Gypsy Gossip
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Lilith speaks with as amny gali as she can about recent events, trying to make heads or tails of the whirlwind of troubles that seem to have preceeded her into her position as elder. She is distracted by the lack of news pertaining to her missing partner, Terrick. SHe has some difficulty remaining civil with the cyricists, though listens with interest to thier concerns of the members of the caravan from waterdeep.
She gives her word to keep an eye on things, just as she has always done, and is relieved when she sees Cotton return, hoping to get some advice from the former elder.
She is still spending a lot of time alone at the ruins in the spider woods, and Bridie speaks in whispers about the name she hears Lilith call in her sleep. Not that of her missing love as you would expect, no, the name on her lips is Valis.
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Recently, Cera, Kharbeh and a few others discovered maggots bubbling to the surface and a dead foot sticking out of a tree. After further inspection they discovered the elven druid that did it. After a quick nibble of a heart, Cailah served tea. ((Overheard by disgruntled Sammie who had to dig up the maggot filled body.))
((For more info talk to the players.))
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A rather large greasy man was seen running through the camp holding a “drunk†woman in blue. Earlier in the day, this man and a few ragtag workers dropped off a few cages. It turns out that this man was a slave trader from the south. He captured Mel the STILK, Ginger and Aaimie.
He even used poisoned darts to subdue some of the Rom crafters. A horde of people ran after this slaver and Gali and Rom opened the gates to their camp to help cover more ground and capture this enemy.
His small camp was discovered hidden among the gnoll camp. The captures were released and revenge was taken. It seems that “Greasy Bob†could not die. The hosts of attackers wanted to seek justice but were nauseatingly shocked when limbs, and other body parts, were reattached through gory viscous means or grew back in a rapid manner.
Eventually Mel, who was the main focus of the slavery ambush, dug out some magical stones from Bobâ€
s beefy hands. The stones let out a few screams and disappeared into puffs of smoke. His body engulfed in flames leaving the revolting stench of burned body fat lingering in the air.
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A ghost was seen in the camp crying and moaning about her babies and her husband. This seemed to happen directly after a messenger from Waterdeepâ€
s Torm Knights. He was preparing to leave for a caravan after delivering a message to Durai Hightower in regards to Thyrm Cardea, a dangerous member of the Shadowcars, escaped after being sentenced to death.The ghost dropped a white flower and a Gaje picked it up thinking it was a clue from an evil foe. The Rom and Gali brought them to Baba for a scrying. It was discovered that this flower belonged to the ghost when she existed in the material world. She happened to be the sister of the messenger whose family was murdered by Thyrm and his organization.
While the gathering waited for nightfall to speak with the ghost, the brother tossed the white flower into one of the large campfires after saying a sincere prayer to Torm. The ghost burned as the flower turned to ash both faded away from this world.
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The elders wish Scutum well and wish her luck in her travels.
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Scutum looks disappointed at the Rom's decision to allow the Cyricists to stay. She grumbles to the elders constantly for a couple days, but then gives up, telling herself she won't be living here much longer anyway so it won't matter.
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Those present in the camp soon after the Gali meeting, would have witnessed the swarm of rats that attacked the camp near the fires.
Soon after the rats had attacked, what looked like a were rat attacked the camp but soon fled. A woman was then seen by Mingal and Shinsuke in the distance, but they were instead suprised to see Uthger approaching the camp from the Pass.
A moment later, Sharp (Michael) was seen holding a blood covered silver dagger, standing over a woman who was clutching her mouth, her fingers soaked in blood. Sharp claimed the woman had tried to bite him after he saw her with the rats, so he had cut her tongue off.
After much confusion, a few Gali took the woman to the fires, and gave her some warm soup.
A group of Gaje arrived from the pass, an overweight priest, a young woman, and a ranger some would recognise as Chiero.
After much discussion with the ranger, night fell, and the tongueless woman, who had revealed her name as Kim, turned into the form of a wererat.
The wererat fled to the pass and the new arrivals, alongside a few gali chased her.
Chiero returned later and spoke with Ael, Mingal and Elrin, concerning the wererat. He said that he had chased the Wererat to the camp, firing at it at first. He also said that more Wererats had been seen around Jiyyd, and if anyone see's another Wererat, they were to hold their fire, come and find him in the Eastern plains.
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At the recent camp meeting, Remmy spoke with the Gali to discuss the Cyric followers present in the camp.
Many of the Gali questioned wether or not followers of Cyric, the prince of lies, would keep to their oath. The followers had already helped the camp twice already, and had proved themselves to the Romani.
Still doubtful of the Cyric followers integrity, the group of Gali present decided that it is the Rom's final decision as to wether or not the Cyric followers may stay in the camp.
The meeting was ended, coming to the conclusion that the Cyric followers would be tolerated. Though should they break the Oath, they would be kicked out of the camp.
((if i missed anything specific out, just give me a kick in IRC and i'll edit it
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((correct me if I'm wrong… but Cyric is the god of lies.... what does an oath mean to his worshipers?))
_Matrim eyes the group warrily… concentrating on them for a moment.
He seems to close his eyes and rubs his temples briefly.Looking down to the Winter Wolf sitting at his side he ruffles her fur and whispers_
"We must keep an eye on these ones Katinar…"
His other hand absently carressing the symbol of Torm that hangs proudly around his neck… he turns on his heel and heads off to find Cailah
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http://nwn.black-flag.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=12215
Another GC happening link regarding Thyrm's visit/the Cyrics/Durai's capture/Shadowcars fight event.
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((well im one elder that doesnt know about the cyricists in camp… lilith would not be happy and she is coming back at the end of this week irl... Bridie hasnt seen any of these guys either... should make life intersting.... she hates any sign of evil.... and she has a temper.... )))
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((To clarify: Elders have permitted the Cyric worshipers to stay in the camp. They have taken an oath. Rumor has it that one of them saved Jeni from some bandit trouble.
The Cyric worshipers sold Thrym out twice. They had no love lost for that cruel Mask worshiper.
By now the rumor would have spread through the bandit camp.))
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((quick clarification, scutum…. most of the campers have/will only have within the last day or so, gained any IC knowledge of the info contained in Riverthorns posts. I'm not aware of any Elders who were involved or even knew about these events.... (correct me if im wrong...) I myself have only NOW found out what has been going on. Its been difficult to get outsiders to talk to camp members about these events or indeed much at all when these outsiders are in camp IG.
))
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Scutum is grateful that Durai was rescued, but remains disgusted with the Camp Elders for allowing the Cyricists to remain in the camp ((are they considered oath-takers?)), and lets them know as much at every opportunity. She makes sure all her belongings are ready for her to grab at a moments notice and thinks sadly about the possibility that she will someday soon be brought into conflict against her friends in the camp.
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Tales from the Fire: Refering to a recent event…
http://nwn.black-flag.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=1645&start=40
http://nwn.black-flag.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=14381
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A small caravan from Waterdeep arrives one late night. A few tired workers unload spices, flour and other cooking supplies. One passenger, an old woman that goes by the name of Sara exits a wooded horse-driven cart. She was welcomed in by Baba to her tree home. The two old ladies happily exchange stories. Also seen entering and leave the house on one night was a shadowy figure and a scholar known as Khaya.
It seems the Michael and the other Cyric worshipers have been feeling restless these past weeks. They are constantly whispering or looking over their shoulders. Some members of the camp would have noticed a gathering of people who move about in the shadows keeping to the edge of the camp and clear of any illuminating firelight.
One late night in particular the camp members would have noticed another campfire was placed further away from the typical grouping. There you heard loud laughter coming from Michael and a very drunk and talkative man. This verbose man wears a dark outfit and a hood covering. Those who travel would immediately recognize him as Shadowstrider from Norwick. After a few moments, however, you would notice that although they carry similar features, this man is slightly younger and has a tattoo. Passers by would hear the two names Thyrm and Perdix. If anyone tried to work their way into the conversation, they were greeted with glares and silence.
Recently, the shadowy group were no where to be seen and all seemed as it should with the Cyric worshipers playing cards and chatting amongst themselves. It seemed calm until a rather large, angry and worried half-orc tore through the trees yelling for Durai. Almost knocking down stewpots, his eyes blazed hunting for someone. Calming himself, he focused on the power of this god while a few others walked in with Jeni leading the way to Michael.
Rumor has it that Durai was captured. Blatantly, it seems the Michael pointed out where the kidnapper and victim went. In a rush, they darted south. After some time, they returned with Durai no worse for the wear. After a cool down, the rescue group and a few others gathered to listen to Michael disclose information about the Shadowstrider and his brother. Apparently, the Cyricts prefer not to have this new gang of people lurking in the shadows in the camp and are willing to assist others in the capture of their leader.
((There were a lot of players here who heard this information. Rp with them to find out more details. The rumors you would hear are currently confusing and speculative.))
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keeping to the shadows, Bridie and her Guide Puppet watch the new comers.. her eyes brighten for a moment as she sends a mote of light to settle on the shoulders of one of them as they sit at the fires…. They widen in fear and the mote quickly winks out .. she hurries out into the pass, looking for someone,,.anyone... from her old days in the camp... when evil walked alongside her... something her spooked , and she is startled by a bird swooping down on her,,, in her panic she runs the wrong way,.... and is nearly killed by the channelers and faithfuls before stumbling back into camp bleeding heavily...
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Nica kneels before the pyre and gives the child his final rites. She stays put for two days, mumbling Tymorran prayers for the dead, speaking only Romani. Tears fall freely for the child she will never know, for yet another dead Rom.
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Zerrion asks a few Rom, making discreet enquiries as to the circumstances of the child's death.
Those who know him well get a distinct sense of paranoia about him, he appears to jumping at shadows. He smokes now almost continuously…
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Young Bobby, son of Berzin and a beloved Rom, was given his final rites. His small body was placed upon a funeral pyre at the crack of dawn facing north. Quietly the Rom and Gali along with a few Gaje watched on and as his ashes lifted towards the sky. He will be missed.
Tales carried by the wind speak of seeing him playing on Samâ€
s hill before fading into a radiant white light.
