In the Temple of Lathander - Shadow War
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The old meeting ends, a new one begins. The songstress, the priestess, and the druid meet together with Janick to discuss what is to come. Others join them as time goes on, but it seems that final preparations are being made. After the meeting, word begins to filter out of some things that were discussed…
.. groups of six to eight people…
... two targets, not just one...
... come prepared, with healing potions on hand, don't rely on spells...
... bring arrows, bolts, bullets, heal kits, be self reliant...
... all to gather in a tenday, to begin the final battle ...
// Event begins 17 hours from the time of this post
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Also keep in mind that It is unlikely that our assault against the shadow dragon would go unnoticed by the Shadovar. I am sure the Shadovar watch their enemy with a keen eye. If it goes as well as it could and the Shadovar see that we have defeated the dragon then they would do well to swoop in and take the artifact while we are weakened after the battle. I would if I were them. In fact, defeating the shadow dragon may be a boon to them.
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Sol closes her eyes before looking around at the others
I never once said that either task would be easy or even remotely withing the realms of simple accomplishment, but on that same note, Who here knows how to destroy one of these ancient cities? who knows how to destroy that wich has allready likely survived a near cataclysmic event to down it in the first place? We would need to know how to permanently destroy it in order to see that thier completion of the ritual cannot see fruition.
Facing a shadow dragon, One with the power on equivalent of a demidiety, Is not something I take lightly, but at the same time, A raid upon this city of thiers is not a guaranteed sucess either.
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_Hammer nods in agreement.
"We should focus on accomplishing one of the two. Either way we wouldn't fully know what we'd be dealing with, but with the shadow dragon we'd at least know we're dealing with a shadow dragon, even though that'll be a pretty tough thing.That rift could really be anything, and lead anywhere. It might be just another deception, and a big one. Even if it leads to this old city, how exactly are we going to destroy it in a way that the Shadovar won't just repair it?"_
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Yngdír considers what the others have said, but once again tries to reason with Rico and Sol'.
"_I would recomend full strength for either endeavor. Facing a shadow dragon and possible, if not probable loyal minions will not be an easy task. Neither will it be an easy taskto infiltrate a likely Shadovar foothold thats already too close for comfort. I would advise caution if you choose to proceed against the dragon; and consider why the Shadovar have not already gone there. They can beat you. But can they beat the dragon? An interesting consideration as it is something they have so far avoided.
No. If this new foothold is in fact the Shadovar's lost city then a full attack upon it with the intent to destroy will wholly ruin any plan that our enemy hopes to use against us. They may not give up, but their quest will ultimately be lost - the war may drag out - but they will have lost their greatest weapon. Destroy one or the other and you have won. There should be no need to divide our forces and attack both targets._"
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We went over this not long ago. // http://www.narfell.us/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&p=465298#465298 //
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Yngdir, We know the shadovar are seeking the five artifacts and that they ultimately need them all for the ritual they are planning, I'm sure others can fill in more details in this regard. But ultimately, our best shot at stopping them is to aquire and destroy one of the artifacts…. I've lost track now of how many have been lost to the shadovar, does anyone know if an artifact remains undiscovered beyond that wich the dragon holds?
Soliel looks around for an answer.
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Rico, the underdark cannot be scouted in the common meaning of the word. In the darkness, many are the things which have evolved senses to detect things other than by sight alone.
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_"Why does this come up every time? I'm talking about sending two scouts. Two. To two different places. Right now. If all goes well, they're back in time for afternoon tea. Urgency we have, but I see no one with anything more productive to say and I would not risk lives on a matter where fighting our way past Quaggoths is the easy part without knowing exactly what they are walking into first."
"As for the Dragon, the enemy of my enemy is still a great big manifestation of evil incarnate. Any price for an alliance with such a beast is one we cannot afford. The Shadovar are not so bound by right as we our. Through friendship, fealty, or force, they'll get what they want from Furlinastis. Our only option is to destroy the artifact first._"
He speaks to the others about who would be willing to go have a quick peek. Stubbornness being in his nature, if he finds none he'll march right out and pay a fisherman for his rowboat.
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Yngdír offers his thoughs.
"Are we so comfortable as to send reconnaissance anywhere? The important task is to find out what the Shadovar are doing and stop them with ugency. I was told the dragon is no ally to our enemy, and for now should be noted with little consequence."
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//Finale will be on Friday the 14th start time to be determined, but likely around 6pm eastern standard time.
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Then we need two reconnaissance expeditions. One to the Arnath, one out onto the Icelace. One to find the rift to the dragon's realm, and the other to discover what is going on on the lake.
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_"It would explain why this lost city hasn't been found before, if it's on the bottom of the Icelace. But without the artifact complete, what could they accomplish with this?
It could also be a huge portal for them to send a fleet trough. Maybe they've decided that destroying us works just as well as trying to steal the artifacts back."_
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Lycka nods agreement and relays the rumours of strange storms and shadows from the northern Icelace shores, noting a possible likeness to the storm formerly raging over the ruins of Jiyyd.
"Given how quiet it's been here of late, this rumour might suggest our foe has moved north. The Glacier hides much of ancient civilization, some of which might have been unearthed again after the um.. heatwave following certain war-related events. Perhaps our fallen city lies north? In any case, I think it merits investigating."
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Priest Janick
Perhaps soon we can rally a force to discuss the next steps in our battle against the shadovar?
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Val nods and either motions for Fadia to speak, or lets her pull her aside, if that's what she's looking for.
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Before we begin, Val, I need to talk to you about Furlinastis.
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Troff Legion is one of those entering with Val. It seems hes finally back amongst the living.
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A smiling Val arrives in the Temple of Lathander with a new sword in her scabbard, and some friends in tow. Seems her trip went well. She takes out some paper and writes a note for all to read.
@7e7c1e72d4:
We successfully recovered the sword, I can sing again. Speaking is still beyond me and it is likely that I will never speak again, but I can now cast my spells and aid you all in the fight to come.
I have a plan for what is to come… a dangerous plan, but one that I believe is the best option for the future and safety of the realm. I will speak with Rith and some others that I wish to hear the advice of, then I will share it with those who are to be involved.
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Priest Janick
I think it a blessing that Val has been returned safely and aiding her in the retrieval of this sword seems a logical step to take, I am told that a great deal of heroics went into her rescue and the disruption of yet another foul ritual. Those who fought valiantly in this should hold their heads high and be proud, as should all who have battled the darkness thus far should feel no doubts or question the importance of their work and sacrifices, for you battle a great evil, one that plagues not only our portion of the world, but many other realms are also infected. Our work here is proof that the forces of light can and will perservere and that the Dawn will always rise from the night.
