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<blockquote data-quote="skullsmurfer" data-source="post: 2346841" data-attributes="member: 17151"><p><strong>►The Crusaders, Chapter 11</strong></p><p></p><p>Sister Dalia Niabelis of the Silver Flame marched through the City Council chambers with one hand on the mace at her belt and the other clenching a sheaf of papers. Behind her, six grim faced Inquisitors matched her pace. It cost her to drag them out of the temple grounds. She had to promise the Bishop a victory over evil. Even with a council seat, the Silver Flame is loath to delve into city politics. It is a mistake she aims to correct. With the end of the war and the Purge of Lycanthropes now a mere distraction , the Flame must do something to keep a firm hold in the hearts and minds of the city. When word of these renegade war-forged reached her ears, she knew she had her chance. It meant nothing to pull every available string to take charge of the situation. She lost some friends on the council, but her success will win them back. The Silver Flame will gain much prestige, so will she. </p><p> </p><p> The Inquisitive, Thersyl has been found. He is in a City Watch dungeon just within her grasp. He owes her for his mocking words and she aims to collect. He will lead her to the war-forged and then he will be cleansed. She was just about to make his real name public when the news arrived at her desk. It is just as well, she doesn't have to lie about her sources now. Sister Niablelis immediately set the wheels of justice rolling. The ink on the warrant is barely dry.</p><p> </p><p> Paragon 152 to 3 strode into Captain Rolland Sevin's office and stood at attention until his presence was acknowledged. He wore House Cannith regalia and his tabard marked him as a house retainer. Captain Sevin read the perfumed letter first. Lady Eunice Nigma's heady rose perfume made him blush. He smiled at the war-forged and requested the other items he carried. Paragon harrumphed and handed over a diplomatic packet, a tastefully wrapped gift and a heavy purse.</p><p></p><p> Lady Nigma gifted the Captain with a silver flecked Stone of Sharpness, an item priced by soldiers and collectors for its ability to not only magically hone a weapon's edge </p><p>but to shine and preserve the steel as well. Captain Sevin ignored the purse, looking to his precious sword collection meticulously arrayed upon the walls. His Lady friend truly knows his heart. The Captain signed a release for the prisoner named Thersyl and agreed to hold the packet for an Inquisitor named Niabelis. As far as he is concerned, he has earned a powerful new patron. His independent style has long been a hindrance to promotion. With this new advantage he can allow himself to think about a district or even a council seat. As for the Inquisitor, he's been dealing with one kind of stiff or another his entire career. A religious stiff will not make too much of a difference.</p><p></p><p> “Thank you, Sir. House Cannith will remember your kind service.” The war-forged said as it bowed. Captain Sevin puffed out his chest proudly as he heard these words.</p><p></p><p> The Private Coach had already turned the corner when Sister Niabelis arrived. The door guards were expecting her. She was disarmed and escorted to Captain Rolland Sevin's office. He handed her the House Cannith packet and threw her warrant into his fireplace. Despite her protests, the guards forced her to sit an read through the packet while Captain Sevin coddled and polished one sword after another.</p><p></p><p> “This is ridiculous!” complained the Sister. “How did you get this?” </p><p></p><p> The packet is an interrogation report citing Theodyl's consultations with first, the gnome and then, the Sister. Everything pertinent that Thersyl experienced during his investigation in the sewers is listed as well. She smiled grimly, it must have hurt to get all of this out of the half-elf. There is a map and a description of the pumping rooms the war-forged and suspected goblins have occupied. The number of stray beast sightings and description of their normal habitats also suggest that the war-forged are responsible for the recent attacks. There is a reference to the disaster at the Scribe's Guild. The gnome's death was supposed to be a secret. House Cannith must have a spy within House Sivis. She is explicitly warned against embarrassing the House. The paper, script, language, and seals are all genuine. So is the threat. House Cannith has out maneuvered her. They stand to gain credit with the City Council, but she may benefit as well. The packet states that she can have Thersyl when she recovers the Cyre manuscript. It is a good start.</p><p></p><p> “I don't know what you are talking about.” the Capt said in answer to her previous question. Her Brooch of Truth-telling went into conniptions. “There are 20 watchmen awaiting your arrival at the sewer gate number 57. I am honored to serve House Cannith and the Silver Flame in this most important endeavor.” The bit about the Silver Flame is also a lie. “I will be waiting with my reserves to catch any strays you send my way. Do you require an escort?”</p><p></p><p> “With your men and my Inquisitors, these renegade war-forged will not stand a chance. House Cannith will be very happy that this matter will be handled discretely. The elimination of rampaging sewer beasts will bring credit to your office as well. I am sorry if I seemed rude, this matter has weighed on me of late. I would very much appreciate an escort.” Sister Niabelis did not have the strength to smile. No one should lie to an Inquisitor without due punishment. She scowled instead. It would have been worse if her fellow Inquisitors had witnessed this. The official escort will assuage her pride, only big people get escorts.</p><p></p><p> “Think nothing of it good Sister.” The Captain said. “I am just here to help.” The officer smiled weakly. The sister felt her Brooch register yet another lie.</p><p></p><p> Captain Sevin picked out the more sensitive parts of the packet and threw them into the fireplace. Lady Nigma's instructions were very thorough, she must hold an important office within the House. It seems also that Lady Nigma bears a healthy dislike for the Inquisitor. The Sister Inquisitor collected her map and ignored the man's salute as she left. The Captain called her a stiff and went back to polishing a very large and heavy falchion he called Lucy. It was his grand-sire's weapon. The scent of roses carried up from the open drawer next to him. He thought of love, money, and grand hall to fill with gleaming blades. Lucy will come in very handy in the sewers. </p><p></p><p> Paragon 152 to 3 escorted Pook to the underground arena. The changeling is dressed as foreign merchant and the war-forged is serving as a hired sword. They will look like every other blood thirsty, but slightly paranoid, spectator. Theodyl should be there by the time they arrive. The catacombs are dangerous, but his friend did not want company. He worries for the half-elf, though not as much as before. Paragon played his role, he is sure Theodyl will hold up his end. After the talk they had, the war-forged has no doubts about the plan. If the Inquisitor follows the map they gave her she will reach the enemy about an hour behind them. The war-forged can't wait for the fight to come. His boys from the war gaming club will be meeting them as well. Talking about fighting is one thing, real war is what they were built for.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="skullsmurfer, post: 2346841, member: 17151"] [b]►The Crusaders, Chapter 11[/b] Sister Dalia Niabelis of the Silver Flame marched through the City Council chambers with one hand on the mace at her belt and the other clenching a sheaf of papers. Behind her, six grim faced Inquisitors matched her pace. It cost her to drag them out of the temple grounds. She had to promise the Bishop a victory over evil. Even with a council seat, the Silver Flame is loath to delve into city politics. It is a mistake she aims to correct. With the end of the war and the Purge of Lycanthropes now a mere distraction , the Flame must do something to keep a firm hold in the hearts and minds of the city. When word of these renegade war-forged reached her ears, she knew she had her chance. It meant nothing to pull every available string to take charge of the situation. She lost some friends on the council, but her success will win them back. The Silver Flame will gain much prestige, so will she. The Inquisitive, Thersyl has been found. He is in a City Watch dungeon just within her grasp. He owes her for his mocking words and she aims to collect. He will lead her to the war-forged and then he will be cleansed. She was just about to make his real name public when the news arrived at her desk. It is just as well, she doesn't have to lie about her sources now. Sister Niablelis immediately set the wheels of justice rolling. The ink on the warrant is barely dry. Paragon 152 to 3 strode into Captain Rolland Sevin's office and stood at attention until his presence was acknowledged. He wore House Cannith regalia and his tabard marked him as a house retainer. Captain Sevin read the perfumed letter first. Lady Eunice Nigma's heady rose perfume made him blush. He smiled at the war-forged and requested the other items he carried. Paragon harrumphed and handed over a diplomatic packet, a tastefully wrapped gift and a heavy purse. Lady Nigma gifted the Captain with a silver flecked Stone of Sharpness, an item priced by soldiers and collectors for its ability to not only magically hone a weapon's edge but to shine and preserve the steel as well. Captain Sevin ignored the purse, looking to his precious sword collection meticulously arrayed upon the walls. His Lady friend truly knows his heart. The Captain signed a release for the prisoner named Thersyl and agreed to hold the packet for an Inquisitor named Niabelis. As far as he is concerned, he has earned a powerful new patron. His independent style has long been a hindrance to promotion. With this new advantage he can allow himself to think about a district or even a council seat. As for the Inquisitor, he's been dealing with one kind of stiff or another his entire career. A religious stiff will not make too much of a difference. “Thank you, Sir. House Cannith will remember your kind service.” The war-forged said as it bowed. Captain Sevin puffed out his chest proudly as he heard these words. The Private Coach had already turned the corner when Sister Niabelis arrived. The door guards were expecting her. She was disarmed and escorted to Captain Rolland Sevin's office. He handed her the House Cannith packet and threw her warrant into his fireplace. Despite her protests, the guards forced her to sit an read through the packet while Captain Sevin coddled and polished one sword after another. “This is ridiculous!” complained the Sister. “How did you get this?” The packet is an interrogation report citing Theodyl's consultations with first, the gnome and then, the Sister. Everything pertinent that Thersyl experienced during his investigation in the sewers is listed as well. She smiled grimly, it must have hurt to get all of this out of the half-elf. There is a map and a description of the pumping rooms the war-forged and suspected goblins have occupied. The number of stray beast sightings and description of their normal habitats also suggest that the war-forged are responsible for the recent attacks. There is a reference to the disaster at the Scribe's Guild. The gnome's death was supposed to be a secret. House Cannith must have a spy within House Sivis. She is explicitly warned against embarrassing the House. The paper, script, language, and seals are all genuine. So is the threat. House Cannith has out maneuvered her. They stand to gain credit with the City Council, but she may benefit as well. The packet states that she can have Thersyl when she recovers the Cyre manuscript. It is a good start. “I don't know what you are talking about.” the Capt said in answer to her previous question. Her Brooch of Truth-telling went into conniptions. “There are 20 watchmen awaiting your arrival at the sewer gate number 57. I am honored to serve House Cannith and the Silver Flame in this most important endeavor.” The bit about the Silver Flame is also a lie. “I will be waiting with my reserves to catch any strays you send my way. Do you require an escort?” “With your men and my Inquisitors, these renegade war-forged will not stand a chance. House Cannith will be very happy that this matter will be handled discretely. The elimination of rampaging sewer beasts will bring credit to your office as well. I am sorry if I seemed rude, this matter has weighed on me of late. I would very much appreciate an escort.” Sister Niabelis did not have the strength to smile. No one should lie to an Inquisitor without due punishment. She scowled instead. It would have been worse if her fellow Inquisitors had witnessed this. The official escort will assuage her pride, only big people get escorts. “Think nothing of it good Sister.” The Captain said. “I am just here to help.” The officer smiled weakly. The sister felt her Brooch register yet another lie. Captain Sevin picked out the more sensitive parts of the packet and threw them into the fireplace. Lady Nigma's instructions were very thorough, she must hold an important office within the House. It seems also that Lady Nigma bears a healthy dislike for the Inquisitor. The Sister Inquisitor collected her map and ignored the man's salute as she left. The Captain called her a stiff and went back to polishing a very large and heavy falchion he called Lucy. It was his grand-sire's weapon. The scent of roses carried up from the open drawer next to him. He thought of love, money, and grand hall to fill with gleaming blades. Lucy will come in very handy in the sewers. Paragon 152 to 3 escorted Pook to the underground arena. The changeling is dressed as foreign merchant and the war-forged is serving as a hired sword. They will look like every other blood thirsty, but slightly paranoid, spectator. Theodyl should be there by the time they arrive. The catacombs are dangerous, but his friend did not want company. He worries for the half-elf, though not as much as before. Paragon played his role, he is sure Theodyl will hold up his end. After the talk they had, the war-forged has no doubts about the plan. If the Inquisitor follows the map they gave her she will reach the enemy about an hour behind them. The war-forged can't wait for the fight to come. His boys from the war gaming club will be meeting them as well. Talking about fighting is one thing, real war is what they were built for. [/QUOTE]
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