Van is really surprised with Deselnora's manners and how the first thing she did once in house was eating!
The wizard was still distracted by the drow and missed Lucius introduction at their issue. But soon gets his attention back to Balfour and said:
"Thank you for being our benefactor Master Bafour, your help was very welcome. But please before departing for our new mission I'd like to craft a new amulet for my friend Lucius here. We already have the appropriate spell but I know I need more magical ingredients to craft such an item. May you help me telling me what I need and where I can get them? With the new amulet I'm sure Lucius will be more safe and we will have better chances to accomplish our task. "
Kartakass: Interlude in Martira Bay
Same day
Weathermay residence
"Well, William. Have you any particular interest."
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De Casteeles residence
"Well, Master Van. You might start by thinking of an area to create this item. It all depends on what you wish to create, really. The more powerful the item, the longer it takes. As well, no matter what you create, the item always takes a bit of your essence with it, so to speak. This makes it all the more meaningful, especially if you create it for someone else. Special, really. Just think of an item you may have seen recently.
The ingredients all depend on what you plan to create, really. Of course you need the spell. Then the actual item you plan to imbue the magic into. Once you have that down, as you begin working on the item, I can't explain it. You will just know what you need as you go along. It can be rather costly at times if the item is powerful enough. That's most of whT I can tell you about creating items, Van."
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Jacob's residence
The door opens to reveal Jacob in his human guise. "Ah, Cornelius. What a surprise. Come in. You like you are on a mission in search of information, to be honest."
The dark elf leads Cornelius into his home and leads him to the library. Cornelius can't believe how many books are here! How did Jacob come ot have so many books?
Weathermay residence
"Well, William. Have you any particular interest."
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De Casteeles residence
"Well, Master Van. You might start by thinking of an area to create this item. It all depends on what you wish to create, really. The more powerful the item, the longer it takes. As well, no matter what you create, the item always takes a bit of your essence with it, so to speak. This makes it all the more meaningful, especially if you create it for someone else. Special, really. Just think of an item you may have seen recently.
The ingredients all depend on what you plan to create, really. Of course you need the spell. Then the actual item you plan to imbue the magic into. Once you have that down, as you begin working on the item, I can't explain it. You will just know what you need as you go along. It can be rather costly at times if the item is powerful enough. That's most of whT I can tell you about creating items, Van."
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Jacob's residence
The door opens to reveal Jacob in his human guise. "Ah, Cornelius. What a surprise. Come in. You like you are on a mission in search of information, to be honest."
The dark elf leads Cornelius into his home and leads him to the library. Cornelius can't believe how many books are here! How did Jacob come ot have so many books?
Van listens carefully at Balfour and nods his head a couple of times.
"I want to create an amulet for my friend Lucius. I already have a laboratory in my house so I think with the place I'm ok. Also, we have the spell suppress lycanthropy, this is the one I'd like to put in. Do you know how much money, essence and time will need to craft this amulet?"
"I want to create an amulet for my friend Lucius. I already have a laboratory in my house so I think with the place I'm ok. Also, we have the spell suppress lycanthropy, this is the one I'd like to put in. Do you know how much money, essence and time will need to craft this amulet?"
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"Well..." William begins and takes a long pause in which he continues after clearing his throat. "Mostly what I am lookin' fer is education on the evils that afflict man directly. Things such as Lycanthropy, Vampirism, Undeath and the like. But more than that I want to know what is out there and what danger it imposes on those who can't defend themselves."
He takes a moment or two considering his own words. "Perhaps even some formal knowledge in psychology or of how mass insanity can occur. As with what happened aboard the Sea Spirit all those years ago."
He takes a moment or two considering his own words. "Perhaps even some formal knowledge in psychology or of how mass insanity can occur. As with what happened aboard the Sea Spirit all those years ago."
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''Yes. I am researching the 'healing hands'', the relic. The university library hasn't anything left for me on this subject.....but I notice that you've quite the collection...''
Cornelius eyes Jacob's library with a keen interest akin to gold-fever.
Cornelius eyes Jacob's library with a keen interest akin to gold-fever.
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De Casteeles residence
Balfour listens to Van's question. Once the young man is done he refelcts on his experiences and formulates a response. "Well, I won't lie to you. I am almost positive that given your present level of the arcane you would right now have use up most of your essence to create the item in question.
As for money I would have to say most probably over 2,500 gold and close to 3,000. The time required to create it, uninterrupted would take you over two months and ten days, Van. This is a powerful item. I am not trying to deter you from creating it. Merely I am telling you how difficult it is to create such an item."
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Weathermay safehouse
Gennifer waits until William is done. He has honorable ambitions and attainable. Where to start, where to start... hmmm... ok ... here.
Turning to William she replies "To be honest I would have to say that Lycanthroy does affect humanity, the other two are not so easily, well natural, so to speak. Vampirism and Undeath are nothing natural and not as easily transferred to a human or other race.
Lycanthropy is easily transferred by a simple scratch, to begin with. Vampirism takes a lot more effort on the part of a Vampire. As for Undeath, besides the vampirism, most are created by a spell, ritual or by the same undead. It is not that cut and dry as Lycanthropy, William. This is what I know from actual research in the field, speaking with other hunters with actual encounters and reading books by Van Richten."
She pauses, thinking about the Sea Sprite mention and mass insanity. This brought up a subject she was just beginning to understand herself. Too bad the good Doctor wasn't here. He would know how to explain what ashe wished to get across to William next.
Looking at William, she has an unsure look upon her face as she answers his question about the Sea Sprite. "William, I don't have a lot of experience in this area. I have been made aware of the Sea Sprite but I can't really help you here. I am just beginning to learn myself of some strange goings on in the lands, to be honest. Occurences unexplianed all over the core of our lands. A more experienced hunter or scholar on such a subject could help you more. I can tell you this, though. Jusdgin by what I have heard of the Sea Sprite, I would have to say that I am 99% positive that this mass insanity is due to some strange occurence or power in the lands."
Taking a deep breath, she takes a seat, running her hand through her hair and relaxing.
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Jacob's residence
"Hmm. I understand, Cornelius. Too bad you couldn't find anything at the library. I see you looking at my library and if you want to, you can take all the time you wish to research here. There is a ladder on some type of rollers over there which you can use to get to the books you can't reach."
Just then, the young Vassili walks in and walks over to both of them. "Ah, helllo Cornelius! I am glad to see you. Are you here to look at all of these books? There sure are a lot, if you ask me. I found one on my mother and na-na's people I am reading. If it's ok with you, I will go read now. I don't want to be rude with you, you're a nice man."
The young lad moves over to a table and opens a book and begins reading.
Balfour listens to Van's question. Once the young man is done he refelcts on his experiences and formulates a response. "Well, I won't lie to you. I am almost positive that given your present level of the arcane you would right now have use up most of your essence to create the item in question.
As for money I would have to say most probably over 2,500 gold and close to 3,000. The time required to create it, uninterrupted would take you over two months and ten days, Van. This is a powerful item. I am not trying to deter you from creating it. Merely I am telling you how difficult it is to create such an item."
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Weathermay safehouse
Gennifer waits until William is done. He has honorable ambitions and attainable. Where to start, where to start... hmmm... ok ... here.
Turning to William she replies "To be honest I would have to say that Lycanthroy does affect humanity, the other two are not so easily, well natural, so to speak. Vampirism and Undeath are nothing natural and not as easily transferred to a human or other race.
Lycanthropy is easily transferred by a simple scratch, to begin with. Vampirism takes a lot more effort on the part of a Vampire. As for Undeath, besides the vampirism, most are created by a spell, ritual or by the same undead. It is not that cut and dry as Lycanthropy, William. This is what I know from actual research in the field, speaking with other hunters with actual encounters and reading books by Van Richten."
She pauses, thinking about the Sea Sprite mention and mass insanity. This brought up a subject she was just beginning to understand herself. Too bad the good Doctor wasn't here. He would know how to explain what ashe wished to get across to William next.
Looking at William, she has an unsure look upon her face as she answers his question about the Sea Sprite. "William, I don't have a lot of experience in this area. I have been made aware of the Sea Sprite but I can't really help you here. I am just beginning to learn myself of some strange goings on in the lands, to be honest. Occurences unexplianed all over the core of our lands. A more experienced hunter or scholar on such a subject could help you more. I can tell you this, though. Jusdgin by what I have heard of the Sea Sprite, I would have to say that I am 99% positive that this mass insanity is due to some strange occurence or power in the lands."
Taking a deep breath, she takes a seat, running her hand through her hair and relaxing.
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Jacob's residence
"Hmm. I understand, Cornelius. Too bad you couldn't find anything at the library. I see you looking at my library and if you want to, you can take all the time you wish to research here. There is a ladder on some type of rollers over there which you can use to get to the books you can't reach."
Just then, the young Vassili walks in and walks over to both of them. "Ah, helllo Cornelius! I am glad to see you. Are you here to look at all of these books? There sure are a lot, if you ask me. I found one on my mother and na-na's people I am reading. If it's ok with you, I will go read now. I don't want to be rude with you, you're a nice man."
The young lad moves over to a table and opens a book and begins reading.
Van gasps as he listens Balfour. With sad face he murmurs to himself.
"Two months and ten days...and cannot even start now..."
Turning to Lucius he says:
"I'm afraid you have to wait my friend. I'll craft the amulet for you, just later I guess after our next mission. Hope to have been able to do it then."
"Two months and ten days...and cannot even start now..."
Turning to Lucius he says:
"I'm afraid you have to wait my friend. I'll craft the amulet for you, just later I guess after our next mission. Hope to have been able to do it then."
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Lucius is a bit crestfallen as he hears Balfour's words, then he turns to Van and says.
"Never mind, Van... I couldn't pay you either. And I trust Balfour won't mind if I borrow this amulet a little longer.
As it is, there is indeed something else I had to tell you... and it's appropriate that you, Van, are the first to know. I've been feeling a need of change since I Jacob said he would leave us. I've been thinking a lot, and looking at you Van, and Cornelius, always eager to learn new magic, I came to understand I'm not like you. I don't feel the pull anymore, I feel like I'm turning more into a priest. And now that Jacob has left, that it really falls on me to care for you all.
So, I'm going to change. These weeks we have here in Martira Bay, I'll use them to requip myself anew, and to practice fighting hard. This means I'll no longer be a good arcane caster for the group, and as a fighter/priest, I will be a lot more exposed, but I also hope to contribute more to our safety. But to stay alive myself, I'll have to spend a good deal on a good armour and knowledge. I wouldn't be able to pay you now, Van. You are a very close friend, but I can not tax you more that what is fair. I thank you wholeheartedly for all you proposed to do for me, and I hope to be able to pay you back in the future."
Then he turns to Balfour and says
"Indeed, dear sir, I came here mostly because I'm searching for knowledge, as I already mentioned. I told you that I want to know of the dangers of the land, but there is something else. I got these notes here that were given to me by a priest of Ezra, a specialist in lycanthropy. They speak of a definitive cure in Barovia... I was wondering, if you could eventually lend me any assistance in going there... perhaps after we finish our business with the order."
"Never mind, Van... I couldn't pay you either. And I trust Balfour won't mind if I borrow this amulet a little longer.
As it is, there is indeed something else I had to tell you... and it's appropriate that you, Van, are the first to know. I've been feeling a need of change since I Jacob said he would leave us. I've been thinking a lot, and looking at you Van, and Cornelius, always eager to learn new magic, I came to understand I'm not like you. I don't feel the pull anymore, I feel like I'm turning more into a priest. And now that Jacob has left, that it really falls on me to care for you all.
So, I'm going to change. These weeks we have here in Martira Bay, I'll use them to requip myself anew, and to practice fighting hard. This means I'll no longer be a good arcane caster for the group, and as a fighter/priest, I will be a lot more exposed, but I also hope to contribute more to our safety. But to stay alive myself, I'll have to spend a good deal on a good armour and knowledge. I wouldn't be able to pay you now, Van. You are a very close friend, but I can not tax you more that what is fair. I thank you wholeheartedly for all you proposed to do for me, and I hope to be able to pay you back in the future."
Then he turns to Balfour and says
"Indeed, dear sir, I came here mostly because I'm searching for knowledge, as I already mentioned. I told you that I want to know of the dangers of the land, but there is something else. I got these notes here that were given to me by a priest of Ezra, a specialist in lycanthropy. They speak of a definitive cure in Barovia... I was wondering, if you could eventually lend me any assistance in going there... perhaps after we finish our business with the order."
Zumba d'Oxossi (A Stitch in Souragne)
Brother Eustace (The Devil's Dreams)
Robert de Moureaux (A New Barovia)
Brother Eustace (The Devil's Dreams)
Robert de Moureaux (A New Barovia)
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Jacob's house-
Cornelius acknowledges the boy with a cheerful grunt.
''Huummph, that's a good lad.''
He then turns to the stacks and begins searching. He looks for books about the Morninglord and about Barovia [especially Kreszk].
Cornelius acknowledges the boy with a cheerful grunt.
''Huummph, that's a good lad.''
He then turns to the stacks and begins searching. He looks for books about the Morninglord and about Barovia [especially Kreszk].
Delight is to him- a far, far upward, and inward delight- who against the proud gods and commodores of this earth, ever stands forth his own inexorable self.
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Meanwhile...
Deari found herself somewhat tired but, with the day nearing the half day hour she was once more by herself. Lucius mother had been quite busy and she wondered if she often worked in the museum at such a pace. She thought about going to get Hobert but she now had other ideas and he would be fine with his two bones at the manor.
She walked about the streets after buying some food stuffs, and a blanket but with little idea where exactly to wait for Lucius. Still she wandered near the park and thought on what she was going to say to him when they did speak.
She might have to tell him tonight... The walk last night almost demanded it and she hoped he would understand.
She sat at the edge of the park for a moment to rest and watch the people pass by...
Deari found herself somewhat tired but, with the day nearing the half day hour she was once more by herself. Lucius mother had been quite busy and she wondered if she often worked in the museum at such a pace. She thought about going to get Hobert but she now had other ideas and he would be fine with his two bones at the manor.
She walked about the streets after buying some food stuffs, and a blanket but with little idea where exactly to wait for Lucius. Still she wandered near the park and thought on what she was going to say to him when they did speak.
She might have to tell him tonight... The walk last night almost demanded it and she hoped he would understand.
She sat at the edge of the park for a moment to rest and watch the people pass by...
Jacob's residence
Cornelius, after hours of search, finds a tome on Krezk and the Temple of the Morninglord! Excited by his find, he sits and merely stares at the book. Opening it carefully, he begins scanning the ancient pages. It is an ancient tome to be certain. Inside Cornelius finds the exact same information he has heard before from Lucius' pages except for one rather large difference. The mention of one Dr Rudolph Van Richten and the fact that these hands have cured one person while he was in Krezk!
Cornelius sits back and is amazed by what he has just read!
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Martira bay
Center of the city, park
Afternoon
As Deari sits and contemplates what she will tell Lucius, a shadow appears in her vision. Looking up, she spies Delsenora approaching her. The dark elf is hooded but looking around and appears to be observing eveything she can as she moves to wards Deari's position, almost as if she is looking out for Deari more than herself. Catching her eye, she moves her hand ever so slightly at Deari to acknowledge her and casually sits next to the half elf.
"Nice day, today, is it not, miss?" and the rest she says in a low voice so only Deari can hear "You are alone, yet some pay more attention to you than they should, Deari. Tis I, Jacob's daughter, Del. Keep your eye forward and act casual. I knew your party was gathering fame, but some are taking an interest in you and I think it best you should know. These are seedy characters who mean no good. If you understand, nod once and tell me the day is fantastic."
Cornelius, after hours of search, finds a tome on Krezk and the Temple of the Morninglord! Excited by his find, he sits and merely stares at the book. Opening it carefully, he begins scanning the ancient pages. It is an ancient tome to be certain. Inside Cornelius finds the exact same information he has heard before from Lucius' pages except for one rather large difference. The mention of one Dr Rudolph Van Richten and the fact that these hands have cured one person while he was in Krezk!
Cornelius sits back and is amazed by what he has just read!
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Martira bay
Center of the city, park
Afternoon
As Deari sits and contemplates what she will tell Lucius, a shadow appears in her vision. Looking up, she spies Delsenora approaching her. The dark elf is hooded but looking around and appears to be observing eveything she can as she moves to wards Deari's position, almost as if she is looking out for Deari more than herself. Catching her eye, she moves her hand ever so slightly at Deari to acknowledge her and casually sits next to the half elf.
"Nice day, today, is it not, miss?" and the rest she says in a low voice so only Deari can hear "You are alone, yet some pay more attention to you than they should, Deari. Tis I, Jacob's daughter, Del. Keep your eye forward and act casual. I knew your party was gathering fame, but some are taking an interest in you and I think it best you should know. These are seedy characters who mean no good. If you understand, nod once and tell me the day is fantastic."
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"Don't worry miss, I don't expect all the answers. What I want is to learn the methods by which I can make a difference." He tries to give her a comforting smile.
He had never expected her to know what happened that day. He just wanted to know if it was possible to find out what may have occurred. She was right though. Something malevolent was at work that day. He just had to figure out what.
"Listen, you wouldn't happen to have a kettle to put on would ya? I gave up the spirits not too long ago and I now find my comforts in tea." He stands up. "If you could just point the way it wouldn't be a problem."
Assuming she does so, William goes into the kitchen to put the kettle on. Once the tea is ready he asks if she would like a cup.
Finding himself back in the study with the tea and he takes a seat. "You know, what ya mentioned earlier, that bit about Lycanthropy bein' natural and such afflictions as Vampirism not being such a natural case, That is the kind of knowledge I am lookin' fer. I was very fortunate to come across yerself and yer sister and that uncle of yers, George. I just want to say thanks fer agreein' to take the time to teach me." He smiles and takes a sip from his tea.
"So, I need to ask...What is it that makes Vampirism an unnatural occurance? From the wee bit I understand it is transfered from a bite. Is that not what a were beast does as well?"
"Don't worry miss, I don't expect all the answers. What I want is to learn the methods by which I can make a difference." He tries to give her a comforting smile.
He had never expected her to know what happened that day. He just wanted to know if it was possible to find out what may have occurred. She was right though. Something malevolent was at work that day. He just had to figure out what.
"Listen, you wouldn't happen to have a kettle to put on would ya? I gave up the spirits not too long ago and I now find my comforts in tea." He stands up. "If you could just point the way it wouldn't be a problem."
Assuming she does so, William goes into the kitchen to put the kettle on. Once the tea is ready he asks if she would like a cup.
Finding himself back in the study with the tea and he takes a seat. "You know, what ya mentioned earlier, that bit about Lycanthropy bein' natural and such afflictions as Vampirism not being such a natural case, That is the kind of knowledge I am lookin' fer. I was very fortunate to come across yerself and yer sister and that uncle of yers, George. I just want to say thanks fer agreein' to take the time to teach me." He smiles and takes a sip from his tea.
"So, I need to ask...What is it that makes Vampirism an unnatural occurance? From the wee bit I understand it is transfered from a bite. Is that not what a were beast does as well?"
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Delsenora's appearence and demenor carry great weight especially after the words spoken to her in hushed tones. Deari's head nods lightly and she has little change in her demenor but to add a slight smile. "The day is fantastic!"
She keeps her eyes at neutral positions and tries not to look around at the people around her to spot these curious parties Del mentioned. Still while she holds her body at bay her mind is a whirl at what was implied. Her thoughts play out internally even as she seems pleasant in her outward appearence.
Why would any one be interested in me? Surely the others would have more in the way of enemies or even such contacts, but I have never been here... Unless perhaps...
With another smile and a cheerful tone, she speaks up, "Would you like one Miss?" but then she silently adds... "Del... With a nod and a yes if it is so, are they following the others as well?" Deari's voice is quite low and tries to cover her lip movements by pretending to be offering Del an apple and taking a bite of another...
She keeps her eyes at neutral positions and tries not to look around at the people around her to spot these curious parties Del mentioned. Still while she holds her body at bay her mind is a whirl at what was implied. Her thoughts play out internally even as she seems pleasant in her outward appearence.
Why would any one be interested in me? Surely the others would have more in the way of enemies or even such contacts, but I have never been here... Unless perhaps...
With another smile and a cheerful tone, she speaks up, "Would you like one Miss?" but then she silently adds... "Del... With a nod and a yes if it is so, are they following the others as well?" Deari's voice is quite low and tries to cover her lip movements by pretending to be offering Del an apple and taking a bite of another...