Ridder 2009/12/18(Fri)10:51 No. 93803 ID: fb5d8e
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Good morning, voices.
Excuse me for a moment, I haven't slept very well.

Something been troubling you, Ridder?

>>93801
Why's that? Were you kept up by noise or something?

>>93803
Did you have some strange or unsettling dreams?

Anyway, how has Petal being getting along with Grek? And has Sticks returned yet?

Further, when was the last time you sparred with Black Fang? He is still technically your student, it would be poor form to ignore his tutelage completely.

>>93803
IS IT GUILT OVER FORNICATING WITH STICKS

Tossing and turning while thinking about Black Fang's dong?

Heartworms? You shouldn't be licking your butt, Ridder.

Ridder 2009/12/18(Fri)11:14 No. 93814 ID: fb5d8e
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I can't deny that sleeping is rather troublesome without a bed, but yes, the situation with Sticks has been troubling me. I do not feel guilty for it since Sticks was not harmed. Rather, I am feeling angry at myself for letting it get to me so much.
I have already dedicated myself to a goal that is far beyond my importance. As a knight, I have been trained to give myself for others.
My emotional instability is not appropriate... but who can really ignore feelings?

Mother and father would know how to handle it.

Petal and Grek were getting along very well from what I saw. So much that Black Fang looked like he felt he was being left out, which is interesting considering his background.
I have not sparred with him yet. I'll do so when I have the time.

>>93814
Hey, just be happy that you can pound that pussycat whenever you like.

Don't think so hard.

>>93814
Sounds like you need to talk with someone about it. Other than us, I mean. Someone with a different point of view than both you and us.

>>93814
Ridder, you may be a knight errant, but you're still human... er, leferran, or whatever. These troubles you're experiencing may seem small compared to your overarching goals, but they're your own, they're real, and they do matter. Don't think less of yourself for pondering on them - doing any less would make you little more than automaton, and the humanity that forces you to spend thoughts on these issues is the same humanity that fuels your righteous compassion.

The same can be said of Black Fang - he may be a huge, imposing monster, but even he craves fellowship and brotherhood. Perhaps you should spend some time with him to put his mind at ease.

Wha? He's your student. You don't do it when you have time. Make time. Train with the man, that's why you offered him training, right? Get down there and show him how to use his sword properly and see if he can get some pole training in, too!

I kind of agree. Even if you just bring him along next time you go out, he could offer a unique perspective on your problem. There could be manly bonding involved. There's more to being a teacher than combat, anyway. He seems to be as interested in your beliefs as he is in your skills. Talk to him.

>>93822
This man is correct. You need to be more then his teacher.

You know, bonding with Black Fang is nice and all, but I thought you'd be more worried about recapturing the baby-stealing abomination that you let free the other day.

>>93826

For which we are not responsible at all. IT WAS ENTIRELY YOUR IDEA RIDDER!

Since the "boss" is still out of range, you could as well deal with Salabim. Ask your allies what they know about trolls, where they live, what they eat etc...

Then, get on his tracks.

Ridder 2009/12/18(Fri)12:30 No. 93832 ID: fb5d8e
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I see. I have been completely neglecting Black Fang. I will spend time with him right away.
In the mean time Iesgip can track the Trollking. If she finds a trail I can follow it together with Black Fang.

"Iesgip!"
"Sir, yes, sir! Iesgip reporting, sir!"
"Iesgip, you have been very dependable. Your loyalty and effort have made you a strong part of this force. That is why I would like to entrust you with a very important task."
"S-sir! I would be honored, sir!"
"I have told you about the Trollking yesterday. Do you remember?"
"Sir, yes, sir!"
"I need you to track him down. His trail should start at the riverbank to the east. When you have found him me and Black Fang will face him."
"Sir, yes, sir! You can count on me, sir!"
"However-! I would like to stress that failure is an option. Do not endanger yourself. We can't miss you here, Iesgip. You are very important yourself."
"..S.. Sir, y-yes, sir.."
"Do you still have the ring?"
"N-no, sir, Grek has it."
"Then get it back from her and move out when you're ready. Dismissed."
"Sir, yes, sir."

Not to intrude, but wouldn't this be a good time to make a showing of force to the Boss? More so, to go to the tower we were at, and see if anything can be struck with the residents there? While you may not want a full out assault, a diplomatic gesture, with a strong backing, could render them neutral in the fights ahead. The base is hidden for now, and unless someone comes along by accident, I think it would be safe to take Black Fang along.

>>93832

We never did say anything about that whole getting melted down thing, did we?

Iesgip 2009/12/18(Fri)12:46 No. 93837 ID: fb5d8e
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"If we put a metal pipe here.. But how do we get enough pressure?"
"Grek, could I have the ring back, please?"
"Yeh, cetch-- Whet if weh curve th'pipe 'ere."
"That would work.. I just don't see us make something that complex."
"Errh feck.."
"Thank you."

>>93837

That ring sure is sturdier than I thought.

Now, carry out Ridder's orders!

>>93837
HOLD ON NOW WHY ARE THEY NAKED

Ahem

GREETINGS SOLDIER!

I assume you shall be procuring your crossbow and sufficient ammunition and supplies for this venture before departing.

>>93837
They seem to be getting along. Huh.

Anyway, Iesgip, get on with the troll-tracking. I'd rather we found the bastard before it rains or something. Don't forget your crossbow.

Oh, and, just out of curiosity, what was up with you and Nakraska last night? He seemed rather flustered.

Iesgip 2009/12/18(Fri)13:16 No. 93848 ID: fb5d8e
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SIR!
Crossbow is LOCKED AND LOADED! Commencing Trollking tracking mission! I won't let Sir Ridder down!
SIR!
I don't know what you mean about Nakraska!
SIR!

>>93848
CODENAME: SOLID IESGIP AQUIRED.
SOLDIER. HEAD FOR THE RIVERBANK.

From here on in, we're going to be using code names, in case someone is listening in on our communication. You never know with these magic rings.

For the duration of this mission, you will be known as Python. Your target shall be Metal Ghoul.

>>93848
It looked like you were spooning him food. With your arm around his shoulder. It's okay if you don't want to talk about it, I guess!

Iesgip 2009/12/18(Fri)13:32 No. 93860 ID: fb5d8e
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SIR!
I was trying to have Nakraska try the meat and vegetables together!
SIR!
He always eats them seperately!
SIR!
Python has arrived at the riverbank! Trail found: Tracks do not match description of target! Trail found: Tracks do not match description of target! Trail found: ...Tracks match description of target!
SIR!
Ghoul moving East! Ghoul is moving East!
SIR!

>>93860
Acknowledged, Python. Proceed with caution.

To catch a trollking you must think like a trollking.
Remove your clothes.
Smear yourself with mud and dirt and leaves to assume camouflage and mask your scent.
Do not stand out.
Proceed cautiously.

Remember above all else, you are not to engage the target unless it is in self defense or emergency.

>>93860
Iesgip, be a dear. Report to Ridder discreetly what you've found out about Nebra-Nakraska's eating habits. This will not go unpunished.

>>93860
Excellent!
Begin immediate pursuit, but remember, we do not know how dangerous Metal Ghoul could be...
So stealth is of the utmost importance!

>>93860
Good job soldier remember while tracking him to use all of your senses not just your eyes he's invicible so you should be able to smell him and hear his movement before you see him.

>>93860

Pursue the objective, soldier.

>>93860
Wait... tell us a bit more about these other tracks.
Are they Ridder's and Petal's?

Iesgip 2009/12/18(Fri)13:59 No. 93879 ID: fb5d8e
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SIR!
Other tracks appear to be wildlife!
SIR!
Removing clothes! Covering self in mud! ..Stealth mode initiated!
SIR!
I'll make sure no one can see me!
SIR!

>>93879
Baby, no one could miss those tits.

>>93879
Um, perhaps removing your clothes isn't strictly necessary in this situation. I think maybe we got a little carried away. Earthy colors are good for camouflage, though.

Iesgip 2009/12/18(Fri)14:15 No. 93890 ID: fb5d8e
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SIR!
Ghoul's trail leads out of the woods, into a village!
SIR!

>>93890

Iesgip, do you remember the basics of CQC?

Circle around the town, keeping to the forest until you find either a good vantage point or enough cover to make a point of entry.

>>93890
These open spaces make your camouflage useless, and we need to remain inconspicuous. Re-dress then find someone to talk to about missing babies.

>>93890
Sneak into the village with your CAMOUFLAGE.

I should mention that the colors being used are not appropriate for city camo. Either we go in with clothes and get some info from the townsfolk, or go around and pick up the trail again where the Trollking left the town.

>>93913

Or, we could find the Splitter face paint and camo; it would be a cinch to sneak around in town after.

Iesgip 2009/12/18(Fri)15:04 No. 93915 ID: fb5d8e
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SIR!
The village does not run a tight guard! I manage to enter without being seen!
SIR!
I will use the tallest building as my vantage point!
SIR!

>>93915
This looks like your heading for trouble. Isn't the trollking invisible?

>>93915
Wait, why? Were the tracks recent? I figured the Trollking would've entered the town by night, and he'd be gone by now.

What are you going to be looking for from that height?

>>93917

She's going to sync up so the town will show up on her map; sheesh, guys, that's obvious. Then, she'll jump into the convenient cart of hay beneath.

Iesgip 2009/12/18(Fri)15:14 No. 93920 ID: fb5d8e
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SIR!
I thought you wanted me to find a vantage point!
SIR!
Heading back down!
SIR!

>>93920
No go back up the Trollking might be here scouting out some wives.

Erm. He was the last of his kind.

Actually, you're halfway up already. Look around where you are, see if there's any commotion in town. Maybe the Trollking got caught?

>>93920
Get ontop of the tower, cry "WATCH OUT THE TROLLKING WILL STEAL YOUR CHILDREN THE TROLLKING IS FREE" at the top of your lungs and then vanish into the wilderness.

Even if it doesn't help us catch him, maybe some villagers remember the old tales and keep an extra eye on their children.

>>93925
Disregard this! You are not a orator! This threat shall soon be dealt with. However, SOLDIER. WE NEED INTEL.

Iesgip 2009/12/18(Fri)15:55 No. 93933 ID: fb5d8e
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SIR!
Continuing to top!
SIR!
Python has reached vantage point! Scanning area!
SIR!

>>93933
Climb down safely. Jumping into a cart of hay from that height would be hazardous.

>>93933
Watch your back Python! You may not be alone!

>>93933

What do you see?

>>93933
jump into a nearby bale of hey

>>93933
Everything seems a bit... blurry, Iesgip.

You're not afraid of heights, are you, soldier?

Iesgip 2009/12/18(Fri)16:05 No. 93941 ID: fb5d8e
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SIR!
The village seems quiet!
SIR!
..SIR!
Ghoul spotted! Baby-theft in progress!!

Take the shot, Python.

Let it be a warning to him.

>>93941
Take him out!

>>93941
TAKE THE SHOT

DO NOT HIT BABBY

>>93941
NEGATIVE. DO NOT ENGAGE. I REPEAT. DO NOT ENGAGE.

>>93941

HOLD YOUR FIRE SOLDIER!

Do not hurt the baby! Wait for clear line of fire! Follow him, do not lose sight of him!

>>93941
Wait until he's somewhere away from prying eyes, and shoot to wound, not kill.

>>93941
How is he managing this in broad daylight? Python, how good is your aim with that? Can you snipe his leg to disable him? Our intent is to recapture the Trollking, not to kill him and wipe out the last of a species.

Not shooting the baby would be nice too.

>>93941
Careful soldier!
Civilian casualties will not be tolerated!
We need to move in closer.
Do not engage.
Repeat: Do not engage.
Maintain visual contact and try to find a closer shot.

>>93954
Even if she hit only the Trollking the he could drop the baby.

>>93956
>>93954
>>93953
>>93951
More so, your mission is to OBSERVE. You had DIRECT orders NOT to engage.

HOWEVER. THE BABY MUST NOT BE IGNORED!

Follow the trollking. If he endangers the baby, TAKE ACTION. OTHERWISE, RIDDER MUST KNOW WHERE TO STRIKE, AND HOW.

Iesgip 2009/12/18(Fri)16:22 No. 93958 ID: fb5d8e
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SIR!
Shot taken! Hit! Reloading!
SIR!
Ghoul has dropped the baby!
SIR!

>>93958

FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF-

There. That'll give Ridder n Fang something easier to track by.

Blood.

>>93958
Good shot. Don't shoot him again; wait to see if he gets captured by the townfolk or if he manages to escape. If he escapes, next we need to find out if he can just regenerate and stop the blood trail. If not, we can find out where he's healing up and then report back to base.

>>93958
Retrieve baby

>>93958
Now shoot the babby. No witnesses.

>>93958
Eat the baby's heart to gain its innocence.

>>93974
>>93975
erhhh no?

Iesgip 2009/12/18(Fri)17:13 No. 93983 ID: fb5d8e
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SIR!
Holding fire!
SIR!
Villagers are coming to investigate Ghoul's cries of pain!
SIR!
Ghoul is attacking the villagers!
SIR!
Ghoul is going berserk! Using baby as weapon!
SIR!
One villager has been injured!
SIR!

>>93983
WELL AREN'T YOU A GREAT HERO.

Now you are indirectly injuring townspeople and that baby is almost certainly dead.

Way to go.

Ring lets you communicate with Ridder, right? Radio back to him about your situation and get his input.

Otherwise proceed at your own discretion.

>>93983
Take it DOWN TAKE IT DOWN!

>>93983
TAKE HIM DOWN, REPEAT TAKE HIM DOWN.
NO CIVILIAN CASUALTIES SOLDIER!

Keep taking shots while his back is turned.

>>93983
Shit, so much for taking him alive. Fire again.

Take him out soldier. Would your boss really want a baby-stealing monster running around?

OPEN FIRE!

Injure or kill it! Disable it!

Disregard the villagers, all you can try now is to keep the damage as small as possible!

>>93983
Unless you're an amazing shot you'll want to get back on the ground for a better shot or to take him down with CQC.

>>93983
Continue firing at that motherfucker. Wait for the peeps to scatter so they don't get hit by stray fire.

Letting the troll kill dozens of people will get you into less trouble than killing the troll and accidentally wounding a bystander

>>93983
Get the trolls attention and lure it away from civilian.

Iesgip 2009/12/18(Fri)17:29 No. 94010 ID: fb5d8e
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SIR!
Taking shot! Hit! Full penetration!
SIR!
Target eliminated!
SIR!

>>94010
Time to leave!

>>94010
Get the hell out of there. This was a disaster.

get out of there.

>>94010
I said no civilian casualties! D:

gtfo

mission accomplished
report to base

>>94010
Great shot, soldier! See if you can hit all of them.

Hurry down and away before they look up and spot you.

>>94010
No soldier confirm the kill the troll could heal itself.

>>94010
Excellent shot, the civilian was a necessary casualty to prevent further damage. A lesser soldier would have been conflicted and caused much more damage to be caused by not taking the shot.

Iesgip 2009/12/18(Fri)17:45 No. 94033 ID: fb5d8e
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SIR!
Thank you!
SIR!
Mission accomplished! Returning to base!
SIR!
I will pick up the ingredients for lunch on the way!
SIR!

Who the hell is that?

>>94033
...Sticks?

>>94033
ENEMY ON YOUR THREE. FIRE.

>>94033
Is that Sticks?

Look to the right! If Sticks, say hello. If random village catfolk, keep runnin'.

Iesgip 2009/12/18(Fri)17:58 No. 94046 ID: fb5d8e
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SIR!
Enemy identified as Friendly! It's Sticks!
SIR!

"..Iesgip?"
"Ma'am, yes, ma'am! Iesgip at your service!"
"..Whyyyy are you naked and covered in mud..?"
"Special mission from Sir Ridder, ma'am!"
"..He.. He wouldn't ask for something like this.."

>>94046
Show her the ring, she'll understand.

>>94046
>Iesgip carry Sticks

>>94046
Inquire as to how much she saw. If she raises a fuss about the civilian, tell her that it was an unfortunate but unavoidable loss, as the Troll King was the primary target, and was a greater threat to the townsfolk alive.

>>94046

Tell her you encountered a troll and FULL PENETRATION was achieved. Don't bore her with details.

>>94046
Tell her about the danger of the Trollking. A danger that needed eliminating.

We made the field decision to eliminate him here and now, the civilian losses however, were indeed regrettable.

Question: Who would make the best fem-Otacon for our fem-Snake?

Sticks, obviously.

Good.

SOLDIER! BEGIN PHILOSOPHIZING ON THE NATURE OF WAR TO NONCOM!

Erm, Iesgip, do you know if trolls in this world regenerate? We may need to set that fucker on fire unless we want that civilian's sacrifice to be in vain. Oh, and the baby. The baby's sacrifice shouldn't be in vain, either.

...by the way, we haven't spoken directly with Nakraska yet, have we? Of course, it'll have to wait, just wanted to comment on it.

Sticks 2009/12/18(Fri)18:29 No. 94091 ID: fb5d8e
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"Ma'am, I was assisted by the voices through the ring, ma'am!"
"Oooohhh..! Those jackasses. I knew Ridder wouldn't make you undress. If anything he'd make you wear more, I bet."
"Ma'am! Is my attire not up to par?"
"Right now it certainly isn't! Go get dressed and head back to the base for a wash, will ya?"
"Ma'am, yes, ma'am!"

>>94091
HAY STICKS TAKE OFF YOUR CLOTHES AND ROLL IN THE MUD

Hello Sticks! What did ya do?

>>94091
'Sup Sticks. I'll ignore that "jackass" comment.

Where've you been, anyway?

>>94091
Wait you need to confirm if the Trollking is dead.

>>94091

It was a sneaking mission! Don't blame us, as she didn't have a ghillie suit, as all snipers should.

>>94091
Say 'hi' to Sticks for us, also what has she been up to ?

>>94091
Well, I wanted her to put her clothes back on after applying the camouflage but there wasn't much agreement on that. I can't really decide myself if it's better that way.

We're very practical! Anyway, what have you been up to today?

>>94091
Oh, uh, Sticks, by the way, do you think a troll could take two crossbow bolts to the chest and live?

...For no reason, really. Just curious.

>>94091
We were just joking when we suggested it! Honest!
We didn't think she would actually DO it...
And besides it was a sneaking mission. It helped.

Anyways, what've YOU been up to?

Sticks 2009/12/18(Fri)18:58 No. 94131 ID: fb5d8e
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Ooooh, nothing special. Just a spot of thievin' and stuff. I can't stand sitting around doing nothing.
..Aaand I thought I'd let things cool down between my and Ridder. I hope he's less upset now.

>>94131
Nah, We told him how you were pregnant.

Set him off like you wouldn't believe.

>>94131
So, Sticks.

DEM ABS.

>>94131
there's a village not far from here, all the people should be preoccupied with something. A perfect target; you could loot every house clean and they'd never know.

He's totally worried about you.

>>94131
Hello Darlen, Ridder noticed you weren't there last night.

He seems, calmer, but still confused, unwilling to confront his thoughts he throws himself into whatever local mess seems to be at hand to distract himself. He tried to ally with the elves but that went sour, you just saw the conclusion of his dealings in that fae place.

He even ended rescuing some elf girl from the forest recently so she may end up being competition, that is, if you still want him?

>>94131
He also managed to get an elf to joing the ranks...the kind I would not mind convincing to run around neked.

>>94131
He is... less upset, yes. I wish we could think of something for you to do so you don't get bored. I guess you could try working on trap designs, or patrolling the area? Do you have any other skills aside from the thievery-related ones? Like, tailoring or tanning or leatherworking or something.

I guess Ridder could just take you along as backup when he goes out, and when he's here you can help with patrolling the area around the base or something.

Sticks 2009/12/18(Fri)19:30 No. 94157 ID: fb5d8e
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If I still want him.. Well, yeah! I am super crushing on him. I just know it's only that.. A crush. He's so great, but definitely no lifelong partner.
If he finds a wife in the elven girl then.. It'll hurt, but I'll get over it. I'll wish them all the best.

I really doubt it, though.
He's too.. He's still too immature in his ideals. Which is cute, but, you know- It's not helping.
He needs to grow up.
If I can just show him that love can be something passionate and short-lived as well...

>>94157
So, we haven't asked 'you' yet... what do 'you' want in a lifelong partner? You keep say you know he isn't the one...

Yet that isn't how love really works. You love those you spend time with. Those who support you and whom you support.

It isn't like angels descend from on high the moment you see him and sing an immaculate chorus while neon lights up behind the guy saying "THE ONE TRUE LOOOVVVEEE!!!"

Love is much more, subtle than that, that first sight love... that just lust too. It comes in multiple forms. It likewise fades just as easy.

>>94157

He was raised like that, with knightly ideas of chivalry. It is immature, but he can't help it. Give him some time.

>>94157
> Love can be something passionate and short-lived.

Sticks, sweety, I think you might be calling the pot black. And you might be learning a bit to much from your boy-on-boy fantasies.

Hey, that's right. He'd been thinking of love as more of a permanent thing... but sometimes even two people who know they're incompatible in the long term will still want to couple up for a shorter period of time. That is love too.

ehhh, Love is like wine, sweeter when young, stronger in time.

>>94157
Gitcher hand out of your underwear.

Nequ!3LrT5NRVks 2009/12/18(Fri)21:09 No. 94222 ID: 84297a
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>>94022
Negative. Shock and blood loss will take care of him.

>>94157
I think the main thing you need to tell him is that you like him a lot, and not just for his body.

>>94178
...and if handled improperly it can turn to vinegar. Love-vinegar is useful in a select few recipes, but generally is considered too bitter for most purposes. Analogies are fun.

>>94157

She doesnt have many scruples about polygamy~

STICKS!

Go confirm if the trollking is dead. As far as we know, trolls can regenerate from lethal wounds.

GO GO GO

>>94419
People were surrounding him, they saw him being a dick, they're not going to just let him go free.

>>94420
True, but what if they cant restrain him?

He did prove to be dangerous.

Sticks 2009/12/19(Sat)08:22 No. 94424 ID: fb5d8e
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That's true, I suppose. I don't know Ridder as well as I'd like to.
But look at us: A knight dedicated to his land, and a vagrant who can't sit still for an hour. A relationship would never last long. But the chemistry we have..
And, well, I don't want to be tied down yet! There's so much I haven't seen of the world.

Though maybe I am doing the same as him and relying too much on my fantasies for guidelines.
Alright, alright, fine, fine, when I see him, I'll tell him how I feel--

"AAUGH! OW!"
"Oh, Sticks. Are you alright?"

Well answer the young man! And try not to stare at his sweaty chest TOO much. Or not, whatever.

>>94424
Oh no! It's Ridder's that-time-of-the-month! Yell for Iesgip to help you before he steals your anal virginity!

Sticks 2009/12/19(Sat)08:36 No. 94428 ID: fb5d8e
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"Y-yeah, I'm fine."
"Good. I apologize for startling you. How was your break?"
"It was alright~ I didn't want to go too far from the base."
"That is good to hear. Hopefully there will be some excitement for you soon. ..Welcome home, Sticks."

Goddamit girl, stop having those fantasies, we wont fall for your tricks anymore.

Ask him why he's half naked, I'm sure there isn't a single person who doesn't want to hear the answer.

>>94428
Now's as good a time as any to tell him how you feel.

Sticks 2009/12/19(Sat)09:07 No. 94437 ID: fb5d8e
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A-alright.. I'll tell him..

"..R.. Ridder.."
"Yes?"
"I..I l.. l.. l--"
"GGRRAAARRRGGHHH!!!"

Sticks 2009/12/19(Sat)09:08 No. 94438 ID: fb5d8e
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"Too much momentum!"
"WAARRGHH--! AUGH!"
"Control your power! Discipline! Discipline!"

Heh. Maybe not quite yet.

>>94439
No, this is the perfect opportunity. Tell him how you feel just as Fang swings at Ridder's face. Hopefully he'll lose his balance and get a neat ass scar. But beside that, it'll learn him to stop being so damn emotional while fighting or something.

Sticks 2009/12/19(Sat)09:23 No. 94442 ID: fb5d8e
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"Roll with it! No! Roll again! On your feet!"
"R-ridder.."
"AURRGH!"
"Keep moving! Use your feet! Left, right, left, right! Don't just go forward!"
"RRAAAAGHH!!"
"Rid--"
"Complete your swing! Relax your muscles! Too much of your power is lost like that!"
"GHAAARRRGHH!!"

Just sit back and enjoy it~

>>94442
Enjoy the sight of two well-built men horsing around.

>>94442
Fantasize about Black Fang and Ridder having hot, sweaty, mansex.

Ridder, if you can hear us, you are fucking awesome! How the training going?

>>94442
No worries. Your going to have sweet dreams tonight. ~<3

Never suspected Ridder would be seme and Black Fang would be uke, didja? Do you like? |3

Sticks 2009/12/19(Sat)10:12 No. 94455 ID: fb5d8e
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Hmm.. I don't usually go for the manly men couples, but Ridder dominating a reluctantly submissive Black Fang does sound interesting..

..Hmmm...

>>94455
No, bad voices! Stop encouraging the yaoi fangirl! ...though I'm surprised that you didn't think of it first, Sticks.

>>94455
That's the Sticks we know and love. Now, do you perfer Black Fang moaning 'Master' in his gruff, hot voice, squirming under that dexterous Ridder, or 'sensei'?

Think of how interesting the size difference would be, and I wonder how flexible Black Fang is?

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)11:42 No. 94476 ID: fb5d8e
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..Yes, I won't ask about the conversations you have with Sticks.

You asked about the training: It's not going very well. Black Fang is far too used to simply hacking away without any thought.

"That's enough for today. We can not wear ourselves out."
"Aye, master."

That aside, I hope this will strengthen our bond. I'm not the most socially aware, so I'm not sure if I'll actually notice.

Though.. I think all of my followers quite like me. The atmosphere in the base is good.

>>94476
Maybe you should teach him in alternative ways.
Sex is all about technique and not just hacking away without thought, maybe you could try that with Black Fang!

Glad to hear it!

Oh, and whoops, is that Iesgip back there? You should probably hear her report asap. Call her back.

Bond sexually with Black Fang, like the Greeks.

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)12:11 No. 94486 ID: fb5d8e
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I will not make love to Black Fang. It will upset the relation we have now and I do not see him that way.

Iesgip has already reported back to me. I've heard of the complications.
Frankly, I am very disappointed in your performance as guiding voices, but ultimately the blame for the two deaths lies on me: I decided to entrust Iesgip in your care.
This taught me not to trust you to guide Iesgip on important missions again.

>>94486
Civilian casualties was unavoidable. The fight was a swirling melee. Ridder, would you prefer the trollking be free to kidnap and pervert dozens, if not hundreds of babies, or that he be stopped now, before he can do any harm? The civilian deaths are regrettable yes, but that is the cost of preventing monsters from reigning free.

its almost as if they only suggest things to entertain themselves

>>94486
Three deaths an a genocide actually, assuming the Trollking is good and dead, some of us do have some sense here. Its just, well, there are alot of us with many goals and methodologies.

Hopefully we did get the job done at least.

>>94486
>I will not make love to Black Fang. It will upset the relation we have now and I do not see him that way.

Are you sure? he was wondering if the ring would fit on your 'member'. He sees you as really girly too, Ridder. And you don't have to be romantically attracted to him. Sharing a physical bond will bring you closer, if you know him intimately, you can train him intimately.

(loldoublepost)

>>94486
And letting the Troll King potentially create more offspring, which, considering his willingness to USE A BABY AS A CLUB, is somehow not worse than two lives? Sure, MAYBE, he would live peacibly once he had some children. But if that willingness for carnage was displayed in his 'children', many more than two would have died.

Not all decisions have a clear better path. We chose to try to prevent a worse event from occurring later.

>>94486
Not all lives can be saved, Ridder.

>>94486
Ha... yeah...
We kinda fucked that one up. :<
In hindsight it seems obvious that it would have been far more prudent to wait until AFTER he was out of the village to deal with him.

>>94490
Uhm erh Ridder has already informed us that he is not that kind of Knight.

Anyhow, Ridder,I am almost inclined to agree Iesigip is almost too pliable and literal for our directions to be entirely helpful to her. However, we don't really have much a choice now do we?

She is the closest thing we have to a trained assassin, those kind of skills need refining and guidance to be accurate, and we certainly didn't tell her to shoot through that civilian.

>>94487
That's not how heroes are supposed to think. A real hero doesn't simply accept necessary sacrifices. He finds a way to make them unnecessary.

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)12:27 No. 94497 ID: fb5d8e
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Do not lecture me about sacrifices, imbeciles. I have been trained for war my entire life. I know more than I would have liked to know about civilian casualties, but they still upset me.
Especially when they could have been prevented with more stable leadership.

Iesgip is a very competent woman. I shall give her none of the blame.

And I will not have sex with Black Fang!

Hm- It looks like there is some commotion at the base.

Oh dear, is the elf flashing the troops?

>>94497
>And I will not have sex with Black Fang!

But just think of the bond you'll share!

sigh, fine. give the ring to blackfang after the commotion settles down, maybe we can talk to him about finesse.

>>94497
Did they make a breakthrough with their project they were working on earlier?

I would massage Black Fang. He looks tense and soft and oh so inviting.

>>94497
Methinks the lady doth protest too much.

Iesgip is interesting, actually. She seemed entirely unshaken by what happened to that civilian. It might be a good idea to speak to her about it later. Either she's a sociopath, she has more experience with death than I expected from a herbalist, or she's going to suffer some emotional consequences at some point.

Anyway, that can wait. What's going on?

Lets just lay off the bromance fellas. If we want our ideas to be taken seriously we have to occasionally give some good suggestions ehh?

Lets see what all the commotion is about anyhow.

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)12:56 No. 94513 ID: fb5d8e
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Iesgip's lack of emotional response towards the civilian casualties does seem like something I better look in to. I shall speak with her soon.

I step to the front to see what is going on.
Petal and Grek stands next to a bowl of water with smug expressions. ..Somehow water is pouring from the wall into the bowl.

"Yes, take a good look. We showed that archaic technology who's boss!"
"Feck'r celdn't 'andle er combened ferces."
"It's really amazing. As long as the fire inside continues to burn fresh water comes out of these things. The water inside is even heated!"
"S'wheddeye sey? We feckin' emazin' or whet?"

Yes. Hug Grek.

>>94513
Congratulate the young ladies. They really are incredible.
"I am certain there is nothing your fine minds cannot overcome!"

>>94513
Hell yes they are.

HEATED water? That flows on command?

That's usually nobility only shit right there.

High praise for what they did.

>>94513
Hell Yeah, I'll bet this place has showers too!

Brofists all around!

Pay them a compliment for their technical expertise.

>>94513
beautiful. We've got a fountain of hot water in a previously haunted mansion. This can only lead good places. On the flip side.

Sticks, do you know if the nobles would flip for this technology, or workmanship?

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)13:13 No. 94531 ID: fb5d8e
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"That's incredible! Well done, ladies. I am certain there is nothing your fine minds cannot overcome."
"Don't we know it!"
"Den't weh kne' 't!"

I assume that the places I previously assumed to be empty baths or waterbowls are now in working order.
That makes for one waterbowl in the kitchen, one small bath near the entrance, and the large bath in the back of the ruin.

>>94531
Everyone should take baths to celebrate! You and Black Fang can have the small bath so you two can bond more.

Let's have a group bathing session. Especially you and Black Fang, you must be pretty sweaty.

>>94531

Just out of curiosity, could you ask Petal if she ever heard of a person called Opalteare?

>>94531
Ask Petal if she wouldn't mind doing some translation of the various pieces of Elven script dotted about the lair.

>>94531
when petal turns around, try not to stare at the bottom of her ass hanging out of that tunic~

Now, go give blackfang the ring, we should talk to him about control and the importance of finesse.

>>94537
Make sure you say "the importance of finesse" out loud. While near Grek.

>>94537
Yeah, we parted on amenable terms before, he is likely to listen to what we have to say now. We could augment the practical lessons he gets from you with discussion of theory with us.

>>94531
Also, what happened to Petal's hand? I don't recall it being bandaged...

Is she hurt?

Check to be sure.

>>94535
This sounds like a good plan, We've been using this girl's ring without even know who she was. It would be interesting to know more about this place.

>>94532
>>94534
Agreed. You and Black Fang are very sweaty and worked out. You should shower, you know. Bonding.

>>94542
actually, when WAS the last time Blackfang had a bath? living in the wilds for so long can't be good for his smell.

I think we mentioned the name Opalteare back in her house and she didn't particularly respond to it.

Asking Petal about the writing we saw is a good idea, though.

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)13:38 No. 94556 ID: fb5d8e
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"Alright, everyone, back to work. You can try the baths at the end of the day. Sticks, give the ring to Black Fang."
"Alriiiightt~"

I shall try the bath later as well. I'm content with using the small bath.
The big bath should be big enough to service several people at once. Perhaps I should look into separating it somehow so the women and men can bath in peace.

"Petal, have you gotten hurt?"
"Hm? Oh, this? I just grabbed some hot pipes. Minor burn."
"Sheh wes bit teh exc'ted."
"Why wouldn't be, though?"
"If you're feeling alright, would you come help me translate some elven script laying around this ruin?"
"Oh, I already translated the pieces from the kitchen. Grek will be using the described technology for a weapons."
"I see. Very good. I have more writings upstairs. These are regarding the ruin's previous inhabitant."
"Oh.. That does sound very interesting."

Petal glances over her shoulder to Grek, who waves her off.

"Go ehn. We en't get th'materi'ls an'wey."
"Very well. Lead the way, Sir Ridder."

"En't get th'materi'ls," hm? What do they have planned next? And what materials do they need? May as well ask her on the way.

>>94556
Hey, Ridder, before you go, tell Grek that we apologize for the way we acted before.

Well, most of us do. That's the problem when you have hundreds if not thousands of personalities. Can't get everyone to agree on something.

>>94556
I agree, as the manager we should take some trouble to see if we can't make proceeding there material easier.

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)13:56 No. 94579 ID: fb5d8e
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I lead Petal up the stairs to the hidden room.

"What sort of materials do you need?"
"Metal. A solid amount of metal."
"I shall see what I can do."
"Oh, thanks."

In the room Petal looks around in awe, obviously enjoying the well preserved state the room is in. I invite her to to sit down.

She looks at the painting before sitting down.

"'Lady Opalteare.'"

She begins to read the book. I wait patiently at her side.

"This is a log or dairy by a Lord Sylerleave. I'd say a dairy since it is all very personal. Most of it is about how much he loves Opalteare.. 'Sweetesth lips, soft yet burning, trace along my loving heart, oh Opalteare, oh Opalteare, no being ever as graceful as thee'. Want me to go on?"

She flips ahead to about the middle of the book when she suddenly stops.

"'Wretched beings of mud and weed, Ne'er shall I name them my brethren. A plague, A pleague. Death is my name, The Widower of romance.' Sounds like suddenly got very angry.. The handwriting is more aggressive too. But why-- Ah. There are several pages missing her."

She runs her finger along the remains of torn pages.

"That's the transition, and it's missing."

I would guess that he was alive when the other elves decided to become orgiastic hippies, and resented it. The censorship could easily be their doing.

Do we know why the elves abandoned technology in favour of nature? Aside from the mystical 'it is not growing blah blah' nonsense that obviously wasn't enough to stop the elves back then. If we don't, it might be worthwhile to ask Petal what she knows. Not much, probably, considering she was considered a youngster going through a phase.

Have you ever heard of these two people before, a Lord Sylverleave and Opalteare?

It sounds like he could be talking about the local Wood Elves, or perhaps even some kind of River Nymphs?

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)14:16 No. 94592 ID: fb5d8e
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I highly doubt the druids have come here, let alone this room. They couldnt have removed the pages.

"Perhaps he was alive when the elves were giving up their old ways. What do you know of the transition?"
"Not much. The High Druids convinced a big part of the population that their technology and ways were unnatural, not part of the circle, selfdestructive, and so on. The conservatives were few and were either ostracised or simply left."

Say "That's unfortunate. To give up all progress simply because they're ordered to..."

Stare uncomfortably at her cleavage.

>>94592
About how long ago, an estimate by mortal timing anyhow (it seems that time flows strangely in Everseed.)

I am very interested in restoring this house to it proper order, and am partially interested in its history. You see I had to remove Lord Sylverleave as he had turned the main hall into some kind of deathtrap masquerade.

*perhaps we should show her the mechanism he installed in the main hall?*

>>94592
Severe case of Joan Syndrome detected.

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)14:49 No. 94606 ID: fb5d8e
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"About how long ago was the transition?"
"It was before I was born. I'd say about 500 years, give or take a hundred. The High Druids don't like to keep track of things like this."
"I see. ..Come, I have something else that may interest you."
"Oh?"
"When I first entered here, the ghost of Lord Sylverleave was still present. He played the harp you saw. As he played, large hooks on chains descended from the ceiling, carrying corpses that moved in such ways that they appeared to be dancing. He tried to force me to 'dance' as well."
"..Will that mechanism still be working?"
"We can find out. You stay on the balcony, and I shall attempt to play the harp."

We follow my suggestions.
I play the harp to the best of my abilities: The result is nothing more than a mess of sounds. To add some order I try each string individually.

Nothing appears to happen.

I continue playing for a while, until Petal calls down from upstairs.

"Nothing is happening here. Perhaps it was just part of the haunting."

>>94606
To be sure, we'd need someone who knew how to actually play a harp. The mechanism must be very complicated, if it wasn't just the haunting... Is there anything visible on the ceiling to suggest the hooks were physical?

>>94606
Perhaps a specific tune is needed? Ridder, you seem unable to properly play the harp, but perhaps someone who had such a skill the the musical arts could unlock that particular secret.

The proper tune could even be laying around somewhere as sheet music or some kind of engraving.

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)14:55 No. 94612 ID: fb5d8e
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Yes, my musical talents leave much to wish for.
I have seen no writings other than the ones we already found, however.

"Is there anything on the ceiling that suggests they were physical?"
"Not at all. It's completely smooth."

>>94612
As much as the haunting does indeed leave much to mystery, I want to say that it might require an elves touch, and beyond that, it might trigger him coming back. Remember, it was at night.

We're risking Petal being possessed here, out of curiosity. But let her play.

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)15:24 No. 94627 ID: fb5d8e
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"Petal, would you like to give it a try?"
"I've never touched one before, but sure."

She plucks at the strings with even less skill than me. Nothing happens.
We sit at the harp in silence for a moment.

"Well, thank you for your help, Petal. I will see about getting you that metal. Dismissed."
"Thanks, sarge."

"Uhm.. R-ridder..?"
"SIR! Unidentified individual approaching base, SIR!"

>>94627
Ask what the intruder looks like.

>>94627
Okay, we should go out and meet them, but have Iesgip supporting us with the crossbow from the second floor, and Black Fang nearby to assist as well. Basically, have all the combat-capable people on hand.

Oh hey, Petal has armor and a sword, so I guess she'd be part of our combat force as well.

>>94627
Have Blackfang stay with the rest, don armor, and wait for the figure stylishly, banner of Malto bared.

>>94627
We need to know a few things before we act on this information:

-Have Iesgip and/or Sticks made themselves known to the intruder?

-What does this intruder look like; are they armed and/or hostile?

-Did they seem to be heading towards the base intentionally, or are they simply making their way through the forest?

>>94636
This sounds good. No need to get paranoid if it's just the local cutebold chief.

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)15:48 No. 94647 ID: fb5d8e
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I rush outside and grab my spear. As I walk I ask Iesgip what she knows.

"Did you or Sticks make yourself known to the intruder?"
"Sir, no, sir!"
"Are you sure he is heading this way on purpose?"
"Sir, yes, sir! Subject is walking in a straight line directly for this position, sir!"
"What does he look like? Is he armed?"
"Sir, I can't say, sir! Subject is wearing a large hat and cloak, sir!"
"Understood. Get your crossbow and cover me from a hidden position. Black Fang! With me!"
"Sir, yes, sir!"
"Aye, master."

Iesgip points us into the direction, then swiftly disappears in the undergrowth. Me and Black Fang pace on. It isn't long before a figure comes into view.
I gesture Black Fang to stay several feet behind as I talk to the intruder.

The intruder walks to several feet away from me himself, then stops and speaks.

"So.. You must be Sir Ridder."

>>94647
looks like a Fang to me. Be on your guard.

>>94647
"Yes, and who might I be addressing? One of the Fangs, I presume?"

>>94647
A fang I presume?

>>94647
"And you are one of the Fangs, I presume."

>>94647
"And you are a pimp, I'd presume? You are pretty far out of Sepia Town."

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)16:00 No. 94665 ID: fb5d8e
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"Yes, and who might I be addressing? One of the Fangs, I presume?"
"Not aneemore, I am afraid. Orange Fang, at your servize."

Be friendly, but ready.

>>94665
"Well, if we got technical about it, you still are a Fang, just not the mercenary type. But never mind that. What brings you here?"

>>94665
"Once a Fang, always a Fang, for better or for worse. What can I do for you, Orange Fang?"

>>94671
>>94669

psst, lets not call soemone who's not trying to identify as a fang a fang.

"Ah, Black Fang has told me of you. What brings you here?"

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)16:10 No. 94675 ID: fb5d8e
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I don't see any reason to correct him on this matter. It would only be insulting.

"What brings you here, Orange Fang? What can I do for you?"
"I am here to offer my servizes. Surelee Black Fang has told you about mee. I am a powerful mageecian. A powerful mageecian willing to join your cauze."

>>94675
Tell him to prove it by making his clothes disappear.

>>94675
"I would definitely appreciate the help... but why so eager to join? Forgive me for doubting your intentions, but these are dangerous times."

>>94675
A welcome and warming gesture. Are you here for the cause, or something else?

That's interesting. I wonder how he heard about us and what kind of payment he wants.

>>94675
Mmm...
Something about this seems off.
Perhaps I am just paranoid, but...
I don't quite trust this fellow.

Suspicious.

Even if it seems impolite, it would be wise to ask some more questions.

How did he find us? Why does he want to join our cause instead of working for money? Where are the other fangs and who hired them? What are his abbilites?

Always keep in mind he doesn't neccessarily tells the truth.

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)16:28 No. 94704 ID: fb5d8e
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"That is very kind of you. I appreciate it and the gesture is welcome, so please forgive me for being suspicious. Could you please tell me how you found us?"
"News travels fazter than you theenk, sir Ridder. It just took mee some time to get heere."
"Why do you want to work without payment?"
"Payment eez not important when I can be part of your movement. I am eager to get the honour of working with you."
"Where are the other Fangs?"
"Oh ho, I thought that perhaps Black Fang would have told you alreadee. I am not with the Fangs aneemore. I betrayed my familee years ago, just like Black Fang and Red Fang. ..Now, pleeze, let us end the hosteelitiees. Pleeze call your friend with the crossbow. Eet looks veree dangerous."

"Sorry, i was just hoping perhaps you might have had a better idea of where they were coming from. They show up on occasion. Please come inside."

Well, this guy looks useful. But I think that you should respect him a lot, because he could throw you down or something.

>>94704
Magicians are tricksters by heart, masters of the sleight of hand. What makes you think I trust you enough to believe that you wouldn't just double-cross us?

>>94704
"Forgive us. You are observant. Perhaps we can work something out." Call off our sniper, and gesture for Orange to walk ahead, towards the door. "I myself, am experiencing a slight problem, and this is an opportune time fora magician such as yourself to appear." Make sure to have Black Fang nearby, in case he smells trouble.

>>94704
Is Iesgip aiming directly at him? May as well adopt a more relaxed posture.

"When you say 'movement', what do you mean?"

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)16:39 No. 94719 ID: fb5d8e
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"Magicians are tricksters by heart. How can I trust that you will not double-cross us?"
"I'm not a clairvoyant, sir Reedder. I can only ask you to give mee a chance to prove myself."
"Very well. Let's go to the base. Iesgip, it's fine."
"I'm glad our introductions went well."

I gesture to Orange Fang to continue to the mansion. Me and Black Fang follow him.

"One more thing: What do you mean when you talk about me 'movement'?"
"..Your movement. You and your freends who follow the road to your goal. I want to bee part of it, if I may be so straightforward."

Fair enough. Invite him into the meeting room and offer him something to eat and drink. He may have a suspicious accent and a truly spectacular hat, but there's no need to be rude.

Confer with Black Fang through the ring- see if he has anything to say about this. It's a good thing you had Sticks pass it on to him, huh?

>>94719
"And what Goal would that be?"

>>94719
I see.

Call everyone out. Introduce them. Then move to the harp room, and explain our goals.

>>94724

I think he means a goal instead of say, pointless mercenary fighting.

>>94719
Have him wear the ring, but don't tell him what it does. We can gain some insight into his thoughts and intentions. Everybody will have to shut up though.

>>94733
Are you stupid? We can't be trusted to not drive him away. Only the more accommodating have been able to put up with us.

>>94733
That could very well work. Just bring him in, and introduce him, then reclaim us.

If he asks, say Black Fang had spoken highly of you, and that you should hold a signet to dignify you as important, yada yada.

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)16:52 No. 94744 ID: fb5d8e
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"And what Goal would that be?"
"..Surely sir knows what his own goal is."

Black Fang let's me know that eventhough he wasn't close to Orange Fang, he recognizes the scent.

>>94733
He might notice that it's magic, being a magician himself.

>>94737
EVEN WORSE, This guy is probably familiar with magical items, lying to him definitely won't improve relations any.

>>94744
I'm curious as to what rumors are circulating. My goal is actually to eliminate an evil presence responsible for the razing of Iniziare Citta. The one I speak of killed Red Fang and made his dungeon into a base."

>>94744
Of course; to stop this 'Boss' character, and regain Lord Malto's honor. Or something. Ridder, you can handle this one.

Also, I'll have to disagree with those suggesting to give him the ring. He'll probably know what we are, being a magician, and even if he doesn't, I don't see us coming up with a good enough reason for it, or even shutting up for the five minutes required to get some spying done. For now, why don't we just show him around, introduce everyone, etc?

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)17:05 No. 94755 ID: fb5d8e
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"I'm curious as to what rumors are circulating. Our goal is actually to eliminate an evil presence responsible for the razing of Iniziare Citta. The one I speak of killed Red Fang and made his dungeon into a base."
"Have no fear, that eez exactlee what I heard. I am glad it was correct."
"Good to hear. Well then, I'll show you around and introduce you to the other members. Black Fang, could you find make sure everyone is close to the base?"
"Aye, master."
"Wonderful, wonderful. I am very glad."

>>94755
I wonder where he got that gap in his grin?

>>94756
Not a gap, it's a blackened tooth.

psst its rude to ask such personal questions of someone you just met.

>>94755
Just a suggestion Ridder. Orange, if you find him acceptable, could help us solve the riddle of the ghost and the harp.

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)17:13 No. 94768 ID: fb5d8e
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"This is the men's quarters. It serves as a place to sleep and indoor workshop, if you need one. ..I'll have them clean the place up before nightfall."
"You will not bee sleeping here?"

"I usually sleep in my offi-"

Why dont you sleep in there actually?

>>94768
Keep on your toes Ridder, this is verbal wordplay. He's testing you. Tell him that there isn't enough space, and you've selected to sleep elsewhere.

>>94768
"I have my own quarters" (perhaps we should not tell him just where, I find it rather odd that he would even ask.)

Ridder 2009/12/19(Sat)17:22 No. 94780 ID: fb5d8e
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"I have my own quarters."
"Why eez that? You don't trust your men? No offenze, ofcourze."

I never really gave it much thought.