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Post by athn64 on Jun 27, 2017 11:35:58 GMT -6
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Post by athn64 on Jun 27, 2017 11:40:23 GMT -6
The Swallowtail festival is about to begin! The people of Sandpoint tallk excitedly as they make their way out to the square before the church. Many of them talk about the new cathedral that was just finished and how this festival will be better than the last.
There are many travelers in town for the event as well, and stalls have been erected in the streets to sell food and souvenirs to the festival goers. Talk of the games is also ripe in the crowd. Some are boasting about their skills while their friends laugh and shake their heads. The crowd begins to quiet as they wait Mayor Deverin's speech.
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Post by auri on Jun 27, 2017 14:30:46 GMT -6
Sena walks towards the cathedral, intent on going inside to pray. Seeing the crowd outside the church, she moves to join them. I hope that Sarenrae will forgive my tardiness. This speech could be important.
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Post by athn64 on Jun 27, 2017 14:37:04 GMT -6
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Post by sphen on Jun 27, 2017 18:23:26 GMT -6
Coinstone pushes through the crowd from his low height, intent on the food and drink. He asks the locals as he goes about the fireworks he has heard may be a part of the celebration.
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Post by bonzo on Jun 27, 2017 21:46:55 GMT -6
Fijit and Peetree ride into town. After tying her velociraptor up at the hitching post (much to the chagrin of the horses nearby) Fijit weaves through the crowd. Although she doesn't often make it into town from her home in the forest, she is excited to join in today's celebration.
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Post by mischief on Jun 27, 2017 22:25:23 GMT -6
Novalia scans the crowd gathering in the square as she dances, smiling at the men who stop to leer at her, hoping they'll show their appreciation with coin. With a final flourish she wraps herself in her cloak and seamlessly disappears into the crowd.
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Post by athn64 on Jun 28, 2017 7:23:24 GMT -6
The four keynote speakers each deliver short but well-recieved welcomes to the festival. Mayor Deverin's friendly attitude and excitement prove contagious as she welcomes visitors to town and jokes about how even Larz Rovanky, the local tanner (and notorious workaholic), managed to tear himself away from the tannery to attend. Sheriff Belor Hemlock brings the crowd dow a bit with his dour mood, his reminder to be safe around the evening's bonfire, and his request for a moment of silence to remember those who lost their lives in the fire that claimed the town's previous church several years ago.
The next speaker is scheduled to be local nobleman Lonjiku Kaijitsu, but a sudden illness has prevented him from attending the ceremony (this isn't something that surprises the locals, given Lonjiku's well-known dislike of frivolity and fesitvals). Sandpoint's own showman Cyrdak Drokkus is more than up to the challenge. He delivers a not-conpletely-irreverent recap of the long process the town went through to finance and construct the new cathedral. He throws in a bit of self-promotion at the end, as is his wont, inviting everyone to check out his new production of "The Harpy's Curse", revealing that the lead role of Avisera the harpy queen will be played by none other than the famous Magnimarian diva Allishanda! Finally, Father Zantus steps up to give a short speech thanking everyone for coming before declaring the Swallowtail festival underway.
You can all decide what you want to do now. There are various games, including tug of war, archery, arm wrestling, weight lifting, hide-and-seek, sack races, three legged races, etc. There are also food and souvenir stalls.
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Post by sphen on Jun 28, 2017 7:28:19 GMT -6
Having left his shield and most of his weapons behind at the inn, Coinstone feels relatively unburdened and finds the festive mood contagious. Finishing his drink quickly, he heads towards the tug-o-war and arm wrestling contests. He is hoping to find a worthy opponent in a town full of humans.
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Post by auri on Jun 28, 2017 9:34:36 GMT -6
Sena looks wistfully at the hustle and bustle of the festival as she walks into the cathedral. Perhaps I shall join them after paying my respects. Duty first, then fun.
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Post by bonzo on Jun 28, 2017 14:03:54 GMT -6
Fijit heads to the souvenir stalls, delighted by all of the shiny things on display. One of her favorite things to do at human festivals is to browse all the beautiful options of shiny trinkets available. I wonder if I'll find something new for my collection...
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Post by mischief on Jun 28, 2017 21:52:00 GMT -6
Novalia stops for a moment to admire the newly constructed cathedral before making her way to the tavern. I think I've earned a drink. Then perhaps some shopping.
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Post by athn64 on Jul 2, 2017 18:05:15 GMT -6
sphenThere is a crowd gathering near where the feats of strength will take place. The arm wrestling tournament is about to begin. Tug of War is later, as many citizens look to find their partners from the finalists of arm wrestling. Once Coinstone signs up, he is placed on the roster to face a variety of opponents. Up first is, surprisingly, another dwarf. He introduces himself as the local locksmith, Volioker Briskalberd. Make a series of 3 strength checks
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Post by athn64 on Jul 2, 2017 18:06:18 GMT -6
auriThe cathedral is as grand as the rumors said. There is a homage to six of the most revered deities in the area, include Sarenrae. The chapel is empty except for Father Zantus, as everyone else is out enjoying the festival. He approaches. "Welcome. What brings you inside on such a fine day?"
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Post by sphen on Jul 2, 2017 18:08:23 GMT -6
Coinstone grin splits his dark black beard when he sees another dwarf in town. Town is alright, he thinks. Can't wait to see what other surprises I get today.
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Post by athn64 on Jul 2, 2017 18:17:51 GMT -6
bonzoThe souvenir stands have drawn a small crowd of shoppers. The main merchants in town have set up with ares to commemorate this historic festival, including the jeweler, the tanner, the book seller, etc. Even the armory has a stall. Only the glassworks is absent, which again is no surprise, as Lonjiku finds such paltry workings beneath his dignity. Shayliss Vinder, the daughter of Ven Vinder, who owns the General Store, is working the stand and calls to Fijit, trying to entice her to come over and look at what she has to offer.
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Post by athn64 on Jul 2, 2017 18:20:05 GMT -6
mischief, Novalia finds her way to where the proprietor of the Rusty Dragon is set up with food and ale. She introduces herself as Ameiko and passes Novalia a drink. "No charge today, on account of the festival. Is this your first time in Sandpoint?"
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Post by auri on Jul 2, 2017 21:43:24 GMT -6
Sena smiles at Father Zantus. "May Sarenrae's light shine upon you Father. I am Sister Sena. I have come to offer my services to you, and pray to our Lady Dawnfire."
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Post by bonzo on Jul 3, 2017 17:01:24 GMT -6
Fijit makes her way to the General Store's stand, and begins to browse the goods offered. "How is the festival going?" she asks the lady who beckoned her over.
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Post by mischief on Jul 3, 2017 17:41:55 GMT -6
Novalia accepts her drink with a grateful smile. Thank you. I've passed through several times, but this is my first time being in town for the festival. Its quite lovely.
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Post by athn64 on Jul 3, 2017 18:41:56 GMT -6
Volioker makes a valiant attempt, but is no match for Coinstone's strength. He beats the other dwarf without much effort. A number of other opponents wish to test themselves on him now.
Strength Checks: 1d20+0 = 3+0 = 3 1d20+0=5+0=5 1d20+0=7+0=7
If you wish to continue competing, give me 5 more strength checks, one for each opponent until the "final round"
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Post by athn64 on Jul 3, 2017 18:47:24 GMT -6
Sena smiles at Father Zantus. "May Sarenrae's light shine upon you Father. I am Sister Sena. I have come to offer my services to you, and pray to our Lady Dawnfire." "I appreciate your offer, and will certainly come to you if need arises, though I would suggest you enjoy the festival. We will soon be releasing the Swallowtails in honor of Desna. It is quite the sight, I assure you. If you have any questions, I will answer them as well as I may." With that he falls silent, offers his own prayers to the gods and turns to leave.
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Post by athn64 on Jul 3, 2017 18:50:03 GMT -6
Fijit makes her way to the General Store's stand, and begins to browse the goods offered. "How is the festival going?" she asks the lady who beckoned her over. Shayliss bites her lip and glances over her shoulder before smiling broadly and answering, "Father won't let me have any fun. But it's shaping up to be a grand one this year." She gestures to the tables overflowing with little baubles. "Is there is something I can help you find? We have the best goods around."
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Post by athn64 on Jul 3, 2017 18:52:59 GMT -6
Novalia accepts her drink with a grateful smile. Thank you. I've passed through several times, but this is my first time being in town for the festival. Its quite lovely. "No place quite like it" Ameiko agrees. "I adventured myself for a little while, but the town called me home. I bought this place to enjoy my retirement." Ameiko refills Novalia's glass. "They have really outdone themselves this year. Mayor Deverin and Father Zantus agreed that it needed to be grand to celebrate the new Cathedral. A new start all around."
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Post by sphen on Jul 3, 2017 20:31:08 GMT -6
Coinstone would not quite now, not after such an easy win, and will continue for as long as he can. Ha! This looks like it could be the best fun I've had all week! STR 1: 18 STR 2: 14 STR 3: 9 STR 4: 23 (crit) STR 5: 17
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Post by auri on Jul 3, 2017 21:11:01 GMT -6
Sena offers a quick prayer to Sarenrae. Sarenrae, may you bless this day with beauty and light. "I have never seen the releasing of the Swallowtails before. Is there a place you would recommend watching from?" She asked, following him outside.
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Post by athn64 on Jul 5, 2017 18:52:23 GMT -6
sphen, 1d20+1=16+1=17 1d20+2=17+2=19 1d20+1=5+1=6 1d20+0=5+0=5 1d20+4=9+4=13Coinstone spends the rest of the morning arm wrestling with various townfolk. He loses only once, and that is enough to send him to the final round. He gets a break before that as it is time for the Swallowtails to be released.
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Post by athn64 on Jul 5, 2017 18:58:35 GMT -6
Sena offers a quick prayer to Sarenrae. Sarenrae, may you bless this day with beauty and light. "I have never seen the releasing of the Swallowtails before. Is there a place you would recommend watching from?" She asked, following him outside. " I recommend making sure you have a clear view of the wagon." Father Zantus replies. Father Zantus leaves to help his acolytes wheel a wagon into the square. He then quickly recounts the short parable of how Desna first fell to earth and was nursed back to health by a blind chief whom she transformed into an immortal buttefly as a reward for her aid. Then they draw back the cover and release a thousand of Desna's children. A furious swarm of butterflies swarm into the air in a spiraling cheer of color to a great cheer from the crowd. It is a magnificent site. Children dance around trying to catch one as the adults laugh and head towards lunch, which is freely provided by the taverns.
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Post by bonzo on Jul 5, 2017 19:05:36 GMT -6
Fijit makes her way to the General Store's stand, and begins to browse the goods offered. "How is the festival going?" she asks the lady who beckoned her over. Shayliss bites her lip and glances over her shoulder before smiling broadly and answering, "Father won't let me have any fun. But it's shaping up to be a grand one this year." She gestures to the tables overflowing with little baubles. "Is there is something I can help you find? We have the best goods around."Fijit looks around the stand and shrugs. " I'm not sure. Do you have a harness large enough for a dinosaur? It's always hard to find gear for him."
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Post by athn64 on Jul 5, 2017 19:12:30 GMT -6
Shayliss bites her lip and glances over her shoulder before smiling broadly and answering, "Father won't let me have any fun. But it's shaping up to be a grand one this year." She gestures to the tables overflowing with little baubles. "Is there is something I can help you find? We have the best goods around."Fijit looks around the stand and shrugs. " I'm not sure. Do you have a harness large enough for a dinosaur? It's always hard to find gear for him." "I'm not sure, I'll have to look around." She turns and rummages through her merchandise. "Alas, it seems we do not. I am sorry that I cannot help you!"1d%+1d10 = 50+4 = 54 I gave you a 10% chance they have the right exoctic saddle because it's a small town.
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