Of Wind and Flame

A pirate plods into the area, with a withering glare.

Wed, 15 Dec 2004 18:40:22 GMT

I had been away for a long time. Mostly traveling the realms, and I finally settled on a place to set up a home. I found a modest little cottage just north of Leth, centrally located for myself and close enough to Shard for Kythera. I had been feeling less and less welcome in Haven. Recently it is believed that the mayor has been friendly with cutthroats, and I was never fond of the Baron to begin with. On my last visit, I was set upon my a pirate.

Fighting with a jagged onyx-pommel dao, you believe that the pirate is a mythical being of immense power and ability.
>The pirate begins to advance on you!
The pirate is still a distance away from you and is closing steadily.
>ret...wait 2 seconds.
>ret...wait 1 seconds.
>ret...wait 1 seconds.
>retYou are already as far away as you can get!
>go ram[Riverhaven, Municipal Pier]
>go arch[Riverhaven, Municipal Pier]
>think pirate on the pier!You concentrate on projecting your thoughts.
You melt into the background, convinced that your attempt to hide went

Phantom Bane Gardonian just arrived.
Phantom Bane Gardonian went through a wooden archway.
>go ramp[Riverhaven, Ferry Dock]
A mass of muddied footprints occasionally speckled with animal droppings, gives a glimpse into the heavy traffic of the now quiet landing. The gentle caress of water massages the resting dock, preparing it for a new day. You also see a pirate which appears dead, a plain origami hat, and a ramp.

Gardonian searches the pirate.
Fingers of spectral flame flicker down Gardonian's forearms to dance playfully over the surface of his mistwood longbow and razor-edged arrow.
A pirate decays away.
You ask, "got him huh?"
You just feel so pleased with yourself, you can't help letting out a hearty cheer.
Gardonian nods.
Zaakler bows to Gardonian.
Gardonian picks up a red sash.
Gardonian bows.
Gardonian says, "be well"
The ferry "Her Opulence" pulls up to the dock.
The Captain gives you a little smile, "Good evening, Suruli, nice to see you again."

Finally home...

[Suruli's Home]
Walls of salt-stained driftwood and a white sand floor covered by a multi-colored oak leaf carpet enclose this small room. In one corner lies a driftwood bed, and near the bed sits a driftwood desk on which rests a fierce firesprite doll. A brick-lined firepit burns along the far wall, above it hanging a red mask edged in leaping flames. The room holds a lingering scent of cinnamon. You also see a large oak-framed window, a sapphire-blue plush velvet armchair and a sapphire-blue plush velvet armchair.
A sharp rapping sound comes from the door!
Kythera walks in the door.
Kythera smiles.
Kythera gets a beribboned silvery silk pouch from inside his traveler's backpack.
Kythera offers you a brushed silver locket.
Kythera smiles.
You accept Kythera's offer and are now holding a brushed silver locket.
You open your locket with a gentle smile.
You see the image of a fairly young Elothean man who is clean shaven. He has tilted almond-shaped gold eyes. His honey hair is shoulder length and thick, and is worn braided. He has rosy skin.
You ask, "when did you have this done?"
You close your locket with a wistful sigh.
Kythera says, "awhile back"
You hang a brushed silver locket around your neck.
You sit down on a sapphire-blue plush velvet armchair.
Kythera gestures at you.
You feel a wave of incredibly overpowering calmness wash over you, and are unable to think angry thoughts long enough to act on them.
Kythera grins.
You roll your eyes.
Kythera says, "passive Suruli"
Kythera says, "funny"
Kythera pulls at your armchair.
You suddenly feel considerably less calm than you have been.
You sigh.
You say, "well..."
Kythera turns a sapphire-blue plush velvet armchair on which he is sitting.
You glance at a brick-lined firepit.
You ask, "should I?"
Kythera gets off the armchair on which he was sitting.
Kythera walks through the door.
Kythera walks in the door.
Kythera puts a log into the bottom of the brick-lined firepit.
Kythera puts a log into the bottom of the brick-lined firepit, adding more fuel to the pile.
You say, "stand back"
You touch a glowing finger to the fuel in the brick-lined firepit.
Kythera steps onto the a sapphire-blue plush velvet armchair.
You peer quizzically at Kythera.
You ask, "standing on the furniture already?"
Kythera asks, "well this is back isn't it?"
You say, "I didn't mean that far back"
You laugh at Kythera!
>[Suruli's Home]
Also here: Determinist Kythera who is standing on a sapphire-blue plush velvet armchair.
Kythera says, "well be more specific"
You say, "it's not like the floor is on fire"
You stick your tongue out at Kythera and let loose with a loud, "Thbtbtbt" from your lips!
The fire in the brick-lined firepit continues to burn smoothly.
Kythera steps off a sapphire-blue plush velvet armchair.
Kythera steps onto the bed.
Kythera asks, "like this?"
You laugh!
You say, "step to the desk"
You nod.
Kythera steps off a driftwood bed.
Kythera steps onto the desk.
Kythera says, "ok"
You fall down on the armchair, laughing hysterically!
Kythera steps off a driftwood desk.
Kythera walks through the door.
A pop from the brick-lined firepit causes the flames to waver for a moment, then return to their regular state.
Kythera walks in the door.
Kythera puts a log into the bottom of the brick-lined firepit, adding more fuel to the pile.
You say, "don't burn the house down"
Kythera stands near a brick-lined firepit.
Kythera says, "Ooo"
Kythera says, "warm"
You nod to Kythera.
You say, "don't burn yourself"
Kythera just touched a brick-lined firepit.
You rest your hand on Kythera's arm with a soft smile.
Kythera says, "not too hot"
You say, "I can't fix that"
The fire in the brick-lined firepit continues to burn smoothly.
You sigh.
You say, "there goes my jewelry box"
You pout.
Kythera picks up a flat spade and a whisk broom from beside a brick-lined firepit, and uses them to clean the ashes and coals from its bottom into a copper pail.
You say, "one more reason for a trip to Aesry"
You ponder.
Using a hooked poker from beside the brick-lined firepit, Kythera pulls aside the remaining wood and stirs up the coals at its bottom. This causes the flames to leap higher and a wave of heat to billow out into the room.
The flames in the brick-lined firepit leap higher as more fuel catches fire, causing the room to brighten noticeably.
A sudden shifting of the coals in the brick-lined firepit cause sparks to fly about in a dazzling display.
You ask, "thought you were going hunting?"
Kythera says, "i did"
Kythera says, "look at me"
Kythera looks himself over.
Kythera says, "i have hurts"
You say, "I see"
You pat Kythera on the back.
You ask, "but I thought you were going further south?"
You point south.
Kythera says, "nope"
You raise an eyebrow in Kythera's direction.
Kythera says, "i was here to give you a present"
Kythera grins.
You pull Kythera towards you!
Kythera gets a sprig of mistletoe from inside his traveler's backpack.
You kiss Kythera.
Kythera smiles.
Kythera offers you a sprig of mistletoe.
You accept Kythera's offer and are now holding a sprig of mistletoe.
You put on a sprig of mistletoe.
You ask, "think I should wear it?"
You tap a sprig of mistletoe that you are wearing.
You peer quizzically at Kythera.
Kythera smiles.
The room darkens somewhat as the flames from the brick-lined firepit dim.
Kythera just kissed you.
Kythera says, "yeah"
You blush a bright red color.
You say, "for you.."
You nod to Kythera.
The last flame slowly flickers away in the brick-lined firepit, leaving behind nothing but hot coals and ashes.

Sharing

Mon, 22 Nov 2004 04:05:17 GMT

**Below is just a bit of a night in the realms, as seen through Kythera's eyes. Such good memories...
Enjoy, As Always~ Sharon player of Suruli**

Mon, 22 Nov 2004 03:44:40 GMT

>You feel something poke you in the ribs.
>You hear the voice of Whirlingblade say, "heyas"
>You say, "hello"
>You hear the voice of Whirlingblade ask, "invasion?"
>You ask, "heard invasion?"
>You hear the voice of Whirlingblade say, "i saw something trying to take my spirit"
>The air shimmers for a moment as Whirlingblade's spell ends and he becomes visible once more.
>Whirlingblade ponders.
>You say, "velmix"
>Whirlingblade cringes.
>Your mind hears Ragad thinking, "What's the status on Haven?"
>Your mind hears Deme thinking, "Triage L is up."
>You ask, "velmix?"
>You gesture.
You get a brief, dim vision of Tonglen but can't pinpoint him.
>Whirlingblade says, "no"
>You hear someone grumble.
>Whirlingblade says, "snaer hafwa"
>Whirlingblade smiles.
>You say, "i dont feel anyof them around"
>Whirlingblade slings a midnight black crossbow over his shoulder.
>You say, "Jourok, Velmix, or Grishnok"
>Whirlingblade says, "i just saw some"
>Whirlingblade smiles.
>Whirlingblade flings his snowball at you but hits the ground near your feet instead, splattering your legs with the remains of an icy snowball.
>Whirlingblade smiles.
>You say, "hey"
>Whirlingblade hums to himself.
>Whirlingblade laughs!
>You say, "i just washed these"
>Whirlingblade smiles.
>You dust yourself off.
>Whirlingblade chuckles.
>Whirlingblade says, "sorry"
>Your mind hears Wogurt thinking, "we need more clerics"
>You chuckle at Whirlingblade.
>You say, "i am going to temple"
>You say, "be safe"
>Whirlingblade waves."

Mon, 22 Nov 2004 03:44:24 GMT

>[Temple, Dark Shrine]
A faint whiff of corruption rises from piles of old rotting leaves covering the ground you stand on.

The spreading foliage overhead casts deep shadows over the area, and you glance warily into the

darkened recesses trying to find some source for the unease you feel. Towering thorn hedges all about

you seem to creep closer as you watch. You also see Julliete's grave, the Julliete warding-glyph, a

slender tip bolt, a slender tip bolt, the Janene warding-glyph, some gaudy satin clowns, some etched

cedar yaks, a kite shield, a slender tip bolt, a slender tip bolt, and a worm-eaten wooden statue

standing astride a dark opening into the ground.
Also in the room: Shaelynn, Priestess Svadha, Physician Syrath, Medic Shawntelle, the body of Gregen

who is lying down, Yvenn, Squire Katak, the body of Zerax who is lying down, Apprentice Louiuos, the

body of Mentalist Galiyon who is lying down, Sir Sweyn, Monk Wogurt, the body of Doomsayer Hactaest who

is lying down, Sister Tiggerra, the body of Medic Tonglen who is lying down, the body of Elementress

Leelah who is lying down, Arpeggio, and the body of Kelyan who is lying down.
Obvious exits: out.

>The warding glyph flares into a brilliant red light as it settles over Tonglen's remains, protecting

them.

The earth around Tonglen's body seems to awaken, opening up and curling around him, pulling the

lifeless form downward, covering him until all that is left is a slowly fading gravesite.

>Yvenn hugs you.
>Yvenn finishes playing on her mahogany guti'adar.
>You smile at Yvenn.
>You ask, "need mana harness?"
>You poke Hactaest to see if he will move. He doesn't.
>Katak drops a cambrinth orb.
>Shaelynn says, "Hactaest rejuved"
>Katak picks up a cambrinth orb.
>You pat Katak on the back.
>Shawntelle asks, "Can anyone share some mana with me?"
>You ask Katak, "what happened?"
>Yvenn says, "Invasion.."
>Wogurt says, "hac is silver"
>You nod to Yvenn.
>Wogurt says, "invasion"
>Yvenn shivers.
>You ask, "any clerics need mana harnessed?"
>Wogurt says, "i do"
>Wogurt nods to you.
>Yvenn seems to relax as she picks out a gentle melody on her mahogany guti'adar.
>Shawntelle says, "I need an empath to help me"
>You hear the ghostly voice of Hactaest ask, "what am i now?"
>You hear the ghostly voice of Hactaest ask, "pink?"
>Miach says, "outside is empaths"
>You hear the ghostly voice of Hactaest ask, "am i pink?"
>Wogurt says, "your silver"
>You hear someone chuckling.
>You hear the ghostly voice of Hactaest ask, "i am?"
>Wogurt says, "yes depart"
>Arpeggio says, "Yvenn don't play"
>The warding glyph flares into a brilliant red light as it settles over Hactaest's remains, protecting

them.

The earth around Hactaest's body seems to awaken, opening up and curling around him, pulling the

lifeless form downward, covering him until all that is left is a slowly fading gravesite.

>Doomsayer Hactaest just arrived.
>You pat Hactaest on the back.
>You ask, "you ok?"
>Yvenn finishes playing on her mahogany guti'adar.
>Hactaest takes a seat.
>The Tonglen warding-glyph fades and then disappears.
some black half boots falls to the ground.
a rough leather-clasped carpetbag falls to the ground.
a white gold eyebrow ring falls to the ground.
a cavalry chain robe falls to the ground.
some white goatskin pants falls to the ground.
a black armband embroidered in golden thread with the symbol of the Zoluren Expeditionary Force falls

to the ground.
a mistwood longbow falls to the ground.
a canvas miner's knapsack falls to the ground.
a black gem pouch falls to the ground.
a woven shoulder sack falls to the ground.
a black-hafted halberd inlaid with a gold sunburst pattern on the blade falls to the ground.
>Katak picks up some black half boots.
>Katak picks up a rough leather-clasped carpetbag.
>Katak puts his boots in his leather-clasped carpetbag.
>Katak picks up a white gold eyebrow ring.
>Katak puts his ring in his leather-clasped carpetbag.........
>Your mind hears Zaggereet thinking, "west gate clear at the moment"
>Wogurt picks up some crimson suede boots with a wide cuff of black satin at the knee.

Mon, 22 Nov 2004 03:44:08 GMT

>[Temple, Garden]
Within the white plastered walls of the temple lies a peaceful oasis, away from the noise and distraction of the streets outside. A narrow brick path meanders through a miniature landscape of shrubs, flowers and small trees. Velvet smooth grass covers the low rolling hillocks, and just up the path a ways, you see a small flowing stream winding its way northward. You also see a pale red moonbeam, a slender tip bolt, a locked almsbox, and the temple gate.
Also here: Yvenn.
Obvious paths: east, northwest.
>Yvenn joins your group.
>Yvenn breaks down and bawls her eyes out, tears flooding out and dripping on the ground.
>You ask, "where is Tonglen?"
>Yvenn says, "Someone dragged me."
>Yvenn says, "I don't know."
>You say, "i will find him"
>Yvenn says, "Why did they drag me."
>Doomsayer Hactaest just arrived.
>Yvenn says, "That was so rude."
>Hactaest grumbles.
>You say, "don't know"
>You wave to Hactaest.
>Hactaest bows to you.
>You ask, "better now?"
>Hactaest says, "i failed"
>Hactaest flails his arms about.
>You say, "no you didn't"
>Hactaest says, "i can't do anything against spirits"
>Hactaest grumbles.
'A tear runs down Yvenn's face.
>You say, "not yet"
>Yvenn asks, "Where is Katak?"
>Hactaest exclaims, "none of my spells are effective!"
>You say, "i will take you"
>You say, "they are undead"
>You say, "you cant hurt them with your spells"
>You gesture.
>The details of Whytryvr's location are unclear.
>Hactaest asks, "there are no spells in our arsenal to hurt undead?"

Hactaest and Yvenn followed.
>[Temple, Dark Shrine]
A faint whiff of corruption rises from piles of old rotting leaves covering the ground you stand on. The spreading foliage overhead casts deep shadows over the area, and you glance warily into the darkened recesses trying to find some source for the unease you feel. Towering thorn hedges all about you seem to creep closer as you watch. You also see a duffel bag, a shadowling, the Gregen warding-glyph, and a worm-eaten wooden statue standing astride a dark opening into the ground.
Also in the room: Gryck, Lieutenant Krumbard, Arpeggio, Sister Tiggerra, Friar Belthazzar, Mentalist Galiyon, Squire Katak, and Monk Wogurt.
Obvious exits: out.
Yvenn followed.
>You point at Katak.
>Doomsayer Hactaest just arrived.
>Yvenn breaks down and bawls her eyes out, tears flooding out and dripping on the ground.
>Katak puts his sack in his miner's knapsack.
>You pat Yvenn on the back.
>Hactaest joins your group.
>Yvenn joins Katak's group.
>Wogurt asks, "Where is tonglen?"
>Wogurt says, "his glyph broke"
>Belthazzar grumbles.
>Wogurt says, "dun know what happen to his stuffs though"
>Katak tries to grab a duffel bag, but Wogurt stops him.
>Wogurt gets a black armband embroidered in golden thread with the symbol of the Zoluren Expeditionary Force from inside a duffel bag.
>Wogurt asks, "this his?"
>Katak says, "Yes."
>Yvenn flows from the gentle arpeggio of her enchantes' opening notes into a soft melodic introduction on her mahogany guti'adar.
>Wogurt offers Katak a black armband embroidered in golden thread with the symbol of the Zoluren Expeditionary Force.
>Katak accepts Wogurt's black armband.
>Katak puts his armband in his miner's knapsack.
>Wogurt says, "am only protecting peoples stuff stop bein that way"
>Tiggerra says, "DO NOT PLAY IN HERE"
>Yvenn stops performing her enchante.
>Tiggerra glares at Yvenn.
>Hactaest sighs.
>Wogurt gets a black gem pouch from inside a duffel bag.
>Gryck says, "If you aren't getting your belongings, being rejuved, or rejuving, please move to a different area."
>Wogurt offers Katak a black gem pouch.
>Katak accepts Wogurt's black gem pouch.
>Miach says, "behave or get out of here"
>You say to Hactaest, "stay here and help with mana for the empaths and clerics"
>Hactaest just left your group.
>Wogurt asks, "anything else in bag his?"
>Hactaest bows to you.
>Wogurt glances at Katak.
>You bow to Hactaest.
>Hactaest asks, "anyone need help harness?"
>Katak shakes his head at Wogurt.
>You gesture.
The details of Tonglen's location are unclear.

go trail[Temple, Shrine]
Twin lines of towering ash form living columns supporting a vast green canopy over your head, which rustles faintly as the wind moves through it. The ground beneath your feet is covered in a soft carpet of grass and clover spotted with sweet yellow flowers. The living arch leads to a raised dais upon which sit two lifelike figures carved from gleaming pink marble, set before a thick curtain of old vines. You also see an oval shield, an Elven longsword, a plovik leaf, a jadice flower, a hip pouch, a crossbow bolt, a crossbow bolt, a hip pouch, a slender tip bolt, and a flat rock that lies at the feet of the leftmost statue.
Also in the room: Kelyan, Shaelynn, Mireillere, Ranger Siobhannic, Commander Selame, Yvenn, Squire Katak, Healer Aelassi, and Medic Elohmina who is sitting.
Obvious exits: out.
>You mutter into the air something about where is the dwarf.
>Doomsayer Hactaest just arrived.
>Yvenn says, "I was dragged out indecently by a stranger, and then I was shouted at by another one."
>Yvenn just went out.
>Doomsayer Hactaest went through a vine curtain.
>Squire Katak just went out.
>[Temple, Garden]
Surrounding the path on all sides is a sea of flowering vines, spilling in green waves over the smooth edge of an oval depression filled with sand. Raked ridges in the sand move in smooth harmonious spirals towards a strangely shaped lump of red flaked quartz resting in the center. Matching lines of polished tile mark the borders of a pathway leading away towards a marble columned shrine. You hesitate to even move for fear of disturbing the perfect peace in this tranquil garden. You also see a white lynx.
Also here: Squire Katak.
Obvious paths: southeast, west.
>You ask, "where is Tonglen at?"
>Katak says, "Trying to dive, but he can't."
>You say, "i didn't know dwarves could swim"
>Katak says, "Obviously they can't."
>You chuckle.
>You say, "hmm"
>You say, "another undead attack"
>You notice as a white lynx looks around suspiciously.
>You say, "and katamba is dominate"
>You ponder.
>You notice as a white lynx begins to pant.
>You ponder.
>tap lynI don't think that's such a good idea.
>pet lynx .
>A white lynx snarls at you.
>You say, "well don't pant at me if you don't want me to pet you"
>You glare at a white lynx.
>Your mind hears Wogurt thinking, "whats status of haven?"
>Medic Tonglen just arrived.
>Medic Tonglen wandered up a pathway.
>You belt out, "we are here!"

Mon, 22 Nov 2004 03:43:46 GMT

>[Temple, Shrine]
Strong marble columns stand at the four corners of the shrine supporting an intricate latticework roof covered in flowering vines. A simple marble altar stands at the far end of the shrine before a brilliant tapestry in black and gold. The ground is strewn with fresh rose petals which give off a sweet perfume as you walk. You also see an ash and plaster gazebo that is set off to one side of the garden.
Also here: Squire Katak and Medic Tonglen.
Obvious paths: out.
>Katak moves a canvas miner's knapsack to his right hand.
>Tonglen mutters cryptically to himself.
>You wave to Tonglen.
>Katak offers Tonglen a canvas miner's knapsack."
>Tonglen says, "er...trying to get back"
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Tonglen accepts Katak's miner's knapsack.
>Tonglen waves to you.
>Katak says, "Your carpetbag is in that with most of your fluff in it."
>You ask, "where did yvenn go?"
>Katak says, "I don't know."
>Tonglen grins.
>You ask Tonglen, "hey did you know that katamba is the dominant moon right now?"
>You gesture.
You get a brief, dim vision of Yvenn but can't pinpoint her.
>Tonglen blinks.
>Tonglen works his way into a cavalry chain robe.
>Tonglen stands up.
>Tonglen asks, "oh?"
>You nod to Tonglen.
>Tonglen says, "didnt even see the thing coming.."
>Tonglen mutters cryptically to himself.
>You say, "just a pattern i have noticed"
>Tonglen sighs.
>Tonglen asks, "is it still nuts out there?"
>You say, "haven is quiet"
>You say, "quickly pulsating streams of mana for stellar magic"
>You say, "and katamba"
>You ponder.
>Tonglen asks, "hrm...shall we see if anyone needs help?"
>think haven is clear?
>You concentrate on projecting your thoughts.
>You say, "checking now"
>Your mind hears Alaxndr thinking, "For the moment. Keep your eyes open though."
>Medic Tonglen just went out.
[Riverhaven, Town Square]
This square sits in the space between the Town Hall and the municipal pier. It is a large park with the graceful gardens of the Temple set within well-tended lawns. Here and there, benches for the public's use are set out under shady trees, and you can often find an old retired merchant or river captain taking his ease and watching the passing tide of people. You also see a ship's rat, a pool of black shadows, a crossbow bolt, a crossbow bolt, a sleeping newsboy, a news stand with a grinning imp on it, a festive meeting portal, a simple bench, the Temple, and a large shimmering archway.
Also here: Medic Tonglen, Kelyan, Bevor, Mediator Akaria, Pioneer Jax, Medic Shawntelle, Friar Belthazzar, Azogabaduzl, and Lieutenant Alaxndr.
Obvious paths: north, east, west.
>A ship's rat scurries north quickly.
>Medic Tonglen just went north.
>Shawntelle asks, "Anyone need healed?"
>Shawntelle ponders.
>You nod to Shawntelle.
>Squire Katak just arrived.
>You hear someone whistling.
>Shawntelle touches you.
You feel a warmth radiate from Shawntelle's touch.
You have a brief sensation that leaves your wounds tingling.
>You say, "my nerves please"
>Katak reaches over and holds your hand.
>Squire Katak's group just went north.
[Riverhaven, Town Hall Road]
This short arc of roadway connects the eastern and western halves of town. The smooth style of the Town hall is echoed in the curving roadway, paved with granite stones flecked with brighter bits of crystal. Heavy traffic of all sorts converges here at the mercantile and social center of Riverhaven. You also see smelly cat and the Trader Market building.
Also here: Squire Katak.
Obvious paths: north, northeast, southeast, south, southwest.
>A ship's rat scurries into view.
>Squire Katak's group just went northeast.
>e[Riverhaven, Town Square]
This square sits in the space between the Town Hall and the municipal pier. It is a large park with the graceful gardens of the Temple set within well-tended lawns. Here and there, benches for the public's use are set out under shady trees, and you can often find an old retired merchant or river captain taking his ease and watching the passing tide of people. You also see a pool of black shadows, a crossbow bolt, a crossbow bolt, a sleeping newsboy, a news stand with a grinning imp on it, a festive meeting portal, a simple bench, the Temple, and a large shimmering archway.
Also here: Kelyan, Mediator Akaria, Pioneer Jax, Medic Shawntelle, Friar Belthazzar, and Lieutenant Alaxndr.
Obvious paths: north, east, west.
>Shawntelle touches you.
You feel a warmth radiate from Shawntelle's touch.
You have a brief sensation that leaves your wounds tingling.
>You say, "thank you"
>Shawntelle nods to you.
>Your twitching feels better.
>Shawntelle winces in pain.
>The imp glances around to see if anyone is looking. Assuming he's not being watched, he quickly grabs his foot, pulls it to his mouth, and bites off a hangnail. His mission accomplished, he sits contentedly on the newsstand awaiting his next customer.
>Your twitching feels fully healed.
>You get a medium red-green bloodstone from inside your dark gem pouch.
>You get an odd feeling that someone is watching you. It quickly passes.
>A ship's rat scurries east quickly.
>The newsboy shifts a little in his sleep, almost slipping off the pile of newssheets. Without opening his eyes, he resettles himself more securely and falls back asleep.
>Shawntelle says, "You're all done"
>Shawntelle grins at you.
>Smelly cat prances in, reeking of rotten fish.
>You offer your red-green bloodstone to Shawntelle, who has 30 seconds to accept the offer. Type CANCEL to prematurely cancel the offer.
>Shawntelle has accepted your offer and is now holding a medium red-green bloodstone.
>A ship's rat scurries into view.
>Shawntelle says, "Thank you"
>You lightly tap Shawntelle on the shoulder.
>Doomsayer Hactaest just arrived.
>Shawntelle grins at you.
>Shawntelle opens her rich sable purse.
>A ship's rat scurries west quickly.
>Shawntelle puts her bloodstone in her rich sable purse.
>Hactaest joins your group.
>Shawntelle closes her rich sable purse.
>Hactaest sighs.
>Smelly cat prances west.
>Shawntelle exclaims, "I'll have leathers in no time!"
>Hactaest says, "i brought this doom upon us."
>Shawntelle pokes Hactaest in the ribs.
>Belthazzar grins.
>Shawntelle nods to Hactaest.
>You quietly say to Shawntelle, "i heard you met one of my friends last night"
>Shawntelle just touched Hactaest.
>Hactaest pokes Shawntelle in the ribs.
>Smelly cat prances in, reeking of rotten fish.
>Shawntelle asks, "I did?"
>Shawntelle ponders.
>Shawntelle touches you.
>Smelly cat sits down and rakes his tongue over one paw and then the other, oblivious to everything around him.
>A fly buzzes around the newsboy's head for a moment and then flies away.
>Shawntelle just touched Hactaest.
>whisp shawn suruliYou whisper to Shawntelle.
>Shawntelle grins at you.
>Shawntelle says, "Oh yes"
>Shawntelle nods.
>Shawntelle says, "I think I remember"
>Shawntelle asks, "A guinea pig?"
>Shawntelle peers quizzically at you.
>You quietly say to Shawntelle, "i am supposed to ask what armor you like to wear"
>Shawntelle beams at you! What a warm feeling!
>Shawntelle asks, "Leather?"
>Shawntelle says, "I think some of the leathers aren't too heavy"
>Shawntelle asks, "And a shield do you think?"
>You nod to Shawntelle.
>Shawntelle asks, "Gloves a helm?"
>Shawntelle ponders.
>You say, "give a little time"
>Shawntelle pets smelly cat.
>Smelly cat purrs happily!
>Shawntelle scratches smelly cat behind the ears.
>Smelly cat presses against Shawntelle's hand.
>You nod to Shawntelle.
>Shawntelle beams at you! What a warm feeling!
>Smelly cat twitches his tail, gyrating to and fro like a spellbound serpent.
>Shawntelle sighs.
>Shawntelle says, "Last invasion I didn't have any"
>Shawntelle slaps her forehead!
>Shawntelle says, "Poof"
>A young wolf pads into the area.
>Hactaest says, "i saw this invasion written on the moons."
>You nod to Hactaest.
>Shawntelle peers quizzically at Hactaest.
>Shawntelle asks, "And so why were you standing right there?"
>You say, "we usually do"
>Shawntelle leans on Hactaest.
>Shawntelle whispers, "did you tell shawn's fortune last night?"
>Hactaest says, "i wasn't expecting it to happen that fast."
>Shawntelle rolls her eyes.
>You nod to Shawntelle.
>Shawntelle says, "So you say"
>Smelly cat mewls softly.
>Shawntelle beams at you! What a warm feeling!
>Shawntelle laughs!
>Hactaest says, "Ratha was invaded about 10 minutes before Riverhaven."
>Shawntelle whispers, "What a memory"
>You nod to Shawntelle.
>You chuckle.
>You gesture.
You get a brief, dim vision of Yvenn but can't pinpoint her.
>Shawntelle asks, "And why did you only have a snowball ready?"
>Hactaest exclaims, "magical snowball!"
>(Shawntelle brushes off remants of snow from her tunic)
>Shawntelle peers quizzically at Hactaest.
>Shawntelle snorts at Hactaest.
>Your mind hears Jacintha thinking, "ok, who's a good moonie in the haven area?"
>Hactaest exclaims, "if i could have used it. they would all turn to frogs!"
>Shawntelle says, "Hactaest is spinning a yarn"
>You say to Hactaest, "i have to meet somebody i will be back"
>Hactaest says, "they shot me first"
>Shawntelle rolls her eyes.
>Shawntelle says, "Says you"
>Hactaest grins at Shawntelle.

Mon, 22 Nov 2004 03:43:22 GMT

>[Bards' Guild, Performance Hall]
A grand black and white marbled arch stands at one end of this immense room. The walls are covered in rich purple tapestries to reduce echo but not so much as to remove the open ambiance of the area. An orchestra pit with room for a dozen musicians sits in front of the deobar wood stage that caters to bards from every corner of the land. To the side you see the door to the rehearsal room. You also see a brass urn.
Also in the room: Squire Katak, Suruli who is sitting, and Yvenn who is kneeling.
Obvious exits: east.
>Suruli says, "you're young still"
>Suruli rubs Katak gently, massaging his muscles.
>Suruli hugs you, and you wrap your arms around her with a warm smile.
>You smile at Suruli.
>Katak says, "I got it all back, but I had to eliminate the fingers of a few stupid clerics."
>Suruli says, "Hello"
>Yvenn says, "I seem to have to remind him of that every other roi'"
>Suruli smiles at you.
>You say, "hello"
>Suruli nods to Yvenn.
>Suruli asks, "eliminate fingers?"
>Rezzian just arrived.
>Suruli peers quizzically at Katak.
Suruli shudders.
>Yvenn gazes at Rezzian.
>Suruli gets a distant look on her face.
>Rezzian smiles at Yvenn.
>think good moonie?You concentrate on projecting your thoughts.
>Yvenn says, "Rezzian, this is Katak and Kythera."
>Yvenn points at Katak.
>Yvenn points at you.
>Rezzian says, "pleasure"
>You bow to Rezzian.
>Rezzian bows to you.
>Katak nods politely to Rezzian.
>Rezzian bows to Katak.
>Rezzian smiles.
>Yvenn says, "Rezzian was my first friend in these parts."
>You say, "another bard"
>Suruli smiles at Rezzian.
>Yvenn says, "About the only other bard I've actually seen in here for more than a moment."
>Rezzian says, "No bards at the temple yvenn"
>Yvenn smiles at Rezzian.
>Rezzian smiles at Yvenn.
>Rezzian takes a seat.
>Yvenn says, "DId they yell that to you or tell you nicely."
>You notice as a russet guinea-pig scampers into the room.
>The russet guinea-pig sits down.
>Rezzian says, "Noone there cept my uncle"
>think why do you want a good moonie?You concentrate on projecting your thoughts.
>Rezzian says, "And noone yelled at me"
>Yvenn says, "Because right now I'm so disgusted with being a Bard it's not funny."
>Rezzian winces.
>Yvenn covers her eyes with her hand.
>Yvenn sighs.
>Suruli pets her russet guinea-pig.
>Suruli sighs.
>Rezzian asks, "I`ll look again, and ask, kalder you say?"
>Rezzian leaps to his feet!
>Rezzian just went east.
>Yvenn sighs.
>Suruli says, "i've only met a couple other warmies here"
>Yvenn says, "He doesn't need to ask."
>Suruli says, "not much impressed"
>Suruli shakes her head.
>Yvenn leans on Suruli.
>Yvenn says, "Where is Tonglen? We're missing Tonglen."
>You say, "i think i am a warmie"
>Suruli peers quizzically at you.
>Suruli says, "no you're not"
>Yvenn casually observes the area.
>Squire Katak just went east.
>Suruli shakes her head at you.
>You say, "a war moon ranger"
>You nod.
>You nod.
>Squire Katak's group just arrived.
>Tonglen grins.
>Tonglen gets some white goatskin pants from inside his leather-clasped carpetbag.
>Yvenn says, "Don't die."
>Yvenn frowns at Tonglen.
>You say, "yep a war moon ranger"
>Suruli hugs Tonglen, who wraps his arms around Suruli with a warm smile.
>Suruli grins at you.
>You smile at Tonglen.
>Suruli just nudged Tonglen.
(Tonglen surruptitiously sneaks his pans back on under his robe)
>Tonglen leans on Suruli.
>Suruli snickers at Tonglen.
>Yvenn gazes at Katak.
>Suruli blushes a bright red color.
>Suruli hums to herself.
>Suruli casually observes the area.
>You chuckle at Tonglen.
>Katak says, "Tonglen didn't have a choice about the dying."
>Tonglen nods to Katak.
>Tonglen mutters cryptically to himself.
>Katak says, "A bone shard to the neck, an instant death."
>Tonglen says, "didn't even see the thing coming before it shot me"
>Katak rubs Tonglen gently, massaging his muscles.
>Suruli rubs Tonglen gently, massaging his muscles.
>whisp suru shawntelle said leathers and sheildYou whisper to Suruli.
>Tonglen says, "actually...was stunned.."
>You say, "what did finally get everybody"
>Yvenn's voice soars into the high reaches of the spectrum, each note ringing purely as she continues to sing her enchante.
>Tonglen says, "survived a second shot..."
>Suruli gets an ironwood buckler from inside her leather backpack.
>You ask, "deathspirits right?"
>Suruli begins to carefully examine an ironwood buckler.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>whisp suru i have anotherYou whisper to Suruli.
>Tonglen says, "finally got up...couldn't retreat"
>Suruli whispers, "probably to heavy"
>Yvenn stands up.
>Yvenn went through a marbled arch.
>Katak says, "A Wir Dinego ... a skeletal mage."
>Katak nods.
>Tonglen nods to Katak.
>whisp suru yeah, i am a pack ratYou whisper to Suruli.
>You say, "so it was undead"
>You ponder.
>Suruli puts her buckler in her leather backpack.
>Tonglen says, "it brok a bone spike off itself and exploded it"
>Tonglen says, "broke even"
>Katak says, "there were cyclops as well"
>Tonglen gets a white gold eyebrow ring from inside his leather-clasped carpetbag.
>Tonglen nods to Katak.
>Tonglen attaches a white gold eyebrow ring to his right eye.
>Suruli winks at Tonglen.
>Tonglen grins at Suruli.
>Tonglen says, "and some other thing I'd never heard of..."
>Tonglen gets some black half boots from inside his leather-clasped carpetbag.
>Rezzian just arrived.
>Katak asks, "snaer hafwa?"
>Tonglen nods to Katak.
>Rezzian went through a marbled arch.
>You say, "hmm head of those before"
>Tonglen blinks.
>You say, "heard"
>You say, "heard"
>Tonglen puts his boots in his miner's knapsack.
>Katak grins.
>Tonglen shows Katak his star diopside.
>Katak says, "It's a wraith... Yvenn and I got to see one up close"
(Tonglen shines his diopside on his robe)
>Tonglen puts his diopside in his leather-clasped carpetbag.
>Tonglen sighs.
>Katak just nudged Tonglen.
>Tonglen blinks.
>You notice a russet guinea-pig rub against Tonglen for a moment.
>You sit down.
>Suruli just scooted a little closer to you.
>Tonglen mutters cryptically to himself.
>disarm caddy identUnder normal circumstances, based solely on your skill, you expect you stand virtually no chance of failing to disarm the trap on the driftwood caddy.
As you look closely, you notice a tiny hole right next to the lock which looks to be a trap of some kind.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Katak grins at Tonglen.
>Tonglen winks at Katak.
>Katak asks, "There she is.. my first gem, ain't it?"
>Katak grins at Tonglen.
>Tonglen nods to Katak.
>You say to Suruli, "might want to scoot away while i do this"
>You smile at Suruli.
>Suruli holds an anklet made of linked silver stars with dangling cambrinth moons in both hands and closes her eyes in concentration.
>Tonglen peers quizzically at you.
>disarm cadd mark
With a confident grin you grab a piece of rock from the ground to mark the driftwood caddy with a symbol representing the type of trap that protects it.
>Suruli says, "wait"
>You say, "she doesn't like boxes"
>You nod.
>Suruli nods.
>Squire Katak went through a marbled arch.
>Suruli says, "got nailed the other night too"
>You attempt to disarm the trap on the driftwood caddy...
Grabbing up a pinch of dust from the ground, you carefully pack it into the small hole, stopping it up and disarming the trap.
>Suruli shudders.
>Suruli stands up.
>You say, "got it"
>Squire Katak came through a marbled arch.
>You belt out, "got it!"
>Suruli just went east.
>Squire Katak just went east.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Tonglen yells, "all clear!"
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Suruli mutters cryptically to herself.
>Suruli slips and lands against Katak. What a klutz!
>Suruli sits up.
>Katak tries to pull Suruli to her feet, but cannot.
>Tonglen says, "oy...this is worse than Ver's office"
>Katak tries to pull Suruli to her feet, but cannot.
>You notice Suruli slip into a hiding place.
>Tonglen asks, "er, verik?"
>Katak points at Suruli, ruining her hiding place.
>You ask, "verik?"
>Katak takes a seat near Suruli.
>Tonglen nods to you.
>Suruli leans on Katak.
>Tonglen says, "paladin guild"
>You ask, "class anybody?"
>Suruli says, "sure"
>You say, "ahh"
>Suruli grins at you.
>Tonglen says, "scholarhip"
>Katak asks, "Sure.. what do you want me to teach, Kythera?"
>Suruli says, "anything"
>Katak grins.
>Suruli nods to Tonglen.
>Tonglen says, "hrm...actually I'd learn scholarship along with anything you teach"
>You ask, "anything?"
>Tonglen asks, "what does everyone else need?"
>Tonglen blinks.
>Tonglen begins to listen to you teach the string instrument skill.
>Suruli begins to listen to you teach the string instrument skill.
>Katak begins to listen to you teach the string instrument skill.
>You chuckle.
>Tonglen asks, "er...winds?"
>Suruli ponders.
>Tonglen grins.
>You ask, "winds?"
>Tonglen stops listening to you.
>You say, "ok"
>Tonglen gets an ebony owl whistle from inside his miner's knapsack.
>You stop teaching.
>Suruli glares at you.
>Tonglen fumbles around with his owl whistle, looking frustrated.
>Suruli begins to listen to you teach the wind instrument skill.
>Suruli sighs.
>Suruli holds an anklet made of linked silver stars with dangling cambrinth moons in both hands and closes her eyes in concentration.
>Tonglen asks, "hrm?"
>You say, "hey you have to be good at everything"
>Suruli asks, "winds?"
>Tonglen finishes playing on his owl whistle.
>Suruli shrugs.
>You nod to Suruli.
>You say, "learn everything"
>Tonglen chuckles at you!
>Tonglen fails badly in his attempt at an aimless melody on his owl whistle.
>Suruli says, "that's okay, i don't want to circle for awhile anyways"
>Suruli chuckles to herself.
>Blinking in confusion, Suruli seems baffled by the lesson. Concerned with her lack of progress, you reassess your teaching strategy.
Katak fidgets and looks about, not paying attention. Like any well-trained teacher, you resist the impulse to haul off and box his ears.
Tonglen regards you with a blank, slack-jawed stare, showing that nothing has sunk in. You mutter under your breath, "Blithering bovine!"
>You say, "it is lore"
>Katak grabs Suruli by the shoulders and shakes her!
>You ask, "you need lore right?"
>Tonglen finishes playing on his owl whistle.
>Tonglen raises an eyebrow in Suruli's direction.
>Suruli shrugs.
>Tonglen says, "not as much as you'd think a mage would, tho..."
>Tonglen raises an eyebrow.
>disarm chest ident
>Under normal circumstances, based solely on your skill, you expect you would be better off just jumping off a high cliff rather than risk messing around with the trap on the mahogany chest.
Careful probing of the mahogany chest fails to reveal to you what type of trap protects it.
You get the distinct feeling your careless examination caused something to shift inside the trap mechanism. This is not likely to be a good thing.
>You say, "ok i wont do this one"
>You offer your mahogany chest to Suruli, who has 30 seconds to accept the offer. Type CANCEL to prematurely cancel the offer.
>You chuckle.
>Tonglen grins at you.
>Suruli has declined the offer.
>Tonglen grins.
>Suruli shakes her head.
>Suruli winces.
>Suruli leaps to her feet!
>Suruli says, "be back in awhile"
>Suruli waves.
>Suruli just went east.
>Katak rubs his soulstone, which gleams brightly with a pristine luminescence!
>Yvenn's group just went east.
>Tonglen rests his hand on Katak's arm with a soft smile.
>Tonglen grins.
>Tonglen says, "healthy as an ox"
>You say, "this one is already emptied out"
>Tonglen blinks.
>Katak asks, "A healthy ox?"
>Katak grins.
>You offer your deobar strongbox to Tonglen, who has 30 seconds to accept the offer.
>Tonglen nods to Katak.
Tonglen has accepted your offer and is now holding a rotting deobar strongbox.
>Yvenn's group just arrived.
>Yvenn clears her throat.
>You ask, "disarmed?"
>You wave to Yvenn.
>Tonglen nods to you.
>Tonglen grins.
>Tonglen says, "didn't think I could manage it..."
>Tonglen says, "heh"
>Yvenn's voice takes on an almost lyrical quality as she launches into the chorus of "Faenella's Grace," each word flowing to the next with a seamless ease.
>Katak lets out a loud "Huzzah!" for Yvenn!
>Katak exclaims, "She circled!"
>Rezzian smiles at Yvenn.
>A tear runs down Yvenn's face.
>Tonglen blinks at Yvenn.
>Tonglen bops around like a silly teenager.
>Tonglen lets out a loud "Huzzah!" for Yvenn!
>You let out a hearty cheer for Yvenn!
>You say, "congrats"
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Yvenn gives a sigh of caution.
>Tonglen raises an eyebrow in Yvenn's direction.
>Tonglen has accepted your offer and is now holding a mildewy deobar strongbox.
>Tonglen says, "thanks"
>'unlockedYou say, "unlocked"
>Tonglen beams at you! What a warm feeling!
>Tonglen opens his deobar strongbox.
>Tonglen says, "thought I'd never get it opened..."
>Rezzian gets a pair of mirror-polished spoons with forged knotwork handles from inside a silk-covered case.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Yvenn beams at Rezzian!
>Yvenn says, "I love when you play your bones."
>Rezzian grins at Yvenn.
>You get some bones painted with tribal markings from inside your burlap bag.
>You tap your sun disk with your index finger as you gaze upwards.
>Tonglen rolls his eyes.
>Rezzian says, "i don`t have bones"
>Yvenn stops performing her enchante.
>Yvenn mutters cryptically to herself.
>Yvenn says, "Spoons, bones"
>Yvenn says, "It's all the same to me."
>You say, "i have bones"
>cast shawnYou gesture.
[Riverhaven, Outside North Gate]
The great North Gate guards the entrance to the town of Riverhaven. Guards lounge nearby, leaning on their pikes but still managing to keep a wary eye on people passing their post. A wide road, impassable for now due to construction work, runs northwards. A dirt path wanders northeast, away from the main road. You also see a cleaned goblin skin with a few fleas on it, a cleaned sheepskin pelt with a few fleas on it, a cleaned sheepskin pelt with a few fleas on it, a white gerbil who is sitting, a baby wolf who is sitting, some braided grass, some dirt, some braided grass, and some braided grass.
Also here: Doomsayer Hactaest, Savage Shakai who is sitting, Fortuneteller Wulfram, Niktoahl, and Dezzreail who is sitting.
Obvious paths: northeast.
>Katak asks, "Speaking of bones... mine are all in good condition, right Tonglen?"
>Yvenn exclaims, "Play the pick enchante!"
>Rezzian nods to Yvenn.
>With a snap to his wrist, Rezzian picks out the first beats of a catchy rhythm on his mirror-polished spoons.
>(Tonglen forages about for a placebo root)
>You put your bones in your burlap bag.
>Yvenn grins at Tonglen.
>Rezzian pets the russet guinea-pig.
>You feel yourself swaying to an internal beat that hums with the natural rhythm of nature itself as Rezzian performs "Drums of the Snake".
>Tonglen says, "yer spotless as your armor"
>(Katak carefully buffs his armor.)
>Yvenn asks, "Is it ok to go outside?"
>Tonglen chuckles.
>You nod to Yvenn.
>You say, "clear"
>Yvenn asks, "Does anyone mind a walk outside?"
>Yvenn says, "I need some fresh air."
>Tonglen says, "I'm up for it"
>Yvenn rubs her head.
>You say, "i can't teach yvenn winds"
>Yvenn grins.
>Yvenn tries to pull Tonglen to his feet, but cannot.
>Tonglen blinks.
>Tonglen stands up.
>Tonglen says, "oops"
>Rezzian puts his spoons in a sturdy gold backpack sloppily embroidered with a Bard crest pattern in taffelberry black thread.
>Yvenn gazes at Katak.
>Tonglen stands up.
>Yvenn says, "Just a walk outside."
>Yvenn pets the russet guinea-pig.
>Rezzian pets the russet guinea-pig.
>Yvenn says, "i'd hold your hand too, Rusty, if I could."
>Katak bows his head and chants a prayer.
>Yvenn stops you from following her.
>Yvenn sighs.
>Tonglen blinks.
Yvenn says, "Ok when Katak is ready just go walk."
>Yvenn just went east.--

Mon, 22 Nov 2004 03:42:53 GMT

look[Bards' Guild, Performance Hall]
A grand black and white marbled arch stands at one end of this immense room. The walls are covered in rich purple tapestries to reduce echo but not so much as to remove the open ambiance of the area. An orchestra pit with room for a dozen musicians sits in front of the deobar wood stage that caters to bards from every corner of the land. To the side you see the door to the rehearsal room. You also see a sturdy mahogany chest, a russet guinea-pig who is sitting, and a brass urn.
Also in the room: Rezzian, Squire Katak who is sitting, and Medic Tonglen.
Obvious exits: east.
>Rezzian crosses his eyes.
>Tonglen raises an eyebrow.
>Katak asks, "Eh?"
Tonglen asks, "ya comin?"
>nw[Riverhaven, Theren Way]
The Gate of Nobles, the northern passage in and out of town, marks the end of Theren Way. The town wall curves away to the south both east and west, providing a semi-circle defense guarded by the river. Flanking the road are the Cleric Guild and the Noble Inn. Providing relief for both spirit and body, the two places though disparate in style, form a curiously harmonious duo. You also see a large snowdrift and a freckled young acolyte.
Also here: Yvenn, Doomsayer Hactaest, Medic Shawntelle, and Suruli.
Obvious paths: southeast, south, west.
>Suruli says, "You bet"
>Hactaest says, "hmm i am"
>Shawntelle asks Yvenn, "Would you like healed?"
>Yvenn gazes at you.
>You ask Yvenn, "you ok?"
>Hactaest smiles at you.
>Shawntelle sighs.
>You bow to Hactaest.
>Suruli says, "Yvenn this is Shawntelle, a good friend of mine"
>Yvenn flings her snowball at you and clips your shoulder!
>Shawntelle says, "You'll make me kry"
>Yvenn smiles at Shawntelle.
>Shawntelle says, "Hi"
>You say, "hey"
>Suruli just hugged Shawntelle.
>Suruli pats Shawntelle on the back.
>Shawntelle ponders.
>Shawntelle leans on Suruli.
>You come out of hiding.
>You grab a handful of snow and make a snowball.
>Suruli says, "don't cry"
>Suruli shakes her head.
>Shawntelle says, "the invasion is his fault"
>Shawntelle points at Hactaest.
>Yvenn says, "I don't let empaths touch me, sorry about that."
>Yvenn smiles at Shawntelle.
>Rezzian just arrived.
>Shawntelle ponders.
>Yvenn grabs some snow and makes a snowball.
>Shawntelle asks, "Why not?"
>Shawntelle raises an eyebrow in Yvenn's direction.
>Rezzian smiles at Yvenn.
>Rezzian moves into a position to dodge.
>Yvenn asks, "It's kinda creepy?"
>You ask, "it is his fault?"
>Suruli nods to Shawntelle.
>Shawntelle ponders.
>You fling your snowball at Yvenn but hit the ground near her, splattering her feet.
>Shawntelle says, "Well I don't really see myself as creepy"
>Suruli says, "you're not"
>Suruli just nudged Yvenn.
>Shawntelle shrugs.
>Suruli says, "This empath isn't creepy"
>Yvenn chuckles.
>You come out of hiding.
>Hactaest asks, "Kythera?"
>Suruli points at Shawntelle.
>Yvenn says, "You aren't creepy."
>Suruli hugs you, and you wrap your arms around her with a warm smile.
>Yvenn grins.
>You ask, "yes?"
>You notice a copper-eyed silvery-white owl appear overhead, circling.
>Hactaest asks, "ya got time to teach some target?"
>Shawntelle smiles at Suruli.
>Yvenn says, "Any old empath randomly touching me is creepy."
>Suruli just tickled you. You laugh and reach out to tickle her back.
>Yvenn giggles.
>The silvery-white owl swoops off.
>You nod to Hactaest.
>Suruli says, "yeah teach target"
>Hactaest begins to listen to you teach the targeted magic skill.
>Suruli begins to listen to you teach the targeted magic skill.
>Hactaest says, "thanks"
>Shawntelle says, "I don't remember randomly touching you "
>Shawntelle shrugs.
>You ask, "anybody else?"
>Yvenn says, "I like to get to know people before I let them connect with me on any level."
>Shawntelle shakes her head at you.
>Suruli says, "thanks"
>You say, "one more spot"
>Rezzian grabs some snow and makes a snowball.
>Yvenn flings her snowball at Rezzian but misses so badly she nearly hits a passing peasant!
>Yvenn grabs some snow and makes a snowball.
>Rezzian grins at Yvenn.
>You belt out, "look out!"
>Suruli ponders.
>Yvenn flings her snowball at Rezzian and clips his shoulder! So close!
>Yvenn flings her snowball at Rezzian but misses so badly she nearly hits a passing peasant!
>Hactaest says, "that was the first time i died"
>Hactaest sighs.
>Yvenn grabs some snow and makes a snowball.
>Yvenn sighs.
>Hactaest says, "wasn't pleasant."
>Shawntelle says, "Lucky you"
>You say, "i have died 21 times now"
>You nod.
>You nod.
>Yvenn says, "I wish I had a clue what changed today."

Mon, 22 Nov 2004 03:42:35 GMT

n>[Riverhaven, Theren Way]
The Gate of Nobles, the northern passage in and out of town, marks the end of Theren Way. The town wall curves away to the south both east and west, providing a semi-circle defense guarded by the river. Flanking the road are the Cleric Guild and the Noble Inn. Providing relief for both spirit and body, the two places though disparate in style, form a curiously harmonious duo. You also see some frayed cotton shoes, a large snowdrift, and a freckled young acolyte.
Also here: Thunderstruck, Suruli who is sitting, Topsik who is sitting, Tenderfoot Illauron, Sir Sweyn, and Medic Shawntelle.
Obvious paths: southeast, south, west.
Yvenn followed.
>You notice as a russet guinea-pig scampers into the area.
>Yvenn pulls Suruli to her in a tight hug.
>You wave to Suruli.
>Suruli beams at Yvenn!
>Sweyn smiles.
>Suruli hugs you, and you wrap your arms around her with a warm smile.
>Suruli says, "good to see you guys again"
>Suruli smiles.
>find katak
There are no such adventurers in the realms.
>Suruli sighs.
>You ask, "Illauron, Shawntelle, would you like to know more about your Futures?"
>Suruli grabs some snow and makes a snowball.
>Shawntelle says, "Sure"
>Yvenn went through the Gate of Nobles.
>You ask, "what would you like to learn?"
>Sweyn gets a rat skull from inside his driftwood trunk.
>Suruli ponders.
>Sweyn nibbles on a rat skull thoughtfully.
>Shawntelle grins at Sweyn.
>Sweyn drops a rat skull.
>Suruli says, "You can't hide"
>Shawntelle says, "Foraging"
>Suruli mutters into the air something about crazy moonie.
>You come out of hiding.
>You give Suruli a gentle poke in the ribs.
>You say, "not moonie"
>Suruli grins at you.
>Your mind hears Syrath thinking, "Dwarves stay spring chickens until at least in their three hundreds."
>Suruli nods to you.
>You say, "crazy moon mage"
>Illauron reaches over and grooms Shawntelle's ears for a moment, purring softly.
>Shawntelle smiles at Illauron.
>You say, "not moonie"
>You notice as a tan guinea-pig scampers into the area.
The tan guinea-pig begins to watch the goings on carefully.
>Suruli shrugs.
>Shawntelle asks, "Don't like being called a Moonie?"
>Sweyn says, "ok just dont predict an invasion we already done that"
>Shawntelle says, "I don't like being called a puff"
>You say, "seems so .... short"
>Illauron grins at Shawntelle.
>Suruli nods to Sweyn.
>Suruli shudders.
> * Kokem was just struck down!
>Suruli coughs.
>Suruli flings her snowball at you but misses so badly she nearly hits a passing peasant!
>Suruli grabs some snow and makes a snowball.
>You shake your head.
>Illauron grins.
>Suruli squints at you.
>You say, "poor peasant"
>Illauron nods to you.
>Suruli nods.
>Illauron says, "He gets hit a lot"
>Suruli says, "teach targeted then"
>You duck your head.
>Suruli winks at you.
>Suruli says, "seems fitting enough"
>Suruli begins to listen to you teach the targeted magic skill.
>Shawntelle chuckles.
>Suruli says, "aim peasant"
>Your mind hears Syrath thinking, "Forty ta' Dwarves is barely ol' enough ta' drive th' caravan tha' drove over those dogs."
>Suruli flings her snowball at Illauron but hits the ground near his feet instead.
>Illauron begins to weep softly.
>Suruli grabs some snow and makes a snowball.
>Shawntelle laughs at Illauron.
>You sit down.
>Illauron whines and complains bitterly and generally manages to act like the world was created specifically to inconvenience him.
>Shawntelle laughs!
>Suruli chuckles.
>Suruli flings her snowball at you but misses so badly she nearly hits a passing peasant!
>Your mind hears Lighttracker thinking, "How olds a dwarf gotta be to drink ale?"
>Suruli winces.
>Your mind hears Hegemonic thinking, "they gotta be born, that's about it"
>You say, "the peasant again"
>Shawntelle chuckles.
>Suruli nods to you.
>You grab a handful of snow and make a snowball.
>Suruli asks, "where's Smelly Cat?"
>Suruli peers quizzically at Shawntelle.
>Shawntelle grins.
>Suruli casually observes the area.
>Shawntelle says, "I haven't seen him recently"
>You fling your snowball at Suruli and clip her shoulder! So close!
>Illauron peers quizzically at Shawntelle.
>You chuckle.
>You say, "see no peasant"
>Suruli says, "someone cleaned up the fishheads too"
>Suruli nods.
>Shawntelle nods to Suruli.
>Suruli says, "was a lucky shot"
>Suruli glances at you.
>You fling your snowball at Suruli but hit the ground near her, splattering her feet.
>Suruli winks at you.
>Suruli gets a guinea-pig talisman from inside her leather backpack.
>You mutter into the air something about should teach how to throw snowballs.
>Suruli says, "guess I should call off Rusty"
>You ask, "where is he going?"
>Shawntelle asks, "Call him off?"
>You fling your snowball at Suruli and hit her chest! Talk about cold-hearted!
>Suruli coughs.
>You chuckle.
>Sweyn says, "bullseye!"
>Suruli says, "He's listening in on a class"
>Suruli nods.
>Your mind hears Lighttracker thinking, "Why did the beardless dwarf cross the road?"
>You nod to Sweyn.
>Shawntelle peers quizzically at Suruli.
>Shawntelle asks, "You can do that?"
>Suruli puts her talisman in her hooded cloak.
Suruli nods.
>Sweyn says, "practicing target right"
>Suruli says, "better than a locate spell"
>Suruli winks at you.
>Shawntelle says, "That would be handy "
>You glare at Suruli.
>Suruli says, "a bit like spying"
>Your mind hears Syrath thinking, "Ta' get th' stuff outta his grave."
>Suruli nods to Shawntelle.
>Suruli just tickled you. You laugh and reach out to tickle her back.
>You smile at Suruli.
>You hum to yourself.
>You let out an involuntary shriek as Suruli appears out of thin air, and jumps at you making scary sounds and waving her arms wildly.
>Shawntelle laughs!
>You scream!
>You blend in with your surroundings, but cannot shake the feeling that you drew attention to yourself.
>Suruli laughs!
>Sweyn drops a tawny gold velvet skirt.
>Shawntelle points at a tawny gold velvet skirt on the ground.
>Shawntelle asks, "Whose is that?"
>You say, "don't do that"
>Suruli ponders.
>Suruli says, "hmmmm"
>Suruli snickers.
>Shawntelle picks up a tawny gold velvet skirt.
>Suruli says, "maybe someone had a good time here "

Mon, 22 Nov 2004 03:42:20 GMT

>Wangmao just arrived.
>Shawntelle smiles at Wangmao.
>Wangmao asks, "is there any mages here?"
>Shawntelle says, "Hello"
>Wangmao smiles.
>You ask, "mages?"
>Wangmao says, "ello"
>Suruli says, "Hello"
>Shawntelle points at Suruli.
>Rezzian's group just arrived.
>Suruli smiles at Wangmao.
>Sweyn waves.
>Wangmao says, "warrior mages"
>Sweyn says, "got a variety here"
>Rezzian's group went through the Gate of Nobles.
>You say, "ahh"
>Wangmao says, "i have a quiestion"
>Shawntelle grins at Sweyn.
>Suruli says, "just one young one"
>Suruli points at herself.
>Wangmao says, "about my teachings"
>Suruli says, "can try to help"
>Suruli nods to Wangmao.
>Wangmao asks, "may we go some were to talk, or is here fine?"
>Illauron ponders.
>Suruli ponders.
>Illauron gets a small clear topaz from inside his snakeskin backpack.
>Illauron offers Shawntelle a small clear topaz.
>Suruli stands up.
>Shawntelle accepts Illauron's clear topaz.
>Suruli joins Wangmao's group.
>Wangmao smiles.
>Suruli says, "wherever you want for a bit"
>Suruli hugs you, and you wrap your arms around her with a warm smile.
>Wangmao nods.
>Suruli waves.
>Illauron offers Sweyn a sungrown cigar.
>You hug Suruli who wraps her arms around you with a warm smile.
>Sweyn laughs!
>Shawntelle waves.
>Wangmao's group just went southeast.
>Sweyn accepts Illauron's sungrown cigar.
>Sweyn says, "thanks"
>Illauron says, "Goblins smoke"
>Illauron shrugs.
>Shawntelle frowns.
>You hear someone chuckling.
>Shawntelle says, "Don't steal from empaths"
>You hear the voice of Topsik say, "you sure do"
>Shawntelle stands up.
>Tenderfoot Illauron's group just went south.
>You stand back up.
>n[Riverhaven, Theren Way]
The Gate of Nobles, the northern passage in and out of town, marks the end of Theren Way. The town wall curves away to the south both east and west, providing a semi-circle defense guarded by the river. Flanking the road are the Cleric Guild and the Noble Inn. Providing relief for both spirit and body, the two places though disparate in style, form a curiously harmonious duo. You also see a russet guinea-pig who is sitting, a large snowdrift, and a freckled young acolyte.
Also here: Medic Tonglen, Suruli, and Crier Yvenn.
Obvious paths: southeast, south, west.
>Suruli says, "He is"
>Suruli chuckles.
>Yvenn ponders.
Yvenn asks, "Have it follow Tonglen?"
>You notice as a russet guinea-pig sniffs at the air for a moment.
>Suruli ponders.
>You sit down.
>Yvenn ponders.
>Yvenn says, "You know.."
>Suruli asks, "anyone else get blurry?"
>Suruli turns her head in your direction and blinks.
>You wave.
>Yvenn blinks.
>You say, "hello"
>Yvenn giggles.
>Yvenn hugs you.
>Tonglen says, "there he is"
>Suruli mutters cryptically to herself.
>Suruli hugs you, and you wrap your arms around her with a warm smile.
>Yvenn exclaims, "I think this calls for a song!"
>Yvenn grabs some snow and makes a snowball.
>You nod.
>Suruli nods to Yvenn.
>You say, "i am here"
>Tonglen beams at Yvenn!
>Yvenn flings her snowball at you but hits the ground near your feet instead, splattering your legs with the remains of an icy snowball.
>Suruli says, "with all the thievery you had me spooked"
>Suruli leans down and shakes you by the shoulders!
>Yvenn grabs some snow and makes a snowball.
>You ask, "thievery?"
>Suruli takes a seat.
>Suruli nods.
>Yvenn grabs some snow and makes a snowball.
>Suruli says, "Froggy 2"
>Yvenn flings her snowball at a russet guinea-pig, just barely grazing it.
>Suruli nods to you.
>You ask, "really?"
>Yvenn says, "Tricky Rusty."
>Yvenn grabs some snow and makes a snowball.
>Suruli says, "Hey now"
>Suruli glares at Yvenn.
>Yvenn whistles a merry tune.
>Tonglen chuckles at Yvenn.
>Yvenn gazes at a large snowdrift.
>Suruli says, "Rusty's sensitive that way"
>Tonglen grabs some snow and makes a snowball.
>Suruli shakes her head.
>Suruli says, "and fragile"
>Yvenn smiles and hides her hands behind her back.
>Tonglen drops a melting snowball.
>You offer your backpack to Suruli, who has 30 seconds to accept the offer. Type CANCEL to prematurely cancel the offer.
>Suruli opens her leather backpack.
>Suruli has accepted your offer and is now holding a sturdy backpack.
>Yvenn flings her snowball at a russet guinea-pig but merely hits the ground nearby.
>You say, "for your friend"
>Suruli peers quizzically at you.
>Suruli nods.
>Suruli hugs you, and you wrap your arms around her with a warm smile.
>You smile at Suruli.
>Yvenn asks, "Have you heard the song at all, Kythera?"
Yvenn peers quizzically at you.
>Suruli rummages through a sturdy backpack but it's clear she hasn't a clue if what she is looking for is there.
>Suruli gasps!
>Tonglen grins.
>Suruli says, "You didn't have to get so much"
>Suruli just tickled you. You laugh and reach out to tickle her back.
>You say, "just the one part you sang in the tea room"
>Yvenn nods.
>You say, "you said armor"
>Suruli closes her backpack.
>You say, "so i got all"
>You say, "i think"
>Suruli smiles at you.
>Suruli nods.
>Yvenn slowly sings in an alto voice:

" In the rippling mirror, truth's tall tale
May our moon mage's inner sight never fail
Collective calm, he soothes our mind
That we may gather our steps in time."

>Yvenn tenderly sings in an alto voice:

"Oh, Kythera, Mage, Mentor and Friend
Be with us until the end.
A friend, in battle.
A friend, in death.
Nola Grek Jora Rimek."

Yvenn slowly sings in an alto voice:

"Nola Grek Jora Rimek
A hand, to hold.
Each language proclaims:
Our brotherhood soul."

Yvenn slowly sings in an alto voice:

"Nola Grek Jora Rimek
A friend, in battle.
A friend, in death."

>Suruli just scooted a little closer to you.
>Yvenn smiles.Suruli smiles at Yvenn.
>You gaze into Yvenn's eyes and applaud her heartily.
>Tonglen grins at Yvenn.
>You say, "i like"
>Tonglen nods to you.
>Tonglen sighs.
>Suruli whispers, "not a bad birthday present huh?"
>Suruli leans on you.
>Suruli winks at you.

Mon, 22 Nov 2004 03:41:55 GMT

>Suruli assesses her combat situation.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Suruli points at Tonglen.
>Suruli says, "Still in combat"
>Tonglen takes a bite of the snowball.
>Tonglen shivers a little.
>Suruli winks at Tonglen.
>Suruli moves a sturdy backpack to her left hand.
>You say, "thank you Yvenn, I am honored"
>Tonglen grows fierce looking and appears ready to brawl!
>Tonglen steps back and stops brawling.
>Yvenn smiles at you.
>You say, "hey kids"
>Tonglen assesses his combat situation.
>You say, "no fighting"
>Suruli stands up.
>pre calmSince you're not feeding enough power into the spell pattern to make it coherent, you quickly work your way to the minimum required.
You raise your arms skyward, chanting the words of the Hypnotize spell.
>You gesture at Tonglen.
He looks somewhat less aggressive.
>Medic Tonglen just went west.
>Suruli just went south.
>Medic Tonglen just arrived.
>Tonglen assesses his combat situation.
>Tonglen mutters cryptically to himself.
>pre calm
>Suruli just arrived.
>Since you're not feeding enough power into the spell pattern to make it coherent, you quickly work your way to the minimum required.
You raise your arms skyward, chanting the words of the Hypnotize spell.
>cast suruYou gesture at Suruli.
She looks somewhat less aggressive.
>You say, "no fighting"
>Tonglen chuckles at you!
>Suruli casually observes the area.
>Suruli assesses her combat situation.
>Suruli nods.
>Suruli says, "better now"
>Tonglen drops a melting snowball.
>Suruli leans on Tonglen.
>You say, "good, a calm Suruli and calm Tonglen"
>Tonglen grins at Suruli.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Suruli chuckles at Tonglen.
>Suruli shakes her head.
>Suruli says, "never calm"
>Suruli shakes her head.
>Suruli traces an arcane sigil in the air.
>Tonglen suddenly looks rather less content with life in general.
>Suruli peers quizzically at Tonglen.
>Tonglen blinks at Suruli.
>Yvenn nods to you.
>You notice Tonglen slip into a hiding place.
>Suruli points at Tonglen, ruining his hiding place.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Suruli hums to herself.
>Tonglen blinks at Suruli.
>Suruli suddenly looks rather less content with life in general.
>Yvenn whispers, "It's up to you to make it truth."
>Suruli mutters cryptically to herself.
>Yvenn pulls Suruli towards her!
>Suruli grins at Yvenn.
>(Tonglen pulls his robe tightly over his pockets)
>Suruli falls over.
>You fling your snowball at Suruli and clip her shoulder! So close!
>Suruli snickers.
>Yvenn moves over to guard Suruli.
>Suruli says, "thank you"
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Yvenn says, "I'll take the hits."
>Suruli grins at Yvenn.
>You grab a handful of snow and make a snowball.
>Suruli nods.
>You chuckle.
>Suruli says, "no fair"
>As the day wanes, the sun begins its long trudge towards its home and the sweet comfort of night.
>Suruli says, "my hands are full"
>You fling your snowball at Tonglen and hit his chest! Talk about cold-hearted!
>You fling your snowball at Yvenn but hit the ground near her, splattering her feet.
>Tonglen just left.
* Tonglen has disconnected.
>Suruli sighs.
>You fling your snowball at Yvenn and catch her right between the eyes! Brain freeze!
>You say, "oops"
>Yvenn licks her lips.
>Yvenn says, "Mm. ice."
>Yvenn wipes one of her eyes.
>You say, "sorry"
>Suruli says, "you knocked the dwarf outta the realms"
>You say, "i am good"
>You stand back up.
>You strike a heroic pose.
>You sit down.
>Suruli shakes her head at you.
>You fling your snowball at Suruli but hit the ground near her, splattering her feet.
>Suruli stands up.
>Suruli glares at you.
>Suruli shows you a sturdy backpack.
>You nod to Suruli.
>Suruli says, "and i'm not setting it down with Thieves about"
>Suruli nods to you.
>Suruli leans on Yvenn.
>Suruli peers quizzically at Yvenn.
>You gesture at Suruli.
>Your spell backfires.
>Suruli asks, "You aren't leaving soon right?"
>You fall over. Oof!
> * Medic Tonglen joins the adventure.
>Tonglen just arrived.
>Suruli leans on Yvenn.
>You say, "oww"
>Tonglen makes a rancid grunting noise.
>Suruli waves to Tonglen.
>Suruli leans on Tonglen.
>You sit up.
>Suruli asks, "Hiccup?"
>Suruli peers quizzically at Tonglen.
>Tonglen says, "guess I'm taking the hits"
>Tonglen nods.
>You ask, "soo that snowball got you good huh?"
>Tonglen nods to you.
>Tonglen chuckles.

>Yvenn wistfully sings in an alto voice:

"I know you think that I shouldn't still love you,
Or tell you that.
But if I didn't say it, well I'd still have felt it
where's the sense in that? "

>Yvenn slowly sings in an alto voice:

"I promise I'm not trying to make your life harder
Or return to where we were "

>Suruli sighs.
>Yvenn firmly sings in an alto voice:

"Well I will go down with this ship
And I won't put my hands up and surrender
There will be no white flag above my door
I'm in love and always will be."

>Suruli nods to Yvenn.
>Yvenn regretfully sings in an alto voice:

"I know I left too much mess and
destruction to come back again
And I caused nothing but trouble
I understand if you can't talk to me again
And if you live by the rules of "it's over"
then I'm sure that that makes sense "

>Tonglen nods.
>Suruli nods to you.
>Yvenn firmly sings in an alto voice:

"Well I will go down with this ship
And I won't put my hands up and surrender
There will be no white flag above my door
I'm in love and always will be."

>Yvenn slowly sings in an alto voice:

"And when we meet
Which I'm sure we will
All that was ther
Will be there still
I'll let it pass
And hold my tongue
And you will think
That I've moved on.... "

>Yvenn firmly sings in an alto voice:

"Well I will go down with this ship
And I won't put my hands up and surrender
There will be no white flag above my door
I'm in love and always will be "

>Suruli leans on Yvenn.
>You stand back up.
>Yvenn smiles.
>Yvenn says, "White Flag..."
>Yvenn says, "By Didot"
>Yvenn sings in an alto voice:

"I am a girl of constant sorrow
I've seen trouble all my days
I bid farewell to the ol' Gorbesh and
The place where I was born and raised."

>Yvenn sings in an alto voice:

"The place where she was born and raised"

>Yvenn sings in an alto voice:

"For some time now I've been in trouble,
no pleasure here on Elanthia I've found
For in this world, I'm bound to ramble,
I have no friends to help me now."

>Suruli sighs.
>Suruli sadly says to Yvenn, "you can't leave"
>Yvenn sings in an alto voice:

"She has no friends to help her now."

>Suruli sadly says to Yvenn, "you have to stay"
>Medic Tonglen just went south.
>Yvenn sings in an alto voice:

"It's fair thee well, my old true lover,
I never expected to see you at last.
For I'm bound to ride on Ranger's trails,
perhaps I'll die upon this path."

>You say, "i know of at least three that will help you"
>You nod.

"Perhaps she'll die upon this path."

>You lightly tap Suruli on the shoulder.
>Medic Tonglen just arrived.
>Medic Tonglen just went west.
>Yvenn sings in an alto voice:

"You can bury me in Arthe Dale,
For many years there I may lay.
And you may learn to love another
while I am sleeping in my grave."

>Yvenn sings in an alto voice:

"While she is sleeping in her grave."

>Yvenn sings in an alto voice:

"Maybe your friends think I'm just a stranger
My face you never will see no more
But there is one promise that is given,
I'll meet you on the Immortals' golden shore."

>Suruli shakes her head.
>Suruli shakes her head.
>Suruli studies the ground for a moment.

>Yvenn sings in an alto voice:

"She'll meet you on Immortals' golden shore."

>Yvenn smiles.
>Yvenn says, "Constant Sorrow"
>You say, "don't leave, please"
>Suruli leans on Yvenn.
>Medic Tonglen just arrived.
>Tonglen offers Yvenn a gentle rest tea.
>Suruli peers quizzically at Tonglen.
>Tonglen shrugs.
>Yvenn accepts Tonglen's rest tea.
>Yvenn smiles at Tonglen.
>Suruli smiles at Tonglen.
>Yvenn gently kisses Tonglen on the cheek.
>Tonglen says, "can't have her voice wavering"
>Suruli leans on Tonglen.
>Yvenn takes a sip of her tea.
>Suruli nods.
Yvenn takes a sip of her tea.
>Tonglen grins.
>Yvenn asks, "Was it wavering?"
>Tonglen says, "nope"
>Suruli shakes her head.
>Yvenn grins.
>Yvenn says, "And my classic"
>Tonglen says, "part of you was...but never your voice"
>Suruli says, "Was beautiful"
>Tonglen winks at Yvenn.
>Suruli beams at Yvenn!
>Yvenn smiles slowly.
>Yvenn recites:

"I will be singing a modified rendition of an Ironic Tale."

>Yvenn smiles.
>Yvenn curtsies.
>Yvenn inhales a great swallow of air.
>Yvenn calmly sings in an alto voice:

"An old human turned ninety-nine
He won the Droughtman's maze and died the next day.
It's a black fly in your elven wine.
It's a Paladin's glyph two minutes too late."

>Yvenn sadly says, "And isn't it ironic..."
>Yvenn ponders the comedic irony of the impatient dead.

>Yvenn asks, "Don't you think?"
>Yvenn emphatically sings in an alto voice:

" It's like rain on your wedding day.
It's a free ferry ride when you've already paid.
It's the Moonmage advice that you just didn't take.
Who would've thought? It figures."

>Yvenn gives a slight nod.
>Yvenn sweetly sings in an alto voice:

"Ranger Play It Safe was afraid to climb.
He packed his carpetbag and kissed his kids goodbye.
He waited his whole damn life to take that ride.
And as the gondola crashed down he thought:
"Well isn't this nice...""

>Yvenn sadly says, "And isn't it ironic..."
>Yvenn ponders the silly fears of an inadequate man.
>Yvenn asks, "Don't you think?"
>Yvenn winks.
>Yvenn emphatically sings in an alto voice:

" It's like rain on your wedding day.
It's a free ferry ride when you've already paid.
It's the Moonmage advice that you just didn't take.
Who would've thought? It figures."

>Suruli chuckles to herself.
>Yvenn gives a slight nod.
>Yvenn darkly sings in an alto voice:

"Well life has a funny way of sneaking up on you
When you think you've identified it and marked the coffer all right."

>You sit down near Suruli.
>Suruli leans on you.
>Yvenn wryly sings in an alto voice:

"And life has a funny way of helping you out
When you think everything's gone wrong and the coffer blows up
In your face."

>You lean on Suruli.
>Yvenn chortles softly at some secret joke.
>Suruli looks at you and shrugs.
>Suruli sighs.
>Yvenn sweetly sings in an alto voice:

" A barge jam when you're already late.
No flint to be found on your cigarette break.
It's like ten thousand shields when all you need is a knife."

>Suruli shudders.
>Yvenn ponders the blushing desires of a young girl.
>You notice as a russet guinea-pig scampers into the area.
>Yvenn slowly sings in an alto voice:

"It's meeting the man of my dreams
And then meeting his beautiful wife."

>Yvenn gives a sigh of sorrow.
>Yvenn sadly says, "And isn't it ironic..."
>Suruli winces.
>Yvenn ponders the hapless adventures of life.
>Yvenn asks, "Don't you think?"
>Yvenn regretfully says, "A little too ironic."

Mon, 22 Nov 2004 03:39:51 GMT

>Suruli inhales a great swallow of air.
>Yvenn quietly says, "I think we've all asked a bit too much of ourselves."
>Suruli holds her breath.
>Suruli slowly empties her lungs.
>Suruli nods to Yvenn.
>(Tonglen tilts his head in thought)
>Yvenn quietly asks, "What say we take a vacation?"
>You cast your gaze to the heavens in an expression of supreme detachment.
>Yvenn says, "No crew. No leader."
>Suruli raises an eyebrow in Yvenn's direction.
>Yvenn says, "Just those that need it."
>Yvenn says, "And time."
>Tonglen nods to Yvenn.
>Suruli chuckles to herself.
>Suruli quietly says, "I have been doing that all week"
>Suruli studies the ground for a moment.
>Yvenn pulls Suruli to her in a tight hug.
>You rub Suruli gently, trying to massage any sore muscles.
>Suruli pulls Yvenn to her in a tight hug.
>Suruli sighs.
>Suruli quietly says, "and you all just thought I was antisocial"
>Yvenn quietly says, "Each one of us, pick a place.. a place to spend time with all the rest."
>Suruli sighs deeply, looking very depressed.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Yvenn pulls Suruli towards her!
>The sun nears the far horizon as the clear blue sky deepens into a rich indigo.
>Suruli smiles at Yvenn.
>Tonglen raises an eyebrow in Yvenn's direction.
>You ask, "a place?"
>Suruli ponders.
>Yvenn nods.
>Suruli cocks her head and blinks at Yvenn in complete puzzlement.
>Suruli ponders.
>Suruli asks, "each their own place?"
>You ask Yvenn, "what do you mean?"
>Yvenn nods to Suruli.
>Suruli asks, "or one place for all?"
>Yvenn gazes at you.
>You point at Suruli.
>Suruli ponders..
>You say, "what she said"
>Suruli peers quizzically at you.
>Yvenn says, "Pick a place. Each one of us, pick one small place."
>Suruli nods.
>Suruli asks, "alone?"
>Yvenn says, "Then, we will share them all."
>Suruli peers quizzically at Yvenn.
>Tonglen grins at Yvenn.
>Yvenn says, "For example..."
>Suruli casually observes the area.
>You say, "great tower shard. alot of good memories there."
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Yvenn smiles at you.
>You say, "moon mage observitory"
>Yvenn asks, "My sister has mentioned that.. birds, no?"
>Suruli gazes at you.
>You smile at Suruli.
>Yvenn says, "I would love for you to take me there."
>You nod to Yvenn.
>Suruli takes a seat near a large snowdrift.
>Yvenn asks, "What say the rest of you?"
>Suruli leans against a large snowdrift.
>Suruli points at a large snowdrift.
>Tonglen says, "hrm..."
>Suruli nods.
>Yvenn says, "All you need is a place of your own, and the time to share others."
>Suruli hums to herself.
>Tonglen grins at Yvenn.
>You ask, "not leaving haven huh Suruli?"
>Suruli says, "You're all sharing my favorite spot as we speak"
>Yvenn grins.
>Suruli nods.
>Yvenn says, "We can start here."
>Tonglen grins at Suruli.
>Suruli winks at Yvenn.
>Suruli grins at Tonglen.
>Suruli nods to Yvenn.
>Tonglen leans against a large snowdrift.
>Suruli just nudged Tonglen.
>You notice a russet guinea-pig rub against you for a moment.
>Suruli shivers.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>You smile at Suruli.
>Yvenn takes a seat near a large snowdrift.
>You ask, "cold?"
>Suruli laughs!
>Suruli nods to you.
>Yvenn gazes at Tonglen.
>Suruli shivers..
>Yvenn takes a sip of her tea.
>Suruli chuckles to herself.
>You get a bag of honey-roasted peanuts from inside your backpack.
>You offer your honey-roasted peanuts to Suruli, who has 30 seconds to accept the offer. Type CANCEL to prematurely cancel the offer.
>You say, "this will warm you up"
>Tonglen raises an eyebrow in Yvenn's direction.
>Suruli has accepted your offer and is now holding a bag of honey-roasted peanuts.
>You nod.
>You nod.
>Yvenn takes a sip of her tea.
>Suruli beams at you! What a warm feeling!
>Suruli says, "thank you"
>Suruli takes a bite of the peanuts.
>Suruli offers Yvenn a bag of honey-roasted peanuts.
>Tonglen says, "hrm...it'd be one of three...can't remember exactly where one of them is..."
>Tonglen chortles softly at some secret joke.
>Yvenn accepts Suruli's honey-roasted peanuts.
>Yvenn takes a bite of the peanuts.
>Suruli raises an eyebrow in Tonglen's direction.
>Yvenn smiles.
>Yvenn moves a gentle rest tea to her left hand.
>Yvenn moves a bag of honey-roasted peanuts to her right hand.
>Yvenn offers Tonglen a bag of honey-roasted peanuts.
>Suruli smiles at Yvenn.
>Suruli leans on you.
>Tonglen grins.
>You smile at Suruli.
>Yvenn leans on Suruli.
>Tonglen accepts Yvenn's honey-roasted peanuts.
>Tonglen takes a bite of the peanuts.
>Yvenn moves a gentle rest tea to her right hand.
>Yvenn takes a sip of her tea.
>Tonglen says, "oops"
>Suruli sighs.
>You ask, "oops?"
>Tonglen blinks at you.
>Tonglen says, "heh...was the last of it"
>You notice as a russet guinea-pig wiggles its whiskers.
>Suruli wistfully says, "this is what it's all about"
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Suruli studies the ground for a moment.
>Yvenn just tickled Suruli, who laughs and returns the favor.
>Suruli winks at Yvenn.
>You say, "it is ok"
>You say, "i ate some first"
>Yvenn slowly opens her bag, as she watches those around her.
>Tonglen grins at you.
>You say, "so exactly enough"
>Tonglen nods to you.
>Yvenn quickly closes her bag.
>Yvenn opens her leather-clasped carpetbag.
>Yvenn gets a box of chocolates from inside her leather-clasped carpetbag.
>Yvenn moves a box of chocolates to her left hand.
>Tonglen says, "heh...was afraid it didn't make it around the circle"
>Suruli happily says, "sharing...."
Yvenn pulls a small chocolate from a box of chocolates.
>You nod to Suruli.
>Yvenn offers Suruli a small chocolate.
>Suruli accepts Yvenn's small chocolate.
>Yvenn pulls a small chocolate from a box of chocolates.
>Yvenn offers you a small chocolate. Enter ACCEPT to accept the offer or DECLINE to decline it. The offer will expire in 30 seconds.
>You ask, "rainy day chocolates?"
>Suruli gasps.
>You accept Yvenn's offer and are now holding a small chocolate.
>Suruli grins.
>Yvenn pulls a small chocolate from a box of chocolates.
>Yvenn offers Tonglen a small chocolate.
>Suruli is dripping with juice after eating a small candy.
>Tonglen accepts Yvenn's small chocolate.
>Tonglen grins at Yvenn.
>Yvenn exclaims, "Taffelberry!"
>Yvenn pulls a small chocolate from a box of chocolates.
>Suruli exclaims, "taffleberry again!"
>Yvenn just swallowed a small chocolate whole!
>Suruli grins at Yvenn.
>You chomp on a chocolate covered walnut. Mmmmm!
That was the last of it.
>Tonglen just ate a small chocolate, and is grinning widely.
>Yvenn says, "Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm...."
>You say, "walnut"
>Yvenn sighs happily.
>You say, "hmmmm"
>Suruli nods to Yvenn.
>Tonglen says, "dark chocolate--good stuff"
>Yvenn says, "I finally got my favorite."
>Suruli nods to Tonglen.
>Yvenn shakes her box of chocolates!
>Tonglen raises an eyebrow in Yvenn's direction.
Yvenn says, "The last one."
>Yvenn beams!
>Suruli says, "I kinda liked the rum flavored...."
>Tonglen asks, "whats that?"
>Suruli casually observes the area.
>Tonglen nods to Suruli.
>Yvenn smiles.
>Yvenn says, "Coconut."
>Suruli winks at Tonglen.
>Tonglen grins at Yvenn..
>You say, "the rum one is great"
>Yvenn gazes at her chocolates.
>You say, "had it earlier"
>Yvenn nods.
>Suruli nods to you.
>Yvenn moves a box of chocolates to her right hand.
>Yvenn asks, "Anyone want the box?"
>Suruli peers quizzically at a russet guinea-pig.
>You notice as a russet guinea-pig squeaks with excitement, for no apparent reason.
>Suruli says, "Wonder if Rusty's hungry"
>Suruli ponders.
>Yvenn stands up.
>Suruli rummages through a long black hooded cloak fastened with a dragon-shaped pewter clasp, pausing once in a while and then quickly resuming the search.
>Tonglen asks, "so what's your favorite spot in Elanthia?"
>Yvenn chuckles.
>Suruli gets some smoked snowbeast jerky from inside her hooded cloak.
>Tonglen blinks at you.
>Yvenn asks, "Me?"
>Tonglen nods to Yvenn.
>Suruli just tried to feed some smoked snowbeast jerky to a russet guinea-pig.
>Yvenn smiles wistfully.
>You chuckle at Suruli.
>Suruli just tried to feed some smoked snowbeast jerky to a russet guinea-pig.
>Suruli shrugs.
>Tonglen gets some hulnik grass from inside his shoulder sack.
>Suruli says, "Guess not"
>Tonglen just fed some hulnik grass to a russet guinea-pig.
>You get a rusty steel box from inside your backpack.
>Yvenn just tried to feed to a russet guinea-pig.
>Tonglen grins.
>Suruli takes a bite of the jerky.
>Suruli offers you some smoked snowbeast jerky. Enter ACCEPT to accept the offer or DECLINE to decline it. The offer will expire in 30 seconds.
>You accept Suruli's offer and are now holding some smoked snowbeast jerky.
>Tonglen peers quizzically at Yvenn.
>Yvenn smiles.
>Yvenn says, "Arthe Dale."
>Tonglen grins.
>feed jerk to suruYou can't feed with some smoked snowbeast jerky.
>Suruli says, "see, he likes you better Tonglen"
>Tonglen says, "beautiful town".
>Suruli glares at a russet guinea-pig.
>Suruli nods.
>Yvenn nods.
>You take a bite of the jerky. Yum! Sweet, smoky, and sticky -- hits the spot!
>You move a rusty steel box to your left hand.
>You move some smoked snowbeast jerky to your right hand.
>Yvenn says, "To be a halfling."
>Yvenn sighs.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>You offer your snowbeast jerky to Yvenn, who has 30 seconds to accept the offer. Type CANCEL to prematurely cancel the offer.
>Suruli says, "I've only been through it in a hurry"
>Yvenn has declined the offer.
>Suruli sighs.
>You offer your snowbeast jerky to Tonglen, who has 30 seconds to accept the offer. Type CANCEL to prematurely cancel the offer.
>Yvenn says, "Thank you, but i'd like to savor the chocolate."
>Yvenn smiles at Suruli.
>Tonglen says, "worth taking the time to look around..."
>You nod to Yvenn.
>Tonglen has accepted your offer and is now holding some smoked snowbeast jerky.
>Yvenn puts her chocolates in her leather-clasped carpetbag.
>Suruli nods to Tonglen.
>Tonglen takes a bite of the jerky.
>Tonglen grins.
>Tonglen blinks.
>You say, "arthe dale has a good water slide"
>Yvenn pulls off a pair of black leather gloves from her hands.
>The sun sinks below the horizon, turning the clear sky a thousand shades of ever-deepening blue as the day fades into night.
>Suruli says, "From Wheller"
>Yvenn puts her gloves in her leather-clasped carpetbag.
>Suruli winks at Tonglen.
>You say, "kinda fun"
>Tonglen nods to Suruli.
>Yvenn grins at you.
>Tonglen grins.
>Yvenn says, "That was my surprise."
>Yvenn winks.
>You say, "sorry"
>Tonglen nods.
>Yvenn giggles.
>Tonglen grins at Yvenn.
>Suruli rummages through a long black hooded cloak fastened with a dragon-shaped pewter clasp but it's clear she hasn't a clue if what she is looking for is there.
>Tonglen says, "we'll have to get down there"
>Suruli gets a tiny silver bell from inside her hooded cloak.
>Yvenn slowly opens her bag, as she watches those around her.
>Suruli taps a tiny silver bell, it rings with a gentle, pleasing note.
>Yvenn quickly closes her bag.
>Yvenn closes her leather-clasped carpetbag.
>Yvenn picks up a dull steel chest.
>Suruli beams at Yvenn!
>You move a rusty steel box to your right hand.
>You offer your steel box to Suruli, who has 30 seconds to accept the offer. Type CANCEL to prematurely cancel the offer.
>Suruli offers Yvenn a tiny silver bell.
>Suruli has declined the offer.
>Yvenn blinks.
Suruli peers quizzically at you.
>Yvenn asks, "Already disarmed?"
>Yvenn accepts Suruli's silver bell.
>You nod.
>Yvenn asks, "A bell?"
>Suruli says, "ring it"
>Suruli nods to Yvenn.
>Yvenn taps a tiny silver bell, it rings with a gentle, pleasing note.
>Yvenn smiles.
>Tonglen grins.
>Suruli shakes her head at you.
>Yvenn hums a playful tune.
>Yvenn offers Suruli a tiny silver bell.
>Suruli declines Yvenn's offer.
>Suruli shakes her head.
>Yvenn peers quizzically at Suruli.
>Tonglen grins at Suruli.
>Suruli quietly says to Yvenn, "for you"
>Suruli smiles at Yvenn.
>Yvenn beams!
>Suruli hugs Yvenn, who wraps her arms around Suruli with a warm smile.
>Yvenn puts her bell in her hip pouch.
>Suruli quietly says to Yvenn, "good friend gave it to me, seems perfect for you, only right to pass it on"
>Suruli sighs.
>Tonglen grins at Suruli.
>Suruli studies the ground for a moment.
>Yvenn peers quizzically at Suruli.
>Yvenn blinks.
>Suruli sadly says, "I hate seeing friends leave"

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>Yvenn says, "I swear I just started and i'm already better than my sister."
>Yvenn preens. Someone's pleased with herself!
>Suruli nods to Yvenn.
>Tonglen grins at Yvenn.
>Suruli sits up.
>Tonglen says, "nimble fingers"
>Suruli leans against a large snowdrift.
>Yvenn sets about picking the brass box...
>You pack your snowball more firmly.
>You pack your snowball more firmly.
>Suruli glances at you.
>Yvenn sets about picking the brass box...
>You look around, trying to appear nonchalant.
>You point at Suruli, ruining her hiding place.
>Yvenn sets about picking the brass box...
>You point at Tonglen.
>Suruli squints at you.
>You point at Yvenn.
>You notice Yvenn slip into a hiding place.
>Tonglen raises an eyebrow in your direction.
>You point at Yvenn, ruining her hiding place.
>Suruli is looking at you in the most suspicious manner.
>You ponder.
>Yvenn sets about picking the brass box...
>You hear a soft click from the box.
>You pack your snowball more firmly.
>You notice as a russet guinea-pig scratches behind its ear.
>You pack your snowball more firmly.
>Suruli seems to be waiting for something.
>You pack your snowball more firmly.
>Yvenn puts her lockpick in her hip pouch.
>Suruli cowers in fear.
>Yvenn opens her brass box.
>Suruli ducks her head.
>throw snowb at kyth>Why don't you just eat it?
>You notice Suruli slip into a hiding place.
>(Tonglen starts to build a snow fort)
>Yvenn draws in a few deep breaths and then releases them in a blood-curdling scream at the brass box, which begins to vibrate violently. Suddenly, the box bursts in a cloud of metal slivers, leaving no trace of its former existence.
You take a bite of the snowball. Shiveringly chilly!
>You take a bite of the snowball. Shiveringly chilly!
>That was the last of it.
>You chuckle.
>Yvenn beams at you! What a warm feeling!
>Suruli comes out of hiding.
(Suruli hides in Tonglen's snow fort)
>Tonglen chuckles.
>You chuckle.
>You notice Suruli slip into a hiding place.
>(Tonglen topples the fort onto Suruli)
>Yvenn stops guarding.
>You say, "nice"
>Tonglen cackles!
>Suruli falls out of hiding!
>Suruli glares at Tonglen.
>Suruli stands up.
>Tonglen whistles a merry tune.
>You say, "you broke the box"
>Suruli dusts herself off.
>Suruli grabs Tonglen by the shoulders and shakes him!
>You nod to Yvenn.
>Suruli mutters cryptically to herself.
>Yvenn says, "I can't believe I'm this good."
>Suruli pointedly ignores Tonglen.
>You say, "kinda loud"
>You nod to Yvenn.
>Tonglen leans on Suruli.
>Suruli leans on Tonglen.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Suruli casually observes the area.
>You melt into the background, fairly confident that your attempt to hide was not noticed.
>You chuckle.
>You come out of hiding.
You jump in front of Tonglen, arms waving wildly and making really scary sounds, causing him to jump back startled.
>You melt into the background, fairly confident that your attempt to hide was not noticed.
>(Suruli digs Rusty from under the avalanche)
>Yvenn blinks.
>Suruli says, "Sorry Rusty"
>You come out of hiding.
You jump in front of Suruli, arms waving wildly and making really scary sounds, causing her to jump back startled.
>You melt into the background, fairly confident that your attempt to hide was not noticed.
>Suruli pets her russet guinea-pig.
>Yvenn mutters cryptically to herself.
>Tonglen ponders.
>You come out of hiding.
You jump in front of Yvenn, arms waving wildly and making really scary sounds, causing her to jump back startled.
>You melt into the background, fairly confident that your attempt to hide was not noticed.
>Tonglen blinks.
>Suruli blinks.
>Yvenn blinks.
>Suruli mutters cryptically to herself.
>You say, "loud"
>Tonglen gawks at Yvenn.
>Suruli searches around for a moment.
>You say, "yep"
>Suruli searches around for a moment.
>pre rfYou raise your arms skyward, chanting the words of the Refractive Field spell.
>You come out of hiding.
>You gesture.
>The whole world begins to shimmer as a refractive field gathers around you.
>You wave.
>Tonglen says, "I'm hopeless with boxes"
>The refractive field gathers around you, completely hiding you from view.
>Yvenn accepts Tonglen's oaken coffer.
>Yvenn grins.
>Suruli mutters cryptically to herself.
>Yvenn winces.
>Yvenn asks, "Where is this from?"
>Yvenn peers quizzically at Tonglen.
>You tickle Suruli, who just laughs and looks around to see who tickled her.
>Tonglen says, "think I fiddled with that one too much"
>Suruli says, "be right back"
>Suruli just went south.
>Tonglen says, "er...not sure"
>Tonglen says, "heh"
>You tickle Tonglen, who just laughs and looks around to see who tickled him.
>As you reach out to tickle Yvenn she avoids you.
>Tonglen blinks.
>Tonglen searches around for a moment.
>Tonglen searches around for a moment.
>Yvenn begins to lecture Tonglen on the proper use of the lockpicking skill.
>Tonglen beams at Yvenn!
>Tonglen begins to listen to Yvenn teach the lockpicking skill.
>You tap Tonglen on the shoulder, though he does not know it's you.
>Tonglen mutters cryptically to himself.
>Tonglen searches around for a moment.
>As you reach out to tap Yvenn, she moves out of reach.
>Tonglen raises an eyebrow in your direction.
>You notice Tonglen slip into a hiding place.
>You hum to yourself.
>You ponder.
>You hear someone muttering to himself.
>You search around for a moment.
>You notice Tonglen who is quite obviously attempting to remain hidden.
>You chuckle.
>You hear someone booing loudly.
>You notice Suruli trying to edge quietly past you.
>Tonglen winces.
>Tonglen points at Suruli, ruining her hiding place.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Suruli hums to herself.
>A few clouds drift past, partially obscuring the stars.
>You say, "Suruli distracted me"
>Suruli blinks dazedly for a moment as though she'd forgotten what she was doing.
>Suruli glances up at the sky.
>Suruli winces.
>Suruli asks, "How so?"
>Yvenn ponders.
>You say, "sneaking around"
>Suruli says, "sure, blame it one the warmie"
>You ask, "ok so augur or determinist?"
>You gesture at Suruli.
You feel a mystical link form between yourself and Suruli.
>Yvenn says, "only, i'm not anxious to make that trip to Aesry yet."
>Suruli pulls Yvenn towards her!
>Tonglen blinks.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Suruli says, "No"
>Yvenn says, "So I'll continue disarming this box."
>Yvenn grins.
>Yvenn gazes at you.
>Suruli nods to Yvenn.
>Yvenn says, "Determinist."
>Tonglen grins.
>Suruli says, "good idea"
>Suruli nods to Yvenn.
>You ask, "Determinitst?"
>Yvenn chuckles.
>Yvenn says, "I know what will help this."
>Crier Yvenn just went south.
>You ask, "so keep determinist?"
>You peer quizzically at Tonglen.
>Tonglen grins.
>You peer quizzically at Suruli.
>Suruli shrugs.
>Tonglen says, "its what I think of you as..."
>You say, "ok"
>Tonglen says, "thought it odd at first, but seems to be what you do..."

Mon, 22 Nov 2004 03:38:15 GMT

>Yvenn tosses a couple of her obsidian rosebuds into the air in an attempt to juggle them. She manages to get them going, and keeps them flying for a short time, before finally catching them with a minimum of fumbling and grabbing.
>Tonglen shakes his head at you.
>You say, "ok"
>Yvenn beams!
>Yvenn exclaims, "I caught'm!!!"
>Yvenn bops around like a silly teenager.
>Suruli asks, "someone watching the backpack for me?"
>Tonglen blinks at Yvenn.
>Suruli ducks her head.
>You say, "yes"
>You tap a sturdy backpack that you are holding.
>Suruli leans on you.
>Suruli says, "thanks".
>You nod to Suruli.
>Suruli sighs.
>Yvenn says, "Sleep, who needs sleep."
>You ask, "sleep?"
>Suruli says, "Not me"
>Tonglen chuckles at Yvenn.
>Suruli hums to herself.
>You glare at Suruli.
>Suruli cringes.
>Yvenn says, "This thing that halflings and elves do."
>You say to Suruli, "you need sleep"
>You notice Suruli slip into a hiding place.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>You point at Suruli, ruining her hiding place.
>Suruli squints at you.
>Suruli mutters cryptically to herself.
>Yvenn giggles.
>Yvenn says, "1..".
>Yvenn says, "2..."
>Yvenn begins pouting.
>Tonglen whispers, "huh?"
>Yvenn searches around for a moment.
>Suruli peers quizzically at Yvenn.
>Yvenn digs at a large snowdrift with some small obsidian rosebuds.
>Yvenn grins.
>Yvenn peers quizzically at Tonglen.
>Tonglen blinks.
>Yvenn says, "I was just counting down.."
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Yvenn says, "Or up."
>Yvenn digs at a large snowdrift with a hide scraper.
>You give Suruli a gentle poke in the ribs.
>Yvenn digs at a large snowdrift with a hide scraper.
>Suruli leans on you.
>Yvenn gazes at her scraper.
>Suruli shakes her head at you.
>Yvenn shakes her hide scraper!
>You ponder.
>Yvenn gets a wildland goblin skin from inside her leather-clasped carpetbag.
>whisp suru go to sleepYou whisper to Suruli.
>Suruli whispers, "if i go to sleep i'll oversleep"
>(Tonglen scrapes at his skin and remove a scab)
>Suruli shakes her head at you.
>Suruli winces.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>whisp suru hmm...am i going to have to ground you from DR?You whisper to Suruli.
>Suruli rubs Tonglen gently, massaging his muscles.
>Tonglen shrugs.
>Suruli shakes her head at you.
>Yvenn grins.
>Tonglen blinks at Yvenn.
>Tonglen chortles softly at some secret joke.
>Suruli peers quizzically at Tonglen.
>Yvenn shakes her goblin skin!
>Tonglen says, "I still think thats a little creepy..."
>Yvenn peers quizzically at Tonglen.
>Suruli nods to Tonglen.
>Tonglen says, "walking around with an empty goblin in yer pack...."
>Suruli shudders.
>Suruli nods.
>You say, "you never know when the come in handy"
>Tonglen chuckles.
>You nod to Tonglen.
>Yvenn just fed a cleaned goblin skin to a russet guinea-pig.
>Yvenn blinks.
>Tonglen asks, "goblin costume?"
>Yvenn blinks.
>Suruli blinks.
>You chuckle.
>Suruli ponders.
>Yvenn gazes at a russet guinea-pig.
>Yvenn blinks.
>You laugh!
>Yvenn coughs.
>Suruli asks, "Rusty?"
>You laugh!
>You fall to the ground laughing hysterically!
>Suruli asks, "Ate it?"
>You roll around on the ground laughing hysterically!
>Suruli gasps!
>Yvenn holds her hand up before her mouth and begins to cough, her shoulders shaking. Hope it's not contagious!
>The russet guinea-pig looks at your finger as if it were an offering of food.
>Suruli coughs.
>You roll around on the ground laughing hysterically!
>Suruli falls to the ground laughing hysterically!
>Suruli pants.
>Tonglen cackles!
>Tonglen's face ripples with a disgustingly sweet smile.
>Yvenn says, "well.."
>You mutter into the air something about goblin skins.
>Yvenn says, "At least I cleaned it."
>Suruli says, "hmmm"
>You chuckle.
>Suruli nods to Yvenn.
>Yvenn snickers.
>A tear runs down your face.
>Suruli blanches.
>You wipe one of your eyes.
>Tonglen asks, "whoa--don't you feed the poor guy?"
>Yvenn wipes one of her eyes.
>You say, "that is good"
>Suruli coughs.
>You laugh!
>Suruli says, "You saw me earlier"
>Yvenn says, "That's it. Rusty is so in the song."
>Suruli says, "guess he only likes his food well cured"
>Yvenn pets Suruli's russet guinea-pig.
>Suruli shudders.
>Tonglen cackles at Yvenn!
>Tonglen nods to Suruli.
>Suruli blanches.
>Tonglen beams at Yvenn!
>You pat Suruli on the back.
>Suruli pants.
>Yvenn gets a wildland goblin skin from inside her leather-clasped carpetbag.
>You ask, "how did you train him?"
>Yvenn waves a wildland goblin skin around.
>Suruli peers quizzically at a russet guinea-pig.
>Yvenn crooks her finger at a russet guinea-pig, an evil smile on her face.
>You say, "i bet he is still hungry"
>Suruli shakes her head.
>Yvenn waves a wildland goblin skin around.
>Yvenn just fed a wildland goblin skin to a russet guinea-pig.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Suruli says, "that wasn't in the handbook"
>Tonglen blinks.
>You chuckle.
>Suruli rolls around on the ground laughing hysterically!
>Yvenn snorts, loudly.
>Tonglen gawks at a russet guinea-pig.
>You fall to the ground laughing hysterically!
>Suruli pants.
>You slowly and deliberately empty your filled lungs.
>Yvenn says, "Well now I know what to do with my skins once I scrape them."
>Yvenn laughs!
>Suruli says, "carnivorous guinea-pig"
>Suruli ponders.
>You sit up.
>Yvenn wipes one of her eyes.
>Suruli takes on a deeply insightful look.
>The russet guinea-pig squeaks, "Can I have another?"
>Yvenn says, "Oooh, here's the test."
>You chuckle.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Yvenn says, "Will he eat a marred skin."
>Suruli snickers.
>Tonglen gets a jug of brown ale from inside his miner's knapsack.
>Suruli pets her russet guinea-pig.
>Tonglen just tried to feed a jug of brown ale to a russet guinea-pig.
>Yvenn just fed a ruined goblin skin to a russet guinea-pig.
>Tonglen shakes his head.
>You get some georin grass from inside your herb pouch.
>Tonglen laughs!
>Yvenn says, "I almost want to feed him my armor.."
>The russet guinea-pig sniffs at your grass but refuses to eat it.
>Tonglen cackles!
>You say, "guess not"
>The russet guinea-pig squeaks, "I am too young for that ale Tonglen"
>Tonglen grins at a russet guinea-pig.
>You chuckle.
>Suruli ponders.
>Yvenn just tried to feed a pair of black leather gloves to a russet guinea-pig.
>Suruli casually observes the area.
>Tonglen says, "he must look like a fuzzy bowling ball by now..."
>Yvenn says, "Ah, he has standards."
>Suruli grins at Yvenn.
>Yvenn puts her gloves in her leather-clasped carpetbag.
>You nod to Tonglen.
>Suruli says, "he's a pig not a goat"
>Suruli just tickled Yvenn, who laughs and returns the favor.
>Suruli says, "Where's Smelly Cat"
>Yvenn mutters cryptically to herself.
>Yvenn gets a fuzzy brown wild boar doll from inside her hip pouch.
>Tonglen cackles at Suruli!
>Suruli says, "he always had fishheads"
>Yvenn gazes at her doll.
Suruli says, "Rusty would like those"
>Yvenn gives a fuzzy brown wild boar doll a hug!
>Yvenn says, "Ooooo"
>Suruli nods to a russet guinea-pig.
>Tonglen grins.
>The russet guinea-pig sniffs at your stones but refuses to eat it.
>Tonglen blinks at you.
>Suruli ponders.
>Yvenn says, "I was almost going to take you all to Leth, where we could swim, climb, and fish.."
>Suruli casually observes the area.
>You say, "hey i don't know what all he eats"
>Yvenn just kissed a fuzzy brown wild boar doll!
>Suruli looks at you and shrugs.
>Tonglen raises an eyebrow in Yvenn's direction.
>Yvenn puts her doll in her hip pouch.
>Yvenn leans on Tonglen.
>Yvenn says, "You still haven't named your place."
>Tonglen says, "heh...having trouble settling on one"
>Suruli peers quizzically at Tonglen.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Suruli nods to Tonglen.
>You say, "old throne city, i like that place"
>Yvenn ponders.
>You say, "good food"
>Yvenn says, "Ooo."
>Tonglen grins at you.
>Yvenn says, "Flowers a plenty there."
>Suruli says, "I'm sure you have more than one"
>You say, "and good library"
>Suruli just nudged Tonglen.
>You nod.
>Tonglen nods to you.
>Suruli gets a stuffed frog from inside her leather backpack.
>Tonglen says, "I used to love the garden in the hospital...no one uses it anymore.."
>Suruli gives a stuffed frog a hug!
>Yvenn's jaw drops.
>You ponder.
>Suruli nods to Tonglen.
>Suruli drops a stuffed frog.
>You peer quizzically at Suruli.
>You notice a russet guinea-pig carefully pick up a stuffed frog.
>Tonglen says, "or the oasis off the paths near crocs..."
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Yvenn pets Suruli's russet guinea-pig.
>Suruli pets her russet guinea-pig.
>Suruli hums to herself.
>Suruli says, "Good dog Rusty"
>Tonglen says, "the other place I was thinking of, I can't quite remember"
>Yvenn gets a wildland goblin skin from inside her leather-clasped carpetbag.
>Yvenn crooks her finger at a russet guinea-pig, an evil smile on her face.
>Yvenn gets a hide scraper from inside her leather-clasped carpetbag.
>You say, "ooh ooh old crossing"
>You notice a russet guinea-pig drop a stuffed frog that it was carrying.
>Suruli picks up a stuffed frog.
>Suruli gives a stuffed frog a hug!
>Tonglen asks, "have you ever seen the golden apple gree on the way to Lang?"
>You say, "fun place"
>Suruli puts her frog in her leather backpack.
>Suruli counts off numbers quietly to herself.
>Tonglen says, "er, between Lang and Theren I think"
>Yvenn just fed a cleaned goblin skin to a russet guinea-pig.
>You chuckle.
>Yvenn exclaims, "How handy is he?!"
>Suruli says to Tonglen, "I remember we looked for it"
>Suruli looks at a russet guinea-pig and shakes her head.
>Tonglen grins at Suruli.
>Suruli says, "Rusty you're gonna get sick"
>Suruli mutters cryptically to herself.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Suruli sits up.
>Suruli leans on Tonglen.
>Tonglen asks, "what kind of tricks does he do?"
>Tonglen beams!
>Suruli asks Tonglen, "with Valherun right?"
>Tonglen scratches Suruli's russet guinea-pig.
>Tonglen nods to Suruli.
>Suruli snaps her fingers and the russet guinea-pig gathers itself into a ball and rolls around for a moment or two. It then uncurls itself and resumes whatever it was doing.
>You ponder.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Suruli says, "That's the only trick"
>Tonglen grins at Suruli.
>You say, "i haven't talked to valherun in a long time"
>Suruli says, "So far"
>Suruli nods.
>Tonglen grins.
>Suruli nods to you.
>Yvenn says, "Be right back."
>Crier Yvenn just went southeast.
>You say, "or Volreth"
>Suruli says, "they have both been around"
>Suruli smiles at you.
>You give Suruli a gentle poke in the ribs.
>Suruli leans on you.

Mon, 22 Nov 2004 03:37:45 GMT

>You say, "you have to stop copying me"
>You say, "kinda freaky"
>Suruli chuckles.
>Suruli ponders Rusty
>Suruli shakes her head.
>You give Suruli a gentle poke in the ribs.
>Suruli blinks dazedly for a moment as though she'd forgotten what she was doing.
>Suruli just tickled you. You laugh and reach out to tickle her back.
>Suruli grins at you.
>You quietly say, "i think i am going to ummm..."
>You quietly say, "do that thing with the closed eyes"
>Suruli says to you, "this is the latest I have seen you awake in a long time"
>You quietly say, "....whats it called again"
>Suruli peers quizzically at you.
>Suruli ponders.
>A few clouds drift past, partially obscuring the stars.
>Suruli looks at you and shrugs.
>You say, "i know"
>Suruli clasps your hand tenderly.
>Suruli's group just went south.
[Riverhaven, Theren Way]
Small gardens grow on both sides of the road. Fenced about with low stone walls and hedges, they belong to the Empath Guild and hospital to the south. Many rare and potent herbs and plants can be found here for use in healing. Northwards, the town wall and the Gate of Nobles rise. Nearby, a small shop sells clerical goods. You also see a simple sign hanging from the front of the shop.
Also here: Suruli.
Obvious paths: north, south.
>Suruli grins at you.
>You smile at Suruli.
>Suruli whispers, "for your birthday"
>Suruli gently kisses you on the cheek.
>You blush a bright red color.
>Suruli pulls you to her in a tight hug.
>You say, "thank you"
>Suruli smiles at you.
>Suruli says, "thank you"
>Suruli smiles at you.
>You say, "one of the best presents i have ever gotten"
>Suruli blushes a bright red color.
>Suruli leans on you.
>You hug Suruli who wraps her arms around you with a warm smile.
>Suruli beams at you! What a warm feeling!
>You gently kiss Suruli on the cheek.
>Suruli lets out a deep sigh of contentment.
>quit

A sphere of white-gold which glows with an inner fire

Mon, 12 Jul 2004 23:16:43 GMT

>[Warrior Mage Guild, Chamber of Aether]
Silvery-blue wall hangings cover the base stone walls of the room, matching the cushions scattered about the floor. Floating in the center of the room is a sphere of white-gold which glows with an inner fire. Undefined patterns of light and color swirl about the wall hangings, as though this room were not entirely within the Plane of Abiding. You also see the aether archway.
Also in the room: Rys who is kneeling, Jolebin who is sitting, and Crysthia.
Obvious exits: none.

I was delighted to be invited to attend a meeting of the Aether Cabal, a chance for me to learn a bit more about my powers and to seek guidance from some of my elders.
of course we started the meeting with introductions, this was the first time I've had to speak of my past in front of a group. Though everyone did all they could to make me feel welcome, I did so with a bit of a lump in my throat while hiding my shaking hands..

>Jolebin asks you, "Well, I think we've come to you. So, won't you tell us a bit about yourself?"
>You smile.
>You say, "Well, I don't know anything really about my parents.."
>You study the ground for a moment.
>You say, "I was found here in Crossing by an older empath who became my adopted sister"
>You say, "She taught me all she could about magic, but also urged me to seek out a way to be independent.."
>Crysthia rubs you in a friendly manner.
>You say, "to be able to defend myself"
>You smile at Crysthia.
>You say, "She had many friends in Haven and took me there very early on"
>You say, "I've been training there with them ever since"
>You ponder.
>You say, "I'll probably be doing a bit more traveling soon.."
>You say, "mostly to see if anything feels familiar to me"
>You shrug.
>Crysthia smiles.
>Crysthia says, "Look for me if you come to Lang and Theren"
>Crysthia smiles.
>You nod to Crysthia.
>Jolebin says to you, "That sounds like a wise course of action. I do hope you find something that resonates."
>Rys says, "be careful if your feet take take you into ilithi"
>Crysthia nods.
>You say to Jolebin, "thank you"
>You nod to Rys.
>You say to Rys, "I have already found that out on more than one occasion"
>You chuckle.
>Rys says, "new owners in shard, the outcasts are not nice"
>You say, "My fiance is from Illithi, so there's no avoiding it really"
>You nod to Rys.
>You say, "No, they are not"

My nerves calmed a bit when we moved on. We talked a bit about the past research the cabal had done on Aether spells, namely Lance and Shield. Due to some upcoming reviews of our spells by our guild leaders it seemed prudent to postpone recommencing the testing...instead we're asked to think of ideas on how to research.

>You say, "I may not be too useful right now, sometimes my spells still control me instead of the
other way around"
>You chuckle to yourself.
>You say, "But I'd be happy to play a bit with those two spells and contribute whatever I learn"
>Jolebin says, "That's all right. The behavior of spells under the command of a less experienced Warrior Mage is an *extremely* important part of the research."
>You ask, "so for now we just device a way to implement research?"
>Jolebin says to you, "Yes, exactly. Perhaps some idea of which parameters should be studied, and also what sorts of research tasks you'd like to see carried out."

I think for now I'll mostly focus on Ethereal Shield while I work on my defenses against goblin shaman, eels and rams. I've never paid attention to whether or not Urusai's enchantes affect my shield, should be interesting. Next I will probably do a little work with Aether Cloak. Seems it's such an uninteresting spell no one wants to touch it. I wish it gave me an advantage in hiding and stalking, but for now I can have Kythera help me test it out a bit.

~As always, Suruli

An Audience with the Three

Thu, 08 Jul 2004 22:11:46 GMT

We saw a flyer..

An audience will be held informing the concerned about the status of things relating to the Shard government in exile. Questions will also be taken.

Location: Ulf'Hara Keep, Crossing.

With the many questions Kythera still had about his home in Shard, we couldn't possibly miss this meeting. So we took a break from hunting and traveled south.

>Kythera slips quietly into the row, taking a seat next to you.
peer dais[Ulf'Hara Keep, Throne Room]
Plush deep red carpet runs the depth of the room from the doors up the steps to the throne dais. An elegant crystal and gold chandelier hangs from a high vaulted ceiling, providing ample lighting. Tall, stained glass windows depicting several events from Zoluren history frame the dais. The floor of polished black marble reflects the brilliance of a gem encrusted crystal scepter resting on a black velvet covered display stand. You also see some double doors of polished teak trimmed in gold and a mahogany pedestal with a fragile-looking book on it.
Also in the room: Vaerikloa Diirik, Aemmin, Kulainik, General Kirew, Protectorate Viirin, Leader Osur, Seer Judge Osiinth, and Opreina Moracul Zoranyl.
Obvious exits: none.

The meeting mostly involved introducing the 4 candidates, 2 present, and the need to find the other 2 swiftly to inform them of the recent happenings and ensure their safety.

A few people did get to speak, and ask questions, unfortunately Kythera and I kept getting pulled away.

It seems my scimitar, along with Kythera's, has a mind of it's own. Seems to be searching for it's own identity, always claiming that of whoever held it last.
We spoke to someone who has experience in such rare occurences, and we're told the only cure was to completely erase the blade's memory and start anew....

>You accept the offer and are now holding a scimitar.
>look my scimYou see nothing unusual
>You sniffle.
>Kythera asks, "yep sad day huh?"
>You nod to Kythera.
>You say, "It is"
>You gaze at your scimitar.
>A tear runs down Kythera's face.
>You sheathe your scimitar in the leather baldric.

We were able to make it back to the audience, but missed much of what was said..

Diirik places his hands behind him and says, "I'm sure Shard will once again be full of life and energy. All things in time."

but that much I hope is true,
~As Always, Suruli

* Suruli was just struck down!

Thu, 08 Jul 2004 21:31:17 GMT

It had to happen, I couldn't just save up favors forever..

nw[Riverhaven West Wilds, Meadow]
Also here: Wanderer Thijan.
You say, "Hello"
You wave to Thijan.
Thijan waves.
Thijan says, "ello"
You ask, "Mind if I join you?"
Thijan says, "not at all"
You grin at Thijan.
Thijan says, "I’d enjoy the company"
Thijan mutters into the air something about eels.
You nod to Thijan.
You say, "they are bothersome"
You glare at a grass eel.
A grass eel places its tail in its mouth and rolls swiftly away, hooplike, to the northwest.
Thijan says, "yep"
**You gesture at a goblin shaman.
A lance of silvery-blue light forms between your hands. Turning slightly, you throw the lance at a goblin shaman!
A goblin shaman's ethereal shield crackles with energy!
A sharp crack fills the air as the lance slams into its neck, shattering vertebrae and ripping a deep hole in its skin.A goblin shaman sinks to the ground in a rustle of cloth and covers its face with the hood of its cloak. Slowly the movements of the cloaked creature stop.
A glowing stick shatters into a million glittering splinters.
The shimmering shield fades from around a goblin shaman.
You say, "sorry"
You duck your head.
Thijan says, "thats ok"
Thijan grins.
Thijan says, "as long has it winds up dead its all good"
Thijan says, "i wont be much good if the room fills up"
Thijan grins.
You ask, "why's that?"
You peer quizzically at Thijan.
Thijan says, "burdened right now"
You say, "ahh"
You nod.
You say, "Don't think I'll be up much longer"
Thijan nods.
You say, "so far it hasn't really gotten too crowded in here"
Thijan says, "hopefully it will work out and we can all go hunting tomorrow night"
Thijan giggles.
The wolf spider slowly crawls into view, observing the area.
You exclaim, "Spider!"
The wolf spider begins to advance on you!
The wolf spider is still a distance away from you and is closing steadily.
You are already as far away as you can get!
se[Riverhaven West Wilds, Meadows]
nw[Riverhaven West Wilds, Meadow]
You ask, "need help?"
The wolf spider closes to melee range on you!
* With strength, a giant wolf spider leaps, its jaws open in a blind rage at you. You turn aside the teeth with a scimitar.
[You're solidly balanced with opponent in strong position.]
Thijan says, "sure"
**You gesture at a giant wolf spider.
A small ball of flame flies at a giant wolf spider!
The fireball explodes close to a giant wolf spider, singeing its neck.
Its skin burns slightly as the intense heat of the fireball washes over it!
You retreat from combat.
You feel the winds surrounding you disperse.
**Strongly, Thijan steps backward and then slices at a giant wolf spider. A giant wolf spider attempts to evade, not quite escaping the blast. The scimitar lands an extremely heavy hit that exposes bone along the entire left arm and spatters blood everywhere!
A giant wolf spider collapses to the ground and ceases all movement, with the exception of an antenna twitch now and then.
You let out a loud "Huzzah!" for Thijan!
You exclaim, "good job!"
The wolf spider collapses in a hulk on the ground.
You look around, trying to appear nonchalant.
You say, "think I dodged him"
You ponder.
Thijan says, "yea"
Thijan says, "they get me that’s why i dropped my backpack"
Thijan grins..
You say, "that's what I though"
You say, "thought"
You cough.
Thijan says, "he got me once that I saw"
A grass eel places its tail in its mouth and rolls swiftly away, hooplike, to the west.
You assess your combat situation...
You say, "they all ran"
Thijan grins.
Thijan says, "yep"

>wait Time drags on……..

**You sharply inhale, drawing upon the power of your internalized fire, then violently spit a bolt of churning flame toward a meadow ram!
The incendiary spittle blasts a meadow ram in its chest!
A meadow ram twists, contorts, and shakes while sputtering out its final breath.
Your throat contracts suddenly, growing cooler as your Dragon's Breath spell dissipates.
** Attacking well, you step backward and then slice at a goblin shaman. A goblin shaman repulses some of the scimitar with a glowing stick. The scimitar lands a powerful strike that shatters the right elbow into grinding splinters, lightly stunning it.
As the shaman grasps its shattered arm, its glowing stick tumbles to the ground and crumbles!
[You're bruised, nimbly balanced and overwhelming opponent.]
The meadow ram closes to melee range on you!
* Attacking well, a meadow ram charges wide at you. You fail to evade, leaning wrong and blundering into the blow. The body lands a solid hit to your chest.
[You're battered, nimbly balanced with opponent in better position.]
** Moving well, you sweep a scimitar at a meadow ram. A meadow ram attempts to dodge, mis-stepping and blundering into the blow. The scimitar lands a strong hit that tears open the abdomen, causing a steaming heap of entrails to spill upon the ground.
[You're battered, incredibly balanced and overwhelming opponent.]
**Moving well, you slice a scimitar at a grass eel. A grass eel attempts to dodge, moving directly into the blow. The scimitar lands a demolishing hit to the eel's body.
A grass eel shudders then goes limp.
You say, "need to clear the room"
You say, "get the ram"
A meadow ram appears to be looking for something.
Thijan says, "got him"
* A meadow ram charges, head down, in a dead run at you. You attempt to dodge, moving directly into the blow. The body lands a good hit that punches a hole through the skin on its side, lightly stunning you.
[You're smashed up, extremely imbalanced with opponent overwhelming you.]
With a final, swirling whisper, the cool breeze fades from the area.
>You say, "drag me"
>retYou must stand first.
You stand back up.
Thijan retreats from combat.
>retYou try to back away from a meadow ram but are unable to get away!
* Moving well, a meadow ram charges, with disregard to its own well-being, at you. You attempt to dodge, moving directly into the blow. The body lands a light hit that stabs the fleshy portion of the right arm, lightly stunning you as you twist about awkwardly.
[You're near death, extremely imbalanced with opponent overwhelming you.]
>retYou are still stunned.
>retYou slowly tip over and fall down.
>standYou are still stunned.

You feel like you're dying!
* Suruli was just struck down!

* A grass eel bares a set of short but wickedly sharp fangs at you. You beat off little of the teeth with a scimitar. The teeth lands a light hit to your left leg. The grass eel tosses back its small head and hisses shrilly in glee. It dives, jaws wide, at your chest.

Your scimitar falls to the ground.

Thijan retreats from combat.
Thijan grabs your body and drags it northeast with him.
[Riverhaven West Wilds, Meadow]
You say, "oops"
You ask, "get my scimitar?"
Thijan says, "ok"
Wanderer Thijan just went west.
Drifter Snydely just arrived.
Wanderer Thijan just arrived.
Snydely asks, "need some help?"
You say, "think I've got some"
Thijan says, "yep"
You say, "but thanks"
Thijan starts to lecture to you, then glances down and suddenly realizes you are dead! He decides you probably won't be a very good student, and stops wasting his breath.
Snydely says, "no problem"
Snydely bows.
Drifter Snydely just went west.
* Aumakua joins the adventure.
You say, "too many critters at once, ram got a good hit in"
Thijan grumbles.
You ask, "what's wrong?"
Thijan says, "yea"
You say, "had to happen sometime"
You say, "if I could laugh I would"
Thijan says, "i did get both scims right"
* Aumakua was just struck down!
[Sylvan Pond, Mud Flats]
Higher ground combined with runoff from the pond has created a muddy swamp. Puddles of water intersperse with rivulets that travel to a deep depression beneath a hollow log. You also see a muddy trail.
Also here: Wanderer Thijan.
Obvious paths: northeast.
You say, "you're holding one.."
You ask, "is one in your pack?"
You say, "look at it.."
Thijan says, "ok idid"
Thijan grins.
You say, "should be engraved"
Thijan puts his scimitar in his green backpack.
Thijan gets a scimitar from inside his green backpack.
You ask, "where are we?"
You say, "um"
Thijan says, "yea i got it"
Thijan says, "dont know"
Thijan giggles.
Thijan just wandered up a muddy trail, dragging your body with him.
You say, "that's better"
[Riverhaven Exterior, Trodden Path]
Also here: Wanderer Thijan and Determinist Kythera.
Thijan grins.
You say, "hello"
Kythera waves.
Kythera says, "hmm"
Thijan says, "hey"
You say, "you missed it"
Kythera peers quizzically at you.
You say, "too many critters, ram got a good hit after I was already beat up"
You say, "maybe the spider did hit me"
Kythera says, "you know you weren't supposed to do the dieing thing"
You say, "had to happen sometime"
Aumakua wandered down a winding path.
Aumakua blinks.
You say, "Hey"
Aumakua peers quizzically at you.
You ask, "um, you just died too?"
Aumakua chuckles.
You ask, "just had to come and see me dead?"
Kythera says, "take her inside the temple"
Thijan nods.
Thijan says, "ok"
Aumakua sighs.
You say, "thanks"
Aumakua pokes you to see if you'll move.
Aumakua grins.
Aumakua says, "heh"
You say, "thanks for the drag Thijan, and no fair Aumakua"
Aumakua says, "couldn't resist"
Thijan giggles.
Aumakua says, "sorry"
Thijan says, "anytime"
You ask, "did you lose anything when you died Aumakua?"
Thijan just entered the Temple, dragging your body with him.
[Temple, Garden]
Also here: Wanderer Thijan and Determinist Kythera.
Obvious paths: east, northwest.
Kythera says, "here"
Thijan nods.
Kythera says, "best holy mana"
You say, "Here's good"
You ask, "any cleric's coming?"
Kythera nods to you.
Thijan offers Kythera a scimitar.
Kythera accepts Thijan's scimitar.
You ask, "so me dying woke you up huh?"
Thijan says, "ill go get an empath"
You say, "thanks"
Thijan just left.
Aumakua just arrived.
Kythera shows you a scimitar. The scimitar has been etched with an intricate intertwining knotwork pattern which twists and turns, making it almost impossible to follow. In the center of the design are the initials "T.L."
Aumakua asks, "did someone get your weapon?"
Aumakua grins at Kythera.
You say, "yep"
Kythera taps a scimitar that he is holding.
You say, "though it now has Thijan's initials on it"
You say, "very interesting"
Kythera assesses his combat situation.
Aumakua blinks.
Aumakua grins.
Aumakua just left.
Tywen just arrived.
You have a brief sensation that leaves your wounds tingling.
Priestess Shallarah just arrived.
You say, "Hello Shallarah"
Tywen cries out in pain.
Kythera says, "hello"
Kythera says, "umm"
Shallarah says, "i mean hello"
Shallarah bows her head and chants a prayer.
You say, "I know, so confusing"
Shallarah?You ask, "so...whatcha been up too lately Shallarah?"
Tywen says, "u o"
Shallarah says, "helping dead poeple"
You ask, "really?"
Shallarah nods to you.
You say, "What was that Tywen? don't overheal on my corpse"
Tywen says, "that was close"
Tywen grins.
You say, "only one, er two of us dies at a time"
You say, "chest um feels better, still can't laugh though"
Shallarah bows her head and chants a prayer.
Shallarah gestures at you.
Shallarah says, "silver"
Shallarah says, "depart"
You say, "kay"
[The Starry Road]
You find yourself walking along a road like one you have never seen before. Spread out before you is a stream of light, paved with stars and bounded by every constellation and planet you had ever seen while a mortal, only now more vibrant and somehow alive.
Also in the room: The Starry Host
Obvious exits: north
You walk forward, putting one foot in front of the other..
[The Great Ocean]
>swim downAs you start to move, a wave suddenly crashes over your head, and forces you under the water. As you struggle towards the surface, another wave picks you up and slams you down hard on what feels like dry land.
>w[Temple, Garden]
You also see Suruli's grave.
Also here: Priestess Shallarah, Bonesetter Tywen, and Determinist Kythera.
Obvious paths: east, northwest.
You say, "hello"
Shallarah smiles.
Shallarah just left.
Tywen says, "ello"
Just as you begin to dig out your grave with your bare hands, it opens up as if it was expecting you.
Your body feels at death's door!
Your spirit feels lifeless.
You are on the verge of complete exhaustion.
>get leatherYou are too exhausted to be able to pick that up!
Kythera assesses his combat situation.
You feel stronger, but Tywen appears to weaken.
Tywen touches you.
You feel a warmth radiate from Tywen's touch.
You have a brief sensation that leaves your wounds tingling..
You feel slightly disoriented as Tywen breaks the link with you.
Tywen eats a yelith root.
You say, "don't kill yourself over me Tywen"
You give Tywen a gentle poke in the ribs.
You lean on Kythera.
Tywen says, "I won’t"
Kythera peers quizzically at you.
You grin at Tywen.
Kythera shakes his head.
You say, "good"
Tywen says, "ive done all i feel safe doing"
You peer quizzically at Kythera.
You nod to Tywen.
You say, "thanks"
You hug Tywen. A faint scent of catnip clings to his fur.
Tywen says, "welcome"
Tywen hugs you, and you wrap your arms around him with a warm smile.
You tickle Kythera, who just laughs and tickles you back.
You ask, "so you missed it huh?"
You chuckle at Kythera.
Kythera looks at you and shrugs.
Tywen grins.
You pant.
You say, "all done"
Tywen grins.
You feel a bit weak in the knees and find yourself wobbling.
Tywen just left.
Thijan just arrived.
Thijan stretches.
You say, "thanks again for the drag"
You say, "think it's time to sleep now"
Thijan says, "no problem "
You hug Thijan.
Thijan nods.
Thijan hugs you, and you wrap your arms around him with a warm smile.
Thijan says, "yeah i need to too"
Thijan says, "it was fun"
You nod to Thijan.
Thijan pokes Kythera in the ribs.
You say, "yeah it was"
Kythera smiles.
Kythera offers you a scimitar.
Thijan says, "one of these days we all need to go though"
Kythera's offer and are now holding a scimitar.
Kythera nods.
You say, "we will"
Thijan says, "good"
Thijan grins.
Kythera waves.
Determinist Kythera went through the temple gate.
Thijan waves.
You wave.
You say, "Night"
Thijan giggles.
Thijan says, "night"
look scimThe scimitar has been etched with an intricate intertwining knotwork pattern which twists and turns, making it almost impossible to follow. In the center of the design are the initials "T.L."
* Kythera was just struck down!.
[Temple, Garden]
Shallarah just arrived, dragging the body of Kythera behind her.
You sigh.
You poke Kythera to see if he will move. He doesn't.
You ask, "had to one up me eh?"

Favors: 9 Deaths: 1

>Urusai asks, "getting a hunting party together?"

Thu, 08 Jul 2004 20:42:53 GMT

Time has flown by since my little incident, and I am happy to report that I haven't lit myself on fire since...no worries there's always today.

I have come to a point in my training where I must move on..while I am still not at my best defensively against rams and eels, they don't train me well anymore in combat skills. I plan to take a bit of time and speak with my elders and Karazhil about what my next step should be...I have been spending some time in The Crossing but I doubt Gauthus would want to see me after our last meeting.

We had a reunion of sorts with old friends- Abson and Triksy, so Urusai, Kythera and I took them out hunting in duskies. Was great fun, but they hit me more than I hit them.

>Jenell just left.
>A baby raccoon cleans its face with its paws..
>Determinist Kythera wandered up a winding path.
>You nod to a baby raccoon.
>You say, "I feel that way too after Jenell's around..."
>Abson says, "Anything off a paved street and she's useless"
>You roll your eyes.
>You say, "me too mostly.."
>You say, "actually"
>You shrug.
>You wave a hand in front of Urusai's face.
>Urusai says, "whoa"
>You grin at Urusai.
>Urusai asks, "getting a hunting party together?"
>Urusai bops around like a silly teenager.
>You nod to Urusai.
>Kythera nods.
>You say, "waiting on one more"
>Kythera yells, "Abson"
>You say, "and Thijan maybe later"
>Kythera yells, "Where are you at?
>Kythera searches around for a moment.
>Triksy says, "not here"
>You ask, "who are you looking for?"
>Kythera says, "Abson"
>You say, "He's not here"
>You say, "said he'd be back soon"
>Kythera says, "so hard to get everybody together"
>Kythera searches around for a moment.
>You nod to Kythera.
>Triksy says, "yeah well your so popular"
>Triksy rolls her eyes.
>You scoff.
>You give Kythera a gentle poke in the ribs.
>Triksy giggles.
>Urusai ponders.
>Urusai drops a wooly sheepskin.
>You blink at Urusai.
>Urusai gets a golden jackal pelt from inside his sailcloth pack.
>Urusai drops a golden jackal pelt.
>You ask, "feeling fat?"
>You peer quizzically at Urusai.
>Urusai says, "heh...tyring ta drop some weight"
>Urusai nods to you.
>Urusai says, "lil bloated"
>Kythera gets an ornate mirror from inside his burlap bag.
>As Kythera tilts his mirror to catch your reflection, the glass ripples slightly.
>Kythera puts his mirror in his burlap bag.
>Abson asks, "What's on the agenda?"
>Kythera asks, "anybody want a good prediction before we go?"
>You ponder the meaning of Kythera's existence.
>You say, "not if it's magic"
>You edge away from Kythera.
>Urusai grins.
>Abson says, "Sure, give me a try"
>You say, "or weapons"
>Kythera stares at Abson and starts murmuring under his breath.
>You say, "and someone needs to teach something"
>Kythera opens his eyes and smiles cryptically at Abson.
>Kythera says, "ok"
>Kythera says, "offense"
>You hear the voice of Triksy say, "yeah someone teach stealing"
>You hear someone giggle.
>Kythera says, "anybody for survival"
>You come out of hiding.
>You bounce around happily.
>Kythera casually observes the area.
>Katamba sets, slowly dropping below the horizon.
>Abson gives Kythera some coins.
>You say, "I could go for stealing"
>You nod.
>You hear the voice of Triksy say, "since there arent any theifs around"
>Kythera gives Abson some coins.
>Abson gives Kythera some coins.
>You say, "no, no thiefs"
>You cough.
>Kythera says, "ok"
>Kythera draws forth a scimitar.
>You hear the voice of Abson say, "heh"
>Kythera says, "i wanna go hunt"
>Kythera taps a scimitar that he is holding.
>You hear the voice of Abson say, "Me too"
>Kythera points at Triksy, ruining her hiding place.
>You ask, "what are we hunting?"
>You hear the voice of Abson say, "But unless it involves a bow, I'm a dead halfling"

So off to duskies we went..

[West Wilds, Dark Tunnels]
A dim, hazy light from the southern end of the tunnel casts a minimal amount of illumination over the surrounding area. You also see a dusk ogre.
Also in the room: Magess Triksy, Lookout Abson, Gadabout Urusai, and Determinist Kythera.
>The dusk ogre begins to advance on you!
>Kythera points at a dusk ogre.
>Urusai says, "um"
>You nod.
>Abson says, "Oh how I relish these times of peril"
>Abson appears to be aiming at a dusk ogre with his teak longbow.

You (solidly balanced) are facing a dusk ogre (1) at melee range.
The dusk ogre (1: nimbly balanced) is facing you at melee range.
The dusk ogre (2: solidly balanced) is flanking Triksy at melee range.
The dusk ogre (3: nimbly balanced) is flanking you at melee range.
The dusk ogre (4: nimbly balanced) is advancing on Triksy at missile range.
Triksy (solidly balanced) is facing a dusk ogre (4) at missile range.
Abson (solidly balanced) is behind a dusk ogre (1) at missile range.
Urusai (solidly balanced) is behind a dusk ogre (1) at missile range.
Kythera (solidly balanced) is moving to flank a dusk ogre (1) at pole weapon range.

< Attacking well, you slice a scimitar at a dusk ogre. A dusk ogre barely
blocks with an oval shield. The scimitar lands a good hit to the ogre's chest.
[You're incredibly balanced and overwhelming opponent.]

* Moving well, a dusk ogre bashs a cudgel at you. You repulse nearly all the cudgel with a scimitar. The cudgel lands a good strike to your head.
[You're bruised, solidly balanced with opponent in very strong position.]

* A dusk ogre bashs a cudgel at you. You repulse most of the cudgel with a scimitar. The cudgel lands a light hit to your chest.
[You're hurt, nimbly balanced and have slight advantage.]

>Kythera says, "i like these"
>Kythera says, "i haven 't been mindlocked in a while"
>You say, "I'd love them more if I could hit them"
>You mutter to yourself.
>Triksy says, "me too"

Well, at least I got a good hit or two in.

The wolf spider (1: nimbly balanced) is flanking Triksy at melee range.
The dusk ogre (1: solidly balanced) is advancing on Urusai at missile range.
The dusk ogre (2: nimbly balanced) is flanking Abson at melee range.
The dusk ogre (3: badly balanced) is moving behind Urusai at missile range.
The dusk ogre (4: badly balanced) is facing Triksy at melee range.
Abson (solidly balanced) is behind a dusk ogre (3) at missile range.
Triksy (very badly balanced) is facing a dusk ogre (4) at melee range.
Urusai (solidly balanced) is facing a dusk ogre (1) at missile range.

>A giant wolf spider searches the area.
>Urusai says, "ack"
>Kythera exclaims, "spider!"
>Urusai exclaims, "spider!"
>Urusai retreats from combat.
>Gadabout Urusai just went north.
>A dusk ogre pursues Urusai north.
>Kythera gestures at a giant wolf spider.
>It suddenly looks rather passive.
>You retreat from combat.
>You hear Urusai yell, "Spider!"
>Kythera points at a tangle of roots.
>Triksy retreats from combat.
>You retreat from combat.
>The wolf spider is enraged by Abson's attack!
>Kythera says, "everybody"

So we called it a night in duskies..

[Riverhaven West Wilds, Meadows]
>You lean on Urusai.
>You ask, "scared of spiders huh?"
>Urusai asks, "ever had one close on you?"
>Urusai raises an eyebrow.
>You say, "nope"
>Urusai shudders.
>You say, "tend your leg"
>You nag Urusai unmercifully.
>Urusai blinks.
>Urusai says, "can't...its leaking on the inside"
>Urusai eats a yelith root.
>Triksy says, "me too"

A quick visit from Jenell, Whyt and Tonglen and everyone was clean once again.

>You ask, "the Fire Witch eh?"

Mon, 21 Jun 2004 20:17:18 GMT

[East Guard Tower, Lookout]
Gazing from the top of this lofty tower, all of Riverhaven is displayed before you. To the north, far away, palisade walls nestle into the low mountains. A breeze brings smells and sounds from the warehouse district directly below. Peering over the side, you see the river rushing by below. From this height you are unable to hear its sounds but the moisture of the river still makes its way up. You also see some rope hanging down.
Also in the room: Gadabout Urusai

It had been a long time since Urusai and I had been able to spend any time together since I'd been gone so long. We had planned to meet up and celibrate a special occasion, and as always I have to make things um, well interesting...

>You say, "Hello"
>Urusai beams at you! What a warm feeling!
>Urusai hugs you, and you wrap your arms around him with a warm smile.
>You hug Urusai who wraps his arms around you with a warm smile.
>Urusai says, "hey"
>Urusai grins.
>Urusai gets a rainbow candle from inside his sailcloth pack.
>Urusai taps a rainbow candle that he is holding.
>Urusai drops a rainbow candle.
>Urusai blinks.
>Urusai says, "ack"
>Urusai says, "my flint disappeared"
>Urusai says, "I had a wren shaped one"
>You ponder.
>You ask, "is it on someone else?"
>You peer quizzically at Urusai.
>Urusai shakes his head.
>Urusai says, "nope...wren shaped...bard thing"
>Urusai sighs.
>You rub Urusai gently, trying to massage any sore muscles.
>Urusai snaps his fingers.
>Urusai says, "heh...oops"
>Urusai sighs.
>You chuckle.
>Urusai says, "sorry..."
>You ask, "so, can't light it eh?"
>Urusai nods to you.
>Urusai sighs.
>You ask, "want me to go dig up some flint?"
>Urusai says, "eh...just thought it'd make for a nice moment"
>Urusai shrugs.
>You elbow Urusai in the ribs in a playful sort of way.
>You ask, "where's the hat?"
>You observe Urusai with fascination.
>Urusai taps a cotton striped rainbow hat that he is wearing.
>Urusai grins.
>You beam at Urusai!
>Urusai says, "hang on...I think Tonglen has a flint"
>Urusai grins.
>You nod to Urusai.
>Urusai just left.
>Bonesetter Tonglen climbed up some rope hanging down.
>Tonglen flails his arms about.
>You come out of hiding.
>You hug Tonglen who wraps his arms around you with a warm smile.
>Tonglen hugs you, and you wrap your arms around him with a warm smile.
>You ask, "No flint?"
>Tonglen sighs.
>Tonglen makes a angry grunting noise.
>You say, "be right back"
>You give Tonglen a gentle poke in the ribs.

>go store[Enfermine's Dry Goods, Showroom]
You put your flint in your traveler's backpack

>clim rope[East Guard Tower, Lookout]
Also in the room: Bonesetter Tonglen.

>You lean on Tonglen.
>You pant.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>Tonglen rubs you gently, massaging your sore muscles.
>You say, "Have the flint.."
>Tonglen beams at you! What a warm feeling!
>You say, "let me try something first though"
>You grin at Tonglen.
>You stretch out a hand imploringly to Tonglen.
>Tonglen makes a mischievous grunting noise.
>You say, "that's right"
>Tonglen just left.
>You laugh!
>Urusai just arrived.
>Urusai snaps his fingers to a happy beat and dances around excitedly!
>You come out of hiding.
>You jump in front of Urusai, arms waving wildly and making really scary sounds, causing him to jump back startled..
>You hum to yourself.
>Urusai mutters cryptically to himself.
>You lean on Urusai.
>You stretch out a hand imploringly to Urusai.
>Urusai grins.
>You say, "Let me see"
>Urusai taps a rainbow candle that is on the ground.
>You touch a rainbow candle with a glowing finger, and it quickly catches fire.
>Urusai beams at you! What a warm feeling!
>You hug Urusai who wraps his arms around you with a warm smile.
>Urusai hugs you, and you wrap your arms around him with a warm smile.
>Urusai chuckles.
>Urusai sniffs at a burning rainbow candle.
>You exclaim, "For once it worked!"
>You bounce around happily.
>Urusai looks at you and applauds!
>Urusai lets out a deep sigh of contentment.
>Urusai says, "heh...thanks"
>You nod to Urusai.
>Urusai grins sheepishly.
>You say, "Welcome"
>You give Urusai a smooch. Mmmmmwa!
>You say, "anything for a friend"
>Urusai grins.
>You say, "and a nice moment I might add"
>Urusai nods emphatically.
>A golden flame wavers across the tip of a rainbow candle on the floor
>Urusai snaps his fingers and nods his head to his own beat.
>You pick up a burning rainbow candle.
>You offer your rainbow candle to Urusai.
>You say, "Here you go"
>Urusai has accepted your offer and is now holding a burning rainbow candle.
>Urusai grins at you.
>You smile at Urusai.
>Urusai says, "heh..thanks, hon"
>You wink at Urusai.
>You say, "anytime"
>You ask, "wonder how long it'll burn?"
>You ponder.
>Urusai smiles contentedly
>Urusai says, "no idea..."
>You say, "don't catch yourself on fire.."
>You say, "that's my job"
>Urusai mutters into the air something about simple minds, simple pleasures.
>Urusai nods to you.

Of course everyone knows War Mages are all show offs, right?

>You trace an arcane sigil in the air, shaping the pattern of the Mantle of Flame spell.
>Urusai grins.
>You nod to Urusai.
>You say, "best kind"
>Urusai chortles softly at some secret joke.
>A finger of flame leaps up from Urusai's rainbow candle.
>You gesture.
>You quickly weave the matrix of your spell into the air around you.
Unfortunately, without an Ethereal Shield to protect you, you are engulfed in your own magical fire!
You are severely wounded before the flames subside.
>You say, "oops"
>Urusai blinks.
>Urusai says, "ack"
>Your body feels very beat up.
Your spirit feels full of life.
You have open and bleeding sores all over the skin.
>Urusai just left.

Urusai left to go find Tonglen, to come to my rescue. Luckily he hadn't wandered far...

>Tonglen just arrived.
>Tonglen flails his arms about.
>Tonglen starts nagging you unmercifully.
>You say, "Um"
>Tonglen rests his hand on your arm with a soft smile.
You feel a warmth radiate from Tonglen's touch.
You have a brief sensation that leaves your wounds tingling.
>You chuckle.
>You say, "It was a nice moment"
>Tonglen grins at you.
>You bop yourself over the head.
>Tonglen says, "heh...nice comic relief"
>You say, "at least I'm good for something"
>You shrug.
>Tonglen raises an eyebrow in your direction.
>Tonglen makes a wry grunting noise.
>You grin.
>Tonglen says, "you...yer great for lots"
>Tonglen chuckles.
>You lean on Tonglen.
>Your skin scars feel better.
>Your skin wounds feel fully healed.
>Tonglen collapses, his body jerking around with pain as his skin is entirely destroyed before your eyes.
>Tonglen says, "hrm...never seen a burn wound before"
>Tonglen sits up.
>You say, "last time I was here I had my shield up"
>You mutter to yourself.
>Tonglen pats you on the back.
>You say, "couldn't tend it either"
>You shake your head.
>Tonglen says, "whoa...weird"
>Tonglen stands up.
>Tonglen gives you a smooch!
>You hug Tonglen who wraps his arms around you with a warm smile.
>Tonglen says, "heh...don't do that again"
>Tonglen chortles softly at some secret joke.
>You say, "I won't"
>Tonglen grins.
>You say, "been wondering what would happen if I did though.."
>You say, "now I know"
>Tonglen says, "heh...guess we don't call you a fire mage for nothing"
>You say, "threatened Kythera to do it all the time"
>Tonglen just nudged you.
>You laugh!
>Tonglen nods to you.
>Tonglen says, "heh...a safe experiment at least"
>You say, "yes, with you in calling distance"
>You give Tonglen a smooch. Mmmmmwa!
>Tonglen grins.
>Tonglen blushes a bright red color.
>Tonglen makes a sheepish grunting noise.
>Tonglen chuckles.
>You say, "would have been bad otherwise"
>You shudder.
>Tonglen says, "that was pretty nasty"
>You say, "I was a crispy critter"
>Tonglen shudders.
>You blanch.
>Tonglen says, "heh...thanks again for going thru the trouble for Urusai"
>You lean on Tonglen.
>Your body feels at full strength.
Your spirit feels full of life.
You have no significant injuries.
>You rest your hand on Tonglen's arm with a soft smile.
>You ask, "so how's the skin?"
>Tonglen chuckles.
>You ask, "are you crispy too?"
>You peer quizzically at Tonglen.
>Tonglen says, "nope...healed up"
>You let out a loud "Huzzah!" for Tonglen!
>Tonglen says, "was nasty, tho"
>Tonglen chuckles.
>You say, "that was fast"
>You've gained a new rank in maneuvering in heavy plate..
>Tonglen makes a matter-of-fact grunting noise.
>Tonglen says, "never seen one that bad before, tho"
>You raise an eyebrow in Tonglen's direction.
>You ask, "really?"
>You ask, "never seen a fried mage before?"
>You ponder.
>You say, "Hey, guess I'm the first"
>You preen!
>You lean on Tonglen.
>You sigh.
>You say, "well, I think I've caused enough trouble for one day"
>Tonglen chuckles at you!
>You say, "tell Urusai I'm sorry"
>You duck your head.
>You ask, "the Fire Witch eh?"
>You point at yourself.
>Tonglen says, "yer a marshmellow inside, tho"
>Tonglen just nudged you.
>You say, "Don't let that get around"
>You hum happily to yourself.
>(Tonglen gets down and funky with his bad self)

My trip was longer than I anticipated...

Sat, 19 Jun 2004 23:20:34 GMT

And so I returned to much quieter 'Haven as the war is rumored to be over. I have my reservations about that, how can Raenilar be allowed to keep Shard? I know all too well how much the city means to it's citizens, and how crushed some are at not being allowed to return or set up a home there.
Ah well, time will tell...in the meanwhile, I'm back to training, and training new skills that I hadn't previously had time for. Weighted myself down and let goblins of all creatures beat on me, that's never happened before, I almost never get hit, only by woodies and such, or swarming grendels at night.
Kythera and I have been talking amongst some friends, and we may be working on forming a group here soon to help out in Elanthia. Just a small close bunch of us at first, probably mostly to hunt and train together, with the main goal of being able to help out those in distress or worse. I myself am mostly involved with concept of the group, my strength may be necessary to drag or defend, but my navigation, well I still get lost in Pejek Bog so leader material I am not.
We also had a quick reunion with Shawntelle last night, got to sit around and talk about her babies, well, I hear they aren't babies anymore but nearly adults. It's amazing how quickly they grow up..Didn't get to meet them yet, guess they were out with their dad. Hope to soon though, and hope they don't give their parents too much trouble, well maybe just a little.
Well, off with me, about to go off hunting shaman goblins and dodging rams with Urusai, been way too long since we hunted together.

~As Always Suruli

It is currently spring and from here you can only see that it's nighttime.

Thu, 20 May 2004 09:59:14 GMT

Yvenn's Home]
Walls of rough-hewn oak and a dusty oak floor covered by a tasseled cotton rug enclose this tiny hovel. In one corner hangs a sailcloth hammock, and near the hammock sits a driftwood desk with a carved crowned heron and a tiny stuffed firebird on it. A small firepit waits near the far wall. The room holds a lingering scent of brandy. You also see an iron-barred window, a door and a black and tan patchwork suede armchair that is facing the firepit.
Obvious exits: none
[You are lying down]
[Shawntelle] "" "Hi Suruli! How are you?"
>think I'm indescribable
You are unable to concentrate sufficiently.
>think I'm indescribable Shawntelle
You are unable to concentrate sufficiently.
>stand
You climb off the hammock.
>think indescribable
You concentrate on projecting your thoughts.
[Shawntelle] "" "Glad to here it cutie"
>think Hey, how have you two been? Haven't seen ya since the wedding?
You concentrate on projecting your thoughts.
[Shawntelle] "" "We've been wonderful, thanks. Did you hear, the babies are here?"
>think Congratulations! What are their names?
You concentrate on projecting your thoughts.
>think I can't wait to meet them when I get back from my trip next week
You are unable to concentrate sufficiently.
>think I can't wait to meet them next week when I get back from my trip east
You concentrate on projecting your thoughts.
[Shawntelle] "" "I know they can't wait to meet you too. I wish I could gate over to you to speak in person."
[Shawntelle] "" "Can anyone get a locate on Mathion please? Died in the fens I think"
>think Shawntelle, I'll be around for another day, housesitting for Yvenn...we can talk in person while I pack
You concentrate on projecting your thoughts.
>think G'night 'Haven
You concentrate on projecting your thoughts.
[Shawntelle] "Night Suruli, sleep well"
>think Hey Shawntelle, if we don't meet up soon- don't forget my pigeon is an insomniac- she never sleeps
You concentrate on projecting your thoughts.
>think ooh! and give the kits a hug for Kythera and me

>The vela'tohr plant suddenly flings you southwest again!

Thu, 20 May 2004 03:56:42 GMT

In uncertain times such as these with most all of Elanthia under seige from all directions it seems...I had to seek out something comforting and familiar. Well, I guess I'm one of the few who would consider being shaken and nearly stirred by a large plant comforting.

The tendrils of the vela'tohr plant suddenly spring to life and streak toward you! They coil themselves around your body and lift you off the ground as you struggle to free yourself.

>Determinist Kythera just went southwest.

The tendrils of the vela'tohr plant spin you around as they hold you aloft in the air. You're starting to get a little dizzy!

>You hear Kythera yell, "I'll catch you"
>The vela'tohr plant suddenly flings you southwest!

[Temple Grounds, Courtyard]
The cobblestone path comes to a fork here, flanking a large bare tree to the east growing amidst a garden standing fallow in the winter cold. This garden has been well-tended by the temple groundskeepers, the carefully pruned bushes and composted flower beds waiting only for spring warmth to bring them back to vibrant life. You also see a whitewashed wicker bench resting beneath the large shade tree.
Also here: Determinist Kythera.
Obvious paths: northeast, southeast, west.

You crumple to the ground in a dazed heap!
>mutYou are still stunned.
>dancYou are still stunned.
>grYou are still stunned.
You shake your head vigorously and regain your senses, though you're still rather sore.
Kythera drags you northeast.
[Temple Grounds, Garden]
A veritable forest of color explodes before you as the cobbled path comes to an end amidst this lush garden, blooms of every flower imaginable skirting the path. The vegetation here is oddly vibrant year round, as if bolstered by some subtle vein of life energy itself. You also see Gardener Eaadrich, and a large vela'tohr plant.
Also here: Determinist Kythera and Novice Whyt.
Obvious paths: southwest.

>lo why You see Novice Whyt, an Elven Empath.
She has pointed ears and green eyes. Her golden brown hair is short and wavy, and is worn tousled. She has fair skin.

Wow. So familiar, Whyt told us she has no family left, they were all killed in the fighting to the South as Raenilar's Outcasts advanced towards Shard. It was only through luck and a bit of stealth that she was able to make it to Crossing along with many other refugees.

Sigh.
We left Crossing after only a short visit with Whyt and a promise to get to know each other better, and started south towards Tamsine's Rest for Illauron and Shawntelle's wedding. With all the fighting going on, we left early to be sure we could make it at all, and planned even to camp out for a few days in one of the beautiful gardens if need be.

>[Tamsine's Rest, Formal Garden]
Pale pink and yellow roses cling to the weathered brick wall which shelters the tiny rose garden at the rear of the abbey, their soft colors contrasting with the rust-colored bricks and the deep green moss which grows along the mortar lines. At the center of the garden, vivid crimson climbing roses twine about the white latticework of a charming gazebo.

It seems I've been spending more and more time to the south. The Baron's treaty with Talorc makes me feel very uneasy. I was actually looking forward to spending a little time exploring...maybe not ALL the way to Shard but the views along the Southern Trade Route have always intriqued me.

As it turns out, what we didn't realize was that the rehearsal was actually in Haven the night before the ceremony.
Of course we missed it, but after much running around and sending thoughts back and forth, we managed to make it to Shawn & Illi's house for a private meeting with the cleric.
While we were there, tragedy struck as the Ferdahl was taken forever from her people...

* A meteor streaks across the sky as Kukalakai's soul departs forever to walk the Starry Road.

>Your mind hears Kythera thinking, "What did the Raenilar do with my Ferdahl?"
[North Road, Canyon Rim]
To the north, the road wends its way between the tall piles of cinders and volcanic rock that comprise the valley floor. To the south, the way is barred by a huge crevice. Gazing into it, you see that part of the wall has collapsed, and you should be able to climb down the rockslide there. The wind blows from the north, bearing away much of the stench from the open pits below.
Also here: Medic Shawntelle.
Obvious paths: north.
You say, "Wait"
Shawntelle says, "Grab him as we pass him okay"
Determinist Kythera just arrived.
>Determinist Kythera climbed up a rockslide.
You sigh.
>You say, "I'm not sure what he's doing"

Kythera was understandably inconsolable with the execution of his Ferdahl, but we couldn't let our friends down and the wedding went on as planned. In fact, it was the most beautiful ceremony we had ever seen.

[Under a Canopy]
A silken canopy has been set up beside the rose-covered latticework deobar gazebo, the silken fabric sheltering guests from the elements. Wrought iron benches sit in neat rows on either side of a white-carpeted aisle, while at the front of the canopy, a tiny wooden altar stands surrounded by a profusion of crimson roses.
Also in the room: Shawntelle, Warrior Ssliesse, Battle Empath Leijten who is sitting, Illusionist Battlemaker who is sitting, Nala who is sitting, Mystic Mystigrave who is sitting, Holy Mage Zyly, Tracker Illauron, Emptor Torme who is sitting, Battle Empath Felynia who is sitting, Master Healer Lys who is sitting, Naul who is sitting, Sister Sweemems, Battle Empath Purrvora, and Determinist Kythera.
Obvious exits: out.
Zyly chants:

"As S'kra Priestess of Hav'roth and Elanthia I now pronounce you as man and wife!"

>Zyly lovingly says, "You may kiss your bride."
>Illauron brushes his lips against Shawntelle's in a loving kiss.

It was a shock to everyone that the wedding went off without hitch, though a few were unable to make it or were late because of the dangerous travel conditions. At one point we could even hear the rhythmic pounding of thousands of boots on the road outside the gate of Tamsine's Rest as Raenilar's Outcast troops marched northwards again. Until now, each attempt has been halted in Leth Deriel, hopefully the Outcasts will be weakened to the point of exhaustion soon.

I was able to sneak north heading homewards the day after the wedding, and decided to spend a couple days exploring Leth, mostly from the shadows. While there, I heard news that Velmix and Jomay had killed the goblin Grishnok, taking his heart from him to use in a ritual on Ambassador Zoranyl. Sigh... much like the ritual used to take favors from the Ferdahl.

I couldn't stay in Leth long, though I promised myself that I would return in more peaceful times to explore ever more, maybe even joining Whyt if she felt up to returning.

Kythera met up with me on the road to the ferry, and after a short visit in Crossing and a moongate home, we were in Haven. It's so good to be home, footsore and weary even, but home it is. Yvenn has mostly been away but invited us to stay at her place whenever we needed a place to crash- at least until my own home is ready, and for me do I ever need a place to hibernate at least for a few days.

~As Always, Suruli

"You're the Tart Item Getter"

Fri, 30 Apr 2004 06:35:26 GMT

>glance
You glance down to see a cherry tart in your right hand and a deep purple tart pouch appliqued with a tiny golden ram in your left hand.

You say sadly "So, I now have tartish items..."

You shake your head.

You say helplessly "But the Kord is missing."

>search
You search the area but find nothing of interest.

Kord Fidgit and the Scared Tart of Doom

Sat, 17 Apr 2004 21:15:09 GMT

Sigh. Because of the war my pen is getting much more attention than my sword....While they are fresh on my mind I thought I would share a couple of my favorite stories.
~As Always, Suruli

[Riverhaven, Northeast Guard Post]
Little more than a wooden plank a couple of feet wide......

Fidgit climbed up a narrow ladder.
Fidgit exclaims, "Hi!"
Fidgit says, "Haven't seen you guys around lately"
You ask, "How have you been?"
Fidgit says, "ahh much better, why do they have to strip you naked when they toss you in jail"
You ask, "You were in jail?"
Kythera says, "to get rid of fleas"
Fidgit angrily exclaims, "I do not have fleas!"
You observe Fidgit with fascination.
You say, "I don't see any"
Fidgit pulls some oversized purple knickers with berry-spattered pockets over his legs.
Fidgit puts on a pair of incandescent violet suspenders with dark puce polka-dots.
Fidgit puts a toy dragon knapsack crafted from multicolored patchwork velvet on his back.
Fidgit takes a seat on a wooden plank.
Fidgit pants.
Fidgit says, "I have too much stuff, takes forever to get dressed"
Fidgit chews on one of his blue bear's paws with a preoccupied expression.
Fidgit brushes the tangles and dust from the hair on his feet, leaving it neatly groomed.
Fidgit rummages through a purple velvet bag....
Fidgit sings:

"Bored, bored, bored, bored"

Fidgit gets a seaweed tart from inside his tart pouch.
Fidgit takes a bite of the tart.
Fidgit puts his seaweed tart in his purple knickers.
You say, "seaweed tart? that can't be good"
Fidgit gets a caramel pecan tart from inside his purple knickers.
Fidgit drools.
Fidgit says, "I've been wanting to eat this one. but I'm afraid too.."
Fidgit says, "I know, I'll just lick it...."
You ask, "Why?"
Fidgit says, "I don't know where to get more, and if I eat it all up and I like it I'll be wanting more and I won't be able to get more"
Fidgit says, "so I'll go insane trying to find them"
Fidgit says, "I'll be running all over the planet looking"
Fidgit says, "but I won't find any"
Fidgit says, "because there won't be any more"
Fidgit says, "then I'll just pull all my hair out"
Fidgit says, "then I'll be bald"
Fidgit says, "then I'll have to go find me a gnome"
Fidgit says, "and shave off their hair"
Fidgit says, "then put it on my head so I won't be bald"
Fidgit says, "because if you are bald you can't pick up any ladies like that"
Fidgit says, "and I don't want to die alone"
Kythera says, "hey"
Fidgit says, "and I want to have kids"
Kythera says, "I am bald"
Fidgit says, "and I can't have kids by myself"
Fidgit says, "my mom would never forgive me"
Fidgit says, "So you see by eating this tart right here I could set in motion the wheels that will completely destroy this world"
Kythera says, "I see"
Fidgit says, "you elothians may think you have the market on logic cornered but we Olvi know a thing or two"
Kythera ponders.
Kythera says, "so a lack of tarts will bring the end of Elanthia"
Kythera says, "I would think it would be the world dragon"
Fidgit says, "possibly"
Fidgit gets a caramel pecan tart from inside his purple knickers.
Kythera says, "but then again the world dragon may want to eat those"
Fidgit says, "say this one little tart is the key to keeping this world safe"
Kythera says, "and because you ate the only one"
Kythera says, "he will eat us all"
Fidgit nods.
Fidgit says, "so either way I can't eat this tart because it would ensure our destruction"
Fidgit ponders
Fidgit says, "You could say that by not eating this tart then I am the savior of the world..."
Fidgit leans forward and rests his chin in his hand, a thoughtful expression on his face.
Kythera stands up.
Kythera exclaims, "All hail savior Fidgit, the holder of the sacred tart!"
Kythera says, "I will be back"
Determinist Kythera climbed down a narrow ladder.
Fidgit exclaims, "Now we are talking!"
Fidgit says, "I think I could get to like this"
You ask, "what's that?"
Determinist Kythera's group climbed up a narrow ladder.
Fidgit says, "Being savior of the world"
Shawntelle says, "Hellow"
Shawntelle takes a seat on a wooden plank.
Fidgit puts his pecan tart in his purple knickers.
Kythera takes a seat on a wooden plank.
Kythera points at Shawntelle.
Kythera says, "look who I found"
Shawntelle waves.
Kythera says, "Shawntelle this is Fidgit, savior of Elanthia, holder of the Sacred Tart"
Fidgit asks Shawntelle, "Did you know that by logical deduction Kythera and I have figured out that I have just saved everyone from being killed?"
Fidgit gets a caramel pecan tart from inside his purple knickers.
Shawntelle asks, "Really?"
Shawntelle asks, "How so?"
Shawntelle says, "Nice knickers"
Fidgit says, "This tart here, is the key to it all, and as long as I protect it and don't eat it, The world will be alright"
Fidgit shows his tart to Shawntelle.
Shawntelle says, "So, if you don't eat that tart"
You ask Fidgit, "what's so special about the tart?"
Shawntelle says, "The world is safe"
Fidgit nods to Shawntelle.
Kythera says, "right the world dragon won't eat us"
Shawntelle asks, "Can I see that tart?"
Shawntelle says, "I've never seen such an important tart before"
Fidgit says, "well by eating it, I would start a horrible chain of events that would eventually lead to the world dragon awakening and eating us all"
You gasp!
You get a cuddly black velvet dragon with iridescent silver scales from inside your thigh bag.
You show Fidgit your velvet dragon.
Kythera says, "much like that one"
Kythera stretches his arms.
Kythera says, "but much bigger"
Fidgit says, "So I need a title for my new found postion.."
Shawntelle says, "Kord"
Shawntelle says, "Kord Fidget"
Shawntelle says, "There you go"
Shawntelle says, "Nice new title"
Fidgit says, "Ok, Hence forth this Olvi shall be known as Kord Fidgit, Protector of the lands and keeper of the sacred tart of ......"
You leap to your feet!
You say, "you have to name the tart too"
Shawntelle says, "Doom"
Shawntelle says, "The sacred tart of doom"
Fidgit exclaims, "Doom!"
You say, "the Tart Of Doom"
Shawntelle shakes her head at you.
Shawntelle says, "Sacred"
Shawntelle says, "Sacred tart of doom"
Kythera says, "all worship the tart of doom and Kord Fidgit"
Fidgit says, "Ok, now all I need is a bard to follow me around and sing tales of my glory"
Shawntelle looks thoughtfully at Kythera.
Shawntelle says, "I'm thinking not"
Shawntelle says, "I just don't see throngs of people kneeling to a tart"
Shawntelle says, "Could just be me"
Fidgit says, "You shall not talk to my prophet in such a disrespectfull tone"
Shawntelle peers quizzically at Fidgit.
You say, "people have worshipped more absurd things"
Shawntelle says, "Well that is true"
Shawntelle says, "However"
Fidgit says, "I'm making Kythera my prophet, since he helped me realize my true destiny"
Kythera points at himself.
Kythera asks, "really?"
Fidgit nods to Kythera.
Shawntelle says, "I still doubt you'd get many on their knees to a tart"
You say, "depends on the tart"
You look at Shawntelle and shrug.
Shawntelle says, "Oh, well sure"
Kythera says, "I will have to ask my mirror first"
Shawntelle says, "It never calls any more"
You pat Shawntelle on the back.
Shawntelle sighs.
Shawntelle says, "I feel so cheap"
Fidgit says, "Ok, now I have a title, a tart of doom, a prophet... what else do I need"
Shawntelle says, "so used"
Shawntelle looks thoughtfully at Fidgit.
You say, "tart, title, hmm...."
Shawntelle says, "You need a badge"
Kythera exclaims to Fidgit, "A holiday!"
Shawntelle says, "And some new clothes"
You say, "yeah, both"
Shawntelle says, "You should be all tarted up"
Fidgit says, "I knew I made you prophet for a reason"
You ask, "what shall we name the holiday?"
Shawntelle says, "Yes, reason is good."
Shawntelle says, "Perhaps we can find you some"
Fidgit says, "a holiday"
Fidgit ponders.
You wave your velvet dragon around.
Kythera ponders.
Shawntelle sighs.
Kythera says, "a holiday"
Fidgit says, "ok, a holiday...."
Shawntelle says, "Yes"
Shawntelle asks, "What shall we call it?"
Shawntelle asks, "The day of Tart Doom?"
Shawntelle asks, "The Doomed Tart Day?"
You ask, "Kord's Tart day?"
Fidgit says, "It should reflect my discovery of how I learned my true destiny and saved the world from the tart"
Shawntelle asks, "The day the Tart didn't get eaten?"
Fidgit says, "Tartster"
You ask, "the Day the Tart Got Away?"
Fidgit says, "the day the tart didn't get eaten.... has a certain ring to it"
Fidgit exclaims, "I like it!"
You say, "kinda long though..."
Shawntelle shrugs.
Fidgit says, "But people will remember it"
Shawntelle asks, "Remember what?"
Fidgit says, "the name for the holiday"
Shawntelle asks, "What was it?"
Shawntelle says, "I forgot"
Fidgit says, "The day the tart didn't get eaten"
Shawntelle exclaims, "Oh yes!"
Shawntelle says, "I remember that now"
Shawntelle says, "I thought it up"
Shawntelle says, "I thought up your title too"
You say, "I like the 'Day the Tart Got Away' better"
You pout.
Shawntelle says, "I think I should be named something offical"
Fidgit nods at Shawntelle.
Shawntelle asks, "Official Namer?"
Fidgit exclaims, "you are now the Kord's personal physician and holiday namer!"
Shawntelle gazes at you.
Shawntelle says, "You're the only one without a title"
Shawntelle says, "Oh dear"
Fidgit says, "Now as for you Suruli...."
Shawntelle asks, "Official Drinker?"
Shawntelle says, "Food tester"
Fidgit exclaims, "Tart quality controller!"
You beam at Fidgit!
You ask, "Then I get to eat the tart?"
Fdgit exclaims, "No! the tart must never be eaten!"
You say, "But I'm hungry"
You grumble.
Fidgit gets a seaweed tart from inside his purple knickers.
Shawntelle exclaims, "That's it!"
Fidgit says, "eat this one"
Fidgit offers you a seaweed tart.
You drool.
You exclaim, "Seaweed!"
Shawntelle says, "That's your title"
You ask, "Seaweed's my title?"
Shawntelle says, "Tart"
Shawntelle says, "Tart Suruli"
You cough.
You say, "Hey..."
Shawntelle asks, "What?"
You ask, "How'd I get that title?"
Shawntelle says, "I gave it to you"
Shawntelle says, "And I am the official namer"
Shawntelle asks, "So you don't like Tart Suruli?"
You show a seaweed tart your Chadatru's Justice.
You nod to a mug of Chadatru's Justice.
You lick the tart and discover that it's slimy.
You cough.
You blanch.
You say, "it's slimy"
You shake your seaweed tart.
Shawntelle rolls her eyes.
Shawntelle says, "It is seaweed"
Fidgit exclaims, "Now we need a bard or two who will sing my tale across the land so my fame will spread and I get tons of free stuff!"
You ponder.
You say, "wait.."
Shawntelle asks, "Who should wait?"
You lean on Shawntelle.
You say, "go ahead"
You say, "was talking to myself"
Shawntelle exclaims, "Ah!"
Shawntelle exclaims, "I have it!"
Shawntelle says, "Wait Suruli"
Fidgit says, "I thought it was Tart Item getterer"
Shawntelle says, "Both"
You ask, "Tart Getter?"
Shawntelle says, "That too"
Fidgit says, "getterer"
Shawntelle says, "Tart ITEM Getter"
Shawntelle rolls her eyes.
Shawntelle asks, "Shall I write this all down?"
You jot down some notes.
You say, "here"
(Suruli hands Shawntelle her notes)
Shawntelle sighs heavily.
Shawntelle says, "You mispelled Tart, here"
(Shawntelle points at the notes)
Shawntelle says, "and here"
(Shawntelle points at the notes)
Okay, you thrash yourself soundly.
You say, "I can see why you haven't eaten that tart Fidgit, if they're all that slimy"
You blanch.
Fidgit asks, "Ok, so now that I saved the world, started my own pseudo-religious group what else is there for me to do?"
Kythera says, "collect money"
Shawntelle nods to Kythera.
Shawntelle says, "Yep"
You say, "and free stuff"
Shawntelle says, "That always comes next"
Shawntelle says, "Yes and we need badges"
Shawntelle says, "Or jewelry"
Fidgit exclaims, "I think I can get to like this!"
Shawntelle says, "Jewelry"
Shawntelle says, "We need tart jewelry"
You ask, "tart jewelry?"
Shawntelle nods to you.
Shawntelle says, "To symbolize The Tart"
Shawntelle rolls her eyes.
Shawntelle says, "Keep up"
Fidgit says, "Or tart items"
Fidgit taps a black tart pouch with silver drawstrings that he is wearing.
Fidgit taps a purple velvet bag crafted to resemble a grape jam tart that he is wearing.
You rub your head.
You look yourself over.
Shawntelle peers quizzically at you.
Shawntelle says, "You must obtain for us tart items"
You ask, "me?"
Shawntelle says, "That is your official task"
Shawntelle says, "You're the Tart Item Getter"
You ask, "and If I fail?"
Shawntelle says, "You must not fail"
You ask, "...But if I do?"
Shawntelle exclaims, "Now!"
You edge away from Shawntelle.
Shawntelle exclaims, "Go forth and retreive for us tart items!"
Shawntelle points south.
Shawntelle says, "Order her sir"
Fidgit says, "If you fail then you will be forced to finish that seaweed tart"
Shawntelle exclaims, "Now, go forth and return with tart items!"
Kythera says, "I am confused"
Shawntelle looks thoughtfully at Kythera.
Shawntelle asks, "How is that new?"
You ask, "how is what new?"
Shawntelle says, "And so, the psuedo-religous order breaks down"
Kythera says, "I have a badge"
Shawntelle pokes Fidgit in the ribs.
Shawntelle says, "Try it"
Shawntelle says, "He's all squishy"
You give Fidgit a gentle poke in the ribs.
Shawntelle says, "Like a big tart"
You drool.
You ask, "no seaweed right?"
You narrow your eyes.
Fidgit exclaims, "hey, don't poke the Kord!"
Fidgit exclaims, "Don't make me eat that tart!"
Shawntelle gasps!
You say, "I dare ya"
You grin at Fidgit.
You say, "Eat it"
Fidgit meekly says, "I can't, then I wouldn't have any more worshippers...."
You ask, "no more worshippers?"
Fidgit says, "if I eat the tart"
You say, "the squirrel will worship"
You say, "especially if you leave crumbs"
The white squirrel looks at your finger as if it were an offering of food.
The white squirrel squeaks, "I will still worship you O' Mighty Kord Fidgit of the Tart"
Shawntelle says, "What we need is a Tart War"
Fidgit says, "I know, I maybe the savior of the world but I'm still only Olvi..."