Felix: " I also met Inete, she seems a little green. You sure we want to take her with us? (Looking at Kurma) I've also been hired to locate someone and his daughter wants to come with us. I told her it was up to you all but I suggest we don't take her on this first expedition. (Looking at Oniss) Here, 100gp. (Placing the pouch next to him) This is all that I have to contribute. My friend in the market sells weapon and gear not sure if he can get potion on the low but if we need anything else he's got us. You can barter with him Oniss if we still need gear."
He'll look at Brunella Felix will take a swig of his rum
At the tavern, with ale in hand, Brunella takes out her small gold pouch, and puts 47 gold out on the table. In a more calm environment, she explains that she has seen many "caravan" style large parties head into the jungle, usually coming out decimated or not at all. Having been raised there, she explains that mobility and adaptability are keys to doing well, and that a large supply train with food, animals, and many people is the wrong way to go. Furthermore, their patron stressed the urgency of their mission, and that every day mattered. Spending this precious time on entertainment races and grabbing for money is not in the spirit of what they agreed to do. Brunella feels delay is not in the spirit of their agreement. She may not love her patron but she is honest and will do what she gave her word to do
Her suggestion is for the party to buy what they need tonight and leave at first light, with Mushy as their sole guide and companion.
(OOC as strong as Taban is, I think it's less fun if he comes since he is by far the best melee character, he really outshines us, and makes us feel less epic and heroic. I feel like he would carry the party)
Oniss takes the gold pouch from Felix and places it in his small chest while listening to Brunella. He interjects to the group,
"Our steward has requested us on this mission with no support and only promises. If urgency was the mission he would have had supplies and a guide for us. He leaves us with promises an tells us to supply this adventure of his. Syndra does not seem to be without some influence around here and I for one do not plan to walk away from his island trip with nothing more then a magical item and stories to tell."
He leans back in his chair frustrated. He then has another thought and sits straight and says to Brunella.
"Another thing, how about Mushy over there? I know that you two are informal kin but if we need to save his town or whatever, does then not delay us too? I doubt that he is as foolish as us to lead our group around the jungle on a promises that we will fight his 'lizards' when we are done."
Oniss sits back in his chair feeling smug that he is right. He takes a long drink of his wine as he stares at his companions.
//OOC I think one NPC joining us would be great personally, I think two would be too much with the addition of the guide, it can slow down gameplay a bit.//
Felix: "Agreed to... HA I could careless about Syndra! He or She, whatever it is needs us not the other way around! But you do have a point taking to many people would definitely slow us down and I'm not okay being some dinosaurs lunch! If we wait for more money we won't leave until after the races. If we get our stuff now we can leave to help the Albino but have any of you actually try investigate what this thing is? I've look every where in the library couldn't find anything and all you have done is sit here and chat with you friend.(Looking at Brunellat) You might be comfortable setting out with your bare ass but I'd like to have some supplies doesn't have to be a whole caravan just some rations, boat and water! "
Felix drinking very heavily from his rum skin.Felix: " So, Brunella you're from here right?"
Brunella feels more friendly towards the human, after having seen him take losses in combat and having pulled his weight in the fight. "Aye, I was born and raised in the jungles here. I wanted to leave and see the great world out there. The jungle dwarves live a simple life, but it is a good life.
"What about you? How did you come to be covered in bandages?"
(OOC: I don't think Brunella has seen that Felix's face is disfigured, has she? If she has, then she will ask what happened and what is his story.)
“I think that everyone knows my preference for guides. Musharib. But Azara’s destination is closer so it’s something to consider. In the end, we have no idea where the Soulmonger is and the guide and their own agenda is just a means to an end to get out there and find clues. Once we help them, then we’ll have a free guide to take us where the clues lead us.”
Turning to Kurma, “I know you promised to take Inete and she may be helpful but I hope she doesn’t get in the way. The same can be said for Xandala and Taban”, Irommek said as he turned back to the others. “Those two seem that they can handle themselves, but I fear that Taban may take the opportunity to betray us to get even for embarrassing him.”
Calling over to Seven, Irommek orders another ale and sits back in thought, enjoying the passion of the group as well as the bard for the evening.
Felix drinking very heavily from his rum skin.Felix: " So, Brunella you're from here right?"
Brunella feels more friendly towards the human, after having seen him take losses in combat and having pulled his weight in the fight. "Aye, I was born and raised in the jungles here. I wanted to leave and see the great world out there. The jungle dwarves live a simple life, but it is a good life.
"What about you? How did you come to be covered in bandages?"
(OOC: I don't think Brunella has seen that Felix's face is disfigured, has she? If she has, then she will ask what happened and what is his story.)
Felix surprised takes off anger(mask) and puts on sad(mask).
Felix: "It happened along time ago... Why ask now."
“I think that everyone knows my preference for guides. Musharib. But Azara’s destination is closer so it’s something to consider. In the end, we have no idea where the Soulmonger is and the guide and their own agenda is just a means to an end to get out there and find clues. Once we help them, then we’ll have a free guide to take us where the clues lead us.”
Turning to Kurma, “I know you promised to take Inete and she may be helpful but I hope she doesn’t get in the way. The same can be said for Xandala and Taban”, Irommek said as he turned back to the others. “Those two seem that they can handle themselves, but I fear that Taban may take the opportunity to betray us to get even for embarrassing him.”
Calling over to Seven, Irommek orders another ale and sits back in thought, enjoying the passion of the group as well as the bard for the evening.
Felix: "I think we would be fine if we hold off on the racing. It seems we pulled enough funds to get what we need. I think we should take Musharib and Inete since she did pay for a spot."
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Felix Windfall (Human-V Lv.7 Rogue) killed in ToA,Vallan Houndstrider (Halfling Ghostwise Lv.1 Fighter) in DiA
"May I remind you all upon the return we will still owe that Merchant Prince 50gold coin apiece. That gemstone was a credit, not out of the goodness of his own heart. The more I think about this adventure I feel that their may be no profit in it for anyone. We may all be fools."
Brunella listens to the half-breed's words. The constant calculating and intricate deals with money confuse her. The half-breed speaks of a credit? What is that?
"I was given a gem, and a promise of a magic item. That is all I know."
It seems to the party that Brunella may not understand the concept of the credit, and thinks that she was given the gem.
"Gold will not help in the jungle. The land will provide." She crosses her arms confidently.
The party can tell by Brunella's confident tone that she thinks she is very capable of foraging and hunting off the land.
(OOC: Brunella can hunt/forage for herself and 5 others off the land)
"May I remind you all upon the return we will still owe that Merchant Prince 50gold coin apiece. That gemstone was a credit, not out of the goodness of his own heart. The more I think about this adventure I feel that their may be no profit in it for anyone. We may all be fools."
Felix nodding
Felix: "What do you expect from these savages. "We want you to help us but we don't want to help you!"(Felix takes another swig of his rum) I say once we return we pay his 300gp and keep whatever else we find out there to ourselves to hell with these Merchant Princes. They don't seem to care about stopping this curse... now that I think about it other people are being effected by this we should see if anyone else is willing to part from there gold to live."
Felix: "Brunella, Wakanga gave us the gems in hopes of us paying him back... he didn't give it to use because he wanted too."
"Paying him back! We pay him back with our skill and perhaps our lives!"
In albino dwarf culture, since the society is primitive, most economic exchanges are done on the spot for coin or barter. They don't have the advanced concepts of interest, mortgages, or even loans. The closest thing to a loan is the concept of a favor.
Brunella closes her fist around her gem. This is getting complicated. She is out of her element here. She will trust that her party members will look out for her and not betray her, as they fought in combat together.
Turning to Irommek, she takes a big swig of ale. Hearing that he was once a pirate, she says
"Hey Irommek. What did the dwarf pirate pay to get his ears pierced?"
Oniss shoots Felix a glare when he refers to the locals as savages, then turns to Brunella.
"Brunella, please understand that I am not destined to stay on this rock when our job is done. When I look at this land I see unexplored jungle with forgotten about treasures, exotic flora and fauna to be exploited, ample opportunities for gold. I assume you look at it and see your home, your kin, your very lifeblood but that is not for me. I am here to leave better off then when I arrived, just as I will be for wherever my next destination will be." Oniss looks down at the table. "So far I have raised 250gold for this group and I want more. I have a plan to get more but it is dependent of us being at the races. I will follow the group if we decide to leave but I assure you all I would rather be better prepared then not. I am not of the stock as Mushy and Brunella here I need a little more comforts in life. If you want to know my plan I will tell you or you can just trust me."
Oniss looks to the rest of the party with a sly smile.
Irommek stares at Brunella and blinks. Then he laughs so hard he falls off his chair.
From the floor he orders another beer from Seven and climbs back into his chair. “Heheh, never a dull moment with this crew, that’s for sure! We’re all here for our own reasons, yet we’re all united in one goal - to destroy the Soulmonger and rid the world of great evil…and walk away, alive hopefully, not as some smelly, undead adventurer, with more than what we have now. Personally, I’m about the gold too. I spent my life’s savings on a deposit for a boat that I would like to sail out of here on in the future.”
Turning to Kurma he says, “If I can get in the good graces of a god, then maybe she or he will lend a hand when I need it.”
Raising a mug to Brunella he finishes with, “And if I can help out our half-naked, pale brethren, I’ll gladly bludgeon more zombies and even a few dinosaurs!”
“Oniss, I would like to hear of this plan of yours. I think that we may have enough gold to set out tomorrow, but a few more gold would help in case we need to return to port in a few weeks to restock on supplies or replace a canoe”.
Gertrude is sitting on the bench, head in her hands. She is listening to her companions. There doesn't seem to be a right or wrong way. But she is very proud of them all, discussing this issue like adults, even though by now most of them are past their 5th beer...
"Here is what I propose: We buy everything we need today. 6 HP total should do the trick. 1 Rain catcher. Who needs other gear? Felix, spend that 100 GP on armour and weapons if you need. As a guide I vote for Azaka, as the location is closer. Oniss is right, we have no idea where to even start searching. Inete paid good money for her spot, so I'd prefer to honour the promise Kurma gave to her and to ask to delay Felix's friend till the next time. We can find information on her father on our own. I feel that we don't need Taban's spear right now. We might ask for him later."
"Oniss, we all agree to stay the night here. How about in the morning we find out the odds on the races and see if it is worth it. We could then ask Kurma to take part in the two-legged races in the morning, hopefully win some money - and then take straight off into the jungle around noon..."
Felix: "If you front liners keep them distracted long enough I can make sure they stay dead. But you're right wouldn't hurt to get some studded leather and a short bow."
Turning to Kurma direction then looking to Oniss.
Felix: " Kurma, you're responsible for Ienet, I don't know if she can handle herself or not. Oniss, what's this plan of yours?"
Brunella agrees with canoes and potions. "It is slow going overland", she nods. "But these canoes should be paid by the patron. If he doesn't like it he can take them back instead of the gems." Turning to Felix, "You'd do much better fighting without armor, the heavy leather will be hot and you will regret it. Your bandages look uncomfortable already.", she says matter of factly. Brunella seems to think everyone is a barbarian and as such doesn't understand this whole 'armor' thing. She shakes her head, still wondering why Irommek walks around in 90 pounds of steel.
OOC Now the Bazaar is still open. So When everyone has shared the gold availability, you can make purchases.
Felix drinking very heavily from his rum skin.
Felix: " I also met Inete, she seems a little green. You sure we want to take her with us? (Looking at Kurma) I've also been hired to locate someone and his daughter wants to come with us. I told her it was up to you all but I suggest we don't take her on this first expedition. (Looking at Oniss) Here, 100gp. (Placing the pouch next to him) This is all that I have to contribute. My friend in the market sells weapon and gear not sure if he can get potion on the low but if we need anything else he's got us. You can barter with him Oniss if we still need gear."
He'll look at Brunella Felix will take a swig of his rum
Felix: " So, Brunella you're from here right?"
Felix Windfall(Human-V Lv.7 Rogue) killed in ToA, Vallan Houndstrider (Halfling Ghostwise Lv.1 Fighter) in DiAAt the tavern, with ale in hand, Brunella takes out her small gold pouch, and puts 47 gold out on the table. In a more calm environment, she explains that she has seen many "caravan" style large parties head into the jungle, usually coming out decimated or not at all. Having been raised there, she explains that mobility and adaptability are keys to doing well, and that a large supply train with food, animals, and many people is the wrong way to go.
Furthermore, their patron stressed the urgency of their mission, and that every day mattered. Spending this precious time on entertainment races and grabbing for money is not in the spirit of what they agreed to do. Brunella feels delay is not in the spirit of their agreement. She may not love her patron but she is honest and will do what she gave her word to do
Her suggestion is for the party to buy what they need tonight and leave at first light, with Mushy as their sole guide and companion.
(OOC as strong as Taban is, I think it's less fun if he comes since he is by far the best melee character, he really outshines us, and makes us feel less epic and heroic. I feel like he would carry the party)
Brunella Wildheart, Dwarf Barbarian,Tomb of Annihilation
Nyx, Fairy Cleric, Descent Into Avernus
Oniss takes the gold pouch from Felix and places it in his small chest while listening to Brunella. He interjects to the group,
"Our steward has requested us on this mission with no support and only promises. If urgency was the mission he would have had supplies and a guide for us. He leaves us with promises an tells us to supply this adventure of his. Syndra does not seem to be without some influence around here and I for one do not plan to walk away from his island trip with nothing more then a magical item and stories to tell."
He leans back in his chair frustrated. He then has another thought and sits straight and says to Brunella.
"Another thing, how about Mushy over there? I know that you two are informal kin but if we need to save his town or whatever, does then not delay us too? I doubt that he is as foolish as us to lead our group around the jungle on a promises that we will fight his 'lizards' when we are done."
Oniss sits back in his chair feeling smug that he is right. He takes a long drink of his wine as he stares at his companions.
//OOC I think one NPC joining us would be great personally, I think two would be too much with the addition of the guide, it can slow down gameplay a bit.//
Oniss - Half-Elf Level 1 Sorcerer - ToA
Golden Blurg (GB) - Aarakocra Level 3 Wizard - KR
Felix starts to laugh...
Felix: "Agreed to... HA I could careless about Syndra! He or She, whatever it is needs us not the other way around! But you do have a point taking to many people would definitely slow us down and I'm not okay being some dinosaurs lunch! If we wait for more money we won't leave until after the races. If we get our stuff now we can leave to help the Albino but have any of you actually try investigate what this thing is? I've look every where in the library couldn't find anything and all you have done is sit here and chat with you friend.(Looking at Brunellat) You might be comfortable setting out with your bare ass but I'd like to have some supplies doesn't have to be a whole caravan just some rations, boat and water! "
Felix Windfall(Human-V Lv.7 Rogue) killed in ToA, Vallan Houndstrider (Halfling Ghostwise Lv.1 Fighter) in DiABrunella feels more friendly towards the human, after having seen him take losses in combat and having pulled his weight in the fight. "Aye, I was born and raised in the jungles here. I wanted to leave and see the great world out there. The jungle dwarves live a simple life, but it is a good life.
"What about you? How did you come to be covered in bandages?"
(OOC: I don't think Brunella has seen that Felix's face is disfigured, has she? If she has, then she will ask what happened and what is his story.)
Brunella Wildheart, Dwarf Barbarian,Tomb of Annihilation
Nyx, Fairy Cleric, Descent Into Avernus
OOC I believe Brunella has not seen Felix's face yet.
“I think that everyone knows my preference for guides. Musharib. But Azara’s destination is closer so it’s something to consider. In the end, we have no idea where the Soulmonger is and the guide and their own agenda is just a means to an end to get out there and find clues. Once we help them, then we’ll have a free guide to take us where the clues lead us.”
Turning to Kurma, “I know you promised to take Inete and she may be helpful but I hope she doesn’t get in the way. The same can be said for Xandala and Taban”, Irommek said as he turned back to the others. “Those two seem that they can handle themselves, but I fear that Taban may take the opportunity to betray us to get even for embarrassing him.”
Calling over to Seven, Irommek orders another ale and sits back in thought, enjoying the passion of the group as well as the bard for the evening.
Felix Windfall(Human-V Lv.7 Rogue) killed in ToA, Vallan Houndstrider (Halfling Ghostwise Lv.1 Fighter) in DiAOniss chimes in;
"May I remind you all upon the return we will still owe that Merchant Prince 50gold coin apiece. That gemstone was a credit, not out of the goodness of his own heart. The more I think about this adventure I feel that their may be no profit in it for anyone. We may all be fools."
Oniss - Half-Elf Level 1 Sorcerer - ToA
Golden Blurg (GB) - Aarakocra Level 3 Wizard - KR
Brunella listens to the half-breed's words. The constant calculating and intricate deals with money confuse her. The half-breed speaks of a credit? What is that?
"I was given a gem, and a promise of a magic item. That is all I know."
It seems to the party that Brunella may not understand the concept of the credit, and thinks that she was given the gem.
"Gold will not help in the jungle. The land will provide." She crosses her arms confidently.
The party can tell by Brunella's confident tone that she thinks she is very capable of foraging and hunting off the land.
(OOC: Brunella can hunt/forage for herself and 5 others off the land)
Brunella Wildheart, Dwarf Barbarian,Tomb of Annihilation
Nyx, Fairy Cleric, Descent Into Avernus
Felix Windfall(Human-V Lv.7 Rogue) killed in ToA, Vallan Houndstrider (Halfling Ghostwise Lv.1 Fighter) in DiA"Paying him back! We pay him back with our skill and perhaps our lives!"
In albino dwarf culture, since the society is primitive, most economic exchanges are done on the spot for coin or barter. They don't have the advanced concepts of interest, mortgages, or even loans. The closest thing to a loan is the concept of a favor.
Brunella closes her fist around her gem. This is getting complicated. She is out of her element here. She will trust that her party members will look out for her and not betray her, as they fought in combat together.
Turning to Irommek, she takes a big swig of ale. Hearing that he was once a pirate, she says
"Hey Irommek. What did the dwarf pirate pay to get his ears pierced?"
"A buccaneer!".
She giggles.
Brunella Wildheart, Dwarf Barbarian,Tomb of Annihilation
Nyx, Fairy Cleric, Descent Into Avernus
OOC LOL This is interesting.
Oniss shoots Felix a glare when he refers to the locals as savages, then turns to Brunella.
"Brunella, please understand that I am not destined to stay on this rock when our job is done. When I look at this land I see unexplored jungle with forgotten about treasures, exotic flora and fauna to be exploited, ample opportunities for gold. I assume you look at it and see your home, your kin, your very lifeblood but that is not for me. I am here to leave better off then when I arrived, just as I will be for wherever my next destination will be." Oniss looks down at the table. "So far I have raised 250gold for this group and I want more. I have a plan to get more but it is dependent of us being at the races. I will follow the group if we decide to leave but I assure you all I would rather be better prepared then not. I am not of the stock as Mushy and Brunella here I need a little more comforts in life. If you want to know my plan I will tell you or you can just trust me."
Oniss looks to the rest of the party with a sly smile.
Oniss - Half-Elf Level 1 Sorcerer - ToA
Golden Blurg (GB) - Aarakocra Level 3 Wizard - KR
Irommek stares at Brunella and blinks. Then he laughs so hard he falls off his chair.
From the floor he orders another beer from Seven and climbs back into his chair. “Heheh, never a dull moment with this crew, that’s for sure! We’re all here for our own reasons, yet we’re all united in one goal - to destroy the Soulmonger and rid the world of great evil…and walk away, alive hopefully, not as some smelly, undead adventurer, with more than what we have now. Personally, I’m about the gold too. I spent my life’s savings on a deposit for a boat that I would like to sail out of here on in the future.”
Turning to Kurma he says, “If I can get in the good graces of a god, then maybe she or he will lend a hand when I need it.”
Raising a mug to Brunella he finishes with, “And if I can help out our half-naked, pale brethren, I’ll gladly bludgeon more zombies and even a few dinosaurs!”
“Oniss, I would like to hear of this plan of yours. I think that we may have enough gold to set out tomorrow, but a few more gold would help in case we need to return to port in a few weeks to restock on supplies or replace a canoe”.
Gertrude is sitting on the bench, head in her hands. She is listening to her companions. There doesn't seem to be a right or wrong way. But she is very proud of them all, discussing this issue like adults, even though by now most of them are past their 5th beer...
"Here is what I propose: We buy everything we need today. 6 HP total should do the trick. 1 Rain catcher. Who needs other gear? Felix, spend that 100 GP on armour and weapons if you need. As a guide I vote for Azaka, as the location is closer. Oniss is right, we have no idea where to even start searching. Inete paid good money for her spot, so I'd prefer to honour the promise Kurma gave to her and to ask to delay Felix's friend till the next time. We can find information on her father on our own. I feel that we don't need Taban's spear right now. We might ask for him later."
"Oniss, we all agree to stay the night here. How about in the morning we find out the odds on the races and see if it is worth it. We could then ask Kurma to take part in the two-legged races in the morning, hopefully win some money - and then take straight off into the jungle around noon..."
Looking at Gertrude Felix will make a remark.
Felix: "If you front liners keep them distracted long enough I can make sure they stay dead. But you're right wouldn't hurt to get some studded leather and a short bow."
Turning to Kurma direction then looking to Oniss.
Felix: " Kurma, you're responsible for Ienet, I don't know if she can handle herself or not. Oniss, what's this plan of yours?"
Felix Windfall(Human-V Lv.7 Rogue) killed in ToA, Vallan Houndstrider (Halfling Ghostwise Lv.1 Fighter) in DiAOOC If you agree, you can go ahead and buy the canoes and the potions.
Brunella agrees with canoes and potions. "It is slow going overland", she nods. "But these canoes should be paid by the patron. If he doesn't like it he can take them back instead of the gems."
Turning to Felix, "You'd do much better fighting without armor, the heavy leather will be hot and you will regret it. Your bandages look uncomfortable already.", she says matter of factly. Brunella seems to think everyone is a barbarian and as such doesn't understand this whole 'armor' thing. She shakes her head, still wondering why Irommek walks around in 90 pounds of steel.
Brunella Wildheart, Dwarf Barbarian,Tomb of Annihilation
Nyx, Fairy Cleric, Descent Into Avernus