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Post by Artec on Apr 2, 2009 15:43:41 GMT -5
happy b-day Van and Eric
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Post by Van on Apr 7, 2009 22:59:38 GMT -5
One gem from the beholder went to Beaver and one to Lowdog
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Post by Artec on Apr 18, 2009 9:04:08 GMT -5
to the spirits " What is the fastest, safest way to the queen? The so called queen."
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Post by David on Apr 20, 2009 9:01:37 GMT -5
The spirits answer (please tell me which character asked), "Queen Sidra is not in the land of the dead, but we do know something of her. We can tell you that she is yet alive and was last known to be in her capital by the sea. She is very skilled in both witchcraft and necromancy, having plumbed many of the secrets of the ancients."
The spirits size up the party and simply state, "at your current strenght and with her magic, you are no match for her. She has at her disposal the essence of thousands of souls. Rob her of this resource and you will steal a good amount of her power. Even then, however, if you are not careful, she will slay you."
The spirits add that, "Sidra has many spirits, undead, and demons at her disposal as well and while mortal is still full of a woman's foibles. These can be used against her. Break the spine of her magic and perhaps by trickery and luck you will be able to overcome her."
"To reach her, either before or after you've broken her powers from the North, travel south to her city of Louisville. From there, the lands were spared her direct assault, so the road of iron can take you directly to her palace in Clavell. Beware the spirits of her betrayed followers, for the mightiest of them still linger, full of rage at Sidra's betrayal."
"What more can we answer?"
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Post by David on Apr 20, 2009 9:08:57 GMT -5
Robyndella asks, "are there any items or tools which you can provide us to help us defeat Sidra?"
The spirits answer, "well, half-breed, the ancient capitol is full of unique and magical treasures, from our people as well as our ancestors and those who came before in ancient time. Although Sidra slew the people, never did she loot our treasures. Some lay among the dead in the Pink Palace while others are scattered about the city. The catacombs contain more wonders as do the ruins of the first-comers, yet these are not without perils. Tomes, scrolls, and potions litter our capitol."
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Post by David on Apr 20, 2009 17:15:05 GMT -5
Robyndella asks the spirits to be more specific. They tell her, "Seek the Tablet of Ninki in the slums. 'Tho only once per greater turning of the sun, but yet will it call forth a great avenger and defender for the forces of Good. This lammasu will perform one task against Evil before returning to the stars."
"At the vile Altar of Yaazotsh and Yaanash, there is buried among the offerings a rod of great power if used with care, but beware those which claim the treasures as their own."
"In the shrine of the Ancients, there is the Egg of the Eons. Though not a weapon, perhaps its sight can aid the wisest among you. Beware, for it is not for the simple of mind nor is it unclaimed."
"Within the sprawling Palace of the Forefathers are many items both great and minor, weapons and tomes and rhian stones of all shades. These too, however, are in the possession of defenders, though few as fierce as what you've already faced."
"Only upon your souls' word will we guide you to the Sacred Tombs, for after your mission is over, we demand the return of our heirlooms. More we shall not say, save that without our guidance, never will your souls reach the afterlife if you try to seek these relics."
"Though the Obelisks of the First-Comers detail the secrets of life, death, resurrection, and power, you lack the time and training to plumb their secrets. "
"Beneath the Pink Palace in the Sealed Chambers of the Ancients are many more items, though even we know not their full nature, for no human soul ever broke those seals and returned to speak of their deeds."
"While the upper levels of the Palace have been long tamed, the lower floors are usually barred, for many magics of the Ancients still lie there in wait. Three which might interest you are the Shrine of Stars in the lowest well of darkness, the Hall of the Zodiac, and the Stasis Tombs of the First-Comers well-guarded by a horde of mummies, both ancient and new"
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Post by David on Apr 21, 2009 11:59:29 GMT -5
Yavin asks the spirits to "teach me all your know of spell-jamming as well as your view of the cosmos and the gods." Yes, that's a slightly unusual request, especially for a cleric, but remember that in addition to being a priest of Celestian, Yavin spent nearly 20 years in space among the Zendi and other spell-jamming civilizations. While nearly all PCs simply take it for a given that the gods are universal and that there is one cosmological model (just like everyone assumes the sun will rise and gravity is in effect), experienced spell-jammers who've visited many worlds know that different gods have different access to different worlds, most with their own creation story.
The spirits answer, "what you seek you will find in the Egg of the Eons. Our people on Charn know nothing of these flying ships of which you ship. Indeed, only in the last few years have our kind even found large enough bodies of water to use such craft. What you seek is without a doubt a secret of the Ancients -- those who came to our world in time beyond reason before we did, the builders of the Pink Palace and the Great Gates as well as the Egg."
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Eric
Brigand (evil or otherwise)
Bring it bitches!
Posts: 93
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Post by Eric on Apr 21, 2009 14:12:05 GMT -5
Beaver ask's...
Is there anyone left alive on this world? A resistance of fighters or a army that is fighting Sidra?
Any idea what these tokens do? The horse and the rope and the dagger? <off the fat chick> (Mwahahaha)
I think we still have a vampire to kill.
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Post by Van on Apr 21, 2009 14:25:11 GMT -5
Idky says: “I’m afraid I’m not very familiar with womankind, particularly on your world. What “women’s foibles” do you suggest we take advantage of when dealing with Sidra?
“Also, about the Tablet of Ninki, does a “greater turning of the sun” refer to a year?
“We are grateful that you have agreed to accompany us on our mission. Will this put you at risk from Sidra in any way since she seems to have some power in the spirit realm?”
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Post by Van on Apr 21, 2009 14:27:53 GMT -5
Maedhros asks: "Would you be able to complete our knowledge of what these rhion stones do? We know the properties of a great number of them, but not all. Perhaps you could tell us as we encounter new ones, since you will be traveling with us."
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Post by David on Apr 21, 2009 19:22:03 GMT -5
Beaver:
"There are some isolated pockets of survivors on Charn, but none who could pose a threat to Sidra. She was quite thorough in her first assault. Unfortunately, we only know of the dead, so the location of the living in other places is beyond our ability to share. But we do know that some souls are 'missing' from our state."
"Those are witch tokens and will become the items they represent, but only once."
"You are correct; the vampire lives. He has been quenching his thirst. And we believe he has begun to recruit others to his cause..."
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Post by David on Apr 21, 2009 19:25:55 GMT -5
Idky:
"She is like any woman on any world. She craves love and adoration as well as power and magic. She is vain and can be quite petty. And she is not without fears. But above all, she wishes to rule the willing."
"What you describe would be a turning of the world of Charn, a year. No, the tablet must wait for a full cycle of the sun...several life-times..."
"Sidra may be able to abuse and even destroy some of us, but the rest shall end her line forever. She must not be allowed to profit from her treachery!"
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Post by David on Apr 21, 2009 19:26:48 GMT -5
Maedhros:
Would you like to have a non-weapon in knowledge of rhian (ioun) stones? If so, please assume you were taught in your dreams...a rough night's sleep, but you'll also gain further training while you wake (and the spirits seem to enjoy screwing with you).
If you take this option PLEASE make sure you tell me before we start the next game...!
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Eric
Brigand (evil or otherwise)
Bring it bitches!
Posts: 93
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Post by Eric on Apr 21, 2009 20:17:14 GMT -5
Is that open to any of us? I would take it and I would be the ONE person that is translating the talking so I would know the question. I know that trans-blahblah was misspelled , sue me!
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