As they get outside (and out of the Mistress’ earshot), Gunnar tosses a pouch of 30 gold to Ruby, “Excellently done, kid. Nice work staying cool in there. As you can see, calm pays handsomely.” He looks ahead and frowns a bit, “It’s unfortunately in short supply for some people, as are brains.”
"Well done." he whispers. "My father's father, Osha Shanka, once used that same tactic while buying and selling fish. Very successful. Is classic Shanka clan bedtime story." With a serious, knowing look and a friendly tap on the back, Shanka ambles off to match his pace with Ravi, keeping an eye out for someone he can ask for directions - seemingly, however, the dwarf knows the way.
"Well done." he whispers. "My father's father, Osha Shanka, once used that same tactic while buying and selling fish. Very successful. Is classic Shanka clan bedtime story." With a serious, knowing look and a friendly tap on the back, Shanka ambles off to match his pace with Ravi, keeping an eye out for someone he can ask for directions - seemingly, however, the dwarf knows the way.
Gunnar will shake his hand and pass him 30 gold as well before he leaves, “I appreciate it, Tovar. Your father and mine would likely get along... swimmingly.” Gunnar smirks a bit at his own joke. However, he focuses once more, continuing his walk down the hall, “It’ll be the start of much more.”
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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
Turning to Ravi she says. "Sure, out on the plateau there are a few black tents. Those are our infirmary tents, the healers there will know where the spikes are, it is not part of my job to know."
(We were told the way! Ravi listens three times)
The dwarf cranes his neck upward to meet Tovar's eye and smiles. "I'll need a ladder if we're going to have an extended conversation, longshanks." He gestures in Gunnar's direction. "I have worked with humans for decades now, and I am forever surprised by how unpredictable your dealings can be.To be sure, the Mistress Stringent is quicksilver on hot stone, but the two of you managed our negotiation as well as could be hoped."
He sighs. "That was uncharitable. You both did exceedingly well. Forgive me, but there is more mercenary than merchant about your appearance and I doubted your mettle."
(Ravi remains concerned about Ruby's wellbeing, but it's not in his nature to offer unasked-for aid)
Gunnar tosses another 30 to Ravi, “Always better to have people underestimate you, gives you a better chance to impress them. Plus it’s a learning experience, there’s value in everything, never undersell yourself or others.”
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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
On the way out to the infirmary you pass the same guard that led you in earlier. "Did she... did she hear me call her Mistress? I should've stayed quiet. Oh, man I'll get fired..." She turns and walks into a small tent by the gates and shuts the door flap behind her. The party walks across the plateu with Ravi in the lead. For a while. The rest of the party spots some pitch black tents, similar to what Mrs Stringent had told you about a few minutes earlier, at your right hand side and you stop. Ravi, on the other hand continues walking, looking in the other direction.
Muffled grunts can be heard from within the black tents.
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Blixanix Glitterpain, Goblin Bard - In campaign: Ravnica, City of Guilds
The Soggiest DM - In campaign: Boats, Rocks & Ruffians Eira Whitefeather, Human Sorcerer/Warlock - In campaign: Death Inspectors Expanded
Roland "THUNDER HIPPO" Wolfscribe, Human Bloodhunter - In campaign: Core City: A Play-by-post Adventure
As they get outside (and out of the Mistress’ earshot), Gunnar tosses a pouch of 30 gold to Ruby, “Excellently done, kid. Nice work staying cool in there. As you can see, calm pays handsomely.” He looks ahead and frowns a bit, “It’s unfortunately in short supply for some people, as are brains.”
Ruby looks relieved at the praise from Gunnar, exhaling as she does so. "She could still do with being knocked down a few pegs though...", she grumbles. Her eyes widen as she opens the pouch thrown to her and counts the coins, more than she had ever owned before.
On the way out to the infirmary you pass the same guard that led you in earlier. "Did she... did she hear me call her Mistress? I should've stayed quiet. Oh, man I'll get fired..."
The scowl returns to Ruby's face as she overhears the guard's comments, but she says nothing as she walks with the group towards the tents.
No-one answers as Tovar calls, but the shouting is enough to turn Ravis attention back to the rest of the party. Ravi enters the 30 ft long, 10 ft wide tent. In the dim lantern light of the tent you see cots decorate one of the longer walls, placed 4 or 5 feet apart. Most of them are filled except for one, the one closest to the entrance. By the furthest door a gaunt figure stands, clad in a long coat that matches the dark exterior of the tent. They are currently tending to a someone at the far end but don't seem to have noticed any of you yet.
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Blixanix Glitterpain, Goblin Bard - In campaign: Ravnica, City of Guilds
The Soggiest DM - In campaign: Boats, Rocks & Ruffians Eira Whitefeather, Human Sorcerer/Warlock - In campaign: Death Inspectors Expanded
Roland "THUNDER HIPPO" Wolfscribe, Human Bloodhunter - In campaign: Core City: A Play-by-post Adventure
The figure turns to you and pulls two strings out from behind their ears before pocketing the facemask they were wearing. "Yes?" There is a slight lisp on their S'es. "Are you in need of medical care?" It is hard to tell whether the person is male or female in their large, black coat and with their gaunt build. Their cheekbones are high, almost elven, but the split tongue peeking from between their lips as they talk make it even more confusing. The person says a few mumbled words to the person on the cot by their side and gestures for you to come over. ""Come, we can talk while I work."
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Blixanix Glitterpain, Goblin Bard - In campaign: Ravnica, City of Guilds
The Soggiest DM - In campaign: Boats, Rocks & Ruffians Eira Whitefeather, Human Sorcerer/Warlock - In campaign: Death Inspectors Expanded
Roland "THUNDER HIPPO" Wolfscribe, Human Bloodhunter - In campaign: Core City: A Play-by-post Adventure
Ruby eyes the figure warily, its dark cloak and uncertain features putting her on edge. She stands in the doorway to the tent, half studying the figure, half surveying the surroundings outside.
"Ah, yes, of course." Tovar lumbers closer to the sick bed, keeping his distance by a few meters. "We are the newly hired mercenary group. Soon it may be our wounds to be stitching, yes?"
Tovar's joke sours on his own ears, and after a slight cough he continues. "Our employer mentioned that you had some information about the wounds inflicted on the miners. Perhaps they will be of use to us for to avoid?"
The young cleric hums a soft tune and walks toward the infirmary.
Perception (just keeping his eyes open along the way): 7
Imani Jones - Lv 11 Warlock of The Living City - Variant Human| Fate/False Revelation
Wick Stumbleduck - Lv 4 Lore Bard - Forest Gnome | Elustran Days
Khurah - Lv 3 Star Druid - Half-orc | Boats, Rocks, and Ruffians
Dale Swanson - User of the Sound of Silence Stand - Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Sunset Investigations
Ayaci Vikerfjell - Lv 8 Rune Knight | Variant Human | Storm King's Thunder
As they get outside (and out of the Mistress’ earshot), Gunnar tosses a pouch of 30 gold to Ruby, “Excellently done, kid. Nice work staying cool in there. As you can see, calm pays handsomely.” He looks ahead and frowns a bit, “It’s unfortunately in short supply for some people, as are brains.”
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
As they head off, Tovar catches up with Gunnar.
"Well done." he whispers. "My father's father, Osha Shanka, once used that same tactic while buying and selling fish. Very successful. Is classic Shanka clan bedtime story." With a serious, knowing look and a friendly tap on the back, Shanka ambles off to match his pace with Ravi, keeping an eye out for someone he can ask for directions - seemingly, however, the dwarf knows the way.
Gunnar will shake his hand and pass him 30 gold as well before he leaves, “I appreciate it, Tovar. Your father and mine would likely get along... swimmingly.” Gunnar smirks a bit at his own joke. However, he focuses once more, continuing his walk down the hall, “It’ll be the start of much more.”
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
(We were told the way! Ravi listens three times)
The dwarf cranes his neck upward to meet Tovar's eye and smiles. "I'll need a ladder if we're going to have an extended conversation, longshanks." He gestures in Gunnar's direction. "I have worked with humans for decades now, and I am forever surprised by how unpredictable your dealings can be.To be sure, the Mistress Stringent is quicksilver on hot stone, but the two of you managed our negotiation as well as could be hoped."
He sighs. "That was uncharitable. You both did exceedingly well. Forgive me, but there is more mercenary than merchant about your appearance and I doubted your mettle."
(Ravi remains concerned about Ruby's wellbeing, but it's not in his nature to offer unasked-for aid)
Imani Jones - Lv 11 Warlock of The Living City - Variant Human| Fate/False Revelation
Wick Stumbleduck - Lv 4 Lore Bard - Forest Gnome | Elustran Days
Khurah - Lv 3 Star Druid - Half-orc | Boats, Rocks, and Ruffians
Dale Swanson - User of the Sound of Silence Stand - Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Sunset Investigations
Ayaci Vikerfjell - Lv 8 Rune Knight | Variant Human | Storm King's Thunder
Gunnar tosses another 30 to Ravi, “Always better to have people underestimate you, gives you a better chance to impress them. Plus it’s a learning experience, there’s value in everything, never undersell yourself or others.”
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
Amused at the de facto organization of treasurer/speaker for the party, Tovar pockets the 30 with a satisfied pat.
On the way out to the infirmary you pass the same guard that led you in earlier. "Did she... did she hear me call her Mistress? I should've stayed quiet. Oh, man I'll get fired..." She turns and walks into a small tent by the gates and shuts the door flap behind her. The party walks across the plateu with Ravi in the lead. For a while. The rest of the party spots some pitch black tents, similar to what Mrs Stringent had told you about a few minutes earlier, at your right hand side and you stop. Ravi, on the other hand continues walking, looking in the other direction.
Muffled grunts can be heard from within the black tents.
Blixanix Glitterpain, Goblin Bard - In campaign: Ravnica, City of GuildsThe Soggiest DM - In campaign: Boats, Rocks & RuffiansEira Whitefeather, Human Sorcerer/Warlock - In campaign: Death Inspectors ExpandedRoland "THUNDER HIPPO" Wolfscribe, Human Bloodhunter - In campaign: Core City: A Play-by-post Adventure
"Hello!? Anyone for to being home?"
Ruby looks relieved at the praise from Gunnar, exhaling as she does so. "She could still do with being knocked down a few pegs though...", she grumbles. Her eyes widen as she opens the pouch thrown to her and counts the coins, more than she had ever owned before.
The scowl returns to Ruby's face as she overhears the guard's comments, but she says nothing as she walks with the group towards the tents.
(assuming someone stops him)
Ravi grins sheepishly and turns around. Arriving at the tents, he knocks on a post and enters.
(Depending on what he sees, he'll either address the person in charge or approach the nearest of the wounded, kneeling by their cot)
Imani Jones - Lv 11 Warlock of The Living City - Variant Human| Fate/False Revelation
Wick Stumbleduck - Lv 4 Lore Bard - Forest Gnome | Elustran Days
Khurah - Lv 3 Star Druid - Half-orc | Boats, Rocks, and Ruffians
Dale Swanson - User of the Sound of Silence Stand - Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Sunset Investigations
Ayaci Vikerfjell - Lv 8 Rune Knight | Variant Human | Storm King's Thunder
No-one answers as Tovar calls, but the shouting is enough to turn Ravis attention back to the rest of the party. Ravi enters the 30 ft long, 10 ft wide tent. In the dim lantern light of the tent you see cots decorate one of the longer walls, placed 4 or 5 feet apart. Most of them are filled except for one, the one closest to the entrance. By the furthest door a gaunt figure stands, clad in a long coat that matches the dark exterior of the tent. They are currently tending to a someone at the far end but don't seem to have noticed any of you yet.
Blixanix Glitterpain, Goblin Bard - In campaign: Ravnica, City of GuildsThe Soggiest DM - In campaign: Boats, Rocks & RuffiansEira Whitefeather, Human Sorcerer/Warlock - In campaign: Death Inspectors ExpandedRoland "THUNDER HIPPO" Wolfscribe, Human Bloodhunter - In campaign: Core City: A Play-by-post Adventure
Tovar pops his head under the tent flap. "Ah, Hyello?"
Ravi looks expectantly at the gaunt figure. If they fail to get a response, he approaches and clears his throat politely.
"Pardon the intrusion; we were told that there are wounded here. We were directed to attend to them by Madam Stringent."
Imani Jones - Lv 11 Warlock of The Living City - Variant Human| Fate/False Revelation
Wick Stumbleduck - Lv 4 Lore Bard - Forest Gnome | Elustran Days
Khurah - Lv 3 Star Druid - Half-orc | Boats, Rocks, and Ruffians
Dale Swanson - User of the Sound of Silence Stand - Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Sunset Investigations
Ayaci Vikerfjell - Lv 8 Rune Knight | Variant Human | Storm King's Thunder
Gunnar coughs a bit, before leaning down to Ravi, "Maybe we just avoid 'M' words when talking about 'you know who,' get what I mean?"
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
The figure turns to you and pulls two strings out from behind their ears before pocketing the facemask they were wearing. "Yes?" There is a slight lisp on their S'es. "Are you in need of medical care?" It is hard to tell whether the person is male or female in their large, black coat and with their gaunt build. Their cheekbones are high, almost elven, but the split tongue peeking from between their lips as they talk make it even more confusing. The person says a few mumbled words to the person on the cot by their side and gestures for you to come over. ""Come, we can talk while I work."
Blixanix Glitterpain, Goblin Bard - In campaign: Ravnica, City of GuildsThe Soggiest DM - In campaign: Boats, Rocks & RuffiansEira Whitefeather, Human Sorcerer/Warlock - In campaign: Death Inspectors ExpandedRoland "THUNDER HIPPO" Wolfscribe, Human Bloodhunter - In campaign: Core City: A Play-by-post Adventure
Ruby eyes the figure warily, its dark cloak and uncertain features putting her on edge. She stands in the doorway to the tent, half studying the figure, half surveying the surroundings outside.
"Ah, yes, of course." Tovar lumbers closer to the sick bed, keeping his distance by a few meters. "We are the newly hired mercenary group. Soon it may be our wounds to be stitching, yes?"
Tovar's joke sours on his own ears, and after a slight cough he continues. "Our employer mentioned that you had some information about the wounds inflicted on the miners. Perhaps they will be of use to us for to avoid?"
Ravi leaves tovar to talk to the healer. He moves to one of the other wounded instead. "How are you, friend?" he asks quietly.
Imani Jones - Lv 11 Warlock of The Living City - Variant Human| Fate/False Revelation
Wick Stumbleduck - Lv 4 Lore Bard - Forest Gnome | Elustran Days
Khurah - Lv 3 Star Druid - Half-orc | Boats, Rocks, and Ruffians
Dale Swanson - User of the Sound of Silence Stand - Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Sunset Investigations
Ayaci Vikerfjell - Lv 8 Rune Knight | Variant Human | Storm King's Thunder
Still silent all this time, the reptile follows Ravi to inspect the wounded.
"Ignorance is bliss, and you look absolutely miserable."