BODYGUARDS WANTED--For the protection of his Lordship, Duke Ehlu--(50 silver an hour, non-negotiable)

[Through the Living Heir he/him]

On 9/23/2024 at 1:33 PM, J. Magi said:

Sleeper ( @TheRavenHasLanded), Alvar ( @Dragonheir), Lusha ( @Spark of Hope), Calum (npc, famous mercenary), and Jerani (npc, famous mercenary, Dwarish barbarian)."

Alvar looks slightly upset, although he’s glad that the pompous elf isn’t in his group. 

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Alvar wrote “I can explain” next to his name. 
The end result of his background check is a bunch of “accessory to collateral damage” charges, a minor bounty for tax evasion after he spent a year or two living off the land, and a charge for “tax evasion fraud” when he split the bounty with a random tavern owner and used it to pay his own bail. He also has a charge or two for misleading weapons declarations, and turned the entire leadership of a street gang in to the city watch. It notes wonton vigilante-ism and that he has a very good lawyer, preventing further charges. That being said, it’s a very adventuring-related list of crimes, and doesn’t imply that he’d betray the duke. 

 

21 hours ago, TheRavenHasLanded said:

"I said, lets move. we should get this money, no?"

21 hours ago, TwinSouls said:

“I guess…” Galdorn sighs, then stands up, cracking his knuckles.

21 hours ago, Spark of Hope said:

Lusha stood and went with them.

Alvar gets up as well, trying to steer the group somewhere they can talk without being overheard. “I typically work alone. But if we want to do this, we should at least a some sort of a plan.” 

[Through the Living Hope]

1 hour ago, Dragonheir said:

Alvar looks slightly upset, although he’s glad that the pompous elf isn’t in his group. 

 

Alvar gets up as well, trying to steer the group somewhere they can talk without being overheard. “I typically work alone. But if we want to do this, we should at least a some sort of a plan.” 

Lusha pulled her bow over her head and held it. "We'll probably have to defend something; that's what they're hiring people to do. That said, I should go to somewhat of a distance. I can see very far, and that'll let me eliminate threats before they can get too close."

[Ookla de los Cuervos he/him]

2 hours ago, Dragonheir said:

Alvar looks slightly upset, although he’s glad that the pompous elf isn’t in his group. 

 

Alvar gets up as well, trying to steer the group somewhere they can talk without being overheard. “I typically work alone. But if we want to do this, we should at least a some sort of a plan.” 

"Welcome to the club, but the money is too good to pass up for me. what was the test anyways?"

[Through the Living Hope]

1 minute ago, TheRavenHasLanded said:

"Welcome to the club, but the money is too good to pass up for me. what was the test anyways?"

"We haven't been told.

48 minutes ago, Spark of Hope said:

Lusha pulled her bow over her head and held it. "We'll probably have to defend something; that's what they're hiring people to do. That said, I should go to somewhat of a distance. I can see very far, and that'll let me eliminate threats before they can get too close."

 

[Through the Living Heir he/him]

5 hours ago, Spark of Hope said:

Lusha pulled her bow over her head and held it. "We'll probably have to defend something; that's what they're hiring people to do. That said, I should go to somewhat of a distance. I can see very far, and that'll let me eliminate threats before they can get too close."

“I’m a melee fighter, and I’m decently fast. I can either take down people who get too close, or I can take out people behind cover. We should take out a group loan or simply pool our money so we can get healing potions, unless one of you four can heal. Maybe some poison, too.” @TwinSouls @J. Magi 

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Is Calum even coming?
What happens to the reject group? Do they just get kicked from the RP? Maybe they could run or join the mysterious home invaders… 

5 hours ago, TheRavenHasLanded said:

"Welcome to the club, but the money is too good to pass up for me. what was the test anyways?"

“Ha! I founded the club. I’ve been doing this since longer than you’ve been alive.” 

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I think. How old is Sleeper, here? 

[Ookla de los Cuervos he/him]

1 minute ago, Dragonheir said:

“I’m a melee fighter, and I’m decently fast. I can either take down people who get too close, or I can take out people behind cover. We should take out a group loan or simply pool our money so we can get healing potions, unless one of you four can heal. Maybe some poison, too.” @TwinSouls @J. Magi 

“Ha! I founded the club. I’ve been doing this since longer than you’ve been alive.” 

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he's 25 here. he has his fancy stuff now. 

 

Sleeper snorts. "Like hell." he pulls up a vicious looking sword, serrated along one edge.

[Through the Living Heir he/him]

4 hours ago, TheRavenHasLanded said:

Sleeper snorts. "Like hell." he pulls up a vicious looking sword, serrated along one edge.

Alvar smiles viscously, revealing his two layers of canines and occasionally bleeding other teeth. He cracks his neck, then flicks his wrist. Water runs out of the nozzle of his custom leather armor’s vambrace. “How about a ‘warm up’. It’ll be good for us…” The water forms into a sword shape, then freezes, turning cloudy and crystalline as chilling wind rushes toward it. The process takes one or two seconds, and leaves Alvar with a similarly dangerous-looking sword. It’s serrated on both edges, and has barbs on the flat of the blade that would make cutting both inefficient and highly painful. It’s long and relatively wide, giving it as much reach and weight as can be utilized without needing two hands. “We’d best do this outside. We wouldn’t want to scare the duke.” 

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I’ve realized Alvar and Sleeper are almost the same person. I don’t think either of them will back down, so there’ll either be intervention or blood. 

[Ookla de los Cuervos he/him]

30 minutes ago, Dragonheir said:

Alvar smiles viscously, revealing his two layers of canines and occasionally bleeding other teeth. He cracks his neck, then flicks his wrist. Water runs out of the nozzle of his custom leather armor’s vambrace. “How about a ‘warm up’. It’ll be good for us…” The water forms into a sword shape, then freezes, turning cloudy and crystalline as chilling wind rushes toward it. The process takes one or two seconds, and leaves Alvar with a similarly dangerous-looking sword. It’s serrated on both edges, and has barbs on the flat of the blade that would make cutting both inefficient and highly painful. It’s long and relatively wide, giving it as much reach and weight as can be utilized without needing two hands. “We’d best do this outside. We wouldn’t want to scare the duke.” 

he grins, then growls out "oh, so we got some similarities. i agree, lets take this outside and see who bleeds more."

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more than likely blood.

 

[Through the Living Heir he/him]

1 minute ago, TheRavenHasLanded said:

he grins, then growls out "oh, so we got some similarities. i agree, lets take this outside and see who bleeds more."

 

Alvar continues to smile menacingly, striding purposefully toward the exit as he preforms the wrist twitch again, creating a barbed ice blade for his other hand. "I think it will be you. Blood makes ice just as well as water. The swords are like this for a reason." Alvar turns to a passing servant. "Does the duke have healing potions? Bring a couple and put them on my tab; that guy will need them, and I want to be back in top shape for the challenge. And some injury poisons as well; whatever liquid ones you can find." Turning to the other three adventurers, he assures them, "I won't be using them on him. That's a waste of poison. If the servant can't find any, can you get me some supplies?" He tosses one of his two golden coins - 100 silver at face value - to Lusha. @Spark of Hope @TwinSouls @J. Magi

[Through the Living Hope]

1 hour ago, Dragonheir said:

Alvar smiles viscously, revealing his two layers of canines and occasionally bleeding other teeth. He cracks his neck, then flicks his wrist. Water runs out of the nozzle of his custom leather armor’s vambrace. “How about a ‘warm up’. It’ll be good for us…” The water forms into a sword shape, then freezes, turning cloudy and crystalline as chilling wind rushes toward it. The process takes one or two seconds, and leaves Alvar with a similarly dangerous-looking sword. It’s serrated on both edges, and has barbs on the flat of the blade that would make cutting both inefficient and highly painful. It’s long and relatively wide, giving it as much reach and weight as can be utilized without needing two hands. “We’d best do this outside. We wouldn’t want to scare the duke.” 

 

43 minutes ago, TheRavenHasLanded said:

he grins, then growls out "oh, so we got some similarities. i agree, lets take this outside and see who bleeds more."

 

 

27 minutes ago, Dragonheir said:

Alvar continues to smile menacingly, striding purposefully toward the exit as he preforms the wrist twitch again, creating a barbed ice blade for his other hand. "I think it will be you. Blood makes ice just as well as water. The swords are like this for a reason." Alvar turns to a passing servant. "Does the duke have healing potions? Bring a couple and put them on my tab; that guy will need them, and I want to be back in top shape for the challenge. And some injury poisons as well; whatever liquid ones you can find." Turning to the other three adventurers, he assures them, "I won't be using them on him. That's a waste of poison. If the servant can't find any, can you get me some supplies?" He tosses one of his two golden coins - 100 silver at face value - to Lusha. @Spark of Hope @TwinSouls @J. Magi

“Let’s not. If we want to be hired, turning against each other doesn’t do any of us good.”

[Mags she/they]

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okay so

I am 100% making this up as I go, but be assured that no one will be kicked out of the RP, that'd be a bad choice as a GM on my part. The reason for the contest is to make things more fun, the alternative being . . . interviews and displays which would be tedious and boring.

Just assume for ooc knowledge that things aren't going to go as planned, and all the players will be able to be involved in the story as things progress.

On 9/24/2024 at 8:59 AM, Ancient Elantrian said:

 

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Your on a team with me, @Just_a_Fan, and @BrechioSwordMouse, plus Allen, our npc

5 hours ago, Dragonheir said:

“I’m a melee fighter, and I’m decently fast. I can either take down people who get too close, or I can take out people behind cover. We should take out a group loan or simply pool our money so we can get healing potions, unless one of you four can heal. Maybe some poison, too.” @TwinSouls @J. Magi 

“Ha! I founded the club. I’ve been doing this since longer than you’ve been alive.” 

29 minutes ago, Dragonheir said:

Alvar continues to smile menacingly, striding purposefully toward the exit as he preforms the wrist twitch again, creating a barbed ice blade for his other hand. "I think it will be you. Blood makes ice just as well as water. The swords are like this for a reason." Alvar turns to a passing servant. "Does the duke have healing potions? Bring a couple and put them on my tab; that guy will need them, and I want to be back in top shape for the challenge. And some injury poisons as well; whatever liquid ones you can find." Turning to the other three adventurers, he assures them, "I won't be using them on him. That's a waste of poison. If the servant can't find any, can you get me some supplies?" He tosses one of his two golden coins - 100 silver at face value - to Lusha. @Spark of Hope @TwinSouls @J. Magi

2 minutes ago, Spark of Hope said:

 

“Let’s not. If we want to be hired, turning against each other doesn’t do any of us good.”

Callum watched his group from a few paces away, clearly not ecstatic at having to work with others. He didn't stop them or react as Sleeper and Alvar began arguing.

"Excuse me?" Lerren was there, standing next to Sleeper and Alvar. "Your can't order servants around here, your not there boss." He looked offended. "As for any potions or poisons for the test, you must acquire them yourselves, if you get hired, then you will be supplied by the state."

"If your going to fight, please do it outside in a space where no one will get hurt, Duke Ehlu won't be held accountable for any casualties. Feel free to duel, if that's what you want, but please note that your every action is being recorded for the inspection and judgement of Lady Genuhk." He made a few notes in on a notepad he was holding.

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Nera hopped off her chair, and went over to Eublech, Heartache, and Reivoki. @Ancient Elantrian @Just_a_Fan @BrechioSwordMouse.

"Umm do we want to do anything before the test begins?"

"We should make a plan," Allen said, approaching the group. He was a tall, strong looking half elvish man with a bow slung over his shoulder.

"That will be difficult seeing as we don't know what the challenge is," Nera replied.

[Through the Living Elan He/Him]

1 hour ago, J. Magi said:

Nera hopped off her chair, and went over to Eublech, Heartache, and Reivoki. @Ancient Elantrian @Just_a_Fan @BrechioSwordMouse.

"Umm do we want to do anything before the test begins?"

"We should make a plan," Allen said, approaching the group. He was a tall, strong looking half elvish man with a bow slung over his shoulder.

"That will be difficult seeing as we don't know what the challenge is," Nera replied.

"A light warm up will help the blood get pumping, warming up muscles and allowing them to extend without any damage. I would recommend a light jog, for instance."

[Mags she/they]

12 minutes ago, Ancient Elantrian said:

"A light warm up will help the blood get pumping, warming up muscles and allowing them to extend without any damage. I would recommend a light jog, for instance."

Allen nodded. "That's a good idea."

"I already have any supplies I was going to use, so I'd be up for that," Nera added.

[Through the Living Elan He/Him]

3 minutes ago, J. Magi said:

Allen nodded. "That's a good idea."

"I already have any supplies I was going to use, so I'd be up for that," Nera added.

"As do I. Outside or inside?"

[Scars of Hathsin he/him]

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can i join? and what is happening?

 

[Through the Living Heir he/him]

10 hours ago, Spark of Hope said:

“Let’s not. If we want to be hired, turning against each other doesn’t do any of us good.”

10 hours ago, J. Magi said:

Callum watched his group from a few paces away, clearly not ecstatic at having to work with others. He didn't stop them or react as Sleeper and Alvar began arguing.

"Excuse me?" Lerren was there, standing next to Sleeper and Alvar. "Your can't order servants around here, your not there boss." He looked offended. "As for any potions or poisons for the test, you must acquire them yourselves, if you get hired, then you will be supplied by the state."

"If your going to fight, please do it outside in a space where no one will get hurt, Duke Ehlu won't be held accountable for any casualties. Feel free to duel, if that's what you want, but please note that your every action is being recorded for the inspection and judgement of Lady Genuhk." He made a few notes in on a notepad he was holding.

@TheRavenHasLanded 

Alvar grits his teeth. “They have points. As much as I hate to back down from a challenge, we should do this later. We have other people to fight, and we haven’t yet been given the funds to waste of a half dozen healing potions.” Alvar looks around for an actual exit so he doesn’t pour a bunch of water on the carpet. “I’d like my gold back now.” 

[Through the Living Hope]

18 minutes ago, Dragonheir said:

@TheRavenHasLanded 

Alvar grits his teeth. “They have points. As much as I hate to back down from a challenge, we should do this later. We have other people to fight, and we haven’t yet been given the funds to waste of a half dozen healing potions.” Alvar looks around for an actual exit so he doesn’t pour a bunch of water on the carpet. “I’d like my gold back now.” 

She hadn’t touched it. 

[Through the living jeff he/him(straight)]

12 hours ago, Dragonheir said:

Alvar continues to smile menacingly, striding purposefully toward the exit as he preforms the wrist twitch again, creating a barbed ice blade for his other hand. "I think it will be you. Blood makes ice just as well as water. The swords are like this for a reason." Alvar turns to a passing servant. "Does the duke have healing potions? Bring a couple and put them on my tab; that guy will need them, and I want to be back in top shape for the challenge. And some injury poisons as well; whatever liquid ones you can find." Turning to the other three adventurers, he assures them, "I won't be using them on him. That's a waste of poison. If the servant can't find any, can you get me some supplies?" He tosses one of his two golden coins - 100 silver at face value - to Lusha. @Spark of Hope @TwinSouls @J. Magi

“Eh?” Galdorn says. He had been busy contemplating why dirt was brown

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Who knew playing an Inattentive character could be so fun?

 

Edited September 26, 2024 by TwinSouls

[Mags she/they]

10 hours ago, Ancient Elantrian said:

"As do I. Outside or inside?"

"Hmmm, let's go outside, the fresh air will be good for nerves."

Allen nodded, he seemed content to follow them. In fact, he didn't seem particular tense about the test at all, just mildly curious.

10 hours ago, Scars of Hathsin said:

 

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Make a character sheet with the template in the OP!! You can be on the team with Me and Elan (teams are listed on page 4) because it looks like our teammates will be less active then the other team.

1 hour ago, Dragonheir said:

@TheRavenHasLanded 

Alvar grits his teeth. “They have points. As much as I hate to back down from a challenge, we should do this later. We have other people to fight, and we haven’t yet been given the funds to waste of a half dozen healing potions.” Alvar looks around for an actual exit so he doesn’t pour a bunch of water on the carpet. “I’d like my gold back now.” 

The servant he had addressed earlier handed it back to him dully.

[Ookla de los Cuervos he/him]

2 hours ago, Dragonheir said:

@TheRavenHasLanded 

Alvar grits his teeth. “They have points. As much as I hate to back down from a challenge, we should do this later. We have other people to fight, and we haven’t yet been given the funds to waste of a half dozen healing potions.” Alvar looks around for an actual exit so he doesn’t pour a bunch of water on the carpet. “I’d like my gold back now.” 

Sleeper sighs and puts his sword away. "Damn, i was hoping to see how much blood the human body has" he looks disappointed, but almost glad in a sense. I really hate this tough guy act, its a pain. I dont wanna kill anymore...

[Through the Living Hope]

1 minute ago, TheRavenHasLanded said:

Sleeper sighs and puts his sword away. "Damn, i was hoping to see how much blood the human body has" he looks disappointed, but almost glad in a sense. I really hate this tough guy act, its a pain. I dont wanna kill anymore...

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About five liters

 

[Through the Living Elan He/Him]

58 minutes ago, TwinSouls said:

“Eh?” Galdorn says. He had been busy contemplating why dirt was brown

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Who knew playing an Inattentive character could be so fun?

 

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Wait why is dirt brown...

 

58 minutes ago, J. Magi said:

"Hmmm, let's go outside, the fresh air will be good for nerves."

Allen nodded, he seemed content to follow them. In fact, he didn't seem particular tense about the test at all, just mildly curious.

The servant he had addressed earlier handed it back to him dully.

Eublech set the pace, not too quick for him or his teammates. He couldn't have them tired.

[Through the living jeff he/him(straight)]

Just now, Ancient Elantrian said:

 

Eublech set the pace, not too quick for him or his teammates. He couldn't have them tired.

Galdorn looks up to see his teammates speedwalking away from him

”hey! Wait up!” He says, speeding up.

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Germy poo

 

[Through the Living Wrath he/him]

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Y’all mind if I join this? I have a character if not. Let me know if this is too similar, or doesn’t fit, etc.

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Name: Dint

Race (fantasy or normal or whatever): Wood elf

Appearance: Tall, green eyes. Wears a brown coat, with moss & other plants growing through it. Between its two fabrics, simple armor. Has a pouch of various vials, and a crossbow and bolts. 

Personality: Quiet, intense. Very serious, and recognizes jokes, but resents them. Loyal, though. Wishes (but isn’t good at) to be an inventor.

Skills: Sharpshooter, stealthy. Recognizes viable places to keep watch, herbal skills. Slight healing powers.

Weapon of choice: Crossbow. Although unseen, he does have some daggers too.

Background: Always been curious of the outside world, the world that hated the wood elves. One day he brought back a contraption from when he snuck out. Was violently punished for it. Not to be discouraged, he started practicing with another, the crossbow, which none of his people had seen. After many years, when people found out, he was exiled. Has since been just taking jobs to get money.

Other/favorite food/cool jokes: Even though he’s fascinated by it, he has no idea how technology works (also, this guy is like a medieval version of his namesake, unintentionally)

 

 

Edited September 26, 2024 by SpiritOfWrath

[Through the Living Elan He/Him]

3 minutes ago, TwinSouls said:

Galdorn looks up to see his teammates speedwalking away from him

”hey! Wait up!” He says, speeding up.

 

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Ew. 

Eublech looks back. "How are you so slow?"