Tales of Battle - kazztruul

Cindurion 28-Nov-21 10:40 PM

For participating in a mini-scene you have been awarded 1 CCP! Make sure to note it down yourself. Keep it up! After that close call, you make it back to your tent with Davey’s likeness. As you imagine the terrible things you could do to him now, you consider what would be a good next move… What do you do for your day-time phase?

Zamesi 29-Nov-21 04:29 PM

Zamesi spends the day in his tent, welcoming in guests of the local faire while keeping an eye out for magic users in the vicinity and consulting his tarot decks for insights into his own future and that of Captain Davey Bones...

Zamesi 29-Nov-21 04:32 PM

Death (5) on the Pirate and Escape from the Underworld (2) on me

Death does 66dmg

Cindurion 29-Nov-21 05:12 PM

(So, Uh, a very special situation has arisen... And this is how I will play it out:) As you sit in your tent, the faire bustling with people of all sorts, you begin to meticulously prepare your tarot decks. Once you are satisfied that everything is prepared, you are about to draw a card when your eyes look up, and making his way through the people is Davey Bones himself! He gets many scared and impressed looks, most people seem to think it's a costume of sorts, and he does not look particularly amused. How do you react?

Zamesi 29-Nov-21 05:15 PM

The Broker greets the imposing captain with a welcoming smile, gesturing for him to sit down in the chair on the other side of the table. "Ah, esteemed Captain! What brings you to my humble establishment today?"

Also offer him a reading free of charge

Cindurion 29-Nov-21 05:18 PM

(Oh, shit, right! Double reading!)

Zamesi 29-Nov-21 05:22 PM

Yes, but if you havent replied yet, could you present the deck as nothing more an interesting trinket received in an earlier deal? xD

Cindurion 29-Nov-21 05:23 PM

Feel free to write exactly what he sees

And I'll just pass it along

Haven't sent it on yet

Zamesi 29-Nov-21 05:28 PM

Nice! so same as before, but also add Looking up as the Captain keeps approaching, the Broker gives his deck another shuffle. "I just got this interesting trinket as part of another deal... Care for a complimentary reading? I hear it may bring great fortune..."

Cindurion 29-Nov-21 07:01 PM

Approaching the chair, Davey sits down, and with a smile in his voice he says, "If ye insist, I suppose I don't see why not. Unless of course, ye be planning on cursing me." Davey laughs a bit. "We be well past that point, I would think."

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 09:52 AM

Just to be extra clear, if mr pirate wants to do some kind of test to see if im lying, the tarot cards technically don't curse anyone and he's a lich so I don't have to lie to him if I don't want to xD Also, if I deal cards from the deck, will daveyboy be able to see what cards they are or understand if they mean good or bad things?

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 11:54 AM

(Well, the tarot deck is a magical item that does curse people, you just have a way of manipulating it, I believe we settled on?)

(Though generally I'm not having perception checks for noticing lies)

(As for the cards, you can always say they have a different meaning than they do. "Aaah, Death. An upside down death card can show promising futures!")

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 11:57 AM

(The idea from the start at least more that it manipulates fate, so if it shows that you will be hit by a car, that just becomes something that was destined to happen all along

Since my character also can explicitly curse people I kinda think these should be differentiated, no?)

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 11:59 AM

(Yes, it is a magical item that sets your fate. You just happened to split the deck into two and are using it to cheat people's fate basically :P Does that seem about right?)

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 12:01 PM

(Pretty much, but what Im getting at is that I think I should be able to use it as such and still be able to say I haven't cursed anyone without it being a lie x) )

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 12:02 PM

(This is fair. Cheating people's fate isn't technically cursing them, though some people might argue the semantics of it.)

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 12:02 PM

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 12:21 PM

Will use paranoia on him, some misdirection is never wrong xD The Broker meets the Captain's gaze with a warm smile as Davey sits down. "Please, Captain. Look into my soul and know that I am telling the absolute truth when I say that I have not done anything to curse you, nor would I be able to even if I wanted." The Broker deals the top card of the deck, showing the Madman. "Ahh... I see. It would seem someone has been providing you with misinformation. As to who, what and why, I'm afraid the cards do not say."

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 12:41 PM

"So much for an enlightened age," Davey says with a chuckle, any sense of anger or worry one might normally experience from such a reading completely absent from Davey, it would seem. "If that be true, can't say that I be surprised though. There be a number of people who have had the opportunity to misinform me, as of late." Davey shakes his head, and says, "But that be neither here nor there, is it? I was hoping ye would be willing to help me acquire some choice items."

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 01:10 PM

The Broker stows away the deck and instead pulls out a bottle of rum and two cups from under the table. "I would say you've come to the right place then, dear Captain. Provided you have something that would be of value to me to offer in return, of course..."

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 01:22 PM

Davey accepts the rum, and says, "I be sure that we can come to some sort of agreement." Downing his drink Davey continues. "I be hoping to purchase from ye two things. The first being special ammunition for me cannons. I be requiring cannonballs that disrupts magic, spellbreaker rounds. At the very least something that works against protective wards and such. For my second item, I be hoping that ye has some manner of magical rat poison. There seem to be a mage running around that takes a liking to the things, so I would like to make sure that they don't make a single step on me ship."

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 02:04 PM

The Broker takes a sip of the rum in his glass, slowly nodding as he puts the glass back down. "This should be doable, though I feel obliged to let you know that acquiring these goods may take several days, especially these magical rounds you require may take up to a week. Again, however, the question becomes; what have you to offer in return for these goods, Captain?"

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 02:11 PM

Davey grins, and says, "Nothing short of the spoils of war." As he says this, he takes out a red-tinted gold coin.

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 02:17 PM

The Broker leans in for a closer look, attempting to detect any sort of magical properties it may have. "Tell me, what's so special about this coin?"

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 03:58 PM

(You can tell there's a slight magical effect to them, and you feel very inclined to take any deal related to his gold coins. However, as a player you have a choice whether to take him up on it or not. If you were an NPC you would take it, however.) (Gold coins are also a valid currency in this world so he's essentially offering you money. Do you still reply in that way?)

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 04:00 PM

(Do I have the option to try and identify what type of magic surrounds the coin?)

(Or if it presents any immediate danger?)

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 04:02 PM

(You didn't roll high enough.)

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 04:03 PM

(gotcha

) The Broker leans in, clearly very intrigued by the coin. "Tell me, what's so special about this item?"

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 05:04 PM

Davey leans back a bit, and says,“It be a treasure from an age long ago. It be some of the plunder I got from Atlantis, right before I sunk it. Furthermore,” Davey grins. “It be magically enhanced to be hard to resist. Ye could probably trade it for something worth ten times it’s actual worth, and ye customer wouldn’t complain once.”

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 05:04 PM

(Can I get a sense of if he's lying or hiding something?)

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 05:08 PM

(Not really, like I said, that isn't really a check you can do against players)

(You could investigate the coin in a future phase though)

(Also adds up with what you currently feel)

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 05:18 PM

(Fair enough ^^) Taking another sip from his glass, the Broker considers the offer for a few moments. "And how many of these coins would you be offering for what you require, Captain?"

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 05:41 PM

(So due to the way money works I would now mention to him how much it would cost. If he had the "Rich" keyword he could now trade it with you if he wants something expensive. Otherwise he could give you "a large sum" and not really impact his own trait word. Alternatively, if he doesn't have it he can give you a decent amound of coins without impacting him, or give himself the "poor" word to give you the "rich" word. How much would you say each of those would cost?)

(If you were an NPC I would probably say the rat poison would not require him trading a word for it, but the cannonballs would, so long as he wants a decent amount)

(But you set your own rates ;) )

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 06:18 PM

Taking another sip from his glass, the Broker considers the offer for a few moments. "And how many of these coins would you be offering for what you require, Captain?" (So the way this would work, is that you can easily give him a sack of gold or something for the rat poison. It wouldn't require you to lose "rich" or gain "poor". The same goes for a couple of volleys of cannonballs, but actually acquiring enough of those cannonballs to "always have enough" would require you to spend a keyword. What would you like?)

(I'm gonna send this, does this look acceptable?)

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 06:24 PM

Seems decent yes :)

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 07:07 PM

"Enough to make ye a rich man, and me less so," Davey says, all crooked smile. "Well... At least until I restock me treasury!" He says, laughing. "That said, if ye want ye pay up front, I would like to propose a bit of a arrangement," Davey says. "Ye see, I be expecting that certain mage officials be planning on paying me a visit. If I would die before receiving me cannonballs as we discussed, that would be rather unfair, wouldn't it? So, perhaps if ye have some inkling of when they might decide to drop by me ship, ye would feel inclined to let me know ahead of time?"

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 07:44 PM

The Broker finishes his drink and sets down the glass, staring at the coin while stroking his beard. "I don't see why not. Should any such information come my way I'm sure I could find a way to pass it along. However, speaking of arrangements, I should inform you that I never consider a deal done until it is put in writing. Therefore..." The Broker reaches into a box and pulls out a piece of parchment, quickly outlining a contract. "I would like you to sign this. Seeing as it's both legally and magically binding, however, I'm afraid normal ink won't suffice." The Broker smirks and pulls out an ornate dagger, drawing blood from his hand and using it to sign the contract before offering it to the Captain.

(Standard contract with the quantities agreed upon and a period of 7 days)

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 09:25 PM

(You realize he is a skeleton, right?)

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 10:03 PM

(Not gonna be able to draw blood

)

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 10:12 PM

Hold up here, I thought he was just a lich? That doesnt have to mean skeleton :P

Cindurion 30-Nov-21 10:16 PM

Well, he is

https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/214830496041926658/889630645448503366/398aaa3cc5a378520e6da7a3678b111c.png?width=551&height=676

I'm not saying you can't make a contract with him, can probably scrape some bone marrow or something or just scrape some of his bone and mix it with something to make it writeable

But could be fun for you to write exactly that, only to realize halfway through the action that he's a skeleton :P

Zamesi 30-Nov-21 10:49 PM

yes, lets go with that xD The Broker finishes his drink and sets down the glass, staring at the coin while stroking his beard. "I don't see why not. Should any such information come my way I'm sure I could find a way to pass it along. However, speaking of arrangements, I should inform you that I never consider a deal done until it is put in writing. Therefore..." The Broker reaches into a box and pulls out a piece of parchment, quickly outlining a contract. "I would like you to sign this. Seeing as it's both legally and magically binding, however, I'm afraid normal ink won't suffice." The Broker smirks and pulls out an ornate dagger, drawing blood from his hand and using it to sign the contract, then offers it to the Captain before raising an eyebrow in realization. "..Right, no blood, eh? Well, I suppose some bone marrow would do just fine..."

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:00 AM

Davey laughs again, and says, "Ye seem to have made some assumptions about me." After a moment, Davey elaborates. "I came up from nothing and made rather something of me self! Only, back in my day, we didn't have all this 'free education' ruckus. Point is, I don't know how to read, so we face something of a issue ye see."

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:04 AM

The Broker chuckles at the inconvenience and pours the Captain another glass of rum. "No matter, I can read it out to you if you'd like, or you may have someone in your crew do so for you if you would prefer."

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:12 AM

"Aye, I be having someone in mind," Davey pulls out his phone, and calls the one of two numbers that is written in. "Cooper? Cooper, can ye hear me? Good, good. Listen, I need ye to send Ms. Neumayer and the Gravedigger over. Yes, yes both of them." There is a brief pause as Davey listens to the other line. Then, in response, he says, "Because Ms. Neumayer can't speak, and I am not gonna take the gravedigger on his word."

(I'm thinking of cutting over to them showing up and essentially reading the contract, gonna copy-paste it?)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:16 AM

(sounds good xD) I, [NAME], hereby declare my intention to provide the Broker with [Specified amount of enchanted coins] within a period of seven (7) days, in exchange for [Specified amount of enchanted cannonballs and poison] to be provided by the Broker within seven (7) days. I recognize and understand that this contract is both legally and magically binding, and that failure of either party to uphold their end of this deal within the specified time period, as well as any attempt by either party to deceive, swindle, or take any hostile action against the other party constitutes a breach of this contract and will result in the slow and painful death of the violating party. Furthermore, I understand that any attempt by either party to destroy, enchant, duplicate or otherwise modify this contract or the contents within likewise constitutes a breach of this contract which similarly will result in the unpleasant demise of the violating party. ___ ___ Signature Broker Signature

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:23 AM

It takes some time before they show up, and the two of you make some small talk in the meantime. Half an hour later they both appear. A young adult woman appears alongside a skeleton. She looks quite shy but curiously peeks around the tent. As Davey tell them what it is he wants them to do, she nods and reads the contract before handing it to the skeleton. Anytime the skeleton reads something off script, she gives him a light slap on the back to get him on course.

Assuming that the Broker has signed his own signature, Davey will do the same. "It be a pleasure to make business with ye, Broker. I wish ye a pleasant evening."

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:27 AM

The Broker smiles and gives the Captain a friendly nod. "The pleasure is all mine, dear Captain. Should you wish to bring with you a copy of our contract you may do so, otherwise I wish you an equally pleasant evening and look forward to doing business with you again!"

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:32 AM

(Sooooo. The Captain sets you up to give you the money pretty much right away. I'm imagining his skeletons dragging over large coffers to your tent. You are now Rich!)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:33 AM

(hoooraaay!! xD )

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:33 AM

(The scrying appears like it did, but you may choose to take either result, changing your mind now that this scene is over)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:34 AM

(this feels like it went pretty good... almost too good... <.< and alright, ill still go with paranoia and escape then

)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:35 AM

No, no, the Paranoia was in addition to the previous effect!

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:35 AM

ohhhh right

first one was death right?

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:35 AM

So Paranoia and Death/Amnesia I think it was? (edited)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:43 AM

Not only did he lose a "Rich" keyword for a deal you will never fulfill, you also duked him out of a free interrupt on the curse!

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:43 AM

weeeell, i did specifically offer it to him... x) thats way more honorable than the broker could be expected to act xD

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:44 AM

Like taking candy from a baby! That went too smooth! I'm fairly certain he still thinks that's an NPC

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:45 AM

hope so, he seemed pretty suspicious in the beginning though ^^

anyways, if I pick death, can he get the impression that it has nothing to do with my visit? x)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:49 AM

Honestly, you don't know... That's kinda why I'm giving you an option to choose here. Maybe he'll think nothing of it, maybe he'll get a cryptic message and be super suspicious, giving you a nightly visit.

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:51 AM

aight, then imma go with amnesia and make him forget some spellcasting

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:52 AM

(Buuut, maybe it's enough damage to kill him, or maybe someone else attacks him when he's weak! :D)

(It's a tough call. Amnesia is the safe option, but Death could really spice things up.)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:54 AM

(Yeah I know, Death would be the pick if it wasn't for the incredible potential downside it could have, ruining all my carefully laid plans and shit xD especially since i dont even know what factors may influence the sort of message he gets about it)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:55 AM

(That's fair. So going with Amnesia then?)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:56 AM

(Yeah, I suppose. Will he get a message about that too though, or will he just be informed when he tries to do something that he may have forgotten how to? :P)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:56 AM

(Right, not only do you steal his shit, not only do you curse him, but you also give him 2 bad readings, in a single phase. Yikes!)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:56 AM

#value

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:56 AM

When he tries doing something he will be forced to make an int check. Will make combat real awkward if there is any I guess!

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:57 AM

perfect, amnesia it is!

also wait, can i curse him instantly?

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:58 AM

I mean, I thought you did? You got the contract right? Unless you're saving it?

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:59 AM

nah, if i can i definitely want to, i just didnt know if it required a complete action

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 01:00 AM

Ah, no, I imagine it's a free action once someone decides to sign it. It's not exactly a long process to burn a contract.

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 01:01 AM

fair enough, but then neither is drawing some tarot cards, so you never know xD

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 01:01 AM

So in 3 days, Davey Bones... Will DIE!!! ..?

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 01:01 AM

dun dun duuuuu!!!

which is kinda nice, considering i hve 7 days to.. "deliver" his goods

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 01:02 AM

Also, you might be due for another visitor, so keep your eyes peeled on the chat tomorrow, unless they bail on the idea.

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 01:02 AM

cool cool, will do!

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 01:03 AM

Kinda why I wanted this scene done today ^^

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 01:03 AM

Mr. Popular over here!

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 01:03 AM

huehuehue, thats Mr. Rich and Popular now!

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 01:07 AM

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 01:07 AM

Hehehe

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 09:55 AM

Some time after Davey leaves the tent, a woman enters the tent with a dog. The woman has long, gray hair , wears a tattered trench coat and seems to be missing an arm. The dog gives you the creeps. "Hello, I see you offer readings which is quite funny since I have some skill with palm readings myself. I don't want to waste your time, Mr. Broker but I think an exchange of our 'insights' could prove useful to both of us. What do you say?"

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 10:31 AM

The Broker smiles warmly, extending a hand to offer the woman a seat in the chair facing him. "By all means, madame. I take it you would enjoy a complementary reading of your fortune to come, Miss...?"

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 11:32 AM

the woman sits down putting her hand out, signaling for The Broker to also put his hands on the table while her dog sniffs around the tent brushing up against the brokers leg "The name is Blake and the dog is Bilbo. A conversation should be a two way street so I would like to hear your reading too, I can start though if you're all right with that?"

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 11:34 AM

(Do I sense any sort of magic around her hand or do I get the impression that this is some form of trap or something?)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 11:36 AM

(you're unable to tell.)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 11:37 AM

(Do I get the impression she's lying about her name? Or is that something I can't even check? xD)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 11:39 AM

(Can't check. Could probably use a ritual later to confirm if the name is fake or not as a phase action.)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 11:44 AM

(aight ^^) The Broker gently pets the dog before placing his hand on the table. "As you wish, Miss Blake. But, surely you didn't come here just to read the fortune of an old Broker? What is it you truly seek?"

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 11:47 AM

As you pet the dog, you notice a stench. You look over the dog again and realize it is a walking corpse of a dog. Not the first one you've seen this night, but it comes as a bit of a surprise

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 11:49 AM

( xP I feel like my character is incredibly bad at noticing undeath...)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 11:49 AM

(Hahaha, I guess :P)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 11:57 AM

(The action still stands though I guess? Don't really feel the need to do something additional based on the dog being a zombie

)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 11:58 AM

(Yup, just wanted to give you some additional info. You basically failed the initial perception check but got a second check by interacting with it.)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 11:59 AM

(ah, gotcha xD didnt expect noticing something being undead to require a check)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 11:59 AM

(This one does ^^)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:00 PM

(got it x) )

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:19 PM

'Blake' takes your hand and looks closer at your thumb "I want some information and I want to find someone, you see... Some information about a Soul Gem has come my way and I have heard from a rat that you know how to contact a person looking for this gem... I wish to meet them." Blake takes a quick break and a couple of deep breaths and she casts some sort of necromancy spell. All of a sudden, dead bugs start crawling out of the dirt and filling the tent with a smell of soil and death. "I can tell from your hands you worked very hard to get your position as The Broker, It's as much a title as a name, but it gets lonely when you have something good... and people get jealous, deceitful, dangerous... This is why I prefer animals, there is betrayal in your future... from who? I don't know, but I would be careful if I was you." Blake says as she drops the necromancy spell and finishes her 'reading'. (edited)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:22 PM

(Do I perceive anything about what the spell is intended to accomplish?)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:23 PM

(As far as you can tell, to add to her statement. The bugs that writhed their way out of the earth are now dead inside your tent. You think her spell just did that.)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:24 PM

(So I don't feel it affecting me in any way?)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:28 PM

(Nope)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:35 PM

(aight

) Wrinkling his nose a bit at the myriad dead bugs and the stench they're producing, the Broker retracts his hand and shuffles up his deck of cards. "Most enlightening, Miss Blake, I will keep that in mind. I wouldn't worry too much, however, as I do have quite effective ways of ensuring that my business partners live up to their end of a bargain. Regardless..." The Broker finishes shuffling the deck. "I believe it's your turn to be read." (Can I roll instantly, or do I have to wait for a reponse?)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:36 PM

(Gonna give them a chance to react)

"Please, go ahead." she says as she starts petting her dog who is now at her side.

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:39 PM

(cool, imma roll)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:39 PM

(Go for it!)

(Ooof, those are both some good ones)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:41 PM

(Sooo, if she becomes famous, will I know her true identity?)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 12:42 PM

Huh, yeah, guess so!

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 12:48 PM

(hahaha nice, let's go with that!) The Broker peels the top card off the deck and flips it over, revealing the Thespian. "Ahh, the fates truly smile at you, miss Blake! It would appear you're on the path to great success, glory and fame!" Stowing the deck away again, the Broker smiles at the woman. "Now then, down to business. While I am strictly forbidden from revealing the identities of any of my clients, I would potentially be able to forward your offer of a meeting to this particular individual. The question is..." The Broker leans in and studies the womans face. "What do you have to offer me in return for such a favor?"

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 01:10 PM

"Aw, that's such a kind reading, thank you, Mr. Broker. Maybe this is a path leading us both to success and glory. Regarding what I have to offer I assume your client will reward you for the information of the gem if that client truly does desire the gem badly enough. I think we are both doing each other a favor here, really. But I absolutely can't reveal anything if I don't get to meet them in person... I hope you understand I don't want to be caught in someone's trap either." The woman says as she and her dog stands up and start to slowly head out.

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 01:20 PM

Raising an eyebrow at the woman's statement, but making no attempt to get up and prevent her from leaving, the Broker answers. "I did not ask you to reveal anything, miss Blake, not would I reveal anything about you to this other individual if we were to reach an agreement, seeing as you would also be a client of mine at that time. What would happen is I would inform my client that another client of mine would like to meet and discuss a potential business arrangement involving a Soul Gem, in a neutral place at a time agreed upon by both parties."

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 01:54 PM

"Well, that would be fair. A client, an asset or temporary business acquaintance it's up to you what you'll regard me as, but all I have to offer at the moment is information and it's up to you and your client now how you wish this all to play out... Maybe the real question is what do you want? What do you want in exchange for making your client happy, other than that clients riches? It's not urgent for me, so think about it..." She smiles and gives a quick wave goodbye before heading out.

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 02:03 PM

Barely looking up as the woman heads for the door, the Broker responds simply. "For relaying your request to this client, I would ask only that you teach me that reading technique of yours, it is indeed quite intriguing."

(If she still wants to head out, just let her and let them know the scene is over

)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 03:26 PM

Blake stops for a second and says "I can give it a honest shot after meeting your client, but it's not always the person choosing the technique sometimes its the technique choosing the person. I'll teach my way of doing it though." Then she heads off with her dog closely behind her. (edited)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 03:33 PM

The Broker holds up a hand to indicate to the woman that the conversation is not yet finished. "Miss Blake, before you take your leave, please know that I will not consider our agreement finalized before we have put it in writing. You're not the only one who wishes to avoid the traps of others, after all. If you wish me to set up a meeting with my client, I will draw up a contract with the pertinent details to make sure there can be no doubt regarding the details of our deal."

(I know I said just let her go, but she seems to be under the impression that ive agreed to something already xD )

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 04:12 PM

"I'll sign... When you have the consent from your client, that they also agree to the meeting. So discus it with them first because that's what this whole deal depends on. You can't agree to something someone else has the power to decide over after all. Bye now."

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 04:14 PM

The Broker gives a courteous nod to the woman as she leaves.

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 04:15 PM

(Well then! You got a free reading but not a second contract. All in all a pretty good phase, no? ^^)

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 04:16 PM

(yee, feels a bit like playing a mirror match towards the end though xD)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 04:18 PM

(Hehehe, fair :P)

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 11:14 PM

After having swindled the Captain, you now have several options that were previously unavailable to you. Maybe buying a castle could be nice? What do you do for your night-time phase?

Cindurion 01-Dec-21 11:35 PM

For participating in a mini-scene you have been awarded 1 CCP! Make sure to note it down yourself. Keep it up!

Zamesi 01-Dec-21 11:37 PM

(Aight, sweet! ^^)

Zamesi 02-Dec-21 09:39 AM

The Broker stays the night in his tent, shuffling up the cards to read the fates of himself and the intriguing female visitor from earlier in the day. Seeing her interest in readings, after all, it would be most rude to deny her one...

Zamesi 02-Dec-21 10:15 AM

(AIght, Bad Luck on "Blake" and Invigorated on me

innebär den extra actionen att jag kan rulla igen isf, eller måste det vara en annan action?

)

Zamesi 02-Dec-21 12:40 PM

Surging with energy, Zamesi shuffles up the deck for another round, determined to find out more about what's to come for himself and miss "Blake", all the while keeping an eye out for potential customers, magic users or spies.

(If there's a chance she's still here I want to use Death, otherwise Tragic accident.

oavsett blire Delayed Blessings på mig

)

Cindurion 02-Dec-21 12:53 PM

(You have no idea where she is right now.)

Zamesi 02-Dec-21 01:56 PM

(Aight, Death it is then)

(46dmg)

Zamesi 05-Dec-21 01:31 PM

I would like to send a letter to Miss Neumayer, the Captains assistant; "Dear Miss Neumayer, I hope this letter finds you well. I would ask that you forward the following information to your esteemed Captain. Rumor has reached me of an individual with connections to the Magus Organization whom I believe may be responsible for arranging the visit you're expecting. This individual is described to me as a grey-haired woman, missing an arm and in the company of an undead dog of unknown breed. As for any details regarding the time of this visit, I'm afraid the rumors do not say. Have a pleasant evening, The Broker."

Cindurion 05-Dec-21 02:21 PM

(How do you send it, and where to?)

Zamesi 05-Dec-21 02:32 PM

(Is there any delay if I just send it in the mail?)

Cindurion 05-Dec-21 02:33 PM

(Probably yes, what would the adress be in that case? :P)

Zamesi 05-Dec-21 02:49 PM

(Is The Immortal Tyrant a valid address? xD)

Cindurion 05-Dec-21 03:10 PM

(Not really :P)

Zamesi 05-Dec-21 04:01 PM

(Aight, assuming I dont have an actual address then I'll just not do anything xD)

Cindurion 05-Dec-21 04:24 PM

(Right :P Only adress you have is Count's I believe)

Zamesi 05-Dec-21 04:39 PM

Fair enough