Several guards file into the tavern. Amalica rushes out to greet them. They eye her with disdain, but remain polite. They all take a seat at the bar. There are five of them.
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“Dyoken, Luthok, did you see what possible artifacts this Ivsaar had in his collection? This Moonshadow peaks my interest. That being said... I really don’t care what we do. You all should decide amongst yourselves.”
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Rex'aliha - Hoard of the Dragon Queen ~ Mozu of Worms- The Stormpoint Mountains ~ Muireach Maon- Shepherd’s Crossing ~ Crownsguard - Storm King’s Thunder ~ Gunnar Wayland -Boats, Rocks, and Ruffians ~ POUF!- Ex-Ravens ~ Pascal LaRoux - Long Road Dragon Heist
"Given that Urich is in the city that's probably next on our agenda." Dyoken sees the bearded elf caring so kindly for his blade, not in a threatening way at all, he heads over to take a closer look. He takes the nearest chair before the guards can get to it. Not rudely, but certainly not timidly either.
"That's a fine blade. Looks like you care well for your lot. Tools, business, and family. A respectable house to be sure."
(As for Ivsaar's collection. Does DK remember seeing anything particularly interesting in the room "cluttered with junk, baubles, and paper"? Intelligence: 11)
"Yep." The drow replies. "I keep my house in order. I thank Corellon everyday for this blessing he has bestowed upon me. What about you, young man?" He gives DK an appraising look. "You have much going for you?"
"Hey, drow," one of the human guards wiggles his emptied glass at the man. "Refill."
The old man obliges casually as if that human didn't just spit out the word drow like a dirty word.
"Did he show me? No! I thought I needed to keep an eye on Dyoken here," the dwarf stroked his beard. "BUT IT TURNS OUT IT WAS YOU FOOLS I NEEDED TO KEEP TABS ON!"
Amalica returns with everyone's drinks. She grins at Dyoken before disappearing into the kitchen again.
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DK remembered spotting a dull, silver (?) compass or pocket watch sitting on Ivsaar's desk.
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"Yep." The drow replies. "I keep my house in order. I thank Corellon everyday for this blessing he has bestowed upon me. What about you, young man?" He gives DK an appraising look. "You have much going for you?"
"Hey, drow," one of the human guards wiggles his emptied glass at the man. "Refill."
The old man obliges casually as if that human didn't just spit out the word drow like a dirty word.
"Did he show me? No! I thought I needed to keep an eye on Dyoken here," the dwarf stroked his beard. "BUT IT TURNS OUT IT WAS YOU FOOLS I NEEDED TO KEEP TABS ON!"
Amalica returns with everyone's drinks. She grins at Dyoken before disappearing into the kitchen again.
“Well... yes, I thought that was obvious? I’m clearly in no position to care about much today, and Merrick is... Anyway, it was a poor decision regardless. It looks like I’ll need to be more forceful tomorrow if I am to lead you.” Muireach gives a side eye to the guards, as if weighing options.
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Rex'aliha - Hoard of the Dragon Queen ~ Mozu of Worms- The Stormpoint Mountains ~ Muireach Maon- Shepherd’s Crossing ~ Crownsguard - Storm King’s Thunder ~ Gunnar Wayland -Boats, Rocks, and Ruffians ~ POUF!- Ex-Ravens ~ Pascal LaRoux - Long Road Dragon Heist
"Please and thank you" Dyoken adds on the guard's behalf. "Anyway, things are lookin' up. My friends and I are starting up a lucrative business, so far we've done well, in spite of a few hiccups. Journey before destination, right? I should write that down" DK pulls out a little book and writes "Journey before destination" next to the words "No room for caution in a life lived to the fullest."
"Hm, I wonder if the purple lady at the library might know something about the sovereign," continues Merrick, not really paying attention to Luthok's scolding. "She seemed like she knew a thing or two about books. Maybe she would know?"
Turning to the dark elf server, he asks. "Do you guys have any dandelion ale?"
The drow man nods, "Opening your own business. My, my, how exciting." There is no hint of excitement to his voice, but there is no hint of sarcasm either. "It would be best to focus on such things, yes?"
Amalica smiles at Merrick, "Why yes we do, would you all like some?"
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"Oh absolutely!" Dyoken agrees earnestly, but focus is not his strong suit and his head turns unapologetically each time Amalica walks by drawing his gaze. "How's business here at The Second Plate? Do you find running a tavern affords you much time to spend with your very lovely daughter?"
"Business is slow til' there're no other places to go,"the drow says. "My daughter works here every night, so I spend time with her just fine, son. She is a lovely young woman. Gonna marry a fine drow someday, Corellon willin'!"
"Oh papa!" The younger drow scrunches up her nose. She returns her gaze to the table and smiles at Merrick. Amalica seems pleased. "Right away, monsieur!" She hurries off again and returns with the brew. "Do not hesitate to ask me for any help, oui?"
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"Business is slow til' there're no other places to go,"the drow says. "My daughter works here every night, so I spend time with her just fine, son. She is a lovely young woman. Gonna marry a fine drow someday, Corellon willin'!"
"Oh papa!" The younger drow scrunches up her nose. She returns her gaze to the table and smiles at Merrick. Amalica seems pleased. "Right away, monsieur!" She hurries off again and returns with the brew. "Do not hesitate to ask me for any help, oui?"
"Marquis bucaulp!" says Merrick, drawing a long gulp of dandelion ale. "It's muy bueno and al fresco." Merrick fumbles his way through the drow style of speech, but it's adorable rather than offensive. "Actually, I did want to ask your help. Have you heard anything about a legend of sovereign in the sky? A skysovereign? Some kind of place that's bright when its dark? I heard a song about it, and I want to learn more."
Amalica rises a brow at the kithkin's pronunciation, but doesn't say anything of it. She is working hard for a tip! "Skysovereign? Hmm.. no, it does not. Papa!" Amalica catches her father's attention. "Have you heard of this Skysovereign?"
"Hmm? Skysovereign, my love?" The old drow strokes his beard thoughtfully. "Oh, it is on the tip of my tongue. I've heard many stories in my 800 years..."
Perhaps the song would jog his memory?
(Roll a performance if you do play it for the old man. Or you can have Vivi do it as she is trained in performance oddly enough.)
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Merrick plays a bit off key and Muireach's tempo is slower than it should be, but the lyrics are what stand out the best!
"Oh hoh, your talkin' about the palace of the Songbird." The old drow muses. When he speaks, you can hardly see a mouth, instead seeing his mustache move up and down with every word. "Skysovereign. I don't think the Aven ever solved their own mystery. 'Course, I was around when the ol' bird first took flight."
"Old man," one of the guards interrupted by slamming his tankard on the counter top. "Another."
"Of course, young man,"the barkeep pours him some more cheap beer.
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"Oh that's wonderful" Dyoken says, "A beauty like her deserves a good husband." DK turns to listen to Merrick's rendition. At the guards interruption he frowns, (Intimidation: 12) "How disappointing. Lieutenant Finley is a fine man, and a good friend. I thought he'd have trained his men to represent the guard with some honor." Finley, a solid Avershamian name. Said like it sounds.
Several guards file into the tavern. Amalica rushes out to greet them. They eye her with disdain, but remain polite. They all take a seat at the bar. There are five of them.
DM: Adventures in Phandalin [Khessa], The Dread of Strahd [Darya], Dragons of Stormwreck Isle [Rook], Baldur's Gate Mysteries [4-Player]
Player: Oona in MO's Icewind Dale
Ru's Current Status
“Dyoken, Luthok, did you see what possible artifacts this Ivsaar had in his collection? This Moonshadow peaks my interest. That being said... I really don’t care what we do. You all should decide amongst yourselves.”
DM - Elustran Days ~ Fate/False Revelation
Rex'aliha - Hoard of the Dragon Queen ~ Mozu of Worms - The Stormpoint Mountains ~ Muireach Maon - Shepherd’s Crossing ~ Crownsguard - Storm King’s Thunder ~ Gunnar Wayland - Boats, Rocks, and Ruffians ~ POUF! - Ex-Ravens ~ Pascal LaRoux - Long Road Dragon Heist
"Given that Urich is in the city that's probably next on our agenda." Dyoken sees the bearded elf caring so kindly for his blade, not in a threatening way at all, he heads over to take a closer look. He takes the nearest chair before the guards can get to it. Not rudely, but certainly not timidly either.
"That's a fine blade. Looks like you care well for your lot. Tools, business, and family. A respectable house to be sure."
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(As for Ivsaar's collection. Does DK remember seeing anything particularly interesting in the room "cluttered with junk, baubles, and paper"? Intelligence: 11)
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"Yep." The drow replies. "I keep my house in order. I thank Corellon everyday for this blessing he has bestowed upon me. What about you, young man?" He gives DK an appraising look. "You have much going for you?"
"Hey, drow," one of the human guards wiggles his emptied glass at the man. "Refill."
The old man obliges casually as if that human didn't just spit out the word drow like a dirty word.
"Did he show me? No! I thought I needed to keep an eye on Dyoken here," the dwarf stroked his beard. "BUT IT TURNS OUT IT WAS YOU FOOLS I NEEDED TO KEEP TABS ON!"
Amalica returns with everyone's drinks. She grins at Dyoken before disappearing into the kitchen again.
DM: Adventures in Phandalin [Khessa], The Dread of Strahd [Darya], Dragons of Stormwreck Isle [Rook], Baldur's Gate Mysteries [4-Player]
Player: Oona in MO's Icewind Dale
Ru's Current Status
DK remembered spotting a dull, silver (?) compass or pocket watch sitting on Ivsaar's desk.
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Player: Oona in MO's Icewind Dale
Ru's Current Status
“Well... yes, I thought that was obvious? I’m clearly in no position to care about much today, and Merrick is... Anyway, it was a poor decision regardless. It looks like I’ll need to be more forceful tomorrow if I am to lead you.” Muireach gives a side eye to the guards, as if weighing options.
DM - Elustran Days ~ Fate/False Revelation
Rex'aliha - Hoard of the Dragon Queen ~ Mozu of Worms - The Stormpoint Mountains ~ Muireach Maon - Shepherd’s Crossing ~ Crownsguard - Storm King’s Thunder ~ Gunnar Wayland - Boats, Rocks, and Ruffians ~ POUF! - Ex-Ravens ~ Pascal LaRoux - Long Road Dragon Heist
"Please and thank you" Dyoken adds on the guard's behalf. "Anyway, things are lookin' up. My friends and I are starting up a lucrative business, so far we've done well, in spite of a few hiccups. Journey before destination, right? I should write that down" DK pulls out a little book and writes "Journey before destination" next to the words "No room for caution in a life lived to the fullest."
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"Hm, I wonder if the purple lady at the library might know something about the sovereign," continues Merrick, not really paying attention to Luthok's scolding. "She seemed like she knew a thing or two about books. Maybe she would know?"
Turning to the dark elf server, he asks. "Do you guys have any dandelion ale?"
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The drow man nods, "Opening your own business. My, my, how exciting." There is no hint of excitement to his voice, but there is no hint of sarcasm either. "It would be best to focus on such things, yes?"
Amalica smiles at Merrick, "Why yes we do, would you all like some?"
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Player: Oona in MO's Icewind Dale
Ru's Current Status
"Oh absolutely!" Dyoken agrees earnestly, but focus is not his strong suit and his head turns unapologetically each time Amalica walks by drawing his gaze. "How's business here at The Second Plate? Do you find running a tavern affords you much time to spend with your very lovely daughter?"
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"Oh yes, finally! Two double larges please," Merrick smiles winsomely at the drow lady, turning on the charm.
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"Business is slow til' there're no other places to go," the drow says. "My daughter works here every night, so I spend time with her just fine, son. She is a lovely young woman. Gonna marry a fine drow someday, Corellon willin'!"
"Oh papa!" The younger drow scrunches up her nose. She returns her gaze to the table and smiles at Merrick. Amalica seems pleased. "Right away, monsieur!" She hurries off again and returns with the brew. "Do not hesitate to ask me for any help, oui?"
DM: Adventures in Phandalin [Khessa], The Dread of Strahd [Darya], Dragons of Stormwreck Isle [Rook], Baldur's Gate Mysteries [4-Player]
Player: Oona in MO's Icewind Dale
Ru's Current Status
"Marquis bucaulp!" says Merrick, drawing a long gulp of dandelion ale. "It's muy bueno and al fresco."
Merrick fumbles his way through the drow style of speech, but it's adorable rather than offensive. "Actually, I did want to ask your help. Have you heard anything about a legend of sovereign in the sky? A skysovereign? Some kind of place that's bright when its dark? I heard a song about it, and I want to learn more."
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Amalica rises a brow at the kithkin's pronunciation, but doesn't say anything of it. She is working hard for a tip! "Skysovereign? Hmm.. no, it does not. Papa!" Amalica catches her father's attention. "Have you heard of this Skysovereign?"
"Hmm? Skysovereign, my love?" The old drow strokes his beard thoughtfully. "Oh, it is on the tip of my tongue. I've heard many stories in my 800 years..."
Perhaps the song would jog his memory?
(Roll a performance if you do play it for the old man. Or you can have Vivi do it as she is trained in performance oddly enough.)
DM: Adventures in Phandalin [Khessa], The Dread of Strahd [Darya], Dragons of Stormwreck Isle [Rook], Baldur's Gate Mysteries [4-Player]
Player: Oona in MO's Icewind Dale
Ru's Current Status
"Ah oui, it goes a little something like this. Lord of heroes, will you do me the honor of accompanying me?" asks Merrick politely and respectfully.
Performance: 17
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Muireach gives some accompaniment on his pipes.
DM - Elustran Days ~ Fate/False Revelation
Rex'aliha - Hoard of the Dragon Queen ~ Mozu of Worms - The Stormpoint Mountains ~ Muireach Maon - Shepherd’s Crossing ~ Crownsguard - Storm King’s Thunder ~ Gunnar Wayland - Boats, Rocks, and Ruffians ~ POUF! - Ex-Ravens ~ Pascal LaRoux - Long Road Dragon Heist
Merrick plays a bit off key and Muireach's tempo is slower than it should be, but the lyrics are what stand out the best!
"Oh hoh, your talkin' about the palace of the Songbird." The old drow muses. When he speaks, you can hardly see a mouth, instead seeing his mustache move up and down with every word. "Skysovereign. I don't think the Aven ever solved their own mystery. 'Course, I was around when the ol' bird first took flight."
"Old man," one of the guards interrupted by slamming his tankard on the counter top. "Another."
"Of course, young man," the barkeep pours him some more cheap beer.
DM: Adventures in Phandalin [Khessa], The Dread of Strahd [Darya], Dragons of Stormwreck Isle [Rook], Baldur's Gate Mysteries [4-Player]
Player: Oona in MO's Icewind Dale
Ru's Current Status
Muireach continues to glance at the guards as he taps his fingers along the table.
DM - Elustran Days ~ Fate/False Revelation
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"Oh that's wonderful" Dyoken says, "A beauty like her deserves a good husband." DK turns to listen to Merrick's rendition. At the guards interruption he frowns, (Intimidation: 12) "How disappointing. Lieutenant Finley is a fine man, and a good friend. I thought he'd have trained his men to represent the guard with some honor." Finley, a solid Avershamian name. Said like it sounds.
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