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krazixs · 09-23-2003, 06:36 AM

"It's possible that either way we go we are going to start running into resistance, obviously we've alerted the master of this place, as if he didn't already know we are here."

Minx · 09-23-2003, 07:33 AM

Still a little shocked with Attrah's callous attitude towards her comrades, D'Aleen is thankful to see that the Father and Krazixs were apparently successful in aiding Darghon.

A slight frown flitted across her face as she thought about the trials they would face in the near future. They would need to stick together as a group and stand united in order to succeed. She reminded herself that she knew nothing of the knights past and that he may have very valid reasons for his apparent mistrust and aloof attitude. Sighing she looked to the rest of the group gathered on the landing.

"I suggest going through the door.....whichever we choose I agree it should be done with haste. We have, quite obviously, lost any element of surprise we may have had."

Cubby · 09-23-2003, 01:29 PM

Relaxing noticeably when Attrah put his sword away Thantos tosses a quick, "thank god" glance towards D'Aleen and then turns towards Kentelos, thankful he wouldn't have to fight one of his own party.

"Kentelos...did you see anything behind that door down the hall? I'm leaving my vote up to you considering you have a little more info at to our current situation. "

rogue49 · 09-23-2003, 02:58 PM

Kentelos:
* As you glance through the door you note this...

A hall stands in deadly silence.
The low ceiling sags from heavy beams.
A fog clings to the floor in thick patches, obscuring everything less than 3 feet above the floor.
You see double doors to your left on the wall near you,
and you see a door across from you and one further down.
The hall extends farther you can see in the shadows to your left. *

GoldenOuroboros · 09-23-2003, 03:18 PM

(OOC: 'Deadly Silence' Don't like that rogue

)

"Yes Kentelos.. This is your choice.." Darghon stands ready..

Bob Biter · 09-23-2003, 04:59 PM

Peering over Kentelos and into the hall, Vinoh speaks in a whisper.

"I don't really like what I'm seeing here, but you all know how I dread going downstairs, for perhaps this place has catacombs as well. Therefore, I'm for going through this hall. Any light magic would be most appreciated."

Then, thinking back to the powers of Attrah's shield, the mind mage gets an idea.

"Attrah, why don't you activate that air bubble again? This could help dispel the fog..."

redravin40 · 09-23-2003, 07:20 PM

Finding that the various aches and pains that have come age and battle have returned in full force, Father Quadrial limps a bit.
He raises his staff and a warm light flows from it out into the hall.

GoldenOuroboros · 09-23-2003, 09:09 PM

Darghon notices the father limping and wishes that there was something he could do.. but even he could not turn back time.. "Hey father.. if we need to move quickly I can always just throw you over my shoulder.." Darghon gives Father Quadrial a grin..

Darghon follows the group into the foggy hallway

krazixs · 09-23-2003, 09:18 PM

Krazixs falls back towards the father.

"Here we can both lean on each other"

The small elf takes the fathers arm and helps him down the hall.

rogue49 · 09-24-2003, 06:36 AM

* A giant shadow is cast across the ceiling
as a dark figure shuffles purposefully down the corridor towards you. *

Beltruckus · 09-24-2003, 07:47 AM

Kentelos, looking down the dark hallway decides to light things up a bit and creates fire that sticks to the walls, they almost resemble torches. He also prepares to cast a rather large fireball that will fill the hallway, torching anything in it's path.

Speaking low "If you all wouldn't mind letting me lead the way I have something in store if this creature is dangerous and I do not want to hurt any of you."

GoldenOuroboros · 09-24-2003, 02:39 PM

Darghon looks over Kentelos shoulder and see the ominous figure walking towards them... "Great.. we just can't win can we.." Darghon prepares himself for anything..

Apokx · 09-24-2003, 03:33 PM

The knight raps his shield three times...

And while staring ahead at the creature..

"Don't act so suprised by my actions,I would expect no less in return if I had been the one infected.From now on I will hold my ideals to myself."

The knight realized his relationship with the group was beginning to sour.Everyone besides himself were friends ...Friendship..love..two of the things Attrah had seen kill more men than the sword.Emotion was poison to the mind.

Dismissing his thoughts..the knight readied himself for battle.

rogue49 · 09-25-2003, 05:27 AM

*In the lighted hall now you see a shriveled old man in tattered clothing
slowly shuffling towards you...when he started mumbling. *

"heh....heh"
"must finish the meal"
"come, come....lords & ladies you must retire to your rooms"
"fancy up, get ready"
"dinner will be soon, you need to look you best"
"hrmph...heh.....heheheheheehehehehe"
*cough*

Beltruckus · 09-25-2003, 06:11 AM

Remembering what happened with the last "servant" type Kentelos takes no chances and launches a Ball of fire that fills the hallway at the old man. He hopes that all that will be left is a pile of ash.

"Begone servant of the dark master!!"

krazixs · 09-25-2003, 06:45 AM

Upon seeing the unexpected actions of the fire mage, Krazixs throws up a shield around the stranger, hoping that it may save him from a emblazened death.

Minx · 09-25-2003, 06:49 AM

D'Aleen follows the group into the hall, not liking the looks of the thick fog that obscures their view of any pits or traps that might be there. Watching the old man shuffle down the hallway towards them, she mutters an ancient elven curse under her breath and cocks her bow.
Startled, she watches as Kentelos unleashes a fire ball at the old man and, at the same time, a shield is projected around him. Not trusting any servant in this evil place she keeps her arrow trained on him and waits to see what will happen...

Beltruckus · 09-25-2003, 07:23 AM

Seeing Krazixs shield go up Kentelos attempts to pierce through it and heat the old mans blood to a boiling point.

"Krazixs do you not remember what happend with the last servant don't be foolish!"

krazixs · 09-25-2003, 07:35 AM

Krazixs looks at Kentelos with a sorrow filled gaze.

"Kentelos, you are right, however I cannot let you kill this man without finding out more about him."

Looking at the party who view Krazixs' actions with speculation, the small elf looks very small and afraid.

"Some people here are slaves rather than servants. . . I know. . ."

GoldenOuroboros · 09-25-2003, 10:34 AM

"Sounds like you've fought battles before Krazixs.." Darghon raises a brow "Knowing when to kill and when not to is a knowledge of the highest of warriors.." Darghon looks away back towards the stranger "But sometimes if you make the wrong choice things can come back to haunt you.."

"I don't wish to retire to any room, that only means splitting us up.. but I would like to know who we are guests for indeed.."

rogue49 · 09-25-2003, 12:19 PM

* As Krazixs' "fire shield" blocks Kentelos' incredible fireball.
The fog is asorbed in the blast,
revealing a set of bars making up the back wall of this hall
and a second door on further down the wall to your left,
and finally a broad set of stairs between them going up.

The ancient man doesn't even blink as the blast echoes resoundingly along the hall.

He then smiles a toothless grin, and claps his hands together cheerfully. *

"hoo-hoo! heh...hehehehehe...cough"
"That reminds me....I have to stoke the fires for the meal"
"Don't want it to be late now"
"Must keep that in mind"
"OK, young masters & mistress up to your room"
"You must be properly prepared, perhaps a good read while you wait?"
"I've got to check on the helpers in the kitchen"
"But I do have time to guide you to your room"

* He smiles broadly, his grey gums showing with no teeth,
and his head nodding up & down approvingly*

krazixs · 09-25-2003, 12:32 PM

Krazixs expells a great sigh of relief, sweat stands prominant on his brow, Kentelos was indeed powerful, it took everything the small elf had just to hold up that shield.

Bob Biter · 09-25-2003, 04:53 PM

Glaring at Kentelos' rather brash initiative that put even his previous actions with the accountant to shame, Vinoh decides to play it safe and use his paralysis on the shuffling servant, so that he may be more manageable.

*Psychic power: evil eye - paralysis*

After this, the mind mage turns to the fire wizard:

"You would do well to learn from our experience with the accountant above. I acted without much thought and it reaped rather horrendous results, so I hope everyone would rein their tempers, although that may be asking much from one who commands such a volatile force... We are very lucky that Krazixs' magic was able to stop the loss of someone we know nothing about."

krazixs · 09-25-2003, 07:08 PM

"Vinoh I have an idea" the small elf looks around "Since we didn't have much chance with the book keeper and we currently have this one captive, see if you can delve into his mind and look for some rational thought in his madness"

Beltruckus · 09-25-2003, 07:52 PM

"Well I was only trying to prevent what happend before from happening again. I apologize for acting so hasty, this whole castle has me on edge. Please remember I mostly have just come from a school, seen very little of this so called real world."

Bob Biter · 09-25-2003, 09:15 PM

"Very well, Kentelos, just take it easy from now on..."

Upon hearing Krazixs suggestion, Vinoh tries to find out more from the old man, but not through telepathy, which could prove dangerous on an unstable mind, but rather through empathic reading. While this power is in effect, the mind mage asks the following questions and feels for changes in emotion from the old man, to figure out if he is lying...

*Psychic power: empathy*

"So, old man, you wish to take us somewhere. Will we come to any harm? If we refuse to follow, will you be punished? Will there be pain? Do you like being in this place?"

GoldenOuroboros · 09-25-2003, 11:18 PM

Darghon raises an inquisitive eyebrow towards the old toothless man and his antics.. "Intriguing.." Darghon stays at the back of the group and waits for Vinohs reading...

rogue49 · 09-26-2003, 04:07 AM

Vinoh:
* Your empathy spell tells you one thing,
this old man is extremely happy. *

Minx · 09-26-2003, 12:21 PM

Standing protectively beside Krazixs D'Aleen thinks to herself that both Darghon and Vinoh speak wise words. They must not always react so quickly for there can always be some good to be had in every situation. And, they may not always encounter enemies here despite their present situation. Resting the tip of her bow on the ground she looks to the others and lowers her voice slightly...

"It may be to our benefit to "befriend" this old man. He obviously knows his way about the keep and he believes us to be guests - he isn't likely to harm us. He could be a valuable source of information without even knowing he is providing it. I say we risk it....especially if Vinoh can keep some control over him."

Cubby · 09-26-2003, 12:28 PM

(OOC: Sorry for the delay all...job interviews and all...)

Coming into the hallway just a little late, Thantos only hears the last bit the old man says. Upon hearing D'Aleen's comments Thantos pipes up with.

"I agree with D'Aleen. I don't think we should trust this man but we could end up walking around this tomb forever. If this man is a servant of the evil resident of this place then bringing us to the evil is probably a good thing. I say we play along. I have this feeling that nothing bad will happen to us at least until we are at dinner. Regardless, I don't think we should entirely split up. I say we get this man to take pairs or threes of us to the rooms and 1 or 2 people take watch while the other "prepares" for this dinner. Or we can all go and do the same thing but that could take a long time. "

Waiting for comments from the others, Thantos moves over to stand next to D'Aleen, trying to gain strength from her while providing some comfort back.

Bob Biter · 09-26-2003, 08:45 PM

"Hmmm... it would seem this man is extremely happy, though whether from genuine contentment or insanity, I am unsure. Perhaps he and the accountant have been stuck here and kept alive for so long without visitors that the only way they can remain functional is to fully embrace their assigned tasks."

*Vinoh then speaks telepathically to the group.*

*I think we should play along for now and pretend we are official guests. Thantos and D'Aleen can pretend to be diplomatic envoys from a king, Darghon and Kentelos can claim to be representatives from a magic guild, Krazixs and Father Quadrial can say they are clerics from the local denomination, and finally Attrah and Sparrow can be freelancers wandering the land that joined forces. As for I, well I can claim to be an escort that led you all here. Perhaps I may convince this old man to let us pair off into rooms according to my scheme, while I go with him to check up on what's ahead and report back to you telepathically. What do you think?*

With that, the mind mage releases his mental hold on the old man, so as to ease any suspicions he might have and waits to see if the others choose to play along.

Beltruckus · 09-26-2003, 09:57 PM

Listening to Vinoh speaking in his head Kentelos just says

"Sounds good. I'm willing."

GoldenOuroboros · 09-26-2003, 11:08 PM

Darghon telepaths to Vinoh.. 'Excellent plan my friend..' Darghon plays along with the plan "Well then.. show us to our rooms so that we may wash before our meal.." Darghon smiles and nods slightly..

rogue49 · 09-27-2003, 04:43 AM

* With a twinkle in his eye and a large smirk and nod
The old man turns and starts shuffling towards the door you just came from *

"Very good young masters & mistress, please come with me."

Apokx · 09-27-2003, 03:32 PM

Attrah moves out of the way to let the old man pass.
Once the group has gone through the door,the knight will take rear guard.

redravin40 · 09-27-2003, 07:42 PM

The good father frowns. In low tones he warns the party,
"I still think it would be best if we were to stick together. This smiling fool does not have my trust in the slightest."
Smiling he steps forward,
"Kind sir, I would like to offer a gift to your master. Perhaps you take it to him."
Reaching into his pouch he takes the splinter of wood encased in resin that he has used before and holds it out to the man.
This would work either way, if the man refused to touch it then much would be known of his nature and if he took to his master then there might be an edge for them.
Since it would return to the pouch if it was just thrown away the risk was worth it.

rogue49 · 09-28-2003, 07:17 AM

* The old man squints at your "gift" and smirks and nods *

"Oh thank you, sir"
"It's always SO nice to get new spices from fellow cooks"
"This will go, oh so well for dinner in the stew"

* And with this he turns slowly with great intent in placing his foot upon the first step up on the spiraling stairwell. *

Beltruckus · 09-28-2003, 11:56 AM

"Do you all realize we are heading back to the beast that nearly killed Darghon, doesn't anyone else see the madness in trusting this old man?"

krazixs · 09-28-2003, 12:21 PM

"Better to have your enemy ahead of you than behind you, personally I'm tired of skulking through this place, whoever's here let's meet them head on we've already lost what little surprise we have." an unusal resiliance has entered the small elf's voice. Something was drawing him deeper and it's insistence was beginning to gnaw at the elf's mind. With that Krazixs moves to follow the old man

GoldenOuroboros · 09-28-2003, 01:46 PM

"Not quite Kentelos.. The 'others' are back down that way.. where we on the other hand will be goin up" he says quietly, he looks up the stairs and follows krazixs..

09-23-2003, 06:36 AM	#921 (permalink)
krazixs Psycho Location: courtin in the kitchen	"It's possible that either way we go we are going to start running into resistance, obviously we've alerted the master of this place, as if he didn't already know we are here." __________________ The Kender in your party has just screamed in fear. Please roll a d20 to see how many of your body parts are still identifiable.

09-23-2003, 07:33 AM	#922 (permalink)
Minx Junkie Location: Up yonder	Still a little shocked with Attrah's callous attitude towards her comrades, D'Aleen is thankful to see that the Father and Krazixs were apparently successful in aiding Darghon. A slight frown flitted across her face as she thought about the trials they would face in the near future. They would need to stick together as a group and stand united in order to succeed. She reminded herself that she knew nothing of the knights past and that he may have very valid reasons for his apparent mistrust and aloof attitude. Sighing she looked to the rest of the group gathered on the landing. "I suggest going through the door.....whichever we choose I agree it should be done with haste. We have, quite obviously, lost any element of surprise we may have had." __________________ You've been a naughty boy....go to my room!

09-23-2003, 01:29 PM	#923 (permalink)
Cubby Insane Location: BC, Canada	Relaxing noticeably when Attrah put his sword away Thantos tosses a quick, "thank god" glance towards D'Aleen and then turns towards Kentelos, thankful he wouldn't have to fight one of his own party. "Kentelos...did you see anything behind that door down the hall? I'm leaving my vote up to you considering you have a little more info at to our current situation. " __________________ Don't be irreplaceable - if you can't be replaced, you can't be promoted!

09-23-2003, 03:18 PM	#925 (permalink)
GoldenOuroboros The Cheshire Grin... Location: An Aussie Outback	(OOC: 'Deadly Silence' Don't like that rogue ) "Yes Kentelos.. This is your choice.." Darghon stands ready.. __________________ Can you see me grin grin grrriiiiinnnning?!

09-23-2003, 04:59 PM	#926 (permalink)
Bob Biter Non-smokers die everyday Location: Montreal	Peering over Kentelos and into the hall, Vinoh speaks in a whisper. "I don't really like what I'm seeing here, but you all know how I dread going downstairs, for perhaps this place has catacombs as well. Therefore, I'm for going through this hall. Any light magic would be most appreciated." Then, thinking back to the powers of Attrah's shield, the mind mage gets an idea. "Attrah, why don't you activate that air bubble again? This could help dispel the fog..." __________________ A plan is just a list of things that don't happen.

09-23-2003, 02:58 PM	#924 (permalink)
rogue49 Loser	Kentelos: * As you glance through the door you note this... A hall stands in deadly silence. The low ceiling sags from heavy beams. A fog clings to the floor in thick patches, obscuring everything less than 3 feet above the floor. You see double doors to your left on the wall near you, and you see a door across from you and one further down. The hall extends farther you can see in the shadows to your left. *

09-23-2003, 07:20 PM	#927 (permalink)
redravin40 Loser Location: With Jadzia	Finding that the various aches and pains that have come age and battle have returned in full force, Father Quadrial limps a bit. He raises his staff and a warm light flows from it out into the hall.

09-23-2003, 09:09 PM	#928 (permalink)
GoldenOuroboros The Cheshire Grin... Location: An Aussie Outback	Darghon notices the father limping and wishes that there was something he could do.. but even he could not turn back time.. "Hey father.. if we need to move quickly I can always just throw you over my shoulder.." Darghon gives Father Quadrial a grin.. Darghon follows the group into the foggy hallway __________________ Can you see me grin grin grrriiiiinnnning?!

09-23-2003, 09:18 PM	#929 (permalink)
krazixs Psycho Location: courtin in the kitchen	Krazixs falls back towards the father. "Here we can both lean on each other" The small elf takes the fathers arm and helps him down the hall. __________________ The Kender in your party has just screamed in fear. Please roll a d20 to see how many of your body parts are still identifiable.

09-24-2003, 06:36 AM	#930 (permalink)
rogue49 Loser	* A giant shadow is cast across the ceiling as a dark figure shuffles purposefully down the corridor towards you. *

09-24-2003, 07:47 AM	#931 (permalink)
Beltruckus Psycho Location: Salt Lake City	Kentelos, looking down the dark hallway decides to light things up a bit and creates fire that sticks to the walls, they almost resemble torches. He also prepares to cast a rather large fireball that will fill the hallway, torching anything in it's path. Speaking low "If you all wouldn't mind letting me lead the way I have something in store if this creature is dangerous and I do not want to hurt any of you." __________________ The most important things are the hardest things to say. They are the things you get ashamed of because words diminish your feelings. Words shrink things that seem timeless when they are in your head to no more than living size when they are brought out. -Stephen King

09-24-2003, 02:39 PM	#932 (permalink)
GoldenOuroboros The Cheshire Grin... Location: An Aussie Outback	Darghon looks over Kentelos shoulder and see the ominous figure walking towards them... "Great.. we just can't win can we.." Darghon prepares himself for anything.. __________________ Can you see me grin grin grrriiiiinnnning?!

09-24-2003, 03:33 PM	#933 (permalink)
Apokx Yo dawg, I herd u like... Location: memes.	The knight raps his shield three times... And while staring ahead at the creature.. "Don't act so suprised by my actions,I would expect no less in return if I had been the one infected.From now on I will hold my ideals to myself." The knight realized his relationship with the group was beginning to sour.Everyone besides himself were friends ...Friendship..love..two of the things Attrah had seen kill more men than the sword.Emotion was poison to the mind. Dismissing his thoughts..the knight readied himself for battle. Last edited by Apokx; 09-24-2003 at 03:46 PM..

09-25-2003, 05:27 AM	#934 (permalink)
rogue49 Loser	In the lighted hall now you see a shriveled old man in tattered clothing slowly shuffling towards you...when he started mumbling. "heh....heh" "must finish the meal" "come, come....lords & ladies you must retire to your rooms" "fancy up, get ready" "dinner will be soon, you need to look you best" "hrmph...heh.....heheheheheehehehehe" cough

09-25-2003, 06:11 AM	#935 (permalink)
Beltruckus Psycho Location: Salt Lake City	Remembering what happened with the last "servant" type Kentelos takes no chances and launches a Ball of fire that fills the hallway at the old man. He hopes that all that will be left is a pile of ash. "Begone servant of the dark master!!" __________________ The most important things are the hardest things to say. They are the things you get ashamed of because words diminish your feelings. Words shrink things that seem timeless when they are in your head to no more than living size when they are brought out. -Stephen King

09-25-2003, 06:45 AM	#936 (permalink)
krazixs Psycho Location: courtin in the kitchen	Upon seeing the unexpected actions of the fire mage, Krazixs throws up a shield around the stranger, hoping that it may save him from a emblazened death. __________________ The Kender in your party has just screamed in fear. Please roll a d20 to see how many of your body parts are still identifiable.

09-25-2003, 06:49 AM	#937 (permalink)
Minx Junkie Location: Up yonder	D'Aleen follows the group into the hall, not liking the looks of the thick fog that obscures their view of any pits or traps that might be there. Watching the old man shuffle down the hallway towards them, she mutters an ancient elven curse under her breath and cocks her bow. Startled, she watches as Kentelos unleashes a fire ball at the old man and, at the same time, a shield is projected around him. Not trusting any servant in this evil place she keeps her arrow trained on him and waits to see what will happen... __________________ You've been a naughty boy....go to my room! Last edited by Minx; 09-25-2003 at 06:53 AM..

09-25-2003, 07:23 AM	#938 (permalink)
Beltruckus Psycho Location: Salt Lake City	Seeing Krazixs shield go up Kentelos attempts to pierce through it and heat the old mans blood to a boiling point. "Krazixs do you not remember what happend with the last servant don't be foolish!" __________________ The most important things are the hardest things to say. They are the things you get ashamed of because words diminish your feelings. Words shrink things that seem timeless when they are in your head to no more than living size when they are brought out. -Stephen King

09-25-2003, 07:35 AM	#939 (permalink)
krazixs Psycho Location: courtin in the kitchen	Krazixs looks at Kentelos with a sorrow filled gaze. "Kentelos, you are right, however I cannot let you kill this man without finding out more about him." Looking at the party who view Krazixs' actions with speculation, the small elf looks very small and afraid. "Some people here are slaves rather than servants. . . I know. . ." __________________ The Kender in your party has just screamed in fear. Please roll a d20 to see how many of your body parts are still identifiable.

09-25-2003, 10:34 AM	#940 (permalink)
GoldenOuroboros The Cheshire Grin... Location: An Aussie Outback	"Sounds like you've fought battles before Krazixs.." Darghon raises a brow "Knowing when to kill and when not to is a knowledge of the highest of warriors.." Darghon looks away back towards the stranger "But sometimes if you make the wrong choice things can come back to haunt you.." "I don't wish to retire to any room, that only means splitting us up.. but I would like to know who we are guests for indeed.." __________________ Can you see me grin grin grrriiiiinnnning?!

09-25-2003, 12:19 PM	#941 (permalink)
rogue49 Loser	* As Krazixs' "fire shield" blocks Kentelos' incredible fireball. The fog is asorbed in the blast, revealing a set of bars making up the back wall of this hall and a second door on further down the wall to your left, and finally a broad set of stairs between them going up. The ancient man doesn't even blink as the blast echoes resoundingly along the hall. He then smiles a toothless grin, and claps his hands together cheerfully. * "hoo-hoo! heh...hehehehehe...cough" "That reminds me....I have to stoke the fires for the meal" "Don't want it to be late now" "Must keep that in mind" "OK, young masters & mistress up to your room" "You must be properly prepared, perhaps a good read while you wait?" "I've got to check on the helpers in the kitchen" "But I do have time to guide you to your room" * He smiles broadly, his grey gums showing with no teeth, and his head nodding up & down approvingly*

09-25-2003, 12:32 PM	#942 (permalink)
krazixs Psycho Location: courtin in the kitchen	Krazixs expells a great sigh of relief, sweat stands prominant on his brow, Kentelos was indeed powerful, it took everything the small elf had just to hold up that shield. __________________ The Kender in your party has just screamed in fear. Please roll a d20 to see how many of your body parts are still identifiable.

09-25-2003, 04:53 PM	#943 (permalink)
Bob Biter Non-smokers die everyday Location: Montreal	Glaring at Kentelos' rather brash initiative that put even his previous actions with the accountant to shame, Vinoh decides to play it safe and use his paralysis on the shuffling servant, so that he may be more manageable. Psychic power: evil eye - paralysis After this, the mind mage turns to the fire wizard: "You would do well to learn from our experience with the accountant above. I acted without much thought and it reaped rather horrendous results, so I hope everyone would rein their tempers, although that may be asking much from one who commands such a volatile force... We are very lucky that Krazixs' magic was able to stop the loss of someone we know nothing about." __________________ A plan is just a list of things that don't happen.

09-25-2003, 07:08 PM	#944 (permalink)
krazixs Psycho Location: courtin in the kitchen	"Vinoh I have an idea" the small elf looks around "Since we didn't have much chance with the book keeper and we currently have this one captive, see if you can delve into his mind and look for some rational thought in his madness" __________________ The Kender in your party has just screamed in fear. Please roll a d20 to see how many of your body parts are still identifiable.

09-25-2003, 07:52 PM	#945 (permalink)
Beltruckus Psycho Location: Salt Lake City	"Well I was only trying to prevent what happend before from happening again. I apologize for acting so hasty, this whole castle has me on edge. Please remember I mostly have just come from a school, seen very little of this so called real world." __________________ The most important things are the hardest things to say. They are the things you get ashamed of because words diminish your feelings. Words shrink things that seem timeless when they are in your head to no more than living size when they are brought out. -Stephen King

09-25-2003, 09:15 PM	#946 (permalink)
Bob Biter Non-smokers die everyday Location: Montreal	"Very well, Kentelos, just take it easy from now on..." Upon hearing Krazixs suggestion, Vinoh tries to find out more from the old man, but not through telepathy, which could prove dangerous on an unstable mind, but rather through empathic reading. While this power is in effect, the mind mage asks the following questions and feels for changes in emotion from the old man, to figure out if he is lying... Psychic power: empathy "So, old man, you wish to take us somewhere. Will we come to any harm? If we refuse to follow, will you be punished? Will there be pain? Do you like being in this place?" __________________ A plan is just a list of things that don't happen.

09-25-2003, 11:18 PM	#947 (permalink)
GoldenOuroboros The Cheshire Grin... Location: An Aussie Outback	Darghon raises an inquisitive eyebrow towards the old toothless man and his antics.. "Intriguing.." Darghon stays at the back of the group and waits for Vinohs reading... __________________ Can you see me grin grin grrriiiiinnnning?!

09-26-2003, 04:07 AM	#948 (permalink)
rogue49 Loser	Vinoh: * Your empathy spell tells you one thing, this old man is extremely happy. *

09-26-2003, 12:21 PM	#949 (permalink)
Minx Junkie Location: Up yonder	Standing protectively beside Krazixs D'Aleen thinks to herself that both Darghon and Vinoh speak wise words. They must not always react so quickly for there can always be some good to be had in every situation. And, they may not always encounter enemies here despite their present situation. Resting the tip of her bow on the ground she looks to the others and lowers her voice slightly... "It may be to our benefit to "befriend" this old man. He obviously knows his way about the keep and he believes us to be guests - he isn't likely to harm us. He could be a valuable source of information without even knowing he is providing it. I say we risk it....especially if Vinoh can keep some control over him." __________________ You've been a naughty boy....go to my room!

09-26-2003, 12:28 PM	#950 (permalink)
Cubby Insane Location: BC, Canada	(OOC: Sorry for the delay all...job interviews and all...) Coming into the hallway just a little late, Thantos only hears the last bit the old man says. Upon hearing D'Aleen's comments Thantos pipes up with. "I agree with D'Aleen. I don't think we should trust this man but we could end up walking around this tomb forever. If this man is a servant of the evil resident of this place then bringing us to the evil is probably a good thing. I say we play along. I have this feeling that nothing bad will happen to us at least until we are at dinner. Regardless, I don't think we should entirely split up. I say we get this man to take pairs or threes of us to the rooms and 1 or 2 people take watch while the other "prepares" for this dinner. Or we can all go and do the same thing but that could take a long time. " Waiting for comments from the others, Thantos moves over to stand next to D'Aleen, trying to gain strength from her while providing some comfort back. __________________ Don't be irreplaceable - if you can't be replaced, you can't be promoted!

09-26-2003, 08:45 PM	#951 (permalink)
Bob Biter Non-smokers die everyday Location: Montreal	"Hmmm... it would seem this man is extremely happy, though whether from genuine contentment or insanity, I am unsure. Perhaps he and the accountant have been stuck here and kept alive for so long without visitors that the only way they can remain functional is to fully embrace their assigned tasks." Vinoh then speaks telepathically to the group. I think we should play along for now and pretend we are official guests. Thantos and D'Aleen can pretend to be diplomatic envoys from a king, Darghon and Kentelos can claim to be representatives from a magic guild, Krazixs and Father Quadrial can say they are clerics from the local denomination, and finally Attrah and Sparrow can be freelancers wandering the land that joined forces. As for I, well I can claim to be an escort that led you all here. Perhaps I may convince this old man to let us pair off into rooms according to my scheme, while I go with him to check up on what's ahead and report back to you telepathically. What do you think? With that, the mind mage releases his mental hold on the old man, so as to ease any suspicions he might have and waits to see if the others choose to play along. __________________ A plan is just a list of things that don't happen.

09-26-2003, 09:57 PM	#952 (permalink)
Beltruckus Psycho Location: Salt Lake City	Listening to Vinoh speaking in his head Kentelos just says "Sounds good. I'm willing." __________________ The most important things are the hardest things to say. They are the things you get ashamed of because words diminish your feelings. Words shrink things that seem timeless when they are in your head to no more than living size when they are brought out. -Stephen King

09-26-2003, 11:08 PM	#953 (permalink)
GoldenOuroboros The Cheshire Grin... Location: An Aussie Outback	Darghon telepaths to Vinoh.. 'Excellent plan my friend..' Darghon plays along with the plan "Well then.. show us to our rooms so that we may wash before our meal.." Darghon smiles and nods slightly.. __________________ Can you see me grin grin grrriiiiinnnning?!

09-27-2003, 04:43 AM	#954 (permalink)
rogue49 Loser	* With a twinkle in his eye and a large smirk and nod The old man turns and starts shuffling towards the door you just came from * "Very good young masters & mistress, please come with me."

09-27-2003, 03:32 PM	#955 (permalink)
Apokx Yo dawg, I herd u like... Location: memes.	Attrah moves out of the way to let the old man pass. Once the group has gone through the door,the knight will take rear guard.