Chromeknight

I believe I am ready. Though our Mage is keen to use his key on the locked warehouse Ellaria mentioned. Also, we should find our Amabassador. Have you seen him?

As Tholar's eyes adjust to the light, it becomes evident he is in a wine cellar. He hears one of the elves leave to fetch Lady Calaryl.

If Dala matches Elphaba's price, Nerwen buys an emerald and garnet. Then she follows Arthur to the bank.

Nerwen browses the wares in the magic shop. She approaches the counter. Lokirim, Madam. I am interested in some of your gems. I know that you need make a profit, but your prices are higher than can be had elsewhere. If you would accept 100g a gem, I would be happy to buy from you now. Elsewhere, Tholar's silent, prone form is gently deposited on a bed in a room below the keep, the door quietly closed and latched from the outside. Lady Calaryl gives instruction to two of her warriors. Fetch me when he speaks.

Perhaps you're thinking of the mafia game, where it was the case that venom was used directly against other heroes?

Nerwen counted heads. Arthur, Alexander, Ellaria. She'd heard Boomingham mumble something about the knights. The dwarf. Again. Last time she had seen him, he was fully healed and nothing was affecting him. She shrugged. It would sort itself out. Meanwhile, having remained at the spot where the Warlord fell, discussing details with the Hoplite an elf approached Lady Calaryl and spoke quietly in her ear. Her eyes narrowed as she looked at the prone form of the dwarf. Baelanith? she said. Her fingers flicked in command and two elves bore him away to the keep.

I understand about the troops. So be it. As for the agreement, I think it better to have a dishonoured agreement than none at all. Please do so sign. After the Hoplite agrees, Nerwen leads the party to the shops, assuming there is no further diplomacy required.

Loot divided. Demands made. Shopping ahoy!

Thank you Master Hoplite. Before you go, since you now have the authority, I would be pleased if you would sign an understanding with Lady Calaryl and Sir Shawe here, indicating that you acknowledge their joint leadership of this village and that they, in partnership with the Mopag will keep the road to your settlement free of danger, neither side imposing impost on the other for the effort to do so. Further, that neither they, nor these Heroes of Heroica will be judged, in absentia, liable for the fall of Warlord Kaherdrin, but will be summoned if necessary to give account. If such summons is needed, those heeding it will be treated with all courtesy and be permitted to bring supporters as they deem fit, who shall not be denied access to the proceedings. Finally, as a gesture of friendship, you will leave two squads here, one of whom shall form the first patrol of the road, whilst the second helps rebuild the barracks, to be used as quarters for those patrolling the road. Nerwen picks up the axe, swing it experimentally. A savage grin spreads across her face. Since the axe was in lieu of gold. Here is the 120 gold spoils from that battle I took in its place. Nerwen hands Boomingham 120g from her own pouch then hands out the 250 gold Boomingham had earned with his overkill gloves, 50 gold to each(except Boomingham obviously)

Once again, Lady Calryl deposits the 15 gold she earnt on the pile. On you feet ambassador, or day is nearly at an end. Here is the Warlord's Mopagsaber. I am sure you will find use for it. Perhaps you might return my mace now you have an equally powerful weapon. Lawerence, here is the helm, since you appear not to have a helmet. Alexander, since you seem to be happy with whatever, take the spear, and 5 gold For Arthur, Ellaria and myself, that leaves 45 gold each. Nerwen divides the loot as she speaks, not taking her eyes off the fallen Warlord. Nerwen also heals Boomingham. I am sorry. I misjudged my strike and hit you harder than I intended.

Ah... Um.. Yes, cranebienn here. Is my dad around? He blew me up last time. And I wasn't even evil.

The ceiling is a trap

Oh do be quiet. All of you. Nerwen's lunge is not swift enough to deflect the blow Boomingham delivers to the warlord, but in her follow through, she uses the the butt end of her staff in a blow to his stomach, sitting him on his big behind in the dust. Have you learnt nothing from all your questing? There are always higher powers at work. As much as you proclaim your freedom of action, you are not free. Fate guides you, luck shapes you. Minds beyond your own determine your course. So, if the Warlord was meant to die here, he would have fallen in battle. He would be dead already. That he is not, and more tellingly, seems to be important in this struggle, suggests that you would not be able to kill him anyway. Put up your weapons and cease railing against that you cannot change. Nerwen takes the shakles of war from he satchel and tosses them to the Hoplite to attach to Kaherdin. There is precious little order and civilization around. Militarized though it may be, the warlord has superiors to answer to. They own his life, his fate is their decision, not yours.

Nerwen picks up the Mopag helm, flipping it over and looking at the washing instructions tag sewn on the lining. She reads the small print carefully, looking for the 'suitable for' class restrictions. She speaks to the Hoplite advising Kaherdin. Please advise your cohort to offer no further resistance and to begin breaking camp in preparation to return to your home.

Nerwen repeats sealing Caladryl attacks warlord Same battle order

Your hoplites die. You are not strong enough to save them. Will you fail again? Battle order >Ellaria attacks Kaherdin Boomingham attacks Hoplite Evan Arthur uses pheonix essence on Shawe (if not raised already, otherwise attacks Kaherdin) Nerwen uses scroll of sealing on Kaherdin Nerwen uses sealing on Kaherdin if unsuccessful, otherwise attacks Kaherdin Sir Shawe heals Arthur using the blessed battle style if not healed. Otherwise attacks Kaherdin using the stealthy style > Alexander attacks Kaherdin Throlar drinks potion (if not healed, otherwise, attacks Kaherdin) > Ahvialyn attacks Hoplite Evan > Lady Calaryl attacks Hoplite Evan with a darkness spell Duke Bârbêthân does nothing

Lady Calaryl looks disdainfully at the slumped form of Shawe. Who needs to look after who in this battle?

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Nerwen sees Throlar change his target, spreading the power of his mace around. She nods You are getting proficient at using that weapon ambassador. My mistake. Cut and paste error, and not double checking my work. Thanks for the catch! Throlar attacks Hoplite Evan

Keep going, finish them. Battle order Arthur attacks Warlord Kaherdin with darkness spell Nerwen uses scroll of frailty on Saunterton Nerwen attacks Saunterton Boomingham attacks Kaherdin Sir Shawe attacks Kaherdin using the stealthy battle style > Ellaria attacks Saunterton using unlucky horseshoe > Alexander attacks Hoplite Charlie Throlar attacks Hoplite Charlie > Ahvialyn attacks Hoplite Evan > Lady Calaryl attacks Hoplite Saunterton Duke Bârbêthân does nothing Free hits None

Nerwen sees Boomingham turn on Shawe, weapon drawn. She quickly reaches with her staff, rapping him on the helmet and spinning him around to face the warlord. Wrong way you old fool! Is your alcohol level running low? Battle order Arthur attacks Warlord Kaherdin with darkness spell Nerwen uses scroll of frailty on Hoplite Bors Nerwen attacks Hoplite Bors Boomingham attacks Kaherdin Sir Shawe attacks Kaherdin using the stealthy battle style > Ellaria attacks Saunterton using unlucky horseshoe > Alexander attacks Hoplite Charlie Throlar attacks Hoplite Charlie > Ahvialyn attacks Hoplite Evan > Lady Calaryl attacks Hoplite Bors Duke Bârbêthân does nothing Free hits None

Since Shawe's shield could heal everyone, does he get a roll anyway? Arthur!

Throlar. If you are going to wait until everyone else has picked targets to pick yours, make sure you do not leave someone else taking a hit. Battle order > Arthur attacks Warlord Kaherdin with darkness spell Nerwen drinks grand tonic Nerwen uses scroll of blinding on Warlord Kaherdin Boomingham attacks Saunterton Sir Shawe heals Arthur using the blessed battle style > Ellaria retrieves unlucky horseshoe > Alexander attacks Hoplite David Throlar attacks Warlord Kaherdin > Ahvialyn attacks Hoplite Evan > Lady Calaryl attacks Hoplite Bors Duke Bârbêthân realises he could equip a second artifact, if he'd remembered to bring any along. Free hits Hoplite Charlie vs Arthur ('s big shield)

Nerwen seals the warlord then frails Saunterton Same battle order. sorry for delayed sparse post. Busy weekend. If Duvors does not post, Throlar attacks HopC

Watch out of those hoplites, spread your attacks around. Battle order Arthur attacks the Warlord with a darkness spell Boomingham attacks Commander Pinnock Sir Shawe attacks the Warlord using the stealthy battle style > Ellaria attacks the warlord with the unlucky horseshoe Nerwen uses scroll of sleep on Hoplite C Nerwen attacks Saunterton > Alexander attacks Hoplite A > Ahvialyn uses health core on Arthur > Lady Calaryl attacks Hoplite B with Darkness spell Free hits Hoplite Charlie Hoplite David Hoplite Evan Throlar enters the battle