Brand shakes his head slowly, "My business at the school is a private matter; I am very fortunate that they occasionally tolerate my presence."
Brand pauses in consideration for a moment, "Should I be on the lookout for anything that would assist the temple?"
[[ Edit: Any chance (in your copious spare time) of adding SoOS and Lemane's to the map? ]]
[[What I will do, though it might take some time, is remove any specific Brand locations from the base map (e.g., the Brand Residence) and instead use pins like I did for the recent fight on the riverside. This will allow me to make the general map publicly accessible and have custom maps for individual players.]]
The woman looks a little irritated by Brand's evasion, but then says, "If you see Negress Black, please report his whereabouts to the Temple as soon as possible."
[[Roleplaying tonight, so I probably won't do any more until tomorrow unless things get slow, my character dies, etc.]]
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist) Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon. The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
Brand nods, "I am most familiar with the temple of Aieda, is there anyone in particular I should ask for?"
[[Waits for answer]]
...and heads to the school gate and knocks/rings.
[[ If/when Minton answers, he enters the School quickly, and tries to forestall Minton should be be ready to leave, eg. "A moment of your time, Master Minton, if possible before lunch... " ]]
[[ If there is no answer, he rings again as necessary ]]
[[ use pins like I did for the recent fight on the riverside ]]
[[ That sounds very sensible. But....the map looks like it does layers...can you hide layers for different users ? ]]
Brand nods, "I am most familiar with the temple of Aieda, is there anyone in particular I should ask for?"
[[Waits for answer]]
...and heads to the school gate and knocks/rings.
[[ If/when Minton answers, he enters the School quickly, and tries to forestall Minton should be be ready to leave, eg. "A moment of your time, Master Minton, if possible before lunch... " ]]
[[ If there is no answer, he rings again as necessary ]]
[[ use pins like I did for the recent fight on the riverside ]]
[[ That sounds very sensible. But....the map looks like it does layers...can you hide layers for different users ? ]]
[[The map was created outside World Anvil, so no filtering of layers on the map. I might be able to filter who can see which pins, but it will probably be easier to create duplicate maps, which I can control access to; I'm doing that already.]]
After Handleader Blume tells Blume that contacting anyone at any of the four temples should be sufficient (she didn't give a specific name) he heads across to the entrance of the School of Occult Studies.
As he approaches, he hears the sound of barking and when he knocks the door is opened quickly by a young man wearing the plain robes and bronze medallion of a student.
"Good morning, sir," says the student respectfully. "Can I help you?"
Behind the student, Brand can see Master Minton giving Bruxa, his large dog companion, a vigorous head scratching, which the dog seems to be enjoying.
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist) Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon. The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
"Good morning, I am here to see Master Minton, and later perhaps Master Nathaniel, if he is well enough", Brand says, nodding in the direction of Minton.
Brand is allowed into the School and introduces himself to the young man at the gate; a Sorendenese youth perhaps two years Brand's junior who gives his name as Seb de Kassam and seems to recognise Brand's family name.
As Brand approaches Minton and the dog, Seb closes the door and asks, "Are you related to Koric Brand the wine maker?"
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist) Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon. The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
Brand nods, "It is but a small contribution that we make to the grand tapestry of the empire."
Then he smiles, "And is very pleasant to.drink! Have you tried the '47? [[ A decent reasonably recent vintage]] It's definitely worth cellaring. I'll try to remember to bring a bottle next time."
[[ He waits a moment for a response ]]
Turning to Minton, his face becomes serious once more. "Master Minton, would it be possible to have a private word with you?"
Brand nods, "It is but a small contribution that we make to the grand tapestry of the empire."
Then he smiles, "And is very pleasant to.drink! Have you tried the '47? [[ A decent reasonably recent vintage]] It's definitely worth cellaring. I'll try to remember to bring a bottle next time."
[[ He waits a moment for a response ]]
Turning to Minton, his face becomes serious once more. "Master Minton, would it be possible to have a private word with you?"
[[ Does brand know the Kassam family? ]]
[[Brand would certainly have heard of Phebas Kassam who is an historically famous leader of the Sorendenese army. However, the 'de Kassam' family is another matter (see the 'Naming of Bastard Children' article under the 'Miscellaneous things' category) and he has not heard of them (I made a Wisdom check roll for you). However, Seb does appear to be wearing a signet ring, so it would seem that the de Kassams have done well in their own right.]]
Seb's eyes light up and he says, "That would be very kind of you, I have heard good things of the wine from your family's estate and I would like to learn more."
When Brand turns away to talk to Minton, Seb steps away to a chair and a book just outside the gatehouse and starts reading. Meanwhile, Minton leads Brand into his private room in the gatehouse, where it is immediately apparent to Brand that Minton has either been doing a massive cleanup, or is preparing to leave.
"How are you this morning, Alaric?" says Minton. "Would you like some char before we head off to lunch?"
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist) Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon. The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
"That would be most welcome." Brand says as he glances around the room, a frown slowly forming.
"Still planning to leave I see. Is Seb to be your replacement?"
[[ Waits for answer ]]
"Well, that is something I will have to deal with. You and Nathaniel have been very helpful, and I'm not sure Mistress X [[ archmage PA ]] has taken much of a liking to me."
[[ Sorry, on phone....hard to lookup names Guessing you didn't die last night, at least ]]
"That would be most welcome." Brand says as he glances around the room, a frown slowly forming.
"Still planning to leave I see. Is Seb to be your replacement?"
[[ Waits for answer ]]
"Well, that is something I will have to deal with. You and Nathaniel have been very helpful, and I'm not sure Mistress X [[ archmage PA ]] has taken much of a liking to me."
[[ Sorry, on phone....hard to lookup names Guessing you didn't die last night, at least ]]
[[I'm fine. If you're talking about Vincenzo, he now also has a crushed foot and is clunking around with a crutch, which is good considering I thought he was going to die.]]
"Yes," says Minton, looking around at his packing. "I'm going to visit relatives back in the home country and then I think I might write a book about my experiences..." He then points at a number of hardback volumes still on a shelf on the wall and adds, "And maybe write the life histories for some of the people I have met; those that have given permission, of course."
He heads over to his pot belly stove and starts making the char. As he does so, he says, "Seb is just helping me at the moment. He is only a student, and is hardly qualified to be the gatekeeper of the School. I am not sure who they will replace me with, but that is their problem not mine."
Then, apparently having a sudden thought, he smiles conspiratorially and says, "You know your father would do much better appealing to Haneena's loyalty to the School rather than her loyalty to Sorenden... Funding from an external benefactor might go a long way towards changing her opinion. And, of course, I will deny that I ever said such a thing, if asked."
He then gives a chuckle and asks, "Milk?"
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist) Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon. The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
Brand laughs loudly, nodding at the suggestion of milk, "I am most definitely going to miss you! Are you sure you can not be persuaded to stay?"
He watches Minton a moment then continues "If the school has no place for you, I am sure that my father might. Here, or perhaps even down south, though I think he might prefer you to remain local. I know I would."
Minton thinks for a moment and then says, "Employment would be good in the longer term, but for the moment, I think seeing the home country would do me some good. Thanks for the offer though."
Minton comes across and hands Brand his cup and then clears a space at the table so they can both sit. "Do you have anywhere in particular you might like to go for lunch?"
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist) Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon. The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
[[ Can Brand think of good places that he would be able to get into, given his clothes? Not sure if they are a problem or not. He would probably like something good...that he can afford with the cash he has on him (several engles, so should be fine)]]
Brand considers for a moment, then says "I was thinking of X. I may not be dressed quite for it, but they know me at least."
"But before we go, I did want to ask: Does the school know that it is being watched by the temple? I saw you talking to the guards yesterday...and there are new ones here today. It seems quite unusual."
[[ If it helps in terms of selecting a place to eat, somewhere Portside that has the best fresh fish in town might also be an option; you don't need to let me know what options he has. I assume he's acquainted with a few establishments. But something that fits would be good. ]]
[[ Can Brand think of good places that he would be able to get into, given his clothes? Not sure if they are a problem or not. He would probably like something good...that he can afford with the cash he has on him (several engles, so should be fine)]]
[[Dressed as he is, he probably wouldn't be let into the most expensive restaurants in town, but most other places would accept him as he is when he shows he has the coin to be able to afford a meal.]]
Brand considers for a moment, then says "I was thinking of X. I may not be dressed quite for it, but they know me at least."
"But before we go, I did want to ask: Does the school know that it is being watched by the temple? I saw you talking to the guards yesterday...and there are new ones here today. It seems quite unusual."
[[ If it helps in terms of selecting a place to eat, somewhere Portside that has the best fresh fish in town might also be an option; you don't need to let me know what options he has. I assume he's acquainted with a few establishments. But something that fits would be good. ]]
[[Portside is quite a walk from where you are. There should be quite a few good places to eat just across the bridge in the Mercantile District.]]
Brand considers for a moment, then says "I was thinking of the Pheasant's Nest. I may not be dressed quite for it, but they know me at least."
"But before we go, I did want to ask: Does the school know that it is being watched by the temple? I saw you talking to the guards yesterday...and there are new ones here today. It seems quite unusual."
"Yes," Minton replies. "They know. The Temple of Aieda have had a presence there ever since I told them of the appearance of the avatar of Aieda, and their presence has been impossible to miss since the accusations of Arion worship have been levelled against the Archmagus's brother."
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist) Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon. The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
[[ Any signs of agitation in Minton? Yesterday he said he felt like he was being the school, and he was quite agitated about the avatar. Today he seems calm. ]]
Brand shakes his head, "A sad business. I had heard about the brother. The school has had a difficult two months. Abductions, Arion worship, and the avatar. Quite a ride!"
Breathing a sigh of relief, he sips his tea, relaxing. "I'm glad it's all above board then. I was a little worried for you, I must admit! That hand leader did not seem...friendly."
He pauses again, then his brow furrows. "It's odd you know...I'm sure I've seen him before. Do you happen to recall his name by any chance?"
[[ Wait for answer; if a prompt is useful, he would say "He had a soldierly bearing; more so than your average temple guard. But I could easily be mistaken." ]]
[[ If he gets a name that he recognises: "I know the name from somewhere, but it's not who I thought it was"
ELSE
"No matter, it was only idle curiosity, I'm terrible with faces!" ]]
Drink tea quietly for a time, if Minton wants to say anything, go with that, otherwise, finish tea then:]]
"I do have a small confession to make; the guards know that I know about Cyrus Black and the avatar, and they seemed quite disturbed. I don't think they know of the work I do." He says with a sheepish smile.
"I explained that I had heard temple guards wagering over the veracity of it all, but I would hate them to think you were in any way to blame. Is there another exit from the school? Perhaps we could leave that way. Unless of course there is nothing to worry about."
[[ Any signs of agitation in Minton? Yesterday he said he felt like he was being the school, and he was quite agitated about the avatar. Today he seems calm. ]]
Brand shakes his head, "A sad business. I had heard about the brother. The school has had a difficult two months. Abductions, Arion worship, and the avatar. Quite a ride!"
Breathing a sigh of relief, he sips his tea, relaxing. "I'm glad it's all above board then. I was a little worried for you, I must admit! That hand leader did not seem...friendly."
He pauses again, then his brow furrows. "It's odd you know...I'm sure I've seen him before. Do you happen to recall his name by any chance?"
[[I'm confused about the above. Brand was invisible at the time when he listened in on the conversation between Minton and the hand leader and so Minton wouldn't have known he was there, but you are having Brand act as if he should know that Brand was.]]
[[ Wait for answer; if a prompt is useful, he would say "He had a soldierly bearing; more so than your average temple guard. But I could easily be mistaken." ]]
[[ If he gets a name that he recognises: "I know the name from somewhere, but it's not who I thought it was"
ELSE
"No matter, it was only idle curiosity, I'm terrible with faces!" ]]
Drink tea quietly for a time, if Minton wants to say anything, go with that, otherwise, finish tea then:]]
"I do have a small confession to make; the guards know that I know about Cyrus Black and the avatar, and they seemed quite disturbed. I don't think they know of the work I do." He says with a sheepish smile.
[[I presume you mean Negress Black above. Cyrus Black is the Archmagus.]]
"I explained that I had heard temple guards wagering over the veracity of it all, but I would hate them to think you were in any way to blame. Is there another exit from the school? Perhaps we could leave that way. Unless of course there is nothing to worry about."
[[Brand would know that the only other 'normal' way to leave the School is by boat from the riverside dock.]]
[[I'll leave it there for the moment as I have to get ready to go to work and I need some clarification about the first part of the conversation.]]
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist) Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon. The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
[[ in previous section of dialogue, Brand did say, "I saw you talking to the guards yesterday", so some context for his comment was set up. If you missed that, then perhaps that's why Minton seems more calm than I expected (or my expectations are just wrong!).
Did this make more sense: ]]
Brand shakes his head, "A sad business. I had heard about the brother. The school has had a difficult two months. Abductions, Arion worship, and the avatar. Quite a ride!"
Breathing a sigh of relief, he sips his tea, relaxing. "I'm glad it's all above board then. I was a little worried for you, I must admit! It was hard to see him clearly, but that hand leader did not seem...friendly."
He pauses again, then his brow furrows. "It's odd you know...I'm sure I've seen him before. Do you happen to recall his name by any chance?"
[[ Are there any signs of agitation in Minton? Yesterday he said he felt like he was betraying the school, and he was quite agitated about the avatar. Today he seems calm. ]]
[[ I need to think about the next bits...but they probably depend more on Minton's response ]]
[[ in previous section of dialogue, Brand did say, "I saw you talking to the guards yesterday", so some context for his comment was set up. If you missed that, then perhaps that's why Minton seems more calm than I expected (or my expectations are just wrong!).
Did this make more sense: ]]
[[I did miss that. Minton should be surprised by this observation and this is now represented below.]]
Brand shakes his head, "A sad business. I had heard about the brother. The school has had a difficult two months. Abductions, Arion worship, and the avatar. Quite a ride!"
Breathing a sigh of relief, he sips his tea, relaxing. "I'm glad it's all above board then. I was a little worried for you, I must admit! It was hard to see him clearly, but that hand leader did not seem...friendly."
He pauses again, then his brow furrows. "It's odd you know...I'm sure I've seen him before. Do you happen to recall his name by any chance?"
[[ Are there any signs of agitation in Minton? Yesterday he said he felt like he was betraying the school, and he was quite agitated about the avatar. Today he seems calm. ]]
[[ I need to think about the next bits...but they probably depend more on Minton's response ]]
Having just told Brand that the school apparently knows that they are under observation by the Temple, Minton is then silent for a moment before saying, "You saw me talking to the guards? Yesterday? How?"
[[Brand is yet to mention the Pheasant's Nest. The above happens immediately after Minton tells Brand about the watchers from the Temple (which is the last thing I have had him say) and he seems more confused than agitated about what Brand has said.]]
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist) Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon. The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
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Brand shakes his head slowly, "My business at the school is a private matter; I am very fortunate that they occasionally tolerate my presence."
Brand pauses in consideration for a moment, "Should I be on the lookout for anything that would assist the temple?"
[[ Edit: Any chance (in your copious spare time) of adding SoOS and Lemane's to the map? ]]
The woman looks a little irritated by Brand's evasion, but then says, "If you see Negress Black, please report his whereabouts to the Temple as soon as possible."
[[Roleplaying tonight, so I probably won't do any more until tomorrow unless things get slow, my character dies, etc.]]
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist)
Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon.
The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
[[ No worries. Have fun. ]]
Brand nods, "I am most familiar with the temple of Aieda, is there anyone in particular I should ask for?"
[[Waits for answer]]
...and heads to the school gate and knocks/rings.
[[ If/when Minton answers, he enters the School quickly, and tries to forestall Minton should be be ready to leave, eg. "A moment of your time, Master Minton, if possible before lunch... " ]]
[[ If there is no answer, he rings again as necessary ]]
[[ That sounds very sensible. But....the map looks like it does layers...can you hide layers for different users ? ]]
After Handleader Blume tells Blume that contacting anyone at any of the four temples should be sufficient (she didn't give a specific name) he heads across to the entrance of the School of Occult Studies.
As he approaches, he hears the sound of barking and when he knocks the door is opened quickly by a young man wearing the plain robes and bronze medallion of a student.
"Good morning, sir," says the student respectfully. "Can I help you?"
Behind the student, Brand can see Master Minton giving Bruxa, his large dog companion, a vigorous head scratching, which the dog seems to be enjoying.
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist)
Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon.
The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
"Good morning, I am here to see Master Minton, and later perhaps Master Nathaniel, if he is well enough", Brand says, nodding in the direction of Minton.
The boy looks over his shoulder, smiles and then says, "Master Minton is expecting you, I believe."
He then takes on a more serious look and says, "However, I don't think you'll be able to see Master Nathaniel today. I am told he is not very well."
[[Visitors coming and we'll be at Andrew & Pat's this afternoon, so more later.]]
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist)
Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon.
The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
[[ Brand enters, if that is an option. Eg., Nodding at Minton and saying "May I?"]]
Brand smile and holds out his hand, "Alaric Brand, by the way. And you are?"
[[ Waits for reply ]]
"Sad news about Nathaniel, is he no better than yesterday?"
Brand is allowed into the School and introduces himself to the young man at the gate; a Sorendenese youth perhaps two years Brand's junior who gives his name as Seb de Kassam and seems to recognise Brand's family name.
As Brand approaches Minton and the dog, Seb closes the door and asks, "Are you related to Koric Brand the wine maker?"
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist)
Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon.
The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
Brand nods, "It is but a small contribution that we make to the grand tapestry of the empire."
Then he smiles, "And is very pleasant to.drink! Have you tried the '47? [[ A decent reasonably recent vintage]] It's definitely worth cellaring. I'll try to remember to bring a bottle next time."
[[ He waits a moment for a response ]]
Turning to Minton, his face becomes serious once more. "Master Minton, would it be possible to have a private word with you?"
[[ Does brand know the Kassam family? ]]
Seb's eyes light up and he says, "That would be very kind of you, I have heard good things of the wine from your family's estate and I would like to learn more."
When Brand turns away to talk to Minton, Seb steps away to a chair and a book just outside the gatehouse and starts reading. Meanwhile, Minton leads Brand into his private room in the gatehouse, where it is immediately apparent to Brand that Minton has either been doing a massive cleanup, or is preparing to leave.
"How are you this morning, Alaric?" says Minton. "Would you like some char before we head off to lunch?"
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist)
Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon.
The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
"That would be most welcome." Brand says as he glances around the room, a frown slowly forming.
"Still planning to leave I see. Is Seb to be your replacement?"
[[ Waits for answer ]]
"Well, that is something I will have to deal with. You and Nathaniel have been very helpful, and I'm not sure Mistress X [[ archmage PA ]] has taken much of a liking to me."
[[ Sorry, on phone....hard to lookup names Guessing you didn't die last night, at least ]]
"Yes," says Minton, looking around at his packing. "I'm going to visit relatives back in the home country and then I think I might write a book about my experiences..." He then points at a number of hardback volumes still on a shelf on the wall and adds, "And maybe write the life histories for some of the people I have met; those that have given permission, of course."
He heads over to his pot belly stove and starts making the char. As he does so, he says, "Seb is just helping me at the moment. He is only a student, and is hardly qualified to be the gatekeeper of the School. I am not sure who they will replace me with, but that is their problem not mine."
Then, apparently having a sudden thought, he smiles conspiratorially and says, "You know your father would do much better appealing to Haneena's loyalty to the School rather than her loyalty to Sorenden... Funding from an external benefactor might go a long way towards changing her opinion. And, of course, I will deny that I ever said such a thing, if asked."
He then gives a chuckle and asks, "Milk?"
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist)
Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon.
The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
Brand laughs loudly, nodding at the suggestion of milk, "I am most definitely going to miss you! Are you sure you can not be persuaded to stay?"
He watches Minton a moment then continues "If the school has no place for you, I am sure that my father might. Here, or perhaps even down south, though I think he might prefer you to remain local. I know I would."
Minton thinks for a moment and then says, "Employment would be good in the longer term, but for the moment, I think seeing the home country would do me some good. Thanks for the offer though."
Minton comes across and hands Brand his cup and then clears a space at the table so they can both sit. "Do you have anywhere in particular you might like to go for lunch?"
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist)
Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon.
The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
[[ Can Brand think of good places that he would be able to get into, given his clothes? Not sure if they are a problem or not. He would probably like something good...that he can afford with the cash he has on him (several engles, so should be fine)]]
Brand considers for a moment, then says "I was thinking of X. I may not be dressed quite for it, but they know me at least."
"But before we go, I did want to ask: Does the school know that it is being watched by the temple? I saw you talking to the guards yesterday...and there are new ones here today. It seems quite unusual."
[[ If it helps in terms of selecting a place to eat, somewhere Portside that has the best fresh fish in town might also be an option; you don't need to let me know what options he has. I assume he's acquainted with a few establishments. But something that fits would be good. ]]
Brand considers for a moment, then says "I was thinking of the Pheasant's Nest. I may not be dressed quite for it, but they know me at least."
"But before we go, I did want to ask: Does the school know that it is being watched by the temple? I saw you talking to the guards yesterday...and there are new ones here today. It seems quite unusual."
"Yes," Minton replies. "They know. The Temple of Aieda have had a presence there ever since I told them of the appearance of the avatar of Aieda, and their presence has been impossible to miss since the accusations of Arion worship have been levelled against the Archmagus's brother."
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist)
Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon.
The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
[[ Any signs of agitation in Minton? Yesterday he said he felt like he was being the school, and he was quite agitated about the avatar. Today he seems calm. ]]
Brand shakes his head, "A sad business. I had heard about the brother. The school has had a difficult two months. Abductions, Arion worship, and the avatar. Quite a ride!"
Breathing a sigh of relief, he sips his tea, relaxing. "I'm glad it's all above board then. I was a little worried for you, I must admit! That hand leader did not seem...friendly."
He pauses again, then his brow furrows. "It's odd you know...I'm sure I've seen him before. Do you happen to recall his name by any chance?"
[[ Wait for answer; if a prompt is useful, he would say "He had a soldierly bearing; more so than your average temple guard. But I could easily be mistaken." ]]
[[ If he gets a name that he recognises: "I know the name from somewhere, but it's not who I thought it was"
ELSE
"No matter, it was only idle curiosity, I'm terrible with faces!"
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Drink tea quietly for a time, if Minton wants to say anything, go with that, otherwise, finish tea then:]]
"I do have a small confession to make; the guards know that I know about Cyrus Black and the avatar, and they seemed quite disturbed. I don't think they know of the work I do." He says with a sheepish smile.
"I explained that I had heard temple guards wagering over the veracity of it all, but I would hate them to think you were in any way to blame. Is there another exit from the school? Perhaps we could leave that way. Unless of course there is nothing to worry about."
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist)
Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon.
The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
[[ in previous section of dialogue, Brand did say, "I saw you talking to the guards yesterday", so some context for his comment was set up. If you missed that, then perhaps that's why Minton seems more calm than I expected (or my expectations are just wrong!).
Did this make more sense: ]]
Brand shakes his head, "A sad business. I had heard about the brother. The school has had a difficult two months. Abductions, Arion worship, and the avatar. Quite a ride!"
Breathing a sigh of relief, he sips his tea, relaxing. "I'm glad it's all above board then. I was a little worried for you, I must admit! It was hard to see him clearly, but that hand leader did not seem...friendly."
He pauses again, then his brow furrows. "It's odd you know...I'm sure I've seen him before. Do you happen to recall his name by any chance?"
[[ Are there any signs of agitation in Minton? Yesterday he said he felt like he was betraying the school, and he was quite agitated about the avatar. Today he seems calm. ]]
[[ I need to think about the next bits...but they probably depend more on Minton's response ]]
Having just told Brand that the school apparently knows that they are under observation by the Temple, Minton is then silent for a moment before saying, "You saw me talking to the guards? Yesterday? How?"
[[Brand is yet to mention the Pheasant's Nest. The above happens immediately after Minton tells Brand about the watchers from the Temple (which is the last thing I have had him say) and he seems more confused than agitated about what Brand has said.]]
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Tyrus Mountson: Lvl 3 Dwarvish Bard; Waterdeep Campaign (Dragon Heist)
Nanoc the Younger: Semi-retired Lvl 2 Rogue / Level 2 Barbarian Human; The Knuckle, Mror Holds, Ebberon.
The Honourable Jaden Fellan: Level 3 Human Eldritch Knight; Band of Sunswall
AKA: Phillip Berrie: writer, editor and academic thrillseeker—a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.