09-17-2013
Mad Cows, Managens, and Peeking – log by Sami
(log by Sami)
The Lower Hall
[Exits: north up]
(Token magic) A magical spring flows from the ground here.
A copy of the TFC Daily News lies here.
(Light Red Aura) A cow is here, chewing on the remains of a rabbit.
Ghazkull is here.
Mish Leigh Salvandor will use her contacts to help you... for a price.
You blink.
You say (in common), 'Hello, Wind.'.
Ghazkull smiles happily.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'Hello, Almond'.
Sanitarium says (in minotaur), 'follow me'.
You ftell, 'hello, Sanitarium'.
You now follow Sanitarium.
Ghazkull joins Sanitarium's group.
You gossip (in common), 'good morning, Sahib Lycron'.
Sanitarium utters the words, 'safhar'.
The air shimmers as Sanitarium creates a portal here.
You ftell, 'oh. you didn't mean me.'.
Sanitarium ftells, 'lol'.
Sanitarium ftells, 'helping him to jill'.
You ftell, 'thank you - that is kind of you to help him.'.
You ftell, 'he is .. one who is very special to me.'.
You ftell, 'i appreciate any kindness given to him'.
Ghazkull arrives from above.
Sanitarium arrives from above.
Ghazkull says (in elven), '25k?'.
You thank Sanitarium heartily.
Sanitarium nods.
Sanitarium nods.
Sanitarium nods.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'ready'.
Sanitarium reports: 625/625 hp 114/624 mana 695/695 mv 547476 xp.
Sanitarium sleeps.
Ghazkull winces. Ouch!
You ftell, 'group me'.
You join Sanitarium's group.
You perform 'managen blossoms'.
Ghazkull is so excited that he cheers just for the hell of it.
Ghazkull winces. Ouch!
Ghazkull says (in elven), '-10 mana?'.
You nod.
Samiyah leans back against the stone wall, drained.
Sanitarium wakes and stands up.
Sanitarium removes you from his group.
Sanitarium utters the words, 'safhar'.
The air shimmers as Sanitarium creates a portal here.
Ghazkull arrives from the west.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'are you okay?'.
You say (in common), 'I will be. The managen leaves me feeling a little funny for a time.'.
Hallway
[Exits: north east south west down]
(Dark Blue Aura) Sanitarium is here.
Ghazkull is here.
(Light Red Aura) A cow is here, chewing on the remains of a rabbit.
Ghazkull nods.
Sanitarium says (in minotaur), 'on a rabbit'.
Sanitarium scolds a mad cow.
You say (in common), 'what is?'.
You say (in common), 'oh.'.
You say (in common), 'the cow.'.
Ghazkull looks at a mad cow.
Samiyah rubs her eyes.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'a cow holding a staff'.
Sanitarium looks at a mad cow.
Sanitarium looks at Sanitarium.
Ghazkull checks on your health.
You say (in common), 'I am not..hurt... really, it's just more of a weariness.'.
You say (in common), 'Like when I touched Similus.'.
Ghazkull blinks at what you said, seemingly stunned.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'that bad?'.
You say (in common), 'But much less so.'.
Samiyah smiles gently. 'No, nothing is that bad that is not death.'
Samiyah daringly moves closer without invitation, leaning her head against your shoulder.
Ghazkull smiles warmly.
Lycron quietly enters the room in a beam of deep red sunlight.
Lycron smiles happily.
Ghazkull beams a smile at Lycron.
Samiyah touches her hand to her forehead, her lips, and her heart in a tribal gesture of respect.
Ghazkull bows before Lycron.
You say (in common), 'Hello, Sahib Lycron'.
The Lower Hall
[Exits: north up]
(Light Red Aura) A cow is here, chewing on the remains of a rabbit.
Mish Leigh Salvandor will use her contacts to help you... for a price.
Lycron arrives from above.
Lycron leaves north.
Lycron arrives from the north.
Lycron utters the words, 'fuyh'.
Lycron's soul rift *** ANNIHILATES *** a mad cow!
A mad cow is DEAD!!
You hear a mad cow's death cry.
Lycron gets 37 gold coins from the corpse of a mad cow.
You giggle.
The corpse of a mad cow sacrifices itself for the greater glory of Lycron.
Lycron snickers softly.
The Lower Hall
[Exits: north up]
(Intense Light Cyan Aura) Lycron is here.
Mish Leigh Salvandor will use her contacts to help you... for a price.
Ghazkull arrives from the north.
Lycron utters the words, 'bless'
Ghazkull gasps in astonishment.
Lycron steps into a red beam of light and slowly vanishes from sight!
Samiyah smiles wearily. 'Do not waste such a gift, sitting about chatting... off you go.'
Ghazkull smiles happily.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'if you're sure?'.
Samiyah eases herself down onto the floor with a nod.
Ghazkull makes a complicated-looking gesture.
Ghazkull draws a funny looking rune on you.
You make the gesture necessary to invoke your spell.
You draw a wizard mark rune on Ghazkull.
Ghazkull smiles happily.
> l Ghazkull
Ghazkull waves goodbye to you. Have a good journey.
Samiyah catches at a lock of your hair, letting it ease through her fingers.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'if you need me, shout, I will be here as soon as I can'.
You nod in recognition to him.
You ftell, '(i need to leave for work soon, but is there anything I can do for you?)'.
Sanitarium ftells, 'give me a nice set of legs'.
Sanitarium ftells, 'lol'.
You ftell, '*ponder*'.
You ftell, 'i have four pairs of hands, but no good legs :('.
You ftell, 'do you want these? <worn on legs> (Moderate magic) a pair of quilted cloth pantaloons [m|AC 4 da:2 svs:-3 2#]'.
Sanitarium ftells, 'yes I could use those'.
Mish says, 'It's been a pleasure doing business with you, Samiyah.'.
Mish curtseys gracefully for you.
Mish gives a pair of heavy cloth stockings to you, and gives you a friendly smile.
You say (in common), '... turn around.'.
You say (in common), 'look that way.'.
Sanitarium ftells, 'i am 2hr over and -1svs over'.
Samiyah points in the other direction.
Sanitarium looks away but peeks alittle.
You stop using a pair of quilted cloth pantaloons.
You wear a pair of heavy cloth stockings on your legs.
Sanitarium grins happily.
You give a pair of quilted cloth pantaloons to Sanitarium.
Sanitarium ftells, 'why did you switch?'.
You ftell, 'if it would aid a member of the Order, I would remove anything I had and give it to them.'.
Sanitarium ftells, 'nah I can take things off people'.
You ftell, '(now wearing [m|AC 7 da:3 1#])'.
Sanitarium gives you a pair of quilted cloth pantaloons.
You ftell, '(sami's serious about that sort of thing)'.
Sanitarium ftells, 'you need the svs badf'.
Sanitarium ftells, 'bad'.
Samiyah gestures for you to turn again.
Sanitarium looks away but peeks alittle.
You stop using a pair of heavy cloth stockings.
You wear a pair of quilted cloth pantaloons on your legs.
Sanitarium grins happily.
You give a pair of heavy cloth stockings to Mish.
Mish says, 'I'll take care of this for you, Samiyah.'.
Mish curtseys gracefully for you.
Sanitarium ftells, 'Thanks for the offer'.
Samiyah did not notice the peeking.
You ftell, 'of course'.
You ftell, 'anything I have, you need but let me know.'.
Sanitarium ftells, 'I am hard to improve upon'.
Sanitarium ftells, 'just my legs'.
You tell Ghazkull (in common), '*smile* I must be going in a moment, but did not want to leave without saying goodbye'.
Ghazkull tells you (in common), '*smile* Will you be back later?'.
You tell Ghazkull (in common), 'I will. Until then.. be safe?'.
Ghazkull tells you (in common), 'I always try to'.
You ftell, 'be well, Order'.
You ftell, 'i must be going'.
Fare thee well!
The "Most Good" Advice – Log by Samiyah
(log by Sami)
You say (in common), 'I need your advice, Brother.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'ok'.
You say (in common), 'i had a conversation earlier this week about Jamilla'.
Cresom nods.
You say (in common), 'and I hope I did the right thing but I am not sure and since you are the most good person I know...'.
Cresom bows deeply.
Cresom says (in common), 'thank you that makes me feel very good to hear that'.
Cresom says (in common), 'what did you do?'.
You say (in common), 'DarkClaw wanted to talk to Jamilla and I told her not to. She wanted to say that it was her fault Jamilla was turned but that is both true and not'.
Cresom says (in common), 'what did Jamilla want?'.
You say (in common), 'she made Venom - and got a warning not to let him make a child..'.
Cresom nods.
You say (in common), 'which she did not pay attention to because he was too busy being false with Venom behind Belgarion's back. But Venom did it - not her. He made Jamilla. I think she feels bad and guilty but Jamilla is just now starting to be happy and I do not want her to be upset by all this. Venom is gone and Jamilla is with me now and I can protect her'.
Cresom says (in common), 'I understand, but at the bottom of it all, what does Jamilla want? Because at times it isn't your job to protect someone from what they want '.
You say (in common), 'it would hurt her to know DarkClaw knew but cared more about her lusts to pay attention. She wants revente on our home and our people. She is not concerned or worried about DarkClaw.'.
Cresom nods.
You say (in common), 'it is reopening a wound that need not be poked at.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'The other night I had a conversation with DarkClaw and was told not to mention it. She says you said she is a liar. But you just told me somewhat of what she said was truth, is that correct?'.
You say (in common), 'I said there was no truth in her saying it was her fault. It was Venom's fault. I never said, 'DarkClaw, you are a liar.' I would never be so disrespectful. You know me better than that, Brother.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'I didn't think so. But I am sure she took it as that, with 'there is no truth' kind of meaning the same thing.'.
You say (in common), 'Well, how she takes it, I do not know.'.
Cresom nods.
You say (in common), 'but it was Venom's doing - and Fault -- now, I do hold her *responsible*.. but that is different. She made Venom. He is her responsibility... but his actions are not her *fault*.. and she was saying it was.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'Well, that I agree with you. Venom's actions, good or bad, are not her fault.'.
You say (in common), 'That is why I said there was no truth in her claiming fault.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'I think you did the right thing, Sister.
== Tempest in the Guild – log by DarkClaw==
(log by DarkClaw)
Room of Records
[Exits: east]
This simple room has many plaques hung on its walls. With just a quick
glance you recognize names and events that have made history and inspired
many to even greater deeds so that their names would also be inscribed
here. It's possible, given valiant effort, great deeds, and a (in)famous
reputation, that your name might be added here.
A book on a lectern provides an index to all the different plaques.
(Dark Blue Aura) Samiyah is here.
You say, 'Samiyah....'.
Samiyah bows deeply.
You say, 'My apologies for still being invisible.'.
You say, 'It seems I owe you another apology as well.'.
Samiyah nods.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Why is that?'.
You say, 'Because I misinterpreted what you were referring to when you said there was no truth there.'.
Samiyah says (in common), '...were you listening just now as I spoke to my Brother?'.
You say, 'I caught only part of it.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'You said it was your Fault. That is not true.'.
You say, 'And I had told him NOT to speak with you about it.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'i talked to HIM about it'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'he is the most good person I know'.
You say, 'He is.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'and I seek his advice on many things'.
DarkClaw sighs and lowers her gaze to the floor. "I am so tired of fighting with you. So tired of you hating me."
Samiyah says (in common), 'I do not hate you. I do not trust you or respect your actions but give respect as you are Immortal. I hate only two people in this world: Venom and Elder Salaam'.
DarkClaw lifts her eyes to yours again and nods. "He will return. You do know that, don't you?"
Samiyah says (in common), '...not if I can help it, he will not. And if he does - you have TWICE given me permission to do what I felt was right to answer his wrongs'.
You say, 'The only way you can prevent it...is by keeping your sister from finding what she seeks.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'i will learn to hunt and I will relentlessly harm him. I have not seen Jamilla in weeks - I do not know what she is seeking other than revenge on those in our village. Venom is the most haraam creature I have ever met. And I hold you reponsible if he returns. Not jamilla. She is a child twisted by bonds no child should have to know. You are a thousands old woman who should have known better.'.
You say, 'Jamilla is seeking the item that will bring him back. I am unable to stop her from finding it...but you can.'.
DarkClaw growls, her gaze narrowing. "Do NOT test me, Samiyah, when I am trying to HELP!"
Samiyah says (in common), 'are you not her Sire now? Can you not forbid her?'.
You say, 'Do you honestly think that would stop her?! She LOVES Venom.'.
Samiyah folds her arms over her chest and raises her chin. "Is she NOT a child!? Are you NOT a thousands old person that KNEW BETTER than to make him a vampire?"
Samiyah raises an eyebrow.
DarkClaw growls again and whips the winds about her form, "I've heard enough!"
Temple of the Lost
[Exits: west]
A large eye hovers in mid-air here, emitting a soft, purple glow.
You tell Cresom, 'I am THROUGH with your sister! I am THROUGH trying to help!'.
Talking It Through (log of Sami by DC)
Samiyah gossips (in common), 'brother give me a tell when you wake'.
Cresom tells Samiyah (in common), 'yes Sister'.
Cresom arrives from the east.
Cresom rests.
Samiyah says (in common), 'so .. DarkClaw was listening to part of our talk and said she was sorry for saying I said she was a liar'.
Cresom says (in common), 'well that is good'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'but was grumpy you had told me. I told her you are the most good person I know - and she agreed - and that I go to you for advice'.
Cresom grins wickedly.
Cresom nods.
Samiyah says (in common), 'then she said Venom will be back'.
Cresom shudders from the sheer thought of it.
Samiyah says (in common), 'and tried to say it is up to me to stop Jamilla from finding something that will bring him back. I do not know the word she used. I said that if she is now Jamilla's maker, can she not stop her? She said she couldn’t because jamilla loves Venom'.
Cresom nods.
Cresom says (in common), 'that makes some sense'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I said if Venom returns I hold DarkClaw responsible, NOT a little girl who is pulled by bonds she never should have to bear at that age'.
Cresom says (in common), 'and what did she say?'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'She yelled and said not to test her. I asked is Jamilla NOT a child? And are you NOT a thousands old vampire that should have known better? Then she stormed away'.
Cresom says (in common), 'that is all she said?'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'She thinks I hate her. I don't hate her. I just do not trust her and I do not respect her choices which are driven by whim and lust. But I give her the respect required for any Immortal'.
Cresom nods.
Cresom says (in common), 'of course '.
Samiyah says (in common), 'i only hate Venom and Elder Salaam. I do not hate her.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'If you need anything I will be here for you'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'but if she tries to blame Jamilla for Venom's return, I will not accept that'.
Cresom says (in common), 'are we 100% sure he is coming back?'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'she seems to be'.
Cresom says (in common), 'maybe it is a dust up for nothing. I like to deal with problems as they come up and mostly with my sword'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'before he left she gave me permission twice to hunt him and I will.'.
Cresom nods.
Cresom says (in common), 'and I don't blame you and I will be by your side '.
Samiyah hugs Cresom.
Cresom hugs Samiyah.
Samiyah says (in common), 'i will count on it and on you to teach me'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'how does a mage best fight another mage, as bards are sort of like mages'.
Cresom says (in common), 'for you it is totally different. Your DA with your swing changes the game. Just make sure you’re not in their silence and it is pretty much over for them - because you have dispel magic '.
Samiyah says (in common), 'well right now I don't have it. I used all my charges attacking Zephyr'.
Samiyah says very seriously, "Do you think I could .. could Cut Venom's Thread?"
Cresom says (in common), 'of course. Very easy in fact. You will get more - that is just scores '.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Zephyr was attacking my village. Speaking of which I need to bribe'.
Cresom snickers softly.
Warnings, Chaos and Conflicts – Log by Ghazkull
You gossip (in common), 'Good Evening All'.
Temple of the Lost
[Exits: west]
A large eye hovers in mid-air here, emitting a soft, purple glow.
(Intense Dark Purple Aura) DarkClaw is here.
You poke her in the ribs.
Guild Hall
[Exits: north east south west]
DarkClaw gossips, 'Hello, brother!'.
DarkClaw gossips, '(Sorry, was AFK)'.
You gossip (in common), '(no worries)'.
You tell DarkClaw (in common), 'now it's time for the long slog to 30 Mage lol'.
Temple of the Lost
[Exits: west]
A large eye hovers in mid-air here, emitting a soft, purple glow.
(Intense Dark Purple Aura) DarkClaw is here.
> l darkclaw
DarkClaw tells you, '*grin* Hopefully it won't take THAT long.'.
DarkClaw tells you, 'You need a really good exp partner.'.
You tell DarkClaw (in common), 'shouldn't do, just need to get past this annoying effective'.
DarkClaw tells you, '*nod*'.
You tell DarkClaw (in common), 'and stop doing silly things like sleeping out of safe'.
DarkClaw tells you, '*clears her throat* Yes. That is NOT wise.'.
You tell DarkClaw (in common), 'was an accident, I wasn't really paying attention and it wasn't until I woke up that I realized I was 1 room short of the safe room :-/'.
Temple of the Lost
[Exits: west]
A large eye hovers in mid-air here, emitting a soft, purple glow.
(Intense Dark Purple Aura) DarkClaw is here.
DarkClaw says, 'You need to pay more attention if you want to stay alive.'.
DarkClaw pokes you in the ribs.
You chuckle.
You say (in common), 'especially now'.
DarkClaw nods.
DarkClaw says, 'You're up there where you need to start worrying.'.
You say (in common), 'oh, I wasn't referring to that'.
You say (in common), 'but yes'.
You say (in common), 'I know'.
Riordan tells you (in common), 'voiding is annoying'.
You tell Riordan (in common), 'nodnod, did it several times during sami's 50 bardic performance :P'.
You tell Riordan (in common), 'not good when I was a part of it'.
DarkClaw says, 'I had it out with Samiyah earlier.'.
You say (in common), 'really?'.
You say (in common), 'how did that go?'.
DarkClaw says, 'I mean that in that we fought.'.
DarkClaw says, 'Again.'.
You say (in common), 'what over this time?'.
DarkClaw says, 'I went to her to try and apologize and she threw it in my face.'.
You say (in common), 'I tried to talk to her'.
DarkClaw says, 'Apparently so did Cresom.'.
You say (in common), 'really?'.
DarkClaw nods.
You say (in common), 'haven't seen him for a few days'.
You say (in common), 'and I honestly don't know who I can trust anymore regarding the exp partner'.
You say (in common), 'I received a warning last night'.
DarkClaw says, 'What kind of warning?'.
You say (in common), 'that Seraph seeks to harm Cordir by hurting those she cares about'.
You say (in common), 'and as I am the last remaining Chosen still walking the realm, Cordir thought to warn me about it'.
DarkClaw says, '...Apparently she doesn't consider me Chosen any longer.'.
You say (in common), 'you are immortal'.
DarkClaw says, 'True enough.'.
You say (in common), 'and you have distanced yourself from the Triat'.
DarkClaw says, 'As an old friend said last night...things change.'.
DarkClaw says, 'We've all changed.'.
You say (in common), 'of course'.
Ghazkull nods knowingly.
Ghazkull closes his eyes, slumping against the wall briefly.
You are hungry.
DarkClaw says, 'He understands now...why I chose the path of chaos.'.
Ghazkull regains his composure, hoping you didn't notice.
You say (in common), 'who are you talking about?'.
DarkClaw says, 'Drakar Grimward.'.
You blink.
You say (in common), 'Drakar was here!?'.
DarkClaw says, 'He visits from time to time.'.
DarkClaw says, 'His heart is still here.'.
You nod.
You say (in common), 'as is every person who has ever walked the realm, I don't doubt'.
DarkClaw says, 'Agreed.'.
DarkClaw says, 'What do you make of Cordir's warning?'.
You say (in common), 'I’m unsure'.
DarkClaw says, 'You did not...plan to worship him...did you?'.
You shake your head.
You say (in common), 'though he has offered many times now'.
DarkClaw lets out a breath and nods. "I know."
You say (in common), 'I do not think that She would have warned me if She didn't think there was a legitimate threat'.
DarkClaw says, 'I agree.'.
You say (in common), 'and the... Illusion that I witnessed in the Cave the other day adds weight to it'.
DarkClaw says, 'He HAS been acting rather strangely.'.
DarkClaw says, 'The illusion was elemental. I know of no other that can power the elementals in that fashion, yet it was not my doing.'.
DarkClaw says, 'Perhaps they called to you of their own accord.'.
You say (in common), 'it is a possibility, I was Ebrithil for a time, and instrumental in helping return Belgarions sight'.
DarkClaw nods in recognition to you.
DarkClaw says, 'It could also be that it merely LOOKED elemental.'.
You nod.
You say (in common), 'that was why I said Illusion'.
DarkClaw says, 'Did you FEEL heat?'.
DarkClaw says, 'Or the spray of moisture?'.
You say (in common), 'I did not 'feel' it'.
DarkClaw nods.
DarkClaw says, 'I believe you would've known were it the elements themselves.'.
You nod.
You say (in common), 'of that I am sure'.
You say (in common), 'I remember the ceremony in this very temple'.
DarkClaw smiles faintly.
DarkClaw says, 'It was quite intense, wasn't it?'.
You say (in common), 'it was necessary at the time'.
DarkClaw lets her gaze drift to the floor and sighs. "I've given up on Samiyah. She's finally pushed me away completely."
DarkClaw says, 'But I will not stay away from Jamilla, no matter how badly she may want me to.'.
You nod.
DarkClaw says, 'Today I went to her to apologize for misunderstanding her...'.
DarkClaw says, 'And all she could focus on was the fact that I should've known better in regards to Venom.'.
You say (in common), 'misunderstanding?'.
DarkClaw says, 'When she stated that there was no truth in my words...'.
DarkClaw says, 'I thought she was calling me a liar about trying to help and not understanding the nature of the Lich's warning, etc.'.
DarkClaw says, 'Instead she meant there was no truth in that what happened to Jamilla was my fault...only my responsibility.'.
DarkClaw looks back up to you and forces a smile. "Here I am taking your time again. You should be out gaining levels."
You chuckle.
You say (in common), 'I don't mind'.
You say (in common), 'we don't catch up often enough'.
You say (in common), 'so I've been thinking, and I think I’m going to stay unaligned for a while'.
DarkClaw's expression turns serious. "Then, since you will have no protection from a higher power...I suggest you seek more of Cordir's."
DarkClaw says, 'Perhaps there is a spell or something she can cast to give you more.'.
You say (in common), 'well, I am left with only Boromir Or Kat.'.
You say (in common), 'Kat is evil'.
You say (in common), 'and Boromir is your enemy'.
You say (in common), 'and, Unaligned is the closest I will ever get to Neutrality in the realm'.
DarkClaw nods.
DarkClaw says, 'He made it thus, not I.'.
You say (in common), 'I know'.
DarkClaw says, 'I would give you neutrality if I could.'.
DarkClaw says, 'But those days are over.'.
You nod.
You say (in common), 'This way, I answer to no-one except for myself, and the gods'.
DarkClaw says, 'And you can also receive benefits from both sides.'.
The Wise Guy – Log by Ghazkull
You gossip (in common), 'wow Cresom, you've flown up with your Thief levels'.
Cresom gossips (in common), 'snicker nod '.
You grin wickedly.
DarkClaw gossips, 'He's actually a superhero with special powers.'.
Cresom gossips (in common), 'snicker my last level my exp till next was 6.2k'.
You gossip (in common), 'it's that True Wisdom.... need to get me some of that'.
You gossip (in common), 'really only 6.2k!?'.
Cresom gossips (in common), 'nod I get back some of my exp from OM'.
You gossip (in common), 'aha'.
DarkClaw gossips, 'He's...*drumroll* WISE GUY!'.
You gossip (in common), '*groan*'.
DarkClaw gossips, '*grin*'.
You poke her in the ribs.
DarkClaw chuckles, evidently amused.
Cresom gossips (in common), 'sorry went into silence had a stupid ghost'.
You gossip (in common), 'you didn't miss much'.
DarkClaw gossips, 'Did you hear what I said?'.
Cresom gossips (in common), 'Wise Guy?'.
You gossip (in common), 'my Sisters joke was awful'.
DarkClaw gossips, '*nod*'.
DarkClaw gossips, '*grin*'.
Cresom gossips (in common), 'snicker I always hear you DC'.
DarkClaw gossips, 'Are you calling me a loud mouth?!'.
DarkClaw snickers softly.
DarkClaw gossips, 'Notice he's keeping his mouth shut.'.
Cresom gossips (in common), 'oh no DC '.
Cresom gossips (in common), 'just have a very important voice I listen for'.
DarkClaw gossips, 'Ahhh. Nice cover up. ;-)'.
DarkClaw gossips, 'I have some work I need to do, gentleman, so I’m going to leave for now.'.
Cresom gossips (in common), '(frown)'.
DarkClaw gossips, '(Darned RL)'.
DarkClaw says, 'Be safe, brother.'.
DarkClaw says, 'Please find out what Cordir can do.'.
DarkClaw hugs you.
You say (in common), 'I will do'.
DarkClaw smiles at you.
DarkClaw waves goodbye to you. Have a good journey.
DarkClaw has left the game.
The Story's Other Side – log by Ghazkull
Samiyah tells you (in common), '*softly, tentatively gauging your mood* Hello Wind..'.
You tell Samiyah (in common), 'Hi Almond!, I’m just out with your brother at the moment'.
Samiyah tells you (in common), '*hesitantly* I had an awful fight with your sister today. I am sorry.'.
You tell Samiyah (in common), 'I know'.
You tell Samiyah (in common), 'we spoke about it briefly. I did not know what to say to her in all honesty'.
The Pit
[Exits: east up]
A grand staircase leads to the temples above.
A pit for donations dominates the room.
(Dark Blue Aura) Samiyah is here.
You smile at her.
You give a spell score to Samiyah.
You give a spell score to Samiyah.
Samiyah says (in common), 'thank you!'.
Samiyah hums several notes to a song you didn't know existed.
Samiyah hums several notes to a song you didn't know existed.
Samiyah says (in common), 'how are you?'.
You say (in elven), 'it's rare that I find them'.
You say (in elven), 'I’m not so bad'.
You say (in elven), 'feel better for ascending, and I’m not so far away from doing it again'.
Samiyah smiles happily.
Samiyah says (in common), 'congrats'.
You say (in elven), 'enough that it requires a bit of effort but not enough that it feels like a slog'.
Samiyah nods.
Cresom arrives from the east.
> blush cresom
You get all flustered up seeing him.
You say (in elven), 'I kinda wasn't paying attention and ended up back here'.
Cresom throws back his head and cackles with insane glee!
Cresom says (in common), 'you know how to get back or want me to take you to TP?'.
You say (in elven), 'I know the way though'.
You say (in elven), 'I’m good for now, I’m gonna relax for a few'.
Samiyah looks at you.
Cresom nods.
Cresom gives you a small greenish pill.
Cresom gives you a small greenish pill.
Cresom says (in common), 'use those while exping'.
Cresom says (in common), 'they are great'.
> exa pill
A small greenish pill lies on the floor.
You see the following faint symbols: [!|L21 bless 5#]
Item purging is in effect for this item.
You say (in elven), 'ooh'.
You juggle a driftwood staff.
You grin wickedly.
Cresom says (in common), 'the staff is nice to '.
Cresom gives a skill score to Samiyah.
Samiyah thanks Cresom heartily.
Samiyah hums several notes to a song you didn't know existed.
Ghazkull runs his hand through his hair.
Samiyah watches.
Cresom gossips (in common), 'Mish says, 'I’m afraid that you cannot deposit an absence of gold, Cresom, else we'd all be rich.'.'.
Cresom gossips (in common), 'doesn't she know I have like 3 mill'.
Samiyah sits down on the temple stairs and silently watches Ghazkull.
You gossip (in elven), 'Jill told me that I was trying to become a thief when I didn't have enough money on me earlier'.
Ghazkull utters the words 'jump' and appears next to Samiyah on the temple steps.
Samiyah blinks.
Samiyah says (in common), '..hello...'.
You say (in elven), 'my new trick!'.
Samiyah nods, willing her heartbeat to slow.
Samiyah says (in common), 'a good thing to know'.
You say (in elven), 'sorry, I didn't mean to startle you'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'it's alright... I am just out of sorts.'.
You say (in elven), 'so what happened?'.
You say (in elven), 'there are two sides to every story, I've heard Stars side'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Zephyr has been attacking my village forcing me to defend them'.
You blink.
Samiyah says (in common), 'and I had a talk with Cresom about DarkClaw and she listened in secret then talked to me about it'.
You say (in elven), 'she said that Cresom had spoken to you'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'i do not want to put you in the middle.'.
You shrug.
You say (in elven), 'it's too late for that'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'No - I sought out Cresom's advice'.
You say (in elven), 'aha'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'She is dear to you. I do not want to talk of she and I at odds.. I just worried you were angry'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'that she and I argued. She is your Maker.'.
Samiyah fidgets, lightly touching an oddly colored braid that hangs at her temple alongside her right cheek, the long white-tipped end between her fingers.
You say (in elven), 'why would I be angry?'.
You say (in elven), 'if you and She are arguing, that is between the two of you.'.
You say (in elven), 'I am here as an ear to listen'.
You say (in elven), 'and I prefer to hear both sides of a story'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'the long and the short of it is that she apologized for telling people I called her a liar'.
You nod.
You say (in elven), 'she mentioned that to me'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'then told me venom would be back, due to Jamilla finding something and that I had to stop Jamilla from doing it'.
You say (in elven), 'she mentioned part of that to me as well'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'the arguing came about when I asked if she was Jamilla's ..maker now.. and could she not prevent it'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'and she said Jamilla loves venom and she could not stop her... '.
You nod.
You say (in elven), 'although Jamilla is no longer bound to Venom, she loves him.'.
You say (in elven), 'Venom is still her Maker'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'it seemed she was blaming Jamilla for what might happen when she herself a an adult made choices that wound up with my sister kidnapped and vampirized'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I said that Jamilla was a child and is bound in ways no child should be'.
You say (in elven), 'which is something that we ALL agree on'.
You say (in elven), 'even Star'.
You say (in elven), 'she does not blame Jamilla for any of this'.
You say (in elven), 'she blames herself'.
You say (in elven), 'for not understanding a warning given to it's fullest extent'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I hold her responsible for all that happened to Jamilla.'.
You say (in elven), 'and she blames herself for the same'.
You say (in elven), 'she in no way blames anyone else'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'she is thousands old and paid no attention or care and my sister is .. '.
Samiyah clamps her lips closed, biting back the words.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I am sorry that she and I fight'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I do not hate her'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'but I hold her responsible and...'.
You say (in elven), 'do you remember, not so long ago really'.
You say (in elven), 'a fledgling Kindred, in need of help.'.
You say (in elven), 'and someone sitting not so far away from me, went against everything that she had been told to aid said Kindred'.
Samiyah softens hearing your question.
Samiyah says (in common), '..yes.'.
You say (in elven), 'despite everything you were told, and against Oaths that you took to your Sahib'.
You say (in elven), 'people make mistakes, Sami'.
You say (in elven), 'and the thing about immortals'.
You say (in elven), 'is that often their mistakes seem an awful lot bigger'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Helping someone is always the right thing to do.'.
You nod.
You say (in elven), 'but you went against everything you were told'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Letting a child be killed so that you have leisure time with her murderer is not'.
You say (in elven), 'No.'.
You say (in elven), 'it was a misunderstanding of a warning'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'can you make a baby?'.
You blink.
Samiyah says (in common), 'could you lay with a woman and make a baby?'.
Ghazkull colours slightly, 'I... uh...'
You say (in elven), 'I do not know'.
Samiyah says (in common), '...then how is it that Venom would make a mortal daughter and not a Kindred one?'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'why would she even think it would be a mortal child?'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'that is her reason she gave'.
You say (in elven), 'I know'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'but vampires are ...they... there are no babies'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'so logic - taking away all hurt feelings ---'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'why would she say she thought he would make a mortal child? He was Embraced. He couldnt.'.
You ponder the question.
You say (in elven), 'I understand the point you are making'.
Ghazkull runs his hand through his hair, trying to find the words to articulate his thoughts.
You say (in elven), 'do you know what happened when he was Embraced?'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'no'.
You say (in elven), 'The Lich inside of him stole some of her power'.
You say (in elven), 'I am only supposing here, this is entirely a theory I have come up with my self after months of cogitaion'.
You say (in elven), 'but it is entirely possible that he could have been making her think things without her realising it.'.
You say (in elven), 'it would explain a lot of her confusion over the last few months'.
You say (in elven), 'I am not trying to clear her name, so to speak'.
You say (in elven), 'simply saying that she may have not been entirely herself'.
You say (in elven), 'she does blame herself terribly for the situation and she holds herself completely responsible for it'.
Samiyah listens.
Ghazkull murmurs, 'and she is afraid'
Samiyah says (in common), 'why?'.
You say (in elven), 'it is not my place to say any more about that, I shouldn't have said that much'.
You say (in elven), 'but I am worried for her'.
Samiyah sits down and thinks deeply.
Samiyah says (in common), '..i...'.
Ghazkull rubs his temples to release some tension.
Samiyah sighs and stands, sliding her hands between yours and rubs your temples for you.
Ghazkull smiles slightly at your touch.
Samiyah carefully does not stand too close, letting only her fingertips touch you.
You say (in elven), 'you don't need to do that, I've just been a bit busy the last few days is all'.
You say (in elven), 'although I appreciate it'.
Samiyah bites her lip. "Do you want me to stop?"
Samiyah says (in common), 'should I.. is it improper?'.
You say (in elven), 'not at all'.
You say (in elven), 'although your brother may think so'.
Ghazkull laughs to himself, remembering a conversation.
Samiyah relaxes slightly and continues the feather light massage of your temples, her fingertips sliding into the silky mass of your hair.
Samiyah blushes.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Sahib and he have both said I must make my own choices...'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'and I choose .. if it pleases you.. to do this.'.
Samiyah looks at you.
You smile happily.
You say (in elven), 'I know, he is just a protective brother'.
You say (in elven), 'and understandably so'.
Samiyah nods.
Ghazkull relaxes a bit more under the pressure from your fingertips.
You say (in elven), 'Thank you, Almond. That has helped a lot'.
Samiyah smiles and immediately drops her hands, moving back.
Samiyah reseats herself on the stairs.
Hunger – Log by Ghazkull
You say (in elven), 'it's been an odd few days'.
Samiyah nods.
Samiyah says (in common), 'yes'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Zephyr has gone mad since he got Similus'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'he made me fight him.'.
You blink.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I do not like to fight.'.
You say (in elven), 'I know'.
You say (in elven), 'gone mad how, exactly?'.
Metallica drops the corpse of the captain.
Metallica smiles happily.
Metallica gets the corpse of the captain.
Metallica juggles the corpse of the captain.
Metallica drops the corpse of the captain.
Metallica snickers softly.
You are hungry.
Metallica says (in common), 'that thing hurt me earlier'.
Metallica stands up.
Metallica leaves east.
Ghazkull's nostrils flare at the scent of the corpse being thrown around.
Ghazkull eyes the corpse out of the corner of his eye.
Samiyah looks around.
Samiyah glances at you with concern then down at the corpse with sorrow.
Samiyah murmurs, "Teacher forgive your sins in this life and Shepherd guide you to the next"
Samiyah sacrifices the corpse of the captain to Seraph.
Ghazkull's eyes are closed and his lips are moving soundlessly.
You are hungry.
You are hungry.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Ghazkull, are you alright?'.
Ghazkull murmurs, 'hungry'
Samiyah swallows hard, glancing at your mouth.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Do you want to go and feed? Or stay..?'.
You are hungry.
You are hungry.
Ghazkull murmurs, 'I think...'
You are hungry.
((Without another word, he leaves and goes to ...))
On a Tree Top
[Exits: north east south west down]
You are standing on a platform in the tree top. To the north and west are
rope bridges, heading off into the distance, to the east is the Inn, and
to the south there is a strange blue glow.
The sky is rainy and a warm southerly breeze blows.
The corpse of a giant eagle is lying here.
The corpse of an elven lady is lying here.
A young elven child wanders about.
A giant eagle stands sentry between you and this fortress in the trees.
You get the corpse of an elven lady.
Ghazkull sinks his teeth into the corpse, drinking deeply.
The Pit
[Exits: east up]
A grand staircase leads to the temples above.
A pit for donations dominates the room.
(Dark Blue Aura) Samiyah is here.
Ghazkull slinks sheepishly back into the room.
Samiyah glances at you with concern.
Ghazkull smiles warmly at you.
You say (in elven), 'I’m better now.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I am glad'.
Ghazkull turns away from you briefly and wipes his mouth.
Samiyah's eyes follow the movement, and she shivers slightly.
Ghazkull laughs quietly as a thought occurs to him.
You say (in elven), 'I wonder'.
You say (in elven), 'would you be so kind as to show me your sahibs temple?'.
You say (in elven), 'the only time I have ever been there was when...'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'of course'.
Samiyah rises to her feet. "This way"
Samiyah leaves up.
Lower Temple Courtyard
[Exits: north east south west up down]
(Dark Blue Aura) Samiyah is here.
Samiyah leaves west.
Western Avenue
[Exits: east south west]
(Dark Blue Aura) Samiyah is here.
Samiyah leaves south.
The Hall of the High Order
[Exits: north]
This cold stone hall is not a place of warmth and comfort: it is sparse and
imposing in its nature. From the placement of the tables and benches to the
lines of armored figures against the wall, everything draws the eye up to a
commanding and horrifying throne made of bone against the south wall. An
ancient black dragon hide has been stretched taut and nailed to the ceiling,
a barbaric reminder of the prowess of the one who makes this his home. Fire
roars within an enormous hearth, large enough to roast an entire cow within,
yet the chamber has an icy stillness to it despite the flames. Upon the wall
to the east and to the west, a massive portrait hangs in a black wood frame.
On the floor, just in front of the throne, a black iron plaque has been set
into the stone.
(Blue Aura) A hand-lettered open book rests upon a black iron pedestal.
(Dark Blue Aura) Samiyah is here.
Ghazkull shivers as he steps over the threshhold.
Samiyah shivers in the cold Hall and moves closer to the fireplace.
Ghazkull glances around the room, remembering the last time he was here.
Samiyah says (in common), 'remind me when you were here?'.
You say (in elven), 'my Sister was here, and Seraph was... bleeding profusely'.
> look plaque
- No one shows weakness. *
- Everyone with the spirit will lead *
- All will protect each other *
- Those who break the laws will be outcast *
Samiyah shivers uncomfortably.
Samiyah nods.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I remember'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'She wanted to ...harm.. him'.
You shake your head.
You say (in elven), 'something had already happened to him'.
You say (in elven), 'she was drawn here by the amount of blood'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Yes and she was wanting to drink his blood'.
You say (in elven), 'it was all I could do to remain as calm as I did, I think it was out of concern for both You and She'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'she lost control of her hunger at the sight of it'.
You nod.
You say (in elven), 'this is certainly not a warm place'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I do not come here except to see Sahib.'.
Ghazkull shivers as he looks at the throne.
Samiyah rubs her arms to sweep away the goosebumps.
You nod.
You say (in elven), 'shall we retreat to somewhere a bit warmer? it chills what blood I have, just being in here'.
You shiver. Brrrrrrrrr.
You say (in elven), 'thank you for showing me though, I did not want to intrude uninvited'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'yes of course'.
Samiyah now follows you.
Samiyah says (in common), 'where do you want to go?'.
You ponder the question.
Samiyah says (in common), 'zephyr is awake'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'be careful'.
You say (in elven), 'he is out of my range'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'he is in mine.'.
You nod.
Zephyr arrives from the east.
> look zephyr
The bent figure of a crotchety old man stands before you. His face is
weathered by the elements and the years, with wrinkles carving deep
lines around his scowling mouth. An ever present stench of cheap rum
clings to him scraggly beard, but even drunk, he seems capable of
defending himself from anyone who might think him an easy mark.
Zephyr is in perfect health.
Samiyah glances at Zephyr.
You say (in elven), 'Zephyr?'.
Zephyr says (in common), 'what lad'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'When he walks like an old man, he is himself. When he walks upright...'.
You say (in elven), 'ahh'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'He is someone ...else.'.
You say (in elven), 'I had been told you had not been yourself lately'.
You say (in elven), 'I wondered if it was you or some... thing else'.
Zephyr raises an eyebrow.
Zephyr says (in common), 'i be feeling great'.
You smile happily.
Zephyr pulls a rum bottle from his shield takes a sip and puts it back.
Samiyah whispers softly to Ghazkull: "I *think* he becomes Similus' _memory_ of the Sahib."
You wince. Ouch!
Ghazkull nods slightly.
You say (in elven), 'he seems his usual self at the moment'.
Zephyr says (in common), 'i be hearing ya lass'.
You shrug.
Zephyr says (in common), 'i always be me'.
Jamilla's Plan – Log by Jamilla
Ghazkull blinks
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'Jamilla!'.
You curtseys gracefully.
You say (in common), 'How are things'.
> 4 players.
Hum [ Sh:25 Wa:20 ] Jamilla, In search of Venom..Blood-Bound*DC* HO
Hum [ Or:25 Wa:30 Cl:30 ] Zephyr 75 levels and no trains YAY me
Hum [ Bard: 30 30 30 ] Samiyah bint Seraph, Bard of the High Order
Elf [ Ma:20 Ra:20 ] Ghazkull Mahsong, Heartbringer. My Fate is Unknown
You hug Samiyah.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'I am... better now'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'how are you?'.
You say (in common), 'I am not too bad'.
Zephyr looks at Jamilla.
Samiyah beams a smile at Jamilla.
Samiyah says (in common), 'hello little one'.
You say (in common), 'Hello how are things'.
Samiyah hugs you.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'if you will excuse me ladies, and gent. I will take my leave for a short time.'.
You say (in common), 'Have a good night'.
You curtseys gracefully for Ghazkull.
Ghazkull bows before Zephyr.
Ghazkull ruffles your hair playfully.
You giggle.
Ghazkull gently takes Samiyah's hand and kisses it gently before departing.
Samiyah beams a smile at Ghazkull.
Samiyah says (in common), 'how have you been, Sister?'.
Samiyah looks around.
You say (in common), 'Not too bad...very busy. I have made a choice..and I may need some help'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'what is it?'.
You say (in common), 'I have been looking around and studying... I know that this weighs on you..but I may need you later to help me save Venom..'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'You need me to what?!?'.
Someone taps a foot impatiently.
You say (in common), 'I am close..just need a few things.. I think when it's done I can return him to our world'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Jamilla ...'.
You say (in common), 'I know, I know...he is a part of me though .. I miss him all the time.. I don't want the lich - just Venom. I may need help...and I only trust you..'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Jamilla dearest...'.
You say (in common), 'I know a lot of people are glad he is gone'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Venom is evil.'.
The cold voice of the Phantom whispers, Trust is a silly thing.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Venom KILLED you.'.
You say (in common), 'I now that I can change that'.
Samiyah blinks.
You say (in common), 'I am fine, sister. Look at me...my aura is also blue..it never was before'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'You cannot make Venom good, sweetheart'.
You say (in common), 'How about this..I find away to return him..and destroy him..then will you help'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I..Jamilla, he holds enormous power over you. If he is returned to awake-ness...'.
You say (in common), 'not any more..there is no blood bond'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'he will use that power to control you and If I hurt him it will break your heart'.
Samiyah looks around.
You say (in common), 'I just need to try. I don't even know if it will work. I still need time to get ready. You don't have to worry about me.. if he tries to control me, I will kill him myself'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I .. oh my dear little sister..'.
You smile at her.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I will guard you all my days that I can.. but I... the first law says show no fear.. but Venom scares me.'.
You say (in common), 'and I know that and am grateful'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'he enjoys the pain of others so deeply it is beyond my comprehension'.
You say (in common), 'no need to fear him.. You fear the Lich.. I will separate the two.. Just bring back Venom'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'and if he hurts you again'.
You say (in common), 'than I will destroy him myself'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Venom is no better than the Lich. He is every bit as bad'.
You say (in common), 'Nobody got to really see the real venom...I did though, I must run back and research..I will return back to the guild around this time tomorrow. Please just give it some thought.. That's all I ask'.
You hug her.
Samiyah hugs you.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Jamilla'.
You say (in common), 'yes'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'the day he made you - Do you know what he told me?'.
You shake your head.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Venom - not the Lich - but Venom.. said that he would rape you '.
You nod.
You say (in common), 'that never happened'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Just to cause me hurt at your hurt'.
You nod in recognition to her.
Samiyah says (in common), 'He may not have done it ..but he was willing to'.
You say (in common), 'I understand if you don't want to help.. I really do. I will not be mad if you don't help me. But keep in mind that I will do it'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Dearest... I may well try to stop you.'.
You nod in recognition to her.
Samiyah says (in common), 'bringing him back is BAD'.
You say (in common), 'I will never be mad at you for your advice sister'.
You say (in common), 'I do have to run now..I hope to see you tomorrow'.
Samiyah nods.
You wave goodbye to Samiyah.
You hug her.
Fare thee well!