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Apr 25, 2013 16:19:07 GMT
Post by jezzi on Apr 25, 2013 16:19:07 GMT
Outside Hirenn's hides in Ojaveda.
(08:52:48) Jezzi yawn's stretches and begins putting away her leather goods and tools.
(08:53:59) Jezzi stares at the aristocrat walking through Dsar Akkio in the middle of the night.
(08:55:20) Jezzi says: Hmph! A rich one like you shouldn't walk around alone here at night. The rogues'll get you.
(08:55:25) Ogostos stops and stares at Jezzi. "Ah. The streets were deserted but I knew there were things afoot still. You're Melkior's girl, aren't you? The one he dragged in off the streets."
(08:56:30) Jezzi says: Are you baiting me for a duel? I hate that dirty thing you call Melkior. And no one drags me anywhere.
(08:57:52) Jezzi says: If you wish to speak to me pretend you have some manners or I'll be on my way!
(08:59:34) Ogostos tips his head back and roars with laughter. He takes his notebook out with a flourish and smooths a page repeatedly, obsessively. "Miss ... Jezzi, was it?"
(09:00:59) Jezzi says: What is it to you? If you have business with me, get on with it. It is late and I still have things to do.
(09:01:15) Jezzi says: If not, stop wasting my time.
(09:03:36) Ogostos looks at Jezzi and winks. "Maybe I should teach you a lesson, eh, Miss Jezzi?" He licks his lips. "Well, look here. I received some friendly advice. About corpses that have risen from the dead. Needless to say, VERY abhorrent, and the octarchy is keen to get to the bottom of the whole sordid matter and put the perpetrator away for good.
(09:04:47) Jezzi says: Well, you finally have something useful to say. I've heard about this also. I can even agree with *you* that it is disgusting.
(09:05:09) Ogostos says: Very good. You show some taste.
(09:05:41) Jezzi says: A friend of mine was attacked by one of these filthy abominations. Thankfully she was rescued..
(09:05:52) Ogostos says: Have you seen anything suspicious here?" His pen is poised above the page. He continues to rub at some barely visible creases.
(09:06:28) Ogostos says: Oh? Your friend? Would this happen to be ... an Erdstapa, associate of a Foosan?
(09:06:43) Jezzi says: Sadly I've seen nothing. If I do, I'll tell you what I know. And give you what remains of the corpse.
(09:07:01) [Tell] Ogostos tells you: [Fuu told him some things and sent him to check out Oja]
(09:07:44) Jezzi says: It was Lady Eardstapa. Thankfully she was not seriously injured.
(09:08:35) Ogostos snorts. "Where might I find this lady?" He emphasises the word as if highly in doubt that he would use it himself.
(09:09:16) Jezzi says: Mind your tone! She is Dermorian nobility! And I haven't seen her today.
(09:10:29) Ogostos says: Indeed, as noble as you, perhaps. And how did you come about the remains of the corpse? Were you there too?
(09:10:47) Jezzi says: I will tell her you would like an audience if you wish. [baiting]
(09:11:32) Jezzi says: I wasn't there. I haven't seen anything. If I see something like that I will destroy it, that is a promise.
(09:13:53) Jezzi says: But I've seen no dead things walking.
(09:14:08) Jezzi says: Except grendols of course.
(09:14:32) Ogostos says: Well it's not so easy, but I'm told beheading it can stop it." He pats the longsword in its scabbard against his hip. He finds a piece of paper neatly folded in his pocket and writes, "By order of the Octarch, Erdstapa is to report to the Octarchal Residence for questioning. Octarchal representative Ogostos Snakegrass." He folds the paper in half and hands it to Jezzi. "Yes she is to report to Hydlaa at once."
(09:16:06) Jezzi says: When I see her... But you are risking the ire of her Vigisimi and Ochtarch if you maintain that impertinant tone.
(09:16:33) Jezzi says: [more baiting]
(09:16:44) Ogostos raises his eyebrows imperiously. "And which Vigesimi is that?"
(09:17:08) Jezzi says: On another level, I don't know the name, I only travel in the dome.
(09:18:36) Jezzi says: But she is the leader of a Dermorian clan, a person of importance. And my friend, who I would like to see treated with respect.
(09:19:16) Jezzi says: Oh, I'd also heard that incinerating the undead works.
(09:21:44) Ogostos makes an irritated click with his tongue. Jezzi's vagueness means he cannot write a single thing down in his notebook, which seems to irk him no end. "Well, you haven't been much help, Miss Jezzi. I'll expect a reply and prompt attendance from Erdstapa, however. I think you can manage that much."
(09:22:23) Jezzi says: I'll relay the message when I see her. But the dome is a big place, it may take a while.
(09:22:28) Jezzi giggles
(09:25:24) Ogostos says: [is she baiting his temper? or?]
(09:26:02) Jezzi says: [Oh yes.. She is doing her very best to irritate him]
(09:26:58) Jezzi says: [and to show that she is not at his beck and call]
(09:27:45) Ogostos slams shut his notebook, pockets it and smooths a stray hair back off his face. [He has OCD tendencies. He could very easily be annoyed.]
(09:28:14) >Jezzi Bezezel smiles at Ogostos Snakegrass
(09:28:31) Jezzi says: Anything else I can help you with?
(09:28:49) Ogostos addresses Jezzi in quite a harsh, loud voice. "At least the city where your "lady" lives. You must remember that."
(09:29:18) Jezzi says: Well, sometimes she's in Hydlaa...
(09:29:28) Jezzi says: And sometimes in Amdeneir...
(09:30:01) Jezzi grins, knowing she is infuriating Ogostos
(09:30:27) Jezzi says: Of course sometimes she could be somewhere else..
(09:32:22) Ogostos seethes. "Dammit, woman, you're wasting my time." He can't be sure she isn't just ditzy, however, so while his right hand glows with a dark ball of energy, he makes no move to actually strike.
(09:32:43) Jezzi says: Maybe you could try the little villiage out near the Eagle Bronze Doors? That seems like a nice place.
(09:34:13) Jezzi says: If I had a lake house I'd want it there. It's so peaceful, don't you think?
(09:35:13) Ogostos decides on a plan and his lips curl sadistically as he moves to action. He advances towards Jezzi, the dark mass swirling in his hand gathering momentum and racing towards the diaboli's throat with little warning. The cloud is configured like a hand.
(09:36:35) Jezzi strikes back with an identical spell striking at Ogustos' heart.
(09:37:19) Jezzi says: Fool! Did you think I was helpless?
(09:40:32) Ogostos's clouded hand balls into a fist that doesn't reach Jezzi's throat nearly fast enough. In an attempt to block her spell he clutches a large gemstone to his breast, partially deflecting it. The rest of the strike makes contact and he sinks to his knees. "HOW DARE YOU! I carry the full authority of your octarch!"
(09:40:45) >Ogostos Snakegrass takes a seat.
(09:42:41) Jezzi says: You attacked me. I've answered your questions, now I'm done with you, octarchs clerk. My daughter will be wanting breakfast soon and that is more important than you.
Jezzi summons Dazzel the Rivnak and rides off.
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May 13, 2013 13:14:59 GMT
Post by jezzi on May 13, 2013 13:14:59 GMT
(10:26:01) Ogostos stops mid-conversation as they pass the Grotemays and "Darkwidge". He is carrying a package wrapped up, from which some vials are visible.
(10:28:41) Ogostos frowns at Jezzi. "Ma'am, it's just standard procedure. I'll need you to take off your headgear and identify yourself. There are wanted criminals on the loose and it is our duty to protect all citizens from them."
(10:29:07) Jezzi replies in a hoarse whisper
(10:29:56) Jezzi says: No one wants to see my face. I survived, but the ulber took a bite.
(10:31:13) Jezzi says: I am Blackwidge Shadowblade.
(10:32:11) Ogostos winces. "I'll be the judge of that. Maybe we can get you to a doctor, too. Or Kaerli might be able to help you." He steps away from the hooded "Blackwidge", aware that his custom-ordered armour hasn't arrived yet.
(10:33:23) Jezzi says: I have seen the doctors. Now I live in the wilderness hunting. I only come to the city when I must.
(10:33:52) Jezzi says: I ask you not to force me to unmask. As a woman it would shame me.
(10:34:08) Kaerli laughs "Sounds like me half the time, at least in terms of being out in the wild."
(10:36:03) Ogostos continues his conversation with Kaerli in an undertone, "Are we saying that contagions can be layered to produce even more virulent ones? Fascinating." He takes out his book, writing "Blackwidge Shadowblade" inside. He peers into the hood, seeing nothing of Jezzi's features at all. "What race? And I don't think anything would shame YOU, Kaerli."
(10:36:22) Jezzi says: I have seen you Ynwnn, from my cave.
(10:36:59) Zif says: From your cave you say ?
(10:37:22) Jezzi says: Once I was Ylian, sir. But what is left is just Blackwidge.
(10:37:36) Jezzi says: Yes sir. My cave.
(10:37:56) Zif says: Pray tell , what is a Blackwidge ?
(10:38:19) Jezzi says: I am Blackwidge, It is my name sir.
(10:38:31) Ogostos writes "ex-Ylian" after a pause. He turns to Zif. "And your full name, sir? Octarch requires all citizens to identify themselves when requested." He flashes his octarchal ring.
(10:39:16) >Zif Henada takes a seat.
(10:39:29) >Zif Henada stands up.
(10:39:45) Zif says: I am Zif Henada
(10:39:54) Zif says: Zir Hernada
(10:40:03) Zif says: Zif Hernada
(10:40:33) Zif says: OK . one more time .... I am Zif Henada
(10:41:28) Ogostos frowns at "Blackwidge". "Tell you what, I'll get another woman to look at you. Kaerli, would you? In the Grotemay's tent and all that, away from prying eyes, and all that." He writes "Zif Hernada" and then "Zif Hernada" before looking up curtly and addressing the man, "That's enough, thanks."
(10:41:44) Zif says: Farewell and peace be unto you
(10:42:02) Ogostos nods.
(10:42:58) Jezzi says: No one has seen my face for many years. I grew tired of the screaming children and looks of pity.
(10:43:37) Jezzi says: I live in a dark cave to avoid accidentally seeing my own reflection.
(10:44:05) Jezzi says: And I do not wish this nightmare on the Ynwnn Kaerli.
(10:44:35) Jezzi says: I will leave Hydlaa and not return.
(10:45:02) Ogostos sighs, pulling at his short beard. "I'll turn around, okay? Don't make this difficult, lady. I just have one suspect to rule out, okay? Then we can all go home, you to your wildernesses and I to my Octarch's house." He gestures towards Kaerli to proceed, and turns around, examining the vials and containers of growth media more closely.
(10:46:14) Jezzi touches her pocket and an azure glow spreads as I cast an illusion under the mask.
(10:46:50) Jezzi lifts the mask just enough to show the illusion, and promptly pulls it back down.
(10:47:21) Ogostos has his back towards Jezzi. "Kaerli, did you hear me? Does she check out?"
(10:48:15) Kaerli says: Best I know, yes...I didn't notice anything suspicious there.
(10:51:09) Jezzi pretends to sob "Now will you leave me be, Octarch's man?"
(10:51:36) Ogostos sees no reason to probe anyone's mind at this information, so he simply writes, "Disfigured" before "ex-Ylian" and "female" after. Then he turns around, "And your occupation - you work with leather?" His brow creases. "So does the fugitive, so mind you keep your eyes open for her - female diaboli, tight pants, cropped top, chest sticking out, about same height as you..."
(10:52:34) Jezzi says: Diaboli? I haven't seen a diaboli in years...
(10:52:46) Jezzi says: I thought they were all dead.
(10:53:02) Kaerli says: There are still a few around the Dome.
(10:54:12) Jezzi says: Well, I rarely am around anyone, and I only have the one eye...
(10:56:32) Ogostos nods distastefully, "Yes yes" and turns back to Kaerli. "It will take my team longer than you to get the right configurations, Kaerli. Why don't you continue your research? We'll agree that this interests the Octarch, and look into more funding if you need it."
(10:56:58) Jezzi says: May I go now sir?
(10:57:49) Ogostos tosses a coin in "Blackwidge"'s direction. "Go, please."
(10:58:12) Kaerli says: I will, then.
(10:58:20) Jezzi walks off, silently cursing Ogostos' line.
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Post by Moja on May 24, 2013 4:49:30 GMT
(17:34:35) Moja quickly looks at the ylian, then goes closer to Allelia, thinking about what she should eat, or drink.
(17:35:11) Jezzi says: Hello Allelia. I'd like to order some waybread, dried fruit and water pouches.
(17:35:33) Moja jumps noticing the diaboli "Hello? If you are... Hello.", nodding.
(17:35:42) Ogostos looks up and frowns a little. The trepor steak on his table seems to have got cold while he has been concentrating on a piece of paper beside the plate, his pen poised.
(17:36:00) Jezzi says: Hello Miss.
(17:36:45) Moja looks at Allelia "What... what should I eat?!", thinking.
(17:37:16) Jezzi says: Yes, I'll pick it up tomorrow. It is for Darkwidge Shadowblade.
(17:38:15) Jezzi passes Allelia some coins.
(17:38:40) Ogostos stares at the hooded figure. "You there, yes, Darkwidge. Everything okay? I mean, we can't fix your disfigurement but the state can get you a meal just this once, I am sure. If you are hungry." He looks at Moja. "I can recommend nothing, frankly, miss ... who are you?"
(17:39:37) Moja turns, looking at the ylian "Sir, I am... me... Who are you, if I may ask?", tilting her head.
(17:40:15) Jezzi says: Thank you sir. But not necessary. I was putting in my order for supplies, I'll be returning to my cave.
(17:41:19) Moja says: "And. Why nothing? You... you know I've already eaten, today?!"
(17:41:23) Jezzi turns back to Allelia "Could I get some Bamboo rice, pot roast, and a beer please?"
(17:42:34) Jezzi says: Are you hungry miss?
(17:43:14) Moja stares at Jezzi for a moment "Who? Me?"
(17:43:27) Jezzi passes some more coins to Allelia and takes her food
(17:43:42) Ogostos puts his pen down and states loudly, "Well, all of it tastes terrible. I am only here for a change from the Octarch's rich menu, but frankly, I'm ready to promote Salikarios's chef now. He gives Jezzi a pitying look and says to Moja, "Poor woman, this Blackwidge."
(17:44:39) Moja looks at Ogostos, quite surprised, then at Allelia, then at Ogostos again "Sir, that was really rude!"
(17:44:41) Ogostos jerks his head in the direction of Moja's yellow kerchief and adds, "Why don't you do-gooders help her out instead of creating trouble and unrest for a change?"
(17:45:25) Jezzi says: Excuse me, I'll be downstairs where my eating won't be upsetting to others.
(17:46:47) Moja looks at Ogostos "Well Sir, at least, when you were rude I understood, but now I didn't... was it something rude again? Maybe? If, if... if you were talking to me, of course..."
(17:47:19) Jezzi eats loudly, making some peculiar noises to reinforce the fiction that parts of her face are missing.
(17:50:12) Jezzi slurps her beer
(17:50:30) Ogostos's expression is the same as curdled milk as he listens to the noises. He pushes his plate to one side and resumes writing on the paper. "Eh, yes I am talking to you, what are you, miss, slow? What's your name, by the way. You're associates with that rabble in Amdeneir, that Erdstapa and so on, and if you know the whereabouts of Jezzi Bezelel, she is wanted for treason and you are under duty to turn her in to the Octarchal guards or myself.
(17:52:25) Jezzi tips over a chair to produce a distraction.
(17:53:03) Ogostos jerks his head in the direction of the sound.
(17:53:26) Moja stares at Ogostos "Am I supposed to take a note of what you are saying?", looking perplexed "And, so far, I've always thought I am a dermorian, not particularly slow, by the way. Just not used to talk to rude people, maybe."
(17:53:39) Jezzi resumes her loud chewing and slurping noises.
(17:54:32) Moja says: "And what did Jezzi do, if I may ask? I don't see her around since ages. Did you do something bad, to her?"
(17:55:31) Ogostos says loudly, completely misunderstanding Moja, "Oh, miss, I really wouldn't call Blackwidge RUDE. She can't help herself. Underneath that hood - " he shudders, "well, it's a mercy to say no more, poor woman. But you, miss, no you may not ask more until I have your name." He takes out his black book, flipping to a fresh page.
(17:56:35) Jezzi clatters her dishes as she finishes up, resetting her mask.
(17:57:35) Moja shakes her head "No, I was saying rude to... oh, nevermind... doesn't matter... anyway, I am sorry, Sir, but why? I mean, why should I tell you my name? You don't look friendly..."
(17:57:59) Jezzi returns her dishes to Allelia "Thank you for the excellent meal"
(17:58:15) Moja looks at Jezzi "Welcome back, lady! So, how was your food? Seems you enjoyed!"
(17:58:48) Jezzi looks at Moja "I did. The food here is very good. What will you be having miss?"
(17:59:25) Jezzi says: The pie here is excellent
(17:59:26) Ogostos makes an annoyed sound. "It's a criminal offence to refuse to identify yourself when we are looking for suspects and traitors to the government. Be wise and state your name." He takes up his pen again, and anyone who cares to look might see the name Kaerli Stronwylle written across the top of the sheet, along with "Contract"
(18:00:38) Moja answers to Jezzi "Yeah, maybe the pie might be a good idea!", looking at Ogostos again.
(18:01:01) Moja says: "Oh, I don't think I'm a criminal, so, I should tell you my name?"
(18:01:59) Jezzi says: No one has seen this Jezzi person. I think she may have left the area.
(18:02:30) Jezzi says: What exactly did this person do anyway?
(18:03:10) Moja says: "I told this ylian too, that I haven't seen her since ages! Have no idea... as far as I know she's a good one, and a friend of mine."
(18:04:19) Ogostos says without looking up from his paper, "You'll be a criminal if you DON'T state a name when asked. Because you could be a murder suspect, or even recently undead, for all I know, Dermorian miss. As for Jezzi Bezelel, she resisted interrogation and attacked an octarchal representative in Ojaveda."
(18:05:07) Moja whispers "Rude and boring..."
(18:05:41) Moja looks at Ogostos "So, I am Moja Aere... happy, now?"
(18:07:05) Ogostos continues writing. The words, "contagion", "antidote", "experiment", "indemnify" and "safeguard" flow from his pen. He looks up, then opens a black notebook and writes "Moja Aere" with the same fluid motion. "Thank you, Miss Aere. In fact it's you who are happy now, having done right by your government."
(18:07:10) Jezzi whispers back "agree"
(18:08:24) Moja stares at the walls and starts to think "1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7....", trying to not answer anything.
(18:09:06) Ogostos says: Blackwidge? Are we well fed? Shall I put in a good word for you with the job office? We could use more janitors ...
(18:09:59) Jezzi says: I will be returning to my cave tomorrow. I don't like to be around people.
(18:10:29) Moja says: "So, Sir, now that we all are happy as we all know my name, should I go? By the way, am I allowed to know your name too?"
(18:10:54) Moja looks at Jezzi "Is that cave a comfortable one?"
(18:11:40) Jezzi says: I like it well enough. There is water and I keep it warm with Red Way.
(18:12:28) Jezzi says: I share it with a blind gobble named Korlak
(18:13:00) Moja says: "Oh... that sounds nice... may I visit you, someday?"
(18:13:33) Jezzi says: If you promise not to look at me.
(18:15:11) Jezzi says: I need to go into the sewer now. Korlak wanted to give some things to his cousin Gorbiak.
(18:15:23) Moja says: "If you want me to not look at you of course I won't, promise."
(18:15:31) Ogostos grimaces. "I can put a word in with Amidison about temporary housing too, Blackwidge."
(18:15:36) Moja says: "And greet Gorbiak!", smiling.
(18:16:08) Jezzi says: Sure. If he is anything like Korlak he must be really nice.
(18:16:19) Jezzi says: Bye everyone!
(18:16:21) Ogostos says: Miss Aere, why don't you and your colleagues do something helpful and house and clothe the poor woman? Caves, honestly.
(18:16:25) Moja nods "He is!"
(18:16:55) Moja looks at Ogostos again "Uh? What? Who?"
(18:18:07) Moja says: "Sir, I am sorry... but, I think I already ask... politely, but... do you have a name? Or, you are just, the law?!", looking really, really confused and surprised.
(18:19:56) Ogostos gestures to Moja to sit at his table. He flashes his signet ring and the emblems on his coat lapels and flaps. "I should have thought it was obvious by now. I'm Ogostos Snakegrass, Octarchal Representative and guest of Iragdun Salkarios."
(18:21:05) Denes says: "Greetings Moja!" and smiles
(18:22:13) Moja says: "Oh, greetings!", looking at Denes "How's kra, today?"
(18:22:54) Denes says: "Fine, Kra is as ever. What about you friend?"
(18:23:14) Kaerli trots in and dumps a load of parts on the bar for Allelia.
(18:23:55) Moja looks at Ogostos "So... is all that: Representative and guest... all part of your name?" "No, no, it shouldn't, it's your job, right?", scratching her head.
(18:24:16) Kaerli says: Greetings all.
(18:25:03) Ogostos is feeling benificent and generous, so he grunts at the kran. "Miss Aere, one other question, if you won't sit down you may answer standing, do you know where I might find a reserve guard by the name of Denes Czolt? Jefecra seemed unable to say, tsk tsk. Ah, Kaerli. I am just at this moment writing your contract.
(18:26:11) Moja greets Kaerli and, bored, gets closer to Ogostos but she doesn't sit. She also doesn't answer and looks back to Denes.
(18:27:02) Moja says: "May I ask you if from time to time you find someone, around?" "No, no, no... sorry..."
(18:27:14) Moja looks at Kaerli "Contract?!"
(18:27:21) Denes looks to the stranger with slight interest: "Yes. That is the name others call Kra" and points kras self "You would be?"
(18:27:54) Denes says: "As in Csolt."
(18:28:33) Kaerli nods to Ogostos "Good to hear." then nods to Moja "Yes, contract. The details are not something suitable for discussing here."
(18:29:21) Moja says: "... and maybe nowhere..."
(18:29:53) Ogostos stands, his dinner of trepor steak forgotten. Kaerli's contract remains on the table. "YOU are Denes Csolt! WHAT were you thinking, questioning the octarchal warrant for Jezzi Bezelel's arrest?"
(18:30:07) Moja gets closer to Kaerli "You, you trust this one here? Yes?", quite surprised again.
(18:31:07) Moja gets closer to Denes, looking at Ogostos "Maybe there was some error, in that warrant? And kra wanted to correct it..."
(18:31:58) Moja shakes her head "Didn't think that the law was that rude..."
(18:31:59) Denes looks over Ogostos from top to bottom and says: "You would be...?. Sir?"
(18:32:48) Kaerli looks to Moja "I'm just trying to make sure everything is documented"
(18:33:07) Moja says: "Ogostos Snakegrass", then, lowering her voice "It takes months, to him, to answer..."
(18:33:37) Denes keeps staring at Ogostos
(18:34:26) Moja looks at Ogostos "Everything? You mean everything for real? I was robbed, some time ago, was that documented somewhere?"
(18:34:49) Kaerli says: Everything that I am dealing with
(18:35:04) Moja says: "Or you care about just some stuff, to be documented ignoring... oh, I see.", nodding.
(18:35:22) Ogostos shoots a stern look at Moja. "Indeed, Miss Aere is correct at last. I have the Octarch's permission to restore order on the Dome level." He flashes his signet ring and lapels at Denes. "Did you report the robbery, Miss Aere? I have a book in the octarchal residence for such crimes, and I didn't see your report..."
(18:37:07) Moja says "Uhm, I guess I knew there was someone like to report.... I mean, I knew sooner or later I'd meet someone to report that, anyway.", nodding with a perplexed face.
(18:38:46) Denes's looks gets relaxed: "Ogostos Snakeglass is it? Good! Kra has one or two things to talk.
(18:40:10) Ogostos says: Oh?
(18:40:43) Ogostos pokes his finger at Denes's chest. "Kra has one of two things to explain, you mean."
(18:41:21) Denes says: "Yes. Kra likes to help newcomers in the Dome."
(18:41:23) Moja says: "Sir... Ogostos... how can you know what kra meant?!"
(18:41:54) Moja shakes her head and sits down.
(18:43:08) Denes says: "You look a legit official. Now first the poster you see:"
(18:44:56) Denes says: "Guards don't call treason here. Our sole job as guards is to serve the law, no judgements."
(18:46:19) Denes says: "Second: We expect all to follow procedures and use proper communication channels amongst each other."
(18:47:34) Denes says: "Third: Kra has met say six days ago with the person in question: Jezzi. And is reporting it to you now."
(18:49:11) Esanor scratches his neck
(18:49:14) Ogostos replies stiffly, "First, I am not a guard. I do decide treason, based on civil disobedience. Second, why did Jefecra not brief you, or did you two not communicate! Third, why didn't you arrest Jezzi as ordered?"
(18:49:21) Moja tries to remember the stonehammer's name "Esa... Era...", and shakes her head.
(18:49:34) Ogostos looks around, nodding at Esanor irritably.
(18:50:13) Esanor writes "Esanor"
(18:50:59) Moja reads and nods, smiling "Right! Esanor! Thanks!"
(18:51:37) Esanor reads the poster again and looks thoughtful, concerned even.
(18:52:23) Ogostos points to the torn warrant and Denes's notice lying on the table. "Taking things into your own hands is punishable, guard reserve." He takes out his book and writes, "Esanor, dwarf" underneath "Moja Aere, Dermorian, yellow scarf sympathiser"
(18:53:13) Esanor looks at Ogostos and points at his ear
(18:53:19) Denes says: "With all due respect Sir, Kra didn't and still doesn't know you. On this level we have proper chain of command where Kra is not sure where you would fit in.."
(18:53:37) Moja looks at Ogostos "You decide treason? Isn't treason something written, already written somewhere?", scratching her head.
(18:56:21) Ogostos says: Treason is taking an overt stand against the government to the harm of said government! The diaboli female resisted interrogation and attacked me. Had I been killed, her crime would be double!
(18:56:38) Esanor writes "What is alleged she did?"
(18:57:03) Ogostos looks at Esanor. "What about you, Stonehammer Esanor? You seen the woman in question, Jezzi Bezelel?"
(18:57:08) Moja says to herself "Shame she failed!", smiling to Ogostos.
(18:57:35) Esanor shakes his head and adds to the writing board: "I was on duty at home"
(18:57:52) Denes gives a hard look to Moja
(18:58:44) Ogostos reads Esanor's writing tablet and frowns. "What kind of duty in your own home? And reserve guard, if you have no explanation of excuse, I am forced to decide your punishment ... unless ...."
(19:00:02) Esanor shrugs towards Denes
(19:02:11) Denes interrupts: "As said before: Chain of command. Sanction, Kra is not afraid of as right Kra is, but it has to come from a GUARD higher in rank."
(19:04:05) Moja says: "Rank? Guards? Why am I still here?", looking at Ogostos "So, Sir Ogostos, you and the law... should I go?! Still have no idea if I am allowed to..."
(19:04:16) Ogostos slashes his hand through the air in a gesture commanding silence. "Are you telling me this is Jefecra's fault? I will withhold your punishment if, and only if, you bring me Jezzi Bezelel. How about that?"
(19:05:37) Ogostos looks at Esanor as if expecting an answer about duties in the home.
(19:06:50) Denes shakes Kra's head: "Are we trading off consequences of acts now? No need for aany of that. Let us have an announcement amongst guards first."
(19:07:58) Denes starts towards Esanor
(19:08:22) Ogostos looks furious. "You do NOT decide protocol, reserve guard, you make amends when you, or Jefecra, WHOEVER, break it!
(19:09:04) Moja says: "Long day Allelia, isn't it? And did the law already paid for his meal?"
(19:09:54) Denes shakes kra's head and continues towards the door.
(19:10:25) Ogostos bangs his fist on the table, notices the contract, and signs it, beckoning to Kaerli. "Your signature? And how about a witness, say, Esanor, since he is the most reliable of you simply by being the least objectionable.
(19:10:55) Ogostos says under his breath. "Also, he is unlikely to have loose lips."
(19:12:12) Ogostos puts the document on the table. [public book - kaerli to sign? esanor - would your dwarf like to be a witness of a contract between the Octarchy and Kaerli? he may refuse, it is up to him]
(19:12:23) Moja says to no-one "The law is the law, the protocol is the protocol..."
(19:12:52) Ogostos raises his voice. "Denes Csolt, stop in the Octarch's name."
(19:14:14) Denes turns back and stares at Ogostos with a blank bored face
(19:14:32) Moja looks at Denes "Kra, I don't know much of these things, have to admit it, but I have to say that in my opinion that guy is pretty sure to be more powerful than Jefecra...", whispering.
(19:15:32) Esanor spots the octarchal seal on the contract and points at it, interested in having a closer look
(19:15:34) Denes whispers back to Moja: "No man in one person commands the law and the sword."
(19:16:22) Kaerli looks over the contract, and then frowns to Ogostos, before beginning to strike out portions of the contract and replace them, initialing as she goes.
(19:16:22) Moja looks at Denes "Oh, good to hear that. But not sure he, there, agrees..."
(19:18:33) Esanor takes his writing board again and scribbles: "Guarding the Hall of the Hammer against thieves, on the Stronghand Ridge."
(19:19:47) Ogostos frowns at Kaerli. "What seems to be the matter with the agreement? I signed it as it was. Now I will have to retract that and start over."
(19:20:07) Kaerli says: Your drafting was sloppy in a few places, sir.
(19:20:14) Kaerli says: So, I'm cleaning it up.
(19:20:33) Denes back to Moja: "Might be where he comes from is a dark place only to be controlled with hard and swift hands."
(19:21:44) Moja thinks for a while, then answers whispering to Denes "If you were right I wouldn't be sure he'd be still alive as he is... but, of course, I might be wrong..."
(19:22:53) Ogostos reads Esanor's tablet and nods. "Good work, Stonehammer." He looks around, increasingly impatient with the others. "Don't tax my patience, please. I can show those who would a dark place, all right. Denes Csolt, are we clear about the arrest of Jezzi Bezelel? Or would you rather suffer confinement to the barracks in East Hydlaa for a week with no rations?"
(19:23:53) Kaerli signs the contract, then hands it to Esanor for his review and signature.
(19:25:33) Esanor reads the contract
(19:25:46) Denes replies: "Depends. If you are right and word from the superior comes, Kra will do what has to be."
(19:26:49) Esanor wonders if he fully understood, but decides to sign as witness.
(19:27:43) Moja looks at Denes trying to look not quite shocked.
(19:27:52) Esanor shakes his head and points several times to Kaerli and Ogostos
(19:31:48) Ogostos smiles sinisterly at Denes. "Oh, word will come, all right. Jefecra will have you thrown in the barracks. A soldier must learn his place."
(19:33:14) Denes nods to all: "We shall see how it really is then."
(19:33:24) Ogostos picks up the contract, looking over Kaerli's amendments with rising annoyance.
(19:34:40) Denes says: Would you please follow, Sir Ogostos?
(19:34:43) Moja says: "Denes, may Moja talk to kra, soon, maybe?", worried.
(19:35:52) Denes whispers to Moja: "Yes. Soon might be late for a talk with a good friend." and winks
(19:36:33) Moja nods to Denes smiling. A bit unsure, but smiling.
(19:37:06) Ogostos barks at Denes, "Not now, kra. I will schedule you for an appointment if you must."
(19:38:33) Kaerli says: Please do present me with a copy of record
(19:38:34) Esanor offers Denes a mineral water
(19:39:12) Denes accepts Esanor's gift and gives a dagger with runes on it in return
(19:39:25) Ogostos initials against Kaerli's amendments and folds the contract carefully. "My office will have a copy sent to you, Kaerli. Good doing business with you. Esanor, thanks for your help. I wish the kra and Dermorian had taken lessons from you."
(19:40:00) Ogostos says: Good day.
(19:40:07) Moja asks to the door "So, the dermorian he said, is it me?!"
(19:40:30) Esanor waves goodbye.
(19:41:41) Esanor shakes his head
(19:42:09) Ogostos nods and makes an exaggerated bow to Moja as he passes her. "Do you see any other Dermorian here, Miss Aere?"
(19:42:44) Esanor raises his nose tip with his finger and frowns
(19:42:44) Moja looks around, looking at Allelia "You!", smiling.
(19:44:13) Moja shakes her head, waving "Have a good afternoon... need some rest after... after that..."
(19:46:13) Moja says: "So, see you soon, kra!", waving at Denes. |
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Post by eardstapa on Jun 7, 2013 12:40:01 GMT
What is up Ogostos's designer sleeves?Ogostos looks up, bothered by a shred of meat stuck between his front teeth. He puts his napkin to good use picking his teeth clean discreetly and restoring the appearance of his smile. "Discuss what things, Miss Aere? Kaerli was there when I met Blackwidge. In fact, she was so disfigured that I had to reassure her I wouldn't look at her directly, so another woman, Kaerli, did. Moja just shakes her head "Sure, but that doesn't mean that she had to be grateful for every silly stupid thing.... oh, nevermind... doesn't matter..." Ogostos frowns. "Silly? Stupid? I think it's unfair to call Kaerli any of those names." Moja starts to laugh, and puts her left hand on her mouth, trying to hide her laugh "Sure, sorry, definetly, fair. I was wrong." Moja is able to stop her laughing and turns to look at Kaerli and says "Didn't mean... I am, I am sorry. And, and maybe you have to discuss important, important things with important sir Ogostos..." Ogostos polishes off the rest of his pot roast, wiping his mouth with the napkin, taking extra care with the corners of his lips. "Good. Now Kaerli, how is your research coming along?" Kaerli nods "Fine, fine. I do have a delivery for you." Ogostos places his knife and fork exactly in the middle of his plate and pushes it away, snapping his fingers at Jarda. He stands eagerly. "A delivery, well, well." Kaerli digs a package out of her pack and hands it to Ogostos Moja looks at the package handed to Ogostos, trying to guess what's in there. Moja asks "Is that a gift?" Moja smiles shyly. Moja , hearing no answers, says "Well, nice cloth, anyway..." Ogostos takes the package and unwraps it quite discreetly. What is visible to any onlooker are a set of labelled vials. But no explanation is visible. Ogostos seems to keep to himself a bundle of papers. He reads through them quickly. "Have you run tests, Kaerli? Animal subjects?" Kaerli nods slightly, but is otherwise coy about the results. Moja glances at those vials, asking to herself "Tests?!" Moja says: "Sir, sir Ogostos... you are, you are right. You deal with important things. Those, those things look, so, look so important, for example... wondering if I could dare to ask..." Ogostos gathers the vials to himself, concealing them once again in their package together with the papers. "Government matters, Miss Aere. Rest assured we work around the clock for the safety of our citizens. Kaerli Stronwylle here has been working terribly hard for the betterment of all society." Ogostos says: Kaerli Stronwylle, your government thanks you. Kaerli says: As to the compensation specified? Moja says: "Ahhh, yes, those vials looked so safe... Moja Aere thank you both, as well.", very, very unsure. Ogostos pulls his money bag out. Moja says: "... so, betterment of all society has a price, afterall..." Kaerli takes the coins and stuffs them into her purse silently. Ogostos gives Moja a sharp look. "Kaerli must earn enough to feed herself, I'm sure you would agree." Moja says: "I agree... just, just wondering how much lady Kaerli usually eat... but also, I was wondering if worsement of society would have a cost as well..." Ogostos says: What exactly did you use for the tests, Kaerli? Kaerli says: Rats. What would you expect? Moja stares at the air over her head, listening to the conversation Kaerli - Ogostos. Ogostos's eyes glimmer with a kind of cruel delight. "Only rats? I had expected a whole zoo of creatures. Why just rats?" Kaerli says: They are prolific, and work well for testing. Kaerli notes the look in Og's eyes, but says nothing more Ogostos stands, taking the package with him. "Octarch Salikarios must receive this immediately, of course. Thank you, Moja Aere, and Kaerli Stronwylle. Miss Aere I wish you a peaceful event. Remember, I can send guards to help you if you like." Kaerli says: Farewell Ogostos and Moja. Moja says: "And remember, Sir Ogostos, I mean, if you'd like to, that I thank you but that-WON'T-be-necessary!", smiling.
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Post by eardstapa on Jul 6, 2013 6:35:10 GMT
behold! the Flaming Vampire Axe of Necromancy hath resurfaced ... Roled points to the axe that Caraick has picked up"Did ye know ye had lost it?" Caraick looks back to Lalouch, and lifts a brow slightly. "Her [Eardstapa's] decision?" he queries, still holding the axe down in his free paw. Anysu gratefully hold Shogin's paw Eardstapa looks at Roled and Lalouch. "Caraick, destroy it? Surely there must be some way to test its power or ascertain whether it hath killed..." She looks around, then sniffs a little. "If ever there was a time we needed Gofis...." Lalouch nods, His warm, bright blue eyes have a certain coldness. Lethanial gets a bit nervous. "I placed it in the forge like I was told. Somone must have seen me and taken it out." Anysu looks over and listens to Lethanial Caraick looks to Eardstapa, after waiting for Lalouch's response. "I can handle testing it's power, before destroying it, if you would like," he suggests. Anysu's ears turn towards Caraick's voice and listen Roled says: Caraick we don't know yet if the axe were the murder weapon Eardstapa nods firmly. "I have heard enough to know that the Adani Master is trustworthy in such matters." She looks around the group for signs of agreement or disgreement. Roled says: so I don't think actually destroying it is ... called fer yet Anysu nods in agreement at Eardstapa Celroc says: Pardon me, we know little of this whole ordeal.... but I do have a question. Why should we destroy the supposed evidence? Shouldn't we keep it? Timil nods in agreement with Eardstapa. "Caraick has much experience in such matters" Lalouch nods Ziara gives a nod of agreement to Eardstapa Caraick dips his head to Eardstapa, before looking back and over to Roled. The axe is still held down loosely in his paw. Roled nods "Of us all Sir Caraick may be the only one who might be able to protect us all from the axe and keep it in case we need it Roled says: fer a trial  |
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darkwidge shadowblade
foiled by jezzi again 
