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Only shows how little I know about these things anymore. Had no idea the lake had been removed.

Uncle-Opustus wrote:

Only shows how little I know about these things anymore. Had no idea the lake had been removed.

Tosses an old copy of the Bugle to Opustus. That should explain the lake and some of the changes from the grand old Town Hall.

// it's still there. Check again.

// Svensk, what are you on about? Nothing has changed. There's still mention of the mythal forge.

// I must be seeing things. :oops:

// postponing it.

A letter is left for Mayor Johanna:

"Dearest Mayor,

It has come to my attention that you mean to install a Mythal Forge during your reconstruction activities. This comes as a great interest because I have been wondering if there were any more Great Mythals around for doing such a thing. If you wouldn't mind meeting with me, I would like to discuss how you came into the possession of a Great Mythal, the necessary component of creating a Mythal Forge.

With respect and well wishes,

Marister Hull,
Mystra's Monolith"

// OMG guys, I'm so so so sorry. RL is a pain. I just got home and it's 6am! I hope things happened regardless. I can't express how annoyed I am at missing this. I need sleep. Things are weird here at the moment so I don't know if I'll be available for the next few days. I hope people had a jolly good time, anyway.

I'm dreadfully sorry.

This all looks, just....awsome.. :shock:

Nice work, cant wait for all this to happen!

//What about the addition of some caravan homes on the outskirts, giving the illusion that some lightfoots and other travelers might be coming and going...

Moonsuns wrote:

//What about the addition of some caravan homes on the outskirts, giving the illusion that some lightfoots and other travelers might be coming and going...

Nice idea Moonsuns!

More fun with the Toolset

...here are a few new ideas for the smaller Inn...and it's really just because I made it for my own module after I made those ones a few posts up.

The Bugle's signage, notice board, and mailbox are visible and accessible to everyone passing by the East Road of Bendir Dale.

The Bendir Dale Bugle
Unit 1 Apple Orchard, East Road, Bendir Dale

Guys, I'm really doubting the Fool's Rush can actually be done as it's a whole other interior area.

//thought so, but one can dream...and the toolset is so fun! Bobo, what are possible options...so we keep our reach realistic?

*Prim tacks the first notice on the board.*

Quote:

That's right folks!
The Bugle is back and shall publish its newest issue in two tendays.

Do you or your business have a need to spread your message to a lot of people? Do you have an interesting story to sell? Do you want to work in the newspaper industry?

If your answer is yes to any of those questions, come to the Bugle. We're the answer you've been looking for. And if you didn't answer yes to any of the questions above, don't worry, come to the Bugle anyways. We'll give you a free copy of the Bugle.

You can reach us by knocking on our door, dropping a letter in our mailbox, or tacking up a notice here.

//lore question...does this count..it is the area right above the Hin Graveyard.

or is it just a big crystal...if it is a Mythal, some might have an issue with its use
Seal Unbroken

// It's one of the exit gates from the pools of passage of the old Arcane Tower. How that ties in with the Mythal lore we'd need IC research with Tormak's aid, I think.

//Let's get a gnome on that.

Hey guys, as the Designer that is working on the changes, I do need to try and put an overlap of what is/can be approved, what still needs an "okay" etc.

For the Fools Rush Inn, GothicSauce, you'll need to work with DMs on this one to get approval, and if approved, for costs in gold and materials, etc. I know there is a player run tavern in Caraigh, but it did have to be approved, etc., so my advice is start on your PMs and whatever else they need to see from you before it can be considered.

The other items that will need DM approval/contribution is for the reopening of the underground lake/cavern and a mythal forge. Hin who want to work on this, get to PMing as well, see if it's approved, and hopefully someone will be interested in running events for it if it is approved.

Things like aesthetic uniform changes (without stat changes), renaming and moving Nof, I can do easily (I realized just now I need some Bendir interior files to do that-- I'll post up about it).

While I am reading these threads and trying to stay up with what people are thinking/wanting/player input, please keep in mind I have to keep these changes sane, IC, and still manage to keep the feel of the place that the Devs have in mind, so I am paying attention to these, but not everything here is necessarily going to happen.

I'm not trying to wet-blanket the input or creativity of this process, I'm just trying to rein it in to what is able to happen here in an approved sense and give you direction for the things you want to see accomplished in game.

Feel free to PM me or MSN me (I can give you my MSN via PM if you don't have it) and we can discuss it more or hopefully I can answer questions there.

Also Bobo is DM point of contact for Bendir, FYI, but he is not the only one who has input on it, so I think he's trying to let you guys know that in his very nice way

A note about keeping up with things, as I've marked at the very top, the bullet points in the top post are all DM approved and can be worked on already.

As for the cave, I'm not sure what's been happening before Johanna become mayor. But what I've found from the RP with the Brogendenstein dwarves is that they've been doing work on it already.

In fact, there've been dwarves there this whole time, I've recently discovered. And as the mayor was DM controlled during their initial stages, I'd be inclined to say that it must have been DM approved already. But that may need clarification from Bobo or whatever DM has been involved.

I should add at the top stuff about the digging work that some have been doing, and a lot of it.

Are we doing this in stages to show gradual progression?

// Regarding Fool's rush - Dont you already have an excellent inn?

//Dont know Alpha. Could just be like 1.2.3. South Cordor has a new look! without much in the way of progress shown. But I sure wouldn't mind seeing some builders and dwarves about in our case.

I've updated the initial post.

And re: Fool's Rush, this isn't the topic to discuss it.

While the realism of construction placeables is nice, my time is limited and I didn't want to have to make several versions of the thing. That said, I'll see what I can do.

"After the festival, Oscuron awaited word from Lyle in relation to the construction project. He did not hear anything from him or the Mayor about any work that he had been assigned for, so he thought they had all the manpower they needed. He felt a little ignored and left out the day of the festival, so he decided to take a business-trip to Waterdeep for a couple of weeks to deliver some goods, meet some friends and do some work over there. He left the next morning without telling anyone.."

OOC// Been offline for quite some time now and I am not going to be online for a bit, school and work is taking most of my time. I will be back soon thou, have fun you guys!

Okay, you're the designer. Whatever's easiest for you, really. So... if we're going to wait till all the work is done, there's a lot that hasn't been covered yet.

So, then, what I'd ask from the DMs is what's approved?

Here's the IC list of what Prim, Lyle, Nina and Johanna walked through. Just the exterior ones.

Overview

Which ones are approved?

hmmm I allways like making custom armour in solo modules I make, if its ok I could make up a few mitilia uniforms.

Will post up your list in the designer forums as well, Alpha, so we can get response on it. Bobo, will you please add your 2 cents (plus taxes) there as well since I know you've been very involved with it?

For the market, I'm thinking a caravan ring would be most suitable. Kinda bustling area for halflers to park up temporarily and welcoming others to set up stall.

Here's a typical Halfling town with a caravan ring:

(From Races of the Wild. Link for more details in the lore thread)

Merrien wrote:

For the Fools Rush Inn, GothicSauce, you'll need to work with DMs on this one to get approval, and if approved, for costs in gold and materials, etc. I know there is a player run tavern in Caraigh, but it did have to be approved, etc., so my advice is start on your PMs and whatever else they need to see from you before it can be considered.

Only came up because the Bugle was in there and I like playing in the toolset.
Egan has enough on his plate right now. And anything that slows up the build is right out. This is extra fluff that can easily be trimmed.
Thanks for the Info though.

*A notice is left in Bendir Dale for Malandria, arch Druidess of the Amia Forest. A gold symbol of a three tongue flame is stamped onto the bottem of the page. It reads:*

To the Arch Druidess of the Amia Forest,

I, of the newly establishing Red Wizard Enclave of Amia, request an opportunity to show our innocence and our intention to do the forest no harm. We request also, in time, that the ban against Red Wizards, at least as it pertains to our Enclave, be lifted. Our entire staff is brand new. We harbor no members any of the previous enclaves, or of the renegade group known infamously as the Crimson Arcansists. We are a new Enclave with new goals. We wish to earn a reputation for our own actions and policies and not be simply judged by our predecessors. Naturally this is something that takes time and effort.

I beseech you to at least consider this opportunity. I am willing to allow a full inspection of our base as well as all of our individual members for the re-animation of the dead, summoning of extraplanar evil, and other ill-practices of which our predecessors are known for. -We-, by the Fire Lord, have nothing to hide.

-Respectfully yours, Arzira Phetoril, Khazark and servant of the ever burning flame.

*A duplicate note is placed beneath the original*

"I went ahead and put up a nice translation for those who don't speak fullofit."

To the Arch Druidess of the Amia Forest,

I, of the newly established Red Wizard Cult of Amia, request an opportunity to attempt to lie blatantly to your faces and feign innocence so that we can cause harm to the forest. We request also, in time, that our cult be unbanned from the forest so that we can proceed to harm it and its inhabitants without being hindered by your guardians. Our entire staff is exactly the same as it used to be. We harbor only the most underhanded and destructive of any of the previous enclaves after our masquerade as the "Crimson Arcanists" failed. We are the same old enclave with mildly updated goals which ultimately lead to the same end. We wish to put up a feeble facade that we're actually good people while "secretly" continuing to do what we've always done and plot for world domination. Naturally this is something that takes time and effort.

I beseech you to at least consider this obvious ploy. I am willing to allow a "full" inspection of our base which we've obviously planned and rehearsed for to further our ploy, as well as any of our members who can't summon undead while conveniently not including those who can. -We-, masquerading as humble Kossuthians, have everything to hide, but don't want you to know that.

-Disrespectfully yours as I insult your intelligence, Arzira Phetoril, Liar and spreader of malicious and false rumors for the purpose of defacing political figures.

*The note is written to copy the handwriting of the original, and the identity of whoever posted it is anyone's guess*

*Spying another note from the Red Wizard...tinder box coming out of the pouch...the second note is read*

Oye, tha bloody well tells the tale. Fer certain this Arzira be a liar.
'cause either yer a Red an has designs on dominatin som'in, or ya ent from They an yer ly'n 'bout it.

*puts the tinder box away and walks off Laughing*

Eventually, Arzira comes around to viewing the notice board and recognizes the extra note.

She stares at it for a few seconds, her stoic expression not betraying a single emotion.

She then simply turns and walks away, leaving the duplicate unharassed.

Jobe stumbles past and spots the other note. he shields the first note and simply burns the corner of the second leaving it to burn.

Report to Bendir Authorities:

In the northern section of the Forest, I found a hooded man accosting an Elven male and it was made clear rather quickly he wished to engage the Elf.

I requested he not do so and he asked if he could do one thing, then casting augmentations and a hand which knocked me down, running off. The Elven man ran into the forest in pursuit as well I joined alongside others once I was able. Ultimately this aggressor was found in Bendir Lands outside the settlement. Once more, he was confronted to cease his flight and he knocked me down with a hand spell and continued, where others subdued him, specifically a female archer who's name I did not obtain.

On his person amongst Arcane runes, scrolls and similar, I found papers of a Citizenship to Cordor. The man wore red and black, and his papers included the name Azrael Nefzen, profession: Arcanist. He had red hair and horns.

Azrael was taken to the Salandrans for his injuries by Keiloria Stormblade and left with a priest to be cared for, and the Elf whom was being accosted by him was named N'laim of the Grove.

N'laim explained this individual has prior grievance with him, likely what was prompting the confrontation I had found.

I take full responsibility for this incident, and until such time as I am advised if there is any fine for bringing a conflict onto Bendir lands, I will remain in the Hinn Inn.

Torm guard you,
Squire Illyana Sarov

*Nina spots the notice in city hall.*

"Say... That's an idea. Fine folks causin a ruckus on Bendir Soil..."
*she then continues about her daily routine deciding bring the topic up at the next Town Hall meeting*

A note is left by a very tall female Triadic Knight.

Lyle,

I was advised by Nina Thorrow that you are in charge of reconstruction efforts in this town in it's northern portion, and you are in need of building materials and other assistance.

I am a skilled stonemason with access to a more then reasonable supply of Granite I can donate to the Dale, if you would be advise specifically how much is required.

I can be reached in Kohlingen, at the Keep if you have any further questions.

Torm Guard you,
Squire Illyana Sarov

Having been advised by Nina of the situation, Illyana settles with the Innkeeper of the Hinn inn before traveling out.

*A note in the Kitchen*

Dear Sisters and Brothers...a gathering is needed.

Please attend a night by the fire...for storys, fun, and festivity. Bring a friend or folk what may share our ways. Or come alone if you may.

Bring a tale to share..true or not!

We will meet in a location faire...one that may B somewhere no way near, or wit no way in. There ter learn 'bout a destination for fun for which clues will lead...for a destination is not just a place, but the road as it leads. For tis the journey, an not the end, that leads ter a tale werth tellin.

*a large purple feather is stuck to the paper*

//I would like to gather this weekend...check and see if you have time.

//can do it Friday night or Sunday is fairly open for me. Sat. is super hit or miss on times.//

Desperate need O' papyrus and other veg!!

//Friday would work best for me. Saturday is a no go for sure. Sunday would be a possibility depending on how Saturday night goes

Merrien wrote:

//can do it Friday night or Sunday is fairly open for me. Sat. is super hit or miss on times.//

garzgoyle wrote:

//Friday would work best for me. Saturday is a no go for sure. Sunday would be a possibility depending on how Saturday night goes

Oye me lady love an ol Willie be able ter roam the lands..who else be interested?

//Ok, shooting for Friday night...and then late afternoon Sunday is the fallback time. If we don't hear from other folks..we'll just improvise

and bring the Circus to where ever the people are.

PS- good to see you back in the present Garzgoyle..you'll need to regale me the tales of Great Western

*A painting of a paint brush is nailed below the note*

*a reply is attached*

Meet me in the forest at your convenience then. If you don't happen to run into me there, let one of the Grove Guards pass on a message to me with a time you'd like to meet.

Malandria

//preferrable evening times GMT

///Alrighty, will try and find ya then.///

Tacked up under the original notice is a single sentence.

Explain what Valkin was doing at your meetings then.

A map is drawn on in red ink.

And below is a list of locations

Green Lake Ruins
Crouching Lemur Dojo
Wharftown
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Kampo's?
Cordor Festival Ground?

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