Duvors Posted March 8, 2017 "Hoke, I fail to see us or her having the time to train you and Ezeran, perhaps she has a copy or two of 'Begone with the Wind' that she could give us?" he said, turning towards the Naga as he spoke in his most diplomatic tones. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UsernameMDM Posted March 8, 2017 9 minutes ago, Lord Duvors said: "Hoke, I fail to see us or her having the time to train you and Ezeran, perhaps she has a copy or two of 'Begone with the Wind' that she could give us?" he said, turning towards the Naga as he spoke in his most diplomatic tones. "Both Ezeran and I are already trained in the ethereal. The manipulations are most likely extensions of what we have already learned, but yes, a copy or two of the book would be great as we could then train others who will follow us on this trail." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waterbrick Down Posted March 9, 2017 12 hours ago, UsernameMDM said: "There are two things we would like: First, train Ezeran," Hokes says pointing out the sorcerer,"and I in the arts of the weather mage. Secondly, show favor to the incoming and outgoing vessels, both airships and seafaring ships, bearing the Crescent Union standard. We are currently constructing a way station here as part of our expedition, so you will be seeing more of the Crescent Union around here. We are a peaceful expedition, searching and exploring." "The weather I can handle, thissss influx of travel will ssssurely bring with it more economic opportunity to Wailing Warf, but where there issss opportunity there are often thosssse who would take advantage of it. I do hope you have sssseen to the ssssecurity of your ssssite." 5 hours ago, Lord Duvors said: "Hoke, I fail to see us or her having the time to train you and Ezeran, perhaps she has a copy or two of 'Begone with the Wind' that she could give us?" he said, turning towards the Naga as he spoke in his most diplomatic tones. "Your friend is right Hoke Ablessssword. To train you in the wayssss of weather wizardry would take many weekssss even with prior experiencccce. But perhapssss if you are able to prove to me your aptitude I can sssspare you a ssssingle copy of the book." "Answer me thesssse three quesssstionssss. 1. You are facing a Flying Fiery monster, your companion bears a blade of fire, lightning, wood, earth, and wind, which weather(s) do you summon to do the most damage? Which weather(s) would help the least? 2. Ground furrower, Boulder father, Sneaking titan, Trudging mountain, what am I? 3. What are the four gatherings that all weather mages must participate in?" QM Note: Please PM me your answers within 24 hours. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alfadas Posted March 9, 2017 Torald is just looking around outside, digging a hole with his shovel to see if he finds anything. Not paying too much attention to the conversation between the Naga and his companions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waterbrick Down Posted March 9, 2017 9 hours ago, Alfadas said: Torald is just looking around outside, digging a hole with his shovel to see if he finds anything. Not paying too much attention to the conversation between the Naga and his companions. Torald sets his shovel and digs a hole, a moment later the Barbarian pulls out a rather grimy bottle with a small amount of green ooze still swirling around in the bottom of the flask. Venom (Use on a weapon to make it cause the poisoned by 1-effect on any enemy it hits for the duration of one battle, making the poisoned enemy lose 1 health each turn. Several venoms can be used to increase the effect.) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UsernameMDM Posted March 9, 2017 13 hours ago, Waterbrick Down said: "Answer me thesssse three quesssstionssss. Hoke answers the naga Weather Mage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waterbrick Down Posted March 9, 2017 1 hour ago, UsernameMDM said: Hoke answers the naga Weather Mage. "I am afraid you did not ansssswer all of the quesssstionssss correctly. Let ussss ssssee what your companion has to ssssay." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waterbrick Down Posted March 10, 2017 The Weathermage listens to the answers of both Hoke and Ezeran and shakes her head. "The ansssswerssss are assss followssss: 1. Fire and Electrified weather will do the most damage, Cold and Humid do the least. The typing of the monster is simply irrelevant. 2. A Glacier 3. The Winter Wrap-Up, The Festival of Flowers, The Summer Sun Celebration and The Culling of the Leaves. Perchancccce if there were more time, I might be able to train one of you, however I believe our time issss at an end. Issss there anything elsssse you require?" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UsernameMDM Posted March 10, 2017 8 hours ago, Waterbrick Down said: Perchancccce if there were more time, I might be able to train one of you, however I believe our time issss at an end. Issss there anything elsssse you require?" "Your copy of Begone with the Winds would be appreciated," Hoke says in a Commanding, yet Diplomatic voice,"as it looks like Ezeran and I could study up some more. Also, take a look at this map please. It's the proposed route we have for our expedition. Can you tell us anything that would be helpful about any way stations, stops, weather, etc?" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waterbrick Down Posted March 10, 2017 3 hours ago, UsernameMDM said: "Your copy of Begone with the Winds would be appreciated," Hoke says in a Commanding, yet Diplomatic voice,"as it looks like Ezeran and I could study up some more." "At your current ability, I'm afraid I cannot ssssee you being able to usssse it. Sssso I will retain it, perhapssss if there wassss more time." 3 hours ago, UsernameMDM said: "Also, take a look at this map please. It's the proposed route we have for our expedition. Can you tell us anything that would be helpful about any way stations, stops, weather, etc?" "Between here and the Jade Ssssea there is a never-moving sssstorm cloud that issss the home to a Cloud Gigassss, I would ssssuggesssst avoiding that. Other than that, the windssss are often pleassssant acrosssss the barren ssssea and if you are heading for Xu I would prepare for Humid weather." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UsernameMDM Posted March 10, 2017 1 hour ago, Waterbrick Down said: "At your current ability, I'm afraid I cannot ssssee you being able to usssse it. Sssso I will retain it, perhapssss if there wassss more time." "Between here and the Jade Ssssea there is a never-moving sssstorm cloud that issss the home to a Cloud Gigassss, I would ssssuggesssst avoiding that. Other than that, the windssss are often pleassssant acrosssss the barren ssssea and if you are heading for Xu I would prepare for Humid weather." Hoke rubs his chin, considering what the naga is saying. "Tell you what Augusta, would you like to join our expedition? We could use your help with the weather and winds, and a knowledgeable ally is always an asset. What do you say?" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waterbrick Down Posted March 10, 2017 24 minutes ago, UsernameMDM said: Hoke rubs his chin, considering what the naga is saying. "Tell you what Augusta, would you like to join our expedition? We could use your help with the weather and winds, and a knowledgeable ally is always an asset. What do you say?" The naga wags her head back and forth "I have never traveled to Xu before due to the threat of war that hassss loomed between the country and my home of Nagasssshan. However it issss the end of the Hurricane sssseasssson, and we have a few more weekssss before the sssspring breading ssssesssssionssss begin, and while you did fail the tesssst I do ssssee potential in ssssome of you. Perhaps sss if we to continue your training during the traveling you may advance to ssssuch a point where you would be worthy of the tome." The Naga closes her eyes and bows her head once more. "Very well, I sssshall accompany you. One moment." The Naga returns inside the tower and moments later appears with a haversack. "It hassss been quite a time ssssince I traveled, I hope I didn't forget anything. You mentioned an airsssship?" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UsernameMDM Posted March 10, 2017 4 minutes ago, Waterbrick Down said: "It hassss been quite a time ssssince I traveled, I hope I didn't forget anything. You mentioned an airsssship?" "Excellent! This indeed is turning into quite the crew. Yes, there is an airship at the docks. If you want to go there, Lady Umbra or Dr Gioconda will be aboard or nearby. Tell them that Hoke Ablesword sent you. If not, you are welcome to accompany us as we continue going about the town." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waterbrick Down Posted March 10, 2017 12 minutes ago, UsernameMDM said: "Excellent! This indeed is turning into quite the crew. Yes, there is an airship at the docks. If you want to go there, Lady Umbra or Dr Gioconda will be aboard or nearby. Tell them that Hoke Ablesword sent you. If not, you are welcome to accompany us as we continue going about the town." "I will head to thissss airsssship and enssssure my thingssss are all in order." With that the Naga slithers away and the Party is once again alone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alfadas Posted March 10, 2017 Right, where to now? Want to check if we can still claim the bounty? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UsernameMDM Posted March 10, 2017 Just now, Alfadas said: Right, where to now? Want to check if we can still claim the bounty? "Honestly, I'd rather do that last if we are going to do it at all. I'd rather not tear the tavern down while we still have business left on the island. There are still a few spots that we should check out before we go." Hoke looked around at the rest of the group. "What does everyone else want to do?" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alfadas Posted March 10, 2017 28 minutes ago, UsernameMDM said: "Honestly, I'd rather do that last if we are going to do it at all. I'd rather not tear the tavern down while we still have business left on the island. There are still a few spots that we should check out before we go." Hoke looked around at the rest of the group. "What does everyone else want to do?" Yeah, makes sense. Uhm, where haven't we been yet? The seastar square and Madame Mhim's place, right? O, and the Hostels, what ever they are. I'd say, let's go to Madame Mhim's place first, see what she has to offer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MysticModulus Posted March 10, 2017 Ezeran nods. "We should avoid the inn until we have explored the other locations." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UsernameMDM Posted March 10, 2017 3 hours ago, Alfadas said: Uhm, where haven't we been yet? The seastar square and Madame Mhim's place, right? O, and the Hostels, what ever they are. I'd say, let's go to Madame Mhim's place first, see what she has to offer. "Mihm's it is."Hoke makes his way to Madame Mihm's. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duvors Posted March 11, 2017 "Well this is an interesting development. Lead on Hoke, let's see what's in store for us here." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waterbrick Down Posted March 11, 2017 As night falls, the Party travels to Madame Mihms. The purple building seems to be constructed from the carcass of a giant squid, it's oaken door stands solid and unassuming, no one appears outside. [Apologies I don't have an image currently, it's simply a door set in the building.] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alfadas Posted March 11, 2017 Torald presses his head against the door, listening to what's happening on the inside. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MysticModulus Posted March 11, 2017 7 hours ago, Alfadas said: Torald presses his head against the door, listening to what's happening on the inside. "Careful not to make it creak!" Ezeran whispers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waterbrick Down Posted March 11, 2017 7 hours ago, Alfadas said: Torald presses his head against the door, listening to what's happening on the inside. Torald hears the low chatter of conversation on the other side of the door. The windows of the building are currently shuttered, but a dim glow creeps from between the sills. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alfadas Posted March 11, 2017 Don't hear much, just some people talking. Can't hear what they are saying. Torald whispers. Shall I knock? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites