Shartak The Official Shartak Forum
Click here to play NOW!
February 06, 2012, 01:59:27 PM *
Welcome, Guest. Please login or register.
Did you miss your activation email?

Login with username, password and session length
News: Please read this security notice!
 
   Home   Help Search Login Register  
Pages: 1 [2] 3 4 ... 7   Go Down
  Print  
Author Topic: Vercingetorix, Lord of Dalpok!  (Read 4891 times)
0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic.
FirstAmongstDaves
Hero Member
*****
Posts: 4764


First up against the wall whenthe revolution comes


View Profile
« Reply #15 on: June 20, 2010, 08:01:39 AM »

OOC: I'm personally intrigued that it is "moanha" backwards. I have a good friend who has that nickname, for reasons best left unsaid. Suffice it to say, sharing a holiday house with him and his then girlfriend was not inducive of sleep.
Logged

Dramatis personae:

Justice Hart of York - leader of the Order of Patriots
FirstAmongstDaves - pirate and class act
Blue Hummingbird - Queen of the Dalpoki
Ibn al Xuffasch - Arab astrologer and hunter
Vercingetorix - roaming assassin
Ahnaom
Hero Member
*****
Posts: 1042



View Profile
« Reply #16 on: June 20, 2010, 08:11:06 AM »

I can assure you my nickname is a random combination of letters. I just liked how it sounds. What does "moanha" mean?
Logged
FirstAmongstDaves
Hero Member
*****
Posts: 4764


First up against the wall whenthe revolution comes


View Profile
« Reply #17 on: June 20, 2010, 08:39:43 AM »

"moaner" in an Australian accent.
Logged

Dramatis personae:

Justice Hart of York - leader of the Order of Patriots
FirstAmongstDaves - pirate and class act
Blue Hummingbird - Queen of the Dalpoki
Ibn al Xuffasch - Arab astrologer and hunter
Vercingetorix - roaming assassin
FirstAmongstDaves
Hero Member
*****
Posts: 4764


First up against the wall whenthe revolution comes


View Profile
« Reply #18 on: June 20, 2010, 08:45:59 AM »

I incidentally have an image for the Citadel of the Dalpok Crownlands, which I am quite proud of and took me some time to craft.... (Cyadora, sorry, your version looked a little too much like your new bread oven.)

I'll upload it and post it here shortly.
Logged

Dramatis personae:

Justice Hart of York - leader of the Order of Patriots
FirstAmongstDaves - pirate and class act
Blue Hummingbird - Queen of the Dalpoki
Ibn al Xuffasch - Arab astrologer and hunter
Vercingetorix - roaming assassin
FirstAmongstDaves
Hero Member
*****
Posts: 4764


First up against the wall whenthe revolution comes


View Profile
« Reply #19 on: June 22, 2010, 09:45:06 AM »

Of intermingled shargle and pirate corpses

Kikuya uses a healing herb on you and restores 8 health. (2010-06-21 18:43)

Kikuya gives you [around 40] poison darts. (2010-06-21 18:49)

A shargle bites you for 2 damage. (2010-06-21 20:06)
A shargle bites you for 2 damage. (2010-06-21 20:38)

You hear a cracking noise followed by a loud cheeping as a large egg carried by Kikuya hatches. (2010-06-21 23:05)

A shargle attacks you for 2 damage. (2010-06-22 00:05)

Kikuya nods in thanks to Vercingetorix. (2010-06-22 00:20)
Kikuya gets a look in her eye. She is crouching as she balances herself. (2010-06-22 00:21)
Kikuya spring up, blade drawn. (2010-06-22 00:22)
Kikuya kills the shargle with a cutlass. (2010-06-22 00:22)
Kikuya says a few woeds aloud before slicing the beast's head from its scrawney neck. (2010-06-22 00:24)
Kikuya repeats the words a few times over before standing over the mess she made. (2010-06-22 00:30)
Kikuya tales a long stick from the side of the doorway and pushes the bloodied shargle bits over towards the rotting body of Red Will in the downwind corner. (2010-06-22 00:31)

A shargle attacks you for 2 damage. (2010-06-22 00:40)

You say “Thank you Kikuya. ”
You sharpen one of your blunt daggers.

Kikuya uses a healing herb on you and restores 8 health. (2010-06-22 00:47)
Kikuya bows respectfully. (2010-06-22 00:47)

Vercingetorix hums praise to the star gods as he sharpens his sacrificial dagger.

Kikuya admires Vercingetorix's blade managing skills. (2010-06-22 00:49)

You attack the shargle with a machete for 3 damage. It dies. You gain 18 XP.

Kikuya uses a healing herb on you and restores 10 health. (2010-06-22 00:49)
Kikuya lets out a loud cheer! (2010-06-22 00:50)

You say “Distract with the one blade, kill with the other. Azuma the Wise taught me this.”

Kikuya feels her cheeks blushing about being so loud. She chesks her makeup for cracking, but is satisified that she is looking proper. (2010-06-22 00:50)

Vercingetorix takes a long stick from the side of the doorway and pushes the bloodied shargle bits over towards the rotting body of Red Will in the downwind corner.

Kikuya listens carefuly and takes Vercingetorix's words very seriously. (2010-06-22 00:51)
Kikuya puts away her mirror. (2010-06-22 00:52)
Kikuya gives you a gourd of banana beer. (2010-06-22 00:52)
Kikuya says “have a drink, My Lord I would hate to see you get parched.” (2010-06-22 00:52)

You drink a gourd of banana beer and feel better.

Kikuya smiles. (2010-06-22 00:56)

You say “Heady stuff. Fermented here in Dalpok? A rich flavour, yet smooth to the palate, with a hint of yeast. A fine brew. A man's brew. I feel manly already.”

Kikuya takes the empty gourd from Vercingetorix to clean and recycle. She enjoys seeing Her Lord pleased. (2010-06-22 00:58)

You say “The construction of the Citadel is proceeding apace. Would you like to see the plans?”

Kikuya says “yes, My Lord. I can not wait to see what your powers can command.” (2010-06-22 01:01)
Logged

Dramatis personae:

Justice Hart of York - leader of the Order of Patriots
FirstAmongstDaves - pirate and class act
Blue Hummingbird - Queen of the Dalpoki
Ibn al Xuffasch - Arab astrologer and hunter
Vercingetorix - roaming assassin
FirstAmongstDaves
Hero Member
*****
Posts: 4764


First up against the wall whenthe revolution comes


View Profile
« Reply #20 on: July 04, 2010, 07:49:35 AM »

Of a visit by a fellow Lord, a phoenix, and a Queen


Star god Tinxiweewee looks at carving (2010-06-23 14:48)
Star god Tinxiweewee says “Are we in New Hampshire? Somebody pass the maple syrup. Remember, you cannot drive with any open beverage containers, not even a gourd of water.” (2010-06-23 14:48)

Junirn scratches out what was carved on the wall. (2010-06-23 23:44)
Junirn carves something onto the wall. (2010-06-23 23:44)
Junirn says “And i did it again..” (2010-06-23 23:44)
Junirn says “I really need to tell the carve button.. from the speech button.. sorry for erasing the huge sentance again..” (2010-06-23 23:45)
Junirn rubs his forehead while thinking ` maybe i shouldn't speak.. ` (2010-06-23 23:47)

You say “Tinxi, to be honest, I thought this sounded very "Don't step on me", but it kept getting written on the weapons hut by someone so I decided it made a good motto given our pirate problem.”

You say “What we are proposing to do is mount all of our skulls in the immediate vicinity. A magic bird is going to be flying through here soon and give Kikuya much driftwood. When that happens, there will be ”
You say “wood to spare for our religious death trophies for which the pirates so kindly supply the last ingredient. ”

Star god Tinxiweewee says “So we are headhunting? I am embarassed to say that I don't have that skill yet. I'll go kill a few folks and get some more experience to buy it. ” (2010-06-24 04:43)
Star god Tinxiweewee says “Well, I got Blackbeard, but he was already down to 14HP so I didn't get much experience out of it. 400 more points to go!” (2010-06-24 04:51)

Kikuya looks up at her Lord and rushes to gather the needed supplies. (2010-06-24 11:15)
Kikuya returns, winded and collects herself before speaking. (2010-06-24 11:22)
Kikuya bows to her lord Vercingetorix, then to Star god Tinxiweewee and Junirn. (2010-06-24 11:23)
Kikuya says “there are two palefaced persons in our village. One on the porch and one inside the medical hut.” (2010-06-24 11:24)

dancing phoenix flies in through the open door, trailing fire. The phoenix nests in the burning fire in the centre of the room. (2010-06-25 02:50)

Kikuya rises quickly and begins to move all of the flammable items to the edges of the hut. (2010-06-25 14:27)
Kikuya restacks the wood stores silently as she makes ample room for dancing phoenix to be comfortable in the center of the room. (2010-06-25 14:28)

Star god Tinxiweewee says “Sorry, I had to use all of my extra strength to kill Blackbeard so I won't be learning the art of decapitating and cleaning skulls any time soon.” (2010-06-26 02:24)

Junirn stares blankly at the apple and the mango (2010-06-26 05:55)

Kikuya smiles to Junirn. "If you eat them, you will feel better. It is ancient medicine." (2010-06-26 09:49)

Junirn eats the fruit then looks up " It may be good, but i prefer the healing of herbs " (2010-06-26 15:47)

Star god Tinxiweewee says “I also prefer herb.” (2010-06-26 18:40)

The spectral figure of Red Will rises from the earth, skull plastered with a grin wider than any grin should ever be, and dripping black ooze. (2010-06-26 20:29)
The spectral figure of Red Will stretches out bony claws. The skull splits open along the mouth, and from the ghastly maw pours a terrifying shriek. (2010-06-26 20:31)
You hear Red Will let out a banshee wail coming from all around you, and lose 4 HP from fear. (2010-06-26 20:31)
You hear Red Will let out a banshee wail coming from all around you. (2010-06-26 20:31)
You hear Red Will let out a banshee wail coming from all around you. (2010-06-26 20:31)
You hear Red Will let out a banshee wail coming from all around you. (2010-06-26 20:31)
You hear Red Will let out a banshee wail coming from all around you. (2010-06-26 20:31)
You hear Red Will let out a banshee wail coming from all around you. (2010-06-26 20:31)
You hear Red Will let out a banshee wail coming from all around you. (2010-06-26 20:31)
You hear Red Will let out a banshee wail coming from all around you. (2010-06-26 20:31)
You hear Red Will let out a banshee wail coming from all around you. (2010-06-26 20:31)
You hear Red Will let out a banshee wail coming from all around you, and lose 4 HP from fear. (2010-06-26 20:31)
You hear Red Will let out a banshee wail coming from all around you, and lose 4 HP from fear. (2010-06-26 20:31)
You hear Red Will let out a banshee wail coming from all around you. (2010-06-26 20:31)
You hear Red Will let out a banshee wail coming from all around you. (2010-06-26 20:31)

Kikuya looks up. (2010-06-26 21:12)
Kikuya rises. (2010-06-26 21:12)
Kikuya uses a healing herb on you and restores 10 health. (2010-06-26 21:13)
Kikuya uses a healing herb on you and restores 2 health. (2010-06-26 21:13)
Kikuya swings a ghastly jack o'lantern around. (2010-06-26 21:21)
Kikuya swings a ghastly jack o'lantern around. (2010-06-26 21:23)
Kikuya swings a ghastly jack o'lantern around. (2010-06-26 21:23)
Kikuya smiles calmly and takes her place at Lord Vercingetorix's feet. (2010-06-26 21:23)

Junirn opens his eyes " What just happened?" (2010-06-27 13:31)

Kikuya smiles with respect to Vercingetorix and goes about her morning chores. (2010-06-28 12:51)
Kikuya takes a handmade wooden-handled broom with a long, grass-woven bottom and begins to sweep the hut floor clean. (2010-06-28 12:52)
Kikuya sweeps it all the rubbish and dirt out of the open door. (2010-06-28 12:52)
Kikuya replaces the broom on the wall and walks slowly, with tiny steps, over to the large copper basin in the far corner. (2010-06-28 12:53)
Kikuya dunks a rag in the steaming fruit water and rings it out before going to clean each of the eight granite thrones. (2010-06-28 12:54)
Kikuya works long and silently as she cleans every crevace and undercut in the large stone seats. (2010-06-28 12:55)
Kikuya finishes up by wringing the cloth dry and hanging it over the far edge of the basin, then taking her seat at the foot of her Lord, Vercingetorix's throne. (2010-06-28 12:56)

[Following a brief explanation], Junirn says “I see..” (2010-06-28 13:41)
Junirn says “There seems to be a pirate nearby” (2010-06-28 13:43)

dancing phoenix ruffles its flaming feathers and launches itself into the sky, heading south-west. (2010-06-28 23:35)

You say “I believe the pirate was Blackbeard, and he has been reduced to fertiliser. Also, his skull is on display nearby. I added my own decorations to the precinct.”
You give a machete to Junirn.
You say “Somethign to help you next time you see a pirate, my friend.”

Ahnaom slowly enters the citadel, eyes curiously darting around. "Greetings, Vercingetorix. It seems you have been serious in seizing the throne of the Dalpoki. Even if you have to make one yourself." (2010-06-29 04:46)
Ahnaom says “I must say, though, the constructions are already impressing me. And this place here might even envy some of the ancestors. Well done, fellow Dalpoki, well done.” (2010-06-29 04:48)
Ahnaom glances at Kikuya and smiles. You can not tell whether he blushed a bit or is it just reflections of the flames on a healer's face. (2010-06-29 04:49)

Junirn looks around holding a skull he found sitting around " I've always what wondered what would happen if i had a skeleton army...." (2010-06-29 09:45)

You say “Ahnaom, you misunderstand the nature of rule in Dalpok. All of the elder ones are Lords of Dalpok. Its just that they choose not to sit here.”

Junirn pulls a tiger claw out of his leg " machete none tiger one " (2010-06-30 13:09)

Kikuya takes the gift from Ahnaom with great interest. She looks around and bends over to pickup a grain of sand on her pinky finger. Looking at it carefully, she stows it in a locket around her neck. (2010-07-01 02:04)
Kikuya tidies up a bit and scampers off to the herb hut. (2010-07-01 02:08)

Junirn reads through an object, with white lengths of material and a rough outer shell " Anybody know what this is?, i found it next to a dead white man " (2010-07-01 15:10)

Kikuya hears a strange sound and skampers off to see what it is. (2010-07-02 13:43)

monaliza enters the Citadel. Her many attendants file in and stand silently against the walls. Her traveling crates are left outside. (2010-07-02 13:45)
monaliza smiles to Ahnaom before addressing Vercingetorix. (2010-07-02 13:46)
monaliza says “good afternoon Vercingetorix. I see that Dalpok is treating you well.” (2010-07-02 13:46)
monaliza is illuminated by a bright beam of sun through the eastern window as she speaks. Her red and crimson draperies waft carelessly in the light breeze as she stands in the center of the room. (2010-07-02 13:48)
monaliza notices the seven empty thrones and decides to take a short sit in the westernmost one. (2010-07-02 13:49)
monaliza climbs the short, narrow steps and takes a seat. She looks quite comfortable even without the excessive pillowage she is accustomed to. (2010-07-02 13:50)
monaliza says “so, Vercingetorix, I see you have gained respect and followers. Your town is flourshing and your reputation seems to have mended itself.” (2010-07-02 13:51)
monaliza switches her view to Ahnaom. (2010-07-02 13:51)
monaliza says “here visiting, young Ahnaom? Are you observing how Dalpok operates? Or are you searching for a fitting bride?” (2010-07-02 13:52)
monaliza smiles and giggles softly to herself. (2010-07-02 13:53)
monaliza nods to Junirn, 'hello.' (2010-07-02 13:53)
monaliza says “as my time is limited here, I will thank you and be on my way. I have not been home in moon-phase and I long for the sweet nectar of my mangos. ” (2010-07-02 13:55)
monaliza stands up in her seat and looks down on the small crowd. (2010-07-02 13:55)
monaliza says “I am impressed, Vercingetorix. You have done well and I respect your hard work and obvious lineage.” (2010-07-02 13:56)
monaliza climbs down from the oversized granite throne and turns back to Vercingetorix. (2010-07-02 13:56)
monaliza says “may the Ancients bless your journey, both in the world and inside your own vessel. If you find yourself in need, you know where to find me.” (2010-07-02 13:57)
monaliza says “I officially recognize Vercingetorix as one of the Lords of Dalpok and I will inform my people to present themselves to you when they visit your lands.” (2010-07-02 13:58)
monaliza turns and gives a 'corrective' look to a young female attendant trying to capture the attention of the handsome Ahnaom. (2010-07-02 14:00)
monaliza says “I must return to my lands, but please accept this gift from me to you, Vercingetorix.” (2010-07-02 14:00)
monaliza gives you a gourd of poison berry wine. (2010-07-02 14:00)
monaliza says “I have found in more 'stressful' times that a gourd of poison berry wine can be quite helpful and even enjoyable.” (2010-07-02 14:01)
monaliza watches her senior attendant rush over to Vercingetorix and present him with a small and overly-ornate gourd of the strong brew. (2010-07-02 14:02)
monaliza says “now, I shall make my way back to Raktam.” (2010-07-02 14:02)
monaliza says “may power and strength be with you all.” (2010-07-02 14:02)
monaliza says “I do expect to see you soon, Ahnaom. When you are ready, of course.” (2010-07-02 14:03)
monaliza turns as gust of air forces its way in the door. The Queen leaves in a blustery haze of fire-red silks billowing around her. The sweet scent of coconut and mango fades as her attendants file out. (2010-07-02 14:05)

Ahnaom makes a slight bow before Vercingetorix "You and me, we have a short and quirky history. But for now I call you Lord of Dalpok." (2010-07-02 15:26)
Ahnaom says “So... how about that harem?” (2010-07-02 15:26)

Ahnaom turns to Kikuya "Did you see our beautiful and wise Queen Monaliza? You should really come to Raktam one day. It is the most impressive and tranquil place on the other side of the Mountain." (2010-07-02 15:27)

Kikuya shakes her head no. (2010-07-02 15:45)
Kikuya says “but I did smell something unusual on my way in here earlier.” (2010-07-02 15:46)
Ahnaom takes a glance through the window where jungle leaves still rustle in the royal perfume. "You should see our Queen, young geisha." He squints at Vercingetorix and chuckles silently. (2010-07-02 16:50)
Ahnaom continues "There is an interesting story about him and Raktami Queen." (2010-07-02 16:51)
Ahnaom falls silent for a moment looking at the eyes of the young artist. "You have to learn so many things... And I doubt you can find answers in these pirate-ridden corners of the island..." (2010-07-02 16:56)
Ahnaom turns to Junirn. "Mmm... could you show me that thing you have picked from the dead outsider?" (2010-07-02 16:57)

Junirn turns to Ahnaom " I got rid of it.. i had no use of it.. " (2010-07-03 12:25)

Vercingetorix shrugs. "So the Queen of Raktam visits, hm? I had thought that phoenix was heading in her direction. Guess not."
Logged

Dramatis personae:

Justice Hart of York - leader of the Order of Patriots
FirstAmongstDaves - pirate and class act
Blue Hummingbird - Queen of the Dalpoki
Ibn al Xuffasch - Arab astrologer and hunter
Vercingetorix - roaming assassin
Ahnaom
Hero Member
*****
Posts: 1042



View Profile
« Reply #21 on: July 06, 2010, 05:20:42 PM »

(OOC: I am assuming the loyal geisha told the whole conversation to her lord. So it may be publicized now.)

Citadel of Dalpok Crownlands

Ahnaom hols his palms over the fire "Each time my feet bring me to this place I see and learn peculiar things. You Dalpoki eat different things, sharpen your machetes from the other side."
You say “Some curious and intriguing, some hideous and repulsive. Yet, I think we can learn a lot from each other. If we would be willing to. People rarely are, though...”
You say “The time has come for me to return to Raktam. I thank you for the hospitality.”
You say “Before I leave...”
Ahnaom pulls out a small round thing wrapped in purple linen cloth. "This is a present for you, Kikuya." He carefully extends both hands and slowly puts it into the palms of young geisha.
You say “Very fragile, hold it with care...”
Ahnaom takes one last look into the deep dark eyes of Kikuya. Then turns to Vercingetorix. "Farewell."
You say “May the Dalpoki ancestors and elders share their widsom with you and guard this place from troubles. Time will tell if you are a worthy ruler, Lord Vercingetorix.”

You give an Easter egg to Kikuya .
You whisper to Kikuya , “(As you slowly unwrap the cloth an oddly decorated egg reveals itself.)”
You whisper to Kikuya , “(You are about to start examining foreign decorative patterns and hundreds of colour shades when suddenly a thin transparent layer dettaches itself from the surface of the shell)”
You whisper to Kikuya , “It feels warm in your palms. Thin yet fairly strong material feels somewhat unnatural to the touch. The transparent thing sticks to your skin when you play with it curiously.)”
You whisper to Kikuya , “(Suddenly you see a few letters emerge near the corner where you have been holding the thing with your fingertips. It looks like a mix of berry ink and something else, you can not really tell.)”
You whisper to Kikuya , “(Your fist crumples the weird thing and after a few moments more letters emerge. Crudely written Raktami characters are falling together in a hurriedly written letter...)”
You whisper to Kikuya , “<Young Geisha, I need to speak with you before leaving Dalpok. With you alone. Do not fear, I have no ill intents towards you or Lord Vercingetorix.>”
You whisper to Kikuya , “<It is very important you find a seed of courage and a drop of trust in me. Let us meet in the hut nearby. SW. Please, come. A.>”

Ahnaom makes a small bow before Vercingetorix and leaves.

A small hut nearby
Kikuya  says “you called me, Ahnaom.”
Kikuya bows.

Ahnaom frantically looks through the window before facing Kikuya "The time is running out." He approaches young geisha. "Your time."
Ahnaom getly touches the amulet with a sand drop trapped inside. "You are graceful and loyal. Finding beauty and purpose in serving others. I know, I can see."
You say “There is the Queen on the other side of the mountain. My Queen. The wise lady of all Raktami. Just as your lord, she watches over our village with a vigilant and gentle eye. ”
You say “Not so long ago she has married a distinguished shaman and completed the Court of Raktam with a rite of bounding. We are like one big family. And I am part of it. I serve them with all my heart.”
You say “And yet, yet... I can leave at any time. I am free to speak out my mind. The warriors walk proud and women are cheerful in my home.”
You say “I have travelled to many places. Raktam stands out in so many ways. It does not hold a smell of dried blood and death like Rakmogak.”
You say “People do not slaughter their own children for the throne, like in Wiksik. There are no pirates or lords who put young girls in cages, like wild beasts and then use them for their own amusement.”
You say “And yet. Yet we are free to come and go. That is the soul of Raktam, the aether of our life. And this, in my humble understanding, has brought us all the rest.”
You say “I am, however, still young. Mayhap there are things I have forgotten or did not notice in the first place. And I sure have a lot to learn. ”
You say “One thing is very clear though, you will find no such peace on the tired soil of Dalpok. The men here are cruel and brash. Your Lord has been enjoying constructing harems in the village.”
You say “He has been pulling young girls from their home to serve him in despicable ways. Vercingetorix also visited our village and treated the noble Queen, single and solitude at that time, like an animal. ”
You say “Oh, I do think he finds more respect for a tiger than for a little girl. He has paid dearly for that insult but blades do not change the nature of the man.”
You say “With a new throne being constructed I am sure you will have to endure all the horrors I have told now. Dalpoki need not the liberation from pirates, you are oppressed by your own hideous tyrannts. ”
You say “Your kimono patterns will fade out. The tranquil darkness of your gentle eyes will be flooded with pain. You will have to forget yourself, to abandon your soul and surrender your body.”
You say “And he, he will make you love it. You will embrace slavery as freedom, this filthy cage as your home. Kikuya, you are not the first. Nor the only one.”
You say “Time does not have to follow this path.”
You say “Leave with me now. Today.”
You say “You will lose every chain that holds you now and gain everything you lack today.”
You say “I posses no great kingdom, nor palace. I shall not give you orders nor demend obedience. I wish to see your music and dance flowing with free gusts of the wind. I want to see you cheerful and proud.”
You say “We will construct another Okiya for you. Or we could journey across the island bringing people your arts as precious gifts. ”
You say “I can lead you anywhere you want to be. I wish to make you a gift that is the most precious in nature. I want to set you free.”
Ahnaom extends his open palm "Will you leave with me today, young Kikuya?"

Kikuya  stands as still as a wall, in complete shock.
Kikuya uncharacteristically studders, " I, I dont' know what to say. This all comes as a surprise to me. I don't know how to answer you."
Kikuya lowers her head and stares at her feet.
Ahnaom smiles and puts a gentle kiss on Kikuya's forehead. "I will take this as a yes then. Gather your belongings, we are leaving Dalpok soon."
Kikuya says “but, but I can not.”
Kikuya says “I have taken the oath to serve My Lord.”
Kikuya says “even if my future is dark and full of pain, I can not go back on my word. My honor would be ruined.”
Kikuya holds back tears.

Vercingetorix strides into the hut, looking fierce.
Vercingetorix says “Ahnoum. What business do you have with my concubine?”
Kikuya looks as if she is shaking a bit.
Kikuya bows quickly to her Lord.
Kikuya says “I live to serve you and the Crownlands.”
Vercingetorix says “You are a guest in our village. A guest. I have not forgotten your scrutiny of my motivations when I courted your Queen. Your time here is at my discretion and pleasure.”
Kikuya says “Vercingetorix, My Lord, you are so strong. You are so adept that you can hear the slightest whisper within your realm.”
Vercingetorix frowns. "Eat of the mangoes. Fill your gourd with water. Take pleasure from the vista. But know where the line is in the sand.
Kikuya says “I live to serve you. My life is here. My heart is here. I am bound to your service.”
Kikuya bows again to Her Lord and stays low.
Vercingetorix says “Treachery has a certain rattle which even the most elderly can hear.”
Vercingetorix says “I will be raising this issue with your sovereign, Ahnaom. I think your time here in our village has come to an end.”
Kikuya says “I am but a humble concubine. To do my best is to live to my fullest potential as a respected servant to My Lord. His pleasure is my only and greatest reward.”
Kikuya stand back upright.
Vercingetorix says “Kikuya, please return to the Citadel. This Raktami seems to have picked up the habits of the outsiders in his travels. I would not have him chain you and drag you back to Raktam.”
Kikuya says “I will never stray from your side, Vercingetorix. I should be punished for leaving your hut. My shame will be my lesson. Your punishment is all I deserve. ”
Kikuya says “yes, Sir. Right away.”
Vercingetorix says “I do not know what is accepted practice in Raktam nowadays. Does the Royal Court condone this sort of behaviour?”
Kikuya quickly scurries back to the Citadel.
Vercingetorix says “When you return to Raktam, please ask your sovereign to send an envoy. We need to discuss this practice. ”
Vercingetorix snorts, turns, and walks out.

Citadel of Dalpok Crownlands
Ahnaom enters the citadel holding a concealed sword in his hand. He turns to Vercingetorix "It was rather rude of you to interrupt. Not that you Dalpoki know much about manners and honour."
You say “My business with Kikuya is my own and does not concern you in the slightest. I bring no ill intent to Dalpok and as such I will go where I please and talk to whom I please.”
You say “And yes, I will watch your every move. And every foul mistake you make. For rulers have to earn their respect. So far you are not doing very well, I must add.”
You say “And should you have any issues with my behaviour here, why don't you walk to Raktam by yourself?”
Ahnaom turns to Kikuya "There is no outh that can break the freedom or take away life. But everyone gets what she deserves. You can not say one thing though. That you have not been warned."
Ahnaom bows to Kikuya, then to Vercingetorix and leaves the citadel in silence.
Logged
FirstAmongstDaves
Hero Member
*****
Posts: 4764


First up against the wall whenthe revolution comes


View Profile
« Reply #22 on: July 16, 2010, 05:08:04 AM »

And the Citadel is established. Two floors, heads on pikes out the front. Thanks Simon. Super exciting.
Logged

Dramatis personae:

Justice Hart of York - leader of the Order of Patriots
FirstAmongstDaves - pirate and class act
Blue Hummingbird - Queen of the Dalpoki
Ibn al Xuffasch - Arab astrologer and hunter
Vercingetorix - roaming assassin
Neil Tathers
Hero Member
*****
Posts: 3353


Likes to Click Buttons


View Profile
« Reply #23 on: July 16, 2010, 11:11:25 AM »

SHow me where, and I'll update the wiki to represent this.
Logged

Neil Tathers

Mr Derby 2008
Cracker
Sr. Member
****
Posts: 284


View Profile
« Reply #24 on: July 16, 2010, 12:10:14 PM »

Its about time there was some form of leadership in Dalpok, though i hesitate to congratulate anyone just yet, as i havent been back long enough to really see what is being done.

Now time to announce my return elsewhere.
Logged
Ahnaom
Hero Member
*****
Posts: 1042



View Profile
« Reply #25 on: July 16, 2010, 03:26:14 PM »

And the Citadel is established. Two floors, heads on pikes out the front. Thanks Simon. Super exciting.

Could you post pics?
Logged
Swarm
Hero Member
*****
Posts: 1640


Could you hold this TNT for me? Thanks.


View Profile
« Reply #26 on: July 16, 2010, 11:29:20 PM »

I saw it, it looks pretty cool.  I was also in it.  It is part of a double hut, if you didn't know.  The outside looks like a cave-entrance-like hut,m with spikes with skulls on the top of them outside on the ground.
Logged

Swarm - Hunts Natives.

Exterminator894 - Is hungry
FirstAmongstDaves
Hero Member
*****
Posts: 4764


First up against the wall whenthe revolution comes


View Profile
« Reply #27 on: July 17, 2010, 09:01:28 AM »

I can't do screenshots so someone else can do the honours?

Very happy with how it looks. A lot of effort went into those pirate heads!
Logged

Dramatis personae:

Justice Hart of York - leader of the Order of Patriots
FirstAmongstDaves - pirate and class act
Blue Hummingbird - Queen of the Dalpoki
Ibn al Xuffasch - Arab astrologer and hunter
Vercingetorix - roaming assassin
FirstAmongstDaves
Hero Member
*****
Posts: 4764


First up against the wall whenthe revolution comes


View Profile
« Reply #28 on: July 17, 2010, 09:03:23 AM »

I saw it, it looks pretty cool.  I was also in it.  It is part of a double hut, if you didn't know.  The outside looks like a cave-entrance-like hut,m with spikes with skulls on the top of them outside on the ground.

You went up, yes?

I got my east and west muddled in the description - needs fixing.
Logged

Dramatis personae:

Justice Hart of York - leader of the Order of Patriots
FirstAmongstDaves - pirate and class act
Blue Hummingbird - Queen of the Dalpoki
Ibn al Xuffasch - Arab astrologer and hunter
Vercingetorix - roaming assassin
Ahnaom
Hero Member
*****
Posts: 1042



View Profile
« Reply #29 on: July 17, 2010, 09:04:56 AM »

I would gladly take a pic of myself and Kikuya in front of your palace but you would probably add my head to those pikes.
Logged
Pages: 1 [2] 3 4 ... 7   Go Up
  Print  
 
Jump to:  

Powered by MySQL Powered by PHP Powered by SMF 1.1.16 | SMF © 2006-2008, Simple Machines Valid XHTML 1.0! Valid CSS!