Character Name Type Player Sex Notes ..Arawn...........Druid...John.Haight........Ma..Alfar/Backup Navigator ..Dorhak..........Warrior.Kevin.Newark.......Ma..Captain/Leader/Dwarf ..Fremea..........Sidh....Tobie.Bonahoom.....Fe..Faerry/Archer/Magician ..Kiet............Acrobat.David.Sanders......Me..Human/Magician ..Mournath........Sailor..Gibert.Isla........Ma..Human/Navigator ..Pyandalgor......Hunter..Panthera...........Ma..Human/Hunter ..Raddok..........Miner...Bess Hadley........Ma..Human/Miner ..Unali...........Ninja...Wout.Broere........Fe..Human/Dagger Maiden ..Z'leyra.........Healer..Alex Koponen.......Fe..Human/Shaman/1st Mate ..Barbosa.........Warrior.Npc................Ma..Dwarf/Outcast Game Web Site - http:/nrgcomputers.com/pbem/ Public posts/actions to pnpgm@list.powersandperils.org (mailing list) Private emails (not public actions) to pnpgm@comcast.net Game Update #110 sequence (file #823) ---------------------------------------------------------------- Admin Notes: None. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- [Recap] From Arawn: [Re: Actions]: Arawn gave Kiet a weighted smile, gently shaking his head when … "I can do so or else spirit it, and us, away if need be. But … GM: Ack. From Fremea: [Re: Actions] Fremea knows all the humans will be down for a while, and hears talking outside the cave. Though something definitely feels more tension and just casual talk, even if she doesn't understand it, until it is translated to her. At that point, she recons the area to make sure there is nothing more coming at them, figuring that Unali will tell the others the humans are all knocked out. GM: Ack. I assume you mean leave the cave? From Raddok: [Re: Actions] Raddok was becoming distracted from translating - his discovery … GM: Ack. From Dorhak: [Re: Actions] Dorhak turns to Raddok and says in Marentian "understood. Go do … GM: Ack. From Kiet: [Re: Actions] Kiet does a double-take. Snake? Who the hell said anything about snakes! He whips out his tulwar and casts an EL3 Detection spell for serpents. If found, he will attack it without hesitation. Why did it have to be snakes. GM: Ack. From Dorhak: [Re: Actions] As Dorhak invites the Besamar into the cave, he calls out to the … "Z'leyra. Mournath. You two watch the cave entrance and make sure … GM: Ack. From Arawn: [Re: Actions] OOC: Not sure if Arawn heard about the snake but if he did or notices Kiet about to kill the snake Arawn, as a druid, will attempt to save it (assuming it's not a kotothi or chaos serpent). He'll call to it in Tongue of the Tonah (casting Forest Talk instead if the snake doesn't seem to understand him) and pick it up to be carried to safety (if it's willing) or else at least ask Kiet to not kill it before urging the snake to seek cover away from hooves and feet. GM: Ack. From Raddok: [Re: Actions] Raddok, looking quickly about himself, sees their group …. GM: Ack. From Z'leyra: [Re: Actions] Z'leyra will assist Raddok in his search while keeping a sharp eye … GM: Ack. -------------------------------------------------------------------- [New Stuff] [Ma 3rd, 1636TH] [Time: 4:35 am – Besam, Eastern Lands] Arawn gave Kiet a weighted smile, gently shaking his head when the acrobatic elementalist offered to glamour the tome. "I can do so or else spirit it, and us, away if need be. But thank you." The Alfar turned his attention back to the conversation taking place at the cave entrance, confident in the ability of Unali and Fremea to keep the humans in check. His brow furrowed, lips pursed as Dorhak addressed the Besamer with the crude grit common to dwarves. It was one thing to act entitled when a stranger in a strange land - bad enough that is! - but it seemed Dorhak little understand his cousins. The besamer, as he recalled, were a peaceful and gentle people, preferring to heal and protect without prejudice. A far cry from most dwarves indeed! In fact, what he knew of them endeared such folk to him, the Alfar having wished to meet the Besamer if the stories were in fact true!? Gnorf seemed wise enough to not push for a battle without necessity but if Dorhak didn't adapt the Alfar worried that an unnecessary battle could ensue. Stepping out from cover, the tome carefully tucked away, he made his way towards the entrance where the kin-folk argued.? When he came into Gnorf's field of vision the druid smiled, his manner indicating a peaceful approach. He stopped close to Dorhak's side. "Greetings, wise Gnorf. I am Arawn, a healer by nature and druid by training," he said, trying to ease any wariness of the besamer's part. "These are not dwarves," he quietly informed Dorhak. "These men are besamer, kin but as different to dwarves as night and day. They are gentle but strong, preferring peace in a way most people would fail to understand. I know you speak honestly with them but try to think, they do not know you to trust you and only seek a fair investigation of the truth. Perhaps a more diplomatic approach might be best." Gnorf glances at Arawn over Dorhak's shoulder, he frowns and lowers his mace slightly but raises it again. “You got to be...a elf with him..and them?” He nods at Dorhak and then the humans. He steps back a foot, “there are some of them,” he nods at Dorhak, “who help the raiders for rum. But you...you! I’ve never heard of such in my life!” Raddok was becoming distracted from translating - his discovery in these gear bags among the sleepers needed to be shared immediately. "Dorhak!" he called softly. "Listen to me - these 'raiders' are not warriors! They are carrying mining gear and ore. They are probably thieving from the folks outside. We need to let them know what we found & let one or two of them in to see what's here & who we are." He spoke first in Marentian, for the party to understand his discovery, then repeated it quickly & more quietly in Dwarf Elder. He notices Arawn with the book, but pays no further attention, as Arawn could deal with that issue easily, he was sure. Gnorf looks at Raddok and then at Dorhak, “see your labor-human is even aware we speak the truth. Based on those hands of his he knows what he speaks.” Then he realizes something, “wait..wait...you?” He looks at Dorhak surprised. “Is the leader of this party you ..brought these raiders?” Gnorf glances over his shoulder and speaks in his native tongue which isn't close to Dwarf elder and speaks quickly to those outside. First a few chuckles are heard then surprise silence. Dorhak turns to Raddok and says in Marentian, "understood. Go do a thorough search for bows and red fletched arrows. Take whoever you need to help. Quickly!" Turning back to Gnipp? No, that’s not right. Gnopp. No! Gnorff! Yeah, that’s it. Gnorff. Anyway, turning back to Gnorff, Dorhak looks at him for a moment while he sucks on his teeth, as if while trying to decide something. Then he silently nods his head and says, in Dwarf Elder, "Well! It seems there’s more to you than just being an exhibitionist. You’re a brave one too, coming here alone. I’ll tell you what. How about I invite you into this little cave so you can see for yourself what is happening. But know this: only slaves surrender their arms on demand. And none of us takes kindly to that thought. We won’t surrender. But you have my word you will not be harmed or held here." Fremea slips quietly and invisibly toward cave entrance and past Dorhak and Gnorf. Gnorf feels something brush past him but is busy hearing Dorhak be a stubborn dwarf. He quietly mentally shrugs it off and ignores it to be wind. Gnorf shoulder gently but overtly pushes Dorhak to the side and moves inside the cave. “Invite into our cave...that's funny young hairy one.” As Dorhak invites the Besamar into the cave, he calls out to the people outside of the cave, "If he's in here longer than 15 minutes, do what you think you must." "Z'leyra. Mournath. You two watch the cave entrance and make sure they don’t try anything foolish." Then he looks over to Gnorf and says, "While I would not kill you, I would make sure you understood that if they try anything you will regret ever meeting us." "Oh, and watch out for snakes." Kiet pulls his tulwar out making Gnorf watch him intently. Then Gnorf sees Kiet's face. “Lemansan?” He turns to Dorhak. “You are working with a Lemasan so the story you give is false?” Kiet cringes his eyes and face. If Unali is aroud and he might call her one as well? Raddok, looking quickly about himself, sees their group rather scattered out now,but asks Z'leyra to help him search for the bows and red-fletched arrows Dorhak is asking about. He requests her help in the search, sending her to head back behind the horses, and that end of the cave, toward his left, & he heads to the right, already remembering some interesting things he had found among the mining gear, checking into the shadowy areas behind the supplies and heading to where the miners were sleeping, staying toward one wall and leaving the other wall for Z'leyra, and searching quickly but thoroughly. He gathers some items he feels are interesting, taking a few & leaving others where he finds them. The miners are either deeply asleep or unconscious, it seems. Raddok doesn't bother to spare a quick glance around for Fremea, merely smiling slightly grimly. Z'leyra will assist Raddok in his search while keeping a sharp eye out for any snakes. Gnorf keeps one eye out on the shifty Lemasan and shifts the torch in his right and mace in left. His shield is on his right arm but at a moments reach if drop torch. Gnorf eyes the horses. “Yes Harn brands. One day we'll just keep the horses and not deport them.” He moves to paralyzed guard and nods. “Lemasan as well I see. Is he dead?” He kicks the paralyzed man but sees no reaction other than his eyes flicker. With a right boot he slips the man's left sleeve upwards. To reveal 2 small stripes – brands. He nods, “so this one has been deported twice. A 3rd he won't return home. So this is his last chance.” As Z'leyra and Kiet search around the horses the shadows are long and drawn. While it is cramped space the snake could be hidden anywhere. Gnorf moves to back of cave and watches Kiet, “what is he looking for?” Raddok follows Gnorf and rounds the corner. The torch shines brightly and reveals a small niche about 30 feet long and 25 wide at places. But still shadows prolong due to rocks and outcroppings. Dorhak wonders where Unali is not seeing her? Gnorf waves the torch over the sleeping Lemasans. He kicks one or two and gets grunts so realizes they are knocked out. The Dwarf sighs, “that will make things difficult to transport to the village. But sure enough all of these are Lemasans. A smaller group than usual. But it is a early season for them.” Raddok with the torch light sees a few daggers and swords. But notices the one bow and a quiver of red, orange and green fletched arrows. He motions for Dorhak and nods to the Quiver. Dorhak subtly nods and finds the killer more likely. Gnorf moves back to main cave. Kiet has cast his spell to find snakes but it doesn’t' seem to give him clues? Arawn tries to call to the snake but gets no response. Could the snake have left cave? Gnorf stares at Kiet and Arawn speaking oddly especially Arawn. He leans over to whisper to Dorhak, “is he a bit..slow? And that one he trying to find spiders?” He nods at Kiet after looking at Arawn. Outside Fremea flies up and then to tree level. She tries the best she can to be quiet and scout the area. She knows dwarves aren't elves so can not hide as well as elves. But in a few seconds she counts 4 other dwarves on this side of clearing. There may be as many on other side. But will have to move to find them. At one point a dwarf hears her but does not spot her. All of them have no beards as well. Back inside, Gnorf turns to Dorhak. “I assume you are ….the leader. Our cousins do not tend to help these...raiders. But some do. I take it you are one of them. Especially with that one over there.” He shrugs to Kiet. “So it is late and I'm tired. You can yield your arms and escort the Lemasans to our village. The Elders will decide your fate and theirs. Or...we can make things ugly. We are in your rights here. This is our land...you cousin share our land under our wise eyes. But don't dishonor that by fighting back. By disarming this ensures your safety, theirs and our village. We have females and young ones there after all.” Moves to entrance, “I'll let you decide...I'll give you 5 minutes. After that things will need to be dealt with. Frankly, I prefer this to go down peacefully. So I can go home and drink my ale. Who knows! I could even share some ale with you cousin if you cooperate.” He shoulders past Mournath. Then turns around. “It is your decision.” “Of course,” he turns around, 'the murder on our land will have to be investigated. If what you say is true you'll be deported. If we deem followup then a visit to Kril Bes maybe in order.” GM: Actions? Comments? Next update...Saturday... GM: Wanted to do more. But lack of sleep fubared that. So I think we are at a good place. Stuff happened. I would try a update Wed but it is new years and gotta do year end stuff and may have stuff to do that day. So best is Saturday. Monday is my last day off till September. Then its 8 months of 5 day work weeks. :< So back to old routine. So either Monday/Wed or Sat updates. Since Monday would be my 'Friday' its end of week so I can try updates those days and chances are good. If not can try Tue/Wed and then try again Sat for 2 updates a week depending on things. Happy New Years as 2020 approaches! GM: Damage Player Damage Barbosa 16+4+1+5 [Unclear fully, Revived] Unali 6 Raddok 1 [1 Healing] Arawn 5 Z'leyra 4