Jupingatna

[Kimdir]

"Well, I'm sorry, but as far as I knew, you were just a dagger master. A thousand pardons. Shiori wanted to learn to use daggers from Palandir, but he suggested that she learn from you, the dagger master."

 

[Amras]

"Ah, so a warrior yet to be." Amras turns and says to Shiori.

 

[DUNEBRAKE]

I did not mention your martial arts skills since that is not what she desired to learn, although you are skilled in that area. No word from the king yet?... i'm dying of boredom in this castle. If it weren't for the new recruit here i dare say that i would have left to go on my own mission this morning.

 

[Jenka]

Shiori turned to look at Amras. "I would not be so inclined to become a dagger-master, I do, however, have experience as a martial-artist. Being a dancer one has to be both strong and flexable, also my..occupation sometimes includes the company of a lesser, more dangerous man, so learning how to defend myself, was a given."

She spread her hands out infront of her. "As you can see, I do not have much to offer, except that of attentivness and a willingness to learn."

Shiori turned to Palindir. "Really? You then know of a mission you would be assigned? That is a blessing, I am still just waiting." She sighed lightly.

"However I am still just as anxious to find the food hall and enjoy something to eat." She grinned.

Shiori's hand fiddled with a leather thong around her neck. A feather was attached at the center, and four differnt coloured beads also adorned it. One was red, the other gold, the next geen, then blue.

"Well my good gentlemen, should we find some food?" She grinned.

((I prefer to create longer posts then just 'once-sentance' posts, so if no one else wants to I can discribe the dining area...Also, it's really hard to read some of the posts without quotations ( " ") It takes me a read-over to realize that the charecter is either talking or has stopped. ))

 

[DUNEBRAKE]

((if its in ooc that you are talking in put them in double quotations like so. if its only in single parenthesis than it is INSIDE of game play. I will add the quotations whenever i speak from now and all other players should try and do this also to keep things easy to read . Also i like to make more than one sentence posts as well its just that there are allot of people communicating at once and i am trying to let everyone do what they want with their character and also have been very busy so havent had time to make any longer ones.))

Palandir continued down the smooth stone hall that was hung with tapestries and soon reached the massive double doors that led to the dinning hall. Throwing all his weight and muscle into the massive, solid oak doors he forced them open. "Welcome to the dinning hall Shiori..." Palandir didn't bother keeping his gaze straight as he normally did but let his eyes wander over the majesty of the great hall. Tapestries hung in the hall as they did in all of the other rooms of the castle but these were finely crafted and trimmed with golden thread. On them the most heroic deeds of old were shown in magnificent detail and splendor. Palandir paused his wandering eyes as they came to rest on the tapestry at the far end of the hall. This tapestry depicted a man preparing to strike the death blow to a fearsome but defeated beast... Palandir knew that it was his father but at this time preferred to keep his genealogy to himself. Allowing his eyes to continue their search he found himself looking at the long and intricately carved wooden table that almost ran the entire length of the great hall... the suns rays illuminating it. All of the many chairs that sat around the great table bore the same intricate design that was found on the table itself. The floor was made up of huge marble stones that were as smooth as ice. The windows in the hall allowed the suns early, golden rays to pass through them and into the room, adding to the majesty of the great hall. Palandir only just kept his breath... and he had been here before.

 

[AmazonPanther]

Lamar and his sister Galen walked toward the castle. Neither of them spoke as they walked inside and made their way towards the recruiter's table. They both took a form and filled it out.

Name: Lamar
Age: 20
Gender: Male
Class: Pickpocket
Eventually become: Footman
Weapon: Bronze sword
Affinity: Dark
Description: 6', short black hair, black eyes, dark skin, not very muscular but strong
Reason for fighting: Both parents killed and needed a way to take care of himself and his little sister while running from their enemies, so they could get protection from a government

Name: Galen
Age: 17
Gender:Female
Class: Archer
Eventually become: Pickpocket
Weapon: Oak bow, Bronze arrows
Affinity: Light
Description: 5' 7", long white hair, light blue eyes, dark skin, slender but strong
Reason for fighting: Both parents killed came with her brother and convinced him against his will to let her join while running from their enemies, so they could get protection from a government

They were outfitted and started exploring the castle to find their rooms, dining hall, and basically someone...

 

[Kimdir]

After seeing this grandeur, Apollo said "Well, this is amazing. But, I think I will go practice again. You know where to find me if you need me." He darted off, becoming lost in the corridors of a moment, then, after getting his bearnings straight, darted down the central corridor. As he got near the entrance, he darted up the stone steps, grabbed his bow from beside his bed, and raced back downstairs. As he went out the door, though, a set of new faces caught his eye. "Eh, I'll meet them later..." he thought as he continued towards the training grounds, where he practiced for some time.

 

[DUNEBRAKE]

Palandir sat down at the already set breakfast table and loaded his plate to the brim... "if your hungry dig in!!!". Setting to with a will he began his enormous breakfast.

Turkey legs, wine and ham disappeared into Palandir's mouth and began to quench his hunger little by little.
He devoted himself wholly to his breakfast for a short time but soon began to slow down, a whole Turkey, a large but empty salad bowl and an empty platter that once held bacon were a few of the many dishes that he had already devoured. Although he had been famished he had remained civilized enough to keep from wearing the food on his sweat laden and simple garments. Taking another swig of wine he sat back in the oak chair to allow his food to settle.

((i'm glad that you have decided to join but you misunderstood one little thing about the character creation. The "eventually become" part of your character means that you pick another class that you wish to join in the future... for example- Palandir is a foot man but he wants to become a horseless cavalier (i think i got the names right). Oh, and don't sweat it... i made the same mistake .))

 

[Jenka]

Shiori laughed at Palindir's excitment over the food. The hall was gorgeous, it could take weeks to see everything, much less study the tapestries.

She filled up her own plate and waved to the exiting Apollo.

"So Palindir, are you good friend with him?" She motioned towards where Apollo had been leaving.

She loved the food, and hadn't eaten that well in months. Sometimes a dancer could have a hard time making a living, if no one was throwing a party, or celebration.
Shiori dug in happily, loving espically the honey-covered buns. She slipped a few in her pocket.

//A snack for later.// She thought.

 

[DUNEBRAKE]

"No, Apollo just joined himself and hasn't been here that long."

After replying to Shiori's question Palandir let his thoughts wander back to his childhood days. His father showing him how to hold the wooden practice sword, his mother singing a soft melody, and the soft green grass welcoming him to lay down and rest, the red sandstone cottage that was covered in grape vines and plants of all sorts and his sister playing dolls under the oak tree. Palandir didn't even notice that he looked like he was in another world... and indeed he was. He loved the feel of the soil and earth, the green grass and the sun on his back.

Perhaps one day, when my skills are no longer needed to defend my homeland, i will be able to fulfill my desires for peace.

It was not that Palandir did not like the feel of the sword in his hand or the thrill of battle, it was that he did not desire to do it all his life. He, like his father before him and his father, would do his duty in battle well and then live out his days peacefully.

He knew where his loyalties lay and he was prepared to die if ever it should prove beneficial to them.

 

[Jenka]

Shiori sighed, and began to pick at her food. She propped one elbow on the table and rested her chin in her hand.

"You know, I would never have pictured myself here..not in a million years." She fiddled with the fork.
"My father and mother, God bless them, wanted me to just get married and have a ton of children that they could spoil. But I wanted to dance...so I rebelled and became a dancer.
It was amazing what I was exposed to just in my first year. I see now that they were trying to protect me."

Shiori looked down at her plate, she didn't quite know why she was telling Palindir this, but she felt like she had to get it out.

"They were killed, a year ago. Some stupid burgerler decided that my parents hovel might actually have some money in it. He was wrong, they had no money, not even any jewlery. Regardless, he ended up killing them."
Shiori's hand balled into a fist, she could feel her fingernails biting into the soft flesh.

"I guess I came here for revenge." She said quietly.

 

[DUNEBRAKE]

Palandir, although he was a warrior, could sense the grief in Shiori's voice and replied in an understanding and supportive way, his voice brought low. I would not place my money on your murderer being a thief. Thieves aren't strong of mind and body, they kill only when they have to and when cornered. Assassins on the other hand... they come to kill. Did your family have any strong connections or beliefs that would upset particular people?

If your motivations for coming here as you say I do not believe your motivation to be doubtful or wrong. I myself would seek the same thing, to bring justice to my family name and to kill the man.

Palandir paused, wondering if he dared to share with this women why he himself was here. Looking straight into her eyes he debated with himself, his eyes riveted onto hers... searching them, finally he spoke.

I am here for similar reasons, my father had been retired from the field of battle long ago when a rider on a white stallion road up the gravel road to our cottage. The rider said nothing but simply rode up to my father and handed him a scroll, wrapped in brown cloth. I wondered all that day what was happening, my father had taken his sword down from the mantel place and began to practice, an activity that he had not done in years. The next morning i found my mother weeping at the kitchen table, her breakfast forgotten, my father had left. My mother explained, after she could cry no more, that he had gone to destroy a beast that threatened the lives all. Pointing to the tapestry that he had observed earlier Palandir continued, that creature. The death blow smote him down but the creature had in its claws and fangs a poison that killed all it joined with. My father was strong in all areas, years of working in the fields had hardened his immunity system, he managed to travel home... I can still see his face as he came up the road, tears came to Palandir's eyes as he gave a regretful smile, i was so happy to see him and he me that i didn't even notice the sickly green color that shown through his skin. My mother did though and had him down on the bed before i knew what was happening. Calling me over my father gave me instructions and last words of advice, after doing this he made me swear to carry out his will to the last detail. His last words were "stay strong son". And he died. I cried that day but swore that his death would not be in vain and that i would carry out his will if it killed me. And indeed it may, the creature that my father killed was a male, and it had with it eggs inside of the den. So where was the female? Lacking the strength to hunt the creature my father returned home, knowing that he would die and made me swear to find her and kill her so that the people of this land would remain safe from its tyranny. Devoting myself to the art of war and the path of a warrior i soon became well trained with the sword and set out at age 17 to find this creature. All of the stories and rumors led me to believe it had left, but then a rumor reached my patient ears, the creature was in Bern. By this time i was already 21 and war was brewing, i would have to wait until all was worked out. Seeking a way to keep active and to still travel Bern in pursuit of the beast i found my way here, and so i am under the banner of the king.

Palandir stared Shiori, waiting expectantly for a reply.

((man alive that took a long time to think up and write!!!))

 

[Jenka]

Shiori suddenly reached across the table and grabbed Palandir's hand, she gave it a slight squeeze.

"That's amazing...you are so blessed to have seen your parents. I just came home, and all that I could find was a marker with their names scratched on it." She pulled her hand away from his and flipped his hand so that is was palm up on the table. She dragged her fingers along the palm of his hand, feeling the callouses that had built there.

"I was told it was a thief. It's true though that no neighbors had seen what had really happened. It was just the most realistic reason." Her fingers stopped moving.

"But why would someone want a tanner and his wife dead? It makes no sense...they even burned down the house.." Shiori took her hand back and put it up against her forehead.
"Maybe there was something..maybe someone did kill them for more of a reason."

She looked up, studying Palandir's eyes, her own burned with an unbridled hate. "It makes no difference the reason..they were murdered in cold blood, for no wrong, and I will find out who did it."

 

[DUNEBRAKE]

Palandir couldn't help but notice the feel of Shirois skin against his own, it was smooth and her hand was small. His own hands were the exact opposite, worn from hours of sword practice and usage and they seemed massive compared to hers.

Palandir replied to try and keep from showing his attraction. Keeping his voice calm in order not to infuriate Shiori any more than she was he continued "its true enough that it doesn't really matter what kind of person killed them... unless knowing will lead you down the path to finding that person. For me this step has already been taken. There is no reason, that you can think of, that someone would want your parents dead?"

 

[Jenka]

Shiori shook her head slowly.

"I can't think of anything that they would be killed for..I mean, he was just a tanner, and she's just a house wife."

She stood up, and brushed her tunic.

"I'm finished if you are. Want to go for a walk? I'm starting to feel a tad crowded."

It was true, many people had wandered into the hall by this point, the temperature as well as the noise leval was rising.

Shiori stepped outside into the sunlight. She saw a glint further along the field. "Is that a pond?" She shielding the sun from her face.
Her dark brown hair in the sunlight had glints of coppers when the sun struck it.

She smiled to Palandir. "Come on, let's go sit by the pond." She gave his hand a playful tug, before taking off for the pond.
Her shawl around her waist began to whip around...suddenly it came undone and flew back on the wind towards Palandir.
Shiori laughed. "Grab it!" She yelled.

 

[DUNEBRAKE]

Palandir didn't have to think twice, his reflexes were honed for battle and catching a shawl on the wind was a simple task. Once he had the shawl he walked towards Shiori with it and made a mock bow, holding out the fragrant smelling article of clothing "i have saved your shawl milady", a smile was planted on his face when he handed it back.

The soft breeze blew through his hair and made the shawl flutter around. On his approach to give back the shawl he was almost entranced by the beauty of the women before him. Her hair seemed to show a different color whenever the sun caught it and her laugh was melodious and light. This time he didn't even notice the look of attraction that was written all over his face and in plian site, if he had he would have hidden it immediately.

 

[AmazonPanther]

Lamar and Galen heard a loud noise coming from an open door down the hallway they were walking down. As they approached the door, they could smell food coming from inside. They quickened their pace because they were starving and hadn't eaten in a few days. Immediately after they entered they filled their plates with thousands of delicious foods and sat down in a corner away from everyone else.

 

[Jenka]

Shiori smiled at the mock bow. She cutsied as best as she could in her breeches.

"Why thank you sir!" She acted, taking the shawl back and tying it around her waist once more.

It was then that she saw it, that glint in his eye and that smile on his face that was much more secret then a look given to friend.
She felt her face heat up, she turned away from him and towards the pond, composing herself.

//Fool.// She scolded herself. //you knew what you were asking for//

"Let's go sit down. It's really nice here with the breeze." She said quietly.

 

[Seline]

Palandir was about to follow Shiori to the pond when the blast of trumpets alerted him to the arrival of the kings messengers. Instantly he was off across the grass at a break neck speed. He arrived on the marble road just in time to receive a scroll from the kings rider. Standing on tradition he waited for the last of the kings men to leave and then quickly opened the scroll. Palandir scanned it briefly and realized bitterly that he would not be going on this mission either. Already knowing that the best person for the job would be Shiori Palandir walked calmly back to the pond and handed her the scroll, forcing a smile to keep the disappointment hidden-

~Mission~

1) cross the border into the land of Bern undetected
2) travel to the capital of Bern
3) monitor the movements of the troops and military activity in the capital.

Rewards-
1) 20 GP
2) vulenary
3) ??? ((will depend on grade))

 

[DUNEBRAKE]

((oh my word. Sorry about that, i was signed in as my sis. i did write the above ))