Session 11:
Leucrotta Hill

[JadedDM]: Agate 6th, Flameday; 10 bells.  It's a calm and hot day, with the temperature around 80 degrees at the least.  After a restful (for some) vacation, Gaheris has called everyone together for a meeting at the Wolf Blaze Inn.

[JadedDM]: The common room is quite expansive, being two stories tall.  On the ceiling hangs a large glass orb about five feet in diameter.  Burning within is an eternal, magical flame which illuminates the entire area.  A clear bar is parallel to the north wall.  A hobgoblin in fine clothes tends it.  There are staircases on both the west and east sides leading up to the upstairs balcony, where the rooms are.  A small dais is in the center of the room for performers.  Currently, a minstrel stands on it, playing a violin.  A number of clean tables surround the dais.  Gaheris sits at one of those tables, not too far from the dais.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris looks quite different than he has in the past.  He has done away with his bandanna and now wears nicer clothes, including an expensive looking cloak of fine materials.  He has combed his hair and has grown a small mustache.  He looks every part the wealthy merchant.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin flounces into the Inn as she pulls her long hair back into a red ribbon due to the heat. "It is about time that you called a meeting, Gaheris," she says as she approaches the table. "I was getting bored."

[JadedDM]: Meschior follows shortly after her, in his usual attire; the red robes of Renos, Guardian of Flame.  Without a word, he sits down.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "You are always bored, kitten."

[Jasmin]: "Only when I'm not doing anything," Jasmin points out with a smile as she sits down. Absently, she adjusts her red silk skirt, and matching halter top as she makes herself comfortable.

[JadedDM]: Meschior looks around.  "Where is Sir Daufer?"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "He won't be joining us today.  Something about that temple he's building in the slums."

[Jasmin]: "Ah, such a shame," she says playfully. "It looks like you are stuck with Gaheris and me, Meschior." Without much thought, she places her head on the priest’s shoulder. "I'm sure you can handle it though."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Indeed."  He leans forward, resting his head in his hands.  "Any new news?"

[Jasmin]: "Was I supposed to dig up some news for you?" she asks curiously.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris sighs.  "We are close to finally beating the Tainted Hands once and for all.  There has been no new work since that incident in the mines.  Sooner or later, a new job will surface.  And we have to remain vigilant if we want to get it first."

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "Until Daufer returns, we are a bit short on man-power, however," he points out.

[Eskar]: Eskar descends from the western staircase. He is a dwarf with impressive musculature, grey skin, bald head, and a beard down to his belt. From his beard to his boots he is covered in what looks to be black dust, which blends in with his dark studded leather armor. He pulls his hood up as he descends. He has an impressive-looking belt, with a large belt buckle in the shape of a wolf howling. Near this is a sword at his hip with the same symbol for at the end of the pommel. Also hanging from his belt are two large pouches and a sling. He has a large backpack on, with a net under it.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "There isn't much we can do about that.  Unless you have someone in mind?"

[JadedDM]: Meschior glances to the dwarf.  "Well, now that you mention it..."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin turns her attention towards the dwarf with a raised eyebrow. "What about him?"

[JadedDM]: Meschior waves to the dwarf, to get his attention.

[Eskar]: Eskar's attention fixes on Meschior's waving and he trudges towards the table, scraping a few chairs that get in his way. "Good day, my friends."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris looks at the dwarf and frowns.

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "I met this gentleman recently.  He wishes to join our group."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin lifts her head from Meschior's shoulder. "And does he have a name?"

[Eskar]: Eskar performs a short bow to the group. "I am sorry, my name is Eskar, but my friends call me Corts."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Why is he so...dirty?"

[Jasmin]: Jasmin gives Gaheris a nudge under the table with her foot. "You weren't much better off too long ago," she says before she looks to Eskar. "Well, nice to meet you Eskar. Why do you want to join us?" she asks, smiling brightly to the dwarf.

[Eskar]: Eskar seems not to take notice of Gaheris' complaint, instead he looks slowly from one member of the group to the next, nodding slowly to himself. His gaze comes to rest on Jasmin and he cracks a little something of a grin, his mouth is black. "I am coming to join because I can fight, yes, and want a job beside smithy. I like money very much, and I am hearing about your group at feast."

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "He has quite a bit of experience, from what he has told me.  And dwarves are known for their battle prowess in general."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin seems to study Eskar for a few moments before shrugging. "Sure, why not. Daufer isn't around after all."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "He looks," he pauses to take a whiff, "and smells like he just walked out of the mines."

[Jasmin]: "None of us are going to smell very good once we start our new job.  Well, besides me," she adds as an afterthought.

[Eskar]: Eskar quickly retracts the grin on his face, and looks quickly down then up again. He takes the opportunity to grab a seat at the table. "What is this about job? You have already?" He sounds earnestly excited, though trying to act cool.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris leans back in his chair, apparently out-voted.

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "We were just discussing that."

[Jasmin]: "Gaheris here," Jasmin motions over him, "Was just asking us if we had any news about new jobs."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris sits back up.  "There is the Wrath Day Tournament next Darkday.  It's not Slaying, but it could be great publicity.  Especially if we beat last year's champion, Cardel of the Tainted Hands."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin's eyes light up upon hearing Cardel's name. "I'll do it," she says eagerly.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "I should point out that the tournament is lethal.  It's not uncommon for people to die in the ring and...and that just makes you want to do it more, doesn't it?"

[Jasmin]: Jasmin laughs merrily. "You know it does!"

[Eskar]: "In my home, we celebrate Wrath Day by battle too. Sometimes they catch, how you say.... animals? From the dark to fight. You do this here?" He brightens up a little as he speaks.

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "Sometimes.  Mostly, people fight each other.  To prove who is the greatest warrior in the city."

[Aidan]: Aidan Rysid enters the inn, pausing just inside the door as he pulls back the hood of his cloak and looks around. Fixing his gaze on the group near the violinist, he makes a quick and unconvincing brush at his cloth shirt and breeches before slowly approaching.  He waits patiently near the group's table, behind and to the left of the dwarf speaking to them, his right hand absentmindedly picking at a backpack's strap hugging to his shoulder under his cloak, his features sliding into an expression that spoke little of his thoughts.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Yes, it would be great publicity for our group, not to mention a chance to humiliate the Tainted Hands."

[Eskar]: Eskar seems to notice a presence behind him, and twists his body to get a better look at Aidan. Being new to the group, he stays quiet and lets the others do the talking.

[Jasmin]: "So the whole group can join, or can just one of us..," she pauses as her eyes fall on Aidan, "join?" she asks absently.  "Who might you be?"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris and Meschior, who hadn’t noticed Aidan's presence until Jasmin spoke up, turn to face him.

[Aidan]: Aidan's eyes slide to the dwarf as he turns, but he chose not to speak, looking back to the seated woman. "My name is Aidan Rysid... I presume you all are the Shadow Bats?"

[Jasmin]: "We are. Let me guess, you want to join don't you?"

[Eskar]: Eskar remains silent.

[Aidan]: "I do.  A friend at the library suggested I might find you here, so I thought I might seek out the opportunity and inquire. Perhaps you are interested in a mage?"

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "Library?  Do you speak of Miss Loreleii?"

[Jasmin]: Jasmin wrinkles her nose. "That is the only one at the library, Meschior."

[Aidan]: "Yes, she is the friend I mentioned," Aidan said to the priest.  At Jasmin's comment, he faces her and says, "Actually, I work there, as well."

[Jasmin]: "I've never seen you there before," Jasmin says. "Of course, I've only been in there a couple of times."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Rysid.  Rysid?  Are you kin to the Rysid's who ran that mageware shop a few years back?"

[Aidan]: Aidan nods, turning his head to address the merchant-garbed man.  He says, slowly, "They were my parents."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "I remember hearing they were quite powerful sorcerers.  And we are lacking in that area," he says, rubbing his chin.

[Eskar]: Eskar shifts to a more comfortable position in which he can actually see Aidan and gives the man an evaluating glance.

[Aidan]: Aidan remains silent, preferring to size up the others at the table rather than answer.

[Jasmin]: "Well, I suppose we should probably introduce ourselves if we are going to be working together," Jasmin finally says. "I'm Jasmine Labree. The grumpy one there," she starts, pointing over to Gaheris with a playful smile. "Is Gaheris. And finally, the quiet priest is Meschior."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Have a seat," he says.  "I'm Gaheris Argent.  If you two want to work with us, why don't you tell us a bit about your credentials."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin leans back in her chair, and resumes her position of resting her head on Meschior's shoulder.

[JadedDM]: Meschior does not react to Jasmin's sudden affection.

[Eskar]: Eskar turns back so that he is seated at the table proper, and looks at his hands. "I am fighting much in my life. Anything that attack, I beat back with this." Eskar lays a hand on the hilt of his sword, which is quite below the table and as such ineffectual. "But mostly I am preferring to catch things with my net and bolas. Things worth more alive, you see."

[Jasmin]: "I think around here people tend to like things dead."

[Aidan]: Letting the dwarf speak first, Aidan pulled a chair from the nearest table and sat near enough to the group to possibly be considered one of them by one of the other patrons.  "As I said, I work at the library, but I have studied the magecraft since I was little. I specialize in divination." After a few moments, he added, "Though I do have some understanding outside of this field, as well."

[Jasmin]: "Divination?"

[Aidan]: "I am best at revealing or finding information," the mage says simply, nodding to Jasmin.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Information is good.  We could use someone with a bit of subtlety," he says, glancing to Jasmin.

[Eskar]: Eskar spreads his hands wide. "I am not being too picky though. I will kill if you say. I have many times. Funny story about that yes, my..... friend and I are killing the Grimlocks, and he is saying 'Don't kill them, if we don't have to.' then one is slashing his arm and then he killed it, because you see they didn't have to but they wanted to."

[Jasmin]: "Hey!" Jasmin says, looking a little insulted.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Grimlocks?  You've fought Grimlocks, have you?"

[Eskar]: Eskar: "Yes, they were always attacking traders you see. Just bad business."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "And you," he turns to the mage.  "You said you have skills outside divination.  Could you hold your own in a battle?"

[Eskar]: Eskar, feeling validated, turns to look at Aidan for his response.

[Aidan]: Aidan considered this for a moment.  "Perhaps." He pulled the backpack from his shoulders, settling it on the floor beside him before facing Gaheris, as if looking to watch his reaction. "Most of my experience comes from studying spellwork, to be honest."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Then that is to say, you don't have any real field experience?"

[Aidan]: "No. At most, a hobgoblin has cast a few spells at me."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Hmm...well, you can't be any worse than the last flake of a wizard we had with us."

[Aidan]: Aidan shrugged and relaxed into his seat.

[Jasmin]: "Could you possibly find people who were trying to...hide?" Jasmin asks Aidan curiously.

[Aidan]: "That would perhaps depend upon how well they were hiding. A skilled mage or a rich man with the connections to a skilled mage, then most likely not.  Otherwise, most likely yes."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin nods in understanding before turning to Gaheris. "I suggest we keep them then."

[JadedDM]: While Jasmin and Aidan talk, Meschior turns to Eskar.  "Do you think you will be joining the Wrath Day Tournament with Jasmin?"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "I suppose we can let them tag along with us for now, and see how they do."

[Jasmin]: "I'm sure they'll do fine, Gaheris." Jasmin stands up and walks over to where Aidan is, and sits down beside him. "I don't suppose you wouldn't mind helping me out later on, would you? I have some...I guess research I need to do, and you would be really helpful."

[Eskar]: Eskar looks at Meschior, and then off into space, and then back at Meschior. He slips a hand into a pouch at his belt, retrieving a piece of charcoal and popping it into his mouth. "I am thinking" he crunches it "that I will. It will be good test."

[Aidan]: Somewhat distracted by the dwarf's crunching, Aidan looks almost startled when he realizes he missed Jasmin's move to sit closer.  "That would depend on the research. Is there anything more besides finding someone?"

[Jasmin]: "A lot more actually, but I don't want to go into too many details right now." Jasmin smiles softly to him. "When we have some time alone, I'll explain everything."

[JadedDM]: As the group is talking, a third person approaches their table this morning.  She is an attractive woman in her early thirties with wavy brown hair and brown eyes.  She is dressed in the finest gown and jewelry, clearly marked as a noblewoman.

[Aidan]: Aidan nods to Jasmin, remaining silent. Sitting back, he watches the woman approach the table.

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "I thought about joining myself, but I am not sure I would fare well in one-on-one combat.  Besides, I doubt very much I could defeat Jasmin."

[Eskar]: In the presence of such finery, Eskar shuts his trap in mid-conversation and tries not to touch anything.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin smiles brightly upon hearing Meschior, though her attention is taken away from the priest to the noblewoman before them. "Good morning, Arael," she says cheerfully.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Arael...as in, Lady Arael Monet?"  He quickly stands and bows.  "My lady."

[Jasmin]: "That is Gaheris, the one I'm always talking about," Jasmin says, almost sounding embarrassed.

[JadedDM]: Arael:  "Ah, so my reputation precedes me."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris stands straight again.  "You are the wife of Lord Airen Monet, the owner of the entire Merchant's Guild, correct?"

[JadedDM]: Arael:  "That's right.  But no need for such formalities.  Jasmin, aren't you going to introduce me to your friends?" she asks.

[Jasmin]: "Oh right," she says as if she forgot then stands up. "We have Gaheris Argent," she says, motioning to him. "We also have Meschior, our Priest of Renos." She motions to him as well. "Then the dwarf is Eskar, who just joined our group today, and finally we have Aidan Rysid who also just joined today." And Jasmin also motions to each of them in turn.

[JadedDM]: Arael:  "A pleasure to meet you.  Wasn't there one other, though?"

[Jasmin]: "His name is Daufer, and he is busy with the temple he is trying to build at the moment, so he wasn't able to join us."

[Eskar]: Eskar remains frozen, looking at Arael.

[JadedDM]: Arael:  "Oh, I see.  Well, this isn't just a social visit.  I take it you are still in the slaying game?"

[Jasmin]: "Of course, we are Arael. You don't think I would give it up now do you?" she asks, laughing lightly.

[JadedDM]: Arael smiles.  "I'm glad to hear that.  For I have a job for you."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin almost seems surprised. "You do?"

[JadedDM]: Arael:  "Yes.  Have you heard of Leucrotta Hill?"

[Jasmin]: "Isn't there some myth about some strange beast that lives on that hill?"

[JadedDM]: Arael nods.  "It's no myth.  The Leucrotta do dwell there."

[Eskar]: Eskar chooses this moment to speak. "What is this Leucrotta?"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "I've heard of them.  Four-legged beasts that are said to be as ugly as sin.  Similar to goats or deer, in a way, but far more dangerous."

[JadedDM]: Arael:  "That's right.  There's an old story that says the hide of a Leucrotta can be made into a pair of boots that increase your speed and agility.  I'm willing to pay you 250 gold pieces for each hide you bring me."

[Jasmin]: "Why would you want a pair of boots like that, Arael?" Jasmin asks curiously.

[JadedDM]: Arael:  "Trophy, mostly."

[Jasmin]: "Well," she says, looking to the others. "What do you all think?"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Could be a good way to see how Aidan and Eskar work out."

[Eskar]: Eskar's eyes grow wide, and one can almost hear the coins clinking in his head. He grins a little at nothing but the thought of the money and magic. "I am liking this job."

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "I have no objection."

[Aidan]: Aidan shrugs and nods. "I'd like to see these creatures. I've read only vague stories of them in the library. It would certainly be something to see them in person."

[Jasmin]: "Then it looks like we are taking the job."

[JadedDM]: Arael:  "It's settled then.  I look forward to your return."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris stands up.  "Anyone need to make preparations?"

[Jasmin]: "I need to make a stop off at home really quick."

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "I need to pick up my armor and sword."

[Eskar]: Eskar: "I am fine, now."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "We'll meet up at the West Gate then."

[JadedDM]: A short while later, everyone meets up at the West Gate with their gear.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris now wears leather armor and has a bow and quiver slung over his shoulder.  A short sword is sheathed on his side.  Meschior now wears chain mail and carries a small shield.  A long sword is on his hip.

[Eskar]: Eskar arrives unchanged; he toys with a bolas in his hands.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin walks up wearing black leather armor that looks more like a very short dress than anything that could actually protect her. She has Radiant Star, and another short sword strapped to her back, and finally she has her backpack as well.

[Aidan]: Aidan steps up to the group, lifting the hood of his cloak over his head. His backpack is returned to its place on his back, under his cloak, and he carries a quarterstaff with him.

[JadedDM]: The party approaches the West Gate and is stopped by the guards.  "Hey, aren't you the Shadow Bats?" one asks.  "Are you off on another hunt?"  A couple more guards come over to see, curious and excited by the idea.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Yeah, that's us.  We're going hunting for Leucrotta."

[JadedDM]: Guards:  "Good luck, Shadow Bats!"  They wave the party on through.

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "They sure treat us differently now," he comments once they are through the gate.

[JadedDM]: The five step out into the Kallow Valley , a desolate wasteland with very little in the way of trees and plants.  Small rocks litter the area, some as big as three feet in height.  A number of hills dot the valley, as well.  A well-worn road winds throughout the area.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "To the south.  This way."  He follows the road heading south.  There is no wind this day, and the sun beats down on the party relentlessly.

[Eskar]: Eskar pulls his hood down over his head, cursing the brightness. He mainly watches his feet and curses again at the lack of shade.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "It will get even worse once summer gets here," he comments.

[JadedDM]: As they walk south, the hill finally becomes visible on the horizon.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin walks along cheerfully, despite the heat. "Is that the hill up ahead?"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "That's it."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin looks to the others with a small smile. "You all look miserable."  She giggles lightly.

[Eskar]: Eskar keeps his gaze on his feet. "Sorry my friend. Light hurts worse than a stone big as my fist on the head." He gives a small hint of a chuckle.

[Aidan]: Aidan looks around, moving to stand closer to the dwarf and Jasmin. "It is a hot day," he says slowly, scrutinizing the landscape.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris freezes suddenly and holds up a hand to stop the others.  "Wait..."

[Jasmin]: "Like Gaheris said, it will only get worse as summer gets here. If you two are going to be with the Shadow Bats, you'll have to get use to it." Jasmin pauses in her steps upon hearing Gaheris and looks around. "What?"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris draws his bow.

[Eskar]: At the sound of a single weapon being readied Eskar's blade sings from its sheath. "What is it?" He whispers as he lifts his head, squinting.

[JadedDM]: And suddenly, a number of green figures start emerging from the sand.  They had apparently been lying in wait with blankets over them, and sand covering the blankets.  They are short, and green-skinned, wearing mismatched armor and carrying spears.  They are the savage Wadi Goblins.  They have the group surrounded and there are sixteen of them, total.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin quickly draws her two blades upon seeing the Goblins surround them.

[Aidan]: Aidan curses under his breath, adjusting his grip on his staff and backing up to stand closer to the group.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Raider scum!  We walked right into an ambush!"

[JadedDM]: (State actions for Round 1.)

[Jasmin]: Jasmin moves in to attack the closest goblin to her.

[Eskar]: Eskar stays by Aidan, going to intercept any goblins headed for the inexperienced spell-chucker.

[JadedDM]: (What will Aidan do in the first round?)

[Aidan]: Aidan rummages through his component pouches, preparing to cast a spell at the nearest goblin.

[Jasmin]: [1d10] -> [4] = (4)

[Eskar]: [1d10] -> [6] = (6)

[Aidan]: [1d10] => [9] = (9)

[JadedDM]: Jasmin's turn.

[Jasmin]: [1d20] -> [15] = (15)

[Jasmin]: [1d20] -> [13] = (13)

[Jasmin]: [1d6+3] -> [3,3] = (6)

[Jasmin]: [1d6+2] -> [1,2] = (3)

[Jasmin]: Jasmin moves in on two of the goblins to her side, and after dancing around their spears as they move in to attack she thrusts Radiant Star into the heart of the first goblin, and watches as it drops down dead. Her other sword comes around, and stabs the second goblin in the stomach, yet despite the pain the goblin still remains standing.

[JadedDM]: Aidan's turn.

[Aidan]: [2d4+2] => [1,4,2] = (7)

[Aidan]: Ignoring his components, Aidan mutters an incantation and gestures through the air, finally pointing at the nearest goblin.  Two missiles of energy erupt from his fingers, shooting off to claim the life of the creature.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris' turn.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris fires his first arrow, which catches one of the charging goblins in the throat.  It staggers back and then drops with a thump to the ground, throwing up sand in the process.

[JadedDM]: Meschior's turn.

[JadedDM]: Meschior pulls three pebbles from one of his pouches and prays to Renos.  He then hurls the stones forward to the goblins.  Two miss, but the third one strikes the goblin in the forehead.  There is a brief flash of light, and the goblin falls dead.

[JadedDM]: Goblins' turn.

[JadedDM]: The goblins rush forward, except for one who stays in the back, shouting orders.  Two go for Gaheris and one cuts him in the ankle.  Three more surge at Eskar, their hatred of dwarves kicking in.  One strikes him in the shoulder, and another gets a lucky hit from behind.  Another two go for Jasmin, one stabbing her in the thigh.  Two more get the jump on Aidan, cutting at his ankles.    The last two go for Meschior, but his armor protects him.

[JadedDM]: Eskar's turn.

[Eskar]: [1d20] -> [16] = (16)

[Eskar]: [2d4+2] -> [1,4,2] = (7)

[Eskar]: Eskar grunts, both from the pain of his wounds and the sun in his eyes. He bats one of the goblins' spears aside and runs it through with his sword. "Take that, bastard."

[JadedDM]: A handful of the goblins are dead, and there are at least two on each of you.  The final one does not actually fight, but calls to the others in their own tongue.  Actions for Round 2?

[Jasmin]: Jasmin attacks the two goblins attacking her.

[Eskar]: Eskar maneuvers both of the remaining goblins to his front, but makes his way towards Aidan. He slashes at one of the goblins assaulting him.

[Jasmin]: [1d10] -> [3] = (3)

[Aidan]: Aidan utters a stream of curses both at his wounds and at his attackers, but he eyes the lead goblin and moves a hand toward a component pouch at his waist.

[Eskar]: [1d10] -> [8] = (8)

[Aidan]: [1d10] => [3] = (3)

[JadedDM]: Jasmin's turn.

[Jasmin]: [1d20] -> [11] = (11)

[Jasmin]: [1d20] -> [12] = (12)

[Jasmin]: [1d6+3] -> [1,3] = (4)

[Jasmin]: [1d6+2] -> [1,2] = (3)

[Jasmin]: Despite the pain in her leg, Jasmin twists her body just slightly so Radiant Star can move under her arm, and stab into a goblin behind her. Not seeing where the sword actually hits, she just knows the goblin is dead by the way it thumps upon the ground. The goblin in front of her leaves himself open at his side, in which she swoops in with her other sword. Within seconds, the second goblin is dead on the ground.

[JadedDM]: Aidan's turn.

[Aidan]: Aidan mutters a few words, grimacing at his wounds, but as the moss he's picked from his pouch is consumed by the spell, he grins as a globe of light blinds the lead goblin's eyes.

[JadedDM]: The lead goblin howls in pain and surprise and dances around, wiping at his eyes.

[JadedDM]: Meschior's turn.

[JadedDM]: Meschior swings his long sword at one of his attackers, but the creature ducks, avoiding the blade.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris' turn.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris is forced into melee, so drops his bow and draws his sword.  He stabs at one of his opponents, but the goblin blocks with its spear's shaft.

[JadedDM]: Eskar's turn.

[Eskar]: [1d20] -> [18] = (18)

[Eskar]: [2d4+2] -> [4,2,2] = (8)

[Eskar]: Eskar grits his teeth and ends the life of the goblin who stabbed him most painfully in the back. "Little scum!" He changes his attention to the one goblin left. "You next."

[JadedDM]: Goblin's turn.

[JadedDM]: The leader continues howling at his now glowing eyes.  Their brave leader screaming and waving his arms frantically seems to kill the morale of the others.  They begin to beat a hasty retreat.  Anyone who wishes may take a free attack on one as they try and escape.

[Jasmin]: [1d20] -> [6] = (6)

[Jasmin]: [1d6+3] -> [2,3] = (5)

[Eskar]: Eskar drops his sword to the ground, whipping out his net. He hurls it at the goblin who is trying to escape him.

[Eskar]: [1d20] -> [3] = (3)

[Jasmin]: As one of the goblins that was attacking Aidan starts to flee, Jasmin jumps behind him, and with practiced ease stabs Radiant Star into the goblin’s throat. It sputters for a few moments before Jasmin pulls her sword from the goblin, and it drops to its knees before falling on its face.

[Eskar]: His net having caught on one of his backpack's straps, it doesn't quite open properly and thus does not fly true. The goblin beats a hasty retreat as Eskar grumbles and reels the net back in.

[JadedDM]: The remaining seven goblins flee to the southwest, probably back to their Wadi.

[Jasmin]: Once the goblins seem to be gone, Jasmin looks down to her leg as the blood trickles down with a frown.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris sheathes his sword and picks up his bow.  "Damn blighters."  He puts a hand over his eyes to shield them from the sun as he watches them run off.

[Eskar]: Eskar tucks his net back away, and retrieves his sword. After having cleaned it off on a goblin's body, he returns it to his scabbard. He flexes and checks his limbs to make sure everything is in working order. "Hate goblins."

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "You two did well."

[Aidan]: Aidan takes a quick look around before easing to the ground, examining his bleeding ankles.  "That was somewhat unexpected. But we managed well, yes?"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "They were just goblins.  The real challenge lies up on that hill.  Daufer isn't around to heal us, so we'll have to make do."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin looks over to Eskar and Aidan. "Well, we weren't captured, and we didn't die. That usually means we did well."

[Eskar]: Eskar nods at Jasmin and looks over at Aidan. "Are you alright, my friend?"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Unlike the goblins that live in the city, those Wadi Goblins are savages.  They probably aimed to cook us over a roasting fire.  I guess they weren't expecting battle-hardened Slayers."

[Aidan]: Aidan flexes his ankles and wipes some of the blood from his boots before standing.  "I am well enough. Do you all get captured or face death often, then?"

[JadedDM]: Meschior scratches at his cheek.  "Well, uh...not every time..."

[Jasmin]: "We were only captured once, but we tend to face death quite a bit."

[Aidan]: "Lovely." Aidan checks their surroundings once more at these words before nodding his head at the hill. "Onward?"

[Eskar]: Eskar looks over at Jasmin, then quickly to the ground. "Sounds right."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris straightens out his cloak.  "Right.  Let's continue."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin nods in agreement with Aidan, and starts the trek towards the hill.

[JadedDM]: After a bit more walking, they approach the hill.  The sun is past its apex, meaning afternoon has begun.  Leucrotta Hill is one of the larger hills in the Kallow Valley .  A fairly level path slopes gently upward around the hill, leading to the flat top.  Several gnarled trees and a few dried up shrubberies poke out at certain points.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin looks around their surroundings. "Not much of a hill," she notes as she moves up.

[Eskar]: Eskar lifts his beard up and wipes the generous amount of sweat on his face and head off onto it. He makes a mental note to do something about the light and its effect on him. "Where are critters?"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Probably on the top."

[Jasmin]: "What do these things look like anyway?"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "I've never seen one myself.  Just heard about them.  They have cloven hooves and a very ugly appearance."

[Aidan]: "Do you know of any weaknesses they may have, or do we just intend to beat them? I'm afraid I did not have many offensive spells prepared for the day."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "I did once hear a story that they could supposedly bite through metal."

[Eskar]: Eskar: "Good, I am not wearing metal then, yes?"

[Jasmin]: "I can only imagine what their bite could do to flesh then."

[Aidan]: "How refreshing." Aidan moves to walk closer to Eskar.

[JadedDM]: As they talk, they slowly ascend the hill, up the winding path to the top.  Once they are about half-way there, they hear the scream of a small child emitting from the peak.

[Eskar]: Eskar does not move, relying on the reactions of his group-mates for signals.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin looks up towards the peak upon hearing the scream. "What is a child doing up here?" she asks.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "A goblin’s slave that escaped, maybe?"

[Jasmin]: Jasmin absently shrugs as she moves at a quickened pace towards the scream. She draws her swords as she moves.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris and Meschior rush after her.

[Aidan]: Aidan sighs.  "I suppose they rescue as much as they slay, then?" he asks Eskar quietly, hurrying his own pace slightly.

[Eskar]: Eskar grunts in response and takes pace behind Aidan, protecting the group's rear flank.

[JadedDM]: They hurry to the top, which is fairly level, although several large boulders lie upon it.  The scream comes again, from behind one of the bigger rocks.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin walks towards the rock that the scream came from.

[JadedDM]: As she rounds the rock's edge, a creature emerges from behind it, baring its teeth.  It's an ugly beast that stands seven feet tall at the shoulder and is at least 9 feet in length.  It resembles a stag without antlers, and with a leonine tufted tail and cloven hooves.  Its head resembles that of a huge badger, but instead of teeth has sharp, jagged bony ridges.  Its body is tan, with the neck gradually darkening until it turns black at the head.  The so-called teeth are sickly gray, and its eyes glow with a feral red light.  The smell of animals, decomposing on a hot humid day follows the creature, and its breath is especially bad.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin can't help but take a few steps back. "Renos, that thing is ugly!"

[JadedDM]: The creature bleats, which sounds remarkably like a screaming child.  It slowly begins to approach.

[JadedDM]: (Actions for Round 1?)

[Jasmin]: After getting over shock upon seeing the creature, Jasmin moves in to attack.

[Eskar]: Eskar draws his sword, and gives a quick glance around for more creatures. If there are none, he concentrates hard at the ground.

[Aidan]: Aidan stands back, letting the others attack first, though he maintains a firm grip on his staff.

[Jasmin]: [1d10] -> [3] = (3)

[Eskar]: Eskar sees another creature approaching from the other side of the hill and calls. "One more, over here!" He moves to intercept its path and holds his sword in front of him.

[Eskar]: [1d10] -> [2] = (2)

[JadedDM]: Eskar's turn.

[Eskar]: Eskar's form grows blurry and distorts, before one can try to figure out what is going on, the shape of his form is 8' tall and has refocused into one very large dwarf holding one very large sword. He grunts and eyes the creature approaching him.

[JadedDM]: Jasmin's turn.

[Jasmin]: [1d20] -> [14] = (14)

[Jasmin]: [1d20] -> [20] = (20)

[Jasmin]: [1d6+3] -> [6] = (6)

[Jasmin]: [2d6+2] -> [6,5,2] = (13)

[Jasmin]: Jasmin moves in on the creature with graceful ease. She almost seems to twirl into battle, as she brings Radiant Star in and stabs into the creature's leg. She then twists her body slightly to the left and brings her other sword in to stab into its stomach, causing the creature to scream out in pain.

[JadedDM]: Meschior's turn.

[JadedDM]: Meschior comes up behind Eskar to assist him.  He raises his hands to the heavens and calls upon the sun for assistance.  A beam of sunlight focuses on the second creature and intensifies, burning it.

[JadedDM]: Leucrotta 1's turn.

[JadedDM]: The creature chomps at Jasmin, and the sound of bone crunching can be heard as its teeth sink into her shoulder.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin cries out in pain as the creature makes a meal out of her shoulder. She staggers backwards a bit.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Jasmin!"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris' turn.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris nocks an arrow and fires it at the first beast, but the force of the arrow is not enough to pierce its tough hide.  The arrow clatters to the ground and Gaheris swears.

[JadedDM]: Leucrotta 2's turn.

[JadedDM]: The second beast comes up to Eskar and attempts to bite him, too, but the dwarf is able to keep it at bay with his oversized sword.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris' turn.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris fires a second arrow, but this one is just as ineffective.

[JadedDM]: (I'm rolling great for the monsters, but horrible for the NPCs.)

[JadedDM]: (Actions for Round 2?)

[Eskar]: Eskar turns his newfound weight and power into a horizontal sweep of his immense weapon.

[Eskar]: [1d10] -> [4] = (4)

[Jasmin]: Jasmin winces in pain as she tries to lift her sword arm, but finds that she can do it, so she attacks again.

[Jasmin]: [1d10] -> [7] = (7)

[Aidan]: Aidan begins muttering short rhythmic phrases, watching the beast attacking Jasmin.

[Aidan]: [1d10] => [6] = (6)

[JadedDM]: Leucrotta 1's turn.

[JadedDM]: The large beast attempts to bite her again, but this time Jasmin nimbly dances aside.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris' turn.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris lets loose another arrow, and this one is no stronger than the previous two.

[JadedDM]: Eskar's turn.

[Eskar]: [1d20] -> [12] = (12)

[Eskar]: [2d4+2] -> [2,3,2] = (7x1.8) = (13)

[Eskar]: Eskar's giant blade swings in from the side, creating a large laceration in the thing's haunch. Blood pours liberally from the wound. "Not so tough not that I big, no?"

[JadedDM]: Meschior's turn.

[JadedDM]: Meschior again prays to Renos for aid.  This time, the second creature's red, feral eyes burst into light, blinding it.

[JadedDM]: Aidan's turn.

[Aidan]: Finally, Aidan seems to have found a suitable incantation, waving at the dead grass beneath the creature attacking Jasmin. "This thing is not worth some girl's attire...yet I hope it will fear this bit of fire."

[JadedDM]: The dry grass beneath the first Leucrotta catches flame as easily as tender.  The flame burns out quickly, but not before doing some minor damage to the creature's underbelly.

[JadedDM]: Leucrotta 2's turn.

[JadedDM]: The creature again snaps at Eskar, but he's able to avoid getting caught in its jaws.

[JadedDM]: Jasmin's turn.

[Jasmin]: [1d20] -> [17] = (17)

[Jasmin]: [1d20] -> [3] = (3)

[Jasmin]: [1d6+3] -> [1,3] = (4)

[Jasmin]: Jasmin moves in to strike again, and manages to raise Radiant Star to stab into the creature's belly, yet only does little damage. Her other sword, she tries to bring around to stab into the creatures leg, but she misses horribly.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris' turn.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris fires another arrow, but he may as well be shooting at a brick wall for all the good it does.

[JadedDM]: Jasmin's turn.

[Jasmin]: [1d20] -> [5] = (5)

[Jasmin]: Jasmin pulls Radiant Star from the creature, and brings it in to stab again. Though she finds it hard to lift the sword due to the bite on her shoulder, and the creature manages to dodge out of the way before she can correct herself.

[JadedDM]: (Actions for Round 3?)

[Eskar]: Eskar takes another swing at the beast.

[Eskar]: [1d10] -> [6] = (6)

[Jasmin]: Jasmin attacks again with her swords.

[Jasmin]: [1d10] -> [8] = (8)

[Aidan]: Aidan continues with another chant.

[Aidan]: [1d10] => [8] = (8)

[JadedDM]: Leucrotta 2's turn.

[JadedDM]: Still blind from the Light prayer, the creature cannot see Eskar very well.  It bites at him, but he is easily able to avoid it.

[JadedDM]: Jasmin's turn.

[Jasmin]: [1d20] -> [20] = (20)

[Jasmin]: [1d20] -> [10] = (10)

[Jasmin]: [2d6+3] -> [1,4,3] = (8)

[Eskar]: (You go Heather! Crit numbah 2! Hai!)

[Jasmin]: With a bit of determination at this point, Jasmin lifts Radiant Star with a grunt and stabs it as hard as she can into the creature's underbelly. This causes the Leucrotta to scream much like a little child before it tumbles down to the ground which causes sand to spray up around it.

[JadedDM]: Eskar's turn.

[Eskar]: [1d20] -> [14] = (14)

[Eskar]: [2d4+2] -> [2,4,2] = (8x1.8) = (14)

[Eskar]: Eskar pulls his blade back, and with a mighty thrust, sends it right between the beast's front legs into its chest cavity slaying it outright. He yanks it out before the thing's weight bears it down.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris looks around to make sure there are no more nearby.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin drops Radiant Star and her sword to the ground before her hand moves to her shoulder.

[Aidan]: With the creatures' tumble to the ground, Aidan's chanting falters immediately. "Their bleating hasn't summoned more of the things, has it?"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "I don't see any more in the area.  I think it was just that one and its mate."

[Eskar]: Eskar seems to realize again that the sunlight is incredibly painful to his eyes and tugs his cowl further over his face. For lack of better material, he wipes his blade off on his beard and sheathes it. "Let us hope not, my friend." He lets out a groan suddenly. "Someone knows how to, how you say..... take the skin from the critters? We don't want be carry them."

[JadedDM]: Meschior sheathes his blade and removes his coif.

[Jasmin]: "Even if there was another one, I can barely hold my sword at the moment.”

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "I can skin them.  It'll take awhile, though.  Anyone have a knife?"

[Jasmin]: "In my pack. I have about a dozen of them."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris borrows one of her knives then.  "Take a rest, but don't let your guard down.  Never know what else might be around here."  He starts skinning the large creatures.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin plops down looking rather exhausted.

[Eskar]: Eskar takes a knee, looking down at his belt buckle and muttering a prayer to Renos for the success of the battle. He also inquires if the deity can dim the sun just a bit, or send a wayward cloud in the way.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin looks over to Eskar curiously. "You follow Renos?"

[JadedDM]: Meschior finds a relatively smooth rock and sits down.  "You did well today, Mage Rysid."

[Aidan]: Aidan paces a bit before sitting near the priest. "Thank you. I must admit I was not quite prepared for such action."

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "One usually is not.  But I believe what makes a good Slayer is one who can make do what with he has, even without preparation."

[Eskar]: Eskar looks up at Jasmin, then curses at his mistake. "I am working the forge. Must respect my tools, and God who oversees me. It is why I come to Meschior first."

[Aidan]: "I can see reason behind that, unsettling though the prospect may be. How long have you been with the group?"

[Jasmin]: "Oh, I see." Jasmin nods slightly. "Seems Meschior does have a follower other than me after all then."

[Eskar]: Eskar falls on his arse and sits there. "It is good humans worship. Why do you?"

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "Not long.  Until today, I was the newest.  Sir Daufer asked me to join after their previous wizard had left them."

[Aidan]: "I see.  And what sort of things have you faced with them?"

[Jasmin]: "To me Renos represents...passion. I think that is something that everyone should have, and people shouldn't be afraid to give in to their passions."

[JadedDM]: Meschior chuckles ironically.  "On my very first job, we were attacked by a band of skeletons in this very valley.  We were nearly slain, but when we woke up, we learned we had been captured and enslaved by the Karik Orcs."

[Eskar]: Eskar nods, taking her words in. "Is good reason. I can ask why you such pretty human slayer? So how you say..... can move good?"

[Aidan]: "I am sure that was exciting," Aidan says sarcastically. "Everyone fared better today, at least."

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "Indeed.  Another time, we had to face my former mentor and a grue he had conjured.  It was after that incident I decided to become a full-time Slayer."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin remains silent for a few moments as if trying to piece together what he just asked. "Before I became a slayer, I was a slave to a man named Sorel . He taught me how to dance, and when I bought back my freedom I became a dancer at the Mirthful Miner. That is how I met Gaheris, and he is the one who taught me how to fight."

[Aidan]: "A grue? I think I heard of that incident. It was your mentor who summoned it?"

[JadedDM]: Meschior nods grimly.  "It was.  He had come to believe he had to purge the non-believers from the slums with flame."

[Eskar]: Eskar: "Yes. I see how you fight good. Not good to look at for enemy. Make you fall asleep, is drowsy-making. You very good fighter, I am being very impressed."

[Aidan]: A grin began to tug at Aidan's lips. "And he was your mentor."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin smiles brightly, looking over to Gaheris. "Thank you. Though most people think I'm reckless."

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "Yes.  I had not been aware of his plans.  In fact, he had encouraged me to go with the Shadow Bats to get out of the way, so they could complete with the ritual without my interference.  I had always believed flame was something to study and understand before that day.  After I had to slay my own mentor...I came to realize that flame is something to control and tame.  Or else it will consume everything."

[Eskar]: Eskar smiles a little. "If you no try hard, you die anyway. He is your husband yes? You two do business."

[Jasmin]: "My husband?" Jasmin blinks in surprise before she laughs. "Hey, Gaheris. You hear that! You're my husband now." She giggles lightly. "He's not my husband."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris looks over his shoulder with a look that suggests the idea horrifies him.  He goes back to his work quickly.

[Aidan]: The grin slipped away. "Ah." Aidan glanced at the others. "And your friends? Do they share such feelings?"

[Eskar]: Eskar shrugs noncommittally. "In my home, we marry for business. Is why I think so, business of money, business of family...  Wait, you have family, no?"

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "Friends?   Oh, you mean..," he looks around at the others.  "They all have their own views and agendas, I suppose."

[Jasmin]: "My mother and father are the ones that sold me into slavery so that they could pay their debts. I get along with my father well enough, but I don't really speak to my mother. I haven't seen my brother in years."

[Eskar]: Eskar lapses into silence. "Alright." He wipes some more sweat away. "Sometimes fire not so good."

[JadedDM]: Time passes as they sit and rest while Gaheris diligently works at skinning the two large beasts.  By the time he finishes, the sun has begun to drop down to the horizon and a cool breeze has picked up.

[Jasmin]: By that time, Jasmin is pacing a bit showing that she obviously isn't a very patient person. "Are you done yet, Gaheris?"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris stands and wipes some sweat from his brow.  He is now splattered in blood, to his dismay.  "If you wanted me to go faster, you could have helped."  He tosses her knife back to her.

[Eskar]: Eskar takes his hood off, red eyes shining brightly. He puts his back to the sun. "Much better. Thank Renos."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin catches the knife easily before she slips it into her pack. "I don't know how to do any of that, and I didn't want to come out looking like you do now."

[Aidan]: Aidan looks up at the sky, watching the few wispy clouds pass and the sun set. "Perhaps we should not be here come nightfall?"

[JadedDM]: Gaheris nods.  "Let's gather up the skins and get going before the vultures come from all this dead meat."

[Aidan]: "Vultures...yes. I was thinking more of the undead."

[JadedDM]: Meschior:  "A good point.  Perhaps we should torch the bodies, so they do not rise again?"

[Eskar]: Eskar gets to his now-short legs. "I have the fuel if you need."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Quickly then.  Time's a wasting.  I don't want to be caught by the goblins again, or something worse."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin watches the men go to work with an amused look on her face.

[Eskar]: Eskar shrugs off his backpack and opens it up revealing, you guessed it, a more than generous amount of charcoal. He tosses a good bit over the remains of the beasts and a little bit into his mouth, re-shouldering the pack when done.

[Jasmin]: "Why do you have so much...charcoal?"

[JadedDM]: Working quickly with what little sunlight remains, Meschior sets to burning the corpses.  Afterward, he stands and faces the others.  "The smell, as well as the flame and smoke, may attract others.  We should hurry."

[Eskar]: "Use charcoal for anything." He carries a skin if necessary, and then begins the trek back to town, eyes on the ground.

[JadedDM]: Carrying the skins of the Leucrotta, the five quickly head down the hill and back to the city's West Gate.  The guards clap and cheer upon seeing them and their bounty and welcome them back inside.  From there, they hurry back to the Wolf Blaze Inn to meet with Arael.

[JadedDM]: The finicky waiters at the inn are reluctant to let them in with a bunch of animal skins, but Arael was waiting for them, and asked them to send the party up to a room she had rented out for the day.

[JadedDM]: Arael has them lie the skins down on the bed when they arrive and she examines them.  "Did they give you any trouble?" she asks.

[Jasmin]: "One of them bit my shoulder," Jasmin says. "Though I don't think anyone else was hurt."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "You should go see Daufer later tonight.  Hopefully he isn't too busy to do some healing."

[Eskar]: Eskar remains frozen in the presence of finery, and sort of makes sure he doesn't get anything dirty by not touching anything.

[Jasmin]: "I probably will," she says to Gaheris.

[JadedDM]: Arael:  "The hides are damaged...but with the two of them together, I should be able to salvage enough to have the boots made."  She turns to them.

[Jasmin]: "Well, I hope they make nice boots at least."

[Aidan]: "And so... how much will you be rewarding us with?"

[JadedDM]: Arael gestures to a small chest on the desk in her room.  She opens it, revealing gold pieces.  "Five hundred, as we discussed.  But next time...take care not to damage the goods so much."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris takes his share, a hundred, from the chest.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin moves in to take her own share as well.

[Aidan]: Aidan counts his out, as well. "Perhaps next time they won't be so aggressive."

[JadedDM]: Meschior helps himself to his own share, as well.

[Eskar]: Eskar moves last and carefully counts his amount out; satisfied he beats a hasty retreat from the room as silently as possible.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "It was a pleasure and an honor doing business with you, Lady Monet.  Perhaps some day you could introduce me to your husband?  I would love the opportunity to discuss business with the guild master."

[JadedDM]: Arael smiles.  "I'm sure something could be arranged."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin rolls her eyes at Gaheris. "I'll visit you sometime later on in the week, Arael if that is all right."

[JadedDM]: Arael:  "I would like that."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Let's meet downstairs and get a table," he says to the others.  With a bow to the noblewoman, he steps outside.

[Jasmin]: Jasmin smiles to Arael. "Goodnight," she says then steps out of the room after Gaheris.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris finds them a table and sits down.  He waits for the others.

[Eskar]: Eskar follows Gaheris quickly.

[JadedDM]: Meschior follows them out and has a seat across from Gaheris.

[Aidan]: Aidan quickly makes his own leave, joining the others at the table. He stares pointedly at Gaheris' clothing. "That blood will likely stain, you know."

[Jasmin]: Once Meschior sits down, Jasmin makes a nice comfortable seat out of his lap.

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "I know.  I'll see what my servant can do.  I suppose I could always buy new clothes with this hundred gold."  He shrugs.  "Anyway, I think we should try and find another job before the tournament.  So tomorrow, see if you can find anything.  We'll all meet back here in a couple of days and see what came up."

[Jasmin]: "All right. Who is entering the tournament anyway, besides me?"

[Eskar]: Eskar looks at Jasmin. "I am too. I have a little more tricks. I hope they make a night match."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "Daufer may, if he finishes up his temple work in time."

[Aidan]: "I will watch from the sidelines," Aidan said quickly. "You'll have to tell me about your tricks, sometime, Eskar. That was a rather interesting one, today."

[Eskar]: Eskar grins a bit, self-conscious about his black mouth. "Thank you, my friend. You will see tomorrow."

[JadedDM]: Gaheris:  "All right.  That settles that."  He stands.  "See what you can find out and we'll meet back in a couple of days."

[Jasmin]: Jasmin nods slightly before she gives Meschior a kiss on the cheek then stands up. "I'm going to seek out Daufer. I'll see you guys in a couple of days."

[JadedDM]: Meschior blinks in puzzlement.  Gaheris watches the display of affection with equal confusion.

[Eskar]: Eskar gets to his feet, and follows Jasmin. "I hate goblins."

[Aidan]: Aidan stands, nodding to everyone before hurrying off after Jasmin. He told her quickly where to find him, should she be interested in discussing whatever task she had for him, then took his own way to the slums.

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