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Post by Zaron on Jul 26, 2006 17:49:14 GMT -5
Zaron chuckles to himself. "Now Oron is a name I know well, a good friend to have in a fight or any other time." Getting serious Zaron continues "His land is far from here though, although I know the way it is a perilous journey through the black gate to Rivendale, and only then does the real danger begin."
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Post by Sir Storm Brightblade on Jul 26, 2006 20:41:51 GMT -5
Storm getting serious himself stood up and got his horse ready. "Well? are we going to get moving or not? As Master Zaron had said earlier we should find shelter instead of sleeping out here another night." Ina few minutes Storm had almost everyone, say for Nichtmar and Zaron, on their feet ready to go because he wanted to be near civilization soon.
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Post by strays on Jul 27, 2006 21:40:22 GMT -5
As Strays, Storm, and the rather large man went to get the deer, he thought it proper that he be quiet. While the three went to collect and bring back the deer the child stayed closer to Storm not wanting to get stepped on by the tall man. As he ate the child listened very closely to what the *adults* were saying. Although he had little to no clue what they were talking about he stayed his questions till' opportunity arose for the child to have them answered. After Elestirne asked of Oron Strays could not hold the question back, "Who is Oron?" He quickly covered his mouth and tried to act like he had said nothing. He then turned to Storm and asked, "Where are we going sir Storm?" Hoping that he had not spoken out of turn and would recieve a "nice" answer.
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Post by Zaron on Jul 28, 2006 8:11:11 GMT -5
Smiling down at strays Zaron answers his first question. "Oron is a Kinsman, renowned fighter and good friend that lives far from here young Strays."
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Post by Lady Elestirne on Jul 28, 2006 16:49:44 GMT -5
Elestirne also smiled at Strayys. "And he is my good friend. It heartens me to learn he is known in this land." She turned to Zaron again. "If thou counts Oron thine friend good Zaron,then I hope that means I can count thee mine?" As a afterthought,she added to Strays. "And ne'er be ashamed for asking questions young one. Through questions,one gains answers and through answers knowledge-which is a great thing to have,as it helps one to better survive in and understand the world we live in. Also,to ask questions shows you are curious and eager to learn and those also are good traits to have. And Storm,in regards to thine earlier question,I too, would like to be off and take up Zaron's offer of hospitality within his city. Another night in this misty forest that seemeth to be infested with orcs does not strike me as a pleasing thought. Olore beside her snorted;pawing the ground. I do not wish to linger here any longer than we absolutly need. Elestirne aknowledged his words with a slight nod,then the elven-queen fixed Zaron with her clear,grey eyes. "What sayest thou good steward Zaron? Shall we quit this place and proceed to thine city and the hospitality thou offered us?" Calmly she watched him,her bright gaze unwavering.
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Post by strays on Jul 30, 2006 16:10:49 GMT -5
Strays looked up at the lady and smiled back. He then got his puzzeled look back and asked, "Do you know where we are going?" He then asked Storm, "Do you mind if i ride with you?"
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Post by Zaron on Jul 31, 2006 8:59:53 GMT -5
Grinning Zaron says, "Yes, let us be off from here as soon as breakfast is cleaned up, and all may count me a friend that do not come here with malaice for us in their hearts."
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Post by Sir Storm Brightblade on Jul 31, 2006 15:20:52 GMT -5
"Of course my friend." Storm said with a smile on his face. Storm went and helped Zaron clean up and the and as soon as it was done, helped Strays onto Storm's horse and waited for everyone else to get ready to leave
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Post by strays on Aug 1, 2006 18:12:37 GMT -5
As Storm and "Zaron" were cleaning up the campsite, Strays went over to where he had his Sword. In all the years he had seen it his father had never cleaned it once. Even though he never cleaned it its blade sparkled brilliantly. Its black hilt had a small symbol but he had no clue why it had been put there. He thenwithout too much help from Storm climbed onto the horse.
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Post by Sir Storm Brightblade on Aug 1, 2006 23:28:07 GMT -5
After fifteen minutes, everyone was ready to go. The group mostly traveled on the road for most of the day. When the sun was at high noon the group decided to rest. Storm got off his horse and took hold of the reins and walked over to Elestirne. "I'll take Olore for a drink at a near by stream if you wish milady."
OCC: sorry its short i just couldn't think of anything long to write about
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Post by Lady Elestirne on Aug 2, 2006 17:02:10 GMT -5
Olore snorted at Storm's well-meaning offer;tossing his fine head. I do not need to be led Elestirne slid gracefully off the silver stallion with a soft laugh. "I do not think Olore will allow you to 'take' him for a drink. He has his own will." The magnificent stallion nodded;snorting as he looked at Storm directly with dark intellingent eyes. "If he thirsts,he will go to a stream on his own. But thank you for the offer. It is well-meant." Elestirne turned to face Zaron and Nichtmar. "How far to the city you spoke of Zaron?"
ooc:sorry in turn for my short post. My computer should be wholly fixed by Saturday,but as Talen is down a whole week beginning tomorrow in honor of my birthday(August 6th) I may not be on again until the following Saturday(12th?) Namarie friends
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Post by strays on Aug 3, 2006 1:05:53 GMT -5
As Strays jumped down from the horse that he and Storm were riding on and looked around to gather his bearings. As he didn't go far from home, it was strange to not be at home working. He then looked for what he could do for the companions he had been found by. As he thought he stayed out of the way of the adults and then went to get his bow and quiver of hunting arrows.
He once again wondered into the forest being as careful as he could be. He then noticed a few hares nearby. Because he had hunted for a long time he knew he would have to be quiet or try and take a shot from the tree he was near. He decided it was probably best to try to hit one from where he was. His first shot hit the hare just enough to cripple it. The other hares scurried away from the approach of the boy. Strays took out his knife, he never left without it, and killed the hare.
He then went in search for more things to kill when he happened upon a small but still dangerous wolf. The wolf had stopped and was already trying to sniff out the unfamiliar scent. Strays knew he had only one shot to bring it down or he could be in very serious trouble. He reached very slowly into his quiver and found that he only had three arrows left. While drawing the bowstring back he silently prayed to whatever God was listening to guide his arrow. Strays then aimed at the wolf and just as the wolf turned its head directly toward him he let his arrow fly. It was one of the best shots that he had taken for the arrow had felled the wolf.
Breathing a sigh of relief Strays slung his bow, gathered some small pieces of wood and stone, picked up timber for a fire, draged the corpse of the wolf, and carried the small hare back to the campsite.
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Post by Sir Nichtmar on Aug 3, 2006 6:16:23 GMT -5
Nichtmar leans over grabbing his sword, sheathing it on his back, stands and walks towards the fire. Kneels down pulling his dagger from his belt, he cuts a piece of the searing deer meat. He walks over to Zaron listening to the conversation and Elestirne's question.
"Not far, CHOMP,days walk," as he chews on his deer meat.
"So my miss ya and the kids here seem to be lost."
Nichtmar looks around, "where the hell did that kid go, hopefully get some more meat, hell of ah lil' hunter is he? Ya know I was think'n maybe we should be on ah way to gett'n back, if we leave soon we'll be back before nightfall."
Nichtmar walks over to his shield, "just an idea", strapping it on his back.
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Post by Zaron on Aug 3, 2006 8:05:33 GMT -5
Zaron's face wrinkling with abit of worry turns to the group and says "Where did Stays did he call himself go? If he is not careful he may become dinner in these woods instead of getting dinner. As to your question Nitchmar is correct we should be to Mittelmarch before nightfall if we do not dally too long."
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Post by strays on Aug 3, 2006 8:20:46 GMT -5
After the long walk weighted down by all the stuff he was carrying, Strays finally made it back to camp. He then went over to see if his Sword was where he left it. He then took the timber and threw it next to the fire far enough it wouldn't catch. Strays then took out his knife and and the small strips of wood and sonte he found and started to make more hunting arrows. As he started his arrows he looked around and saw that not much in the camp had changed except that everyone had or was eating. Strays decided that he would continue fletching after he was done eating. After he ate and he had made a few arrows, he just stared into the fire.
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Post by Sir Nichtmar on Aug 3, 2006 12:03:23 GMT -5
Nichtmar shuffles through the pouch on his belt and pulls out a rolled brown leaf, filled with tobacco. He walks to the othereside of the fire, opposite of the boy, kneels down, tilts his head squinting at the flame and lights his smoke on the fire. He settles to a knee, eyeing the boy.
"So kid you seem prrtyy handy, hunt, make yer own weapons... That's good... That's good... "
He walks around the fire, taking a long drag on his smoke, he holds the smoke in as he fliks the ash into the fire, kneeling down he reaches for the boys sword, exhaling the smoke.
"Small, but sure it fits ya just fine."
The air whistles as he slices the sword through it. He chucks it inbetween boys leg it stabs in to the ground.
"Ever killed a man, boy?"
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Post by strays on Aug 3, 2006 21:27:37 GMT -5
The boy,his thoughts interrupted by Nichtmar, said, "yes i can make arrows but only for hunting. Strays startled that Nichtmar had picked up his sword, almost fell over backwards when the large man chucked the blade in between his legs. He the in a shaky voice said, "N-N-No I have n-never seen anyone b-b-besides my p-p-parents." As the boy regained some of his composer he grabbed his Sword up and started to polish the blade. He then asked, "Have you?"
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Post by Zaron on Aug 7, 2006 10:58:35 GMT -5
Zaron chuckles watching Nichtmar with strays saying "Don't frighten the boy too much Nichtmar."
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Post by Sir Nichtmar on Aug 8, 2006 7:11:09 GMT -5
Nichtmar, grins.
"Many my little friend, but there's much more than men out here to be killed. Orcs, Dark Elves, trolls, and many other beasts. So be sure you are ready boy, don't hesitate, or you'll be dead."
Nichtmar takes another puff of his smoke and slowly blows out the smoke as he pans over the woods, picking up a scent.
"Sniff Sniff, we should go soon, we are being followed."
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Post by Zaron on Aug 8, 2006 11:55:24 GMT -5
Zaron looks up at Nichtmar's comment. "Once again I've glad for that nose of yours, if we're being followed we leave now. Let's gather the stuff as quickly as possible." With that Zaron starts to gather up any stray supplies and prepare to move.
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Post by kiyoko sasaki on Aug 8, 2006 12:10:06 GMT -5
:: as the now frightend strays sat on the log polishing the sword, a rustling could be heard in the bushes, out would hop the neko all knew as del, dark blue ears and tail he had, he wore nothing but some black shorts and a chain around his neck. the moon's light would reflect on his bright green eyes. on his hip he had one weapon and that was a small dagger, on the other side he carried a small box with an X on the outside. retracting his claws he would pounce strays grinning:: yeah do not delay boyo... ::leaps off of him walking over to Zaron and Nichtmar:: it took me near a week to find you all...what news have ye?
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Post by Sir Storm Brightblade on Aug 8, 2006 22:18:27 GMT -5
"In the name of the Paladine! What in the Abyss is that creature!" said the shaken Storm! Storm then pulled out his antique sword from its scabbard and rushed over infront of Strays. "Stay behind me boy, I won't let him hurt you." As Storm got into a defensive stance, he looked over at Zaron and Nichtmar. "You know this creature Zaron?"
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Post by strays on Aug 11, 2006 22:56:12 GMT -5
As Strays stood behind Storm, he observed Storm's stance. He had trained alone every morning but had never been taught a proper stance. He then waited to see how things played out.
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Post by Lady Elestirne on Aug 11, 2006 23:23:28 GMT -5
OOC: By the gods...was not expecting quite so many replies. No matter-you shall have my no doubt long-awaited response. Welcome,by the way,to the story Delmontey-'tis a surprise to see thee here. I imagine you all missed me and thank you for remembering my birthday....*cough* Mortals...and men in general...
IC: Elestirne inclined her head slightly in polite aknowledgement of Nichtmar answering her question,but did not answer in turn. She too,watched Strays return;sorrow in her gray eyes upon beholding the slain wolf and hare the boy dragged into camp with him,but again said naught-though a glint of disapproval could be seen reflected in her eyes. She watched the exhange between Strays and Nichtmar but remained silent.
Suddenly,she stiffened;her keen grey eyes sweeping the camp in a suddenly vigilant arc. Olore too,raised his fine head just as Nichtmar mentioned someone followed them. "They follow no longer,"Elestirne said;the elven-queen's clear,soft voice carrying easily to the others. "Our follower is here." No sooner had she spoke than did the strange creature leap from the bushes and pounce on Strays to then go over to Zaron and Nichtmar. "Peace Storm,"she called evenly to the knight,who had drawn his sword and rushed to protect the boy. "Let him be and sheathe thine sword-it seems quite obvious that he knows Zaron and Nichtmar and thus,'tis safe to surmise that they know him as well.You should not be so quick to draw thy sword. As your kind would say.."she paused a moment,searching for the mortal phrase,"..not all that goes 'bump in the night' is a foe. This may not be evening but the phrase would still apply I imagine." To Strays she said "Come hither young one." Olore snorted quietly and pawed at the ground with one slender foreleg;eying the newcomer warily with his dark eyes.
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Post by strays on Aug 12, 2006 16:43:25 GMT -5
Strays, after hearing Elestirne have her say, shot an annoyed glance at the creature and walked over to Elestirne. While awaiting what she had to say Strays picked up his Sword, which had been on the ground, and sheathed it. He then went to Storm's horse and placed his Sword on the ground near it. He then awaited the others to get to the horses.
OOC: Glad to see you back Elestirne
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