<i>Outside the last homely house is are a set of stairs leading down to a street. At the foot of the stairs to the side are two statues holding a silver ring. You make your way past them. Beyond that the council is meeting in a court yard. They seem to be waiting for someone or something before they start. The wizard you saw earlier is there. Sitting beside the elf who summoned you. You both walk towards the council and wait for them to acknowlegde your presence.</i>
<span style='color:Chartreuse'>*Walks into the courtyard, placing myself as far from the elf as I can do without seeming to remove myself from the counsil. I study the beard of the wizard, then begin to look at ease, indicating my waiting for the wizard to begin the meeting (acting as though the elf is not even there)*</span>
<span style='color:gray'><u>*Stands up, feeling somewhat awkaward that only 3 people apeared.* "Said only three, but I was expecting more to show up......" *gets out a piece of what seems to be an old map, and puts it on the table* "The new king of humans, Aragorn, has asked me to lead a small group of people to eliminate certain hostile forces still lurking around Middle Earth. Of course, he said there will be a reward to who face this challange." *I throw a bag of coins on the table* "This is a small symbol that what he means is true."</u></span>
<span style='color:white'>*Makes a solemn nod to the dwarf and gives a friendly wink to the human.* *I listern appreciatly to the elf and sits awaiting the others response.*</span>
<span style='color:orange'>"I wish no treasure for myself, and the word of the newly-crowned King of Gondor speaks for itself. I willingly accept this challenge." *takes a long draught of his wine*</span>
<span style='color:gray'><u>*I look at the dwarf* "Fine, so don't come. You also won't get the gold." *Gets the sac of gold, holding it in front of the dwarf* "A dwarf will only slow things up also..."</u></span>
<!--QuoteBegin--P-Khan+Dec 29 2003, 08:30 PM--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td><b>QUOTE</b> (P-Khan @ Dec 29 2003, 08:30 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteEBegin--> <span style='color:gray'><u>*I look at the dwarf* "Fine, so don't come. You also won't get the gold." *Gets the sac of gold, holding it in front of the dwarf* "A dwarf will only slow things <b>up</b> also..."</u></span> <!--QuoteEnd--> </td></tr></table><span class='postcolor'> <!--QuoteEEnd--> You mean <b><i>down</i></b>.
<span style='color:white'>“Psychical wealth means nothing to me. I will help you because I am bound to by a great purpose.” *Nods to the elf.* "You have my staff."</span>
<b>Is this the bit when the human says “You have my sword.” And the Dwarf says “Well I’ll be damned… You have my axe!” *Then the music kicks in.* *Camera pans around the table*</b> <!--emo&:D--><img src='http://www.natural-selection.org/forums/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif' border='0' style='vertical-align:middle' alt='biggrin.gif'><!--endemo-->
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<i>*<span style='color:yellow'>A dark haired man arrives just behind Yaxlas Elansen. He is garbed in the clothing of a Ranger, Once green but now dirty and worn</span>.*</i>
Name: Tanadar Mithgwath Age: unknown Height: 1.9m Race: Wood-elf of Mirkwood Class: Ranger Weapons: ShortBow, Long Sword (named Balëweth) 2 Throwing daggers Equipment: Large Quiver (50 arrows), leather bracers, Mirkwood Hood, Scabbard Items: Elven Cloak of lothlorien. (Given as a gift. Can disguise the wearer to its surroundings when in danger) Large bottle of water, lembas bread
<span style='color:yellow'>"Forgive me for my late attendance. Perhaps I should have left early with you Cirdan, For The passage from the Mountains of Mirkwood has been a tough and perilous journey of late. Many an adventure did I have, But I shall tell all who wish to listen later, for there are more important issues to attend to first. I am Tanadar Mithgwath, Son of Dimtalath. I have come to offer my services to the free peoples of Middle-Earth. You have my bow, and my sword. "</span>
<span style='color:gray'><u>*looks at the xect, not suprised* "Now now master dwarf, no need for anymore fighting. You wouldn't survive long also I say" *notices an elf and a human entering* "Finaly you two have arrived. Tanadar and Yaxlas, it is good to see you two once again"</u></span>
<span style='color:blue'>*To Cirdan* "Cirdan! I did not expect to see you here." *To everyone else* "I am returning to Gondor, but it will be good to have some companions on the road, even if they do include a dwarf. He may prove useful yet.So, not everyone has gone to the Havens, it is quiter than the old days. *Laughs dryly* All the good musicians seem to have gone."
<span style='color:yellow'>Be it Dwarf, or Elf or Man, if we all accept this quest, we must work together. The dark Lord has been defeated, and yet his minions live on. True that they are smaller in number, but as long as they walk on this Earth, they pose a threat. I propose we take them out in small numbers first, use stealth to dwindle their numbers for as long as we can. If someone could point out where these foul creatures hide, We will be one step closer to our quest. </span>
<span style='color:Chartreuse'>"I could point you to a stronghold of evil, and one that has grown far too strong at that. They still hold the depths of Khazad-dûm</span>"
<span style='color:blue'>"Khazad-Dum! So, it is true, dwarves are the miners. But the entrance and the exit are closed, you know that much. Gimli must have told you so as Aragorn did to us. And remember Master Dwarf that it would take an army to break such a fortress, even without the beast there are hundreds of orcs and goblins. We are too few."</span> <span style='color:blue'>"I recommend we go north and meet up with the Redhorn pass. There are many things that lie in the forest that are evil. That is the only place where we have such a chance!"</span> <span style='color:blue'>"Cirdan, you seem to be the leader. Surely you must have an idea."</span>
<span style='color:Chartreuse'>"It would take an army, or a dwarf that knows the secrets of the depths. If you would help me reclaim Khazad-Dûm for the rightfull owners, I might be able to let you in on a secret or two".</span>
<span style='color:white'>"Ha! <i>You</i> wish to fight a Balrog. A demon of the ancient world of shadow and flame, in the darkness of Khazad-dum... This foe is beyond any of you." "No, you should be thankful our task is simpler then that."</span>
<b>Supernorn2000 I don't think you can have an Elven Cloak yet. They are items we will find, buy or be given later. We only start witht that bare essentials now. </b>
<span style='color:gray'><u>"The Mines of Moria no doubt hold great treasures, but the forces of evil are too strong there. We shall need more power to go to Khazad-dum" *sits down, and reveals a map* "I shall offer two paths for us to follow. There have been several reports that the town of Bree had an increase in violence. It is thought that a group of thieves are responsible for this increase in the violence. We could head towards Bree and find if the group of thieves actually exist." *gets a pen and marks Bree, west of Rivindell* "Or, we might follow the Bruinen, also known as Loudwater. The elves of Rivindell are using this river to head towards the sea, and leave Middle-Earth. However, several of our ships have disapeared, never reaching the destnation, which is the sea." "Now, which path shall the rest of you chose?"</u></span>
<span style='color:blue'>"Artemis! The Balrog is gone, dead, buried. One of the Istari fought it, no doubt by the endless stair our Dwarf knows about. I have no inclination to include myself in the ways of the elves, long lived though they may be. Let us go by Bree and arrive at Minas Tirith in the autumn before Winter sets in. The silver tree is in color and it is beautiful."</span> <span style='color:blue'>"And Kelin. You are either brave or foolish, we shall not go to our deaths in that dark, dank place. It would require more soldiers than can be spared! And you talk of treasure, gold makes Dwarves hearts sing it is said, that which they desire most. Well, it shall be in the halls of the Goblin Kings, they are those who own that land."</span>
P.s: Khan, what is the combat system going to be? Is it going to be the 'Cirdan hacks at Bandit, he causes a light wound or some other method?
<span style='color:orange'>"My father has spoken well of the folk of the Shire, who reside near Bree. I will also go to rid fair Bree of the plague that remains after the Dark Lord's demise."</span>
Each one has (I just made up the numbers now. Me and Epoch are working on actualy values): Agility: 8 HP: 150 MP: 25 Magic defence: 4 Physical defence: 2 Bravery: 6 Faith: 3 Charm: 10 Strength: 3
Then, during battle, everyone has once go to attack. So it's like: Yaxlas attacks thief 1 with double-handed sword.
After everyone had a go, me or Epoch will say who caused how much damage, what the enemy is attacking, etc.
You might also speak anytime you want, like: "We might need to flee. They are too strong" or "Kill them all". Sometimes, the speech might have an effect on the battle. You may also use abilities, such as /snipe. Abilities will be aquired through the journey. </b>
<b>Be nice and keep the stats away, Tshake it of uszzsz <!--emo&:D--><img src='http://www.unknownworlds.com/forums/html//emoticons/biggrin.gif' border='0' style='vertical-align:middle' alt='biggrin.gif' /><!--endemo--> No, no, seriously, stats draw away from the story, I personally already forgot my own <!--emo&:D--><img src='http://www.unknownworlds.com/forums/html//emoticons/biggrin.gif' border='0' style='vertical-align:middle' alt='biggrin.gif' /><!--endemo-->.</b>
<span style='color:Chartreuse'>"Ha, that shows. Your mighty balrog is dead huh? Slain by a stray goblin I guess. Hahaa. Pity I left before Gimli, son of Gloin, may his beard never fade, returned from his journey. I don't suppose Aragorn has told you of the destiny of Balin, may his axe never grow dull, and of my father?"
"But anyway, guess you're right. It might be wiser to wait for the gathering of a decent dwarven army than to bring *spits* elves. No idea why I even mentioned it"
"Speaking of which, how about we choose another leader? I wouldn't see myself following an elf. I say we follow the human" *gestures towards Nathaniel* "despite of his speaking of matters he does not know. I bet not even an elf could stare at the depths of khazad-D?m, gazing at the endless sea of mithril, without wonder. Such places should never be held by evil."</span>
<b>Oh, and another thing. With named characters, the names usually end up being forgotten after a while. I recommend we either switch to third person or start using forum nicks istead. For fantasy RPGs, third person usually keeps the athmosphere better than modern nicks.</b>
<span style='color:white'>"Ah yes, the defeat of the Balrog. By the famous Gandolf the White. Yes I remeber." *Closes his eyes and puts his head down, thinking back.* "Hmmm, Bree, I haven't been there for eons."</span>
<b>Well, the stats I'll use it, won't actually post it and all. That was just to have an idea of how it works. And Supernorn2000, you cannot have an elven cloak at the moment. Maybe later on you can have it</b>
<span style='color:gray'><u>"Master dwarf, I told you before, if you are not satisfied with me, you can leave."
"Now, I think it is settled. We shall head to Bree. Meet me here at sunrise, Rivindell should be calm at that time. Until then, I suggest you all to prepare for a long journey."</u></span>
<b>Sorry, but I think you'll have to count me out. Having the party formally led by a DMPC just seems to restricted for my liking <!--emo&:(--><img src='http://www.unknownworlds.com/forums/html/emoticons/sad.gif' border='0' style='vertical-align:middle' alt='sad.gif'><!--endemo-->
Good luck with the RPG though
EDIT: guess P-Khan got me to change my mind. I'll hang on and see if it works out <!--emo&:D--><img src='http://www.unknownworlds.com/forums/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif' border='0' style='vertical-align:middle' alt='biggrin.gif'><!--endemo--></b>
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*rushes after Kelin, cup of wine still in hand*</span>
You make your way past them.
Beyond that the council is meeting in a court yard. They seem to be waiting for someone or something before they start.
The wizard you saw earlier is there. Sitting beside the elf who summoned you.
You both walk towards the council and wait for them to acknowlegde your presence.</i>
<span style='color:gray'><u>*Stands up, feeling somewhat awkaward that only 3 people apeared.*
"Said only three, but I was expecting more to show up......"
*gets out a piece of what seems to be an old map, and puts it on the table*
"The new king of humans, Aragorn, has asked me to lead a small group of people to eliminate certain hostile forces still lurking around Middle Earth. Of course, he said there will be a reward to who face this challange."
*I throw a bag of coins on the table*
"This is a small symbol that what he means is true."</u></span>
*I listern appreciatly to the elf and sits awaiting the others response.*</span>
*takes a long draught of his wine*</span>
*suddenly realizes something*
"Oh, wait. You said YOU were leading the expedition?"
*Laughs loudly*
"Sorry lad, heh, but I doubt I will see myself following an elf."</span>
"Fine, so don't come. You also won't get the gold."
*Gets the sac of gold, holding it in front of the dwarf*
"A dwarf will only slow things up also..."</u></span>
"Fine, so don't come. You also won't get the gold."
*Gets the sac of gold, holding it in front of the dwarf*
"A dwarf will only slow things <b>up</b> also..."</u></span> <!--QuoteEnd--> </td></tr></table><span class='postcolor'> <!--QuoteEEnd-->
You mean <b><i>down</i></b>.
<span style='color:white'>“Psychical wealth means nothing to me. I will help you because I am bound to by a great purpose.”
*Nods to the elf.*
"You have my staff."</span>
<b>Is this the bit when the human says “You have my sword.”
And the Dwarf says “Well I’ll be damned… You have my axe!”
*Then the music kicks in.*
*Camera pans around the table*</b>
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Name: Yaxlas Elansen
Age: 28
Height: 1.9m
Race: Gondorian
Class: Fighter
Weapons: Double-handed sword, Throwing Knives
Equipment: Backpack contains 1 rations, 1 bandages and tinderbox
Wears: Leather belt and armour. Belt has scabbard on. Level 1 shield worn on back.
Stats:
Agility: 5 (-2) 3
HP: 175 (-25) 150
MP: 50
Magic defence: 5 (+3) 8
Physical defence: 5 (+3) 8
Bravery: 8
Faith: 5
Charm: 8 (-1) 7
Strength: 5 (+4) 10
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<i>*<span style='color:yellow'>A dark haired man arrives just behind Yaxlas Elansen. He is garbed in the clothing of a Ranger, Once green but now dirty and worn</span>.*</i>
Name: Tanadar Mithgwath
Age: unknown
Height: 1.9m
Race: Wood-elf of Mirkwood
Class: Ranger
Weapons: ShortBow, Long Sword (named Balëweth) 2 Throwing daggers
Equipment: Large Quiver (50 arrows), leather bracers, Mirkwood Hood, Scabbard
Items: Elven Cloak of lothlorien. (Given as a gift. Can disguise the wearer to its surroundings when in danger) Large bottle of water, lembas bread
Stats-----
Agility: 8 (+5) 15
HP: 200 (-10) 190
MP: 50 (-5) 45
Magic defence: 8 (+2) 10
Physical defence: 3
Bravery: 7
Faith: 7(+2) 9
Charm: 5 (+2) 7
Strength: 5
<span style='color:yellow'>"Forgive me for my late attendance. Perhaps I should have left early with you Cirdan, For The passage from the Mountains of Mirkwood has been a tough and perilous journey of late. Many an adventure did I have, But I shall tell all who wish to listen later, for there are more important issues to attend to first. I am Tanadar Mithgwath, Son of Dimtalath. I have come to offer my services to the free peoples of Middle-Earth. You have my bow, and my sword. "</span>
<span style='color:Chartreuse'>"Say that again and I'll have you taste my blade"
*Pulls axe and prepares to strike at P-Khan*</span>
"Now now master dwarf, no need for anymore fighting. You wouldn't survive long also I say"
*notices an elf and a human entering*
"Finaly you two have arrived. Tanadar and Yaxlas, it is good to see you two once again"</u></span>
*To everyone else* "I am returning to Gondor, but it will be good to have some companions on the road, even if they do include a dwarf. He may prove useful yet.So, not everyone has gone to the Havens, it is quiter than the old days. *Laughs dryly* All the good musicians seem to have gone."
*Takes a seat near to Elfwine*</span>
P.s: Thx Khan
The dark Lord has been defeated, and yet his minions live on. True that they are smaller in number, but as long as they walk on this Earth, they pose a threat. I propose we take them out in small numbers first, use stealth to dwindle their numbers for as long as we can. If someone could point out where these foul creatures hide, We will be one step closer to our quest. </span>
<span style='color:blue'>"I recommend we go north and meet up with the Redhorn pass. There are many things that lie in the forest that are evil. That is the only place where we have such a chance!"</span>
<span style='color:blue'>"Cirdan, you seem to be the leader. Surely you must have an idea."</span>
"No, you should be thankful our task is simpler then that."</span>
<b>Supernorn2000 I don't think you can have an Elven Cloak yet. They are items we will find, buy or be given later. We only start witht that bare essentials now. </b>
*sits down, and reveals a map*
"I shall offer two paths for us to follow. There have been several reports that the town of Bree had an increase in violence. It is thought that a group of thieves are responsible for this increase in the violence. We could head towards Bree and find if the group of thieves actually exist."
*gets a pen and marks Bree, west of Rivindell*
"Or, we might follow the Bruinen, also known as Loudwater. The elves of Rivindell are using this river to head towards the sea, and leave Middle-Earth. However, several of our ships have disapeared, never reaching the destnation, which is the sea."
"Now, which path shall the rest of you chose?"</u></span>
<span style='color:blue'>"And Kelin. You are either brave or foolish, we shall not go to our deaths in that dark, dank place. It would require more soldiers than can be spared! And you talk of treasure, gold makes Dwarves hearts sing it is said, that which they desire most. Well, it shall be in the halls of the Goblin Kings, they are those who own that land."</span>
P.s: Khan, what is the combat system going to be? Is it going to be the 'Cirdan hacks at Bandit, he causes a light wound or some other method?
3 thieves appear.
Each one has (I just made up the numbers now. Me and Epoch are working on actualy values):
Agility: 8
HP: 150
MP: 25
Magic defence: 4
Physical defence: 2
Bravery: 6
Faith: 3
Charm: 10
Strength: 3
Then, during battle, everyone has once go to attack. So it's like:
Yaxlas attacks thief 1 with double-handed sword.
After everyone had a go, me or Epoch will say who caused how much damage, what the enemy is attacking, etc.
You might also speak anytime you want, like: "We might need to flee. They are too strong" or "Kill them all". Sometimes, the speech might have an effect on the battle.
You may also use abilities, such as /snipe. Abilities will be aquired through the journey.
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<span style='color:Chartreuse'>"Ha, that shows. Your mighty balrog is dead huh? Slain by a stray goblin I guess. Hahaa. Pity I left before Gimli, son of Gloin, may his beard never fade, returned from his journey. I don't suppose Aragorn has told you of the destiny of Balin, may his axe never grow dull, and of my father?"
"But anyway, guess you're right. It might be wiser to wait for the gathering of a decent dwarven army than to bring *spits* elves. No idea why I even mentioned it"
"Speaking of which, how about we choose another leader? I wouldn't see myself following an elf. I say we follow the human"
*gestures towards Nathaniel*
"despite of his speaking of matters he does not know. I bet not even an elf could stare at the depths of khazad-D?m, gazing at the endless sea of mithril, without wonder. Such places should never be held by evil."</span>
<b>Oh, and another thing. With named characters, the names usually end up being forgotten after a while. I recommend we either switch to third person or start using forum nicks istead. For fantasy RPGs, third person usually keeps the athmosphere better than modern nicks.</b>
*Closes his eyes and puts his head down, thinking back.*
"Hmmm, Bree, I haven't been there for eons."</span>
And Supernorn2000, you cannot have an elven cloak at the moment. Maybe later on you can have it</b>
<span style='color:gray'><u>"Master dwarf, I told you before, if you are not satisfied with me, you can leave."
"Now, I think it is settled. We shall head to Bree. Meet me here at sunrise, Rivindell should be calm at that time. Until then, I suggest you all to prepare for a long journey."</u></span>
Good luck with the RPG though
EDIT: guess P-Khan got me to change my mind. I'll hang on and see if it works out <!--emo&:D--><img src='http://www.unknownworlds.com/forums/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif' border='0' style='vertical-align:middle' alt='biggrin.gif'><!--endemo--></b>