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MyceElffe	A Drakkin enters the Shady Dragon Inn...	Lead	[-]
Posts: 2 (08/09/11 5:16 PM) Cere Bellum Sigil of the Tenacious Awakening Order of the Arcane Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	Tags : None ... sticking to the shadows, he smoothly moves to one of the tables in the back, and sits so that he can observe the entrance. He waves his hand in an understated circle and mugs of ale appear, smoking from the cold of being wrenched into the physical plane. Cere takes the mug closest to him, lifts it to his lips and tastes the ambrosia he's beckoned from his memory and the ethereal. He looks around the room, stopping at each of the eyes weighing him, and smiles. "Come, enjoy," he says, "first round's on me!" He glances at the barkeep and asks forgiveness for the imposition on the tavern's sales with his eyes.
Starlene Antares		#1	[-]
Posts: 10761 (08/09/11 5:53 PM) The Rising Sun Sigil of the Twilight Sky Grand Sigil of the Holy Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	Starlene glances up from her reading and raises her eyebrows with an amused look forming on her face. The half elf doesn't normally drink so early in the day, but if it's free, why not? She walks up to the bar and asks Phil for a porter, and then turns to the drakkin with a smile. "That's one way to make a good first impression. I'm Starlene Antares, Sigil of the Twilight Sky. Who might you be?"
MyceElffe		#2	[-]
Posts: 3 (08/10/11 12:06 AM) Cere Bellum Sigil of the Tenacious Awakening Order of the Arcane Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	The Drakkin returns the half-elf's smile and salutes her with his mug and a nod. "I'm Cere. I'm pleased to meet you, m'Lady," looking down at the table full of untouched ale, he wonders if he can manage to wrest the esssenge of a grape with mana-wrangling. "I figured I'd stop for a bit, and see if the realm suits me. I've been cursed and blessed by a magic I don't quite understand - I find myself waking outside of my own body and my own reality, and having to relive parts of my own past or parts of pasts I've never seen. Perhaps, I might find myself stuck in one of these odd awakenings sometime," he sighed and looked around, "in case that day comes, I expect that I'll find that any allies I'm able to find upon that awakening will be there to support me." "Just as," he continues, looking at Starlene with eyes much older than his body seemed to be, "will the enemies I've encountered in realm after realm."
Starlene Antares		#3	[-]
Posts: 10764 (08/10/11 11:08 AM) The Rising Sun Sigil of the Twilight Sky Grand Sigil of the Holy Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	Starlene blinks at the Drakkin's strange tale and wonders if he could be telling the truth. Stranger things have happened to people... For the first time in a long time she sadly thinks of her old friend Sebbal. He had disappeared apparently trapped in some other dimension, able to appear only briefly and sporadically in this one. They had tried numerous magical ways to contact him, but all have failed. Would she ever see the necromancer again? "Can you control this? This magic that allows you to walk out of your body and travel to different realms? Are you able to do it on demand?"
MyceElffe		#4	[-]
Posts: 4 (08/10/11 2:35 PM) Cere Bellum Sigil of the Tenacious Awakening Order of the Arcane Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	"Not completely," Cere replied, "there are times that I am trapped in the sleeping, between the body that I perceive as my real body, and between what I call an 'awakening,' such as this one... but, it seems the more ties I make during an awakening, the more often and more strongly I manifest and return to that reality." The Drakkin smiles sadly as he meets her eyes, "but, as my presence here indicates, even ties as strong as those that bind my soul to the body I was born in are, they're not strong enough to hold me to my own self. I would guess that I have been, as I said, cursed or blessed by a being whose powers I don't understand, and whom I don't remember..." He took a deep breath, then sighed. "Many times, when I wake in my own skin, I no longer feel complete, as I did before all this started. I originally would wake in my own reality, but not in my body. I would grow in knowledge and power with the gifts of a healer, a hearty warrior or even one of the mind masters. I learned from those experiences what to expect on my journeys, when I happened to form temporary or long-term alliances, and how to be of more help to them. "After years of this type of awakening, I began waking in realms which were familiar, yet none of my former allies could be found. That is how I have come to believe that I am experiencing other realities. That must be it, else I am going mad - and have been for too long, as I am becoming comfortable with the madness!"
Starlene Antares		#5	[-]
Posts: 10765 (08/10/11 3:42 PM) The Rising Sun Sigil of the Twilight Sky Grand Sigil of the Holy Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	Though she tries to give him the benefit of a doubt, Starlene holds her tongue, nearly wanting to agree with the Drakkin that he is in fact mad. She has never really gotten used to the newly created race the dragons formed by transforming humans with dragon blood, and they still made her a bit uncomfortable. Viertania was the sole exception so far, but maybe it helped that she unlike other Drakkins, somehow retained her human memories. Instead, Starlene politely sips at her drink and nods. Finally, she finds a point to interject. "So, Cere, do you plan to try and visit here for long? I'm sure we have spare room in the Inn should you want to stay here for a bit. All that switching between realms must be tiring!" Last Edited By: Starlene Antares 08/10/11 3:44 PM. Edited 1 times.
MyceElffe		#6	[-]
Posts: 5 (08/10/11 5:24 PM) Cere Bellum Sigil of the Tenacious Awakening Order of the Arcane Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	Cere takes in Starlene's question and feels her doubts about him and his mind in her guarded tone. "I would like to say 'Absolutely!,' but to be honest, the ties that hold me here so far are tenuous, at best. The two people that I've met so far that have been more than just passing faces in the crowd have been you, and that bard in the corner that's watching us now. I have heard rumors that a friend who disappeared from my own realm has appeared in this realm - but, unlike me, in her own flesh. "I admit, I am tired and seeking a haven - but the 'blessing' that tears me from my own reality is not wholly of my control. I have friends so close that I consider them family in my own reality, but each time I wake up in my own skin, it seems fewer and fewer of them can be found. It may be that my yearning for the same feeling of home is the catalyst that has allowed this wretched madness to take hold in my mind, if it is, indeed, madness... but if it is madness, m'Lady, then you are but a part of that madness." He smiled to show no ill intent, "But, if so, the madness is being more kind to me lately than it has in the past."
Starlene Antares		#7	[-]
Posts: 10766 (08/10/11 5:36 PM) The Rising Sun Sigil of the Twilight Sky Grand Sigil of the Holy Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	"I'm saddened to hear you've have friends leave. I've certainly seen many Sigils come and go over the years, but there's a strong core of us still that are able to accomplish things. I hope you'll be able to meet more of us soon." She takes a long sip of her drink and her blue eyes twinkle a little as she laughs. "Keep offering to buy free drinks like this, and I'm sure more will be shortly, and you'll make plenty of new friends this way."
Scarlota		#8	[-]
Posts: 77 (08/10/11 9:05 PM) Sigil of the Staid Inflamer Grand Sigil of the Arcane Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	<Scarlota enters just as the Drakkin makes mention of only having met two people that are more than 'passing faces in a crowd' and frowns slightly at the comment having never felt she was less than memorable. After the briefest of pauses to reflect upon the difficulties Cere mentioned having when they spoke, Scarlota moves gracefully over to the table where he sits with numerous mugs in front of him and waits for a pause> "Pardon my jumping into your conversation Starlene, I had been checking in every so often to see if Cere made it into the Inn or not. The other day the door seemed to be blocked by a very nasty fog and even Shalkai and myself could not enter. It was most annoying, especially considering our new acquaintence here wanted to visit." <Scarlota turns to the Drakkin who happens to be a fellow mage> "Cere!!! It is very nice to see you found your way through that fog and into the Shady Dragon. I also see all the reality hopping has made you thirsty. Or could you just not decide what to drink? <she gives a short laugh> "Have you had any luck finding your friend yet? I'm sorry what was her name again?? I have been so busy with my studies and unable to look for her and forgotten who I am even looking for." <she stands next to the table with an interested look awaiting a response> Last Edited By: Scarlota 08/10/11 9:36 PM. Edited 3 times.
MyceElffe		#9	[-]
Posts: 6 (08/10/11 11:18 PM) Cere Bellum Sigil of the Tenacious Awakening Order of the Arcane Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	Cere's eyes widen - he had forgotten the assistance Scarlota had given him until he saw her lean Elven face again. Blushing, he realized that she was part of this reality, this realm. "I must be getting old, to have misremembered her kindness and assistance," he told himself. To Scarlota, Cere spoke, "Forgive me, Miss Scarlota, I did arrive, and I had forgotten when our paths had crossed. Days become nights, here becomes there ... I'm babbling. Please," he continued, "be welcome at the table, join us in conversation and in refreshments. "I have not yet caught sight of Tavrah, the cleric I told you about - but the rumors I have heard hint that she has already formed an alliance among friends that were either here already, or like her, had somehow been able to come here in her own flesh and age, rather than being born anew here as I have been." The Drakkin takes a long draw from his mug, then frowns. "It seems that I may be isolated here for the duration of my awakening, unless I find allies whom I can help..." he notes Sarlota's and Starlene's suppressed smiles at that, "remember - help does take strange forms at times, and comes from odd sources. Though I am the least of you physically and in accomplishments in your realm, I am willing to give my all to my allies."
Scarlota		#10	[-]
Posts: 79 (08/11/11 1:14 AM) Sigil of the Staid Inflamer Grand Sigil of the Arcane Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	<Scarlota nods and reaches for one of the mugs as she takes a seat across from Cere> "I am not normally one for much drink, my alcohol tolerance is very poor indeed, but I will sip at it while we all chat. You need no forgiveness but if it will ease your mind...I accept your apology. Perhaps I can be of further assistance by way of giving your soul a reason to settle here among us. I cannot offer to show you around, ask any of my fellow Sigils....although I am known as Staid Inflammer, I often say myself I should have had the Sigil of Everlost. I can offer to accompany you in your adventures here however. I have always been willing to tag along when someone wants a bit of company. I do however have a question, you are not suddenly going to go 'poof' in the middle of something are you? I mean....you did say your soul is being thrown hither and yon. Perhaps your soul bind spell is not working well and someone else should perform one on you?? I am happy to do so if you wish." <She leans back in her seat and sips her mug while looking directly into Cere's eyes wanting to assure him of her true interest in helping his situation>
Aambross		#11	[-]
Posts: 277 (08/11/11 1:18 AM) Sigil of Conflicting Passion Order of the Mighty Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	A red and pink gnome bursts through the door to the Inn "Okay lasses, I heard there's a crazy dragon boy 'ere, an' I mean to meet him. If he's comfortable with his own madness, then we already have much in common! Bwahahaha" Aambross sits down with the Drakkin and ladies of the Sigils. Looking again to the Drakkin, he exclaims," Where are me manners boy? I am Aambross Mechnikov, Sigil of Conflicting Passions, at yer service, whenever I have the time, o'course...bwahahaha!!" Aambross holds out his hand to the Drakkin, and pulls out his flask with his other hand.
MyceElffe		#12	[-]
Posts: 7 (08/11/11 1:29 AM) Cere Bellum Sigil of the Tenacious Awakening Order of the Arcane Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	Sighing with relief to know he had caused no offense, Cere replies, "it is very rare indeed that I am ripped from an awakening. Most usually, after I have been adventuring and am setting up my camp that I have drifted in the past. I have no idea the number of campfires that have burned themselves out with a pot of water beside them... but, no, m'Lady - the only things in my memory that have ripped me from my awareness of the reality have been temporary loss of consciousness.. rare though they may be - I have been trapped within my mind, unable to feel my own body for a few moments... but I have been told that once, I was 'visibly absent' for a week, though I was still bound to that reality."
MyceElffe		#13	[-]
Posts: 8 (08/11/11 1:40 AM) Cere Bellum Sigil of the Tenacious Awakening Order of the Arcane Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	Cere takes the proffered gn()me's hand in a welcomed grasp. "Please forgive my asking - have you spent much time among the Dwarves? Help yourself to some of this ale, if it satisfies your taste... there's plenty more where it came from!" The young mage looks at his fingers, and winks at Aambross, " I am called Cere, in this place... and it's my pleasure to make your acquaintance!"
Starlene Antares		#14	[-]
Posts: 10767 (08/11/11 11:16 AM) The Rising Sun Sigil of the Twilight Sky Grand Sigil of the Holy Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	"Tavrah." Starlene murmurs the name aloud to help commit it to her memory. "I'll keep an eye out for her as well. What race does she belong to if I may ask? Also have you attempted to send a message via a scroll to her? Norrath does have a very reliable internal mail delivery system set up these days."
MyceElffe		#15	[-]
Posts: 9 (08/11/11 11:46 AM) Cere Bellum Sigil of the Tenacious Awakening Order of the Arcane Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	"She is a Tier' Dal, and, yes - I have sent a couple of scrolls. I have not received a reply, so I do not know if she has not received them, if they were interrupted on their way to her or if she has chosen not to answer." Cere smirks, "Most of the communications I've participated in are in the foyer around the Hero's Chair, before the hallway to the neighborhoods. I hear people offering prices unseen since the days of wrangling for banded armor in North Freeport, before the calamity that wiped all traces of that place from the realms." Last Edited By: MyceElffe 08/11/11 7:11 PM. Edited 1 times.
Starlene Antares		#16	[-]
Posts: 10768 (08/11/11 12:28 PM) The Rising Sun Sigil of the Twilight Sky Grand Sigil of the Holy Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	"In this realm, trading was never done extensively in North Freeport, at least as far as l know. The tunnel in the Commonlands or Greater Faydark were the places to be for trading until the bazaar was opened on Luclin." Starlene finishes off her drink. "If you'll excuse me, Cere, I have others matters to tend to today. I hope I'll be seeing you around again soon." He's a strange one, Starlene decides, but he seems friendly enough. I don't think I would mind having him around. She turns to the high elf and gnome. "Conflicting Passion, Staid Inflamer, please take good care of our guest. If we're lucky, he might succeed in answering the Call, provided of course his willingness to spend more time in this realm. I sincerely hope that will be come the outcome." The druidess smiles to the drakkin and takes her leave. Last Edited By: Starlene Antares 08/11/11 12:31 PM. Edited 2 times.
Aambross		#17	[-]
Posts: 278 (08/11/11 2:03 PM) Sigil of Conflicting Passion Order of the Mighty Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	Aambross looks at Cere intently, eyeing him, measuring him "Dwarves? hah, indeed i spent many years with them bearded fellers, but ye know, yer only meetin one Aambross, just ye wait boy, there be plenty more ta come, and much ta drink!!! So, in honor of me new best friend at the drinkin table," Aambross turns toward Phil and yells," Bartender! A round of only yer finest and strongest brew for the table please!" Looking back to the table, he pulls out a large sack of coins. "Order anything ye like little dragon man, and you as well Staid Inflamer, nothin's to good ter be ordered here, ye better believe that! hahaha" Pulling out a book titled "Sarnak Torture", he patiently awaits the arrival of his booze, watching the bartender like a hawk....
Scarlota		#18	[-]
Posts: 82 (08/11/11 5:53 PM) Sigil of the Staid Inflamer Grand Sigil of the Arcane Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	<Scarlota eyes all the mugs already on the table as Aambross orders even MORE drinks brought over, then she glances at the door looking a bit hopeful> "I certainly hope that more are going to show up to help with all this. If not I fear I will be watching the two of you work your way through all these spirits alone. I most certainly cannot drink more than the one in front of me, and that is going to take a while by itself. I guess it is a way to work on my tolerence in any event." <she turns to look directly at Aambross> "It is certainly good to see you back in the realm. I received the news scroll you sent. It was most entertaining and I look forward to more now that you are back. I have missed them!!" <the high elf turns to address Cere once again to offer an explaination> "Aambross here is not only a lyrical speaker, he does quite well at providing an entertaining little newsletter when time permits for him to work on it. Maybe he can get more Sigils involved in the writing of it so that he does not have to do all the work. There are several who are great tale weavers. Some of which might benefit from the use of parchment and quill to express themselves and thereby keep meetings from being too long winded." <she pauses to lift her mug to her lips, taking a tiny sip of the contents>
MyceElffe		#19	[-]
Posts: 10 (08/11/11 7:19 PM) Cere Bellum Sigil of the Tenacious Awakening Order of the Arcane Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	I "Absinthe, if you will... I think that should go well with this ale!" Saluting the gn()me with his half-empty mug, the Drakkin downs the remainder. He tosses the empty mug in the air, then disincorperates it with a wave of his hand. "From mana you came, to mana you'll return," he says in a cheerful voice. Picking up another mug, Cere looks at the barkeep first, then at the bard still seated at the table near the door.
Dalidene		#20	[-]
Posts: 1 (08/11/11 10:00 PM) Sigil of the Maze Order of the Holy Reply Quote More My Recent Posts	she steps through the doorway in search of her cousin and smirks as the mug disintegrates in midair taking note that Scarlota is sitting at the table with the showoff mage "Scar!! the Drakkin druid calls from across the room to gain attention then moves swiftly across to the table, takes a chair and turns it backwards before plopping down on it "You don't usually hang out in bars, what are you doing? Shouldn't you be working on some quest or one of your many mind dulling skills?" she looks into the mugs and pulls a face "What ARE you drinking? That stuff looks more like a potion that your liable to grow scales from than a drink. Let me get us a couple of decent glasses of Elven wine, shall I?" she jumps back up and moves over to the bar, noticing the bartender heard her and was already getting the glasses she stands and waits for them patiently