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Nov

2023

Hell Wizard

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Captain Hovrec Brewborn of the Drawven Black Guards just got hold of the news that the northern outpost had been taken by the black knights. The dwarves suffered numerous casualty and many were taken prisoner. He wrote a letter and sent a scout messenger eastward using advanced underground cart travel system built by the sophisticated dwarf technology. The letter was intended to reach none other than Keldagrim, the main capital city of the dwarves.

Humans... What trouble have you gotten us into again.

Captain Hovrec was furious. He punched his short but strong hands against his stone table as he mumbled.

On the other hand, he arranged for the further fortification of his dwarven mine in East Falador, determined not to let the final safe place of the dwarves to be taken by humans, whether it's by the black knights or their counterpart.

*****

Aureus pulled out another loaf of bread and broke it into two. He offered it to Aranel and Garrett,

Here you go. I think both of you haven't had any breakfast yet since we left Falador. You must be hungry.

Aureus unintentionally stared at Aranel's pointed ears for the first time in the sunlight. Although weird for him, it was not too bad.

The elves, they look almost the same as us human. I wonder if we are of the same origin. But it doesn't matter, being good and kind in nature is much more important.

Are we stopping in Port Sarim? Or are we heading east? There's a huge farm house with the entrance just east from here. South Falador Farm. We can get some rest and food there tonight if we wanted to..

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07-Apr-2019 14:26:01

George Rozas

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Garrett chuckled, nodding in affirmation. " True as the sun does shine! Place is filled with them - can't understand a word they were sayin' though, I think the cap'n had some kind of amulet he used ta' talk with 'em, " He explained, getting a brief pause in his stride when Aranel suggested visiting the port on their way through. The next instant he was back to normal, nodding along with Joric's mentions of the various ports around the land - albeit scowling at the mention of Mos Le Harmless. " That damnable island is a scourge to good sailing folk! "

From there he listened to Joric talk about what brought him down this far, his shining description of the dwarven capital city all leading into Annie bursting out of her silence with a cheer as she carried a fireball in hand. Garrett quirked an eyebrow.

" Huh, guess the kid actually does have magic. Who'd have thought it? " He laughed, shaking his head with some amusement. " We ain't too far now, maybe 'bout another couple hours walk at most. " He paused for a moment as Aureus spoke up, offering them some bread which the sailor took gratefully - his stomach rumbling at the smell of food. The man in gold went on to ask if they'd actually be stopping in Port Sarim or not, offering an alternative of a large farm house along the east road where they could rest for the night.

Garrett was familiar with the place, but another thought came to mind that he was conflicted about. A few seconds of mental struggle made him inwardly sigh, then look around at the group.

" Actually, there's an inn on the eastern side of the port - it'd be easy to stop there for the night if we're visiting, and it'd save us havin' to head north again to reach the farm. " He shrugged, something slightly off in his expression even as he smiled. " Place is cheap too! Used to stay there all the time, lemme tell ya'. "

A beat, then he looked back at Annie who had casually dropped a bomb of her own.

" Wait, what? " I am Inferi.

07-Apr-2019 15:53:43

Riniya

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Aranel smiler at Garretts explanation of how they spoke to the ghosts at Port Phaysmus. She too accepted the bread, but went back to walk beside Garrett. She noticed a brief change in him when she mentioned stopping by the port but stayed quiet, deciding not to mention it. She also wanted him to elaborate on his magic but as they were still getting to know each other did not want to push him yet, maybe over a drink at this inn he “Maybe we should go to the inn, Aureus. Garrett had been this way before, I feel he wouldn’t lead us wrong. But let’s leave it up to the group to vote. “

Aranel turned her gaze to Annie as she revealed her heritage, but remind silent instead thinking : if she is only half elf then she wouldn’t know who I am. I think I’m safe for a bit longer

There isn't one.

07-Apr-2019 17:12:44 - Last edited on 07-Apr-2019 18:24:15 by Riniya

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2011

Annie1227

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Annie walked with the other people in her group enjoying the nature around her. She heard them an inn. She didn’t know how she thought about going to an inn because she was afraid that Sir Amik would find them there. Then said in a calm but scared at the same time,

”I don’t know if we should stay at that inn because Sir Amik might find us there.”

Then she said to Garrett,”

My mom is an elf and my dad is human.

-Dances-

07-Apr-2019 18:13:19 - Last edited on 07-Apr-2019 18:18:28 by Annie1227

NotFishing

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Joric Ironfist

For the time being, Joric decided to ignore the confusing discussion about elves and magic, for as a dwarf, he had experience with neither. He also wasn't sure how much of it was serious or how much of it was in jest.

"Listen 'ere, friend," Joric approached Aureus with a serious expression, and reached up to put a hand on the taller man's shoulder. "When I see a lad like you, wearing a mask like that, I don't think 'oh, he's just a traveller, nobody special.' No, I think 'this lad wants to kill me, scoop out my eyes, and roger my sockets.' And my response ta that is to pull out ol Addy 'ere and chase 'em off. If you don't want to be recognized, just put on a 'ood, keep your 'ead down, and don't make eye contact. That mask draws more suspicion, not less."

---

Gareth

Gareth was tense as he approached Falador castle.

It was a deliberate tension. Not the tension of a man who was walking into an enemy's stronghold, but the tension of a lowborn blacksmith who had never stepped seen the inside of a palace in his entire life. He stopped, in view of the guards, and appeared to marvel at the castle's high walls and towers. Then he took a deep breath, crossed the bridge, and approached.

"I'm Guh-" he cleared his throat, "-Gareth. Sir Amik Varze summoned me here?"

---

In the Mines

Alas, no message could be sent to Keldagrim, for the Black Knights had collapsed the tunnel leading back to the great Dwarven city. Beneath the gold, the Bitter Steel.

07-Apr-2019 18:39:25 - Last edited on 07-Apr-2019 18:39:47 by NotFishing

George Rozas

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Garrett looked between Annie and Aranel, blinking a few times before squinting at Annie - then shaking his head. " Well, I can't see it. Ya' don't look elven ta' me, kid, " He said, shrugging the odd reveal off. Frankly, he had no idea if it was true or not - Annie looked as human as they came, Aranel definitely had a far more distinctively inhuman look to her. " Might explain that magic of yours though... Is havin' that innate magic normal among elves? " He asked Aranel.

Then, as if remembering the kid had said something else he paused and looked back at her again. She was scared that Sir Amik would come after her, which made sense, she couldn't have been older than twelve or thirteen - this whole situation must've been new and terrifying.

" Doubt he'd chase us down this far out, the man's probably got all kinds of things ta' be doin' after that attack. Ain't the time ta' be chasin' a bunch of travelers who ain't got any ties to the kingdom, magic or no, " He reassured Annie, waving off her concerns with an easy smile. " Besides, the only other options are that farm house - which is closer to the city than the port - or campin' out off the road. Both are just as likely ta' be checked out as an inn, even if the fella did have the gall ta' send someone after us. " I am Inferi.

07-Apr-2019 18:50:30

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2011

Annie1227

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Annie nodded but still not convinced that Sir Amik won’t go after them. She felt so scared of everything that just happened especially learning that she has magic powers. She is also very happy that all her wounds don’t hurt anymore. Then asked,

”Which one do you guys think would be safer to stay?”

-Dances-

07-Apr-2019 19:04:26 - Last edited on 07-Apr-2019 19:09:19 by Annie1227

Nov

2023

Hell Wizard

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Yes, I have to agree with Garrett. An inn near the port would be a better idea. Sorry I haven't been this way before I am not too well versed with places available around here. But I think Garrett is right. It'd be far more comfortable than a farm house too.

said Aureus.

Annie, don't worry. Now that Aranel is back to her full strength, and I believe Garrett has too. They'll protect us. Besides, Sir Amik will not chase us this far. He has a city to defend. Trust us? Okay?

said Aureus as he tried to pat Annie's head and reassure her.

Two-two had been very quiet throughout the journey. Aureus was worried about her,

Hey are you alright? Are you feeling the effect of the knocks you sustained from the battle yesterday? Or are you hungry?

Aureus took the last loaf of his bread, broke it into two and offered half to Two-Two, himself taking a bite on the other half.

Aureus listened to Joric as he told him how paradoxically useless is the mask. He was shocked as much as enlightened by what he said, and he quickly removed the mask.

Yeah may be you're right, there's no reason for me to wear this scary mask. At least not when we are still safe out here. You really think it'd make me look more suspicious?

He said as he kept the mask safe in his backpack.

The group was just walking peacefully among the woods. But suddenly Aureus heard noises coming from the path ahead, there were some people hiding there. But Aureus was not sure what's ahead or if he had heard it right.

Aranel! Garrett! Joric! You heard that? What's in front? I think someone's there. Who could we encounter here on this part of the road?

Here for nostalgia and all the times RS has provided me with boundless imagination and creativity.

07-Apr-2019 19:10:04 - Last edited on 07-Apr-2019 19:15:57 by Hell Wizard

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2011

Annie1227

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Annie repiled trying to get calm,

”Ok. I trust you guys. I am sorry for worrying about Sir Amik coming after us.

She took some big breaths to calm her worry. Then she heard Aureus and drew her dagger just in case she needed to fight. -Dances-

07-Apr-2019 19:21:38 - Last edited on 07-Apr-2019 19:35:35 by Annie1227

Riniya

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Aranel listed as the group spoke in turn. Garrett turned to her and questioned about elves with magic. Should I tel him? She seemed to have an internal debate with herself before relenting. “Yes Garrett. All elves possess natural magic. The kind where runes are not required. To be honest, I wouldn’t be surprised if you have an elf in your ancestors somewhere, since you too have magic. But, I am sure there are other ways for non-elves to possess that ability that I am not aware of. Not everything with magic revolves around elves. Annie does not look like an elf, that is true. Because she is not a pure elf. Our characteristics easily recess when we have children with non-elves. I am of pure lineage. “ She gestured to her ears.

“Annie. I am not worried about Sir Amik coming this far out after us. He will stay behind to protect the city. I really feel and agree with Garrett. The best place for us tonight is the inn. “. Aranel listened as Joric questioned Aureus about his mask, resulting in him removing it completely. Aureus shouted about a noise he heard, but Aranel didn’t hear it. To be safe though, she threw her hood back up and put her facecloth back on, drawing her bow and holding it at the ready by her side.

**********

Sir Amik sat in his throne room and watched as the blacksmith from earlier was brought before him. He stared at the man for quite some time before speaking. “Do you know where the group from earlier have gone? Why did you not join them?”

**********

The group of 5 dwarves who fled Falador towards Port Sarim kept pace, running as fast as their legs could take them. They eventually came upon a group walking in the same direction they were heading. They approached with a loud clanking of their metal Armour.

There isn't one.

07-Apr-2019 19:43:51 - Last edited on 07-Apr-2019 19:45:52 by Riniya

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