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nospeed1981

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Jun 28 09 9:18 PM

Vampire

The dart game is going well, and Effie can see who the "masters" are of the group - the two gruffest looking halflings of the small band playing. Gruff in appearance only, and very cordial in manner, as they repeatedly offer Effie drinks and the chance to join, if she is so inclined. "Good fun, miss? Up for it? Figured the rules yet?"

Joshua heads out, but lingers outside to catch Ze'karra in private. Before the barbarian can get out of the courtyard, the metalsmith is walking beside him, his pipe clenched tightly in the corner of his mouth, a small puff of smoke bursting from his mouth every few steps. "How did you come to be with three ladies, are they yours to have as you fancy with? I guess not from the way they speak, but I must know for sure."

Ze'karra can see the sly smile on Joshua's face as he stops, and pulls the pipe from his mouth. "No concern of mine, I know. What do you know of your companions then, if I might ask--"

"Leave him be Joshua. His journey has been long already today, and his return proves to be longer." The robed individual speaks from an overhang's shadow. Joshua nodding quickly, but winking at Zek and mouthing we'll talk soon.

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Effie the Fool

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Jun 29 09 4:35 AM

"Heh, I'm foolish enough to try almost anything at least once!" Effie accepted the offer and a mug of the local drink. She intended to drink mildly during the game(s), taking it slowly with no more than two refills.

If Effie is having trouble with the halfling darts (a.k.a. -2 penalty for using small weapons), then at the end of her first game she'll pull out four of her throwing knives and while juggling two of them in each hand ask: "My hands are too big and clumsy for your nifty little darts. Would you mind if I use these?" She'll let the halflings inspect the knives if they are so inclined.

As the game(s) progress she'll see if she can make it more interresting by adding or changing some rules. If they decline or she doesn't 'earn' the right to, she won't push it (sample rules include: Switching hands {Right, Left, Right; then the opposite}, Two hands at the same time, then maybe a 'horse' like game dependent on balance, where she'll start off standing on one foot and wind up with crazier stuff like staning on the legs of an upside down stool or chair).

When it's not her turn she'll make her inquires (about merchants and anyone who might know more about Slyswift) with others who are waiting as well.

OOC:
Ranged AB: +4 or +2/+2 w/two weapons

Balance +9, Sleight of Hand +10, Perform - Comedy +7
Bluff (if necessary) +7, Diplomacy +4, Gather Information +3, Intimidate (if necessary) +6

Last Edited By: Effie the Fool Jun 29 09 7:00 AM. Edited 3 times.

sparky 90

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Jun 29 09 6:42 AM

Vampire

Aecethyen stood and watched Effie playing the throwing game at the same time she watched the room and listened to what was going on around her.

OOC:

Spot +5, Listen +5

Zekarra

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Jun 29 09 8:01 AM

In response to Joshua's question about th girls, he simply says, "No woman belongs to a man; though, some women enjoy a man's company more than others. The women are with me in friendship good sir, no more. I would be careful though," He says the last part with a smile. Then turning to the robed figure, inquires, "How would you know where my journey takes me, good sir?," sounding more inquisitive than a child learning a game. He either waits for the robed man to get closer or he walks over to him.

All hail the teacher, for thou art a student of LIFE.

nospeed1981

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Jul 1 09 8:10 PM

Vampire

The robed figure looks up at Ze'karra, tipping the hood back to reveal a mishapen, if not burned, face. "I inquired with the caravan, they speak highly of you and your companions, a sign that good hands hold us tonight." As the robe speaks, Joshua nods to him and excuses himself quietly from the conversation.

"Do not mind the young Joshua, he has not seen many large women in his years here. Although our women could please him, he grows restless for intimacy. Enough with that, I am Erel Jonz, and you are..." the halfling says as he checks the barbarian. "Ze'karra, the brute, the battler, some of the halfling's have even decided to just call you 'big sword'," he smiles, or tries to show a toothy grin through the wavy disfiguration that plagues his face. What little brown hair he has, he keeps short. His eyes are a marvelous green surrounded by white, rested and controlled by the orbs gazing at Ze'karra.

After a not so spectacular first round, a disappointing 21 to 7 score based on distance from the "marks" set by the first thrower - the halfling dart throwers allow Effie to use her knives, with little contesting - as that is not their way, the revelry, the games of skill seem to be more their style. Some of the lesser members of the band, and apparently more inept players, take fancy in Effie's knife tricks and the weapons themselves.

"Plan to stay awhile then, from the sounds of it." One of the masters, who has introduced himself as Gerat Heralkin, states quietly to the rogue as they watch others play. "We saw you met Joshua, so you know of his work. General sort of trade goods, speak to Hylsa or Penny. Potions and scrolls, you'll want to see the post's master. If you desire small items, we can procur those for you, for simply being such a good sport at our game."

Aecethyen watches most of the tavern's business wander out to their homes or to the wagons - several making acknowledging glances and waves at the newcomers. Yet, at the mention of Slyswift, Aecethyen witnesses a couple of hardened and aged halflings drinking near to the dart game take interest. Gerat nods as he winks at the rogue, "that name is legend of the sea-goers and coastal clans, but he passed below the waves, long ago. Only stories remain, and the occasional treasure-" Gerat leans in closer to Effie and quietly puts a hand on her thigh, "he's rumored to have stashed his hoard along the coast and even up the Kitetail River."

The nearby old halflings mutter to each other, and get up from their table, making sure that Gerat and Effie notice them.

Effie the Fool

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Jul 2 09 6:32 AM

"Who would I go see about selling some nick nacks that we found? Like an ornate dagger and some small statues." Effie asks noticing the older halflings.

Once she gets her answer she'll excuse herself, promising to return later, and intercept the older halflings, "Excuse me, I couldn't help but notice you fellows taking note of my asking about Slyswift. I'd very much like to hear any information or stories you might have about him. I've only heard the one regarding his rather gruesome theft of his lover's heart."

Last Edited By: Effie the Fool Jul 2 09 8:58 AM. Edited 1 times.

sparky 90

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Jul 2 09 7:30 AM

Vampire

Aecethyen continued to watch what was going on around her and observed the responses to Effie's questions. Once she was able to get hold of the rogue for a quiet word she spoke in a low voice. "Do you think that you will get a good price for the items from the cave here? It is bigger than Birchbark but not that large and some of the items seem quite valuable."

OOC:

Spot +5, Listen +5, Sense Motive +3

Effie the Fool

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Jul 2 09 9:00 AM

"There's no harm in asking, and if the price is fair why wait?" Effie replied to Aecethyen.

sparky 90

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Jul 2 09 10:41 AM

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Aecethyen shrugged. "If that is what you feel. I am sure you have much more knowledge in this area that I."

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nospeed1981

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Jul 4 09 8:33 PM

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The dart playing halflings give Effie an interested look, "we could take such things off your hands, but perhaps not at the price you seek. If you want an assessment of their values, speak to Joshua or the post's master... even for a pretty thing like yourself, I might be tempted to swindle ya." The rogue can tell that the liquors have loosened Gerat's tongue, more than he realizes and his companions notice even less. However, Aecethyen and Effie can sense that there is some truth to what Gerat says, and note the change in the demeanor of the group as their minds appear to switch gears in mid-game.

With the response, Effie moves to catch the two older halflings that left after Slyswift's mention. Just outside the tavern, they acknowledge her for a moment before continuing to walk, "why you fancy know'n bout him?" Stopping a few feet later, the two stand with their backs to Effie, awaiting a reply as they mutter to one another. They are dressed similarly in light leather armors patched and restitched to meet their changing bodies. The arms adjusted around the shoulders to allow for added ease of motion, and extra thickness is prevalent in several rogue sweet spots on the torso. One turns to Effie, she can see the scar along his left cheek that accents his left eye scrunched closed by a swollen brow. "Well, what ye know'n of Slyswift, miss?"

Ze'karra can see Effie and the two older halflings as he waits with Erel, who seems to have taken some interest in her conversation too.

Zekarra

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Jul 6 09 7:48 AM

Hearing Erel's try at his name and title, Ze'karra adds, "My name is Ze'karra and I hail from the Washu Grasslands to the Southwest. As for my title, it was Ze'karra of the Rakshasa Tribe. Now it is Ze'karra Chiphorn. My tribe was killed by a band of orcs led by a minotaur not long ago. I was able to track him towards Birchbark. But that last storm we had has erased his trail and the only knowledge I have is that he headed towards some rocky foothills to the east. Not much to go on if you ask me, but still I persist, more to find out if any of my tribe remain alive and as captives." He slowly pulls the cut horn from his pouch and shows it Erel, "This is all I found at my camp besides dead bodies. It was embedded in my father's chest and the cut is clean. I wish to learn more about this beast and hope to find him and repay his acts in kind." Ze'karra starts to get heated and takes a moment to cool down and collect his thoughts.

All hail the teacher, for thou art a student of LIFE.

Effie the Fool

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Jul 6 09 8:43 AM

"Well, you know what they say," Effie replied to Gerat, "a fool and her virtue are soon part..." Effie smiled at Gerat then scrunched her face up in thought, "No, that's not it... too late for that anyway. Besides I'm not looking to build a fence." Effie hoped that Gerat wasn't too far into the booze to miss the double meaning, "See you guys later."

Outside, Effie looked at the scarred halfling and cocked her head to the side like a confused puppy at him, but with a smile that she hoped would obviously give away that she knew more. "Oh, I know a bit more than most folk, but not as much as a true delver of his past. You know the typical stuff, that he was an elf named was Galangren Dairreen. He was a pirate, then tried turning to an honest life working for Gulswen. The story of him literally stealing a girl's heart and being cursed by her mother..." Effie paused for dramatic effect, her smile growing wider, "...only I got hard proof that, that last bit is true and was wondering if I could get some help puzzling it out."

sparky 90

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Jul 6 09 1:07 PM

Vampire

Seeing her other companions leaving, Aecethyen followed them outside and was just in time to catch Effie's final words. She rolled her eyes but said nothing, content to watch and listen.

nospeed1981

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Jul 7 09 7:59 PM

Vampire

A large smile crosses Erel's face, "you possess a piece of the minotaur and that is more than enough to find him." The disfigured halfing walks around Ze'karra, staring at the horn. "Most definitely, with the right incantations and mix of words, I could find the owner of that horn for you, or at least a good semblance of where he might be. How does that sound?"

The scarred halfling looks at Effie, and moves quickly back to her side as she speaks. Pointing a finger up at the rogue and speaking softly, "you'll be wise to keep what you know quiet." He looks around before continuing, "meet us at sunrise, behind the tavern." He starts to turn, but gazes up at Effie and then hurries off with his companion.

Erebhwesta doesn't waste time in following Aecethyen out, bumping into her as the cleric slows to watch Effie. "Excuse me," the elven wizardess slowly states, taking in the scene. The entire party is visible to one another in the courtyard, spread out to their individual conversations.

Effie the Fool

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Jul 8 09 5:56 AM

As the elderly halflings headed off, Effie turned and approached Aecethyen & Ereb. "Got a meeting with those gents at dawn to learn more about the dear captain Slyswift," she said softly, "I'd appreciate the company if you're willing. Though I doubt it will be a problem, I might go a bit early to make sure it's not a set up."

Then switching gears a bit Effie added, "While talking with them, I think I might've connected a couple of pieces on another puzzle. I suspect that Lein was one of those that abandoned Amn in the cave. It might be best not to bring it up with her until after you check her with that spell you mentioned."

sparky 90

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Jul 10 09 11:01 AM

Vampire

Aecethyen nodded to Effie. "Yes, I am happy to help in the morning and I will try to cast my spell as soon as I can but I would rather do it inconspicuously if I can. In truth I am not sure how much information I would be willing to give to Amn whatever my spell turns up. She does not seem very open." With that she moved towards where Zek and the robed figure were talking.

Effie the Fool

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Jul 10 09 11:27 AM

Shrugging in response to Aecethyen Effie walked with her towards Zek and added, "Won't learn more about it without giving her something; But I understand your concern."

Zekarra

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Jul 12 09 6:15 PM

Hearing the Mention of a possility in finding this Minotaur, it takes almost all of Ze'karra's inner strength to keep from Pouncing on the man and making him perform the magic ritual now, "What... You mean it might be possible to find my tribes murderer? And put them at peace once again?" After hearing what else Erel has to say, he agrees to see him in the morning. Barely able to confine his Elated and Fearful emotions of finding this minotaur he turns to his comrades and says, "I do hope our paths continue to follow the same trail. It would be sorrowful to part ways this early in our time together. Ladies I bid you good night and will meet you in the morning for our information gathering."

OoC: Listen to all the information given by Erel and for other noise of intrusion, Spot possible spys/scouts

All hail the teacher, for thou art a student of LIFE.

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