[Game Thread] Act 1 - Snakes, snakes and more snakes

[Jonofthefunk]

Hikio eyed the Dragonborn closely "This looks interesting.

[Vercingetorix1]

Samuis, seeing all the other's congregate begins to walk slowly towards the group. He appraises each, taking note of those who look out of place at such an establishment. Having listened to the conversation and the possible relation to gold for those who participate in, he presses forwards. Trying to seem amiable he says to the group " Well, may I join this conversation? If there is work to be done you certainly could use my assistance.." He thought back to what S'ol had sad and reflected "What a fool, giving up the money! I will do well with him at my side."

[Jonofthefunk]

Hikio sighed to himself and quickly stood up to address them "Hell! I'll join in too. I could use a job anyway and besides. How should i put it? I hope i don't sound like a freak or something but..................................... I'm intrigued by the Paladin"

[Bizelplyx]

Here is the map of the tavern generally speaking.


The wizard comes out of a convenient newly built magical water closet. Nothing but the best at the Silver Unicorn.

The man seems happy as he enters with the paladin. He glances around the tavern spotting the rest of you near the notice board. “Good... Good you are all here. We have business to discuss.” With a wave of his had he gets the attention of the red haired human. “Gladys drinks all around for this fine group of Adventurers. And my usual.” The waitress nods and heads to the bar.

"Now gentleman if you will all have a sit at that table over there we will discuss the business at hand." The tallish man, carries himself well, wearing well worn plate armor with a sword by his side. His boots are new and look out of place with the rest of his uniform.

He sits at the head of the table and removes his helmet, revealing his well muffled brown hair. As soon as you are all seated at the table the waitress brings over a stout mug of ale for the uniformed man. “Here ya are Captain, your usual” turning to face each in turn. “Now what can I get ya?”

"Yes order what you want". lifting his mug to his chapped lips he takes a large swallow.

DM's Editorial Note I know it is not the best map, but I wanted to get something up. I need to talk to Evo about how to do a few things.

[Tendolhorse]

"Sir, I would like to remind you that every second we waste is a second less the child has from being found," mentions Derran.
He folds his arms as he walks towards the table the "Captain" sits at. Is he truly a titled Captain, or is that just a greeting..." Derran thinks skeptically. A dignified captain surely wouldn't let a missing child go."
Derran sits down, questioning the man's intentions.

[Jonofthefunk]

"I'll pass. I don't feel like drinking my hide off like I normally do." Said Hikio with a smile

[Tendolhorse]

Derran snaps out of his slight daze as Gladys questioned his order.
Oh, I'm sorry. I'll just have water, thank you."

[Bizelplyx]

“My name is Reginald Perth. Captain of the Lord Wardens elite guard.” he takes another long swallow. And directs his next statement to the cleric. “The child you mention is being search for by a few of my men.“ He continues on for all. “As I explained in my message to your master. I am in need of a few extra hands to help with an investigation. Right now I am stretched to my limits with half of my forces quailing a kobold intrusion in the cloakwoods. I need what men I have left here guarding the city. And before you interrupt. I have 5 men out searching for the missing child. She only went missing this morning. Her mother Laynora thinks we are not taking her claim seriously, but I assure you we are.” the captain pauses a moment, then chuckles.

“I thought it quite amusing to hire men from your guild to investigate our problems.” looking around at the various sorts your party seems to be he then realized that there are two dragonborns in your group. "Ah that must be the reason for your guild name. Mostly dragonborn.” then takes another drink from his mug.

“Are there any questions before we start?” he eyes go from one to another of your party waiting.

Between his silent moments and pauses. Gladys confirms the orders you have given her. "A pass, 1 water. Anyone else?"

[Jonofthefunk]

Hikio was planning his words extremely carefully. He, for some reason, really wanted to impress the Paladin he just met. His entire life was with every other race he could imagine except other Dragonborns. He had a huge determination not to drink wildly like he'd rather do right now. And With that in mind, he spoke up quickly.

"Uh excuse me. Never mind I'll have water as well." He replied in the most polite way he could. He figured that water wouldn't make him look bad then not drinking at all.

[Evo]

Acanthas follows the man to the table and rests his polearm against the wall. After the man's introduction, he stands from his seat and offers a hand from across the table, "Well met Captain Perth. My name's Acanthas." He takes his seat again and orders a pint, figuring he would try the standard of the culture. "I personally do not have any questions at the time being. The child probably just wandered off - I'd be surprised if she doesn't show up again by evening. So Captain, what is it you would like to discuss?"

[Komu]

Looking around at the group slowly being formed S'ol replies to the Captain
"Well, if you assure me that the child is being taken care of I can see no reason for me to not at least listen to your request."
S'ol gestures to Glayds, pointing at the water and holding up two fingers.

[Vercingetorix1]

"Looks like there is some coin that can be made around here..."

Thinks the Eladrin sitting near the back of the establishment, listening to the conversation on the far side of the room, his interest having been piqued at the mention of gold. He slowly starts to find his was towards the growing crowd near the door, finding a place not too far away but not too close to the traffic jam that seems to be occurring.

[Tendolhorse]

Derran gently rests his hands, palm down, on the table. "I'm glad to make your acquaintance, Captain Reginald Perth. I go by the name of Derran Lightfoot. I have recently completed my studies at a church of Pelor and have come to Fallcrest to offer my services as a cleric and as Pelor's humble servant."
Derran stands up and bows in respect towards the group.

[Jonofthefunk]

Hikio followed shortly after the Cleric's introduction "The name's Hikio Xeq. I am a Fighter/Cleric hybrid." As he stood up and bowed like the cleric, He wondered to himself. Normally, He would be the most confident man alive when he'd introduce himself. He would normally go on and on about his training and achievements. But, for some reason, Just seeing that Paladin, of his same race, was making him act more proper then he would ever normally be. He always trained with the humans back when he was back at the academy. No Dragonborn ever stepped foot in that establishment other then him so seeing another of his race was a total cultureshock to him.

[Olorian]

After the hassle with the stumbling Dragonborn at the door, Semmi was back at his barstool in less than a second. He was about to answer the first Dragonborn, who did his best to defend his theft of the parchment, but left before Semmi could sneer some more. Before the halfling knew it, though, the bronze scaled adventurer was back at the tavern, joined by a man he had never seen before. Nice boots... rusty suit!

Listening to all the eager introductions, he lazily raises his pint again, indicating to Gladys that he wouldn't say no to a refill... apparently Semmi was just curious as to what the Captain had to say, without mingling in the conversation... yet.