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[CAP Ireland]

Seeing Moon and Glimmer enter, Elrond approached Moon first.


''I know that you did not ask for this, but as you were gracious towards us I would see you repaid.'' Elrond pulled a circlet from his robes and handed it to Moon ''You may not be an elf by nature, but you have an elven heart. This circlet, when worn, will bestow on you elf like senses. I am sure it will do you well.''


Moving back to the table Elrond pulled a cloth off a second armor set.


''I foresaw that you would need this, Glimmer. it may not be much, but I thought it best that it be just an alternate attire you might want to use in times of need. Like all eleven items, it is light and flexible and whilst it's enchantment is not as grand as some of the others, it's ability to gather magical energies around should be of great benefit.'' Elrond smiled at this armour. The smiths had taken their time with this piece, forcing the enchantment to take root.





''What about my bow, arrows, quiver and sword?'' asked Toxin.


''I had not forgotten.'' Elrond said, almost spitting the words out as Toxin's greed reared it ugly head.


''Your items are on the table.'' he gestured to them with his hand.


''As for the arrows, the quiver can hold 50, so it shall be filled before your departure.


The quiver is but a holder and had no enchantment on it.


The bow, although unimpressive, has an impressive enchantment. It cannot be broken. Draw it all you want, it will not break. This also makes it a viable option for hand to hand combat as, no matter what cuts it, it will not break.


The sword will, of course, glow when orcs are near but, additionally, it will disperse the vibrations of impacts upon it.''


Clearly, Toxin was confused by that last part.


''It won't hurt your hand when it's hit.''


Toxin walked towards the weapons and lifted the sword in his right hand and the bow in his left.


''Not bad.'' he said, a smirk on his face.


''I should think so. Does anyone wish for some alterations to be made to their equipment? or perhaps some new pieces? The smiths could make a piece or two whilst the furnaces are still warm.''

 

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"Isn't it?" He replied with glee, holding the dagger up to the light. It's point was fine and the edge keen. He put it in his belt and picked up the grappling hook. "And an invisible grappling hook. Sharp point too. I'd say this could re-invent warfare. Your people truly are artisans of art and magic my lord."


He wrapped the rope and attached it to his belt as well. Now he felt he was ready for a war. He walked by Toxin, full armed and ready.


"Ready to move on your command...leader." He smiled at that. Feeling surprised he felt proud to call Toxin a leaders role.


Hearing Elrond's request, an idea sprang to mind.


"Actually yes my lord. To put it in simple terms, I need a mask. Be it a helmet, a full face or an eye cover."

 

[CAP Ireland]

''I'm not the bloody leader! Hell no. Sure, I started out on this quest, but I don't think we need a leader. We work well together, so let's keep things democratic.'' Toxin loaded up on the weapons, fitting each to a specific place. He also motioned to an elf to fill his quiver.


An elf guard did so and offered arrows to Moon and Talvin.


Paton stripped down and began putting on the armor. When done, he stood, moving and stretching in the armor. He lifted the sword once more and placed it in it's sheath. He liked this new attire.


Elrond heard Talvins request.


''Would you mind being a little more specific? Our smiths prefer specifics.''





Toxin looked at Talvin, then at Elron.


''He wants an eye thingy. I'm the one with the mask, Paton has a helmet, so he can have the eye thing.''

 

[Shadow]

Moon's eyes widened. "Thank you, my lord! I'm very honored." He said, taking the circlet and looking at it closely. Unable to resist, he put it on and looked around the hall. "This is really cool." He said. He took it off reverently and held it close, as if to protect it.


Glimmer went over and ran her hand over the armor. "That is very generous and thoughtful of you. Thank you." She said quietly. She noticed Paton begin to get his armor on, quickly looking away when he stripped. She picked up her armor and looked at all of the males in the room. She sighed and went behind one of the pillars where she could be out of view and changed into the armor. She bundled up her other clothes and went back to the table. She twisted and stretched, enjoying armor that finally fit her perfectly.

 

[CAP Ireland]

As he told a guard to inform the smiths about the new piece for Talvin, Elrond turned to see Glimmer in her new armor.


''Do you like it?'' he asked.

 

[Shadow]

Glimmer looked up quickly, surprised that Elrond cared whether or not she liked her armor. "Yes, thank you. It's very nice. I was wondering though....How do I draw magic to through the suit? Does it draw magic on its own or is there something I need to say or do?" She asked, wanting to make sure she could use the armor properly when it came down to it.

 

[CAP Ireland]

''I'm told that, after you are done using magic the armor will begin to absorb as much magic as it can, helping you regenerate faster.'' Elrond said.


(-Regeneration starts 2 turns after your last spell cast. The regeneration rate is 10 mana per turn. So if Glimmer cast a 200 mana spell [YOLO] and then was able to survive 22 turns, shes back to full mana [and a turn is every attack/defend between the two sides-)


An elf ran up with three items on a tray.


The first was a mask.


The second a helmet.


And the third was another helmet.


''Take your pick. All three have an alteration of the enchantment Moon's circlet has, due to the short notice. All three allow you to focus on a single sense and enhance it to an elven level.'' Elrond took the tray from the guard and presented it to Talvin.


''Take your pick. If any of the others would like one you are welcome to it.''

 

[Reaper.44]

Talvin looked like he really couldnt decide. But in all essence, he needed something hard for his head, and concealable for his face. Picking up the second piece (the metal helmet), he placed it over his head and felt it fit perfectly.


"You've given me more than I expected Elrond," He said with gratitude. "I know you made a deal with Toxin, but I aim to repay this boon someday. That's a promise."


Now all he wondered was how hard a hit could the thing take without breaking.

 

[CAP Ireland]

''Well, soon I would hope that you could replay all your debts. Erebor's caverns run deep, and they are all filled with gold.'' Elrond smiled. He did not care for the gold, but raising Talvin's hopes with the promise of it was ...fun.


''Now, I understand that you need to go and call your smuggler. If you wished you can have an armed guard accompany you to the tunnels.''

 

[Reaper.44]

"If we did that, then half of the camp would have noticed that and questions would have arisen. Maybe with the wrong kind of people too." Talvin replied, making sure he has everything. He turned to Toxin. "Elrond is right though. If we're to get to the camp before nightfall, we've got a long road ahead to trek."

 

[CAP Ireland]

''Well then, lets go.'' Toxin walked over to Elrond and bowed to him.


''Thank you for your hospitality.''


Elrond bowed his head a little.


''May your quest be fruitful. We have prepared lembas bread and other long lasting foods for you. Please, take what you like.''


Paton walked over to Elrond and shook his hand.


Shaking his hand back, Elrond whispered in Patons ear.


''I pray that, when you're done, you return to us Ulmo. Dark times are coming. You are needed.''


Toxin and Paton went to the guards and took about two dozen lembas bread parcels, some meaty parcels and then some shriveled fruit.


Paton grabbed handfuls of everything and stuffed them wherever he could. He was not happy about leaving before dinner, but this would satisfy his hunger for now.

 

[Reaper.44]

Talvin followed suit, receiving his supplies from the guards and staying behind Toxin and Paton. Feeling exhilarated about a new journey with a whole new future for him, he set out with his new fellowship. Armed with new knowledge as well. Hopefully, he could talk to Toxin when he had a chance after they were out of earshot from Elrond and the rest of his ilk.

 

[CAP Ireland]

Toxin and Paton turned to Talvin, waiting for him to take the lead.


''Well come on, I don't know the bloody way!'' said Toxin.

 

[Shadow]

Moon paid Elrond his respects and gathered his share of the supplies. He took one last look around, slightly sad to be leaving but still excited for the adventure ahead.


Glimmer thanked Elrond and grabbed her share of the supplies as well. She threw her cloak on over the new armor and followed the others, glad to be on their way again.

 

[Reaper.44]

Talvin smirked. "Could have said something sooner. Ok, we should reach a bridge over two-joint falls in a coupe of hours if we head North-west, then at some point go off road cross-country. Don't worry, I'll know where to turn."


With that, he walked ahead of the group, following the road he planned on the map. As long as they didnt run into any trouble, they would reach their destination a bit before nightfall. If they do, they'll have to camp and wait for first light before heading towards it. The men hired to guard the entrance were a bit jumpy now and then.

 

[CAP Ireland]

Toxin and Paton followed after him.


Paton, excited to pass over not one, but two waterfalls, looked back to check on Moon and Glimmer.


Elrond watched them leave and motioned guards to secretly go with them, but not to be seen.


Returning to his chambers, he brought forward a basin of liquid. Standing above it, he touched the surface with his hand. Suddenly, a variety of images appeared. In them he could see what each of the fellowship members saw...through their armour.


He smiled. Even if they failed, he would still win.

 

[Shadow]

Moon tuned out the directions Talvin was talking about and continued to look around at the scenery. He looked forward just as Paton looked back at him and Glimmer. He grinned, feeling slightly giddy.


Glimmer smiled at Paton, hoping her teasing him earlier was forgiven. She transferred her wand from it hiding place inside her clothes to it's usual place in her belt. She chuckled inwardly at how childly thrilled Moon was. She found it harder to read the others, by she was sure trying.

 

[CAP Ireland]

The ventured on until, according to Talvin, they were close to the camp.

 

[Reaper.44]

After a number of hours from the waterfalls, a number of burnt trees were on the side of the path. One of the was torn down for safety, but it was easy enough to remember the waypoint.


"Ok, here. We follow the burn marks ever 5 trees east of here, then we should find the place."


Leading the group while the sun was beginning to set, Talvin lead the group further and further into the wood, until he saw it. A secluded platform fixed on some of the branches. A marksman suddenly saw them and before he could raise his bow, Talvin pulled a purse out and jiggled it to let the sound of coins echo. "We'll be paying the toll to the gatekeeper."


"I'd be the gate keeper!" He said eagerly.


"No. You're not."


Disappointed, he gestured them to move along and after 5 minutes more walking, made made tents and houses were in view, with what looked like makeshift stalls and a tavern.


"Ok," Talvin said turning to the group. "Some of the people here know me from business deals, so let me do the talking and nobody will trouble you. And for the love of all that is holy, you see a fight or anything like that, stay the hell out of it."

 

[CAP Ireland]

''But come on, the new gear needs to be tested out somehow!'' Toxin unsheathed his sword and held it up to his eye, admiring the craftsmanship.


Paton nodded is head. He did dent fight anyway, he just won.

 

[Shadow]

Moon mimed zipping his mouth and tying his weapons in their sheath then wrapped his arms around himself, showing that he wasn't going to cause trouble. He grinned at Talvin then looked around at the houses silently.


Glimmer frowned. "Exactly what kind of people are these? I mean, they seem like money and power hungry, untrusting, violent weirdos. I could be wrong of course, but I just want to make sure we can actually trust your friend....We can trust him, can't we?" She asked, looking back toward where the marksman was.

 

[Reaper.44]

"We can test them on our soon-to-be-skinned friend after we've passed through here." He said to Toxin as he himself rested his hand on the sword hilt under his cloak. He turned to Glimmer with her question. "Well, you're half-right. Some of these thugs are thieves from some corners of the continent looking to pawn off their goods. Others come here for hiring men for other endeavors. This used to be a hidden outpost for the wildmen of Dunmar before the fall of the Witch King. Some warlord set it up, I forget it's name, but since the enemy didnt find it, highwaymen and other lowlifes use it to resupply and fence their goods."


He turned to face the tavern and gave a smile to himself. "Don't worry, I trust him enough to get us there, much less rat us out."


Leading the group to the tavern, he threw a few coins to the barman and two mugs of ale were served. Gesturing everyone to a free table, he quickly sat down and took a sip of his ale, keeping a free hand on the other to keep people from drinking. "Just role with it."


At first the place seemed quiet with murmurs and talk, until Talvin suddenly broke into song.


Now we are ready head for the horn! Way hey roll and go...( [media]



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Soon a number of men joined him and within the chorus, a man dressed in leather and a strange hat walked up to him. A hobbit of all things. Met Talvin by the eye and snatched up the ale and took a large gulp. "By my feet Marius, you did not loose your touch!"


"Hello Sprat," Talvin replied with a hint of joy. "how's the misses?"


"Bonne thanks! Old Hanken from back East hasnt made a move so I can assume the hint was taken." He laughed at his own comment. "Who're your friends?"

 

[CAP Ireland]

''I'm Toxin and the blue thing over there is Paton.'' Toxin nodded at Paton as he mentioned him.


Paton walked forward and knelt down until he was helmet to face with the hobbit. It was a small thing. He pated it on the head.

 

[Shadow]

Moon looked at Talvin then at the hobbit. "Um, hello. I'm Gavin." He reached out his hand for a hand shake, bending over so the hobbit would be able to reach his hand better.


Glimmer choked with surprise then coughed uncontrollably, covering her mouth with her hand. "Glimmer." She choked out, still recovering from her coughing spell. She took a deep breath and put her hands down. "My name is Glimmer." She said calmly when she fully recovered. She gave Talvin a look that said, 'a little warning next time?'. She smiled sweetly at the hobbit hoping she hadn't insulted him.

 

[Reaper.44]

As soon as Paton's hand touched the Hobbit, both him and Talvin's looks darkened. They shared glances when Glimmer coughed. "First time being here, and Paton's...well he's unique." Talvin gave a look to Paton that probably meant 'DONT', but thankfully when Moon offered his hand for a handshake, the Hobbit's mood lightened slightly.


"Well at least this one has nicer methods of greeting." He said bluntly before shaking the hand. "Bartholomew Sprat at your service. Tavern keeper and voice of authority of our hidden getaway!"


"Come again?" Talvin said in surprise.


"Aye! When I got here and set up my business and such I made enough to make a bar. Then it built up with the right connections. Now I run this joint. Oh, and dont worry about the fee, you be good in my books for a while."


"Actually Bart, that's why we're here. That time together we had, I need to call in that favour."


Bart turned to Talvin with a somewhat worried look. "You on the run?"


"Still am, all things considered, but nobody is after me presently. This is more heading to somewhere. In the strictest of confidence."


He nodded at first and gestured a number of armed thuggish people to stand by and keep others away.


"Ok, follow me to my office." He said, leading Talvin as he gestured the rest of the group to follow. "But if one of them so much as-"


"I'll vouch for them Bart." Talvin said quickly. "How's the misses by the way?"


"Oh she'd be baking me a second tike she is!"