Monstrous Compendium Vol. 1: Spelljammer Creatures
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Frangipani shrugs, she goes where the rest go.
Sparhawk looks at Lir, "Point taken and I like how you think. But, vanity is not one of the personality characteristics I have problems with. If our potential employer wants us to retrieve a skull, so be it. I see it no differently than our other job really." He looks again at Bjorn, "Bjorn my friend, what do you think? Can we pull off our current job and get back for this one if we want to do it?"
D’otani is able to keep clear vision and can hear the conversations clearly. Most of what you hear is orders to gather supplies, a listing of crew for the ship. The fact the ship called “Marduk’s Blessing” will be back in Luskan by weeks end. Also, you pick up mention of the sum of 20,000 platinum
You can probably tell he is not seeing or hearing with his own faculties, having seen Sorsha do similar with Ruhm.
The Smith is in the City of Mirabar up north, you are in the district of Mirabar within Luskan. To cut and value the gems you can get that done at a jeweler, there would be several here, but the best ones would also be in Mirabar. Another option would be for one of you to take up jewel crafting and learn to cut your own.
As Dietrich finishes up some side conversations with various workers another of his men bring him a strange looking oblong crystal just a bit over palm size. He shakes it’ a few times as he is walking back towards you. “ your Wizard might be interested in looking at this small artifact “
You see him lift it into the sunlight as he looks into it once or twice on his way to you
Bjorn gives Reginald a tap on the shoulder. "Oh, a magic rock? Let's have a look."
As the wizard comes back to his body (assuming he does, that is!) Bjorn mutters, "yer gremlin doesn't reek like the last one. Are we safe?"
Reginald refocuses his attention at the tap on the shoulder and responds, "So far, so good." He then peers at the object for a moment and asks Dietrich, "Shall we have a looksie at that while we relax a little more?" and heads back to the cushions for a seat. (OOC will start casting detect magic as a ritual)
Cats go Moo!
While Reginald and Dietrich are focused on the crystal, Sparhawk asks Bjorn for his opinion on the offer and mission. "Bjorn, I'm curious about your thoughts on this. Can we pull off our current commitments and get back in time, and is it something we should consider as a group?"
(Any idea how long the round trip to and from Mirabar usually takes?)
"The real trouble is, those dwarves take time to work the forges. If we need something made, we likely won't have time. And that's half the reason to go!" Bjorn shrugs. "We could buy surplus, though. I'm sure they have some."
“ this crystal was found in an abandoned fortification my men found after seeking shelter from a storm on an unknown island a few years back. The island was more of a big rock really. Take a look through it.”
as you look at the crystals surface you see some interesting patterns careved into it, very shallow and almost imperceptible. When you peer through it you can see what looks like the ocean from a high up vantage point you can see the clouds moving at a quick pace, a storm and wind and then clear skies again, then it seems to repeat the sequence.
” This artifact gives an approximate weather for 4 days covering what we think is about 100 nautical miles…this baby has saved me much misfortune and lots of time sailing”
“ I think we should be ready to depart in about 2 weeks, maybe 3 depending on the weather. My favorite ship is due in port by the end of the week. If you are favorable to the venture I will be glad to have you, if not maybe another job will come up.”
( about 4 days round trip, weather and bandit permitting)
After consulting with the group, Sparhawk and party returns to the main room.
"In speaking with the crew, we are in favor of taking you up on your offer." We do have a few prior commitments to take care of, but I feel confident that we will have things wrapped up before you would like to proceed." He'll shake Dietrich's hand to seal the deal. "
"When should we meet back with you? We need at least 2 weeks, but three would give me more breathing room." He winks at Dietrich.
(unless other questions or business, Sparhawk gets up and excuses himself) "We best be on our way. Well met Master Thornston."
(OOC : Reginald will let everyone know what he saw and heard through his familiar when we get a bit aways from the area. also will send his familiar back to his pocket dimesion so he isn't seen leaving.)
Cats go Moo!
Vars nods in agreement with Sparhawk, glad that it seems things will work out...assuming everything goes according to plan with this other mission. Once they are outside and on their way again, he says, "If needed, we can ignore the cavern until after our trip with Thornston. The treasure has been sitting there for generations already, so I don't see any harm or risk in letting it wait longer." As much as he wants to continue his search, doesn't want to miss out on this other job. However... "Though, if we do have time, I would much rather like to collect the treasure before heading back here if possible. I... agreed to give the fellow I bought the map from a few coins from whatever we recover, and I would like to get that to him before we leave for who knows how long." He pauses, then after a moment's thought adds, "I don't think he'll care either way. He might just assume I died trying to get the treasure if I never show up...or he'll just realize that other things got in the way. Its...just something to think about."
Sparhawk looks at Vars and smiles, "You seem to be in a good mood my friend. Employment does that to people. Shall we find you a new sword for our next trip?"
(Anyone who needs supplies, including our new crew, can buy basic stuff out of game, just run it by Dwar, including basic potions, etc.)
"Unless anyone feels differently, we leave in one hour. Anything you need, grab here for our journey. "
“ I am glad to have you on the crew. Meet me back here soon as you get back to town after your current commitment is fulfilled. If you find yourself unable to make it by the end of the third week, place a note in this tube, it will get to me in a flash. It only works one time, but it works well.”
he hands you a short bamboo tube with a rune inscription on its ends.
“ good Luck on your venture”
Dietrich walks you to the door and Shakes your hand and bids you all good day
Sparhawk pulls Lir aside from the others before he wanders or shops for supplies.
For Lir:
"Lir my friend, you have earned my trust by your actions. As is my custom as your captain, when you return I will ask that you swear an oath of loyalty to me. In return, I shall do the same for you."
Lir looks at Sparhawk with his strange, black eyes for a moment too long.
If that comforts you.
He then turns and wanders, with a slight totter to his step, in the direction of the dock.