Prisoner of Númenor Planning/Discussion Thread - Page 2 - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Himaran · 03-31-2005, 12:14 PM

Quote:

"If nothing happens for more than 10 minutes real time, have somebody walk in with a gun, just to spice it up a bit."

Seems like things are going a bit slowly - (everyone's busy, and I am as well!). Perhaps its time for someone to walk in with a gun... or at least an axe.

- Himaran

littlemanpoet · 03-31-2005, 08:23 PM

It may not be a gun or an axe, but to my surprise, Mabalar discovers that one of his jailers is sympathetic. More to follow. How would y'all feel if we have another minor character?

littlemanpoet · 04-09-2005, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Himaran

Seems like things are going a bit slowly - (everyone's busy, and I am as well!). Perhaps its time for someone to walk in with a gun... or at least an axe.

- Himaran

I felt it was time for a "gun". Let's see what happens.

But let's not get carried away with derring do. Remember the goal, folks.

Meneltarmacil · 06-09-2005, 06:18 PM

Sorry for not posting in a long time. (I've really been neglecting my duties to this RPG lately...

) I'll post as soon as I can once I see what the plan for rescuing Mabalar is. I plan on carrying out the rescue mission rather than try to make a dash for Romenna. (I'll be on a road trip from June 16 until somewhere around June 29, so I'll try to do the best I can before then)

Oh, and if somebody could please add a hunting knife to my bio (as I don't think I can edit it at this point since it's in piosenniel's post), that'd be good.

piosenniel · 06-09-2005, 06:47 PM

Menel

I added the hunting knife to your character bio.

~*~ Pio

Feanor of the Peredhil · 06-11-2005, 08:02 PM

I've just posted. Inzi's group can see Romenna, so I recommend hurrying.

Just so it's common knowledge, I'm headed out of town for a few days, but I'll be back Tuesday night.

Himaran · 03-28-2005, 10:08 AM

Here is my post, to be placed after TomBrady12's in the gaming thread. If you think any changes need to be made, let me know.

--Himaran

__________________

Himaran's Post

"Please identify him if you would."

A cleverly laid trap. But I have not fallen into it just yet. Abarzadan smiled casually, and glanced around the room; trying his best not to show the inward fear circumventing his heart. Slow down! If he were to get out of this one, it would have to be by sheer luck - Abarzadan had never seen any of these people, let alone Abârpânarú himself. He decided to stall for time. "It was quite a few years back since the last trade we made - and people change over the years. Now let me see..." He kept looking, judging each guest individually.

There were several men and women standing or sitting around the room, carrying on personal coversations but secretly listening since Marsillion's loud outburst. Abarzadan used this to his advantage; as the words "stable master" left the accuser's lips, one man in the room shifted and turned his head. He was small, quite small, and of a wirey frame. Surely one such as Abârpânarú would not have had this undersized and unattractive man as his stable master; that position would require one of greater social stature. A field hand, maybe, but not one with authority. Perhaps, though, that was what Marsillion wanted him to think. The man was clever indeed.

Abarzadan's gaze then shifted to another man. This one, in comparision to the other, was tall and strong; with fair features. Surely this one would be more fitting for the role of a stable master than any in this room. He opened his mouth to give an answer in this effect and then stopped - what was he doing? Going against his first insticts, and using the belief system of his father to judge others (that only those of the right physical attributes could ever lead), would not win this battle of wits. The one that moved had to be the one discussed; it was that simple. Why can't you accept that?

Putting on the best face he could, Abarzadan chuckled openly, having made his decision. "A strange request, Marsillion, a strange one indeed. However, why keep you in suspense? The man you refer to is that one there, although his name escapes me. Perhaps now I can give you a riddle, just to keep things fair..." He waited for Marsillion's reaction. The man seemed to grimace, and than caught himself.

"That is he, Abarzadan - his name is Tiru. Come, we must now discuss this matter with the others, for time is short." As he moved off, however, Abarzadan caught a glimpse of lingering distrust in his eye. You're in deep now; and there is no going back...

TomBrady12 · 03-28-2005, 11:31 AM

I edited Himaran's post onto mine. Let me know if it needs any changing.

TB12

Feanor of the Peredhil · 03-28-2005, 12:30 PM

LMP : your quibble has been duly ammended... and all that jazz. All *should* be good now. And Him: nice writing.

Fea

Sophia the Thunder Mistress · 03-28-2005, 03:27 PM

to Armenelos.

Nice writing Himaran, good job getting out of that cleverly made trap.

I just realized (I've been kind of dense) that my pms have been full for days, so hopefully nobody has been trying to reach me all weekend.

Sorry everyone.

Everyone all ready for the next phase of our journey? I think it's time to head out. Any unfinished business from the Karibzir homestead can be dealt with in retrospect, I hope?

littlemanpoet · 07-20-2005, 02:04 PM

Monôizindu is the shopkeeper that aladlondewen would have been playing if she hadn't gotten so busy. In her absence, I'm preparing to write something that ties together Mabalar, Târik, and Monôizindu. The idea is that Mabalar finally remembers that he has a friend right in the capital, and he sends Târik after him. Once Monôizindu finds out what's up, the entire network of secret Faithful in the capital gets into action, and it's only a matter of circumstance before the rescuers are discovered/run into and get connected up with Monôizindu and thus Târik and finally Mabalar. And rescuing the Karibor (I again forget which one) that Mabalar rides, becomes a soluble (solvable, sorry)problem. Thoughts?

Regin Hardhammer · 07-20-2005, 09:37 PM

My post is up. Let me know if changes are needed. Sorry it's on the longish side. I got a bit carried away. You know how writing goes.

- Regin

Meneltarmacil · 07-28-2005, 05:57 PM

I've gotten us into the city. I'll be gone starting Friday but I'll be back on Monday so I don't think that should affect the RPG much.

Himaran · 07-28-2005, 06:07 PM

Time for a little more thinking...

What do we do now? These are a few options I have considered:

1. Take Inzi to the prison and use it as an opportunity to get the others out.

2. Drop the uniforms, find a place to stay, and lie low while gathering intelligence and figuring out how to get everyone free.

3. Turn themselves in. (Just kidding.)

We have, however, finally reached the point of the game where Abarzadan has a legitimate reason for deserting. He is inside Armenelos, and obviously wants to see it as his father had asked him to do. At some point in the rest of the story, I do want him to explore the "wonderous" city and find what he may... Then we shall see how this little sub-plot will end.

- Himaran

06-09-2005, 06:18 PM	#4
Meneltarmacil Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: The bottom of the ocean, discussing philosophy with a giant squid Posts: 2,254	Sorry for not posting in a long time. (I've really been neglecting my duties to this RPG lately... ) I'll post as soon as I can once I see what the plan for rescuing Mabalar is. I plan on carrying out the rescue mission rather than try to make a dash for Romenna. (I'll be on a road trip from June 16 until somewhere around June 29, so I'll try to do the best I can before then) Oh, and if somebody could please add a hunting knife to my bio (as I don't think I can edit it at this point since it's in piosenniel's post), that'd be good. __________________ I ♣ baby seals.

06-09-2005, 06:47 PM	#5
piosenniel Desultory Dwimmerlaik Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pickin' flowers with Bill the Cat..... Posts: 7,779	Menel I added the hunting knife to your character bio. ~*~ Pio __________________ Eldest, that’s what I am . . . I knew the dark under the stars when it was fearless - before the Dark Lord came from Outside.

06-11-2005, 08:02 PM	#6
Feanor of the Peredhil La Belle Dame sans Merci Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: perpetual uncertainty Posts: 5,517	I've just posted. Inzi's group can see Romenna, so I recommend hurrying. Just so it's common knowledge, I'm headed out of town for a few days, but I'll be back Tuesday night. __________________ peace

03-28-2005, 12:30 PM	#9
Feanor of the Peredhil La Belle Dame sans Merci Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: perpetual uncertainty Posts: 5,517	LMP : your quibble has been duly ammended... and all that jazz. All should be good now. And Him: nice writing. Fea __________________ peace

03-28-2005, 03:27 PM	#10
Sophia the Thunder Mistress Scent of Simbelmynë Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Aboard Highwind, bound for Traverse Town Posts: 1,780	The long and winding road... to Armenelos. Nice writing Himaran, good job getting out of that cleverly made trap. I just realized (I've been kind of dense) that my pms have been full for days, so hopefully nobody has been trying to reach me all weekend. Sorry everyone. Everyone all ready for the next phase of our journey? I think it's time to head out. Any unfinished business from the Karibzir homestead can be dealt with in retrospect, I hope? __________________ The seasons fall like silver swords, the years rush ever onward; and soon I sail, to leave this world, these lands where I have wander'd. O Elbereth! O Queen who dwells beyond the Western Seas, spare me yet a little time 'ere white ships come for me!

03-31-2005, 08:23 PM	#2
littlemanpoet Itinerant Songster Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: The Edge of Faerie Posts: 7,066	It may not be a gun or an axe, but to my surprise, Mabalar discovers that one of his jailers is sympathetic. More to follow. How would y'all feel if we have another minor character?

03-28-2005, 10:08 AM	#7
Himaran Ash of Orodruin Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Thangorodrim Posts: 777	Here is my post, to be placed after TomBrady12's in the gaming thread. If you think any changes need to be made, let me know. --Himaran __________________ Himaran's Post "Please identify him if you would." A cleverly laid trap. But I have not fallen into it just yet. Abarzadan smiled casually, and glanced around the room; trying his best not to show the inward fear circumventing his heart. Slow down! If he were to get out of this one, it would have to be by sheer luck - Abarzadan had never seen any of these people, let alone Abârpânarú himself. He decided to stall for time. "It was quite a few years back since the last trade we made - and people change over the years. Now let me see..." He kept looking, judging each guest individually. There were several men and women standing or sitting around the room, carrying on personal coversations but secretly listening since Marsillion's loud outburst. Abarzadan used this to his advantage; as the words "stable master" left the accuser's lips, one man in the room shifted and turned his head. He was small, quite small, and of a wirey frame. Surely one such as Abârpânarú would not have had this undersized and unattractive man as his stable master; that position would require one of greater social stature. A field hand, maybe, but not one with authority. Perhaps, though, that was what Marsillion wanted him to think. The man was clever indeed. Abarzadan's gaze then shifted to another man. This one, in comparision to the other, was tall and strong; with fair features. Surely this one would be more fitting for the role of a stable master than any in this room. He opened his mouth to give an answer in this effect and then stopped - what was he doing? Going against his first insticts, and using the belief system of his father to judge others (that only those of the right physical attributes could ever lead), would not win this battle of wits. The one that moved had to be the one discussed; it was that simple. Why can't you accept that? Putting on the best face he could, Abarzadan chuckled openly, having made his decision. "A strange request, Marsillion, a strange one indeed. However, why keep you in suspense? The man you refer to is that one there, although his name escapes me. Perhaps now I can give you a riddle, just to keep things fair..." He waited for Marsillion's reaction. The man seemed to grimace, and than caught himself. "That is he, Abarzadan - his name is Tiru. Come, we must now discuss this matter with the others, for time is short." As he moved off, however, Abarzadan caught a glimpse of lingering distrust in his eye. You're in deep now; and there is no going back...

03-28-2005, 11:31 AM	#8
TomBrady12 Haunting Spirit Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Red Sox Nation Posts: 69	I edited Himaran's post onto mine. Let me know if it needs any changing. TB12

07-20-2005, 02:04 PM	#11
littlemanpoet Itinerant Songster Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: The Edge of Faerie Posts: 7,066	Monôizindu is the shopkeeper that aladlondewen would have been playing if she hadn't gotten so busy. In her absence, I'm preparing to write something that ties together Mabalar, Târik, and Monôizindu. The idea is that Mabalar finally remembers that he has a friend right in the capital, and he sends Târik after him. Once Monôizindu finds out what's up, the entire network of secret Faithful in the capital gets into action, and it's only a matter of circumstance before the rescuers are discovered/run into and get connected up with Monôizindu and thus Târik and finally Mabalar. And rescuing the Karibor (I again forget which one) that Mabalar rides, becomes a soluble (solvable, sorry)problem. Thoughts?

07-20-2005, 09:37 PM	#12
Regin Hardhammer Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Tumunzahar/Nogrod Posts: 364	My post is up. Let me know if changes are needed. Sorry it's on the longish side. I got a bit carried away. You know how writing goes. - Regin __________________ For once I myself saw with my own eyes the Sibyl at Cumae hanging in a bottle, and when the boys said to her: 'Sibyl, what do you want?' she replied, 'I want to die.'"

07-28-2005, 05:57 PM	#13
Meneltarmacil Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: The bottom of the ocean, discussing philosophy with a giant squid Posts: 2,254	I've gotten us into the city. I'll be gone starting Friday but I'll be back on Monday so I don't think that should affect the RPG much. __________________ I ♣ baby seals.

07-28-2005, 06:07 PM	#14
Himaran Ash of Orodruin Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Thangorodrim Posts: 777	Time for a little more thinking... What do we do now? These are a few options I have considered: 1. Take Inzi to the prison and use it as an opportunity to get the others out. 2. Drop the uniforms, find a place to stay, and lie low while gathering intelligence and figuring out how to get everyone free. 3. Turn themselves in. (Just kidding.) We have, however, finally reached the point of the game where Abarzadan has a legitimate reason for deserting. He is inside Armenelos, and obviously wants to see it as his father had asked him to do. At some point in the rest of the story, I do want him to explore the "wonderous" city and find what he may... Then we shall see how this little sub-plot will end. - Himaran