A restless mind in the dream...

p.richard

p.richard

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<Yes! I know! I think my thoughts into this... "dreaming" and people can see them! Bah! Sounds like some Stone Elf or Biata magic to me! Just let me go to sleep you cursed scribe!>

Jacob, son of the Townsend, is teaching me how to project my thoughts to you all...

<A scene of orcs comes trampling through his thoughts as if he is not focusing on speaking and allowing his own dream to enter the conversation>

BAH! Townsend! This is a lot harder than you think! Your instructions are weak!

Listen meat shields! I will be in the area soon. I am a traveler looking to find his place among the great warriors. Townsend said I will find like minds in about 2 weeks time? But I want to know what sort of things to expect during my time in your area. I heard rumors about slaver Minotaurs and monstrous beasts that need to be slain. Is this it?

<Another scene of the orc killing a giant hound and putting its head on a pike enters the conversation. You vaguely here the Orc screaming in real time, "TOWNSEND! Your candles and stinking smoke isn't helping any! Get out of my room you dandy!">

I want to know who I need to meet and greet. Is this area one of those places I need to check in and register my weapons? I can assume that basic pink skin laws apply? No assault. No murder. No stealing. No casting of evil magics. Right? Am I missing anything? Do I have to pay taxes on the spoils of war I collect during my time protecting your town? What about picking up weapons and armor off the ground once my allies spirits leave their bodies and float to the circles of life? Are their laws saying their items are protected?

Also, what about a tavern? You have a tavern? This orc likes his mead and his ale. Keep your fancy elven wines to yourself. Oh yeah. And floor space. I need room to sleep. I can sell my services as a capable warrior to those that will allow me space on their bedroom floor.

<The Orc's voice fades away and is replaced by sheep jumping over fences and landing in a giant cauldron that the Orc is stirring slowly.>
 
Greetings,
I am Councilor Alcandar Northwind, one of the law keepers and council to the ruler of the Free Cities of Landfall.

We welcome your strength in battle. Our laws are simple and straight forward. If you are alone in battle or in a small group, you keep what you kill. In large group battles, the dwarven smith, Eric, gathers the loot for an even split. I would suggest going along with this method. Other adventurer's possessions are their own and it would be ill advised to take them if they fall. Using them and returning them is one thing but keeping them is another matter and akin to theft.

We have a tavern but no formal tavern keeper. Little, of the Littleleaf Trading company sells meals, wines, and teas in the tavern and is about the closest thing we have to a formal tavern keep. My suggestion would be to bring your own booze to consume, there are ice boxes in the kitchen to chill your drinks.

We are facing the Harkonnians, a nation of slavers and necromancers made up of Bullkin, Cowkin, and Minotaur. They are not to be trusted and use alchemical enslavement, so don't take it as rude if someone makes you drink an enslavement antidote when you arrive. We are also at war with a hobling known as Tiberius. He is by far the mostly deadly individual we have faced. You do not need to register your weapons but it would be wise to make yourself known to myself or on of the other council members, Councilor Roan or Councilor The Black.

If you wish to speak to me in person when you arrive, seek any wearing a black sun, to find me. I can fill you in more, then.

Councilor Alcandar Northwind, Earth Guild Master
 
Pfft. Puny Hobling. I will crush him under my boot for offending those I would call potential allies. As for the 'Kin, Minotaurs and Necro Casters... well... I am excited to add "Beef Killer" and "Slayer of the Dead" to my many deeds. I will also make sure that no one has sticky fingers, if that is what your law entails. Where I come from, if you are not worthy enough to hold on to the items you have then you don't get to keep them. Survival of the fittest and all that. It is nice to know what is tolerated in your town and what isn't.

It will be hard to miss me. Most likely one of very few Orcs in your area, covered in furs and leather armor. I will ask everyone I meet to direct me to you, Roan and/or "The Black". And if you all are a council do I need to bow before you? I warn you now, Thousand Bones bows before no man or woman! Noble or commoner alike. People, regardless of race, must prove themselves before they get such respect from me.
 
There is no need for reverence to the council. No bowing necessary. Though polite, Lord Gyr doesn't require people to bow to him, either, especially foreigners. You will find the warriors of Landfall, more than fit for combat, even us pink skins.
-Alcandar
 
Thousand Bones,

You sound like an Orc after my own heart even though I am a pink skin. Who doesn't like a good fight?

While I do not know if the Order of Oakpalm will be able to accommodate you during this gathering, if you come find me I will ensure that you find a place to stay that includes a bunk. I highly doubt that anyone around here will require you to pay them for the privilege, either.

I usually wear a blue tunic trimmed in silver with white pants and white shirt. I carry a wooden shield with the two acorns on it, the crest of my Order. If that does not make it obvious enough, ask anyone you can find for "Cael", which is my name.
 
"Cael", now we are talking! If you enjoy making your enemies suffer and watching their women lament over the fallen corpses, then yes, we will get along just fine. I would gladly extend the arm of alliance to any that wish to aid this wandering Orc warrior. And don't worry, I won't fault you for the color of your flesh. Not everyone on Fortannis has the honor of having the green skin.

Though, I warn you and yours now, I will never apologize for my behavior. That just isn't the Orc I was raised to be. If I offend you, get over it. I look forward to cross swords with you and stand side by side as we slay the evil 'Kin, Minotaurs and the Necromancers of your area.
 
Crossing swords with the enemy and words with each other! I look forward to meeting you, Thousand Bones.
 
<The sound of Bones' snoring can be heard in the dream, as if his real time is seeping into the conversation. You see him dreaming about ripping out the throats of bovine 'Kin and Minotaurs. Suddenly, the dead kin rise from their deaths as rotting corpses. Bones just continues to slay his enemies on the field of battle. Cooing sounds and a general sense of happiness emanates from the Orc's dreams.>

Hmmm. No. I meant crossing swords with you. Not our enemies. I want to see what kind of warrior carries around the universal symbol for "codpiece". I mean, come on! Two nuts on a shield? You are either immune to taunts by your foes or you overlooked the obvious "between the legs" picture you painted on your slab of wood... heh... I can only assume you have been in many fights as you have defended honor and your choice of hardware... heh... Surely you must be a great warrior by now.
 
It is the symbol of my home town, which was burnt to ashes around me by the Delkani. Myself and the members of my Order carry it on our shields and favors as a reminder of both the injustice faced and of the oaths we have pledged.
 
Like I said before... You must be a strong warrior with such a dark past. I am sure that the Delkani have suffered greatly for their mistake in destroying your town. Yes... a strong warrior indeed. I can't wait to cross blades with you and test your strength and skill to my own! We shall be strong allies... of this I am sure!
 
My, this conversation is getting amusing.

Personally, I tend not to clash swords with allies. I have honor dueled for dominance before but it's not something I revel in. That sort of thing is best left to the young and overly energetic. My reputation, the hundreds dead by my hand, and thousands dead by my actions speak volumes. I often lead on the field or my companion Roan, does. If you have need of a duel to feel us worthy of leading you, I will oblige, though I would take no pleasure in it.

-Alcandar
 
... Sounds like this will be a hot in the old town... I can't wait...
 
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