Siege of Gundabad Discussion Thread - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Sarin Mithrilanger · 10-25-2004, 05:07 PM

Well thank you for your hospitality CoD. It's nice to see you having your very own game!

Soredamor · 10-25-2004, 05:37 PM

1.) Have you ever played in an RPG at the Barrow Downs? – No.

2.) How many RPG’s on the Barrow Downs are you currently involved in? None.

3.) Have you posted in The Green Dragon Inn – Yes.

Name: Grûglach
Age: either too young or too old
Gender: Male
Race: Orc of the Misty Mountains

Weapons: Fond of anything that makes things messy, Grûglach has a particular love for a large barbed hook, placed on a crude wooden handle, a weapon for which he wishes to someday be known. He also carries a large hunting knife, which he keeps finely sharpened to an obsessive extent, as well as a simple short-axe. He will use anything at hand if he deems it worthy to be stained with his enemy’s blood. In most cases, he has little preference.

Appearance: Rather short, even by goblin standards, with large round eyes and a scrawny stature appropriate to the environment found deep beneath the Misty Mountains where his people dwell. His lean muscles are very strong and nimble, and he relies more on his speed and agility than his bodily strength. He is missing two fingers on his right hand, his middle and ring finger, the loss of which forced him to wield weapons in his left hand. He has adjusted quite well to this change, as he was forced to adapt. Though he is of typical goblin appearance, his eyes are greener than most.

Personality/Strengths/Weaknesses: Grûglach has always been a winner. His skills lie largely in the art of war, but his mind does not completely lack. He has an excellent memory and a way with words that makes him seem more of an intellectual than he truly is. He has a certain ability to make quick decisions, and a certain luck that those made are good decisions. He has a certain amount of pride that makes him insolent to those who stand above him, and cruel to those who stand below him. He is always ready to turn a blind eye to what he does not wish to see, as his pride does not allow for failure or for him to be wrong. Grûglach is quick to hate, and this hate, as well as his pride, gives him a certain kind of bravery that makes him an excellent warrior, but he fights for himself. He is not prepared to sacrifice his life for any cause or any master.

History: Through his skill and his fervor in fighting his enemy, Grûglach made his way to a high rank. Perhaps even partially because of his insolence, the Goblin King took a certain liking to him and ensured that Grûglach be kept in some kind of important position. But the King had never had Grûglach under his direct command. For this most likely undeserved special treatment, he is not a popular fellow. His position keeps him protected from this unpopularity of becoming anything of a problem, when close enough to the Misty Mountains that the Goblin King that resides in them has jurisdiction over his subjects. Still, though grudgingly by most, a reputation has been given him, and one that is not at all completely a bad one, particularly not by Grûglach’s standards.

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Hearing a disgruntled mutter as the goblin trooper turned his back to his Captain, Grûglach growled. The trooper sped up a bit, though he tried not to show his fear. He tried, but he did a poor job of it. The Captain observed this with a smirk. He was proud of how he kept his troops in line, and he enjoyed watching those retreating backs, fear apparent in the swiftness of their pace and their posture, their backs more hunched than usual. Under Grûglach’s eye, he intended them all to cower. He watched the back of the retreating goblin, trying to burn a hole in his back and stir him to running in his fright, but he soon tired of it. It never took Grûglach long to realize he was wasting his time with these creatures.

The fall of Sauron had made the Captain more reliant on himself than ever, and he felt he was wasting time if any of it was spent on anyone else. There were times when it sickened him that he was forced to show some kind of façade of loyalty to be in a secure position, but he realized that it benefited him to remain in his position among the goblins of the Misty Mountains, and that he would not find any benefit elsewhere. But it was one of those times, at that moment, when his disgust took him just slightly over the edge. And the approach of a sniveling lieutenant pushed him a little farther.

“Captain Grûglach, sir?”

The lieutenant, Gorurk, said everything as a question, most likely in fear of being wrong. Grûglach was revolted by this behavior, but he did not hesitate to encourage it by so often telling him how wrong he was. Gorurk waited for his Captain to answer, but Grûglach liked to make people wait. He hated to waste his own time, but he had no qualms about wasting others’. Finally the lieutenant understood that he would not receive acknowledgement, and he continued, his voice now shaking. It was always astounding what a little silence could do.

“There is word from Gundabad...it’s…not very good…”

“Really?” Grûglach spoke with mock surprise. He fooled Gorurk.

“Well…yes, sir… I always tell the truth to you, sir…”

“I’m sure you do, Gorurk.” The Captain said, almost soothingly, but so very contemptuously. “So tell me the truth, and tell me what word has come from Gundabad.”

“There is to be an attack. They say it will be the final attack. They say they will get rid of all that served the Master. Gorurk always praised the Master’s name. They say…”

“I have heard enough of what they say, and more than enough of what you say, Gorurk. We will wait for orders.” Then Grûglach would see if he would follow those orders.

Alaksoron · 10-25-2004, 05:55 PM

Thank you for accepting me. I look forward to playing with you people.

When is this game scheduled to begin? and is my character allowed to have carry-alongs?

Boromir88 · 10-25-2004, 07:51 PM

Welcome to the barrowdowns Sore, looks good to me, but of course it's not up to me. All the first posts looks like good ones, and I'm anxious to get this going. I can't wait to start the action

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piosenniel · 10-26-2004, 01:54 AM

CHARACTERS/PLAYERS

Gondorian soldiers

1.) Soldier of Gondor - Mordred Curreng – Witch_Queen
2.) Soldier of Gondor - Barak - Alaksoron

~*~

Men of Dale

1) Woman of Dale – Adranel – Firefoot
2) Man of Dale - Sjorging Hard-Heart – Boromir88
-- Carry-along characters: Gelding; Beluf
3) Man of Dale- Ingemar – Novnarwen

~*~

Evil Contingent

1) Orc Chieftain of Gundabad – Snagar – Beserker_Warrior
2) Goblin Commander of the Misty Mountains - Grûglach - Soredamor
3) Orc Guard of Gundabad - Ugwakh, the Slobberer - Sarin Mithrilanger
4) Orc Raider Commander - Grokgash, the Skullcleaver - Umwë

piosenniel · 10-26-2004, 01:58 AM

CaptainofDespair

It looks like you have your crew now.

Please decide on the order for the first posts and put the list on the discussion thread by Player Name.

I'll transfer them over, then, and open the game for you.

~*~ Pio Game Mod

CaptainofDespair · 10-26-2004, 02:02 PM

Hmm. I suppose it shall go in this order.

CaptainofDespair
Alaksoron
Witch_Queen
Soredamor
Umwe
Boromir88
Firefoot
Novnarwen
Beserker_Warrior
Sarin Mithrilanger

10-25-2004, 05:07 PM	#1
Sarin Mithrilanger Animated Skeleton Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: In the library of Candlekeep. Posts: 31	To be an orc... Well thank you for your hospitality CoD. It's nice to see you having your very own game!

10-25-2004, 05:37 PM	#2
Soredamor Pile O'Bones Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 11	Goblin Commander of the Misty Mountains 1.) Have you ever played in an RPG at the Barrow Downs? – No. 2.) How many RPG’s on the Barrow Downs are you currently involved in? None. 3.) Have you posted in The Green Dragon Inn – Yes. Name: Grûglach Age: either too young or too old Gender: Male Race: Orc of the Misty Mountains Weapons: Fond of anything that makes things messy, Grûglach has a particular love for a large barbed hook, placed on a crude wooden handle, a weapon for which he wishes to someday be known. He also carries a large hunting knife, which he keeps finely sharpened to an obsessive extent, as well as a simple short-axe. He will use anything at hand if he deems it worthy to be stained with his enemy’s blood. In most cases, he has little preference. Appearance: Rather short, even by goblin standards, with large round eyes and a scrawny stature appropriate to the environment found deep beneath the Misty Mountains where his people dwell. His lean muscles are very strong and nimble, and he relies more on his speed and agility than his bodily strength. He is missing two fingers on his right hand, his middle and ring finger, the loss of which forced him to wield weapons in his left hand. He has adjusted quite well to this change, as he was forced to adapt. Though he is of typical goblin appearance, his eyes are greener than most. Personality/Strengths/Weaknesses: Grûglach has always been a winner. His skills lie largely in the art of war, but his mind does not completely lack. He has an excellent memory and a way with words that makes him seem more of an intellectual than he truly is. He has a certain ability to make quick decisions, and a certain luck that those made are good decisions. He has a certain amount of pride that makes him insolent to those who stand above him, and cruel to those who stand below him. He is always ready to turn a blind eye to what he does not wish to see, as his pride does not allow for failure or for him to be wrong. Grûglach is quick to hate, and this hate, as well as his pride, gives him a certain kind of bravery that makes him an excellent warrior, but he fights for himself. He is not prepared to sacrifice his life for any cause or any master. History: Through his skill and his fervor in fighting his enemy, Grûglach made his way to a high rank. Perhaps even partially because of his insolence, the Goblin King took a certain liking to him and ensured that Grûglach be kept in some kind of important position. But the King had never had Grûglach under his direct command. For this most likely undeserved special treatment, he is not a popular fellow. His position keeps him protected from this unpopularity of becoming anything of a problem, when close enough to the Misty Mountains that the Goblin King that resides in them has jurisdiction over his subjects. Still, though grudgingly by most, a reputation has been given him, and one that is not at all completely a bad one, particularly not by Grûglach’s standards. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Soredamor's post Hearing a disgruntled mutter as the goblin trooper turned his back to his Captain, Grûglach growled. The trooper sped up a bit, though he tried not to show his fear. He tried, but he did a poor job of it. The Captain observed this with a smirk. He was proud of how he kept his troops in line, and he enjoyed watching those retreating backs, fear apparent in the swiftness of their pace and their posture, their backs more hunched than usual. Under Grûglach’s eye, he intended them all to cower. He watched the back of the retreating goblin, trying to burn a hole in his back and stir him to running in his fright, but he soon tired of it. It never took Grûglach long to realize he was wasting his time with these creatures. The fall of Sauron had made the Captain more reliant on himself than ever, and he felt he was wasting time if any of it was spent on anyone else. There were times when it sickened him that he was forced to show some kind of façade of loyalty to be in a secure position, but he realized that it benefited him to remain in his position among the goblins of the Misty Mountains, and that he would not find any benefit elsewhere. But it was one of those times, at that moment, when his disgust took him just slightly over the edge. And the approach of a sniveling lieutenant pushed him a little farther. “Captain Grûglach, sir?” The lieutenant, Gorurk, said everything as a question, most likely in fear of being wrong. Grûglach was revolted by this behavior, but he did not hesitate to encourage it by so often telling him how wrong he was. Gorurk waited for his Captain to answer, but Grûglach liked to make people wait. He hated to waste his own time, but he had no qualms about wasting others’. Finally the lieutenant understood that he would not receive acknowledgement, and he continued, his voice now shaking. It was always astounding what a little silence could do. “There is word from Gundabad...it’s…not very good…” “Really?” Grûglach spoke with mock surprise. He fooled Gorurk. “Well…yes, sir… I always tell the truth to you, sir…” “I’m sure you do, Gorurk.” The Captain said, almost soothingly, but so very contemptuously. “So tell me the truth, and tell me what word has come from Gundabad.” “There is to be an attack. They say it will be the final attack. They say they will get rid of all that served the Master. Gorurk always praised the Master’s name. They say…” “I have heard enough of what they say, and more than enough of what you say, Gorurk. We will wait for orders.” Then Grûglach would see if he would follow those orders. Last edited by piosenniel; 10-26-2004 at 01:52 AM.

10-25-2004, 05:55 PM	#3
Alaksoron Haunting Spirit Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 73	Thank you for accepting me. I look forward to playing with you people. When is this game scheduled to begin? and is my character allowed to have carry-alongs? __________________ Whether the wolf beats the bear or the bear beats the wolf, the rabbit still loses.

10-26-2004, 01:54 AM	#5
piosenniel Desultory Dwimmerlaik Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pickin' flowers with Bill the Cat..... Posts: 7,779	CHARACTERS/PLAYERS Gondorian soldiers 1.) Soldier of Gondor - Mordred Curreng – Witch_Queen 2.) Soldier of Gondor - Barak - Alaksoron ~~ Men of Dale 1) Woman of Dale – Adranel – Firefoot* 2) Man of Dale - Sjorging Hard-Heart – Boromir88 -- Carry-along characters: Gelding; Beluf 3) Man of Dale- Ingemar – Novnarwen ~~ Evil Contingent 1) Orc Chieftain of Gundabad – Snagar – Beserker_Warrior* 2) Goblin Commander of the Misty Mountains - Grûglach - Soredamor 3) Orc Guard of Gundabad - Ugwakh, the Slobberer - Sarin Mithrilanger 4) Orc Raider Commander - Grokgash, the Skullcleaver - Umwë

10-25-2004, 07:51 PM	#4
Boromir88 Laconic Loreman Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: USA Posts: 7,521	Welcome to the barrowdowns Sore, looks good to me, but of course it's not up to me. All the first posts looks like good ones, and I'm anxious to get this going. I can't wait to start the action .

10-26-2004, 01:58 AM	#6
piosenniel Desultory Dwimmerlaik Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pickin' flowers with Bill the Cat..... Posts: 7,779	CaptainofDespair It looks like you have your crew now. Please decide on the order for the first posts and put the list on the discussion thread by Player Name. I'll transfer them over, then, and open the game for you. ~*~ Pio Game Mod

10-26-2004, 02:02 PM	#7
CaptainofDespair Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 413	Hmm. I suppose it shall go in this order. CaptainofDespair Alaksoron Witch_Queen Soredamor Umwe Boromir88 Firefoot Novnarwen Beserker_Warrior Sarin Mithrilanger