Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:30:35 -0800

((Sign up link: http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49549?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1091759 )) --------------- Deep within the snow capped mountains, a type of magic waits to be unleashed upon any unsuspecting souls who dare cross its path. It summons demons and transports its victims so far away that they might never return to their homes. It is ancient as well. It was there even before a village appeared, cradled down into the valley of the mountain, just beyond its reach. But the magic calls to those who will listen. "Who- wha- what?" Captain Louis Gutarland sat up abruptly, sending the gull who had been sitting on his chest cawing and flying away in indignation. He looked around blearily through the fog of sleep. He could have sworn he heard something. Nevertheless! There was much to do on his ship- wait. His ship? He stood up quickly and gaped at the sight before him. Common people walked across the square, going about their own business and vendors loudly bartered with customers. This was most certainly NOT his ship. Enraged, the captain yelled to the sky, "This is mutiny!" --------------------- Caspar loitered around the entrance of the Inn he had been staying at for the last week or so. He had almost given up his search for a phoenix to hunt for himself, but he still made a point to train everyday to keep up from getting too lazy. In due time, he would leave this town like he had many others and search for what was his. Yet, he couldn't bring himself to leave. Something about this place made him want to stay just a little longer. "I'll be gone by tomorrow," He'd tell the innkeeper who would just shake his head and didn't bother asking for the key to his room. He scowled at his feet and shrugged his cloak tighter around his cold body. It had gotten much colder than what it was like when he first arrived. It was much colder than what he would ever get used to. Homesick, freezing, and no phoenixes in sight.... Why was he still here?

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:55:56 -0800

The wind had picked up, bringing with it the sharp sent of oncoming snow. Eve shifted slightly, leaning her head back against the building. It was a nice, cozy nook, sheltered between two adjoining buildings near the edge of town. A soft, warm nose poked into her neck, the silky feeling of fur brushing against her cheek. "Well Ina, something is stirring in this little town, and not just the coming snow." She stroked the silken strands of fur, comforted by the warm little bundle as she listened to the hustle and bustle of the village around her.

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the flipr kid — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:15:57 -0800

"This....is a miserable town," Marin decided, looking around her at the chilly village full of chilly people going about their chilly ways. Oh well -- the chill had only set in in the last hour or so, meaning it had been a lot warmer when she first arrived -- but that didn't change the fact that nobody, absolutely nobody was interested in a half-elf mage who was over a century old and who was willing to put on a show for the enjoyment of the mundane crowds. No one wanted to see mysticism or fire. (Not that she would attempt fire here, anyway. The weather was far to cool.) Everyone was too....reasonable. "Bloody reason," Marin cursed under her breath. "Takes the mystique out of everything." The mystique, and also her profit.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:20:35 -0800

Slowly, the wind built and swirled, bright crystals of snow spiraling into the village, the messengers of a coming storm. Dark, steel blue peaks vanished behind wisps of thick cloud cover as it lumbered in, heavy set with the snow it was ready to unleash. From what looked like a looming fog, two figures appeared. One was tall and oddly lumpy here and there, while the other was squatter, wider and somehow more menacing. As they stumbled closer, the figures grew distinct and were identified, more or less. The shorter figure became the front end of a tiger, its thick orange and black pelt sprinkled with a powdered-sugar dusting of snow, huge paws padding heavily if silently on the cold ground. However, the taller figure looked more odd if nothing else. It seemed to be made up of one big coat with lots of pockets and each one bulged with something, while on top of it all, over the rim of a tightly wound scarf, was a top hat and what looked like a braid poking out from under the back of brim, pulled almost horizontally forward by the wind. The tiger and the... Person were soon in the village and stopped before the door of the inn. A long-fingered, slightly blue hand reached up, shaking, to pull down the edge of the scarf, revealing a thin, mustached and unshaven face with a pair of wire-rimmed spectacles, behind which stared a pair of big brown eyes. The young man stared up at the sign. "The Inn." Adam read. He glanced at Apollo, who looked back lazily. "At least they're precise. Come on." He set a hand on the broad head, just between the rounded ears, and walked to the door, pushing it open. A few of the people inside hurriedly backed away as man and beast strolled inside, steaming slightly in the stuffy warmth.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:02:10 -0800

Content. That was the word she would use for this village if she had to choose just one. The people here were content with the lives they lived, happy to stay in the sheltered valley under the majestic peaks. But what made them content? Why were they so happy to stay put, doing the same things day in and day out, with rarely anything to break the normal, day to day business? This was the question that wove its way through Eve's thoughts as she stirred from her sheltered retreat, moving further into town where the wind did not cut quite so hard. They were friendly enough, she'd found that out, but it was more of a friendliness of civility than it was of genuine warmhearted kindness. Of course, perhaps it was just because she was a stranger, maybe it took time for them to warm up to outsiders. The door of a nearby building swung open, followed by the rapid steps of one who was obviously hurrying away from something, and yet attempting to appear as though they were in no kind of haste at all. "Ah, The Inn," Eve smiled as they passed by, "Someone new must have wafted in with the wind." Ina yipped softly, scampering over to sniff along the bottom of the door, returning moments later, dancing across the ground with his slim, delicate black feet. "With an animal companion as well, that must have thrown them into a tizzy." Ina found their new shelter behind the Inn. The small stable positioned behind the building was hardly big enough for more than three mounts, and, perhaps a handful of chickens. But it had a wonderfully warm, fragrant pile of hay in the corner, just inside the door. "Well done Ina, we'll stay the night and leave in the morning, unless of course the weather turns worse." Nestling into the crackling pile of hay Eve pulled her cloak tighter about her and attempted to catch a quick nap. Perhaps sleep would help dampen the stirrings she had been feeling for the past couple days. If Ina could speak he would say it was her 'roaming itch' starting up again, but they both knew it was something deeper than that. Much deeper.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:21:03 -0800

Adam sighed and went up to the bar of the Inn, Apollo at his side. The bartender had frozen as the young man approached and now forced himself to smile. It looked more like a spasm of the facial muscles. "I... How would... Um..." "Hello, I was wondering if you have boarding available for the night?" Adam said. His voice was warm and smooth, his tone crisp but friendly and it startled the older man behind the counter. "Ah, well, um... Yes, I s'pose so..." He said uncertainly. "Splendid!" Adam said, smiling brightly. "I'll take one." "And... Your, er, companion?" The innkeeper eyed Apollo as the tiger sat beside the boy, glancing around lazily. The man twitched as the beast glanced at him. "What about him?" Adam said, blinking innocently. "Would he be wanting a stall?" Silence fell. The barkeep suddenly realized how stupid that question had been and swallowed as Adam leveled a flat, cold look at him from over his glasses. "As I said, one room please." He said slowly. "Right... Three coppers please." The man said hoarsely. Adam blinked, and then rubbed his face. "I'm afraid I only have pence." He said and rummaged around in a pocket. "Here's three pence I suppose." He set down the coins. The other man nodded as he glanced at them. Coinage was coinage and he'd seen stranger before. "This way, erm, sir." He said and pushed out from behind the bar after a scrawny individual took his place to watch the counter. Up the stairs they went and soon he returned alone. Several moments later, Adam was stepping back down, divulged of his bulky coat in favor of his usual brown morning coat. His top hat was gone, his hair loosened and cleaned up, his glasses straightened. His shoes were shined to a warm brown glow and he looked much too smart for the place. He waltzed to the bar, smoothly avoiding a bar maid as she walked by, gaping at him. "Inn keep, I'll have a sherry and whatever's best on the menu. I'm starving. Oh, and some meat for my friend." He said, rubbing Apollo between the ears. Soon he sat by the fire, his legs neatly folded one over the other, his coat over the back of his seat, enjoying a small mug of rough wine and a plate of pork, potatoes and some slightly wilted greens. He didn't mind though, he'd had worse. Beside him, Apollo stretched on the floor, enjoying some ham bones and a pile of cuttings from a large platter. For such a big cat he was quite dainty. His huge frame circled the chair that Adam reclined in, the long tail contentedly curling occasionally.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Ninja-chan — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:49:02 -0800

[Quick post before bed; will be back tomorrow!] Seth whistled to himself as he strolled down the road. He'd been in town for just over a few days now, just playing music and earning what he could to move along to his next destination. Or at least, that's how it usually was. There was something about this town... It was nice enough, sure, but somewhere in his gut Seth knew that wasn't why he liked it. Turning the corner back around to the inn, he recognized the shock of red hair that belonged to the guy standing around the door. Seth had seen it before in passing - they had been staying at the same place, after all. He shivered, distracted as a cold breeze blew by. "Hope there's still seats by the fire," he muttered. If not, he could probably charm someone into letting him join them. -- "It's cold," The Watcher grumbled in his raspy, gravelly voice, trailing along beside Eden. His eyes were narrowed against the bitter chill. "Can't we go inside?" "It's not that bad," Eden said. She hugged her cloak tighter around her even as she told him this. "We'll go back in a minute. I don't want to be in the house when Mom tries to cook." "Yes, it's a miracle she hasn't managed to burn the place down yet," Watcher said dryly. Eden really couldn't say anything to disagree.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

the flipr kid — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:59:06 -0800

"Inn," Marin mumbled through chattering teeth. She'd finally found it, thank everything there was to thank. She stretched out a shaking hand and gave the heavy door a hefty shove. Cold air gusted in with her as she stepped over the threshold and into the blessed warmth of the orange-lit building, where, it appeared, several other people had already gathered. "A plate of eggs and toast and bacon and...and hot coffee," she said to the innkeeper. "However much that is." It was nowhere near morning, the traditional time for breakfast food, but what the hey. Marin was hungry. She stood by the bar until she paid and received her food, and then went to find the nicest, warmest spot by the fire that was not yet taken.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:42:20 -0800

Laust crunched through the leaves, his cloak blowing out behind him. The wind ruffled through his short black hair as he walked. Each step brought him closer to the town ahead. Simple place, if he remembered correctly. They named themselves Town. He chuckled and continued along, ignoring all the large animals that crossed the path. Eventually, he got into Town, where he was given a warm welcome of almost being thrown out by an elf hate group. Rediculous people. They became the towns newest statues, and he pocketed his ice seal. Eventually, he came to the Inn and walked inside to see a tiger eating by the fire. Not the strangest thing he'd seen, but deffinatly something the elf hadn't expected to see here. Laust shrugged, then went to the bar to order a mug of dwarf spirits and spiced meats and potatoes. He sat near the man who was next to the tiger and watched them while eating, not drinking the spirits yet. Birdo, Master of Darkness and Occasional Dispair, looked down on the people in the Inn from his place above the mantal place. He hadn't moved in hours, and would probably be mistaken for a hunting trophy. Not that anyone would be able to hunt down Birdo, Master of Darkness and Occasional Dispair.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:07:02 -0800

Mutiny?! Ha! He would show them. He didn't need his old crew to be a captain. He would simply find a new and better crew. Surely someone in this town would recognize his wiseness and overall competence as a sea captain. He pulled his hat down on his head and marched through the town. A man of his caliber was able to pick out a member of his crew by one look. That's all it would take. That's all he needed. He looked around in the town square with a wild look in his eye. An Inn? Of course! He had found his first mate at an Inn- that is, his ex-first mate. He headed for the Inn with a mad glint in his eye and a slightly maniacal smile. He would assemble his new crew whether they wanted it or not. ----------------------- Caspar nodded politely to the other inn patron. He couldn't remember his name, but he had seen him enough times to be acquainted with him. He was about to say something to him when a familiar face passed through the door. He briefly remembered running away with her and escaping to a forest in an unknown world- but he shook his head. Silva was leagues away and it simply wasn't possibly they could meet here in this town. He turned back to- Seth, was it? with a grin. "Lovely day we're having," he said sarcastically.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:43:45 -0800

Adam finished and sat back, sighing, the wine in hand. He was content for now. At least he was, until he felt someones eyes on him. He looked up over his glasses and saw a boy. No, not a human boy... An Elf. He spotted the spirits beside the individual and raised his own glass to him in a friendly way, before sipping a little. He nearly choked but tried to not make a fuss. Still, his eyes popped slightly. The stuff was so dry his mouth felt like sand, not to mention the bitter snag of it on his tongue. It felt as though he'd swallowed hot coals in liquid form, bitter, fiery and horrible. He hurriedly set it down and put a fist to his mouth for a second, forcing his muscles to swallow. It hurt on the way down, a tightly packed mouthful of the worst wine he'd had in...ever. It plopped in his stomach like a stone and he winced as his throat sprang back into its normal shape after forcing the awful stuff down. Ignoring the Elf now and still recovering from his debacle, he decided to get down to business. From the inside of his coat he pulled out a small notebook, a pen hanging from it by a string. The spine was made up of gears and levers and Adam pressed one of the tiny pegs. The book flipped open in his hand and rifled through its pages to a specific spot. Picking up his pen, he began to write. Day Three. Weather's beastly and still no indication of where the Hell I am. I don't know how long this is going to continue, and I doubt I'll find any sort of communication back home here. It's a rinky-dink little place that has a rustic charm, but certainly isn't much for the progress of science. I think I just drank poison - should become evident shortly. Then again I heard another...man ask for it and he drank it with no problems... He glanced around and saw said man passed out in a corner, his mug still half full of the ghastly brew. Mostly. At any rate this is the best place I could come up with on short notice. Will try to contact Master Brown from school again when Apollo is not around. He still has some scorch marks on his left ear and he's not too happy with the idea of me trying again right now. As he wrote, he reached over with his free hand and gently stroked Apollo's large head. The big cat purred, adding to the tremors already in the floorboards. However, his attention was only partly on his companion. The rest was aimed in two directions, one at the fox by the strange girl, and the other at the mantel piece. He didn't trust the bird that was sitting there. Slowly, his tail twitched as he followed Birdo's progress.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:55:12 -0800

Laust watched the man choke on his drink and chuckled slightly. "What's the matter, never had elven spirits before?" he asked, finnally opening the flask of dwarven brew. The pungent aroma filled the air as he took a sip, the liquid setting his throat on fire as it went down. He smiled and set the flask back down, going back to the potatos and meat. Birdo watched the tiger out of the cornor of his eye.

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ArtsyGal — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:11:41 -0800

((Bump?))

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Mello Keehl — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:43:14 -0800

Catcher wrapped his cloak tigher around his body, nudging Baal onwards with a slight squeeze of the knee. The ebony stallion snorted, a large puff of breath emerging from his nostrils. Both horse an rider were shivering now. They had been forcing their way through this dreadful blizzar for hours now, seemling making no progress at all. All around him was vast blanket of nothingness, the only thing keeping him from leading the stallion headfirst into a tree was a little thing he liked to call intuition. Ball whinnied softly, his pace picking up along with the animal's spirits. Catcher smiled, though it looked more like a grimace. He couldn't smile propperly when he couldn't feel his lips, now could he? Soon, structures of the first civilzation they had incountered in weeks began to emerge from the white, along with a sign advertizing an inn that he almost ran into. Lovely. The Teifling dismounted, told Baal that the stabled were out back, and rushed into the lodge, sighing in relief as he stepped inside.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Ninja-chan — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:45:17 -0800

Seth glanced up as the other boy spoke. "Oh yeah. It's been marvelous out here," he chuckled. Obviously it wasn't, but like he'd been thinking about, there was something about it that was making him stay. "I've seen you around in the inn. I'm Seth." He stuck out a hand. "What are you around these parts for?" Eden and the Watcher came up on the inn. She glanced at him, and he back at her - they seemed to be thinking the same thing: that it was warmer there, and would be an interesting place to pass the time. She carefully pushed open the door and the two walked inside (well, Eden walked, Watcher glided), glancing about her with shyness and mild curiosity.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:53:33 -0800

The door of the stable blew open with a bang, startling Eve out of the uneasy sleep she had finally slipped into. Ina stiffened beside her, black tipped ears cocked toward the puffs of snow that began to blow in. Eve heard the heavy, solid footsteps of a big horse, most likely a stallion, enter the structure. The door, however remained open, telling Eve that a rider was not present. Slipping from her corner she eased around behind the horse and pulled the door closed. Edging against the wall she made her way toward the horse's shoulder, murmuring in soothing tones. "Easy boy, you must be cold," Her fingers brushed lightly against the leather of a saddle, sensing the trembling of the magnificent animal beneath it. She ran gentle fingers up his neck, prepared to leap back in case he should decide she wasn't acceptable.

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CatOfManyWhiskers — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:08:07 -0800

((OOC: Sorry Flipr I meant to reply to Marin!)) Adam finally finished and flipped his notebook shut with a click. Tucking it away in his coat again, he sat forward and considered Laust. "That is no Elven Spirits," he said. "That is the roughest wine I've ever encountered, and there's something mixed in it to cover the bad quality with..." He rubbed his throat reflectively. "Minor pain. You're welcome to it." He picked up the mug and set it on a table closer to the other, nudging it closer, before sitting up again. He did look around when Marin entered and considered the woman with a raised eyebrow. She looked road-rough and ready, but something about her... His sixth magi sense send a small shiver through his left ear and he shook his head slightly, rubbing at it and looking away from her. His eyes fixed back on the fire as he considered his next plan of actin, fingers steepled in front of his mouth. Meanwhile, Apollo was still eyeing Birdo, but part of his attention ha been averted by the figures coming in. Up he got and stretched, making some of the other patrons hurry out of the way, before turning and seeing Catcher, Eden and Watcher. When he saw Watcher his fur rose in slight discontent. He was used to magic, but not in the spiritual sense. Adam, sensing his companions distress, looked over at the ruffled pelt and twisted around to have a look, his glasses slipping down his nose. "Amazing..." He mumbled, watching the horned man and the spectre. The girl also caught his eye and he hurriedly sat back down and tried not to look quite so... Long and spaghetti-like. Apollo relaxed enough to notice the boy's discomfort and nearly snorted with disgust. Instead he went over and put his front paws over the right armrest, making the chair creak. There was a long lick and Adam gasped, frozen, as Apollo began to groom him. His hair stuck out and his glasses were sent into his lap as the tiger fondly groomed the cub human, while Adam meanwhile tried to push him off. "Shove off!" He hissed, his refinement gone. "Get off, Apollo, you great furry arse! I swear, get off me now! AH!" He yelped as Apollo put a paw over his chest, effectively pinning him, to finish his grooming job. When he was finished and curled up on the floor again, Adam's collar was popped, his eyes just as popping and his hair a mess. Hurriedly he smoothed it down, not catching a few stray strands, and shot a nasty look at Apollo as he tried to straighten his cuffs (also undone) and his vest. His watch had fallen out of his pocket and he tucked it back away, muttering about tigers.

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Darkfeather21 — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:20:12 -0800

Laust chuckled slightly. "Yeah, that's elven spirits for ya," he said, downing another swallow of dwarf spirits. He started laughing out loud when the tiger attempted to groom the man, failing miserably. Birdo, Master of Darkness and Occasional Disspair, finally made his move and flew down to Laust's shoulder. "So, what was that about?" the raven squaked.

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Mello Keehl — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:27:54 -0800

Baal's muscles tensed slightly under to touch of the girl. He had been trained to never let anyone except Master Catcher and Assyria handle him. But her touch was so soft and caring, the horse could help but take a liking to her. He wickered softly, nudging her cheek with his large, velvet muzzle. He shook some snow from his mane, sending slatters of the cold crystals all over the place. He stamped his foot one, a show of respect, and edged closer to the kind human.

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the flipr kid — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:36:23 -0800

As she devoured her plate of hot, comforting breakfast food, a sound caught Marin's ear. Or more specifically, a voice. One voice in particular she hadn't thought she would hear again, at least not here. Silva was....how far away, exactly? Of course Marin moved around a lot, and she supposed it could be true that Caspar's particular profession required him to as well, but still. That they would end up in the same inn together was utterly unexpected. She took a huge bite of bacon and a gulp of blessedly hot coffee, feeling the heat of the meal become absorbed into her body; blood, bones, and nervous system; as she contemplated this strange turn of events. Also, the man with the tiger (a freaking enormous tiger) had been staring at her just a few moments ago. as if things couldn't get any weirder.

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ArtsyGal — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:40:54 -0800

"There's a good boy, you must be half frozen." She smiled, delighted at the touch of the velvety soft muzzle. Her fingers slipped through his wet, matted mane, smoothing and untangling until she touched the buckle. "Let's get you cleaned up a bit. Removing the tack was an easy, straightforward task that took a mere few minutes. After that she went rummaging around until she had found a dry, coarse grain sack. With this she buffed and gently scrubbed the massive horse until he was mostly dry, the coarseness of the materiel helping to circulate the blood back into his chilled legs. "Now we'll give you a nice grooming and you can settle down for the night." She fluffed a section of hay into a bucket so he could eat while she worked, "I promise you can have some grain later, after you've warmed up enough." The sound of the brush against the silken hair, the smell of the horse, and the sound of him chewing, did wonders to soothe the nerves that had begun to frazzle over the past couple days. She worked silently and gently, reveling in the warm, soft touch of the horse, feeling him relax as the warmth of the stable began to drive the chill away from his bones. With the softest sigh she leaned her head against the noble, arched neck, running her hands through the now smooth mane. This was exactly what she had needed. "Pleased to make your aquaintance," She whispered softly to the horse, relaxing against him as she continued to stroke his neck and listen to the steady rhythm of his breathing mingle with the other soft sounds throughout the stable.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:44:28 -0800

((I'm going to hold off Gutarland for a bit while people get to know each other.)) "Second floor, right? I'm Caspar," He shook the offered hand. "I was originally not planning to stay long. You know, passing through. But I just sort of... stayed." His thoughtful expression turned into a charming smile, "I suppose I would miss seeing you around." His one weakness was an attractive face and Seth had it.

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Mello Keehl — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:58:10 -0800

Catcher shook the snow from his tangled hair as well as the clumps that had found their way into the sheaths and scabbards of all the weapons he carried. The boy scowled and stalked over to an empty seat by the fire. He fluidly unstrapped the large sheath that carried his claymore, swinging it around to rest in his lap. The movement shook a large majority of the snow into the orange flames with a loud hiss. Nonetheless, if he did not dry his weapons quickly, they would be unusable due to rust. Catcher set about wiping the large blade dry with a dry spot on the edge of his traveling cloak. He was halfway finished with the claymore when a familiar voice drifted through the air. His head whipped up, searching for the owner of that cursed voice. If Caspar was here, he would surely kill the coward, now that Assyria wasn't here to stop him. In the stables, Baal enjoyed a thurough rub-down. He decided that he would stay by this girl's side for as long as he could. Maybe she could start travelling with Master Catcher

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werewolfwithwings — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:55:32 -0800

Emilia walked along the road, unseeing in the storm but perfectly warm with her leather jacket open and flapping in the wind. Accursed wind that blew against her as if set to rip her right off the surface of the planet. She hunched her shoulders against it as she struggled along. It never got this bad back home in New York. Thinking of home reminded her of her shovel and she checked that it was still secure in its makeshift holster. Some thought it odd that her weapon of choice was a spade, but the Traveling Shovel of Death had helped her out of numerous tight spots over the months she had been using it. Content that it was still there, Emilia continued on. Before long she could make out the faint lights of a town and not long after that she was at the door of the Inn. Her head was abuzz with the final moments of those inside and knew even as she crossed the threshold that she wasn't anywhere like she had been before. Homesickness gripped her in the second it took to compose herself: a wave of longing for the brightly dressed bigots and darkened alleys of her city that was as unexpected as her new surroundings. "Hello," she said as she walked up to the innkeeper, "I don't suppose you have any rooms available?" The man, who was just about immune to strangeness by now, regarded her the a bemused expression. Only then did Emilia notice what she always forgot to think about; it was snowing outside, therefore everyone coming into the warmth would be wet and snowy. She glanced down at her dry clothes, all black fabric and crinkled leather, then back up at the innkeeper. "Three coppers," he managed to say. Emilia frowned and pulled three pennies out of her pocket. "Are you sure? That's it?" The innkeeper nodded and sighed as he took the unfamiliar currency. Shrugging, Emilia turned away from him and towards the crowded hearth. So many odd and exciting forms of people. She sat down in a rickety little chair off to the side, wanting to observe but not to be observed. Ears shivered violently as she half-ran through the storm, clutching and rubbing her bare arms. Her lips were blue, her teeth chattered, her toes felt numb inside her ratty sneakers, and she was certain she was going to die out here. It was better than getting z'ed up, she decided, but not by much. And then - oh most joyous of days! - she stumbled into town. She was saved, so long as she could find somewhere to go inside. Twisting her head so she could see all directions with her one good eye, she navigated the streets until she found the Inn. Once inside, she didn't bother to look around before collapsing into to closest chair to the fire available. Olivette came down the stairs to find that the Inn was teeming with life. So many people, so much blood... the proximity made her stomach growl and her fangs lengthened in sympathy, pressing uncomfortably against her bottom lip. She had been here too long to cause that kind of inconvenience to the staff. A fine thanks for the hospitality: You keep a nice in, here's a dead customer for your troubles. Despite herself, Olivette was quite comfortable here; the place reminded her of her youth and of nights spent with Ashley. She twisted the band on her finger. Speaking of tall dark and wolfish... she really should get going. But not yet, at least not until the storm was over. Even pooka couldn't travel in this weather, she reasoned.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Ninja-chan — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:21:13 -0800

"Second floor," Seth confirmed, grinning at the fact Caspar had noticed as he jammed his hand back into his pocket. "That's funny; I wasn't planning on sticking around for long either. There's just kind of something about this place. Can't put my finger on it, you know?" He couldn't help another grin, this one a little wider than the last, and more crooked at Caspar's remark. "Well, actually, maybe I can." Caspar was definitely noticeable - not in a bad way at all. "I know I'd miss seeing you around too. Inadvertently keeping me here," he said teasingly. The movement from Apollo caused both Eden and Watcher to look around. Eden jumped at the sight of the huge cat - Watcher narrowed his eyes."Someone put a leash on that thing before it eats the whole inn," he said dryly, earning him a look from Eden. "Sorry," she murmured to Adam, fiddling with one of her bracelets as she edged a little closer. She'd gotten over her surprise rather quickly, and was now looking at Apollo in a kind of reverent awe. "He doesn't mean it. I-is he yours?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:13:33 -0800

Adam was surprised as so many people sat by the fire, but immediately pulled his attention away and looked back at Eden as she addressed him. His cheeks turned pink. "Uh... Um... He's not really mine, he doesn't belong to anyone." He said uncomfortably, looking back at Apollo. "He's my companion and my longest friend." The tiger lifted his head and let out a low grunt of encouragement. He stretched out a little and rolled to expose a fluffy white stomach, sighing contentedly as the fire warmed it. Adam smiled and pulled his foot out of a boot, reaching out to rub the warm tiger tummy with a socked foot. He glanced back at Eden. "So, er..." he eyed Watcher. "Who is this? I'm afraid I don't know his kind." Apollo opened one big gold eye and considered Watcher. He didn't like this thing and it made him nervous when it was around Adam. The comment hadn't helped either and he licked a paw slowly, chewing off some of the snow from between his claws meaningfully. Adam ignored him, still watching Eden.

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ArtsyGal — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:43:00 -0800

((I know it's only almost 6, but bump!:))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:35:47 -0800

Gutarland charged to the Inn and burst down the door. "Alright! Who's going to be a part of me crew?!" His eyes roved over the people. There were a few that seemed quite fit for the job, but he needed to pick a second-in-command first. He fixed his gaze on a young lad with a tiger by his side. "You there! My new first mate!" He grabbed him by the arm and hoisted him up to his feet. ------------ "I tend to have that effect on people," Caspar sighed woefully and grinned. "I'm simply too handsome." He noted a strange, feral-looking man coming up from behind Seth and quickly pulled him by his arm out of the way. The man practically blew the door off its hinges and started yelling something about something. "The hell?" Was all he could say as he looked to Seth with a raised eyebrow.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Mello Keehl — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:15:23 -0800

Catcher pinpoined Caspar and a feral grin spread across his face. He quickly slung the claymore over his shoulder and back into its sheath. He pulled two daggers from the scabbards at his hip and stormed across the room, narrowly missing what would have been a head-on collision with some derranged lunatic who had just burst through the door, shouting something about a crew. Catcher figured he was thuroughly drunk, and therefore not a threat. He approached Caspar, slower now, considering ways to kill the idiot. He considered it Caspars fault for Assyria's absence. Shortly after their fight in Ignis, Assyria had disappeared from their makeshify camp. At first, Catcher had decided that she was just out hunting, but hours passed and still she had not returned. He had stayed in that same place for days, and after about a week, gave up. Now he was wandering all over the place looking for her. Along the way, Catcher had developed the crazy notion that Caspar had done something to her, though it made no sense at all.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

werewolfwithwings — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:38:37 -0800

Emilia raised her eyebrows at the man who had come charging in. The fellow certainly seemed to know what he wanted, at least. She passed a quick judgement on both captain and tiger man: the former was crazed, clearly, but not in an entirely repulsive way. The latter was cute when the word was a synonym of incompetent, but he had a tiger. Both registered as interesting to her, so she shifted her attention from the general buzz of conversation to the scene they were making. Maybe she would see something entertaining. Ears had taken off her shoes in an attempt to warm her feet, barely conscious of what was going on around her. Her knife she had set under the chair, so that no one would step on it. There certainly were a large number of survivors here, many of whom were too strange for words. More people than she had seen in months. She fanned out her hair to dry it. There was little she could do about her soaked clothes. They had needed a washing, anyway. Olivette noticed a fight about to happen and moved to intervene. If she had learned one thing in her life it was that you don't try to kill someone around a bunch of people you don't want to kill. She stepped smoothly into Caspar's path and offered a smile. "Excuse me, sir, but I was wondering if you could interrupt your homicidal rampage for a brief moment? There are ladies present," she said. That would have worked back home, hopefully it would here.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Ninja-chan — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:20:17 -0800

"Oh," Eden said, nodding and laughing a little when Apollo rolled over and Adam rubbed his stomach. "He's really awesome. When did you meet, then?" She glanced at Watcher as Adam did (the spirit still had his large eyes narrowed, and sparked with blue energy in return to Apollo's chewing.) "He's my first summon. He's kind of like a guardian; I just call him Watcher." "Pleasure," said Watcher in his same dry tone, still keeping his eyes on Apollo. "And I'm Eden," Eden added. She jumped and stared at the strange man shouted and dragged Adam to his feet. What the...? What was he going on about? Watcher crackled more menacingly. Seth grinned again and was about to respond when he was jerked out of the maniac's path. "No idea," he said, raising an eyebrow. "He sounds crazy." His gaze shifted to Catcher and his eyes widened a bit. Why was everyone trying to kill everyone around here all of a sudden? "Hey, maybe we should get out of here..." he mumbled, blinking as Olivette stepped into the path. Oh crap, what was she doing?

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:21:43 -0800

Adam, who had been looking at Eden, jumped in shock as the man barged in, and then yelped as his arm was grabbed. There was a loud POP and a sizzling sound as a whip of energy shot up his arm and into the man, making him let go. The smell of burnt cloth and singed skin filled the air as Adam fell back onto Apollo, who was snarling at Gutarland, tail lashing, fur on end. The boy rolled over, clutching the thick fur and shaking. He was going to be sick. He'd done it again! He'd lost control! He glanced at Gutarland and slowly straightened. "Who the hell are you?" He said, breathing hard. His glasses slid slowly down his nose and hung from one ear, one eye twitching slightly. His hair hung in his face and he looked just as angry as he was sick. ((OOC; Meh, short, can't think of more.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:41:02 -0800

Gutarland yelped a little and released the boy. "Oi! On your feet! We've got work to do!" He was unperturbed by the unusual power the boy possessed as he had seen many unusual things during his time at sea. And his time would continue! Just as soon as he got his crew together. He scrutinized the shadowy creature and the girl beside him. In them, he saw the best cannon-handlers in the all the seven- or was it eight?- seas. "You'll do," He nodded. He marched pass the three he had chosen to address the rest of the inn. "I am Captain Gutarland: the best captain of all the seas and soon... the world! Starting with," He pointed to the door and declared. "The mountains!" -------------- Caspar did a double-take in the direction Catcher was just as someone stepped in his path. He was baffled as to why Catcher was so far away from Ignis and as to why he looked ready to run him through with his sword. Surely his sister would be around to stop him, but Caspar doubted Catcher would have gotten as far as he was if she were around. There was some more yelling coming from inside the Inn and it didn't sit well with him. "Yeah, that sounds like a good idea," He edged away the Inn.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:58:57 -0800

The wind outside had finally dropped, moving on across the peaks, taking with it the billowing clouds of snow. Only a few flakes were drifting through the air when Ina stuck his pointy black nose out of the stable, his bright eyes fastening on the warm light flooding from the Inn windows. He glanced over his shoulder, Eve was curled up against the broad shoulder of the big black stallion in one of the stalls, fast asleep. Slipping out into the brisk air he trotted about the building, nose twitching as he circled. The kitchen window was cracked slightly open, emitting warm, fragrant smells. He only paused briefly to enjoy the scents before trotting farther on. His black eyes regarded the window above him, spilling cheerful, warm light. A second later, with the lightest, easiest leap Ina's small form was balanced gracefully on the sill. Curling his tail around his paws he peered into the room, watching the tumult unfolding within.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:13:28 -0800

((Bump:))

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CatOfManyWhiskers — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 21:26:13 -0800

Adam stumbled fully to his feet and, ignoring Eden and Watcher, followed after the 'Captain,' eyes hard. A madman, or a drunkard. With strength beyond his skinny frame, he reached up and dragged Gutarland back out of the limelight, pushing him into a chair. "Alright, 'Captain,'" he said firmly, arms folded tightly. "You need to stay put. Trust me." He added as Apollo strolled up beside him and put a big front paw on each of the man's knees. Smoothing back his hair slowly, he sighed. He wasn't used to manhandling or taking charge, but he was nervous of Catcher attacking this obviously slightly mental man. Christopher strolled through the town, his heavy cloak flapping around his boots and shaking away the last of the storm's rage. He pushed back the hood and shook out any flakes that had gotten caught in his curly hair, glancing around with mischievous eyes. The Inn sounded interesting, if the banging, yelling and bellowing was anything to go by. Maybe the stables would be a better bet when coming in. He made his way around back and caught sight of a fox in the window. He pulled his hood up again, smiling a bit to himself, and slipped into the stable, enjoying the thick horsey smell of the place. Horses were a particular favorite of his - if nothing else they made for a fast escape. He caught sight of a large black stallion and edged around him, before making his way to the door that connected stable to inn. He sank down by the golden crack of the edge and pressed an ear against it, listening. The sliver of light illuminated his face, showing the profile of his foxy nose and shadowing his twisty smile. It sparkled off one bright green eye like an emerald, a bright ember against the green fire.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Ninja-chan — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 01:23:53 -0800

"Is the whole town going to hell all of a sudden?" Seth said, trying to step away with Caspar. First the crazy captain man, now the weird one with the knives, and then the girl. Maybe he should have gotten out of here earlier, like he'd planned. He didn't really want to be around here if things were going to get so weird. Eden stumbled back a couple of steps, in shock at the crazy shouting man. "What is he talking about?" She looked at Watcher with wide, helpless eyes as Adam pushed the captain into a seat - Watcher only grumbled a bit, the blue energy still crackling around him. "Don't worry. If he takes a step over here again..." Well, Watcher would probably throw him back across the room. Anything to protect the mistress.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:10:43 -0800

"I don't think so, lad- Get your cat off me!" Gutarland didn't move away, though. The tiger looked like it could take his head clean off it if wanted to. "Do you know how long my ship was on shore leave here?" He didn't wait for an answer before shoved four fingers in his face. "Four days. Four! Can't you imagine? A true sailor never stays more then three days on shore leave and yet, we stayed. We hung around with nothing to do for four days before the yellow-bellied, pox-faced, salty traitors left me here!" His eyes glazed over, "I'm tellin' ya, boy. It's in the mountains. Can't you feel it callin' to ya?" ------------------- Caspar gulped and nervously looked back at Catcher. Least he was restrained, for now. "Apparently, we've overstayed our welcome." He turned on his heel and started walking away from the Inn. There was some more shouting and shuffling coming from it. He wondered what kind of mess he could have gotten into staying there any longer. "You can blame me for that. I tend to attract all the crazy ones." And then a grin, "And the cute ones."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:48:30 -0800

With all the noise going on Ina didn't notice the man come slipping around the corner of the building until he heard the slight creak of the stable door opening. Twisting his head he watched with dark eyes as the stable door swung closed. No sound came from within, and if Eve needed him he knew she'd call. It was more the combination of a slight, cool waft of air, and a shift that rippled through the stable that alerted Eve to the presence of a newcomer. It was a man by the sound of his footsteps, stealthy and quiet though they were she could tell by how they were heavier than a woman's would have been. He moved carefully and quietly, so he also knew his way around horses, sure that he didn't startle them. He must not have seen her for his movements stopped by the adjoining door. A smile hinted at the corner of her eyes, he was curious about the goings on at the Inn, but clearly wanted to check it out before making himself known. "You have no need of such stealth," She said softly, a lilt to her voice that hinted at laughter and music, if the world had only been kind enough to give her such pleasures. "I doubt they'd hear you, besides, I can hear them plainly from here, and they've not said anything terribly confidential." Why she had spoken she wasn't sure, but, nice as the horse and Ina were, she was tired of practically talking to herself.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:09:58 -0800

There was a deep growl and the chair creaked ominously. "Apollo, leave him alone, he's already mad." Adam said, still rubbing his eyes with his fingers. Apollo had moved to put his paws on Gutarland's chest when he shoved his fingers up to Adam and was nose-to-nose with the other man. Now, he looked at Adam skeptically, but slid off. Still, he sat in front of Gutarland, his tail waving to and fro with dislike, the tip twitching furiously. "Let me ask you something." Adam said and put his hands together, lacing all his fingers and pointing the index fingers at the Captain. "How is there a ship in these mountains? How? How in the world could you possibly be on shore leave in the middle of these craggy mountains of god-forsaken nowhere?" He was getting irritated. This whole thing was just getting extremely annoying and a soft wind from nowhere lifted his hair slightly, fluffing out his shirt sleeves. Apollo glanced at him but the boy ignored him. "And no, I can't 'feel it callin' me' because I am a sensible Englishman who has no time for your nonsense." He added and now there was a soft sizzle in the air around him, like frying meat. "I'm going to let you go, but come near me and you'll be damn lucky if I leave so much as your goatee whole." He leaned forward, sparks dancing along the edges of his spectacles. "GOT IT!?" Christopher nearly leapt out of his skin. He hadn't heard a thing! Twisting around he saw Eve for the first time and sat very, very still, as though by a wild animal. "I wouldn't want to scare the horse." He said suddenly and he was composed once more and smiling, eyes glittering in the meager light. "I'm sure you're grateful I didn't spook him, as you probably would end up smothered by a shifting stallion." He grinned cheekily at his alliteration. "As for the commotion, you'd be surprised what's going on. I want to see it, not just hear it." He looked back at the crack. "Seems there's a big crowd - a big captain man who just came barging in, an elf with a crow that looks like bad news, some demon thing that looks human but with horns and a tail, a boy with a tiger and some unusual powers, some red-haired brat, a very nice looking young lady with blonde hair (maybe half-elf), another brat, a young lady who seems to have an interest in the one with powers, some specter thing and three other young ladies." He smirked. "And they look like they're getting riled up." Beside him, a rat made a dash from under the door. His hand snapped out, grabbed the rat and brought it to his eye level. The rodent stopped trying to bite and fell still as Christopher looked at it sidelong and put a finger to his lips. Setting it back down, he watched as the rat crept away without squeaking or rustling.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:11:07 -0800

Eve heard the grin in his tone and relaxed, her certainly didn't sound threatening, at least. . . .not at the moment. "Yes, it would rather complicate my day to find myself smeared against the side of a stall." She answered dryly, patting the warm bulk beside her. She fell silent as he briefly described the group in the main room of the Inn. She wouldn't let on, but she drank in the details he unknowingly offered. Such things were rare, to be offered an actual glimpse into what things looked like. Descriptions of people instead of trying to figure out what they were like from their voices and mannerisms. Her fingers smoothed her hair absently, wondering briefly how she looked herself, before pushing it out of her mind. "So, is it the captain looking guy who's yelling about the big cat?" She asked.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:17:15 -0800

Laust and Birdo eyed the loud captain quietly, the elf taking swings from the dwarf spirits. He quickly emptied the rest of them into his hip flask and flipped the steel he owed the innkeep for the food and drink and stepped up next to the captain. "So, what's the pay of joining your crew?" he asked. "And will there be booze and women?" Birdo added on.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:33:07 -0800

Leofwin walked through the town. His clothes were horribly suited for this weather, but he didn't care. He would probably freeze to death before he got to the inn, oh well. He did, in fact make it to the inn unharmed. The inn was a scene of chaos at the moment, not the least of which concerning an apparently madman and a tiger. Who cares? He walked up to the bar, seemingly ignorant of his surroundings. "I'll have a room and whatever food you have. Money's no object."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:36:26 -0800

Gutarland stubbornly turned his nose to Adam. This boy was a fool and Captain could hardly believe he had considered him for a first-mate. "If you don't believe me then you haven't been here long enough to feel the magic keep you here," He scoffed. "As for the ship- I told you I am an excellent captain and there might have been some magic involved. It's far too complicated to explain right now." ...you four-eyed, kitty-petting, lily-livered 'Englishman'. He added mentally. Gutarland turned to examine Laust and Birdo. "The pay will be split evenly 'round the crew," And then a wink and a nudge to Birdo, "I'll provide the rum and you can find your women." He laughed and held a hand out to Laust. "Are ya in?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:41:04 -0800

"Definatly," Birdo cawed for the both of them. He ruffled his wings and adjusted his tail. "When you we set off? Oh, and touch me again and I'll fry your brain." Laust just stood, waiting, the large bird on his shoulder.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:45:26 -0800

Ina cocked his head, the commotion became more and more interesting as the seconds ticked by. He kept one ear half cocked, just in case Eve should call for him. His eyes followed the inhabitants at random, first on the newest man, then the guy with the tiger, and finally on the captain talking to some guy and a raven. His keen ears picked up on the deals being made, twitching at the mention of the mountains.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:49:02 -0800

Adam twitched and flexed his fingers. "So tell me captain, WHERE ARE WE!?" He said. "If you can tell me what mountains these are, exactly where your ship is and how you got here, I'll think about believing you." Apollo rumbled warningly and stood up to pace around Adam. He flicked a tail against the boy's hip and he looked down at the feline. Cool it, was clearly what was meant by the glare. But he- Adam stopped, and then looked back at the Captain. "Like I said, proof, then promise. If that." He walked over to Laust, snatched the tankard out of his hand and doused two fingers in the liquid. There was a loud gurgling sound and steam billowed up. He handed the mug of hot drink back to the elf and walked back to the Captain, pulling up a chair and sitting down. Releasing the energy into that drink had drained some of his fury away and he was a little more level-headed now. Christopher nodded. "Yeh. Oh, wow, these two are really going at it..." He suddenly stopped and glanced back at this figure, this woman. Something about her recognizing him... He rose to his feet and silently crept closer to her until he crouched in front of her, head tilted, eyes hard on her darkened face. "Why didn't you just come over and look for yourself?" He said quietly, but he thought he knew why. He settled cross-legged before her, fingers clasped. Some of the bottle concealed beneath his cloak clinked together and there was the sound of glass rubbing together softly.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 21:02:22 -0800

Eve listened to him walk over, knew he was crouching a mere foot or so in front of her. She almost cocked her head at the sound of the glass clinking together, wondering what kind of tales he held, what sights he'd seen. She met his gaze with a pair of vivid blue eyes. He could see her, but all she saw was a black void, the only thing she'd ever seen. "I prefer to listen before deciding if I actually want to watch a whole brawl, besides, crouching behind doors is a perfect remedy for a bruised forehead." She hedged, knowing it was a ridiculous answer the second it passed her lips. Besides, just sitting there, and as perceptive as he obviously was, he'd know she was fudging over the question. "And. . . to be perfectly honest. . . I wouldn't be able to watch it even if I wanted to." She lifted her chin slightly, her jaw firm, as if daring him to make some kind of sneering comment.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 21:14:47 -0800

Leofwin listened with little interest at the so called "captain's" talk of drink and women. He cared about neither of these things. Then again, he didn't care about anything really. The food he received was bread and the leg of some bird, probably a large goose. He ate it noticing that the bread was a bit stale. Oh well.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 21:51:38 -0800

Christopher's quirky smile slid back onto his face. "You're right. Crouching behind doors does give you headaches sometimes." He said quietly. When she stiffened he laughed a little and reached out to touch her jaw. "You don't need to see with such great hearing. But you can, if you'd like, see me," he said, and then picked up her hand and put it to his face. "I'm Christopher." His brazenness wasn't rudeness. He didn't mean anything by it. Honestly he was just friendly - and he knew what she was going through. He'd seen it so many times and felt a stir because he knew how strong she was. "Can you see me now?" He said quietly, still as a statue. He wanted her to get as clear an image of his face as she could without the interruption of movement.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 21:59:52 -0800

Gutarland made a face at the steaming drink. Proof? Hah! His name being Captain Louis Gutarland should be proof enough! He rolled his eyes in exasperation. "My ship," He told Brido and Laust loud enough for everyone to hear, "Is in the mountains, which are calling to me. So, if anyone would like to join my crew on my ship, which does exist, they would simply have to follow me to the mountains." He stood with his hands on his hips and addressed the two in a more subdued tone, "Did you get that elf and bird?" He scratched his beard. That probably wasn't a good idea considering the bird claimed to have the ability to fry his brain. "What do I call you by?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:07:02 -0800

Adam sighed and rubbed his face. Why did he want to go with this man? He didn't like him! He didn't trust or respect him! WHY did he want to go with him? Because...there was no other place to go. Town was the last place he'd gone and he had no idea where he was or what he was doing. At least this...Captain whatever had a general idea of his purpose, even if it was insane. He got up and went to his old seat, grabbing his coat. He slipped it on, and then walked over to Gutarland and glared at him. "Unless you can show me a ship, a crew and a sea, I won't believe you. But I will come along." He jabbed a skinny finger into the larger man's chest. "The only reason being I want to see you realize how mad you are. Is that clear?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:09:37 -0800

Eve's breath caught in her throat as he touched her face, then took her hand, pressing it to his own. If it wasn't for that she would have thought she'd heard wrong. Her slim fingers brushed over the strange features, slow and meticulous despite how eager she was. She felt the warmth of his skin, the curving of his cheekbones and jaw, the coarseness of his beard, the spring of the curls that had fallen in his eyes. Even as she felt a picture appeared in her mind, how accurate it was she didn't know, but at least it was something. "Smile," She said, not meaning to sound demanding, simply curious to know how his features would change with the simple movement of a grin. She was unaware that her eyes were glowing with wonder at the rare gift he had given her. "Oh, and I'm Eve."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:35:59 -0800

It pulled at his lips immediately, twisting up his mouth in a curling smile, the right side higher than the left. "How's that?" He said gently. "Eve is a lovely name, and it suits you." He watched her, feeling her slim finger slide over his face. He chuckled as they went through his scruffy beard, over his nose, across his eyes as he closed them. Slowly, a tear slid down one of his cheeks, but he just kept laughing softly, not noticing it. "You seem happier." He added when he opened his eyes again. He stared into her face. "Your eyes are... Very beautiful." He said so softly that he knew only she would be able to hear him. Now it was his turn. He reached out with one hand, very, very slowly, and gently touched her cheek.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:46:44 -0800

Eve smiled as she felt his face change under her fingers, "Ah yes, you've got a bit of rouge in you, plenty of mischief with a smile like that." She hesitated when her finger encountered the cool drop of a tear, "I like your laugh, but why do you cry?" "Thank you for letting me see you, I. . . don't usually get the chance to match faces to voices." She dropped her eyes momentarily, feeling a faint flush starting in her cheeks at the compliment, "Th. . . thank you," She stammered, once against feeling his fingers brush her cheek. She felt momentarily suspicious and wary, warring with confusion. She didn't know what to do, a compliment, a friendly voice, a gentle touch, it was so much to take in. So much kindness where she had been used to gruff voices, lofty attitudes, and the odd boot.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:44:29 -0800

"Intresting. A ship in the mountains," Birdo cawed. "Well, not the strangest thing I've heard of. I am Birdo, Master of Darkness and Occasional Dispair." Laust shook his head and put down the hot spirits he had taken from next to Adam. "I am Laust." They both stared at the captain.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:57:06 -0800

Apollo stiffened and turned to stare at Birdo as he spoke. This talking bird made him uneasy for some reason and he stalked closer to pace around Laust, eyes fixed on Birdo. He finally sat in front of the elf, eyeing the crow and slowly waving his tail. He wanted to keep an eye on the this 'Master of Darkness and Occasional Despair.' "Yes, rogue, mischief-maker. That's probably the nicest thing I've ever been told." Christopher said with a chuckle. The smile fell away as she asked and he blinked. "I don't know... I didn't realize I was crying." He reached up and wiped it away, looking at the silvery smear on his finger with some confusion, brow furrowed. But he quickly wiped the tear on his cloak, forgetting it, and looked back at her. "I don't know why anybody would not let such a lovely girl like yourself see them. Such gentle hands on the face are very nice after the rough handling I've been having." He said and smiled again. His mind had already forgotten why he cried - it always did, just like with all his other emotions he didn't want. "You're confused." He said as he felt her skin flinch under his touch. "I'm sorry." He began to pull his fingers away, thinking maybe he'd gone too far. Behind them, a roan mare in the stable snorted and pawed a hoof with a BANG against her stall door. Immediately, Christopher heard the inn keeper yelling in frustration, "THAT HORSE! I should never have agreed to keep it, nothing but trouble!" "He's coming!" Chris hissed and helped Eve to her feet. "Come on." He pulled her into the darkness of the hay piles and settled her down by one, pulling off his cloak to cover her. "Stay here." He added and crept slowly back to watch, a shadow among shadows, eyes mere slits of emerald. The door opened and the man stumped in, happy in a way to get away from the commotion inside. This was too much for his quiet inn. But when he saw Baal on the floor, he froze, staring at the black stallion. Where had this come from!? Was this one of those newcomers' horse? He glanced at the mare, who snorted and tossed her head, red mane whirling. He had to go around the huge black horse to get to her and shut her up. Slowly, he began to inch around the wall, and then stopped and looked around uneasily. Was someone watching him? The BANG of another hoof striking the stall door broke through his distraction and he continued his sneaking progress towards the mare, grumbling.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:26:03 -0800

"It's okay," She answered, relaxing once again, "you didn't do anything wrong, I'm just a little up tight and it's an automatic reflex." She hadn't used to be that way, it had been borne out of necessity. "You sound like you've had plenty of your own troubles to deal with, so I'm sure you understand." Whatever he would have said next was not to be discovered, for one of the horses started making a ruckus. Her feet were light and sure as he led her over to one of the hay piles. She crouched down, motionless and silent. She felt the weight of Chris's cloak settle on her, then listened as he crept away. The innkeeper was nervous, that was plain as day by the way his footsteps faltered from heavy, angry footsteps, to lighter, almost unsure movements. Deciding he'd been away long enough Ina leapted gracefully down from the windowsill and slipped back toward the stable. His keen nose picked up the scent of the stranger, as well as the strong scent of the innkeeper. Slipping through a loose board he glided noiselessly into a dark corner.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:36:57 -0800

Leofwin was surprisingly a little unsettled by the "captain's" behavior. He might have been drunk, but his speech was too sure for that. The man was probably mad as he had also guessed, but did he have to be so loud about it? How did a madman end up owning a ship, anyway? He truly didn't care about the answers to these questions, but they were something to think about while he ate.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:57:46 -0800

"I am Captain Louis Gutarland, but you can call me Captain," He proclaimed his identity proudly and with a gap-toothed grin. He sent a dark look to Adam as he poked his chest. "You shouldn't be so careless with your fingers, lad. Someone might want to cut it off." Gutarland growled and put a hand on his cutlass. "You can come along so long as you do what I say. That shouldn't be too hard, aye?" ....you blue tongued, long-legged- "Tally ho'! It's time to go! I be on the road to nowhere!" He sang heartily and marched out of the Inn laughing.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:02:17 -0800

"So, cat-man, you're coming with?" Laust chuckled as he and Birdo followed after Captain Gutarland.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:11:14 -0800

Leofwin was curious about this man. He didn't know what the road to nowhere was nor did he care. However, he didn't have anything to do, so he might as well follow the man, albeit secretly, if for no other reason than to find out if he was really mad or just faking it.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:19:49 -0800

Adam twitched. "You wouldn't dare." He said darkly and a sizzle of energy crackled up his arm again to singe the captain's shirt slightly, but then he pulled away. "Fine." He added. "I'll listen..." you grizzled, empty-headed, rot-mouthed, fat, greasy... "Yes, I'm coming." He added to Laust with annoyance. "Just give me a moment." He headed up the stairs, where he quickly gathered his things. There was a loud THUNK and an "OW!" before silence fell. Soon, he descended the stairs again, holding his head a little and swaying. He had been clocked on the head by a book when it flew by and into the unnervingly small pack on his back. He was in his long travelling coat with the bunches of pockets, the thick scarf and hat again. "If anyone would like to join us on this..." He glanced in the direction of the Captain. "Expedition, you are welcome. I might need the sanity..." he growled to himself and stumped after Gutarland, Birdo and Laust, Apollo at his side. The tiger still watched the crow with a deep suspicion. "Oh quiet down ye old nag!" The inn keeper snorted as he finally made his way to the stall. He waved his arms at the beast, who just snorted and reared, banging the walls more at the flailing attempts of the man. Finally, though, she stopped, though her head was still strained as far upward as she could manage. "Good." The innkeep snorted, though he was pale and sweaty with fear. Horses made him nervous. "Now, you stay quiet, ye hear? Why I ever agreed on buying ye from that good-for-nothing hostler..." He shook his head. "I dunno. Sometimes I wish you would just go away. Too much trouble, that's what ye are." He tossed her some old hay, coming within inches of Christopher, who shrank back. Finally, the man crept back to the Inn, past Baal, and vanished inside. "He's gone..." Christopher mumbled, and then glanced at the mare thoughtfully. "Go away... Is that so?" Just then he heard the commotion inside and Adam's proposal of accompaniment. "Eve..." He looked at her. "Eve... I..." He walked over and crouched in front of her. "I need to leave. It's for business I suppose. There's a party leaving now and if I don't go..." He paused. "Well, it wouldn't be good if I continued alone. But if there's a party... Look, I..." He stuttered to a stop and stared into her face. "Would you like to come along?" He suddenly asked, furrowing his brow. He paused, and then smiled again. "Please?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:23:32 -0800

"Good. Every crew needs it's fool," Birdo cawed to the man. Laust laughed, not even looking back. "Hey, cat-man, what's your name?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:36:42 -0800

Come along? He had actually asked her if she would accompany him! This day was just getting more and more unusual. She barely took more than a few seconds to think about it. Stay here in this calm, contented place where she knew she didn't fit, let alone belong, or follow the senses that had been tugging her. And here was someone who actually wanted her company, he wasn't offering out of politeness either, not the way he stammered and then spoke with the smile showing through. "Well," She pursed her lips thoughtfully, "Let me see if I can remember anything on my schedule. . . . I was going to take a nap, but I suppose I got a good enough one earlier. . . .then Ina and I were going to wander about town to see if anyone would talk to us. . . . maybe annoy some pigeons. . . . .but," Her eyes sparkled at him as she grinned, "I suppose I can make room for a jaunt across the mountains with you." She stood, brushing hay off his cloak before handing it back, "I don't know what this town will do without me, but they'll have to manage." A tiny flame of excitement warmed her as she walked back to the corner and retrieved her pack. She walked back to where he was, reached out a slim hand to touch his elbow, and smiled again, "Thanks for coming into the stable first." It was a simple phrase, but full of meaning, for if he hadn't they probably wouldn't have met and she would have left town by herself.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:40:20 -0800

Leofwin returned the key for his room to the inn keeper's desk. He wouldn't need the money. He could always make more out of magic. He turned in his seat and watched the "captain" carefully, debating whether he should join or secretly follow. He didn't care either way, but the choice had to be made. He eventually decided to wait a little longer before joining, but he had decided that he would join. He would learn more about this "captain" that way.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:59:24 -0800

Adam grimaced at the elf as he pushed out into the cold night air. "I wasn't aware the position was open." He said bitingly to the bird. "I thought your master took care of that." He strode up until he stood beside the captain and folded his arms, eyeing the man from the gap between hat brim and scarf edge. "So tell me, Captain, where is the first place we're headed? Or, is that out of turn?" He added snidely. He wasn't sure where this nasty side was coming out - he was generally a good-natured person, but this man... He just brought out the worst in him. He suddenly remembered back in the Inn, meeting Eden, and sighed. Oh well, he was hopeless with women anyway, and that specter - Watcher? - had been more than a little unnerving. Apollo considered Birdo for a moment, before nudging closer to Laust's legs, head back, eyes fixed on Birdo. He let out a low rumble of curiosity and perked his ears up in a friendly way. He wanted the bird to come down - if nothing else so that he could keep an eye on him. His whiskers twitched out to the sides, displaying a signal of no threat - for now. Christopher laughed when she teased him with a schedule. "I'm sure this place won't be the same without you here." He said, and then took his cloak and put it around her shoulders. "Keep it. I'm a northerner - I'm used to this weather." He smiled as she touched his elbow and felt a glow flush his cheeks. It was certainly unusual - most people found him too roguish or troublesome to approach. "And thank you for being here." He said. "But before we go, I believe that we need a ride. We'll never make it through the mountains just on foot if we want to keep up with these people. Come on." He lead her around Baal, glancing at the stallion in passing, and then stopped before the roan mare. She eyed him, warning of retribution if he toyed around with her. "Wait a moment." He said to Eve. He had a feeling that it would be the last time he set her aside because she was obviously capable - but still. He approached the mare and hooked a halter and lead off a peg with a finger, eyes watching the horse's ears, feet, chest, nose, anything but the eyes. He didn't want to scare her. "Easy..." he murmured as he approached and slid into the stall with all the grace of a dancer. The bottles on his bandoleer swung but didn't clink thankfully. The mare squeaked and snorted, but stood her ground. "Good girl..." He said softly and reached behind her. Her eyes followed his arms, until the lead rope snagged around her neck. She stiffened and snorted. One dainty but sharp hoof slammed into the dirt floor inches from his booted foot. He didn't look away from her twitching ear. It wasn't flat - that was something. "Good..." He murmured and shushed her as his hands worked their way over the tense neck, through the thick red mane and over her speckled back, smoothing away any ruffles or dirt from her fur. Her head slowly lowered and she considered him with a slightly more relaxed glance. And then the halter was on. The fastenings were barely in place when she reared with a screech and kicked out at the front door, rattling the posts. Christopher heaved back and grabbed at the bottom strap of her halter. "Down." He said in an even tone, while he was tossed side to side. "Doooown," he growled and she settled onto all four feet, twitching and hopping nervously. She snorted and whipped her tail, glaring at him with fiery eyes. He gave her a look straight back and she stopped, surprised. There was a snort. "No." Another louder snort. "No! I won't take it off!" A pause. She finally huffed and lowered her head, obviously annoyed. He lead her out of the stall, her feet dragging, her head by her knees and the look of a sullen child on the long face.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:10:26 -0800

"And I was unaware I had a master," Birdo cawed, taking flight. He placed a magic marker above the mans head. The large blue circle floated in the air, glowing slightly. Laust reached a hand down to pet the tiger and smiled. "What is your name?" he asked, using the beast tounge.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:31:41 -0800

Adam looked up at the bird dryly. "Nice try." He said. "You see bird..." He waved away the marker from his head and it popped out of existence. "There are so many conflicting magics in me that you..." He shot a sparkler at the bird, singing his tail feathers. "Have no hold. Then again," he added to himself as something in his neck gave a sharp twinge and he smacked at it, producing more sparks. "Neither do I..." Apollo recoiled in shock and stared at Laust with huge gold eyes. His tail flicked and he huffed, fur ruffled along his shoulers. Apollo, he returned with a short temper.My companion is Adam, addressing your previously spoken question. Might I inquire as to how you understand the bestial tongue so well and speak it so fluently?

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:45:18 -0800

Leofwin decided he had waited long enough. The "captain" was alone for the moment. He walked up to him. "Excuse me, I would like to join your crew. Even if you say no, I will be following you. It would be easier to let me join."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:45:04 -0800

"Part of my heritage," Laust answered. "Vaecaesini like myself are able to speak all languages of the animals." He smiled at Apollo, noting he golden eyes. Birdo glared at Adam as he flew. "How would you take a magic missile to the face, then, oh great Mage?" he asked, fluffing his tail feathers to cover the burns.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

the flipr kid — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:39:18 -0800

((Um crap. I sorta forgot I was actually involved in this thread...can I prettyplease have an update? I'll stop asking now I promise...))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:19:32 -0800

"You've certainly got a way with animals." Eve commented, listening to the brief scuffle as she readjusted the cloak around her shoulders, "I don't suppose you're going to let the innkeeper know your 'borrowing' his fine mount?" Of course, the innkeeper hadn't been all that pleased with the animal in the first place, but, no doubt he'd paid good money for her. She felt a soft movement at her feet, "Ah Ina, there you are, I was beginning to wonder where you'd gotten to." Ina gave a soft bark, fixing his eyes on the stranger with a keen, studying look. Eve moved back as Christopher led the horse out into the aisle, she took the opportunity to slip back in beside Baal. Running a hand along his neck she leaned forward, wrapped her arms around the solid bulk, and squeezed gently, "Nice meeting you boy, give that owner of yours a good talking to when you see him, tell him you deserve better."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:48:07 -0800

"Oi, you, Sparky," Gutarland frowned at Adam. "Leave my crew alone, aye? Else ye be sleeping with the fishes." He led them out of town and onto a forest trail. All the trees were bare and there weren't many other living plants to look at. He raised his eyebrows at Leofwin when he spoke to him. "Join? Well, of course! Welcome to the Great Beyond. That's the name of my ship, y'know." He gave him a friendly slap on the back. "Call me Captain. Who're you?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:04:34 -0800

"My name is Leofwin. I come from a distant land. I don't remember much, but I really don't care about it at all. I don't know how I got here, which seems to be the case for a lot of people. Even if I did know, I really wouldn't care. So, tell me truthfully, do you think we're going to die on this quest? It really doesn't matter, we'd all die anyway."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:28:01 -0800

Apollo considered the elf, then flicked his tail and caught up with Adam, unnerved. Adam, meanwhile, sputtered at Captain. "Sparky!? SPARKY!?" He was near the end of his rope and when Birdo's comment got through to him, he turned on the bird and let fly. "Don't even try it, you tar-dipped, pea-brained, poor excuse of a chicken!" he yelled and his normally pallid, thin face was red with anger. He was tired, his stomach was in knots from the damn food, these PEOPLE kept pestering him and that drink from earlier was still messing with his head. Apollo, seeing his companion in distress, padded over and wrapped around him, a deep purr in his chest rising to comfort him. He was still a boy, after all, and he had been pushed from the slightly relaxed life he'd had in London to this mess. Adam put a hand to his head. "I'm fine." He muttered to Apollo, who stared at him worriedly. Eventually, when the others had pulled ahead, he sighed. "What have I gotten myself into, Apollo?" He said, hugging the big cat around the neck. Apollo rubbed cheeks with Adam, nudging the top hat into the dust. The boy smiled and stood up, picking up the hat again. "Right. Let's go." He said and turned to catch up with the others. Christopher smiled. "You learn as you go." He said and rubbed the mare's ears. "And I don't think the Innkeeper will miss her, honestly." She sighed in a 'don't push it' way. After letting her say good bye to Baal, Christopher took Eve's hand. "Come on, it'll be faster on the horse." He said, and then looked down at Ina. "That is, if your companion doesn't mind." He added quickly.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:30:58 -0800

Birdo laughed and settled back down on Laust's shoulder. "You think you can tell me what to do?" he cawed. Laust shrugged with one shoulder and pulled free his flask of dwarf spirits, tossing back a shot. "Hey, boy, want a drink?" he asked, holding out the flask to Adam.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:34:53 -0800

Ina flattened his ears slightly, puffed out his tail, then spun on his heels and slipped out the doorway. Eve almost laughed. "He's a bit miffed, he doesn't take to strangers very quickly. Neither do I, as a general rule. But he'll be fine, trail along behind easily enough and most likely join up with us when we stop to camp. Don't be surprised if he ignores you completely though, but even that's better than his ankle fetish."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:19:39 -0800

Adam glanced sidelong at Laust and for a moment, he was tempted to snap at him. Instead, he just sighed and shook his head. "No. No thank you. The last drink I had isn't quite, erm..." He paused. "Agreeing with me." His hand rested constantly on Apollo's broad head, just between his rounded ears, and he took comfort in the soft fur. Christopher sighed. "Well, I hope to earn his tolerance if not his trust in the end." He said as he picked up his pack. He led horse and Eve outside, and then helped the girl up onto the mare's back, looping the lead rope around the horse's neck and fastening the other end to the base of the halter. He walked to a bucket and hopped up onto the mare's back. "Hope you don't mind, but I want to catch up with that group and keep tabs." Chris said, adjusting his pack. "Let's go!" He nudged the horse and she headed out of the back alley, past the Inn's front door and after the group ahead. Soon they had followed Captain Gutarland and his 'crew' into the forest, still a ways back so they wouldn't be noticed yet. Christopher shook his head slightly and blinked as the cold bit at his senses, trying to lull him into sleep, coax him off the horse and into the snow banks to sleep. "Hold these." He whispered to Eve, handing her the reins. "Just keep them steady." He tugged at the bottles on the straps across his chest and waist and held them up, examining their contents. Finally, he came across a small one that he uncorked and waved under his nose. The pungent herbs stung his nose and made his eyes pop open, chasing away any lingering drowsiness from the cold. Tucking the vial away quickly, he shuddered, shaking off any lingering numbness, and took up the reins again, his fingers aching slightly as the cold muscles were forced to move. "How are you doing?" He asked quietly.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:24:59 -0800

"That's actually quite... sad," Laust said. "Elven spirits are the weakest in existence. Most of my race don't have a tolerance for alcohol." He replaced the flask and lapsed into silence.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Ninja-chan — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:04:11 -0800

[quote=Beebee2121]Caspar gulped and nervously looked back at Catcher. Least he was restrained, for now. "Apparently, we've overstayed our welcome." He turned on his heel and started walking away from the Inn. There was some more shouting and shuffling coming from it. He wondered what kind of mess he could have gotten into staying there any longer. "You can blame me for that. I tend to attract all the crazy ones." And then a grin, "And the cute ones."[/quote] "Guess so." Seth hurried after Caspar, hoping they could evade Catcher for now. He wouldn't be surprised if the guy just shoved aside the girl, though, and he was suddenly very glad for the dagger in his boot. Not that he really had much of a clue how to use it, but it couldn't be that difficult. Caspar's joke broke the tension. "I thought I did too, but then I met you," he grinned. Any crazy people he'd ever attracted had never been to that point of crazy. "Are you saying you think I'm cute? Or are you talking about that guy?" he joked. "Because I'll be honest, I think you're cute either way."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:37:05 -0800

((( OOC: Is it too late to join - or do you have room for another two characters? )))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:49:51 -0800

Adam just sighed and shook his head. He pulled off his hat and flattened it like a concertina, slipping it into his pack. He reached up to tie back his hair with a satin ribbon, thinking as he walked. He would need to practice on his works while they went along, but how to do it without blowing up these other people? He smirked to himself. Not that that would necessarily be a bad thing... Apollo strolled beside Adam and occasionally looked up at him. He was worried as to how long Adam had gone without expending some of his magical energy. There would be a back-up soon and if they didn't 'unclog' it there would be trouble. Christopher laughed, one of his real laughs, full of ups and downs. He accepted the cloak from her and put it on, flipping the hood up. "I'm sure you would manage, being so resourceful and smart." He said, but he helped her put on her own cloak. "Still, it never hurts to have help." As he wrapped his arms around her to take the reins, he could feel that she was new to the experience. She had a stiffer posture and while obviously enjoying the ride would be extremely sore later. "Just relax." He said quietly. "Let your body sway with the movement of the horse. If you resist it, your muscles are tense and the horse's movements will eventually start hurting your muscles and bones. Sit back if you have to - just try to let yourself become one with the horse. The ride will be a lot more enjoyable that way. Also, if we need to move quickly suddenly you won't be jarred from your seat." He leaned forward slightly, his head over her shoulder, and his beard tickling at her ear a little. "They seem to be arguing." He said. "And that one boy... The one with the tiger, he seems to be having a bit of difficulty. He's fidgeting." He continued to eye the party ahead of them.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:04:49 -0800

Leofwin glanced behind him. He didn't know anything of that boy's magic, but he didn't feel safe around him. He murmured a few phrases in what most called the Ancient Language, putting wards around him. Not that he cared if he got hurt, but it would be an inconvenience.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:07:07 -0800

"Nope, that it doesn't," She agreed to his statement about having help. Even though she hadn't noticed Eve felt instantly more at ease when she made a conscious effort to relax the muscles she hadn't realized were tense. The gait of the horse was soothing and with Christopher behind her she felt really secure. "The tiger. . . oh yes, he's tall and gangly looking right?" She wasn't sure if she was even close, but it was a habit of hers, trying to figure out what type of voice fit what type of body structure. Made it more interesting for her at least, not that she often found out if she was right or not. "How many others are there?" She'd heard at least half a dozen different voices, but had lost count after starting the conversation with Christopher. Ina, silent as ever, slipped along in the shadows, just close enough to keep his eye on the riders.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:31:56 -0800

In the distance, an thundering growl followed by an earthshaking roar echoed off the mountains. The air stirred ominously, kicking up dead leaves and shaking the bare branches of the trees. The howl sounded again, much closer and louder than last time. Gutarland found himself looking up towards the sky. "Impossible," The word fell from his lips, just barely a whisper. -------------- Caspar had prepared something particularly naughty to say, but the words evaporated when he heard a distance howl. "Did you hear that?" He tipped his ear towards the noise. A second roar, followed closely by a third in the opposite direction.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:35:33 -0800

Leofwin looked up at the sound. There was something he hadn't seen in a long time. "Dragons." he said. "Yes, we're going to die on this venture." He drew his sword and started rapidly chanting spells. This would not be easy.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:40:21 -0800

Laust looked to the sky. "A dragon? Is that all?" he asked, pulling free and stringing his longbow. This was already quite the adventure. Birdo squaked and rose into the air, going through all the spells he felt would be useful against one of the lords of the sky.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:16:00 -0800

Adam froze as he heard the sound and stared into the distance. Beside him, Apollo bristled and lifted his head, head slowly swinging back and forth with unease. "Dragons!?" Adam said in shock. "Real, live dragons!?" The only dragons in his world had been mechanical dragons, with engineers! He stumbled as the ground shook with the steps and he looked over at Leofwin as he chanted. He could feel the power flowing off of the man, different from his own, but still magic. He felt a deep stir in his chest and knew his own power was reacting to Leofwin's. He blinked hard and put a hand to his head, swaying. His head filled with the buzz of a thousand insects and the crackle of lightning as it bit through trees. He reached out and clutched at Apollo's fur, swallowing desperately. His mouth and throat were dry as a desert. The roan mare had been a bit nervous for a while, sensing some type of presence up ahead, and now as the roars sounded she shrieked and pranced. Christopher grunted and scrambled at the reins as the horse skittered back, back legs kicking up. "Easy!" He growled, but there was no calming the beast. She tossed her head and her eyes rolled in terror. Chris snarled with effort, and then for a moment let go of the reins. He grabbed Eve around the waist and heaved her off the mare's back. Feeling less weight on its back, the horse spun, kicking, and Chris yanked at the reins desperately, glancing nervously at the trees ahead and the slight slope downhill to his left. With a squeal, the horse lost her footing on the edge of the path and rolled into the trees, Chris yelling out as they vanished among the gray trunks. They scrambled down and Chris fell off the horse's back as they slammed into a tree. The beast slid away into the darkness, shrieking, and then there was the sound of hooves catching on grit and snow, then retreating hoofbeats back towards Town. Chris lay by the tree, holding his head, eyes shut tightly, trying to catch his breath.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:16:42 -0800

"DRAGON!" Gutarland bellowed. "Foul beast of the sky! Show yourself, you coward!" He pulled out his pistol, cocked it and aimed above the trees. The dragon soared just above them. Its wingspan cast large shadows the size of a ship over the people down below. It craned its long neck to lock onto them with a lizard eye. It roared again, exposing its many rows of teeth and started to descend upon them. A fire was building in its belly, ready to spew out at a moments notice.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:24:09 -0800

Leofwin had to act now. He had placed wards over himself and the group, hopefully protecting them form the beast's fire. Now, to attack. He raised his hand and pointed the palm at the beast. "Kvekva!" (lightning) A bolt of electricity surged from his hand and shot toward the beast. It wouldn't do a large amount of damage, but hopefully it would keep the beast at bay, at least for now.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:29:18 -0800

"Birdo!" Laust shouted, mocking and drawing the instant he could see the dragon. The raven flew past and cawed, making the arrow glow purple as the elf released and let it fly. His aim was true, and the arrow hit the beast in it's belly, punchig through the armored scales due to the magic from Birdo.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:32:46 -0800

The breath was knocked out of Eve as she hit the ground. Slightly dazed she sat up, gasping for air as she listened to the sickening sound of the horse plummeting down some sort of drop. Ina was by her side in an instant, licking her face and whimpering. "Shh Ina, I'm still moving, come now, where did they go." Standing she moved forward, slowly but steadily, fingers extended until she brushed the cool trunk of a tree. Toeing the ground her foot found nothing more than air. A rumble filled the air, the deafening sound of some large beast flying above them. She heard several shouts of dragon, but knew the only person she'd be any help to at the moment was Christopher. "Are you down there?" She yelled, not knowing if he'd had time to bail off the horse before they went over. She grasped the tree tighter as she felt an electric current ripple through the atmosphere.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:45:14 -0800

Gutarland shot his gun along with the other projectiles. The bullet pierced a small hole in the dragon's leathery wing. It wasn't as effective as the lightening bolt, which struck its belly along with the arrow. It groaned in pain and its flight path faltered slightly, but then it was back. The beast exhaled a flood of fire down on the group.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:46:22 -0800

Adam balled the energy from his core between his hands and began to rotate it, eyes on the dragon, unsure if this would work. He slowly fed more and more, and then- "Kvekva!" The electrical current sent a wave through the air and Adam let out a yell of pain as his energy reacted. He fell to the ground as light spilled from his hands, gasping as he tried to hold it in, but with a roar ten times louder than the dragon's, sparks cascaded down his arms and the ball of energy ballooned out, a massive supernova of light. A gale tore through the air after it and with a huge rushing, bellowing sound the surroundings changed. Dry cold air grew heavy with water vapor and towering trees hung over them, their deep canopy blocking out all but the thinnest of light strands, spearing down to dapple their faces and bodies. Screams and whoops echoed through the dark foliage and strange birds flew overhead in whirls of color, bright and dazzling. Apollo stood over Adam, his fur on end, his eyes wide and wild, teeth bared. The boy lay stretched out, unconscious, one ear bleeding and his hands red and burnt-looking. "I'm...Here!" Chris said, his voice hoarse, but he slowly straightened up and made his way up the bank his left leg blazing with pain. "Don't come down!" He yelled, louder now. "Stay there!" He pushed past trees and caught sight of Eve just as the light exploded out. He scrambled forward and snatched, grabbing at her fingers as the light engulfed them and a jungle appeared around them. He was up in a tree, bent double over a thick limb and staring down at the ground fifty feet below, where Eve was. "Damn..." ((OOC: Yay for drama. :D Hope nobody minds how it went.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:53:13 -0800

The bark underneath her hands suddenly shifted from smooth to rough and papery feeling. The briefest tug on her fingers signaled where Chris was, and then he wasn't there anymore. The ground underneath her felt a bit spongy, the air tasted hot, heavy . . . . and. . . green? Oh well, first things first. . . "I didn't know you could fly." She cocked her head toward the top of the tree and the faint grumbling coming from way above her. "You'll have to teach me that trick." She walked around the base of the tree, running her fingers across the tops of big, leafy ferns, "I have the oddest feeling we aren't where we were a second ago. What does it look like up there?" He might as well give some useful information while he was stuck up there.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:06:21 -0800

Gutarland had been staring up at the fire-breathing dragon when he was transported in a whirl of light and chaos to somewhere else. Face-down on a pile of leaves and dirt. Gutarland recovered quickly and brushed himself off. "What in blazes-?!" He looked around, aghast at the sudden change in environment. Sweat collected on his brow from the heat and a wide variety of color and sounds assaulted his senses. His gaze landed on Adam, sleeping calmly in the foilage. He was ready to shout something when it clicked that the boy was actually knocked unconscious. Gutarland stuck his gun back in its holster and rolled his eyes at the shocked tiger. "Calm down, kitty-cat," He approached them slowly, "Now, I'm just gonna wake 'im up..." He prodded Adam's leg with his boot.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:06:43 -0800

Laust covered his face as the cat-man exploded, then looked again when the light had faded from the edges of his vision. He was no longer in Town. Instead, he was in the middle of some really large jungle. Odd. He'd heard of teleportation magic, but last he checked, those spells tended to require an entire circle of mages. Birdo just laid on the ground, stunned.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:19:21 -0800

Apollo eyed the man darkly, and then stepped away and crouched to nuzzle Adam's face, letting out low moaning growls. Adam made no response, so Apollo nudged him over onto his back so his face wasn't in the mulch. A large scorch mark was seared on the front of his coat and his chest twitched with life as he breathed shallowly. Chris rolled his eyes as he heard Eve. "No, I can't fly." He said darkly, and then adjusted so that he sat on the branch instead of being draped over it like old laundry. He looked around, sniffing. The sudden heat confused his body and a trickle of sweat slid down his nose, a drop dangling from the very tip. "All I see are trees. We're in some jungle... He glanced towards where the travelling party was but saw nothing but thick, damp foliage. "I'm coming down!" He called and began to make his way uneasily down through the branches until he found himself still about twenty five feet above the ground with no more branches. He looked around, cursing under his breath, and then blinked and looked at the branch he was on. He bounced on it couple times and the supple wood bent easily without groans or creaks. Slowly, he began to make his way out to the end, adjusting so that he was moving backwards. Down it came and he clung to the tip about eight feet above the ground. "Damn it all." He said and squeezed his eyes shut, letting go. He landed with a loud THUD and all the air was knocked out of him - again. He rolled onto his back, wheezing, and then sat up. He couldn't get his breath in this oppressive, humid air. He was a northerner! He wasn't built for weather like this!

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:22:26 -0800

Leofwin looked around at his new surroundings. The boy had tried magic, but the result was completely different than his own. Odd. The boy's energy must be different than his own. Speaking of the boy, he was lying on the ground unconscious. Leofwin rushed over to him. If that spell had cost so much energy as to transport them all, he didn't have much time. Leofwin sheathed his sword and examined the boy. He seemed unhurt, but then, they always did. He reached his hand over the boy. "Stay back. All of you." He gathered his energy. "Waise heill." (be healed) Light engulfed his palm and went over the boy, healing any injuries he had.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:36:51 -0800

Eve heard Christopher hit the ground, but, guessing he wasn't in the best of moods, she decided to give him a little space to compose himself. Besides, she was intrigued by this new place, hot as it was. Having shed her cloak she had moved a few yards deeper into the trees, listening at the birds singing above her. She picked up a faint scent of water that might come in handy. The birdsong abruptly dissolved into an uneasy silence and Eve froze, straining to hear what might have caused such a reaction. It could be her, could be Christopher, could be the group. . . . or it could be something else.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:49:55 -0800

((( OOC: Could be my characters..... I'm in another time-zone, but I'll try to keep up ))) Akir tugged at the mule's rope, swearing inwardly at the beast's stubborness. It should have become used to him by now – and that was most likely part of the problem. ”Hey, wait up!” he shouted to the prince, stiding ahead without any trouble with his brown gelding. At least he had the sense of not trying to ride through this. The vegetation had gotten steadily worse, until even the semblance of a path had disapperaed. He surely did not look the Empress' son now, in brown breeches and grey shirt, even boots. These lands was even hotter than what they were used to, but the prince had quickly reallzed that kilt wasn't a suitable garnment when trying to climb across fallen logs and lianas. Still, it felt strange to see Mateo without it. And without makeup and jewels. He had no weapon on him, but since the kebek hung at its chain at his belt, he didn't need any. Mateo looked back, and could not help laughing at the sight. ”He's just as stubborn as you are,” he said. ”Pat him on the back and it'll go much better.” Akir's face said that had hit very close to home, and that he didn't like it one bit. That animal had been a curse from the day Mateo bought it as they came ashore in this land. Akir never said it, but he would probably had preferred to carry the supplies himself rather than having to contend with the mule. They were a perfect fit, though. Akir still wore his dark grey breeches and – as stubbornly – the almost worn-out sandals he refused to give up for a pair of better shoes of boots. The last inn was a week gone and none of them were clean. ”Come on Akir, it sounds like there's people up ahead.” ”What about that boming and light?” Akir muttered. ”You sure it's a good idea?” ”We need company to get out of this accursed jungle”, Mateo replied. ”And if they're injured from that explosion, a healer might be welcome, don't you think?” He pulled out his knife, hacking a lian away from his path, letting Akir fend with the mule as he could. Sure enough, there were people in a small clearing - a decidedly odd collection of them. Akir sighed, finally got the stupid beast moving, and followed.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:25:43 -0800

Adam coughed and his eyes opened slowly. He rolled away from Leofwin, gagging and wheezing, a hand to the scorch mark on the front of his coat. He clawed at it and soon had it off and on the ground beside him as he lay propped on his elbows, breathing hard. Finally, he felt a nudging on the side of his face and looked up to see Apollo holding his glasses for him. He smiled and took them, swallowing hard and trying to get some moisture back in his mouth as he sat up. When the birds fell still he looked up and stared at the trees, feeling the humidity pressing on his face. He pulled off his coats and vest, leaving him his white shirt, and got unsteadily to his feet, leaning on Apollo a little. "Where are we?" He muttered, half to himself. Christopher got to his feet, shaking his head, and immediately began pulling off his top layers. Cloak, gone, bandoleers of bottles on the ground, then another tunic and an undershirt, leaving him bare chested. He stretched. "Oh thank the Gods..." He grunted. "I was about to suffocate." He put his belts back on, taking comfort from the pouches and bottles that hung there. None were broken thankfully. He gathered his clothes up into his cloak, knotted it and slung it over his shoulder with his pack, before going over to Eve. He looked up into the trees, and then around, uneasy of the silence. "What do you think?" He asked softly.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:42:47 -0800

"That's a good question, mage," Laust said to Adam. "Another is how you managed a teleportation spell by yourself with out killing youself." He tried to tap his foot, but it didn't really work with all the vegitation. Birdo was still unconcious.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Smartiez101 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:53:38 -0800

Dariah shoved past some branches and tripped over a tree root. Instead of stopping and potentially having to listen to Yaj's nonstop complaints, she pushed on quickly. Just as Dariah pushed past some more branches, she almost ran into a man. He was looking up at the trees overhead, with a tunic, cloak, and undershirt lying by his feet. A woman stood next to him, and Dariah immediately felt like she was intruding. "I'm sorry," Dariah mumbled. She moved around the man and, away from them a bit, sat down against a tree. She would have to wait for Yaj at some point, and now was as good as any. Yaj ran straight ahead, brown hair flying behind him, when he rammed into a man, knocking them both to the ground. Dariah sat across the clearing, wide eyed and obviously trying not to laugh. He shot her a glare, and got to his feet. "Forgive me sir," Yaj dipped his head to the other man who was lying on the ground. "I swear that it was a complete accident."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:03:54 -0800

"People," Eve answered decisively, "They're making too much noise to be any kind of animal, unless of course it's a stampede of animals, but I doubt it." Seconds later she heard someone rustling through the ferns, coming to an abrupt halt before running into them, the stammering apology of a woman, and then, right after that, someone else came crashing through the brush and rammed right into Christopher. She felt a grin spreading across her face, trying to bite it back in the case that someone might have gotten hurt, "Gee, this day isn't going the best for you," She finally managed without breaking out into giggles, "Are you still all in one piece?" Moving carefully so she didn't step on anyone she walked over to where the first person had settled down, "You from around here?" She asked curiously, knowing they probably weren't by the way they'd been crashing through the underbrush, "Run into any dragons?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:30:19 -0800

Adam's eyes popped from behind his glasses. "Me!?" He said hoarsely, and then rubbed his face. "Oh God not again..." Apollo licked his hand reassuringly as the boy slumped slightly. "I thought I had it under control..." He said dully, and then straightened. "But I did... And then..." He glanced over at Leofwin. "You. Your electrical current agitated it!" He turned away, rubbing his chin. "Now how do we get back... Or maybe we should stay here." He ran his fingers through his now frizzy hair. Chris was about to reply when a woman came running in. Seeing her expression he was about to say something, turning pink himself when- "OOF!" He lay sprawled on the leaf litter, the wind knocked out of him - AGAIN. Slowly, he sat up, aching all over, and sighed. "Yes, it's a rather trying day for me..." He muttered and got up. "Go ahead, laugh." He said, smirking. "It's funny." Then he looked at the newcomers, picking up his things and dusting them off. "It's fine." He told the man - boy? He was a bit short - as he bundled up his things again and stuffed them into his pack. "Really, it's fine, I've had worse encounters." He went over to Eve and set a hand on her shoulder. "My name is Christopher and this is Eve." He added to her comments. "Are there any others with you?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:20:30 -0800

Mateo cleared the last trees, stepped aside for some big ferns, and looked around. A light-skinned, black-haired woman was barging into the clearing, almost colliding with a bare-chested man who did not seem to have been bare-chested until very recently. She avoided him, though, which you couldn't say about the next one. A small man came hurtling in and quite effectively knocked the bare-chested one down. A nother woman with startlingly blue eyes looked like she was going to laugh, and Mateo couldn't blame her. He only hoped none of them had been hurt. It did not look that way, since the man was soon up again. Then the woman asked about .... dragons? In the jungle? Mateo flicked the reins and felt the horse respond, almost nuzzling his shoulder. "Good afternoon," he said, smiling and holding his hand up in greeting. Akir finally got the mule moving, even the animal seemed to realize that the path - such as it were - would be easier in the clearing. Mateo had approached the ones closest to them, but Akir felt less inclined to do so. He tied the mule's rope to a sturdy branch of ... something ... and turned to some people further away. They looked strange, one of them with decidedly pointed ears, another white with grey hair ... and one with brown hair lying down and having a tiger at his side. Akir shook his head, watching the group, hearing them talking about magic. He took a few steps in their direction, smiling.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Smartiez101 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:18:00 -0800

Dariah stuck out her hand in greeting, "No we're not from around here. We're kind of... lost I guess. I'm Dariah and he's-" she motioned towards Yaj "-is Yaj." She looked at the man before deciding that he probably didn't need any help. Then she brushed some hair to cover up her eye. "What's this about dragons?" Yaj yelped, jumping up. His ponytail swayed (swayed? sway? what's the past tense?) back and forth constantly. He most certainly did not want to run into any dragons. Dariah didn't respond to his fearful expression, so he turned to the others.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:38:38 -0800

((( don't we all need an edit button.... well, they are two, but only one coming their way.... )) "I'm Materieno" he said, clasping the ... boy? - no, a man - the man's hand. He jerked his thumb over his shoulder, "and the one over there next to the mule is Akir. Hard to tell them apart sometimes, though. Yaj, was it?" Mateo looked around, nodding to the others. "We're kind of lost. A cobbler in the last village sold me a map, but the paths in here must have changed." It was certainly as odd gathereing of people as he'd ever seen, but at least it looked like he wasn't alone in being stupid enough to try getting a horse through the jungle. Though, from the look of it, at least Christopher and Eve hadn't been here very long, the clothes said they had expected cold weather and it had been really hot the last weeks. He took off the waterflask in his belt and raised it. "Anyone thirsty?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:57:00 -0800

Eve had that uncomfortable sensation that made her suspect Dariah had extended her hand in greeting. She hated this part, she had a 50/50 chance of actually finding the woman's hand, and even less of a chance to make it seem smooth and natural. Thankfully she was lucky enough to find Dariah's hand without any trouble, a little slow and a tiny bit too far to the left, but if it was noticed at all it could be shrugged off on the fact that Eve got distracted by even more people coming through the trees. "We seemed to have caught the roving eye of a rather vicious dragon," Eve replied to Yaj, "Doesn't seem to have followed us here though, wherever here might be." Even though it would have been dangerous, the picture of a cranky, disoriented dragon was rather amusing. Eve listened to the others introducing themselves. She hadn't realized how thirsty she had become, but she didn't speak up when water was offered. She hadn't been in the habit of accepting things from complete strangers and she wasn't about to start now. Her new friendship with Christopher was an odd enough occurance as it was, it would be a strain to simply open up to everyone else.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:52:12 -0800

Leofwin looked at the boy. He seemed to be blaming him for the transportation. "It doesn't really matter. Death in the jungle or death by a dragon, it's death all the same. Your magic seems different than mine. I've never seen it before. Odd." He got up and walked a ways away. He saw a group of people in the side of the clearing. Odd.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:51:56 -0800

"No! I refuse to die in a jungle!" Gutarland put his foot down, not noticing the group of people at all. "We have to find a way back so I can get my ship back and-" The captain was cut off when a spear embedded itself in the ground by his feet. There was an angry cry in a language he didn't know and he looked up to see a small crowd of native charging towards them. Coming up from behind the group was a hissing lizard-like creature with very sharp claws. "Run!" Gutarland yelled and grabbed the person closest to him and ran.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:05:56 -0800

Laust almost fell over as Gutarland dragged him away, just managing to grab ahold of the still unconscious Birdo as they passed. The elf quickly regained his feet and sprinted behind the captain, but quickly overtook him. "What the hell!" Birdo squaked, finally coming round. Laust chucked him into the air and the raven took flight, wheeling once to see who was chasing them before he sprint-flew after Laust.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Mello Keehl — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:30:40 -0800

((So, I sort of disappeared from the thread, but now I'm back and completely lost... what's going on?))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:00:22 -0800

Adam yelped and Apollo let out a wild screech, before grabbing Adam's shirt sleeve in his mouth and yanking him after Gutarland. The boy had just enough time to snatch up his pack and raced after the Captain and Laust. Chris looked up as he heard shouts and screams. "Not something else." He groaned, looking back towards the other group. There was a loud HISS and a crunch of trodden leaves and he spun round to see a blunt-nosed head emerging from the thicket, maw open to reveal serrated teeth. The native on its back hefted a thick spear with talismans hanging from it, painted face contorted with ferocity. "DUCK!" Chris yelled and turned, shoving the others into the trees as the man let fly, along with three other spears that came hurtling out of the dark. Chris snatched at Eve's hand. "Stay close! RUN EVERYONE!" He reached out for someone else, felt a ponytail and tugged Yaj into the underbrush. At this point, the man would lose a lot more than hair if he didn't move.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

the flipr kid — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:13:42 -0800

Marin, who had been largely inactive up until this point due entirely to the fault of her writer, looked up at sound of the hissing; dismayed, but not much surprised. Of course the giant lizards ridden by natives (Of what? Unimportant.) would show up, and of course it would be now. (And the writer humbly begs forgiveness for not posting more and much much sooner.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:18:01 -0800

Gutarland yelped as a few more spears whizzed by his head. He kept a hand on his hat as he dodged branches and jumped over fallen trees. "Over there!" He pointed to a sort of cave hidden by a bunch of leaves and plants. The group of natives were gaining on them. The closer vantage point improved their aim as they threw spears and rope bolas to trip them up. The lizard let out a particularly menacing hiss and made a move to swipe at the group.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:27:51 -0800

"I don't even want to know do I," Eve managed to get out as they skimmed through the trees, over fallen logs and around what she assumed were clumps of boulders. She could hear the other group off to their left, crashing through the ferns just as loudly as they, yet even they were drowned out by the scaly grinding noise the lizards made. "STOP!" Eve dug her heels into the dirt and yanked Christopher back, throwing her other arm out to stop anyone else who was running along with them. Seconds later one of the lizards landed in front of them with a sickening thud, exactly where they would have been if they'd kept running. "I still don't want to know, right?" Eve asked, gasping for breath in the humid, sticky air.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:41:47 -0800

Laust sprinted into the cave, then spun and lifted his bow, nocking an arrow and firing, hitting a native in the chest. The man flew off the lizard, which reared up and turned to eat the body. Birdo just hid in the tree outside the cave. Coward, Laust thought, already nocking his third arrow, before the second one had even touched the lizard it was meant for.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:07:22 -0800

Leofwin ran into the cave a spear deflecting away from him as his wards protected him. He whirled around and held up his hand to cast a spell. The native chasing him lifted up his spear. "Jierda!" (break) The spell shaped the native's neck and he tumbled off the lizard which didn't seem to notice. Leofwin drew his sword and hacked the beast's head off as it passed by him. As another lizard-riding-native charged up at him he cast another spell. "Brisingr!" (fire) A ball of fire shot into the lizard's open mouth and it reared back and crushed its rider. Leofwin wondered who these people were. He didn't care.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:16:23 -0800

((I don't think you need to translate the phrases. Most people here have probably read at the very least Eragon. Just saying.)) Laust nodded as the boy supplemented his archery with magicka. "Keep that coming," he said, firing his tenth arrow. Another native fell, gargling on the arrow. The elf was actually quite suprised when the boy used a sword to cut through thick neck of the lizard. A spell sword then? He mocked and fired arrow number fifteen. Down went native number fifteen.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:26:03 -0800

Adam dove into the cave, Apollo at his heels, and then spun. "OUT OF THE WAY!" He yelled and took up position beside Laust. Sparks sizzled around the edges of his glasses and he fell to his knees and slammed a fist into the ground. A bolt of energy shot up through two natives and their lizard mounts, sending them flying off through the trees, charred and definitely dead. A spear flew through the air and Adam gasped as it his hit leg. He fell to the ground, clutching the thick, carved staff, and Apollo leapt over him, roaring. He stood over the downed man and roared, tail lashing, energy sizzling from his claws and into the ground. Loud POPs like machine gun fire filled the air as lines of small detonations ran across the paths of the lizards. Three screeched and fell over, effectively smashing their riders, and two others put their heads on the ground, howling as their ears were burst from the pressure pops so close by. "Right! Good timing, let's GO!" Chris said and pulled Eve and Yaj in another direction. "Cave!" He cried as he caught sight of another entrance not far from where the others were. "INSIDE!" He glanced over his shoulder as he heard the sounds of explosions and yelling. "Pray the Gods the others live..." He muttered. (Sorry for the crap stuff, but I have no clue what else to say)

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:46:16 -0800

Leofwin saw the boy go down. He ran toward him, though why he had no idea. He grabbed the shaft shoved a bit of cloth in the boy's mouth and pulled the spear out. It was slow work and obviously painful, but it had to be done. The sooner the boy could fight the better. As soon as the spear was out, he healed the boy's leg. Then ran back over to the spot he had been guarding. He cast wards around the cave, killing any natives that came close with his sword.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:45:41 -0800

Akir very quickly realized that there were no time to even try getting the mule with him - and ran after the others. Soon there was fighting all around him, and he decided that the only things he was going to worry about was the spears coming towards him. Time to worry about the other strange things later, and since that was what kept him alive at the moment he was not going to complain. Akir sprinted right into the cave, ducking behind the man with the tiger and catching him as a spear hit his leg. The tiger roared over them and Akir tried to somehow convey to him that he wasn't going to harm it's master, he just wanted to ease him. Then one of the others pulled the shaft out before the man in Akir's lap had any chance to react - and to Akir's utmost astonishment the wound in the leg closed. He found himself staring at it. Mateo ran with the others, the kebek in his hand and a feeling that the horse followed. Where the hell had Akir gone? Well, he' have to take care of himself for now. He jumped to the side as one creature suddenly appeared in his path, and not even stopping to think he felled it with a thrust of his staff, then ran on. The man called Christopher shouted something and Mateo got sight of a cave with several openings. One of them sizzeled with energy and he thought he saw Akir running headlong into it. Without words he followed the others into another opening, and immideately turned, face outward. For the moment they did not seem to be directly under attack, unlike the others, but that had to be only a matter of time. Silently he cursed that he had no ranged weapons.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:57:39 -0800

Gutarland was firing off rounds from his pistol to the natives as he neared the cave. When one native went down two more took its place. A few more came into view on lizards with make-shift armor made out of bark. They were getting closer to them. "Get back to the cave!" He shouted. "There's too many of them!"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Smartiez101 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:53:49 -0800

Dariah took up the end, sprinting almost gracefully through the underbrush. She couldn't see anyone else, but heard them shouting in the distance. She stumbled into a clearing and kept running, pushing on a burst of speed. They couldn't be far from here. They just couldn't! After a minute or so, Dariah burst face first into hard rock. She went down and then stood up quickly and dizzily made her way to the mouth of the cave. "Thanks," Yaj puffed, completely out of breath. He looked around the cave, spotting several other people he hadn't seen before. Who were they? Were they enemies? Nah, they couldn't be. Otherwise they'd have gotten to him by now. Yaj let his mind wander and realized that he had forgotten all about Dariah until she fell forwards in the mouth of the cave. Her cheek was covered in a mucky brown mud. "Where were you? There were these people and these dragons and things!" "I kind of got that much," Dariah grumbled as she lifted herself off the ground and brushed some black hair back into her eyes. It wasn't like her to show her red eye to strangers.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:19:01 -0800

Laust nodded greeting to more people, standing by the cave entrance and shooting any native or lizard foolish enough to get close to the cave. He kept the heavy wool cloak on, despite the heat. Inside the cave, Birdo looked at the girls red eye curiously. "Whatcha got there, missy?" he squaked, hopping up next to her and cocking his head.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Smartiez101 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:10:44 -0800

"You mean the eye? I'm a dark elf," Dariah shrugged, pushing some black hair back in front of the eye. "And please don't judge me because of my race. Trust me, I'm not a stereotypical dark elf. I mean, sure, I'm a crook, but that trait is pretty hard to avoid being me. It's not like I backstab people in their sleep. Nah, not my style." She jumped up, ran to the mouth of the cave, and swung a black-as-night club down onto a native's head. It took her a couple minutes before she started wearing herself out, and then she just wandered back inside the cave. "I prefer attacking head on." Yaj chuckled, "You don't do most of the dirty work anyways do you?" "I'm sorry that my reputation in the outer ring isn't exactly what it could be, so that I had to lie low." "'Isn't exactly what it could be'? Everyone was on high alert for years before they caught you. Murder, robbery, and all sorts of felonies we couldn't even have imagined being there!" Yaj laughed. "My family wouldn't let us out of the house for a second because they were afraid of you." "Shut up now Yaj, we don't want people kicking us out to the natives," Dariah glared at him before leaning against a wall. She hated the fact that he never let her history be forgotten by anyone. "Oh, right." Yaj just pulled his knees up and rested his head on it, lacing his fingers around his knees.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:24:30 -0800

((OOC: Sorry, sorry, have school, fell behind.)) Adam dimly felt a cloth shoved in his mouth and then a long tug and arms grabbing his shoulders. He let out a long yell, his teeth digging into the cloth, and then lashed out at Leofwin, eyes alight with the hatred of someone who will only be thankful much later. Curses soaked into the cloth and it turned black until he spat it out, growling, ignoring the fact that his leg had also been healed by the same man. He was in too much pain at the moment. "LET GO!" He yelled and spun around, coming nose-to-nose with Akir, eyes blazing gold. He yanked free and was about to lunge at Leofwin when Apollo grabbed his shirt collar, effectively holding him back as he clawed for Leofwin, snarling more like the tiger than a human in pain. A sliver of steel spun past Mateo and the Native clutched his throat as a dagger shot out and nicked his throat. He gurgled and fell half off his mount, which bolted, dragging him away. The dagger came back, the hilt held by a string, and Chris caught it before sending it out again, the blade seeming only to graze skin, but the natives fell and choked as poison seeped into them. "Dariah and Yaj, SHUT UP AND GET BACK!" He snapped. "We can't keep them back long enough, go into the cave! Eve, you'll be more use in the dark, find a path with Ina!" He knew she was sensitive enough to find it and right now he obviously couldn't help her. A lizard sprang forward, hissing, and the claws caught Chris on the arm but he ignored it and grabbed his dagger, stabbing it into the beast. It fell dead at his feet and its rider soon followed with a deft slice. Panting, Chris turned to the other natives, swaying, a mad glitter in his eyes. ((Yyyyeeep, I love me some temporary insanity.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:44:08 -0800

((Cat, keep in mind these lizards are horse sized. Also, Dariah and Yaj are already in the cave. :P)) Birdo nodded. "I met a drow quite like you once," he croaked. "Though, he wouldn't know me now if he saw me. I was a sword at that point." He started preening his wings, stretching out the feathers so that he could get all of them. "So, how did you come to escape the path of self-destruction that the drow are on?" he asked between feathers. Laust shot down three natives on lizard back just as they were about to leap on another man. "You!" he yelled, lobbing a small fireball with his shout to distract the natives. "Get your ass in here!"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:54:24 -0800

((Right. Alright then. I knew that.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:54:59 -0800

Clearly the boy was too crazed to properly digest the situation they were in. He must've fried his own brain when he transported every. Gutarland turned around to Adam and pulled his pistol on him. "Get back in there you bo-legged, crusty, salty, sinkin' eel!" He aimed his gun between Adam's eyebrows with a deadly serious expression. "Or I'll put you down myself!"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:05:57 -0800

Akir was almost thrown back as Adam suddenly jumped up, eyes blazing. For a moment he thought he'd hit him, but instead he spun around, clearly in too much pain to think clearly. The tiger obviously had kept a better head, yanking the fool back as he tried to attack his benefector from behind. Akir spun and went in front of Adam. "Hey, calm down will you!" He helped you ... and he's holding the attackers at bay. You want them to get at us?" Then he froze, as another man came up at them, putting a .... something ... at Adam's brow. Mateo started as a silver dagger shot out over his shoulder, and then grinned as it was pulled back again thanks to a string. "Clever", he shouted, right as one of the attackers came too close to use his spear as anything else than a fencing weapon. Mateo easily swatted it aside and felled the creature with a jab at the chest. He spared a glance at the others as Chris yelled at them to find a path through the mountain, then reached the kebek over Chris' shoulder and took a lizard in the face. It rolled over backwards. "You ok?" he said, phanting slightly.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:12:56 -0800

Laust looked back at the others. "Go, I've got this," he said calmly, turning back around to shoot down another three natives. Six more appeared to take their place, and the elf was running low on arrows. This might get a bit tight. He unstrung his bow, flipped it into it's strap on his back, and drew his twin sabers in the same amount of time it would have taken him to nock, draw, and fire another arrow. He slowly backed up to allow the natives come to him and get wedged in the cave.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:15:45 -0800

Adam shivered from head to toe and grabbed onto the pistol. "You wouldn't dare." He snarled, his whole body sizzling. The metal grew hot under his fingers as he began to bend it slowly back on Gutarland, but Apollo yanked him back before he could do anymore damage. Growling, fur on end, he dragged Adam back farther into the cave, tail lashing as he dug his claws into the hard soil. The boy was going insane and the stress on his body was taking its toll. "SHOOT ME!? SHOOT ME, I'LL KILL YOU FIRST!" Adam yelled back at Gutarland. Curses poured from his mouth and he flung them at Gutarland with all the venom he could muster. Chris glanced dimly at Mateo. "What?" He asked, swaying again, his arm drenched in blood. He suddenly turned away, mind switching off the conversation, and the dagger spun from his hands, catching a beast on the head and sending it reeling in agony, plowing another rider and mount into the trees. With a thud he landed on his knees, then got up again, panting. "Just....J-just get out of here." He mumbled, clutching at the bottles that were strapped over his chest. "Go help Eve..." He grabbed one bottle and uncorked it, his hands shaking furiously, the right one weak. The bottle was upended over his arm and he kept an eye on the natives as a thick green liquid poured out and steamed as it hit his wounds. Fibers of skin and muscle stretched over the gashes but it was still weak. The natives hung back, circling the cave entrance warily as they watched the group. The lizards were restless, shifting from scaly foot to scaly foot and tasting the air. One hissed at the cave but wouldn't come near the man with the smoking arm or the man with the white stick. That stick made it nervous and it thrashed its tail tensely.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:23:33 -0800

Gutarland was getting red in the face the more Adam yelled obscenities at him. He tossed his useless pistol on the ground and put a hand on his cutlass. "I'll show you, you little-" He stopped and reminded himself that the kid was going insane. The best course of action was to knock him unconscious, he decided. He took his cutlass out of its sheath and whacked Adam on the temple with the butt. Hopefully hard enough to knock him out.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:27:27 -0800

Akir stared at the man with the .... gun? ... and shrank back. Adam seemed out of his mind and Akir put himself between the gun-man and Adam. "Isn't those lizard-thingies making enough damage to us?" he said, looking at them both. Mateo stepped in front of Chris as the man dropped, eyeing the attackers. "If you can walk, then move back" he said, not taking his gaze from the front of the cave. "Otherwise crawl. I can help you if we just get away from them." The lizard-men were restless, but for some reason they weren't attacking now. "Let's back off, if there's an inner cave beyond a smaller crevice they won't be able to get at us."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Smartiez101 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:30:16 -0800

Dariah shrugged, "I've never really found myself in the company of other drow. I never got dragged into their lifestyles. Well, the robbery and murder, that was more temporary insanity. Sending Yaj after Aria was partial sport, partial jealousy." Blue fire crackled around her hands. "But why haven't I accidently stumbled upon their path? Mostly because I've been around humans my entire life. They die like bugs, let me tell you. It seems like I meet someone just for them to get old in a couple of years. It's very depressing, actually." She sighed and leaned against the back wall of the cave. If there was one thing she wanted right now, it was to fight. The natives on this planet were hostile just because they wanted to protect something. There could be no other reason as Dariah saw it. She's been to this planet many times before and the natives had seemed suspicious but not this hostile. What was up? Dariah started rubbing the saphire necklace she always wore, like she did when she was thinking hard.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:35:01 -0800

Leofwin decided not to wait for the natives to attack. He charged at them with inhuman speed and sliced through the head of a lizard, bringing his sword down on its rider's head. The next few minutes were filled with mass confusion. His wards protected him for the most part, although there were a few times when they failed him and almost got him killed. His sword was a blur of motion, swinging through everything in its path. The natives and their mounts eventually drew back into the foliage, but kept close, watching the group. Leofwin steadied his breathing and walked calmly back to the cave, cleaning his sword on the ground before he entered. Why were the natives so persistent? They would obviously return soon with far greater numbers. Were they protecting something? Leofwin didn't care.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:02:07 -0800

Adam grunted and hit the floor, out. Apollo roared at Gutarland, lashing out with a paw. The claws were sheathed, but he still caught Gutarland a heavy blow and knocked him to the ground. He then dragged Adam deeper into the cave, paused, and then began circling the others, growling deep, trying to push them back farther into the cave. He glanced back at the natives and stopped for a moment, fur on end, tail slowly swinging as he eyed them. They seemed to be talking among themselves now. Chris shook his head at Mateo. "Thank you... But no. Come on, they're distracted, let's go." He did take hold of Mateo's shoulder though, feeling a bit weak, as they made their way to the back. He slowly reached up to his chest and opened a pouch, pulling out three small balls of dried herbs with gun powder stuffed inside. He knotted it tightly again just as he heard a clatter of scaly claws and a hiss. Spinning, he threw. The balls hit the ground and exploded, thick green smoke billowing up into the faces of mounts and riders, sending them careering away, screaming in confusion. "Get ahead and warn the others to be quiet!" Chris hissed in Mateo's ear. "Otherwise the smoke it useless." He shoved the other man towards the group and crept back towards the smoke cloud, slipping a bottle into his hand, filled with a translucent gold liquid. He hefted it as he circled around, and then, crouching, made his way along the edge of the smoke screen, which was still going strong. He dabbed the liquid here and there in a line, and then turned and ran after the others.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:10:46 -0800

Leofwin limped through the cave. The battle had tired him more than he had let on. He had relied only on his skill throughout the entire fight. His magic had stopped working for some reason. His wards had stayed, but he could not cast spells. He had a feeling it had something to do with the clash of his magic and the boy's. He could feel it coming back to him, but didn't use it to reenergize himself lest it cease to work again.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:11:26 -0800

"Damn cat," Gutarland growled and picked himself up off the ground. "It was for his own good! You were barely holding him back you soft-toed pussy-cat!" He waved an annoyed hand at Apollo and turned to the other kid. "Never mind that! Get into the cave!" He beckoned to him impatiently and trudged deeper into the cave himself. Once inside he looked at the other two inside there already. "Who're you?" He didn't recognize them.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 23:19:06 -0800

Mateo covered his mouth so he wouldn't start to caugh as Chris somehow started a fire very quickly. He'd seen things like that when priests back home used their magic so he wasn't too spooked. "Sure," He said and moved quickly further back in the cave where two Yaj and Dariah obviously didn't realize they were putting them all in danger. "Will you shut up! he more or less hissed at them. "Chris is making a diversion. We can get to know those smart enough to stay alive later." He turned and took the hand of the blind girl. "I'm Mateo." Akir threw up his hands as the Captain turned on him. "Akir Chanimnya, sir" he said, trying to look everywhere at once. "I ... got separated from my master in the attack." ((sorry for that one-liner... couldn't comw up with much more.... ))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Smartiez101 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 23:58:27 -0800

Yaj rested against the wall, fingering his silver knife. He had never been able to use this one before. Of course, he wouldn't have the heart to attack the natives. These were his people! Sure, they probably didn't recognize him or know who he was, but these were the natives of his home planet! It felt wrong to want to fight them. Now the lizards, those he could fight. Nobody had ever really attatched to those things for anything besides war. It was almost impossible to tame them, which he had learned the hard way when he was younger. He put a finger on the sharp edge of the knife and sucked in breath as it drew blood. It was definitely sharp enough to fight with. Yaj stood up.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:50:50 -0800

Laust remained in the smoke screen, his bright eyes scanning. He had pulled a scarf up to cover his mouth as he breathed. In his hands remained the sabers, shining brighter in the smoke. Slowly, the elf continued stepping backwards, remaining far closer to the entrance than the others though. These natives were nothing compared to driders. He could kill them easy. Birdo looked up at the guy who was hissing. "How about you shut up?" he cawed, flapping his wings before folding them back up. "I rather like talking to Dariah." He turned back to the girl, muttering, "Only one with any sense around here anyway." He looked back at the drow. "So, depressed over human deaths? Learn to accept it girl," he laughed roughly. "Us long lived races have to. Me more so than others, cause I have no life span. The only issue with being a portion of a god shoved into a sword." He grumbled about that for a moment.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Smartiez101 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:12:39 -0800

Dariah nodded, "It's easier to accept now, but still kind of pathetic. And thank you for the compliment. It must be hard, being a portion of a god in a sword. You may be able to fight, but there's no easy way to communicate either laying in someone's sheath or being swung towards someone's side. Ugh, that must have been gruesome." She stuck her tongue out and tried to think of another subject. "How did you all get here? I heard someone say there was a big explosion or something." She took a small club out of her pocket and lay it on the ground next to her so that she could sit down by Birdo.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:18:56 -0800

Birdo jerked his head in the cat-guy's direction. "This guy somehow achieved a teleportation spell by himself. Or at least, thats what I think he did." The raven shrugged. "I don't really know. I've never had to use the structured magicks other mages have had to. It just comes naturaly."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:42:59 -0800

((OOC: Dark, aren't Laust and Birdo with Gutarland? How could they be talking to Dariah and Yaj in a totally different cave?)) Humans. Why did they have to talk so much!? He suddenly turned and let loose an impatient roar. He was getting nervous. He stalked towards everyone, snarling, pushing them back. A native sighted in on the huge striped beast, eyeing the nice pelt. He hefted a smaller javelin made for long distance shots and aimed. Chris couldn't believe it! They were still arguing! He grabbed his tunic from his bag and wrapped it around his mouth and nose to muffle any echoes and ran towards them. "Shut up!" He hissed, voice muffled, and grabbed Dariah and Yaj, hands clamped over their mouths as he dragged them into the deep tunnel behind them. "Why should I even bother saving you if you don't listen... Even with the scent mask I just put down they will follow our voices!" He jerked his head at Mateo to bring the others. Normally he was patient. Normally he could have dealt with these people better. Normally he wasn't being attacked by ferocious lizards and natives, and normally his right arm wasn't healing from some serious gashes. Now wasn't normally. Blinking the stinging sweat out of his eyes and aching all over, he lead them into the jaws of the earth.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Darkfeather21 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:50:36 -0800

((I was pretty sure everyone was in the same cave.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Smartiez101 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:32:11 -0800

Dariah threw Chris' arm off her face. "I'm sorry if I as a drow don't feel very threatened by natives of this land. They're obviously protecting something, because I've been to this planet more times than I can count. They aren't hostile. Ever. We're obviously coming a bit too close for their comfort. If we can get them to let us get escorted out, we'd be fine." People in the outer ring /never/ killed kin. Unless they were drow, maybe. Yaj nodded, "It's true. If I could try to persuade them that we were just passing through, they'd lay off. It'll be hard, since some people have been attacking and killing a bunch of them, but I can still do it. My uncle's one of the leaders of the army." He lay in the very back of the cave and waited for a response.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:25:53 -0800

Mateo just rolled his eyes at Christopher, and kept his hold on Eve's hand as he rounded on Yaj. "Oh, now you're talking, eh? Well, the way you're yapping around perhaps we should just throw you out there and see how much of you comes back." He snorted, then caughed, and followed Chris deeper in and down, feeling his way until they were well out of reach of daylight. Then he unhooked the kebek and stopped for a moment, concentrating. A faint light appeared from the tip of the short white staff, slowly spreading to the whole length of it and growing in strength. "How much you think is safe?" He looked at Chris. Akir made big eyes at the great cat, that was suddenly roaring. "I was just trying to help," he said, feeling slightly stupid for talking to an animal ... but he'd seen stranger things than a human-speech-understanding tiger since he'd left his homeland with Mateo. Then he caught a flicker of something in the corner of his eye. "Look out!" he yelled, and threw himself down on the cave floor.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:44:47 -0800

Leofwin kept as quiet as possible. He tested his magic with various simple spells. They all worked fine without any strange reactions. Odd. It seemed that his magic weakened only in intense battle situations. He heard yelling and looked back to see a spear flying straight toward the tiger. Oh well, it would have died eventually. Maybe it wouldn't die or even get hurt. He didn't care.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:54:28 -0800

"Calm down, boy," Gutarland huffed at Akir. "I'm not going to-" And then he was ducking down with him on the floor. All this stress was giving the older man heart palpitations. He looked around and spotted the native just as he flung the arrow. In a flash, Gutarland was shoving the giant cat out of the way and taking the spear himself. It struck him in the side, just above his hip, and knocked him to the ground.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:22:01 -0800

"Captain!" Leofwin shouted a spell, killing the native. He rushed over to the captain. His magic stopped working. He cursed and ripped part of the captain's shirt. He stuffed a piece of cloth into the captain's mouth and pulled the spear out. If it was poisoned, the captain had no chance. He wrapped the ripped shirt around the wound and pressed on the area above to stop the bleeding.

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ArtsyGal — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:13:50 -0800

((I'm back:) So, I skimmed everything, did we decide if they're in separate caves?))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:05:42 -0800

Eve resisted the urge to snatch her hand back to herself when Mateo grasped it, introducing himself. "Eve." She replied, ears straining to hear what was going on. A lot of arguing was the majority of it. A few minutes later, while everyone else was occupied with something or other, Ina nudged Eve's leg and they both disappeared silently, heading toward the side of the cave instead of the deepest part. They slipped through a narrow crevice, Eve running her sensitive fingers along the sides as they wound through a tunnel. She was trembling slightly, reminded once again of just how much she hated caves. The darkness didn't bother her, of course, but they could be so deceptive when it came to sound. She relied on sound so much that to have that work against her, instead of with her, was unnerving at the very least. "Lets see where this goes," She whispered, "And don't you dare warn me after we run into something, it isn't very helpful." ((Oh, and just a note; There is a good chance that no one other than Chris would know she's blind at this point. They may have noticed something, but in all the action it wouldn't be a definite realization.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:22:51 -0800

Apollo rolled, and then scrambled up, fur on end, to see the large man on the ground, a spear in him. The other man, the one that smelled like lightning, was pulling the javelin out and yelling something. He came over and nudged Leofwin, eyes meeting the man's. He nosed Gutarland, and then laid down, tail swishing, so the captain could be placed on his broad back. He kept glancing at Leofwin, then glaring at the natives, who seemed unsure what to do after the move. The striped beast was unharmed and looked angry so they weren't sure what to do next. Chris turned pale with anger. "Oh, NOW you can talk to them!?" He snapped at Yaj, forcing himself not to strangle the shorter man. Yanking his tunic down from his face, he looked around. "We've gone in deep." He said, slightly nervously, as he looked back. The cave entrance was clearing of smoke and turning darker as the notorious early night of the jungle began to set in. "I think you're fine right there." He told Mateo as the light managed to illuminate their faces. He glanced thoughtfully at the kebek. "Useful tool. What I'm wondering is..." He looked back at the entrance. "With Dariah's and Yaj's constant chatter, why didn't they come in past the smoke anyway? I don't like it..." He pulled on his tunic, having cooled off sufficiently to wear the soft linen. As he pulled his belt around his waist and knotted it, he paused and looked around. Someone was missing. Mateo, Dariah, Yaj... "Eve?" He said stiffly and glanced around again. "Where'd Eve go?" His voice, rising slightly, bounced into the depths of the cave's throat and faded. He felt a chill scroll up his spine.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:38:25 -0800

The voices had long since faded, though, if she listened carefully she could still hear an almost inaudible echo now and again. They hadn't reached a dead end yet, but she wondered if she had better go back before anyone got worried and try come after her. She doubted they'd find the crack in the wall right away. "Ina, lets turn back, we can bring the rest this way if-" Her fingers slid off the wall into open space, a warm, humid space. She could hear a slight trickle of water somewhere in front of her, but still, she didn't dare step foot into the opening, not even with the keen eyes of Ina. Seconds later she was intensely grateful she'd listened to her instincts as Ina nipped at her ankles and a gust of warm air hit her face. She ran the entire way back, her footing sure on the path they had just traversed. It occurred to her just before she shot through the opening in the wall that calling out might be a good idea, otherwise who knows what would happen. Just after that thought she decided it would be even better to find out if the people she had left were still there, and hadn't been taken captive by whoever had been chasing them. Slowing she slipped along the remaining stretch of the tunnel, keenly listening for any sound.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:58:34 -0800

Gutarland spat out the cloth, "Just leave it- Argh!" He groaned out loud as Leofwin pulled out the spear. He stayed still in a haze of pain as he went to work tearing his shirt apart and holding it over his wound. He batted a hand at Apollo. "Leave me alone, fur brain. Go chase your tail or something," He coughed into his hand. Blood dibbled down his chin into his beard. He let his head fall back so he could stare at the sky. "Where's- where's the rest of my crew?" He asked Leofwin. "Laust and Birdo? And the brat- is he still barmy?" He knew he didn't have much longer.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:15:27 -0800

Apollo snarled in annoyance and looked at Adam. Slowly, the boy moved, and then rolled over, groaning and rubbing his head. Apollo let out a deep moan and Adam looked around at him blearily. He could see... Red. Red. Red! He scrambled up, swayed, grabbing onto Akir's shoulder, and then reeled forward. "Damn, damn, damn." He swore fluently as he knelt down. "Damn it!" He growled, and then looked into the man's face. He glanced at Apollo, fear in his face. The tiger looked back pleadingly. "I don't know why I'm saving your sorry hide, you salty bastard..." Adam sighed, and then reached out to place his hands by the entry. "You shouldn't have pulled it out." He added with a snap at Leofwin, before knitting his fingers together and squeezing his eyes shut. A green glow slowly undulated down his arms, smoky and ethereal. It slipped between his fingers, circling gently around his hands. He pulled his hands apart, eyes still shut, face suddenly calm. Slowly his fingertips traced around the wound, the green mist spreading like a net between them and over the hole. His heart thundered in his ears as he wove the thick pad of magic over the area. It began to glint and spark in a couple spots, and then with the suddenness of a stone in water, he plunged it down and into the wound. The smoke slid into the wound, forming a long tube to fill up the holes, and then spread, casting a soft green glow under Gutarland's skin as it sought out and healed the injuries done. Adam swayed, his face grey with effort, his eyes dazed as he opened them. He swallowed and slowly sank onto his haunches, holding onto his own side on the same spot at Gutarland. He hated healing spells, as the spot where the person was injured always started aching for him as well. "Two hours." He muttered hoarsely. "Help me get him on Apollo's back," he added to Leofwin, heaving Gutarland slowly into a sitting position. "I can tie him on. He shouldn't try to walk..." Chris spun around. "Where'd she go!?" He snapped at Mateo, irritation and fear flaring in his eyes. It wasn't that he was scared she'd get hurt, not entirely. It was mostly the fact that... Well, they had no idea what was out there! Who was out there! Maybe it was more dangerous in here than out there! "Eve!" He said, louder now. Eve! Eve! Eve! The sound bounced and ricocheted off the many facets of the stones in the cave, using every angle, every new tilt to its advantage and stretching on into the tunnels. He stopped. He shouldn't have done that. "Damn it..." he growled, hand over his mouth, eyes darting. He hated this. He really hated this...

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:20:15 -0800

Leofwin stared at the captain. The only danger he was in was bleeding to death. The spear had missed all internal organs. He said, "I don't know, but I believe they're safe, now if you don't lie down and stay still, you will die." He said this casually, despite the danger. He picked up the captain and placed him on the tiger's back. He spoke to the tiger in the ancient language. He probably wouldn't understand it all, but he should get most of it. He told the tiger to take the captain farther in the cave while he took Adam. He picked up the boy and began jogging farther into the cave.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:34:02 -0800

Eve was extremely thankful she was already crouching near the opening into the larger part of the cave, otherwise she wouldn't have heard the origin of her name being called. She listened to the echoes dying away, marveling in a chilled, disturbed feeling at the way Christopher's voice seemed to be coming from everywhere. "I'm here," She said, slipping out of the crack and, following the slight brushing of Ina's tail against her leg, made her way to where the others were. She continued before anyone had a chance to say anything, "There's some good news and some bad news. First, good news is there's a fairly passable tunnel that way. Bad news is- something's living in the cave at the end, so I don't know if it goes any further or if it ends there." She felt slightly disoriented by the sound of her own voice floating about, soft as she'd spoken it still managed to echo as though coming from the back of the cave.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:39:53 -0800

Gutarland closed his eyes sighed in relief as his wounds were healed. Most of the initial pain was gone, though some still stayed and he felt very tired. He opened his eyes again and grinned gratefully to Adam. "Thank you, you crazed, four-eyed brat." He grunted as he was pulled into an upright position. "Are you really going to make me ride that cat? I thought I was hallucinating!" He eyed Apollo warily.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:59:45 -0800

Adam smiled for the first time in a long while. "You're welcome." He said, a little uncertainly. This was just getting stranger by the moment. "Yes, you are riding on 'that cat.' Apollo's carried bigger men than you before," he added dryly as he helped Gutarland up onto the striped back, adjusting him so that he lay on his back. Apollo let out a deep purr and slowly rose, adjusting for the weight, before moving to the back. Adam steadied the older man with the help of Leofwin. "You will need to rest." He said. "The spell can only do so much and if you tear something loose I'll have to start over again. Either that," he added, grimacing. "Or I'll just knock you out myself." Chris turned. "There you are." He said, closing his eyes in relief. I'm just worried because...Everyone should be together here... he said, and then gave up. He reached out and touched her shoulder, gently squeezing it to show he was relieved she was back. "Could you make out what the animal was?" He asked, moving closer. "Size at least? Maybe what kind?" He paused, and then reached up to touch her cheek, smearing off a drop of spittle. He stared it, then glanced at her and handed her a piece of shirt that had torn off in the run through the trees. Honestly an extra shirt didn't matter right now, not in this heat.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:17:41 -0800

Was that concern laced through his tone? Eve tucked the thought away, despite the fact that of course he'd be concerned anyway, it was one less person to think about becoming something's late night snack while they were all trapped in this cave. Still, it was nice to know someone had been worried about where she was. She hadn't realized her cheek was wet until he wiped something away, she shuddered, accepting the piece of fabric he handed her and wiping any remaining evidence of the animal off of her. "Gross," She muttered. "Oh, yes, the thing." Her brows puckered in concentration, wording, wording was key here or everyone was going to know she was blind, and she didn't feel comfortable with that, she hated feeling the pity of others, hated feeling like they thought she wasn't worth anything. "Well, it was bigger than this," She stretched her arms out, "Because that's how big the opening is and it couldn't follow us back, so unless it has another outlet it's stuck in there. Taller than me, as you can see," She gestured to her face and the cloth, "it's mouth would be about yeah high. Nasty smelling, kind of dank and musty. There's a pool of water in the cave somewhere, so it could be some sort of water beast." She fell silent, unable to provide any other clues, then decided to ask a question of her own. "How is everyone here?" She asked, "Anyone hurt? Are they still out there?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:36:25 -0800

"Everyone's fine..." He said, ignoring the persistent pain on his right arm where the lizard had got him. His brew had cleaned it up but it still was there, healing of its own accord slowly. He just had to keep her away from his right side and he'd be OK. "I think a few egos might have been hurt, but other than that." He breathed. "Fine. "Yes," he added, looking around. "They're still there. They aren't trying to come in anymore though, which worries me. I mean," he said quickly. "I'm glad they're not here, but they aren't even trying. Maybe it's because of your find in there. Or because it's getting dark." He sincerely hoped it was the latter. He reached up and brushed dust out of her hair. He just couldn't stop making sure she was still there, unhurt for the most part and alive. Just...there. He never wanted to see her like... Like... He swallowed as an image flashed in his mind, of a woman stretched dead on the floor before his 'father's' feet, the poison turning her skin blue. He blinked hard and looked away from Eve, though he squeezed her shoulder again. No, she was safe... She was fine... But those tiny bottles quietly slid together, all of them padded well in a pouch at his waist. They felt like boulders on his hip and he wished he could throw them away without having to use them first...

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:38:09 -0800

Leofwin glanced behind him. "Well, if you two are done with your bonding moment, we should get going. The natives may have stopped for now, but they could come back any minute. I have a feeling that the night isn't the only reason they stopped attacking us."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:19:55 -0800

((( Cave 1: Laust, Birdo, Gutarland, Apollo, Adam, Leofwin, Akir Cave 2: Chris, Eve, Dariah, Yaj, Mateo. Akir watched the two men strapping the Captain to the tiger's back, and couldn't help smiling at the obvious discomfort. That man seemed to be the leader of this strange group - or at least he considered himself to be that. Akir wasn't so sure. "Too bad my master isn't here," he said to the man. He's have you finished for walking in a matter of minutes. That is ... if we have any minutes to spare." He looked around. There were a bad feeling in his gut. "Yes, we're all fine. So far." Mateo looked around in the cave. Murderous lizard-riding people in one end and some kind of unknown gigant beast in the other. Plain great. He looked at Chris, at least there were someone here with a level head on his shoulders, and hefted the now glowing kebek. "This is a weapon as much as a healing tool," he explained. "I could fix that arm for you, but.. well, it would take a minute or two, and frankly I'm not sure we have that."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Smartiez101 — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 03:03:50 -0800

Yaj bit his lip to hold in a rude retort. Instead he listened to Eve as she said there was something at the end of the cave. He waited, very annoyed, for someone to give orders, because, no doubt, he'd be critizied for whatever move he wanted to make. These people just didn't get it. They didn't get anything about this planet. It was rather obvious, at that. "Fine," Yaj muttered under his breath. "They don't want me? They don't need me." He waited for them all to focus on something else when he slipped backwards and started off silently through the cave to the entrance. He'd stop the natives. No doubt. Dariah rolled her eyes at Yaj as he started walking off. Oh well, he was his own man, and he could do his own thing. If that meant getting killed, that meant getting killed. She nodded at Eve's recap and leaned against a wall for someone to decide on something. There was no point trying to argue with them, either. Before thinking, Dariah started rubbing her sapphire necklace again. She cleared her throat and whispered, "So what are we supposed to do? No offense, but I find us completely and thoroughly screwed."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 12:41:11 -0800

Eve bit back a few teasing words, there was something there, deep in his tone that hinted at a buried pain. Perhaps she'd ask him about it, but not now, now was not the time. Instead she gave him a reassuring smile, which melted away as she heard Mateo's remark. "I suppose your version of fine is the fact that, at least you're not dripping blood on the ground." She accused lightly, still on edge with the sounds that kept bouncing around them. She heard another soft shuffling sound and turned her head, "I think you've got a deserter."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 12:58:09 -0800

Chris winced as he heard Mateo talk. "No, I'm fine." He said stiffly, glaring at Mateo in a Shut the hell up! way. "We should set up camp and try to figure out where to go from here. Honestly I don't think that we could do anything right now after what we've been through-" He broke off. "A what? A deserter?" He turned around. "Damn it! YAJ! You idiot..." He rubbed his face. "What's he doing? Where's he gone?" He turned to Eve. "Can you tell me where he's gone? He might be a thick-headed fool but he still should stay here. I can't tell where the entrance is anymore in this dark! We don't have time for this!" Great, just great, it was all falling apart just like before except now he was in the party, rather than before when he was the threat. First there was the vanishing, the reappearing, now the hurt pride, the need for bravery... Facing off to him only to be killed by him... He rubbed his face again, pushing those images out of his mind. No, no, he wouldn't have to do that again. "Never mind." He muttered. He was tired and his head felt like it would split down the middle with the headache that had popped up. "Never mind, let him go, he'll think better of it before he gets to the cave entrance..." He walked past them and towards the edge of the light. "Come on, let's get a camp. No fire, obviously, but at least set up some place to sleep."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 13:14:50 -0800

Eve followed, wisely choosing to stay silent, the last thing he needed right now was a bunch of differing opinions. "I haven't had a chance to explore this cave much more, has anyone else discovered and tunnels branching off? If there are we may be able to find a suitable place to camp that isn't so large and open." She thought for a moment, trying to remember the name of the woman who'd come with them. Slipping over to where Dariah was leaning against the wall she dropped her voice, "Your companion wouldn't rush off for no reason, would he?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 13:19:46 -0800

"Don't tell me that smoke screen will last all night?" Mateo looked around, but it was impossible to see anything beyond the small circle of light given off the kebek. He took a deep breath, and squatted down. "Ok, we'll ... rest, for a while. You sure you don't want me to get a look at that arm? I am a healer..." He looked at the women. "And I agree with Eve. We should try getting to a more easily defended spot. And take turns sleeping."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 13:45:28 -0800

Chris rubbed his face. His arm really was paining him, but he was starting to get extremely irritated and needed some time to think. "Me too! I know we need a smaller area, but where!?" He suddenly snapped at the man, his voice low and dangerous. "Plus, I don't need your healing! I'm a healer too, working with potions is my life! And no that smoke screen is probably gone by now but it's so dark out there it doesn't matter. Now if you want to find some place to rest, help me find one and stop bothering me." He strode over to the wall and began walking along it, feeling the rough stone with his right hand. It acted as a rest for him as well, allowing him to simply pull his arm over the spot without real muscle work from the injured area. His fingers slipped into a crack and he felt past it. Space. He reached up and felt in a large pouch on his hip, pulling out a flask. He shook it and held it out as the liquid began to glow a dull blue. It cast an eerie light up his arm, past where his skin was still sunken over the wounds, and then up to his face, which was unusually grim. He stepped into the passage and listened. Nothing. The air was dry and there was no current. He didn't like that, but it was something... He stepped in deeper, looking around. ((OOC: Ok, I feel like I'm slightly overstepping boundaries, but I'm not sure. You guys would tell me if you think so, right? :3 ))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:00:58 -0800

"Well, suit yourself!" Mateo turned his back to the man, letting the light fade. He sure talked a lot for being someone who told everyone else to shut up. A few breaths later, to calm himself down, he looked up. Christopher had gone. So, mister know-it-all-I-can-do-it-all-by-myself has found himself a place to sulk in? And where the hell had Akir gone? He felt an odd .... need ... to know that, but for the moment that had to wait. "Dariah? What are your companion thinking of? He's not gone to try to reason with those natives, is he?" That might spell disaster very quickly.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:11:50 -0800

He stepped deeper, holding up the bottle. Something skittered behind him and he looked but there was just the opening. Again a small 'skritch' behind hi and he spun around just in time to see a skinny tail, scaly and with fins on the end, slither out of sight. He swallowed, heart pounding, and then moved in deeper. The floor was dry and his footsteps whispered as he ducked through the passage, and then emerged into a large den-like area. His small blue light illuminated only part of the way in, but something stuck out of the shadows. It wasn't a rock. He moved closer, and then stumbled on something and fell to his knees. "Ah, damn..." He muttered, and then looked up. The skull grinned back at him. He almost screamed but his mouth froze open, his yell turning to a long gasp. Four skeletons lay there, their bodies neatly stretched out one beside the other. Bones were missing here and there and a couple were splintered on the end, as though they'd been bitten off. He scrambled away, feeling desperately for the opening, staring horror-stricken. The bottle fell from his fingers and rolled across the floor, the blue light wavering over the walls and across an occasional dull bone. He gave up his scratching around for the entrance and turned away, leaning against the wall, shaking as he clutched at his hair, eyes squeezed shut. He hadn't poisoned them. He hadn't killed them! But they looked so accusing he felt like he'd personally watched them die, just like the others... ((OOC: Sorry, I've been in a slightly grisly frame of mind lately and honestly, it suits his backstory.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:22:49 -0800

"I suggest we find the narrowest part of this cave until something more suitable can be discovered." Eve spoke up, beginning to feel rather nervous, though she couldn't put her finger on why, exactly. "It is somewhere to start, at least." She was beginning to feel a little tired and hoped they could get a few hours' rest. Ina nudged at her leg insistently, though she couldn't figure out what he wanted, it wasn't his usual prodding to get her to move, it was something else.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:36:17 -0800

Chris pressed his face to the stone and felt it was wet as tears ran down his face. "Help me... Somebody." He said quietly, his voice cracking. "Help..." He couldn't move he was so terrified. He wanted to get out, he wanted to hide or some how get away from these things. "You were found out by those two!?" "They don't have to die!" "You will give them that poison! You GIVE IT TO THEM! I can't think of any better way to get rid of the evidence!" "No, they won't say anything if we just warn them-" "Last time we warned them they still came back! Frederick DIED because of that, and so did Alek! And Samil! Every time we didn't kill those people who found YOU and followed YOU." A crack of the belt with every accusation. "EVERY TIME, they came back and slaughtered one of us!" Chris let out a choking cry and put his arms over his head, shaking. The bottles on his bandoleers rattled and those four tiny bottles, those accusatory poisons swung silently beside him in their padded leather pouch.

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Darkfeather21 — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:38:20 -0800

((I missed a few posts *coughpagescough*. Where is everyone?))

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Darkfeather21 — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 20:10:28 -0800

((Alright, well, in order to keep it from seeming like that convorsation between Birdo and Yaj never happened, I am breaking the world and saying that he was never in Gutarland's cave.)) Laust looked over at Gutarland. He was captain. What did they do? Birdo hopped over near Yaj and looked up at her. He'd actually never seen a drow with two eye colors. When they used dark vision, sure, but never two seperate eyes.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 20:11:56 -0800

"There's no need for that. I've slept through worse," Gutarland shifted slightly into a more comfortable position on his back while being mindful of his wound. He looked around the forest and the cave with a thoughtful expression. "Well, you can go around and search for the others or, you can stay here in this cave. The choice is yours. I'm going to sleep now." He folded his hands across his chest and was asleep mere seconds after he closed his eyes. He was snoring loudly.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 20:34:13 -0800

Eve couldn't shake the uneasy feeling, what was it? What was wrong? "How many of us are here?" She asked, glad that the darkness could be used as an excuse for the question, "Me, Dariah, Mateo, Christopher. . . .and of course Yaj, but he left." She was expecting Christopher to answer, but when he didn't she felt that constricting feeling in the back of her throat. ((sorry for the shortness))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 20:38:04 -0800

The captain's snoring was obnoxious. Well, nothing could be done about that. Leofwin looked around. He felt uneasy. Something wasn't right. He took a chance and created ball of light from magic. He walked deeper into the cave, feeling as if they were being watched or spied on. He didn't care, but it might prove to be a problem later.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:27:59 -0800

The Captain just went to sleep like that? No small feat, Akir thought. Even he wouldn't manage that, and he has slept in enough strange circumstances... From his place at one of the cave walls, he saw Leofwin suddenly carry a ball of light and move away. Well, at last something was happening. Akir silently rose and followed the man. Perhaps the caves was connected somehow ... he really needed to get back to Mateo. "Christopher left too, Eve." Mateo looked around, feeling more ... edgy ... by the minute. Something wasn't right here. They really shouldn't wander off alone like that. A faint echo of a voice carrried through the darkness, calling for help. "Did you hear that? Damn the man! Come on!" He edged closer to the cliff wall, feeling his way, letting the kebek illuminate just enough to see. There were a passage not far from where they stood. Another echo, sounding very much like a cry, came out of it. Mateo swore again, silently, and pressed forward.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Smartiez101 — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 07:55:08 -0800

"I do believe he's going to go ask to talk with his uncle, yes," Dariah explained uncertainly. She wanted to call out to Yaj and tell him how stupid he was, but it would only give them away. Now wasn't the time. Carefully, Dariah walked after Mateo with ease. It was never hard for her to see in the dark through her red eye. "Where'd Mr. BossyBoots end up now? No offense to anyone." Something was brewing, and Dariah didn't know what. She shuddered and kept moving. Yaj closed in on the cave entrance and peered out. There were no natives, which worried him. They never gave up unless something really bad was brewing. He took another step carefully to the entrance and glanced around. There was nobody there. "Hello? I am Yaj, nephew of Saper, let my voice be heard!" Yaj shouted, stepping outside. At first nothing happened, and then nothing happened again. "Uncle Saper, it is your favorite nephew! It is Yaj!" There was no reply.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:39:17 -0800

Adam smirked as he watched the captain, shaking his head. "Be careful." He whispered to the tiger, who grunted a little, before strolling to the very back of the cave. Straightening, the youth rubbed his face and pulled back his hair again. He tugged off his thick coat and unwrapped his scar, letting it hang over his shoulders. The heat had crawled under his skin and made him itch all over. Glancing back at the entry way he saw that all signs of the natives had vanished. He looked back at the others for a moment, and then walked slowly to the entrance, discarding his coat behind him. He stepped up to the edge of the stone where it turned to earth and stopped, looking down, then looking back up and stepping over it. Nothing... Not a rustle... No lizards, no natives, no flashing steel. Yaj's cries made him jump and he clutched at his chest, before listening. Uncle Saper? Was he a native? No, he had a different voice from the babbling he'd heard before. But he shouldn't leave. Hurriedly, he turned back and hit a wall. He fell back onto his butt and rubbed his nose, wincing, then looked up. Invisible wall... Oh Damn, it was that man Leofwin's protection spell. He stood up and pushed his hands against the wall. There was a soft crackle and yellow cracks extended from his hands until there was a soft 'crunch.' Octagons of air, edged in yellow, buckled inwards, like a spoon smacking an eggshell. He prodded it, and then pulled it aside and stepped through, turning to push it back into place. It vanished as it returned to its original spot and he turned away to walk back into the cave, hoping his absence hadn't been noticed. Chris opened his eyes slowly, shaking, and forced his muscles, forced them so hard they screamed in pain, to reach out a leg and hook a foot over the light bottle. It clinked, and then began to roll towards him as he pulled his leg back in. A stiff arm reached out, fingers clawing for the bottle, and then he pulled it tightly to his chest, breathing fast and shallow. He wasn't in any harm... Nothing was happening... "They killed us, now you kill them!" Back to the skeletons he rose, his feet slipping under him, and stood unsteadily, swaying. He stared at the glistening stone wall where he'd been leaning, and lifted his right arm to light up the rest of the wall. He gasped in pain as the stiff movements pulled at his still damaged muscles, and switched arms quickly, breathing hard. "DO IT. KILL THEM, OR I'll KILL YOU!" "But then who would make your potions..." Chris muttered, cold sweat stinging his eyes. "Who would brew your concoctions? Who would care for your old injury?" He stumbled around the cave, kicking out at a bony foot so that it slithered back into the darkness. "Who would mend your brittle bones?" He ran his fingers over the walls. They trembled so much it looked like he was playing the piano. With a thud he fell into the opening, breathing hard, and then got to his feet, leaning heavily on the wall, and walked heavily back to the main cave. When he saw the glow of Mateo's staff, he let himself sink down to the floor, the bottle skittering away to bump up against Mateo's boots. The light bloomed for a moment, and then died away.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:58:09 -0800

Mateo was sure he'd heard a voice moaing out of the crevice, an echo whispering of concotions, of injury and bones ... He shook his head a faint shudder travelled across his back. Hadn't he left those things behind? He closed his eyes for a moment, then called out softly: "Christopher?" He made the kebek's light a bit stronger, peering into the gloom. No answer. Then something clinked on the floor of the cave. Mateo bent down. A small bottle, emitting light for a moment. His brows furrowed ... then it clicked home. Christopher had carried many such bottles on him. Another step, and the kebek shone down on a figure lying as in stupor. Mateo squatted down, and put a hand on the man's shoulder. He seemed concious, but not entirely aware. "Chris? What's the matter?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:55:55 -0800

"He left? Where did he go?" Eve felt Ina slip away and wondered if that was what he had been trying to tell her. She caught the faint echo just as Mateo did and trailed after him, worry plainly written across her features. The whispering moans swirled around them, confusing her until she had to tune them out and focus on Mateo's steps in front of her, he could see, he'd know where to go. She stopped when Mateo did, hearing him lean over and speak. He had found Chris. "Is he okay?" She whispered, coming up behind him, peering over his shoulder even though she could see nothing but darkness.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Smartiez101 — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:03:51 -0800

Dariah glanced back at Birdo and shot him a tight smile. She looked forwards to Mateo, who had just picked up a bottle. Christopher had those bottles. What was it doing here? Of course, it was obvious, but the thought made Dariah shudder. She glanced at Birdo and leaned down to whisper, "What do you think is in there?" Yaj groaned and walked back into the cave. He was afraid of what the others would say. How would they react to his returning? Would they force him to leave again? Would they have been captured by his people? What would happen? Questions such as these made him dizzy and he sat down against the wall to rest. Before Yaj could notice, he was drifting off into slumber, completely unaware of the natives swarming the outside of the cave, peering in at him.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:41:17 -0800

((Bumping to keep it from getting buried:))

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CatOfManyWhiskers — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:41:14 -0800

Chris grabbed Mateo's wrist and slowly sat up, breathing fast. He looked up at Mateo and his face convulsed for a moment. "Knock me out." He whispered, his other hand groping for his bandoleer. It landed on the padded pouch by his right hip. "Knock me out. Now." He hissed as his fingers fumbled at the strings. "I'm going to kill you if you don't and it won't be quick! NOW!" His finger slipped into the leather and pulled out a tiny bottle. It was a phosphorescent green, bright and dangerous. "And whatever you do." He added, his arm jerking back and forth, as though fighting himself. "Whatever you do, don't open these bottles or break them. EVER." ((OOC: Sorry, short, but I need a cover and I wanted to do this anyway. XD))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:46:38 -0800

Eve's face drained of every bit of color as she listened to Christ demand a favor of Mateo. What did he mean he'd kill them? What had happened in that cave to throw him into such a panic? "Chris, what's wrong? What's happening?" She kept the panic out of her own voice, knowing it might just make things worse for him. Instead her voice was calm, despite her inner turmoil. He sounded frantic, and what were those vials he was talking about? They must be the bottles he carried with him everywhere. She took a step back to make sure she wasn't in anyone's way, waiting for some sort of sound that would tell her Mateo had done as Chris asked.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

werewolfwithwings — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:49:41 -0800

((Hey, I just wanted to say I really like the way this thread is developing. Okay, bye. XP))

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CatOfManyWhiskers — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:15:07 -0800

((OOC: Bump!)

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White Lily — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:20:09 -0800

Mateo blinded as Chris grabbed hold of his wrist. "Whyever should I do that?" he asked, then looked closer. The man was ... perhaps not exactly raving, but certianly not very far from it either. The way he was moving that arm suggested he was somehow, for some reason, fighting himself. "Calm down!, He wrenched his wrist from Chris grip and put the kebek on the floor, then caught hold of the hand holding the small bottle and relieved him of it. As soon as he had it he grabbed a hold on Chris's shoulder, finding the nerves that effectively stopped him from moving the arm, and reached the bottle back behind him. "Eve? Take this, please." Chris was still babbling about knocking him out. Finally Mateo nodded. "That is no problem, not at all." He thought for a moment, ten minutes or so would probably be enough. After all, they needed to get going soon and carrying Chris would be damn awkward. He kept the grip on the shoulder to make the man more or less immobile, took up the kebek and concentrated. The tip of the staff touched Chris right where jaw met neck, and the man crumpled to the floor, soundlessly.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:25:37 -0800

Eve hesitated only a second before reaching forward in search of whatever it was Mateo was trying to hand her. After a few seconds of fumbling in thin air, seconds that seemed to hold still for her, her fingers brushed his hand, then grasped a small, cool bottle. Clutching it close to her she listened as Chris fell silent. "What happened to him?" She whispered, wishing desperately that she could see what was going on.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:37:32 -0800

"No idea." Mateo looked ahead in the gloom. Something beyond what he could see had made Chris tip over the edge. Well, at least that 'something' hadn't killed him. Slowly he turned, still with one knee on the ground, and looked at her. "He wasn't himself, didn't you see that? He babbled about not breaking those bottles, and at the same time looked like was going to do just that... " He trailed off as he looked up at her face. "No ... you did not see it, did you?" Those eyes ... she was blind, or at least did not see much at all.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:46:31 -0800

Her fingers tightened around the cool glass as she dropped her gaze. The air around them cooled slightly as the echoes of some movement outside the cave bounced around them. "Maybe. . . . maybe we should find a more secure place." She finally said, ever so quietly, something in her voice soft and broken. She didn't have to answer his question, he had already figured it out, and even if he hadn't, her reaction would have told him. She suddenly felt uneasy, unsecure, with Chris lying there unconscious she was all alone, vulnerable to any scathing remarks that could come her way. Underneath it all, though, she felt fairly certain that this man wouldn't be like so many others, even if he thought she wasn't as capable as others, she didn't think he'd say anything cruel, at least, not to her face.

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White Lily — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 23:01:06 -0800

"Yeah, we probably should ..." Mateo straightened, and picked up the bandoleer Chris had taken off himself. He reached out and took Eve's hand, placing the bandoleer in her hand. "If I have to carry him I won't risk crushing all those bottles," he said. "Though I think I'm going to take a look at what the hell he found first." (((sorry, I need to go to work now .... and, Cat - you want that cave get into Mateo's mind too? He certainly has the background to react much the same way as Chris did. Or not, depending .... )))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:57:07 -0800

Leofwin walked slowly through the cave. Something wasn't right. He felt uneasy and kept his hand by his sword. As he walked he noticed the echoes getting distant, and he could no longer see the walls within his light. The cave was getting bigger. He noticed something just ahead. It looked like a large mound. Except it was moving. He tore his sword from its sheath and quickly stepped backward a few paces. He didn't know what this thing was, but it wasn't friendly.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:11:07 -0800

Akir silently followed Lefwin and his light, but stopped as the tunnel widened. The man continued forward, holding his strange light high until he suddenly came to a dead halt. Suddenly Leofwin was moving backwards, fast, with a sword in his hand. Akir had no time to step away, so the man bumped into him, causing them both to tumble down in a heap. Akir hit shoulder and hip, then his back thumped to the floor withLeofwin on top, making all air whoosh out of him. He grunted, trying to twist away.

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Smartiez101 — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:53:25 -0800

Dariah stood up straighter. "What do you supposed I should do besides stand in the back and mope?" She fingered her necklace before offering Birdo to perch on her shoulder. "I supposed you don't think I'm capable of doing much do you?" Dariah pursed her lips. "This is not a good time to prove otherwise. Perhaps later."

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White Lily — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:38:27 -0800

Mateo gripped the kebek steadily in one hand as he slowly ventured the way from where Chris had come. Something thre had upset the man, no doubt about that. The floor dried up completely, and then the walls disappeared. A larger grotto loomed ahead, and the kebek's faint light shone down on ... Oh, damn! Human bones. He took a breath, then a few steps into the area. Nothing happened. Carefully, very slowly, Mateo went down on one knee beside the closest skeleton he'd found - as he lifted the kebek he could see at least four, very precisely stretched out, and perhaps even more further away - and looked a bit closer. A boy, he determined. A young man at least, the bones was not fully grown. Some kind of burial place?" he wondered. But why should Chris react that way? Sure, some had trouble seeing dead, but ... Something skitted, or slithered, almost out of his hearing range. Without thinking he was on his feet again, peering into the gloom. Antything could have made this grotto a home ... but the bones weren't disturbed ... No, but they're certainly damaged. What could have ... ? As he moved closer to the man's skull, Mateo realized that his first reaction was very accurate. Damn! That man had not died of natural causes. There were marks of spear-thrusts on more than one rib. and the skull showed signs of having been broken by a heavy object. He closed his eyes for a moment, then turned and headed back to the others. Chris would wake up very soon, if he hadn't already.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:57:46 -0800

Adam walked with them, a hand on Apollo's head. The big cat grunted as they walked, and then lashed his tail and stopped as he listened. Adam glanced at him, then heard Akir's and Leofwin's collision. He hurried over and helped the men to their feet. Looking up he saw the figure Leofwin had glimpsed. "Don't you think," he hissed in the man's ear. "That rushing in on something like that is a bad idea? What if it kills you?" He shook his head. "We don't need more attacks after what happened to the Captain, alright?" He pushed loose, sweaty hair out of his face and smelled a waft of... Animal coming towards them. It was musky and thick, making his nose wrinkle. Behind him, Apollo slowly settled to the ground, trying to be gentle with Gutarland, his eyes fixed on the lump. Chris slowly rolled over, eyes still closed but conscious. His chest felt light and bare, despite the shirt, and he patted it for a moment, before sitting up, eyes popping open. "My things! Ah!" He clutched his head as the rocky walls spun around him, before pulling his legs up and setting his forehead on his knees, breathing a bit hard. His mind twitched and strained as it tried to remember what had happened. Something... Something with... Bones. He shuddered and ran his fingers through his hair. His brain felt as though it had been stretched to breaking point - again. Something at his hip swung and he looked down to see the pouch of poisons open. He dug a hand in. One was missing! He looked around, saw Eve holding the small bottle and scrambled to his feet. "Eve, how did you get that?" He asked, hurrying over and taking the bottle. He looked into her face, swallowing, not remembering what had happened with him and Mateo. "And my potions - what were you doing with them? Eve?" His voice wasn't accusatory, just confused. He felt nervous, edgy, as he hurriedly tucked away the bottle of green poison and took the bandoleers from her, turning away as he put them on and fastened them back around his chest. His finger skittered over the familiar smooth bottles, checking corks and wax seals. When Mateo emerged, he turned to the other man. "What was Eve doing with my things?" He said, harsher now. He was more suspicious of this man than Eve. He suddenly caught sight of the light bottle and dove for it on the ground, snatching it up and putting it back. He sighed in relief, feeling as though the final stitch had been put in place to secure his self once more. Getting up he turned back to the people, eyes flicking from one to another.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:48:08 -0800

Eve almost gasped when he snatched the little bottle from her, she had heard him stirring and was just about to ask him what had happened when he had grabbed the bottle and started asking his question. He didn't sound mad, exactly, more like he couldn't figure out what had happened. "You. . . . you don't remember?" She stammered, fingers twisting together now that she didn't have anything to hold onto. She took a small step backward, unsure of what was going on, his reaction was just about as confusing as before Mateo had knocked him out. "He. . . he gave them to me to hold because. . . . because you were saying a whole lot of things. . . " She told him nervously, her voice dropped almost inaudible, "You. . . . you said you were going to kill us if he didn't. . . didn't knock you out." Despite herself her muscles tightened in preparation to leap away, should the need to flee become obvious. "You told us to take them. . . so you wouldn't do it."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:53:50 -0800

Mateo paused at the entrance when he saw Chris standing with Eve, the bandoleers and bottles again in his possession. For a moment he studied the man, trying to assuage if he once again was in command of all his ... senses. He certainly didn't put the kebek's chain back in his belt, and not only because the light would go out if he didn't maintain it by skin contact. "You came crawling back here looking like you met the mother of all demons in that cave over there," Mateo said to Chris, jerking his thumb over his shoulder, "and then you started babbling about killing us and that I should knock you out and make sure none of those bottles broke." He shook his head. "Giving her them seemed the best thing to do."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:06:31 -0800

Chris stared at Mateo, and then looked at Eve again. "I... I what?" He swallowed. "All I remember is... Bones." He said, and then turned back to Eve. His heart sank when he saw her recoiling. "No. No, I'm sorry, I didn't mean to do whatever I did!" He reached out, taking her hand. "Please. I'm sorry. Don't do that." He said quietly as he felt her tensing to leap away. "I wouldn't kill you, either of you. And especially not you..." He tightened his hold on her hand, wishing she could see the pain that was on his face. Turning, he looked back at Mateo. "What did you find in there? All I saw..." He paused. "Were skeletons. And..." He shook his head. Yes, he remembered the visions, just not what happened after that. But they didn't need to know that. "Can't remember anything after seeing them." He said quickly, glancing at the other man again. "Why are they in there?

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:56:43 -0800

Eve felt the tension in his grip, heard the remorse in his voice. She relaxed slightly, he was just as confused of what had happened as they were. It still didn't explain the fact that he might have actually killed them if Mateo hadn't knocked him out. "Why would you have asked what you did if you weren't really going to do it?" She asked, "You were frantic when you finally made it out of that tunnel." She fell silent as he asked Mateo what had been in the other cave. She shuddered at the mention of skeletons, what a delightful experience that would have been if she'd stumbled onto it - there must be advantages to not being able to see, at least she wouldn't have had to deal with that part of it. She heard a deep, thrumming sound that echoed and reverberated around them, the ground shaking slightly underneath their feet. "Uh, guys," She interrupted, "I think maybe now would be a good idea to find somewhere else to be right now!" ((No idea what it is, just thought we could use a little bit of movement right about now:))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:25:27 -0800

Leofwin got up. He hadn't meant to walk backward so fast. He shrugged at Adam's comment. "If it doesn't kill us, something else will, and if were not killed, we'll still die." He didn't let his guard down for a second. Whatever that thing was, it made him uneasy. He was still recovering from his fight with the natives and didn't think they could handle another fight at the moment.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:55:57 -0800

Adam shook his head, grumbling, and then staggered as the deep rumbling shook their cave. "What was that?" He said hoarsely, and then looked. "Where'd the thing go?" He asked, staring at the spot the lump had been. "It was there seconds ago. Where is it now?" He looked around uneasily. Chris shook his head. "I don't know." He said quietly. "I... Just..." He shook his head. "I don't know. Honestly." He squeezed her fingers a little, and then swayed as the floor shook. "Oh Damn. Eve, I think your little friend from earlier has woken up." He said stiffly, glancing at Mateo. "What do we do? Go deeper? Outside into the natives!? What!?" His leadership skills had vanished, his confidence gone. He was a thief, a poisoner, a potions merchant, he didn't do these things for a living, he didn't know HOW.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:04:59 -0800

Akir almost lost his footin again as the floor started to shake. This seemed like a good time to bolt .... but there were noplace to go. He looked frantically between Adam and Leofwin, at lest they had something to defend themselves with. Tentaviely Akir looked down at the small pack he'd been carrying, and pulled out a knife. He wasn't supposed to use antyhing like that for any kind of attack, but ... "Oh damnit all!" Mateo took a few steps as the cave seemed to lurch. "Yes, there were bones in there. Human ones. And I don't think they died naturally." He looked around. "Wasn't there more of us a little while ago? Where did they go?" He spun, trying to look at every side at the same time. "What 'friend'? I never saw anything. Is it something you think we have any chance to kill? If not, those natives might be better, after all." That sounded huge.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:58:26 -0800

"I ran into something. . . well, I'm not sure what it was, in one of the other tunnels," Eve explained, "It couldn't get out of the tunnel I'd taken to get there, but from the sounds of it perhaps there is a larger tunnel connecting it, in which case I don't think right here is the best place to be." Ina trotted up just then, waving his soft tail, ears alert and prancing as though he'd just discovered a wonderful secret. Grabbing Eve's skirt in his mouth he tugged gently. "We better gather everyone," Eve said, pausing as another rumble shook the ground under their feet, "I think Ina must have found something." She waved her hand over her shoulder, "I think Dariah is back there still, but I don't know where Yaj went." She returned Chris's squeeze, trying to bring him some reassurance, "Must be intrigued by your charming selves," She grinned at the two, "Perhaps we can trick it to death by giving it a magic show."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:22:59 -0800

Gutarland chose that exact moment to wake up. "Hm-? Wha-what?" He grunted. It was dark and it took some time for his eyes to adjust. "Oi, where are we?" He didn't move from the back of the tiger and looked around at the group by craning his neck to see them. "What's 'appened?" There were a few of them he didn't recognize, but they all seemed distressed and in need of a captain to lead the way.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:49:21 -0800

Adam turned and hurried back to Gutarland, inspecting the wound. It was almost finished, surprisingly. "Stay still, you need only a few more minutes. You're a fast healer." He said, his tone implying he was slightly impressed. "Either that or I'm better than I thought. So far all we've heard is that rumbling and a thing that Leofwin saw, which, erm..." He looked behind him and around. "Nobody seems to know where the hell it went. So, yes, don't panic, just lie still." He patted the man's shoulder, rubbed Apollo's ears and walked to the others again. Chris nodded. "You're right. Yaj! Dariah!" He hissed, glancing around. "Damn they've gone again. At this point I'd be happy to leave them..." He looked at her when she talked about a magic show, and then smiled slowly. "Is that so?" He said quietly. "And... What did you have in mind for this magic show, exactly? Are the performances good? Stunning, perhaps?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:36:45 -0800

"Oh very good, extremely stunning, so stunning in fact that we all might just disappear from the excitement." She waved a hand toward a discovery she'd made in repositioning where she stood. She had felt a draft of air coming from somewhere, and it wasn't a crack in the wall, because the cool air was wafting down from somewhere. "I think if you check it out there may be a ledge up there. And since I found it, I shall leave it to you to see if there is any way up there." She smiled at him, "You know, give you something to do to clear away all those cobbwebby strands of being knocked out."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:06:11 -0800

Leofwin searched the darkness. He didn't see anything, but that wasn't possible. He was sure he had seen something. His feelings of uneasiness grew. He had no idea what that thing was, but he would rather have it charging him head on than not know where it is at all.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:02:36 -0800

Mateo would have laughed if he wasn't afraid that something would hear it echoing down every tunnel in this damn cave. "Sounds really fun," he said, looking at Chris and then upwards. Oh yes, there was a ledge. Problem was, it was higher up than even he could reach, "Looks to be more than a ledge, actually," he said to Eve. "Alright, Chris. I give you a boost up there, or you help me?" Akir looked at Adam. "Not panic? that's easy for you to say with that magic of yours." He looked around too, without seeing anything of course. Then he started to settle himself, leaned back to the cave wall, closing his eyes and tried to empty himself of all thoughts. Slowly, the concentration came, and with it a ... kind of awareness. Oh, yes, there was something in there. Something very big and ... His eyes snapped open. "It's curious," he said alound. "It ... wonders if the two-legs are as nice-tasting alive as they are as dead."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:32:46 -0800

((bump))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:33:09 -0800

"Do you know why I'm a fast healer?" Gutarland didn't wait for an answer before he stated triumphantly, "Pure will!" He watched as best he could as Adam left. "Panic? A good captain never panics! I'll find the thing myself if all of you are too big of cowards to do it!" He struggled on top of the tiger to reach for his cutlass.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:02:42 -0800

Leofwin sighed. The captain was being....eccentric to say the least. He looked at the other man. "You can sense its thoughts? Is it thinking of where it doesn't want us to go?" Leofwin closed his eyes and opened his mind to search the area for any other life forms. The beast was the only one he could sense besides a few bugs. It didn't have a mate. Or at least not one around here.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:56:17 -0800

((bump. We need something to happen soon or else the thread might die. no offense intended))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:44:24 -0800

((Well, they're just about to transition into a new world. To the discussion thread!))

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ArtsyGal — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 20:40:24 -0800

((Bumping so it doesn't get buried:))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 10:49:14 -0800

((wow, it was on the third page. Is cat back yet?))

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Aero3691 — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:30:25 -0800

((bump. did cat mean this thursday or last thursday?))

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ArtsyGal — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:07:04 -0800

((I thought it was last Thursday, but I haven't seen a recent post since last Sunday))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:48:17 -0800

((bump. heard back from cat. she's been busy))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 20:00:02 -0800

(*sob* So sorry you guys) Adam sighed, turned and returned to the captain. "Stay put you old sea crust." he grumbled. "You'll get yourself hurt again, fast healer or not." He glanced back at Akir as he heard him. "You sense that thing?" He said slowly, adjusting his glasses, eyes glittering with curiosity. Apollo growled and nudged Gutarland a little to stop his fidgeting, tail twitching in annoyance. Chris sighed. "No, no, you'd better boost me up. I'm lighter and better at climbing." He said and to make his point he soon had boosted himself up onto Mateo's shoulders and was stretching for the ledge. He hooked his hands over it, then grunted as he tried to hook an elbow over it. "Um, Mateo, push up my feet." He said thickly, his cheek smooshing up as it pressed into his arm. He dangled awkwardly. ((Sorry, that's all I've got, I'm brain dead at the moment.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 20:18:34 -0800

Despite the pressing situation Eve couldn't help giggling. "You sound absolutely ridiculous Chris, don't hurt yourself proving your agility, okay?" The ground shook again and she felt some loose pebbles rattle against her feet, "But, umm, hurry up would you? I don't think any of us feel like turning into some nasty things bedtime snack."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 00:22:14 -0800

Akir nodded, still more or less terror-locked by what he could feel. "Yes. A kind of ... extra sense. Right now it seems to be focused at something else but us. Someones else." Abruptly he shifted on his feet. "The others! They must be somewhere in these caves too..." Mateo grunted as Chris climbed up on him, but stood squarely. At a point some of the weight lifted, and he managed to look upwards. The man seemed to have got a fingerhold, but was dangling precarioulsy. "Sure," he said, placing one hand under each foot and pushing upwards. Muscles in his arm protested, but he ignored them, trying to use the legs for most of it. "You feel it coming, Eve?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 08:42:18 -0800

"Yes," Eve nodded at Mateo's question, "and from the feel of it it is not only getting closer but I'm beginning to think it's a lot bigger than we suspected before." She wrinkled her nose a second later, "And it stinks. Hey you guys, are you coming?" She called out to the others, not knowing if they were still there or had decided to take their chances out in the open.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:17:02 -0800

Adam stiffened. "What others?" He asked sharply. "Are you talking about your companion? They might need help, let's go." He hitched his satchel onto his shoulder again and helped Apollo stand up without spilling Gutarland off his back. "Where are they? And can we get to them without running into this... thing?" Adam asked Akir. Chris bent his legs as he felt the pressure under his feet, then in a quick spring had hooked both elbows over the ledge. "Got it!" He grunted in triumph, then hauled himself up, rolling onto his back with a groan. His shoulders were killing him but he didn't say anything. Instead he turned and looked over the ledge. "It's big?" He said in surprise. "Well we'd better hurry then." He took out his vial of light and shook it. The blue light suddenly bloomed out, brighter from his harder shaking, and he looked back behind him as he felt a cool breeze on his back. He sniffed. "Hey... Hey there's fresh air this way!" He said in surprise, then turned back and pulled a rope out of his pack. "Let me tie off this rope and I'll help you up." He said and stood, glancing around. There was a stalagmite poking up near the entrance of the tunnel behind him and he hooked it over that, setting his light bottle beside it to light the ledge. He then trailed the rope to the edge and dropped the other end over it. It landed with a FWUMP on Mateo's head, then slid off him and onto the floor, coiling sinuously. " Sorry." Chris said, but grinned anyway. "Eve, you come first, then you Mateo-" He steadied himself and gasped as a deep, guttural roar made the walls shake and reverberate. His ears rang and he clutched the stone in terror. "Eeeeve," he said. "I hate it when you're right about how big something is..."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:29:02 -0800

Leofwin searched with his mind. He tried to find any other life forms that could be the other group. He searched in the direction that the beast was heading. He started. "I found them. They're past the beast a little ways. I don't know if we'll be able to avoid fighting the thing."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:34:55 -0800

"Yes....." Akir said, looking around as the cave floor trembled, "it's Mateo. And ... no. This whatever-it-is is between us and them, I think." He already had his pack on his back, staring wildly out in the dark that suddenly felt like it was pressing in on them. "Perhaps we could sneak around it...." He didn't finish that, hearing how utterly stupid that sounded. "Aoow," Mateo yelped and cursed as something hit him on the head, later realizing it was the rope Chris had called about. A bluish light bloomed up on the ledge, and looking up he saw a grinning face. "Thanks" he said acidly, then took Eve's hand and guided it to the rope. The roar made his ears ring, and he wobbled as the cave seemed ti shake. "Up!" he roared, finding his balance again. He grabbed Eve's waist and hoisted her up in the air. "Never mind the rope, get her hands and pull her!"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 14:37:19 -0800

Leofwin shrugged. "You could try. It's suicidal, but you could try. I don't care, really, if we do or don't." He tried to feel the beast's mind with his own, but something stopped him. He continued to reach further and felt the minds of the others. He touched one, a girl's. He spoke to her with his mind. Be careful. There's a beast coming your way and it plans on eating you.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 16:00:15 -0800

Eve shrugged just before Mateo grabbed her and hoisted her into the air, "What can I say, I'm brilliant!" Reaching up her hands she cringed as the thing roared, entirely glad she wouldn't be able to see it, no doubt it would have given her nightmares. "Please don't forget Ina," She spoke down to Mateo as the fox's tail bristled and his teeth gleamed in the darkness, a growl directed at whatever was coming. A second later Eve heard something, clear as a bell, without any echoes whatsoever. The voice said a beast was coming to eat them. "No, really? Hadn't noticed." She mumbled, "Hey guys, I think the other group is nearby, otherwise I'm going nuts and hearing voices."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 16:04:55 -0800

Leofwin sighed mentally. I think I'll take that as sarcasm and ignore it. Look, we're going to try to reach you, but you have to hurry and get someplace safe. Or you could stay with the beast and get eaten. I really don't care. He said all this without one hint of sarcasm.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 16:14:26 -0800

Eve cocked her head, intrigued by this new form of communication. She wondered if he would be able to read her thoughts, worth a try. We've found a ledge up near the top of the cave we're in, it opens into a cave or tunnel of some sort with fresh air and will afford protection from whatever is coming. We'll wait at the opening for you.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 16:51:30 -0800

Leofwin nodded. He was able to hear her thoughts as long as he kept their minds connected. Alright, we'll look for you there. Hurry, the beast is getting closer. Unless you want to get eaten, which is fine by me. He looked at the others around him. "They've found a ledge and are going to wait for us there."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 19:52:04 -0800

Adam groaned. "I thought you said there's no way to get around it!" He snapped as Akir's weak suggestion. When Leofwin started talking he gaped. "You're telepathically communicating!?" He said in astonishment, then shook his head. "Nevermind, how do we get to their ledge or whatever it is if there's a great hulking... THING in our way?" Chris winced at the sound, and then swung his arms down and caught hold of Eve's hands and wrists. "Hold tight." He said. "Mateo, get the fox and your ass up here!" He heaved and pulled, then fell back, Eve on top of him. "Sorry, come on." He whispered, blushing. He scrambled to his feet, helping her up and grabbing his light. "Come on, Mateo, let's move!"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 19:59:50 -0800

Leofwin shrugged. "I'm sure I don't know. Once it figures out it can't get them, it'll probably come after us. Even if it doesn't, there'll probably be a cave-in and we won't be able to get to them. I don't care what happens, really."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 20:02:43 -0800

"What about the others?" Eve asked as she rolled to her feet, "Oh, and the other group is behind the thing, I said we'd wait here for them, far enough in the tunnel that we can't be sucked out, that is." She amended quickly, nose still wrinkling as the stench grew. "Any chance you've got any perfume bottles in there? Maybe we could throw one down to him as a slight suggestion to improve his bathing habits."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 20:28:02 -0800

Adam stared at Leofwin, and then strode forward and grabbed Leofwin by his shirt front in both hands. "You don't know? Or you don't care? Or both?" He snapped, nose-to-nose with him. "ALL you've done all this time is act high and mighty and in general not care about a single damn thing! Would it kill you for once to think about other lives here? Other people here? Well apparently it would because all you've been is," - he shook him - "a stuck-up," - he shook Leofwin again and a huge shape loomed in the darkness - "lazy," - a huge snout swung towards Adam, drawn by his yelling. - "GOOD FOR NOTHING LUMP!" Adam finished, yelling at the tops of his lungs. A huge breath of hot, wet, nasty air blew over him and he whirled. "WHAT!?" He snapped and the enormous cave beast drew back in slight surprise. It had never had prey yell at it before. Usually it just ran away screaming. Chris shook his head. "Sorry, no." He said and gagged slightly at the smell. "Wait, listen..." He tilted his head. Someone was yelling their head off. "Is that the other group?" He said in astonishment. With a sudden breath of emptiness, the huge beast moved away to the other tunnel to find out what was squawking so much. "I think that's the scholar." Chris said in slight surprise. "He's got a pair of lungs..."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 20:34:06 -0800

Leofwin took in everything that Adam said. He felt strange. Old emotions began welling up inside of him. One was more prominent that the rest. Anger. He barely noticed the huge beast for the moment. "You think you know everything about me?" His voice was low and dangerous. It had never been that way though out this entire ordeal. It hadn't been that way for many years. "You think that you know enough about me to judge me?" He noticed the beast. He stared at it, all his anger in his eyes.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 20:46:09 -0800

"Well, don't just stand there, boy! The both of ye! RUN!" Gutarland yelled from his place on the back of the tiger. "You, too, you over-sized kitten! I'm not about to be eaten along with the likes of you!" Clearly, the two of them hadn't had their full share of giant beasts running after them if they were still standing like a bunch of lolly-gagging idiots. Gutarland would have been gone at this point as he had mastered the art of running away.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 21:31:38 -0800

Adam turned. "OH NO, no I don't know you, but I do know that you are an INSUFFERABLE," - he prodded Leofwin hard in the chest with a finger, singing his shirt - "LAY ABOUT!" The cave beast snorted a little, as if to say, 'uh, guys!' but Adam ignored it. "OH LOOK, the mighty Leofwin is finally showing a bit more emotion than a pile of dragon DUNG." He snapped, his face white with rage. Apollo moaned in disbelief, agreeing inwardly with Gutarland. He stalked up, grabbing Adam's pant leg in his mouth and yanked. Adam yelped as he was pulled to the ground, and then was dragged over the ground at a fast clip as Apollo bounded for the door, holding his companion's pant leg in his teeth. The other human could stay behind, he didn't much care for him, but the big growling man and Adam needed to get out now.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 21:37:49 -0800

((Eh, Leofwin's not exactly human.)) Leofwin glared at Adam, his hands beginning to crackle with energy. He could kill this kid if he wanted to. He could say a few words and it'd be over. He didn't even have to speak if he so chose. As Adam fell, he stared at him. He followed, mainly because he wanted to teach this boy a lesson. He didn't understand anything.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 00:38:14 -0800

Mateo quickly almost threw the fox up on the ledge before grabbing the rope and starting to climb. "What?" he phanted, as Eve started to complain about the stench. Well, it's certainly not nice but I rather smell it than getting eaten by it. Then there were yelling ... "The scholar?" he asked, finally getting his upper body on the ledge. He couldn't hear Akir, perhaps the slave for once had found some sense and kept quiet when there was a big beast lurking around. Akir watched in astonishment as the two started arguing. He looked at the tiger, at least that seemed to have some sense as it started to drag Adam towards a door. "Good idea," he muttered, following the animal.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 19:35:04 -0800

Eve turned when she heard Mateo speak, reaching a hand down to feel the soft fur around Ina's neck. She nodded at his question, "It's the group we got separated from, somehow they ended up in a different cave that put this beast thing in between them and us. They know where they are now though so if they'd quit arguing they might be able to find a way around it. . . . if they don't attract it to them first." She listened to the echos bouncing about the caverns.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 22:24:09 -0800

"It's between us and them?" Great.... He heaved himself up on the ledge, looking around. Faint light came from further along, after a slight slope upwards. "Well, as they're arguing they've probably not been attacked yet. At least I know Akir hasn't been wounded." He shook his head and looked at Chris. "I'm staying here. If they're coming they might need help."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 19:39:19 -0800

((bump))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 20:10:09 -0800

((Trying to figure out how we're going to get to our next destination. XD)) Adam bumped and scraped the whole way to the entrance of the cave, yelping and trying to keep glasses on and body parts attached at the same time. Apollo burst through the shield Leofwin had put on the cave entrance, making his fur stand on end all over his body as he absorbed the magical shock, keeping it away from Gutarland and Adam. Behind them the monster roared in annoyance. First the prey had ignored it, now it had run off without even a good scream! It was pissed. A huge, clawed foot scraped the stone after them as it snarled, scales rattling against the ceiling as it pursued them. "How are we going to get to the other tunnel!?" Adam cried, getting up and shaking himself off. "It's on the other end!" Chris listened, and then winced as he heard the screech of scales on stone. "Come on, we'd better get to the other end of this tunnel before it becomes bored with the others." He said, turning and leading Eve into the tunnel, holding up his light bottle. Its blue glow illuminated the passageway for a while, showing smooth black stone speckled here and there with flecks of metal. "I've never seen stone like this..." He muttered, staring around as they hurried through. He noticed suddenly the blue light was fading and shook it, but it went out with a tiny flash. But... He could still see. "It's up ahead." He said excitedly and turned to Eve. "I'm going to go ahead." He said, squeezing her fingers. "Keep coming with Mateo." He let go of her hand, turned and ran farther ahead until he turned a sharp corner. He squinted and put up his hand as he saw a bright doorway out of the cave. Slowly, he walked towards it, allowing his eyes to adjust, until he stepped out and stared out over what he saw. ((Insert whatever your character sees when they exit the cave/whatever. Is anyone going to actually add to the drama? XD I feel like I'm the only one adding the sudden coincidences, occurrences and happenings! Come on, help me out you guys! XDDD))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 20:15:24 -0800

((MY BRAIN IS SHOT!!!! XD)) Leofwin ran out of the cave, barely making it out of the way of the beast's claws. He got up and ran towards the place he had felt the girl's mind. He looked back to the others. "You can risk your lives with that beast or the natives or come with me. I don't care." He ran into the cave and towards the others.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 10:44:15 -0800

"You've got legs, don't you? Run!" Gutarland looked back at the giant scaly beast chasing them and added. "And don't even think about stopping!" He used his legs to try and steer the tiger around to follow Leofwin as he darted through the forest. The natives were back in even greater numbers than before and were tossing every sharp object they owned at the group. "Oi! Hurry up!" Gutarland growled when a rock hit him in the eye.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:24:08 -0800

((*sigh* XD )) "AGAIN WITH THE NOT CARING!" Adam yelled, and then ducked. "Come on Apollo!" The tiger snarled and ducked and dodged, bounding after Adam and Leofwin. They pelted past a long stretch of blank black stone, closely pursued by the natives as they whooped and threw stones. Apollo yowled as a javelin sparked against the stone, ricocheting into the trees. Adam skidded to a stop, spun around and brought up his hands, muttering furiously. He ducked another stone, continuing to mutter, Latin spilling off his tongue until with a sudden, deep BOOM a rocket of compressed air shot at the natives, bowling them over. Adam clutched at his throat for a moment, gurgling for air, then took a huge, sucking gasp of it, relieved. He turned and raced after the others, hoping he'd bought them some time.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 18:17:22 -0800

Leofwin ran through the cave, not even caring if the others were following, especially that boy. He thought he knew so much about him, thought he didn't care because he thought he was better than everyone else. That was anything but true. He didn't care because he couldn't even if he wanted to. He looked ahead and saw a rope in front of him. He grabbed the rope amd scrambled up. As he did he heard a roar. 'IF YOU WANT TO GET HERE BEFORE THE BEAST DOES, THEN HURRY UP! I DON'T CARE, IT'S YOUR CHOICE!'

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 18:24:22 -0800

Eve stopped the moment Chris let go of her hand, listening as he continued on in the tunnel. She wasn't terribly worried, he was up there and Mateo was behind her, it wasn't like she was lost or anything, besides, she felt a calmness spread over her. "Have the others made it?" She asked, just before she heard someone yelling and heard the scrape of something against stone, "Never mind, I guess the question is - who made it?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 13:54:39 -0800

Gutarland's eyes widened when he heard the boom. "What was-? Who did-?" He jabbered and turned around just in time to see Adam running towards them. He seemed to have a track record with exploding things. He heard his crewman shout something from inside the cave about the beast. The cat was moving too slow for him. With a great heave, Gutarland broke free of his bindings and rolled off the back of the tiger. He landed on his feet, feeling a lot better than he had before, and started towards the rope. "You coming or what?" He barked at the two behind him.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 02:58:24 -0800

Akir ran after the others, hearing Leofwin yelling about a rope inside the cave he'd vanished into. A rope? Soemone's there, then. Hopefully more nice than the natives.... Suddenly something BOOMed behind them and he staggered, but did not stop to look as Adam came running. The cave mouth was looming in front of him. "Uuuhh.." Mateo turned as the heard the yelling and a distand boom. He turned, looking down to where the rope was dangling - it was going taut. "Someone's coming up, Eve." He went there right as a ... man? ... climbed over the edge. Too palce, and grey hair despite looking young. "That way," he said to him, pointing to the vague opening Chris had gone on to, and peered down. There were at least two others down there. An older man looking like a sea captain and a younger one with glasses and brown hair. And a big ... cat? "Hurry up and climb!" he yelled down, and nearly fell off the ledge himself as he spotted a familiar figure rushing towards the others. Akir.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:01:03 -0800

Leofwin walked in the direction the man had indicated. He ignored the boom, assuming it was that brat Adam usinb his magic. He continued walking until he saw a girl who seemed......lost? No, blind. He realized it was the same girl he had communicated with before. "You'd better get going or the beast will get here and probably cause a cave-in. But it's your choice. I don't care."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:53:25 -0800

Adam snatched at the rope, and then heard a moan of distress. Apollo looked up at him, eyes popping. Adam dropped to the ground and with a deep THUD another blast of air rocketed the tiger up and over the ledge. The big cat landed, still bug-eyed with shock, then turned and grabbed Adam's shirt as he came up. "I'm coming! I'm coming!" Adam snapped, grabbing onto the tiger's fur and climbing on. Apollo streaked after the others, a big ball of orange and black fur rocketing towards the other end of the cave. Chris felt a tremendous force slam into him and he was catapulted forward to land face-first in sand. He rolled over several times and landed with his feet in salty sea water and his whole body caked in sand. He sat up, coughing and spitting, and looked around to see the scholar and the tiger standing on the beach, gaping at the sea. It stretched off, a sparkling cobalt blue, and behind them was the cave, from which everyone was running out. There was no roaring though. Chris got up, then winced as sand poked into his injuries and scraped against his skin. He began to brush it off, still spitting out some of it.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 13:17:03 -0800

Eve cocked her head at the slightly familiar voice, then shrugged, "Well, I did say we'd wait here for you, but if you don't care, I guess I'll be on my way then. Glad to see you made it safely." She wanted to go help the others climb up, but knew that she'd been as much help as she could be in this situation. "We're headed this way." Her voice floated over her shoulder as she slipped along the tunnel. She was very nearly run over as something streaked by her, must have been that tiger. A second later her breath hitched in her throat as she felt an odd movement. Reaching up, the tips of her fingers just brushed the ceiling of the tunnel, a second later she could place the flat of her palm against it. "I'd seriously hurry up guys!" She yelled at anyone behind her, "I think the tunnel is shrinking!" There was a step out of the cave she almost sensed to late, it took several odd, twisting, hopping movements to regain her balance, and when she did she halted abruptly and took a deep breath. Sea air!

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 13:26:44 -0800

Gutarland could smell the ocean from inside the tunnel. He could very nearly feel the salty breeze and hear the roar of the waves. With wide-eyed stare fixed at the end of the tunnel, he excitedly pushed past anyone who stood in his way and clamored out of the tunnel. The sun! The ocean! The sand! His home was the sea even if it wasn't one that he was familiar with. He glanced around the horizon. They were on an island about thirty paces wide and surrounded by water as clear as the Caribbean. He threw his hands out and basked in the sun. "Home at last!" He sighed. Some ways away from the shore, a blond haired head followed by a pair of hazel rose above the surface.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 13:33:12 -0800

Mateo hauled up Akir, not at all suprised that he had stayed last. "Come on, now, run!" He suited his own words and raced towards the end of the tunnel. Akir ran after the prince, immensly grateful to be back with him. Then he blinked, the opening was getting smaller? He saw Mateo dive headlong out of the tunnel and didn't hesitate to follow ... landing in warm sand and brilliant sunligt. A grinding sound behind him made him turn ... and gape. The opening was gone. Mateo grinned at Akir. "No need to worry about whatever beast we left in there..." He surveyed where they had ended up. A shore. Waves. And ... something that stuck up out of the water, looking at them.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 13:43:50 -0800

Apollo finally skidded to a halt, panting, and flopped into the sand, his stripey sides heaving. Adam stared. He fell off of his tiger and sat in the sand and stared. The sea? THE SEA!? HOME!? He looked down as he felt something seep into his shoes and saw the tide licking at his toes, his leather travelling boots. Numbly, he pulled at them and stuffed his socks into his shoes as he watched the water. Idly, he tossed the boots over his shoulder and rolled up his pant legs one at a time, and then sat utterly still, his eyes scanning the horizon. Thirty paces. That was it... With a grunt, Apollo rolled over, enjoying the warmth on his belly and sides. It was soothing after the dank jungle, cold mountains and clammy cave. He heard a hitched breath and glanced down the length of his fluffy tummy to see his companion sitting there, staring dully out. Apollo rolled onto his paws and slowly walked over to the boy. He really was young - only in his late teens. His long hair was damp with sweat and full of sticks and grit. His face was smudged and bruised and he looked ready to break down. There was only so much he could take. The tiger sat down, lifted a huge paw and pulled the boy closer, beginning to groom Adam while a purr rumbled deep in his furry chest. Adam closed his eyes and leaned into the soft fur with a sigh. Chris heard a cry of alarm and turned. "Eve!" He gasped. "Oh damn..." he ran towards where she stood. "Eve!" He reached out and touched her hand. "Eve, are you alright? I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to... I..." He looked her over. "Are you OK?" He reached up to wipe a smudge of grit from her cheek, then he looked around her. Leofwin, Gutarland, the others, all there, but... He stared. "Where's the cave gone?" He said, eyes flicking around, but his mind quickly pulled itself away from that to focus back on Eve. "Ina? Is he here?" He looked around for the fox.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 13:49:41 -0800

Eve couldn't resist the giggle that bubbled up, "I'm fine Chris, I do still know how to make my way around, I appreciate it though. How are you?" She was worried for the space of several seconds when he mentioned Ina, then a soft yip carried across the wind and her expression cleared, "He's most likely exploring. Did everyone get out okay?" She was mostly worried about those who had been behind her, the cave had collapsed so fast she'd been afraid they wouldn't make it out. "Oh yes, I believe it shrunk, right out of existance. Um. . . . are we being watched?" The skin along her arms prickled eerily, temporarily chilled despite the warmth of the sun.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 14:21:01 -0800

Gutarland strolled over to a lone coconut tree and kicked it with his boot. He stuck his hand out just as a coconut dropped into his palm and glanced at the others with a twinkle in his eye. "It's beautiful, innit?" He sucked in another gulp of sea air and slashed the coconut open with his cutlass. "Least it's better than that dump of a jungle, aye?" He took a sip from the fruit. It was quite refreshing. The head sank below the surface and swam away.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 16:49:46 -0800

Leofwin looked around at his new surroundings. A beach. An island, actually. He sighed. "Well, personally, I don't care. We'll probably run out of food and drinkable water soon enough."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

werewolfwithwings — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 17:58:43 -0800

((I hope this is okay....)) Olivette shook her head violently as she stepped onto the beach. Damn fae, never quite getting a transpor- She looked around her and growled. She had said warm, not tropical island! She sighed as she saw more people. Great. Natives. Hopefully, they knew English.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 20:19:12 -0800

Adam sat up with a jolt. He'd seen something. Someone. His eyes narrowed and he got up, reaching up to pat down his cleaner but also slightly messier hair. A ripple spread from that spot where someone had just vanished under the water, but was swept away as the tide disrupted the widening bands. Apollo growled and backed away from the water a bit, but Adam began to walk into it and stood in the shallows, his eyes scanning the water. He had heard about merfolk, but... Maybe it was just his desperation to see something, someone besides the people who he was stuck with now. Chris smiled. "I'm fine, and everyone seems to have gotten out." He glanced around and saw Adam wading into the water. "No, but someone seems to want a salt water bath." He said, eyeing the teen as he began to drag his hands through the water. It looked like he was searching for something.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 20:22:09 -0800

Eve twisted her head around, picking up on more sensations than she wanted at the moment. She was positive she'd heard something else, off to their left. "What about over there?" She asked him, once again wishing, not for the last time, that she could see for herself. Ina abandoned yapping at the rippling water for the newest arrival. Circling her warily, his black nose twitching with interest, tail fluffed and waving he waited for her to move or speak.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 20:47:46 -0800

Gutarland munched on the coconut and watched at the idiot Englishman started to wade in the water. He ignored the boy in favor of taking another huge bite of the coconut. He closed his eyes and savored the flavor. Delicious. At the sound of the yapping fox, he cracked open an eye at the stranger making her way towards them. "Oi! 'ow d'you get 'ere!?" He yelled through a mouthful of coconut. The head appeared again, further away from the shore this time. The tips of pointed ears could be seen above the surface along with the wet blond hair and hazel eyes. A coaxing finger surfaced as well as the creature beckoned Adam closer. The mischievous grin was hidden under water.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 20:48:13 -0800

Leofwin walked to the shore and saw Adam searching in the water. "What on earth are you- never mind. I don't care."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

werewolfwithwings — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 09:15:28 -0800

Olivette looked down at the fox in surprise. That couldn't be a native. She glanced up at Gutarland. She thought she recognized him from that inn she'd stayed in to wait out that blizzard. These people were suddenly very interesting. "I got transported by some eshu," she said, as if it should have been obvious. She had a Cockney accent. "Never trust one o' them, they're a buncha crooks."

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:19:20 -0800

Adam froze. Oh damn. Slowly he began to back away - he didn't like that expression. "Right, well, um... Carry on." He said slowly, then hurried out of the water towards Apollo. The tiger was snarling at the head, his fur on end down to his tail. Chris glanced over at Gutarland and Olivette. She seemed familiar. "Come on." He said to Eve, laying a hand on her shoulder and walking with her to where they were. "An eshu? What is that?" ((Wow, I'm just really running out of juice here. XD))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

werewolfwithwings — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:24:45 -0800

"A sort of fae. Travellers, storytellers, and conmen, the lot of 'em," said Olivette with a shrug. "Lucky for you if yeh've never met one, but they're right useful if they owe you a favor." The vampiress cocked her head. How would she get out of this place?

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:34:08 -0800

The head glared at Adam as he walked away. Suddenly, the head lifted completely out of the water, revealing a handsome face with cheeks full water. With excellent aim, the man shot a spout of water from his mouth to the back of Adam's head. He shot another one at the cat. He wanted him to come back into the water. Gutarland didn't recognize her at all because he had selective memory and he was in a fit of rage when he was at the inn. "An eshu," He snorted. "They are good-for-nothin's. Could get you killed if you're not careful." He raised a bushy eyebrow at Chris and Eve. It looked like they picked up a bunch of strangers coming from the jungle to this place.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 13:00:10 -0800

"Well, nice to meet you's all around, now, you can all do what you want, but I'm going to explore." Eve could tell just by the sounds of the surf that the island they were on wasn't very big, but at least it would give her something to do. She and Ina loped off through the sand, then she thought better of it and turned around, pacing backward for a few steps before halting and addressing the sea captain, "By the way, since you started this trip, don't you have any idea what's going on?"

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 13:09:30 -0800

Mateo picked himself up from the sand, it was annoyingly getting into exactly everything he was wearing. "Are you ok?" he said, turning on Akir. "And ... did you see that sticking out of the water?" Akir nodded. "Don't worry about me..." he said, looking at Adam. "Don't seem like this is the right time for a bath ...." ((meh ... too tired to make any longer things here...))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 19:40:13 -0800

Leofwin walked through the island. It was small. Oh well. He walked back to the beach, wondering what to do. He didn't care.

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 01:37:46 -0700

((are we waiting on anyone?))

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ArtsyGal — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:04:36 -0800

((Grr, spell check! *scent:))

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ArtsyGal — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:25:22 -0800

((I just have to interject here, I love your writing style! And I love the intro!!!:))

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CatOfManyWhiskers — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:27:06 -0800

((OOC: Thank you! :D))

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ArtsyGal — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:19:10 -0800

((Actually Eve and the fox are out in the stable behind the Inn))

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CatOfManyWhiskers — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:25:08 -0800

((OOC: Ah, sorry! Ok, then, uh, Apollo looked only at Birdo then. XD Sorry for that Artsy, I got a bit confused.))

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ArtsyGal — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:27:13 -0800

((OOC: That's okay:))

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Mello Keehl — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:51:17 -0800

((Baal*))

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CatOfManyWhiskers — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:10:42 -0800

((OOC: *action *had))

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CatOfManyWhiskers — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:42:42 -0800

((OOC: Sorry to interrupt the flow, but I have to say, I love the mental insults. XD Well played Captain.))

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CatOfManyWhiskers — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:50:00 -0800

((OOC: ACK! Italics are not intentional all the way through. XD))

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ArtsyGal — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:47:34 -0800

((Off for now, be back later!))

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CatOfManyWhiskers — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:57:33 -0800

((OOC: See you!))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:44:08 -0800

((OOC: In short - Captain Gutarland (Bee) has stormed in and called for a crew, Adam (me) got seriously POed about it and they, erm, talked, and then Laust (Dark) with Birdo joined in on Gutarland's 'crew.' Adam decided to go because he's got nothing better to do. Meanwhile in the stable out back, Eve (Artsy) had snuggled down with Baal the horse (Mello) when Christopher (me again) comes in and meets her. Lots of tender moments, then they hide when the innkeeper comes out to shut up a riled-up mare, which Christopher gets in a halter and calms down and that's it. :P ))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:54:11 -0800

((eh...you forgot a lot of characters, but then again, they haven't posted in a while.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:55:53 -0800

((I know, but like you said, they haven't posted in a bit, so I wasn't sure how to incorporate them.))

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the flipr kid — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:57:44 -0800

((Kay thanks.))

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Aero3691 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:12:52 -0800

((What about me?! jk I'm fine, my character hasn't done much yet))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:48:23 -0800

((I don't think its too late, go a head and post your character sheets in the discussion form and see what BeeBee says:)) Eve was enjoying the ride immensely. She had never been on a horse before and marveled at the smooth gait, the warmth radiating from the animal, and the fact that she could actually feel the energy through the reins when Christopher handed them to her. "I'm doing just fine, this is so much fun!" She had no knowledge of how sore she was going to be when they finally stopped for the night. But, ignorance was bliss. "But you're going to freeze, I've got an extra cloak in my bag so you should take yours back." She wasn't going to take no for an answer either, "I can't have you freezing, now can I, I'd never speak to you again if you drop off this horse and leave me to my own wits. I'd probably drive him off a cliff." She teased.

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White Lily — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:19:03 -0800

((( have done so now.... =) ))

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ArtsyGal — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:22:03 -0800

((They look great, I'd say go ahead and post if you want, but I didn't start the thread, so I can't. But I'm pretty sure Beebee won't have any problems with you joining.))

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ArtsyGal — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:53:36 -0800

(Wonderful!:D)

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Smartiez101 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:21:33 -0800

(this is a continuation, just so it doesn't appear as a one-liner. Sorry.) Dariah turned to another man carrying a horse in tow. "It's so queer to find so many others in this jungle." She dipped her head in acknowledgement. "How are you?" Yaj jumped as he watched two men walk into the clearing. He cleared his throat and stuck his hand out, "I'm Yaj. Who might you be?"

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Smartiez101 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:23:06 -0800

(need. an. edit. button. It's only one man, not two men.)

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ArtsyGal — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:39:26 -0800

((Everyone set out on the trail through the mountains, were attacked by a dragon. Adam tried to blow something up and ended up transporting the entire group into a hot, humid jungle where they were stumbled upon by four more people, and now they're running from natives mounted on big lizards. . . . . I don't remember the last time you posted so you could just say they were with the group.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:17:53 -0800

((OOC: Actually I haven't so feel free to translate.))

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Aero3691 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:39:45 -0800

((Boy? He's 100-500 years old. Admittedly he doesn't look it, but oh well XD))

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CatOfManyWhiskers — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:51:14 -0800

((OOC: I know. I know. When he says 'get back' he means 'get back farther in the cave.'))

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Aero3691 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:29:23 -0800

((uh, hope I didn't go overboard.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:48:16 -0800

((OOC: Maaaaybe a little. ;) No biggie, just keep in mind that no character can be all powerful and totally invicible/the luckiest one.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:58:07 -0800

((yeah, I'm probably going to give him a check/balance thing. XD))

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Aero3691 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:11:15 -0800

((There, how's that for a balancing effect?))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:12:32 -0800

((OOC: Better! I know this sounds a bit inside-out, but remember, just because it's fantasy doesn't mean it needs to defy all laws of physics or sensibility. XD))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:22:47 -0800

((Well, it makes sense when we have no idea what the blast that sent them there really was. It could have any number of side effects, especially since my character was partly responsible for it. XD))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:56:12 -0800

((OOC: I believe it's like this Cave 1: Laust, Birdo, Gutarland, Apollo, Adam, Leofwin, Akir Cave 2: Chris, Eve, Dariah, Yaj, Mateo. Cave 1 is trying to head into the tunnel in the back but Gutarland just got hit by the javelin as you can see. Cave 2 is just getting into the back and they need help getting through the dark despite Mateo's light. I mean, you never know, right?))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:59:46 -0800

((OOC: Okay, thanks:))

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Aero3691 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:21:38 -0800

((Gah, didn't see your post!))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:27:19 -0800

((It's fine. :P Ninja-ing happens.))

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CatOfManyWhiskers — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:38:20 -0800

((Let's say he did help Adam get Gutarland onto Apollo in the end. The result is the same even if the middle part is different!))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:40:42 -0800

((O)C: Ohh, back-story! I smell hints of intriguing back-story! I'd reply, but don't think what I could come up with at the moment would be entirely legible. So, I'll be back tomorrow:))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 11:51:52 -0800

((OOC: Bump.))

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CatOfManyWhiskers — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:41:29 -0800

((OOC: Indeed! XD And I'll see you tomorrow then. :3))

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White Lily — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:20:41 -0800

(((drat .... I only copied that summary in to keep track of who is with my characters ... )))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 13:52:45 -0800

((OOC: Don't worry, we'd let you know:))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:50:16 -0800

((I second this.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 20:04:22 -0800

((OOC: You missed ONE page. ;P You're on page 8. But, so far, Adam/Gutarland/Leofwin/Laust/Birdo are still where they were before, with Gutarland on Apollo's back in cave 1. Meanwhile Chris is caught in a side tunnel of another cave reliving some painful memories, while in the main area of cave 2 there are Mateo/Eve/Dariah and Yaj.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 20:06:27 -0800

((Really? *looks up* Oh... yeah....))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:30:53 -0800

((You'll want Dariah. She's the drow and the female. Yaj's the guy.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 21:28:43 -0800

((OOC: WHY AM I STILL ON HERE!? I SHOULD BE DOING SCHOOL (or asleep, *sigh*)!! Anyway... Bump.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:32:43 -0800

((OOC: Well, I made him react that way because of his obvious bad past of being made to kill people with his gift. You can have him react similarly, but I kind of stuck them in there also because it could be a kind of burial of the natives, somewhere they laid the dead who succumbed to the creature in the other part of the cave. That is if that's what you intended, Artsy. :P))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

White Lily — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:39:27 -0800

((( and no .... not all of that second half was meant to be in italics. Sorry. EDIT-button please..... )))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:56:19 -0800

((OOC: Sorry for the shortness, I'm just meh today.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:47:27 -0800

((Bumping so it doesn't get buried))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:45:28 -0800

((Yea, and I think Cat needs to post to because some of our characters are kind of stuck))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:49:53 -0800

((Eh, Cat's gone till Thurs.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Beebee2121 — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:55:01 -0800

((I think we can wait until Cat comes back. I'll bump it on Thursday.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 20:01:39 -0800

((It's okay Cat, we know life gets busy:) Good to see. .. well, I guess it's hear, from you!))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 20:02:13 -0800

((*you* *headdesk*))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

CatOfManyWhiskers — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 06:38:25 -0800

((Woops, sorry. ^^;; My bad.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

Aero3691 — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 13:34:36 -0800

((It's okay. He looks human, just with gray hair and a few things slightly different.))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 18:22:48 -0800

((Don't worry, we'll come up with something:) I've got something really epic planned for my character but am waiting for the right circumstances:D))

Re: Road to Nowhere RP Thread

ArtsyGal — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 09:40:51 -0700

((My character did ask the captain a question, but other than that I think we're just waiting for people to post, period:))