The Hanging of Palwen

[Malchaeius]

ACT I - THE MANIPULATION

The Demon Lord appears in the Central Square of Val Miran as he is prone to do from time to time. This log is seen from my

perspective as well as occasionally that of Palwen. It has been edited to remove typos and grammatical errors.

You hear creaking and crackling as Fotreshnir positions himself in a slight bow.

In a loud, low groan, Fotreshnir speaks. ' Greetings, Demon Lord.

You drop The Throne of Elven Pain.

You nod.

You sit down on The Throne of Elven Pain.

The Central Square of Val Miran

You stand amid the central square of Val Miran. All around you colossal

buildings rise up. The smell of commerce is in the air and the citizens of

Val Miran bustle with activity. Horse carts haul trade items for sale in

the Eastern and Western districts, and travelers and adventurers alike walk

the streets in search of new challenges.

[Exits: north east south west up]

A Throne made from the bones of Elven Children is here.

The Golden Banner of Val Miran blows in the wind here.

The official Tribunal Roll Call has been posted here.

A granite fountain is here filled with water for the thirsty.

(Charmed) A large spotted leopard sits here.

(Invisible) (Charmed) A large, menacing wyvern perches here.

(Invisible) (WANTED) Zpenobup the Vengeance of the Forest is here, sitting astride a warhorse.

(Charmed) A savage Alsatian bares its teeth and growls menacingly.

Fotreshnir the Tracker is here, sitting astride an elephant.

Tyridael rides in.

Malchaeius drapes his wings about his body as he rests upon his throne.

Tyridael banks his horse hard and comes to a whinnying halt.

Tyridael says 'What...'

A banshee's wail cries forlornly along a freezing wind that bites to your bone.

Malchaeius leans his head upon his claws and inspects the area with disinterest.

Tyridael says 'Fotreshnir... we should leave, quickly!'

You broadcast 'This city is not lively enough.'

Zpenobup rides east.

A large spotted leopard walks east.

A large wyvern flies east.

Palwen enters the room.

Palwen blinks innocently.

Fotreshnir beckons Tyridael to follow...hmmm what's going on?

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Tyridael joins Fotreshnir's group.

In a loud, low groan, Fotreshnir speaks. ' We shall meet again in the future, Demon Lord.

You hear creaking and crackling as Fotreshnir positions himself in a slight bow.

The once brazen sun is now but a limp orb with only a few feeble rays able to wrestle its way through the gloom of the

blackness smothering Aabahran.

Palwen says 'Greetings Lord Malchaeius.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen looks over to the throne.

Malchaeius glances at Palwen with disinterest, 'Herald. Have you come to entertain me?'

Palwen says 'I have not.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Then you have come to admire my city?'

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Palwen says 'Val Miran is not your city demon lord.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Malchaeius rests on his throne, the flame circulating his eyes churning in the wind.

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

You broadcast 'What makes you say that?'

Palwen says 'Perhaps since this is a city of light walkers... and you... well... lets just say your not much of a light

walker.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'Or just because I plan to rule this city.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Finally, some interest is raised in the dark orbs that are the Demon Lord's eyes.

You broadcast 'Is that so?'

You broadcast 'You?'

Palwen says 'Yes, me.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'Many would agree, that I am fit to rule over Val Miran.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

The chest of the Demon Lord raises and falls rhythmically, though the laughter you hear is not made by his lips. It

penetrates straight into your mind.

Palwen grumbles and growls. You wonder what's wrong...

You broadcast 'By what right can you claim leadership?'

Palwen says 'You laugh?'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Is that not what one does when they hear foolishness?'

As though completely fatigued, the cold sun abandons Aabahran to the abyssal darkness.

Palwen says 'I claim a state of emergency.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

The blackness of the abyss constricts your heart as the night begins.

The frigid breath of death and foreboding blows across Aabahran, subduing hope and chilling life in its path.

You broadcast 'Do you? On what basis?'

Palwen says 'It's not foolishness, I see the people are in harms way. They need me.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Palwen says 'I have been collecting evidence of Zaar's plans.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'What will you provide them?'

Palwen says 'Protection, comfort, counseling.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'There is much more I can provide from them.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'The services of the Brothelhood?'

Palwen says 'I can do a better job then the Empire could ever do.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Are you head Madame now?'

Palwen says 'Aye, including the services of the Brotherhood.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Malchaeius curls his lips in a patronizing sneer.

Palwen says 'I am seen as the head, yes.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I am the only one seen, the People trust someone that they can see and speak to.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'The services of a troop of healers. Magnificent!'

You broadcast 'Hark! The day is saved!'

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Palwen says 'not a troop of healers.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

The Demon Lord's words drip with sarcasm within your mind.

Palwen says 'We have been gathering an army of soldiers.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Perhaps I shall manipulate that idiot dwarf into thinking you seek to usurp his Tribunals.'

You broadcast 'It should provide me with some humor.'

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Palwen grumbles and growls. You wonder what's wrong...

Palwen says 'You can try. He won't believe you.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You have created a large demon!

A large winged demon stands here watching.

Palwen says 'I have many wrapped around my finger.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Malchaeius hands the demon a scroll.

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

You broadcast 'Hand this to Arograth. And make haste.'

A large demon nods.

A large demon disappears in a mushroom cloud.

Palwen shrugs helplessly.

Palwen says 'is that supposed to scare me?'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

You broadcast 'My dear. I have better methods with which to scare.'

Palwen crosses her arms across her chest.

You broadcast 'No. This is for my own amusement.'

Palwen says 'You will find it not very amusing when this turns around.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I never said I wish to kick out the Tribunal.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Hmm? No? That is not what I heard?'

Malchaeius grins and showcases rows upon rows of sharp teeth.

Palwen says 'then you should clean your ears.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Ah. So you begin to forget your place.'

You broadcast 'Interesting.'

Fotreshnir rides in.

An Alsatian walks in.

Palwen says 'I have never forgotten my place.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'my place is here.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'protecting these people.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

The flames surrounding the eyes of the Demon Lord flare to life, sending a bolt of electricity square upon Palwen's frame!

You send a thunderbolt to smite Palwen!

Palwen says 'Along side the Tribunes.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Fotreshnir looks at Palwen.

Palwen looks at Fotreshnir.

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Arograth walks in.

Palwen says 'You can try to manipulate the dwarf, I'll make sure he gets the truth.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Malchaeius reclines into his throne and grins with peaked interest.

You broadcast 'Why would I seek to manipulate Arograth?'

Sylana walks in.

A large wyvern flies in.

A displacer beast walks in.

Scowling angrily, Arograth growls, 'Manipulate me?'

Sylana gasps in astonishment.

You broadcast 'He is too intelligent for such.'

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Palwen curtseys gracefully to Arograth.

Sylana grows quiet as the sun sets, her leaves slowly folding closed.

Arograth says 'Who does seek to manipulate me?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'See for yourself lord Arograth.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth looks at Palwen.

Arograth looks at you.

Fotreshnir looks at Arograth.

Sylana looks at Arograth.

Sylana seems to darken in color and nightshade blossoms begin to bloom among the vines of her hair.

Palwen says 'Malchaeius words can not be trusted.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Indeed.'

Malchaeius waves a hand, causing a crystal ball to appear from thin air.

Arograth says 'Is that so?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'No need to trust my words at all.'

Within the crystal ball, you see the image of Palwen and Malchaeius.

Palwen nods.

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Arograth says 'His emissary brought me foul news, Palwen. '

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'and what did he say?'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'And these days... I know not who to trust.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

From within the crystal ball you can hear sounds.

Arograth narrows his eyes, and says in a stoney voice, 'He did tell me that you believe yourself fit to rule Val Miran.

Tiernan rides in.

You hear Palwen's voice stating 'Or just because I plan to rule this city.'

Palwen says 'along side the Tribunal of course.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You smirk.

Arograth's scowl deepens as his face darkens with anger.

Palwen says 'Right, of course you seem to have missed what I said next.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

From within the crystal ball you hear Palwen's voice stating, 'I am seen as the head, yes. I am the only one seen, the

People trust someone that they can see and speak to.'

Mardifu walks in.

Mardifu enters the room.

Arograth growls, 'I missed nothing.'

From within the crystal ball you hear Palwen's voice stating, 'We have been gathering an army of soldiers'

Palwen nods.

Arograth stares into the crystal ball, a suspicious look on his face.

Palwen says 'and what do you think I was going to do with those soldiers?'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Sylana sighs in anticipation of the dawn, her leaves beginning to open.

From within the crystal ball you hear the voice of the Demon Lord, 'Perhaps I shall' there is an error in the sound followed

by 'Seek to usurp his Tribunals.'

Palwen boggles at the concept.

Palwen says 'I never said that.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Leslia enters the room.

Alexas walks in.

Arograth's beard bristles and his knuckles crack as he quivers with rage.

Etiirian enters the room.

A mirror image enters the room.

Arograth says 'No?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Sylana keeps her distance, her foliage shifting nervously.

From within the crystal ball you hear the voice of Palwen state, 'You can try. He won't believe you. I have many wrapped

around my finger.'

Palwen says 'that thing is twisting my words.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Mardifu leaves west.

Leslia shivers uncomfortably.

Malchaeius waves his hand causing the crystal ball to disappear into thin air.

Sylana smiles at the sight of the sun, her leaves becoming fuller and her honeysuckle flowers begin to bloom.

Palwen grumbles and growls. You wonder what's wrong...

Arograth narrows his eyes and considers Palwen, then asks, 'What have you been doing for this city, Palwen?'

You broadcast 'Seems you were correct Herald. He needs not believe my words. He has heard yours.'

Palwen says 'I have done many things.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Enough to believe yourself above the Empire?'

You broadcast 'Worthy to rule it?'

Palwen says 'You can't believe what he's say Lord Arograth.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen shakes her head.

Palwen says 'I never said I was above the Empire.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Arograth knows the power of the Crystal of Seeing.'

[ Side Bar: I could not resist]

Arograth IMM_TALKS: Do I?

Arograth IMM_TALKS: Is it a real artifact?

Malchaeius IMM_TALKS: Sure why not? I had to think of a way to record what she said.

Malchaeius IMM_TALKS: She did say all of those things. Though I skipped around to make it more incriminating.

[/side Bar]

Arograth says 'It is true... Though I was not aware the thing still did exist.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'He should, but he should also know that the Demon lord can manipulate the Ball. There were only a few things

that were said that were true.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'You deny that you made those statements?'

You hear the laughter of the Demon Lord directly penetrating your mind!

Palwen says 'I deny what was recently said by that ball.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Excellent! A liar as well!'

Sylana winces in agony.

Palwen says 'I am not a liar.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'That ball twisted my words. Not everything it said was true.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'What was not true?'

Palwen says 'Yes I did say I wanted to rule Val Miran... But I wanted the Tribunal to do their job as well.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Sylana learns toward Alexas , speaking softly 'I do not like the feel of that.. thing. Wholly unnatural.'

You broadcast 'Do you admit to stating you have many wrapped around your finger?'

Palwen says 'I admit that I do, but none have high enough ranks.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Ah, a manipulator!'

Palwen says 'Yes, you are.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Can you trust the words of such a Succubus? '

Arograth growls, 'Enough.'

You broadcast 'She raises an army.'

You broadcast 'And will rule Val Miran! By force if necessary.'

Palwen says 'I raised an army to protect the people, not to fight the Tribunal.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Arograth says 'Palwen, I ask again, what do you do for this city that you believe would make you fit to rule?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I never said that.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'The Lord of the Empire, an Empire that rules a city you claim to rule, asked you a question.'

Palwen says 'I've have been preparing to protect the cities from attack, I, along with others have been working on opening a

new hospital.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'How generous.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Malchaeius reclines further into his throne made from the bones of Elven Children with a smirk on his face.

Arograth says 'These are, indeed, dark times, Palwen.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'Let me tell you what I have seen.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'Indeed these are.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Sylana sighs.

Palwen says 'and without my help, the cities would not be as protected.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'I have seen folk attempt to use the threat of war to their advantage. To gain power.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'we've constantly told the Tribunal about what was occurring. They turned their back upon on. '

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'This is not the first time--you certainly do know history, so I need not elaborate.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen nods.

Arograth bellows, 'Is that so!?

Malchaeius dips a claw into the fountain of blood and brings it to his lips. His snake like tongue extends several feet long

and licks the blood off before returning to his mouth.

[Malchaeius]

Palwen says 'I have.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'They turned their back, not listening to one word.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'About how war was at our doorstep, and how we must act or be destroyed!'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Which is why she seeks to rule. She does not think the Tribunal strong enough to rule its own empire.'

Arograth says 'I did ask a simple favor of you, and any that came to me with that opinion--'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

You broadcast 'She calls your soldiers weak.'

Palwen says 'I never called his soldiers weak.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'I did ask for one bit of evidence that the minotaur army planned to attack!'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'and from what I've heard they did try to attack.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'And not one person could present anything, except for 'A bad feeling.''

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Do you doubt Arograth's ability to read inbetween the lines? He is not one of these simpletons that you can so

easily manipulate. '

Arograth says 'Oh? Is that so?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I have proof, I sat and listen to Zaar speak about it.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth growls, 'I will tell you this, Palwen...'

Arograth says 'I have looked long and hard for anyone who witnessed that attack.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'Zaar even made aliance with the Duergar mayor himself.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'I, myself, did inspect the city walls for damage.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'he seeks to gain more allies as well.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'I also--'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'Perhaps you should check harder.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You chuckle politely.

look arograth

Arograth is in excellent condition.

You hear the laughter of the Demon Lord at Palwen's insult!

Palwen raises an eyebrow at you.

You broadcast 'My my! Herald. You pack some punch.'

In a too calm voice, Arograth asks, 'Why did you not present that matter, Palwen?'

Palwen says 'My name is Palwen, my lord. I did.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'Did you think it would not be wise to alert me of THAT pact?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'perhaps the messenger did not reach you.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I will send it once more.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth waves a hand angrily.

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Arograth says 'It does little good now!'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'How long have you known about this alliance?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'It has been some time.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'and I sent you a scroll.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Arograth. You are too proud of a dwarf to let this Herald continue to belittle you? You should check harder?

She is calling you incompetent! '

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Alexas blinks innocently.

Palwen says 'If you would like sir, I will send it once more.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'my messengers are rather dumb and can't even find themselves out of their own room.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Malchaeius holds his stomach as sardonic laughter continues to reverberate within your mind. Clearly the Demon Lord is

enjoying himself.

You broadcast 'Well done Palwen. Your abilities of manipulation are too be praised.'

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Palwen says 'I do not manipulate no one.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I only speak the truth.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth grunts, then stops before saying anything.

Palwen keeps silent.

Arograth folds his arms and snarls, 'There are, I think, too many skilled manipulators in this square today.'

You broadcast 'Who here knows the purpose of the Knights?'

You broadcast 'What do they seek?'

You broadcast 'Anyone?'

Palwen says 'they seek to coming of the true king.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Alexas says 'they seek the one true king.'

The frigid air causes Alexas's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Excellent.'

Palwen says 'which I am not.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'What shall this true king do?'

Arograth looks up at you questioningly.

You broadcast 'Come Come. Speak up.'

Aelleor enters the room.

The Blood Guard walks in.

You broadcast 'What do all kings do?'

You broadcast 'Hmm?'

Palwen looks over the crowd.

Palwen grumbles and growls. You wonder what's wrong...

Palwen says 'I can't believe no one else knows.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Anyone?'

Arograth says 'Aelleor!'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Aelleor bows before Arograth.

Arograth says 'Speak up, for I know you do know the answer to that question.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Tyridael walks in.

Tyridael enters the room.

You broadcast 'What does a King do?'

You broadcast 'What is their purpose?'

Alexas says 'unite the Royal houses and bring harmony and peace to the lands.'

The frigid air causes Alexas's breath to coalesce into fog.

Aelleor says 'A king? A king governs.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen nods.

Malchaeius points a clawed finger at Aelleor.

You broadcast 'A King rules.'

Aelleor says 'A King is the leader of a family that rules, usually.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Aelleor says 'His job is to govern.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen nods in enthusiastic agreement with Aelleor.

You broadcast 'Who grants the Brothelhood most of its military might?'

In a loud, low groan, Fotreshnir speaks. ' The Knights...

You broadcast 'Indeed.'

Arograth leans closer to Tyridael and says quietly, 'He breaks no law by being here, Tyridael.'

You broadcast 'And now, this representative of the Brothelhood, states at the Heart of Val Miran, that she shall rule this

city.'

You broadcast 'Raising an army, backed by the Knights.'

Aelleor says 'No one rules a city. To say such is a known lie, even to its speaker.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I will Rule along side the Tribunal, until the true king returns.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'By declaring a state of emergency.'

Palwen nods.

Aelleor says 'We govern. We legislate. We hold authority, but men move of free will, always.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Do you accept the Heralds authority to rule Val Miran?'

Palwen blinks innocently.

Aelleor says 'Short of turning every citizen into a golem, none can ever rule.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth stares at Aelleor consideringly.

Aelleor says 'I respect no authority of anyone to truly rule.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Aelleor says 'Rule is a bad word.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen raises an eyebrow at Aelleor's weird actions.

Palwen says 'If you see it that way.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Aelleor says 'To rule, all citizens would become golems and zombies.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'not exactly.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Aelleor says 'The people always rule. Only they rule. They allow us to keep peace amongst them. They allow us to have

authority because it benefits them.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'the people will have freedom.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Tyridael nervously whispers in Aelleor's direction, 'Please don't give him any ideas,'

Aelleor says 'Power is delegated upwards in many ways.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'To return to the point.'

You nod at Palwen.

Aelleor says 'The tribunal does its duty, and fills a necessary capacity, and so it shall retain all of its authority.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen nods at you in agreement.

You broadcast 'This Herald seeks to rule this city.'

You broadcast 'Her own words.'

Palwen says 'Not on my own.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'She has admitted to be adept at manipulation.'

Aelleor says 'I believe them as much as a believe the words of a demon god.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I will need the Tribunals to help.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'as well as the Knights.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I can not do it on my own.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Yes. Well you were late, simpleton.'

look aelleor

Aelleor is in excellent condition.

Aelleor says 'None will rule Aabahran so long as I live and breathe. '

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Evidence was brought up.'

Palwen says 'An idiot would fail if he or she does it on her own.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'She will admit it herself.'

Aelleor says 'We govern. We keep peace. We promote welfare. We...Save...Lives.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'She seeks to rule with Tribunal as her dogs.'

Aelleor says 'Ruling is reserved only for Tyrants.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'You will do her bidding as she sits upon the throne.'

Palwen says 'ruling are for king, queens, and noblemen.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Aelleor says 'I am no fool, Malchaeius, do not treat me as such.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Aelleor says 'You aim to inflame my emotions and corrupt my logic.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Aelleor says 'By quoting words in misuse.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I will see Aelleor as my equal.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'You need no help to corrupt your logic.'

Palwen says 'Do not change my words demon lord.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen glares icily at you, you feel cold to your bones.

Aelleor says 'My uncle serves this city, and I continue. A servant, not a ruler.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Shall I bring back the Crystal Eye of Seeing?'

Tiernan frowns, 'The enforcer is seldom the equal of the mouth that the Word comes from, Palwen.

You broadcast 'Hmm?'

Palwen says 'So it will show more lies.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'To hear your words again?'

Flairion flies in.

A black dragon flies in.

Aelleor yells 'Help! Flairion tried to kick dirt into my eyes!'

Aelleor wields some segmented wooden stakes adorned with a black heart.

Flairion's kicked dirt misses Aelleor.

Arograth is in excellent condition.

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Palwen grumbles and growls. You wonder what's wrong...

You broadcast 'Does the Crystal Eye of Seeing show lies?'

look arograth

Arograth is in excellent condition.

Arograth says 'I fail to see, Palwen, what you have done for this city.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen blinks innocently.

Arograth says 'I have seen much that you have done for yourself.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'They do not believe my words. But they will believe yours.'

look arograth

Arograth is in excellent condition.

Arograth says 'To further your own cause.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I've tried saving lives.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'I did not need a Crystal of Seeing to be shown these things.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

You smirk.

Palwen says 'And I've succeeded.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I've worked with the people. I know what they want.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Clutching his beard angrily, Arograth growls, 'YOU have succeeded?!'

Alexas drinks blood from a granite fountain.

You smirk.

Palwen looks over to Arograth.

Arograth says 'MY men are the ones that have given their lives, tirelessly, thanklessly...'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'To bring peace to the Great Cities!'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

The Gaping Hole within the chest of the Demon Lord churns with chaotic energy.

Palwen says 'I am a healer by profession. I have helped everyone of the people of Val Miran. If it healing the sick, raising

the dead, or giving gold to the poor.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'I see you and your brood trying to rally the people against the Empire!'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'You claim the people do need piece of mind--'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I never rallied the people to fight against the Tribunal'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'Then frighten them with talk of going to war!'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'the people will need them to keep peace in the streets.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Malchaeius steeples his claws and watches without saying a word. His interest growing by the minute.

Alexas says 'so is this that the Brotherhood claims about the war, false?'

The frigid air causes Alexas's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth glares at Palwen and asks, 'And what will you do, while we keep the peace?'

You nod at Alexas.

Palwen says 'This has nothing to do with the Brotherhood.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'It does.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I will make sure it remains peaceful.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'Palwen, where is your evidence? Did you witness the raid with your very own eyes?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I have witness the raids, I've fought against them.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'here and in Rheydin.'

Arograth says 'Against the minotaur!? With Zaar leading the charge??'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'That one I have missed.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Ilarus rides in.

Ilarus looks at you.

Arograth roars, How can there be not a living soul in Aabahran that did witness that raid, Palwen!?

Arograth says 'Not -ONE- person who can come forward...'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'There has been someone who witnessed it.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Ilarus says 'A magnificent throne.'

The frigid air causes Ilarus's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'all are scared to even come forth.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'And say that he did see the one thing that the brotherhood does point to as the reason to go to war??'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen nods.

Ilarus sits down and rests.

Ilarus looks at Arograth.

Arograth says 'If ever you do become fit to rule, Palwen, you will realize that a king does not make decisions without

proof.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'We do not seek to go to war. We want peace.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I do have proof.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'Then present it.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'She cannot.'

Palwen raises an eyebrow at you.

Palwen says 'and you do you say that Malchaeius.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen looks through her bad.

Danther sits down and rests.

You broadcast 'If you had any, you would have produced it by now.'

Palwen pulls out a stack of parchment.

Arograth says 'Dwarven patience is legendary, but it is not infinite.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen begins looking through the stack.

Arograth says 'Have you anything to show me?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen grumbles and growls. You wonder what's wrong...

Triathix walks in.

A black dragon flies in.

A large nightmare walks in.

An umber hulk walks in.

Triathix bows before you.

Triathix sits down and rests.

Palwen looks over a piece of parchment.

Arograth says 'Palwen, answer my question.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I am looking.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Triathix looks at Palwen.

Palwen grumbles and growls. You wonder what's wrong...

Palwen says 'doesn't seem to have it here.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen sighs.

Palwen mutters under her breath, 'Damable theif, must have taken my bag of scrolls.'

Storm clouds seem to rage over Arograth's face.

You broadcast 'Convenient.'

Arograth says 'You have no proof.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I will get it.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'After all this time, all your claims...'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'When?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'and send it to you.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'She means that she will forge it.'

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Palwen says 'I do not forge my writing.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth looks up at you and growls, 'I am quite capable of detecting a forged letter.'

Palwen nods.

Arograth says 'When can I expect your proof?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'Good, so when I do send it to you. Show the Demon lord and laugh in his face.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'You will send nothing.'

Palwen says 'You don't know it.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'I have nothing here to laugh about, Palwen.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'But it is an excellent strategy to prolong your claims.'

Arograth says 'I am above spite.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'I am not trying to prolong it.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'She bought herself some more time.'

Palwen blinks innocently.

Palwen looks towards the ground.

Ilarus tells you 'I hate to bother you, milord, but do I understand correctly that she wishes to declare war...for peace?'

You project to Ilarus 'It seems so.'

Palwen says 'I promise you, I will send you proof.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'When?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'Very soon.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'Tomorrow?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Ah. An undisclosed period of time.'

You chuckle politely.

Arograth says 'In a week?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'give me a few hours to day.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Ilarus tells you 'With you? I have slept for many years, and these fountains of blood and thrones of elvish children are a

new sight for these blurred eyes.'

Palwen says 'It will be in your hands'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'And what if it is not?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'it will be.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Hang her.'

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Arograth says 'Am I then, to understand, that proof of your claims shall not be forthcoming?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'fine'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'He can hang me.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Bet your life on it.'

Palwen says 'Indeed I do.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Excellent. I shall be present at this hanging.'

Palwen shrugs helplessly.

You broadcast 'A good time for all.'

You rest on The Throne of Elven Pain.

Arograth says 'Very well. In twenty four hours, I shall have proof that Zaar did, indeed, assault Rheydin.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen nods.

[side Bar 2]

Arograth IMM_TALKS: Did he?

Malchaeius IMM_TALKS: Nope.

[/side Bar 2]

Palwen says 'You will.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'Then I suggest you set to work.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen nods.

Arograth glares at Palwen.

Palwen curtseys gracefully.

Palwen shivers uncomfortably.

Palwen leaves east.

[Malchaeius]

INTERMISSION

Palwen leaves to go find evidence - of which it is already known that there will be none. Meanwhile, The Demon Lord remains

with the crowd for a bit longer.

You broadcast 'Well, that was amusing.'

The Central Square of Val Miran

You stand amid the central square of Val Miran. All around you colossal

buildings rise up. The smell of commerce is in the air and the citizens of

Val Miran bustle with activity. Horse carts haul trade items for sale in

the Eastern and Western districts, and travelers and adventurers alike walk

the streets in search of new challenges.

[Exits: north east south west up]

( 2) A magical spring flows from the ground here.

A Throne made from the bones of Elven Children is here.

The Golden Banner of Val Miran blows in the wind here.

The official Tribunal Roll Call has been posted here.

A granite fountain is here filled with water for the thirsty.

(WANTED) Triathix is resting here.

(Charmed) A large manticore peers around menacingly.

(Charmed) A massive umber hulk is here.

(Charmed) A young black dragon belonging to Triathix is here.

Tiernan the Templar Lieutenant is here.

(Translucent) Danther the Master of All Divinity is here.

Alexas the Mistress of the North Wind is here.

(Arograth) An ancient, kingly dwarf stands here.

You broadcast 'And in the end, I will get to see her hang by her neck until she dies.'

Malchaeius places a claw on his cheek.

You broadcast 'I do hope the fall does not snap her neck.'

His armor clanking loudly, muttering furiously, Arograth turns and walks away.

Arograth walks east.

You broadcast 'I would like to see her squirm for a bit before she expires.'

Tiernan frowns at what you did.

You broadcast 'That pale little elven face turn blue as her tongue lolls from her mouth.'

Tiernan says 'What is it with you demon types? You're all so predictable.'

The frigid air causes Tiernan's breath to coalesce into fog.

Danther rolls his eyes, disgusted.

Tiernan says '"Pain this, suffering that."'

The frigid air causes Tiernan's breath to coalesce into fog.

Alexas says 'I guess the rumors about you are true, you are a nasty one.'

The frigid air causes Alexas's breath to coalesce into fog.

Tiernan says 'A little bit of manipulation here and there.'

The frigid air causes Tiernan's breath to coalesce into fog.

Triathix glares at Tiernan, 'You dare speak that way of Lord you?'

Tiernan says 'Don't you people ever think about trying for something a little more original?'

The frigid air causes Tiernan's breath to coalesce into fog.

[33 Human Pal] [Male] Tiernan Boyd the Templar Lieutenant

Tiernan smirks at Triathix's saying.

You ponder the question.

Tiernan says 'Don't even get me started on you, ogre.'

The frigid air causes Tiernan's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Sure. Would you like some candy?'

You get a nice calming Wowipop from A Tear in the Fabric of Reality.

Tiernan says 'Mother always said not to accept candy from demons.'

The frigid air causes Tiernan's breath to coalesce into fog.

Alexas says 'Candy from The Demon Lord huh?'

The frigid air causes Alexas's breath to coalesce into fog.

Ilarus says 'It can't be that bad.'

The frigid air causes Ilarus's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Did you not desire something nicer?'

Tiernan says 'I didn't say nicer.'

The frigid air causes Tiernan's breath to coalesce into fog.

Ilarus says 'At worst it explodes in your mouth and leaves you headless. I can think of far less desirable fates.'

The frigid air causes Ilarus's breath to coalesce into fog.

Tiernan says 'I said more original.'

The frigid air causes Tiernan's breath to coalesce into fog.

You nod.

You broadcast 'Very well.'

Tiernan says 'You know, something exciting. If you demons are going to exist and taint this land, you may as well make your

presence here less bland and uninteresting.'

The frigid air causes Tiernan's breath to coalesce into fog.

A Nasty Special Mob yells 'Tiernan! Now you die!'

Tiernan draws his weapons.

Tiernan wields a rod of holiness.

Tiernan wields a rod of holiness in his off-hand.

A Nasty Special Mob fades into existence.

A Nasty Special Mob steps out of the shadows.

A Nasty Special Mob's slice LACERATES Tiernan!

A Nasty Special Mobs slice LACERATES Tiernan!

A Nasty Special Mob's slice LACERATES Tiernan!

A Nasty Special Mob's slice LACERATES Tiernan!

A Nasty Special Mob's slice LACERATES Tiernan!

A Nasty Special Mob's slice LACERATES Tiernan!

A Nasty Special Mob utters the words, 'noselacri'.

Tiernan appears to be blinded.

You draw your weapon.

You wield Zabutryn the Blade of Pandemonium.

Your punch === DISINTEGRATES === Tiernan!

Tiernan has fled!

Tiernan limps west.

Tiernan leaves west.

You sheath your weapon.

A Nasty Special Mob carefully sniffs the air.

A Nasty Special Mob yells 'Tiernan! Now you die!'

Alexas says 'he should have taken that candy.'

The frigid air causes Alexas's breath to coalesce into fog.

Aven says 'Ello der'

The frigid air causes Aven's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Indeed he should have.'

Ilarus says 'Who in their right mind insults chaos itself?'

The frigid air causes Ilarus's breath to coalesce into fog.

Ilarus snickers softly.

Alexas says 'I would have taken the candy.'

The frigid air causes Alexas's breath to coalesce into fog.

Ilarus says 'It would probably have served me well as a weapon.'

The frigid air causes Ilarus's breath to coalesce into fog.

Tiernan walks in.

Tiernan shrugs helplessly.

Tiernan says 'Better than nothing, I suppose.'

The frigid air causes Tiernan's breath to coalesce into fog.

Tiernan sits down and rests.

Ilarus says 'What better use for demon-candy, than slaying your enemies with it.'

The frigid air causes Ilarus's breath to coalesce into fog.

You give a nice calming Wowipop to Ilarus.

Ilarus holds a nice calming Wowipop in her hand.

Ilarus thanks you heartily.

You nod.

Tiernan stretches luxuriously. Kinda makes you want to doesn't it?

Tiernan says 'I'm off to find more entertaining demons to poke fun at.'

The frigid air causes Tiernan's breath to coalesce into fog.

Ilarus shudders and collapses, apparently unconscious.

Sifridrint grins evilly.

Sifridrint says 'quite a throne.'

The frigid air causes Sifridrint's breath to coalesce into fog.

Tiernan says 'And Malchaeius?'

The frigid air causes Tiernan's breath to coalesce into fog.

Tiernan rolls his eyes, 'Don't quit your day job.

You gesture, and a slavering demon appears. With a horrible grin, the foul creature turns on Tiernan, who screams in panic

before being eaten alive.

WiZNET 23:00:40: Tiernan got toasted by Malchaeius at The Central Square of Val Miran

Tiernan spills his guts all over the floor.

Ilarus slightly opens and eye and starts to snicker.

Tiernan crawls in.

You broadcast 'Indeed.'

Lesson: If you poke a demon, you better be prepared to be poked back

[Malchaeius]

ACT II - THE HANGING

After some time, the Demon Lord returns, waiting to collect on his promised entertainment.

The Central Square of Val Miran

[Exits: north east south west up]

The Golden Banner of Val Miran blows in the wind here.

The official Tribunal Roll Call has been posted here.

A granite fountain is here filled with water for the thirsty.

(Arograth) An ancient, kingly dwarf stands here.

(Charmed) A human mercenary is here serving his employer.

Fotreshnir the Green Man is here.

(Translucent) (White Aura) Danther the Master of All Divinity is here.

Alexas the Mistress of the North Wind is here.

Danther says 'You await someone?'

The frigid air causes Danther's breath to coalesce into fog.

In a loud, low groan, Fotreshnir speaks. ' I see, do you have name?

Ilarus rides in.

You broadcast 'Is it time for the hanging?'

Arograth says 'I do.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth frowns.

Arograth says 'A hanging...'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth frowns.

In a loud, low groan, Fotreshnir speaks. ' Who is being hung.....

Danther says 'Palwen it seems.'

The frigid air causes Danther's breath to coalesce into fog.

In a loud, low groan, Fotreshnir speaks. ' For what reasons...

Arograth says 'She declared her life forfeit of her own accord.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth frowns and says, 'And it seems she did lose.'

- MEANWHILE -

Palwen>

Wikley tells you 'Did we not have this conversation?'

Palwen>

You tell Wikley 'Or an atempt?'

You tell Wikley 'Did we?'

Palwen>

Wikley tells you 'Most recently.'

Palwen>

You tell Wikley 'Will this is no good, I will hang if I dont show proof.'

Palwen>

You tell Arograth 'If you could use the crystal of seeing, though I dount it would be much use. You may see the

conversation between Zaar and the Duergar mayor.'

Palwen>

You tell Wikley 'I was indeed standing there listening to them speak.'

Palwen>

You tell Wikley 'Elesa, nor Reavas is about to back up my information.'

Arograth tells you 'That I do believe. Now, where is my proof?'

Wikley tells you 'Gate to clera'

Palwen>

You tell Arograth 'Elesa, nor Reavas are about to give you more further proof.'

You hear a foul voice penetrate your mind `*[Attention Aabahran. All who wish to see a Herald hang by her neck until she

dies, report to the Central Square of Val Miran]``

- Thus Palwen makes her way to Val Miran, the proverbial sword of Damocles teetering precociously above her head. -

Tyridael walks up to you hesitantly, timidly, looking down at his feet.

Wikley says 'what is this about?'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

where

[TRIBUNAL] controlled. Players near you:

Wikley The Central Square of Val Miran

Tyridael The Central Square of Val Miran

Etiirian The Central Square of Val Miran

Fotreshnir The Central Square of Val Miran

Telkran The Central Square of Val Miran

Sifridrint The Central Square of Val Miran

Danther The Central Square of Val Miran

Alexas The Central Square of Val Miran

Leslia The Central Square of Val Miran

Wikley peers at you intently.

You rub your hands together in greedy anticipation.

Palwen>

You tell Arograth 'The proof is outside the city walls. There was an attempt on the city, It never reached the city

walls.'

Tyridael tells you 'Great... demon, may I... offer my life, in the place of the Herald?'

In a loud, low groan, Fotreshnir speaks. ' How disturbing this is....

You project to Tyridael 'No.'

You broadcast 'She takes her time.'

Telkran says 'Why she be hanging?'

The frigid air causes Telkran's breath to coalesce into fog.

Sifridrint says 'This Herald is to be hung inside an Empire town by no decree of Tribunal?'

The frigid air causes Sifridrint's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen nods.

Palwen>

You tell Arograth 'The proof is outside the city walls. There was an atempt on the city, It never reached the city

walls.'

In a loud, low groan, Fotreshnir speaks. ' So many frantically moving so quickly to bear witness to the death of this Herald.

You broadcast 'Excellent.'

Sifridrint looks to Arograth, 'Sir?'

Palwen says 'go look.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen says 'you will see.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

A dark-skinned faerie appears out of nowhere and whispers something into Etiirian's ear, then vanishes.

Palwen>

Arograth now follows you.

You broadcast 'You do not have the proof?'

Etiirian frowns.

Arograth says 'Show me.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen nods.

Palwen says 'a moment.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen leaves east.

Arograth walks east.

Arograth leaves east.

- Arograth and Palwen head off to look for this phantom proof. Leaving the Demon Lord to deal with the gathering crowd of

rubbernecking onlookers -

You growl

Grrrrrrrrrr...

Ilarus groans loudly.

You broadcast 'Tyridael. You did offer your life correct?'

- While the Demon Lord contemplates the empty satisfaction of a substitute killing, Palwen makes a desperate case to Arograth -

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'Look.'

The Northern Road

Hiking north, you head deeper into the steeper parts of the Dragon's

Teeth. Mountains rise up all around you, but one in particular rises

up, seeming to scratch the horizon. You are already very high in this

range, but before you looms much more technical climbing.

[Exits: north south west]

An ancient, kingly dwarf stands here.

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'Can't you see those footprints?'

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'They do not resemble your men’s at all.'

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'More like MInotaurs.'

Palwen>

Arograth inspects the ground carefully.

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'I know their hoof prints.'

Palwen>

Arograth says 'Last I did check...'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'I have been learning how to track.'

Palwen>

Arograth says 'There was no Law stating that the minotaur could not leave their city.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'It continues northward towards Mhan-Tor.'

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'Continue to go north you will see some evidence of a battle.'

Palwen>

Arograth says 'And even if these are the footprints of a hostile army...'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'It is well hidden'

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'It seems that Zaar tried to make sure to hide his loss.'

Palwen>

Arograth says 'What do they prove, except that the minotaur did march over this path to reach the elven city?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

[Malchaeius] 'Tick. Tock. Tick. Tock.'

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'They never were able to march upon the city.'

Palwen>

[Malchaeius] 'Honor your word.'

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'That is what information that was misgiven.'

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'You’re men did a job well done defending the north.'

Palwen>

Arograth says 'My men.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Arograth says 'Now, my men do a good job.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'Aye.'

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'It was your men who defend Rheydin, am I correct?'

Palwen>

Arograth says 'But just yesterday, you were speaking of how you needed to take it upon yourself to defend the people...'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'Not the empires.'

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'I only wish to have a noble standing.'

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'I do no wish to take control.'

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'I would need the aid of your men.'

Palwen>

Arograth says 'Silence.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

You nod.

Palwen>

Arograth says 'I asked something very simple of you.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

You nod.

Palwen>

Arograth says '...That you present me proof that the attack you and your people have been speaking of, using to frighten the

people....'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Arograth says 'That it did actually happen.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Arograth says 'And you show me footprints.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Arograth says 'I did ask for proof...'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Arograth says 'And you did claim you would give your life if you could not provide it.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

You nod.

You get an awful feeling in the pit of your stomach as you can feel the growing exasperation of some evil force.

Palwen>

Arograth says 'So now what will you do?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'If this and what ever you see up north is not enough proof. My husband or friend is not here to back my words. I am

ready to die then.'

Palwen>

[Malchaeius] 'You heard her. She is ready to die.'

[Malchaeius]

- While Palwen pleads her case, the Demon Lord grows irritated -

Etiirian inclines his head in a slight bow towards Telkran and Leslia.

Tyridael says '... Yes, Great Demon, in her place.'

The frigid air causes Tyridael's breath to coalesce into fog.

Sifridrint says 'fool.'

The frigid air causes Sifridrint's breath to coalesce into fog.

Wikley says 'In her place?'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

Wikley says 'you can not purchase her sin.'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'I tire of this STALLING!'

Tyridael only bites his lip in response, seeming to be battling with the thought of looking any further up than the

cobblestones.

The wave of energy extends from the mental shout of the Demon Lord!

Wikley says 'why not in Rheydin.'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

Wikley smirks.

Ilarus brandishes the nice calming Wowipop and waves it menacingly at Tyridael.

You broadcast 'By the Rift. Someone will die this day.'

Telkran chuckles politely.

Alleigha walks in.

Alleigha enters the room.

Alleigha yawns.

You broadcast 'I begin to care not whom it is.'

Wikley steps forward.

Alleigha peers around herself intently.

Wikley says 'Death is not the end.'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

Tyridael keeps his head bowed, without backing away from you. He looks considerably shaken.

Wikley peers at you intently.

Sifridrint cracks his mouth into a sly grin, 'Kill the elf then.'

Alleigha looks at you.

You broadcast 'Do you like your eyes?'

look wikley

Wikley is in excellent condition.

Alleigha yawns, 'Hm.'

You broadcast 'Then I would advise you not to stare.'

Wikley says 'I am quite attached to them indeed.'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

Ilarus says 'My eyes are worthless enough, if ye want eyes, ye can have mine. They'd make a pretty ornament.'

The frigid air causes Ilarus's breath to coalesce into fog.

You hit Alleigha on the back of the head with a lead filled sack.

Alleigha goes to sleep.

You broadcast 'You seem sleepy.'

Telkran shakes his head.

Alleigha wakes and stands up.

Alleigha mutters something quietly to herself.

Alleigha smirks, 'Hello, thief..'

Alleigha peers intently at Wikley.

Alleigha yawns.

Wikley says 'thief?'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

Wikley chortles mischieviously.

Alleigha smirks.

Ilarus snickers softly.

Alleigha smirks at your saying.

You broadcast 'You seemed sleepy.'

Alleigha shakes her head, 'Perhaps not..'

Alleigha says 'I shall sleep when I wish..'

The frigid air causes Alleigha's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'I helped you take the nap that you so desired.'

Ilarus says 'Would ye be liking those eyes now, milord, or shall I be keeping them?'

The frigid air causes Ilarus's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Or when I wish'

You hit Alleigha on the back of the head with a lead filled sack.

Alleigha goes to sleep.

Palwen arrives from a puff of smoke.

You rub your hands together in greedy anticipation.

Alleigha smirks at you again. 'Hm.'

Arograth appears in a swirling mist.

Alleigha walks west.

Palwen nods.

A large gorgon beams a smile at Palwen.

Arograth says 'Why was she brought here?'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'This is where she shall uphold her part.'

You give A hangman's noose to Palwen.

You broadcast 'Put that around your neck.'

Arograth says 'Stop.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

growl

Grrrrrrrrrr...

You broadcast 'What is it now?!'

Palwen wears A hangman's noose around her neck.

You have forced people to do stuff.

Arograth glares at Malchaeius and says, 'Palwen's life is forfeit. But she shall not be hanged in the Square of this Great

City.

You broadcast 'And why is that?'

Wikley says 'Thank you.'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

Wikley must like Arograth a great deal to beam at him so broadly!

Arograth says 'She broke no Law, and shall not die as a criminal.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Alleigha grins at Palwen, 'Aye.. Why is that?'

You broadcast 'This is DIVINE law!'

Palwen says 'Hang me north of here then my lord.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Sifridrint grasps his weapon and stands next to Arograth.

Arograth says 'She did fail to live up to her word.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Sifridrint resumes a relaxed position.

Arograth says 'But this is not the place to take care of that sort of business.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Flairion snarls at Sifridrint.

You drop A stage for hanging the unfortunate.

Triathix says to Wikley, 'Herbs. Get me herbs.'

Wikley says 'as you wish malord.'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

Malchaeius motions to the stage.

Wikley leaves west.

A Pegasus flies west.

A large hippogryph flies west.

A large gorgon walks west.

Alleigha smirks.

You broadcast 'Step on.'

Alleigha raises her eyes to Triathix, 'The elf does as you wish?'

Triathix sits down and rests.

Ilarus gives some Magenta Leaves to Triathix.

Triathix says 'Find me one who does not do as I wish, and I suppose I will have work to do.'

The frigid air causes Triathix's breath to coalesce into fog.

Alleigha smirks.

You broadcast 'STEP ON!'

Arograth says 'Take this business elsewhere.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

You peer intently at Palwen.

Palwen steps upon the hangsman stage.

{Artanis} a shadow moves with lethal speed, and +++ ASSASSINATES +++ Triathix!

Triathix is DEAD!!

WiZNET 23:26:28: Triathix got toasted by Artanis at The Central Square of Val Miran Triathix's leg is dismembered from his

dead body.

Triathix dismounts from a black dragon.

A black dragon slowly disappears.

A large manticore spills some items on the ground.

A large manticore slowly disappears.

An umber hulk spills some items on the ground.

An umber hulk slowly disappears.

Alleigha snickers softly.

You grab a hold of {Artanis} a shadow's neck and put him to sleep.

Artanis's body regains its substance, and he materializes into existence.

Artanis goes to sleep.

Flairion mutters something quietly to himself.

You get the corpse of Triathix.

You raise an eyebrow at the notion.

You broadcast 'I will have to do a lot of killing it seems.'

Palwen turns to the crowd.

You broadcast 'Dumb.'

You rip through Artanis's chest and pull out his beating heart in your hand.

WiZNET 23:27:39: Artanis got toasted by Malchaeius at The Central Square of Val Miran

Artanis's arm is dismembered from his dead body.

Palwen>

Specks of blood hit your face as Malchaeius rips through Artanis's chest pulling out his beating heart.

Artanis's arm is dismembered from his dead body.

Artanis arrives from a puff of smoke.

A deep voice admits from Artanis's hood, ' Death to the Nexus!

You broadcast 'I will deal with this later.'

You broadcast 'For now.'

look palwen

Palwen is in excellent condition.

Malchaeius motions for a demon to tie the noose tight around Palwen's neck and to the stage.

You broadcast 'Now.'

You broadcast 'On the count of three.'

Wikley says 'wait.'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'Prepare yourself Palwen.'

Sifridrint says 'The Pillar of Order said NOT here!'

The frigid air causes Sifridrint's breath to coalesce into fog.

Zotaba raises an eyebrow.

Palwen nods.

Palwen says 'I'm ready.'

The frigid air causes Palwen's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth nods.

Wikley says 'Please High lord.'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'One.'

Arograth says 'I did.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Wikley says 'Let this not happen in my city.'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

Alleigha grins, 'Two..?'

Arograth says 'Malchaeius!'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Alleigha nods at you in agreement.

Arograth glares icily at you, you feel cold to your bones.

Intent on his prize, The Demon Lord seems to tune everything out!

You broadcast 'Two!'

Alleigha beams a smile at Palwen.

Arograth steps in front of Palwen.

Sifridrint snarls from next to Arograth.

Palwen raises an eyebrow.

Wikley takes aim on the rope.

Arograth says 'I said not here!'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Sifridrint says 'Cease!'

The frigid air causes Sifridrint's breath to coalesce into fog.

Tyridael begins to climb up to the stage, pulling a knife out of his boot.

Aelleor enters the room.

Alleigha growls, 'Finish her..'

You grin evilly.

You broadcast 'THREE!'

The floor beneath Palwen gives way, as she comes crashing through! There is a loud SNAP! But it is not enough to kill her.

Her last few moments are spent in sheer agony before asphyxiation!

WiZNET 23:32:47: Palwen got toasted by Malchaeius at The Central Square of Val Miran

Palwen hits the ground ... DEAD.

Alleigha grins evilly.

Sifridrint growls.

Palwen arrives from a puff of smoke.

You get A stage for hanging the unfortunate.

You broadcast 'Entertaining!'

Arograth glares icily at you, you feel cold to your bones.

You broadcast 'I am quite pleased.'

Wikley says 'Thousands of square miles of abyss, and you bring another death here.'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'Indeed.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Wikley says 'not real happy with you I am not.'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

You broadcast 'You seem angry.'

Malchaeius looks at Arograth.

You broadcast 'Justice was done.'

Arograth snarls, in a terrible voice, 'Leave my city.'

Arograth draws his weapon.

Arograth wields 'Oathsworn' the Warhammer of Dwarven Kings.

You broadcast 'Oh ho ho.'

You broadcast 'That is not a toy.'

Sifridrint causiously eyeballs the rest of the crowd.

You draw your weapons.

You wield Zabutryn the Blade of Pandemonium.

You wield Abizaz the Ravager of Worlds in your off-hand.

You broadcast 'You should be careful with sharp objects, Arograth.'

Aelleor says 'Wielding is against the law, Malchaeius.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'You are not the only one with a powerful relic of days gone....'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Aelleor says 'Sheath your blade.'

The frigid air causes Aelleor's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Arograth yells 'Help! I am being attacked by Malchaeius!'

Malchaeius feigns and reaches out towards Arograth.

Malchaeius's shadow strike misses Arograth.

Arograth's riposte *** DEMOLISHES *** Malchaeius!

Palwen>

Arograth's freezing smash *** OBLITERATES *** Malchaeius!

Malchaeius's mass attack misses Arograth.

Malchaeius's mass attack does UNSPEAKABLE things to Arograth!

Malchaeius's mass attack does UNSPEAKABLE things to Arograth!

Sifridrint utters the words, 'paghz'.

Arograth is moving more quickly.

Arograth is in excellent condition.

Palwen>

Malchaeius is blinded by the dirt in his eyes!

Arograth's kicked dirt scratches Malchaeius.

Arograth's freezing smash === DISINTEGRATES === Malchaeius!

Arograth's riposte *** DEMOLISHES *** Malchaeius!

Malchaeius's mass attack does UNSPEAKABLE things to Arograth!

Palwen>

Malchaeius's riposte does UNSPEAKABLE things to Arograth!

Arograth's freezing smash *** OBLITERATES *** Malchaeius!

Arograth's freezing smash === DISINTEGRATES === Malchaeius!

Malchaeius's mass attack does UNSPEAKABLE things to Arograth!

Malchaeius's mass attack does UNSPEAKABLE things to Arograth!

Malchaeius's mass attack does UNSPEAKABLE things to Arograth!

Palwen>

Malchaeius's riposte does UNSPEAKABLE things to Arograth!

Arograth's freezing smash *** OBLITERATES *** Malchaeius!

Arograth's freezing smash *** OBLITERATES *** Malchaeius!

Malchaeius's mass attack does UNSPEAKABLE things to Arograth!

Malchaeius's mass attack does UNSPEAKABLE things to Arograth!

Malchaeius feigns and reaches out towards Arograth.

Malchaeius's shadow strike DISMEMBERS Arograth!

Palwen>

Arograth smashes into Malchaeius with his shield!

Arograth's shield bash LACERATES Malchaeius!

Palwen>

A beggar walks in.

Malchaeius's mass attack does UNSPEAKABLE things to Arograth!

Malchaeius's mass attack does UNSPEAKABLE things to Arograth!

Malchaeius feigns and reaches out towards Arograth.

Malchaeius's shadow strike MUTILATES Arograth!

Palwen>

Arograth has fled!

Arograth walks south.

Malchaeius rubs the dirt out of his eyes.

Sifridrint growls.

You sheath your weapons.

Arograth walks in.

You broadcast 'I have had my fun.'

You stop using the soul of Thandaeus.

You release the soul of Palwen.

Sifridrint screams, saliva shooting from his mouth as he barks, 'You deny to take your show elsewhere, then you assault the

Pillar of Order, out of the city demon!'

You smirk.

- The Demon Lord, satisfied with the ensuing chaos, decides to leave. Yet not without a going away present. -

Sifridrint snarls angrily.

Sifridrint says 'Checked, he is gone Sir.'

The frigid air causes Sifridrint's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Through clenched teeth, Arograth growls, 'Careful... This is what he does seek.'

Tyridael puts his hands against Arograth's side, a soft glow coming to his fingertips but fading suddenly.

A resident of Val Miran yells 'Help! I'm being attacked by Malchaeius!'

A beggar yells 'Help! I'm being attacked by Malchaeius!'

A beggar yells 'Help! I'm being attacked by Malchaeius!'

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'He does all this for entertainment.'

Palwen>

A Righteous Palm Towerguard yells 'Help! I'm being attacked by Malchaeius!'

Palwen>

Arograth says 'Thank you. All of you.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Andri the healer guild guardian yells 'Alert! The guild is being attacked by Malchaeius!'

Palwen>

Tyridael helps Arograth remove the armor, painfully struggling to lift it, though its weight is overwhelming.

Palwen> Arograth says 'What has happened this day is utterly terrible.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Kelley the healer guildmaster yells 'Help! I'm being attacked by Malchaeius!'

Palwen>

Sifridrint says 'Sir, orders?'

The frigid air causes Sifridrint's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Arograth says 'I have... no new orders to give.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Arograth says 'Not now.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Wikley says 'Demon you verge on getting my ire up.'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen> The Central Square of Val Miran

[Exits: north east south west up]

The corpse of Andri the healer guild guardian is lying here.

The corpse of A Storm Giant guard is lying here.

The corpse of Tramdh the trainee is lying here.

The corpse of a resident of Val Miran is lying here.

The corpse of Kelley the healer guildmaster is lying here.

A delicious magic meal is here.

( 2) (Magical) A magical spring flows from the ground here.

The corpse of Artanis is lying here.

The Golden Banner of Val Miran blows in the wind here.

The official Tribunal Roll Call has been posted here.

A granite fountain is here filled with water for the thirsty.

(WANTED) (Green Aura) Alleigha the Exalted Defender of Nature is here.

(Charmed) A large gorgon is here.

(Charmed) A large hippogryph is perched here.

(Charmed) A well-trained Pegasus waits obediently here.

Wikley the Vengeance of the Forest is here.

(Translucent) (White Aura) Danther the Master of All Divinity is here.

Sifridrint the Scourge of the Battlefield is here.

(Charmed) A human mercenary is here serving his employer.

Fotreshnir the Green Man is here.

Tyridael the Pikeman is here.

An ancient, kingly dwarf stands here.

Palwen>

Tyridael says 'He is gone..'

The frigid air causes Tyridael's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Arograth says 'Too much to hope he stays gone, I suppose.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Wikley says 'He is never gone.'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Arograth looks at the faces around the square.

Palwen>

Tyridael begins to bandage Arograth's wounds, though he looks unsure of how much good that will do.

Palwen>

Arograth says 'Keep your eyes open.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Sifridrint peers around himself intently.

Palwen>

Arograth says 'He does have a hand in things, of that I am certain.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Arograth says 'What role he is playing... I would very much.... like to find out.'

The frigid air causes Arograth's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Wikley says 'Indeed, at a time of our choosing and not his own.'

The frigid air causes Wikley's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

Arograth nods.

Palwen>

As the warmth escapes your mouth, it is immediately turned to fog by the frigid air.

You say 'He is evil to the core.'

Palwen>

Sifridrint says 'Neg, he IS evil.'

The frigid air causes Sifridrint's breath to coalesce into fog.

Palwen>

You nod.

Palwen>

Arograth walks south.