Realms of Dread, Chapter Four

[BigBadQDaddy]

He applauds loudly. "Bravo! Marvelous!" Then he says to Alain, "And that show was fairly entertaining as well." He nods his head in the direction of Breana's shapely derriere as she departs the inn. "Aren't you happy to be in charge of this? Would you like me to follow up with her regarding the investigation tonight? She can cast a spell to detect undead, which obviously could be handy." He glances over at Shana. "I could bring Shana with me to the warehouse area as well -- she's better at negotiating the social situations we might encounter there."

"Unfortunately it seems as if leadership is an acquired taste. It comes off a bit sour and leaves my head spinning and stomach upset. If you think it is necessary to follow up with Breana, be my guest. If you want to have a look in the warehouse district with Shana as well, feel free. It couldn't hurt. I on the other hand, am going to try and find that young girl, Mara. She may have some information on Humber. "

[Lord Skybolt]

Threan keeps his thoughts to himself as he reserves judgment about some one with out more available information . And actions speak loud than words to him most of the time . Shana seems to only base her actions on what some one does . But not on why they do those things .

[ewancummins]

''Alain, I suggest sending me, Ino, and Ironheart along with the warehouse district team. Threan and his brother ought to come along if they are willing. Their talents will no doubt be very useful. If there are undead nesting somewhere in the district, then the team there may face a nasty fight with the monsters. We don't know how many of the evil things survived the fires, or have been created since that time. The last time three members of the team went into a dangerous situation without backup...''


He pauses a moment, shakes his head, then continues-

''Of course, I cannot say as I like the idea of our leader roaming about the streets on his own, with no back up for himself. What if something happens to you? Maybe one of us should go with you?''

[Lord Skybolt]

"Glim and I will certainly help with the missing children case especially since undead seem to be involved ."Threan speaking up for the brothers .

[kintire]

Shana heads back to the table after the performance is concluded, glancing aacross Threan with a blank expression, and looking a little curiously at the Gnome stranger. Catching Moorkroft's last words she frowns slightly at Alain

"I think it's most unwise for you to go out on your own... especially after what happened to you before. Why don't you take Master Moorkroft with you? He's built up a network of contacts in the city: he might be a lot of help if this Mara gives you some leads to follow up."

[BigBadQDaddy]

Alain takes in everyone's suggestions and replies, "I am not going to hold anyone to come with me. In all honesty, the more people investigating the warehouse district the better. If anyone would like to go with me they are more then welcome to.
"If something were to happen to me while out on my own it would be a blessing. It would relieve me of this awful rank I have been assigned." He says the last bit hiding a slight smile behind his wine glass as he lifts it to take a drink.

[ewancummins]

'' This search party will be moving, at night, into what may be a nest of undead. No, Shana, while it is possible that I could help the lieutenant by employing my contacts, my place as sergeant is with the men. Now- if you will all excuse me for a few minutes...''

Jamethon gets up and leaves through the front door. A few minutes later, he returns.


''She's gone.''

Jamethon looks over at his wine-sipping commander, opens his mouth without a word and closes it, then starts over-

''Lieutenant Guischard, sir, I will take our team into the warehouse district and commence a proper search for the missing children and their kidnappers. Do you have any additional orders for us, sir?''

[kintire]

"Very well. I will go with Alain, if no one else cares to. I'm not at my best against undead... and I don't care to associate with vermin. I can't imagine why you are tolerating it, much less going into danger with it, and its a sheer folly I would rather not share if I can be of use elsewhere."

[BigBadQDaddy]

When Jamethon asks Alain for further orders, the bard shakes his head. "No, no orders. Follow your instincts, and best of luck."

"Very well. I will go with Alain, if no one else cares to. I'm not at my best against undead... and I don't care to associate with vermin. I can't imagine why you are tolerating it, much less going into danger with it, and its a sheer folly I would rather not share if I can be of use elsewhere."

"Very well. And just so we are understanding each other, Shana, I do not tolerate the use of necromancy. Unfortunately the people who govern this land do and unless we want to end up wanted like Rardi or worse, we need to learn real quick to not step on the wrong toes."

[ewancummins]

Moorkroft quietly approaches Shana. In a low voice, he asks-

''Shana, would you mind speaking privately, now? It is important.''

[ewancummins]

While the party has been quietly [for the most part...] discussing a plan of action, the rest of the Old Shell has been busy with the usual nightly business of eating, drinking, talking, etc.

[VAN]

Inovidil makes no comment on Breana's words. She has said loud what she believed and she wasn't actually judging the priest she is just keeping an eye at her.

When Jamethon says who should go back to warehouse Ino nods in agreement.

"I'll be happy to join you, my spells are effective against undead."

When Shana talks about Threen the evoker frowns.

"Shana, I know that you have some issues with Threen, but believe me he and his brother have helped me a lot. Glimzine healed me when I was in cell, took care of my spellbook and Threen found someone that wanted an enchanted cloak so I could get the money I needed to get my spellbook and gear back and they presented me an illusionist that can give me back I spell I have lost."

Inovidil smiles at the gnome and continues:

"With a few words I owe them a lot."

[kintire]

Shana glances emotionlessly at Ino.

"He approves of necromancy and diabolism. that isn't 'some issues' that's 'fundamentally opposed to everything I stand for'. His trechery is just the icing on the cake. And if he's been ingratiating himself with you, be very careful. there is a price tag to dealing with allies of the Nine hells, even if they seem fair at first."

[VAN]

Inovidil sighs.

"I think I cannot change your mind with whatever I say. I don't forget how you also offered to do shows to help me with the money. All of you guys were great with me, Blaise wanted to sell his bracers for me. We are a good group, we care for each other and we work well together. I don't want that to change. I trust Threen and his brother and consider you Shana a friend too so for now on I'll stay out of your discussion. I have said my two cents about Threen and Glimzine, just hope with time your feelings change towards them."

[ewancummins]

Jamethon turns to Shana and says, very softly so that his voice does not carry to the civilians across the common room-

''I pray that those children don't die because we didn't have you with us when we needed you. I don't know if I could forgive you for that. I don't know if you'd be able to forgive yourself.''

Turning his back on the sorceress, he announces in a louder tone-

''Alright , team, those little ones are counting on us to save them, and I'd rather die than fail them! Get your gear and be ready for a quick inspection outside in five minutes. After that, we begin the search in earnest.''