"Very well then, but rest assured Adbar is taking the Gold today! "

To the group: "best we stay on our toes then lads! That darkness seems to be spreading faster than we thought. Well done out there you two. Next time let us know so if ye get lost we can find ye eh (he winks)"

"Leon, take the box lad. " he gives the box to leon from his bag of holding. 

Elmo jumps in after Rowland finishes his sentence, To Leon,

"That ring was a real life saver it was (elmo hands back the ring).  Thanks for lending it mate!" Elmo holds out a meat snack offering one to both Leon and Rowland.

Leon to Elmo

”If I have some spells left at the end of the day I will charge it up for you again.”

Leon thinks for a second and addresses Elmo and Rowland 

“If you are fighting undead down there and they didn’t die when you killed Buppido then there is a chance he might be brought back as well.”

"That wee shite! If thats true mr Leon then Ill have to kill him again."

Elmo alerts Hems gaurds of the new info Leon gave him.

Short Rest Hit Die Roll: 8

Hemeth - "Well then, if there aren't any more questions.  For those of you participating in the contest, meet me in front of the manse in 1 hour.  Everyone else, head out now to rendezvous with Sarik here..." he points out a location on the map that also has the location of the tunnel system marked now as Droki's last known whereabouts as he's talking.

    Just then, an attendee rushes over to Hemeth and whispers in his ear.  You see Hemeth's eyes grow wide under his thick-furrowed eyebrows.

Hemeth - "Well, it appears our lady Ylsa has learned quite a bit from the Drow captive you provided her.  The interrogation continues however Ylsa felt it pertinent to rush over some preliminary intel for us.  The Drow gave up knowledge of a powerful Drow House possibly being responsible for the Demons having entered our plane.  It's unclear which house...although Ylsa and I have received other intelligence that indicates House Baenre is at the center of it all.  Likely the strings are being pulled by Lolth herself!" he says with a darkened tone. "Once our mission is complete today, let's reconvene with any additional information the Drow captive provides."  He says, then looks around the room.

Second Short Rest Hit Die: 4

Third Short Rest Hit Die: 12

ELmo rolled 3 hit dice. 

10

his health is 18+ 7=25

"******* Drow I tell you... with the exception of King Buenors companion they whole lot of them are bloody evil.. (standing up) well Lads, the games afoot as we say in Adbarr.  If you excuse me, I've some preparing to do. This contest is gearing up to be epic and Adbar be taking the Gold! I do believe I shall summon razorgouge. Be feeling I might need him. "

To hemeth: "can ye get arrested for steering a warhog whilst drinking Ale? " he laughs at his own joke. 

During the hour he will eat one of the shrooms Elmo gave him to keep his sobriety and Con up. And find steed  to get his warhog. 

    As Gremryl turns around to leave, he sees Sarik standing tall with a disapproving face after very likely hearing Gremryl refer to his entire race as "bloody evil."

Sarik - Looking away from the Paladin, and towards Hemeth he says, "Slight change of plans.  We've also received intel that House Mizzrym has tracked down two prisoners of Camp Velkenvylve...to Gracklstugh.  A Dwarf and a Halfling."  He looks sharply at Elmo then at Gremryl.  "You've both made this more...complicated."  Looking back at Hemeth and now walking towards him he continues, "We've taken the liberty of identifying the location of the Wyrmsmith and carving out the route.  It'll be void of any..." Looking at the adventurers that will be accompanying him to seek Themberchaud's audience.  "...unwanted attention."  He finishes the sentence after a slow pause, facing Hemeth and awaiting his words.

Hemeth - Putting his hands on his hips, staring at Sarik directly in his eyes, "Aye.  We appreciate your support, friend.  And we know that good folk are good folk no matter what type of folk ye are."  Then placing a hand on his shoulder, he closes with, "I pray we're blessed by our gods and that our efforts serve the good of the people first and always."  A smile that conveys partnership intertwined with friendship.

Sarik - Smiling with a slight but obvious nod in agreement, he says, "First and always."

    Then you notice one of his agents standing at the entrance to the dining hall and you wonder when he arrived.

Agent of Sarik - "Sir, we're in position."  You all can just barely see a pair of intoxicatingly beautiful eyes set in the shadows of the helmet that she wears, which otherwise conceals the rest of her head and face.

Sarik - "We're off then."  Looking once more at the adventurers.  "Who speaks for your group?  We only get one attempt at this and only the most cunning linguist should speak when necessary."

Gremryl sees sarik and like halfing caught stealing a purse... he. 

"Master Sarik, I meant no disrespect lad. Often times me mouth utters words before me brain filters them. I've learned there are good folks of all races and I forgot me place. My apologies master sarik and know me and me mace will stand with ye. "

“Sorry Sarik for the blatant racism. My father is “set in his ways.” I do apologize for what he said.”

Leon looks at Elmo and Rowland

”If one of you would like to do the talking I can have lady Tymora give you her guidance as you speak to the dragon. I am not a charismatic person. My charm seems to fall short on most. I tend to be seen as more of an ******* when I speak.”

Leon looks over at Grem

”Like just now what I apologized from Grem there.”

    The stage is set.  The banners from each of the major Underdark civilizations hang from the shops.  Merchandise is sold and the proud races that have traveled great distances to enjoy the celebration hosted here in Gracklstugh drink and sample the varied delicacies for sale.  The main event is about to start and the crowd couldn't be more eager to cheer on their champion.  Kharren Holderhek approaches stage and begins speaking of a time when all of the Underdark was in chaos and safety was a commodity that few knew.  He goes on to recall the tales of how peace has spread throughout each of the cities and forever should they strive to maintain it.  Never again to let it slip into the dangerous and hostile ways of the past.

Kharren Holderhek - "And now, for the enjoyment of all, we come to our festival's main event...the first annual, Underdark Brewery Contest!"  Before he can finish his sentence, the crowd erupts with a loud desire to begin the contest.  "Let's have the contestants come up and introduce themselves, shall we?!"  The crowd once again goes wild in cheering on their own champion to the front of the stage.

    ...Somewhere else in the city...

    Sarik leads Rowland, Elmo, and Leon through the city's back alleys and are successful in evading eyes that would cause any alarm at the sight of Drow, Humans, and a Halfling together.  They eventually reach the far southeast corner of Gracklstugh's cavern.  Before they approach the entrance to Themberchaud's lair, they can see that it's guarded by the Keepers of the Flame...or so Sarik educated you on the way here.  He tells you that this group is an order of psionic clerics who tend to Themberchaud's needs, and enjoy a great amount of influence.

Elmo asks Sarik, "They be the friendly type of cleric?"

Elmo assumes that people will want him to speak with the dragon, but he isn't bringing it up because hes terrified of meeting, let alone disappointing, a red dragon.  

Leon follows Elmo’s question up

"Did you want us to introduce ourselves from here? Are they supposed to know you and Holderhek family are in league with us?”

Before going any further Rowland catches Elmo's sleeve and quietly says, "Friend I have one request in these dealings. If it appears that our group will indeed part ways with the box, I would know from the dragon, why my father may have been guarding it and why he may have given me this medallion. If that knowledge cannot be bartered for, then I would at least know of whom to be directed at to find the knowledge I seek."

Rowland looks at Elmo awaiting recognition or assurance in some way. 

"Dont worry mate.  If we dont get eaten, Ill ask Thembershoud myself about that damned box."

Leon catches Rowland "private" discussion with Elmo with his passive perception. Leon approaches Elmo and Rowland.

"Hey guys, I was going to tell Sarik, "I have an item that Themberchaud may be interested in. I want to immediately give to Themberchaud for no reward and no questions asked about it.  Do you feel this would be a good way to get in his good graces.  It means nothing to me or anyone in my party." What do you guys think?"

Sarik to Elmo - "Do not allude to our connections with anyone other than requesting a meeting with Themberchaud.  The Keepers of the Flame are not aggressive, however they will defend the dragon at all costs.  I've secured his interest already, so getting in shouldn't be a challenge." he says somewhat arrogantly but not intentionally so.