The Fellowship of the Fourth Age (Part 1): A New Beginning Discussion Thread - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Firefoot · 09-03-2006, 01:52 PM

My save is filled as well.

Folwren · 09-07-2006, 06:00 PM

There, I just placed a post.

Durelin, you can place what you were planning on posting for Vror pretty easily, I thinks, as he was going to suggest a way of escaping. Kwell's not very much convinced right now of any possible way out through the water. And I don't, either, to be honest. He voiced my thoughts exactly. An unconscience person breaths underwater and when someone breaths underwater, he dies. If we could somehow get her under and stop her nose and mouth, then possibly...just possibly she'd make it. But the opening is too small.

I'll be willing to hear your plans.

Gotta run.

-- Folwren

Durelin · 09-07-2006, 06:04 PM

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But the opening is too small.

Perhaps...I can't say I have any positive image of how big it is, unfortunately.

Is some underwater excavation work in order, then?

Hilde Bracegirdle · 09-08-2006, 03:39 AM

My thought had been that the hole was sufficiently large enough to get the kids through, but small enough that a muscle bound slaver wouldn't fit easily. After all it is big enough for a hobbit with room to spare.

It is also not that long of a trip under water. Straight down then maybe 3 to 8 feet or so of rock to travel under. (Hilde pulls out her handy tape measure.)

As for the plan, I had imagined that Vror and his axe might go first, just incase some baddies made it into the cave from Lindir's side. Carl could get in the water to guide Azhar through while keeping her nose and mouth shut or maybe holding something over her face that would trap air. (Like how wet jeans do). Vror might need to pull on his ankles to help them out. Kwell could go last to help lower Azhar into the water, and also so that any guards peeking in might not notice the mischief. Or maybe because he doesn't trust them. But this all isn't the way it has to go, by any means. Just what I had pictured.

After she is out of the water though, is problematic to me. How will our three carry her? As a joint effort?

Or is one strong enough to carry her on their own. I know Carl couldn't, and I do hope Kwell might decide to pitch in.

I also thought that the water bath might help rouse Azhar or cool the fever...or make her worse off.

Tevildo, how do you think Azhar would react, once in the water?

But for posting. Durelin, I will have some time to write Saturday evening, but after that it will be back to 15 or 30 minutes here and there. I'm up for any senerio really, but might have to put in a save if my turn at bat comes up after tomorrow.

Got to run! Going to be late for work...eek.

Child of the 7th Age · 09-08-2006, 07:29 AM

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After she is out of the water though, is problematic to me. How will our three carry her? As a joint effort? Or is one strong enough to carry her on their own. I know Carl couldn't, and I do hope Kwell might decide to pitch in.

Remember that you have a good sized Elf waiting at the entrance to the tunnel. I really don't think it would be too much of a problem for Lindir to grab the girl, cradle her in his arms, and make his way across the plains. It will slow down the speed of their exit, however. There is another possibility. As I will post this morning, there are now a lot of horses running loose on the plains. It's conceivable that at least Lindir could do what Tevildo had Dorran do--- grab at least one of them and mount up. He could race off and head for the meeting point sooner since it's clear that Azhar needs medical help.

Getting out of the tunnel and and through the water is another matter, as my character can't get through the hole.

Tevildo · 09-08-2006, 08:53 AM

I think I have a solution no one could possibly argue with.

Just give me a few minutes and I will return....

EDIT....Post done. Azhar is up and kind of moving. Let's get out of the pit!

You are welcome to use my character in your posts getting up to the surface. Azhar will be insistent she is "fine" but she is really pretty weak and wobbly, and is still burning up with fever. she will definitely need some help.

Hilde Bracegirdle · 09-08-2006, 10:07 AM

Ho, ho! Problem solved!

Folwren · 09-10-2006, 02:26 PM

What exactly is happening next? Are we going to be sticking around the embankment there or make as quick a dash as we can back to the horses to ride off?

-- Folwren

Nogrod · 09-10-2006, 03:39 PM

I have basically written an answer to both Hadith (to Adnan) and Gwerr (to Ishkur). I just have to get to sleep about now... I will try to send my posts in 24 hours to both of them...

Durelin · 09-10-2006, 06:40 PM

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What exactly is happening next? Are we going to be sticking around the embankment there or make as quick a dash as we can back to the horses to ride off?

The latter...though in our attempt to make a break for it, I believe Imak and the men with him will catch up to us, or we will run into them.

Basically the plan was go in, get the kids, and get out...like all good rescue plans.

Sorry for the confusion and lack of clarity!

And, of course, correct me if I have the plans all wrong, Child.

Brinniel · 09-10-2006, 07:20 PM

Alright, save filled.

Let me know if I covered the situation okay, Tevildo.

Child of the 7th Age · 09-11-2006, 09:54 AM

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Basically the plan was go in, get the kids, and get out...like all good rescue plans.

Sounds good to me! I am definitely in favor of a quick dash.

Tevildo · 09-11-2006, 10:41 AM

Looks fine! I've sent you a question or two in a pm. I don't plan to fill my save till late tonight. If I don't get an answer by then, I'll do the best I can and edit later as needed.

Folwren · 09-12-2006, 03:10 PM

As soon as Piosenniel and Brinniel have filled in their saves, I'll write a post for Kwell.

Also, Tevildo, is Dorran really going to be able to fight?

-- Folwren

Nogrod · 09-12-2006, 03:32 PM

Regin - I have answered your post somewhat along the lines we discussed. Hopefully in a way that is okay with you. Sorry it took more time I initially thought it would take.

And slave-escapees in the camp. Just too full days right now to be active enough... I try to get my "Hadith answers Adnan" -post up asap (possibly in just an hour, or then tomorrow), but don't wait for it if you wish to move things forwards.

Sorry.

piosenniel · 09-13-2006, 03:15 AM

SAVE filled - #176.

Tevildo · 09-13-2006, 11:36 AM

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Also, Tevildo, is Dorran really going to be able to fight?

Probably not. But he feels compelled by duty to try. There is a personal reason why he is so anxious to get back. If he does not do so, Athwen may be a bit worried when the other members of the fellowship show up minus Dorran.

Folwren · 09-13-2006, 11:51 AM

She'll be worried anyway, especially if she learns that he went back to try to fight after getting hurt!

-- Folwren

Child of the 7th Age · 09-13-2006, 12:13 PM

I've put up a save. I wanted to make sure that I posted Aiwendil's response to Rôg before the actual flight and/or fighting started. If any other poster wants to go ahead and take that next step describing the flight and/or the fighting in a new post, you don't have to wait for my save to be filled in.

If no one posts before I fill my own save, I will push the action forward a little further.....but not too far since I know we're still waiting for Tevildo and Shae.

That's probably as clear as mud!

09-07-2006, 06:00 PM	#2
Folwren Messenger of Hope Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a tiny, insignificant little town in one of the many States. Posts: 5,076	There, I just placed a post. Durelin, you can place what you were planning on posting for Vror pretty easily, I thinks, as he was going to suggest a way of escaping. Kwell's not very much convinced right now of any possible way out through the water. And I don't, either, to be honest. He voiced my thoughts exactly. An unconscience person breaths underwater and when someone breaths underwater, he dies. If we could somehow get her under and stop her nose and mouth, then possibly...just possibly she'd make it. But the opening is too small. I'll be willing to hear your plans. Gotta run. -- Folwren __________________ A young man who wishes to remain a sound atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. - C.S. Lewis

09-08-2006, 03:39 AM	#4
Hilde Bracegirdle Relic of Wandering Days Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: You'll See Perpetual Change. Posts: 1,480	My thought had been that the hole was sufficiently large enough to get the kids through, but small enough that a muscle bound slaver wouldn't fit easily. After all it is big enough for a hobbit with room to spare. It is also not that long of a trip under water. Straight down then maybe 3 to 8 feet or so of rock to travel under. (Hilde pulls out her handy tape measure.) As for the plan, I had imagined that Vror and his axe might go first, just incase some baddies made it into the cave from Lindir's side. Carl could get in the water to guide Azhar through while keeping her nose and mouth shut or maybe holding something over her face that would trap air. (Like how wet jeans do). Vror might need to pull on his ankles to help them out. Kwell could go last to help lower Azhar into the water, and also so that any guards peeking in might not notice the mischief. Or maybe because he doesn't trust them. But this all isn't the way it has to go, by any means. Just what I had pictured. After she is out of the water though, is problematic to me. How will our three carry her? As a joint effort? Or is one strong enough to carry her on their own. I know Carl couldn't, and I do hope Kwell might decide to pitch in. I also thought that the water bath might help rouse Azhar or cool the fever...or make her worse off. Tevildo, how do you think Azhar would react, once in the water? But for posting. Durelin, I will have some time to write Saturday evening, but after that it will be back to 15 or 30 minutes here and there. I'm up for any senerio really, but might have to put in a save if my turn at bat comes up after tomorrow. Got to run! Going to be late for work...eek. Last edited by Hilde Bracegirdle; 09-08-2006 at 05:02 AM.

09-08-2006, 08:53 AM	#6
Tevildo Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Curled up on Melko's lap Posts: 425	I think I have a solution no one could possibly argue with. Just give me a few minutes and I will return.... EDIT....Post done. Azhar is up and kind of moving. Let's get out of the pit! You are welcome to use my character in your posts getting up to the surface. Azhar will be insistent she is "fine" but she is really pretty weak and wobbly, and is still burning up with fever. she will definitely need some help. __________________ Now Tevildo was a mighty cat--the mightiest of all--and possessed of an evil spirit,...and he was in Melko's constant following; and that cat had all cats subject to him, and he and his subjects were the chasers and getters of meat for Melko's table. Last edited by Tevildo; 09-08-2006 at 10:08 AM.

09-10-2006, 02:26 PM	#8
Folwren Messenger of Hope Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a tiny, insignificant little town in one of the many States. Posts: 5,076	What exactly is happening next? Are we going to be sticking around the embankment there or make as quick a dash as we can back to the horses to ride off? -- Folwren __________________ A young man who wishes to remain a sound atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. - C.S. Lewis

09-10-2006, 03:39 PM	#9
Nogrod Flame of the Ainulindalë Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Wearing rat's coat, crowskin, crossed staves in a field behaving as the wind behaves Posts: 9,308	I have basically written an answer to both Hadith (to Adnan) and Gwerr (to Ishkur). I just have to get to sleep about now... I will try to send my posts in 24 hours to both of them... __________________ Upon the hearth the fire is red Beneath the roof there is a bed; But not yet weary are our feet...

09-03-2006, 01:52 PM	#1
Firefoot Illusionary Holbytla Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 7,547	My save is filled as well.

09-08-2006, 10:07 AM	#7
Hilde Bracegirdle Relic of Wandering Days Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: You'll See Perpetual Change. Posts: 1,480	Ho, ho! Problem solved!

09-10-2006, 07:20 PM	#11
Brinniel Reflection of Darkness Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Polishing the stars. Well, somebody has to do it; they're looking a little bit dull. Posts: 2,983	Alright, save filled. Let me know if I covered the situation okay, Tevildo. __________________ Nolite te bastardes carborundorum

09-11-2006, 10:41 AM	#13
Tevildo Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Curled up on Melko's lap Posts: 425	Looks fine! I've sent you a question or two in a pm. I don't plan to fill my save till late tonight. If I don't get an answer by then, I'll do the best I can and edit later as needed. __________________ Now Tevildo was a mighty cat--the mightiest of all--and possessed of an evil spirit,...and he was in Melko's constant following; and that cat had all cats subject to him, and he and his subjects were the chasers and getters of meat for Melko's table.

09-12-2006, 03:10 PM	#14
Folwren Messenger of Hope Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a tiny, insignificant little town in one of the many States. Posts: 5,076	As soon as Piosenniel and Brinniel have filled in their saves, I'll write a post for Kwell. Also, Tevildo, is Dorran really going to be able to fight? -- Folwren __________________ A young man who wishes to remain a sound atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. - C.S. Lewis

09-12-2006, 03:32 PM	#15
Nogrod Flame of the Ainulindalë Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Wearing rat's coat, crowskin, crossed staves in a field behaving as the wind behaves Posts: 9,308	Regin - I have answered your post somewhat along the lines we discussed. Hopefully in a way that is okay with you. Sorry it took more time I initially thought it would take. And slave-escapees in the camp. Just too full days right now to be active enough... I try to get my "Hadith answers Adnan" -post up asap (possibly in just an hour, or then tomorrow), but don't wait for it if you wish to move things forwards. Sorry. __________________ Upon the hearth the fire is red Beneath the roof there is a bed; But not yet weary are our feet...

09-13-2006, 03:15 AM	#16
piosenniel Desultory Dwimmerlaik Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pickin' flowers with Bill the Cat..... Posts: 7,779	SAVE filled - #176. __________________ Eldest, that’s what I am . . . I knew the dark under the stars when it was fearless - before the Dark Lord came from Outside.

09-13-2006, 11:51 AM	#18
Folwren Messenger of Hope Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a tiny, insignificant little town in one of the many States. Posts: 5,076	She'll be worried anyway, especially if she learns that he went back to try to fight after getting hurt! -- Folwren __________________ A young man who wishes to remain a sound atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. - C.S. Lewis

09-13-2006, 12:13 PM	#19
Child of the 7th Age Spirit of the Lonely Star Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 5,133	I've put up a save. I wanted to make sure that I posted Aiwendil's response to Rôg before the actual flight and/or fighting started. If any other poster wants to go ahead and take that next step describing the flight and/or the fighting in a new post, you don't have to wait for my save to be filled in. If no one posts before I fill my own save, I will push the action forward a little further.....but not too far since I know we're still waiting for Tevildo and Shae. That's probably as clear as mud! __________________ Multitasking women are never too busy to vote. Last edited by Child of the 7th Age; 09-13-2006 at 05:30 PM.