The Fall of House Pancrazio Chapter Three

Varrus the Ethical · Post by **Varrus the Ethical** » Mon Sep 28, 2009 6:41 pm

"Well, since we are down here, exploration may be the best option. However, if we decide to return upstairs, I may be able to provide some help examining what you have already collected."

ewancummins · Post by **ewancummins** » Mon Sep 28, 2009 6:44 pm

Varrus the Ethical wrote:"Well, since we are down here, exploration may be the best option. However, if we decide to return upstairs, I may be able to provide some help examining what you have already collected."

'' I suggest that we keep exploring. I'm curious as to just how extensive these tunnels really are- and what sort of connections exist to outside places. Of course, that's up to your brother- he's in charge of this little expedition of ours.''

Varrus the Ethical · Post by **Varrus the Ethical** » Mon Sep 28, 2009 6:47 pm

Turning to face Julian

"Well Elder Brother?

RocEter · Post by **RocEter** » Tue Sep 29, 2009 7:48 pm

Julian looks to his younger brother and nods.

"Yes I do believe we should continue to explore this area. As for the boy's Father, with out the knowledge of who the boy is, looking into our family history would only serve as a deterrence to our current goal."

Julian starts to walk down the chamber back to where it splits up "Let us check the tunnel with the stairwell." he says as he walking.

Varrus the Ethical · Post by **Varrus the Ethical** » Tue Sep 29, 2009 8:54 pm

"Alright Julian, I'll cover your back." Sebastain says as he takes up position behind his brother.

ewancummins · Post by **ewancummins** » Tue Sep 29, 2009 9:52 pm

Jullian Pancrazio wrote:Julian looks to his younger brother and nods.

"Yes I do believe we should continue to explore this area. As for the boy's Father, with out the knowledge of who the boy is, looking into our family history would only serve as a deterrence to our current goal."

Julian starts to walk down the chamber back to where it splits up "Let us check the tunnel with the stairwell." he says as he walking.

When Julian says the bit about not looking into the family history, Tristan shoots Harold a curious look. He makes sure he's on Julian's blind side, of course.

Rock of the Fraternity · Wed Sep 30, 2009 1:19 am

Harold just nods back, a frown creasing his forehead even as he starts to follow the Pancrazios. "Later," he mouths to Tristan, soundlessly.

ewancummins · Post by **ewancummins** » Wed Sep 30, 2009 10:35 am

Tristan gives a sharp little nod to Harold, then turns to follow his employer's nephews.

Varrus the Ethical · Post by **Varrus the Ethical** » Wed Sep 30, 2009 10:28 pm

Jullian Pancrazio wrote:Julian looks to his younger brother and nods.

"Yes I do believe we should continue to explore this area. As for the boy's Father, with out the knowledge of who the boy is, looking into our family history would only serve as a deterrence to our current goal."

Julian starts to walk down the chamber back to where it splits up "Let us check the tunnel with the stairwell." he says as he walking.

As Sebastien follows behind his elder brother, he says.

"It is true that we have no leads in regards to who this child-ghost is, but something must have happened in the boy's life that keeps him from resting. We should seek any avenue that may lead us clues as to why this ghost is haunting these tunnels, up to and including some research into our family's history. It may help us put this poor creature to rest."

Lord Skybolt · Post by **Lord Skybolt** » Fri Oct 02, 2009 12:49 am

Tahl follows the rest of the group covering the rear for the group ever alert for trouble as usual . Nodding at the words of Sebastian in agreement .

PathOfDreams · Post by **PathOfDreams** » Tue Oct 06, 2009 9:56 am

Goran clears his throat of the crud from the passages, then speaks low and deliberate to all in the vacinity. "Of the three of us who are of Pancrazio blood, none, to include myself, may begin to assert his will upon this house. We have all been absent for long periods and simply have no right or reason. We are here to do my father's bidding as he is now the patriarch of our line.... so, it matters not what we think but what we are charged with, and that at this moment we are to clear these tunnels and report to my father before the members of Borca's esteemed and their entourages have come to our fair steps, this must be understaood by all of us if we are to finish our duties in time."

Goran appears not to wait for replies, but dissolves to the rear of the column as his companions pass him by.

Griselda · Post by **Griselda** » Tue Oct 06, 2009 12:28 pm

Agna risks taking her eyes off the mist only in short dashes of time, scanning for her shawl or anything else possibly useful. Finally, she spies a small mass of faded black yarn nearby and strains to reach it with her free hand, the other being clamped down on a piece of carriage wood that's serving as an improvised weapon. Miraculously, the shawl has remained dry, and her first thought is to tuck it under Emilio's head in a small attempt to help. She watches for a long, tense minute for the mist to either behave like normal water vapor or give up its reason for its queer movement.

ewancummins · Post by **ewancummins** » Sat Oct 10, 2009 2:58 pm

Tristan takes a moment to examine the walls of the hall. He keeps his thoughts to himself, for now.

Older than Pancrazio Manor, or newer, or built at the same time as the house? Surely it couldn't have been constructed recently, or we'd all know about it. Hmmm...how old is the house above us, anyway? I'd better ask Harold about this stuff, after we get topside.

JMaytr · Post by **JMaytr** » Tue Oct 13, 2009 7:13 pm

IN THE TUNNELS-

As Tristan examines the walls he notices just how smooth they are- unnaturally smooth. (1)

The group heads off into the western passage, the one with the stairs. They soon notice the hall begins to slope downwards slightly and the air has a more earthy scent. After about five minutes of walking, the hall widens out and the workmanship of the hall becomes less skilled. The stone floor ends becoming dirt. The ground is soft and wet in places threatening to suck off less secure foot gear.

Ahead of the group, the hallway is cut off by a well worn and weak looking, rusted iron gate. Heavy chains wrap the bars closed fastened with a series of old large locks. (2)

ALONG THE ROAD TO VON ZYDEN-

Emilio smiles up at Agna as she places the yarn beneath his head. He blinks twice and then lets out one of his signature hacking coughs.

Looking back towards the creeping mist Agna feels a sudden sense of serenity, of peace. She feels no danger.

"Are you okay?" Emilio asks after his fit ends.

PANCRAZIO MANOR-

Tuke is approached by Gianna in the upstairs hallway before Magenta's dressing room. The halfling quickly notices that the older woman has changed into one of her daughters less modest dresses and has applied a healthy dose of exotic perfume from Pont a Museau. Strangely the scent causes the jesters stomach to growl with hunger, but then again most things did. Her make up is tasteful however and skillfully applied.

"Ah Tuke, I'm glad you are close. Now, without being too snide but still honest, tell me; how do I look? Saverio's grandson Sebastian has arrived and with the dinner tomorrow I want to look my best."

Gianna catches herself.

"Not that I care what Sebastian approves of, but with this much noble blood in the house I thought well...now go on! Tell me."

(1) spellcraft check
(2) spot checks and knowledge dungeonering.

Griselda · Post by **Griselda** » Tue Oct 13, 2009 11:16 pm

Agna covers her scrape, hoping Emilio has not seen it first. She makes a dismissive shake of the head. "Nothing worth mentioning. You're the one we need to worry about."

As the feeling of peace gently washes over her, Agna slowly releases her grip on the piece of carriage-wood and lets it drop beside her to the ground.

Café de Nuit

Welcome, friends, to our establishment.

The Fall of House Pancrazio Chapter Three