B/X actual play demonstration

Blackhand · August 25, 2012, 12:21:07 PM

Sir Ector is perplexed by some of the rumors. In the short span of time we have, he tries to find out more about the 'fair maiden' and 'old hermit' from the commoners, who don't tend to look down on him as much since they don't have any idea who he is.

If necessary, a gold coin should grease the wheels.

StormBringer · August 25, 2012, 03:41:45 PM

I would like to contract Gorin, and offer 6gp for two weeks, with the extra being made up from my share of the treasure if we are successful. The hermit sounds intriguing, he may have some information my order would find useful. The maiden in danger is certainly a worthy quest, and should bring accord to this rough band and raise their esteem in the eyes of the locals.

GameDaddy · August 25, 2012, 10:37:40 PM

OOC: Is there map of this Keep on the Borderlands available?

Tetnuca inquires with locals about a Tannery or Leathersmith. Failing that, he'll look for a smith or ironworker. He is looking to order or commission a large Spear Quarrel, one that he can attach to his saddle.

Sacrosanct · August 25, 2012, 10:49:54 PM

Sir Ector is unable to divulge any more information about these rumors. It appears no one really knows all that much.

Gorin happily agrees to join the group, and is equipped with basic equipment.

As for maps, your research and working with Fyodor has revealed the following maps:

StormBringer · August 25, 2012, 11:56:11 PM

Unless there is a woodsman who knows these lands as well as his own house, I suggest we take the road to the caverns. Once we get in the area, a bit of foraging should give us a better idea of how to approach them. Goblins are but a nuisance in small numbers; if they have settled into the caves, it will be difficult to safely achieve our goals and return.

Blackhand · August 25, 2012, 11:59:03 PM

A keep, eh? Sir Ector is now interested very much in the fastness and it's location. One keep is a good start.

Shall we dally no longer, my comrades? Perhaps we can reclaim some of the townsfolks' goods and monies from these bandits, and I'm sure there will be plenty for ourselves as well.

GameDaddy · August 26, 2012, 12:46:00 AM

Tetnuca agrees with the Cleric.

"Going by road is ok. More chance to meet other adventurers. Goblins are plentiful in my homeland, almost as plentiful as shrunken goblin heads."

He laughs and brandishes his spear with a stabbing motion to emphasize just how the goblins had their heads shrunk.

StormBringer · August 26, 2012, 12:54:05 AM

Quote from: GameDaddy;576736"Going by road is ok. More chance to meet other adventurers. Goblins are plentiful in my homeland, almost as plentiful as shrunken goblin heads."

He laughs and brandishes his spear with a stabbing motion to emphasize just how the goblins had their heads shrunk.

"Well, it sounds like you will be our expert on goblins and goblin tactics. When we encounter them, we will take our cues from you."

StormBringer · August 26, 2012, 12:57:32 AM

Quote from: Blackhand;576724A keep, eh? Sir Ector is now interested very much in the fastness and it's location. One keep is a good start.

Shall we dally no longer, my comrades? Perhaps we can reclaim some of the townsfolks' goods and monies from these bandits, and I'm sure there will be plenty for ourselves as well.

(I thought we were at the keep. If not, where are we?)

Sacrosanct · August 26, 2012, 01:00:19 AM

Quote from: StormBringer;576739(I thought we were at the keep. If not, where are we?)

Yes, you are at the keep. What sort of marching order will there be, if one at all or just sort of go on the fly?

StormBringer · August 26, 2012, 01:20:23 AM

I am open to suggestion, but here is a preliminary:

Code Select

Medwen    Sir Ector
Tetnuca   Brun
    Zephiros
Fyodor    Gorin

Medwen and Sir Ector have melee weapons; Tetnuca can use a spear over Medwen's head (for protection); I can move forward or stay and protect Zephiros, who can cast in pretty much any direction; Fyodor can toss a spear or move forward, to the left flank or protect the rear; Gorin can shoot from the rear rank, move to the right flank, and protect from rear attacks.

"Sir Ector, will you lead this stout band into the wilderness and adventure, with Medwen as your second?"

Blackhand · August 26, 2012, 03:18:07 AM

Quote from: StormBringer;576745"Sir Ector, will you lead this stout band into the wilderness and adventure, with Medwen as your second?"

"It would be a singular honor. As long as my shield arm holds, I shall stand to the front."

Ladybird · August 26, 2012, 06:49:05 AM

Quote from: Blackhand;576758"It would be a singular honor. As long as my shield arm holds, I shall stand to the front."

"Aye, sounds good to me... we're a fine bunch for some goblin slaying. But that Alat sounds like a fine lad. Wouldn't hurt to bring another along."

I'll offer him three gold a week.

Tetnuca: I figure Medwen, over the past few days, has discussed Goblin-fighting with you. He story that he seemed most proud of (And this was after a few beers) was the time that Medwen and a group of his mining colleagues burst through into a Goblin cave, interrupting a small group trying to do some sort of ritual. Medwen killed the one leading the ritual, a goblin in furs with various trinkets, by kicking him backwards into the ritual area, where the goblin tripped and impaled his head on a particularly pointy candlestick.

Exploderwizard · August 26, 2012, 09:21:25 AM

I'm fine with the marching order.

Did we ever decide on getting a mule or extra supplies? We have hired two retainers thus far, does anyone have supplies for them?

jedimastert · August 26, 2012, 10:03:14 AM

We are setting off to the caves then?

I will provide the hired help with provisions. Do they require anything else?