passing by roalltt. cries of exertion. steel on steel. bark of an order and the sound of combat.
doesn't sound like a kerfuffle like when we first arrived. metered.
Guard training grounds. circle of spectators. see the occasional glint and swing of swords.
easy to find roallt she it TALL. as she parries and swings with her greatsword.
Vic catches glimpse of who she is sparring with. much shorter person. hard to see around the crowd.
here and there through the crowd, catch glimpse of a shorter heavier person with short hair.
vic askes about gambling.
searos doesn't agree with gambling
is this another place for paws to fight again? -kas
old stale pastry.
didn't we talk about this?
Let me know if you feel ill.
Vic and Kas try to scope out the tone of the crowd but have a hard time pinning it down. The crowd seems interested but kinda placid.
no money changing hands, no visible betting, just watching.
harvey has experience with town watch training and recognize this as that kind however the crowd is largely composed of guards as well mostly.
Maybe someone's honor is on the line? -vic
paws taps the first person she sees to ask what is going on?
older Elven person oh you must new, deary
her royal highness likes to come down and make a performance. it's probably the duke. It's mostly show anyway.
paws worms her way to the front grabbing Kas and creating a chain of friends.
sides shaved. longsword. gleaming breastplate that outlines her form. though she is short, she is pretty imposing and grinning as she is enjoying herself. Roalltt Too!
They spare for a few moments. Roallt manages to jumped to the side and trip the duke and hold her sword to the duke's throat.
The duke looks stunned and then a huge bellylaugh.
This is why I keep you around, you keep me on my toes. about the only one that can.
paws claps and manages to have a couple join her.
the duke waves it off.
as the crowd disperes and the duke and roaltt looks at us.
recognizes that we must be the investigators she 's heard about.
morren, duke of daggerford.
you must be coming from the tower?
did you actually find anything or are you just sticking on in the mud?
lots of books and silverware, fused skeleton and dangerous chandeliers.
thanks us for our help with the beast from the warehouse.
Adina was right, there was something
dinner together at the castle? local dignitaries.
attire??
castle on the hill. come at dinnertime.
Roaltt is left catching her breath.
That was gonna happen sooner or later. The fight or the dinner? both.
Roalltt will have us sent for. duke prefers a late meal. 1-2 hours after sunset. Will send someone to us.
immediatley hit with various reports by her staff.
kas is nervous. never been to an event like this. are there dancing?
Vic says they are boring. but the duke seems more interested in fighting than dancing.
Do we need a shower and new clothes?
harvey holds up the brush for kric and krak
Temple, shopping, regular dinner?
to the temple: a few people around. looks like they are reviewing a contract of some sort. Adena sees us and then pass off some things to her acoyltes and turns her attention to us.
Vic explains.
gross skeleton. did it want anything? did it say anything? adeena leads us back into the little anteroom from last time.
She very eagerly sits down with a quill and some parchment.
what was the nature of this thing?
skeltal. whatever it was , had been there for a while.
it fought you? did it resist? did it speak?
the first thing had no time to speak?
Kas says it was protecting the library. called it "mine"
Vic wonders if it was one of the heralds.
are you sure you ushered the light of lanthandar to these areas
searos helped with fire!
anything else?
books!!! vic needs help sending them back to his conclave.
some distance but good for the church to see its distance relatives. thank you for allowing us to forge that connection.
Vic is relieved for openness and not so restrictive.
anything you want to keep personally?
History of sundabar -vic
we kept a few other things that might be of interest. most of it was lineages and not much else.
to conclude the terms of the arrangement. acolyte brings in a chest. finely wrought that fine and frangrent wood. THUNK
promised coin.
mirrors around that reflect the sunlight. and/or lit with candles.
Vic- addeena, one more favor. you ever heard about things that look to you through mirrors, not you. just spooked about some stories.
we use mirrors such that we are able to bask in the light of lathandarr and have our light illumenated in his glory.
necormantic practices that involves calling spirits or calling demons and trapping them in mirrors.
mirrors can be benign like divination. window to another plane.
Vic askes for a tailor. short notice!
adeena can arrange for their tailor to help us! in the merchant quarter easily. Directions given.
tailor is close associate of the head of the merchant's guild. aurri Mellus.
they share a storefront. Luxury goods as well as leading the merchant guild. he will be able to direct us furthur.
Harvey sneaks out to check on the mules and supervise that only the books are being taken.
they struggle with the books. one of them trips and by accidently elbows krik. krik is unhappy. harvey goes right up to him, beak to nose "careful".
apologies. "lift with knees, no touch mule". Harvey smokes a joint on one of the carts.
after about 15 minutes, the books are emptied from our cart.
We didn't tell her about all the magical items?
Vic says those were ours to keep. they were part of the deal.
we might have killed a herald. maybe should have talk to it and give it better passage/
we should have talk to it. maybe for next time?
Paws says it was a skeleton fused to a chair. right creepy!
"says the cat who hung out with a dead girl"
that was different! Sure.... paws/kas hug.
1800g. merchant corner!! shopping!!
elaborate storefront. luxury good emporium. front window is stocked with nothing that anyone could conceiable need but those who have too much money and nothighn to do with it.
fine tableware. elaborate bolts of cloth. chest. figurines. no jewelry. elaborate suit of armor that is decorative.
the doors open. unguarded. no other patrons.met by aurri. human deeply tanned skin. goatee. thin dark hair in a ponytail. small gold hoop. deep forest green robe.
WELCOME
paws jumps at the clap in her distraction by the fabric.
looking for an upgrade to wear at formal events. whats the occasion?
paws have never been to wedding.
dinner with duke. adeena recommened you. friends in high places.
aurri has a flurried conversation with someone in back and returns with a halfling in tow. this is my associate Terry Knotwise. the finest haverdasher in all of daggerford. only finer in waterdeep. around 50, bags under his eyes, sandy hair. looks tired.
vestmants for the churcch? you don't looke like priests?
vic says he is. but it's dinner with the duke. what sthe timeline?
Vic say tomorrow. terry is UPSET. Aurri is sure it would be fine.
one by one takes all of our measurements. some off the rack stuff that could be modified.
the duke doesn't really go for high level of formalitly. down to eartth person. Aurri can tell you more. he knows her.
Aurri meets with her regularly.
overall look
Paws: red, warm tones. stone for inspiratioN! suit adjacent. stiff shoulders so she can still move around. something fun. pants! hole or flap for tail. hole. Harvey suggests chopping off tail. paws smacks harvey with tail. terry mentions how tail chopping is a thing with cat children. androgyny. RED
Vic makes a comment about only just meeting us.
shirt sleeves, a vest, if you got a gold silk lining. felxibilty in the shoulder. ion case of needed to hit. hasn't worn nice things in a while. something ultilitarian. pocket in vest for hankercheif.
Harvey: no red. stab proof. dark.
Seraos: the quiet one. nothing for searos! why, do you think you'd have anything that might suit me? Whatever you want.
I spent a lot of my time not wearing clothes at all. I'll give it some thought but will think about.
Kas cast greater resto bead. bags under his eyes reduce. he appreciates the energy boost!
thank you so much for your hard work.
purple and black. simple dress. a little shy.
whatever you want. floor length? sure!
tired but he is very compentant. thqat's it for today Aurri! That's it!!!
you are in excellant hands. anything else I can do for you?
anything that can impress the duke. not to give the duke.
we do look like good adventuers but anything that would be helpful if we had to hit the road today?
arms and armor? fnacy magic rings?
not here. more display pieces here. ornate globe. finely worked tapestreies. nothing by way of gear.
want to get a gift for the duke but also be better rpeapred for adventure. can you refer us?
vic is excited to be a part of an adventuring group and wants to be prepared.
Aurri says for the duke: persues his store and makes a show walking around and consider options. i would suggest, truly, to impress, you not going to find it here. she is a rather down to earth and straightforward person. you'd be better off finding an interesting wine or an obscure whiskey than a bauble. PLUM WINE!!!!
arms and armor: directs to the local places and blacksmiths and armorers.
Terri will be finished by midday tomrrow. return for a final fitting.
kas hangs back and looks for the finest, shiniest fine silverware while paws isn't looking.
paws was resisting the shiny because she didn't want to spend the party money.
something better than the ones in the window!
Aurri brings out a wrapped leather case about the size of his hand. travelers. maybe a something easily packed. softest buttery leather I've ever touched. slate blue color. bits of scroll work on the borders. lined with crushed velvet, blue. beautiful travel set. fork, knife, spoon, beautiful silver. handles have flower motifs and leaves. at the center of each flower is a little chunk or polished rosequartz.
how much? for friends of the duke, for friends of addena
75g. imediate purchase. tuck it in my dress and run after everyone.
Vic wants to see what kind of armor exists. and magical trinkets!
paws and harvey and searos went to Ashen tamoor and would remember that place.
vic finally has a little bit of money and is letting that get to his head. wants to replace his dinged up armor
city of daggerford has good quality armor and weapons but NON magical.
Vic wants some buffing and shining.
no problem. done by sundown today. Vic askes for a sunrise embellisment. the blacksmith is interested in this!
blacksmith does a sketch based on the temple of lanthadarr comment. he is pleased. mid day tomorrow now!
50g for engraving. cleaning free. Vic gives 45 now and will give 5 later.
Kas wants padded armor or just a little bit of extra padding. TALK TO BEN. anything non magic.
Paws brings the group to ashen tamoor.
the elf in front is still infront in the same position, reading the book.
we walk in. ashen recognizes paws! did you get my note that I left in the inn? offers us tea and biscuits?
my collegue in waterdeep was very interested in the opal. paws explains about the book that Kas founds but wants to hear what Ashen says first.
really, my collegue Kaharis should be the one to tell you. very established and talented alchemist and scholar who is coming to town soon. feels like he needs to address the matter with you personally. he seemed to have a theory as to what this was. rather convinced. it's all quite technically so he doesn't want to get anything wrong.
Is it related to the plane of fire?
certain it wasn't from the material plane.
Kas is happy that the book she found helped paws!
ashen is happy that paws invoved him in this!
Associate should be transporting himself through magical means after his dealings in waterdeep.
he usually dines with the duke so that's perfect timing.
more private setting for speaking but ashen will let him know where to find us.
Paws asks about Efreets. but ashen doesn't know. not in the habit of given opinions buit:
Keep sharp at dinner. dinners tend to be a mixed bag of very highs status people from both here and abroad. always a reason for an invitation. i'm sure the duke wants to show you off. and to show you are important people and that by associating with her, her too is important, clout. there is always an ulterior motive at these kinds of things.
be in contact after the dinner as long as everything goes okay!
paws will go outside, look at the elf and insight check it.
why does this person stay here? what is their purpose. FAILED check. they looked up at paws as she is just STARING at them and then go back to their book. Paws offers a spoon. I;ll be back if you need a silverware set. you have a lovely day. silent nod.
as paws is leaving, she is going to think about learning sign language!
Vic asked the party what was at the shop and decided it wasn't what he wanted.
getting close to dinnertime but not yet.
any riverside restuarants? -harvey
high end because we are flushed.
mostly inns and innfare. make a group investigation check for highend riverside dinner.
we have no idea what fine dining is. Searos does!
we are able to find the waterfront. situated just between where the dock district ends and an area near the duke castle. we can get a solid look at the castle. fortified private manor. stoutkeep. not a huge castle. as we go to the waterfront, we see a large glass window. inside is rows of tables with candles, white linens. fine dining atmosphere. maitre d. she is a human. blonde hair pulled back into a ponytail. very formely greets us. a towel on her arm. 5 for dinner?
we are running a fixe price menu today. 5 courses. wine is not included.
10g each. welcome in.
leads us to a large table. only a couple diners currently here.
Searos passive insight: BS detector. something is off. unsure.
Vic passive investigation: small smattering of people eating here seem like out of towners. maybe tourists.
the server gives us a wine list. bottle for the table? Vic says we need three! YES -searos
recommend something for us please. we are just visiting. goes and brings back several bottles for testing.
recs
we have a from corimir. White
we have zin from frozen forrests. turnback mountains
sparkling of course amnish proseco.
Do you have plum wine? _harvey NOPE>
paws askes for tea. foral rose tea.
5 courses:
1appetizer: incredibly biggest plate and smallest portion. little slice of raw fish. our finest sashimi. fresh delimbier cod caught just this morning. Paper thing on a tiny ball of rice.
paws who knows food really well, is this the freshest fish?
it goes down smoother than troll but has a mealy texture with it that suggests that it's been sitting on ice for a bit.
don't want to jump to conclusions but this cod is not the finest or fresh.
Vic was noticing the people in the room. Not locals. far north is that one. the accent from the other, not from here. this may be a tourist trap.
2soup course: pumpkin bisque. local gnomish gourd farms. probably about the size of a teacup full. garnished with green ruffage.
i heard pumpkins are good with cats.
searos nature check. could be imagining it but the herbal garnish tastes kinda like grass. Searos does not state that.
Vic calls the server to the side privatley. It's harvey's birthday, do you do anything special?
i can arrange for a special final course. no no, i want a music themed special. PERS 24 not our usual practice but perhaps for an enhanced gratuity?
that's interesting b/c that cod was a little mealy. are you sure it was freshest?
many customers have a palatte that needs to adjust to what the chef is making.
3entree: covered in individual potions? come on one per server for each dish. all set them down and open them up. tiny little cornish game hens marinated in herbs and spices from beyond the desert/
harvey says me birthday. me bird. big insult.
i'm so sorry sir. it is a fized menu
you put bird on menu, i put you on menu.
paws takes the food since it's already made.
the waitress says she will get somthing new.
harvey takes out daggers.
hushed frantic arugment in kitchen.
equally rdidilcuous small portion. full of grains and seed. chef's innovation. dry risotto.
this better, listen, we no pay anything.
the server is nervous and the maitre d. is there a problem?
we are guests of the duke tomorrow
please wait till the end. sorry you are not understanding the chefs vision.
we want a song!
4next course: little ramekins. cream brulee with moonsugar from moonshae islands. finest chulton vanilla. pillowy texture
several staffs come out and sing happy birthday. the other guests are getting into it. they send over a few extra bottles of wine.
19 hatch years! Paws tries to insight check
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Happy birthday harvey in auran.
Final course: thimble appertief. this is an incredbily rare herbal liquor that is brewed on a tiny island in the middle of the sea of star
Kas is a chef but also is about simple food. wait till the end to judge.
kas has been patient. sees through the BS
50g for food. 10each
3 bottles of wine.
150g total
vic. do you like the orientation of your nose.
paws asks for a business owner.
maitre d runs this establishment. owner lives in waterdeep.
paws asks for their name and the woner's name.
vyrr is maitre d. owners name.
charm person. as a chef myself. i'm so dissapointed, industry rate.
industry rate 40 gold updated price
the owners name too please. would love to speak about the food. BELLAS GENJOR. famed restaurantaur.
offer of us being wine business.
sorry for all the inconvience. I hope the industry rate is a token of our appreciation and hope you will tell your other friends about the waterfront and will tell them about your time here.
Harvey says no! you charged bird! me no pay. me fix bill. harvey crosses out the whole bill. bill fixed.
Paws offers to pay 0 but the gratituty is 40
whatever makes everyone leave happy or Alive (harvey)
we will not harm service industry people. we wouldn't harm Kas, right? (kas raises an eyebrow remembering the wings comment from right before her death)
paws pays the gratituy.
we complete the meal. and return to the inn.
Visit the basement? code to the teleportation circle? (prob gone)
confirm osveldt name can be used in front of the others.
PAWS silveware
get armor
Ned?