Whispers at the Fire
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The guardsman Dietrick is seen striding into town one day with eyes of murderous fury and a scowl on his lips. He seems enraged at something. He has been not of good spirits thereafter and has been asking people around town questions regarding the guardsman Chet.
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_Dwin is seen with some of his Goldcloaks standing at a distance from the dragon, with his hands on his hips and frowning. The guttural Dwarven that flows from his lips sounds like he is nothing but annoyed. Anyone with a basic understanding of the Golden Tongue would pick up phrases like:
"…that's all we need..."
"...bad for business..."
"...who owns that thing?"_
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Recently within Norwick, certain gardens have become unusually prosperous. The flowers bloom quickly, the vegetables a little larger, and the plants are frequently free of pests.
Some simply attribute it to good fortune. Others, to the cavorting nymph that sits by the tree south of the Grapevine Inn.
However, that nymph has been seen less frequently as of late, its presence replaced by a small dragon of various colors. It’s often spotted sleeping contentedly amidst a pile of semi-precious purple gems, rings, and jewelry, a curl of various colored vapor rising up from its nose.
After a time however, rumors of concern spread. The neck has thickened in various spots, and spines have appeared around the head. It is said more than one person was alarmed when the red one was big enough to give the diminutive guardsman Dietrick a ride around the town by carrying him.
…The dragon it appears, is getting bigger.
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The half-elven sorceress known as Tindra was seen having quite a heated discussion with General Lyte of the Legion. While their talk started off with just whispers, Tindra seemed to become quite agitated about whatever they were talking about, and soon enough was yelling outbursts and growling like an angry panther.
It's not thought to have been Lyte herself that upset the mage, as the two had accompanied Aramuil and other adventurers on a foray into the crypts. Something or someone they talked about has earned the mage's rage, though.
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Those who travel the pass to Peltarch in recent days have been accosted by an increase in the number, and violence of the hobgoblins that have been inhabiting it since time immemorial.
They ALSO would have noticed a large figure in black and blue armor, cutting a swathe through those same hobgoblins, swearing and laying about with his sword.
After a week's solid effort, with a mound of corpses piled quite high, he snorts in derision, grabs a large sack full of armor and shields, and heads off for other adventure.
As he leaves, he can be heard muttering
"Dem fuggin hobgoblins, dey never learns. Me kills a hundred of dem, and dey still keep comin"
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*There is some talk of a coming Harvest Market in Jiyyd in about a ten day, with rumors of some unusual games with prizes, and a chance to buy things not commonly found in the region, as well as goods from farmers and adventurers and whomever wishes to purchase a booth.
There is a mention of a poster in the Inn about this, and a need to sign up to get a selling spot at this big, fun event.*
//Sat. night 11 east coast America time. Expect some surprises!
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Gears can be seen around Norwick's general area more than ever, but he seems…different. He hangs back from groups intentionally, sticking to farther or darker spots in the town. Those accustomed to his normal, if somewhat less than charming personality, can see him sinking gradually deeper into some dark mood as time goes on.
Some are relieved at the hin's seemingly newfound lack of sarcasm.
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Whisper denied (removed)… and rumor monger clapped in irons. Please go about your business :roll:
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_Word goes around of a brawl in the middle of town, a large half orc and a large young man that has been seen lately around town by the name of Eddard got into a fight.
It seems that the orc took offense to Eddard spitting on the ground, even when he was thirty or so feet away from him and took the time to charge over and yell at him to stop, even pushing him around a moment before Eddard finally had enough and beat the halfer to the ground and waited for a guard.
After a brief struggle and the halfer limping off to the fire, the well known elf Aelhaearn showed up and tried talking to the two fighters. After being told to stop spitting by Aelhaearn, Eddard spit once again at the ground near the halfer and got arrested for it, because apparently now, spitting on the ground is illegal.
He hasn't been seen since Aelhaearn beat him down and hauled him off to jail, obviously rotting in Norwicks jail for the past week now while the militia takes their time to ponder over the very serious crime of spitting on the ground and being attacked and defending oneself._
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Rumor has it that the Lord Chancellor has started to interview skalds to document the heroic accomplishments of the Lord Chancellor and his oath-takers.
Apparently Fendon (in the Great Hall) is arranging the interviews.
((PM me if you are interested))
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(( so there is no confusion, chet's body is "repaired" and whole, but he is still dead. The body is simply being preserved. Consider this common knowledge in norwick.))
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The morning after Chet's recovery colonel Cabro can be seen heading towards the healers with a large bundle under his arm. He emerged an hour later without the bundle, no expression on his face.
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Since Chet's disappearence and subsequent return, although incomplete, when not on patrol, Andrew can generally be found with a solemn look, standing guard in Chet's usual place, atop the hill overlooking the south gates.
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Rumor spreads quickly through Norwick that Chet's body has been found and is currently unable to be brought back to life as the soul is missing. His body is being watched over by Kia and Tristina in the hopes that his soul can be located and recovered.
As the rumor goes, a group that included Redcloaks Elyl Wefneran, Andrew Tormier, Celestria, and Norwick's two advisors, Ronan and Aramuil, along with the help of Lyte Bry'Gaede, Kara DuMonte, Cherry Holimion, William Morrison, Hedia Gend and The Druid Belia, came together to recover Chet's body. After declining help from adventuers who the Militia felt would impede the journey, the group set out for the demon cave.
The group faced many tough battles to include goblin asassins, minotaurs, flying demons and other buggers as they had been so aptly named.
Chet's mutilated body was found in the far reaches of the cave, in what looked to be a blood lined ritual circle, similiar to the circle pattern of the Obyrith. The group quickly assessed the situation and deemed it safe to gather Chet's remains and quickly exit the cave where they were chased the entire way back to the old ruins by waves of flying demons.
After returning to Norwick, Chet's remains were taken to the Apothecary where much praying to numerous Gods and Goddesses was done. After Hedia cast spells to reconstruct and preserve Chet's body, he was taken upstairs to a room to be held under divine influence and the watchful eyes of Tristina and Kia until his soul could be located.
The group then left the Apothecary with tired, slow steps and saddened, concerned looks on their faces. Each member was certainly affected in some way by seeing the Redcloak Chet's body in the manner of which it was found.
((No offense to those that were declined to go with us, and if I missed someone who went, let me know. Thank you to the DM's involved, it was a fast paced, action packed recovery operation!
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It was mid day when the hine Benji cmae dashing up from the south. He spotted a guard and shouted Colonel Cabros name. Quick words were exchangedand then , as the hin dashed south, the gong was rung out and runners were sent out to Jiyyd and the Ranger camp.
Explosions and faint shouting could be heard all the way to the town walls but nothing could be seen. A steady stream of adventurers and members of other towns defense forces hurried through town and south.
Stories could be heard about what had happened the next day in the inn and around the fire.
Colonel Cabro and several militia members were at the old town defenses along with several adventurers. A carpet of goblin bodies could be seen wrapping around the lake and to the south. As a steady number of defenders showed up the pressure from the goblins increased. First by the dozens and then by the scores and finally by the hundreds they pressed the defenders. Goblin grenades flew through the air and hammered against the defenders armor and flesh.
Hours went by and footing became treacherous as the small bodies piled higher and higher. Surpisingly the defenders held formation constantly falling back to their positions and holding a solid line. A steady hail of arrows offered support from the rear and healers moved through the ranks of sweating swearing fighters. It was probably due to following orders that none were lost during the attack.
Finally, after what seemed almost a full day the goblins made one final surge and then what few remained scurried back to the wood.
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During her off time, Celestria can be found at the libraries asking for all information they have on soul stones. Her appearance shows she's tired but she remains her usual, friendly self. She studies for hours on the topic, reading everything she can find on it.
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After Slog:
Apparently, very shortly after the demise of Slog, an adventurer girl went south, only to find something strange, and run back into town to get help.
A group including Thorn, Kara, Jerrick, Ronan, and others went, and found what appeared to be a type of sea hag on the bridge to the pond, south of Norwick.
It attacked, and was defeated.
Then things got weird.Undead animals attacked again, as well as flying demons, casting goblins, then a little east a succubus and minotaurs, with more goblins and the like.
A routine patrol check turned into a frenzied battle for a while, before the woods grew quiet again, with everyone somehow returning safely.
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Slog, the red-armored man who killed so many, is dead. Unfortunately, it apears he may have claimed the life of Chet who, so the whispers say, went to the Sisterhood to try to face down the evil demon; according to rumours, to protect all the children there in a selfless act, but perished doing so. Slog's body was burned on the hill by the apothecary.
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When Ronan sees Yana casting light, he gets a big stupid grin. Sometimes actually visiting her and showing her a few parlor tricks. The sorcerer looks a tad odd as he seems to enthusiastically show Yana on how to make everything and everyone very clean with just a snap of a finger.
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It appears that Aramuil Holimion is now not only teaching Yana about elven history and culture; but elven magic as well. Aramuil's latest apprentice has since begun to show off her ability to create light to the inn staff and anyone else who will watch.
