Author Topic: Bidwick journal entry (Read 1224 times)

Vyris · « **on:** January 17, 2005, 07:31:00 PM »

I've met an associate... at least I've seemed to come to an agreement with a lass named Kitty, we've been out around the countryside a couple of times, I thought that she was a little.. rogue-ish at first meeting, but it turns out she's got a spritual side to her as well, hard to say where thats going... My amorous tendancies have definately led me astray before, so foremost in my mind must be to assess my new situation here and garner any allies I can. Kitty seems to be an ally, and one is better than none... even if we both have absolutely no idea whats happening around us...

Later...

Kitty and I talked with a ?wizard? who introduced himself as ozymandius? I think, he said for us to call him "ozy" and thats a bit less of a mouthfull. He was absolutely fascinating, he had a lot of usefull information, and aside from a particularly disturbing habit of coughing up blood... he seemed rather normal... which is more than I can say about some of the other denizens of Hlint that I've encountered...

Kitty revealed some of her motivations while speaking to Ozy earlier, I wish I had been able to pay more attention, I was trying to assimilate a lot of the information we'd been told and cook a meal at once, seems Kitty may be searching for some spiritual guidance... ah well, as long as she doesn't start trying to convert me to some blasted religion I care little, and she's handy to have around in a fight... and pleasant company besides.

more later I think, time to clean the armor and sharpen the weapons...

Vyris · « **Reply #1 on:** January 18, 2005, 07:18:00 AM »

Anther venture out into the wilds....

met 2 giants today... I don't know why this suprises me so much, I was just talking to a dragon a few days ago... whats a couple of giants into the mix... Lark appears to be a bard, although her lung capacity and the sheer volume of her song make for a rather uncomfortable listening experience. Her companions name was Duur... from what I gathered he was looking for a bow.. why he didn't just hurl boulders instead I don't know.

I ventured into the goblin cave with Kitty and two brothers named Barwyn and Rofwyn (?) I think thier names were, I was witness to and even the recipient of some very nice combat magic, being the least experienced of the band I probably took some risks that I didn't need to, but I didn't want anyone to see me as a liability. On the way out of the the mine we had a little run-in with some Mistone guards and exchanged some words, the brothers were steadfast... I think they will be a pair to seek out in the future, I know one of them was a paladin of Roferien... I think... gaaah... I shoulda paid more attention to the panthenon of Gods when I was growing up.

I also met a man named Talan, who I bought a necklace from, his claim was that it would help protect me from fire damage. I met a man named Cole Etinfall, I'm not sure what to think of him.. brieflay a man named Jack... I really only remember that he smoked some sort of foul smelling cigar... uhg, smelled like he rolled his own with belladonna leaves and bat guana.. but to each his own I guess. Also a Lady named Brisbane who has some shapchanging powers. And lasty a homeless boy, never did get his name, left him some food, he was rather skittish...

Well, thats all for now I think, been an eventfull day.. time for some rest.

Vyris · « **Reply #2 on:** January 18, 2005, 04:49:00 PM »

Another eventufull day, chatted with Lark... if thats what you call it, Giants seem to be.. uhm, migrating to Hlint, met another one today named Log... didn't talk to him much though. I have some items for Talan if I can catch up with him or his sister... sure could use the money...

Later...

I stumbled into a group of adventurers today, Seteece and Long Bow were thier names, there was a Cleric of Lucinda there as well, and another that came and went, A bard that I cannot recall Jack Barron strolled in and out... and the other Jack, the cigar smoking guy.. he was there too. I really must start taking notes if I plan to remember folks' names, I seem to have a real problem with elvish names *sigh*.

I must have made an impression, I nearly died at least 4 times, and once I felt cold as the grave for hours after regaining consciousness, but I did my best to contribute and I managed to land a few fatal blows, I helped out the group and that makes me feel good, for once I am not the stable boy, or the kitchen boy... now after Long Bow placed this enchantment on my sword I need to get a scabbard for it to keep it from shocking me when it slaps up against my leg when I walk.

Thats all for today, I need to work to get this ring on...

Vyris · « **Reply #3 on:** January 18, 2005, 07:28:00 PM »

I think I've come to understand people here a bit more...Hlint is definately not like King's Landing, or anywhere else in Rilara for that matter. There is no pent up sense of distrust here for the most part, people are pretty tolerant, theres Giants walking the streets for example... although the dark elves are not tolerated as well. I also hadn't noticed before, but the common citizens aren't nearly as militant... I think I'll look into this further, might be a niche to fill here.

Vyris · « **Reply #4 on:** January 19, 2005, 12:33:00 AM »

Ahhh.... remind me not to go out drinking with the bards again...
lets of beer, I seem to remember a dwarf named Dane threatening to twist my legs off if I attempted to pick him up and bowl him into a group of half-orcs at the bar... she's, I make such a schmuck out of myself when I drink...

Met a Paladin of Vorax today, Kin...somethingerother, and a bard named Farros, and of course Dane, the dwarf, there was another slightly tipsy elf lady there too... Eva... Ava... blast it, elf names.... I remember little... I think I'll go back to bed and see if this is any clearer in the morning.

Vyris · « **Reply #5 on:** January 20, 2005, 08:33:00 AM »

Many important happenings today...
I've been having a hard time in combat lately, too much concentration, not enough relaxation so I began focusing on the movement and style of those around me. Slowly I've begun to develope my own sense of how things should be and the exhilleration I felt was unmatched. I spoke with the man I hope can help me further my progress, one named Ozymandius (sp) I do not call him this however, I speak to him as the historian, out of respect for his teachings. I learned much and must perfect what he's told me so that he may see that I have a desire to learn more.

I've seen many worshipers of the foul Xeen about Hlint and Fort Llast... I had hoped her corrupting touch was less pervasive here than in Rilara, but I fear I am mistaken, seems most of the Bards here pay her tribute... and while I like them I must not fall prey to xeens designs as my mother did.

With the help of Cole, Talan and his sister (**note to self, but a notebook to write down elven names in, aaarg) and a big brute of a fellow named Fian, many undead abominations were felled today, traveled past fort hope to a merchant town where I was finally able to purchase some better armor.

Hmm... this may be my last entry for a while, I'll be training hard and exploring for ores in the caves near Hlint in an effort to learn the smithin trade. probably won't have much time.

Vyris · « **Reply #6 on:** January 26, 2005, 02:50:00 AM »

Mining, smithing, repeat... this is endless work, but the fruits of my labor are now worn apon my arm, a bright new bronze tower shield, should help against those bedamned kobolds in the sielwood. Cole, Talan and I met up with 'ol cigar chewin Jack and a mage I'd never met before today out past port Hampshire, we invaded a cave full of ogres and paid dearly for it. Our innitial success was a ruse I fear, for the ogres returned with such numbers that we were all nearly slain by the end of the battle, and spent completely.
Still looking for a boar pelt. The lady Brisbane was much vexxed with me that I was going hunting, made quite a show in the middle of Hlint. I wonder if she would have felt better if she's known I planned to eat the beast as well.. perhaps... but I doubt it. Ah well such is an arguement for another day.
I have much smithing to do in the next few days, my skill is nearly sufficient to begin crafting body armors, and that is really what this whole endeavor has been about for me regardless.

more tomorrow.

Vyris · « **Reply #7 on:** January 27, 2005, 02:38:00 AM »

Drow in Hlint, lots of 'em. killin and burning, we're all getting together near the cemetary...

*much later*
That didn't go well, I think most of us were worm food at some point in time down in the crypts, some woebegoton undead paladin of some blasted diety is stirrin up an army of drow to come and lay waste to the surface world... and just when I was startin to get good at makin armor too.

If folks would just stay out of the higher beings affairs.. maybe they'd let us alone and quit all this business of paladins and such stirrin things up...blasted Drow anyway. Bah..It stinks all around, no matter what ya call it it's still a big crap sandwich.

Vyris · « **Reply #8 on:** February 19, 2005, 08:13:00 PM »

I've finally gotten out of those blasted mines... Mining for gold... what good is gold in a mine I say, although it did result in a ring from master Talan... It makes me feel stronger, I like it. I nearly feel skillfull enough to wear that bronze full plate I crafted and not lose any proficiency with my swordsmanship... I am beginning to really lean towards finding a mercurial iron longsword, I've heard of the many benifits these weapons provide, and perhaps I can work it towards mastery.

Vyris · « **Reply #9 on:** February 22, 2005, 08:21:00 AM »

I'm amassing a considerable stockpile of absolute garbage on my Ox... trinkets and baubles from my travels. I hope Talan can use this bat guano... the stuff stinks, and the odor permeates my ox packs. I've been commisioned by Farros Galder to craft for him a shield. I have a design in mind, I think he will like it.

I worry about Lalaith, and Cole because of her... there are dark things on the horizon I fear. I trust Lalaith to make the 'right' choice... but can we all live with the consequences? Probably not... I fear these events will tear my friends apart.

enough for now... time to smelt.

Vyris · « **Reply #10 on:** February 28, 2005, 05:10:00 PM »

I've returned to Hlint to find it much unchanged from when I had left it, some time ago... as I feared, the events with the drow have driven a wedge between my friends, and all seems asunder... but it is not, just different.

I have spent near on two weeks exploring the area between hlint and the continent of Rilara, I've found many interesting things, some quite valuable. My skill as an armorer has grown, and I now wear a suit of full plate I fashioned myself from the bronze I have smelted. I've also learned some new tricks, by studying the aftermath of my battles I have determined how and where to hit my enemies with more efficiency, soon I may seek out a weapon master to teach me more.

more later.

Vyris · « **Reply #11 on:** March 02, 2005, 08:32:00 AM »

Dregar calls to me...
The capitol city of Pranzis... my head swirls each time I enter the gates. Cole and I have ventured here in search of something different, I am unsure if either of us has any desire to ever leave again. I will write more once I am more established, I have sent for my belongings and will take up residence in the Hotel Layonara for the time being.

Vyris

Vyris · « **Reply #12 on:** March 04, 2005, 11:21:00 PM »

Ah, well so much for Pranzis, we were shocked to discover the cost of living there, definately a bit out of my budget, so for the time being I'll just have to put it on the 'nice place to visit' list.

I've been traveling a lot with a woman I met while out exploring the area around point Harbor. Her name is Lara. Interesting woman, I've pretty much avoided any kind of female companionship for some time... but she makes me feel at ease, rather different. We've made plans to go exploring for some pelts, snoop for gem deposits and such as well I imagine.... who knows, I am looking forward to the trip though.

My weapon studies are progressing well, although I've had no luck hiring a smith for crafting a mercurial longsword for me... a shame, I do wish to practice with the weapon so...

I'll write more after my trip today.. perhaps if Cole comes we can manage to put some coin towards a house.

B.

Vyris · « **Reply #13 on:** March 05, 2005, 07:33:00 PM »

Shocking things tonight... lalaith has... a black ring. My mind is still trying to get around all the things she told me this afternoon. I trust her to know whats best for her, but I cannot shake this feeling... dread? despair? no... not quite that, just a growing unease. I think... maybe Lara can help me piece it together... she knows Lalaith and may know something beyond what I was told. Not that I think Lalaith would lie to me, but rather that she might want to spare me details rather than hurt my feelings or chance me leaving in anger.
I think Lalaith needs her friends more than ever now, I'll not let her stand alone if she has need.... maybe I can talk some sense into Cole...

Lara... now theres a mixed bag of feelings... Right now I'm feeling rather burdened. Wish she'd hurry up and come get these skins, I could really use someone to talk to, and fighting by her side is exhilerating, I have to steel myself, and still I catch myself watching her move, so gracefull, yet her grace holds a power that all my might cannot duplicate. I could no more fight like her, than she could fight as I do I suppose, but it is an intoxicating dance she weaves...

B.

Vyris · « **Reply #14 on:** March 06, 2005, 08:36:00 AM »

An eventfull day...
Lalaith, Lara... both the women I know well enough to be friends seem to be mixed up with the drow. It is a complicated web, how do you remain true to all of your friends and not betray trust that is hard won, when they seem to be on divergant paths.

I confided in Lara about some of the things that have been on my mind today, her reaction will set the tone for our future I think, but at least thats one less demon gnawing at my conscience. And regardless of how things play out at least she knows now, and I feel better for having told her.

My dreams are dark and light. Cole raging and dark, the drow, suprisingly meek. Lalaith flits between sorrow and joy. Lara flits in between them all like a calm pool, but with dangers of her own hidden in the depths of her waters. Talan a ghost in the background, cold and distant, or serene and wise, never quite there... but always his prescence felt.

Perhaps when I return from my journey I can convince Lara to come gem hunting with me, I think a few days in the crisp, cold air might help clear my mind.

B.

Vyris · « **Reply #15 on:** March 13, 2005, 09:29:00 AM »

It's been a long week, and much progress has been made towards the purchase of a home in Leilon. Lara and I work together almost intuitively now, each knowing what the other will do, it has saved us considerable loss and it is nice to have such company with me, though she still makes me feel like a little schoolboy with a crush... perhaps it's just me.. or maybe it's "just the rain"

I should try to contact Lalaith soon... I have some things I think she may want.

B.

Vyris · « **Reply #16 on:** March 20, 2005, 07:03:00 PM »

Oi what a hellish week, mining, fetchin stuff for pay, but we're nearly there, I got a solid whack on a tin deposit and blasted off a good sized chunk of emerald! Ay, that feller paid a lot of good coin, and some right fine jewlry for it too!. The houses in Leilon seem to have come with a curse, so we, or really I decided to head over onta Dregar, near Lorindar, the prices are outrageous, but the houses are absolutely massive, should be plenty of room for the three of us... though I kindof liked being closer to Lara.

-B.

Vyris · « **Reply #17 on:** March 22, 2005, 03:33:00 PM »

Lara has been poisoned by a dart, I heard Cole knocking but I was trying to keep Lara from slipping into asleep she may never wake from. Hours it seems have passed, and Lara is resting comfotably now. She fades in and out but my consciousness has been focused on only two things, the wound to her neck... looking for a tell-tale pattern to the poison, and the rythm of Lara's breathing.

-B.

Vyris · « **Reply #18 on:** March 28, 2005, 06:19:00 PM »

Not much time for an entry...

All the trouble we had to save for this house, and everything we went through to get it... and none of us are ever here. I would really like to catch Lara and Cole for an evening... and just fill our home with laughter for once... theres too much strife in the world.

-B.

Vyris · « **Reply #19 on:** March 30, 2005, 07:15:00 PM »

I just got in from a momentous day...

I was sitting in the wild surge inn, having just become aquinated with a fella by the name of Fenrir, he and I were discussing the finer points of the smithing trade, when all of a sudden a blue clad lady appeared in the in with a bang and said to all there that we were needed in spellguard. Well, after a bit of shufflin around we got on our way and were off soon after on a mission to gather silver an fire opals that had us up and down the whole continent of Dregar. There were some mighty powerfull folks there, and I was felled by death magic right at the start of the trip, but thanks to a little lady named Buppi I was brought back and continued on with a lot more caution. At the end of it all we had a pretty dissapointing haul, but seemed enough for now, theres going to be a expedition to the forbidden ilses it seems... and I want to be in on it.