NOTW XXIII: The War Party. Game Thread.

Morning, Day Four

That evening, some of the delegates broached the idea of banding together against the night's dangers. If everyone stayed together, they suggested, and set watches, then surely they would be safe from attack. However, the proposal went nowhere, with who will watch the watchmen being the most common objection. Eventually everyone went off to their own camps, to arrange whatever defenses they could, no matter how inadequate.

The night was still and oppressive until close to dawn, when a breeze kicked up again, once more bringing with it the eerie sound of chanting. But few were awake to hear. And if anyone heard the sound of another attempt on a person's life, no one was willing to say.

In the morning, the headcount proceeded with some trepidation, but no one was missing.

While the group of humans and elves smiled at each other with surprise and relief, KingMorgan went to examine the dead Tasslehoff's belongings. He found that although the self-proclaimed assassin appeared to be telling the truth about not carrying a blade, he had possessed a weapon: a makeshift garrote constructed out of a pair of short sticks and a long, thin, strong linen cord.

It was the first indisputably usable weapon to appear, and as with the previous day's vials, there was some doubt as to whether to allow it to go up for vote. Ultimately the decision was the same, that it would.

Buoyed by the day's surprising beginning, KingMorgan, reverend oats and Lightfang gathered their documents and their assistants to begin the thorny process of discussing trade agreements -- a topic almost more to be dreaded than the prospect of death.

Posting is now open. Accusations and supports as usual in bold black and bold green; suggestions as to where to send the garrote in bold brown.

The day will end in 48 hours from the time of this post.

Trade agreements. Joy.

I can use the garrote's string to string my bow.

I don't think the garrote should be used to string a bow... Also it would be bad if the weapon landed in the hands of someone that were for war as such i would want to nominate Shadowbound as a caretaker for them.

No kill likely means a conversion but there is also a slight possiblity of a failed attack, however the later will be revealed sooner or later anyways...

Why would you not want me, an accomplished bowman, as the caretaker of a string? I will simply disassemble it so it does not fall into the wrong hands. And you have about as much evidence that I'm a wolf as Shadowbound.

"I will take the garrote apart and use it to restore the bow of the great Gilden Silveric to its former glory. As I am not skilled in the use of a bow, you do not to worry, it is safe in my hands. I fear that if the garrote is given to someone else it may be used for evil."

(( Is it possible to vote against someone getting it? ))

GM comment: Only by voting for someone else to get it instead.

The herbalist gives D'Artagnan and Nictel a very quizzical look.

"At Peace Conference we are, yes? Looking to arm both sides are we? A bit counterproductive it would seem, as weapons can undo all we are working towards, yes? To me, the garrote be voted to. Put both sticks into the ground around plants and use string I will to support stalk. Plant shall grow tall and strong! Yes! Tall and Strong! See do you not? Use weapon of war for instrument of peace! Fitting I believe for what we hope to achieve.

And do we need plants during this time of need? No! We need weapons! I must have the bow, for I am the most skilled bowman here.

I think bringing weapons to a peace conference is inherently a bad idea. I don't know, that's just what I think.

She gives a noncommittal shrug, as if daring someone to contradict her. I mean, sure, you might need the string for your bow, but how can I know for sure that you're innocent?

Raskolnikov was pleased: the conference attendance could finally rest one night. Nevertheless, noble people were debating about some weapon that was found near Tasslehoff corpse... he ran into the herbalist's camp to share its thoughts.

"I heard you think weapons are counter-productive to lead us to peace, and I somehow agree, wise Herbalist... but still, we should not neglect the fact that some dark forces want this conference not to go till the end. I think providing some feeling of security to the quality people on this island could make a lot for the atmosphere, and the success of this conference to restore peace between our people... I suggest one of the experienced soldier here recieve the garrote, if other people don't look brave enough for you, I, city guardman Raskolnikov, would be proud to protect us against any ennemies we would have to face."

He then left the Herbalist's camp, wondering why the assassin hadn't strike again... with a strange feeling... just like the worst was still to come.

"The late hero Gilden Silveric was certainly looking for such a string as well. I'm sure that at least one more person who could use this bowstring to further the cause of peace exists. We just don't know whether the Svartalfar Bowman is one of those. I believe that we should vote the string to one who we suspect to be innocent, not to one who appears capable of using it. Then, when we've determined the innocence of one of its potential users, it can be granted to that person."

I'll hold it. he spoke. "I am committed to a nonviolent resolution - and I certainly don't trust randoms, or D'artagnan with the weapon"

(EDIT: Color Change on the Item Vote)

You are actually voting for yourself? or are did you forget a color?

Well we all have the same amount of suspicion. All I know is I want a fair, nonviolent peace treaty without any of you guys fighting.

Ok guys, seriously? It's not enough that you steal one item in the night but two!! Who's ever heard of a thief bold enough to steal twice in the same night, from the same person even! You didn't even have the common decency to take those things that I have no idea how to use! So now I'm stuck with one useless item while you're sitting on top of at least one of mine.... at least I scared you pretty good I think . Never seen nobody run so fast in my entire life. You must have run cross country in your younger days.

*Notices the garrote*

Hum, what's that? No idea who it should go to yet.

OOC: Couldn't resist the little boost to cross country But seriously, whoever stole my items you're a jerk.

Stealer? I do not know who'd be villain enough to do so, but looking over our array of people here, I must condemn Mergle. He has been quiet, yet active, just inserting a sentence here or there. Just enough to direct the conversation, without being noticed. And I can't help but notice he's been constantly support one who confessed his own low desire for peace, the late Charles_Li. An intresting combination. And who knows, maybe in the position of supply master, he has gotten a liking of shiny objects, and has found a few ways to get them.

Of course, if someone could provide me with better evidence, I'd be happy to listen. And as for the garrote, well I could take it. I haven't a clue how to use it and I think I could keep it safely out of harms way.

Chandrasekhar's reasoning is sound. I think KingMorgan should take the garrote for the time being.