Tavern Rumors of Peltarch
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_Although the city has been quiet of late for the most part, the general mood around the districts seems to have picked up. Many of the current troubles, including the ever present threat of Highhold and that of the Hoarrans in the Pass have been forgotten or at least set aside as the people seem happy with the return of the well liked General Neverith and the city seems in good spirits as the Tournament grounds finally get use and jousting seems to be become a commonplace sight now in the city.
The Borodin family seems to have gained a bit of a popularity with Magistrate Vlana Borodin being the first supporter of the games in the city, as well as a few more notable citizens such as the elven woman Ama'bael and the man who holds a striking resemblance to the city's own Senator, Rath Ashald. Both being talked about by many of the city's population for the tournaments they arrange with the help of their sponsors.
A few doomsayers still cry out in the streets about the coming and/or current threats faced by the city, but that seems to not be enough to dampen the spirits of the common folk._
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William de Montez sits near by, swooning at Elidurs every bardly word. If anyone so much as breathes too loudly he immediately shushes them.
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Sitting in the Mermaid a familiar but these days uncommon sight relaxes in the common room, and although sat in a deeply reclined way with his feet set up upon a small stool designed for this purpose, he yet manages to speak clearly with no issue of tone, or range. It is here while drinking sweet wine, after eating his usual quail dinner - he tells the tale of the 'Green Dragon'.
"_…but their destination had been predetermined, as if the stars or most tricky of Gods had bound them to this fate since the day their mams had cradled their dear little baby heads for the first time unto the bosom. But these few were chosen and that much at that time was certain. There were only few Elves among them. Some Men, a Dwarf in the thickest armour, painted here and there in pink, and one Hinnish girl with a crossbow as large as she!
They all walked through the thick forest; the way was dense with the litter of such places, trees and shrubs, and beasts. None of them did ever suspect that there would be a dragon in this forest~! The great beast circled high above them - flaunting its great mass as the small group gazed upward, dumbstruck by what they were witnessing. Fearing too the inevitable meeting with the dragon.
And when it landed the broodmother spoke; "This is 'my' forest, and it is home to my children and I! I shall eat you all, and burn down your cities and eat your children - now that I have seen there are Elves, and Men, and Hinfolk, and Dwaves in this country!" and she hissed a dark and Oscuran-esque laugh. All scattered to the treeline, all were fearful of the dragon's gaze. Except for one, who challenged the dragon's words. And he said to it; "You will not slay us! You will not burn our cities or our children, and should you eat me then I shall choke thee from within!" and the green dragon was forced into a TERRIBLE rage, the ground shook as she stomped the earth, thick forest trees bent and cracked as the wind from her beating wings tore through the world around her. But the one stood unmoved; he said to her ; "You will leave now, or we will take your head and the heads of your children, and we will take your treasure and your land! For you are evil and unwelcome in this pure and clean forest!" The fearful dragon did cower before him, and the rest of the group were spirited by his words, and they all came to his side - the dragon's confidence fell so rapidly then that she stood as though a mere gecko before a desert falcon.
"Very well! I am beaten!" She cried, the words were an injury upon her… but as she flew away she called back a sinister threat to return in ten years; to burn our cities and to eat our children."_
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A party returning from the swamps can be heard discussing the discovery of a yuan-ti lair underground, though getting back to it will require great magics.
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Recently Dondiah was seen going in to Vanity Plates and some time later coming out with a silvery white bundle tucked under her arm. It was overheard that she recommended to Violetta to order different shades and bolts of silver and white fabric for an upcoming event.
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Recondite rumours resultant from return of senator saving squad reference a Ronan Redralen Rod or curious crystalline celestial cinders.
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Labur, though not seen by many in some time, can be seen occasionally in the dock distract waiting for a boat. His recent behavior has proven odd including shying away when asked what he has been up to.
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Five intrepid adventurers braved the Kuo Toa caves… Mogadishu, Rolly, Trevor, Romulus and Lence, and only four came out alive. Having cleared the upper level, the five adventurers found a mine shaft, and feeling courageous, ventured down it.
What they found was a legion of Kuo Toa... each stronger than the last, each more determined than their brethen to impede the progress of the five stalwart souls. Battling through each cave, they came closer and closer to... something. It was almost within reach when one of their number was felled by a most base attack from the Kuo Toa.
Rolly, brave Rolly! He lay dead on the cold stone, whilst his four companions despaired. How the remaining four anguished on what to do... push forward or go back? Marshalling their courage, they pushed forward, fighting their way to the last cave, wherein they came across a fierce contingent of Kuo Toa. And leading the vile creatures? A montrously large priestess, aided by a tiny albino Kuo Toa caster.
The heroes fought valiantly, knowing that if they did not survive, then they would join Rolly's corpse in that dank warren. They bested the priestess, the caster, and the legion of Kuo Toa... and the cost was worth it... amongst the rubble of the Kuo Toa's lair... the means by which to bring Rolly back! A fine diamond that was traded at the Pelt temple...
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Wild rumours spread of a raging minotaur stampeding through the city, from the commons to the docks. The beast, it is said, was eventually tamed by a pale-nosed gnome in a robe, and dragged into the Lucky Ferret Inn. Yet neither gnome nor minotaur ever left..
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Ael'Que is asking around for any merchants that are selling blasting kegs, He is heard to be asking for the finest quality kegs. What could he possibly need them for?
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_Mayhem at the Pissing Goat!
A party was interrupted when patrons began projectile vomitting stew and Pip's Red Ribbon ale all over the place. Next the entire tavern turned dark, filled with smoke and the floors were greased up with oil. Soon after an explosion was heard which set off a small fire when it ignited the oil.
Many who tried to flee found themselves with caltrops in their feet. Luckily most made it out unharmed and the fire was put out by the city guard that came to the scene. A few patrons died from various causes during the panic and mayhem at the scene._
"I heard it was some -DWARVES- dat dunnit! They's just jealous. Pfeh, Dwarven Ale, fark that shite. Pip's Red Ribbon!"
"No ye idjit, t'was a ghosts curse!"
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Ael'Que is seen looking for the manager of said apartment to complain about all the dam noise coming from one particular room.
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Peace Keeper Charles Sigeweard is seen walking from the trade hall into the bottleneck alley apartments with some planks of wood and a hammer.
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_::Casual rumours are heard that the well mannered knight Thierulf Arguyle has left the land for an extended time with his wife, Elena. At the moment of parting, they seemed in very high spirits as they bid farewell to their friends with the promise of returning one day.
The exact reason for their parting is anyone's guess. Perhaps a well deserved, but delayed honeymoon, maybe a new campaign drawing the Quest Knight away from these lands, or possibly Elena found a new source of curative herbs that she would like to take a personal look at.
Or perhaps something else? Only the destination is known - Thethyr::_
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A huge, bald and blubber-bellied half-orc in purple tights could recently be observed in spasms outside the gates to Peltarch, twitching grotesquely, flopping wildly to the ground and occasionally falling to his knees in pleading, massive arms upstretched to the small crowd of onlookers. The bizarre display ended with the half-orc eating a handful of coins, then lumbering off to the south.
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_strange talks can be heard around town, poiting that the gates were atacked by a small war band of humanoids spellcasters. With a an orc beastcaller, an ogre mage and a bugbear mystic among them, tale is spreading that the the city was protected by Amabel, the blonde long haired elven warrioress and the wanabee hero Mike Bin.
Even stranger news report that a red big deamon aperead shortly after the creatures were defeated. That huge winged figure was put down by no one less than Shannon.
If these rumors are true or not, no one can be sure. What is a fact is that Mike Bin was seem later at the Temple of the triad speaking with Daisy, trying to get a discount on healing potions. Seems that was an unsuccesfull atempt by the young man._
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Shortly thereafter, a large explosion was heard towards the direction of the swamps. Any who investigate will find the kobold cave has been sealed by a cave in, likely caused by the explosion.
_Rico Swift responds:
"Again?!"_
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Rumor has it that a crazed and overly large kobold came flying into Peltarch, chasing several adventurers screaming something along the lines of "How do you like it?!" He then proceeded to mercilessly slaughter two of Peltarch's guards and chase off half of the merchants before being chased out. Shortly thereafter, a large explosion was heard towards the direction of the swamps. Any who investigate will find the kobold cave has been sealed by a cave in, likely caused by the explosion.
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Rumor has it that Dondiah and Risternil were seen outside of the temple speaking with Tindra. The conversation was breif and it looked as if they were in a hurry to head south towards Norwick. The well known advocate of Eilistraee might have something to do with the drow that is imprisoned in Norwick.
((I will be IG either Sunday night or Monday night to follow up on this!))
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_Word spreads that Senators Thel and Ashald are currently in tense negotiations with the leader of the Children of Hoar. A few minor protests occur outside City Hall in advent of the discussions, mainly comprised of Eastlander War veterans or their families, protesting any negotiations with the old foe.
Rumour suggests Senator Ashald spent nearly a full tenday inside the confines of City Hall, pouring over maps and documents of all sorts with a host of advisors, not setting foot in a single tavern or other area of revelry prior to the meeting, though most dismiss this rumour as too outrageous to believe._
