Realms of Dread IC, Chapter One

kintire · Post by **kintire** » Thu Mar 19, 2009 2:20 am

Shana pauses for a moment, looking slightly mischievous, smiles at Alain and then says

"Yes... of course. Not here, though, I think? Why don't we find a bar or somesuch where we can get a little privacy"

She then slips her arm through Alain's and heds out, having given a perfect impression of being picked up by the rakish Alain...

VAN · Post by **VAN** » Thu Mar 19, 2009 6:01 am

Inovidil listens carefully at Delthrin. When the man sits down again and seems a bit more relaxed, she turns to Rardi and says:

"Well, it seems we are wrong, Mr Delthrin has nothing to do with the headless body. Am I right Sir?"

At her last word she turns to face the necromancer requiring his answer actually.

Ken of Ghastria · Post by **Ken of Ghastria** » Thu Mar 19, 2009 8:57 am

Blaise waits for Delthrin's response to Inovidil, then he speaks up. "My apologies, sir, for not introducing myself earlier as my colleagues were speaking. Blaise Redman, at your service." He inclines his head briefly. "I'm a humble researcher of the arcane, and it's a privilege to meet someone like yourself, especially someone who has used his knowledge to help his city. As we both know, there are practitioners of the Art who do not behave as generously."

He motions toward the paintings on the wall. "Your work, sir? Or are these paintings the handiwork of a friend? They intrigue me."

Archedius · Post by **Archedius** » Thu Mar 19, 2009 9:22 am

As Archedius leaves, he asks the Doorman about Fortis.

BigBadQDaddy · Post by **BigBadQDaddy** » Thu Mar 19, 2009 12:43 pm

kintire wrote:Shana pauses for a moment, looking slightly mischievous, smiles at Alain and then says

"Yes... of course. Not here, though, I think? Why don't we find a bar or somesuch where we can get a little privacy"

She then slips her arm through Alain's and heds out, having given a perfect impression of being picked up by the rakish Alain...

Alain returns the smile, his nervousness melting away into an expression of thankfulness. With a bit more confidence in his step, he leads Shana out the door of the Palace of Celestial Delights.

ewancummins · Post by **ewancummins** » Thu Mar 19, 2009 7:25 pm

Blackpillars-

Delthrin smiles politely at Inovidil.

''I will make it plainer for you: I did not murder and behead any women in this last month, nor did I recover the body of any lover of mine from anyplace whatever. I have no certain knowledge of who or what might have killed any of the persons of which you speak. ''

To Blaise-

''I am pleased to make your acquaintance, Master Redman. The paintings were made by ...a child of mine. ''

ewancummins · Post by **ewancummins** » Thu Mar 19, 2009 7:42 pm

The Palace...

Archedius wrote:As Archedius leaves, he asks the Doorman about Fortis.

The doorman doesn't recognize the name Fortis, but he does remember seeing a gentleman matching the description. He hasn't seen that man in several days, or so he claims. He says-

''I dunno much about 'im. Just another customer.''

Archedius · Post by **Archedius** » Thu Mar 19, 2009 11:15 pm

Archedius bids the Doorman farewell and slinks off into the alleys, heading towards the agreed-upon inn. As he moves through the streets, he occasionally ducks into doorways and side streets to keep a low profile.

Ken of Ghastria · Post by **Ken of Ghastria** » Fri Mar 20, 2009 8:06 am

Blackpillars-

"Thank you, sir," says Blaise, taking one short sip of tea. "I know you've done much already, but can we count our your later aid in our investigation? I'm sure a mage of your experience has encountered many unusual things ... would you be willing to share with us any suspicions that come to mind about these acts?"

VAN · Post by **VAN** » Fri Mar 20, 2009 9:07 am

Inovidil thinks for a moment Delthrin's answer, the man was very clever and she doubt they could make him admit anything. So she says with a smile:

"Thank you very much sir, I was sure that we could count on your sincerity."

ewancummins · Post by **ewancummins** » Fri Mar 20, 2009 7:12 pm

Ken of Ghastria wrote:Blackpillars-

"Thank you, sir," says Blaise, taking one short sip of tea. "I know you've done much already, but can we count our your later aid in our investigation? I'm sure a mage of your experience has encountered many unusual things ... would you be willing to share with us any suspicions that come to mind about these acts?"

''Yes, I'll help you as I may. As for my suspicions....well, one of the bodies I saw...'

A flicker of emotion flashes across Delthrin's face, but he quickly regains his stoic demeanour. He continues,

''She was decapitated with a single swift stroke. Were the others you mentioned the same, I wonder? Even a skilled headsman, hale and strong, often takes more than one swing to do the job. This stroke was prefect, I'm sure of it. This raises in my mind the possibility we are dealing with someone posssessed of tremendous strength, or possibly equipped with an enchanted, or at least masterfully crafted, blade. This is purely speculative, of course.''

Inovidil thinks for a moment Delthrin's answer, the man was very clever and she doubt they could make him admit anything. So she says with a smile:

"Thank you very much sir, I was sure that we could count on your sincerity."

Delthrin nods politely in response to Ino's comment.

He drains his cup of tea, and stands to straighten his robes.

''I do hope you will excuse me, but I am afraid I have pressing business. My work, you understand. You may call upon me again latter , if you like. I suggest sending a messenger ahead, so that I'll be forewarned of your coming and may prepare for you a more suitable reception than this has been.''

VAN · Post by **VAN** » Fri Mar 20, 2009 8:06 pm

Inovidil stands as well and says:

"Thank you again for your time and help sir."

Looking her companions she says:

"I think it's time to leave as well."

ewancummins · Post by **ewancummins** » Fri Mar 20, 2009 8:10 pm

The Old Shell-

It is early evening, the sky beginning to take on the character of dusk, as the party regroups in the common room of the Old Shell. The Shell isn't crowded this quiet evening- just the usual boarders and a handful of locals in for supper. Jamethon Moorkroft is already there, sitting beside the low fire in the great stone hearth, reading a book.

BigBadQDaddy · Post by **BigBadQDaddy** » Fri Mar 20, 2009 8:25 pm

Alain, seeing Jamethon by the fire, moves to join him.

"Good Morning Jamethon. I trust you did not sleep well?" He snickers slightly at his own poor attempt at a joke. "That's one thing I haven't had since...hm. Well, it's been a long time." Alain reflect quietly for a moment, before signaling a server.
"Some bread and a mug of mulled wine please." He turns his attention back to Jamethon. "What is that you are reading?"

ewancummins · Post by **ewancummins** » Fri Mar 20, 2009 11:17 pm

BigBadQDaddy wrote:Alain, seeing Jamethon by the fire, moves to join him.

"Good Morning Jamethon. I trust you did not sleep well?" He snickers slightly at his own poor attempt at a joke. "That's one thing I haven't had since...hm. Well, it's been a long time." Alain reflect quietly for a moment, before signaling a server.
"Some bread and a mug of mulled wine please." He turns his attention back to Jamethon. "What is that you are reading?"

Jamethon doesn't laugh at Alain's joke, but neither does he display any obvious sign of annoyance. He merely shrugs and mutters-
''It isn't morning, you know.''

When asked about his book, he marks his place with a ribbon and and hands the book to Alain. The title is written on the spine in black ink, which sets off well against the yellowish leather of the binding. It reads:

Anaster's History of Damara Vol IX

Café de Nuit

Welcome, friends, to our establishment.

Realms of Dread IC, Chapter One