<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=227485.msg11189173#msg11189173">Quote from: Muse on 24-04-2015, 13:41:00</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">   Ran gave Guy a level look as she sat Miranda on her feet and steadied the madwoman 'til she was supporting herself, even if her mind was elsewhere.  "Who would you send if not us, Councilman Dering?  My great uncle?  Who will keep the owlbears at bay and ensure you have venison for your table if he leaves?  Would you send your town scribe instead of his apprentice?  Perhaps you'll deprive the town of their midwife and of Father Garet's blessings instead of letting this fine druidess accompany us? <br/><br/>   "It is we who must go, councilmen.  Of all our generation, we have the power to act.  More importantly, of all this town, we have the freedom to act.  We know this to be our responsibility, and yes, we do this of our own will and on our own initiative." <br/></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br/>Dering sneered at Ran and laughed.  "Perhaps you have forgotten about the town guard?  When was the last attack on this town?  I would say that we are quite safe.  Besides, the dryad allegedly promised to protect us, as well.  So, we have no problems there.  All we have are rumors of things occurring in the world.  I doubt they are valid or of little consequence to us.  Also, what makes you believe that Aerenwyn is a druidess?  Your naivety is amusing.  However, as I said, I am outvoted and if you are choosing to go on your own, it is not mine to prevent you.<br/><br/><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=227485.msg11191799#msg11191799">Quote from: Changingsaint on 25-04-2015, 11:44:30</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote"><br/>Lucas followed the others, and while listening to the conversation amongst the elders, he was quiet and respectful, he knew that these people had more clout of the village and its people than he did given he was an outsider and had no proper standing amongst the people. When they were finally asked a question, Lucas shook his head. “I’m here by my own will. No one coerced me.” Thankfully, such worries were swiftly swept under the rug. </blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br/><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=227485.msg11187113#msg11187113">Quote from: Devil's Advocate on 23-04-2015, 22:28:24</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote"><br/>Once the council was satisfied with the party's answers, Forge said, "Good luck to you.  We shall let Aerenwyn guide you from here.  Report back with your findings."  With that, the Council left the Hall, leaving the party with themselves and Aerenwyn.<br/><br/>Once alone, Aerenwyn said, "I believe that you have many questions.  I will answer them as best as I can before you head to Medford."<br/></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote">Quote</div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">It would take Lucas a few moments to collect his thoughts as the meeting died down, leaving the group along with their benefactor, which left Lucas curious. “Well, I certainly have a few questions. This town seems awfully divided on how to deal with these problems too. I suppose worry for altruistic outsiders is a blessing. But for questions...” he sighed, looking to Aerenwyn. “What do you personally feel about these threats? How substantial do you feel they are? Also I've not heard much about Medford, what can you tell us about the area? That way we have an idea of what we’re getting ourselves into there.” There were a few questions, but why not start with the basics?<br/></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br/>Aerenwyn's voice fell to a near whisper.  "The stakes are much higher than your town, Lucas.  The entirety of Oerth is threatened.  I was sent to guarantee that you started in the proper direction and gathered some experience before undertaking the larger issues."  She paused to allow that to sink in before continuing, "Medford is a larger town that is to the North.  There, the Gnarley Forests parts a great deal more than it does here in Dryad Wood.  There is a town guard but there are happenings there that will likely come here if not handled.  The guard over there is overwhelmed.  There have been nightly invasions of dark creatures, of which they know nothing.  The attacks have been guerrilla-like in nature.  You must investigate it and find the cause.  If you succeed, you will likely be sought after by a unique priestess.  She will be able to guide you more."<br/><br/>Aerenwyn bowed her head.  "How else may I be of service to you?"<br/><br/>tag - party