Indonesian Gentleman 2014/07/27(Sun)01:53 No. 586081 ID: 3e51ac
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>>586080
In the next fraction of a second, the pier under the assassin collapsed, sending him to the murky waters below.
"What in the name of Gro-blblblbbb!!!"
His armor weighs him under the waters.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/07/27(Sun)01:56 No. 586082 ID: 3e51ac
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>>586081
You turn your gaze towards to where the knife goes, and surprisingly, there was Piedro!
"Byeloge! Byeloge!" He said, which is either a curse or a prayer, you don't know which.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/07/27(Sun)02:03 No. 586083 ID: 3e51ac
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>>586082
With the assassin problem taken care of, you find the party at the exit of the underpiers.
"Well, that takes care of that. Let's find the Monsoon Cutter and get out of here." Vesmir said.
"Byeloge! What do I do with this knife?!? Will I burn like Nyadec?!?" Piedro panics.
"Relax, I think you only burn if you get stabbed, or touched a body that's been stabbed." Moribe calms him down.
"Wait, I think we should ask one of the locals! They know where the ships are, I guess?" You said.

All the time, the bait and tackle vendor is eyeing your party.
>What do?
[] Ask the vendor about Monsoon Cutter.
[] Go directly to the docks and search manually.
[] Go to the fishing pier to ask other folks, that vendor doesn't look trustworthy.
[] Other (fill in)

Congratulate Piedros sweet catch and ask if he is going to hold on to the dagger or chuck it off the pier.

Go search the docks manually.
There might be more people after you and the vendor could sell you out if he knows which ship you are looking for.

Depending on how deep the waters around here I'd see if there's any way to recover the assailants body and figure out if he has anything on him that would let you identify him and whoever he may be associated with

>>586083
Ask the vendor. He's probably just eyeing you because of what you're talking about, and you just mentioned the Cutter in his presence anyway so what do you have to hide?

The knife's clearly too dangerous to keep.

Buy live bait. jab live bait. let it burn to ash.

Unless Moribe has the knowledge to make the thing safe.

>>586160
>Buy live bait. jab live bait. let it burn to ash.
That sounds like a good idea. Carting it around with the hope that we can find out where it came from is one thing, but not worth the risk of getting caught with it by the authorities, or it being tracked by Cast-Iron Tuxedo.

>>586081
So... Moribe cast booze to acid and it ate through the floor around him?

>>586082
Holy fuck, Piedro. That's crazy.

>what do
Ask vendor. If he makes us suspicious, we can knock him out after, or Moribe can cast amnesia dust or something.

Go loot the assasin/make sure he's dead

Recover the assassin asap, he just fell through a second ago, dont let him die before you can interrogate him!

If he is still concious when you dive down there, hang out for a few moment until he goes unconcious.

>>586083
[-] Ask the vendor about Monsoon Cutter.
[x] Go directly to the docks and search manually.
[-] Go to the fishing pier to ask other folks, that vendor doesn't look trustworthy.
[x] Other (fill in)

The less people know anything about this the better, and Felsa's home may yield some benefit to us, so heading back there first may be a good idea.

If the assassin is dead he is deep underwater, and if he isn't we don't want to be anywhere near him. Go search manually for the ship.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/02(Sat)08:51 No. 587602 ID: ba9652
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You ponder about looting the assassin. But it seems like being under 20 Kon (~800 cm) of water will make it hard.
"Hey Vesmir, do you think we should check if the scary dude is really dead?"
"NO. No. I don't know what other tricks are up his sleeve, he might be waiting for us to do just that."
Oh okay then.
"Uh, my arms are getting cramped from holding this dagger, shouldn't we do something about it?" Piedro asks.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/02(Sat)08:56 No. 587603 ID: ba9652
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>>587602
"Well, what if we get it a scabbard?" You suggest.
"I- I dunno... will it burn?" Piedro shakenly asks.
You then pull out Keeran's dagger, and pulls out the scabbard. "Will this do, Moribe?"
"Hmm, I guess so. So far, the dagger only burns its kills; the living ones, anyways."
You and Piedro slowly slide the accursed dagger into the sheath; at least it can now be carried safely, although it's kinda of a loose fit.
"Now, let's go find the Monsoon Cutter!" you say, excitedly.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/02(Sat)08:58 No. 587604 ID: ba9652
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>>587603
It was not long before you find what you're looking for: the Monsoon Cutter. And it couldn't be any other ship, because it's currently the only one moored that's big enough to be a smuggler's ship.
"There it is, guys!"
It seems like the crew is preparing to set sail; a plethora of cargo being lifted and people of various races being busy around the pier.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/02(Sat)09:04 No. 587605 ID: ba9652
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>>587604
As you approach the piers proper, you are stopped by a Hozith.
"Whoa,hold up there children. This part of the docks is closed to tourists."
"...don't care about that, Abel's dead- What seems to be the matter, Gnoros?" A Tharsian woman spoke from behind him. It seems she was talking to the big, armored Tharsian behind her just a few moments earlier.
"We got trespassers here, ma'am."

>what do?
[] "Wait, we're not trespassers! We want to be smuggled out!"
[] "Abel's dead, we saw who might have done it!"
[] "This Airfen here knows Abel, ask him questions!"
[] Other (fill in)

>>587603
So... Felsa has an immolation knife, now. *Evil grin*.

>>587603
Wait, dumb question. Dose Piedro really want to skip town with us and an unconscious Duke in tow? I mean, it made sense he wanted to save Duke from getting killed by fighting when running was better before, but now that things have calmed down a little...

>>587605
Yo Vesmir, you're up. (Maybe that package is worth showing?).

[x] "This Airfen here knows Abel, ask him questions!"

As soon as you can get a strap to hold that knife firmly in the scabbard. Is a nasty piece of magic but could come in handy as long as you avoid getting nicked by it.

Vesmir its your time to shine. Let them know what happened.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/10(Sun)02:50 No. 588918 ID: 0c98ee
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You are now Vesmir.
"This Airfen here knows what happens to Abel!" Felsa says.
"Ah, you're that guy Abel's supposed to meet, right? Now tell me what's going on." The Tharsian woman waits.
"Well, I was supposed to meet him in a tavern. He was supposed to smuggle me to Abstergo."
"I see, that's why there's some money added to the ledger that says 'Airfen business'. Go on?"
"So he arrived, but with a magic dagger on his back. And he burns to dust."
"Damnit Abel. Now all his debts are going to bite me in the ass."
"Well, afterwards we were chased by the guy who uses the dagger. We managed to sink him and steal his weapon."
"I see... so, you're looking for me because you want safety now, right?"
"That's one reason, I guess." You heft Abel's bag up.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/10(Sun)02:52 No. 588919 ID: 0c98ee
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>>588918
"The other thing is, Abel died giving me this bag. Can you tell me what he's dealing with?"
The Tharsian woman shifts her weight. "Plenty of things. Besides a certain Abstergo dropoff, I can't really tell you the details of his other 'cargo', kid."
"Well, how about we open up the bag and see, then?" You retort.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/10(Sun)02:55 No. 588920 ID: 0c98ee
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>>588919
A small scroll and a large amulet is inside.
"That's it? Abel died for this?" The Tharsian woman kinda stares in disbelief.
"Whatever that is, I don't detect any magic from it." Moribe pipes up.
"It's gotta be pretty important, the guy chasing us used forbidden magic in the dagger." said Felsa.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/10(Sun)03:02 No. 588921 ID: 0c98ee
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>>588920
You open up the scroll. A hastily-written note, presumably written by Abel.
"Wait, that's Abel's writing! What does he mean by 'get Caena safe'?" The woman exclaimed.
"Why is that?" you ask.
"You're talking to no other than Caena, spring bean."
"What's that on the bottom?" Felsa curiously asked.
Well, whatever it is, you've got to decide what happens now.
>wat do?
[] There's gotta be more to the amulet, right? Inspect it better! Can't be just some amulet.
[] Try to parlay with Caena, and get off this place and on a boat ASAP. Even if it means telling her about your secret mission.
[] Wait, what's up with the big Tharsian dude with the face-scar? He could help us, right? Talk to him!
[] Other (fill in)

>>588921
have the airfen check out the amulet while discussion is made with scar face for letting us tag along as free workers for passage. time to GTFO.

>What does he mean by 'get Caena safe'?
Well, you'd know better than I, but I would guess that means either he cared about you, or that you know something.

>the letter
...that looks suspiciously like it's coded. Especially the words are spaced irregularly on the horizontal, like he wanted them to line up a certain way. Especially with what might be a code key at the bottom. Is this a code you know, Vesmir?

>inspect the amulet?
Maybe give it better than a once over, but we don't have time for a full probing of secrets right now.

>what do
First order of business would be to attempt to parley with Caena. You already have money on your books for this 'Airfen business'. Will you honor that agreement in Abel's place, or do we have to negotiate further for passage?

>>588921
Bottom-left-left-right-bottom-center? Or b is "back".

I think the amulet has a secret compartment, and bllrbc is the combination to open it.

>>588966
OP. All i can say is that I deliberately sat this one out, so this guess is not who you think it may be if you are thinking. I think. yarrgh.

>>589758
What?

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/17(Sun)07:16 No. 589823 ID: e24e50
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Hmm, something about this amulet looks kinda off... these nubs could be pushed? You wonder if Abel's note is the key. You push the nubs as per the instruction (bottom-left-left-right-bottom), but the C... center?
You push on the gem, and it beeps. You knew it, it's disguised Airfen technology!

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/17(Sun)07:26 No. 589824 ID: e24e50
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>>589823
A ghostly hologram of Abel hovers, along with his recorded voice. "Vesmir, I know you will discover this. I have something to tell you; I am an agent of the Abstergo empire. I've discovered an assassination plot, but I think they're starting to know. Get this amulet to Gaspar Radjiee, he'll know what to do. Caena- stay safe. When you see this, I might be dead already. I don't want my favourite nephew to get caught up."
After a few moments of wordlessness, Caena regained her composure. "Oh wow. I knew that old man has secrets, but not this big."
"You know of this Gaspar?" Moribe asks.
"Yes, but he's the first mate of the Gwyn's Gale. And it's missing."
"So, let's get things straight. Me and my friends here want passage on your ship. My destination is Abstergo." You say.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/17(Sun)07:31 No. 589826 ID: e24e50
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>>589824
"Oh, you're going to Abstergo too?" The big Tharsian spoke. "Me and my mercenaries are going to see what fortune lies there. Ah, pardon me, where are my manners? My name is Samo, people call me Broken-Face Samo, hah. More's the merrier!"
"Yeah well, that's great and all, but there's the matter of payment to be had. Samo, your group have paid in full, but so far this Vesmir guy is the only one who have got his money straight. I don't see the Ksselyr, Llyskan or those two Gatos paying up." Caena interjects.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/17(Sun)07:40 No. 589828 ID: e24e50
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>>589826
"How much is the cost for one passenger?" A voice rang up.
"Boss! You awake?"
"Yeah. Listen up, Piedro, I don't care if you're coming or not, but it seems like fate has me here. I've got to find where the assassin comes from. And I have some unfinished business in Abstergo anyways."
"I-I'll come too, boss! Who else is going to help you when you go berserk?"
"There's me, I think?" Felsa pipes up. "I have to look for Keeran, he was in Gwyn's Gale!"
"Allright you lot, fifty Thalas per head is the price. You got the money?" Caena names the price.
"I have enough for me and Piedro here." Duke says.
"I uh, have no money at all..." Felsa dejectedly replied.
"I have enough for me." Moribe replies.
Now it's up to you.
>wat do?
[] Pay for Felsa's fee
[] Ask for a discount
[] Ask to pay with services
[] Ask about Samo, can we hitch with their merc company?
[] Other (fill in)

aw i wish we got to meet the gato who made a FINGER GUN in >>575761
well. thats a lot of passangers dude, try to barter! ask for a discount!

...I don't suppose half-sized passengers pay half price?

Seriously though, pay her fare. She's been useful enough so far.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/24(Sun)08:12 No. 590957 ID: 49c9da
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Caena receives her payments - "Whoah, I guess you guys are itchin' to get away, huh? Didn't think you'd pay that high fee!"
"A pay's a pay." Moribe says.
"And that's for me and Piedro! There should be 100 Thalas!" Duke says.
"That 50 Thalas I just paid you is for Felsa here, since my fee is already paid. She's coming with us." You make things clear.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/24(Sun)08:15 No. 590958 ID: 49c9da
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>>590957
"Uh, ma'am, the ships' ready to sail. We better get these new cargo up."
"Very well, Gnoros. Alright, you heard my quartermaster, get on the ship! We're leaving soon!" Caena makes the last call.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/24(Sun)08:20 No. 590959 ID: b371eb
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>>590958
Everyone climbs up without a fuss. That is, until the Dock Cats show up on the pier, while the Monsoon is setting sail.
"Boss! Izzit true you're going to Abstergo?!?"
"Yeah boys, I'm hunting down who's attacking us! Don't you worry about me - tell Marquess she's in charge until I get back!" Duke yells over the edge, the cityscape of Corazon seems to be saying its farewells to him.
"When will you be back, boss?"
"Bye boss! Get 'im good, boss!"
"Do it for Nyadec!"
The Dock Cats soon look so small in the distance.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/24(Sun)08:22 No. 590960 ID: b371eb
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>>590959
And soon, the city-state of Corazon itself look so small in the distance, as the Monsoon Cutter sails off to Abstergo. Where they hope their myriad questions might be answered...

---Arc 1, Chapter 1, end---

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/24(Sun)08:24 No. 590961 ID: b371eb
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Epilogue

Some few hours after Monsoon Cutter left, a Llyskan caught something on his fishing rod.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/24(Sun)08:26 No. 590962 ID: b371eb
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>>590961
"GROZAK THRICE CURSE THEM, AND YOU TOO!" came a booming, angry voice, from under the sea.
Suffice to say, that this is definitely NOT what the Llyskan was expecting to catch.

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/24(Sun)08:27 No. 590963 ID: b371eb
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>>590962
As the Llyskan runs off babbling something about a sea monster, the assassin hears his name shouted.
"Anaximander!"

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/24(Sun)08:30 No. 590964 ID: b371eb
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>>590963
He walks towards the source of annoyance. "Who, and why do you wish to die today?!?"
"Anaximander, don't be a stranger, eh? Come on. It's me, Jesst!"
"...You better have something good to say, or I'll beat you up."

Indonesian Gentleman 2014/08/24(Sun)08:37 No. 590965 ID: b371eb
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>>590964
"Oh, come on, don't be like that to your lifelong friend, even though you lost your beloved knife. I've got good news and bad news." Jesst says as he rips off the borrowed face.
"Spill it, shapeshifter." Anaximander gruffly holds back his hate.
"The good news: I know where they're headed, and which ship they took. Abstergo, Monsoon Cutter. The bad news? The Beastmaster is on their trail. You won't be able to kill them with your own hands."
"Hrrrrnnnggg. The Beastmaster better sink that ship like he did Gwyn's Gale. They got the snitch Abel's belongings."
"He best be, indeed. For us Faceless' sake. Who knows how much info on the coming Abstergo job they know?" Jesst then lets out a mad cackle. "But strangely, this makes me giddy as hell! Very interesting, so exciting!"
"...You're weird, have I told you that before?"

end of epilogue.

So the assassin is alive surprising no one, and the bait vendor is not only indeed a spy but is also a face-stealing boogeyman, surprising everyone.

Oh yeah, forgot to announce this: a short 1 week hiatus will commence for both Tharsia and Ouroboros. In the meantime, how do you like the first chapter of Tharsia? Any critique?

I haven't input on ANY of this quest, but I read the whole thing and here is what I think, a good job on a classic DND like setting, although of course its completely your world with your rules with your own races and so on, it seemed to flow nicely. I'll say some characters were more fleshed out than others, but time will allow the characters more devolopment and so on. (personally just morribe for me, seemed to willing to along with it very easy, but just speculation) I thought it was well written and run, and I will be around for it next chapter. I do have to ask, how much was prewritten and how much influence did the suggesters have on the story? How much improvisation was there?

>>591070
I really enjoyed it. The puzzle was cool, as is your style of telling stories. I hope that we get a chapter or sub chapter involving intrigue on the highseas, and get to explore this temporary home that is the monsoon cutter.

Woooo, back from vacation!

>>591106
>How much was prewritten?
Well, to be honest, when I started the quest I only came up with 'it started in a tavern'. Then as the quest goes on, I had the vague feel that 'it should end on a ship'. This wasn't final, of course. I gotta say that there were a lot of improv going on, and you guys' decisions really kinda shaped the characters as it is.

>>591614
Don't worry about this, the next chapter(s?) will definitely be set in the high seas. The route isn't strictly Corazon -> Abstergo, and even then there is the looming threat of the Beastmaster.

I'll take your advice for fleshing out Moribe in the next chapter, which should be up prrrobably sometime in September. Expect new Ouroboros update next midweek, and the new chapter the weekend after that. Thank you for reading!

Chapter 2 Link:

http://tgchan.org/kusaba/quest/res/593020.html

For those who want to read uninterrupted.