Muschio 2011/06/18(Sat)18:48 No. 314826 ID: 543aa6
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Also, I should probably not tell Miss Openda I was dreaming about her.

....Yeah. You don't wanna do that. What was in the dream?

well, not about HER, about her past. ask if she was almost crushed by a pipe on her stove.

I'm sure you could explain it so it she clearly knows it was nothing perverse. But that would still mean we were reading her private personal memories by a psychic connection and that isn't really better. Let's just use this insight into her and not indicate we know of it.

Time to get up and make the rounds boss. At least see who is up and about. We could just check ourselves but its kind a pain for us waking people up. So damn grouchy.

The REASON behind your dream is that you're sleeping next to her weird sigil thing. Seriously, don't do that in future. It'll probably screw your brain up even MORE than it is now.

Muschio 2011/06/18(Sat)19:11 No. 314846 ID: 543aa6
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I get up. It's still fairly early to mid morning.
Finesse greets me as I exit my chambers.

>"Good morning, Master Muschio. You look well today."
"Finesse."
>"Dompag is looking after the prisoner. Ashedel and I are taking care of planning this morning. Ona is working on breakfast, and Babrakus is busy in his workshop. It's no rush, but once you're ready, you may want to head outside. Hookdon's men have arrived and will probably want to speak with you."

cool, thank her for her prompt report and lets get breakfast.

Let's head out there, see what kind of men Hookdon sent us.

Good thinking, wearing a glove over your stump to make it look more natural til you get a prosthetic one.

>>314846
Odd, but where did Finesse pick up the black tenchcoat deal and all, is that leather?

>>314846
Let's get breakfast first. It's good to have a full stomach. Makes you less cranky. More amicable. Helps diplomacy.
Also Ona's a pretty awesome cook.

>>314846
Give Finesse a hug and say "I'm glad I chose well in the heat of the moment."
You really don't want her to think you resent her for the loss of your hand, or that you regret your decision. These are both things she is probably thinking, and her performance will suffer if you don't take steps to counter this.

Physical contact is the most effective technique for reassuring somebody and convincing them you are telling the truth, and you would be a horrible king if you shunned this power.

Breakfast (for strength and energy!), then check on then new guys (assure your crew you care about them before anyone else), then meet these visitors.

>>314846
Why do you still have 2 hands in this picture?

Muschio 2011/06/18(Sat)19:47 No. 314868 ID: 543aa6
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I sit down at the mess hall table. Breakfast first, then I'll handle the Prince's men who await me outdoors.

>"Morning, Mister Muschio! I made tuber crisps and mashed arobaro with bits of venison. I hope you like it!"
"Thank you, Miss Openda."
>"You can call me Ona, boss."

>"Master Muschio, sir! Finesse and I have been working on plans for the immediate future. Would you care to discuss them over your meal?"

>>314868
Sure, why not? We can multitask. We've got two han-oh.

Of course we would.

>>314868
Remark on Ona's good mood.

Muschio 2011/06/18(Sat)20:08 No. 314878 ID: 543aa6
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"It's good to see you in good spirits, Ona."
>"Like I said, I love to cook!"

Ashedel lays out the map on the table as I continue to eat, and she and Finesse gather to discuss immediate plans.

>"Now that Hookdon's men are here, we have some basic protection outside. Since our Odds are currently incapacitated, we may want to start building aboveground. A few small shacks would be simple enough to make and could more comfortably house Wes and Pendle, and perhaps a few future recruits. We could even make a barracks if we plan on bringing more troops on-site."
>"On the subject of our two new officers, Mr.Khaneh has asserted that he may be able to control the magic gems that are currently disabling our Odds, but he will need a furnace and forge, and Mr.Fumo's help, to proper enact his plan. I would say a forge should be top priority for other reasons as well."

"And how do we stand on foreign affairs?"
>"In the Southwest, the reforged Kingdom of Dorada is rising again. Through its lost prince, Rungord Hookdon, we've already forged an alliance with them."
>"The Timore Woodlands to the west are filled with unrest but our Denlings haven't been able to pinpoint exactly why. They're in a delicate political position and one day soon we may be able to swoop in and unite them under our banner."
>"Information from Commander Coriander Salamander's Tower has revealed the city of Tela Cruz is in some kind of military lockdown. Through Commander Salamander we may be able to infiltrate the walled city. Rumors suggest inner political turmoil has led to the lockdown, meaning public opinion is against the Czar. Now would be an opportune time to strike."

Let's find out what this political turmoil in Tela Cruz is about so we can come up with a course of action. Perhaps we can befriend someone vying for leadership of the city, and help him rise to power, gaining another valuable ally, or even better, see if we can't manipulate the situation to take over the city ourselves.

You should go there, Muschio. Let's meet up with Coriander's crew and find a way into the city.

>>314878
So, situation unknown in the woods, possible opportunity in the city? While the woods are like, right there and it would be quick to investigate, the city could stabilize and taking them by any sort of force would be impossible.

Hmm. Maybe we can manage both? I remember that the goblins in the forest thought that the other village was all WEIRD, when they seemed to be basically the same to us. Perhaps Finesse (being a goblin and a hell of a sharp one at that) could go check on that, while another group travels to infiltrate the city?

Oh, and you had assigned Ashedel to go recruiting in the Timore Woodlands, right? While she's there, ask her to find out more information about the unrest there.

Receive respect from your followers.. like boss. Strike that shit.

Muschio 2011/06/18(Sat)20:26 No. 314884 ID: 543aa6
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All right.
"Here's the plan. Once I'm done eating I'll meet with Hookdon's men outside and make sure they're stationed without trouble. Then I'll be assembling a small group to head to Coriander's Tower with me. We'll proceed from there to Tela Cruz. Finesse, I may need you to investigate the Timore Woodlands, see if you can learn more about the situation there."
>"Aye-aye."
>"Yes, Master Muschio."
"Before I leave, I'll have to decide who's going to be in each of the two groups, and who's going to be staying at the base. I may also get a list of supplies to bring."
>"Understood."

"Until then, I need you all to be prepared to leave at a moment's notice. Time will be of the essence in today's efforts."

>>314884

I assume you still have the rapier from the bug kingdom. If so, take that along with you.

>>314884
Well, I suppose we should get to it then.
Time is one of our most valuable resourses.

Bring Ashedel with you to Tela cruz and send Tislomer with Finesse. (Also could we get a full list of our resources?)

Muschio 2011/06/18(Sat)21:26 No. 314902 ID: 543aa6
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Yes. I'll get to it as soon as I'm done eating.

"Morning, Wes. New quarters to your liking?"

>>314902
Ruffle his head fluff and yell "HEY CHAMP HOW YA DOIN?"

Muschio 2011/06/18(Sat)21:37 No. 314908 ID: 543aa6
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I continue eating.

"Morning, Wes. Did you find your accommodations acceptable?"
>"Mngh."

>>314908
...Ask Ona to make more food.

Let's switch our perspective over to Wes.

Does coffee exist in this universe? 'cause it looks like he needs a cup or two.

Honestly, I like him better like this than all spazzed out. Let him be, even if he were awake he wouldn't be too useful right now.

Go out and meet your new troops.

I think this situation does need a little investigating. Maybe not now though. If Wes continues to be sleep deprived it will certainly affect the quality of his work and morale.

Wes isn't a morning person, then.

>>314908
Do we have any coffee for the little guy? If not we should see about getting one of those giant pots that people leave percolating at all hours of the day. Apparently it would be a good investment.

Muschio 2011/06/18(Sat)22:47 No. 314938 ID: 543aa6
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I head out to meet with Hookdon's forces.

I must admit, I'm caught a bit off-guard. This is a rather generous deployment of troops. It's not just a squad; it's a whole platoon!
There must be a thirty trained men here!

I meet with the platoon leader, a human who introduces himself as Ian Hyde.

>"You must be Lord Muschio. On behalf of the returned Prince Hookdon. We answer to him, and to Dorada, but for as long as we are stationed here we will protect this area and defend you and your men, and work with you as best as we are able."
"I appreciate all the help I can get."
>"We'll be stationed out here, a short distance from your fortress, in case of any hostilities. We'll keep an eye out for the paladins, but otherwise, my men will be doing their best to keep out of your way."

>>314938

"Have you encountered Paladins before? They seem like an unruly sort."

tell him that if they have any requests and your people have some free time you will see about filling them.

Commend the prince's incredible generosity, apologize for the current housing situation, and promise to put some effort into creating more permanent and agreeable lodgings as soon as materials and labor allow. Then go back in and let's split the party.

Ask if he has any recommendations for the location of stockades and the like.

>>314938
I think we will definitely need to build a barracks for these guys. Surely they are not content to sleep in war tents.

Ask for a rundown on the troops here. Are they all soldiers or do we have medics, or engineers... Are they receiving supplies from home?

>>314938
keep out of our way?
proper thing to do is embrace them... maybe not fully... but still embrace them in some way

it'd make for good reports back and they'll probably fight harder if it comes to it.

Let's get some barracks up. Maybe some makeshift housing until the barracks is done?

An armory is probably something we should think about for the immediate future considering how fast we're growing now... or at least planning to grow.

Muschio 2011/06/19(Sun)13:45 No. 315123 ID: 543aa6
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"I appreciate the respectful sentiment, but if you or your men need anything please, let us know. I'll set to work building you all a barracks for more permanent lodgings."
>"With respect Lord Muschio, that won't be necessary. We are perfectly fine in our tents, and this is only a temporary deployment. Prince Hookdon has stationed us here only until your own defenses have become more stable. We're posted here under all considerations of self-sufficiency, and a transport route to Dorada will be bringing us the necessary supplies so your own resources aren't drained supporting us."

Hm.
"Very well, I suppose. Thank you for your help."
I should probably have Babrakus start building out here all the same. We do still need additional housing for Wes and Pendle, and a barracks would be nice to have eventually, since I plan on having an army of my own.

What now, then?

>>315123

Think they could give us a hand getting a furnace and forge built? The sooner we get that done, the sooner the odds can get back to building and expanding.

Now we commence with deployment.

>>315124

We shouldn't ask too much of them, they're already doing us a big favor.

As for the party to go to Tela Cruz, we should bring Ashedel and Pendle. We're probably going to be getting involved in politics courtly intrigue, so his knowledge of law and history and his experience with royalty will be useful. Wes and Babrakus will stay behind to build the new barracks and furnace, and they'll have Dompag available for heavy lifting.

>>315124
I don't think they can do all that much, we should not expect them to have skill in construction or to put their efforts into that at the expense of their real jobs. It would be disrespectful to order these soldiers to do menial labor at expense of their duty as soldiers. But we can ask that they assist Babrakus with simple tasks requiring extra hands if he asks and they can spare the manpower. It will only get them home quicker, after all.

Now head back in to have a group meeting and assemble a team.

You may want to get Babrakus started the princess's cell first (to free up Dompag) and Pendel's abode second.

Unless Babrakus is needed to make the forge?
That remains the top priority.

I think Tislomer would be a good person to accompany Finesse, if only because she's also a local. Having the scholar to consult with could help on our own trip, and I doubt he'll be needed elsewhere. Babrakus needs to work on construction, and the smith is probably better off helping with or directing construction of the forge. Since our fort is currently defended by the army on our doorstep, I reckon Dompag can go with Finesse, which would be good since he's a big scary ogre and he's dealing with goblins. Obviously Geppa should go with him, and the task may well be good for her. Ona should remain home, unless she has any contacts where we're going. Ashedel could go with us to round out our party, considering she's from Coriander's Tower, she may well be of use here. If she knows nothing of this place, however, she probably wouldn't be too useful anywhere. I reckon she's still most useful with us, though.

perhaps you should ask Babs or Wes what would be required for the forge so you can get started on it as soon as possible. maybe form a third team for a supply run if necessary and feasible.

>>315132

Dompag ought to stay behind either way, to keep an eye on his 'sister' so she doesn't burn down our base while we're gone.

>>315130

I agree. these people may be touchier then they look, and may be hurt by being asked to work as simple peons. if we had a young and attractive elven archaeologist to do the asking for us it might've worked, but alas.

Muschio 2011/06/19(Sun)15:11 No. 315140 ID: 543aa6
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Very well. I'll head inside and have a meeting with my officers to divide them up to three groups: One to the goblin and kobold villages to the west, one to accompany me east to Salamander Tower and on to Tela Cruz, and one to stay here and work on construction of a furnace, forge, and above-ground lodgings.

"I don't mean to bother you, Officer Hyde, but some officers and I will be leaving this morning for business. There is going to be some construction while we're away. We'll try not to impose on your men but if there is any help you would be willing to give, we would greatly appreciate the assistance."
>"I understand, Lord Malto."

I turn to leave, and head back to decide who goes where.
>"Sir! If I may. One last point of interest."
"Yes?"
>"Be careful on the roads today. On our way here, my men found the body of a young woman in a field by the edge of the Timore Woodlands. It was in pretty bad shape. We believe someone or something may be on the prowl."
"...I'll keep my eyes open. Thank you."

>>315123
If time allows, ask Ona if she's made any headway on replacing your hand. You're still not at full capacity, and that needs to be fixed ASAP.

As much as Ash is really one of your most capable minions, she pretty much needs to come with you if you're heading out to Corriander's place. It'd be cruel to leave her out. Bring Ona for support, as well.
Babrakus needs to stay back and work, so send Finesse and... let's say Dompag out to Timore. We don't know what's out there, and it's not like we need our doorman to stay at the door with a platoon at our gates. Anything Finesse can't handle Dompag can punch.

>>315140
A body? Whose body?
Don't just go 'oh, ok' and leave it at that, find out what you can from him then ask to see it yourself. This is potentially important information; we can spare the time to follow it up.

>>315161

50 bucks say we'll find out. it's sidequest time.

Muschio 2011/06/19(Sun)18:12 No. 315210 ID: 543aa6
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I should hurry, Tela Cruz is a good distance away, but this issue may require attention.
"Do you know the woman's identity?"
He clasps his hands together behind his back and shakes his head.
>"A young human woman. Judging from her attire and possessions, she was most likely a lone traveler. She wasn't robbed, and along with the state of the body it suggests attack by wild animals. Most likely it was something from within the Timore Woodlands."
"Is this sort of thing common?"
>"Not common, sir, but certainly not unheard of either. Even the roads are dangerous these days, especially in wild areas like the Woods. Just see that you remain cautious when you travel."

When you talk to Babs, make sure he has an eye towards further future developments, like maybe some fortifications of some sort.

This could be what causing all the commotion in the woods.

Slay the beast win over the hearts of the people.

I think the most this recurring mention of 'beasts in the wild' should be taken as is: Take a reliable bodyguard on your travels. Ashedel is first choice, since Dom is best kept back at base.

>>315210
Tell him you'll have your doctor examine the body, since you're ultimately responsible for the safety of people in your domain, and you have a duty to investigate, notify next of kin, and make sure she gets proper funerary treatment. This will make him and his people respect you more, and the information you get out of it is somewhat important - some of your enemies are animals, and spies often fake animal attacks to cover their tracks if an unfortunate person stumbles across them.

Since Ona is a WITCH doctor she should be able to get the victim to tell her all about what happened. The Kobold and Goblin villages are close, so this shouldn't cause too much of a problem.

>>315220

I suggest we refrain from assuming she can do that just because her job title has the word 'witch' in it. I think it kinda pisses her off.

>>315223
can ask before we leave if she can see the last thing a body saw or something. and if we bring it into the room with the giant magic symbol she would have more then enough power for it.

Muschio 2011/06/19(Sun)19:36 No. 315240 ID: 543aa6
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I call an assembly in the main hall, and assemble my officers. Time to decide who's going where.

"Today is a day of action. There is turmoil in the woods to the West and in the port city of Tela Cruz to the East. We must act quickly, and to do so, we must split up and cover as much ground as possible. I will assemble three teams:
Team A is going to be heading with me to Salamander Tower, then on to Tela Cruz, to see what we can learn, infiltrate the city, and perhaps gain what leverage there is to be gained over its despotic Czar. With the Red Mesas in-hand, Tela Cruz could mean strategic and economic domination of the region.
Team B will head west to the Timore Woodlands. They will need to communicate with the locals, measure the political atmosphere, see what's going on. This will be a mission of reconnaissance. Learn what you can, and report back. Don't do anything drastic, especially without my go-ahead.
Lastly, Team C will stay here to work on building up the base and its facilities. Primary focus will be on constructing a makeshift forge and furnace. Once that's done we may be able to diffuse the magic crystals that are impeding the Odds. Second priority will be re-establishing the princess's cell and constructing above-ground housing for Pendle and Wes. Should there be any time afterwards, construction on more homes and a barracks would be the best goal."

My loyal friends look on patiently, absorbing the information.
"I need to decide who's going to be on which of the three teams."

Wes raises a hand weakly after a few quiet moments.
>"I'll stay here and build the forge."
Pendle speaks up.
>"With respect, I should like to stay here as well, to help Wes with the crystals once the forge is established. Refining the peregast requires special procedures which my assistance would ensure goes smoothly. If you really need me in another group I won't force the issue, but any instructions I leave will be a barebones replacement for my supervision."
Babrakus leans back in his chair a bit.
>"I'll stay here too, to build."

Ashedel salutes, respectfully.
>"I recommend myself for Team A. I can protect the group and I have a familiarity with the tower and our liaison."

Dompag nods, hands folded.
>"Wherever you send me, you'll probably want to send Geppa, too."
Geppa slaps him loudly on the back, gaining my attention.
>"My bro's a big guy, he can take care of himself. We'll survive. Even if you have to split us up."

The rest of the group is quiet. Evidently the rest is up to me.

i suggest finny in team A and tislomer dompag and geppa for team B. if it is some kind of assassin using wild beast attack as a cover then having them watch eachother's backs would bea good idea

>>315240
Geppa, You, Ashedel and Dompag would make a decent Team A with sufficent offesive power
Team B seems most fitting to the support characters Tislomer, Finesse, and Ona for recon.

>>315135

I'm seconding this allocation of officers, with one condition. How much does Pendle know about Tela Cruzian law and history, and how knowledgeable are you about the subject, Muschio? If he isn't any more knoewledgeable than you, then he should stay behind, but if Pendle knows considerably more than you, then we need to take him along. Tela Cruz is too vital for our interests to wing it.

>>315240
Team A will be you and Finny.
Team C will be Babrakus, Tislomer, Pendle, and Wes.
...
Team B will consist of Dompag, Geppa, and Ona. For reasons that have absolutely nothing to do with hilarity.

>>315240
It's been a while, and relatively quiet, but where does Ridder stand in terms of allegiance with us? Does he stand as an ally to our north? Do you think we should get in touch with him? Perhaps he can send someone to help with the trouble in the woods.

>>315240
Hey Muschio, that pendant- did you try using it with the portal yet?

>>315252
point. have dompag in the room with you in case it is a fire thing.

Team A: Muschio and Ona.
Team B: Dompag, Geppa, and Finesse.
Team C: Everyone else.

>>315240
Okay. Let everyone go where they want to. Do request a debriefing from Pendle first. Dompag (and Geppa) and Tislomer should go with Finesse. Ideally the Tela Cruz crew should have at least one more person, but I have no particular arguments as to whom.

>>315240
Dompag and Geppa should be on Team A with Ashedel. If Ashedel makes the call that it's time to cause trouble then they're the best ones for the job, and with the army out front you don't need to keep Dompag guarding the homefront.

You, Finesse, and Tislomer should be Team B, since that's you and two locals. We aren't expecting much trouble, and it's not that far away. Even single-handed you're more than a match for most attackers.

Ona stays here to examine the corpse, since even without guessing about what her magic could do she would be able to tell a real animal attack from a fake one, and stands the best chance of reconstructing what they would have looked like. Ask Ona if her magic could help her learn about a corpse.

Muschio 2011/06/19(Sun)20:34 No. 315270 ID: 543aa6
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I should clarify that because Tela Cruz is so important and immediate a concern, I myself must insist on being on Team A. I cannot entrust even my most competent officers with this duty.

Team C needs no protection necessarily, given the guard force here, and Team B may not need any at all, depending on what the political climate is like in the woodlands.

But before I make my final decision, I'm reminded of the trinket given to me by Rungord Hookdon before he left. He said it might be a mannikin, so it's worth testing.

Dompag stands by in case of trouble.

>>315270
The portal reacted before when we touched the side of it with the mannikin, so do that before you throw it in.

>>315271
in the old setup yes, but with the new setup it may not.

Guess I voted a little early earlier.

A: Ash and Ona. You should have a doctor with you until we deal with that hand, and this is Ash's home turf.
B: Finesse and Dompag. Everything Finesse can't handle on her own can be punched into submission by Dompag.

C needs as many people as it can get, so leaving so many people back at base is probably for the best.

>>315278
I second this set. Everyone who wants to stay behind gets to, and we're covered on protection, and care for team A.

Muschio 2011/06/19(Sun)21:12 No. 315292 ID: 543aa6
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>"BEHOLD! I AM THE GREAT FIRE DEMON KNOWN AS EMBRADDEUS. FOR MILLENIA HAVE I SLEPT, IMPRISONED IN THE REALM OF ETHER.
>AND NOW, I AWAKEN, SHAKING THE ASH OF SLUMBER TO BURN AGAIN."

Dompag: eat fire demon

>>315291
Call out over your shoulder "GEPPA! WE FOUND A BOYFRIEND FOR YOU!"
Then turn back and say "Was it paladins that sealed you there? Because if it was you're going to love working here..."

>>315292
"Dompag, teach this gentleman some manners before he gets ashes all over the tapestry."

"Hi."

>>315292
"Oh hey that's nice. Say, my friends need to get a forge going, think you can help with that? Dompag here will carry you if you can't help but burn what you touch. If you'd rather insist on burning everything then Dompag here will eat you."

Muschio 2011/06/19(Sun)21:18 No. 315301 ID: 543aa6
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>"Nah I'm jus' kiddin'.
>I jus' like ta put on a show now an' den."

Suggestion 2011/06/19(Sun)21:19 No. 315302 ID: d4d2eb
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>>315292
Neat. Can you power a forge? We're building one and we'll need a lot of fire.

>>315301
Clap for that performance. It was beautiful.

This guy seems pretty cool.

What sort of abilities do Great Fire Demons have?

..."So...what are you and what can you do?"

Complement Burnie's flair for the dramatic, then tell him to report to Fumo. We have other matters to attend to; a full debriefing can wait.

...Unless you want to bring him along to burn ANOTHER town to the ground.

>>315301
Applaud his showmanship, ask if he can do bigger and scarier if needed. A little searing intimidation is nice to have handy.

Discuss him about helping to make a forge, or even to double as one to take care of a little urgent smelting problem.

Muschio 2011/06/19(Sun)21:32 No. 315310 ID: 543aa6
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"Welcome to our base, Embraddeus."
>"Call me Emmy."
"I would like to give you a more thorough greeting, but I'm afraid I'm in a hurry. Can you handle the duties of a forge?"
>"You kiddin'? I love workin'a forge. Jus' point me inna right direction."

Introduce her to Wes. I just know they'll hit it off.

>>315311

D'awww... they'd be so cute together!

>>315310
"The Forge is not yet extant. The smith is a fellow named Wes Fumo."
Find Wes and introduce them.

Also find out what this dude can do besides power a forge. I'm getting a feeling it mostly amounts to "be fire", but it's still a good idea to ask.

Muschio 2011/06/19(Sun)21:50 No. 315315 ID: 543aa6
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"We don't have a forge yet."
>"Hey no problem. I'll take care a'dat."
"Very well. You'll report to the smith Wes Fumo for duties."
>"Y'got it big boss. I'll do my best!"

>>315315
HEY

You know Geppa's issue with fire? We'll want to introduce the two carefully.

We better cancel all our orders to almost everyone for a forge now that the mannikin has it covered.

cool. guess wes and pendle can start on getting those crystals purified and the odds up and running again sooner.

>>315329
>>315332

We still need to get the structure itself built. We need more than fire to have a good forge.

>>315317
Definetly, we want Emmy to take care about Geppa. Otherwise things might get out of hand and nobody wants that.

>>315278
My one reservation with this plan is separating Geppa and Dompag, especially in light of our new minion. If she becomes troublesome back at base Dompag will be out of range to deal with her, and anyone else may lack his, uh, finesse.

It might be better to leave him at base (where he can also help with any heavy labour), and let Finesse depend on stealth (which is helped by the absence of ogres).

Also, tell Emmy not to pull his 'fire demon' act with Wes. He's skittish enough as it is.

just dropping by to say you might not want to send Dompag and Geppa on a potentially diplomatic mission, boss. you should probably take 'em with you.

I concur. Take the "bro and sis" with you. They seem like they'd be formidable backup, especially together. Sending Finesse on the diplomatic mission makes sense, as they're her people.

>>315448

It's probably not a good idea to send Finesse out alone, especially with whatever attacked that woman near the Timore Woodlands on the prowl. We need to send one of our heavy hitters with her, and with Ashedel coming with us to Tela Cruz, Dompag is the best choice to go with Finesse. Geppa will need to go with Dompag, of course. And let's not forget that Kobolds inhabit the Timore Woodlands as well, so Tislomer might be of help too.

>>315463

send Ash with Finny and Tissy then.

Group A: You and Finesse, considering you both work very well as an ambassadorial couple, if the trip to the Red Mesas have taught us anything. Take Ashedel with you just to make sure that you have enough defensive/offensive power in case of any funny-business.
Group B: Geppa and Tislomer should be a great pair since they both seem to be the most agile of the remaining three choices.
Dompag will have to stay at the base as a guard. We wouldn't want any uninvited guests (or paladins) barging in on the Vault.

You may want some fire safety equipment around the base, in case Emmy and/or Geppa get rambunctious.

Team A - Muschio, Ashdel, and Tislomer.
(Her tracking abilities could be useful, and she may find some new alchemical materials)

Team B - Geppa and Dompag can act as bodyguards for Finesse, as long as they let her do all the talking.

Ona should stay at the base; if there is a medical emergency, it would be good to have her in a central, static location.

>DiveQuest will never be finished

>>322455

>This has been said before.

>>322455
>>322529
The hell you guys bumping for

>>323125
Looks good, lets get this show on the road then.

>>323125

Yes, that is correct.

ADVENTURE~

I guess you could send scholarbug with Finny and take Ona with you, if that's what you're playing at.

>>323125
Move Ashedel to your group, since she has ties to the tower, and you are going to the tower.

yeah looks good.

>>323130
>Ona with Dompag and Geppa
>Rape thing
Seriously though I think she needs a break from those two

I think Ash should be coming with us for the same reasons others have said (and she said herself), but that would leaving Finesse and Tislomer unguarded. Perhaps a few of those humans would be okay tagging along with them, given it's just for defense - they're not going to be doing the talking.

Alternatively Ona. As much as she won't really offer any protection, who can say no to a girls' night out?

>>323125

Works for me.

>>323125
This division of labor looks good, and not only because it looks like ice cream.

Suggestion 2011/07/07(Thu)22:12 No. 323329 ID: b6ca92
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>>323248
Cannot.. unsee...

...the deliciousness!

>>323125
Hrmmmm... maybe Ash should swap with Dompag and Geppa.

>>323346
I don't think Geppa in that forest would be a good idea. I think she might have a hard time shutting up. This is just a reconnaissance thing, and she could get in the way of that.

I'm worried about her in general actually, as much as she seems to want to get better, she's got a long way to go. I hope Dompag can keep a metaphorical leash on her. Diplomacy's at stake.

Or a literal leash if you want to be a pervert.

Actually I think this is good.

Go Ice cream vault!

Ash needs to stay with the forest group in case of potential threat. With Dompag and Geppa, Master Muschio has more than enough muscle and he himself is all that's needed when it comes to negotiation.

Let's stick with your plan, boss.

Looks perfect to me.

We may have no precedence over memory, but that won't stop us from reminding you of the little things occasionally.

Before you set off, remember to ask Tislomer if she has any potions to distribute to anyone who might need it. You can never be too prepared.

As for Ona, she can use the rune you've been sleeping next to to aid you from a distance, but she needs a personal belonging or voodoo doll for it to be effective. Might I suggest a shard from the Orb of Infinite Psyche?

>> No. 331342 : Technically, Ona already *has* a shard of the Orb, as an implant. That's how we talk to her, remember? Still, checking with her about what she might use as a remote assistance focus is probably a good idea, since the orb has some pretty funky and sometimes unpredictable properties, as is asking Tislomer for first aid potions for all traveling parties. You never know what we're going to run into.

Actually, given Geppa's thing with fire, you might want to ask both of them about burn treatment and/or fireproofing things in particular. I don't think she will mean you any harm, but that one's a few apples short of a bushel if you know what I mean.

While I'm sure it would be possible to use the shard she already has to interact with the boss, remember exactly where her shard is located. Perhaps is would be a little more...comfortable...to simply break off another piece. I could also suggest the severed hand, but something so infused with dark energy is bound to only cause trouble with Ona's magic.

Oh, yes, and Sir Muschio, you mustn't forget to bring rope! Heavens knows what that fish has planned for you...

What's our Mana pool look like, anyway? Been quite some time since we've checked on that. I'm sure we can rustle up a few more Odd to get started on construction.

Just need to keep them away from that stone.

>>336162
The mana pool mechanic was ditched entirely in favor of just throwing the damn summoning items in the portal directly.

>>336254

Oh. I must've missed that. The mechanics confused me a bit. When'd that happen?

I think it was only a chapter or two after. Was never really implemented.

Damn shame, too. We might have been able to get more Odds.

As it is, the whole "one mannikin-one minion" thing seems pretty expensive, considering the rarity of said little dolls. Kind of hard to see how it'd be maintainable for a large dungeon.

>>339773
Step 1: Find dolls
Step 2: Take dolls
Step 3: Bring dolls to portal
Step 4: ???
Step 5: Profit

I suspect that glowing stone may be used in some way down the road to make new mannikens when we really start becoming a fortress.

I don't think it would be wise to bring Geppa to Salamander Tower. Remember who's there? Buster. Nothing good will come of this.

For the love of fucking god, stop bumping this thread until it actually updates.

Muschio 2011/09/24(Sat)22:35 No. 352254 ID: 543aa6
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Very well, the division of labor is complete.

Group A will head to the Timore Woodlands to investigate the situation there. Finesse and Tislomer will serve as intermediaries to the locals and learn what they can, both natives of the area. Ashedel will accompany them as support and emergency muscle, if the corpse the troops discovered is indeed indicative of some kind of danger -- which may, unsurprisingly, be tied to the rumored troubles in the area.

Group B will remain at the base. Ian Hyde, the human platoon leader, will serve as defense in case the Helianthus or any other hostile forces attempt another incursion. Pendle, Wes, and Embraddeus will get to work on the forge, so that we can get the necessary steps working towards getting the Odds back in shape, which will in turn get us more space and housing in our subterranean area - not to mention set up a necessary smithing operation. Babrakus, conversely, will set to work on creating above-ground shelters for the troops and officers, both those we hold now and intend to hold in the future. Ona will remain to tend to any remaining matters or health concerns, and because I do not think she is suited to accompany either of the other groups.

Group C will head to Salamander tower and meet with the Commander, retrieve the necessary intelligence, and proceed directly to Tela Cruz. Geppa and Dompag will accompany me as necessary muscle. I don't yet know what dangers to expect. Ashedel, our contact to the tower, has briefed me and assured me her presence is not necessary at the Tower rendezvous.

Everything seems set.

Muschio 2011/09/24(Sat)22:36 No. 352255 ID: 543aa6
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It will be a long hike just to get to the tower. But I suppose all three groups have their work cut out for them.

The only other question is: Where should YOU all be right now?

Group A.

I am torn between A and C. Group B we really don't have to monitor since they're holed up at the base.

I'm going to go with A.

Let's go with group A. We can rejoin you once we've gotten a start on our investigation and you've reached the tower.

>>352259
Yeah, that's good logic.

>>352259
Yeah, I'll go along with that.

>>352259
A sounds good to me too.

Finesse 2011/09/25(Sun)00:17 No. 352291 ID: 543aa6
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>"AN' THEN I KNOW A MAN WHO MAKES CREAM ROLLS AND THEY ARE THE BEST. SO AFTER WE STOP OFF AND GET CANDY WE CAN GO GET SOME CREAM ROLLS, AND RIGHT NEAR WHERE I USED TO LIVE THERE'S A PLACE THAT MAKES THIS MINT SOUP AND IT'S REALLY GOOD, SO WE HAVE TO GO THERE AFTER. OR BEFORE, WE COULD GO BEFORE!"

>"That sounds really good, Tislomer."
>"YEAH! I'm sooooooooooooo hungryyyyyy~!♪ An' it's gonna be SOOOOOOOOOO TAAAASTYYYY~!♪"

tislomer, you need to keep your voice down, you can talk but don't yell, okay?

>>352291
Wait, what was that bit about candy? I love candy!

oh my god cream rolls

>>352291
Tislomer: Begin singing "Cupcakes" but replace the word cupcakes with cream rolls

Sounds awesome but geeeeeeeeeeeez turn it down a couple o' notches, it's like you just want to attract all sorts of unwanted attention.

I thought we were investigating the trouble happening? If we attract attention, then GOOD. Faster investigation.

IT RETURNS!
HAGFLAGARGLEBLARGLBLBLBLWEEEEEEEE

And on a more serious note...
>>352291
Hello Finesse, I suppose we are headed by your village first, no? I'm somewhat under the impression it is nearest the edge of the forest, the kobolds living deeper in as the shy, timid creatures they are.

Finesse, it wasn't too long ago that you left the forest. Was there anything going on then that might be causing unrest now?

Finesse 2011/09/25(Sun)11:23 No. 352430 ID: 543aa6
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"Tislomer, don't shout. Use your indoor voice."
>"Why? We're not inside. We're outside!"
"We just don't want to attract so much attention. There could be danger out here."
>"Finnie, I like you. But sometimes you worry too much."

>>352428

"In case you forgot, there are a group of knights hellbent on murdering us. I'd like to keep as low a profile as possible."

yeah "we have those paladins that hate us, remember?"

Finesse 2011/09/25(Sun)11:37 No. 352443 ID: 543aa6
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"Do you remember all those knights trying to kill us? Or how about the danger that could be lurking out in these woods?
>"Oh my GOSSSSHHHHHHHHHHHH FINNNIIIIIEEEEE, why are you always being SO serious ALL the time."

"it's my job"

seriously guys WHY SO SERIOUS ALL THE TIME we have lady swordlegs to protect you

>>352443

"SOMEONE has to be. Now let's continue on."

>>352443
Grab her koboob.

yeaaaaaaaaah, pretty sure all this buildup and fond memories might mean that you'll find the village decimated. just sayin' you should be prepared for the worst; your group doesn't exactly look typical for this area and it'll definitely merit investigation if there's hostile forces about.

We have to be careful so none of us get hurt.

Finesse 2011/09/26(Mon)17:06 No. 352978 ID: 543aa6
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>"...that's where they said they found the body."

"Ashedel?"
>"Down that clearing."
>"I don't want to go see it."

>>352978
Be careful. Have someone watch your backs. The one who doesn't want to see it.

>>352978
Keep a lookout, and move forward carefully. Does anyone know the area well? If so, have them lead.

"I sure as hell do."

Tell her she can cover her eyes.

Finesse 2011/09/29(Thu)12:50 No. 353924 ID: 543aa6
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"Let's go check it out."
>"No!"
"Tislomer, come on. You can stay back and keep watch."
>"No! I don't wanna go near it! Someone else can do it!"
>"Calm down, Tislomer."
>"I thought Ona or someone else was gonna take care of it! I don't wanna go!"

okay, send us to Tissy. Tissy the sissy.

>>353929
Second. If Charmed doesn't want too see it, I suppose we can distract her for you.

>>353924
We can watch with her. Maybe if we focus right we can get a wide view of the area around her while we're with her.. though things look kind of.. simple when we talk to her.

CharmedFrightened 2011/09/29(Thu)20:22 No. 354042 ID: 543aa6
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NO! NO NO NO!
I DON'T WANT TO GO THERE!
I WON'T.
I WON'T GO NEAR.

DON'T MAKE HER GO STOP BEING MEAN ;_;

calm down. keeping watch means you make sure no one else goes near it. you don't need to go near it yourself.

>>354042
I think maybe magic is involved here. Anyways, you don't gotta go.

CharmedFrightened 2011/09/29(Thu)20:31 No. 354048 ID: 543aa6
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NO! I WON'T STAND GUARD! I'M NOT GOING NEAR!
SOMEONE ELSE CAN DO IT!
I DON'T WANT TO!
I WON'T!

>>354048
IS THAT SOME CANDY OVER THERE

>>354048
Why?

Then uh.. don't?
No one is making you.

>>354048
PUPPIES AND KITTENS AND FLOWERS WILFULTREE IS HUGGING YOU AND PROTECTING YOU

well if you don't calm down and explain yourself, someone's gonna make you. so chill.

I DON'T LIKE THAT THING THAT'S BEHIND YOU

CharmedFrightened 2011/09/29(Thu)20:54 No. 354067 ID: 543aa6
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>"Calm down. You don't have to go. No one will make you."
Snff.
>"If it upsets you that much, we can get someone else, okay?"
"Okay."
>"Okay."
"Okay!"
>"...Okay."
"Okay!"
>"...let's get going."
"Okay."

Okay.

Kay-O.

The vision seems strangely consistent for a hallucination.
Maybe we should test Tilsomer for latent magic ability/senses at some point.

Hmm. Maybe we should switch Tislomer and Ona, then?

SO HOW ABOUT THAT MINT SOUP?
I can't actually taste anything but that sounds delicious.

Charmed, what was with that red thing? Is this because you got blown up or is it something different?

What trickery is this?

I would ready weapons before heading down there, that vision was rather ominous. Send Tislomer back to the Vault to wait for you, or perhaps ahead to the Kobold Village if you feel it's safe enough.

>>354086
>>354524
People, people. The big red thing was just, in Charmed's mind, the imagined or symbolic version of whatever she doesn't want to see.
No magic, just a simple mind.

CharmedFrightened 2011/10/08(Sat)00:44 No. 356699 ID: 543aa6
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>"Okay. We'll leave it for someone else to take care of."
>"So, where are we going first?"
>"The Goblin village is our best bet. They're the most likely to give us the information we need."
"Uh, HELLO. Kobold village is way better, AND they have mint soup, let's go there."

no no, see, you save the best for last so you end the day happy. if you find something bad at the goblin village then do happy things you will go to sleep happy and have happy dreams. if you do the bad things last then you will go to sleep sad or scared and have bad dreams.

Charmed has a pretty solid case here. Unless Finesse knows of something better than mint soup (WHICH IS OBVIOUSLY IMPOSSIBLE) that is at the Goblin village then you should hit up that kind of rush at the Kobold village first.

just go to the closest one
because this kind of bickering is childish and that suggestion would eliminate any further bickering hopefully.

dude what.

mint soup sounds horrible. let's not go to the boldling village.

>>356740
This.

You know what would make mint soup better? Working up an appetite first by solving some mysteries.

Mint soup, then corpses.

Whenever you fellas get around to visiting the Kobold village make sure you check on that adorable cutebold girl Muschio saved. :3

We could just go with the closer village. And maybe we should practice jumping between different people, yeah? Accurate mind jumps could be useful.

Coming into this way late (I just read all of Divequest. Like, in the last three hours. :I) but I still think we need to check out where Hyde found that corpse. We don't have to send Charmed back there. She could just stay with Ash while Finesse investigates or vice versa. Either way, this giant cloud of evil seems pretty relevant right now.

Wes 2012/01/07(Sat)18:43 No. 378337 ID: 543aa6
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>"WATCH OUT, YOU'RE GOING TO DROP IT!"
"I'M NOT GOING TO DROP IT, H-H-HOLD YOUR END UP M-MORE!"
>"I'M HOLDING IT, YOU HOLD YOUR END!"
"I AM HHHH-HHO-HOLDING IT!"
>"THAT'S NOT HOW YOU-!"
"SHUT UP!"
>"I'VE DONE THIS BEFORE!"
"S-S-SO HAVE I!"
>"YOU'RE DOING IT WRONG!"
"I KNOW HOW T-TO DO IT!"

>>378337
WHY IS EVERYBODY YELLING
FUCK YES YOU'RE BACK

Lift with your knees! Get your hands under... whatever that is! Metal ingots? Stone blocks?

Lift your knee up under for extra support while you shift your grip around!

how about you put it down and each take half?

>>378337
WOAH, did anyone else feel like reality skipped a beat there? Anyhow.

Guys, chill... okay... one of you chill, the other one, erh... keep on burning or whatever you do.

Wes 2012/01/07(Sat)19:15 No. 378346 ID: 543aa6
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*SLAM*
>"You dingus!"
"WHAT?! YOU DID TH-THAT!"
>"Ugh. WhatEVER! Kee-ripes."
"Are you g-g-g-gonna help or w-what?!"
>"I'm doin' ALL the work! Your skinny butt can't even-"
"ME?! You're only like a f-f-foot t-tall!"
>"Well at least I know how to say a word in one try!"
"Why you fffiery little b--b----b-bitch!"

hatefuck

>>378346

Hey! Dudes! Chill out!

Calm down Wes. It's an elemental... they've got famous tempers.

Probably a bad time to ask but...what'cha doin?

Also,
>>378348
Telling the fire elemental to chill out? :3

>>378354

He needs to quit being so hot under the collar.

> "Well at least I know how to say a word in one try!"

OOH, BURN.

So hey, what seems to be the problem here? You guys are fighting. Why? Are you trying to share tasks, rather than splitting them up? I suggest splitting tasks, rather than trying to double team it and getting all your hands confused.

Wes 2012/01/07(Sat)20:02 No. 378365 ID: 543aa6
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>"Y'can't talk to me that way!"
"Th-then get b-b-back to work on the ffforge!"
>"Make me!"
"I don't make monkeys!"
>"WHY I OUGHTA-!"

So

what started all this

JUST FUCK ALREADY!

WES Bro stop this go do something productive
Fire chick you go stay away for a while

SHOO SHOO BOSS DOES NOT LIKE THIS VERY MUCH
The only people who get to act like bickering children is the orb of infinite psyche
Everyone knows you can't build something without beer what are all you doing being sober

>I don't make monkeys!
Methinks we need to expand our repertoire of comebacks.

Also, it's evident that this is going to end in a fight--barring the intervention of third-parties--so why don't you go ahead and sock that fella in the face. His giant, flaming, hot-enough-to-melt-iron face. I'm sure there will be no consequences.

If it does help you calm down, remember that, since you're all connected by the orb, everyone else in the dungeon will eventually know about this petty conflict and likely use it to judge your behavior, your ability to handle stress, and so on. You could wind up looking bad in front of your boss....or someone else...

Wes 2012/01/07(Sat)20:31 No. 378381 ID: 543aa6
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"S-SHE STARTED IT. You want to know how it S-SSTARTED? It STARTED w-wwwhen this little excuse for a d-demon dropped a load of BRICKS on m-my ff--ff--fffoot!"
>"WHAT?! No way, it STARTED when you couldn't mix mortar to save your life!"
"IT S-S-SSTARTED WHEN YOU WOULDN'T SHUT UP!"
>"I'LL KICK YOUR BUTT!"
"TRY IT!"
>"YOU RAT! LEMME DOWN!"
"WHY I'LL-"
>"HEY! A GENTLEMAN AIN'T SUPPOSED TO HIT A LADY!"
"YOU'RE N-N-NNNO LADY AND I'M NO GENTLEMAN!"

JUST FUCK ALREADY!!!

I don't care who started it I'm going to be the one to end it
BOTH OF YOU
GET DRUNK
RIGHT NOW

Wes, right up a list of steps to construct a forge and follow them. I don't give a fuck what happens, you people move on and on to build this fucking thing so HELP ME GODS

>>378381

I think at this point it's best to let them fight it out.

>>378381
Sounds like you both made mistakes. GET OVER IT AND STOP THIS INFIGHTING!

Hang on, you can hold the burning demon without getting burnt? Are you immune to fire like Dompag is?

"Wuv, true wuv!"

Steal a smooch while you're so close together. Emmy won't mind.

>>378381
Round 1
FIGHT!

>>378381
WES KISS EMMY

 

>Round 1
>FIGHT!

Get drunk, kiss her, beat the tar out of her....Muschio's subconscious is a dark place indeed.

stop. fighting.

>>378381
"She started it!"
"No he did!"

Fuck just stop acting like children.

>>378381
Okay, look, you obviously need to settle this and there's clearly only one way that doesn't devolve into bitch slapping and pointless bickering.

Dance off. Go.

ten bucks on the one MADE OUT OF FIRE

Ok see you obviously got a bad start so why not sit down and talk about it all quickly EMMY, AIM FOR THE BALLS!

Pendle, get in here and look at them over the rims of your glasses with silent disapproval.

>>378504
this, defintevely the best suggestion

>>378529
ffff definitely

Finesse: Take a break from writing your erotic fiction.

Even if he is a blacksmith, I don't think I'd want to hold someone MADE OF FIRE that close to my face.

>>378382

I'll set the mood.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9IywKS573k&feature=results_video&playnext=1&list=PLF0FE4BB0C0DA58A2

>>378531
Agreed
EMMY: Aim below the belt!

>>378381
Return to the planning stages.

Hothead and Cheese Eater, comedy duo.

Consider that there may be needs the other had that must be met. You two will be in a working relationship, so there will have to be some compromise.

Is there a little cart anywhere to haul the bricks instead?

...and if you two can't stop arguing, you might need a third party mediator. One who is well practiced in remaining unobtrusive as things are going on, and striking when it would have most effect.

Go see if the mimic would be able to mediate. Or heck, if it can even speak.

>>379213
I take back what I said before
,this sounds like a plan.

Pendle 2012/01/18(Wed)12:28 No. 380702 ID: 543aa6
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Absolute children.

Hey there bug bro. How long have they been going at it like this?

Indeed.

So, what's been going on at the base since the gang split up?

>>380702

Pendle. Status report.

yeah have those two gotten anything done yet at all?

>>380702
Would you mind getting like, a bucket of water and throwing it on them? This kind of behavior is not acceptable amongst our staff.

Pendle 2012/01/18(Wed)12:42 No. 380710 ID: 543aa6
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Very well, here is where we stand since the two other groups departed this morning:
Human Platoon Leader Ian Hyde has been managing security without incident. His troops are still garrisoned outside.
Mr. Fumo and Embraddeus have been... working diligently on the construction of the forge.
Miss Openda and I have been making preparations for the processing of the crystals which I believe are crippling the Odds. Our work is nearly finished, and once the forge is complete we should be able to put the last steps in motion right away.
Resident carpenter Babrakus has been gathering lumber and other supplies outside. I believe he is beginning work on new Officer housing this afternoon.

Overall, I would say progress has been above average, especially with the minimal supervision we have.

Think you can somehow get Wes and Emmy to stop fighting?

>>380710
A little bit of hard-won wisdom:
Competent people don't need supervisors to tell them how to do their jobs.

>>380710

>Miss Openda and I

thank the gods someone knows proper grammar around here. if I heard one more person say "me and blahblah" I would have... uhh... been really angry, I guess.

thanks for the update. need anything?

Since everything seems to be going smoothly, maybe somebody else could use some help.

>>380710
Tell them that one or both of them are going to get kicked out if they don't stop fighting.

Or maybe just tell them to take a break from working until they calm down and can discuss their issues with eachother like adults.

I'm not sure we *can* break up the fight. Might have to just let things take their course.

So...let's find something else to take care of around the base while those two are "working things out". Unless getting the forge completed is that much of a priority, that is. If that's the case just send Openda to give Wes and Emmy a good tongue-lashing and/or tranquilizing drugs.

Same guy as the last post. Just wanted to note that I probably should've emphasized the "tranquilizing drugs" bit in that post more--it may be a better idea than I originally thought. Stick 'em with a couple darts and the problem disappears!

'course, you'd have to wait for the drugs to wear off before construction could continue...

Pendle 2012/01/18(Wed)21:16 No. 380850 ID: 543aa6
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I'm afraid I'm not much of a disciplinarian. Perhaps it would be better to let them work things out between themselves after all.

I return to the table with young Miss Openda. She seems to have put away her witch-doctoring tools, or whatever one would call such magics.
>"Everything's all prepped for the ore, like you said."
"Splendid."
>"Are those two fighting in there?"
"I'm afraid so."
>"That shaky guy gives me the creeps. He seems kinda shady."
"I'm sure Mr. Fumo is perfectly harmless."
>"Maybe. I dunno. I'm just a suspicious type, I guess."
"Well, until they get the forge ready, there's not much we can do. I'm sure they'll have it managed out soon enough."

The stress is getting to them. They just need some time to cool their jets. Let em take some time off after they've finished the forge and then they'll realize how irrational they've been acting.

>>380850
Hey, Miss Openda!

Pendle's a bit too non-confrontational to set those two straight, but you're capable of going and telling them how to act, right? Do so.

DIVEQUEST <3 <3 <3

Ona, I feel like you're the best equipped to cool things down between Fumo and Emmy; you're bluntly honest, but in a nice way, and I think you can be intimidatingly in charge without being scary. Can you get in there and calm things down between the two of them? Maybe find out what needs to be done to make the forge and delegate tasks between the two of them so they don't need to work directly together as much?

Maybe we should focus on something other than breaking up the fight? Pendle seems pretty confident that they'll take care of things themselves. How about those ores? How's the work with them coming along? And why's Openda putting away her things? ...is it time for lunch/dinner?

you know what they say. the most harmless looking ones are always the rapists...

Pendle 2012/01/19(Thu)13:42 No. 380990 ID: 543aa6
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"Perhaps you should go in there and help smooth things out."
>"Are you kidding me? No, that guy gives me the heebie-jeebies even when he's NOT screaming."
"Well, I suppose they'll just work it out between themselves eventually."
>"Anyway, speaking of heebie-jeebies, I might go take a look at that body out by the woods. I told the boss I was going to. Want to come with?"

"Me?! T-to the... the body?"
>"Yeah, I'd rather not go alone."
"Oh dear. I - Well, I must say, I'm not particularly fond of scenes of violence. Especially where... b-blood is involved. I am just a touch... squeamish, you see."

Maybe you could ask Emmy if she'd like to accompany Ona, she could probably provide some decent protection and it would be a good excuse to split her and Wes up.

Only one cure for that, buddy!

Would you rather let a lady wander around alone in the wilderness?

how ungentlemanly of you, Pendle. I would never have expected such a thing from a fine chap like you.

Pendle, the circumstances surrounding this death are particularly mysterious. It may have been caused by some new animal or entity, one unknown to this region--if not unknown to this world! Learning more about it should prove both fascinating and useful. Isn't that reason enough to investigate? Besides, as a scholar you have a duty to seek new knowledge when the opportunity presents itself, even when doing so is difficult or dangerous. Get out there, man! Knowledge awaits!

I mean, I guess you *could* let Ona handle this herself, but she doesn't have a scholar's eye and may miss important details.

>>380990
Squeamish? Until recently you were a general in a civil war! Get out there and help Ona, you pansy!

Pendle, you're a huge pussy. Man up already, a dead body isn't gonna hurt you. Not unless it's a zombie, but that doesn't sound like the case this time.

Oh Pendle, I'm quite sure that the body won't have that much of blood left in it. You should just refrain from...you know, looking at the immediate area.....or tell yourself that red is in fact the natural color for grass. Green as grass is merely figure of speech anyway!

But really, as squimish and scared of blood you are, imagine the horrible, horrible guilt you'd be feeling if you let little Ona go out alone in the woods, only to get jumped by a big evil beasty and TORN TO TINY BLOODY SLIVERS THAT ARE SPREAD ACROSS THE ENTIRE FOREST TO FEED THE BIRDS!
Seriously dude, go with her.

Pendle MAN UP AND GO already. a little blood never hurt anyone. you even have to look at it, just watch Ona's back.
Seriously, what's the worst that could happen?
Ok, saying that may have been a bad idea...

>>382061
you don't even...damn typos

>>380990

If Ona goes, Pendle, you really should go with. It's not safe for one person to wandering around by themselves when you don't know what killed that woman.

But, speaking of, you might suggest that unless the two of you can get some of the soldiers from outside to come with you, it would be more prudent to wait until you have someone more combat-capable (say, Dompag or Ash) to come with you to investigate the body.

Before either of you go (and damnit Pendle, you're going!), you should probably get Emmy and Wes to stop fighting. We don't want them accidently demolishing the place while you're out. If you don't want to go near them, throw a bucket of water at them or something.

>>382095
Hold on, we might extinguish the little fire demon that way. Can't have that. How else will we roast the little marshmallows?!

>>382100
hmm i suppose you're right; extinguishing our minions may be a bad road to follow. i'm not sure how else to get their attention though...
hang on - can we talk to Emmy yet?

First of all, Pendle, man the heck up. You knew this job was going to be less than some cushy court wizard appointment when you took it. Time to put your developed mentality to work on the unpleasant things. Seeing as how there is a surfeit of troops up there, you might want to ask if they can loan you one of their own for a short trip.
Secondly, what are the uses of the substance when it is finally refined? Can it be forged into magic weapons and/or armor, used in alchemy, or something more exotic? We need to know this sort of thing to plan appropriately.

Just watch out for her while she does her work. You can stand guard, yes? It wouldn't be gentlemanly to let a lady go alone like that, now would it?

Pendle man, grow a pair. If you don't like blood don't look but your knowledge may help in identifying what it is that killed the poor girl. It's your duty as a gentleman and as a kind man in general to assist in preventing further loss of life.

This quest dead?

>>388845
Don't think so...
Weaver just finished a chapter of NANquest, so this thread maybe will continue in some days...
except he want to work on the next NANquest-chapter first^^
Give weaver a break!^^

>>388845
Weaver's working on NanQuest at the moment. He takes breaks like this pretty often.

Pendle 2012/03/10(Sat)00:33 No. 391597 ID: 543aa6
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Yes, of course. I wouldn't want the young lady going out there on her own, especially with the threat of danger about. If Miss Openda needs an escort, it wouldn't do to sit here...


"Well, if you're set on going, then of course I'll accompany you."
>"Thanks, Pendle!"
"Well it's... no problem at all."
>"Great. We'll go right now, then."
"Right now? Right now, right now?"
>"Unless there's anything you need to take care of first."

>>391597
Why you need to get your traveling gear on, of course. Don't you have, like, a gentleman's rapier or something?

Or maybe you need a touch of liquid courage, eh?

>>391597
Go with her now. Get some weapons or something first idunno but this is a very shapely young woman and you need to impress her.