"Gertruuuuuuda!" Thpas shouts into the streets as they pass. "Yoo, hoo! Gertruuuuda! We seek adveeeeeenture! Come join us!" Thpas continues on shouting. His azure complexion deepening into a heavy cerulean, veins swelling in his face as he calls out to her.
Valanthe gives Thpas an annoyed look, "Well, that was unexpected." Then, as if thinking about it, "Well, who knows.... Maybe it's as simple as that." Valanthe opens her mouth as if to call out, but as the cold mists graze her lips, her eyes dart to where that dark tower stands, and she promptly shuts her mouth. Muttering to Erme, "Maybe we should search more quietly."
"A weary-looking mansion squats behind a rusting iron fence. The iron gates are twisted and torn. The right gate lies cast aside, while the left swings lazily in the wind. The stuttering squeal and clang repeats with mindless precision. Weeds choke the grounds and press with menace upon the house itself. Yet, against the walls, the growth has been tramped down to create a path all about the domain. Heavy claw markings have stripped the once-beautiful finish of the walls. Great black marks tell of fires that have assailed the mansion. Not a pane or shard of glass stands in any window. All the windows are barred with planks, each one marked with stains of evil omen."
Ismark strides up to the large wooden double-doors and knocks.
Devious serpent folk devoid of compassion, yuan-ti manipulate other creatures by arousing their doubts, evoking their fears, and elevating and crushing their hopes. From remote temples in jungles, swamps, and deserts, the yuan-ti plot to supplant and dominate all other races and to make themselves gods.
The claw marks look like lengthened fingernails. The tracks are those of a bare-footed humanoids.
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There is a back door, but it is boarded up with no possible way of opening it.
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Devious serpent folk devoid of compassion, yuan-ti manipulate other creatures by arousing their doubts, evoking their fears, and elevating and crushing their hopes. From remote temples in jungles, swamps, and deserts, the yuan-ti plot to supplant and dominate all other races and to make themselves gods.
Ismark answers, "My father's house has been attacked by Strahd's forces every night. When my father died, the attacks mysteriously stopped."
Suddenly, the door swings open. A young woman stands, sword in hand as if prepared to behead someone. "Oh. Its you." she says to Ismark. "And who are these? They seem to be newcomers."
Ismark replies, "My sister! These are friends of mine who have volunteered to take you to Vallaki!"
Ireena's relief turns to rage. "I don't need protection! I can do fine on my own!"
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Devious serpent folk devoid of compassion, yuan-ti manipulate other creatures by arousing their doubts, evoking their fears, and elevating and crushing their hopes. From remote temples in jungles, swamps, and deserts, the yuan-ti plot to supplant and dominate all other races and to make themselves gods.
Ireena's relief turns to rage. "I don't need protection! I can do fine on my own!"
"My lady," says Emre, stepping towards the girl, "if I may be so bold, you look as if you can handle yourself. We would be honored if you would accompany us, because the Vallaki also hold answers that we seek."
"True, true," Valanthe agrees with Erme, "and it seems this is the type of place that'd be best if we travel in groups... as we are strangers here, we could use your and your brother's guidance."
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Byllemura steps forward "Lady Ireena, you do seem capable of defending yourself. We are strangers to this land but we have quickly come to learn that there are many dangers lurking. I am sure it would make your way to Vallaki safer and swifter if we'd accompany you." (Persuasion: 7)
Turning to Ismark: "Ismark, do you know where Tser Pool is by any chance? We were told there is a Vistani camp there. It would be better if we knew beforehand if it is on our way to Vallaki."
"Byllemura, you may also want to inquire about the cobbler. There seems to be an abundance of barefooted travel in this area." Thpas' states his curiosity loudly enough for Irena to hear as he points out the barefooted tracks Valanthe mentioned earlier.
Ismark answers Byllemura's question, "If you continue down the Svalich road, you will come to a fork in the road. the left leads directly to Vallaki. The right leads to Tser pool and then continues to Vallaki. Going to Tser Pool takes longer."
Then, saying to Thpas, "Those are the tracks of Strahd's zombie's. They have been attacking us for days until recently. They just.. stopped." A flash of lightning illuminates the hulking form of the castle.
Ireena joins in the conversation, saying "Strahd is after me for some reason. He has bitten me twice." With this she reveals to sets of puncture marks on her neck. The mist covering your feet starts to grasp at all of you with ghostly tendrils. A strange moaning can be heard.
Then Ireena continues, "I will allow you to escort me to Vallaki. But under one condition. You must take father's body to the church. We cannot do it ourselves and everyone in the village is to scared to step outside."
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Devious serpent folk devoid of compassion, yuan-ti manipulate other creatures by arousing their doubts, evoking their fears, and elevating and crushing their hopes. From remote temples in jungles, swamps, and deserts, the yuan-ti plot to supplant and dominate all other races and to make themselves gods.
"Everyone is entitled to their eternal rest, we will help you honor him....", then under her breath, "I think I know of an appropriate dirge that I could sing."
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Thpas, in his usual good spirits, joins in the chorus with Valanthe in hopes to assist in building bonds within the party, and their newest acquaintance.
Valanthe seems pleased yet puzzled by Thpas attempt, "A little too cheery for a dirge, Thpas, here follow along with me..." and she continues singing in drow.
"Gertruuuuuuda!" Thpas shouts into the streets as they pass. "Yoo, hoo! Gertruuuuda! We seek adveeeeeenture! Come join us!" Thpas continues on shouting. His azure complexion deepening into a heavy cerulean, veins swelling in his face as he calls out to her.
Valanthe gives Thpas an annoyed look, "Well, that was unexpected." Then, as if thinking about it, "Well, who knows.... Maybe it's as simple as that." Valanthe opens her mouth as if to call out, but as the cold mists graze her lips, her eyes dart to where that dark tower stands, and she promptly shuts her mouth. Muttering to Erme, "Maybe we should search more quietly."
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Ismark leads you to the Burgomaster's mansion.
Ismark strides up to the large wooden double-doors and knocks.
Devious serpent folk devoid of compassion, yuan-ti manipulate other creatures by arousing their doubts, evoking their fears, and elevating and crushing their hopes. From remote temples in jungles, swamps, and deserts, the yuan-ti plot to supplant and dominate all other races and to make themselves gods.
"Ummm, Ismark... What is up with the tracks and claw marks...?" Valanthe asks as she takes a closer look at the claw marks on the outer walls.
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The claw marks look like lengthened fingernails. The tracks are those of a bare-footed humanoids.
Devious serpent folk devoid of compassion, yuan-ti manipulate other creatures by arousing their doubts, evoking their fears, and elevating and crushing their hopes. From remote temples in jungles, swamps, and deserts, the yuan-ti plot to supplant and dominate all other races and to make themselves gods.
With eyes of bewildered concern, "Seriously, Ismark.... What's been visiting your home???"
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"And why are you knocking? Isn't this your home?"
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Thpas makes his way around the house, looking for an alternate way in/out.
Investigation 10
Perception 9
There is a back door, but it is boarded up with no possible way of opening it.
Devious serpent folk devoid of compassion, yuan-ti manipulate other creatures by arousing their doubts, evoking their fears, and elevating and crushing their hopes. From remote temples in jungles, swamps, and deserts, the yuan-ti plot to supplant and dominate all other races and to make themselves gods.
Ismark answers, "My father's house has been attacked by Strahd's forces every night. When my father died, the attacks mysteriously stopped."
Suddenly, the door swings open. A young woman stands, sword in hand as if prepared to behead someone. "Oh. Its you." she says to Ismark. "And who are these? They seem to be newcomers."
Ismark replies, "My sister! These are friends of mine who have volunteered to take you to Vallaki!"
Ireena's relief turns to rage. "I don't need protection! I can do fine on my own!"
Devious serpent folk devoid of compassion, yuan-ti manipulate other creatures by arousing their doubts, evoking their fears, and elevating and crushing their hopes. From remote temples in jungles, swamps, and deserts, the yuan-ti plot to supplant and dominate all other races and to make themselves gods.
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"True, true," Valanthe agrees with Erme, "and it seems this is the type of place that'd be best if we travel in groups... as we are strangers here, we could use your and your brother's guidance."
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Byllemura steps forward "Lady Ireena, you do seem capable of defending yourself. We are strangers to this land but we have quickly come to learn that there are many dangers lurking. I am sure it would make your way to Vallaki safer and swifter if we'd accompany you." (Persuasion: 7)
Turning to Ismark: "Ismark, do you know where Tser Pool is by any chance? We were told there is a Vistani camp there. It would be better if we knew beforehand if it is on our way to Vallaki."
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"Byllemura, you may also want to inquire about the cobbler. There seems to be an abundance of barefooted travel in this area." Thpas' states his curiosity loudly enough for Irena to hear as he points out the barefooted tracks Valanthe mentioned earlier.
Ismark answers Byllemura's question, "If you continue down the Svalich road, you will come to a fork in the road. the left leads directly to Vallaki. The right leads to Tser pool and then continues to Vallaki. Going to Tser Pool takes longer."
Then, saying to Thpas, "Those are the tracks of Strahd's zombie's. They have been attacking us for days until recently. They just.. stopped." A flash of lightning illuminates the hulking form of the castle.
Ireena joins in the conversation, saying "Strahd is after me for some reason. He has bitten me twice." With this she reveals to sets of puncture marks on her neck. The mist covering your feet starts to grasp at all of you with ghostly tendrils. A strange moaning can be heard.
Then Ireena continues, "I will allow you to escort me to Vallaki. But under one condition. You must take father's body to the church. We cannot do it ourselves and everyone in the village is to scared to step outside."
Devious serpent folk devoid of compassion, yuan-ti manipulate other creatures by arousing their doubts, evoking their fears, and elevating and crushing their hopes. From remote temples in jungles, swamps, and deserts, the yuan-ti plot to supplant and dominate all other races and to make themselves gods.
"That sounds like a reasonable request," Emre says, looking at the others to see if they might also agree.
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"Why not. We're here to help." shrugs Byllemura.
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"Everyone is entitled to their eternal rest, we will help you honor him....", then under her breath, "I think I know of an appropriate dirge that I could sing."
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Thpas, in his usual good spirits, joins in the chorus with Valanthe in hopes to assist in building bonds within the party, and their newest acquaintance.
Performance 17
Valanthe seems pleased yet puzzled by Thpas attempt, "A little too cheery for a dirge, Thpas, here follow along with me..." and she continues singing in drow.
Storm King's Thunder - Ink, Elven Bladesinging Wizard
Core City: APbPA - Ormond, Human Twilight Cleric
The Inferno - BG:Dia - DM
They keep me rollin'