It appears that the game is scarce in this area. He is able to forage enough food for himself but that is all.
Still a lack of food that he finds, only enough for him and his axe beak.
When the sound of a distressed horse and then likely rider Krazok leads his axe beak in that direction soon finding its source. He likely is not first on the scene but if no one else does anything he quickly dismounts and tries to calm down the pony so that the group can handle the trap easier.
Once the group gets away from the outpost at least 500 feet the little green and yellow lizard like creature comes out of hiding and begins to investigate the group.
He goes to Krazok first, who likely just nods at the little thing. Next he zooms over to Arvangail and climbs up his mount's flank to sit up on his shoulder. In his squeaky little voice it asks, "Soooo, what you got? More friends? What's new... and shiney?"
Before leaving
Before anything gets assigned to anyone, the lands must be pacified, brought under my rule and all those involved must survive. he replied with a smile to Imrael
What is new is that a few interesting souls have taken up the call to pacify a portion of the lands and i am hopeful they will help me in slaying that which I Hunt, and i have brought you this my little Slay friend
Arvangail will produce a small silver medallion (pruchased for 10 gp at oleg's)
Valisia will also help forage and look for food. She is not particularly skilled at survival, but has a natural intuition about such things and some knowledge of nature.
Upon her pony hitting the trap, Valisia dismounts immediately concerned, removing her gear and packs. She inspects the pony and then Blienka comes over and heals it. "My goodness, thank you very much Blienka."
"Hmm how can we get this trap off. It looks quite sturdy.
"Well that didn't work. Is anyone super strong?"
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As the mount is captured in a trap, Imreal moves to cure the pony, Blienka beats him to it.
Still, he doesn't wish to feel totally useless. "Take pause, Valisia, perhaps I can lend some aid here to your captured mount."
Then at the Cabin...
...Imrael beleives that it is a cabin, but isn't entirely sure.
Indeed i do know the Sly Fizzy, Krazok and i are on good terms. He is a denizen of the Green Belt and has been providing a useful scout on our grand adventure.
"I think I can help get the trap off, I have some pitons we can wedge between the teeth if necessary to pry. Looking at Arvangail, "Why do you need to pacify this land and what makes you think you deserve to rule it?"
Helping to open the bear trap to set the horse free This land is home to a least one very dangerous beast that has already killed many of those who lived in or or those that wanted to settle here. I mean to slay it if i can. I will rule it because it is my Right by law, by birth and by Strength it i need to. That i am fit or have the necessary skills to rule remains to be seen. he replied with a smile
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Blienka raises her eyebrow at Arvangail's rather strange comment.
What would this beast of which you speak be? I have not heard of this before. And, by what birthright would you hold any more right to serve as the sole ruler of these lands? What makes you think you have any more right than any of the rest of us? Do you even know what blood flows in the veins of those with whom you travel?
Valisia looks back and forth as the conversation turns to rulership and birthrights. She didn't say anything. Her entire life had been a constant reminder of the celestial blood that flowed in her family's veins. Did that make her fit to rule over someone? She doubted it. She did feel like it would be interesting to run a small kingdom though if she admitted it.
Clearing her throat, "Well thanks for helping with my pony everyone. It seems like we can probably get the trap off..."
"I too would like to hear about this beast. It sounds.....fascinating..."
"I am curious as well, how do you intended to rule the land? Will you preserve or conserve the forests and have the people live in harmony with the land? Towns and Cities require a lot of wood, for buildings, burning, construction and industry. Mining disturbs the earth and the tailings need to be dumped somewhere. I would be saddened to see any lands blighted by overzealous exploitation."
She felt a little soapboxy, but decided it needed to be said, if anyone cared for her opinion. Patting her pony, her mind turned to the acorns she had recovered from the treant. Wondering....
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Imrael too paused and listened to the conversation. Of course he knew where his own destiny lay, but that is but a far end, and the how of it was still in tumult.
"Yes, please do disseminate what knowledge you have. Is it a ghost or a giant or a giant dire badger? Does it slay by stealth or strength?
And speaking strength, by what Right do you hold? I had assumed that you had been given a mandate from the King, or some other noble as befits a Feudal system, but if you are simply hoping to be given a Writ of Nobility for committing a random good deed, you might wish to lay in a more solid foundation before expecting to be paid after the cake has been delivered, so to speak.
And Valisia, let us not make overmuch of the planning of the land before we see it. If it is overrun with forests, then there shall be ample wood for all. And if it has not a single green thing growing in it, we shall have a deficit of wood before we even start. Let us not bake the cake before we even see the flour."
For some reason Imrael really wanted a cake.
Looking back and forth from the conversation going around and around,
I certainly hope this doesn't turn sour from here, I was only curious.
"Yes please tell us more of this beast you keep speaking of, perhaps if some of us "New Comers" knew more of what we were looking for we may be able to help with our own expertise."
Looking at Imrael, "I also agree we should not begin to think of what we will be doing with the land before it is even secure, if such a beast exists that we are looking for we should surely deal with it first."
Sly hops up and down before the elf and gladly takes it admiring every little nuance about it pantomiming his emotions of joy. Then he puts it on and twirls the necklace around until he can tuck the silver amulet under one of the chains secured to his neck.
As the group travels he makes his way around to each person to see what they will do to interact with him. He is very inquisitive and checks in packs as much as he can.
With the horse being calmed by Krazok, and everyone's aid so far the pony will be saved without any more harm coming to the pony.
Blienka finds a small patch of onions the first day and finds a few rabbits the next day, plenty of food for the group.
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At the cabin...
At the cabin...
"There have been two bear traps found so far and now a cabin. Should we scour the area to make sure there are no more of these foul hidden traps in the area?" Krazok asks with less of a growl in his voice but with concern.
"Sly... would you... have a look up there?" He asks the little lizard pointing up at the cabin.
To those assembled As to my particular right Once there is something to rule then i shall ascertain it. And i do have a very good intuition of who's descendant you could be Blienka. For the Moment for those of you that just joined this little expedition we do have a Charter to Conquer and Rule and create a nation South of Central Rostland. As to the great beast suffice it to say that its very big, is intelligent flies, breath fire and can use magic. But lets leave it for the end of the Road as we don't have to power to do anything much about it for the moment
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at the cabin
Sure Krazok, that would be a good advice indeed
"Hey folks, check over there, another bear trap. Its in those plants right at the base of the tree. Be careful, there might be more I missed."
Valisia dismounts her pony, hunching down low, to get a peek under bushes and low plants. She prods the ground in front of her with her feather totem, as she starts to sweep the area at Krazok's suggestion.
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Blienka decides that Arv is clearly not in a mind to be reasoned with at this point and further discussion is unlikely to lead to any beneficial results. Instead, she begins to scour the area for more traps.
Might as well take the traps we find. Although I hate them for their intended purpose, the might be quite effective if placed around our camp at night to waylay any unwanted visitors.
She then, despite her colorful garb and outlook, shows that she is quite adept at moving quietly when she wants.
Blienka will carefully make her way to the cabin to look inside and see if there is anything of note. She will also watch for any more traps while inspecting the cabin.
Perception:
Stealth:
Looking for traps also...
"A dragon!? Oh my, that could pose quite the challenge indeed."
Sly shakes his head indicating no to Krazok's request, then rushes into a nearby bush, peeking out at those gathered around.
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At the cabin luckily Blienka hears Valisia's statement before stepping on the trap. She sneaks around and realizes that the best route up is either by the tree (DC 15) or a harder climb up the stony hill (DC 20).
Krazok scoffs at Florian's statement and then shakes his head and merely waits for the scouting to be done. He holds onto his large waraxe almost seeming anxious to act.
Now with it not moving and in his hands it is easier to see. He has not used it yet today but it looks like it was recently used and has blood on its blade, the grip looks like it has been pitted by acid and there are dark glowing runes on the axe head as well.
i'll go check inside he says drawing and holding his melee weapon in one hand.
Arvangail will carefully enter the cabin
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Blienka looks at the trap she just missed.
We need to get rid of these things. While I have no problem with hunters, these are designed solely to harm the animals and cause pain.
Blienka will begin a careful search of the area, unless the others are keen on leaving immediately.
Perception:
She will trigger them all with a stick, not having a clue how to actually disarm them.
Florian will follow Arvingail inside assisting as necessary and if able.
"I'm more of an inside person as opposed to outside, I don't have much skill in it, however I really should pick some skills up from the others at some point. How much farther to our destination?"
As Valisia prodded about and looked in the underbrush for traps, she pondered the conversations the group had lately. Their short exploration so far had introduced her to the area somewhat more, and she had been taking notes, mentally and in her journal. This was a nice land. She hoped it would not be despoiled, but she felt like things would work out just fine if managed well. She clutched the small pack of acorns she carried with her. Perhaps this was a sign, and these were the lands that could use some extra care. The new treant caretakers would see to that she was sure. She would watch for the perfect opportunity, perhaps the gods would send her a sign if she asked. She wasn't ready to ask yet though.
Arvangail and Florian slowly make it up the tree, they can find several places where limbs are a bit worn by travel and several branches that have been deliberately cut to make good rungs to climb up and down the tree. Up at the cabin Arvangail steps off the tree and onto the porch. The door is shut. He tests it out by pushing first and is rewarded with it opening inward.
Florian
Valisia
Arvangail
Krazok
Krazok
Krazok takes orders as easily as the others, he looks for the traps but during the time he stumbles upon one. He roars in pain as the serrated teeth bite into his leg. He uses his strength to free himself. Though he waits for someone to come heal, knowing that someone likely will come by to lend a hand.
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At the cabin, if the group stays near it he will exercise when the group is around the campfire. He will help collect wood and be around to help if not training.
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When not searching for bear traps, Blienka will search for any parts of the land with natural beauty and will rest there thanking Shelyn for allowing her to find such a place.
While not the most skilled, Blienka will also attempt to draw the scene with some paper she has to allow others to see what amazing views these Stolen Lands hold.
Profession(artist): <-- a pretty good drawing
Valisia will heal Krazok. She will channel positive energy until the wounds were removed.
"Those things are the worst!"
Valisia suggests staying in the cabin, unless we would be trespassing.
Not much really two dead fowls and others things tell me that his cabin is used by a woodsman that use this cabine. It looks recently used but not in disrepair yet as a whole. I haven't search the wooden chest containing the belonging as i am no thief. But i think we have found the owner of the bear traps he shouts from the inside
"Yes not very much up there, someone has been here somewhat recently, what did you find Imrael? Were there many more traps?" Florian calls back down to the other on the ground.
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Imrael nods at Florian. "Aye, just over a baker's dozen, all told. We'll share them out among the horses until we can establish a better base.
And speaking of establishing a base, t'would seem that if there was a huntsman here, he has either moved on or perished, as he's not checked his traps, or has appeared before us though we have discovered his home.
Do any of you know aught of tracking that we might see if he left us a trail to follow?
Arvangail, what is our next step? Now that we have cleared this dangerous area of all offending traps and discovered an abandoned cabin, do you have an idea of where this dragon of yours might next be found?
And there is a chest in there? 'Tis not theif-ly to search it, so long as you take nothing. But there may be a clue to the man's whereabouts, and he might need help. If there is a map to this dragon of yours, he might wish helpful strangers to follow it and come to his rescue!"
Krazok responds to Valisia, "Yes they are! Thanks for the healing."
He takes three of the bear traps and puts them into his axebeak's saddlebags.
No trail can be easily found DC 24 Survival check.
Blienka you find a bluff in the region that looks out over the area seeing the forest for miles.
Florian shrugs and looks into the chest, calling down to the others after his inspection.
"All told not much left in the chest up here, a map of the traps which would have been nice to have before everyone went looking for them a,d a map of the immediate area it seems."
Looking to Arvangail,
"Where are we off to now?"
The other area talks about pesky vermin in the area to the South, a radish patch to the South for one day then one day East, a day South from the cabin then a day South West will lead to a building with the nasty bear, finally it tells about the bandit camp that is two days South.
Blienka finds a trail that leads to the South East that looks like it has been used several times each week, likely for months.
Krazok stretches some and asks the group, "So we follow Blienka's path she found or work on finishing the exploration to the NorthWest?"
Imrael says arvangail walking out of the cabin we are not strong enough to even attempt hunting off that thing he replied camly.
addressing Krazok and everyone else in order to be thorough first we finish exploring this are then we move on to the path found won't you all agree ?
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Blienka nods:
I doubt vermin, a big bear or a radish patch are likely to go anywhere. I would like to look into this bandit camp as they are no doubt destroying the beauty of any land where they might be setting up camp. However, I think that we should finish this area while we are here. Otherwise we will just be riding back here later to reinvestigate.
Nodding agreeably, but to no one in particular, Valisia stood on an old tree stump to add just a little more height to herself.
"Bandits sound like bad news. We should message them, and see if they are willing to change their lives to be productive citizens. We could use the person-power to help out. If they refuse us, we will make their banditry less profitable."
Valisia chuckled to herself, she felt like a regular badass with her imagined ultimatum to the unknown bandits. She was starting to like this field work. Much more fun being out here with the plants and animals getting dirty than stuffed up in the temple mumbling boring old chants.