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Icefian Campaign => Reluctant Heroes => Topic started by: Asinjin on December 31, 2014, 10:10:43 AM
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Kerkly doesn't do much of any talking, he goes back to the Veil as soon as is possible without inconveniencing anyone.
Benlin seems confused and follows him a bit but is otherwise accessible to talk.
Asinjin has a wry smile and shakes his head a lot. Every other comment between cough in a conversation with him includes derogatory comments about the clergy of Falan and the religion in general. Note this is after we leave their temple.
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List of Deaths - according to Asinjin:
Imberb - nice to cross and enemy off the list
Malfeseus - he is crossed of the list, but knowing he was so fooled into this, the level of fear he inspires drops dramatically
Cydney - if the little we knew of the last of her life is any indication, she is in a better place now
Balthazar and fellow high cleric - Sad for them, Falan and the faith had this coming for their foolishness
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Rubius will help in whatever capacity he can. I first ask Falan if there's anything I can do to help him or his followers restore order here in the temple. Pending his answer, I help the choir members come to and restore their strength with a bit of food and drink, assuming I can get them to regain consciousness. I'll then make my way out to the horde of followers who were zombified by the glowing plutonium rod of unchecked evil.
After things are in relative order, I ask Falan, Allanda, and anyone else there who is of significant power about what the next steps are to prevent this new undead aspect from getting into the wrong hands. If I can help, I will. If not, I head back to the Veil with Kerkly to see my family.
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Since Roland doesn't want the sword, who does he want to take it?
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Parker will take the sword and put it in his vault
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Since Roland doesn't want the sword, who does he want to take it?
Escalon takes the sword. "If we determine it is not inherently evil, and I suspect it is not, I will deliver it to you if you still desire."
"Keeper Andest, I will return us to the Vale as soon as we have assessed the situation here. While we were subduing the mob it appeared there were several teleportations out of the Black Field. I mean to speak with the high clerics of Falan in Messada and Mydyr. One of them will need to come here and take charge, though I suspect they were at best willfully blind to what was to transpire here."
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List of Deaths - according to Asinjin:
Imberb - nice to cross and enemy off the list
Malfeseus - he is crossed of the list, but knowing he was so fooled into this, the level of fear he inspires drops dramatically
Cydney - if the little we knew of the last of her life is any indication, she is in a better place now
Balthazar and fellow high cleric - Sad for them, Falan and the faith had this coming for their foolishness
Before departing Falan resurrects Cydney and disintigrates Imberb's remains.
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Kerkly nods at Escalon's words and says nothing.
Asinjin, overhearing asks, "There were teleportation flashes out of the black field? Is that the field where the religion was keeping an untold amount of undead for centuries?" cough cough
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Rubius will help in whatever capacity he can. I first ask Falan if there's anything I can do to help him or his followers restore order here in the temple. Pending his answer, I help the choir members come to and restore their strength with a bit of food and drink, assuming I can get them to regain consciousness. I'll then make my way out to the horde of followers who were zombified by the glowing plutonium rod of unchecked evil.
After things are in relative order, I ask Falan, Allanda, and anyone else there who is of significant power about what the next steps are to prevent this new undead aspect from getting into the wrong hands. If I can help, I will. If not, I head back to the Veil with Kerkly to see my family.
Falan smiles at your offer and for the first time you feel somewhat uncomfortable. "No thank you Mr. Humperdink, though you are a credit to your people for offering."
Falan then goes over to the choir and as he stands before them they all begin to recover. As they become aware of Falan's presence most begin weeping and praising him. He quietly thanks them and instructs them to remain here in the residence until a new high cleric can be selected or Bladelore can be returned.
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Kerkly nods at Escalon's words and says nothing.
Asinjin, overhearing asks, "There were teleportation flashes out of the black field? Is that the field where the religion was keeping an untold amount of undead for centuries?" cough cough
"So it would appear. Would you like to assist in determining who or what they were?"
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Who is that asking him?
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After things are in relative order, I ask Falan, Allanda, and anyone else there who is of significant power about what the next steps are to prevent this new undead aspect from getting into the wrong hands. If I can help, I will. If not, I head back to the Veil with Kerkly to see my family.
Allanda seems fascinated, almost mesmerized, by the cylinder but does not approach within ten feet. Escalon watches it intently for a few moments. After ensuring that no one is nearby, he unleashes his celestial aura at its full intensity. Rather than engulfing the cylinder and overwhelming its green radiance, the pure white light ends abruptly where it meets the dim green aura.
When he ends the assault a look of concern is visible on his face. With no trace of deference he says to Falan: "Can you remove this vile thing from the temple? Send it to the depths of the ocean perhaps?"
Falan says: "No, I cannot. I doubt any power short of the Oldest Orc, perhaps Habastly or Dedestroyt, can affect it in anyway by magic. Lord Arishimoto and his allies forced Marius to end the ritual too soon."
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When he ends the assault a look of concern is visible on his face. With no trace of deference he says to Falan: "Can you remove this vile thing from the temple? Send it to the depths of the ocean perhaps?"
Hearing this, Asinjin looks concerned, and asks, "Do you know what is currently at the ocean depths?"
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Hearing this, Asinjin looks concerned, and asks, "Do you know what is currently at the ocean depths?"
"Yes, and while not ideal, far fewer wicked creatures and powers would have access to it there than on land. Still, I grant you, some further consideration is warranted. Assuming we can move it at all."
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Falan says: "No, I cannot. I doubt any power short of the Oldest Orc, perhaps Habastly or Dedestroyt, can affect it in anyway by magic. Lord Arishimoto and his allies forced Marius to end the ritual too soon."
Pardon me for asking Lord Falan, but have you any idea what Marius had left to be accomplished before we intervened? If the ceremony was cut short, does that mean you still wield some power over the undead? Is it possible, albeit unlikely, that he has any power over you or your actions in your current state of flux?
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Pardon me for asking Lord Falan, but have you any idea what Marius had left to be accomplished before we intervened? If the ceremony was cut short, does that mean you still wield some power over the undead? Is it possible, albeit unlikely, that he has any power over you or your actions in your current state of flux?
"I'm sorry Mr. Humperdink, I think I will discuss such matters with Lady Melodie before anyone else; except to say to your last two questions: no."
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List of Deaths - according to Asinjin:
Imberb - nice to cross and enemy off the list
Malfeseus - he is crossed of the list, but knowing he was so fooled into this, the level of fear he inspires drops dramatically
Cydney - if the little we knew of the last of her life is any indication, she is in a better place now
Balthazar and fellow high cleric - Sad for them, Falan and the faith had this coming for their foolishness
Ari strips Imberb and Malfeseus of their possessions. "Asinjin, can you check these 2 for magic? I have a very expensive bow to replace."
Malfeseus is still alive, yes?
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Parker will take the sword and put it in his vault
No.
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Kerkly nods at Escalon's words and says nothing.
Asinjin, overhearing asks, "There were teleportation flashes out of the black field? Is that the field where the religion was keeping an untold amount of undead for centuries?" cough cough
Yeah, about that black field...I'm going to need some more info on that thing. A weapon of mass destruction in the middle of the city that I am responsible for is not something I plan on ignoring.
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Ari strips Imberb and Malfeseus of their possessions. "Asinjin, can you check these 2 for magic? I have a very expensive bow to replace."
Malfeseus isn't still alive, yes?
Malfesseus is barely alive but Falan has disintigrated Imberb and his belongings.
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Yeah, about that black field...I'm going to need some more info on that thing. A weapon of mass destruction in the middle of the city that I am responsible for is not something I plan on ignoring.
Escalon says: "Hopefully Clement of Pacyr or the high cleric of Messada will be forthcoming. It seems to me a prison whose warden has just abdicated."
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So that I don't forget for 11 months would you all PM/email me your levels so I can give prompt xp
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Escalon says: "Hopefully Clement of Pacyr or the high cleric of Messada will be forthcoming. It seems to me a prison whose warden has just abdicated."
My statement was mostly directed to Falan.
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My statement was mostly directed to Falan.
He does not seem to notice. He appears immersed in his thoughts, like a person rediscovering a lost part of their life. He and Allanda (and Bigtop) depart without further comment.
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"So it would appear. Would you like to assist in determining who or what they were?"
Who asked Asinjin this?
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Malfesseus is barely alive but Falan has disintigrated Imberb and his belongings.
Asinjin collect a piece of Malfeseus and of Imberb as well. "In case they return, I will be able to easily find them."
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Who asked Asinjin this?
You were responding to Escalon and he replied to you.
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Asinjin collect a piece of Malfeseus and of Imberb as well. "In case they return, I will be able to easily find them."
Malfesseus is no problem. Imberb is completely gone.
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You were responding to Escalon and he replied to you.
How could he have replied, I never answered his question. I was waiting to know who asked before I answered.
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How could he have replied, I never answered his question. I was waiting to know who asked before I answered.
Your question was in response to Escalon's statement about the teleportations. Escalon replied to your question.
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He does not seem to notice. He appears immersed in his thoughts, like a person rediscovering a lost part of their life. He and Allanda (and Bigtop) depart without further comment.
Wait a second, not so fast! What do we do with this thing (http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20111122024359/simpsons/images/a/a7/In_rod_we_trust.jpg)? Who are you leaving in charge?
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Your question was in response to Escalon's statement about the teleportations. Escalon replied to your question.
Hold on, Escalon in character asked me: "Would you like to assist in determining who or what they were?"
Then I asked, out of character at the time because I was not sure; Who is asking me this?
Escalon can't reply to that question.
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Hold on, Escalon in character asked me: "Would you like to assist in determining who or what they were?"
Then I asked, out of character at the time because I was not sure; Who is asking me this?
Escalon can't reply to that question.
Escalon said:
"Keeper Andest, I will return us to the Vale as soon as we have assessed the situation here. While we were subduing the mob it appeared there were several teleportations out of the Black Field. I mean to speak with the high clerics of Falan in Messada and Mydyr. One of them will need to come here and take charge, though I suspect they were at best willfully blind to what was to transpire here."
Asinjin said: Asinjin, overhearing asks, "There were teleportation flashes out of the black field? Is that the field where the religion was keeping an untold amount of undead for centuries?" cough cough
Escalon said: "So it would appear. Would you like to assist in determining who or what they were?"
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Right, and then I asked who asked the last question, which in the original post did not have a character linked to it.
Now that I know who asked that, I respond,
"I have little interest in cleaning up the mess of fools who should have known better." cough cough
"However, I will not condemn innocents to suffer. So if help is needed in finding these creatures I will. Is there any sort of listing of what powerful creatures were trapped there? Those capable of teleporting? Are the rest of the creatures now able to flee from the field?" cough cough
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"I have little interest in cleaning up the mess of fools who should have known better." cough cough
"However, I will not condemn innocents to suffer. So if help is needed in finding these creatures I will. Is there any sort of listing of what powerful creatures were trapped there? Those capable of teleporting? Are the rest of the creatures now able to flee from the field?" cough cough
Escalon says: "We will need answers to those questions from one of the high clerics when they arrive. I saw eight flashes and I am certain none left in my direction by other means."
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No.
completely fake 'innocent' look. "What"
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Someone get some constables in here, this place is officially a crime scene. Don't let any of those clerics leave until we get their names and statements.
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Someone get some constables in here, this place is officially a crime scene. Don't let any of those clerics leave until we get their names and statements.
This statements gets some strange looks from the Bladelords but no one moves to leave.
While you are waiting for the constables, Aezir disappears.
After a few moments those of you in the telepathic bond hear in your minds: "It would appear my time on Habololy is at an end for the time being. I strongly encourage you destroy the Dabau's Ring. You have already seen the trouble one can cause. Good hearted beings everywhere are in your debt for defeating Imberb. Hopefully we will meet again."
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Kerkly responds, "Goodbye Aezir, I hope the next time we meet, it will go better."
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Kerkly responds, "Goodbye Aezir, I hope the next time we meet, it will go better."
"Farewell Keeper, may your swords be always sharp but seldom needed. I think it is too soon to judge how this has gone."
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prompt
"You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means."
- Inigo Montoya
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So that I don't forget for 11 months would you all PM/email me your levels so I can give prompt xp
"Inconceivable!"
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"Inconceivable!"
Only half have replied to my request
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Ari mentally notes the crimes that we can charge the church of Falan with. So far we have possession of 2 weapons of mass destruction (the inanimate carbon rod and the black field), inciting a riot, treason (conspiring with a known agent of Nilas'Anor).
What are my odds of getting an arrest warrant for Falan?
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Ari mentally notes the crimes that we can charge the church of Falan with. So far we have possession of 2 weapons of mass destruction (the inanimate carbon rod and the black field), inciting a riot, treason (conspiring with a known agent of Nilas'Anor).
What are my odds of getting an arrest warrant for Falan?
Asinjin smiles between coughs.
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Ari mentally notes the crimes that we can charge the church of Falan with. So far we have possession of 2 weapons of mass destruction (the inanimate carbon rod and the black field), inciting a riot, treason (conspiring with a known agent of Nilas'Anor).
What are my odds of getting an arrest warrant for Falan?
Slim
What's the carbon rod?
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What's the carbon rod?
The unchecked power of the undead contained in a Simpsonesque rod shaped container.
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The unchecked power of the undead contained in a Simpsonesque rod shaped container.
I wouldn't say unchecked, Parker is scrutinizing it as the rest of this is going on...
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I wouldn't say unchecked, Parker is scrutinizing it as the rest of this is going on...
I meant unclaimed and raw power rather than unexamined. Nevertheless, I get the impression Parker is going for a Gaurdians of the Galaxy style infinity gem theft here. Seize the canister and hope it doesn' t kill you. Does Parker feel there's good money to be had in being the new god of the undead?
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Being the new god.....no Controlling the new god........well.........
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I wouldn't say unchecked, Parker is scrutinizing it as the rest of this is going on...
What exactly is involved in your scrutinizing?
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The unchecked power of the undead contained in a Simpsonesque rod shaped container.
I think of rods as slim. This is squat.
(It's also a direct homage to a classic horror movie)
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What exactly is involved in your scrutinizing?
I don't recall if anyone 'in-game' said that that the spell was not completed. Parker was going to use his bard-like knowledge about both Evil organizations and Magic items to see if he could determine if a) the ritual/casting/whatever was finished correctly, b) what exactly this thing is now (but was going to do it through email not on the boards)
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I don't recall if anyone 'in-game' said that that the spell was not completed. Parker was going to use his bard-like knowledge about both Evil organizations and Magic items to see if he could determine if a) the ritual/casting/whatever was finished correctly, b) what exactly this thing is now (but was going to do it through email not on the boards)
We can flesh that out in email as Parker is sure it will take some research. However, Parker's initial impression of the cylinder is that it reminds him of the Heart of Belarek.
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Being the new god.....no Controlling the new god........well.........
Parker! Get away from that thing.
And where are those damn constables! Astrek...go fetch them.
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Parker! Get away from that thing.
And where are those damn constables! Astrek...go fetch them.
Thirty constables, all Icefians, no Scaled Elves, arrive after about fifteen minutes.
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I find the commanding officers and pull them aside.
"Have your men tend to the clerics over there. First off, make sure they are all okay. Don't let anyone leave. Get their names and ranks within the church. Based on what I just witnessed, the church of Falan was knowingly conspiring with Nilas'Anor to create an artifact of dark power. I want all of these clerics interrogated for aiding in that ritual. Individually. Same with those 4 Bladelords. Find out who is in charge of the Temple, what they each know about 'the Severing' that they just participated in here today, if they knew Balthazar and Temmly were imposters, what they know about this...thing (inanimate carbon rod), what the last thing they remember is.
If I learn they are covering something up, withholding information, or not being truthful, I will charge them with treason for conspiring against the Kingdom. I'm tired of being stonewalled by this stupid organization; we are going to get some answers. And someone will be held accountable for what transpired here today."
Ari is noticeably agitated and Asinjin-like in his surlyness.
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Upon hearing this, Asinjin stands a little taller, coughs a little less, and becomes more helpful.
"I will prepare the Inquisition spells."
Kerkly is long gone and when he hears of this is even more somber, but says little and does not get involved.
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I find the commanding officers and pull them aside.
"Have your men tend to the clerics over there. First off, make sure they are all okay. Don't let anyone leave. Get their names and ranks within the church. Based on what I just witnessed, the church of Falan was knowingly conspiring with Nilas'Anor to create an artifact of dark power. I want all of these clerics interrogated for aiding in that ritual. Individually. Same with those 4 Bladelords. Find out who is in charge of the Temple, what they each know about 'the Severing' that they just participated in here today, if they knew Balthazar and Temmly were imposters, what they know about this...thing (inanimate carbon rod), what the last thing they remember is.
If I learn they are covering something up, withholding information, or not being truthful, I will charge them with treason for conspiring against the Kingdom. I'm tired of being stonewalled by this stupid organization; we are going to get some answers. And someone will be held accountable for what transpired here today."
Ari is noticeably agitated and Asinjin-like in his surlyness.
The most senior deputies there are sergeants. They round up all the clerics but give Sir William and the Bladelords a wide berth. They send for a watch commander who, after a quick briefing, looks horrified and sends for the First Deputy.
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The first deputy and her assistant arrive after about an hour. She takes a report from the most senior deputy present and looks horrified.
Giving a worried look to the rounded up clerics, and the seemingly unconcerned Bladelords, she approaches Ari.
"Lord Arishimoto, what would you have me do here? I fear I will need to send word to the High Constable based on what I have heard."
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I expect the clergy Falan to be held accountable for concealing the nature of the black field, unleashing numerous powerful undead from it, and conspiring with Nilas'Anor to create this artifact of ultimate evil in the middle of the city I have sworn to protect. Their actions today have shown me that this church and its patron have no consideration for the safety of this Kingdom's citizens and are willing to ally themselves with humanity's greatest enemies if there is personal gain to be had. They think they can walk the line between Darkness and Light. I intend to prove to them that the Kingdom will not tolerate that. That I will not tolerate that.
Take them all into custody until we sort this out. Once we figure out who their leadership is I want them charged with conspiracy and terrorism. Arrest the blade lords for obstruction of justice.
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I expect the clergy Falan to be held accountable for concealing the nature of the black field, unleashing numerous powerful undead from it, and conspiring with Nilas'Anor to create this artifact of ultimate evil in the middle of the city I have sworn to protect. Their actions today have shown me that this church and its patron have no consideration for the safety of this Kingdom's citizens and are willing to ally themselves with humanity's greatest enemies if there is personal gain to be had. They think they can walk the line between Darkness and Light. I intend to prove to them that the Kingdom will not tolerate that. That I will not tolerate that.
Take them all into custody until we sort this out. Once we figure out who their leadership is I want them charged with conspiracy and terrorism. Arrest the blade lords for obstruction of justice.
The first deputy blinks several times. "I will begin by cataloging all of the names of those present. I will also attempt to see if there are any missing, though the church of Falan is not noted for its record keeping. In the meantime I will send the High Constable. I don't believe I have jurisdiction to carry out some of your orders."
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How long do each of you remain at the temple?
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Kerkly leaves as soon as it is clear there is no more danger to anyone.
Asinjin hangs out to see the aftermath of Ari's orders.
Benlin leaves quickly and waits to take Kerkly home.
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Rubius will stay as long as he feels he can be of service to Ari or those who were injured. If he is dismissed or impedes the investigation in any way, he will leave.
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Someone has to physically drag Parker away
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Sha'Ar leaves when the Governer does. She stands there glaring picking shards of Iron Golum out of her Guissarm, giving anyone who gets close a measuring look.
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After about two and a half hours two Sakor'Akai arrive. Both are tall, even for their race. One is dark, forest, green with some lighter offsets. His scales have a worn, burnished quality. His mask is a detailed relief of a battle scene and made of adamantium. He has light, worn boots, bracers which match his mask and a bastard sword with a curved blade on his back. A tabard of the Kingdom covers ring mail shirt.
The second is a dark purplish blue, his mask is an ink rubbed blue bearing the symbol of the kingdom. His boots are heavy, exotic leather and his gloves match. He has a stout staff of Icefian Ironwood.
They survey the room in quiet conversation, appearing impassive behind their masks, but with more than a little head shaking.
After a few minutes the green hued one speaks. "Lord Governor, I am Wilar Tel'Cu. This, gesturing to his right, is Humail A'Dalcendor, the Royal Marshal. The High Constable and Lady Protector have sent us to assist you."
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After a few minutes the green hued one speaks. "Lord Governor, I am Wilar Tel'Cu. This, gesturing to his right, is Humail A'Dalcendor, the Royal Marshal. The High Constable and Lady Protector have sent us to assist you."
Well, thank you both for coming. I'm sure you've been thoroughly briefed, so please don't let me slow you down. Arrest away.
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Well, thank you both for coming. I'm sure you've been thoroughly briefed, so please don't let me slow you down. Arrest away.
Both chuckle, a decidedly inhuman sound, and the Marshal says: "Your reputation as a man of action precedes you Lord Arishimoto. A trait common to nearly every Feyalin I've ever met in fact. I am here to aid you in determining if charges are appropriate. General Tel'Cu is here . . . , to assist me."
Tel'Cu says: "I have a long history with the Scaled Elves, including most of their leaders."
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Both chuckle, a decidedly inhuman sound, and the Marshal says: "Your reputation as a man of action precedes you Lord Arishimoto. A trait common to nearly every Feyalin I've ever met in fact. I am here to aid you in determining if charges are appropriate. General Tel'Cu is here . . . , to assist me."
Tel'Cu says: "I have a long history with the Scaled Elves, including most of their leaders."
Well, I'm sure you both know everything I have told the First Deputy and the High Constable. So...what are you waiting for?