User:Ysselt/LadyP1997

Lady P (possibly first appearance?) 1997

[Observatory, Third Level]
A darkly-finished lunat tripod stands in the alcove's southwest corner, a polished brass telescope balancing lightly at its peak.

A crimson-robed lich just arrived.

It is your typical crimson-robed lich.

It is in good shape.

It has nothing at this time.

You say, "hello"
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Pardon, are you using that?"
You smile at a crimson-robed lich.
You say, "go ahead"

A crimson-robed lich points at the telescope
Kevile begins to advance towards the crimson-robed lich.
Kevile stops advancing on the crimson-robed lich.
Kevile retreats from combat.
A crimson-robed lich says, "Thank you."
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Kevile?"
You say, "kevile stop"
A crimson-robed lich asks, "What are you doing?"
A crimson-robed lich shakes her head and mutters as she leans over the telescope.
A crimson-robed lich takes a leatherbound journal from her robes and begins taking hasty notes.
Kevile asks, "who are you?"
A crimson-robed lich says, "P.. Is the name that I go by."
A crimson-robed lich says, "And do not, I stress, call me a lich again."
A crimson-robed lich says, "I fail to understand why you people continue to make such a mistake."
Botrol asks, "Sorry P, what happens if we call you the "L" word again??"
A crimson-robed lich curtsies, then goes back to looking through the telescope.
A crimson-robed lich says, "Botrol, you betray your poor eyesight and worse breeding, that's what."
A crimson-robed lich says, "This is truly astounding... Unnerving, but astounding. No, thank you, I have all I need right here."
Napaea asks, "What is, P?"
A crimson-robed lich begins sketching a large constellation.
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Kevile, what we're seeing is the dawn of a wonderful, wonderful event. Can you observe the Mongoose?"
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Do you see that comet?"
A crimson-robed lich says, "Look, everyone, by all means. Focus upon the Mongoose, it's in thenortheastern hemisphere."
A crimson-robed lich says, "You won't see the like of this again for quite, quite some time."
A crimson-robed lich nods emphatically, neckbones creaking.
A crimson-robed lich says, "The comet currently crossing the Mongoose is, according to my calculations, the heavenly body known as 'Comet Bloodworm'."
Caaster says, "Is this a good or an evil sign"
A crimson-robed lich says, "Bloodworm is only visible from Elanthia once every several hundred years."
A crimson-robed lich says, "Well, Caaster, it is said that Bloodworm and the Mongoose are symbolically linked.."
A crimson-robed lich says, "As the Mongoose represents divinity, the Bloodworm is a challenge to divinity."
A crimson-robed lich says, "Now, how you wish to take this, is open to interpretation -- for anexample.."
A crimson-robed lich says, "The comet appeared on the eve, it is said, of the signing of the Lunar Accord.."

You gaze through the telescope at the constellation of The Mongoose.
The Mongoose, symbol of Rutilor, defender of the Gods, is a cluster of twelve stars perched near The Cobra whose outline gives the appearance of a small mongoose with beady red eyes.
A crimson comet is silhouetted against the Mongoose, looking almost like a falling star.
You have not yet been taught to observe the constellation of The Mongoose properly.
You learn nothing which will aid in making a prediction.

A crimson-robed lich says, "It heralded that great event, signifying that the seven races, uniting to create such great magic together, were making a 'challenge' to the Gods themselves."
A crimson-robed lich says, "On another hand, it also appeared on the eve of Emperor Chezarek's death, towards the dawn of the Seven-Starred Empire.."
A crimson-robed lich says, "That particular Emperor had a lust for power beyond imagination, and made a pact with dark forces to grant him the form of a demigod."

A crimson-robed lich says, "I would say yes, great change is in the air. Or rather, the POTENTIAL of great change."
A crimson-robed lich says, "A challenge, after all, can be met or failed."
A crimson-robed lich says, "It is even rumored that Bloodworm appeared when the World Dragon first shattered the fourth moon. However, that is not so much historical fact as folklore."
Chiromancy recites:

"An artisan will become his final work,

When the stars begin tofall.

The first Deceiver re-awoken --

And its brethren hear the call."

A crimson-robed lich says, "If nothing else, it is a wonderful opportunity to see something that generations to come will only be able to imagine."
A crimson-robed lich smiles.
A crimson-robed lich says, "Then again, I become enthusiastic about celestial phenomona."
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Yes, Gwyrthur?"
Gwyrthur asks, "May I ask one very pointed question?"
A crimson-robed lich says, "Certainly, just be civil."
A crimson-robed lich chuckles softly.
Gwyrthur asks, "Is it possible that those of evil intent could break the compact?"
A crimson-robed lich asks, "That.. That would not be up to the forces of evil, but rather to the good people who belong to the guild, would it not?"
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Raynedust?"
Raynedust says, "I would defer to Gwyr's question was my own."
Raynedust says, "Others have questions, thank ye."
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Ahh.. Botrol?"
Syndalius says, "what if we fail what then"
A crimson-robed lich says, "Syndalus, for that, you'd best ask the Gods. I am only a scholar."
Botrol asks, "Oh sorry, um who controls sych potential as was mentioned before?"
Botrol says, "I mean such potential"
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Botrol, that is a question for philosophers and mages alike -- do the stars control our destinies, or do they merely advise us of them?"
A crimson-robed lich says, "Whether the Bloodworm creates crisis, or heralds it, is not so relevant as the crisis itself."
Makili asks, "what is the lich doing?"
You exclaim, "her name is P Makili!"
A crimson-robed lich says, "Makili.. There is no. Bloody. Lich. Hre."
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Lovelorn?"
Lovelorn asks, "Might you know if other books of history will appear soon?"
A crimson-robed lich says, "I can only hope that they will."
Raynedust raises her hand.
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Raynedust?"
Raynedust asks, "Ms P do ye know our high council mayhap please?"
Chiromancy raises his hand.
A crimson-robed lich continues to peer through the telescope, sketching down notes and pictures in her journal.
A crimson-robed lich says, "Yes, yes, I'm familiar with all that. Bearocracy is, sadly, unavoidable with a guild of this size."
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Chiromancy?
A crimson-robed lich says, "Ravnok, I am making notes of the Bloodworm's appearance, for my ongoing records."
Chiromancy asks, "I was wondering if we could draw upon your studies, do you know anything of Tezirah?"
Ravnok says, "Ms P have you seen this comet before perhaps, or just know more thanthe average mortal."
A crimson-robed lich says, "Oh, yes, I remember when that mess all happened.. "
A crimson-robed lich says, "It was sad... That sort of abuse -- executing people, of all things, for the kind of magic they work -- was exactly what this guild was built to guard against.."
A crimson-robed lich says, "I don't know that I would know any more than most really, I was never a Progeny myself."
A crimson-robed lich says, "Of course, when you see where a person came from, it's hard to see them as a living goddess."
Botrol raises his hand.
A crimson-robed lich chuckles.
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Botrol?"
A crimson-robed lich says, "I am sorry if I miss anyone, I am a bit excited."
Botrol ponders.
A crimson-robed lich says, "Oh! About the Council.. I can say, you are in very good hands.."
Syndalius raises his hand.
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Syndalius?"
Syndalius says, "Madame P what was the challage, what must we do"
A crimson-robed lich says, "If I knew that, I would go into business as an infallible seer."
A crimson-robed lich smiles.
Makili raises his hand.
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Makili?"
Makili asks, "Madam P please tell me something about how you got here and your background?"
A crimson-robed lich says, "Not much to tell... I am simply a travelling scholar, given to dabbling in the arts arcane."
Cassibelle raises her hand.
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Cassibelle?"
Cassibelle says, "How long do we have till such an event compared to past comet sitings"
Chiromancy raises his hand.
A crimson-robed lich says, "It is difficult to tell, only because sightings are so rare... It could be anywhere from an evening to three months.."
A crimson-robed lich asks, "One thing is certain, it won't vanish until it has heralded what it's here for. Chiromancy?"
Chiromancy asks, "You know Taramaine's and Erzebet's recent edict regarding Grell?"
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Ah, yes, I have heard that.. Erzebet is supporting him in that?"
A crimson-robed lich clucks her tongue.
Chiromancy says, "I understood Erzebet to be leading the cause."
A crimson-robed lich says, "Dear.. I'll tell you this, good noble.. I knew Taramaine when he was but a young apprentice.."
A crimson-robed lich says, "He was.. Bright, ambitious, but above all else, he loved -- and loves -- the guild."
Chiromancy asks, "And Erzebet?"
A crimson-robed lich says, "He idolized the founders and their work in uniting so many disparate peoples, and swore that someday, he would do the same."
A crimson-robed lich says, "That is why he is the only Grandmaster who actually travels -- he loves what he creates, can't resist coming to take a look for whatever reason."
A crimson-robed lich says, "He sees Grell as a source of danger, threatening what the Guild hasworked so hard to create."
A crimson-robed lich says, "That is why, hardheaded though it might be, he is being so severe. "
Chiromancy nods to a crimson-robed lich.
Chiromancy says, "Understood."
A crimson-robed lich says, "Now, Erzebet, I've met a time or two.. The Crowther family has been with the Guild since its inception, as you probably know.."
A crimson-robed lich says, "At any given point in time, there has always been an Erzebet matriarch sitting on the Council."
A crimson-robed lich says, "A Crowther matriarch that is, and this one is Erzebet.. She is.. Like her mother."
A crimson-robed lich smiles wistfully.
A crimson-robed lich says, "And her mother before that.."
A crimson-robed lich says, "And so on.. Tezirites to the end, but that's not a secret."
Chiromancy says, "Also Understood. Thank you."
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Oh, dear, so many hands.. Makili?"
Makili asks, "Um do you know anything about the vision we moon mages recieved about the swords aver a fire?"
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Hithalion?"
Hithalion says, "Forgive me,,, I believe my question was answered"
A crimson-robed lich says, "And to answer you, Makili, only what I've heard from travellers."
A crimson-robed lich says, "Which is likely as much as you."
Botrol asks, "Yes, I finally remembered me question, I haven't been feeling theprescence of Yavash recently, does that have anything to do with this event?"
A crimson-robed lich asks, "I haven't noticed anything, Botrol. Raynedust?"
Raynedust asks, "Please forgive my confusion. What threat would Grell have to Taramaine our guild is fairly united is it not?"
A crimson-robed lich says, "To be honest, I have never even met this 'Grell', so I could not begin to speculate."
Raynedust says, "But ye said Grell threathens him."
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Who was next?"
A crimson-robed lich says, "HE feels Grell threatens him, Raynedust, or more accurately, the Guild."
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Milicent?"

Milicent asks, "can you impart a bit of magical knowledge to us by chance? in the form of training?" Milicent asks, "yes, in your travels have you come to a city named Whenimers landing?"
A crimson-robed lich says, "Milicent.."
A crimson-robed lich sighs, wind rattling through leathery vocal cords.
A crimson-robed lich says, "I do know that place, and fondly."
A crimson-robed lich asks, "I.. Do not care to speak of it. Who was next?"
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Hithalion?"
Hithalion asks, "Drawing on your lengthy acquaintances with the moon mage guild leaders, perhaps you might tell us a little of the earlier days of the beloved Gylwyn?"
A crimson-robed lich turns to face the telescope as she listens, not looking at the crowd.
Hithalion says, "We know so little about her, really"
A crimson-robed lich says, "Ah, Gylwyn.. I can tell you, she always knows what her favorite things are."
A crimson-robed lich says, "I'm afraid that I only recently met her formally, though."
A crimson-robed lich asks, "Botrol?"
Botrol asks, "Um, excuse my curiosity but, can you take out, or describe exactly what a teleport ring looks like, or let me try it to see what they are like?"
A crimson-robed lich says, "I think.. That it is getting quite late."
A crimson-robed lich says, "Good nobles, I do hope that you have benefited from my astronomicalwork, and that you share the news of the Bloodworm with your fellowresearchers."
Tasianel says, "late? its rather early in the morning"
A crimson-robed lich says, "Late for me, Tasianel. I tend to work nocturnally."
A crimson-robed lich says, "Fair parting, and please.. Be safe."
A crimson-robed lich curtsies.
A crimson-robed lich just went north.