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<blockquote data-quote="megamania" data-source="post: 7979319" data-attributes="member: 9255"><p>EBERRON: FOR HIRE</p><p>SEGMENT 011</p><p>“TROUBLE WAITING IN FORT ZOMBIE”</p><p>4/26/20</p><p></p><p>DRAVAGO 19, 1000</p><p></p><p>Thankful to be out of the mists and out of the Mournlands, the three head for the inn to get some rest and food. As they step onto the wooden porch to the inn, Silverwing hears a familiar voice.</p><p></p><p>“Welcome back Silverwing. Where are your allies in crime?”</p><p></p><p>She and the others turn to face the voice. “Warlock ir’Femar, How not so nice to see you again…. And so soon.”</p><p></p><p>“Sir Gali Calodus Ryner, Knight of the Krona Peaks and Paladin of the Sovereign Host.” And the paladin holds out his hand for a formal greeting. It is not returned. Six armored zombies wielding metal shields and swords step up to stand in the defense of the Bone Knight.</p><p></p><p>“And what name do you go by construct?” demands the Karrnathi Knight of the warforged.</p><p></p><p>“I am Gyor.”</p><p></p><p>“Indeed.”</p><p></p><p>“And I repeat- Where are your associates- Izmet- Renegade druid and Mohach- kobold bombing terrorist?”</p><p></p><p>“Dead. Killed by the mists.”</p><p></p><p>After determining the Knight’s alignment isn’t evil but possibly a shade of grey, the paladin tries for a truce. “I have seen nothing in her actions to suggest she is a dangerous criminal nor heard of anything of her past to suggest it. What crimes do you accuse her of?”</p><p></p><p>“Crimes against the great country of Karrnath. Theft, terrorism, murder, and also wanted for crimes against the Ministry of Arms and Defense.”</p><p></p><p>“Crimes most grave. What is your proof Sir Knight?”</p><p></p><p>“Proof ?!? We stand at a military fort within the country of Karrnath and you want proof?!? I am the law here- not you ‘Knight of Krona’…. Which I see no proof.”</p><p></p><p>“Do you speak of a symbol…. Or my race?” Counters the paladin. “Racism is so unbecoming a person. Knight or otherwise.”</p><p></p><p>“Hold. I am not done with you!” The Bone Knight snarls as Silverwing had begun to slowly move away. The zombies now create a circle surrounding them all. Gyor positions himself defensively.</p><p></p><p>“There must be a way to settle this peacefully.”</p><p></p><p>“Only when she sees court- Karrnathi court for her crimes against The State…. And her peoples.”</p><p></p><p>“As a true paladin and knight- I can watch over and guide her on her righteous path to redeption.”</p><p></p><p>“Whaaaat ?!?”</p><p></p><p>“She is no doubt involved in something dangerous and she is in over her head no doubt. I and my traveling companion can watch over her and her from doing any such crimes against your nation or any other. Perhaps even help the world.”</p><p></p><p>“Or I can arrest the lot of you.”</p><p></p><p>“Try you mean.” States Gyor.</p><p></p><p>Suddenly an alarm horn is blown and the citizens that were gathering to watch from a safe distance hurry off or out right flee. Human clerics and other Bone Knights lead undead troops this way and that. A messenger hurries to Warlord ir’Femar. “Sir! We are under attack. The fields.”</p><p></p><p>The Bone Knight glares at the paladin. “I have business here.”</p><p></p><p>“You can not abandon and leave your people. More- we can prove ourselves and aid you. What attacks your town and fort?”</p><p></p><p>“Trolls good sir- Trolls from the mists we believe.”</p><p></p><p>“I hope to find you still in town when I return.” The Karrnathi noble declares and he turns away from them.</p><p></p><p>“We will follow.” Says the gnome as he withdraws his weapon. He gives the winged elf a look that demands no argument.</p><p></p><p>Several groups of defenders spread from the small town into the fields and storage areas. It is not long before Warlord ir’Femar and his zombie force spot some trolls. He immediately summons undead to further help him. If it bothers the paladin, he doesn’t show it. Tools he had once told the warforged of how the Karrnathi people look at undead.</p><p></p><p></p><p>The trolls grumble and snarl at the sight of them. They then are outraged as a dropped troll from a prior battle stumbles out of the forest nearby. The skeleton attacks the intruders before the rest can reach the group of trolls. The trolls are quick to counter. The very rib cage is ripped free as one troll strikes and rends its undead kin. The one weapon held by the winged warrior erupts in fire and she begins to strike at a troll. The zombies form a defensive wall to protect the Bone Knight. With the trolls engaged with the zombies, Sir Gali and Gyor move around to flank and trap the trolls.</p><p></p><p>Within the minute, these four first trolls are defeated. There are more. Many more. For the most part they fare well against the marauding intruders. Few civilians are injured and nearly no trolls enter the town itself.</p><p></p><p>The battle ends as a few surviving trolls run to flee back into the mists. The Bone Knight turns back to the paladin. “I am not one to ease up when I have the best position but I have at least an hour here helping people. The three of you may do whatever you wish in that time.” He smiles then, grim but as pleasant as he has ever shown them. “The Orien Station is not even 500 feet that way. I am certain a craft leaves soon. I will wait for you here at the inn. I am not known for my patience. I wouldn’t dwell long in one place.” And with that he goes to the infirmary to tend to any injured.</p><p></p><p>“What just happened?” Asks Silverwing.</p><p></p><p>“We have less than an hour to avoid the full force of a Bone Knight to come down onto you and ourselves. Let us go.” And the gnome takes her by the arm and points her in the direction of the Orien Station.</p><p></p><p>Having lost the Orien Pass, Sir Gali buys the three of them tickets to Passage. He hopes that Warlord ir’Femar will go there to find them- not Fairhaven.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="megamania, post: 7979319, member: 9255"] EBERRON: FOR HIRE SEGMENT 011 “TROUBLE WAITING IN FORT ZOMBIE” 4/26/20 DRAVAGO 19, 1000 Thankful to be out of the mists and out of the Mournlands, the three head for the inn to get some rest and food. As they step onto the wooden porch to the inn, Silverwing hears a familiar voice. “Welcome back Silverwing. Where are your allies in crime?” She and the others turn to face the voice. “Warlock ir’Femar, How not so nice to see you again…. And so soon.” “Sir Gali Calodus Ryner, Knight of the Krona Peaks and Paladin of the Sovereign Host.” And the paladin holds out his hand for a formal greeting. It is not returned. Six armored zombies wielding metal shields and swords step up to stand in the defense of the Bone Knight. “And what name do you go by construct?” demands the Karrnathi Knight of the warforged. “I am Gyor.” “Indeed.” “And I repeat- Where are your associates- Izmet- Renegade druid and Mohach- kobold bombing terrorist?” “Dead. Killed by the mists.” After determining the Knight’s alignment isn’t evil but possibly a shade of grey, the paladin tries for a truce. “I have seen nothing in her actions to suggest she is a dangerous criminal nor heard of anything of her past to suggest it. What crimes do you accuse her of?” “Crimes against the great country of Karrnath. Theft, terrorism, murder, and also wanted for crimes against the Ministry of Arms and Defense.” “Crimes most grave. What is your proof Sir Knight?” “Proof ?!? We stand at a military fort within the country of Karrnath and you want proof?!? I am the law here- not you ‘Knight of Krona’…. Which I see no proof.” “Do you speak of a symbol…. Or my race?” Counters the paladin. “Racism is so unbecoming a person. Knight or otherwise.” “Hold. I am not done with you!” The Bone Knight snarls as Silverwing had begun to slowly move away. The zombies now create a circle surrounding them all. Gyor positions himself defensively. “There must be a way to settle this peacefully.” “Only when she sees court- Karrnathi court for her crimes against The State…. And her peoples.” “As a true paladin and knight- I can watch over and guide her on her righteous path to redeption.” “Whaaaat ?!?” “She is no doubt involved in something dangerous and she is in over her head no doubt. I and my traveling companion can watch over her and her from doing any such crimes against your nation or any other. Perhaps even help the world.” “Or I can arrest the lot of you.” “Try you mean.” States Gyor. Suddenly an alarm horn is blown and the citizens that were gathering to watch from a safe distance hurry off or out right flee. Human clerics and other Bone Knights lead undead troops this way and that. A messenger hurries to Warlord ir’Femar. “Sir! We are under attack. The fields.” The Bone Knight glares at the paladin. “I have business here.” “You can not abandon and leave your people. More- we can prove ourselves and aid you. What attacks your town and fort?” “Trolls good sir- Trolls from the mists we believe.” “I hope to find you still in town when I return.” The Karrnathi noble declares and he turns away from them. “We will follow.” Says the gnome as he withdraws his weapon. He gives the winged elf a look that demands no argument. Several groups of defenders spread from the small town into the fields and storage areas. It is not long before Warlord ir’Femar and his zombie force spot some trolls. He immediately summons undead to further help him. If it bothers the paladin, he doesn’t show it. Tools he had once told the warforged of how the Karrnathi people look at undead. The trolls grumble and snarl at the sight of them. They then are outraged as a dropped troll from a prior battle stumbles out of the forest nearby. The skeleton attacks the intruders before the rest can reach the group of trolls. The trolls are quick to counter. The very rib cage is ripped free as one troll strikes and rends its undead kin. The one weapon held by the winged warrior erupts in fire and she begins to strike at a troll. The zombies form a defensive wall to protect the Bone Knight. With the trolls engaged with the zombies, Sir Gali and Gyor move around to flank and trap the trolls. Within the minute, these four first trolls are defeated. There are more. Many more. For the most part they fare well against the marauding intruders. Few civilians are injured and nearly no trolls enter the town itself. The battle ends as a few surviving trolls run to flee back into the mists. The Bone Knight turns back to the paladin. “I am not one to ease up when I have the best position but I have at least an hour here helping people. The three of you may do whatever you wish in that time.” He smiles then, grim but as pleasant as he has ever shown them. “The Orien Station is not even 500 feet that way. I am certain a craft leaves soon. I will wait for you here at the inn. I am not known for my patience. I wouldn’t dwell long in one place.” And with that he goes to the infirmary to tend to any injured. “What just happened?” Asks Silverwing. “We have less than an hour to avoid the full force of a Bone Knight to come down onto you and ourselves. Let us go.” And the gnome takes her by the arm and points her in the direction of the Orien Station. Having lost the Orien Pass, Sir Gali buys the three of them tickets to Passage. He hopes that Warlord ir’Femar will go there to find them- not Fairhaven. [/QUOTE]
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