Point of view: Crenna
Main character: Crenna
Major participant: Racquel
Major participant: Aldwyn
Major participant: Santino
Participant: Carlia
Participant: Phyl
Passerby: Marcus
Crenna and Aldwyn return from time travelling to find many things have changed...
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The Northern Gate of Mayene
The massive north gate is heavily guarded. Tall iron portcullises protect
the city from attack, and small murder holes above the gate are barely
visible. A small alley leads off to the west, and looks to lead to seedier
parts of town. Tall towers dominate the view of the city to the south. The
stone road here is worn smooth.
[ obvious exits: N S ]
An oil lamp, set in a steel cage, hangs from a high wooden pole.
A stout wooden barrel stands nearby.
A gleeman is here, wearing a cloak of different colored patches.
|1|.A Tairen bloodstock stallion stands here, tail swaying with the breeze.
Racquel A'Hara, Wisdom of the South is standing here.
Lord Aldwyn Cuebiyar a'Ayende is standing here.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
salute aldwyn
Crenna salutes him.
Aldwyn snaps to attention and salutes Crenna.
Aldwyn smiles at Crenna.
Crenna says 'Reporting for Duty, my Lord.'
smile aldwyn
Crenna smiles at him.
Racquel hops on top of the barrel and smoothes her skirts.
Racquel crosses her legs and begins cleaning her nails.
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A young woman with long, straight, brown hair and emerald eyes is here.
She absently plays with a small silver chain around her neck.
Crenna says 'How are you today, Wisdom?'
Aldwyn says 'Just stretching out some kinks before I decide what to get up to today.'
Racquel says flatly, 'I'm fine.'
Crenna looks at Racquel and shrugs slightly.
Crenna turns to Aldwyn.
Crenna says 'Have you seen Lord Du Lis about? I have yet to start my combat training with him.'
Racquel raises an eyebrow.
Racquel turns her attention to Aldwyn, 'Lord Lieutenant. I have an urgent need for nightsbane. Perhaps you can arrange some fresh samples for me?'
Aldwyn starts rotating at the waist, "I believe he went with Lucie to the north recently. Should be back any day though."
Aldwyn looks to Racquel.
Aldwyn says 'Nightsbane, eh?'
Racquel nods at Aldwyn.
Racquel says 'That's the one.'
Crenna says 'I think I once saw some near Tear.'
Crenna thinks.
Racquel turns towards Crenna.
Racquel says 'Then perhaps you would be a good girl, and fetch me some?'
Racquel says 'And mind to bring the whole root.'
Racquel turns back to her nails.
Aldwyn says 'I think I know a few areas it grows.'
Crenna says 'I suppose if it's too difficult for you and you need a soldier to get it.'
Racquel says 'That would be excellent.'
Aldwyn looks at Racquel.
Aldwyn looks at Crenna.
Aldwyn whispers to you, 'No blood.'
Aldwyn says 'I'll return shortly.'
Aldwyn leaves north.
Crenna looks to the North and sighs slightly.
Racquel holds her hand out in front of her face, inspecting her work.
Racquel purses her lips in thought.
Racquel begins work on her other hand.
Crenna looks at Racquel.
Racquel glances around.
Racquel murmurs, 'It's getting dark.'
Racquel frowns towards the gate.
Crenna doesn't look concerned.
Crenna says 'Did you need a lantern, Wisdom?'
Crenna looks at Racquel.
Racquel says flatly, 'I'll be fine thankyou.'
Santino calls for the gate to be opened.
Santino has arrived from the north, riding a |2|.gray palfrey.
salute santino
Crenna salutes him.
Racquel lifts her hand palm up, concentrating.
Racquel pauses.
Santino snaps to attention and salutes grandly.
Racquel lowers her hand.
Santino smiles happily.
Crenna smiles happily.
Racquel beams a smile at Santino.
Crenna says 'It's good to see you, Santino.'
Santino whispers something to Racquel.
Racquel says 'Hello, m'Lord.'
Santino says 'You as well Squadman Crenna.'
Santino smiles happily.
Racquel feigns a look of shock.
Santino nods agreeably.
Santino says 'Wisdom.'
Racquel shakes her head at Santino.
Racquel murmurs, 'Too messy.'
Carlia calls for the gate to be opened.
A Mayene gatekeeper unlocks the Northgate.
A Mayene gatekeeper opens the Northgate.
Carlia has arrived from the north, riding a |3|.bloodstock stallion.
Phyl has arrived from the north.
Crenna smiles happily.
Santino looks at Carlia.
Carlia head in greeting to Crenna.
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Curly blonde hair frames the pale face of this woman. Deep blue eyes set
above a small angular nose and full lips lend a look of innocence to her
round face. Short with a lithe build she is the epitome of petite.
Santino says 'You bonding this one Carlia?'
Santino points at Phyl.
Crenna says 'Aes Sedai, it is good to see you again.'
Carlia shakes her head.
Crenna says 'And Phyl, once again thank you for your donations for the Feast.'
Carlia says 'The pleasure is mine '
Phyl says 'a pleasure to assist m'lady'
Crenna smiles happily.
Phyl offers a formal bow.
Carlia says 'Lord Santino, where would be the appropriate place to open a gateway in this city?'
Santino says 'Inside?'
Santino says 'or in Mayene?'
Carlia says 'In Mayene'
Crenna says 'Your business is of course your own, but if you would like me to direct you to any of the services our city has to offer, I would be happy to show you. Perhaps I can show you to a Serene Park?'
Santino says 'North west south of here.'
Carlia nods in agreement.
Carlia says 'My thanks'
Santino says 'I'm sorry.'
Santino says 'It used to be at the Serene Park.'
Santino says 'But after Tar Valon was banished from Mayene for two years, a few things were changed.'
Phyl ponders life, the universe, and everything.
Carlia nods in agreement.
Crenna says 'I would be happy to take you to the new location, Carlia Sedai, if you like. Or it's as the directions Lord Du Lis gave you.'
Crenna curtseys deeply.
Aldwyn has arrived from the north, riding a |4|.bloodstock stallion.
Carlia says 'I believe I can find it. I shall return momentarily.'
Carlia leaves north riding a bloodstock stallion.
Phyl leaves north.
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A gleam of sapphire blue flashes as he casually brushes dark hair from his
eyes, his broad shoulders amidst his lean figure reveal the hidden strength
of discipline. A rougish grin there that distracts you, and he is gone.
Aldwyn gives a handful of dark blue juniper berries to Racquel.
Aldwyn gives a black belladonna berry to Racquel.
Aldwyn gives a section of red and yellow sunburst root to Racquel.
Aldwyn gives a sack of green ivy to Racquel.
Aldwyn gives a sprig of green nightsbane to Racquel.
Aldwyn says 'I got the nightsbane then figured I'd gather the other things I saw along the way.'
Racquel eyes the herbs carefully.
smile aldwyn
Crenna smiles at him.
Racquel says 'I suppose these will have to do.'
Racquel says 'My thanks, m'Lord.'
Carlia has arrived from the north, riding a |4|.bloodstock stallion.
Phyl has arrived from the north.
Crenna whispers to Aldwyn 'You can bet if I had gotten them she would have said I had ruined them somehow.'
smile carlia
Crenna smiles at her.
Carlia smiles at Crenna.
Crenna says 'I will return in a moment with refreshments.'
Crenna salutes.
-+-
The Northern Gate of Mayene
The massive north gate is heavily guarded. Tall iron portcullises protect
the city from attack, and small murder holes above the gate are barely
visible. A small alley leads off to the west, and looks to lead to seedier
parts of town. Tall towers dominate the view of the city to the south. The
stone road here is worn smooth.
[ obvious exits: N S ]
An oil lamp, set in a steel cage, hangs from a high wooden pole.
A stout wooden barrel stands nearby.
Phyl of Tarabon is standing here.
Carlia Al'Dai is standing here, riding a |1|.bloodstock stallion.
Lord Aldwyn Cuebiyar a'Ayende is standing here, riding a |2|.bloodstock stallion.
An Elite Winged Guard stands here, defending his country with his life.
Lord Santino Du Lis, General of Mayene is standing here, riding a |3|.gray palfrey.
|4|.A Tairen bloodstock stallion stands here, tail swaying with the breeze.
Racquel A'Hara, Wisdom of the South is standing here.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
Carlia puts a map fragment of a part of Kinslayer's Dagger in a small purse.
Crenna walks in carrying a tray.
Carlia smiles at Crenna.
Crenna gives a choice steak to Santino.
Racquel nods at Santino.
Crenna gives a choice steak to Aldwyn.
Aldwyn says 'Our duties are quite varied, Wisdom.'
Crenna gives a choice steak to Carlia.
Crenna gives a choice steak to Phyl.
Crenna gives a choice steak to Racquel.
Phyl thanks Crenna heartily.
Phyl bows before Crenna.
Carlia says 'Thank You.'
Carlia tastes a little bit of a choice steak.
Crenna gives a cup to Carlia.
Racquel raises her eyebrows at the steak.
Crenna gives a cup to Racquel.
Racquel tastes a little bit of a choice steak.
Crenna gives a chunk of cheese to Carlia.
Carlia sips from the cup.
Aldwyn whispers something to Santino.
Santino eats a choice steak.
Carlia tastes a little bit of a chunk of cheese.
Santino nods at Aldwyn.
Racquel eats a choice steak.
Carlia says 'It is all very delicious.'
Carlia puts a water skin on her belt.
Racquel sniffs the cup.
Crenna says 'Forgive me, my Lords, if you would like a drink, please let me know what you would prefer? I am not sure if you are on duty or not.'
Crenna nibbles a little bit of the shank.
sip cup
It tastes like hot, bitter tea.
Racquel murmurs, 'I see the First is encouraging her Guard to have multiple career options...'
Aldwyn says 'I am fine, Carlia shared some water with me in Tear.'
Racquel sips from the cup.
Crenna smiles happily.
Carlia beams a smile at Aldwyn.
Aldwyn says 'We prefer to think of it as a multi-faceted career, Racquel'
Crenna says 'Now, Carlia, if you would be more comfortable, I could show you our Tavern, The Dancing Badger. '
Crenna says softly, 'Or just good manners.'
Carlia says 'I actually must be leaving shortly.'
Crenna says 'My apology, Carlia Sedai.'
Crenna says 'Of course.'
Santino frowns.
Carlia says 'I wished to stop in Mayene on my way to the Stedding in the Spine of the World.'
Carlia says 'I must meet with the Ogier.'
Aldwyn nods in agreement.
Crenna whispers to Carlia 'My apology Aes Sedai. I didn't mean to address you so informally. What happens at the Feast....stays at the Feast.'
Santino looks thoughtful.
Santino says 'Stedding eh?'
Aldwyn whispers something to Santino.
Carlia nods at Crenna.
Aldwyn whispers something to Santino.
Santino says 'Good place to ambush a Sedai.'
Santino says 'Be careful there Carlia.'
Aldwyn nods at Santino.
Aldwyn says 'Although I don't think many would have the nerve in front of the Ogier.'
Carlia says 'I am far from helpless, but thank you Lord Santino for your advice. '
Carlia nods at Aldwyn.
Carlia says 'Ogier are fierce when angry.'
Phyl says 'I will watch her back, of course'
Phyl beams a smile at Carlia.
Santino looks at Phyl.
Santino says 'Ah'
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A tall man, dressed in faded finery with ink blotches all over it. He
pushes a pair of spectacles up his nose as he regards you with inquisitive,
clear, blue eyes. His unkempt black hair flies madly as he returns to his
book.
Santino raises his eyebrows and nods slowly.
Aldwyn looks at Phyl.
sip cup
It tastes like hot, bitter tea.
Aldwyn says 'A soldier are you?'
Crenna nibbles a little bit of the shank.
Carlia tastes a little bit of a choice steak.
Carlia eats a choice steak.
Phyl says 'out of necessity'
Carlia drinks hot, bitter tea from a cup.
Carlia drinks hot, bitter tea from a cup.
Phyl says 'the things I do to have a look at the White Tower's library'
Phyl grins at Carlia.
Carlia grins at Phyl.
Aldwyn chuckles politely.
Carlia says 'Perhaps we shall return after I meet with the Ogier.'
Aldwyn says 'I do not laugh at you, my friend, just that many a man has tried various tactics to sneak peeks within the Tower.'
Carlia says 'Lord Santino, Lord Aldwyn, Crenna. Stay safe.'
Carlia smiles happily.
Santino nods in agreement.
Phyl says 'sneak? '
Carlia says 'May the Light Illumine you all.'
Santino assumes an offensive striking posture.
Phyl looks scandalized.
Racquel drinks hot, bitter tea from a cup.
Racquel drinks hot, bitter tea from a cup.
Carlia leaves north riding a bloodstock stallion.
Phyl leaves north.
Carlia has arrived from the north, riding a |5|.bloodstock stallion.
Phyl has arrived from the north.
Crenna says 'I hope to see you again soon, Aes Sedai and Phyl.'
Carlia gives you a cup.
Aldwyn eats a choice steak.
Phyl grins at Carlia.
Phyl says 'like the wind she is'
Carlia says 'I do not wish to steal your cup.'
Racquel purses her lips.
Phyl winks at Carlia.
Crenna nods her head slightly.
Aldwyn gives a strange, insectoid helm to Santino.
Carlia says 'Thank you again for the refreshments'
Racquel says 'Perhaps with all this providing food and drink, I have found my new apprentice?'
Racquel tilts her head.
Carlia leaves north riding a bloodstock stallion.
Phyl leaves north.
Racquel looks Crenna up and down.
Crenna says 'Are you done with your cup, Racquel? If so I might as take it as well.'
Crenna says 'Sorry, I mean Wisdom.'
Racquel looks into her cup.
Crenna frowns slightly.
Racquel says 'Yes, I suppose I am.'
Racquel gives you a cup.
Crenna says 'Excuse me, my Lords.'
-+-
The Dancing Badger
This busy tavern is a large room, with rows of tables and chairs, battered
and beaten from years of constant use and abuse. The smell of stout ale
fills the tavern, and the place looks like it hasn't been cleaned in years.
All sorts of ruffians and lowlife visit this establishment, and it seems to
have been the site of several recent fights, judging by the bloodstains on
the floor. Illumination is provided by cracked lanterns.
[ obvious exits: W ]
An Elite Winged Guard stands here, defending his country with his life.
A drunken fool staggers in no particular direction.
Weary and coated in dust, a merchant stands here.
A grand master of the guild ambles by with confidence.
A merchant guard eyes you warily, intent on keeping order.
A merchant guard eyes you warily, intent on keeping order.
A bartender serves customers with a greedy smile.
Santino has arrived from the west.
Santino says 'Crenna.'
Santino says 'Let me borrow you a moment.'
Crenna says 'Of course.'
Crenna now follows Santino.
Santino gestures towards the front door with his thumb.
Santino says 'All of that bowing and scraping just now.'
Santino says 'Care to explain that?'
Crenna says 'She is Aes Sedai and I am trying to ensure our relations are good.'
A drunken fool hiccups.
A drunken fool says 'Bah! Stop talking about them.'
A drunken fool says 'You trying to bring trouble around here!'
Santino frowns.
Santino says 'We have no relationship with Tar Valon.'
Crenna says 'I met her at the Feast and also thought that perhaps we could even--'
Crenna says 'Oh?'
Crenna says 'I did notice you didn't use an honorific when addressing her.'
Crenna frowns slightly.
Santino says 'I personally killed many Aes Sedai and Gaidin and Accepted and Novices, AND banished those Tar Valon from Mayene.'
Santino says 'Now with that being said.'
Santino says 'Understand, you may do as you wish in all things.'
Santino says 'But I never want to see a Winged Guard bow and scrape to those little cats ever again.'
Crenna says 'I...try to make any guest besides Defenders and Wanted people feel welcome here.'
Santino nods in agreement.
Santino says 'You have a beautiful voice.'
A mumbling lunatic has arrived from the west.
Santino says 'Use that'
Santino says 'You realize you curtsied to her yes?'
Santino frowns.
Santino shakes his head.
Crenna says 'Indeed. As you say, my Lord.'
salute santino
Crenna salutes him.
Santino sighs loudly.
Crenna says 'Of course, she is of higher standing than I. My parents would have curtsied to her as well.'
Santino grinds his teeth audibly.
Freja sur Tayna has arrived from the west.
Santino says 'No one is of a higher station than you. Other than other Winged Guard. And the First.'
Santino says 'You should take some time and ask yourself why we're at war.'
Santino says 'And see how it goes against that idealism you just spouted.'
Santino shrugs helplessly.
Santino says 'You may do as you wish.'
Crenna says 'This is the first I'm learning of this.'
Santino says 'But do not scrape and bow to them around me please. You are a higher rank than anyone here.'
Santino says 'Other than other Winged Guard of course.'
Crenna says 'I will remember that, my Lord.'
Crenna frowns slightly but nods.
Crenna is now a member of Santino's group.
Santino has disbanded the group.
Crenna stops following Santino.
Santino nods in agreement.
Santino leaves west.
-+- then ooc and sparring fun
The Northern Gate of Mayene
The massive north gate is heavily guarded. Tall iron portcullises protect
the city from attack, and small murder holes above the gate are barely
visible. A small alley leads off to the west, and looks to lead to seedier
parts of town. Tall towers dominate the view of the city to the south. The
stone road here is worn smooth.
[ obvious exits: N S ]
A dirty rock lies here. [2]
An oil lamp, set in a steel cage, hangs from a high wooden pole.
A stout wooden barrel stands nearby.
Marcus of the Borderlands is standing here.
Racquel A'Hara, Wisdom of the South is standing here.
Lord Aldwyn Cuebiyar a'Ayende is standing here, riding a |1|.bloodstock stallion.
Lord Santino Du Lis, General of Mayene is standing here, riding a |2|.gray palfrey.
|3|.A Tairen bloodstock stallion stands here, tail swaying with the breeze.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
Santino claps Marcus on the back.
Marcus says 'Greetings Lord Santino'
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Marcus is in excellent condition.
Santino says 'How are you Marcus?'
Marcus says 'I am well.'
Santino says 'Ok so someone said they wanted to smob?'
Racquel shrugs helplessly.
Crenna says 'It's good to see you again, Marcus.'
Racquel says 'I can for a bit.'
Crenna says 'It is late for me and I should turn in.'
Marcus says 'And you Crenna'
smile marcus
Crenna smiles at him.
Aldwyn nods at Crenna.
Crenna says '(2:26 am so off to bed)'
Crenna says 'I do hope to see all of you more often.'
Racquel says '(lame!)'
Crenna says '(<3)'
Racquel winks suggestively at Crenna.
Crenna says 'As our duties allow, of course.'
Racquel leaves south.
Aldwyn stops following Santino.
Aldwyn starts following Crenna.
Aldwyn is now a member of your group.
Aldwyn says 'I'll catch up with the smob group shortly'
Racquel has arrived from the south, riding a |4|.gray palfrey.
Crenna looks curious then nods.
Crenna salutes.
Crenna says 'A good night to you all.'
Marcus says 'Good night'
-+-
Barracks of the Winged Guard
Simple beds line the walls of this large room. At the foot of each bed is a
sturdy wooden chest, and several beds have small tables beside them. The
walls are scantily decorated with yellowed maps and a few tattered crimson
streamers. An aging member of the Winged Guard sits on a nearby bed,
polishing a crimson breastplate engraved with a golden hawk. A large iron
furnace stands in the middle of room, although it appears to be relatively
unused.
Aldwyn smiles happily.
Crenna frowns but smiles at seeing you smile.
Aldwyn says 'You did fairly well against Santino tonight. I hope you're not too beat up.'
Crenna says 'Nothing that time and sleep won't heal. It felt good to practice.'
Crenna says 'Even if I could see some mistakes and knew that you two could see so many more.'
Aldwyn nods in agreement.
Crenna says 'But, I am very happy to learn.'
Aldwyn says 'We've all started from somewhere. Just have to pay attention and do your best to learn from the mistakes you see and what Santino tells you.'
Aldwyn says 'Couldn't have a better teacher.'
Crenna nods.
Aldwyn cups your cheek and smiles, "Why the frown just now though?"
Crenna says 'That fighting wasn't the only lesson I received today.'
Aldwyn says 'Oh?'
Crenna says 'I was called down by Lord Du Lis for curtseying to the Aes Sedai.'
Crenna says 'I explained that even my parents would curtsey to an Aes Sedai...and that I meant no offense.'
Aldwyn nods in agreement.
Crenna says 'I didn't know... as he put it...that we are at War.'
Aldwyn blinks his eyes innocently.
Aldwyn says 'He used that term?'
Crenna says 'He said, 'You should take some time and ask yourself why we're at war.''
Aldwyn ponders life, the universe, and everything.
Aldwyn says 'I wasn't even aware we are at war. It seems I may have to have a talk with him about things as well.'
Crenna says 'Yes I explained this is the first I've heard of it.'
Crenna says 'He said...'
Aldwyn says 'I will say that I would be courteous to Aes Sedai but perhaps leave off the curtsey for the time being.'
Crenna says 'He said, 'I never want to see a Winged Guard bow and scrape to those little cats ever again.''
Aldwyn says 'Interesting...'
Aldwyn says 'As he hasn't spoken to me about my bowing.'
Crenna says 'He also said I can do as I wish, so perhaps he means only when he is present.'
Aldwyn says 'It is your decision to make, but he and some of the others are still upset from the time Lady Berelain went to Tar Valon.'
Aldwyn says 'As the Aes Sedai refused to let us see her while she was there.'
Crenna says 'Was the First held against her will?'
Aldwyn says 'I will talk to him as time has passed and perhaps I can convince him to bury the hatchet finally.'
Aldwyn shakes his head.
Aldwyn says 'From what I heard upon my return she went on her own, but was kept away in a locked area of the Tower and any requests to see her were denied.'
Crenna says 'It's just to alienate all Aes Sedai based on the actions of a few and actions in the past? I would want to know what the First thinks...not that it's my place to know that.'
Aldwyn nods in agreement.
Aldwyn says 'Do not take it to heart to much, but perhaps in front of Santino at least drop the curtsey.'
Aldwyn winks suggestively at Crenna.
Crenna says 'Of course.'
Aldwyn says 'Anyway, you should get some rest, my peace.'
Crenna nods.
Crenna says 'Indeed.'
Aldwyn says 'You're training has started and you'll need the rest to heal properly.'
Crenna smiles happily.
Crenna says 'And to ensure I think sharply as well it seems.'
Aldwyn nods in agreement.