The incorrigible ramblings of Bakkus, 'That’s Me!' (Multi-part ramblings) ----&RPaward

[Bakkus]

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A chance encounter with Kitiara Sedai in Tear results in a journey to Tar Valon for some well-earned R&R.

Point of view: Bakkus Danan, Truth Sayer and one half of Elykus
Main Participant: Vala Galanis, Tower Accepted
Participants: Lady Kitiara Sedai
Participant: Astrid Mongain
Participant: Katene the Wearied Novice

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At Tear Centre Square

Bakkus says 'Well hello ladies.'

Astrid nods at you.

Astrid looks at you.

Kitiara grins wryly at the Gleeman, before glancing up to see Defender Bakkus entering the Square

Kitiara says 'Gleeman Astrid, would you go for a ride with me?'

Bakkus says 'Do so please Astrid you dont know what happens outside.'

Bakkus says 'Best keep your wits about ya.'

Astrid grins evilly.

The sun slowly sinks in the west, casting long shadows across the city. Starting tic timer.

Astrid says 'I think I will have to take my leave, and not get in strange carts with women I don't know'

Kitiara looks at you.

Kitiara says 'Just a ride outside the walls, nothing too far'

The night has begun.

Kitiara is in excellent condition.
Kitiara is healthy.

Kitiara is using:
<held> an oilstone
<worn on head> a camouflaged hood
<worn around neck> a shimmering pendant of obsidian
<worn around neck> a shimmering pendant of obsidian
<worn about body> a half-cape of silk-lined leather
<worn on hands> a pair of dark gloves
<worn around wrist> a jeweled wristcuff
<worn around wrist> a jeweled wristcuff
<wielded two-handed> a shocklance
<worn on legs> a pair of earthen colored breeches
<worn on feet> a black pair of silver-tooled boots

Bakkus attempts to peek at the inventory:
Bakkus can't see anything.

Astrid says 'Well if it's not too far'

Astrid gets a package of dried rations from an embroidered, cotton shoulder bag.

Bakkus waves.

Kitiara says 'not at all'

Astrid eats a package of dried rations.

Kitiara beckons Astrid to follow her.

Astrid says 'I'm gonna get myself killed one of these days'

Kitiara says 'Enjoy your day Defender.'

Astrid now follows Kitiara.

Kitiara leaves north riding a pale destrier.
Astrid leaves north.

Bakkus grins evilly.

Bakkus spits over his shoulder.


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Sometime later, Bakkus remembers all the good times (see above) that he has had with members of the White Tower and travels to Tar Valon for some well-earned rest and recuperation.

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Bakkus tries to move silently for a while.

Sails are lowered and sweeps steer the ship into Southharbor.

A gangplank is extended and Bakkus leaves the ship.

<Sneaky movements to Tower Square>

Tower Square
[ obvious exits: N E S W ]
Zone: Tar Valon
Door north: TarlomensGate
East: A worker busily earns a day's pay.
West: A Tower Guard watches for signs of trouble.
A marble bench, flecked with gold and bronze, adorns the floor.
An oil lamp, set in a steel cage, hangs from a high wooden pole.
An elaborately sculpted marble fountain splashes merrily.
A stout wooden barrel stands nearby.
A chicken wanders around here, pecking at the ground.
A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
Katene the Wearied Novice is standing here.
Vala Galanis, Tower Accepted is standing here.
A Tower Guard watches for signs of trouble.
An ageless woman is here, appearing distracted.

Katene says 'that makes sense'

Vala says 'let's say you locate something very far or extremely far away'

Bakkus stubs his toe on the fountain basin.

Bakkus says 'Damn it!'

Vala says 'if your travel skill isn't high enough to reach it you could misport'

Katene weaves her hands, creating a hearty meal in the process.

Bakkus hops around holding his sore foot.

Bakkus stops using a black pair of silver-tooled boots.

Bakkus sit down on a bench.
Bakkus sheaths a silver-winged basilard into a camouflaged hood.

Katene looks at Bakkus.

Bakkus starts massaging is swollen toe.

Bakkus looks up and smiles 'Hello ladies.'

Vala says 'Hello'

Bakkus wears a black pair of silver-tooled boots on his feet.

Katene says 'Hello'

Bakkus stands up.

Katene says 'How are you today sir?'

Bakkus says 'Sorry for interrupting, I’m doing quite fine thank you for asking, and how do you both fare?'

Kitiara calls for the TarlomensGate to be opened.
The TarlomensGate is opened from the other side.

Kitiara has arrived from the north.

Kitiara beckons Vala to follow her.

Katene says 'well thank you.'

Kitiara looks at Bakkus.

Vala curtseys before Kitiara.

Katene curtseys before Kitiara.

Bakkus curtseys before Kitiara.

Katene looks at Kitiara.

Kitiara says 'Ladies is Bakkus being courteous?'

Bakkus says 'Hey wait'

Vala says 'So far, yes.'

Katene says 'Yes Kitiara Sedai'

Bakkus says 'I’m never rude, well almost never rude'

Kitiara says 'Wonderful'

Kitiara leaves south.

Kitiara has arrived from the south.
Katene weaves her hands, creating a hearty meal in the process.

Kitiara leaves south.

Kitiara has arrived from the south.

Kitiara leaves south.

Kitiara has arrived from the south.

Vala gestures briefly at Vala, who now appears more impressive somehow.

Kitiara beckons Vala to follow her.

Vala now follows Kitiara.

Kitiara leaves south.
Vala leaves south.
A chicken leaves south.

Bakkus says 'It may be a trap Vala'

Bakkus snaps his fingers.

Bakkus grins evilly.

Katene smiles happily.

Katene says 'I must get to my chores. Fare thee well good sir.'

Katene calls for the TarlomensGate to be opened.
The TarlomensGate is opened from the other side.

Katene leaves north.
A gray palfrey leaves north.

Bakkus examines an aes sedai.
Clutching a ledger scribbled with a wide array of words and numbers, this
woman appears to be occupied with some intricate task. Upon closer
inspection, the ledger contains references to sewers, manholes, fountains,
wells and road conditions. The woman is clad in white and appears to be
deep in thought. A great serpent ring adorns her finger, indicating she is
an Aes Sedai, presumably of the White Ajah.

A White Sister is in excellent condition.
A White Sister is healthy.

a White Sister is using:

Bakkus attempt to peek at the inventory:
a skin of human flesh
a skin of human flesh
fourteen copper pennys

Kitiara has arrived from the south.

Kitiara calls for the TarlomensGate to be opened.
The TarlomensGate is opened from the other side.

Kitiara leaves north.

Vala has arrived from the south.
A chicken has arrived from the south.

Bakkus says 'Why is a White Sister holding two of a skin of human flesh?'

Bakkus pats a chicken on its head.

Vala says 'probably someone didn't like them being left around I guess'

Vala says 'gave it to whatever mob'

Bakkus peers closely at her, trying to figure her out.

Bakkus says 'Interesting, I guess'

Vala says 'never seen someone give one to a crier?'

Bakkus strokes his chin thoughtfully.

Bakkus says 'Maybe I have at that'

Bakkus says 'Soo what’s there to do for fun around these parts, I’m on vacation'

Finan has arrived from the north.

Bakkus smiles at Finan.

Bakkus says 'Hello there Gaidin'

Vala says 'Not much right now, I was just giving Novice Katene some training.'

Bakkus says 'Oh sorry, that is what I interrupted?'

Finan leaves south.

Bakkus says 'Always getting in the way is ol’ Bakkus Danan'

Vala shrugs helplessly.

Bakkus scratches his armpit.

Vala says 'We were at a good point for a break anyway.'

Bakkus nods in agreement.

Bakkus says 'Good, good'

Bakkus drinks the water.
Bakkus doesn't feel thirsty any more.

Kitiara has arrived from the south.
Finan has arrived from the south.
Cidu has arrived from the south.

Kitiara leaves north.
Finan leaves north.
Cidu leaves north.

Bakkus says 'Water tastes strange in these parts, not a fan of it if I do say so and I do say so, often'

Melosa has arrived from the west, riding a Domani razor.

Melosa leaves north riding a Domani razor.

Bakkus says 'Lots of comings and goings around here'

Vala nods in agreement.

Bakkus makes a zing sound.

Kitiara has arrived from the north.
Finan has arrived from the north.
Cidu has arrived from the north.

Kitiara leaves south.
Finan leaves south.
Cidu leaves south.

Bakkus says 'Can turn a man right around it can'

Kitiara has arrived from the south.

Kitiara leaves north.

Bakkus says 'See?'

Bakkus says 'Zing and gone'

Vala says 'I'm going to see about some food. Don't drop any more heads here.'

Bakkus gets the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene from a small purse.

Bakkus says 'I won’t.'

Vala says 'See? What are you doing with that here?'

Bakkus says 'I always keep at least one memento with me'

Bakkus puts the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene in a small purse.
Bakkus puts the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene in a small purse.
Bakkus puts the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene in a small purse.
Bakkus puts the death scalp of a Winged Guardsman slain in Mayene in a small purse.
Bakkus puts the death scalp of a Winged Guard captain slain in Mayene in a small purse.
Bakkus puts the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene in a small purse.
Bakkus puts the death scalp of a Winged Guardsman slain in Mayene in a small purse.
Bakkus puts the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene in a small purse.
Bakkus puts the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene in a small purse.

Vala mutters to herself in complete disgust.

Bakkus boggles at that.

Vala leaves north.
A chicken leaves north.

Melosa has arrived from the east, riding a Domani razor.

Melosa leaves west riding a Domani razor.

Bakkus says 'I just don't get why they're soo queasy.'

Bakkus examines white
Clutching a ledger scribbled with a wide array of words and numbers, this
woman appears to be occupied with some intricate task. Upon closer
inspection, the ledger contains references to sewers, manholes, fountains,
wells and road conditions. The woman is clad in white and appears to be
deep in thought. A great serpent ring adorns her finger, indicating she is
an Aes Sedai, presumably of the White Ajah.

A White Sister is in excellent condition.
A White Sister is healthy.

a White Sister is using:

Bakkus attempt to peek at the inventory:
a skin of human flesh
a skin of human flesh
fourteen copper pennys

Bakkus says 'At least you're not too queasy Aes Sedai, carrying around that human flesh and all that.'

Bakkus strokes his chin thoughtfully.

Bakkus says 'What am I going to do now?'

exam purse
It is a small purse.
n you look inside, you see:
purse (used) :
a water skin
a large number of gold crowns (45)
a wealth of copper pennies (140)
a mirrored lantern
a plate of yellow peppers and pork
a thin vial of yellow fluid
[3] the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guardsman slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard captain slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guardsman slain in Mayene
[5] the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an attendant of the joust slain in Mayene
[2] the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a slender woman slain in Mayene
the death scalp of Ashling sur Merale slain in Mayene
[3] the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of Lord Jaerni Allusco, Head of House Reangar slain in Mayene
[2] the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guardsman slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an attendant of the joust slain in Mayene
[2] the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of Lord Jaerni Allusco, Head of House Reangar slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guardsman slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of Freja sur Tayna slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard captain slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
[6] a throwing knife
a vial filled with a dark red liquid

Garrick has arrived from the south.

Garrick leaves east.

Garrick has arrived from the east.

Garrick leaves south.

Bakkus thinks hard on Fuujin's demands and mutters 'Nah, better not.'

Garrick has arrived from the south, riding a warhorse.

Garrick leaves east riding a warhorse.

Bakkus sits pondering what the future holds in store.

Bakkus says 'Never fear Bakkus, you'll know soon enough, soon enough alright.'

Bakkus smiles happily.

[astrid]

mate i gotta say i do really love the interspersed with mud output style of these

[Bakkus]

Thanks Astrid. I try to use whatever tells the story best. Glad you liked it.

[Bakkus]

It's so nice when friends come to visit!

Lady Chloro visits Tear and who'd of thunk it but her old pal Bakkus is there, and they get to catching up and remembering the past.
Good times, good friends.

Point of view: Bakkus Danan, Truth Sayer
Main participant: Lady Chloro the Honored Sister
Participant: The Creator (Lightning)

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Tear Central Square

Bakkus says 'Hello there Lady Chloro.'

Bakkus says 'Welcome to Tear!'

Chloro says 'Good evening Defender.'

Bakkus says 'I have heard that Lady Fuujin recently met with yourself.'

Bakkus says 'I hope it went well.'

exam chloro
Tall and regal she greets you with exotic gray eyes and cascading locks of
wavey red hair, the upper half held back by a silver clasp to keep her face
in full view.

Chloro is in excellent condition.
Chloro is healthy.

Chloro looks about 'Tear and the Stone still stand, so I would also assume it went well. '

Bakkus says 'And with that logic.'

Bakkus says 'And forgive me I'm a little slow they say.'

Chloro says 'Continue.'

The clouds disappear.

Bakkus says 'If things didn't go the way you liked them, the Stone wouldn't be standing?'

Bakkus says 'That seems the be the way of it, right?'

Bakkus says 'No I don't like the sound of that.'

Bakkus says 'Not at all.'

Bakkus looks to the Stone.

Chloro takes a measured breath internally rolling her eyes. 'Perhaps you need lessons in context. The stone will not fall till the true Dragon Reborn comes to claim it. Your.... Thoughts have lead to enough strife of late.'

Bakkus waves Chloro's concerns away.

Bakkus says 'Don't mind me Chloro Sedai, I'm under strict instructions you see.'

Bakkus says 'Ol' Bakkus don't do this, don't do that.'

Bakkus says 'Lots of words and rules.'

Bakkus says 'But by my reckoning, it won't be long until I have new orders.'

Bakkus nods to himself. Very reassuring.

Chloro says 'That must be rather hard for a former Child of the Light to come to terms with.. Having rules and regulations.'

Bakkus says 'Are you suggesting the Children have no rules and orders?'

Bakkus says 'I thought Aes Sedai knew things.'

Bakkus scratches his head.

Bakkus says 'Maybe not?'

Bakkus nods to himself. Very reassuring.

Bakkus says 'Maybe not.'

Chloro says 'I believe murder has the same price in Amaicida that it does in Tear and Mayene... Yet you did so without thought.'

Bakkus says 'Ahh well.'

Bakkus says 'Murder means different things to different people in different situations doesn't it?'

Bakkus says 'I'm sure that's right.'

Bakkus thinks really hard.

Bakkus says 'Pretty sure.'

Chloro says 'Perhaps let the council of defenders handle things from here on out. Before you find yourself in a stockade being pelted by rotten vegetables and fruit for further aggressive action. '

Chloro says 'I say that as a kindness. '

Chloro says 'I do not know your full history, but no one is beyond redemption in the eyes of the Creator. '

Bakkus says 'Well, you're a little presumptuous aren't ya? I think I got the meaning right there.'

Bakkus says 'Assuming things and all that.'

Chloro says 'I don't know, did you?'

Bakkus says 'I'm sure me and the creator would be good friends, go fishin and drinking and all that on our time off.'

Bakkus says 'Can't say he'd think much of your high and mighty attitude though.'

Bakkus says 'But I'm not him so I can't be sure.'

Bakkus says 'I'm sure though.'

Chloro looks towards the docks. 'What the Creator does is his own, however, I don't think he would take to kindly to someone that destroys is work. '

Bakkus says 'Everyday, we all destroy his work Aes Sedai, that how the Wheel rolls.'

Bakkus says 'Everyone of us but it comes back around again in the end.'

Bakkus says 'It ain't called the triangle after all.'

Bakkus makes circular motions with his hands.

Chloro says 'You may think as you will, it seems your mind was made up before you wished me a good day. For now I have business back in Tar Valon. Like I said, be careful in your actions. You've already come close to being thrown in a stockade.'

Chloro leaves north.

Bakkus waves.

Bakkus watches as Chloro leaves into the distance.

Bakkus says 'I don't know as much as you Aes Sedai but I know you need some watching, that’s for sure.'

Lightning starts to show in the sky.

Bakkus looks to the sky with a start, 'We're good you and me Creator, alright? I'll make sure she's not up to any funny business, I promise.'

Bakkus runs for cover from the coming storm.



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[Bakkus]

A journey of discovery & sweet Matilda

Ol' Bakkus, he's an inquisitive fellow that's for sure. What better way to repair relations with the Tower folk then to go on a self guided tour of the Tower, for educational purposes only of course. Seeing new sights, networking and spending some quality time abroad.

What more could the Beloved of the Creator want?

Point of view: Bakkus Danan, Avid Explorer

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Anteroom of the Keeper
[ obvious exits: N S ]
Zone: White Tower Upper Floors
Door south: studydoor
North: A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
Lelaine Akashi, the Keeper of the Chronicles, sits here gingerly.
A calm woman bathed in serenity seems to attract your attention.
A calm woman bathed in serenity seems to attract your attention.
A warder stands here, ready for combat.
A warder stands here, ready for combat.
A warder stands here, ready for combat.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the north.

Bakkus smiles at Lelaine.

exam Lelaine
Tall for a woman, and slender, Lelaine Akashi stands here regarding you
coolly but with interest. Formerly of the Blue Ajah, Lelaine Sedai was a
sitter for over 40 years.

Lelaine Akashi is in excellent condition.
Lelaine Akashi is healthy.

Lelaine Akashi is using:
<used as light> a sphere of the Source
<held> a carved wooden staff topped with a gold flame
<worn on head> a golden diadem with a hanging sapphire
<worn around neck> a delicately carved ivory key
<worn around neck> a sapphire collar
<worn on body> a blue satin dress embroidered with snowdrops
<worn on arms> a hand-wide blue stole
<worn on hands> a thin pair of silken gloves
<worn as shield> a silver etched shield
<wielded> a curved clear dagger
<worn about waist> a thin, decorative belt
<worn on legs> a flowing skirt
<worn on feet> a pair of elegant leather slippers

You attempt to peek at the inventory:
You can't see anything.

knock studydoor
Ok.

open studydoor s
It seems to be locked.

Bakkus strokes his chin thoughtfully.

Bakkus says 'I want to see the Amyrlin and all.'

Bakkus stops using a backpack.

Bakkus takes a level from a backpack

Bakkus holds a level to the wall and nods.

Bakkus says 'Pretty darn straight I reckon, and I do so reckon.'

Bakkus strokes his chin thoughtfully.

Bakkus puts a level in a backpack.

Bakkus wears a backpack on his back.

Bakkus says 'Hmm, three Aes Sedai and their warders. Good to know'

Bakkus grins evilly.

<removed lots of unnecessary spamming>

The Hall of the Tower
This grand domed oval room has a ceiling at least thirty paces high. Its
walls of dark wood have been inlaid with the silver Flame of Tar Valon. The
floor has been delicately painted in the colors of all the Ajahs. A raised
platform, fronted by steps, runs around the outside of the room, containing
twenty-one chairs in clusters of three, each painted and cushioned to declare
the Ajah of its inhabitant. A high-backed chair, the Amyrlin Seat, rests at
the far wall on a dais, ornately carved in vines and leaves and painted in
the colors of all the Ajahs. A large rose window opposite the entrance
offers a view of Dragonmount, which looms as a constant reminder.
[ obvious exits: N ]
Zone: White Tower Upper Floors
Door north: doubledoors
North: A White Sister walks by, deep in thought.
A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
Alyssa, official scribe of the Hall of Sitters, stands patiently nearby.

Bakkus says 'All on your lonesome hey?'

Bakkus nods in agreement.

<removed lots of unnecessary spamming>

The Mistress of Novices' Study
[ obvious exits: E ]
Zone: White Tower Upper Floors
Door east: woodendoor
East: A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
A large desk made of fine, thick wood stands across the room from here.
Sheriam the Mistress of Novices studies you with a stern expression.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the east.

Bakkus smiles happily.

Bakkus says 'Hello there.'

exam sheriam
Flame colored hair frames her ageless Aes Sedai face and contrasts sharply
with her tilted eyes. Her stern look is emphasized by the tightness of her
mouth and the firmness in her jaw.

Sheriam the Mistress of Novices is in excellent condition.
Sheriam the Mistress of Novices is healthy.

Sheriam the Mistress of Novices is using:
<worn on finger> a great serpent ring
<worn on body> a colorful dress
<worn around wrist> a golden bracelet
<worn on feet> a pair of soft, light shoes

You attempt to peek at the inventory:
nine copper pennys
a set of cloth sleeves

<removed lots of unnecessary spamming>

The Pantry
[ obvious exits: W ]
Zone: White Tower Ground Floor
West: A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
A stout wooden barrel stands nearby.
An oven stands here, radiating a dry heat.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the west.

look sign
To prepare a meal: bake cake, bake pie, bake bread, make dinner.

To fetch a drink: prepare oosquai, prepare punch, prepare brandy, prepare
wine, prepare tea, prepare cider.

If the pantry is empty: restock pantry.

If the dry larder is empty: inform Eliyana Sedai that the larder is empty.

prepare tea
Ok.

The pantry is empty. You need to restock the pantry first.

You notify a servant to restock the pantry.
The servant says 'I'm sorry Bakkus, but the dry larder is empty. The Tower's been busier than usual this month. Please send word to Eliyana Sedai that the larder is empty.

w
The Kitchens
[ obvious exits: E W ]
Zone: White Tower Ground Floor
West: A Tower Guard watches for signs of trouble.
A giant sink sits here, filled with many dirty dishes.
A striking woman stands here, seemingly ageless.
An Accepted stands here, ready to fulfill any Aes Sedai request.
Laras the Mistress of the Kitchens is here directing the kitchen workers.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the east.

w
Lower Corridor
[ obvious exits: E S U ]
Zone: White Tower Ground Floor
East: A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
South: An eager novice is ready to assist, her eyes shining with determination.
Up: A Tower Guard watches for signs of trouble.
A Tower Guard watches for signs of trouble.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the east.

s
Mistress of Logistics' Office
[ obvious exits: N ]
Zone: White Tower Ground Floor
North: A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
An eager novice is ready to assist, her eyes shining with determination.
Eliyana Sedai of the White Ajah manages the Tower's logistics with unwavering focus.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the north.

Bakkus says 'The larder is empty.'

Eliyana Sedai looks up from her papers, arching an eyebrow.

Bakkus ogles Eliyana and he thinks she likes it.

Eliyana Sedai retrieves the appropriate records from the bookshelf.

Eliyana Sedai flips through the weighty tome, pausing to tap several pages with her finger.

Eliyana Sedai sighs loudly.

Eliyana Sedai says 'Yes, it seems the White Tower has been quite abuzz this month. An unusual peak of activity in our halls.'

Eliyana Sedai says 'Our next scheduled shipments are in the city, but have not yet been delivered.'

Eliyana Sedai draws a shipping manifest from a desk drawer.

Eliyana Sedai gives you a prepaid White Tower shipment manifest.

Eliyana Sedai says 'Take this to the merchants in the harbors, and arrange for delivery of our goods.'

Eliyana Sedai says 'There are five shipping merchants you will need to visit: grains, produce, meats, dairy, and the tea and spice importer.'

Eliyana Sedai says 'Return the manifest to me when you are done. Off with you now.'

Eliyana Sedai waves you away.

Bakkus says ‘Bloody typical.’

<removed lots of unnecessary spamming and merchants met>

Mistress of Logistics' Office
[ obvious exits: N ]
Zone: White Tower Ground Floor
North: A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
Nutty smelling hard cheese wheels are stacked among clay casks of butter and milk.
Aromatic shipping bags filled with teas and spices are neatly organized.
Wood barrels filled with salted meats and smoked fish sit nearby.
Bulging, earthy sacks of grains and legumes are stacked in a pile.
A crate of fresh produce smells of cabbages, leeks and potatoes.
An eager novice is ready to assist, her eyes shining with determination.
Eliyana Sedai of the White Ajah manages the Tower's logistics with unwavering focus.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the north.

Bakkus gives a prepaid White Tower shipment manifest to Eliyana Sedai.

Eliyana Sedai nods at you.

sc
You have XXX(XXX) hit and 108(151) movement points.
You have scored 102149488 experience points and 169 quest points.
You need 1350512 exp to level and 231 qp to rank.
You have amassed XX Turn points to date.
You have played XX days and 4 hours (real time).
This ranks you as Bakkus the Defender of the Stone [Defender of the Stone 5] (Level 49).
You are standing.

Eliyana Sedai says 'All the shipments are delivered, are they?'

Eliyana Sedai examines the crates of fresh produce, and makes a check.

Bakkus nods in agreement.

Eliyana Sedai considers the bulging sacks of grain, and crosses them off.

Eliyana Sedai reviews the barrels of meats and fish, and nods in approval.

Eliyana Sedai searches the casks of milk, butter, and cheese wheels, and smiles to herself.

Eliyana Sedai sorts through the aromatic bags of teas and spices, and claps her hands in delight.

Eliyana Sedai says 'You've done well, Bakkus. All the supplies are in order.'

Eliyana Sedai says 'As you now know, the White Tower's logistics are no mean feat.'

Eliyana Sedai says 'Remember that lesson always: the White Tower is only as strong as the common people who support her.'

Eliyana Sedai says 'Time to get these supplies to the store houses, and replenish the pantries.'

Eliyana Sedai begins commanding a veritable army of servants, who carry off the many supplies.
A scout narrates 'Call the banners! Shadowspawn sighted at The Winding Road!'

sc
You have XXX(XXX) hit and 127(151) movement points.
You have scored 102149488 experience points and 169 quest points.
You need 1350512 exp to level and 231 qp to rank.
You have amassed XX Turn points to date.
You have played XX days and 4 hours (real time).
This ranks you as Bakkus the Defender of the Stone [Defender of the Stone 5] (Level 49).
You are standing.

Bakkus says 'Alas, no reward for Ol' Bakkus Danan, not a jot. Stingy Tower folk!'

n
Lower Corridor
[ obvious exits: E S U ]
Zone: White Tower Ground Floor
East: A Tower Guard watches for signs of trouble.
South: Eliyana Sedai of the White Ajah manages the Tower's logistics with unwavering focus.
Up: A Tower Guard watches for signs of trouble.
A quiet servant awaits instructions from his master.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the south.

e
The Kitchens
[ obvious exits: E W ]
Zone: White Tower Ground Floor
West: A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
A giant sink sits here, filled with many dirty dishes.
A Tower Guard watches for signs of trouble.
A striking woman stands here, seemingly ageless.
An Accepted stands here, ready to fulfill any Aes Sedai request.
Laras the Mistress of the Kitchens is here directing the kitchen workers.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the west.

e
The Pantry
[ obvious exits: W ]
Zone: White Tower Ground Floor
West: A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
A stout wooden barrel stands nearby.
An oven stands here, radiating a dry heat.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the west.

prepare tea
Ok.

The pantry is empty. You need to restock the pantry first.

restock pantry
Ok.

You notify a servant, who retrieves a variety of goods from the dry larder and restocks the pantry.

prepare tea
Ok.

You prepare an aromatic cup of tea.

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Sorting Racks
[ obvious exits: N S ]
Zone: White Tower Ground Floor
North: A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
South: A librarian peers at you.
A bookshelf made from imported wood stands against the wall here.
A frail woman tends the library, dusting shelves as she goes.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the north.

exam shelf
It is a finely crafted bookshelf.
When you look inside, you see:
bookshelf (here) :
[5] a well read book

take book shelf
Ok.

The Tower librarian says 'Bakkus! Please don't touch those books, they haven't been sorted yet.'

Bakkus frowns. What's bothering him?

Bakkus says 'Ahhh, but I want thaaaaat one!'

Bakkus looks up at the librarian with big, sad eyes and pouts!

Bakkus nods in agreement.

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Center of the Eighth Depository
[ obvious exits: N S W ]
Zone: White Tower Ground Floor
Door north: irongrate
Door south: irongrate
West: A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
A frail woman tends the library, dusting shelves as she goes.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the west.

Bakkus says 'Hello woman, where can I find a map of the Tower?'

open door north
It seems to be locked.

knock door n
Ok.

The irongrate is opened from the other side.

The Eighth Depository
[ obvious exits: S ]
Zone: White Tower Ground Floor
Door south: irongrate
South: A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
A golden-haired novice walks by quietly.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the south.

The irongrate door closes quietly.

Bakkus strokes his chin thoughtfully.

Bakkus says 'All about the power hey, rubbish.'

Bakkus strokes his chin thoughtfully.

Bakkus quickly rearranges a few books placing them in the wrong locations.

Bakkus says 'exit'

knock door s
Ok.

The irongrate is opened from the other side.

Center of the Eighth Depository
[ obvious exits: N S W ]
Zone: White Tower Ground Floor
Door north: irongrate
Door south: irongrate
North: A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
A frail woman tends the library, dusting shelves as she goes.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the north.

Bakkus nods in agreement.

The irongrate closes quietly.

Bakkus says 'Not very helpful.'

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The Twelfth Depository
This depository is home to a collection of works that appears to be partly
in scroll form. Some of the bookcases in this room are noticably different
than in the other depositories, consisting of diamond shaped recepticles,
each containing several rolls of paper. The scrolls are all copies of
various treaties between nations. Each nation has its own section, some of
which are sparsely populated, such as the Borderland countries. The section
on the nations of Tarabon and Arad Doman, however, contains a plethora of
scrolls. Other bookcases in the room contain tomes on the subject of law.
[ obvious exits: N ]
Zone: White Tower Ground Floor
A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.

Bakkus strokes his chin thoughtfully.

Bakkus says 'Treaties hey?'

search mayene

-=
+*
*
You didn't find such a thing here.

Bakkus snaps hid fingers.

Bakkus says 'Typical.'

Bakkus says 'Well time to visit my Brown friends.'

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Study of the Brown Ajah
[ obvious exits: S ]
Zone: White Tower Upper Floors
Door south: door
South: A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
A large desk made of fine, thick wood stands across the room from here.
A silver-haired Aes Sedai sits here, reading.
A Brown Sister is here, frowning pensively.
Danelle Sedai, sitter for the Brown Ajah stands here deep in thought.
A gray palfrey has arrived from the south.

Bakkus smiles happily.

Bakkus says 'Hello Danelle Sedai, I have come at your summons, and I have brought the gray as requested.'

Bakkus says 'Is she or is she not the finest gray palfrey you ever laid your droopy eyes on?'

Bakkus says 'She’s an absolute corker she is, never mind the fact she’s a stallion and all.... I call this one here Matilda.'

Bakkus says 'I know how you Brown Sisters love a little learning, so learn this.'

Bakkus says 'This here Matilda is a champion, she is.'

Bakkus says 'Holds the Tairen record for largest dump she does, oh and wait, I think she may be trying to break the record!'

Bakkus looks on enraptured as Matilda drops a steaming pile of dung right on the floor of the Study of the Brown Ajah!

Bakkus says 'What a beauty!'

Bakkus stops using a backpack.

Bakkus gets a measure from a backpack.

Bakkus bends down and measures the circumference of the dung heap.

Bakkus whistles appreciatively.

Bakkus says 'It’s a couple of inches off the record but a magnificent effort just the same.'

Bakkus says 'Wait till Fuujin hears about this. Matilda is a keeper.'

Bakkus says 'Well I best get Matilda to the stables, I’m sure she has an appetite. Can’t produce stool of that magnitude without eating, eating, eating!'

Bakkus waves goodbye to Danelle Sedai.

Bakkus nods in agreement.

Bakkus leaves south.

Continuing Down the Hall
A gray palfrey has arrived from the north.

Bakkus says 'I wonder if I should close the door?'

Bakkus says 'No, it smelled a little funky in there, best I let some air in.'

Bakkus nods to himself. He must need reassurance!

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Bakkus narrates 'I must admit, unrestricted access to the Tower for exploration purposes only is very fun!'

Divina narrates 'It's much more fun than venturing into the Stone... for research purposes only too. I can assure you of that.'

Sleat narrates 'That's what she said.' (Sleat on FIRE! Well, not really)

Bakkus narrates 'Absolutely, however there are warnings around the stone, the Tower is an outright free for all if I do reckon myself, and I do reckon'

Maddy narrates 'Perhaps you could give us a tour of the Stone one day?'

Divina narrates 'Just saying that having experienced both, I find the Tower much more architecturally appealing.'

Vala narrates 'Yes a tour would be fun.'

Bakkus narrates 'Too right Divina Sedai, I spent some time with Danelle Sedai. She sure loves horses, not overly talkative though. You may want to arrange for some housekeeping though, Matilda here may have dumped a close to record load for Danelle's viewing pleasure. A sight to behold!'

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Back at Tower Square…
A smartly dressed man has arrived from the east.

exam man
Dressed in a fine coat and looking very smart and fashionable, this man
walks around with an ornately crafted cane. He nods and bows his head as he
passes people and sometimes pauses for a chat. Judging from his appearance
and behavior, he could very well be a local inhabitant of Tar Valon itself.

A smartly dressed man is in excellent condition.
A smartly dressed man is healthy.

a smartly dressed man is using:
<worn on head> a wide-brimmed hat
<worn about body> a knee-length coat
<worn on legs> a black pair of pants
<worn on feet> a pair of soft, light shoes

You attempt to peek at the inventory:
You can't see anything.

Bakkus says 'Nice shoes!'

[Bakkus]

Vala the incorruptible

In the search for information about secret paths into the Tower, Ol’ Bakkus tries his charms on Accepted Vala who he’s sure is ripe to spill a little info.

Point of view: Bakkus Danan, Avid Explorer
Main participant: Vala Galanis, Tower Accepted
Participant: Melosa Beshar, Gold Abs Hoarder

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Tower Square
[ obvious exits: N E S W ]
(wotmudmapper): (error): Multiple matches found.
North: A guard stands here monitoring the people entering the Tower grounds.
South: The fishmonger is here, hoping to buy your catch.
A flatbed wagon rocks back and forth on spoked wheels.
A marble bench, flecked with gold and bronze, adorns the floor.
An oil lamp, set in a steel cage, hangs from a high wooden pole.
An elaborately sculpted marble fountain splashes merrily.
A stout wooden barrel stands nearby.
Vala Galanis, Tower Accepted is standing here, riding a bloodstock stallion.
Melosa Beshar, Aes Sedai is resting here, riding a Domani razor.
A warhorse is here, stamping his feet impatiently.
A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
A Tower Guard watches for signs of trouble.
An ageless woman is here, appearing distracted.

Vala looks at you.

Bakkus says 'Well, hello ladies!'

exam vala
Vala is in excellent condition.
Vala is healthy.

Vala is using:
<used as light> a mirrored lantern
<worn on head> a light brown hood of finely-spun cloth
<worn around neck> a shimmering chain of gold
<worn around neck> a shimmering chain of gold
<worn about body> a dress with colored bands at the hem
<slung on back> a backpack
<worn on hands> a fine pair of light, buckskin gloves
<worn around wrist> a jeweled wristcuff
<worn around wrist> a silver Kandori wristcuff
<worn as shield> a silver etched shield
<wielded> a pearl-handled sabre
<worn on legs> a pair of ornately tooled leather leggings
<worn on feet> a pair of light, well-oiled leather boots

You attempt to peek at the inventory:
You can't see anything.

Vala says 'Hello.'

Bakkus says 'Nice hood you have there, make it yourself?'

Vala shakes her head.

Bakkus nods in agreement.

An old woman has arrived from the east.

Bakkus says 'Not much of a spinner myself either.'

Bakkus says 'Oh, I made myself some tea.'

Bakkus says 'Would you like some?'

Vala says 'Thready tea? Sure.'

Bakkus gives a cup to Vala.

Vala smirks.

Vala drinks hot, bitter tea from a cup.

You say 'I’m not sure if its thready, but go for it.'

Vala says 'Close enough!'

Bakkus says 'Was a little bit of a chore to make it though.'

Bakkus says 'I helped myself to your kitchens, but they were bare.'

Vala chuckles politely.

Bakkus says 'And then some Aes Sedai sent me on some errand to see a bunch of suppliers.'

Bakkus says 'Which I did, seeing I’m a helpful chap and all.'

Vala says 'Really, they let just anyone do that?'

Bakkus says 'Then, and only then, could I make a nice cuppa!'

Bakkus says 'No thanks, no reward, no nothing!'

Bakkus pouts.

Vala says 'Shouldn't work for you anyway and I'm not sure it even rewards each time.'

Bakkus says 'Had a right mind to tell her what for I did, I surely did, but you have to be SOOOO polite these days.'

Bakkus mutters in disgust.

Vala says 'Pretty sure I've done it and not gotten anything.'

Bakkus says 'You should collect your things and walk out in protest, that’s no way to be treated!'

Bakkus says 'Listen here.'

Vala says 'Nah, she was at least grateful.'

Bakkus leans in close enough to smell the fish on his breath.

Bakkus says 'You wouldn’t know some back alley ways to slip into Tar Valon unnoticed would ya?'

Bakkus winks suggestively at Vala.

Bakkus says 'Oh, Hey there Aes Sedai.’

Bakkus makes a mocking bow to Melosa.

Bakkus says 'Didn't see you join us there.'

Vala says 'Not really. I don't need to worry about alleys, doors or gates.'

Bakkus snaps his fingers in front of Melosa's face a few times to gauge her reaction.

Bakkus says 'Seems like we are undiscovered.'

Bakkus grins evilly.

It starts to rain.

Vala says 'she's busy with {redacted].'

Bakkus says 'So, Like I was saying.'

Bakkus shields his face from the rain with his hand the best he can.

Bakkus says 'Like I was saying, you'd be able to help a kindly traveller out with some secret passages or forgotten entrances wouldn't ya?'

Bakkus says 'Purely educational purposes I swear.'

Vala says 'Nope, can't.'

Bakkus says 'Nope you can't or.... Nope you can't in front of the Green Sister here?'

Bakkus winks suggestively at Vala.

Vala says 'If any once existed they are lost to time now.'

Bakkus frowns as he considers how to plot his ‘educational purposes only’ schemes.

Melosa starts riding a Domani razor.

Bakkus rubs his face in frustration.

Bakkus says 'Look here'

exam pack
It is a backpack.
When you look inside, you see:
backpack (carried) :
[2] the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in the Spine of the World
[2] the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guardsman slain in the Haddon Mirk
the death scalp of a Winged Guardsman slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard captain slain in the Haddon Mirk
the death scalp of a Winged Guard captain slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guardsman slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in the Spine of the World
[3] the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an attendant of the joust slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in Mayene
[2] the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a slender woman slain in Mayene
the death scalp of Ashling sur Merale slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in the Spine of the World
[2] the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in the Spine of the World
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in the Spine of the World
the death scalp of Lord Jaerni Allusco, Head of House Reangar slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
[2] the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in the Spine of the World
the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guardsman slain in the Haddon Mirk
the death scalp of a Winged Guardsman slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an attendant of the joust slain in Mayene
[2] the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of Lord Jaerni Allusco, Head of House Reangar slain in Mayene
the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guardsman slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard Officer slain in the Spine of the World
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in Mayene
[2] the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of Freja sur Tayna slain in Mayene
[2] the death scalp of a Winged Guardsman slain in the Haddon Mirk
the death scalp of a Winged Guard slain in Mayene
the death scalp of a Winged Guard captain slain in the Haddon Mirk
the death scalp of a Winged Guard captain slain in Mayene
[2] the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene

Bakkus rummages in a pack.

Bakkus shakes his head.

Bakkus wears a backpack on his back.

exam purse
It is a small purse.
When you look inside, you see:
purse (used) :
a plate of yellow peppers and pork
a water skin
a wealth of copper pennies (66)
five gold crowns
a piece of white willow bark
a war saddle with stirrups
a stable ticket

Bakkus looks around in a purse.

Melosa suddenly keels over in pain, surrounded by a white aura...
Melosa's body has been taken over by a new spirit!

Melosa leaves west riding a Domani razor.

Melosa has arrived from the west.

Bakkus says 'Listen.'

Melosa gets an engraved gold-plated breastplate from a wooden barrel.

Melosa puts an engraved gold-plated breastplate in a pair of wicker panniers.

Bakkus says 'If I was to give you say.'

Bakkus says 'Oh hold that thought.'

Bakkus smiles at Melosa.

Bakkus says 'Hello Aes Sedainess.'

Bakkus says 'Your Aes Sedainess.'

Bakkus says 'Aes Sedai.'

Bakkus says 'Melosa?'

Bakkus nods in agreement.

Bakkus says 'Hello Melosa.'

cough
Yuck, try to cover your mouth next time!

Bakkus says 'Vala here certainly wasn't going to tell me secret entrances into Tar Valon for money.'

cough
Yuck, try to cover your mouth next time!

Bakkus winks suggestively at Vala.

Vala says 'You know when you try and buy something a shopkeeper doesn't have?'

Bakkus says 'Certainly wasn't.'

Vala says 'Doesn't matter how much coin you've got, they're out of stock'

Bakkus says 'Has never happened.'

Bakkus mutters in disgust.

Bakkus says 'Well then.'

Vala says 'It seems you might have to wait a bit.'

Bakkus says 'You come and see me when you have valuable information and I will honour our agreement and pay you handsomely'

Melosa has lost her link.

Bakkus takes Melosa's link and puts it in a backpack.

Bakkus says 'Just you remember, Bakkus is my name and Tar Valon secrets is my game!'

Vala says 'Secrets huh? Find anything interesting?'

Bakkus says 'That rhymed. I should charge you for the entertainment, I should have been a Gleeperson.'

Bakkus says 'Actually not as much as I would have hoped. I’m not sure if your mind is a fortress or a dirty rock. I will keep probing though, yes I will. Ol' Bakkus Danan isn't finished with you that’s for sure. No rest for the Beloved of the Creator.'

Bakkus bellows 'Beloved of the Creator!'

Bakkus waves goodbye with the fluttering of his fingers, honestly it’s a little creepy.

[Bakkus]

Like a dog with a bone.

Bakkus continues with his investigations and meets the rude and the kind. The Creator wants all things in balance, yes he does. The search for intel is a fulltime job!

Point of view: Bakkus Danan - lovable idiot
Main participant: Maddy Mantear - the kind
Participant: Raidon - the rude

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Maddy smiles at Bakkus.

Bakkus sits down on a bench.
Bakkus sheathes a sharp, red stone dagger into a bronze belt of odd design.

Maddy says 'Hello.'

Bakkus says 'Hello Maddy.'

Raidon looks at Bakkus.

Raidon says 'Hard times for the Defenders?'

Maddy says 'Please help yourself to the barrel we set out for the poor.'

Maddy smiles at Bakkus.

Raidon smirks.

Bakkus says 'Hard times? No I wouldn’t say that.'

Bakkus says 'Some of us worry about other things then showing our wealth.'

Raidon says 'Or lack there of. I understand.'

Raidon claps Bakkus on the back.

Raidon leaves west riding a bloodstock stallion.

Bakkus spits over his shoulder.

Bakkus says 'Excuse me Maddy. What can you tell me about your impressive city?'

Maddy scrunches her nose as she looks at the glob of spit.

Maddy says 'Well its very well looked after and there will be someone along quickly to clean any mess.'

Maddy looks again at the disgusting glob by Bakkus' feet.

Bakkus rummages around in his backpack.

Maddy says 'We are very generous to the needy, as you can see by the barrel behind you.'

Bakkus gets the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene from a backpack.

Bakkus says 'Ahh.'

Maddy says 'OH goodness!'

Bakkus gets a small leather wallet from a backpack.

Bakkus puts the death scalp of an Elite Winged Guard slain in Mayene in a backpack.

Maddy watches Bakkus handle the scalp of the Winged Guard with a frown.

Maddy says 'Do you never tire of that? Ever just wish for peace?'

Bakkus opens a small leather wallet and retrieves a small notebook, a set square and a compass.

Bakkus says 'No, not really. It’s my passion.'

Bakkus thinks hard.

Maddy strains her neck discreetly trying to peek at the notes Bakkus is writing.

Lightning starts to show in the sky.

Bakkus shares a knowing smile with the sky.

Bakkus opens a small notebook and retrieves a quill from a purse.

Maddy says 'Have you no family to go home to at night?'

Maddy says 'Someone to comfort you after a long day at work?'

Bakkus says 'Nighttime is good for this work. Less distractions.'

The sun casts a golden glow over the city.

The Caemlyn city alarm sounds loudly in the distance.

Bakkus says 'Hey, do you know if there are tunnels running under Tar Valon?'

Maddy says 'Oh its sounds like the dark are in Andor again.'

The Caemlyn city alarm sounds loudly in the distance.

Maddy says 'I believe there may be some the servants use, but none that I have seen with my own eyes.'

Bakkus writes ‘No tunnels’ in a small notebook.

Bakkus strokes his chin thoughtfully.

Bakkus says 'Where can I find a map, including layout and dimensions of the Tower?'

Maddy brushes her hair from her face and smiles warmly at Bakkus.

Bakkus says 'Does the gift shop sell em?'

Maddy says ‘All of our maps are in the Tower Library, which I believe you would need permission from an Aes Sedai to view.’

The lightning stops.

Bakkus says 'I’m pretty sure you tower lot would have commercialised the Tower by now'

Maddy says 'You may find some in the Cairhien library, but I do not know who they allow to see them.'

Maddy says 'Oh no need.'

Maddy says 'Many of us come with our own resources before we enter the Tower.'

Bakkus spruiks 'Come to the tower and buy this 24 inch replica!'

Bakkus says 'Actually, can I buy a replica?'

Bakkus strokes his chin thoughtfully.

Maddy says 'Can you imagine if they sold maps instead of pies. The people would not be pleased.'

Maddy laughs softly.

Maddy gets a plate of yellow peppers and pork from a wooden barrel.

Maddy gives a plate of yellow peppers and pork to Bakkus.

Bakkus looks at the plate of pork with disappointment.

Maddy says 'Please enjoy.'

Bakkus says 'Another question.'

Maddy says 'Oh is that not to your taste, we have more.'
Bakkus tastes a little bit of a plate of yellow peppers and pork.

Maddy puffs with pride as she says 'I helped make this batch.'

Bakkus says 'Can you tell me of any ways people have historically and successfully infiltrated the Tower?'

Maddy says 'Wellllll.'

Bakkus is poised to take notes.

Bakkus says 'Don’t skimp on the detail lady.'

Maddy taps her chin in thought, then smiles widely, 'It happens on a daily basis here.'

Bakkus writes ‘lack of gate defences’.

Bakkus says 'Continue.'

Maddy says 'You must be found to channel and be tested, then you are firmly infiltrated the Tower.'

Maddy smiles at Bakkus.

Bakkus frowns.

Maddy says 'If you are meaning warfare, I suggest you speak to Coulin or one of the Green Sisters.'

Bakkus says 'I’ll do no such thing, not ol' Bakkus, no he won’t!’

Maddy says 'They will all be interested to know why you have such questions.'

Maddy nods at Bakkus.

Bakkus says 'Just interested in architecture and history is all.'

Bakkus gives Maddy a side long glance.

Maddy says 'Yes built by the Ogiers.'

Bakkus strokes his chin thoughtfully.

Maddy says 'It’s what brought me to this City to view in the first place.'

Bakkus says 'I wonder if the Ogier have the details stored away?'

Bakkus strokes his chin thoughtfully.

Maddy says 'Oh I am sure they are in the Library.'

Maddy says 'They may have some at the stedding as well.'

Maddy nods at Bakkus.

Bakkus says 'Do you mind if I explore?'

Bakkus says 'Take notes and all?'

Bakkus says 'Nothing suspicious or that.'

Bakkus says 'No nothing suspicious.'

Maddy says 'I cannot give you permission to enter the Tower. You must ask an Aes Sedai, but please explore the outer city to your hearts content.'

Bakkus nods in agreement.

Bakkus says 'Explore it all I will.'

Bakkus says 'Good day little Maddy.'