[Game Thread] Heading North

[HaplessWithDice]

Natania as she is walking away from bussing the table.

[SniperWolf]

Cadriana quickly and swiftly palms the vial and shuts the box setting it down on the table. She looks to the merchant, "I'll be right back with the gold. Set this on the side and I'll be right back." She then turns around with Razor and Vix heading back the Starwhisperer.

[Teal Musing]

"I can pass on dessert," the young woman replied to Nerra’s question. "The markets in this place should prove… interesting," she observed wryly, her meaning fairly obvious from their experiences so far. The place was dangerous, but Kohana couldn’t help but be curious to see just a little more. And a little shopping never hurt either.

She was making herself ready to leave the table, when the elf, in what was apparently his customary directness, asked Natania for directions. The Bard hazarded a glance at her other companion to see how she reacted. It might help to know if this was indeed customary, as it could help her to be prepared in the future to act or react as the situation required.

[Demandred69]

The Markets:

Before leaving The Treasure Box, Natania confirms Lyssa's directions to Camptons. It seems easy enough to find. And less than an hours walk from the ship.
You head to the markets and find there are people dealing in all kinds of foodstuffs, supplies, and gear. There are a few who claim to be magic venders, but an alchemist selling basic potions seems the only real deal. A woman claiming to have 'the sight' is offering to read palms for 10 gold a client. And there is a fruit vender selling large sweet oranges, three for a silver. Other than that it is a huge cluster of money grabbers and con-artists.

At Judas's Hideout:

Oi know a tew thoings, Liddle Bruda. But oi ain't toiling ye alls. So litten up. Oi toid Clydus wheres ye toi goes un dar vacinity oi de oilunds o dar sistas. Five woiches that each controller e toipe o magic. For zample oi hoir one can control animals. Un one weaves dar magic o shadow. Anyhows, ye and ye shoip go yonder to these oilunds and foind the artifact for moi. As down perment oi gives ye a crystal at work; Ye know they value. Ye broing me the artifact, oi give ye enough golds un roiches to buy er city. He eyes you closely then smiles. O. An Clydus noid come back wid you or deal off. Infact, oi want ta soi him or William won't be loik'n da same next yoi see him. When he says this you grip your fist clenches.
Dun worry. We keep him safe here. Come back wid da artifact and Clydus an ye get William back. An yer gold.

Cadriana:

You try to palm the vial by shoving it up your sleeve (as it wasn't tiny) and tell the urchin you'll be back with the gold for your purchase. He gives you a funny look and as you grab your companions and begin to head away, he blurts outTheif! Stop. Thief! Security! But no security steps forth. Most people could likely care less about this man. And its likely he ripped off a number of them. However, as you get several yards away, the man reaches into a bag and pulls forth a lamp. He uncorks it and rubs it while speaking in a strange tongue. Smoke bellows forth and a figure begins to form. It grows until 10 feet tall and the green man nods to the urchin and with a huge falchion in hand , comes after the three of you!

[MalchiorTheForgotten]

"Oi go nowheah wivout moi son." Thamuz says defiantly. "Oi've los' far too much family te even letchya think Ahm walkin' outta 'eah wivout 'im. So, 'eah's wha' Ahl do; Oi Diplomacy

Dice Roll:

1d20+10

(8)+10

Total = 18

give ye moi wurd tha' Clydus will retuhn te ye alive an well, and ye giv me moi son. You uv awl would know tha Oi always keep moi wurd. So, Ahl be takin' moi son an' this crystal ye be givin' me, an' Ahl bring Clydus an tha aht'fact back safe n' soun'." He takes a drag of his Koffin Nail, never taking his intense violet, reflective eyes of his traitorous brother. "Now, tell me we 'ave a deal so Oi kin 'eah 'ow ouah fatha died."

[Cristal08Darkmoon]

Nerra looked around for a weapons merchant. Finding one, she looked over each weapon until she found a sword she like the looks of. It wasn't fancy and didn't hold any magic, but it was balanced and would be something that she could carry with her when she didn't want to bring her glaive along. She paid the high price for the weapon and strapped it to her waist. "Alright. Unless we spot something else that we have to have, I say we get back to the ship. We've got an appointment early tomorrow."

 

Getting a longsword.

[HaplessWithDice]

"I couldn't have said it better." Linath says with a hint of concern in his voice, as he has been watching the crowd to see who was watching Nerra pay that price for the weapon. Obviously anyone who could pay that much would have more money on them and be likely to attract the attention of pick pockets.

[Teal Musing]

"Right with you," seconded the young woman, as alert to danger as her companions. This was not a pleasant place to visit. "Let's head back." The meal was good, but rest would be better, after their little scuffle earlier.

[SniperWolf]

Cadriana's eyes go wide seeing the lengths this merchant is willing to go to stop her. Not wanting to tangle with the creature she looks to her companions and yells. "Run!!" She quickly books it down the street and takes sharp twists and turns down alleyways trying her best to lose her persuer while making her way back to the starwhisperer.

[Demandred69]

Thamuz:

Doil liddle brotha. Bye n bye, Oi wun urt ol William. But oi roicken ye cul think oi koilled Papa. Well, oi toils ye, Hagis did im in. When Papa was off guards. Droink'n afta Mada cheated on im. You noiy. Wid dat witch. Varconia. Judas puffs his weed and gives you a dangerous look. She foiled moi too. Had moi left adrift in da midda o da soi. Anyhows, Papa's throat wad cut woid open. Hagis wanted is map. Of The Sisata's Oils.
Ye coin goes nowd, Thamuz. Oid got no more wid ya. One o da guys give ye the croistel when ye get to da door. He dismisses you. Out in the hall, two of his men give you William. Clydus meets you at the bottom of the steps, All go well, oi hopes. Thad, he a great guy. Always willing to help out for ittle in aturn.
The bald man at the front door undoes the door-spike trap. He un raps something bright blue and a little longer than your hand. It's good for one or two long trips. Be careful. He hands it to you carefully and motions you out the door.
The sun is starting to set as Clydus leads you back to the ship.

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Cadriana:

The genie just won't give up. Razor already stopped , and disobeying commands, attacked the huge being. But the genie brushed him aside with a hand, sending the big tigran into a wall. He'll be okays. Almossst to the ship, M'lady. Vlix says while running right behind you. You get almost to the docks when the genie appears before you! Damn thing must have cut you off.
As you slow to a stop, you notice three figures coming down the street to your left.

Nerra , Linath, Kohana, & Cadriana : Roll Initiative and 1st round actions!

[MalchiorTheForgotten]

Thamuz leaves, less than pleased with Clydus and Judas, but happy to have William and the crystal. He takes a drag and follows his traitorous childhood friend. His goal seemed set: find the Clockwork Artifact. Anger swept through him from Judas' words and all he wanted to do was beat something to a bloody pulp, maybe Clydus, so long as he didn't kill him. Or maybe he'd kill him with kindness... Either way, he needed to vent. He took another drag and debated.

[HaplessWithDice]

Linath starts upon seeing the Genie but recovers and with blade drawn runs his hand down along it speaking. "Volt spirit of lightning, answer my call and lend me your power." a small elemental seems to float around the blade as runes glow on the black steel of Ebon Heart Culling before the blade crackles with electricity as he chanels a shocking grasp spell into it. Then he rushes forward to the Genie and attacks, dipping into his arcane pool to reflexicly cause the blade to drip acid and his aim become guided. The blade biting deep and expertly.

[Teal Musing]

They had almost made it back to the relative safety of their ship, when Kohana caught sight of Cadriana. And she was not alone! The Bard swore colourfully under her breath and drew her crossbow, as her elf companion drew his blade.

[Cristal08Darkmoon]

It took Nerra a few moments longer to realize what was happening, her vision limited as it was, but she was quick to react. She drew her sword as she stopped, a spell tumbling from her lips. A ray of light shot from her palm, striking the genie.

[SniperWolf]

Cadriana comes to a halt when the genie cuts her off. Her heart quickly sank knowing she will be forced to fight, seeing how easily he tossed Razor aside she was very concerned on her chances. Until she saw three of her crew members running to her aide. With reinforcements nearby Cadriana smiled a cocky grin as she swiftly pulled her musket from her bandolier. Speaking softly the small figurine he has springs to life and rushes down the barrel. With lightning speed she loads and fires three powerful shots aimed dead at the Genie. Each shot is followed by the spider on the barrel cleaning it each time.