quick! check pockets for diadem.

>>13969
See: http://tgchan.org/kusaba/quest/src/124859950288.png

We should either go talk to Bolt and Katana now. Or go back to Rapier's wing and meet up with companions, so that they aren't worried.

>>13967

Yes, make sure to still have the diadem. It is integral!

I think Mudy should take Stiletto's advice and go work things out with Raital. His companions are all probably worried about where he is, anyway.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)09:23 No. 13973 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy decides his next meeting will be with prince Darkmoon Katana. He makes his way through the clean and quiet noble district to the Central Palace and the Dark Moon temple below it.
In front of the quiet south entrance sits a lonely man with his eyes closed.
>"Please dressink in proper clothink and not carryink vheapons."
, he says with a sharp tongue.

>>13970
We should start coming up with other card games now.

BEGIN CHAPTER 82
"THE WILD PICK UP FOUR"

BEGIN CHAPTER 119
"BULBASAUR"

BEGIN CHAPTER 414
"THE DARK MAGICIAN"

>>13969

Well, there are 22 cards in the Major Arcana, and he's now using the, in the Ill-Dignified/Reverse position. So that gives a total of atleast 40 some chapters.

Then there's also the Minor Arcana which has 56 cards. All with Ill-Dignified/Reversed positions as well...thus another 100ish. BUT, I doubt Reaver has the patience or time to continue this past 40 or so chapters. That would probably overkill and unnecessary haha.

>>13973
Ask him what constitutes 'proper clothing'.

say... that's not what the tower used to look like.

http://tgchan.org/kusaba/questarch/src/124642069327.png

>>13973
Now where in the world would we find proper briefs in this city? We have no money, so we'd have to resort to... stealing someone's pants?

>>13974

I think you just won at life.

Also,

BEGIN CHAPTER 576

"BASIC SNOW MOUNTAIN"

I still say visiting Katana next makes the most sense, he is on the way to Rapier or Bolt, and if we could rouse him to join us, not only would that mean Bolt would be the lone descendant left to convince, but we would have talked one brother out of, from their perspective, spending all his time wallowing in his pleasures to agree to this in sincerity AND convinces their youngest brother to come out of seclusion at the monestary for it.

Plus, I suspect we might want some sort of Dark Elf guards when we go to the Bolt's domain, what with the multiple mentions of her racism. She could easily just kill us for being a kobold if no one stops her.

NOT RAITAL THOUGH.

But we should take a walk through the city with her later, maybe buy her some gifts (oh yeah, no money, might want to ask Darkmoon for some), to spend more time with her.

Apologize and say "I have business with Darkmoon Katana, I will leave my weapons, but I do not have the time to change."

>>13973
Reasonably sure that might be Katana here at the entrance.

Might as well ask the persons name.

>>13977
You are perceptive, and Reaver's drawing ability has tremendously improved. Congrats to both of you.

>>13982
I have a feeling not changing will offend Katana, and we need all the brownie points we can get. We just need to find out what his dress code is first.

"and I kind of...dont have any other clothes. Again, i apologize"

Time for another makeover~

EXTREME KOBOLD MAKEOVER: PRIEST EDITION

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)09:31 No. 13988 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy asks the man what constitutes for proper clothing.
The dark elf grunts with annoyance.
>"Sometink not shovhing skin like tat. Is beink place of peace and prayink, not seductink."

Mudy frowns.
>"I have business with Darkmoon Katana."
, he replies.
>"I will leave my weapons, but I do not have the time to change."

The man looks at him for a moment.
>"Agreeink, but be coverink face."

>>13977

Mhm. The artwork for this card is what the actual card looks like in the...Waite-Rider deck I believe. Not sure if the Chapter One artwork was Reaver not exactly being able to draw the whole thing or just using a different artwork. Either way his style has vastly improved, and it looks really good. Way to go, Reaver :D

>>13988

Thank him, cover your face, leave your weapons, bow and go in.

>>13988
"That would be understandable if I were a woman, sir. But I am male."

>>13988
'Just to let you know, I am a male Kobold. Princess Darkmoon Halberd thought it entertaining to dress me so, and with my small frame, there was not much I could do to stop her.

Could I borrow some more humble clothing for the duration of my visit? I would hate to offend.'

>>13988
I'm wondering if we should explain that we are male. Might not get taken seriously by priests, otherwise. Then again, the fact that Mudy is wearing women's clothes would work against him.

>>13993
Yeah, I doubt religious types will take too kindly to crossdressing...

Yeeeaah lets leave the crossbolding alone till we meet katana and introduce ourselves as a prince.

>>13995

But we have the holy diadem of believability!

>>13995
But forced crossdressing?

Our size and weakness afford us options not normally present. Without funds or strength, we have no way to change the clothes Halberd gave us.

>>13998
Maybe. Depends on the type of religion. They might feel offended by our perceived duplicity, so immediate honesty just might be the preferred course.

Ask if they have any spare robes a humble visitor can borrow/have. The whole dressing-like-a-woman thing seems to have already paid off with the last visit.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)09:42 No. 14000 ID: fb5d8e
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"That would be understandable if I were a woman, sir. But I am male."
, Mudy replies.
"Could I borrow some more humble clothing for the duration of my visit? I would hate to offend."

Mudy spots a twitch in the dark elf's frown.
>"Is insultink Queen Empress by thinkink beink male makink difference."
, he snarls.
>"If vhantink come in vhith no trouble, comink back vhen wearink normal clothink!"

>>14000
Produce diadem and explain that our task is directly FROM the Queen, and add that his lack of compassion is most disturbing, as he is not aware of the circumstances of our journey to this place.

Turns out everyone has to cover their face..

No, do not flash the diadem to people who are not royalty.

>>14000
Okay.

I don't think it is a good idea to approach Bolt before at least having spoken to Katana, so I suggest we head back to Rapier's place and get a change of clothes, spend some time with Raital, talk with Totenkopf and make sure he is fine, talk to Goldwomb, see how she and Bladetree are doing in this city, and then head back.

Pull a Dagger, explode his head with your magical mind powers. (Not like we can, but don't do that.)

>>14006
Alright, sure. We can afford to delay this some to do it right. Let's do this.

>>14006

On that note I had brainstorm earlier and thought about a speech to give to Bladetree if we ever had to confront him on the whole incestuous relationship and us being "evil" thing.

Only problem is it's quite wordy, so I don't think anyone would like it...

>>14009
Maybe post the speech in /text/ as a new thread.

I know I would read it and offer any thoughts or suggestions for streamlining it/cutting it down I could come up with.

>>14009
Our main ability as a character is our capacity for eloquent speech. I doubt anyone will mind. =P

(unless it's like 4 pages long...)

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)09:54 No. 14012 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy gives up and leaves.
He returns to Prince Darkmoon Rapier's palacewing.

"Am i allowed in yet?"

>>14010

I may do that. Thanks for the suggestion.

>>14011

Haha, it's not that long. But I will confess I had Lord of the Rings on the brain when I was thinking about it.

Head to the Bazaar and see if you can't find some suitable clothes. We should see what the city is like anyway.

Where might we obtain some non-gay clothes?

Go to that locale.

let's just go back to the orgy

then jump in~

>>14012
Announce self as Prince Mudy Latral, and request entrance.

If they disbelieve your claim, ask that Darkmoon comes to verify your claim.

>>14010

hanks for the suggestion! I took your idea and posted it /txt/ as "Mudy Quest: Having to confront Bladetree speech idea."

Any and everyone please feel free to view and ignore at your leisure. Please post your thoughts, suggestions, tips, criticisms, modifications, etc. Just please be respectful with your comments. Though, I don't imagine receiving many disrespectful comments here, I mean we're not 4chan or anything.

Thanks everyone.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)10:12 No. 14024 ID: fb5d8e
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Seeing that the guards just pose another challenge, Mudy rather moves back to the trade district to visit one of the bustling bazaars.
Forcing his way through the chaotic crowds, he ponders his currency-less state.
But a certain stand catches his attention..

>"Secondhand vharessss... Buyink everythink, sellink everythink.."
, the keeper lazily mutters.
>"Comink now.. I thriftink vhat you liftink.."

>>14024
"What would you accept for a pair of poofy pants?"

See if the guy is interested in our sword and/or masterwork hottie outfit.

>14024

Trade existing clothes for other, more reasonable clothes.

Do not trade new sword.

>>14024
Trade likely expensive clothes for some sort of non-slave male garb.

>14024

Do not trade Moonlight sword either, damn it.

>>14029

Also, do not trade Raital's panties, haha. That might be a bad idea.

>>14028
Nevermind: Do *not* offer the sword, or the gems. Only our clothes and our nubile young self.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)10:17 No. 14036 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy asks the man if he can trade in his current clothes for other clothing.
The shopkeeper is silent for a moment as he looks Mudy from top to bottom.
>"Vhell... you vhill havink to comink back here.. and takink clothes off.."

Trade him one of the oracle gems. Do eeeet.

Sell the gems, both of our swords, and the flute.

>>14036
Inquire about the hanging mask-like object that seems to resemble a certain lich.

Also, Bob, Intress, Durandal, you guys mind cutting back on the responses to each and such? Try to keep the thread for suggestions themselves. You can always join the IRC channel in the first post for discussion and such.

>>14038
You are now Mudy's schizophrenic voice.

>>14024
I agree with the whole 'trade clothing' idea. Not sure what else we have that's feasible to trade - any chance of an inventory reminder?

>>14038

Not a good idea.

>>14036
Go behind the booth and strip. Once he sees our awesome dong he will have second thoughts about whatever it is he's planning.

THIS PLAN CANNOT FAIL.

>>14039
I can't seem to figure out this IRC stuff. Never used it before. If you can direct me to or provide some thorough instructions, I'll get on there and keep this thread clutter-free.

Thanks in advance.

>>14038
GENIUS!

stop and go

"...Lucinus?"

Can we see some of the clothes we would be trading for, before coming back there?

And hey, that's an interesting "ssss" accent you've got.

Also: Let's not trade anything non-fabric\

And hey: Didn't the Trader-princess mention something about the profitability of the city's slave trade?

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)10:28 No. 14048 ID: fb5d8e
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>"Can we see some of the clothes I would be trading for, before coming back there?"
, Mudy asks politely.
The shopkeeper looks around a little confused.
>"Eh.. issss... Sssome ragsss... Not really carink.. Can takink vhat you vhant.. Got robe here.. Ssscarf.. Vhatever you vhantink."

>>14036
'Hey, you're a serpentkin, right? I haven't seen one of your kind since the attempt to take over the Bright Elf noble family! Too bad he tried to attack me again afterward, he was a sharp guy.

I'm sorry, you said something about stepping into the back room? Well, if you want to be alone with me, that fine. Just be aware that if you try anything, I have been thinking about getting a snake skin cape for a while, so mind your manner and I will leave you be.'

>>14049
Try and select a humble yet still functional set of clothes from the pile of rags. Do not make offending comments.

>>14048
'Oh come one, you can do a better job pretending to be a dark elf than that, right?

Look, I just want to get into some more masculine clothes. Help me out, I could give you a couple tips on how to be less noticable.'

>>14048
"Lucinus?! But you died!"

>>14052
>>14051
There are multiple Serpent people in the world, they are most likely not all evil. Please do not make the nice man beat over baseless accusations.

>>14053
Very well. Though we wouldn't know that ICly, so just say "...Lucinus?"

Then he can explain about the race of Serpent-people.

... Alternately, it is Lucinus.

>>14048
....you know, the shape changing abilities of these guys would be really handy against the Skullking. You know, sowing confusion and mistrust among her forces.

He does seem like a serpentkin.

Ask him what he's doing here.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)10:40 No. 14057 ID: fb5d8e
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>"Oh come one, you can do a better job pretending to be a dark elf than that, right?"
, Mudy mocks the shopkeeper.
>"Look, I just want to get into some more masculine clothes. Help me out, I could give you a couple tips on how to be less noticable."

The man sighs and rubs his head. He produces a piece of cloth.
>"Oohh.. Issss it that obvioussssss?"
, he groans.
>"Pleeaaassse.. Take thisssss cloak... Don't tell the ssssscity guard.. I have a wife and sssssixsssss eggsssss at home.."

aww..now i feel like a dick

Promise you'll bring it back.

and even pay for it when we get ahold of bladetree.

"You might want to work on hiding that lisp. It might seem inconspicious to most people, but anyone who's met a serpentkin will know pretty much immediately."

>>14057
SCORE. And we get to keep our fabulous outfit. :3

Put it on over our other clothes.

>>14059
Oh, also, offer to let him join our party.

>>14057
Intimidate successful! Wrap yourself up and go back to peace-douche.

>>14057
'no problem. I understand what it can be like to have others mistrust you for your race, if not quite in the same manner you experience it.

Anyway, I won't claim to know how you shapeshift, but if you could make you mouth a bit shorter, either hide or dull your teeth, and try and avoid using too many words with 'ehss' in them, I imagine that likely no one else would notice.

If you don't mind me asking, what is your name, and do you recall ever meeting another of your kind called Lucinus?'

Also, we should give him the pretty clothes he has, he looks like he could use a break.

>>14055
But they're so bad at it. I guess they're better than a kobold standing on a dwarf's shoulders, granted.

>>14063
This. Invite him to our party dammit. He's safer with us, he's obviously not making much money, he might be useful and he can have a share of treasure we find to bring home to his family.

>>14064
And that Kobold on a dwarfs shoulders WORKED against all the regular soldiers, if you recall.

>>14067
Yeah, they were dumb as shit. As soon as we got to someone with a halfway decent intelligence we were fucked.

>>14068
right, but that someone with decent intelligence was an officer, and the majority of the camp was just cannon fodder.

Just being able to get people into enemy camps would be handy as hell, messing with supplies, screwing with orders, etc.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)11:06 No. 14072 ID: fb5d8e
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>"No problem. I understand what it can be like to have others mistrust you for your race, if not quite in the same manner you experience it."
, Mudy agrees as he wraps the cloak around him. It is heavy and smells of dust.
>"Anyway, I won't claim to know how you shapeshift, but if you could make you mouth a bit shorter, either hide or dull your teeth, and try and avoid using too many words with 'ehss' in them, I imagine that likely no one else would notice."

The serpentkin rubs his head, listening intently. He nods at every word.

"If you don't mind me asking, what is your name, and do you recall ever meeting another of your kind called Lucinus?"
, Mudy asks.

>"My name isssss Licanissss Lucanisssss Berebisssss.."
, he replies.
>"And ofcourssssse... Everyone knowsssss Lucinusssss the Sssserpentking. He'ssss the only one of our kind to make it ssssomewhere. Mosssst of ussss are doomed to sssstay at the bottom of the pile... like mysssself.."

Mudy nods. He feels rather sad for the serpentkin.
With some chivalry he asks the man if he'd like to join Mudy on his quest.
Licanis shakes his head.
>"I have got ssssixssss eggsssss to take care of.. I can't go taking any risssskssss..."
He sighs.

Find the nearest guard and tell him that a serpentkin tried to rape you. Then point to this guy's shop.

>>14072
Aww man, he's a nice guy. Looks like his race gets a bum rap like our's does.

We need to help the guy some way later. Maybe introduce him to Halberd and see if she can'r get some trade going with his people.

>>14074
Die in a fire.

Tell him that he'd be safer with us, and that he'd get a share of any treasure we get. It would be quite possible for him to get fairly wealthy, and then he'd be able to live in peace with his family.

Also, tell him Lucinus is unfortunately deceased, killed by a Blutjaeger.

>>14077

Don't go making promises we can't follow through with. Just leave the guy be. We've got our clothes.

Find a place to change and then head back to Katana.

>>14078
We can follow that promise through. The last time anyone has died in our party was the first time Stormplague visited us, back in, what, Chapter 4 or 5? That is a large life expectancy.

>>14079
No one's made large amounts of money, either. They've all sworn their loyalty, not been paid.

This guy's probably financially better off than we are.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)11:22 No. 14081 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy decides that he really doesnt have that much to offer, and heads off again after reassuring Licanis things will surely start to look up again.
When he arrives at the temple the doorman seems alot less agitated.
>"Welcomink to temple of Dark Moon, madam. Please be respectink other prayers vhen inside."

Seduce the doorman.

>>14080
Are you kidding me? We're practically overencumbered with artifacts and expensive items. After we kill the Skullking and deal with the Blutjagers we could sell all our shit and live happily for the rest of our lives.

>>14081

Say thankyou, cover face, go in.

>>14081
Go on in, do not speak with the door guy. He might get irritated if he remember who we are.

>>14082
The guy has the respect to not hold a grudge against us for what just happened, so let's roll with it.
Thanks, cover, and go.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)11:40 No. 14089 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy continues through the gate and enters the gigantic round temple. Circling a small platform are hundreds upon hundreds of faithful, kneeling facedown with their hands stretched out to the center.
There are four wide and bright exits, leading to each of the districts.

A young man balances on a raised pillow in the middle. He speaks in a monotonous but gentle voice.
>"And may the strong seek wisdom from the meek, and the meek seek willpower from the strong."

The crowd repeats him flawlessly.
>"...AND MAY THE STRONG SEEK WISDOM FROM THE MEEK AND THE MEEK SEEK WILLPOWER FROM THE STRONG..."

>"For in unity does the future lie. All scattered minds to one; Productivity and harmony."

>"...FOR IN UNITY DOES THE FUTURE LIE. ALL SCATTERED MINDS TO ONE; PRODUCTIVITY AND HARMONY..."

It seems like the speaker is halfway into a ceremony.

Wait till he's done with his Sermon.

>>14089
We should look for a seat and join them. Would be a good way to learn their views.

Don't even think about interrupting him or this ceremony or you will have a shitload of people plus one of the guys you're trying to convince turned against you.

Throw the huge sword at Katana

>>14089
Join in the ceremony on the women's side. Might as well go with the flow!

>>14089
>"...FOR IN UNITY DOES THE FUTURE LIE. ALL SCATTERED MINDS TO ONE; PRODUCTIVITY AND HARMONY..."

...I get the feeling that maybe we should make the Dark Elves form a council, not appoint a single leader.

dont join them just sit back and wait

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)11:52 No. 14098 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy decides to sit out the ceremony. As the genders appear to be mixed, he joins a random side.
Not being interested in the sermon at all, the words just kind of flow over him as Mudy contemplates what to do after.

Suddenly he notices the sermon has ended. However, everyone around him continues kneeling, muttering quietly to themselves.
When Mudy considers wether or not to get up, a voice from nearby pierces his ears.
>"Hey. Are you new?"

"Ah..yes I am... Nice to meet you Mr....."

>>14096
Completely agree. If we get them all on the same page anyway, why not make them come together and actually start doing their jobs as one?

>>14098
Answer truthfully.

Bite his ankle

>>14100
Everything this guy said, dangit.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)12:05 No. 14105 ID: fb5d8e
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>"Ah..yes I am..."
Mudy climbs to his feet.
>"Nice to meet you Mr....."

>"Prince Darkmoon Katana."
, the boy finishes.
>"I am glad you joined us, madam. It is good to see foreigners take an interest in the Dark Moon."

>>14098
Let's first look up before introducing ourselves.
Never know who it could be.

Besides, the casual way we were addressed seemed to imply they aren't big on formality, whoever they are.

>>14105
"Well, while I do have an interest in learning about dark elven culture, I was actually looking for you. I bring news from your mother."

Level with the guy, etc.

>>14105
Hah, he's barely taller than us.

Anyway...

'Prince Katana, my name is Mudy Latral. Please forgive my garb, but some of your siblings have... interesting quirks.

I must ask to speak to you privately, as I have word from the Empress that all her children must hear.'

"Yes, though i'm fairly unknowledgeable about the dark moon. I have also come concerning matters of state"

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)12:29 No. 14123 ID: fb5d8e
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"Prince Katana, my name is Mudy Latral. Please forgive my garb, but some of your siblings have... interesting quirks."
Mudy clears his throat to hide his embarrassment.
>"I must ask to speak to you privately, as I have word from the Empress that all her children must hear.."

Katana nods.
>"Please, follow me."

The Prince leads Mudy to one of the more quiet and darker corners of the temple, where he directs Mudy to one door as he enters through another.
Mudy is not left alone in the dark room for long, as he quickly hears the Prince's voice again.

>"Please, Mudy Latral. Tell me what is on your mind."

>>14123
'Your mother is currently residing in the deepest parts of the Oracle caves, and has chosen to stay there for the remainder of her life, reflecting on her life, her decisions, and the impact she has had on the world until the end.

And as such, she asked me to speak with her children, to try and get all of you to put aside your differences and act for the benefit of the Dark Elf race.

So now, Prince Katana, I must ask you, how do you feel about the alliance with the skullking, and how would that view change if you knew that Princess Darkmoon Dagger was attacked by a mercenary under the employ of the Skullking?'

Pacifist or no, an attack on a family member might get his attention.

Dont forget to flutter them eyelashes.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)12:49 No. 14133 ID: fb5d8e
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>"Your mother is currently residing in the deepest parts of the Oracle caves, and has chosen to stay there for the remainder of her life, reflecting on her life, her decisions, and the impact she has had on the world until the end."
Mudy begins.
>"And as such, she asked me to speak with her children, to try and get all of you to put aside your differences and act for the benefit of the Dark Elf race.
>So now, Prince Katana, I must ask you, how do you feel about the alliance with the skullking, and how would that view change if you knew that Princess Darkmoon Dagger was attacked by a mercenary under the employ of the Skullking?"

Katana remains unmoved and calm on the other side of the screen.
>"Retaliation leads only to more retaliation, Mudy Latral. Violence has been answered with more violence through out history."
, he answers.
>"It is only when we allow ourselves to be weak that we can embrace a higher step in spirit and mind, and find the ultimate peace we long for."

>>14133
"I did not ask if you wanted to go to war with the Skullking. I asked how you -felt- about the alliance."

All due respects, Prince Katana, but I never mentioned violence. I merely asked how you felt about the continued alliance with the Skullking.

>>14133
" I agree, I myself have avoided violence whenever necessary in my journeys. But I believe there is a time when one must defend oneself.

Nay this does not mean I would not have you first try diplomacy. No, but rather stand prepared to protect yourself from harm."

>>14133
And if the opposition has a different opinion? Inner peace at the cost of death?

Stand with the Skulling, will lead to untol deaths. Stand against or neutral, and you must kill or be wiped out by the Skullking.

>>14133
"Retaliation doesn't necessarily mean violence, merely out-thinking one's aggressor. And weakness isn't all it's cracked up to be - my kind are slaughtered regularly because of our weakness, and it has led us nowhere."

>>14133
"The skullking would make it the peace of the grave. Her armies will sweeep over your lands like the sands of winter, and never again shall you be free to pray, never again will their be peace. The Skullking will plunge the world into that of constant war and violent purges. Only by stopping her now can we prevent an age of destruction and violence."

>"It is only when we allow ourselves to be weak that we can ... find the ultimate peace we long for."
Anyone else think this is more Raital advice?

>>14133
'Perhaps. But what of a nation governed by an idealogy that might is all that matters? If we were to not stop such an entity from succeeding in conquering all the lands, then everyone will suffer under this rule.

Maybe some day, hundreds or thousands of years later, the way of pacifism might slowly and gently change that, but in the interim, millions would die, would suffer, would despair. Entire generations would live in fear of angering the rulers, never knowing hope or contentment. People that would never have died, never would have suffered, if we stopped this before it reached such a point.

I beg you, please tell me, what is pacifistic about letting untold numbers suffer later rather than enduring a much lesser suffering now? I know it is hard and painful for all involved to fight, but if doing so spares others from such a wretched fate, I would do so without a second thought. For I fear I do not see the way to peace, of mind or nation, in not opposing the Skullking.'

>>14142
....maybe.
Are we getting relationship advice from the entire Darkmoon family line? Only Bolt and Rapier haven't offered thoughts on it.

>>14142
sounds like bad advice though, being weak willed has led to the last few encounters...

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)13:01 No. 14146 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy takes a moment to think.
>"I agree, I myself have avoided violence whenever necessary in my journeys. But I believe there is a time when one must defend oneself."
, he says.
"But retaliation doesn't necessarily mean violence, merely out-thinking one's aggressor."

Mudy hears a sigh coming from behind the screen.
>"I understand you came here to convince me rather, Mudy Latral, and such is a bad state to enter a conversation with."
, the prince responds.
>"However, I won't deny the validity of your argument. If I could save lives without taking them, then I would not hesitate for a moment."

once we get back to Rapier's wing we need to hug Raital.

>>14147
Going by her track record, she's the one who will hug us. By the ass. Hard.

>>14142
So does it mean we should just let Raital have her way with us?

If so I really hope she cools down. Because molesting during meetings, while her way of showing affection, isn't ideal. But Reaver seems to be saying we should let her so we might as well because doing anything else will probably make it worse. Last time we made a speech it did.

Could try being the agressive one in the relationship. But that goes against Katana's advice.

>>14146
You are in good luck.

We've defeated many opponents in our time without taking their lives. All whom were much stronger than us. Without even raising a hand in anger.

>>14146
Make small talk. Tell him about his niece or something.

>>14149
..Have you not given any attention to the past?

We've gained valuable insight into how to handle Raital.

WE RETURN HER AFFECTION. That's all she wants. To see us return the gesture.

>>14146
"I apologize for my brashness prince. being foreign i have very little knowledge of the dark moon in which to establish a common ground. Still I think there may be ways for you to help, I would never ask you to partake in violence."

>>14149
Something tells me the dude with 100 wives has better advice on how to handle women than a celibate priest.

When Mudy sees Raital, he needs to give her a the dicking to end all dickings. That will finally quench her desire.

>>14147
HUG RAITAL, WEAR WOMEN'S CLOTHING

>>14146
Yeah... I don't think Katana's going to be much use. At the very least we're going to have to kill the Skullking. Probably. Ask how he feels on that.

>>14149
I think the idea is to stop struggling. Raital is desperately afraid of losing us, so if we stop telling her to let us be, it'll ease her fears and she'll let up.

>>14146
'I am curious: If the death of one would save the lives of millions, would you be able to kill that one? Or conversely, would you be able to refrain from killing the one, knowing it meant a million would die?'

There are almost no Absolutist Pacifists, we just need to find what his point of compromise is.

>>14160
NOOO.

DAMMIT.

DID YOU NOT LISTEN TO THE NICE MAN WE VISITED?

It isn't about letting her have her way. It is about RETURNING HER AFFECTION.

RETURN IT. NOT JUST LAY DOWN AND PLAY VICTIM.

RAAUAUUGHGHGLJDFT.

>>14146
"I apologize. I suppose I am a bit single minded at times.
But what I do, I do for love.
...At any rate. I happen to specialize in ending conflicts without violence.
All I am asking of your people is to turn out the Skullking's minions and not allow them passage through your nation.
If I can make my way to the Skullking herself, perhaps this conflict may yet end peacefully..."

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)13:13 No. 14166 ID: fb5d8e
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>"I apologize for my brashness, prince. Being foreign I have very little knowledge of the dark moon in which to establish a common ground. Still I think there may be ways for you to help, I would never ask you to partake in violence."
, Mudy replies.
>"But you are in good luck. We've defeated many opponents in our time without taking their lives. All whom were much stronger than us. Without even raising a hand in anger."

It's quiet for a moment. Mudy shifts nervously in his seat.

>"Mudy Latral, if that is the truth, then why did my sister inform me that you are trying to convince me and my siblings to raise an army together with the other empires?"

"if we should fail at a peaceful resolution, we must be ready to defend ourselves from the Skullkings armies. A brief period of violence, if absolutely unavoidable, is preferable to an eternity of violence."

>>14166
While I'm good at avoiding violence, even I know my mother will only stop her campaign on her death.

Unless you have an alternative solution to stop her. Do you?

>>14166
Self defense only. For the good of your kingdom and all kingdoms. A direct attack on the Skullking would never work.

My friends and I will take care of my mother personally. I refused to be her tool for killing and was sent away. This time I plan on making sure she can't continue hurting anyone anymore.

If I have my way.. not a single life will be taken. That path has never availed me before. The path you suggest has time and time again. I know we can do it.. but your kingdom needs your support now.

>>14166
'Again, I will not claim to have much knowledge in this field, but it seems to me this: Armies are mostly there to handle the multitude of everyday incidences, such as preventing theft and whatnot, rather that actually waging wars. I have seen individuals with enough strength to lay waste to cities or armies, and several members of the Darkmoon royal family could be said to have that strength.

The need for an army then, is not to actually engage in warfare so much as to act as a means of deterring ones opponent from simply trying to raze your cities, while those with power enough for martial acts then contest the ultimate victor.

I can understand abhorring violence, but if you say a way to protect your people during a time of necessary change, would you not take it?'

>>14166
Because, great though my tongue may be, and the justice of peace, I must doubt their effectiveness when brought to bear against the Element of Evil.
I'm not a man of great faith. If I have seen miracles, they have been corrupt ones, and I cannot let go of the harsh strictures of cruel life.
I apologise for my weakness.

"All things strive, Prince."

"I strive, and yearn, and scrap tooth and claw to survive with nothing but the wits and brains provided me. I have nothing but my words, and have had the path of peaceful resolution laid at my feat like a death sentence. I am surrounded on all sides by beings that can slaughter armies without thought, and I, through force of will and words alone have kept these forces from killing their way across the continent."

"There are those that are not as skilled, or as patient as I; or as knowledgeable to the fact that violence brings nothing but pain, ultimately. Yes. There needs to be an army. For as hard and as long as I and you may strive to keep our hands free from violence which will only beget further violence; there are those which will subjugate and torture the free and peaceful, regardless of our works. As saddening as it is, we will promulgate more peace through a standing force to rid us of this evil than we will suffer through inaction."

"I am sorry, Prince; but as much as I want to adhere to the path you profess, I must be a pragmatist."

>>14166
"...It is the only way I can see to stop the Skullking from destroying the world utterly.
It is not a pleasant business but...
Sometimes the first steps toward peace are the ominous march of war.
I am only asking you to defend yourselves.
There is wisdom in weakness, yes, but... what good is wisdom if you die to obtain it?
And not just you, but thousands of others.
This is not the way I WANT things to go but...
Sometimes we have no choice but the lesser of two evils.
I promise you that if you do this for me, I will do everything I can to end this war once and for all.
If I can make my way to the Skullking herself this conflict may yet end peacefully..."

>>14166
Because while hoping for the peaceful solution is good, it would be foolish to not be prepared, should the peaceful solution not come to fruition.

In addition, the skullking's conquest rages on. Fewer will die if the nations have their armies prepared.

"Our primary goal is to create alliances of friendship with the other nations, unified in our objection to the Skullking's rule. An army may or may not come, but putting aside old differences is more important. This is a laudable goal, yes?"

"Because the skullking is my own mother. And i'm not sure if she speaks any other language, should I fail she would lay waste to everything.

A standing army could alleviate the danger to your kingdom. But a standing army without a moral compass is a terrible, terrible thing."

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)13:45 No. 14186 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy takes a deep breath and exhales.
>"I strive, and yearn, and scrap tooth and claw to survive with nothing but the wits and brains provided me. I have nothing but my words, and have had the path of peaceful resolution laid at my feet like a death sentence. I am surrounded on all sides by beings that can slaughter armies without thought, and I, through force of will and words alone have kept these forces from killing their way across the continent."
, he says solemnly.
>"There are those that are not as skilled, or as patient as I; or as knowledgeable to the fact that violence brings nothing but pain, ultimately. Yes. There needs to be an army. For as hard and as long as I and you may strive to keep our hands free from violence which will only beget further violence; there are those which will subjugate and torture the free and peaceful, regardless of our works.
If I have my way, not a single life will be taken, Prince.. But I'm not a man of great faith. If I have seen miracles, they have been corrupt ones, and I cannot let go of these harsh strictures of cruel life."
There is no response.
>"All things strive, Prince. I'm sorry."

The silence is broken by the softest of noise. Mudy holds his breath to listen.

Quiet sobbing comes from the other side on the screen.

>"I.. I d-d-don't want to hear it."
The prince hiccups.
>"Wh-Why is everyone always in p-pain? ..Wh-why is mom not coming back?.."

Mudy can hear the prince's breathing stunt as he attempts to keep himself from weeping.

>>14186
See if we can enter his side. Guy looks like he could do with a hug.

>>14186
I don't know.
No one does.
Perhaps it's a test. Maybe a mistake. Maybe we're all alone and nothing comes after.
The only answer is to make your own way and see it through.

Awwwww give him a hug.

>>14186
D:
"...I'm so sorry prince.
I... I shouldn't have one this to you.
I'm so used to dealing with people far stronger than I am. I'm so used to having to manipulate people to keep myself alive.
...I'm no good at talking to people who are weak like me.
I'm sorry."
HUG PRINCE :<

>>14166
"Your mother has faith in you and your brothers and sisters to do the right thing for your people. She is not coming back because she a legendary figure of great power--and I suspect she fears the pain that would be brought into the world if people like her were to confront the Skullking directly. It is up to people like us to lessen the pain in the world, not with great battles, but by uniting the people of the world and mending old divisions to face a common foe."

>>14186
Okay, how about

'I know, people are in pain. And it hurts to see them suffer so. But sometimes, the only way to free others of pain is to shoulder some more for yourself. It is not an enviable task, to form an army, but to know that you spared your followers, your people, yourself from having to suffer and feel pain from an oppressive other, is to know satisfaction that your actions while painful to you are necessary for the good of all.'

>14186

"Life is pain, prince. To be, to exist, is to ache to the very bones of your being with how horrid and dark every day is on this world. We do not hide. We do not turn. We do not shy from knowing that the world is the way it is."

"You, good prince, strive every day to show your flock that there is another way. That life CAN be different."

"Only, prince, only through accepting these facts, and devoting yourself to showing those around you that there IS another way is there ANY hope of carrying the light of peace and joy out into the darkness of the living world. Your efforts here are not in vain. Already, do your devotees act on the message of peace you give, and the balm to their pain you provide."

"And that's why your mother isn't coming back. She knows that only you can give this to them, and that you have to do it on your own."

I think he has something he needs to say. Let's give him a chance.

"Please, Prince Katana. Tell me what is on your mind."

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)14:12 No. 14206 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy exits his side and quickly enters that of the prince. He gives him a gentle hug.
The prince relaxes slightly with the embrace.
>"Why mama is not comink back..? She always knowink vhat to doink.."

Mudy pats him on the back.
>"Your mother has faith in you and your brothers and sisters to do the right thing for your people. She is not coming back because she a legendary figure of great power--and I suspect she fears the pain that would be brought into the world if people like her were to confront the Skullking directly. It is up to people like us to lessen the pain in the world, not with great battles, but by uniting the people of the world and mending old divisions to face a common foe."

Prince Darkmoon Katana let's his arms slump at his side and rests his head against Mudy's chest. Mudy can feel the slight shocks from his sobbing.
>"Am beink so scared.. Not knovhink if can beink strong enough."
, he stammers.
>"..I.. I shall supportink you. Is beink only think I can do. Please be takink care of rest, Mudy Latral.."

>>14206
Wait for him to stop crying. Gently take your arms off him.
"Thank you, Prince Katana."
Take your leave.

Now... do we even bother with Bolt?

"Thank you, Prince Katana. That takes a lot of strength." Hug him a moment longer, then step back, bow, and leave peacefully. Linger a moment to make sure he is okay.

>>14206
"Thank you, Prince Katana.
You are far stronger than you know.
I promise you I will do everything in my power to end this war.
And end it peacefully."

"I will not ask you to do anything you do not wish, Prince Katana. Besides, all great movements need a spiritual compass to temper their ambition, and I could think of no one better than yourself."

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)14:22 No. 14213 ID: fb5d8e
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>"Thank you, Prince Katana. You are far stronger than you know. I promise you I will do everything in my power to end this war... And end it peacefully."
Mudy hugs the Prince for a moment longer, then steps back and exits the booth to leave the prince to his peace.
He lingers at the door to make sure he is allright. All remains quiet.


Where to now?

>>14213

Well, we may as well visit Bolt now.

>>14213
Lets check out that Bolt guy.

>>14213
Let's go to Bolt. She may not entertain a Kobold though... worth a try, at the least.

Why not, we have the entire council minus her in support anyway, lets give it a go.

we might have to bring in our interracial party though

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)14:29 No. 14219 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy heads through the Noble's District to the palace wing of Princess Darkmoon Bolt.
The Noble District is very clean and quiet compared to the other districts, and its building much larger and more intricately decorated.
The few people Mudy passes look at him with disgust and contempt, but make no moves.

The gate into Bolt's palace is without guards.

We should remember to check Rapier's face when we get to him. Don't want any nasty surprises.

>>14219
Let's go in, then.

Strange, you'd think hers would be one of the most guarded. Oh well.

>>14219
Walk in... carefully.

>>14219
Proceed cautiously.

>>14219
Damn, this feels spooky. I mean, it is clearly an overt trap.

>>14224
A trap... for a trap?

>>14225
Yes, quite possibly. Or maybe even an Overtly non-overt trap. My god, think of it.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)14:44 No. 14228 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy enters cautiously. The entire building seems abandoned.
He follows the silence to the central hall.

>>14228
Pay no attention to them, Mudy. They've just seen something INCREDIBLY SEXY! Just skip over them and move on.

>>14228
I vote fo getting the fuck out of there. Run Mudy, run!

Get the fuck out before we're blamed for this or we find out who did it. Return later with Raital or Tote or someone who can protect our shit.

>>14228
"ALRIGHT CALAVERA
I SEE WHAT YOU'RE DOING HERE AND IT'S NOT GOING TO WORK."

Dont even think about getting blood on that dress missy.

>>14228
There's blood on them.... THIS IS PROOF THAT RAITAL IS CHEATING ON YOU!

>>14228

If I see that damn Calavera one more time!

Don't RUN, that is suicidally implicating!

Slowly walk out the front door.

>>14228
Fuck off, a Perfect council was not to be.

>>14228
Call for help. Immediately. Or we WILL be framed.

Get the fuck out.

Say, "Guards! Guards! Help! Murder!"

Hope drow guardsmooks are less retarded than elvish guardsmooks.

>>14231
>>14232
Second. Get the bloody hell out of there.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)14:49 No. 14243 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy hears footsteps approaching from behind.

>>14241
NO NO
WRONG
BAD
This is the RACIST side of town, if we call the guards we're DEFINITELY going to get blamed for this.

>>14243
No way.

...Totenkopf?

>>14243
Shit. Hide, maybe? If it's Calavera then we are fucked if we run and he sees us.

>>14245
Maybe Calavera

>>14243
Say hello to Calavera.
Tell him this plan is very predictable.

>>14248
Bleeding eyeholes.
Say hello to the shapeshifting feline.

>>14248
Wait...
>Bleeding from eyes
...
KUHRAL?

leave leave leave leave leave get away

From behind? Turn around.

>>14243
Ah piss its Calavera again. I vote we gtfo. I mean if we press on it looks like we just killed a dark elf national. Not good for the whole persuasion thing.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)15:02 No. 14255 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy makes a mad dash across the hall and jumps behind the decorative vase. He's just able to turn around and take a look when the killers reveal themselves.

>"Zis is ze last von."
>"All witnezes terminated."

Ask Hans and Gunther what the hell they think they're doing.

>>14255
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO NOT HANS AND GUNTHER!!!

Inb4 Cruise Control

>>14256
Do no such thing.

BACK OUTTA THERE AND RUN LIKE FUCK.

>>14255
This better not have been for fucking apples.

Explain yourselves.

>>14255
Find Hans and Gunther some DELICIOUS APPLES to sate their rage.

>>14244
call the guards

So you are saying a lone kobold took out half a dozen imperial palace guards without getting a single drop of blood on him?

"If you think I didn't kill them you have nothing to fear. If you believe I did kill them then I'm just going to do the same to you, aren't I? So let's just think that I didn't kill them and let's try to find out who did this."

"Also the royal family can vouch for me."

>>14255
Reaver, you viewtiful bastard.

>>14261
BLUTJAEGER KOBOLD

>>14255
Phew.
Thank god it's not Kuhral-
Wait WHAT
WHAAAAAAAAT?!

>>14261
>So you are saying a lone kobold took out half a dozen imperial palace guards without getting a single drop of blood on him?

We've been telling everyone we're a Blutjaeger. This is totally feasible.

Great.
Just great.
Now we lose the rest of our army.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)15:14 No. 14273 ID: fb5d8e
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>"IT'S NOT HERE! ZE DIADEM IS NOT HERE!! WHY DID ZE ELDEST DAUGHTER NOT INHERET IT?!"

>"What is ze plan now, master?"

>"TCH! We will head to ze Kraken Sea before ze other Darkmoons found out what happened. Ze Skullking will sort zem out."

>>14273
My mind, she is blown.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)15:16 No. 14277 ID: fb5d8e
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The assassins make their exit as quick as they entered.

BACK TO THE ORIGINAL PLAN

RUN RUN RUN RUN RUN RUN

Guys, why did we not think Hans and Gunther's loyalties would be reset when Calavera came back?

Mudy, duck into an alley way,climb up and make your way out of the district via the rooftops.

Totallynotsamefag!!V1AJL5LzHl 2009/07/26(Sun)15:18 No. 14285 ID: fda774
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>>14273

>>14273
Well shit.
That explains alot.

>>14273
Shit got real.

>>14287

Is now time to pose as team?

call the guards, explain what we saw, ORDER them to inform the other Darkmoons. If they accuse you of doing it, burst out laughing and fall to the ground, hold your sides and say ow, ow, I'm laughing so hard it hurts.

>>14290
Yes that will allay all suspicions, laughing at accusations has always proved an infallible method of assuring one's own innocence in an overwhelmingly guilt-provoking situation.
Nothing will quiet their concerns faster than rolling on the ground seized with laughter amongst a sea of corpses.

>>14277
I think it's time to get the fuck out. Quietly. Don't run, don't call the guards, just go quietly and quickly back to your comrades.

Find a guard, explain it to him with discretion, convince him to guard the door so nobody sees it and causes panic while you go warn the princes, then go find Rapier... assumming he's not Calavera.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)15:38 No. 14305 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy quietly and discretely leaves the scene.

>>14305
I'm thinking we need to head for the party, but if we run into a guard on the way once we're out of this area, report it.

>>14306
Don't report it, that is silly. Not to a guard anyway.

We are reporting this directly to Rapier.

Go get Rapier or any other Darkmoon and drag their ass down here. If their mind hasn't been set yet, this will set it for them.

Wellllllllllll...
This is bad.
You arrive in Firewater and soon after one of the royal family is killed.

>>14309
Yeah, valid point - preferably a Darkmoon we've talked to before who seemed reasonable and we told about Calavera. I don't remember who we mentioned it to, though.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)15:43 No. 14312 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy arrives at the gates of Rapier's palace for the third time.

Leave again.

The guards will realize there is a glitch in the Matrix.

>>14312
"I have something... very important to report to Prince Darkmoon Rapier."

"Can you send word to darkmoon rapier, there has been a serious incident. Prince Mudy would like to speak with him immediately"

>>14312

Just waltz in. Did they ever even stop us?

>>14290
Yes, mocking those who accuse you is a tried and tested way of proving innocence.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)15:49 No. 14321 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy passes through the gate without a word. The guards don't even flinch.
He immediatly makes his way up to the meeting room. Several people are present already.
The tone in their voices let Mudy know they're having a jolly good time.

>>14321
Find Rapier as quickly as possible.
"Prince, I have most urgent news regarding the council. Let us please go somewhere private so I can fill you in."

See who's at the table.

>>14323
>>somewhere private
>>fill you in

I see what you did there.

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)15:58 No. 14333 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy moves over quietly to see who is at the table.

>"..so I killed him! He burned and screamed for quite some time too."
, Mudy hears Totenkopf say, followed by a loud roaring laugh by Prince Darkmoon Rapier.
>"Is like havink new son!"
, he cries out.
Darkmoon Dagger immediatly perks up.
>"So is beink wedding tomorrow?"
>"Ofcourse! I shall makink preperations! I vhill be killink any interruptions myself!"

>>14333
Aks to talk to Dagger in private for a sec.

>>14335
Tot can come too.

>"I vhill be killink any interruptions myself!"

Back away sloooooowly.

>>14333
"I'm afraid I must spoil this jolly mood, my friends. The lichking Clavera has returned, Hans and Gunther have betrayed us, and they have already committed several murders searching for this..."

Produce the Queen's diadem.

>I vhill be killink any interruptions myself!
...Yes, well, let's leave Totenkopf and Darkmoon alone for now.
Call Rapier aside and ask to speak with him privately.

Say nothing. sit at the table. Place the diadem on the table so he know shit just got real.

Screw it tell them all everything, they'll learn about it sooner or later, it might as well be from us.

Same thing as before.
Nothing to be scared of.
These are our trusted allies.
Get the fuck in there and tell Rapier what is going on with the council.
Something to the effect of...
"Well, I certainly hope you won't be cutting me shorter. Terribly sorry to interrupt your good time, your highness, but I bring incredibly urgent news regarding the council's position, your sister Darkmoon Bolt...And your mother, the Queen Empress."

Despite whether Tote and Dagger hear, go on.
"The first and most urgent, your sister has been attacked by Calavera, the lich that had held your daughter in debt for so long and Hans and Gunther, two human soldiers who have been traveling with us. They were looking for your mother's diadem."

"Regarding the Queen Empress though, she is in the Oracle's Temple, alive and safe as she would be. However, she will not be returning to her position of power."

"In regards to the rest of your brethren, Princes Darkmoon Katana and Darkmoon Stiletto are for going against the Skullking, as is Princess Darkmoon Halberd."

>>14290
Stay in the sight of as many trusted people as possible.
Tote and Dagger serve as insurance that rapier isn't calavera.
Unlikely, but LOLMAGICS or he could be Kurahl or something.

Find out what is behind that veil of his.

"Hans and Gunther betrayed us for Calavera. They slaughtered a number of guards in search of this Diadem."

Reaver!mE1ODcDVTM 2009/07/26(Sun)16:37 No. 14358 ID: fb5d8e
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Mudy climbs onto the empty seat without hesitation.
>"Terribly sorry to interrupt your good time, your highness, but I bring incredibly urgent news regarding the council's position, your sister Darkmoon Bolt...And your mother, the Queen Empress."
, he begins.
>"The first and most urgent, your sister has been attacked by Calavera. He was looking for your mother's diadem. This diadem."
Mudy produces the headpiece from his pack and shows it.
>"I have found the Queen Empress. She is in the Oracle's Temple, alive and safe as she would be. However, she will not be returning to her position of power.
>In regards to the rest of your brethren, Princes Darkmoon Katana and Darkmoon Stiletto are for going against the Skullking, as is Princess Darkmoon Halberd."

Mudy pants to regain his breath after forcing out all the information he could think of.
A silence follows, as all eye the diadem.

>kkgghhh... hfffff....
>"IS BEINK TERRIBLE INTERRUPTION TO WEDDINK. VHILL NOT DOINK."
>kkgghhh... hfffff....
Rapier's dark voice rumbles harder than ever before. His heavy breathing returns as well.
>kkgghhh... hfffff....
>"LATRAL, BE GIVINK DIADEM TO ME AND LEAVINK CITY."

>>14358
"May I ask exactly why I need to leave so suddenly? And I apologize for my uncertainty, but I cannot give you the diadem yet. The Queen Empress has placed the task of choosing the new ruler onto my shoulders."

>>14358
"You are being awfully suspicious, senor."
Insist on him showing his face to you, preferably in private but where people can see you.

>>14358
'....no. The Skullking is actively trying to destroy your family and through you your nation, and he must be dealt with. All of your brethren are willing to go against the Skullking, let us use that unity and crush the Skullking, to never have something like this happen again.'

>>14358
Whoa whoa whoa.

Nobody said anything about stopping the wedding, bucko.

>>14358
Be resolute.

"The Queen Empress gave me the duty to appoint a new leader of my own choice. I will decide who gets the diadem."

>>14358
...

Let's give that a pass, eh? He sounds just a little too much like Calavera for my tastes. Not to mention the height similarity and the fact that he not only wants it, but wants us out.

Bullshit some excuse that you were not to turn it over to anyone but your choice for next ruler, apologize and start to walk away, then break into a run.

>>14363
I agree with Bob here.

>>14358
"I'm sorry, I had to interrupt.
And I'm sorry I cannot give you the diadem.
I promised the Empress I would give the diadem to the one I felt most fit to rule and I have not yet made my decision."

Fuck you. Don't give it to him.

>>14365
This, and point out the fact you don't plan on getting in the way of the wedding at all.

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>"May I ask exactly why I need to leave so suddenly?"
Mudy stands his ground.
>"And I apologize for my uncertainty, but I cannot give you the diadem yet. The Queen Empress has placed the task of choosing the new ruler onto my shoulders."

>kkgghhh... hfffff....
>"LATRAL.."
>kkgghhh... hfffff....
Rapier sounds more agitated, but Mudy notices he is trying to remain calm.
>kkgghhh... hfffff....
>"SOON BOLT'S FANATIC FOLLOWINK VHILL BE AT DOOR. IF SEEINK I PROTECTINK FOREIGNER, VHILL BE CIVIL WAR. HAVINK TO LEAVE. HAVINK TO LEAVE NOW."
>kkgghhh... hfffff.... KKKGGHHH-- HHFFFFFFFF---

The prince coughs and hacks, his breathing quickly turning into terrible wheezing.

Darkmoon Dagger looks rather concerned.
>"Papa.."

>>14371
Leave, but take the Diadem with you.

>>14371
...Well shit. What do we do now?
We need to decide on a ruler, but we can't have the city erupting into civil war...
And if we take the diadem with us the city will still be without a unifying ruler...

>>14371
Alright. Let's gather our companions and leave. With Bolt dead, we have secured the support of all of the city's rulers. Hmm, but the wedding...

>>14371
...I say we leave then.

This works out perfectly, in a way.

We need to be out of the city, and we need to spend time with Raital showing our affection and mellowing her out. Lets grab Raital, and head out WITH THE DIADEM and wait a few days before coming back. Hopefully, with all the Darkmoons who are on our side, things should calm down quickly. Then, we come back, have our meeting, choose a ruler/try and make it a council with taking turns at short terms as ruler or something, and head on our way to the Kraken Sea

Take refuge with one of the other Darkmoons for the time being and explain the situation.

>>14371
I can see that this will be bad.
Try to find raital, hug her leg, and begin preparations to leave.
Do not hand over diadem.
I assume Tote and Dagger will also need to leave (A cross-species wedding during this kind of crap?) and she can serve as a surety to make sure we don't pawn the circlet or something.

>>14375
If we leave everyone but Raital, we don't interrupt the wedding. Besides, we need some alone time if we are going to have any hope of a more healthy relationship.

>>14371
"I understand, your highness. Thank you for your concern. Allow me to gather my party and we shall leave as soon as possible."

"Though, please forgive me, but I believe it would be the best idea if the diadem left with me. With my sister with me, there is little chance of it being stolen easily. And if Calavera has any agents lurking in the city still, they won't be able to get their hands on it."

"Also, I would assume that your daughter and Totenkopf will be staying here will you, yes?"

Crap crap, uhh
First of all, don't let go of that diadem.
Second of all, leaving right now might be the best option. Follow Calvera, and clear our names. After that, we can come back and make things proper.

"I can't choose a ruler without considering all the options. Raital and I will leave for several days. If it is safe to come back to the city [use some sort of signal we agree on. maybe a red flag or something]. Until then we will stay out of sight."