Waterdeep Dragon Heist - Campaign Thread (DM: Webgambit)

Phaedra give Lady Haventree a small bow.

"It is a pleasure to meet you Lady Haventree. I have been told so many complementary things of yourself and your work and I am so very happy to you wished to see us." She looks around at the room they are in, "Your home is truly a lovely place. "

The cleric then takes a seat as directed.

"Maybe next time. We have a few different lines of inquiry at the moment and jobs that need to be done and frankly my companions have a few different affiliations as well. The reason that I came seeking your advise and guidance is that we are trying to stop a murderer who is targeting elves and half elves..." she pauses for a second, taking in the sun elf's appearance. "We have already tried to bate the murderer but it was not successful and in the interest of stopping him or her before they strike again, I hoped that you may have been privy to some rumors about this? While we", she motions to Vassa and Kestrell "my compatriots that is, wish to stop this murderer regardless, I must let you know that it was Davil Starsong of the Zhentarim who originally asked us to get to the bottom of this, to help another member of the group who works with us.."

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"Maybe next time. We have a few different lines of inquiry at the moment and jobs that need to be done and frankly my companions have a few different affiliations as well. The reason that I came seeking your advise and guidance is that we are trying to stop a murderer who is targeting elves and half elves..." she pauses for a second, taking in the sun elf's appearance. "We have already tried to bate the murderer but it was not successful and in the interest of stopping him or her before they strike again, I hoped that you may have been privy to some rumors about this? While we", she motions to Vassa and Kestrell "my compatriots that is, wish to stop this murderer regardless, I must let you know that it was Davil Starsong of the Zhentarim who originally asked us to get to the bottom of this, to help another member of the group who works with us.."

"I'm not surprised that Davil is looking into this as well. He and his have been working so hard recently to change the public perception of their group. But I'm afraid I'll be of little help. The murders started right after a traveling carnival ship called the Sea Maidens Faire arrived so I suspect someone there. But you will need to catch them in the act before you can take action. Confronting them in the light of day will just cause them to flee and would prevent justice from being done."

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Elon introduces himself, pauses for a few seconds then continues "I come from Trollskull Manor. You had left us a notes and a basket of treats. I am sorry the others can't be here but they had other pressing matters to take care of" Elon pauses again for a response.

When you mention Trollskull and the treats her eyes widen, "Oh, yes. Hi." She stands and shakes your hand. "I had really hoped that more of your group would be interested in joining our Order, but one is better than none. Tell me, which gods do you worship?"

Elon shakes her hand "I think as a group we would like to stay neutral even if individually some of us are members of different groups, but we are always interested in helping others" Elon stops to think while scratching his chin. "As for the God question, I think that is a little more personal. You are more then welcome to come down to the manor and speak with everyone" 

Elon is a little taken back by this question. He has never had anyone ask his such a thing. As for himself, he has never really given the god thing much thought.

"A carnival ship called the Sea Maidens Faire you say? All the attacks have happened near to docks so this does make a lot of sense. Thank you, this is most useful information. We could perhaps follow them from the ship if it is indeed them."

Phaedra smiles at Remi. "Well next time I will make sure I bring everyone along. The group seems to grow and change all the time, especially like you mention when others ask for assistance. At the moment we also have another four that have taken up residence within Trollskull Manor."

"Once we have completed the renovations,  it would be a great honour if you would attend for dinner?"

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Elon shakes her hand "I think as a group we would like to stay neutral even if individually some of us are members of different groups, but we are always interested in helping others" Elon stops to think while scratching his chin. "As for the God question, I think that is a little more personal. You are more then welcome to come down to the manor and speak with everyone" 

Elon is a little taken back by this question. He has never had anyone ask his such a thing. As for himself, he has never really given the god thing much thought.

 
Savra just look at Elon for a moment before slowly nodding her head. "Neutral? In Waterdeep?" Grinning she adds, "From what I've heard your group is far from neutral. Neutral people don't make enemies like you all. But I will take that to mean you're not interested in the Order of the Gauntlet. That is fine, not everyone is suited for our mission. Please let the others know that I bear no hard feelings and if any change their mind to please seek me out."

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"Once we have completed the renovations,  it would be a great honour if you would attend for dinner?"

 
Remallia smiles at the invitation. "You know, I don't get out much anymore. Perhaps I shall. Send me the invitation when you're ready to open and I will try to attend. And Phaedra, when you have time, I could use your aid in some other matters. But after you all take care of this assassin, nasty business that."

"Miss Savra, I do apologize if you had your hopes up about the group as a whole, but I must say, I am intrigued by your Order. Can you give me more details?"

//trying to get a read on her as a person, personality, and motives. Perception 5

Bason decided to go out some more after their failed ambush. He wakes up late with a slight hangover to workers banging over head. He head upstairs to find only the workers and no one else around. "Oy, Lif, did anyone make coffee this morning, I could use a cup." 

He'll work some more at his still, then head out to the brewer's guild hall late morning. Maybe they've heard something about these killings. 

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"Miss Savra, I do apologize if you had your hopes up about the group as a whole, but I must say, I am intrigued by your Order. Can you give me more details?"

//trying to get a read on her as a person, personality, and motives. Perception 17

 [OOC] That'd be more of an insight check than perception. But since your proficiency is +4 in both, we'll count it!

"Not one to talk about yourself, eh? I can respect that... to an extent. The Order of the Guantlet exists to seek out and destroy evil before it gains a foothold. We act swiftly before evil can take root. Based on what I've heard of your groups actions recently, I believed we would be a perfect fit for one another."

From what you can read of her, Savra seems very intent about destroying evil, though she doesn't appear to take joy in it. Just that she believes that it must be done.

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"Once we have completed the renovations,  it would be a great honour if you would attend for dinner?"

 
Remallia smiles at the invitation. "You know, I don't get out much anymore. Perhaps I shall. Send me the invitation when you're ready to open and I will try to attend. And Phaedra, when you have time, I could use your aid in some other matters. But after you all take care of this assassin, nasty business that."

Kestrell clears his throat.  "Ah, hello my lady.  Would you like to see an impressive feat of archery?"

“Most definitely your Lady, I am more than happy to help you as I can once we have dealt with the murderer.”

After Kestrells comment, Phaedra raises an eyebrow but says nothing, waiting for Remallia to respond.

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Kestrell clears his throat.  "Ah, hello my lady.  Would you like to see an impressive feat of archery?"

"What an odd question. I'm not one who's typically impressed or even interested in such things but you... have my interest. What do you have in mind?"

Vassa, who has been uncharacteristically quiet observing the interactions between his companions and the Lady Haventree, smiles openly at the noblewoman's response to Kes's question. Again, the handsome bard, who is always especially observant when it comes to interactions with the fairer sex, studies the noblewomen's actions and mannerisms.

Kestrell, as if reading Phaedra's mind, pulls an apple out and presents it proudly.  Then he tosses it to Vassa and says: "Vassa, if you please, toss this fine apple towards the ceiling." 

As he is talking, Kestrell draws his bow and knocks a target arrow.

Once Vassa tosses the apple, Kestrell will attempt to shoot it out of the air.

OOC: Attack: 14

Phaedra's eyes go wide with concern as Kestrell tosses Vassa the apple and takes out his bow and arrow.

"Kestrell... do you think this is the best place... ohhh no. He's going to do it..."

With the rest of the thoughts racing through her head. I thought that you where the one I didn't need to worry about. But no no I was wrong. After that little stunt down the hole into Undermountain and now this. In her home. No your nearly as bad as Vassa and Silver and Elon... Bason is such a good dwarf...

"By Mystra's divine grace..."  

don't miss...

The trick goes off without a hitch. The arrow cleanly enters the apple with the tip exiting the other side. As the apple and arrow fall, Vassa reaches out and catches it.

Lady Haventree smiles politely, "I know enough of archery to know that doing that indoors without lodging the arrow into one of my walls was not an easy feat. I bet you could earn well as part of a traveling menagerie."

Elon looks intently at Savra "I think we may have some common interest. I can speak for the group when I say we only want peace and prosperity in Waterdeep. We don't mean anyone or any group harm unless they provoke it" he says with confidence. 

"We are an eclectic group. Half of us are already members of a group, order, or faction. This gives us a advantage. We have contacts that you do not. We can go places and speak to people you can not" Elon feels surprised he thought of this.

 "I don't think it would be wise to "join" your Order but I propose an alliance. You scratch our back, we scratch yours" he says and awaits her response.

Phaedra can't help but smirk at Lady Haventree's comment to Kestrell.

"Well it was impressive. I do agree with the Lady. Maybe we should wish you a good day for now and talk more another time. With the new information we now have about the carnival and the Sea Maidens Faire...." Phaedra stops talking as her face lights up.

"Ohh ohh OHH. Like a traveling menagerie! Kestrell. Lady Haventree gave you the exact answer!  With your archer talents maybe you could try and join the carnival!! Get inside the Sea Madiens Faire. Be our inside man...carnie Kestrell. Ohh it does have a nice ring to it"

Phaedra turns around and smiles at Rami. "That was a fantastic idea. Thank you."

Turning back to Kestrell and Vassa, "Well come on. What are you looking at now. Kestrell has already chewed up our free time and we don't have any left for another song Vassa and..." Phaedra's loud, boisterous voice quiets down for a few seconds, "...well to be honest that last one needed practice. Anyway..." the volume picks up once again. "Lets get back to Trollskull Manor and tell the other about our plan!"

Kestrell bows deep, a broad smile on his face, and follows Phaedra out.

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Elon looks intently at Savra "I think we may have some common interest. I can speak for the group when I say we only want peace and prosperity in Waterdeep. We don't mean anyone or any group harm unless they provoke it" he says with confidence. 

"We are an eclectic group. Half of us are already members of a group, order, or faction. This gives us a advantage. We have contacts that you do not. We can go places and speak to people you can not" Elon feels surprised he thought of this.

 "I don't think it would be wise to "join" your Order but I propose an alliance. You scratch our back, we scratch yours" he says and awaits her response.

"You do make a fair point. I would ask that you at least mention The Order to any of your team who aren't already affiliated. As for the alliance idea, I'm afraid that I do not possess the authority to make such a decision. But... perhaps I could pass you information during times of need."

"Sounds fair enough. Hope to hear from you" Elon gets up, offers to shake her hand then heads out back to Trollskull.