The T-Rex, being the focal point of the onslaught, is struck by Nirzeg’s crafty magic. Its bones sizzle when the holy water strikes them. Then Tomac finishes the great skeletal thunderbeast with a great cleaving attack. The skeleton crashes down upon you all.
When the dust settles, you realize that whatever magic had held the other skeletons in place has been undone. The dust settles unnaturally quickly, and the thunderbeast bones are swallowed back into the soft, grassy ground.
Morgur’s Mound is once more a peaceful, idyllic scene.
// Congratulations on uncovering another giant relic! Feel free to greet the newcomer. Do you wish to proceed on to Fireshear to drop off Rasa? //
Derrikoth sits as impetuously as he can atop Josephus, looking down at the newcomer, "And who might you be, dropping in on us so suddenly? This isn't the place for random civilians, how long have you been following us?"
"HaHaHa, I wasn't following my friend. I patrol around the area and keep an eye out for anyone that might be in trouble. It's usually lost travellers or wild animals ...." he trails off in thought.
"Well, anyways I heard the ruckus and saw those unnatural beast. Needed to send them back to hell"
"Any ways, the name is Tomac and my feathered friend is Gruff" Tomac puts his large hand out to shake hands with anyone willing to shake.
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Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder
Meanwhile, Nirzeg had only been passively paying attention, as much of it had turned upon staring intently at the ground. After finally brushing at the top layer and finding whatever results wanting, the hooded 'man' dressed in fine traveler clothes and a breast plate cursed, shakes his head, and then stands up fully once more brushing any bit of dust there off.
"Nirzeg."He stated, as he strode over to Tomac, sized him up, and then with a slimy smile to rival even the best snake oil salesman, accepted the handshake, assuming the smile hadn't scared off Tomac. "And your assistance, while unexpected, was most appreciated, uhm... Mr. T."He grinned. "And if you're interested, considering a certain situation of ours, perhaps we can interest you in more profitable work than this idleness." He curtly holds up a spindly finger in a halting gesture and smiled more toothily, revealing an array of pointed teeth that completed the very lizard-like vibes of the rest of his appearance. For his skin seemed rough, leathery yellow and bright black eyes possessed slitted iris. Only the highly placed flat nose and pointed ears serrated along the backside hinted at maybe some freakish elvish or human origin.
Continuing on he adds, "Or if that doesn't tickle your fancy, perhaps ensuring the greater world isn't turned on its head by Giants seeking overturn the current order of things tickles your fancy a whole ******* better. If either is the case, and if none of you-..." He looks to the rest, Derrikoth included, "Object. Then please, join us on the sip over yonder. We're a bit on a tight-ish schedule, and so should be off before these grounds find reason to dredge up more undead to yet face us."He suggests.
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Nirzeg quirked a brow, and then looked Zeek, the black furred Flying Cat that finally joined his side, having not quite expected so quick an answer. "That is one eventuality, yes. But also, one of our compatriots has been called away for there to stay on a slightly more permanent basis, actually... and not to mention checking up on a certain someone --- we can get more into that later, of course."He said, brushing off the last part with a few waves of the hand.
"Well then! Let's get this shit show on the road then! Back to the ship, 'n we can finish the rest of any introductions on board."He comments, noting a certain Kenku and Storm maiden had either been quiet or thoughtful as the Blue Dragonborn. So, assuming there are no objections, Nirzeg lead the way back intending to pass along to Delsephine, the captain of the airship, ongoing intentions of heading to Fireshear with a new guest. As well as to inquire if the hold could accomodate a griffon as it has the horse. Though before then, he did hang back at the loading dock to magically assist derrikoth with getting Josepheus, a noble warhorse decked out in splint armor, back on board. Be it meant shrinking the horse so that Derrikoth could lift it on board or enlarging the dragonborn and getting some aid out of Tomac.
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Delsephine grimaces. "It'll be hard enough accommodating your new friend, let alone a full-grown griffon. This isn't some Halruaan livestock carrier," she says, indicating the comparatively small gondola with its elemental-powered balloon.
"But can't griffons fly? I've heard they keep a good pace and can travel far without needing a rest. But I suppose it can sleep on the deck, if you can keep it under control."
Seeking to make peace, Ah'brasar (the Aarakocra who is leaving the group) offers to give his room up for Tomac, and to fly alongside the vessel instead for the remainder of the trip.
With Fireshear being more than a days' travel away to the west, you have some time to prepare.
Feel free to hit your long rest button, and let me know if you're preparing any spells or other class features prior to your arrival in Fireshear.
Swiper was a bit apprehensive of the new person, and introduces himself warily. However, his eyes never went off the griffon he had been riding.
The kenku couldn’t help but watch the big man and the big bird fly off with wide, star filled eyes. “Woooah...” When Nirzeg, prompts them back aboard, the rogue is quick on his feet and follows behind back onto the ship. Upon Tomac’s question, Swiper pipes in to say, with his chest puffed out, “We’re kickin’ ass and takin’ names!” Then deflates when he realizes he can’t elaborate more on that. “The boss’ll letcha in on it.” He says dishearteningly as he points to Nirzeg.
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Derrikoth affects not to notice Swiper pointing at Nirzeg and stands as tall as he possibly can before speaking imperiously,"We are working nobly to protect the land from giants. Currently, we are collecting ancient giant relics, for—er—well, that's not important. We're slaying giants and savages to save the world, that's it. Well, except for one giant, his name is Harshnag, he's good, so we're not slaying him. But most other giants, yes, slaying. I'm sure Nirzeg can fill you in on the finer points, if you're concerned with those sorts of things."
Nirzeg had grimaced as well, but at least had the decency to nod appreciatively to Ah'brasar in a rare moment of genuine appreciation. With the matter settle, Nirzeg had been intending to find a spot to focus on identifying their more unique findings when the request from Tomac came out. Swiper's reply, while initially amusing for the Gith, elicited a genuinely confused and even almost troubled look for the last part after the fact.
As a result, he's only seems to be half-listening to Derrikoth's correction, as he gazed with a far off look towards the helmet at least currently in hand. "... That is basically the gist of it. We -- or more accurately, myself and Derrikoth at least represent the interest of certain factions determined to end this crisis. The artifacts are something of a key to learning how to ******* fix the mess that their god apparently decided would be a fun thing to throw at them... apparently the bastard felt they were too stagnant, and little to shake things up a bit, at the obvious cost of everyone else." He added, having snapped out of his stupor a few moments after Derrikoth's point, and finally looked up to the goliath. "Technically speaking, we aught to have enough to get us somewhere at least. But, this ain't no time for half-measures. As Big D. can attest to the most, when a giant is motivated for destruction, they don't exactly pull their punches. So expect there to be a bit of traveling in our future, and... well, no need to sweat the small stuff... Sound good to you, Big guy?"
Tomac listens to everyone in the group intently even though he doesn't understand all of it. He gets the main idea.
"Giants causing trouble. Find out why. Kill giants along the way." He stops to think for a moment. "Ha! Sounds like fun! You point the way, I'll swing my trusty axe" he says with excitement.
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"Good to hear. Now, I'm sure Swiper there or one of the crew can show you to your quarters, and within a days time, we'll be at our next destination. At which point, well... there is some business I need tending to, and... well, we'll see." With that, Nirzeg gives a polite bow, nods to the others, and then takes off for his quarters for studying. As soon as he found out about the helmets property he is prompt in passing it off to whoever in the group wanted for it.
As for the cube.. the cube he intended to investigate more and in private as much as one can on the ship during the journey. At least for a couple of hours before food and so forth call to him.
Tomac gets settled in his quarters and then roams the deck making small talk with everyone and checking in every so often with Gruff to make sure there is no trouble ahead.
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Swiper does indeed show the new guy to their quarters and waves them off. Then, when the doors close, he immediately goes to where his griffon was and admires it from afar. He wasn’t sure of its temperaments, especially with strangers, but he makes many comments on how pretty it’s feathers were and how majestic it looked when it was flying.
”I wanna be like you one day...”
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"Back to hell you unnatural beast" Tomac roars as he swings on the skeletons.
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Great axe Attack: 11 Damage: 6
Elon Andrael- High Elf sorcerer- Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder
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The T-Rex, being the focal point of the onslaught, is struck by Nirzeg’s crafty magic. Its bones sizzle when the holy water strikes them. Then Tomac finishes the great skeletal thunderbeast with a great cleaving attack. The skeleton crashes down upon you all.
When the dust settles, you realize that whatever magic had held the other skeletons in place has been undone. The dust settles unnaturally quickly, and the thunderbeast bones are swallowed back into the soft, grassy ground.
Morgur’s Mound is once more a peaceful, idyllic scene.
// Congratulations on uncovering another giant relic! Feel free to greet the newcomer. Do you wish to proceed on to Fireshear to drop off Rasa? //
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Seeing the bones fall and the dust settle, Tomac puts his axe away and walks back to his griffon.
"Are you ok my friend? Are you injured?" he ask while petting and inspecting the giant bird.
He then turns to the others, "is anyone injured? I have med kits if it is needed" he says with a gentle smile.
Elon Andrael- High Elf sorcerer- Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder
Derrikoth sits as impetuously as he can atop Josephus, looking down at the newcomer, "And who might you be, dropping in on us so suddenly? This isn't the place for random civilians, how long have you been following us?"
"HaHaHa, I wasn't following my friend. I patrol around the area and keep an eye out for anyone that might be in trouble. It's usually lost travellers or wild animals ...." he trails off in thought.
"Well, anyways I heard the ruckus and saw those unnatural beast. Needed to send them back to hell"
"Any ways, the name is Tomac and my feathered friend is Gruff" Tomac puts his large hand out to shake hands with anyone willing to shake.
Elon Andrael- High Elf sorcerer- Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder
Meanwhile, Nirzeg had only been passively paying attention, as much of it had turned upon staring intently at the ground. After finally brushing at the top layer and finding whatever results wanting, the hooded 'man' dressed in fine traveler clothes and a breast plate cursed, shakes his head, and then stands up fully once more brushing any bit of dust there off.
"Nirzeg." He stated, as he strode over to Tomac, sized him up, and then with a slimy smile to rival even the best snake oil salesman, accepted the handshake, assuming the smile hadn't scared off Tomac. "And your assistance, while unexpected, was most appreciated, uhm... Mr. T." He grinned. "And if you're interested, considering a certain situation of ours, perhaps we can interest you in more profitable work than this idleness." He curtly holds up a spindly finger in a halting gesture and smiled more toothily, revealing an array of pointed teeth that completed the very lizard-like vibes of the rest of his appearance. For his skin seemed rough, leathery yellow and bright black eyes possessed slitted iris. Only the highly placed flat nose and pointed ears serrated along the backside hinted at maybe some freakish elvish or human origin.
Continuing on he adds, "Or if that doesn't tickle your fancy, perhaps ensuring the greater world isn't turned on its head by Giants seeking overturn the current order of things tickles your fancy a whole ******* better. If either is the case, and if none of you-..." He looks to the rest, Derrikoth included, "Object. Then please, join us on the sip over yonder. We're a bit on a tight-ish schedule, and so should be off before these grounds find reason to dredge up more undead to yet face us."He suggests.
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Elon Andrael- High Elf sorcerer- Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder
"Sure!" the 7'8" Moss green goliath bellows. "If it means protecting Fireshear then yes, I will accompany you"
Tomac straightens up his studded leather and mounts his griffon. "Would you like to resupply in town?"
Elon Andrael- High Elf sorcerer- Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder
Nirzeg quirked a brow, and then looked Zeek, the black furred Flying Cat that finally joined his side, having not quite expected so quick an answer. "That is one eventuality, yes. But also, one of our compatriots has been called away for there to stay on a slightly more permanent basis, actually... and not to mention checking up on a certain someone --- we can get more into that later, of course." He said, brushing off the last part with a few waves of the hand.
"Well then! Let's get this shit show on the road then! Back to the ship, 'n we can finish the rest of any introductions on board." He comments, noting a certain Kenku and Storm maiden had either been quiet or thoughtful as the Blue Dragonborn. So, assuming there are no objections, Nirzeg lead the way back intending to pass along to Delsephine, the captain of the airship, ongoing intentions of heading to Fireshear with a new guest. As well as to inquire if the hold could accomodate a griffon as it has the horse. Though before then, he did hang back at the loading dock to magically assist derrikoth with getting Josepheus, a noble warhorse decked out in splint armor, back on board. Be it meant shrinking the horse so that Derrikoth could lift it on board or enlarging the dragonborn and getting some aid out of Tomac.
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Delsephine grimaces. "It'll be hard enough accommodating your new friend, let alone a full-grown griffon. This isn't some Halruaan livestock carrier," she says, indicating the comparatively small gondola with its elemental-powered balloon.
"But can't griffons fly? I've heard they keep a good pace and can travel far without needing a rest. But I suppose it can sleep on the deck, if you can keep it under control."
Seeking to make peace, Ah'brasar (the Aarakocra who is leaving the group) offers to give his room up for Tomac, and to fly alongside the vessel instead for the remainder of the trip.
With Fireshear being more than a days' travel away to the west, you have some time to prepare.
Feel free to hit your long rest button, and let me know if you're preparing any spells or other class features prior to your arrival in Fireshear.
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Tomac and Gruff fly up onto the deck. He gives Gruff instructions to scout ahead and to return to rest when he needs it.
"Fine ship you have here. I am honored to be aloud aboard. So, what is this great adventure you all seem to be on?"
Elon Andrael- High Elf sorcerer- Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder
Swiper was a bit apprehensive of the new person, and introduces himself warily. However, his eyes never went off the griffon he had been riding.
The kenku couldn’t help but watch the big man and the big bird fly off with wide, star filled eyes. “Woooah...” When Nirzeg, prompts them back aboard, the rogue is quick on his feet and follows behind back onto the ship. Upon Tomac’s question, Swiper pipes in to say, with his chest puffed out, “We’re kickin’ ass and takin’ names!” Then deflates when he realizes he can’t elaborate more on that. “The boss’ll letcha in on it.” He says dishearteningly as he points to Nirzeg.
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Demetrios Zalaoras || Protector Aasimar / Paladin of Torm
Hawke || Kalashtar / Circle of the Moon Druid
Morticia || Half-Aasimar Rogue
Yvan || Goliath / Path of the Wild Soul Barbarian | Paladin of Helm
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Derrikoth affects not to notice Swiper pointing at Nirzeg and stands as tall as he possibly can before speaking imperiously, "We are working nobly to protect the land from giants. Currently, we are collecting ancient giant relics, for—er—well, that's not important. We're slaying giants and savages to save the world, that's it. Well, except for one giant, his name is Harshnag, he's good, so we're not slaying him. But most other giants, yes, slaying. I'm sure Nirzeg can fill you in on the finer points, if you're concerned with those sorts of things."
Nirzeg had grimaced as well, but at least had the decency to nod appreciatively to Ah'brasar in a rare moment of genuine appreciation. With the matter settle, Nirzeg had been intending to find a spot to focus on identifying their more unique findings when the request from Tomac came out. Swiper's reply, while initially amusing for the Gith, elicited a genuinely confused and even almost troubled look for the last part after the fact.
As a result, he's only seems to be half-listening to Derrikoth's correction, as he gazed with a far off look towards the helmet at least currently in hand. "... That is basically the gist of it. We -- or more accurately, myself and Derrikoth at least represent the interest of certain factions determined to end this crisis. The artifacts are something of a key to learning how to ******* fix the mess that their god apparently decided would be a fun thing to throw at them... apparently the bastard felt they were too stagnant, and little to shake things up a bit, at the obvious cost of everyone else." He added, having snapped out of his stupor a few moments after Derrikoth's point, and finally looked up to the goliath. "Technically speaking, we aught to have enough to get us somewhere at least. But, this ain't no time for half-measures. As Big D. can attest to the most, when a giant is motivated for destruction, they don't exactly pull their punches. So expect there to be a bit of traveling in our future, and... well, no need to sweat the small stuff... Sound good to you, Big guy?"
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Tomac listens to everyone in the group intently even though he doesn't understand all of it. He gets the main idea.
"Giants causing trouble. Find out why. Kill giants along the way." He stops to think for a moment. "Ha! Sounds like fun! You point the way, I'll swing my trusty axe" he says with excitement.
Elon Andrael- High Elf sorcerer- Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder
"Good to hear. Now, I'm sure Swiper there or one of the crew can show you to your quarters, and within a days time, we'll be at our next destination. At which point, well... there is some business I need tending to, and... well, we'll see." With that, Nirzeg gives a polite bow, nods to the others, and then takes off for his quarters for studying. As soon as he found out about the helmets property he is prompt in passing it off to whoever in the group wanted for it.
As for the cube.. the cube he intended to investigate more and in private as much as one can on the ship during the journey. At least for a couple of hours before food and so forth call to him.
Investigation: 22.
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Tomac gets settled in his quarters and then roams the deck making small talk with everyone and checking in every so often with Gruff to make sure there is no trouble ahead.
Elon Andrael- High Elf sorcerer- Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder
Swiper does indeed show the new guy to their quarters and waves them off. Then, when the doors close, he immediately goes to where his griffon was and admires it from afar. He wasn’t sure of its temperaments, especially with strangers, but he makes many comments on how pretty it’s feathers were and how majestic it looked when it was flying.
”I wanna be like you one day...”
Aeyd of the Dragons || Wood Elf / Way of the Ascendant Dragon Monk
Demetrios Zalaoras || Protector Aasimar / Paladin of Torm
Hawke || Kalashtar / Circle of the Moon Druid
Morticia || Half-Aasimar Rogue
Yvan || Goliath / Path of the Wild Soul Barbarian | Paladin of Helm
/ᐠ。ꞈ。ᐟ\
"Ha, yes! Gruff is a great friend and companion" Tomac tells Swiper as he invites them to pet and get to know Gruff.
Elon Andrael- High Elf sorcerer- Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder