Naiør City is the center of the Naiørian Empire. It is built in the middle of a lake, and is famous for it's waterfall aesthetics. This city is also renowned for being impenetrable. In actuality the city itself can be invaded, but the fortress has never been broken into, and thus the city has never been fully captured.
Naiøria is ruled by the royal class. You must either be royalty by blood, or by marriage to enter this class (PM Capt'n Narx). Once you are part of the royal court you can speak your mind on present issues in the royal court and greatly affect the outcome of Naiøria. Ultimately the king or queen makes the decision. The king is not by default the ruler of the nation. If the queen has more royal blood she is the supreme ruler. In Naiøria they call this person the Árkhōn. Only royalty can demand an audience with the king or queen (once per month). Often great Naiørian warriors are granted the royal status through marriage.
Naiøria's ground force is called the Legion. They are cautious, and tactical. They work in close conjunction with the Grýphōneer, and Rµnic Guilds. The main job of the Naiørian legion is to protect the Rµnicians, and to man the frontal assaults on cities. It is an extremely dangerous role, but also full of honor. Knights are those who are most often married into royalty.
Rank Hierarchy: (+ One time award for attainment)
Guild Master: "Argent Knight," (500 F&R), Requires the rank below, and level 7+ Knight: (250 F&R), Requires the rank below. Esquire: (100 F&R), If you willingly join you may attain this rank. Conscript: (50 F&R), For those are forced into the Legion in times of war against their will.
The Grýphōneer Guild started out as a government program designed to tame Grýphōns in the floating islands. The Naiørians were previously only able to reach these islands through hot air balloons that were subject to frequent failure. After nearly a decade of research the first Grýphōns were tamed and trained. Ever since then they have served as a critical asset to Naiøria's success. The reason Naiøria is unbeatable is primarily attributed to their use of Grýphōns. The Grýphōneer Guild is also attributed to be the reason Tørstår has its main cities inside deep cracks and chasms in the ground. This Chasm is a perfect defense versus the Grýphōns. This guild is incredibly picky with who they hire. You must attain the rank of Knight before you can even apply to be a Grýphōneer. Grýphōns boost your RPC's level by 300 posts. Grýphōns can only be utilized for combat when you are on a quest, or get permission from the Árkhōn.
The Rµnic Guild primarily specializes in healing runic/magic. They also participate in sieges where they augment the ground force's siege machines. Members of this guild are usually called, "Rúnos." Which simply means rune user. Unlike most other ranks you must reach a certain demonstrable strength before you can progress to the next rank. Once you have achieved the rank of Rúnomura you will have to choose a specialty form of runic that you will be expected to become a master of in due time. When you reach Rúno-Signis the Arch-Rúnos will grant you a new battle name, or rather a "nom de guerre" that will go along with your title.
In order to accept a quest you must post in this topic quoting Narx (andfeel free to include quotes of all current mods for fastest results) with the name of the quest you wish to do, and name you wish to take up (your RPC is considered to be in the city if you do this). The requirements for the quest requested should already be fulfilled when you do this (i.e. If you need to change your allegiance, or need a certain rank or title for the quest, this should already be done). General Quests are open for anyone, though if you are Tørstårian you better watch your back as you are not welcome here. Quest series are usually a way to integrate yourself into the faction. You can usually complete the first quest of a series without having to change allegiance, or join the faction, but you won't likely be able to continue further. TRAVEL RULE:Whenever you must travel through a region, your posts must be 6 hours apart at minimum, unless said otherwise (this allows time for people to ambush, or interact with you in some way). If the quest does not say how much time, and you travel with at least one companion (real people in the role play), then you may make your posts and be on your way immediately (yes, you pesky loners are being punished).
AFTER the Quest: After you have finished the quest you do not need to post in every place you traveled through to get there (unless specified otherwise). You may "fast travel," back to where you picked the quest up and post that you have completed the quest. You should quote your Capt'n Narx again, or the mod you quoted before who gave you permission. You may then add to your profile the due amount of F&R.
General Quests:
Quest 1"Fate of Vérfoltos. Quest Description: In the Nyfødthjem Wildlands there is a sacred flower that is a deep crimson red color. This flower is called Vérfoltos. It is an endangered species and also valuable because it has important medicinal properties. When consumed it causes intense pain, but if one is suffering from 3rd degree burns and is already in agony, it actually gets rid of all pain due to burns. It is the duty of Naiøria to protect this valuable plant species from going extinct! You are to travel to the Forest of Wytrhjem where the flower is most common, and watch for any who would dare trample, or collect this flower. You are to attack, or otherwise protect the plant from harm. Fame & Riches: (15 F&R) + (10 F&R if you fight, or 5 F&R if you merely ward off).
Quest 2"Anxiety of Tørstår" Quest Description: Tørstårians are always looking to hurt Naiørians where they can. Naiøria must also be proactive, and attempt to slow the progress of their enemies. Thus, you are to travel to the Southland in the Nyfødthjem Wildlands. Here, you will stand guard over the forest and protect it from Tørstårians who would dare destroy it. Tørstårians are famous for cutting down trees that host an abundance of life, even when there is a tree right beside it that is a better option. Harass any Tørstårian who tries to chop down trees. Fame & Riches: (10 F&R) + (10 F&R if you fight).
Quest 3"Bounty Hunter" Quest Description: There is a Tørstårian that might be of particular use to our great country: [Deadly_Tiger & Silvia Dreamweaver]. You are to locate this person, and try and convince them to join Naiøria. You are to offer her 50 F&R to do so. If she refuses let her know that she will regret her decision. You must post at least twice trying to convince her. Fame & Riches: (25 F&R)
Call of the Legion:
Quest 1"Proof of Courage" Quest Description: Are you interested in joining the Legion? In order to become an Esquire in the Legion you will have to complete this quest. You must travel to the Strømsękkę Caverns in the Rysękkę Skaglands and collect the ashes of a queen Skagcrawler. These ashes have valuable healing properties that are a critical asset to Naiøria's doctors. If you wish to be part of the Legion you will also want to make sure their doctors are well prepared. You will be using them a lot. You must pass through Trølei'i first in order to reach Strømsękkę (one entry post, one exit post for passing through, they must be at least 6 hours apart if you travel alone).
Fame & Riches: (20 F&R)
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Quest 2"Courage not Corruption" Quest Description: In order to accept this quest you must change your allegiance to Naiøria, and must hold no other position in Naiørian Guilds. You have shown courage, but are you corrupt as well? The Legion has no room for those who would abuse their power. The knight in charge of recruits doesn't like you. She thinks you are corrupt. They offer you 50 F&R to forever relinquish your rights to join the legion (forever on this RPC). If you accept this you must add this to your profile, "Courage not Corruption: Banned from joining the Legion." If you refuse to take the F&R you may take up the next quest in this series. Fame & Riches: (N/A)
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Quest #"Beyond Bravery" Quest Description: You have shown that you have some courage, and are not corrupt. Now it is time to prove that you are beyond brave. You must show mercy to an enemy. You are to seek out a Tørstårian in either Ødemark's Ocean, or the Nyfødthjem Wildlands. Once you find them you are not to engage them in combat, but rather state your allegiance (Naiøria), and offer them help on their next quest (as long as that quest is not in direct opposition to Naiøria). They may not refuse.
Fame & Riches: Gain rank of Esquire. You are now part of the Legion! When you attain his rank you gain 100 F&R.
The Rµnic Guild:
Quest 1"The Light Within" Quest Description: The Rµnic Guild does not play around. You cannot take up this quest unless you immediately change your allegiance to Naiøria. It is said that the first Naiørian Rúnos came from the Nyfødthjem Wildlands. There are many magical stones that can be found there. Your mission will be to search for an enchanted stone with a rune on it. You must post an entry, waiting, and exit post (must be 12 hours apart, and waiting posts do not need to have any text other than "Waiting," in it, but feel free to post about how you found your rune stone). If you are attacked during this time you may not refuse the combat, but before you would be defeated you are given a special crystal that allows you to teleport back to the Rµnic Guild Hall (if not used, this item expires and cannot be used). The rune stone you collected will be stored in the vault for further study. Fame & Riches: (15 F&R) + (10 F&R if combat occurs)
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Quest 2"Healing Capacity" Quest Description:You must complete the previous quest to take up this one, AND you must have at least 100 posts in the guild (level 1+). In order to be a Rúnos you must prove that you can accomplish the most valued form of runic. Healing. You are given the choice of learning an incantation, motion/kinetic dance, or a rune etched directly into your body that allow you to perform healing runic. Your mission is to heal someone after they have engaged in a session of combat (duels also count). You may heal someone after a combat session with yourself, or merely heal people engaging in a combat unrelated to yourself. Once you have shown that you have the capacity to heal another after combat you finally qualify to be a Rúnos, and are allowed to take the Rúnos Entrance Exam. Fame & Riches: (15 F&R)
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Quest 3"Rúnos Entrance Exam." Quest Description:You must have completed the two prior quests before you can take up this one. You have shown yourself valuable, and worthy to be a Rúnos. Now it is time to truly show your skill. You must find another mage or runic user of any faction/nation. You will challenge them to a (3 post per person, non-lethal) training duel. You must use ONLY runic abilities during this combat session. After the duel has finished you have shown yourself worthy of the rank. You may now acquire the rank of Rúnosluma! Fame & Riches: (50 F&R for Rúnosluma Rank) + (10 F&R for Quest Combat)
Grýphōneer Guild:
Quest 1"Deadly Encounter" Quest Description:You must achieve the rank of Knight, or higher in the legion in order to take this quest up. You are gathered into the Legion's main hall with several others. Mostly Knights and Arbalists. A Grýphōneer stands in front of you and proceeds to tell you how arduous the training will be if you choose this route. Ultimately you are given this quest: You are to seek out the aid of an Engineer. This Engineer will be your companion for this mission and they will gain 40 F&R once it is completed. You will together build a hot air balloon according to the ancient scripts held within the Library in Naiøria's Capital; The City of Naiør. There you will build the hot air balloon and rise into the skies. You will eventually come upon some floating islands. The Eastern Sky Isles. On these floating islands exists a population of Grýphōns. You will capture one by yourself (the Engineer will role play as the Grýphōn, and will make it difficult for you, but not more than 3 posts). After you have captured your Grýphōn you will dispose of your hot air balloon and fly down to the city. You now own a Grýphōn (you can have your Grýphōn with you in the RP, but not as a combatant unless given special authorization). Fame & Riches: (40 F&R)
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Quest 2"How to Train a Grýphōn" Quest Description:You need to own a Grýphōn to take up this quest. It is time for you to train your Grýphōn. They are dangerous beasts that require strict training so that they do not hurt their masters, or the public. You are given a modern manuscript on the most advanced methods of Grýphōn training. You are to travel to the Ødemark Isles and stay there for the duration of this quest. Firstly, you must recruit a helping hand. They must be a Naiørian, and you may pay them 10 F&R to join you on this quest. They are to help you take care of your Grýphōn during this time, or merely be a guard. Once you have finished this task you are to travel to the Isles. Once there, you will post no less than 3 times training your Grýphōn. You may not leave the area until 72 hours after your first post. Fame & Riches: 30 F&R
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Quest 3"First Flight" Quest Description:You must complete mission 2 in this series to take up this quest. Your Grýphōn is trained and now ready for your first flight mission. Grýphōns represent the might of Naiøria and thus we must flaunt this might in the face of our enemies. You are to fly to Tørstår, stopping to take a break in the Trølei'i Spires. You must Post no less than twice in Trølei'i, and your posts must be at least 12 hours apart. Once you have made it to Tørstår's land, travel to Vørhel (City of Dust). This is a terribly filthy city that proves Tørstår is a tyrant. It is full of many people, and this is where we will showcase our power. You are to fly over the city and drop three boulders in three different posts (each post must be 6 hours apart). After this you may leave and return to base. Fame & Riches: (30 F&R)
The world seemed opened up as her eyes open, but the feeling of being infinitely small remained. She'd peered too far into the darkness and was now experiencing an existential dilemma.. The fact this happened wasn't so unsettling as the fact this feeling wasn't her own. The beast that had taken residence within her could apparently see much further into a deeper spectrum of realities than her. Sensing that it sought an answer to a riddle it had been faced with she answered with ease as oversimplified rationalization was a trademark of mortality. She whispered to herself or something within her knowing it would hear. "Who are you, who am I. We can only question that which moves us to do so." Seeming to understand her meaning she could feel its gift welling up in her as she carried her water bucket back to her campsite. A light sweat became grey vapor and her body felt refreshed though hungry. She felt cleansed and inspired to think of the task at hand more clearly. Gripping the bucket handle more tightly now she went a bit further and poured half her supply into the mud two foot wide hole she'd prepared for the cold flame. It bubbled over and reacted with the enchanted leaf powder she'd brought along as the roots floated to the top. Reaching inside the muddy water she concentrated and quickly, while the current transformation took place, used her magic to alter the reaction and create a flaming mud water one could touch without being harmed. But if this spread she would surely be burned since fire changed according to its medium. Pulling her hands out she saw her hand aflame and quickly put it out in the nearby dirt of the evening forest now illuminated with a light blue glow from the ground.
This somewhat regular signal would also signify that she was coming for those expecting her at the Gryphoneers station. Joining, as she was, wasn't really an option but in recent years she'd made it quite clear she had something to contribute to the bases as did anyone with alchemic experience. That and she was very much willing to give their men a good time for a chance to play with the gryphons. A more respectable method might have been preferred but her superior nongeneric product was also nonapproved despite its far lower price not to mention she could be linked to mercenary groups. In other words, what she was doing was questionable though not illegal. It wasn't as though the upper ranks didn't know and they did certainly know she'd never caused them trouble thus far over many years nor did she seem to be sharing information with anyone.
While the roots in the ground changed to a muddy brown color she prepared some wood to smash it up in using a plasma based smear she could make with the soil to hollow a bit of tree branch out. She'd shortly have some special gryphon feed mix ready as well as her soon to come explanation of why she'd like to purchase one of their older gryphons no longer fit for battle.
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Posted: Sun May 21, 2017 8:33 pm
Faliae Seedshade
The eternal journey to nowhere in particular became more focused again. She ground up the roots and made the mix she intended to supply the station with. With a more focused goal she felt herself becoming motivated and energized. As night fell she'd see the signal that she could approach at last so she hurried and packed her things. There was some concern but no hesitation. This wasn't entirely legal but the crime was not quite based in law so much as general ethics. She stored the substance in what would have been a lantern but she'd needed a container with a glass outer wall and couldn't carry a basket or anything in addition to this. Holding it by its handle ring she treaded along a river quickly and made her way into their hidden entrance that seemed to be a sort of emergency escape route they'd not needed in decades since someone had mishandled some poisonous material. Her friend from inside lowered on a lift into a river from a cliff area facing the forest perhaps four stories high leading to a path which led to another path. Not exactly an efficient way to enter but there wasn't much choice.
As long as an hour of walking and chatting later she was inside the common area of their base not having seen many of their gryphons so far. She was still visiting old friends and was not really in a hurry. She eventually offered them the root based substance she'd prepared for them but it seemed they didn't have the kind of creature she'd described as older gryphons were sent elsewhere. This made sense as they weren't like cattle but more like lions that could travel anywhere at nearly any time. Certainly any that had seen much use could be transferred anywhere in the kingdom. She gave them their gift anyways however as there was a few young men she had her eye on. It was nothing terribly difficult to make, any price was mostly for the transportation. In exchange for her gift however... they'd let her in on a few recipes and techniques they'd grown fond of for handling gryphons and taming wild ones so to speak. As tame as you could get a Gryphon anyways. Memorizing all they showed her was hardly realistic but she'd go through some of their recordings and learn of what was possible, able to come up with a formula of her own even where they used code to hide the true makeup of the substance for national security reasons.
Curious as to where such things derived from in order to perhaps aim even higher than a gryphon.. or perhaps simply find out more about the demon that came to be her familiar and similar beasts, she inquired and they happily answered for a friend. Their advice it seemed would be sending her to skaglands
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It had been several days of a rather boring journey. Most likely due to the presence of a Gryphon. Which is what Narx had hoped for. The only thing of note was when Narx almost ate a poisonous lizard, but ended up throwing it out after seeing Ikki's expression. His legs were worn out though. They were just a few miles out from the city and had just rounded the last hill."Ahhhh it's nice to see home sweet home!"Narx stretched as if he was ready to go to bed soon. They still had an hour of walking left, and then needed to find a tavern and some food. " You know, on the way back to the Skags, I want to see you fight Krosis!"Narx didn't specify if he meant a duel, or just a fight with bandits. He pretended to thrust an imaginary sword at an imaginary enemy. Narx obviously had zero sword skills. Though he was not without some gusto and strength.
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Nico was relatively quiet for most of the journey. He'd talk to Narx or Elowyn every so often (he was too intimidated by krosis to approach him), but mostly he preoccupied himself with studying his surroundings. He had a great sense of direction from the sky, but he felt it was necessary to learn how to navigate from the ground as well. He made note of herbs and other random interesting bits he ran across. Nature fascinated him, and he was sure he'd become an herbalist if being a gryphoneer didn't work out. There was something else in his mind, but he didn't reach a decision until they made it back to Naoria
Ikki had a fun time during the time back. He was free to do as he pleased for the most part, which mainly meant he was up in the sky. Occasionally he'd come back down to see how everyone was, which was lucky he did as he saved the masked one from eating a bad lizard. Once in Naoria, Ikki gave out a sharp croon and took off. He was pretty tired since he'd spent a lot of time flying and inspecting the surroundings, so he returned to the stables.
"Um, Krosis, sir..." Nico wasn't really sure how to approach the old elf. Centurions were still greatly regarded by Gryphoneers, and Nico specifically loved old tales about their battle prowess. It was probably all greatly exaggerated, but this was his time to find out, "I would like to cross swords with you before we part ways as well." He seemed insecure at first, but as he mentioned a duel a certain spark flared in his eyes. It went beyond a need to prove himself, part of him felt that if he couldn't at least hold his own against this man for more than a few moments then he had no right to be a gryphon rider, "I've heard a lot of things about Centurions... I'd like to see how much of it is true for myself."
It had been a relatively quiet journey. That was a bit of a change for Elowyn and Narx. They usually got at least one bump along the way, but she supposed there was safety in numbers. Especially of one of those included was a Gryphon. The most exciting thing That happened had been when Narx had almost eaten a poisonous lizard. Luckily Ikki had prevented that tragedy.
After such a long journey, Elowyn was feeling rather tired.Her muscles were stiff and tored, but they were just rounding the last hill. They were only a few miles out from the city and then they would be able to find a place to eat and rest. Elowyn smiled as the city came into view. It was a beautiful sight to see her homeland after so long.
As they neared the city, Ikki let out a loud croon and soared into the sky. She could only assume she was heading to the stables. Narx began speaking to Krosis, speaking of seeing him fight. The corners of her lips pulled up into a small smile as she watched Narx thrust an imaginary sword at an imaginary enemy. Nico spoke of swordplay too. Elowyn didn't say anything, but rather listened to their conversation curiously.
-Krosis Amalur- I contemplated for a hundred years a single blade of grass... ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The trip quiet, a bit too quiet, then again most beasts were avoiding the predator lurking in the sky so it was to be expected. Though every night Krosis would slip out of camp before dusk and return with some form of game animal generally deer since there was a griffon to feed alongside themselves, though once or twice he got a brace of rabbits or a wild boar. Krosis provided the meat regardless of their asking. Though the available meal didn't seem to stop Narx from trying to eat that poisonous lizard. Though Krosis took it and ate it himself without issue, a bonus from the energy that ran through his body, it kept him whole and hale.
Soon it was the day when Naior City came into view and looking on it Krosis simply stared for a moment; how like the elves... to never change. Though it seemed that the group thought he'd disappear on them and suddenly started asking him about things like spars and watching him fight. "Heh, we're about to take on a few jobs Narx what makes you think you won't see me fight before we leave this place?" A bit of a rhetorical question but one with a good point. "As for you..." Krosis would say looking to Nico, "I am not your father, I am not a commanding officer, I am not a chevalier... Call me Krosis. As for my title of Centurion that was over a century ago... but if you really want to see how I measure up to the stories... be it two steps from here or in the city; name a time and place and I'll be happy to entertain." Krosis would start lecturing for a moment walking and keeping pace as he spoke to the younger elf. "Though you can ask Narx, he's seen a little of what I can do though I admit I was holding back some so that my later opponents wouldn't know everything in my bag of tricks." Krosis would continue saying as they walked forward, there wasn't any tone of bragging in his voice as he said it, merely a statement of fact. There were two type of things he was holding back, his strongest skills, and the skills that were too strong for him to use carelessly. In that small battle he had used the most subtle ones, Bodily reinforcement; moving faster hitting harder, and seeing better were examples of it, and in a place where no one other than some now dead birds could see his he made use of obfuscation, and erased his presence to hide from said flock of birds. Ki projection and any actual Ki skills hadn't had a chance to actually be of use though he did coat his weapon in ki for a few swings.
As for the boy... well Krosis would see if he had what it took to make him use his Ki... after all even without it he was a master of blades.
- Ki [20/20] - Master Swordsman - Monk: Body Preservation [Unaffected by Aging, can (And will) die of old age but doesn't actually age, Poison Neutralization, Does not need to Eat/Drink, quick healing, and 4 hours of meditation in lieu of 8 hours of sleep]
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"It is true, Krosis was the most professional in that coliseum fight. Lyndis was full beserk, I was kind of pitted against her and just trying to see how to trip her up, but Krosis played like an actual warrior."Narx stated absent mindedly as he swung his imaginary blade of air around in a grand parry."I'm pretty decent with my cane, but I don't fight with it like one would fight with a sword at all. It is a more...defensive weapon I guess you could say."Narx continued walking towards the city. They finally reached the magnificent gates. Naiør was not a place to stir up trouble, that was for sure. The city had very few walls as it was on a small island. The low tide didn't make much of an obstacle for anyone assaulting it, but they were never attacked as they ruled the land above. The gate was at the beginning of the large bridge that led into the city. Several guards there watched all who came and went. They only seemed to stop non-elves who were unaccompanied. Seeing a Gyrphon in the party they did not bother to even so much as turn their heads to look at any of them."Well, Ikki and Nico...you guys have quite some privileges here it seems.. I bet Krosis would be pulled aside even though he's an elf if it were not for Ikki's presence!"Inside the city there was a tavern directly up the road and to the right. Narx would keep walking in that direction. They would soon be taking up a quest and most likely heading back to the Skags, though he had heard of increased activity in the Wildlands as well."Lady Elowyn, should we accept quests in the Wildlands? or the Skags? Take a look at the quest board and let me know when we get to the Tavern."
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Ikki sneezed himself awake. He'd been taking a nap in the stables, enjoying the feel of soft hay on his haunches after several days of flying. He'd left Ikki alone, and that was beginning to bother him. He knew better than to worry, but it was something he couldn't help... Ikki stopped thinking when a man in gryphoneer armor came into his pen. He asked if Nico was here, Ikki hook his head no, and the man proceeded to place a note under his collar and told Ikki to give it to him when they met again. Ikki found it strange that this is how they were given orders. Even when Aurelius was getting started they'd always speak to an officer first. Ikki didn't have the capacity to understand it completely,but what he could understand was that there was something strange going on, and it appeared to involve his fledgling.
Nico nodded sheepishly. He knew he was being too formal, but that always happened when he was a little nervous. He was glad and also a little surprised Krosis agreed to it. He grinned confidently and followed Narx and Krosis,"Then if you haven't left tomorrow morning, I'd like to take you up on that!" He said cheerfully, forgetting all about turning in his assignment. He wasn't expected for another day anyhow, and he'd planned to run some errands for the rest of the afternoon. He was excited enough to say they should go at it right then and there, but he had a feeling it'd be better to rest up first. He followed them to the tavern, wanting to have himself a drink before continuing with his day.
As they came to the tavern, Narx brought up a good point. It was time to decide where they wanted to venture next. The widlands or the skags. They spent A majority of their time in the skags, but maybe there would be a better quest option in the wildlands. Honestly these quests could take them many places, they would just first have to decide which one they wanted to do. Elowyn had a tendency to try and pick the ones that would most help Naoria.
Once they were in the Tavern, Elowyn headed directly to the quest board. She liked to have a plan, so she would first figure out where they were off to next, then she would rest. After reading through the different quests there was one in particular that piqued her interest. "Narx," She called him over, her delicate finger pointing at the Bounty Hunter. "What about this one?" it could be interesting and it would be beneficial to have Krosis is on their side for this.
-Krosis Amalur- I contemplated for a hundred years a single blade of grass... ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
"Thank you Narx."[.b] Krosis would say passively with a slight wave of his hand, seeming to think that while a show of appreciate was due it needn't be overly dramatic or focused. And the youngling would speak once more " Then I shall have to take you up on that then." Krosis would say as they approached the gate.
The check was... well it didn't happen, all they had to do was sign the register, after all even the princes and princesses themselves had to be on record of entering the city, though of course they had servants who handled that for them they were still recorded. So the fact that they weren't searched for contraband was quite interesting to Krosis, though it didn't matter to him all he hand on him was his armor and weapon. Passing through into the inner city Krosis would would glance over at Narx, "Perhaps, they generally don't bother people on foot of course for the occasional bit of racism against outsiders... so yes black haired elves included." Krosis would say offhandedly as if to clarify it.
As they arrived at the Inn proper the lady would beeline to the quest board while Krosis produces a few coins and hit the bar swiftly getting a pitcher of something between cheap swill and high class brew. Finding a table he'd sit down with an array of mugs for the whole group waiting to see what the lady brought them.
- Ki [20/20] - Master Swordsman - Monk: Body Preservation [Unaffected by Aging, can (And will) die of old age but doesn't actually age, Poison Neutralization, Does not need to Eat/Drink, quick healing, and 4 hours of meditation in lieu of 8 hours of sleep]
