Brief synopsis of this evening’s excursion:
Several people hopped in Duvernith’s wagon and went out to the encampment being built for distributing support to those in need around the northern Empire in the wake of recent events. Lady Kasendra was there checking on things, with Captain Martohck. We chatted, some of our number helped unload the wagon, others offered general assistance, encampment security was discussed, and finally, suggestions on what we can gather for those in need were given, and there seems likely to be some means of collecting donations set up in the near future.
Some notable conversational snippets:
Duvernith says, “Clearly they have some source, as we are not bringing large quantities of water.”
Kasendra says, “This is Captain Martohck. He accompanied me from home to help command my encampment.”
Kasendra says, “As you can see we are still in some disarray, but building steadily.”
Kasendra says, “The workers should have some more solid buildings shortly.”
Kasendra says, “It will be a home base to gather, sort and distribute supplies to areas of the northern empire in need.”
You dryly ask, “Got enough men to fend off the inevitable bandit raids?”
Kasendra asks, “Do you think we will have to deal with such?”
You say, “Uh, yeah. You’re moving goods, lady, you’re gonna have people who try to take them.”
Martohck asks, “The Baron can’t keep the road this close to the city clear of bandits?”
You blandly say, “Where there’s a will, there’s a way.”
Bristenn slowly corrects, “Our liegelord can.”
Speaking wryly to you, Cruxophim agrees, “You may not be wrong, unfortunately.”
Kasendra says, “Captain, we should make sure to keep a strong lookout in case of trouble.”
Cryheart says, “Aye, I am sure his Excellency has it covered.”
Raelee glances skeptically at Bristenn.
Martohck agrees with Kasendra.
Speaking affably to Bristenn, Cruxophim states, “Let us hope you are correct.”
Martohck says, “I’ll take care of it.”
Kasendra says, “I would hate for our supplies to be damaged or stolen.”
Speaking to Bristenn, Raelee says, “Even I have fought bandits on the road. I do find them generally flammale.”
Speaking politely to Kasendra, Bristenn offers, “And if it pleases you, our order will do all that we can to keep the road leading to this outpost secure, my lady.”
Kasendra says, “I of course an not staying here…. this was just a visit to inspect our progress.”
Kasendra says, “We hope to have a functional camp soon for protecting the supplies that are sill on the way.”
Kasendra says, “We will have you all back when it is completed so you can see our process for helping those in need.”
Martohck says, “Lady Kasendra here wasn’t too keen on the idea of having guards when she first started her relief efforts a ways back. I think we’ve shown her the necessity of our presence a few times over, however.”
Kasendra says, “Hopefully these new supplies will allow us to finish the walls and build up the inside.”
Kasendra says, “Sometimes men in armor scare those who have been scarred by the wars.”
Martohck says, “I’ve got lads stationed about the area, and patroling near the camp as well just in case anyone has any ideas. Still I’ll feel much better when the camp is completed.”
Speaking to Kasendra, Shinann asks, “Do you have an idea of how many are displaced?”
Kasendra says, “More than we can even think about counting I am afraid.”
Kasendra says, “What you can do in the meantime is gather any supplies you think may be useful.”
Kasendra says, “We will accept clothing , herbs and the like.”
Martohck says, “And of course coin.”
Lisbethany says, “Do you have employment for them when they are here? Nothin worse than sitting on your duff all day in a strange and frightning new place.”
Kasendra says, “We hope to get them to places they can start new or ne useful until they can go home.”
Mynon says, “Just this, Lady Chandrennin: Are you taking precautions for you own safety? These northern regions hold some who are not above trying to force their wants with the point of a blade, even to one who is here for the general weal of those in need.”
Martohck casts a quick glance towards Kasendra.
Kasendra says, “I feel safe with my guards.”
Kasendra says, “I brought my own and Lord Salnim was generous in the use of some of the Vornavian men as well.”
Speaking to Mynon, Martohck says, “The walls of the encampment here will be strong enough to offer any protection necessary for the Lady to base her operation from here.”
Kasendra says, “I would like to extend an invitation to return with me when the camp is completed.”
Kasendra says, “You can then see the defenses we will put in place.”
Kasendra says, “And perhaps offer any suggestions and the like.”
Cryheart says, “I would advise some watch towers around the perimeter.”
Martohck agrees with Cryheart.
Kasendra says, “An exellent idea.”
Kasendra says, “It is a bit wild here in the north.”
Kasendra says, “Anything you gather would be welcome.”
Kasendra says, “Warm clothing.”
Kasendra says, “Herbs for healing.”
Kasendra says, “Good solid boots would be welcome.”
Kasendra says, “Perhaps we can set up a place for supplies to be dropped off.”
Duvernith says, “The Guild will be making use of our wagons for future shipments.”
Duvernith says, “We can see about a means of dealing with the collection of items.”
Duvernith says, “Something to look into once we get back.”
Location snapshots:
The stables at the Vornavis Caravansary where we boarded the wagon:
[Vornavis Caravansary, Stable]
A dilapidated stable leans in on itself, looking more like a good excuse for a fire than any real form of shelter. A serviceable corral built of oak posts and rails is attached at the west end of the building. You also see a pale-faced coppery barn owl and a dark green supply wagon.
Also here: some people
Obvious paths: southeast, west
The wagon interior:
[Mercantyler Wagon]
Thick wooden planks form the floor of the wagon, their surface marred by hundreds of gouges and dents. Heavy oak crates are stacked nearly to the ceiling in an orderly fashion, taking up the front half of the wagon space. The rear of the wagon is a wide reinforced gate, the only means of egress.
Also here: some people
Obvious exits: none
The encampment:
>go gate
[Encampment Clearing]
The treeline of the nearby woods begins to grow more sparse as it gives way to open plains. The edge of the forest is dozens of feet farther away than it once was, as trees have been cut down, leaving nothing more than low stumps. A rough trail extends out of the woodlands and leads further north into the grasslands, its dirt heavily groved with wheel ruts and horseshoe prints. You also see a variable dune spirit that is flying around, the Naimon disk and a dark green supply wagon.
Also here: some people
Obvious paths: north
>n
[Encampment Gate]
The dirt trails winds its way across the sparse plain to a timber palisade. The thick wooden wall rises up to tower over any who approach and provides clear sight lines all the way to the woods in the distance. A reinforced wooden gate forms the entrance to the interior of the compound. You also see the Naimon disk, the sparkling Ordim disk, a variable dune spirit that is flying around, a camp worker, some makeshift tents, a pile of logs and a large stack of wooden crates.
Also here: some people, Lady Kasendra, Captain Martohck
Obvious paths: south
NPC snapshots:
You see Mercantyler Duvernith.
He appears to be a Human from Vornavis.
He is tall and appears to be young and robust. He has piercing pale blue eyes and fair skin. He has short, honey blonde hair. He has a clean-shaven face and a thin nose.
He is in good shape.
He is wearing a navy blue wool coat with silver embroidery along the cuffs, a high collared white silk shirt, a tooled leather belt with a thick steel swan buckle, a pair of grey wool trousers, and some polished brown leather boots.
You see Lady Kasendra Chandrennin.
She appears to be a Human from Aldora.
She is taller than average and appears to be youthful. She has gold-flecked blue eyes and fair skin. She has long, wavy red hair loosely gathered with a silk ribbon. She has an aquiline nose and high cheek bones lightly dusted with pale freckles.
She is in good shape.
She is wearing a silk-lined ash wool vest, a fitted ivory blouse, a tiny gold ring, a pair of dark wool pants secured with a slender leather belt, and some dark leather boots.
You see Captain Martohck Hightower.
He appears to be a Human from Aldora.
He is taller than average and appears to be advanced in years. He has thick-lashed hazel eyes and tanned skin. He has cropped, glossy chestnut hair with grey at the temples. He has a clean-shaven face, a broad nose and broad shoulders.
He is in good shape.
He is wearing a winged veil iron helm, a thick red wool cloak lined with heavy fleece, a heavy black leather harness with a long-handled vultite spiked-hammer set with a wolf head pommel poking high overhead, a set of ornate veil iron field plate etched with a large wolf head, a pair of chain gloves with thick leather palms, a thick aged leather belt with a spiked white ora mace and a modwir-hilted feras short sword hanging from it, and a pair of heavy mail boots.
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Cendadric says, “Hmm, a most impressive weapon of note. I’ll give you 110 silver coins for it.”
