© 1999 by PBeM Realms, Inc.
DnD © by TSR, Inc.
The Search for the tempest stone began long ago when a mage named
Rortal found an old tome titled, The Book of Ahmin-Rah. This
book told of a stone with the power of creation, with the power to do anything,
now many people of the land of Gahenna are in search of this stone.
Either for Good or Evil the members of this party must survive with each
other and learn that of cooperation to find the stone...
The Game
1
Timber Ahnn Sits at the bar in Sharler, looking
to his left he notices a sign. "Reward for the Tempest Stone" that's
what it said. It also said that this was issued by the king, and
so he decided to go find it, He grabbed the peice of paper and held it
up.
"Anyone want to go on an adventure?" He screamed
to the bar.
2
A giant, well built man looks up from his tankard
of ale at the announcement. "I'm interested. Whats it alla bout then???"
3
"We're after some strange stone." Timber replied.
4
A figure in the corner stand and comes forth. As
he comes into the light ,he throws back the hood of his forest
green cloak and you can see he is an elf of above average build with
flowing silver hair and stern amber eyes. You
notice he moves with catlike grace. His left hip carries a fine
Longsword and the right , a short sword. you notice a
longbow and travelpack at the table he came from.
" Aye, I would be interested in the search . The Stone is said
to have great power. Such an thing should found, but
must also be handled with respect and great care. "
5
"I don't care how it's handled as long as I get
the award." Timber smiled, then dropped the paper. "Any one else?"
6
"Ah yes, with care it should be handled, my name
is Raska and I wonder why the king hires odinary people to do job of this
magnitude?"she says.You see a half elf female with a dark cloak and
a sword strapped to her side very young and not unpleasant to look at but
its the eyes always shifting and trying to take it all in, you can see
they are older than their years.
7
" The half-blood has the right of it." A dwarf sits
with his back to the group watching the flames of the fire. He is clad
in a deep brown tunic that is worn and dusty. Around his neck hangs a silver
chain with a small piece of shaped metal attached at the bottom. His black
hair is streaked with thick bands of white and sways in three tight braids
that come just short of mid-torso. In front of each ear is a short braid
that stops at the bottom of his neck. Tied to the bottom of every braid
is a silver band and the same symbol that hangs around his neck. Taking
a large swig from a cup he sets the cup back down and takes a glance at
the small gathering near the posted announcement. " The monsters in the
stone towers are not to be taken lightly. You young ones are going
to need someone to look after you. So I shall accompany whatever party
is gathered." His eyes look like small polished stones as they catch the
firelight. He turns to the plate in front of him and finishes up what he
paid for.
8
Calis approaches the bar and orders a glass of wine
,elven if the tavern stocks it, and offers to by one for the young half-elf...."might
I offer you some spirits, lass ? "
9
The giant looks up again, and this time wipes the
gravy from his chin as he munches on what appears to be a chicken.
Taking another swig from his tankard, he pushes the chair back and stands
up.
He stretches to almost 7ft in height and you can see clearly that he
is in tremendous physical shape and has an impressive muscular physique.
He is wearing a sleeveless leather jerkin which shows off his tattoos which
cover all the exposed flesh. You now see also 2 longswords and a
giant two headed axe. You clearly feel that this is not a man to
be trifled with!! His hair is dirty blonde and is shaved almost to
the skin, and you notice now his Orcish resemblance.
"If you people are goin' after the stone, I better come with you.
Anyway, my gold is getting low and i could do with the reward. When do
we leave??"
10
Raska replies, an evil grin on her face "always
in the mood for some spirits, liquid or otherwise" Looking him over carefully
11
A good looking young man with a very muscular build
and long straight black hair gets up and walks over to Timber Ahnn.You
notice that before he leaves his table that he bends down and pets a large
dog and gives him a peice of bread. He is quick on his feet for a
man so big even wearing chain mail armour. He is carrying a morning star
at his belt and leaves a short bow, quiver and med buckler at his table.
He wears a grey cloth cloak over his shoulders and brown pants. He has
a belt pouch at his waist and black gloves. "Sounds interesting. I think
I'd be interseted in such a quest," Haalan states. "When do we leave?"
12
The giant strides over to the bar. As he crosses
the floor, he unashamedly breaks wind with a forceful belch but you
notice that for someone so big, he is very graceful on his feet.
"Barkeep......another ale" he shouts before turning to Timber Ahnn.
"I'll join this search for the rock. Jerec Voghn is the name."
13
"We leave as soon as you all decide!" Timber's golden
eyes flash in the glare of the fire. "I'm just here for the reward."
14
"Indeed, I believe I can aid you in the search and
care of this stone" says a black robed figure, his voice barely audible.You
turn to see a person of average height standing behind you, his black velvet
robe hanging off thin, small shoulders with many puches, feathers and other
small knick knacks hanging from his belt. You could have sworn you
didn't see him in the inn earlier. "I will come." he says, not bothering
to remove his hood nor give his name. He then leans upon a staff revealing
a thin, ghostly pale hand.
15
Calis returns to his table and retrieves his gear,
then returns to the bar.. "I am ready whenever the rest of you are"
16
" Decide what, thought it was a magical stone we
after, what more we need you the eagar beaver, the wisened ol dwarf to
keep us out of trouble, the Giant in case the ol dwarf fails and a couple
hangers on looking for excitement and a few coins to boot, I say let get
down the road for the day grows old"
17
The Dwarf at the table finishes his food and stands
from his chair, he rises to only a height of about 4'1". Grabbing the pack
at his side he slips his arms into it and hefts it onto his back. Walking
towards the group, he begins to speak. " So does anyone know where to look?"
Looking around for quick response he pauses. Laughing heartily soon after.
The bands on his braids and the chain around his neck hold a silver rendered
gate. It's intricate design seemingly unfamiliar. " Let's find another
place to talk. I feel thieves eyes on the back of my neck." Bowing to the
gathered adventurers he smiles. " Vorgad Rigastav, Protector of Veghman's
Gates, at your service."
18
Haalan walks back over to his table, finishes his
drink and grabs his belongings. Motioning to the dog briefly he walks back
over to the ever growing group. Speaking to the group and facing Vorgad"
I'd have to agree with Vorgad on that point folks. Loose talk of such treasures
can only result in danger to us all. On matters such as these even the
walls have ears. Does anyone have a quiet place where we can talk? I don't
think my room here is big enough for us all." This last is said with an
easy smile.
19
"I say we stay here, mighty comfy is it not?" Timber
smiled. "Nah, I'm jus' kiddin ya, lets get a room in the Blackstone Inn
just down the street."
20
"I too agree with Vorgad, Let us go and discuss
where we might start to look for this stone.....I am assuming this notice
you have says something about where to inquire if we wish to undertake
this venture? who is offering the reward and how much ? .... "Nice
dog you have there, what is his name ?
21
"I' says here the king offered i', but i' doesn't
say wha' da reward is." Timber replies. "Bu' I'm thinksin' i's alot for
somethin' tha' strange and powerful."
22
Speaking to Calis, Haalan nods his head in recognition
of the compliment, "Why thank you. His name is Ska." Noticing Calis leaning
over to pet the dog, "You may feel free to pet him if you like he is very
well behaved and trained," then with a wink to the others, "just don't
make any sudden moves." When Calis looks up Haalan will share the joke
with him as well and bend over and rub Ska behind the ears.
Looking over to Timber, "This Blackstone Inn sounds as though it will do
nicely, lets be off."
23
"Indeed le's do be off." Timber replied and began
to walk out the door.
24
Raska says" yes lets move, an I am glad its a dog
and not a cat, cats are vile nasty little creatures"
25
"I for one care not for any animal." says Makor.
"Nor any other creature aside from us humans." he hisses."Enuf of this
pointless chatter! Let us be off. While we are idle, another
is already on the search for this stone. Act with haste! Something
of such power cannot fall into untrained hands. Let us leave
this place now." he says with obvious frustration in his voice. He
taps his staff on the floor twice and begins to walk over to the
inn door, still shrouded in his black robes.
26
Calis' sharp elven ears pick up the remark of the
human. He has learned in his many years of life to try and ignore those
not of the People// Calis again pets Ska before shouldering his equipment
and moving closer to the door. " Timber, would you be so good as
to show us this tavern you spoke of.. I would like to get these little
details worked out and then be on our way .. as someone has already noted..
time is of the essence and we want to make sure we are the ones to find
the stone.. I am quite willing to start on the road as soon as we
determine which way we should go.."
27
after Makor's snide remark.. Calis speak in
the language of the Tel'Quessir (the Elven People) "always
the non-Tel'Quessir speak of haste and the need for action. If only they
would think before they act, many of the disasterous acts they have unleased
on the land and the creatures of the forest would have been avoided the
human need for speed will be the downfall of all Gahenna"
28
Raska begins to follow the black robed one out of
the inn
29
Jerec looks at the black robed stranger with a stare
which would freeze a running river. "You are right, we need to move
on. But listen to me....if you become part of this group to find the magic
rock then you need to work with the group. If ya don't then i'll kill ya
where ya stand!! We have no need for individuals, so button your
lip or lose your head!!" With that, he heads for the door and onward
to the rendezvous.
30
Raska stops in midstride and begins to say
something, then thinks better of it but thinks to herself HMMM,
31
"You say sumpin' Raska?" Timber asked as he walked
to the door. Not getting an answer he slowly walked to Black Stone
Inn.
Entering the inn Timber asked for a place to talk
with friends and he went into a large room where he waited for the others.
32
Calis follows Timber to the new inn.. once all have
arrived, he will order a bottle of Elven wine if the establishment has
one (otherwise a mug of Ale) and then addresses them all...
"Seeing as the King is the one offering the commission to find the Stone,
I assume there may be someone at the kings court whom we should contact
to see if they have any directions or information we might need. Unless
someone here has knowledge of the Stone, we may wish to visit a sage to
see if there is anything important we should know before searching out
,and should we find it, handling the stone. My skills may be useful in
getting us to wherever the Stone may be, but as far as knowing where to
look, I am currently at a loss. Other than the fact that the
Stone possesses great power that can do both good and evil depending on
the holder and that it has been lost for many many years , I have little
knowledge of its actual capabilities or what ill effects the stone may
possess
Do any of you have knowledge of the Stone ? ..Timber,
does the notice mention who to contact about accepting the commission from
the king ?
33
"I still think we need to know WHY the king is hiring
common people like us to find this stone, seems finding it would be a secretive
affair for his inner court only and he would not want just anyone out there
stirring up the countryside trying to find it" says Raska, "also I aggree
with Calis that we need to see someone on kings court before we start this
to answer some basic questions, Magical stones can do strange things if
one is not real careful about them"
34
Makor snickers as Jerec finishes his threat. "I
am simply stating that if we are to discuss what we are to do next and
plan out our actions, we should move to the other inn swiftly instead of
petting muts and listening to the pompous remarks of the elves." "Another
thing, do not threaten me Jerec, you may come to regret it. If you
wish me to button my lip, I will do so." A wry grin flashes across Makors
face and he then continous to the next inn.
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