Life of Gold Discussion Thread - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Glirdan · 11-01-2006, 06:19 AM

I'll go and check. Noinkling sent me a message saying that he can't play (RL issues).

Valesse · 11-01-2006, 12:13 PM

put with character bio post ~*~ Pio

Valesseka glared at the parchement furiously. Convinced, somehow, that it was from a certain nobleman who at their parting she imagined travelling far to the south and east never to be seen again. She wanted desperately to know what the unknown symbols read, so much so that after a day of scowlling at them she gave in and asked for someone to read it to her.

It wasn't from Eomerleo, nor did it mention him specifically, but from the wording she felt there was a real chance of seeing her fellow traveller once again. Wasting no time she collected her things and set out for Rohan. The Arnorian moved quickly southward, somewhat glazing over the world around her, and used the same method she had in racing those months ago.

At the door of the White Horse she paused somewhat expecting to hear that crazed shouting she once heard at the Sea of Rhun. Smirking to herself she shook her head and made her way to the door.

The Sixth Wizard · 11-01-2006, 11:11 PM

Oh my, aren't I a celebrity! Well g'day everyone, I'll get a first post etc. up soon if you don't mind. Sounds like fun.

Hmmm. I wonder what I shall name this character... Sheesh, a Rohan male, I could just use my old one, or his distant grandfather anyways...

Oh, and I won't be here for Saturday until Tuesday (Melbourne Cup Weekend) so the character bio will be up by tomorrow.

Thinlómien · 11-02-2006, 03:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Sixth Wizard

Hmmm. I wonder what I shall name this character... Sheesh, a Rohan male, I could just use my old one, or his distant grandfather anyways...

This might help you.

Thinlómien · 11-02-2006, 07:40 AM

Okay, I just realised there are a few things about the general plot that I don't know and I should. So, the basic things:

Where was Thin-Gloomy kidnapped?
He was on his way to the treasure, right?
Where is the treasure hidden?

And then, I've thought about this... If the treasure is big, Thin-Gloomy can't carry it all by himself. So has he hired workforce (with what money? a promise of money to come?) or a cart driver or bought a cart for himself? Has he hired any defenders for himself? (If I was going to the wilderness to get a treasure, I'd definitely want to have a couple of sellswords protecting me, but I'm not that sure about Thin-gloomy who is used to wandering alone...) Or is this all up to me?

Glirdan · 11-02-2006, 03:41 PM

All of it is up too you Lommy. But I am glad you asked as we (as in me and you) can discuss a place where the treasure is hidden. And get Valier involved to see if she had any specific place in mind.

The Sixth Wizard · 11-02-2006, 10:36 PM

Linked to Player/Character List ~*~ Pio

Character Bio & First Post for the game

NAME: Dárin

AGE: 189

RACE: Dwarf

GENDER: Male

WEAPONS: Well equipped, though he is very old. He wields a large axe, a smaller knife and a roundshield. He has light armour, because of the worries of older age, but has fought some battles and retains some of his strength.

APPEARANCE: A normal size for a dwarf, with a long grey beard. He’s quite old and cannot move well, bowed down more than even a normal dwarf. Because of this his movements are stiff and he can only really shamble, not run.

PERSONALITY/STRENGTHS/WEAKNESSES: He is stubborn, and slow to relieve old ties and prejudices. Dárin is very cynical and grumpy much of the time. He has never ridden a horse, does not easily try new things, and almost never seeks glory or adventure, save in need, though this journey is was a strange decision. He can be a strong ally in what he believes in, but his weakness is his stubbornness.

HISTORY: Dárin used to be a dwarf from the Iron Hills, related to Thin-gloomy. After hearing of the race which his relative won, and then hearing of the way which he was captured, Dárin decided that because he had no children and no reason to stay in the Iron Hills, he would track down his old acquaintance and help him escape. It was a strange decision, a compulsive move that he would nearly never had made under normal circumstances, and he may regret it later on in the journey, but Dárin has become poor, and he thinks he might somehow be able to profit from it.

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The Sixth Wizard's post

In a large open field somewhere in Rohan, a small figure was hurrying through the bright sun. Heavily dressed, he was nevertheless in a state of disrepair, and looked as though he had travelled a long way. This was in fact a dwarf known as Dárin of the Iron Hills. And Dárin the Dwarf was in the state of mind that had carried him through the past few weeks. Grumpy.

"Witch-Kings and Necromancers! Elves and Dragons! Spiders and Skin-changers! Goblins and Trolls! I can't take it any more, no I can't, I am too old, too old. Why oh why did I ever begin this journey? I don't like Thin-gloomy! I should've earned my bread at home, or become a builder, ...or something anyway! And curse this infernal grass!" A stream of mixed curses and profanities were dispatched from Dárin as he plucked a few spines from his clothes.

There were many miles behind him, and many a clue from travellers he had met over the disappearance of his second cousin Thin-Gloomy. The main reason Dárin had left the Iron Hills was because of his poverty, brought on because he was terrible when dealing with gold, and the thought he may profit from helping his relative. And somewhere there were some family ties hidden under his gruff exterior. He actually had quite a loyal heart.

Finally he began to draw near to civilisation. Civilisation, he laughed. People of the farms know nothing of stonework! One thing they're good at though, making ale. He hastened toward the nearest Inn, ignoring their stares, and a snuffling horse. A good drink awaited.

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The Sixth Wizard · 11-10-2006, 03:30 AM

Incidentally my post is up, just an ego thing seeing the FIRST POST NEEDED sign after my name...

Crystal Heart · 11-10-2006, 07:38 AM

LOL Sixth. That's awesome.

This should be an exciting game.

Naria · 11-10-2006, 12:55 PM

Quote:

how about the cabin owner the group meets up with and who joins them:

That sounds ok with me Pio!

I'll get my character bio up as soon as I get my brain together today

Glirdan · 11-10-2006, 02:29 PM

And with that, we can start as soon as everyone gets their posts up. Thank you everyone for joining! I am quite excited about this game (and I have another one planned for after this one [Crystal, I'll need to talk to you about that later on]) so I'm quite extatic about this. So, without further ado, I pronounce signing up officialy closed and the game officially opened!!

The Sixth Wizard · 01-24-2007, 03:29 PM

Two posts in two days, I'm on a roll, man.

Glirdan · 01-25-2007, 06:02 AM

YAY!! You're all back, well, the three that are still here that is. I believe Cordelia and Crystal will be returning soon so we (and I mean I [unless someone wants to take over one of them]) won't have to carry them anymore.

And thanks for getting this back going, all of you!! I have been terribly busy with school lately due to exams starting today and culminating projects that are due left, right and center!! But I should be able to come a little more starting next Wednsday. So I'll see you all (more soon)!!

Oh, and I have a post up for myself, Crystal and Cordelia (all in one post). Keep up the great work everyone!!

Thinlómien · 01-25-2007, 06:02 AM

Bravo! This is going on!

Thinlómien · 01-25-2007, 06:04 AM

Another sign of an active RPG: two people cross-posting in the discussion thread!^ Yay!

Glirdan · 01-25-2007, 01:56 PM

Ha!! I was thinking that myself!

Crystal Heart · 01-28-2007, 07:05 AM

*slides back in*

HI!! Sorry everyone for this delay. I read through the posts so I know what's going on. Thank you Glirdan for carrying myself and Marieme. I'm sure Marieme will thank you later on today. (She's still sleeping.)

I'm back to active duty!

Did ya all miss me? LOL. jk.

I see much hasn't happened since I left. Any new game plans?

The Sixth Wizard · 03-02-2007, 02:22 PM

May I be injured?

Glirdan · 03-02-2007, 04:44 PM

Hmmm.....well, we aren't quite at that point yet Sixth. This surprise is a differnet surprise.

Lommy, get ready!

PS: I've posted. Cordelia, PLEASE POST!! Crystal, if you have to hit her to post, DO IT!!

Crystal Heart · 03-02-2007, 11:47 PM

lol. Okay I will do that right now.

Thinlómien · 03-05-2007, 06:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Glirdan

Lommy, get ready!

I am ready, just waiting for you snails...

Cordelia Harrison · 03-05-2007, 12:50 PM

Sorry. I know. I am a snail. I shall admit it.

Crystal just posted before me and she had to run off to class. But she wanted me to tell you all that she will be on later to encourge us not to be snails any longer.

According to Crystal as she ran out the door:

ONWARD JOURNEYMEN, ONWARD!

Naria · 03-05-2007, 01:30 PM

Syringa grows even more insane from the loneliness *pulls legs closer to her chest and continues rocking on the floor of her cottage*

11-01-2006, 12:13 PM	#2
Valesse Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: \|Away Posts: 614	*put with character bio post ~~ Pio** Valesseka glared at the parchement furiously. Convinced, somehow, that it was from a certain nobleman who at their parting she imagined travelling far to the south and east never to be seen again. She wanted desperately to know what the unknown symbols read, so much so that after a day of scowlling at them she gave in and asked for someone to read it to her. It wasn't from Eomerleo, nor did it mention him specifically, but from the wording she felt there was a real chance of seeing her fellow traveller once again. Wasting no time she collected her things and set out for Rohan. The Arnorian moved quickly southward, somewhat glazing over the world around her, and used the same method she had in racing those months ago. At the door of the White Horse she paused somewhat expecting to hear that crazed shouting she once heard at the Sea of Rhun. Smirking to herself she shook her head and made her way to the door. Last edited by piosenniel; 11-01-2006 at 12:37 PM.

11-02-2006, 07:40 AM	#5
Thinlómien Shady She-Penguin Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: In a far land beyond the Sea Posts: 8,093	Okay, I just realised there are a few things about the general plot that I don't know and I should. So, the basic things: Where was Thin-Gloomy kidnapped? He was on his way to the treasure, right? Where is the treasure hidden? And then, I've thought about this... If the treasure is big, Thin-Gloomy can't carry it all by himself. So has he hired workforce (with what money? a promise of money to come?) or a cart driver or bought a cart for himself? Has he hired any defenders for himself? (If I was going to the wilderness to get a treasure, I'd definitely want to have a couple of sellswords protecting me, but I'm not that sure about Thin-gloomy who is used to wandering alone...) Or is this all up to me? __________________ Like the stars chase the sun, over the glowing hill I will conquer Blood is running deep, some things never sleep Double Fenris

11-02-2006, 10:36 PM	#7
The Sixth Wizard Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Stuck under a rock in Valinor with Ar-Pharazon. Posts: 480	*Linked to Player/Character List ~~ Pio Character Bio & First Post for the game NAME: Dárin AGE: 189 RACE: Dwarf GENDER: Male WEAPONS: Well equipped, though he is very old. He wields a large axe, a smaller knife and a roundshield. He has light armour, because of the worries of older age, but has fought some battles and retains some of his strength. APPEARANCE: A normal size for a dwarf, with a long grey beard. He’s quite old and cannot move well, bowed down more than even a normal dwarf. Because of this his movements are stiff and he can only really shamble, not run. PERSONALITY/STRENGTHS/WEAKNESSES: He is stubborn, and slow to relieve old ties and prejudices. Dárin is very cynical and grumpy much of the time. He has never ridden a horse, does not easily try new things, and almost never seeks glory or adventure, save in need, though this journey is was a strange decision. He can be a strong ally in what he believes in, but his weakness is his stubbornness. HISTORY: Dárin used to be a dwarf from the Iron Hills, related to Thin-gloomy. After hearing of the race which his relative won, and then hearing of the way which he was captured, Dárin decided that because he had no children and no reason to stay in the Iron Hills, he would track down his old acquaintance and help him escape. It was a strange decision, a compulsive move that he would nearly never had made under normal circumstances, and he may regret it later on in the journey, but Dárin has become poor, and he thinks he might somehow be able to profit from it. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Sixth Wizard's post** In a large open field somewhere in Rohan, a small figure was hurrying through the bright sun. Heavily dressed, he was nevertheless in a state of disrepair, and looked as though he had travelled a long way. This was in fact a dwarf known as Dárin of the Iron Hills. And Dárin the Dwarf was in the state of mind that had carried him through the past few weeks. Grumpy. "Witch-Kings and Necromancers! Elves and Dragons! Spiders and Skin-changers! Goblins and Trolls! I can't take it any more, no I can't, I am too old, too old. Why oh why did I ever begin this journey? I don't like Thin-gloomy! I should've earned my bread at home, or become a builder, ...or something anyway! And curse this infernal grass!" A stream of mixed curses and profanities were dispatched from Dárin as he plucked a few spines from his clothes. There were many miles behind him, and many a clue from travellers he had met over the disappearance of his second cousin Thin-Gloomy. The main reason Dárin had left the Iron Hills was because of his poverty, brought on because he was terrible when dealing with gold, and the thought he may profit from helping his relative. And somewhere there were some family ties hidden under his gruff exterior. He actually had quite a loyal heart. Finally he began to draw near to civilisation. Civilisation, he laughed. People of the farms know nothing of stonework! One thing they're good at though, making ale. He hastened toward the nearest Inn, ignoring their stares, and a snuffling horse. A good drink awaited. ----- Last edited by The Sixth Wizard; 03-08-2007 at 03:14 AM.

11-10-2006, 07:38 AM	#9
Crystal Heart Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Rohan Posts: 568	LOL Sixth. That's awesome. This should be an exciting game. __________________ "What you see is exactly what you get. Don't say I didn't warn you."

01-25-2007, 06:02 AM	#14
Thinlómien Shady She-Penguin Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: In a far land beyond the Sea Posts: 8,093	Bravo! This is going on! __________________ Like the stars chase the sun, over the glowing hill I will conquer Blood is running deep, some things never sleep Double Fenris

11-01-2006, 06:19 AM	#1
Glirdan Energetic Essence Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Where Lark Nor Eagle Ever Flew Posts: 3,285	I'll go and check. Noinkling sent me a message saying that he can't play (RL issues).

11-01-2006, 11:11 PM	#3
The Sixth Wizard Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Stuck under a rock in Valinor with Ar-Pharazon. Posts: 480	Oh my, aren't I a celebrity! Well g'day everyone, I'll get a first post etc. up soon if you don't mind. Sounds like fun. Hmmm. I wonder what I shall name this character... Sheesh, a Rohan male, I could just use my old one, or his distant grandfather anyways... Oh, and I won't be here for Saturday until Tuesday (Melbourne Cup Weekend) so the character bio will be up by tomorrow.

11-02-2006, 03:41 PM	#6
Glirdan Energetic Essence Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Where Lark Nor Eagle Ever Flew Posts: 3,285	All of it is up too you Lommy. But I am glad you asked as we (as in me and you) can discuss a place where the treasure is hidden. And get Valier involved to see if she had any specific place in mind.

11-10-2006, 03:30 AM	#8
The Sixth Wizard Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Stuck under a rock in Valinor with Ar-Pharazon. Posts: 480	Incidentally my post is up, just an ego thing seeing the FIRST POST NEEDED sign after my name...

11-10-2006, 02:29 PM	#11
Glirdan Energetic Essence Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Where Lark Nor Eagle Ever Flew Posts: 3,285	And with that, we can start as soon as everyone gets their posts up. Thank you everyone for joining! I am quite excited about this game (and I have another one planned for after this one [Crystal, I'll need to talk to you about that later on]) so I'm quite extatic about this. So, without further ado, I pronounce signing up officialy closed and the game officially opened!!

01-24-2007, 03:29 PM	#12
The Sixth Wizard Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Stuck under a rock in Valinor with Ar-Pharazon. Posts: 480	Two posts in two days, I'm on a roll, man.

01-25-2007, 06:04 AM	#15
Thinlómien Shady She-Penguin Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: In a far land beyond the Sea Posts: 8,093	Another sign of an active RPG: two people cross-posting in the discussion thread!^ Yay! __________________ Like the stars chase the sun, over the glowing hill I will conquer Blood is running deep, some things never sleep Double Fenris

01-25-2007, 01:56 PM	#16
Glirdan Energetic Essence Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Where Lark Nor Eagle Ever Flew Posts: 3,285	Ha!! I was thinking that myself!

01-28-2007, 07:05 AM	#17
Crystal Heart Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Rohan Posts: 568	slides back in HI!! Sorry everyone for this delay. I read through the posts so I know what's going on. Thank you Glirdan for carrying myself and Marieme. I'm sure Marieme will thank you later on today. (She's still sleeping.) I'm back to active duty! Did ya all miss me? LOL. jk. I see much hasn't happened since I left. Any new game plans? __________________ "What you see is exactly what you get. Don't say I didn't warn you."

03-02-2007, 02:22 PM	#18
The Sixth Wizard Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Stuck under a rock in Valinor with Ar-Pharazon. Posts: 480	May I be injured?

03-02-2007, 04:44 PM	#19
Glirdan Energetic Essence Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Where Lark Nor Eagle Ever Flew Posts: 3,285	Hmmm.....well, we aren't quite at that point yet Sixth. This surprise is a differnet surprise. Lommy, get ready! PS: I've posted. Cordelia, PLEASE POST!! Crystal, if you have to hit her to post, DO IT!!

03-02-2007, 11:47 PM	#20
Crystal Heart Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Rohan Posts: 568	lol. Okay I will do that right now. __________________ "What you see is exactly what you get. Don't say I didn't warn you."

03-05-2007, 12:50 PM	#22
Cordelia Harrison Wight Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 126	Sorry. I know. I am a snail. I shall admit it. Crystal just posted before me and she had to run off to class. But she wanted me to tell you all that she will be on later to encourge us not to be snails any longer. According to Crystal as she ran out the door: ONWARD JOURNEYMEN, ONWARD!

03-05-2007, 01:30 PM	#23
Naria Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 500	Syringa grows even more insane from the loneliness pulls legs closer to her chest and continues rocking on the floor of her cottage __________________ MONEY Anyone who says it doesn't buy happiness.....is probably broke.