Well, now that we have the stranger and Shenzi sorted out, we should see about blessed or holy gear. Gatling happens to have some angelic/demonic qualities, perhaps emphasizing those could provide a greater advantage against the demons infesting the castle. If it does turn out that Ean is untrustworthy, then we can just use him as a new host.

A party should be something we save for after we take the castle, right now we should save our supplies. What we should do is spend some time talking to our followers, getting to know them and increasing our ties with them. Also ponder which one of the gnolls to add to our harem.~

we should show the girl that thing we got from the old hag. and if she'll help us in any way she can like her mother said, surely a few drinks and good spirits woulndt be too much, especialy since she offred to "give us a reason to return"

Boy With The Broken Halo 2014/02/10(Mon)14:37 No. 561911 ID: a0ffa5
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>>561214
>blessed or holy gear.

Eadoo - I don't even know the first thing about that... Maybe someone in town can help?

>getting to know them and increasing our ties with them.

Eadoo - we'll have all week for that.

>ponder which one of the gnolls to add to our harem.~

Eadoo - Keehee~I wonder?

>>561831
>You gather the men and round up at the velvet pearl, the inn and tavern. As you enter you meet the young elf, she looks displeased at your sight, but not quite disgusted like with Martin.

Concu - such a large crowd of monsters... I hope you have the means to pay, we do not exchange pelts here.

Eadoo - it's fine, we have coins. But mostly I'm here to show you this...

>Eadoo hands her the bone slate, she glares at it vexed. Pondering it...

Concu - where did you get this?

Eadoo - old lady Baba gave it to me, she said you'd help me in my goals.

Concu - Why oh why, would mother want me to help you? If she offered you this it must be something big... What's your deal kobold?

Eadoo - I'm going to purge the castle of its deamons and become king.

>Concu looks even more confused, but quickly changes to look pleased.

Concu - normally I'd say you're crazy... but if Mama say's you can do it, it must be true. And if Mama wants you as a king I'll follow.

Eadoo - thank you.

Concu - But heed my words rodent. Make my mother swallow her words, and death will be the least of your problems...

Eadoo - *gulp* I'll see to it.

Concu - so aside from food, drink and shelter... How can I be of service~

>>561111
>>561148

Eadoo - Well, my friends and I have travelled far and suffered quite a bit, would a party be too much of a burden?

Concu - by all means, have as good a night as you can. Cheap stuff's all yours, but could you pay for the good mug?

Eadoo - thank you~ Gatling, is there anything else we need?

>_ _ _

Is she talking about accommodations, or about supplies to buy? I think we already have enough weapons, and I don't know what kind of equipment we'll need to tackle the castle. We should probably consult with Banzai when it comes to procuring supplies for the castle, as that is his speciality. As for what we'll need we should consult Martin and co.

As for now we should get rooms for those who are going to be staying in the inn. Any who aren't going to be staying in the inn can sleep in their tents near/with the caravan. We should also do what we can to convince the people of the village of our sincerity, starting with Concu. We don't necessarily need to convince them to follow us right off the bat, just increase the general opinion so that they are more pliable in the future.

I can't really think of anything besides hiring a mage or something.

If we're going to party, let's party. Banzai can help us decide how much money we want to throw into it, and we should talk to the group and see whether they want to stay at the inn, or rough it with the gear (we may want to make sure our stuff is guarded, depending on how much crime they have here). We should find out more about our new acquaintances as well. For all we know Ean might be a mage of some sort. And talk to our party members and see what kind of entertainment or drinks they want if we're going to have a party. Maybe a singer or minstrel works the inn, and I believe Concu said it's a bordello as well, so there's always that.

Boy With The Broken Halo 2014/02/11(Tue)14:16 No. 562081 ID: a0ffa5
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>>561932
>We should also do what we can to convince the people of the village of our sincerity, starting with Concu.

Eadoo - I want to be king and build a peaceful land using the power of the dragons throne. my kingdom will be a place of equality where man and monster live in harmony.

Concu - that's dumb and will never work, humans fear monsters and monster are bigots. Besides the dragons throne is made up folklore. *sigh* I don't get what mom see's in you...

>>562017
>see whether they want to stay at the inn

The gnolls agree the'd like to sleep in warm beds since its offered and they can store their goods in the back since we'll be here for a good week.

>how much money we want to throw into it

Banzai - we shouldn't invest much at all into it, especially since the lower class goods are offered... But paying your men might be a wise choice, I'd suggest two silver each, twice what Sister would pay them for a months efforts. If they want to spend it here it's their choice. Also if you're going to pay them, will you pay Shenzi? she's loyal to you it seems but its a question to ascertain, does she deserve freedom of currency?

>>561935
>hiring a mage or something.

Concu - you need a mage for something? Hmmn... can't say I know any this side of Allaria... Save for him... but you... Well if you're interested... I mean... I know a necromancer, a strange one, like really really strange, and dangerous. But if you really need a magician of sorts, you could look for him. He lives out in the woods, really really deep. maybe two days in. If you really need to see him, head here *pointing to a nearby map* you'll meet gnomes, they're tell you where he lives. But watch out, I'd ill advise going there.

The fact that the necromancer is "really strange" makes me more curious than I probably would otherwise be. But do we want to spend all the extra travel time on an unsure thing? May want to get the advice of our more battle experienced members about how necessary a mage would be going into a demon infested castle.

Pay the men? Definitely. Shenzi... yes, but is she truly like a child? Will she stay that way until she "grows up" all over again? If so maybe Banzai should hold her share in trust to be doled out when Shenzi needs or wants something.

Boy With The Broken Halo 2014/02/11(Tue)19:48 No. 562116 ID: a0ffa5
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>>562112
>maybe Banzai should hold her share

Eadoo - I agree. Shenzi, this is your big brother Banzai, here is some spending money for you, but I'm leaving it in his hands, if you need anything don't hesitate to tell him.

Shenzi - oh... O-okay... I guess?

Banzai - don't worry Shenzi, it's safe with me, it's just so you don't loose it on something you might not understand.

Shenzi looks displeased, but she seems to understand.

>get the advice of our more battle experienced members about how necessary a mage would be going into a demon infested castle.

you travel upstairs to where you're told the knight and creep are. Creep is sleeping when you arrive and the nobles are in contemplation.

Eadoo - Hi, how's our poor girl?

Martin - she's fine, ate three spoon fulls and complained about her poor stomach, then went to sleep.

Eadoo - yeah... her belly is probably all shriveled up from not eating, it'll take time for her to get better.

Martin - did you get what we came here for?

Eadoo - oh yeah! everything and more, I've been needing to ask you, do you know anything about ridding castles of demonic incursions?

Martin - excuse me?

Eadoo - Yeah, we're going to rest here for a week or so and then go uphill and capture the castle. Kill off all the demons inside or maybe become friends with them, then it will be my castle and I'll claim this village as mine. The village elder agreed to it, she even told me it was fated.

Martin - ...

Eadoo - isn't this great?

Boy With The Broken Halo 2014/02/11(Tue)19:48 No. 562117 ID: a0ffa5
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Eadoo - is... is something wrong?

>Martin looks furious.

Martin - you brings us to this town and demand we clothe and feed the first beggar you meet! You demand the royal holy princess to spoon feed her at that! Have us suffer the persecutions of these hateful peasants and demand we wait here for a week when we must make haste to our capital city, for our king is waiting! and then... And then!! You dare ask me to help you seize a castle and a village in your name?! A castle that is in the land of my king! The king I pledged my life to!

Eadoo - eum... I didn't m-

Martin - Do you realize this is an act of war!? You are a kind spirit Eadoo, but next time we meet, I fear we shall be enemies...

Eadoo - I... I'm sorry... it's not...

Martin - Come princess, we are leaving. We shall be home as soon as possible.

>Martin leaves the party<
>Rozalin leaves the party<

Boy With The Broken Halo 2014/02/11(Tue)19:48 No. 562118 ID: a0ffa5
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Martin - Roland. we're leaving, we shall not endure anymore of this filth.

Roland - ...

Martin - Roland! Did I not make myself perfectly clear?

Roland - I'm staying with Eadoo...

Martin - what did you say...

Roland - I am staying with lord Eadoo, he is my king now.

>Martin gringes in red hot fury

Martin - You are sworn to king Dukkan, your uncle!

Roland - she said you would never understand...

>Martin draws his blade

Martin - You will follow us back to the capitol and beg for forgiveness for these Heretical Actions!

Roland - *Sigh*

Boy With The Broken Halo 2014/02/11(Tue)19:48 No. 562119 ID: a0ffa5
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>Roland pulls his sword from its sheath, with a flash of light is shapes into a sleek, elegant sword of divine grace

Martin - wh-where did you get that? That is my masters sword!

Roland - Durandala has chosen me. And my light is not my uncles shadow...

>Martin grinds his teeth furiously and sheaths his sword.

Martin - Fine! If you will stay with a rat and steal your uncles land, so be it! come now Rozalin...

>They leave swiftly

Roland - *sigh* What a mess...

Nice sword Roland I hope you know how to use it cos I see this gettin ugly quickly

Oh. That was... Unexpected... Hrrm.
Martin DOES have a point though- we claim this town, we'll be at odds with the King unless we can somehow negotiate the takeover as legal and fair.
Something tells me we should be paying much more attention to WHY our allies are with us and to what end- losing Martin and Rozalin means a major loss in relations...

Roland ya bastard, glad to see ye made up yer mind ter join us! Full-heartedly, I hope. Why though?

>>562119
Martin: An act of war? Hardly. You know how this works; a kingdom is exactly as large as the area the king can control. The moment he lost control of the castle to demons is the moment he lost these lands. You yourself even admitted he hasn't been unwilling or unable to send in forces to secure this land against roving bandits, and objected to these people being taxed while receiving no benefit.
If you truly believe these to be your king's lands, then it is your duty to secure them against threats; Which threatens the most harm to the kingdom? Eadoo, or the demons and bandits?
Would it not be easier for your admittedly-struggling kingdom to convince Eadoo to accept a position as vassal?

What of Roland? His decision is by order of a divine artifact, and when he spoke it shone with holy light. Clearly his choice is supported by the divine.

And what of Rozalin? The only way for her to be secreted from her bedroom was for her kidnappers to have aid from inside the castle; you would return her to place where enemies of the crown lurk and subject her to further danger?
Even if you are unwilling to remain, Eadoo swore to protect Rozalin while she is with us. Until the traitors inside the royal castle have been removed there is no safer place for her than with us.
Yes, Eadoo has asked Rozalin to do humiliating things, but as a means to teach her humility. You're a knight, you know the value of humility.

If you still insist on leaving, and still insist on taking Rozalin with you, then take one of our daggers. We have no love for the king, but we see Rozalin has the potential to be a good ruler and we would like to help her live to that potential - which, naturally, requires that she live.

>>562118
So walking off for the person who would bend over backwards to help you.

Have you even heard of the mandate of heave.

I a land is withering its leaders hated and all is full of strife, then the leader has lost their right to rule. It becomes the champions place to rise up and remove them.

An Little Eadoo has no desire to over throw your king. Only to make a place where all kinds are welcome. And has you king be welcoming? Is he really a good fair man to all?


Nulla è reale, tutto è permesso
Nothing is real, everything is permitted

>>562136
I think they already left, but if not, then pretty much everything he said. Let's also appeal to Ros, as she is after all the princess. Doesn't she have the right to decide where she should be. Does she feel safe going home with no sure ally except Martin? After seeing the state of things here and knowing that the town lives under the shadow of demons, does she really think her father had done all he should as these people's king?

We also have the option of trying to restrain them by force. If we really are going to end up at war with an established nation, having its princess in hand will be a major bargaining chip. We can justify it as protecting the heir from a corrupt and assassin filled government until the land can be returned to its rightful state. I personally don't think it's worth the risks, but it's something to consider

Ask away to roland, but we should check up on eadoo. i hope that didn't hurt her too much

Ten bucks says they'll manage to get in trouble without us around to save their asses anyways.

Don't worry, we'll see them again later.

Boy With The Broken Halo 2014/02/17(Mon)18:23 No. 563228 ID: a0ffa5
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>>562120
Roland - I can hold my own, don't worry about me.

>>562125
Roland - No one is sure of what's going to happen, but it's not going to be good. Durendala tells me to serve Eadoo and I shall, I do not share her ideals, but I am a servant of love. *sigh* my mistress would like to speak to you tonight... You have my permission to invade my dreams tonight and tonight only. Listen well soul eater. If you even so much as nibble on my sword I will cut you so deep no amount of souls will save you!

>>562136
>>562138
>Though your words are heartfelt and true, they fall on daft ears as they are no longer in your party.

Boy With The Broken Halo 2014/02/17(Mon)18:25 No. 563229 ID: a0ffa5
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>>562169
>Eadoo's feelings are deeply hurt by Martins advances. Though she tries to be strong in front of her men tears still run, causing a confused Shenzi to start to cry as well.

Banzai - alright guys, clear out, leave the mistresses alone... Barkeep! a round of your cheapest!

Not everyone shall share our views, we have to cut our losses.

Friends will become enemies, enemies become friends. Whether by force or by diplomacy.

As for your sword roland, we do not plan to touch your sword, unless it should cut us first. We do not make a habit of fighting those who have laid down their arms before us.

aawww don't feel bad eadoo. He'll be back im sure. But dont cry, you're making shenzi sad. Come on now what would make you happy? Booze, sausage, chocolate, icecream, massage, blowjob? tell us how to make you smile.

Eadoo, try not to take this too hard. It's going to be impossible to please everyone with the goals you're trying to achieve. You did nothing wrong, and Martin made his own choices. There's no telling what will come, so perhaps it will all turn out for the best. For now, be strong for the men and Shenzi. You may also want to get to know Roland a bit more - or perhaps leave it to us to learn his story tonight.

Once Shenzi is calm, maybe you want to join the party? Despite Martin and Roz leaving, you all have a lot to celebrate, and you should enjoy yourself if you can. The gnolls would probably appreciate knowing their boss respects them enough to share a few drinks, too. Get drunk, have fun, get laid (a bar/brothel is a good place to find someone to expand that harem you like to talk about after all). Let your worries go for now and join the party.

Or, if you really don't feel up to it, use this time to strengthen your bonds with some of your(perhaps) less party hearty companions and acquaintances. You have a major challenge on the horizon and the more solid allies you have the better your chances will be. Whatever you do, don't let Martin's abandonment sour the mood for the rest of your group or your own.

Oh... and how's Creep now, you should check on her probably... did she still really want to die?

Send a gnoll runner to give them our spare blade.
Once Martin and Roz HAVE that, this: >>562136

>>563524
Don't like the idea of giving part of us to someone who believes we are their enemy.

>>563524

Don't like this idea as well, bad form to give them it incase they feel the desire to study us and try to gain an advantage over us.

>>563570

No, if they're against us we're done helping them for now. If they think they're fine without us then let them keep thinking that.

Boy With The Broken Halo 2014/02/20(Thu)14:41 No. 563637 ID: a0ffa5
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>>563301
>>563341

Eadoo - I know... It's just... *sniff* I'll try to be strong...

Shen - don't be sad mommy! please...

Eadoo - it's okay... *sniff* it's okay...

>>563519

Eadoo - you're right *sniff* you're right... I wont let this get to me... I'll go down to the party in a bit, maybe wash my face first... I could use a bite to eat... never drank alcohol before, is it good? I hear its good.

>how's Creep now

>The armless girl rolls over, looking around her as if she can't believe she's still in a bed and not in the streets.

Eadoo - how are you feeling miss?

Creep - I... I'm fine... thank you...

Eadoo - did you like the meal? you can have more if you like~

Creep - it... it was the the best... Can I have some more?

Eadoo - of course, eat all you want~Teehee

>Eadoo feeds the girl spoon full after spoon full of hot soup with steaming bits of sausage as the hungry gal gulps it down.

Eadoo - did you have enough? I'm told your stomachs probably really small. Don't worry you'll be eating regular potions in no time.

>Creep, flops over on the bed and starts crying.

Eadoo - oh ah... euh I'm s-sorry... I'm sorry, w-what did I do wrong?

Creep - it's sooo goood... *sniff* this bed is so soft... you're... you're so nice! *sniff* I can't... I can't remember ever being so happy... *sniff* I'll never be able to repay you...

Eadoo - Aww don't worry about that. It's my pleasure to help another in need. If you really want to repay me, just stick with me and smile when you're happy. Look, see that castle? by monday if all goes as planned, you'll be living in it with me.

Creep - r-r-really?! in *sniff* in a castle?!

Eadoo - yup~ you can even sleep with me in the kings bed if you like.

>Creep blushes like a tomato

Eadoo - oh! ah I... didn't mean it like that... eum... hahaa...

Creep - n-no... it's okay... You... you should use me...

Eadoo - nonono... I'll have a harem, but don't join out of guilt. you're my friend, first and foremost. come on, let's get you dressed and go down stairs to have a drink, shall we?

>Anything before party montage?
>_ _ _

>>563637
>Anything before party montage?

Nah, just have fun. There's a castle full of demons around the corner, you should all live it up tonight.

Well, we don't got a body. Gotta be the DD on this one. Let's keep a watch over everyone and make sure nothing bad's gonna happen.

One thing, we pulled the second shard out of Shenzi, one is being forged but the other is now free, should we consider getting it forged too? There're a few days before we go to the castle, right? Maybe it's not a good idea to have both blades reforged at the same time, but if the first is done soon, perhaps reforge the second? Or if the blacksmith's is close enough for psychic communication still then maybe do have them both reforged now?

Boy With The Broken Halo 2014/02/25(Tue)13:46 No. 564293 ID: a0ffa5
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>>563788
>It's safe to presume the dwarf has his mits full with your orders, but perhaps things will change.

>>563663
>You make sure, during the entire night, that no one gets hurt, both morally and physically.

>>563649
>Eadoo, Shenzi and Creep gather down stairs where the party is being held. It is merry and folks are celebrating their new friendship and the birth to be of their new kingship. Bacon, preferring to be of service, helps the chefs cook meals for their guests, while the other gnolls mingle and drink. William though, ever antisocial simply eats a bit and help you keep order, acting as your hands.

Boy With The Broken Halo 2014/02/25(Tue)13:46 No. 564294 ID: a0ffa5
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>Singing and dancing, Eadoo and Shenzi happily shows off their bardic talents. And as creeps throat begins to re-hydrate she remembers what it feels like to sing~

>Eadoo's small body easily succumbs to the intake of alcohol, and quickly becomes intoxicated. The drunken kobold giggles happily and smiles all night long. Shenzi happily follows her mother's example, laughing and drinking profusely. She never looses her smile through out the entire night.

Shenzi remembered: [Liquor Addiction]

Boy With The Broken Halo 2014/02/25(Tue)13:47 No. 564295 ID: a0ffa5
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>The joyful party loosens up even the young elf. And with her husbands permission she takes in some well deserved playtime, after months of stress and bitterness. The two small creatures play and dance, quickly forming a close friendship that will most likely prove vital in the times to come.

>The party rages on until late at night, both in the tavern and in private rooms~ where and when most of the party goers eventually find rest...

>_ _ _

Yay!!! Good times for all! Well, Roland might be asleep. Better do that thing with those two.

Perv out on all the drunken sloppy sex. Or just have our dream date with Roland and his wife. Whatever.

also whoops we made a giant bodied child an alcoholic again... should maybe do something about that when morning comes. Sucks that Shenzi will have to deal with the physical withdrawal from her previous life.

Suggestion 2014/02/27(Thu)10:11 No. 564582 ID: 9f6bb7
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>>564293 It's back

Nothing wrong with enjoying alcohol at parties. Just make sure Shenzi has supervision and doesn't turn into a mean drunk.

Boy With The Broken Halo 2014/02/27(Thu)21:24 No. 564656 ID: a0ffa5
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>>564406
>You arrive in Rolands dream, cool mist fills the air as you are greeted by a white skinned woman wearing a cloak of water. Roland stands behind you, leaned against the back wall of the cavern arms crossed, garbed in golden armor and holding his sword firmly.

Roland - I've got my eyes one you demon, one nip and you're dead.

>The woman bows deeply as she speaks to you.

Durendala - Greetings Demon, I believe this is the first we've really meet. I am Durendala daughter of Durenden, the mist of wails. I would like to have a few words with you, though I'd rather keep it brief, as I'm told you're quite voracious.

Roland - *grumble* Why do we need such foul creatures?

Durendala - Bare you manners knight, these are our guests. Demon, as you may have guessed our lord Eadoo is surely touched by fate... I believe she may well be a black fated prince, if so she will weight heavily on the balance between light and darkness. I'm sure you know of the scrawled ones return... In Eadoo's youngest son no less... If left alone his evil will consume all life into oblivion, as it has... years ago... and this time around we will not be so favored...

Roland - the black Scrawl doesn't just kill you outright, your soul is decimated, destroyed, evaporated, no haven no hell, just darkness... for ever...

Durendala - Quite. It is a terrible fate, and this fate awaits us all if it is not stopped. How ever, I highly suggest to avoid charging straight at it like a wild animal, especially after the oracles words... There will come a time when we will face the evil in the void, and by my word we will stand at your side. But until then we must gather our strength.

Roland - Indeed, Know this Demon, I am not your ally, my blade arm is at lord Eadoo's will, not yours! But it is strong and true, I will not falter.

Durendala - I should comfort you in that the king will not call an attack on our precious town, not just yet at least. I'm afraid how ever, I cannot tell why. My understanding is best kept secret, for both our safety. You will simply have to trust us on this. Until then you are free to visit our dreams any time we're both here.

Roland - Wh-what?! No they're not!!

Durendala - Roland this is bigger than our home, it is important that our allies can meet with us.

Roland - I do not care, this is my spirit, my dreams. This is my special place, they are not allowed in!

Durendala - Roland... you must understand, I am asking you to be reasonable.

>Roland turns in place, angrily...

Roland - Fine! But *grrr* they have to ask first!! If you just barge in I'll kill you understand!?

Durendala - Roland... why do you fear our guests?

Roland - I do not fear them! They... they'll betray us, sooner or later, demons always do.

Durendala - there are less differences in demons and angels than you think young knight... Still knocking before entering is courtesy and I would expect no lack of manners from a demon. Ahhh! mmnn...

Roland - Durendala!! Are they harming you?!

Durendala - Forgive them, for they know not what they do. I'm affraid you must leave demon... *gaahh* I'm am sorry, I didn't... even... let you... speak... Aak! please... You will have your questions... next visit...

Roland - leave demon, this instant!!

Sorry if we are causing any harm. We really can not help our nature.

Let us know when you want to talk again.

Well lets head out and check on the rest of the party. I am worried that if we are not careful with Shenzi's upbringing we will end up with a very messed up individual. Might not be much we can do but need to be very careful about what she is part of the next month or so.

Boy With The Broken Halo 2014/02/27(Thu)21:36 No. 564660 ID: a0ffa5
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I'll be leaving for a short while, so I figured this would be a good place to end the chapter, I'll be back in full force soon enough, until them good night~

Also I'll report the thread myself in a few days giving anyone the time to send a final comment if need be before it gets archived.

>>564660
Save.

>>564660
quit.

>>564666
slap anon

save & continue

>>564666

Nuts to you, satan. Continue.

I actually am vaguely curious what quitting would do.

It's not worth the risk, though, so save and continue.

NEXT TIME ON LET'S PLAY EADOO QUEST.