Madigan/Logs/20090326 Log

*** LOG CREATED AT 3/26/2009 6:48:44 PM ***

 
Stoneheart asks, "Did you get the update from last night Madigan?"

You say, "Concerning Lyras, yes.  Concerning anything else, no."
You smile warmly.
You say, "Top notch.   Thank you sir."
Aaiyaah whispers, "The Baron and Princess woke later last night, Baron told us there will be no retreat, if there is to be a fight, he and the Princess both will fight"
You say, "Then, that requires one significant change."
You ask, "Do you have contact with Balt down in Ain?"
 
Stoneheart says, "I do"
 
Jerid waves to you.
 
Aaiyaah pats Jerid on the back.
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Jerid pats you on the back.
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Aaiyaah says, "Welcome back."

You say, "Jerid."

You say, "Too slow."
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Aaiyaah says, "There you are."
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Stoneheart nods politely to Wyndz.
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Wyndz says, "Thank you"
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Purnay comes out of hiding.
Purnay shakes Mordibar's hand.
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Aaiyaah whispers, "Hey man, wanted to tell you, thanks for your help in all this as always."
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Stoneheart whispers, "Balt replys the only real kill room is two south of the main staging room, it is off the main path too"

whisper stone Tell him to pick the best place, and I trust his judgment.  If we end up in a fight, then we will go there and slug it out.

You whisper to Stoneheart.
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Tiso shakes your hand.
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Solvar grins.
You say, "I am moving to the staging point."
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You say, "Moving in 5."

You say, "Moving now."
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Gwenddolyn says, "I got coin and bannered courtyard"
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You say, "Top notch."

You say, "Now, we need the moons to cooperate."
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Malykai says, "They wont"
 
Malykai says, "3 anlaen at the soonest"
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Aaiyaah says, "Hey Drexella"

You say, "Perfect timing then."
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Drexella says, "It would STILL take longer to take a boat to Ain than wait on the moons."
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Wyndz whispers, "Would it be okay to say I"m a wreck?"
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You say, "Calm down folks."

You say, "Pretty simple."
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You say, "When the Baron arrives we either going to sit tight and wait on the moon."
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You say, "Or, we are going to walk."
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Alexii whispers, "Again we meet on such formal terms. Why must we always do this, sir? What happened to just sharing a pint?"
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Heartsfyre says to Wyndz, "Greetings Advisor."
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Solvar whispers, "want me to just secure the immediate area or try and scout the whole place?"
J> whisper solvar Just secure the immediate area.  Should be fairly quick.  You go through, I wait until you give me the word.

You whisper to Solvar.
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Solvar nods to you.
You say, "Alrighty, listen up."
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You say, "Solvar, pull you advance group together.  You pick them...keep it rather small for the first sweep."
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Solvar nods.

You say, "I believe the Baron will want to wait on the moon and arrive 30 roi after the alloted time."

You say, "We pop the gate, advance team goes through...they give the thumbs up and the escort goes through."

You say, "If you are in escort team, no actions until we get hit or I arrive at the staging point."
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You say, "If I get hit, Aaiyaah is in charge."
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You say, "If Aaiyaah goes down, then it is Sebe."
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You say, "Advance team join on Solvar."
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You say, "Now, this excort group is limited, so unless you are on the list you have to come through on the second gate."
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You ask, "Do I have a volunteer to lead the second group?"
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You say, "Ok, we can get there by elimination."
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You say, "Ok, here is the list."
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You say, "Twenty pushups when you are called."
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You grin slowly.

You say, "Drexella and Sebe ODS."
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Wyndz whispers something to Marsais.
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Drexella says, "Sebestyen is already in Ain and will join us there."

You say, "Balt, Dark, Solvar and Stoneheart with the Guard."
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You say to Drexella, "Always knew he was smart."

You say, "Tin, Mars, Mordi and me for the Watch."
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You say, "Tiso, Caprianne, Michie and Vale with the Tribe."
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You say, "Granyt and Heart for the Baron's Own."
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You say, "Gwen, Momoche, Nix and Wosh for the Cav."
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You say, "If you are named, join up with me please."
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You say, "Or, if you are going with Command Solvar, join with him as the advance group."
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You say, "If you are not named, I will disband you...that does not mean you can not go...you just go on the second gate."
You say, "Not my rules."
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You say, "So, I really don't want to spend time enforcing them.  Just make it happen."
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Rheela asks, "Who is leading for the second gate then?"
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You smile warmly.
 
Wyndz says to you, "I will be traveling with His Grace"
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You say, "All Court members are in this group."
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You say, "Ok...now, let's get the second group lined up."

You ask, "Volunteer to lead the second group?"
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You say, "Alexii, thanks for volunteering."
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Alexii says, "Happy to do my part, sir."
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You say, "Alexii is leading the second group through the gate.  Join on him.  Alexii, after we pass through the gate, count to ten and follow.  "
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You say, "Easy peesy, let's keep it that way."
 
Tiso says to you, "Ye does this so well."

You chuckle.

You say, "Thanks Tiso, I do not think so...but I appreciate the encouragement."
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You say, "I would rather be fighting something."
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You smile warmly.
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Tiso says, "I think many feel the same way."
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You say, "Now, that is easy peesy...herding noble escorts...is like high math to me."
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Tiso chuckles at you!

Current members of your group include:
    Wyndz
    Tinderage
    Meidori
    Caprianna
    Darkhellegur
    Heartsfyre
    Marsais
    Stoneheart
    Mordibar
    Tiso
    Gwenddolyn
    Drexella
    Nixieg
    Valelaer
    Granyt
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You say, "Ok, some basic things."
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You say, "Make sure you have a blessed weapon with you...in case Lyras is feeling froggy."
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You say, "Make sure you have two weapons."
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Lissha asks, "do we really expect trouble tonight?"
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Jappal says, "Expect trouble every night"
You say, "Tinderage."
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Tinderage says, "yes sir"
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You say, "Pull Mordi and whoever else you need and hit a patrol.  "
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You say, "Keep."
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Angel whispers, "Appears Yavash will rise in about 40 rois.. Then it should be up about 180 or so rois.  Xibar and Katamba rise after Yavash so we should be good for the next several anlaen easy"
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> whisper angel Good. Looks like we will have a moon for our exit.  Looks like we will be running 30 roi late to the meeting however.

You whisper to Angel.
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Wyndz whispers, "Im glad you're here. I'm nervous as hell...dunno why"
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> whisper wyn Thanks for the vote of confidence, but I am not so good around this many dignitaries...although, we should be well prepared if the dung hits the wall.

You whisper to Wyndz.
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Arteal leans over and whispers, "With Alex less yea can use me elsewhere, old man."
> whisper arteal Thanks a ton.  If things go bad, we are to stand and fight.  If that happens, you find me..quick like.  

You whisper to Arteal.
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You take a great helm off your head.

You put a great helm on your head.
You adjust your great helm.

You say, "Bloody heavy helmets."

> whisper heart If something bad happens, you support the fight as best you can and listen.

Heartsfyre whispers, "yes sir."
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(Madigan jots down a few notes.)

You close your leather journal.

You ask, "Stoneheart, were you in charge of coffee?"
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You squint at Stoneheart.
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Stoneheart laughs!
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Stoneheart asks, "No, you want some?"
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Schakal offers you a mug of mocha coffee.  Enter ACCEPT to accept the offer or DECLINE to decline it.  The offer will expire in 30 seconds.
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You beam!

You accept Schakal's offer and are now holding a mug of mocha coffee.

You calmly say, "You just saved the LT from the moat."
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Stoneheart says, "I'm in charge of dying first"

You smile broadly.

You say, "So, we spend three days planning this shindig, and we didn't even plan for coffee."
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Ceanatis says, "The Baron will be here soon, I leave him in your hands."
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Ceanatis says, "I stay behind to secure the heir..in case."

You say, "Captain, you may want to pass along the message that no moons for 30 roi."
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Ceanatis says, "Safe trip."
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Ceanatis asks, "No moons?"
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Ceanatis says, "Bah."
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You say, "No moons, and it will take about htat long to walk or sail."
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You say, "So, my call is wait on the moon unless the Baron tells me to walk."
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Siobhannic says, "how long till moon rise? "
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You say, "38 roi."
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You bow to Macja.
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Macja nods politely.
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Aaiyaah whispers, "Ok, we are joining you right?"
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> whisper aai Yes sir.

You whisper to Aaiyaah.
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Macja says, "Good evening to you all."
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You clasp Macja's hand tenderly.
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Ceanatis says, "His Grace will be here shortly."
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Macja says, "Excellent."
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Ceanatis says, "Good luck all."
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> look macja

You see Outcast Princess Macja Celendron, an Elf.
She has pointed ears and well-defined features that are set off by her brilliant, gold-flecked blue eyes.  Set beneath elegantly arched eyebrows, her sooty lashes dramatically enhance the intensity of her eyes, making her gaze seem impenetrable.  Her golden brown hair is waist-length and wavy, worn pulled back with a glittering silver headband.  She has tanned skin and a slender build.  She has a tattoo of a flame-wreathed lion on her right shoulder.
She appears to be young for an Elf.
She is in good shape.
She is wearing a flame-wreathed leather mask framed with iridescent crystals, a glittering gold tiara inset with three perfect fire opals, a gold necklace dangling alternating diamond and ruby hearts on short chains, a ruby-edged platinum locket, a pale pink orchid, a polished mistwood longbow inlaid with golden lions, an amber firesilk shoulder satchel adorned with a gleaming fire opal, a glittering gold shield inlaid with a fire opal dragon, a clinging gown of shimmering gold with a firesilk underskirt, some black battle leathers emblazoned with a flame-wreathed lion, a beaded wrist pouch, some gold-beaded black leather gloves, a sterling silver thumb ring set with sunstone, an ornate white gold engagement ring set with a large flawless bloodgem resting on a wreath of diamonds and some dainty spidersilk slippers laced with golden ribbons.
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Macja says, "If I can find where I stowed my arrows, I might."
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Baron Gyfford just arrived.
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> salute gyfford

You snap to attention and hail Gyfford with a crisp hand salute.
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Gyfford smiles.
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Gyfford just took the hand of Macja and gently kissed the back of it.
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You say, "M'lord, good evening."
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Gyfford taps a suit of gold-washed field plate armor that he is wearing.
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You say, "Welcome to your not so small escort.  And, nice armor sire."
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> look gyfford

You see Baron Gyfford Theren, a Human Paladin.
Curly, ash-blonde hair has been pulled back and tied with gold cord.  A few sun-streaked strands that refuse to be tamed, escape to frame his ruggedly handsome face.  Deep-set sapphire eyes are flecked with gold, glinting like the reflected rays of a setting sun on a calm blue sea.  His chiseled jaw supports a regal nose and generous mouth.  He has an athletic build, carrying himself with the confidence of one used to bearing the burdens of a province on his broad shoulders.
He is tall for a Human.
He is young for a Human.
He is in good shape.
He is wearing an obsidian helm with a gold-washed visor and a royal blue horse hair crest, a kyanite gwethdesuan, a jadeite gwethdesuan, a black leather spear harness with a buckle of gold cast in the shape of a seven pointed star, a gold-washed tower shield painted with the Therengian royal crest, a royal blue velvet tunic embroidered with a subtle pattern of entwined lions along the edges, a finely woven white stormsilk shirt, a suit of gold-washed field plate armor, some gold-washed steel gauntlets, an ornate white gold ring with the Baronial seal of Therengia carved into a massive square cut bloodgem, a double-wrapped black leather sword belt riveted with wrought gold stars and lion head medallions, a black spidersilk hip pouch with a gold knotwork clasp, some black leather pants fastened with gold buckles and some supple black leather riding boots.
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Aaiyaah whispers, "Ok, protecting and guarding the Princess"
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> whisper aai Top notch sir. You know you are second in command?

Aaiyaah whispers, "if you need me to do anything at all just let  me know"
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You whisper to Aaiyaah.
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> whisper aai You bet.  Do your thing, if I go down...take charge.

You whisper to Aaiyaah.
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Gyfford asks, "Who?"
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Aaiyaah whispers, "Aye but lets keep that from happening."
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Aaiyaah grins at you.
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You say, "If you will join me m'lord."
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Gyfford joins your group.
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You say, "We have a travel issue m'lord."
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Alexii whispers, "Sir, there is news that Ralel is in Ain right now with a group of elves. They were searching for the knife used by the King to kill Kululakai."
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You say, "The next moon is not up for 33 roi."
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Gyfford moves into position to block attacks against Macja!
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You say, "Pardon me, 23 roi."
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You say, "Which puts you at the meeting 20 roi late."
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Gyfford says, "Fashionably late."
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You say, "I believe it will take longer than 23 roi to walk or sail m'lord, so I recommend we wait.  However, we will make so however you decide."
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Gyfford says, "We wait."
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You say, "Paladins not alread with shield duties, get a shield on the clerics."
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You say, "I don't want anyone departing to Hib."
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Malykai says, "Aye, Lyras is still before the barrier over seeing her rotting figures emerge from it."
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Stoneheart leans over and whispers, "Balt is having issues keeping the banners up alone"
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whisper stone Sebe is there and Erieck should be there shortly.

You whisper to Stoneheart.
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Stoneheart nods to you.
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> whisper drex Could you ask Sebe to help Balt keep the banners up?

You whisper to Drexella.
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Drexella whispers, "He's already going around checking and reinforcing them on his own."
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Macja asks, "Do we have the security measures in place for the Seers Sense?"
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Gyfford chuckles.
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Rallyne says to Gyfford, "Sorry Baron, just antsy."
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Macja asks, "What are we waiting on?"
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Gyfford says, "The moon."
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You say, "M'lady, we are waiting on a moon, which will be up in 17 roi approximately."
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Macja says, "I see, thank you."
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Gyfford says, "I can command armies but not the moon."
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> whisper angel Ok, where is your gate opening again?

You whisper to Angel.
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Angel whispers, "right at the doors to the Chateau"
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Gyfford says, "This is like waiting for a battle."
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Mordibar says, "worse"
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Drexella says, "Normal hurry up and wait, Sire."
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Macja slings a glittering gold shield inlaid with a fire opal dragon off from over her shoulder.
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Tiso says to Macja, "Nice shield."
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Gyfford says, "You can tell none of you squired under the Hand, he used to swat those of us who couldn't stand still."
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Tiso asks Gyfford, "I takes it he decided not to attend?"
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Gyfford says, "We discussed it and decided that more to protect perhaps was not a good idea."
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You say, "Ten roi to go."
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You say, "Spell up."
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You say, "Check your gear."
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You say, "Shields in place."
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You say, "Looks bloody smart or hit the moat."
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You smile warmly.
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You adjust your half plate.
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Macja says, "That is a lot of spells on me, I feel very safe, thank you."
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You say, "Commander Solvar, prep your team.  Gate opening in approximately 7 roi."
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Malykai inhales a great swallow of air.
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Gyfford says, "This is a long trip for you."
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You say, "Only critical whispers to me until we stop moving through the gate please."

You say, "5 roi."
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Gyfford says, "Actually I take it back, the battle would have been over by now."
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You say, "Bloody moons."
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Gyfford says, "Paitence Madigan."
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You say, "Indeed m'lord."
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Rheela grins at Darkskye.
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Finger-like blue strands of aether curl around the edges of a chaotic fissure.
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Zrxa lets out a hearty cheer for Momoche!
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Apreta rubs a well-branched young sicle tree.
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Veralika says, "glad ya  made it "
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Macja nods to Tiso.
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Marsais blinks twice then begins coughing.
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Tiso nods to Macja.
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Gwenddolyn says, "just missing wosh, ahh well"
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Veralika observes Momoche with fascination.
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Gyfford says, "They probably think we planned to be late."
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You say, "Prep to move Advance Team."
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Gyfford says, "We will simply make an entrance."
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Angel whispers, "alright beam set, it is at the doors.. room bannered and Valynn is there"
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You say, "Stop movement."
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You ask, "Commander Solvar, you ready sir?"
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Solvar says, "Aye"
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You nod to Angel.
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You say, "Open it."
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You say, "Escort Team, stand fast."
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Angel gestures.
In a blazing fountain of red-gold sparks, a red Moongate blazes into life.
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Solvar nods.
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Guard Commander Solvar's group went through a red Moongate.
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You say, "Prepare to move Escort Teeam."
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You calmly say, "Stand fast."
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You say, "Moving."
> go moongate

As you touch the surface of the Moongate, you are drawn through to the other side...
[Ain Ghazal Chateau, Portico]
This covered walkway between two rows of slender marble columns leads to the massive front doors of the chateau, which dominate the west side of the portico.  Tall, brightly lit lanterns flank the magnificent doors.  The area is infused with the scents of fresh flowers and, to prevent missteps, the mosaic marble terrace is bordered with violet glowstones.  An animite arch carved with the words "Ain Ghazal Auberge" leads north and a small path slopes down to the south.  You also see a red Moongate, a red moonbeam and a ghostly white banner.
Also here: a calmed Military Liaison Rallyne who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Cavalier Humm who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Monster Drevid who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Night Ranger Purnay who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Lieutenant Marsais who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Guard Commander Solvar who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Notable Paschein, a calmed Zanndor, a calmed Nomad Kraggur, a calmed Sebestyen, a calmed Ambassador Valynn, a calmed Kranan.
Obvious paths: east.
Stoneheart, Momoche, Gwenddolyn, Valelaer, Mordibar, Drexella, Gyfford, Tinderage, Macja, Aaiyaah, Wyndz, Meidori, Caprianna, Nixieg, Heartsfyre, Granyt, Tiso and Siobhannic followed.
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You hold Sebestyen's hand.
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Sebestyen snaps to attention and hails you with a crisp hand salute.
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Valynn bows to Gyfford.
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You clasp Valynn's hand tenderly.
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Sebestyen smiles at you.
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Zanndor bows to you.
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Valynn smiles at you.
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You say, "Moving."
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You tap some massive glaes doors.
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Valynn says to Gyfford, "Welcome."
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Solvar whispers, "they're right through the door"
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Gyfford says, "All that and here we are in a blink."
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You say, "Holding here."
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Valelaer bobs a quick curtsy to Valynn.
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Night Ranger Purnay just went east.
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Solvar whispers, "ayrell, etc."
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whisper solvar Who again?  The whole crew?

You whisper to Solvar.
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You bow to Valynn.
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You smile at Valynn.
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Szrael whispers, "Be careful of Zanndor."
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Solvar whispers, "didn't see the Ferdahl, but at least 30 people from shard"
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Valynn offers Gyfford a white snowdrop.
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Szrael whispers, "He is an assassin for hire."
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Gyfford accepts Valynn's white snowdrop.
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You say, "Prepare to move escort."
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You say, "Moving in 5."
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You say, "Moving now."
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[Ain Ghazal Chateau, Foyer]
As visitors enter the chateau through this enormous circular foyer, their first view is of sweeping dual stairways that lead upward in elegant curves to a gold marble balcony.  Through a dreamstone-inlaid arch to the west, between and beyond the stairways, is a lofty Great Hall lined with fluted marble columns.  Reddish light from a score of oil lamps creates a glow that warms the sky blue marble floor.  You also see a ghostly white banner, a festive meeting portal, a board marked "DIRECTIONS FOR VISITORS", some massive glaes doors and a polished sign.
Also here: a calmed Nomad Kraggur, a calmed Citizen Miraeven, a calmed Lieutenant Jairem, a calmed Notable Paschein, a calmed Mister Issus, a calmed Theosophist Hashi, a calmed Astronomer Skilair, a calmed Rience who is shrouded in ghostly flames, a calmed Steel Heart Cyiarriah, a calmed Tradesman Sortny, a calmed Silhouette Sendithu, a calmed Pacifier Katralyn, a calmed Holy Vengeance Landros, a calmed Linessa, a calmed Sister Jaelia, a calmed Tyrun, a calmed Magus Malzard, a calmed Fist of Light Sylvaran, a calmed Triage Coordinator Renala, a calmed Sellsword Niaura, a calmed Court Assistant Celitha, a calmed Mother Hezel, a calmed Hunter Hanryu, a calmed Lord General Leucius, a calmed Emerald Knight Mivoring, a calmed Outlander Forgenash, a calmed Gypsy Teamarie, a calmed Nightstalker Aleyden, a calmed Rose Sister Vethine, a calmed Maitresse who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Sophister Aseron, a calmed Emissary Ayrell.
Obvious exits: south.
Valynn, Sebestyen, Stoneheart, Momoche, Gwenddolyn, Valelaer, Mordibar, Drexella, Gyfford, Tinderage, Macja, Aaiyaah, Wyndz, Meidori, Caprianna, Nixieg, Heartsfyre, Granyt, Tiso and Siobhannic followed.
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> go stairw

[Ain Ghazal Chateau, Balcony Above Foyer]
To the west, this gold marble balcony continues around the walls of the Great Hall, high above the floor.  Sweeping dual stairways lead in elegant curves down to the foyer, a steep spiral staircase leads upward, and a cherry wood door opens to the south.Also here: Emerald Knight Boobuh.
Obvious exits: west.
Valynn, Sebestyen, Stoneheart, Momoche, Gwenddolyn, Valelaer, Mordibar, Drexella, Gyfford, Tinderage, Macja, Aaiyaah, Wyndz, Meidori, Caprianna, Nixieg, Heartsfyre, Granyt, Tiso and Siobhannic followed.
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Valynn whispers, "back one"
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Zanndor came up one of two gracefully curved sweeping stairways.
> go door

You say, "Ok, staging area."
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You say, "Triage team, move out."
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Gyfford says, "One moment"
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You say, "Patrol team, move out."
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You say, "M'lord, let us know your leisure.  I assume the Ambassador will let you know where everyone is located."

You smile warmly.
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Macja opens her firesilk satchel.
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Gyfford opens his hip pouch.
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A slight breeze picks the scent of vanilla off of Wyndz.
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Macja puts her mask in her satchel.
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You notice as a black bear looks around absentmindedly.
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Valynn quietly says to you, "We walked right by Vethine and the Handmaiden."
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You nod to Valynn.
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Gyfford taps an obsidian helm with a gold-washed visor and a royal blue horse hair crest that he is holding.
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Gyfford moves an obsidian helm with a gold-washed visor and a royal blue horse hair crest to his left hand.
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You ask, "M'lord, shall we go give our greetings to the Sister of the Rose?"
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Gyfford nods.
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You say, "Moving in 3."
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You say, "Now."
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> go door

[Ain Ghazal Chateau, Balcony Above Foyer]
To the west, this gold marble balcony continues around the walls of the Great Hall, high above the floor.  Sweeping dual stairways lead in elegant curves down to the foyer, a steep spiral staircase leads upward, and a cherry wood door opens to the south.Also here: Zanndor, Steel Fist Szrael, Military Liaison Rallyne, Cavalier Humm, Battle Lord Drevid, Lieutenant Marsais, Guard Commander Solvar, Emerald Knight Boobuh.
Obvious exits: west.
Mordibar, Valynn, Sebestyen, Stoneheart, Momoche, Gwenddolyn, Valelaer, Drexella, Gyfford, Tinderage, Macja, Aaiyaah, Wyndz, Meidori, Caprianna, Nixieg, Heartsfyre, Granyt, Tiso and Siobhannic followed.
> go stairw

[Ain Ghazal Chateau, Foyer]
As visitors enter the chateau through this enormous circular foyer, their first view is of sweeping dual stairways that lead upward in elegant curves to a gold marble balcony.  Through a dreamstone-inlaid arch to the west, between and beyond the stairways, is a lofty Great Hall lined with fluted marble columns.  Reddish light from a score of oil lamps creates a glow that warms the sky blue marble floor.  You also see a ghostly white banner, a festive meeting portal, a board marked "DIRECTIONS FOR VISITORS", some massive glaes doors and a polished sign.
Also here: a calmed Astronomer Skilair, a calmed Rience who is shrouded in ghostly flames, a calmed Historian Erieck, a calmed Lieutenant Jairem, a calmed Notable Paschein, a calmed Pacifier Katralyn, a calmed Holy Vengeance Landros, a calmed Sister Jaelia, a calmed Tyrun, a calmed Emerald Knight Mivoring, a calmed Outlander Forgenash, a calmed Gypsy Teamarie, a calmed Nightstalker Aleyden, a calmed Rose Sister Vethine, a calmed Sophister Aseron, a calmed Emissary Ayrell.
Obvious exits: south.
Mordibar, Valynn, Sebestyen, Stoneheart, Momoche, Gwenddolyn, Valelaer, Drexella, Gyfford, Tinderage, Macja, Aaiyaah, Wyndz, Meidori, Caprianna, Nixieg, Heartsfyre, Granyt, Tiso and Siobhannic followed.
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Sister Jaelia went through some massive glaes doors.
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Paschein bows to Gyfford.
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Gyfford nods.
> 
Valynn says to Vethine, "May I introduce Baron Gyfford Theren."
> 
Aleyden bows to Gyfford.
> 
Wyndz stands near Gyfford.
> 
Erieck bows to Gyfford.
> 
Gyfford says, "Greetings."
> 
Aleyden says, "Greetings Baron Gyfford."
> 
Valynn says to Vethine, "And the Princess Macja."
> 
Vethine says, "Hello, Baron Gyfford.  Welcome to the island."
> 
Valynn gestures at Macja.
> 
Vethine says, "Welcome, Princess Macja, to my home."
> 
Macja says, "Thank you."
> 
> look

[Ain Ghazal Chateau, Foyer]
As visitors enter the chateau through this enormous circular foyer, their first view is of sweeping dual stairways that lead upward in elegant curves to a gold marble balcony.  Through a dreamstone-inlaid arch to the west, between and beyond the stairways, is a lofty Great Hall lined with fluted marble columns.  Reddish light from a score of oil lamps creates a glow that warms the sky blue marble floor.  You also see an ivory alfar guardian that appears rather calm, a russet lynx that appears rather calm, a black bear that appears rather calm, a pure white alfar avenger that appears rather calm, a ghostly white banner, a festive meeting portal, a board marked "DIRECTIONS FOR VISITORS", some massive glaes doors and a polished sign.
Also here: a calmed Emerald Knight Boobuh, a calmed Sergeant Lanita who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Lomelinde who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Jappal who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Grand Master Cleric Veralika who is shrouded in ghostly flames, a calmed Lissha who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Exorcist Schakal who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Regenerator Barola who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Deadly Raeyshactos who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Dragon Shield Footsoldier Darkskye who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Wizard Arteal who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Excetera who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Guardswoman Rhiarria who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Shadow Huntress Apreta who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Guard Vice-Commander Darkhellegur, a calmed Hodierna's Hand Rheela who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Outcast Alexii who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, a calmed Sister Jaelia, a calmed Steel Fist Szrael, a calmed Military Liaison Rallyne, a calmed Cavalier Humm, a calmed Battle Lord Drevid, a calmed Lieutenant Marsais, a calmed Guard Commander Solvar, a calmed Thorn of the Rose Siobhannic, a calmed King's Wiseman Tiso, a calmed Sergeant Granyt, a calmed Lieutenant Heartsfyre, a calmed Fist of Light Nixieg, a calmed Silhouette Caprianna, a calmed Oracle Meidori who is shrouded in ghostly flames, a calmed Court Advisor Wyndz, a calmed General Aaiyaah, a calmed Outcast Princess Macja, a calmed Sir Tinderage, a calmed Baron Gyfford, a calmed Commander Drexella, a calmed Alley Fighter Valelaer, a calmed Senior Commander Gwenddolyn, a calmed Lieutenant Momoche, a calmed Guard Lieutenant Stoneheart, a calmed Sebestyen, a calmed Ambassador Valynn, a calmed Commander Mordibar, a calmed Astronomer Skilair, a calmed Rience who is shrouded in ghostly flames, a calmed Historian Erieck, a calmed Lieutenant Jairem, a calmed Notable Paschein, a calmed Pacifier Katralyn, a calmed Holy Vengeance Landros, a calmed Tyrun, a calmed Emerald Knight Mivoring, a calmed Outlander Forgenash, a calmed Gypsy Teamarie, a calmed Nightstalker Aleyden, a calmed Rose Sister Vethine, a calmed Sophister Aseron, a calmed Emissary Ayrell.
Obvious exits: south.
> 
Vethine says, "I trust your trip here was safe and secure."
> 
Gyfford says, "I apologize for our lateness but the moons were contrary."
> 
Vethine says, "It is no trouble."
> 
Solvar whispers, "if you didn't hear, Zrxa is reporting all clear straight to the pier."
> 
Gyfford says, "This is a very magnificent building, your home."
> 
Zanndor stands near Wyndz.
> 
Vethine says, "You are most kind."
> 
Wyndz glances at Zanndor.
> whisper szr Thanks for the whispers earlier.

You whisper to Szrael.
> 
> whisper forge Hello there sir.

You whisper to Forgenash.
> 
> whisper angel You are the best.

You whisper to Angel.
> 
Gyfford says, "I must ask this.."
> 
Macja says, "It is a very lovely place."
> 
Gyfford says, "The outcasts that here are here under my protection I hope that they will be safe."
> 
Vethine says, "Everyone will be safe inside the chateau."
 
Vethine says, "Anyone who threatens this safety will be dealt with swiftly and severely."
> 
Humm glances at Aleyden.
> 
Gyfford says, "Very good , thank you."
> 
Vethine says, "My pleasure."

You quietly say, "Whew."
> 
Wyndz grins at you.
> 
> look veth

You see Rose Sister Vethine, an Elf.
Glossy and redolent of fresh citrus, her black-streaked chocolate brown hair is tightly coiled into an upswept twist behind her pointed ears.  Immaculately shaped, her eyebrows arch elegantly over her moss-green eyes.  High, prominent cheekbones on either side of her straight nose enhance the perfect symmetry of her features.  Her translucent skin is alight with a healthy glow across her lean form.
Vethine is adult for an Elf, though her eyes reveal wisdom beyond her years.
She is in good shape.
She is wearing a silver swan nestled inside a lifesculpted ebony rose pendant, a clean leather satchel, a hooded white monk's robe simply embroidered with a single red rose and some soft leather-soled slippers.
> 
Gyfford says, "I suppose we should go and prepare."
> 
Vethine says, "Baron Gyfford, Princess Macja.  If you would join me, I can escort you to where you need to be."
> 
Macja nods.
> 
Valelaer hugs Angel, getting a smile in return.
> 
Gyfford nods.
> 
Macja joins Vethine's group.
> 
Gyfford joins Vethine's group.
> 
Jairem joins Vethine's group.
> 
You grin.
> 
Mordibar whispers to your group, "well phase one complete, everyone can stop holding their breathe"
> 
Solvar asks, "With your permission, lady Vethine, may a guard acompany to the entrance to that area?"
> 
> whisper group Yes, phase I done.  Now, let's break out into your various stations or attend the meeting.

You whisper to Angel, Tiso, Granyt, Heartsfyre, Nixieg, Caprianna, Meidori, Wyndz, Aaiyaah, Tinderage, Drexella, Gwenddolyn, Momoche, Stoneheart, Sebestyen, Valynn, and Mordibar.
> 
Gyfford says, "I think the tribe may leave the princess to me."
> 
Vethine asks, "Do you doubt my capabilities?"
> 
Gyfford smiles.
> 
Valelaer just tried to join you but you avoided her.
> 
You clasp Valelaer's hand tenderly.
> 
Tyrun says, "By the nature of preparedness, primary triage is located through the arch, northward a bit, and then west."
> 
Valelaer curtsies to you.
> 
> whisper group My group going to the viewing room.

You whisper to Angel, Siobhannic, Tiso, Granyt, Heartsfyre, Nixieg, Caprianna, Meidori, Wyndz, Aaiyaah, Tinderage, Drexella, Valelaer, Gwenddolyn, Momoche, Stoneheart, Sebestyen, Valynn, and Erieck.
> 
You say, "This group, moving in 5."
> 
You say, "Moving now."
> 
[Ain Ghazal Chateau, Amphitheater Entrance]
Comfortable furniture is scattered throughout this elegant theater lobby, just south of the Chateau Foyer.  Gilded theatrical masks frame the amphitheater doors, and an empty marble counter, covered now with a white linen cloth, acts as a refreshment stand when the theater is in use.  You also see a ghostly white banner and a long spiral staircase.
Also here: a calmed Military Liaison Rallyne, a calmed Cavalier Humm, a calmed Battle Lord Drevid, a calmed Lieutenant Marsais, a calmed Guard Commander Solvar, a calmed Sophister Aseron, a calmed Fighter Aeviona.
Obvious exits: north.
Siobhannic, Valelaer, Erieck, Angel, Valynn, Sebestyen, Stoneheart, Momoche, Gwenddolyn, Drexella, Tinderage, Aaiyaah, Wyndz, Meidori, Caprianna, Nixieg, Heartsfyre, Granyt and Tiso followed.
> 
Valynn whispers, "Change of venue it would seem."
> go stair

[Ain Ghazal Chateau, Synod Audience Chamber]
Rich wall hangings and a thick carpet deaden sounds in this room.  Through a carved stone arch, rows of audience chairs fill the four balconies overlooking the Synod Chamber.  You also see a long spiral staircase.
Also here: a calmed Steel Heart Cyiarriah, Military Liaison Rallyne, Cavalier Humm, Battle Lord Drevid, Lieutenant Marsais, Guard Commander Solvar.
Obvious exits: none.
Siobhannic, Valelaer, Erieck, Angel, Valynn, Sebestyen, Stoneheart, Momoche, Gwenddolyn, Drexella, Tinderage, Aaiyaah, Wyndz, Meidori, Caprianna, Nixieg, Heartsfyre, Granyt and Tiso followed.
> 
Marsais enters the stone arch to take his seat.
> 
Angel enters the stone arch to take her seat.
> 
You tap a carved stone arch.
> 
Gwenddolyn enters the stone arch to take her seat.
> 
Siobhannic enters the stone arch to take her seat.
> 
Issus enters the stone arch to take his seat.
> 
Stoneheart enters the stone arch to take his seat.
> 
Rallyne enters the stone arch to take her seat.
> 
Cyiarriah enters the stone arch to take her seat.
> 
Meidori enters the stone arch to take her seat.
> 
Drexella enters the stone arch to take her seat.
> 
Meidori is no longer around for you to protect.  Your dedication to protecting those in danger is praiseworthy.
> 
Humm enters the stone arch to take his seat.
> 
Tiso enters the stone arch to take his seat.
Heartsfyre enters the stone arch to take her seat.
> 
You say, "If you want to watch, go through the arch."
> 
Sebestyen enters the stone arch to take his seat.
> 
Erieck enters the stone arch to take his seat.
> 
Caprianna enters the stone arch to take her seat.
> 
Aaiyaah appears to be concentrating intently on something.
> 
Valelaer enters the stone arch to take her seat.
> 
Granyt enters the stone arch to take his seat.
> "I will be staying here.

You say, "I will be staying here."
> look

[Ain Ghazal Chateau, Synod Audience Chamber]
Rich wall hangings and a thick carpet deaden sounds in this room.  Through a carved stone arch, rows of audience chairs fill the four balconies overlooking the Synod Chamber.  You also see a pure white alfar avenger and a long spiral staircase.
Also here: Fist of Light Nixieg, Court Advisor Wyndz, General Aaiyaah, Sir Tinderage, Lieutenant Momoche, Ambassador Valynn, Battle Lord Drevid, Guard Commander Solvar.
Obvious exits: none.
> 
Aaiyaah whispers, "Want me to remain here with you?"
> 
Solvar says, "I'll remain as well, for now."
> 
Tinderage asks you, "your turn to teach?"
> 
Wyndz enters the stone arch to take her seat.
> 
Angel enters the stone arch to take her seat.
> 
Nightstalker Aleyden's group came up a long spiral staircase.
> 
> whisper aai Not at all sir.  Let us take the guard duty.

You whisper to Aaiyaah.
> 
Aaiyaah bows to you.

You pat Aaiyaah on the back.
> 
Teamarie enters the stone arch to take her seat.
> 
Aaiyaah throws back his shoulders, snapping to attention and with a sharp click of his heels, renders a crisp salute.
> 
Aaiyaah enters the stone arch to take his seat.
> 
Mivoring enters the stone arch to take her seat.
> 
Landros enters the stone arch to take his seat.
> 
You say, "Commander, you have the Guard."
> 
You nod to Solvar.

Solvar bows.
> 
You say, "I am going to make the rounds, and come back here."
> 
Solvar says, "Excellent."
> 
Solvar says, "Outcasts are heading in to the seats"

You say, "This group is disbanding.  You may join me if you wish to walk with me."
> 
Solvar says, "so you know, they'll be going past."
You say, "Moving."
> 
You ask, "How are things going Paschein?"
> 
Paschein says, "Triages are set up in several areas."

You ask, "Any crazies yet?"
> 
Paschein says, "We've only had Zanndor's arrival causing a fuss."
> 

You nod.
> 
Zanndor shrugs.
> 
> "He has a contract from a private party to guard the Court.

You say, "He has a contract from a private party to guard the Court."

You say, "We have no idea of the terms."
> 
Tinderage says, "Zanndor im sure will be on good behavior"
> 
Tyrun says, "Zanndor will be fine."
> 
Tyrun asks Zanndor, "Yes?"
> 
Zanndor says, "I'm too lost to cause trouble"
> 
You chuckle.

You say, "The master plan."
> 
You shake Traim's hand.
> 
Paschein says, "I think anyone that could be harmed has gone with the Sisters."
> 
You say, "If you have any problems with our folks, drop me a gweth."
> 
Paschein nods.
> 
Paschein says, "I don't think we will."
> 
You say, "Mostly good folks, like most everyone here."
> 
Paschein says, "Zanndor apparently jumped Renala."
> 
Paschein says, "We may have a miffed Empath."
> 
Szrael says, "He caused a ruckus."
> 
Szrael says, "But I don't think he means it personally."
> 
You say, "Let me know if you need me on that one."
> 
You raise your hand in a quick salute.
> 
Zanndor says, "Madigan"
> 
You say, "Yes."
> 
Zanndor says, "I can't climb the staircase... I apparently suck"
> 
> whisper zann GO staircase and Go stairwell.

You say, "Good to be walking with you again Nix."
> 
Paschein says, "Stay safe."

You say, "Commander."

You ask, "What do you think if I release most of the triage to the seating area?"
> 
You say, "Drop me a thought if you think differently."
You raise your hand in a quick salute.
You say, "Mordi."
> 
Mordibar nods.
> "Why don't you go take a seat.

You say, "This place is locked down, by order of the Sisters of the Rose."

You say, "If something does happen, feel free to come out...but up to you."
> 
You say, "Don't know.  Doing my rounds right now."
> 
You say, "Commander.  I have only been witness to the Ferdahl and a Baron meeting about 6 times.  You should take this opportunity if you want to see it."

You say, "I would be happy to stand here."
> 
Solvar says, "though appreciated, I'll hold here for now, they're probably mid pleasantries."
> 
Solvar grins.
> 
Solvar says, "I may take you up on that later in the meeting"

You ask, "Then, I will teach some shield if you will in turn teach some targetted magic in a bit?"
> 
Angel just arrived.
> hug angel

You hug Angel who gives you a smile in return.  A faint scent of lilac clings to her skin.
> 
Angel says, "I am going to gate in Gallanthur"
You ask, "Have I told you lately how much I appreciate all you do?"

You smile at Angel.
> 
Angel asks, "From triage area would you like me to?"
> 
Angel blushes a bright red color.

You say, "Please m'lady."
> 
Angel says, "Tis a pleasure really"
> 
Angel curtsies gracefully.
> 
> look madigan

You are Sir Madigan De'Mascus, Veteran, a Human.
You have silver eyes.  Your silver hair is short and straight, and is worn loose.  You have pale skin.
You have a thin sparse mustache on your upper lip and a thin patchy beard.
You have a tattoo of a Paladin holding a Therengian standard and a drawn blade, which emits a fierce light as he valiantly faces the darkness on your back.
You are in good shape.
You are wearing a pilgrim's badge, an indigo gem pouch, a great helm, a dark mistwood ring carved into the shape of a dragon's talon with a flawless silver wolf inlay, an albredine crystal ring, a twisted cambrinth armband, some half plate, a plain paper envelope, an etched steel parry stick with black leather straps, some knee-high black leather boots with thick cuffs, a claymore sheath, a wide leather Therengian war belt riveted with decorative pewter plates, a hand-stitched traveler's pack, a maned desumos fur with agate eyes, a necklace made up of a number of tiny rat skulls sewn onto a brilliant silver thread, a kyanite gwethdesuan, a jadeite gwethdesuan, an enameled tower shield painted with the Therengian royal crest, some gauntlets, a bright gold lion amulet suspended from a heavy chain, a forester's crossbow and some matte black woven reed greaves.
> 
> "Good cooperation from Ilithi.

You say, "Good cooperation from Ilithi."
> 
Solvar smiles.
> 
Solvar says, "Better than expected then, good stuff."
> 
Angel just arrived.
> 
Angel rubs her eyes.
> nod

You nod.
> grin angel

You grin at Angel.

Angel says, "My vision keep shifting back to the Keep"
> 
Solvar grins.
> 
Angel says, "and I cannot hear them speaking"
You wince.

You say, "Sometimes it is good to be a line soldier."
> 
Angel whispers, "'Rumor is that it sounds like it is going downhill"
> 
Solvar whispers, "so I'm hearing, the princess is not being quiet enough at the start."

Liurilias comes out of hiding.
Temple Sentinel Liurilias went down a long spiral staircase.
> 
You shake Liurilias's hand.
> 
Liurilias waves.

You say, "Commander, good to see you sir."
> 
Liurilias shakes your hand.
> 
Lionheart Vinjince came up a long spiral staircase.

You wave.
> 
Vinjince bows to you.
> point arch

You point at a carved stone arch.
> 
Vinjince enters the stone arch to take his seat.
> 
> whisper solvar So, have I ever told you an old guys tricks for beating the sneaky folks?

You whisper to Solvar.
> 
Solvar whispers, "I don't believe so."
> whisper solvar When you have a chance, get some gilded origami instructions.

You whisper to Solvar.
> whisper solvar There are different levels, but get one that you can make things out of...for example the origami bird.

You whisper to Solvar.
> 
Solvar nods to you.
> whisper solvar Ultimately, they must come out of hiding...and if they need more than one hand to use a weapon...they are distracted.

Kraggur nods to you.

You snap to attention and hail Kraggur with a crisp hand salute.

> find lyras

Brave Adventurer in the Realms:
  Lyras.

You say, "Kraggur, I hear you have been working on finding Lyras."
> 
You ask, "Any new developments?"
> 
Kraggur shakes his head at you.
> 
Kraggur says, "Think we got tha barrier positioned, roughly"
> 
Kraggur says, "Rieum 'n I been up 'n down tha bredth o' Kermoria"
> 
Kraggur says, "Think it lies west o' ere"

You say, "I received a report on that, and it acknowledged you among others working hard on that."

You say, "Top notch work sir."
> 
Kraggur makes a grunting noise.
> 
Kraggur says, "No point ta scoutin' ifn ta knowledge not be spread"
> 
You nod.

You say, "Going to be hard fighting in the Hib area if we have to."
> 
Kraggur says, "Me belief be west o' tha Tivshowdl Shel"

You ask, "Mind orienting me a bit to where that is?"
Kraggur says, "Since them Prydaen's 'n Rakash be comin' not through tha populated portions o' Forfedhdar"
> 
Kraggur says, "Far west 'n  south a bit fra Hibarnhvidar"
> 
Kraggur says, "Close as me guess ken be"
> 
Kraggur says, "Either they pass east tween 'ere 'n Boar Clan"
> 
Kraggur says, "Then follow tha Segoltha's north bank inta tha Crossin's area"
> 
Kraggur says, "Er ya swing northwest 'round tha Arncharn Shel 'n along tha Gwenalion into Theren's western reaches"
> 
Kraggur says, "Farther south ya run inta patrols fra Hibarnhvidar, farther north ya' run inta patrol fra Kwarlog"

You say, "I know the Kwarlog area."
> 
Kraggur says, "I ken be sendin' a runner north ifn I come up wit' mer information"
> 
Kraggur says, "Er one o' me lads"
> 
Kraggur fidgets with his raven ring for a moment.
> 
You say, "Much appreciated.  Please, give any information to any Therengian officer."

You say, "We will get it out."

You say, "Solvar, stand ready."
> 
> think to szrael Thanks for the heads up.  You guys know what you want to do?

You project your thoughts to Szrael.
> 
> think to tinderage Tin, we have issues.  Come out and get spelled up.  Bring Mordibar and Marsais.  Don't spread panic.

Tinderage just arrived.
> 
Marsais just arrived.
> 
Excetera just arrived.
> 
Marsais joins Tinderage's group.
> 
Totenus just arrived.
> 
Excetera joins Tinderage's group.
> 
Excetera tilts her head, clearly curious about something.
> 
Vinjince just arrived.
> 
Erieck just arrived.
> 
Mordibar just arrived.
> 
Tactician Totenus went down a long spiral staircase.
> 
You say, "Get spelled up."
> 
> whisper group Baddies are outside.  We are probably going to be fighting with the Flying Company, Vinjince, Tote and Josh.

You whisper to Mordibar, Marsais, Erieck, Tinderage, Solvar, and Darkhellegur.
> 
Marsais whispers to your group, "Attack on sight?"
> 
> whisper group If something happens, I will lead.  Algeion is the big boy and Ternith.

You whisper to Stoneheart, Mordibar, Marsais, Erieck, Tinderage, Solvar, and Darkhellegur.
> 
> whisper group It is, they are outside.  

You whisper to Stoneheart, Marsais, Erieck, Tinderage, Solvar, and Darkhellegur.
> 
Zanndor whispers, "we have company"
> wie great

You draw out your greatsword from the claymore sheath.
> 
> look

[Ain Ghazal Chateau, Synod Audience Chamber]
Rich wall hangings and a thick carpet deaden sounds in this room.  Through a carved stone arch, rows of audience chairs fill the four balconies overlooking the Synod Chamber.  You also see a shadowling and a long spiral staircase.
Also here: Cavalier Humm, Artist-in-Residence Aguisian, Wizard Arteal, Commander Mordibar who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, Zanndor who is hiding, Historian Erieck who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, Sir Tinderage who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, Guard Commander Solvar who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, Guard Vice-Commander Darkhellegur who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, Guard Lieutenant Stoneheart who is surrounded by a shimmering shield, Military Liaison Rallyne, Lieutenant Heartsfyre, Oracle Meidori who is shrouded in ghostly flames, Sergeant Granyt, Lissha, Excetera.
Obvious exits: none.
> 
You hear some heavy breathing.
> 
Mordibar whispers to your group, "till they are ready to leave what fear is there?"
> 
Mordibar whispers to your group, "we are not to attack here"
> 
You say, "Moving to the foyer."
> 
Solvar whispers, "suggest letting tinder lead, we'll shadow, deal with attackers, you take the nobles home."
> 
> whisper solvar I like the idea, but you take the nobles, I'll stay here and make sure folks get out after.

You whisper to Solvar.
> 
> go stair

[Ain Ghazal Chateau, Amphitheater Entrance]
Comfortable furniture is scattered throughout this elegant theater lobby, just south of the Chateau Foyer.  Gilded theatrical masks frame the amphitheater doors, and an empty marble counter, covered now with a white linen cloth, acts as a refreshment stand when the theater is in use.  You also see a long spiral staircase.
Obvious exits: north.
Excetera, Lissha, Arteal, Mordibar, Granyt, Meidori, Heartsfyre, Rallyne, Stoneheart, Darkhellegur, Solvar, Tinderage and Erieck followed.
> n /r

Mordibar whispers to your group, "the baron will be coming out soon"
> 
You say, "Erieck, go make sure the banner is up at Triage.  That is through the door."
> 
Zanndor whispers, "It is clear up to here... if Aaiyaah moves quickly"
> 
Rallyne whispers to your group, "as long as His Grace and his bride to be are safe, I could care less about the rest."
> think to angel I need you at the Triage with gates ready.

You project your thoughts to Angel.
> 
Mordibar whispers to your group, "remember we draw no weapon unless provoked"
> 
You adjust your half plate.
> 
Liurilias cocks his head.
> 
Liurilias asks, "Preparing for battle?"
> 
Liurilias raises an eyebrow.
> 
> 
Chaosbringer Ternith came through some massive glaes doors.
> 
You raise an eyebrow in Ternith's direction.
> 
You ask, "You here for trouble Ternith?"
> 
Ternith says, "just showing how I feel about your baron"
> 
The ghostly banner fades out of sight.
> 
You say, "Then, draw your blade and show me."
> 
Mordibar whispers, "banner down"
> 
Ternith draws forth a sabre.
> 
Ternith grows suddenly quiet, his eyes dangerously calm as his limbs shiver like anxious leaves before summer's fearsome storm.  A terrible roar of fury and bloodlust escapes his throat like the first crash of thunder, his body exploding into a berserker rage as his eyes retain an unsettling and deadly calm.
> 
Ternith begins to advance on you!
Ternith advances from nearby and is closing steadily.
> 
Ternith closes to melee range on you!
> 
> lead

Schakal looks to you for guidance.
Marsais looks to you for guidance.
Tinderage looks to you for guidance.
Solvar looks to you for guidance.
Darkhellegur looks to you for guidance.
Stoneheart looks to you for guidance.
Rallyne looks to you for guidance.
Heartsfyre looks to you for guidance.
Meidori looks to you for guidance.
Granyt looks to you for guidance.
Mordibar looks to you for guidance.
Arteal looks to you for guidance.
Lissha looks to you for guidance.
Rheela looks to you for guidance.
You draw yourself to full height, rallying your comrades with righteous confidence as you charge into battle like a star blazing through a midnight sky!
> 
The air around you solidifies into a brilliant yellow glow, pulsing brightly as it resists the attack.
* Ternith lunges a sabre at you.  You partially block with an enameled tower shield painted with the Therengian royal crest.  The sabre lands a good strike that barely breaks the skin of your right leg.[You're invigorated, energetic, solidly balanced and opponent has slight advantage.]
> ret

You retreat back to pole range.
> 
Granyt moves into position to block attacks against you!
> 
> draw tern

< You step backward and then slice at Ternith.  Ternith counters the greatsword with a sabre.  
[You're invigorated, energetic, nimbly balanced and opponent has slight advantage.]
[Roundtime 2 sec.]
R> 
Ternith begins to advance on you!
Ternith advances from nearby and is closing steadily.
R> 
Tyrun gestures at Algieon.
Tyrun stares intently at Algieon, stopping him in his tracks with his gaze.
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> sweep tern

Granyt barely hinders Ternith's attack against you with his gold shield!
Sylvaran barely hinders Ternith's attack against you with his tower shield!
* Ternith charges a sabre at you.  You block with an enameled tower shield painted with the Therengian royal crest.  
[You're invigorated, energetic, nimbly balanced with opponent in strong position.]
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< You sweep a greatsword at Ternith.  Ternith evades.  
[You're invigorated, energetic, nimbly balanced with opponent in better position.]
[Roundtime 6 sec.]
R> 
Granyt completely fails to hinder Ternith's attack!
Sylvaran barely hinders Ternith's attack against you with his tower shield!
* Ternith feints a sabre at you.  You block with an enameled tower shield painted with the Therengian royal crest.  
[You're invigorated, energetic, nimbly balanced with opponent in strong position.]
R> 
Tyrun begins to advance on Algieon.
R> 
Granyt completely fails to hinder Ternith's attack!
Sylvaran completely fails to hinder Ternith's attack!
The air around you solidifies into a brilliant yellow glow, pulsing brightly as it resists the attack.
* Ternith lunges a sabre at you.  You barely block with an enameled tower shield painted with the Therengian royal crest.  The sabre lands a solid hit that barely punctures the skin on the upper chest causing a slight welt.[You're invigorated, energetic, nimbly balanced with opponent in very strong position.]
R> 
Joshuan leaps out of hiding to strike at Ternith's neck, who seems completely surprised!
Ternith is clouted solidly across the neck in a single precise stroke!
Ternith collapses in a heap.
> smite tern

You chant a brief litany and draw back with a divinely inspired strike!
< You slice a greatsword at Ternith.  Ternith repulses some of the greatsword with a sabre.  The greatsword lands an extremely heavy hit that amputates the left arm and a good deal of the shoulder in a crippling blow, lightly stunning him.[You're invigorated, energetic, nimbly balanced and overwhelming opponent.]
[Roundtime 3 sec.]
R> 
Marsais reveals himself.
Marsais gestures at Algieon.
Algieon jerks his head, grimaces, and clenches his fists.
R> 
Totenus draws forth a mistwood longbow.
R> chop tern

Totenus loads his mistwood longbow with a storm grey arrow.
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< You chop a greatsword at Ternith.  Ternith attempts to evade.  The greatsword lands an overwhelming strike (Oooh, Ternith's grandkids are going to feel that one!) that rips through muscle and organs, cutting the foe cleanly in half. * Ternith is slain before your eyes!
Ternith's sabre falls to the ground.
A deep sense of guilt and shame fills you, and you suddenly feel that you might not be the shining example that the guild demands.  You must remember that a paladin leads by example and not through terror.
[You're incredibly balanced]
[Roundtime 3 sec.]
R> 
Solvar gestures at you.
You feel a faint breeze surround you.
R> 
Szrael reluctantly touches you.
You feel a warmth radiate from Szrael's touch.
You have a brief sensation that leaves your wounds tingling.
R> 
Tyrun gestures at Algieon.
A mass of deep ebon ether erupts from thin air, coalescing into the spectral form of a shadowy black unicorn which gallops rapidly toward Algieon.
The horn of the black unicorn lodges partially into his left arm, causing him to writhe in abject anguish until it is finally pulled out.
R> 
Tyrun closes to pole weapon range on Algieon.
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Moving with powerful grace, Tyrun charges his spiked knuckle at Algieon.  Algieon fails to dodge, failing miserably.  The knuckle lands a good hit to his left eye!  
> 
Mordibar lays his hand on your arm.
You feel a warmth radiate from Mordibar's touch.
You have a brief sensation that leaves your wounds tingling.
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> eng alg

You begin to advance on Algieon.
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You close to melee range on Algieon.
R> 
Tyrun gestures at Algieon.
A mass of deep ebon ether erupts from thin air, coalescing into the spectral form of a shadowy black unicorn which gallops rapidly toward Algieon.
The black unicorn lowers its head as it charges, its horn thrusting forward to brutally skewer Algieon's right arm amidst sickening sounds of ground bone and devastated flesh!  With a slight incline of the unicorn's head, the bloody limb is torn away from its joint.
 * Algieon is slain before your eyes!
Algieon's reflex bow falls to the ground.
Algieon is able to move again.
R> 
You feel stronger, but Mordibar appears to weaken.
> 
Your right leg bruises feel fully healed.

Your chest bruises feel fully healed.
> 
Your right leg wounds feel fully healed.
> 
Your chest wounds feel fully healed.
> 
You are already in a position to parry.
> 
Mordibar lays his hand on your arm.
You feel a warmth radiate from Mordibar's touch.
You have a brief sensation that leaves your wounds tingling.
> 
You hear the ghostly voice of Ternith ask, "ah with the cowardly protect eh madi?"
> 
Zanndor comes out of hiding.
With the speed and temerity of a swooping falcon, Zanndor fires an ironwood quadrello at Veela.  Veela fails to evade, mis-stepping and blundering into the blow.  The quadrello lands a demolishing hit that knocks away half the scalp and a good deal of bone when the ironwood quadrello gets jammed against his head, knocking him completely senseless!  
The ironwood quadrello lodges itself savagely into Veela!
> 
Tyrun gestures at Veela.
Tyrun stares intently at Veela, stopping him in his tracks with his gaze.
> 
> eng veel

You begin to advance on Veela.

Your right leg scars feel fully healed.
> 
Your right leg twitches feel fully healed.
> 
Your chest twitches feel fully healed.
> 
Your chest scars feel fully healed.
> 
You are already in a position to parry.
> 
Szrael joins Ternith's group.
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You close to melee range on Veela.
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Tinderage throws a throwing hammer topped with a snarling lion's head at Veela.  The hammer lands an extremely heavy hit that rips the right arm clean off at the shoulder!  
The throwing hammer falls to the ground!
 * Veela is slain before your eyes!
Veela's short bow falls to the ground.
Veela is able to move again.
> 
Zanndor nods to you.
> 
You raise your greatsword in a quick salute.
> 
Mordibar asks, "anyone get hit?"
> 
Marsais's chest wounds look better.
> 
Tyrun asks Ternith, "Do you have anyone else present?"
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You hear the ghostly voice of Ternith ask, "can't even fight by yourself madi?"
> 
Vethine says, "What is going on here."
> 
You ask, "Status on the banner at triage?"
> 
You hear the ghostly voice of Ternith say, "using some ol protect eh"
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Marsais says, "He did fight himself."
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Liurilias says to Vethine, "Senseless violence."
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Vethine asks, "Who started it?"
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Meidori points at Ternith.
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Liurilias motions to Ternith.
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Stoneheart gestures at Ternith.
> 
Jairem says to Vethine, "I tried to contact you."
> 
Marsais points at Ternith.
> 
You hear the ghostly voice of Ternith say, "actually madigan asked me to draw my blade"
> 
Vethine says, "Jairem, tell me what happened."
> 
The grating, wraithlike spirit of Ternith whispers, "give me a ward man?"
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Vethine says, "Be honest and succinct."
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You hear the ghostly voice of Ternith say, "so I did"
> 
Jairem says, "well..."
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Tyrun says, "I don't think Madigan asked Algieon to aim at me, however."
> 
Mordibar says, "and advanced and attacked him"
> 
Humm sings:
    "So though this soul goes to Tenemlor
     Soon it shall return to us once more
     Passing from her blessed home
     Back to the plains with us it will roam"
> 
You hear the ghostly voice of Ternith say, "I didn't ask anyone to aim"
> 
Vethine fixes Jairem with a serene, lofty stare.
> 
Jairem says, "Madigan asked Ternith if he were here to start trouble.."
> 
Humm sings:
    "And wander the forests and drink down the wind
     And sing this song with us again
     And when the wheel has turned once more,
     It will hear this song, as it did before."
> 
Jairem nods to Vethine.
> 
You hear the ghostly voice of Ternith say, "I wonder if madigan asked granyt to protect him though"
> 
Vethine raises an eyebrow.
> 
Humm sings:
    "Hear us, hear us, hurry along,
     Take our rest, but dont stay long.
     For leaves fall to the ground to nourish the tree
     The leaves come back, and so shall we!"
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Jairem says, "Ternith said he was here to show his feelings for the baron..."
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Granyt says, "Ye attacked my commander. I am not going to stand idle."
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Jairem says, "and Madigan told Ternith to bare his blade."
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Tyrun says to Vethine, "We apologize for the disturbance, sister."
> 
Jairem says, "after that, all mayhem"
> 
Vethine asks you, "You really thought that wise when you are a guest here?"
> 
Chaosbringer Ternith came through some massive glaes doors.
> 
As Ternith reaches out to the Ternith warding-glyph its red glow suddenly surrounds him.  When it's gone, he is wearing everything again!
> 
Ternith picks up a sabre.
> 
Ternith sheathes his sabre.
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You say, "M'lady, he draw and advanced."
> 
Ternith says to you, "just goes to show how cowardly therengians are becomy"
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You say, "The other facts are correct."
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Tyrun nods to Algieon.
> 
Ternith sheathes his sabre.
> 
Woshliol moves over to guard Vethine.
> 
Ternith says to you, "had to use someone to protect you "
> 
Vethine asks you, "You did not tell him to show his blade?"
> 
Mordibar says, "he did not ask for their cover"
> 
Ternith says to you, "challenge me to a dual then have some pitiful person protect you"
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Vethine nods to Jairem.
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You say to Vethine, "Pardon m'lady, I missed your last question."
> 
Ternith says to you, "I thought you were better then that but I see the outcasts are rubbing off on you"
> 
Vethine asks you, "Did you tell Ternith to show his blade?"
> 
Meidori sighs.
> 
Vethine asks you, "Did you escalate this fight?"
> 
Vethine says, "I did not ask if he started it, I asked if he escalated it."
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You say, "M'lady, I did indeed say those words."
> 
Ternith says, "he asked me to draw my sword and then used granyt here to protect him"
> 
Vethine asks, "Who else was involved with the fighting?"
> 
Ternith says, "well then maybe you should check your help"
> 
Jairem says to Vethine, "Ternith advanced first however."
> 
Ternith asks, "a paladin eh?"
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Granyt says to Vethine, "He attacked my Commander and I didst step in with protection of my shield."
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Ternith says, "jumping into anothers fight"

You say, "Although Granyt is honorable, there was no need for his shield in this instance."
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Vethine says, "Ternith, Madigan, you have disrupted the sanctity of the chateau with your words and deeds."
> 
You hear the ghostly voice of Algieon say, "yeah Madigan"
> 
You hear the ghostly voice of Veela say, "no doubt madigan"
> 
Ternith whispers, "OOC: o fuck we screwed"
> 
You say, "Solvar, take the lead on this group."
You say, "Disbanding."
> 
You say, "Officers, work the plan to make sure the Baron is removed safely."
> 
Mordibar asks, "and what of Veela and Algieon who attacked from hiding once Ternith fell?"
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Lissha says, "Madigan is honorable and was just trying to avert a disruption"
> 
Lissha says, "no one can disput his honor"
> 
You hear the ghostly voice of Algieon say, "I didnt get off a shot"
> 
Angel nods at Lissha, obviously agreeing with her views.
> 
Heartsfyre says to you, "Yes Sir."
> 
Marsais asks, "Madigan's honor is in dispute?"
> 
You say, "M'lady, I am at your leisure."
> 
You smile at Vethine.
> 
A group of guards enter and spot Ternith.  After a brief exchange of words, they grab him and drag him away.
> 
A group of guards enter, looking grim.  "Madigan," the captain growls, sizing you up.  He nods curtly and the rest of the guards tackle you.  After a short scuffle, they knock the wind out of you, carry you to a nearby caravan, toss you in, and throw the bolt.
After a short trip, the guards drag you out of the caravan and onto the deck of a waiting schooner, then toss you down through an open hatch.  A moment later the hatch slams closed, the sound quickly followed by the thud of a bolt being thrown.  A yell from the captain and the rattling slosh of the anchor being drawn from its watery resting place signals the beginning of your journey.
[A Cramped Schooner, Hold]
Several wooden crates line the walls, while a flickering oil lantern illuminates this area.  A set of steep stairs, ending in a tightly sealed hatch, leads to the only exit from this cramped hold.  You also see some moldy hay.
Obvious exits: none.
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> look madigan

You are Sir Madigan De'Mascus, Veteran, a Human.
A veil of ice covers your face and obscures your features.
You are in good shape.
You are wearing a twisted cambrinth armband, a pilgrim's badge, an indigo gem pouch, a great helm, a dark mistwood ring carved into the shape of a dragon's talon with a flawless silver wolf inlay, an albredine crystal ring, some half plate, a plain paper envelope, an etched steel parry stick with black leather straps, some knee-high black leather boots with thick cuffs, a claymore sheath, a wide leather Therengian war belt riveted with decorative pewter plates, a hand-stitched traveler's pack, a maned desumos fur with agate eyes, a necklace made up of a number of tiny rat skulls sewn onto a brilliant silver thread, a kyanite gwethdesuan, a jadeite gwethdesuan, an enameled tower shield painted with the Therengian royal crest, some gauntlets, a bright gold lion amulet suspended from a heavy chain, a forester's crossbow and some matte black woven reed greaves.
> look

[A Cramped Schooner, Hold]
Several wooden crates line the walls, while a flickering oil lantern illuminates this area.  A set of steep stairs, ending in a tightly sealed hatch, leads to the only exit from this cramped hold.  You also see some moldy hay.
Obvious exits: none.
> 
Suddenly, the whole ship shudders, sending you sprawling into a pile of crates.  As you pick yourself up, you hear loud cursing directly above you.
> 
You hear the sounds of fighting above decks, the clang of metal on metal and the shouts and screams of battle.  Abruptly, the sounds cut off and the ship continues on her course, apparently unhindered.
> 
Is it your imagination, or do the shadows seem darker in the far corner than here?  And are they growing deeper?

[A Cramped Schooner, Hold]
Several wooden crates line the walls, while a flickering oil lantern illuminates this area.  A set of steep stairs, ending in a tightly sealed hatch, leads to the only exit from this cramped hold.  You also see some moldy hay.
Obvious exits: none.
> 
The hatch swings open and a dark, hulking shape ducks through.  In one hand, he carries a cat o' nine tails, and you can barely make out an evil leer on his face.  "Cap'n, we've got ships due south, an' closin'!" a salty voice shouts from nearby, and the man glances at you in obvious disappointment before he returns to the deck, closing and bolting the hatch behind him.
> 
The hatch above swings open, and the sudden light blinds you.  A dark shape blocks the hatchway.  "An' 'ere's yer dinner, yer lordship," a raspy voice cackles as a shower of foul slop pours downwards, narrowly missing you and adding to the debris on the floor.  The hatch swings shut, and you hear the sound of the bolt being thrown.
> get soul from my pack

You get a smoky soulstone from inside your traveler's pack.
> rub my soul

You rub the soulstone...
It gleams brightly with a pristine luminescence!
> stow soul

You put your soulstone in your traveler's pack.
> look

[A Cramped Schooner, Hold]
Several wooden crates line the walls, while a flickering oil lantern illuminates this area.  A set of steep stairs, ending in a tightly sealed hatch, leads to the only exit from this cramped hold.  You also see some moldy hay.
Obvious exits: none.
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