Tavern Rumors of Peltarch
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The city is abuzz with rumours that a prostitute was found beaten to death in the docks… apparentely there were no clues as to who did it though.
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B is certainly heard to snicker at the song.
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A few people are heard humming the same song in the streets of the city of late. Its simple, catchy and cheerful melody has apparently spread fast throughout those who frequent the commons.
He pumps his chest and he barks loud
Yelling without putting much thought
He tries to look down on the crowd
But he's too short thus he sees naughtThe song itself, believed to be called "The pug who wants to be a stag", narrates the pathetic story of an ugly puppy desiring to appear majestic.
He sticks antlers upon his head
Believing others would be fools
And stares long at the riverbed
Viewing the stag who he deems rulesStrangely enough, very few people seem to know the whole song, yet regularly a new stanza is heard with increasing emphasis on the pug being stuck-up and pretentious, and whose attempts at leadership direct others to the worst situations.
"I am your boss" the pug-fool says
And it seemed like a good idea
"Let's all rush straight onto our preys"
Until strangely they had to fleeSome children of the city also seem to find delight in a few silly verses about bad choices and pointless bickering.
"I'll work for you" the pug agreed
And cleaned the stables he had to
But at the time of getting paid
He proudly ran stealing the poohWhether or not these lyrics were originally written by one single person, adding one's personal stanza to the song is now heard on occasion. Those who are humming it, claim to base their own on people they know and were somehow reminded by the verses. After all, who has never met a single person like that ?
The ones he has led in the past
About him would rather not chat
They've been hammered so strong and fast
They thought they'd name him after thatOOC : DM-approved for NPC reaction
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The town has recently noticed a new half-orc who calls himself Grunk. He was often seen playing with the sundial in the commons and others can tell he is oddly drawn to it. He wanders around Peltarch in a cloak and light armor seemingly pieced together from different sets with a greatsword strapped inventively across his back. Following his arrival came another half-orc often clad in heavy armor. However, recently the two have seemed to disappear. This happened shortly after they were seen arguing in orcish with a halfling and a third halfer.
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_Rumor is spread by Senator Ronan Redralen, that a group of individuals wearing black and red armor, claiming to be "demon hunters," should be approached cautiously. It is said that citizens should avoid or ignore these individuals and continue on their way. Adventurers are encouraged to use methods such as true seeing or a paladin's senses for such individuals.
Further questions should be directed toward senator Ronan, Aelthas of the Defenders, or guardswoman Yana._
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Word slowly starts to spread that the peacefulness of yesterday afternoon was shattered by a shouting match turned fist fight just outside the west gate. While some say the hostilities started near the bazaar, the two men walked calmly outside city limits where the prodding continued and the fist throwing began. While no one seems to know what the confrontation was about, the victor was clear as the tiny one strolled back into town, and the halfer scampered away spitting curses and clutching at his awkwardly bent arm.
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Rumors of a surface trip by two Oscuran Nobles to the "Jewel" Spread throughout the various social circles of Peltarch. It is said that the young couple entered the bath house for quite some time before enjoying a meal together at the Dancing Mermaid Inn
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@5cefa00530=Grak01:
A half-orc carrying insignia of Iron Chain Clan can be seen entering Peltarch jail. Emerging shortly after heading toward gates and Iron Chain Clan home cave beyond
Sharp eyed people may notice that another messenger has arrived to Peltarch jail and after short stay, he departs beoynd Peltarch city walls toward IIC cave
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Oscuran Noble, and Priest of Siamorphe Ferdinand Locke has spent much time in the Residential District of Peltarch the last few days, most time is spent mingling with the various Noble families, small talk and sometimes brief mention of Siamorphe, but most are informal and friendly conversations.
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An half-Orc with the Iron Chain Clan insignias on his armor, can be seen leaving Peltarch prison, after being held there for a fair ammount of days. This half-orc names gos about by Arak´Hur, the current leader of the Iron Chain Clan. He seems pleased to leave prison
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@4a7a981d2b=Kayleb:
A loud commotion was heard at the west gate as two guards were brutally slain by orcish magic. As the defenders rushed to their post, Sergeant Marie Scuttlestone and Senator Martoushca Leaffal rushed out and gave chase to the orcish mage who had launched the attack. Anyone watching from the tower or hearing the rumor would know that Senator Leaffall was pinned down by archer fire as Marie sprinted after the mage into an ambush. After the melee Senator Leaffall was seen marching sadly through town with a defender escort, Marie’s limp body draped over her shoulder.
…This was followed by a concerted Orcish attack on the west gate. The Orcs first tried ladders, but were unsuccessful and driven back. Later, they came back with a covered battering ram, and forced the gates open.
Several citizens helped defend the gates with the defenders. Several of the defenders fell, and Sergeant Yana of the guard was briefly put in charge of the citizens and a contingent of defenders. Again the Orcs were driven back, decimated in great numbers by archers on the wall and footmen defending the gate.
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A loud commotion was heard at the west gate as two guards were brutally slain by orcish magic. As the defenders rushed to their post, Sergeant Marie Scuttlestone and Senator Martoushca Leaffal rushed out and gave chase to the orcish mage who had launched the attack. Anyone watching from the tower or hearing the rumor would know that Senator Leaffall was pinned down by archer fire as Marie sprinted after the mage into an ambush. After the melee Senator Leaffall was seen marching sadly through town with a defender escort, Marie’s limp body draped over her shoulder.
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Two adventurers were seen coming back form the orc lands claiming the head of Elfslayer, slung onto the pack of the human. They both seemed very proud of themselves
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Tibido Tyrnannia lingers in taverns of various levels of shadiness (from light gray to darker gray, to be inexact). His conversations always seem to somehow drift towards vampires and cults residing in the sewers. He mentions them here or there, almost as if a slip of the tongue. "Oops, I shouldn't have mentioned that - Might scare the locals," he'll say, for instance.
And then he'll listen to anyone's responses, or assess their reactions visually.
((Any responses welcome in PM form or here if that's not against the rules. Tibido's trying to gather information about the vampires and cultists in the sewers for a friend.))
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When off duty, Yana can be seen wearing the colors of the Divine Shield
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A half-orc carrying insignia of Iron Chain Clan can be seen entering Peltarch jail. Emerging shortly after heading toward gates and Iron Chain Clan home cave beyond
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"Vanderkaus listens to the small talk and remembers a certain day in the woods. Looking confused, drinks some ale and mind his own business"
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Victor Duhrumm is seen perhaps the first time in the tavern. He smells of sewage and death and has an unhappy expression on his face of loss.
//sorry, was just trying to make it more colorful
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Ferdinand Locke passes word that he seeks a crafter who can make a Steel Helm of Great quality
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Word spreads that Hammerhand is looking to buy a high-quality suit of fullplate armor.
