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Anade_Evriana
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Joined: 25 Dec 2007
Location: [GMT -4/5]
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The note is taken down, replied to, and put in militia files.
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Bobo_Underhill
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Posted: Mon, Jun 21 2010, 2:44 AM |
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Player
Joined: 21 Jul 2007
Location: The Drone Star State
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Name: Marigold Cobcruncher
Age: ??
Gender: Female
Occupation: None
Faith: Yondalla
Years Resident: A while
Place of Birth: Luiren
Relatives in the Dale: Okra (Brother), Ukre (Brother)
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Andrew Fryar: Cordor's Folk Hero
Bobrin: Eccentric Avenging Executioner
Lyle Torrowfire: Retired badass
Marigold Cobcruncher: Perceptive Priestess
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chefwudan
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Posted: Sun, Jun 27 2010, 21:13 PM |
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Player
Joined: 01 Mar 2006
Location: Miami, FL
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Name: Frido Fries
Age: 24
Gender/Race: Male Hin
Occupation: Fighter and Adventurer
Faith: Cyrrollalee and the other hin gods
Years Resident: 1-2 years
Place of Birth: Lurien
Relatives in the Dale: None
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Anade_Evriana
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Posted: Sun, Jul 04 2010, 5:04 AM |
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Player
Joined: 25 Dec 2007
Location: [GMT -4/5]
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*a general warning and militia order go out*
Any grouping of flying creatures (bats, birds, bugs, or other) passing over the Dale walls or causing trouble/damage to Dale lands are to be brought down and non-adventurer citizens to retreat inside until a member of the militia gives the all clear. Solitary creatures are allowed, as normal, as are familiars or animal companions that accompany their humanoid companion.
-Captain Swift
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ShadowSoul89
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Posted: Mon, Jul 05 2010, 6:13 AM |
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Player
Joined: 03 Aug 2009
Location: Somewhere...
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Soon after the swarm of bats was driven off from Bendir Dale, Brena can be seen moving about the town and reinforcing its defences with a 'weapon' to ward off the recent vampiric threat. Bulbs of garlic are seen placed by door-ways and at the windows of public buildings; including the Hinn Inn, shops, and the Town Hall itself. She also gives garlic wine to the hin in those buildings for when they return to their homes. On her patrol over Dale territory, she is also seen giving more bottles of garlic wine to stationed militia guards to protect them against the new foe, informing them to dab some of the liquid on themselves while on duty at night. These precautions may not provide the most refreshing smell, but it's a small price to pay when lives are being protected.
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Retired
Last edited by ShadowSoul89 on Mon, Jul 05 2010, 14:32 PM, edited 1 time in total.
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AlphaWaves
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Posted: Mon, Jul 05 2010, 14:02 PM |
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Player
Joined: 16 Jun 2006
Location: I'm pretty lost but I don't wanna be found.
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Every now and then, the occasional bulb is snagged from various strings of garlic hung out in the open.
On an unrelated matter, Johanna Hardingdale's breath is notably more pungent.
_________________ "The householder's disdain for the vagabond hides a hint of jealousy."
~ A hin proverb
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ShadowSoul89
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Posted: Mon, Jul 05 2010, 14:37 PM |
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Player
Joined: 03 Aug 2009
Location: Somewhere...
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Having finished preparing the militia guards and nod-adventurer residents of Bendir Dale, Brena looks over what remains of the stock of garlic and garlic-based products in order to distribute them amongst the hin who frequently spend their days travelling throughout the isle. Some garlic wine will be left with Fendel, but the rest she'd hand out herself.
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Retired
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Dramatic_Prince
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Posted: Mon, Jul 05 2010, 17:19 PM |
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Joined: 11 Sep 2008
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*A simple note is pasted on the Dale notice board*
What has become of the excavation project?
People have invested money and have a right to know.
~Prescia Gemfinder~
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Prescia the Pristine Voice
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Anade_Evriana
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Posted: Tue, Jul 06 2010, 1:45 AM |
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Player
Joined: 25 Dec 2007
Location: [GMT -4/5]
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*Prescia's note is taken down and a copy passed to each of the Council members and Madock*
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Demented Doctor
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Posted: Thu, Jul 08 2010, 2:27 AM |
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Player
Joined: 04 Aug 2009
Location: My mess of a studio
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*The strange midget gnome Herlvar turns this in after a few days of being in the dale*
Name: Herlvar Uraneb Fengar Skorras Dinow
Age: 56
Gender: Male
Occupation: Rnager in training
Faith: Baervan Wildwanderer
Years of Residents: Not even a week
Place of birth: Ruathym
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Guye Valentino The Demented Doctor
Hurrok Soldier for the Steel Boar company
Eheto Silent drow
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Goblin
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Posted: Thu, Jul 15 2010, 18:59 PM |
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Player
Joined: 02 Sep 2008
Location: Scotland
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Scrawled unneatly across a parchment-note. Quote: Look for Wee-Elf Avoreenish Pallydhin. Find most glorious & honourable warrior Yoels in your town consuming your stores. Indeed, even those uninterested in the notices will from time to time see a glorious looking warrior, who mostly appears to be waiting around for now.
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"O God of Earth and Altar,
Bow down and hear our cry,
Our earthly rulers falter,
Our people drift and die,
The walls of gold entomb us,
The swords of scorn divide,
Take not thy thunder from us,
But take away our pride."
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Bobo_Underhill
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Posted: Fri, Jul 16 2010, 23:27 PM |
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Player
Joined: 21 Jul 2007
Location: The Drone Star State
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Without batting an eye, a large, one-legged hin clad in blue and white writes a reply below one posting.
Welcome!
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Andrew Fryar: Cordor's Folk Hero
Bobrin: Eccentric Avenging Executioner
Lyle Torrowfire: Retired badass
Marigold Cobcruncher: Perceptive Priestess
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Anade_Evriana
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Posted: Sat, Jul 24 2010, 22:50 PM |
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Joined: 25 Dec 2007
Location: [GMT -4/5]
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*the notice is moved to the top in a noticeable place and the militia are all instructed in it again* Anade_Evriana wrote: All goblins are banned from Bendir lands unless they speak to Captain Swift and get proof that they are not of the Bucktooth clan. If they resist leaving, they are to be removed. In effect until the Council can be spoken with.
-Captain Swift
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ShadowSoul89
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Posted: Sun, Jul 25 2010, 21:17 PM |
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Player
Joined: 03 Aug 2009
Location: Somewhere...
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*Written in hin and to be dictated to residents who are unable to read hin*
If a strong sense of doom suddenly comes across everyone present within Bendir Dale, all militia are to supervise an evacuation of Dale residents. Do not take the time to collect any personal belongings. Get everyone outside of Dale lands, attempting to move towards Cordor (unless the feeling gets worse in that direction). A portal to a safe area is prefered, but if forced to walk, be sure to create a perimeter to keep hostiles away from non-combatants. Keep moving until the feeling passes, and secure anyone who begins to act paranoid (without harming anyone).
Cast Mind Blank and Protection from Chaos on one scout in a group of two to see if the feeling has left every 15 minutes, unless the previous scouts fail to return. If previous scouts fail to return, wait 30 minutes before sending a fully prepared mage and when the feeling ebbs and the non-combatants have returned to the Dale safely, all available militia are to search for the missing guards.
-Lieutenant Planewalker
-Captain Swift
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Retired
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Peeves
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Posted: Wed, Jul 28 2010, 22:07 PM |
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Joined: 08 Jul 2008
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*a notice appears on Bendir lands*
I recently was informed that the Eternal Order of Kelemvor set up a blockade on our lands.
I told them to leave, and they did so.
We at the Dale protect our own, and we do not need unwanted help. If anyone wishes to aid us, please speak to me to acquire permission before setting up camp.
-Mayor Nof
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Persephone Ashallin - Persistant Salandran
Vrok - Cudgel?
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Kudark
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Posted: Wed, Jul 28 2010, 22:14 PM |
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Player
Joined: 14 Dec 2009
Location: The Dark Side of the Moon
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Several days ago, in the haze of the afternoon sun, folks that so happened to be in Bendir Dale proper, just might have heard the two quite large explosions that rocked the area across the river behind the Town Hall. The few militia training that day run to the shoreline and squint their eyes to try and make out what might be going on over there. Clouds of dust, dirt, and rocks billow into the air following the first blast, soon after, within fifteen seconds, a second blast from the same area catapults even more debris, which plummets down to the earth, scattering the native wolves that live near the woodline.
Anyone that goes there to investigate, can find the scarred and blackened remains of the blast protruding from the side of a cliff directly across the river from the Town Hall, but surprisingly enough, the rubble that has previously blocked off a cave entrance, is relatively unharmed, aside from some relocation of the giant rocks residing there, and of course, the discoloration and carbon traces indicative of a black powder blast. One might even be able to find splinters of wood scattered about as well.
In the little alcove near the blast site, one can find a nice fire ring made of rocks, and some laid-over grass where a tent might have been.
EDIT: This was supervised by a DM
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Anade_Evriana
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Posted: Thu, Jul 29 2010, 0:39 AM |
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Player
Joined: 25 Dec 2007
Location: [GMT -4/5]
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Captain Swift, as soon as she sees Nof's notice, removes it and goes to speak privately with him about militia-related matters.
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ShadowSoul89
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Posted: Fri, Jul 30 2010, 2:10 AM |
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Player
Joined: 03 Aug 2009
Location: Somewhere...
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Name(s) of involved: Leticia Sway. Others are Unknown.
Description(s) of involved: Leticia, a human, and a shifter as well as two elves.
Description of events: An elven lass brought in a shifter she claimed to have found dead on the road. He was slain by a Palemaster's touch, the necromantic rot already taking effect. Leticia managed to ressurect the shifter and restore him to health. He babbled on for a moment about the Pale Master and then left as a chicken.
Militia reaction/other details: Patrolled the area for the Palemaster. He had departed after the attack. From what I was told by the female elf, he appeared to be elven or drow. And the shifter claimed that the assailent plans to attack elves.
-Lieutenant Planewalker
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Retired
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Anade_Evriana
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Posted: Sat, Jul 31 2010, 2:40 AM |
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Player
Joined: 25 Dec 2007
Location: [GMT -4/5]
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Blade, the small dark-skinned and green-haired hin, has been around the Dale more regularly, specifically asking to see Mayor Nof and/or militia officers. A giant, black-and-green spider follows her around closely, staying in a tree outside the gates when Blade goes inside.
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ShadowSoul89
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Posted: Sat, Jul 31 2010, 16:38 PM |
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Player
Joined: 03 Aug 2009
Location: Somewhere...
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Name(s) of involved: *Blank*
Description(s) of involved: A portly deep gnome male- *Continues with the description of Cag Cavedigger*
Description of events: The Deep Gnome came into the Dale without any clothing. He claimed he was attacked by drow and was robbed of everything, leaving for the forest where the attack occurred followed by concerned travelers. One woman comming from the forest reported seeing no drow on her way to Dale lands, so they must have fled before attention came to them.
Militia reaction/other details: Saw to it that the gnome was properly clothed, then kept a watch on the northern border for any lolthite activity.
Lieutenant Planewalker Swift
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Retired
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ShadowSoul89
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Posted: Sat, Jul 31 2010, 21:36 PM |
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Joined: 03 Aug 2009
Location: Somewhere...
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Upon hearing of this, Brena is seen reading a bit more in the Dale. Waiting.
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Retired
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Anade_Evriana
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Posted: Sun, Aug 01 2010, 1:18 AM |
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Joined: 25 Dec 2007
Location: [GMT -4/5]
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*a notice posted on the general notice board, written in hin*
Every weekend from ((7-9pm EST)) (unless otherwise noted), one of the booths in the Dale will be setup by Swift Trades with rare and hard-to-get items.
Captain Swift will be manning the booth and will be happy to talk with anyone about Dale, militia, or personal matters.
If you have any specific interests, please feel free to send a note ahead to see if Swift has it. Hope to see you there!
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Anade_Evriana
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Posted: Mon, Aug 02 2010, 4:09 AM |
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Player
Joined: 25 Dec 2007
Location: [GMT -4/5]
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With the approval of the militia officers, Blade starts entering the Dale with a giant spider (Tinu) following very closely, but only when one of the officers are around at first.
Brena explains to the citizens that Tinu is Blade's friend and that she's harmless. Blade confirms that whenever necessary, and swears on Yondalla that Tinu will only ever defend herself or Blade, and then only if they're attacked first. Otherwise, Tinu's harmless.
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TwistedCricket
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Posted: Mon, Aug 02 2010, 15:34 PM |
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Joined: 30 Aug 2007
Location: Pacific Northwest, USA GMT -8
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*A small masked figure comes from the north and waits at the edge of the forest until all activity is done and the parties have gone. Moments later, the ferret slinks through the low grasses toward the burned area. It looks at the damage to any nearby trees or plants, and checks for any wildlife that might have been in the way. The ferret sniffs out a wolf that has burns on it's backside. The ferret promptly runs behind a rock.*
*The small masked figure stands up from behind the rock and approaches the wolf, trying to calm it. The wolf stays still but alert and the figure applies what little healing spells she has to the creature. The wound is cleaned and tended but will likely never fully heal. The wolf hears a call from it's pack and limps off slowly into the forest. The masked figure sadly realizes that the wolf will likely fall to a predator within the next tenday. The hawk then turns about and launches itself skyward, soaring silently for a few minutes then turning north.*
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Cassandra Voltaire ~ Davik Dirnemon ~ Druhallen Zorastryl ~ Fink Dallyknock ~ Kip Kankokeshku ~ Pete Goodman ~ Ronald Jack ~ Ragnadorf Ironhelm ~ Razzle Febus O'lander Quint XIV ~ Sera Felfen ~ Tred Bendt ~ Velda Fristo
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AlphaWaves
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Posted: Mon, Aug 02 2010, 23:40 PM |
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Player
Joined: 16 Jun 2006
Location: I'm pretty lost but I don't wanna be found.
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"Words words words" can be heard muttered in some places.
It also seems that some children may have been encouraged to throw rocks at the monstrous creature.
Any residents asking Johanna's opinion it would be clear:
"If the lass can come in without the spider, there ain't need for the spider to come in."
Also rumours start to spread including: "It's diseased", "It's a she-kat usin' mind control on the poor girl", "Have you seen the weird colours of that one? She's clearly not a hin", "Lolth's avatar has come to the dale".
_________________ "The householder's disdain for the vagabond hides a hint of jealousy."
~ A hin proverb
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ShadowSoul89
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 0:16 AM |
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Joined: 03 Aug 2009
Location: Somewhere...
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Any rumors that Brena catches wind of are corrected, the lieutenant speaking to the residents politely and putting down any wild beliefs with words of truth and logic.
Whenever Blade and Tinu arrive in the Dale and Brena is the officer on duty, any children that move towards Tinu's tree with rocks in hand are met with a rather stern glare before she questions them as to who put such a wild idea in their heads.
Brena also tasks some members of the militia to help trace these rumors to the source. Someone's causing trouble, and Brena intends to find out whom before it escalates.
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Retired
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AlphaWaves
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 0:22 AM |
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Player
Joined: 16 Jun 2006
Location: I'm pretty lost but I don't wanna be found.
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It wouldn't take too long to figure out the source. Especially from any caught rock-throwing child.
_________________ "The householder's disdain for the vagabond hides a hint of jealousy."
~ A hin proverb
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AlphaWaves
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 13:06 PM |
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Player
Joined: 16 Jun 2006
Location: I'm pretty lost but I don't wanna be found.
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Unite and lets be rid of that giant monster so we can walk around in peace and without crying infants, feeling giddy and scratchy, anxiety, post traumatic flashbacks and creepy webs.
_________________ "The householder's disdain for the vagabond hides a hint of jealousy."
~ A hin proverb
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ShadowSoul89
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 14:29 PM |
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Player
Joined: 03 Aug 2009
Location: Somewhere...
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*A small notice is added to this*
To Concerned Resident(s),
Blade's companion, the spider known as Tinu, is as gentle and safe as the animals that travel with any druid or ranger. Blade is being trained as a Ranger by both Willow and the Arch Druid, two experts in the natural world. The reason that she brings Tinu into the Dale is so that she may be comfortable with other people. She is shy, her actions and personality resembling that of a child. She will not attack anyone and, if given the chance, you could even find her presence enjoyable. This could also become a learning experience for many.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to seek me out. I wll give you answers based on my observations, not gossip.
Mother bless,
Lieutenant Brena 'Planewalker' Swift
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AlphaWaves
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 14:41 PM |
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Player
Joined: 16 Jun 2006
Location: I'm pretty lost but I don't wanna be found.
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Written on any space of Brena's notice:
"I'm sure hovel spiders are just as harmless, but that don't make a snot of difference to our fears!"
_________________ "The householder's disdain for the vagabond hides a hint of jealousy."
~ A hin proverb
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Kudark
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 15:56 PM |
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Joined: 14 Dec 2009
Location: The Dark Side of the Moon
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Scratched to the original note:
Your savior has come
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AlphaWaves
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 16:35 PM |
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Joined: 16 Jun 2006
Location: I'm pretty lost but I don't wanna be found.
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A notice is put up on the board in Hinn Inn.
It reads:
"As many of you know, one of the MILITIA has decided for us that a GIANT SPIDER is freely allowed to walk around with its "owner". This has never been allowed before, and with good reason. I for one cannot eat a turnip knowing that they might be on the other side of the wall, and I know many of you feel similar.
I'm tired of the screaming children, when they should be playing, not running in fear.
I call you to not be shy and sign here to show the mayor that the lieutenant does not speak for us all."
_________________ "The householder's disdain for the vagabond hides a hint of jealousy."
~ A hin proverb
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AlphaWaves
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 16:36 PM |
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Joined: 16 Jun 2006
Location: I'm pretty lost but I don't wanna be found.
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Johanna Hardingdale.
_________________ "The householder's disdain for the vagabond hides a hint of jealousy."
~ A hin proverb
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ShadowSoul89
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 17:01 PM |
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Joined: 03 Aug 2009
Location: Somewhere...
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*A small note is added next to the petition*
Let it be known that I do not, nor will I ever, claim to speak for Bendir Dale as a whole. My action was based on the laws, and
Law VIII clearly covers the spider in question. However, I will not interfere with this petition. Speak your minds freely.
Mother bless,
Lieutenant Brena 'Planewalker' Swift
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Retired
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Anade_Evriana
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 18:24 PM |
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Joined: 25 Dec 2007
Location: [GMT -4/5]
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*all of the previous notices on this subject are removed and replaced with a notice in a gold-colored ink*
Our new laws were clearly decided at a Town Meeting (that Johanna attended, I might add). Law VIII, as the Lieutenant said, states that "Animal companions and familiars are allowed, but only if they are not fiends, undead or any other evil creature. Killing a companion not banned by the law counts as assault against the owner. " A spider is not a fiend, undead, or even evil--it is an animal.
This fear-mongering will stop or our hand will be forced to stop it.
As horse-sized wolves and bears are allowed in, this spider is allowed in under the same laws as other companions.
-Captain Swift
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AlphaWaves
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 18:38 PM |
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Player
Joined: 16 Jun 2006
Location: I'm pretty lost but I don't wanna be found.
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Johanna looks at the note where the petition should be in utter disgust. She storms out of the inn, not happy.
Of course, the effect would have been much more dramatic if she weren't so small and frail for a halfling.
_________________ "The householder's disdain for the vagabond hides a hint of jealousy."
~ A hin proverb
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AlphaWaves
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 22:15 PM |
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Player
Joined: 16 Jun 2006
Location: I'm pretty lost but I don't wanna be found.
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Johanna puts up another petition just as before.
She signs it.
_________________ "The householder's disdain for the vagabond hides a hint of jealousy."
~ A hin proverb
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Anade_Evriana
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 22:33 PM |
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Player
Joined: 25 Dec 2007
Location: [GMT -4/5]
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*the petition is removed yet again and Fendel, under Swift's orders, continues removing if any more are put up*
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AlphaWaves
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 22:52 PM |
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Joined: 16 Jun 2006
Location: I'm pretty lost but I don't wanna be found.
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She continues to do so.
_________________ "The householder's disdain for the vagabond hides a hint of jealousy."
~ A hin proverb
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Gunz
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Posted: Tue, Aug 03 2010, 23:58 PM |
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Player
Joined: 01 Jul 2006
Location: The City of Fallen Angels, Ca
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Seeing all the back and forth, Willow herself leaves a letter in attempts to calm fears and promote understanding.
People of Bendir Dale,
I understand your fears and I understand that you would question that a giant spider is allowed to enter Bendir Dale walls. You have a right to fear and question, as residents. However, I should tell you that a Giant Spider is no more dangerous than a Dire Wolf, Brown Bear, Panther, Lion or Tiger. In fact, in some cases, when found in the wild, some of the other creatures mentioned can be much more aggressive than most Giant Spiders.
You have, for many years, allowed people like myself to enter with my two Dire Wolf companions, past and present ones. You've allowed my brothers and sisters in cause to enter with their respective companions as well for many years. Blade has the know how to prevent her companion from wildly attacking residents and travelers. Her companion, much like my own, will only do harm to those who it's directed to harm and those who harm it or Blade herself.
Before you condemn the giant spider, simply for it's appearance, I ask that you give it a chance. A better understanding of natures many creatures can be gained from this. Learn from the teachings of the Green Sister, Sheela Peryroyl, and embrace nature in all it's forms. Spiders have their place in nature, just like any Wolf, Cat, Rat or Mouse.
Willow Maynare
Druid of Amia Forest
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My Characters:
Yuilith Kethil Menaiivan Garadeth
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garzgoyle
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Posted: Wed, Aug 04 2010, 0:35 AM |
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Joined: 14 Feb 2007
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Willie Tumbleleaf signs his name to the newest petition and adds a note. "This argument has been had in the Dale before, twice to my knowledge. Once, many years ago, before most had ever heard of Bendir Dale. The general consensus of the population and that of the Council was that no giant spiders were to be allowed in the Dale. A second time was with this same person and her pet. The militia leaders at the time followed the same sentiment as the past decision. Unfortunately the afore mentioned law was not altered as it should have been. It is true that by the letter of the law it does not specify or exclude giant arachnid, but letting this monster into the Dale does go against decades of Dale spirit and custom. The citizens of our beloved community were never given the chance to voice their opinions on such a decision that to many is extremely important and offensive. In just this short time I have heard many complaints about this new "guest" of the Dale, from citizens and visitors both. Some are afraid to voice their opinions and concerns, and for what appears to be good reason. The first citizen to speak their mind and put forth a petition, has had their voice squashed by the militia. Is the militia so afraid of the peoples voice that they threaten compliance through violence? I am rather shocked and dismayed by this whole ordeal.
When I did my stint in the militia, we were to Serve and protect the people of the Dale. Not force feed personal opinion. Let the peoples voice be heard.
On a personal note, I can not be in the Dale when this creature is about. My first witness to a violent death was watching a giant spider subdue and eat my boyhood friend, and having been held captive and tortured by Llothites I was a chew toy for just such. Repeatedly drained of my life's blood and kept alive. There is no "getting over" my fears. I would like to thank those responsible for ignoring years of Dale custom and turning the place I've always returned to as my home into the home of my deepest trepidation.
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Merrien
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Posted: Wed, Aug 04 2010, 0:37 AM |
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Joined: 03 Jan 2005
Location: Deep in the Heart of Texas
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Briar Hardingdale signs her name below Willie's and writes:
"Little garden spider is one thing; bloody giant children-scaring spiders? Best kept out of a city, really"
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Anade_Evriana
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Posted: Wed, Aug 04 2010, 1:05 AM |
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Joined: 25 Dec 2007
Location: [GMT -4/5]
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*the petitions and comments continue to be removed, though Willow's is left up and another note left under Willow's*
If you have a complaint, submit it privately to one of the Militia officers. We will listen and respect any complaint or worry submitted in private.
If you want the law changed from what it is, talk with Mayor Nof and arrange a Town Meeting.
Otherwise, this spider has the same rights as any animal companion. And harassment of kin will not be tolerated.
-Captain Swift
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maglorine
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Posted: Wed, Aug 04 2010, 1:34 AM |
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Joined: 13 Oct 2006
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*A note is posted in dark green colored inks on light golden parchment by a hin in similarly colored armors who proudly hammers a nail into each corner with a deft skill then strides off to the North End alone*
Citizens,
Oh yes, the objections are heard. Most loudly coming from one quarter. Interestingly I note the loudly proclaimed reason is "fear" of such a creature. Fearful are we of a spider? I think ye underestimate the courage and fearlessness of your own kinfolk. I do not however. As sister Willow has stated, though larger than the normal garden spider, it is no more dangerous than similar companions whose kin are known to attack and eat travelers of even bloated human size.
Odd that such a lament and protestation should come from a contingent of folk who proudly wear the scare mask of the Harlequins. This device is designed to soothe the youngsters of the Dale into their peaceful dreams is it? Nay. Yet no protests are drawn up to banish such from our Dale. Why? Because life is sometimes kind and sometimes frightful and by working together and aiding each other we fruitfully live our lives and endure what trials it brings.
I thought long and hard before privately voicing my approval to allow such creature the honor of walking among us. My decision personally stemmed from my conviction that the Dale citizenry would, in time, come to see the fairness of it and not allow an unwarranted fear borne of association to overcome wisdom in this matter. I must say that I am sorely disappointed in some of you and hope that in the fullness of time you will come to see the other side of this and at least recognize their legitimate point of view.
Muther's Blessings on all,
Okra Cobcruncher
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Tark Hammerfeast - Immovable Object
True Greenspan - Bendir's Boy Wonder
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Anade_Evriana
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Posted: Wed, Aug 04 2010, 2:58 AM |
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Joined: 25 Dec 2007
Location: [GMT -4/5]
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*As Swift has vanished, this store is sadly unmanned week after week...*
EDIT: The original OOC slashes weren't necessary, I replaced them with asterisks.
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Gunz
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Posted: Wed, Aug 04 2010, 7:26 AM |
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Joined: 01 Jul 2006
Location: The City of Fallen Angels, Ca
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Willow tacks up a reply with tree sap.
I should make a clarification here. I never said these other creatures ate people in the wilds, simply that they are sometimes more aggressive. Most people simply do not taste good to animals and they would not eat them, unless they were desperate for food. There are very few cases and circumstances where Dire Wolves, Brown Bears, Panthers, Lions or Tigers would eat most people. They will not hesitate, however, to kill you if they feel you threaten them or their kin. So while it's right to be careful around wild creatures, it's not often the case that they would eat you.
In any case, I hope you will all give this Giant Spider the same chance you gave my companion Dire Wolves, Bella's companion Panther, Jo's mouse and all other creatures our kin and travelers have brought into our walls.
Willow Maynare
Druid of the Amia Forest
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My Characters:
Yuilith Kethil Menaiivan Garadeth
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Dramatic_Prince
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Posted: Wed, Aug 04 2010, 11:55 AM |
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Joined: 11 Sep 2008
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*A note is left on Mayor Nof's desk.*
Good Mayor Nof,
the citizens of the Dale have a debate regarding giant arachnids.
Please stop eating for moment and mediate on this matter by calling for a town meeting.
Thank you.
~Prescia Gemfinder~
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Prescia the Pristine Voice
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Pony
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Posted: Wed, Aug 04 2010, 12:22 PM |
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Joined: 07 May 2005
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Spiderlings hatch from eggs.
Each one has eight icky legs.
A spider has more eyes than you.
Most have eight, and you have two.
A spider only has an evil heart.
Across its web it quickly darts.
Giant spiders feel the frantic plea,
Of their favorite food; it's you and me!
To spiders in the dale say no!
Put them away from us, because I fear it so!
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Pony
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Posted: Wed, Aug 04 2010, 12:28 PM |
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Joined: 07 May 2005
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As Juliette hears of this upon a visit, she quickly jots down a poem, sticks it up at the notice board and then leaves with a long and dramatic "Eeeeeeeeeeeew".
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Pony
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Posted: Wed, Aug 04 2010, 13:23 PM |
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Joined: 07 May 2005
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The Office to elect mademoiselle Johanna Hardingale as the next
Mayor is now ready to give it's plan for Bendir Dale!
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Tear down the walls of Bendir Dale and no longer live in a fort!
Because we should not fear outsiders just because we are short!
We all know living in a walled world of grey stone is sad!
When have we all become so scared and mad?
More merrymaking, more wine, more food, more song!
More gardens, more flowers, more dance, more getting along!
Prettier houses, more peace, less outsider riot!
Lets stop living on this sorrowful human minded diet!
Lets expand to the north and build a paradise here!
Like Yondalla intended, with barrels of running beer!
Peace and comfort should be our way!
And with Hardingale we will get our say!
Because what are we when we make the world not better?
A man or woman worth less than a dirty and wet sweater!
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