The path of a Mercenary

[Cyco999]

Kirath Skyborn : A Green Destiny

Part I

Raised on the Outskirts of the great city Fairhaven in Aundair
Kirath was the youngest of three brothers ; His father was a
mercenary and a bounty hunter under contract to various employers.
Life was tough for the brothers at times fending off monsters
at times that strayed from the Whispering woods ; but this
was their fathers plan all along ..to make them hard ..to keep
them on edge for the times to come.

As the years went by Malkor and Delinar began to show promise
with their skill with sword and shield so their father decided
to take them under his wing for contract work to a noble lord.
The farms surrounding Fairhaven did not allways have the support
of the royal army as forces were stretched with campaigns and
the odd bit of political corruption.

Therefore there existed times when the farms could not be
protected from the monsters that roamed or the bandits that
would prey on the unsuspecting farmers and merchants alike.
As time wore on Kirath finally became of age to work as a
Mercenary and Grobnar Kiraths Father arranged for him to
work for a wealthy merchant called Vros blackdale.

Blackdale was a merchant who specialised in many magical
artifacts and also traded in black market wares .. something
that Grobnar did not know of which would prove to be
costly in years to come.
One day when escorting a caravan to the town of Ghalt a
guard station came into view as the wagons drew closer
and closer Vros began to sweat knowing that part of his
cargo contained illegal goods.

A solider held a hand up and ordered the caravan to stop
and approached the first wagon "lets see your paperwork"
he intoned walked up to Vros with a suspect look in his
eyes.
Vros produced the paperwork as two of the hired mercenaries
unbuckled their swords watching the guards check the
cargo over.

The soldier poured over the paperwork while the soldiers
inspected the cargo ..as they reached the second caravan
one of the mercenaries became a little edgy and charged
at the soldiers ..the next thing that happened was in a
word ..chaos.
Between arrows flying and swords being thrusted at vital
points ...Kirath manged to cut down two of the guards
wondering how he had gotten involved in the fray.

One of the Wagon riders cracked the whip upon the horses
and the wagon went into full charge riding into soldiers
blazing a path through the guardstation toward Ghalt.
In the confusion Kirath made off towards the village of
Bluevine ..the sounds of swords hitting shields and
battle cries slowly fading as he made off for the small
village.

Word had still not reached the village of the goings on
at the royal guard station as he strode into town ..a
cloak blowing in the wind as his sword hung at his side.
The wind blew upon a tavern sign as it bobbed up and down
the picture of a black dragon upon it marking the black
dragon tavern.

He stopped outside the tavern and cast his eye accross the
dust path to the blacksmith as he hammered away at a
horseshoe ..the blacksmith looking up briefly with a
stern look nodding politely at Kirath.
Tavern talk occupied much of the later part of the day
as he put back a few ales considering his next move..
when all of sudden a few soldiers walked in scanning
around for something.

By the time they looked to where Kirath was sitting he
was outside talking to the blacksmith .. "the horse
around back ..how much for it :counting out gold:" he
spoke quickly.
The dwarf looked up a moment and studied him .."Fifty
pieces :nodding slightly: fifty pieces lad" :hands him
the gold:.

Kirath mounted the horse and started towards the edge
of town when suddenly a shout came from the tavern
entrance "hold it right there scum your under arrest"
:Kirath kicks the steed into full gallop: "HOLD!" the
guard intoned as he motioned to some archers "HOLD!".
Arrows flew through the air in Kiraths direction as
he rode fiercly into the wind ; one of the arrows
striking true in his right shoulder with slight
cutting sound of metal piercing metal into flesh.

He hissed slightly as he strode off into the forest
the weight of pain weighing upon him as he reached
a clearing with a small stream flowing.
Stopping a moment and snapping the arrow off he still
needed to get the head out as he continued riding
until he could hear his pursuers no more.

Day turned to night as he rode until he could ride
no more ..robbed of energy and holding his shoulder
he dismounted near a cave and managed to tie his
horse up to a tree.
Walking towards the cave his vision became blurry
as his strength had all but left him as he stumbled
falling to the ground.

His vision was blurred as a robed figure approached
him in the night .. inspecting his wound the emerald
claw cleric ordered two warriors to bring him into
the compound.
He sweated through the night as the cleric Marion
stood over him leaning foward toward his now exposed
shoulder and touching her right hand upon the wound
muttering divine words.

By morning he awoke his blurry vision now clear and
his pain had gone .. what remained was a large room
lined with strange runes and a beautiful woman
seated waiting for him to come around.
His eyes moved from the room , the runes , and her
to his sword scabbard laying next to him ..but
before he could react reassuring words came from
Marion "You are not in Danger ...we found you
wounded by arrow..I tended your wound".

The look of surprise came upon his face as he lifted
his head toward Marion and blushed slightly "I ...I
dont know how ..to thank you ..My lady".
:Marion holds a hand up: "I know how you earned that
arrow and I do not care of it ..and before you jump
to any conclusions I wish to offer you an opportunity".

Now fully alert he examined her noting the robe of an
Emerald Claw Cleric a figure of untouched beauty and
breathtaking grace.
As she rose to her feet and started towards him the
scent of lavender and witchhazel thick in the air like
the fresh smell of flowers on a hot day.

But beneath this beauty and awe lay the heart of an evil
cleric of the order and a loyal desciple of the Lich Queen
Vol ..the true Leader of the Emerald Claw.
Her eyes fell upon Kirath as she spoke with a harmonious
tone that would haved melted the coldest of hearts "We
know of your father and of you ...Mercenary ..we have
a job for you :smiling:".

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A Green Destiny Part II : Charge of the Claw

Kirath rose to his feet as Marion helped him don his armour moving with
a unebberonian grace as she did so ..her breath met his skin on occassion
to his delight as a smirk emerged accross his face.
As she clipped on the final strap she leaned foward whispering in his
ear ...your journey will take you accross seas to Xen'Drik where you
shall guard a Cleric of Vol .. prove yourself worthy and you will be
rewarded as a Knight of the Order.

The Smirk turned to a Stern look as he met her eyes ..his words came
slow and his tone was serious "I shall guard her well my lady..of
course there remains the matter of payment...I will require at least
two thousand gold :is interrupted as she spun away changing her tone:.
"You will board a ship docked in the passage ..from there you shall
travel to the city of Stormreach...you will be provided with gold..
and you will be watched ...serve us well and gold will become like
a river..:turning:...betray us and that river shall be blood.

:He stands there listening to her words then responds: "Your terms
are acceptable ...I shall leave at once" :Marion walks up to him
and produces a Silver Holy Symbol speaking sofly "May my queen
watch over you *places hand on him uttering a blessing* a strange
energy washed over him like fire meeting ice ..he narrowed his eyes
at first ..then seemed content at the feeling..he remembered hearing
tales of the lich Queen from his father years earlier when he was
not chasing brigands or fighting off monsters..and his curiosity
was beginning to grow about Vol and of the Emerald Claw.

Inclining his heard to Marion he accepted a scroll from her containing
various information about his journey and was then lead away to a
spellcasting chamber where a hooded Mage waited in anticipation.
The magi beckoned him foward harshly "Come Forth Quickly Now ive
Experiments ...to attend to" ..:He stepped foward as the Mage lifted
his hands up uttering words of power focussing on the docks in the
Passage ..."Drakar'Nu'Megnuval" spilled out of the mages mouth and
then Kirath Vanished in a glorious haze of Magical Energy.

Rats chewed away at a rotten apple on the worn docks at 'The Passage'
as sailors sat about a 'fire in a barrel' warming their hands and
talking of their various mutterings.
A robed figure waited in the shadows watching as if waiting for
something but kept out of sight from the prying eyes of passess
by ..watching the folk pass by as if they were prey..like a wolf
would look upon sheep resting in black of Night.

A magical Energy formed in an alleyway not far from the docks as
Kirath Materialised taking a few moments to regain his composure
as a passerby came back for another glance at the strange occurance.
"Ooooo Magiks'nstrang'energies'no'notgoodnogoodmustrunmus trunandtell
masteratonceyesyesatonce" The little gnome uttered darting away in
some direction.

Placing his hand on his blade hilt he moved foward and out of the
alleyway ...casting a narrowed eyed look about wondering which way
the Little Fast Takling Gnome Went.
He Decided to find an inn for the Night to look over the scroll and
find passage to Xen'Drik from some local Sea Captain daring enough
to cross the seas.

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A Green Destiny Part III : Seas of Blood part I

As the figure hid in the shadows he felt a slight tug at his cloak
swirling around producing a dagger instantly as he looked down to
the smiling gnome awaiting with a fiendish smile.
"MasterMasterIveFoundHimivefoundhimyesIhaveyesIhave" :his words were
cut silent by a harsh words that cut through the air as sharp as the
ornate dagger he held in his hand: "silence you fool".

The gnome stood shaking as the stranger moved his hood back slowly
revealing blood red eyes filled with utter hate that would have
sent a Giant running :he swirled around to see if any had heard
and noted a seaman walking over to them and moved into the shadows
once more: ...the gnome vanishing with him still shaking.
The seaman walked over looking into the shadows after hearing the
gnomes voice and walked toward them curiously ..as he got closer he
noticed a slight smell in the air.

The gnome Gisterid had been unfortunute enough to brush by a merchant
selling roses earlier in his haste and confusion ... but before the
Seaman could figure out what direction it came from ..a swirl of
shadows and a dagger flashed in the dark and the Seaman was swollowed
up like a black hand snatching the life right out of him..as a hand
was held over his mouth holding the scream that would never escape..
his eyes wide with fear as his blood was drained from him by the
vampire rouge Slith.

Meanwhile seated within a room within the Snake and Dagger inn
Kirath opened the scroll marked with a green claw seal and read
it quitely to himself

Kirath Skyborn ,

You are hereby commissioned by the Order of The Crimson Claw to
travel to the city of Stormreach in Xen'drik and to watch over
and guard with your life a Woman Known as Vana.
She is the daughter of a High ranking cleric in the Service of
Our Queen Vol ..know that you will receive payment upon arrival
at Stormreach and that you are being watched constantly by an
agent who will report directly to the highest of our order to
report your progress.

In Blood and Honour

*signed in blood* Marion De'var

:rolls scroll up and readies his possessions proceeding downstairs
thereafter:

The inn was awash with various patrons as Kirath strolled around
asking folk for passage to Xen'drik ...all refused except a rather
rough looking captain with two sailors "Sure Matey I agree ta be takin
Ye to Thaat Eylin'da ..but ye be workin for ye passig".
:Nodding slightly and agreeing to the captains terms he made for his
ship docked in the harbour: he then stowed his equipment below deck
making note of the blood stains on the floor from countless battles
and brawls.

Unknown to him a Shadowy figure sneaked onto the ship and stowed away
in the ships storage room where he would dine on all 'types' of meat
on the coming journey.
The remains of two bodies were discovered as the ship slowly made its
way out of the harbour ; shouts and confusion filling the docks as the
fear of a killer spread like wildfire.

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A Green Destiny Part III : Seas of Blood part II "Sahuagin Slave"

The sounds of the sea and of a grumpy captain occupied the first
week of the journey for Kirath as he worked the boat with the
rest of the crew sweating and eating meals with the men.
By the second week the crew started to become restless and uneasy
as there had been strange disappearances with no explanation as
to how or where they went missing.

The captain of the Muddy Gale called a meeting one day to discuss
matters and accusations flew in all directions ; even Kirath was
accused at one point the men making the arguement that he was new
and should not be trusted.
Just as the captain was about to make a decision two ships could
be seen as the coast of Xen'drik came into view the crows nest
suddenly alive with the shout of "Land Ho".

Calling the ship to general Quarters the crew of the Muddy Gale
made ready the ships cannons and the quarter Master started handing
out rapiers to every man aboard the ship.
The ship bobbed up and down as the ships came closer and closer into
view until the captain could make out the crew of one of the ships
.."Sahuagin" he cried just about falling over at the same time.

From the storage window menacing eyes stared out falling upon Kirath
assessingly as Slith whispered silently to himself "Now lets see
what you can do boy".
The Sahuagin were not known for their 'hospitality' around the coast
as some of the sailors shook in fear and anxiety thinking about tales
they had heard about those they took prisoner or simply slew on the
spot.

Spears were launched and cannons ablaze as they came into range of the
Muddy Gale ..the captain shouting orders as one of the ships slammed
into the Gale ; Sahuagin pouring onto the ship barely concerned with
the ship their eyes focussed on the humans.
Spears flew as swords clashed ..the cries of men and the clucking of
Sahuagin were made known in the smoke and confusion of battle ..Kirath
drove his sword threw two Sahuagin with a mighty thrust ramming one
into another pushing them overboard ..sword and all.

But not a second later he felt paralysied as a Sahuagin Cleric held him
with magic ..blue energy simmering around him ; a voice belowing
"korramah:growl: naw-tik-tik:clicking sound: Sxza Puntabae!".
The crew of the Muddy gale died horrible deaths ..the Merciless creatures
of the deep showing no pitty or mercy ..all met grizzly fates ..impalement
being just one example ...as Slith Thought to Himself "good ..more blood".

An offical looking Sahuagin approached Kirath and Grasped him by the throat
its eyes suddenly became fixed on a figurine his father game him many
years ago when he had proven himself in a test of fear.
The figurine was of a Sahuagin bearing a mighty trident wearing a crown
..a depication of a Sauagin Queen and a rare gift to recieve for a human
who would manage to overcome the Sahuagins one chance they give a human
to leave their domain.

Supplies were randsacked as night fell over the now calm sea ..a Sahuagin
Telepathically communicated with sharks surrounding the boat and started
tossing bodies overboard ..others they ate there ..on the spot.
One of the Sahuagin cast a spell on Kirath as two offical looking
Sahuagin jumped in the water with him and they floated downward to
the depths of the ocean Kirath having no weapons in which to defend
himself he was at the mercy of Sahuagin.

The pressence of a mighty underwater city now became apparent ..Kiraths
water breathing spell started to wear off as the sahuagin placed a
strange bracelet around his left arm.
He could suddenly breathe again and was lead down an ornate corridor
..Many Sahuagin glared at him with dark intents deep in their eyes
as he was lead to their King and Queen.

Meanwhile on the surface the storage door flew open as the Vampire
rouge stared deeply into their eyes charming both of them with his
gaze .. the two Sahuagin walked out and put a boat in the water and
some oars as the vampire stared at some other Sahuagin waving his
hand in a dismissing manner.
The two Charmed Sahuagin charged at the others ..and a battle erupted
..Slith Escaped in the Confusion ... A slight smile accross his face
thinking to himself .."Lets see how you fare boy...Lets see".

The doors to the underwater Royal Chamber begun to open to sounds
of much clicking noises amoung the stirring Royal Council and the
Glorious King and Queen of the Sahuagin as Kirath was lead inside.
Surprisingly the King and Queen could speak common and beckoned
him forward ..as he approached they noticed the figurine and looked
on with curiosity as the King Spoke "One of your kind was amoung us
at some point of Time".

"Someone brave and fearless" the King intoned "Should you prove you
are worthy of wearing that Sacred :raises voice a moment: stone to
the Sahuagin people a mark of a warrior and the mark of becoming of
Manhood you will have earned it and we shall give you a prize from
our treasurey and you will be granted passage to the surface and
beyond".
"You will face ...the Trials : points finger at an offical looking
Sahuagin:" the king instructed ..as Kirath was lead away to a holding
cell.

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A Green Destiny Part III : Seas of Blood part III "Blood and Honour"

Within the murky depths below the sea the Sahuagin City bustled with
gurgled sounds and clicks from Sahuagin eager to see the strange
human who bore their sacred Warrior Figurine face the Dangers of
the Trials of Bravery.
Within his Cell he noticed the bones of other creatures and the odd
human in other cells ..a grizzly reminder of what may become of him
should he fail.

A large Sahuagin barked a few gurled clicks at him and opened the
gate to his cell leading him out to the hall of trials ; a sacred
hall created by ancient Sahuagin.
The elaborate hall contained many statues of kings , queens , and
warriors of old ...along the top of the hall on both sides Sahuagin
were arrayed watching his every move.

A Sahuagin handed him a spear then closed the entrance to the hall
a single gurgle and click being spat just before the great door
closed.
Grasping the spear tight in both hands he started moving forward
wondering what trials he would face as his eyes searched the
watery hall.

Suddenly a magic mouth appeared on the wall in front of him and
spoke .."I am Whole I am Strong But without it I do not have the
Resolve to carry on"...
Thinking on these words the magic mouth vanished into the wall as
Three Sahuagin Statues pulsed with energy a moment then their stone
encasements shattered sending stone fragments in every direction
in slow motion.

Kirath turned to face the first guardian as it charged straight for
him ..a menacing looking Trident in its hands as it charged toward
..the two others formed behind him and also began to slowly charge.
Kirath looked about a moment as the Sahuagin started a series of
gurgling and clicking sounds ..the odd bit of common could be made
out on occasion "ace ur Ferz uman".

Turning his attention to the charging Sahuagin he waited for the
right moment and launched himself from a crouched position aiming
for its neck striking true with the thrust as murky green blood
spewed forth ..the Sahuagin falling back and laid out on the hall
floor before the two others charging.
The others split up and came at him from different angles one
thrust for his chest while the other directed his trident for
his skull both with the look utter hatred and ferosity.

Using all his strength he flung the spear at the chest thruster
and struck true upon it sending it backward with the mighty
spear throw.
The other Sahuagin made his play and met two hands grasping his
Trident as they both struggled for control of the weapon ..
allmost within touching range Kirath Managed to turn the weapon
on his attacker with a mighty effort ramming it deep into the
Sahuagin as it collapsed ..trident stuck in it as the odd gurgle
and click came from dying Sahuagin Guardian.

Suddenly a voice boomed from the magic mouth once more appearing
on the wall "Bravery is yours ...you may pass" :scimitar +1 falls
out of the magic mouth: .
Kirath took a few moments to regain his composure then walked over
and picked up the strange looking scimitar ..the moment he picked
it up the sound of a slight click could be heard then the wall in
front of him opened to reveal another room inside.

Many Skeletons lay strewn about in the next room which was littered
with rusty sword and shields ..a faint coldness could be felt coming
from accross the room as the Skeletons started to rise taking shield
and sword in hand ..their eyes suddenly ablaze.
Kirath took a defensive stance waiting for them to charge ..at the
back of the room a gurgling sound could be heard followed by a single
sharp 'click' sound.

Seventeen Skeleton Warriors began to slumber forward slowly ...Kirath
marched forward slowly and swung his simitar in arcs sending bone
, leg , and arm flying.
At one point he became cornered by the small Skeleton hoard and in
one last effort he hurled a few bottles that were laying around at
them ...the next thing that happened well ..in a word "boom" an
energy wave streamed out knocking him over and blasting the Skeletons
to pieces.

A roar erupted above him as he lay against a wall considering a moment
how close he came to death ..thinking to himself "hmm might read the
bottles i throw next time :hopping up and shrugging ..picking up his
sword and ..moving on: .
Before the wall at the end of the room a Spectral Sahuagin appeared
and looked at Kirath asessingly ..Kirath could feel the chill coming
from the spectre ..the coldness of deaths vigor ..its raw essense..;
but he stayed the course raising his scimitar high intoning "stand
aside or to your god you will go".

The spectre looked at him for a while longer then suddenly a high
pitched sound started eminating from it as it lunged at Kirath..
Kirath swung a mighty swing using the magical blade and did strike
true in a powerfull swing upon undead Sahuagin Necromancer.
With a flash of light the spectre was cast from the material plane
its essence disrupted by the magic ...another roar erupted from up
above in a host of gurgs and clicks.

Another magical mouth appeared and spoke "Your resolve is strong ..pass
brave warrior"..:mouth spits out a Sahuagin Shield +1 then vanishes as
the wall in front of kirath opens up revealing a large arena: .
All around the areana could be seen countless Sahuagin Warriors immortalised
in stone from ages past and in the center the menacing looking statue
of a .......'Tsucora Quori'.

The Arena was now full with spectators as the king and queen took their
places for the final trial ...with a shimmering light the Tsucora
statues stone that encased it burst into pieces ..as its hulky form
moved ..its many eyes looking in all directions and then focussed
upon Kirath.
The creature was a fearsome sight to behold ..but Kirath was resolute
in his conviction ..put simply 'win' or 'die' he thought to himself
as he started to circle the gigantic beast with its huge stinger ,
menacing claws and other hidden powers.

The king observed Kiraths bravery and gurgled and clicked in the
direction of a cleric ...the Sahuagin cleric gripped a holy symbol
and pointed its scaley hand in the direction of Kirath gurgling and
clicking in its native tongue.
Kirath suddenly felt protected and his sword glowed with divine energy
pulsing up and down as the first thunder strike came from the Tsucora
as one of its claws swiped at Kirath as he ducked under and swiped
upward striking the massive claw as divine energy rippled accross it
as the beast made a chilling moan.

Suddenly the creatures eyes were ablaze in a strange colour ..Kirath
reacted by taking a defensive stance with the shield he had recovered
..the Psionic charm failing to effect him as his shield contained other
hidden abilities of which he did not know of.
The Creature began to flee hoping to revise its strategy and attack from
a greater position of power ..and Kirath Charged swinging at its mighty
stinger chopping it off ..Divine energy rippling accross the stinger
as it was cleaved from its body.

The Beast howled and turned around swinging at him with its huge claws
aimlessly ...Kirath held his sword steady and cast it right into the
creatures head as Divine Energy rippled about the creature as its head
exploded all over the place.
Gurgles and Clicks could be heard from all over as the King belowed
"you have proven yourself worthy human come forth and be recognised"
two offical looking Sahuagin lead him up to the Sahuagin King who
waited with two items.

"For your courage" : offers him suit of strange plate mail: :he takes it
lowering his head slightly: ..."For your Persistance" ..: offers a Helm
made out of some creatures skull: :accepts it lowering head once more: .
To his surprise the plate weighed allmost nothing and shimmered with
magic ..the helm looked manacing and felt comfortable and magic to the
touch.
"You may go and keep that Figurine also Human ...know also that you are
one with us as an ally should you need our help..my warriors will escort
you to surface outside of the human city they call ...Stormreach".

After reading for the journey they asended to the surface ..Kirath thinking
to himself ..my my ..some tales to tell ..some tales to tell..then again
I had best find Vana and get on with it.
They reached the surface ..the Sahuagin Warriors waved with their scaley
hands then dived below returning to their city ; Kirath swam to the shore
lugging a box which floated along with him ... by the time he reached the
shore he was exhausted.

Night had fallen over Stormreach as a robed and cloaked figure stood over
him and spoke softly..with the tone of winters chill .."You have done ..
well...human...now find her..".
Kirath lifted his head a moment to catch a glimpse of the figure ..which
had allready vanished into thin air ....grinning to himself he lugged the
chest out of the water and aquired some fresh clothing out of a basket left
outside someones house.

A warm bed had never looked better when he arrived at an inn ..keeping
to himself and being cautious about his belongings in his chest ..he
ordered a meal and an ale then retired for the night...

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A Green Destiny Part IV : The Journey to Knighthood Part I

The day found Kirath as he woke from his slumber ..daylight pouring
through the facets of a stain glassed window in his room at the inn ;
the sounds of patrons downstairs could be faintly heard as he noticed
a scroll sitting upon his armour :raising an eyebrow slowly standing:.
He wearily read the scroll to himself ..wondering how it appeared there
..

Welcome to Stormreach Knight Aspirant ,

Vana awaits you downstairs ...Guard her with
your life ...Serve us well and you will be
considered for the Order..Your payment is
within your gold pouch.
A Servant of the Order will be keeping a close
eye on you ..any betrayal and they will not
find you Skyborn..time will prove your loyalty
..not simply your sword.

- Marion

:folds it up and puts it to candle ..it blazes as
he tosses it out the window:

A soldier walked through the street as the flaming
scroll floated down ..putting his hand on his sword
a moment ..then shaking his head looking up to the
window..and continued walking.
Seated in a dark corner of the tavern the Cleric
Vana awaited as merchants and adventurers talked
and drunk merrily to the sound of a Bards Lute and
of a Tale of high adventure.

Strapping on his armour and gathering his belongings
he desended downstairs until he came into full
view of Vana.
Having been informed of his appearance Vana waved to him
gesturing for him to come over ; he turned his head left
and right then walked up to her bowing slightly before
her intoning in an offical manner as best as he could.

"My lady are you by chance Vana" he asked the look of
of a lion assessing its prey ..."Yes Kirath ..I am..
:extends hand: ..Kirath stares at it a moment ..then
proceeds to try and kiss it.
A thundering punch lands upon his nose as he feels his
brain pressing against his skull ; allmost being knocked
out from the powerfull yet beautiful woman.

"Fool .thats your first lesson ..dont be fooled so easily
..now to your duties :Kirath wipes the blood clean his eyes
meancing to behold ..he could have drawn his sword in an
instant ..but looked to the inn folk...as Vana's eyes
looked at him then to the crowd: ..."Well it seems you do
have some intelligence in there Warrior ..but we will have
to work on a few things ...im satisfied for now :standing:.

"Come let us begone from this place" Vana explained moving
toward the door ...Kirath Following her sniffing a few times
..regaining his composure as a one-eyed sailor fell upon the
ground laughing himself silly watching the scene.
Kirath muttering under his breath "Whats next am I to do Wench
shows standing on tables" ..as they both walked out into the
street together the sounds of "get your trinkets ..get your fine
trinkets for sale" ...merchant hawkers speils coming from
every direction in the City of Stormreach.

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A Green Destiny Part IV : The Journey to Knighthood Part II

Vana stroked his face with her hand ... "Now my fine warrior do as Vrandoth
commands ..Seek work with Kolg ...and Make a scout into the Tangleroot
gorge at some point..Take kolg with you two ..three are better than one yes..
:smiling and turning:".
Kirath intoned sternly "But of course my Lady" turning away adorning his
helm his shield tied to his back ..his blade sheathed away in his scabbard..
he had been in many battles by Vana's side seeking to impress her ..and he
had achieved that thinking back on the countless incursions into Kobold and
Hobgoblin territory.

As the months had passed the many battles he had fought had made him more
seasoned and in some respects wiser ..learning of the many traps that
enemies could lay to ensnare those who would pry.
Allready he was gaining a reputation with the Coin Lords and of House
Phiarlan completing many tasks some more difficult than others being
knee deep in battle with foes being healed by Vana as she called upon
the power of Vol in their darkest of hours.

Many items had he found amoung the broken remains of his enemies as he
became more and more accustomed to seeing his enemies driven before him
from the thundering swings of his scimitar striking true upon them.
Through many battles had he fought even side by side with the mighty
Kolg as they struggled against casters of powerfull magic ..and earth
elementals moving about with their thundering steps and their crushing
weight.

Indeed battle and glory has come to this one driven from his homelands
by the will of fate ..into this land ...this Xen'drik ..a place of
danger ..and of great riches to be had for the taking.
His desire grew as the months passed for woman and for gold as he moved
from tavern to tavern after fighting bloody battles ...cooling off the
day with the taste of a fine ale ..sometimes with Kolg as they recounted
their exploits to the sound of the bards that played and the Adventurers
that listened all in those fleeting moments of Glory and the passions that
burned within.