Jiyyd - Reactions to current events
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[OOC]Yes that was kind of a cheesy response on my part, but I think the point about Jiyyd being a small farming village, where residents would know each other well enough to distinguish strangers from other residents, still stands (even if the strangers don't have lavender eyes). This is not a big city where you have anonymous random people walking around. More to the point, while I enjoy your depiction of the random lavender-eyed townsfolk, I have no way of responding ICly, and would appreciate a chance, even if it's a relatively low chance, of having my character notice something suspicious. Not having that chance at all is a bit frustrating. This is not like putting up posters where you could conceivably sneak around and put them up when nobody is looking, to talk to people like this you have to be somewhat out in the open. Anyway, sorry for nitpicking and being a bother, but my PC's character concept is very much based on being perceptive and picking up nuances, so something like this is inevitably a matter of interest.[/OOC]
After hearing apparently false rumors being repeated by Helmites, who are, as far as he knows, a rather lawful and truth-oriented crowd, Genzir begins spending more time in town, keeping his eyes and ears open for whoever else might be spreading these rumors.
Rather odd, these rumors. I never heard such talk before from the farmers and townsfolk here. And what's all this talk about Dwin, anyway?
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Somewhat dissappointed at Drudo's lack of appreciation for his craft, Fool walks back out to observe how the politics are proceeding. He watches and offers some of the legion folks some muffins and gnomish pies.
((Just so folks don't get confused, Fool wouldn't be approaching people that he knew with his rumours. The lavender-eyed malcontents are spreading rumours to NPC townsfolk. I just thought it would be better to give some info on how he was starting the rumours, than to simply say:
"Rumour spreads around town that Dwin is a good leader and the Jiyyd Council is incompetent."
Presumably y'all would hear a bastardised version as the gossip got passed down the grapevine.
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Genzir does not openly express his curiosity at the sudden influx of lavender-eyed strangers that seem unusual even to him, and, he thinks, must be even more so to the residents of a small farming village like Jiyyd, where everybody at least knows of each other. Perhaps they are immigrants from Norwick? From time to time, he approaches any Helmites near the ever-popular camp-fire and asks them if they have gleaned any new information about the orcs. He asks them how their scouting patrols are going and what, if anything, they might have learned about the orcs' plans.
Just tell me if you need any help scouting them. I can make your men fully invisible, and for a good while at that, should you want to drop in and see what the orcs are up to. I even know a few divinations that might still work, even with the Weave all warped and woofed up as it is. Just tell me anytime you want my help with a patrol. Since you're helping us guard the town, it seems we ought to help each other out as much as possible to figure out what the orcs are doing. We can't let them catch us off guard, can we?
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In response to the accusations that the Legion has not adequately defended the town, Genzir approaches Helmites, townsfolk and more itinerant types (i.e. adventurers), and asks:
What attacks are we talking about, exactly? The only time I'm aware of where the orcs made serious headway into the town, Grag and Tolin were there defending the gates, and probably other Legionnaires as well. If the orcs could get past those two … well ... I don't think having more regular guards is going to help us. What we ought to do is set up some kind of procedures for advance warning, so we can call on more defenders, and evacuate the town if things get really ugly.
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*After drinking Lady Vroka's very nice tea and listening to her quiet words, Lyte stands with her head bowed at her worn guard-spot for quite some time as if in thought, or contemplation, and eventually strides over to the Helmite guards at the west gate and can be seen offering them some of the Legion's recent intelligence on growing orc strength and dispositions…discussing what the orcs might be up to at some length with various Helmite soldiers.
If any Helmites continue their rumors of Legion lax guarding or of other disciplinary incontinence in earshot of her, it doesnt register on her face; she seems all business..professional, but with a casual, pleasant bearing.
Obviously, some think, Vroka brews one hell of a tea.*
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Ael can be seen shaking his head as everyone bickers back and forth, instead of joining in, he simply walks to the gate to keep watch with anyone who is there.
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Please do realize that unless specifically stated otherwise, I am taking IC responses here to be stated outside in the open. Outside means within hearing range of either militia or our currently targetted Helmite NPC's, unless as well clearly stated. The manner of IC responses will be taken into account in future RP'ed situations.
Friendly warning off.
))_The Helmites seem to either not care, or take no notice of the words, continuing their own guards and patrols alongside the walls as usual. One Knight however does give Lyte a very hard glare, upon hearing the words "masked newcomers" and "spreading lies". About any other of the issues concerning politics or past they remain impassive, and rumor soon starts that they have been instructed to not incite the "upstanding citizens of Jiyyd" at any rate. Whatever the case, their presence does seem to give the regular watchmen some deserved respite. Especially Dalron is seen much more relaxed off late.
Drudo, after seeing the lavender-eyed man shortly regarding pies, quickly decides this is not who he is looking for and ushers the man back out, claiming his current cook would surely stew him someday should he hire another.
Vroka takes Lyte alongside at a quiet moment, offering a small herbal remedy to relax, since she knows "the legion must be a stressfull task", keeping a sincerely concerned smile. She friendly warns that it does no good to incite more trouble, before heading back to Finnius._
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_Dentin, passing trough town and hearing the usual people discuss the usual things..
"Instead of throwing around provocations and blame for what happens, and what has happened for the better part of .. a century? … perhaps the Legion, the Helmites, and whoever else claims to be professional opponents of the orcs, should finish what they start, and wipe the Green Plague from the land once and for all.. instead of always leaving enough in Existence to invite retaliation.
But alas. Perhaps war, suffering, destruction and death are too enjoyable pastimes to end."_
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Abner speaks up
The casting of rhetorical insults upon the Legion is nothing more than an obvious attempt to pass off ridiculous, incredulous logical fallacy and faulty reasoning as credible points of a moot argument.
I'll be more than happy to instruct a public class on the formation of a credible argument for the use and purpose of positive public debate.
In the meantime, I urge the masses to pay no attention to the shameful attempts of lesser men to slander a proud organization.
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General Grag through his many patrols through the region gets word of all the different rumors and talks going on in town and just shakes his head with a big grin on his face and smiling and nodding to everyone except nicahh he sees her usual saddened face of late and ruffles her hair for fun. Then he sees Zyphlin in the corner speaking on his behalf " Thanks my freind but no wurds are needed, my freinds and my god know what I and the legion have tried to do here that is all tha mattas to me.Taps his shoulder (( Str check 12+8)) And slowly limps off to the halls for some much needed rest and prayer
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Dwin sadly shakes his head and speaks loudly enough for his followers to hear.
…The Legion, the presumed-Helmites, even the Militia of the Southern Nars... like all "protecting" groups... should know better. THAT'S what makes em different.
If I were in the Legion, I'd be a bit upset to be compared to "random adventurers." They got defined roles and responsibilities. They got people that depend on em.
Dwin turns to the nearest commoner and mimes hitting something in a tree.
If I go knock a wasps' nest from a tree, and the wasps later come to sting my child, is it not my fault? It is of course! And in how many ways?
Shouldn't I protect my child better? And shouldn't I have left the wasps alone to begin with?
Perhaps I should have blown them all up with a powder keg to make sure none could seek revenge on my own kin?
We don't all know these answers, so we depend on professionals, like the Legion, the lads dressed like Helmites, and my own Militia of the Southern Nars to make the decisions for us.
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::Chuckles as he hears that::
About as often as members of the sisterhood, the guardians, the union, the divine shield, banites and half a dozen organizations…not mention a handful of random adventurer's with no real organizational ties...that frequent killing them to keep thier numbers down, to seek adventure, or to go through to other lands.
But I'm sorry. I forgot there is a magical field that blocks anyone not in black and blue from entering places where enemies of Jiyyd stand. My mistake.
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the purple attired vittorio sits by the fire as he does sometimes… watching and laughing to himself in his ever cynical mood..
"What she fails to notice is... how often does the legion go off to kill said orcs and instigate such danger upon the town itself with their slash and run system. Amusing story this will be, as ever."
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@bb883a9b41=Oreth:
Oreth notices Lyte glowering about at the helmites and such, and flicks a slingstone at her head to get her attention, before adding, monotone
If you think any harder at them, they might even hear you. Or explode.
Just to be safe, did you wish to say something? I do not relish the idea of being struck by flying armor bits from exploding helmites….
Lyte shrugs and speaks quietly, with passion, but obvious control.
_" I stand here every day guarding the west gate, seldom sitting, always in the same spot. I have done this for the past 17 years here. No one stands more at these gates, except for the paid guards.
I do this without pay, I do this because I care about Jiyyd, as do my brothers and sisters in the Legion.
This is indesputable proof in itself that these words being spoken are dishonorable garbage.
Jiyyd has stood for the better part of a century with the Legion aiding in it's protection. We have always been here when trouble is afoot, unlike these masked newcomers who stand around spreading lies."
She looks about at Jiyyd's clean, fresh buildings
"Jiyyd stands proud and intact still, does it not?
What does this say about these "words" being spoken against the Legion?
I thought that these helmites were good men. Why do lies spew forth when they open their mouths?
Arent they interested in the common welfare of Jiyyd?
Do they seek money and power instead, tossing rumor and untruths about as if they were foul orcs, rather than honest men?
I have always believed in working to do my best, to do what is right and just.
We each should look at the flaws in our own selves, work to improve these things and not disparage others who are trying to do their best to work for the common good.
If we did this, there would be no needless lies or lazy gossip, and we would all be pitching in to work together.
These lies, this dark gossip is the stuff of bad karma, and I want no part in these discussions, as of course, no one who is good of heart will involve themselves in."
She watches the gate stoically_
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The Fool stands silently off to the side, gazing out of cold lavender eyes, watching the politics unfold.
He looks out over the gathered crowd, seeking out the faces of those who have been most receptive to the entreaties he has made on Dwin's behalf.
He has been carefully guiding them to support Dwin for months in various forms. Sometimes a farmer, a cartwright, a housewife… He has been talking to those whose opinions seem the most valued by others, for to sway them would sway all those who held their opinion in high regard.
He also scans the faces of those gathered, to seek out those minions on his personal payroll. Meeting their gaze and nodding slowely.
He smiles as Dwin asks the Helmites to help form a militia. It was a brilliant move.
In this power play, the major players were the Helmites and the Legion. Dwin was the Wild Card, which is why he had so easily won Fool's support.
Dwin had very carefully avoided picking sides. That was good. His entreaty to the Helmites was almost a challenge to the validity of their intentions. It worked out well for them no matter how the Helmites answered.
If they refused to help Dwin form a militia, people would wonder why, and Fool would play off of their apprehension.
A request for help forming a militia to protect the town was not in and of itself politically charged, but the refusal of the Helmites could shift power to the Legion if the Helmites lost the trust of the people so early in the game.
Of course if the Helmites agreed to help Dwin form a militia, it would solidify Dwin's base of power.
It was also good that he mentioned a common defense for for both Norwick and Jiyyd. It would lay the groundwork for things to come.
Yes... things were working out swimmingly. Fool smiled his little smile and turned away from the crowd to go and offer his services as a pie-baker extrordinaire to Drudo. He could feel the tingle of anticipation in the air, like standing at the edge of a storm. He drew strength from the raw potential for chaos as he walked over to Drudo's shop.
Once he had put Dwin in power, he could secure the Jiyyd Menhir, along with the ley-line intersection. The Silver Valley Menhir would also be safe, and he would be in a good position to secure the Norwick Menhir. That would only leave the one in the pass, the one on the beach, the one on the plains, and the one in the Rawlins.
Swimmingly indeed...
MUAHAHAHA!!!
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Oreth notices Lyte glowering about at the helmites and such, and flicks a slingstone at her head to get her attention, before adding, monotone
If you think any harder at them, they might even hear you. Or explode.
Just to be safe, did you wish to say something? I do not relish the idea of being struck by flying armor bits from exploding helmites….
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*General Lyte listens to the wildly undisciplined, self-politicising liars who belittle those who have fought and died bravely scores of times for decades defending Jiyyd's walls, and looks in wonder on these sad people who only pretend to serve Helm in a "good" fashion, when it is clear to her they cannot be, when plain, obvious, lies spew from their hidden, masked faces.
She shakes her head in wonderment at these evil lies pointlessly strewn about by these people who act so very unlike good people.
Then, without lowering herself to embroil Jiyyd into a pointless, idiotic conflict with a mob of fibbing, unemployed newcomers bleating for jobs, she simply stands with her bow in the same worn spot, 12 paces from the western gate, as she has done daily for the past dozen years….which of course, everyone who has actually resided in the town a long time, who isnt blind, already is accustomed to seeing.*
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Upon walking through the discusion on his way to the temple of Helm Mariston listens for a time
Regarding the role of the Helmites in Jiyyds defence that is an ecumenical matter not one for partisan politics of the lowest order. Aid will be forth coming I am sure. That is of course if tis allowed. Some wouldst see the people here suffer rather than allow aid to the walls only to further their own petty lust for power.
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Dwin smirks at the comment about dwarves, and then chuckles at the end of Zyphlin's performance
You'd never know the lad is on the Legion payroll with a performance like that, would ya?
I dont think these folks in Jiyyd are interested in anything except bein' safe. This aint about slingin'-mud like yer makin it out to be… its just about stayin safe... and knowin' who we can count on.
Seems to me we got all the right tools in the box, they just aint bein used in the right ways...
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Where were these Helmites when the Slaadi's would attack years ago, and were turned back with the help of Grag and the Legion?
Where were these Helmites at when the Legion has taken down orc leader, after orc leader, in defense of this city.
Where were these Helmites when Duergar flooded forth from Mintas and attempted to assult Jiyyd only to be turned back by axe and sword?
Where were these Helmites when Eastlanders threw thier forces against the gates of jiyyd? Or Hobgoblins? Or Giants? Or Elementals? Or the Enchantress?
No, all those can be forgotten. The memories of dozens and dozens of citizens can be swayed becuase a few dwarves that befoul the reputation of thier race enjoy to laugh and snicker about "legion tactics" while not giving a damn about a thing save for the gold that lines thier pockets. Can be thought to be swayed by some Zealots in red and gold, that sweep into town, and will try to make everyone think that somehow if they were here all that wouldn't magically happen and the place would just be in peace.
I remember a Zealot like that once. I remember many thinking him nothing to worry about. I remember many thinking how they can just make a few gold off him. And I remember the amount of death and destruction his idiocy, pride, and ego caused…not just to the city up north but to all of Narfell.
If you wish to aid this town, aid it and do so with honor and valor. Do not do it by taking the popular route of the few miscreants that care not but for themselves and go attempting to belittle a man and people who have faught, died, and faught again for this city without asking of thanks or compensation.
But no doubt tomorrow will be yet another day of a few people trying to throw the Legion to the wolves once more, just to further thier own zealtous or greedy cause. I only hope, and pray to Tymora, that the citizens of Jiyyd continue to see the truth.
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seizing the opportunity…
Perhaps these Helmite lads can help with the formation of a Militia? I keep hearin rumors about one bein' formed, but I aint seen anything come of it yet.
I volunteer me own services to help it get goin' as i know a thing or two about it.
The time is right fer Jiyyd and Norwick to be helpin each other. Much like two miners down in the same shaft together, Jiyyd an Norwick are ferever connected in the southern Nars by location… seems right that we ought to be havin a common defense force as well...
Dwin scans the crowd for any of his lavendar-eyed supporters…
