A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)
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				Title: <strong>A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>21-01-2012, 20:51:58</strong>
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				Yes, another case of, I really should have had this up a while ago. I do now though, and I'd like to see it used please. If you have questions, put them here. If you're going to be away for a while or life is being a pain, put it here. It's gotten to the point where if I don't hear from you one way or another about every week and a half or so, I'm going to cut you. So really, please, if something has come up, <strong>let me know.</strong> I understand real life, and it will always come first, but I need to know if you're going to be around or not so I can work around it. :D<br><br>More should be forth coming here at some point, but for now I'm just glad to have the energy to make it.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>bubby</strong> on <strong>21-01-2012, 21:21:08</strong>
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				*Bounds in!*<br><br>Still here! Hope to post tomorrow. Today is a curl on the couch, catch up on Grimm, and read my book-that-I-hope-to-make-into-a-RP.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>21-01-2012, 21:22:11</strong>
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				Ooohhh sounds fun. Have a great time. ;D
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Featherfall</strong> on <strong>22-01-2012, 00:00:28</strong>
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				Just so people know, I'll have a reply sometime in this weekend.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>22-01-2012, 00:02:32</strong>
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				Alright. I would like to note that I'd like you to port your characters over to the character thread so that you can modify them if anything changes, or anything like that. I've already figured out how to manage them so that we know who's active and who isn't if we have dropouts after they're there. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>bubby</strong> on <strong>22-01-2012, 20:18:22</strong>
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				Coinin's been added to the char sheet!<br><br>I had hoped to post this weekend, but it seems a better weekend for couch, tv, and books. I might still manage one, but more then likely it will be during the week sometime.<br><br>Sorry for the delay!
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>22-01-2012, 20:20:47</strong>
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				That's alright. This week I'll just be happy to get all the characters up in the character thread. :D
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>bubby</strong> on <strong>22-01-2012, 20:28:04</strong>
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				Lol! Glad I did it then! And the dwarf looks great!
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>22-01-2012, 20:30:39</strong>
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				I agree. Kevben should have a post up semi soon. I know he was working on it last night and it was giving him trouble.<br><br>That said, if you look here Kev. Relax and have fun with it. That's what this is all about. ;D Not that we haven't already had that conversation...
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kevben Battleheart</strong> on <strong>22-01-2012, 22:44:00</strong>
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				Lol hello bubby, I have to agree I like it as well, but to me no Dwarf trumps Gotrek Gurnission, a practically impossible to kill dwarf considering all that he's gone through. And I'm still working on that post, was working on it at work and was actually making some headway this time.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>bubby</strong> on <strong>22-01-2012, 23:22:08</strong>
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				&nbsp;;D<br><br>Can't wait!
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kevben Battleheart</strong> on <strong>23-01-2012, 04:24:47</strong>
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				Posted!
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>bubby</strong> on <strong>23-01-2012, 20:00:01</strong>
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				<del>Ok...I'm going to make sure and make a post today before I go to work....THIS I VOW!!!!</del><br><br>YAY ME! Posted! 
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>23-01-2012, 23:40:55</strong>
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				Yay bubby!
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>24-01-2012, 17:29:43</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong><em><span class="bbc_u"><span style="font-size: 24pt;" class="bbc_size">A Note on Combat Encounters:</span></span></em></strong></div><br>Now that I've got your attention. Avella sent me a PM earlier, and was asking about how I was intending to handle combat. If I had a system for it or anything of the sort. I don't. I'm hoping that you will all be mature enough to take your hits, and that it won't be a problem. If it becomes one, I will deal with the issues as they come up. If I actually have to come up with a system for combat, I'm not going to be a happy camper. I don't believe in using systems in play by post.<br><br>With combat with NPC's, unless it's one that I personally control, I expect you to have a hand in what the one you're fighting is doing. If we're all fighting the one big bad, I'll be willing to take control, but if there's a whole band, expect to be writing your own bit of combat. I've fond things go more smoothly and quickly that way.<br><br>When it comes to PvP, which I'm not expecting a lot of, but it might come up, I strongly suggest that work it out with the other player before hand. It saves a lot of angst and stress later.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Avella</strong> on <strong>24-01-2012, 17:36:58</strong>
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				Thank you for the clarification.&nbsp; Much appreciated.<br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>24-01-2012, 17:39:43</strong>
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				Not a problem.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>bubby</strong> on <strong>24-01-2012, 19:57:09</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=129917.msg5770504#msg5770504">Quote from: Phoenixrisen on 24-01-2012, 17:29:43</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote"><div align="center"><strong><em><span class="bbc_u"><span style="font-size: 24pt;" class="bbc_size">A Note on Combat Encounters:</span></span></em></strong></div><br>Now that I've got your attention. Avella sent me a PM earlier, and was asking about how I was intending to handle combat. If I had a system for it or anything of the sort. I don't. I'm hoping that you will all be mature enough to take your hits, and that it won't be a problem. If it becomes one, I will deal with the issues as they come up. If I actually have to come up with a system for combat, I'm not going to be a happy camper. I don't believe in using systems in play by post.<br><br>With combat with NPC's, unless it's one that I personally control, I expect you to have a hand in what the one you're fighting is doing. If we're all fighting the one big bad, I'll be willing to take control, but if there's a whole band, expect to be writing your own bit of combat. I've fond things go more smoothly and quickly that way.<br><br>When it comes to PvP, which I'm not expecting a lot of, but it might come up, I strongly suggest that work it out with the other player before hand. It saves a lot of angst and stress later.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I agree wholeheartedly. Like with my recent post, even though it was a small thing, I PM'd Kev to make sure it was ok that Coinin take a bite out of his ass. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Avella</strong> on <strong>24-01-2012, 21:52:54</strong>
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				he will need stitches from the looks of it.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>24-01-2012, 21:53:40</strong>
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				Or a healer. *Grins*
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>bubby</strong> on <strong>24-01-2012, 21:56:44</strong>
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				&nbsp;;D
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kevben Battleheart</strong> on <strong>24-01-2012, 23:04:48</strong>
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				Or just let it heal naturally&nbsp; :P
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kevben Battleheart</strong> on <strong>25-01-2012, 04:36:24</strong>
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				And posted! ^.^
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>28-01-2012, 16:36:52</strong>
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				Hey everyone. I'm sorry it's taking me so long to get up a post, but it may take a little longer. I managed to pierce my finger a couple days ago, completely on accident and it's kinda really red and swollen at the moment. It's my index finger, so it makes typing a pain in&nbsp; the ass. It's possible I'm learning to compensate already, but long posts are a bit beyond my patience at the moment.... I'm sorry.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Avella</strong> on <strong>28-01-2012, 19:11:24</strong>
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				Not a problem, these things happen.&nbsp; *puts down her ginsu knife*<br><br>Take as long as you need, we're not going anywhere.<br><br>:)
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>bubby</strong> on <strong>28-01-2012, 19:59:51</strong>
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				*Snickers at Avella*<br><br>No problem Phoenix! Hope it gets better soon.<br><br>I'm more wondering what happened to Featherfall? I was so looking forward to messin' with his Wraith!&nbsp; XD
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>28-01-2012, 20:01:56</strong>
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				I know. He said he was still in, and now I haven't heard from him since. I think it's safe to assume that he's washed out. It can happen to anyone when RL gets busy.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>bubby</strong> on <strong>28-01-2012, 20:22:31</strong>
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				I totally understand.<br><br>I currently GM two separate games where there is one person in each that has vowed to stay in, but unfortunately their RL keeps them both VERY busy, so their posting is sporadic. But they ARE still both involved, and they always make up for taking awhile with wonderful posts!
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>02-02-2012, 16:44:55</strong>
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				Update: Hey everybody. The finger is more or less all better now, and I'm hoping to be able to work on all the posts I'm owing this weekend. This one is going to be getting priority because it's been neglected the longest. Sorry for that guys. Hopefully I can drag my muse out from under the bed and get this stuff done. :D
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>bubby</strong> on <strong>02-02-2012, 19:45:42</strong>
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				Glad the digit is better!
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Avella</strong> on <strong>02-02-2012, 20:34:52</strong>
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				Yay!<br><br>Welcome back....praise the finger.<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;wait...that sounds bad.<br><br>Glad its better?<br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kevben Battleheart</strong> on <strong>02-02-2012, 22:43:51</strong>
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				Aye, just focus on getting that finger better. Don't consider yourself out of the woods, juuuuuust yet.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Avella</strong> on <strong>13-02-2012, 12:34:40</strong>
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				So?&nbsp; How's the finger?
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>14-02-2012, 00:27:05</strong>
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				Finally all better, then a migraine from hell that had my muse fleeing all over again. Sorry I didn't keep you guys in the loop better. I've just been exhausted. I'm working on the post now though, hopefully it will be done tonight.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>14-02-2012, 02:01:30</strong>
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				Alright, so the post is mostly done. All it needs is to be typed up and revised a little, I may have it up tonight, but I'm not sure. If it's not up today though, it will be up tomorrow. I've already gotten the hard part done. :D<br><br>Thank you all for waiting so long. I'm so sorry it took me so long.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>bubby</strong> on <strong>14-02-2012, 10:01:41</strong>
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				*Hugs!* S'all good! Glad you're better doll.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>15-02-2012, 04:03:56</strong>
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				Alright, so please don't gank me... I only have up about half of my post. Originally I was intending to post with Rain as well, but I realized that they fight scene was a little too in limbo for me to want to burst into the middle of it since I wasn't in it from the get go. Also, I need to see what Dark is up to, and what his character is up to so that he doesn't fall by the wayside if he's still around. :D<br><br>I promise that I won't let it take months, but maybe you two (Kev and Bubby) should finish off your fight scene a little. Just assume that Rain is standing on the wayside looking more than a little pained and sick, and continue on as you would. I'll catch her up soon. I promise. What I have for her now is worse than weak and I'd be ashamed to put my screen name on it... Seriously.<br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kevben Battleheart</strong> on <strong>15-02-2012, 04:45:55</strong>
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				Aye aye, my captain (insert sailor salute here) So what say you Bubby, how shall we end this little fight with our charries?
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>bubby</strong> on <strong>15-02-2012, 09:26:25</strong>
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				I shall have to ponder that good Sir. I'll work on a response this weekend!
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kevben Battleheart</strong> on <strong>15-02-2012, 23:24:51</strong>
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				Don't force yourself hun ^.^ Just take your time and, like all things, you'll soon have a post out.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>bubby</strong> on <strong>16-02-2012, 21:08:27</strong>
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				Updated A/A's... AGAIN...<br><br><del>I apologize, my muse is hiding quite effectively. Hopefully maybe I can be able to come up with something tomorrow, but no promises.</del><br><br>PLEASE DON'T HATE ME....but I'm going to have to slip out of this game. I truly love the story and even my char, but personal stuff is making me narrow things down heavily. Phoenix AND Kevben..both of you, I REALLY hope that I get to play with both/either of you in the future, 'cause I love your style.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kevben Battleheart</strong> on <strong>25-02-2012, 05:21:16</strong>
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				Alrighty then, due to life issues and such (Phoenix is definantly sick it seems and she doesn't want to go to a doctor unless she HAS to) I'm acting as a proxy for a little bit and am issuing a role-call to see who, out of those who were approved by Phoenix, are still interested in this game.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dark Deception</strong> on <strong>25-02-2012, 06:40:07</strong>
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				I was just waiting for whenever it budged, but I'm still here.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Avella</strong> on <strong>26-02-2012, 00:17:16</strong>
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				*sitting at a corner table with her feet up*<br><br>I just ordered another ale so yeah, I'm still here.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>27-02-2012, 17:38:43</strong>
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				Hey everyone. I'm still here. Just wanted to chime in and let you know. Anyway, while I appreciate the group that we have, I think we could use maybe one or two more people. If anyone has anybody they think would fit well, feel free to ask them if they'd be interested. If not, then I think maybe we need to do a little more recruiting. I alone don't always seem to have the best of luck with that, so any suggestions anyone has would be great. My work schedule seems to be normalized, mostly, and I seem to be past the worst of what has been ailing me. At least I hope so. Still waiting for the lower abdominal pain upon heavy activity(read work) to go away. Given that the fight isn't going to be sorting itself out under the circumstances, I'll see what I can come up with to make it cohesively end the way that Bubby suggested. I'd really hate to have to do a cut away, because this just doesn't really seem like the best time for it given what was supposed to be going on, but I may not be able to come up with anything else. We wouldn't be jumping far if I jumped that scene, just to after clean up. Does anyone object if I can't come up with anything else.<br><br>Also, this wouldn't effect the scene with Naomi and Damien at all. I'd kind of like a reply from her before I go ahead, but I guess I could post with them separately, at least as long as their not in the same area, if people don't mind that. It may actually help with any confusion a bit, but then, it might just make things worse. I want to hear from you guys okay?
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Avella</strong> on <strong>27-02-2012, 20:12:38</strong>
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				I haven't posted because, frankly, I wasn't sure this thread was going to continue, but...that said... and with all the health and work issues on the mend, I will work on a post over the next day or so and run it up the flagpole, so to speak.&nbsp; Glad to see your back in action Phoenix.&nbsp; Cheers.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dark Deception</strong> on <strong>27-02-2012, 21:56:32</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Are you sure you're even feeling this game? Because this is the longest pause I've ever experienced in any RP. Usually when a RP stagnates for this long it means the GM is either too busy or has lost inspiration to continue it. If you're no longer feeling it, then I think the best thing would be to put it down. There's nothing but excuses in this OOC, and despite them being real, you just really seem to have no time or real interest in continuing this. If you do, I must not be seeing it. This game just feels like a waste of time is all. As much as you keep making it seem like it's going to continue, I'm just not even convinced anymore.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>28-02-2012, 04:12:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hey everyone. Just letting you know that Dark Deception has chosen to leave our game.<br><br>I look forward to your post Avella. :D
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>01-03-2012, 02:11:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Post complete. The italicized portion is her in the "future" telling her tale to make the transition a little more smooth. I hoped that it would make it a little less confusing. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Maverick Hunter Cake</strong> on <strong>04-03-2012, 21:11:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hello, everyone! How is everyone doing today?
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shariden</strong> on <strong>05-03-2012, 23:37:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I'm well enough, Maverick. Yourself?<br><br>If anyone is thinking of holding back in order for me to post, it won't be necessary. I think the current interactions between dwarf, smith, and bard, along with fencer and stranger can be played out just fine without me adding more narrative clutter. I'll await a more opportune moment for my own introduction.<br><br>As an aside, I must admit I was caught off guard by the amount of material already written. The recruitment thread gave me the impression of just starting up. Fortunately, I've caught up now.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Maverick Hunter Cake</strong> on <strong>05-03-2012, 23:41:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=129917.msg5959197#msg5959197">Quote from: Shariden on 05-03-2012, 23:37:00</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I'm well enough, Maverick. Yourself?<br><br>If anyone is thinking of holding back in order for me to post, it won't be necessary. I think the current interactions between dwarf, smith, and bard, along with fencer and stranger can be played out just fine without me adding more narrative clutter. I'll await a more opportune moment for my own introduction.<br><br>As an aside, I must admit I was caught off guard by the amount of material already written. The recruitment thread gave me the impression of just starting up. Fortunately, I've caught up now.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I'm feeling pretty good today!<br><br>XD They had quite a bit when I first joined too. I had to think of a good way to introduce my character, which was kinda hard. Startup is usually not my strongest thing, but now that I did the intro post, it should be good. XD<br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Avella</strong> on <strong>06-03-2012, 00:17:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I know from experience how difficult joining a group thread already in progress can be, that said, however, welcome to the adventure and I look forward to your posts
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Maverick Hunter Cake</strong> on <strong>06-03-2012, 00:28:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Avella, what's up?<br><br>I like the character concept you have, Naomi's pretty cool!
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>06-03-2012, 01:32:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hey guys.<br><br>I should have my post up tonight or tomorrow. I finally broke down and went to the doctor so I should be feeling better soon.<br><br>Also, sorry if I gave the wrong impression. I didn't mean to. *shameface* <br><br>I kinda figured recruitment as opposed to interest check would imply that there was already a game in progress. I was running a decent fever at the time, so I'm gonna blame it on that. *nods*<br><br>Glad everyone is well.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Maverick Hunter Cake</strong> on <strong>06-03-2012, 01:40:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=129917.msg5959701#msg5959701">Quote from: Phoenixrisen on 06-03-2012, 01:32:40</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Hey guys.<br><br>I should have my post up tonight or tomorrow. I finally broke down and went to the doctor so I should be feeling better soon.<br><br>Also, sorry if I gave the wrong impression. I didn't mean to. *shameface* <br><br>I kinda figured recruitment as opposed to interest check would imply that there was already a game in progress. I was running a decent fever at the time, so I'm gonna blame it on that. *nods*<br><br>Glad everyone is well.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>It sucks to hear that you are sick! I hope you get better soon!<br><br>Don't worry about it too much, it does imply that....I know I just have a terrible time writing a starting intro. For some reason, I have too much I wanna write....and I gotta pick out what I want to write.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>06-03-2012, 02:05:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=129917.msg5959724#msg5959724">Quote from: Maverick Hunter Cake on 06-03-2012, 01:40:38</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">It sucks to hear that you are sick! I hope you get better soon!<br><br>Don't worry about it too much, it does imply that....I know I just have a terrible time writing a starting intro. For some reason, I have too much I wanna write....and I gotta pick out what I want to write.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I know how that goes. It can certainly suck. The upside of being sick is that I have the next two days off from work, so I's can focus on my RPs!(Yes, I know I'm grasping at straws here, but I have to find some kind of silver lining.) Plus fever seems to make my muse happy. I still don't understand that one...*shakes head*
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Maverick Hunter Cake</strong> on <strong>06-03-2012, 02:39:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				There isn't anythng wrong with seeing the silver lining to any situation, no matter how silly you thing it is. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shariden</strong> on <strong>06-03-2012, 06:09:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=129917.msg5959701#msg5959701">Quote from: Phoenixrisen on 06-03-2012, 01:32:40</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Hey guys.<br><br>I should have my post up tonight or tomorrow. I finally broke down and went to the doctor so I should be feeling better soon.<br><br>Also, sorry if I gave the wrong impression. I didn't mean to. *shameface* <br><br>I kinda figured recruitment as opposed to interest check would imply that there was already a game in progress. I was running a decent fever at the time, so I'm gonna blame it on that. *nods*<br><br>Glad everyone is well.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Admittedly, this is the first time I've given the group forums here more than a passing glance. I guess I'm not really acquainted with some of its subtleties. <br><br>At any rate, best wishes on a smooth recovery, Phoenix. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>06-03-2012, 18:22:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=129917.msg5960934#msg5960934">Quote from: Shariden on 06-03-2012, 06:09:03</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Admittedly, this is the first time I've given the group forums here more than a passing glance. I guess I'm not really acquainted with some of its subtleties. <br><br>At any rate, best wishes on a smooth recovery, Phoenix. <br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Thank you for the kind wishes, and if you have any questions or problems finding your character's in, just let me know. We can figure something out. If you do have an idea for how you want your character introduced, then let me know, here of via PM and I'll do what I can to steer it in that direction sooner rather than later. I'd prefer not to leave anyone on the sidelines too long.<br><br>Onward with the rest of this, I'm thinking one more post from Maverick and Kev, and I'm gonna try to wrap up the we're cleaning the bar bit and move it along. It's gonna get old fast if it goes on too long. If either of you disagree though, just let me know.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Maverick Hunter Cake</strong> on <strong>06-03-2012, 19:21:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=129917.msg5962399#msg5962399">Quote from: Phoenixrisen on 06-03-2012, 18:22:01</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote"><br>Onward with the rest of this, I'm thinking one more post from Maverick and Kev, and I'm gonna try to wrap up the we're cleaning the bar bit and move it along. It's gonna get old fast if it goes on too long. If either of you disagree though, just let me know.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Aye, Aye, Captain! XD
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shariden</strong> on <strong>07-03-2012, 04:27:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I don't suspect I'll have any problems with an intro, although I am curious about one matter that I may have missed. Around what time of the day is it, currently? I'm mostly going by Avella's posts and I would guess it to be either the late afternoon or early evening hours.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>07-03-2012, 04:56:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I think I may have forgotten to mention it, but yes, it's late afternoon.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>08-03-2012, 13:22:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hey guys. We have a new prospective character in the interest thread (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=133620.0). The person that created her is concerned that she's a little too close to that line between quirky and obnoxious, since you'd be playing with her too, I'd like your thoughts please. PM's are preferred.&nbsp; Please note that if you think the character could become obnoxious is the only thing I'm looking for comment on. Thank you.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>12-03-2012, 04:10:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Alright so something that came up. In case you weren't sure where we were at the moment, we're in a rather thriving port city named Dalos. It's in northern Alexandria, right along the border with Eden. Do I have any takers to poke and prod at me about getting the cities onto the political map? I keep forgetting every time I actually have moment to work on it.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Maverick Hunter Cake</strong> on <strong>12-03-2012, 06:03:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				If you have a set path of the major cities in mind, you could always add them as we find out our next destination. The downside of that is having to update the map more frequently though.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>AndyZ</strong> on <strong>12-03-2012, 07:12:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I hate to ask this, but could someone catch me up?&nbsp; My ADD has been fierce lately and I haven't been able to catch up to the IC thread yet.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>16-03-2012, 18:13:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=129917.msg5984496#msg5984496">Quote from: AndyZ on 12-03-2012, 07:12:46</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I hate to ask this, but could someone catch me up?&nbsp; My ADD has been fierce lately and I haven't been able to catch up to the IC thread yet.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Sorry it took me so long to get back to you. I really need a "no" filter when it comes to work. I swear I'm going to let them work me into the hospital one of these days if I'm not careful.<br><br>Anyway, to catch you up:<br><br>1. Rain is looking to go to the Shadow to right some not completely revealed injustice.<br>2. She's looking for companions.<br>3. She found some, most of them vanished.<br>4. Naomi and Daemion are plotting(kinda) but no one knows about it.<br>5. Rain met Belarc in her favorite inn/tavern, soon after he tore the place apart when he was accosted.<br>6.Bubby's character, the wolf, ran off into the woods. We may or may not see him again.<br>7.The tavern has been put back together introducing Fenn, and Sharidan's character who hasn't actually introduced himself yet.<br><br>So pretty much at this point, you could run into Naomi in a bit as she's finishing up with Daemion, or you could stumble into the "Fiddler's Den" or you could wait until we're on our way out of town and encounter us then. Or you could come up with some other idea entirely and I could have an NPC help you in. Really, not a whole lot has happened up to this point, it just seems like it because of the long posts.<br><br>Hope that helps. :D
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>AndyZ</strong> on <strong>17-03-2012, 18:34:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Oopsie.&nbsp; Yeah, will try to keep it on here.<br><br>Ok, if it'll be a bit before we can work that in, I'll wait for now.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>17-03-2012, 18:43:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				At the very least, we'll likely need to be on our way out of town, or at least done with our current encounters before we can drag someone in because of a fire they started.<br><br>Though if you wanted to work out the character a bit before actually interacting with the other PC's, then we always start you off in a town a little ways along. Mesh things together so that she's right on trial or about to hang or something when Rain and her group come through. If we go in that direction, then you could work on your introductory post now and I could work up the NPC post with my next post.<br><br>Unless everyone thinks that would be too confusing. I guess worst place scenario I could add another IC thread for places other than the main storyline. I'd likely need to anyway if we keep getting interest like I seem to be. I'd hate to turn decent character and writers away if I could just figure out a way to have the two parties and throw them together and drag them apart as appropriate. That would mean more work for me true, but I could live with that, and it could add some interesting dimensions. Then again, that's just a thought and far from a certainty.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>AndyZ</strong> on <strong>17-03-2012, 19:47:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I'll just hold off until then ^_^&nbsp; Just let me know.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Avella</strong> on <strong>17-03-2012, 22:13:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Assuming there will be towns and villages along the route, it should be no problem picking up new players along the way.&nbsp; Their introductions could describe where they are (name of town, etc.) and what their situation is prior to our arrival.&nbsp; The new player and phoenix could work out the names of towns and leave the descriptions of the towns to the new player.<br><br>If the party gets separated at some point or of Phoenix has a specific place in her plans where some players might start out or end up, then you can create a separate thread for that place, but I blather on and on...:)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>17-03-2012, 22:15:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				:)<br><br>As always input it welcome. Blather away. It can help spark plot bunnies. Plot bunnies are <strong>good</strong>.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Avella</strong> on <strong>18-03-2012, 14:54:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It's the Season of the Bunny anyway so I'm Hoppy to blather.&nbsp; *wiggles her pink nose*
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>20-03-2012, 14:38:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				*pokes at players lightly*<br><br>Where, and how is everyone?
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>AndyZ</strong> on <strong>20-03-2012, 14:59:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Holding off like we already discussed.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>20-03-2012, 15:10:29</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=129917.msg6022278#msg6022278">Quote from: AndyZ on 20-03-2012, 14:59:59</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Holding off like we already discussed.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I know you are. :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Drake Valentine</strong> on <strong>20-03-2012, 15:16:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Idly reading up on things.<br><br>Bookmarking.<br><br>Probably won't be able to post till near weekend or whenever time in the RP moves to locale(unless it has already.) *Has much to read.* 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>20-03-2012, 15:21:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Take your time. There's plenty to go around. Just let me know if you need a little help working yourself in.<br><br>Also, Andy. I was looking over the character thread, and you haven't put yours up. Or if you have it got lost somewhere. She'd non existent over there. Could you transfer her before posting the in the IC when the time comes please.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Drake Valentine</strong> on <strong>20-03-2012, 15:22:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				That's what... She said? <br><br>xD
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shariden</strong> on <strong>21-03-2012, 00:03:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Well and good.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Drake Valentine</strong> on <strong>21-03-2012, 15:30:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Well, finally finish reading everything.<br><br>Just curious if you want me to go ahead and introduce Kar-Kar(sorry, keep picturing his familiar calling him that) in the Den- even though it looks pretty crowded,- or till they decide to heads out? (Unless you are secretly waiting on me.) ;3<br><br>But if you do wish me to post it may not be till tomorrow morning. The way my hours are split with graveyard shift, I normally don't have time to post at night before work. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>22-03-2012, 00:05:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It would probably be best to hold off until they head out. I'm hoping to get us there soon. :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>AndyZ</strong> on <strong>22-03-2012, 00:10:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				This is the weekend for my city's annual anime convention.&nbsp; As such, posting will slow to a crawl starting Thursday until Sunday.&nbsp; I'll still have Skype via my phone and people who have that can contact me, and I'll receive posts through e-mail, I just won't be responding until I have a computer at hand.<br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=129917.msg6022325#msg6022325">Quote from: Phoenixrisen on 20-03-2012, 15:21:30</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Take your time. There's plenty to go around. Just let me know if you need a little help working yourself in.<br><br>Also, Andy. I was looking over the character thread, and you haven't put yours up. Or if you have it got lost somewhere. She'd non existent over there. Could you transfer her before posting the in the IC when the time comes please.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Done ^_^
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>22-03-2012, 00:18:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Thank you.<br><br>;D
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>29-03-2012, 03:58:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				*pokes*<br><br>Where is everyone? If you're having issues with posts, or are busy that's fine, but a heads up would be appreciated. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Maverick Hunter Cake</strong> on <strong>29-03-2012, 04:02:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Been a little busy, sorry about that. Also a little unsure what to post...well, how to post what I want to do.&nbsp; :o
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>29-03-2012, 04:25:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				How so?<br><br>If it has something to do with the way that my post ended, she never actually left the room, she just headed towards the stairs. If anyone speaks to her she'll stop and answer them. Sorry if that wasn't clear enough. If it's something else that has to do with game dynamics, then ask whatever questions you need to and I'll see what I can do about helping you out.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Drake Valentine</strong> on <strong>29-03-2012, 14:58:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Here.<br><br>Just waiting to kill stuff.<br><br>:3
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>05-04-2012, 01:20:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I'm working on getting us out of town so we can do just that.<br><br>Also, if there isn't a description of where everyone is from in their character sheet, could you give me one? I'm trying to work on the world maps in a bit more detail, I would like to be able to put down where everyone is raised on them, just to give everyone an idea of where stuff is and how far or near it is.<br><br>Sorry my post wasn't the greatest, I've been a bit preoccupied lately, my writing is suffering I think. They'll get better, I promise, especially when work figures itself out, or they push me that last little bit and I just finally quit.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shariden</strong> on <strong>05-04-2012, 03:55:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I would guess a stretch of woodlands somewhere in Alexandria makes the most sense for my character.&nbsp; Sorry to hear you're having work troubles, btw.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>AndyZ</strong> on <strong>05-04-2012, 04:31:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I'm starting to worry that I may not be a good fit for this game.<br><br>Everyone on here does a fantastic job of posting, giving several paragraphs of detail and doing what would be incredible for most people.&nbsp; However, my attention span tends to waver after about the fourth paragraph, especially when I'm working on a novel.<br><br>This is not a criticism of anyone but myself, just a worry that maybe I'm not going to be great for this group.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>06-04-2012, 12:03:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=129917.msg6095803#msg6095803">Quote from: Shariden on 05-04-2012, 03:55:27</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I would guess a stretch of woodlands somewhere in Alexandria makes the most sense for my character.&nbsp; Sorry to hear you're having work troubles, btw.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Thank you on both counts. :-)<br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=129917.msg6095931#msg6095931">Quote from: AndyZ on 05-04-2012, 04:31:01</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I'm starting to worry that I may not be a good fit for this game.<br><br>Everyone on here does a fantastic job of posting, giving several paragraphs of detail and doing what would be incredible for most people.&nbsp; However, my attention span tends to waver after about the fourth paragraph, especially when I'm working on a novel.<br><br>This is not a criticism of anyone but myself, just a worry that maybe I'm not going to be great for this group.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>You're certainly still welcome, but if you feel that you're not suited for this RP, that's fine too. I don't want keeping up or posting to be a massive chore for anyone. Best wishes whatever you choose to do. :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>04-05-2012, 17:52:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hey everyone. I don't know if I should assume the lack of posts means that your interest in the game has died, or if it's due to how long it took me to finally get my post up. If you guys have decided I'm a flaky or overly busy GM, that's fine. I fully understand. I didn't want to say anything more about work stress at the time, because it really was starting to feel like an excuse no matter how true it was.<br><br>If you're still willing to give me another chance though, I have found a new job. One that I'm excited about. I haven't had this much energy in over six months at least. I don't see this job draining me the way the old one did. You've given me plenty of chances already though, so if you're not up to it, I understand. <br><br>Either way, it was fun playing with you, and best wishes in future RP. :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shariden</strong> on <strong>04-05-2012, 20:17:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I've sworn to stay in a roleplay until it's either finished or the OP has died in the attempt (and thereupon I shall undertake a campaign of vengeance). <br><br>Utterly blatant lies aside, I am still around.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>05-05-2012, 02:17:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=129917.msg6231384#msg6231384">Quote from: Shariden on 04-05-2012, 20:17:31</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I've sworn to stay in a roleplay until it's either finished or the OP has died in the attempt (and thereupon I shall undertake a campaign of vengeance). <br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>This made me giggle. Thank you, humor is always appreciated. :D
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Drake Valentine</strong> on <strong>05-05-2012, 03:03:11</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I'll be here....... Forever~<br><br>Even if this RP dies and my character is still in non-posting limbo. ;P
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>05-05-2012, 03:05:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It shouldn't come to that. Avella's posted in the IC, so she's still around and then we have Shariden and you, that's more than enough for me to keep this going for. The only question is, do I have to do some creative GM writing to move this along or not. :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>05-05-2012, 20:59:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Alright everyone. I think I've likely heard from everyone I'm going to. I'm trying to plot up a twist to move us all along and get us out of town in a post or two apiece. Look for it over the next few days. :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Drake Valentine</strong> on <strong>05-05-2012, 23:51:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Well, if push comes to shove, perhaps you can try to do another recruitment spree? You know, that is what happens in any adventure thing anyways, meet new adventures along the way in quest, like in games and movies and books and roleplaying. Who needs a full party rooster starting off? xD
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>05-05-2012, 23:53:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Yeah. That's likely what I'll do. Not just yet though. We still need to get you into the story. On that note, how would you like to be involved in the wrench that gets this journey started?
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Drake Valentine</strong> on <strong>06-05-2012, 00:08:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				By finally going nuts and bolting out of the city?<br><br>But with jokes aside.. Perhaps, I am unsure though how to really place my character in the city setting, unless you planned to leave area and whatnot. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>06-05-2012, 00:15:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Yes, the plan is to spur on an event that forces everyone to move quickly, and out of the city. I'm still working on the how of it all.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Drake Valentine</strong> on <strong>06-05-2012, 00:21:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				....Hmmmm...<br><br>Huge fires.<br><br>Being pursued.<br><br>Zombie invasion(not really)<br><br>I dunno, I am half awake so my mind is all meh in musing a suitable result. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>06-05-2012, 12:42:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Thank you for trying. I'll come up with something.<br><br>In the meantime, you all are welcome to post until then. You'll just get interrupted when I come up with it. It is more fun getting interrupted than just waiting though isn't it?
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Drake Valentine</strong> on <strong>08-05-2012, 17:00:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Well, don't wait too long on my accord.<br><br>I was originally thinking that they may encounter him on the road or somewhere during their journey. (Preferably on the road between whatever town, I mean, if you REALLY want, I can post him elsewhere unrelated doing his immoral business.) <br><br>But honestly this is my way to elude posting at the moment as my muse is being pretty fickle(that and I still owe a post I am involved in on another group RP.)<br><br>So I don't really mind the wait, take whatever time you need in getting them out of the city. ^_^ I am dropping in(now and then) and reading up to see what is going on.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>09-05-2012, 03:46:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I'm working on it. I should have a post up soon.<br><br>EDIT:<br><br>Okay, so that's like my shortest post ever for this game, but I didn't want to just assume that Naomi was ready and raring to go off to the stables. Those of you there can feel free to talk amongst yourselves or just wait for us to catch up. If you want to create a little action so you have something to do, that would be absolute welcomed too. Walking out into a brawl or having to save your butts could both be interesting situations if you were so inclined. <br><br>:-)<br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>18-05-2012, 16:01:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hey guys, I've been a little quiet this week, sorry about that. Work has been all lifting and carrying and I've been exhausted by the end of the day. The good kind that still lets my brain work, not the bad, but the result has been no post, so sorry about that. I'm intending to rectify that this weekend, and this RP is first on my list. It's quite possible that for the next few weeks at least my availability will be down to only weekends, just as a heads up. I'm hoping to have the post here up tonight, but that's not a promise. :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kevben Battleheart</strong> on <strong>20-05-2012, 05:17:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				lol See to yourself first hun, nurse that sore body. The game will still be here as will the players, so long as they don't get tired of waiting.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>20-05-2012, 17:45:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				There we go! A bit of a mystery for you. :-)<br><br>Drake, feel free to drag your necromancer into it any time now.<br><br>Also, I will likely be adding and subtracting NPCs quite regularly from now on as the need arises, so don't be surprised.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Avella</strong> on <strong>20-05-2012, 20:18:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I will be gone this week from Tuesday May 22nd until Monday May 28th so I will not be posting during that time.&nbsp; I am sure, however, everyone will be able to handle any danger that might crop up along the road until my return.<br><br>Remember, keep the sun at your back and your hair out of your eyes.&nbsp; :)<br><br>See you soon.<br><br>A.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Drake Valentine</strong> on <strong>23-05-2012, 02:56:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=129917.msg6306194#msg6306194">Quote from: Phoenixrisen on 20-05-2012, 17:45:55</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">There we go! A bit of a mystery for you. :-)<br><br>Drake, feel free to drag your necromancer into it any time now.<br><br>Also, I will likely be adding and subtracting NPCs quite regularly from now on as the need arises, so don't be surprised.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Oookay. xD My muse is finally coming back to me, so I'll see if I can get something up by tomorrow morning when I get home from work. ^_^ 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Bard's Tale: Quest for the Shadowgate(OOC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Phoenixrisen</strong> on <strong>10-06-2012, 21:30:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hey guys. Just a heads up. At this point I'm just about ready to call this dead. With no OOC chatter, I have no idea what's going on. I know I haven't been extremely active in the OOC and I apologize for that. I also apologize for the delay on my post. Six day work weeks caught up with me and beat my ass. Those are over now though. The store is opening on Wednesday. This is the last time I'm poking. It's exhausting that I seem to have to.<br><br>If this is the end, thank you. It was fun while it lasted and I hope that you enjoyed it as well.<br><br>Best wishes and happy RPing.
			</dd>
		</dl>
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