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Post by Kraft on Aug 30, 2007 11:42:33 GMT -6
This was getting out of control. St. Elimine a zombie? Attacking Her Shrine? Forming a new army? This was madness!
Kraft had to stop this madman. He had to contact the scouts of the Marquess right now. He hoped he still had the Marquess on her side. He had no idea if the scouts were able to follow him here... He was probably alone. He really was. Even the ruler of Etruria gave in to this madness. He, and he alone (and perhaps Maeleeown a little bit) could stop this madness...
First of all, I'll try to contact the Marquess. And if that doesn't work I'll work on plan B. This means eliminating that meddling fool Marzius. Hehehe, yes. Yes.
I need a drink.
"G-guys", Kraft said, "I'm going outside to get a drink. I-I'm really nervous after all this. But I'm in. Y-yeah, we'll bring sai... that zombie Elimine down! Together! Yes! Harharhar! Hoorah!"
And he moved towards the door.
Great Kraft, reeeaaal smoooth. D**n. D**N! Ah well.... Umph... Maybe I should inform Mae... just in case something goes wrong.
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Sergey
The "Before" years
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Post by Sergey on Aug 30, 2007 12:14:14 GMT -6
'Didn't i say he was going chicken out? Havn't I reminded you that we can't trust scum like him?' He demanded of Alexia, yet he was more cheerful then ever. 'I'm going to try to get a few hours of sleep while we still can. Until nightfall.' Sergey also left the room
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Post by Matthias on Aug 30, 2007 14:01:44 GMT -6
Marzius watched Kraft go, his face belying his interest in the thief. He shook himself, glancing down at the plans. "I'm not a tactical genius. And I am fairly worn out from that last fracas. If Lady Alexia or Lady Maeleeown would care to examine this and make plans..." he waved his hand over the information. "I will be resting the chambers the ruler has so kindly provided for me." He gave the group an elegant bow, and hustled out of the room.
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Post by Alexia on Aug 30, 2007 14:04:34 GMT -6
As soon as Marzius was gone, Alexia approached the plans and began studying. St. Elimine had chosen a pleasant forested area for her base, with no roads or public entrances. Alexia continued studying a plan slowly growing in her mind. She knew she needed to sleep on it. And get the light wounds she'd sustained healed. And get her weapons. "If any of you see Brad, tell him to meet in the courtyard at nightfall," she ordered those assembled. "I'm going to prepare, I'll see you then."
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Post by Kraft on Aug 31, 2007 10:07:02 GMT -6
Kraft got out pretty quickly.
Haha, those gullible fools. They'd buy ANYTHING. Oh, I'm allright now... Hahaha. This is brilliant. Now. The plan... Mmm, I SHOULD go see the Marquess but maybe she is on Marzius her side now... I should get some help just in case.
After asking some directions Kraft set out into the city. After a short walk he arrived at the bar where he had first met Kraul and Jark. He needed henchmen. They'd do the dirty work, he had done enough so far.
He arrived at the bar and entered. He saw Kraul and Jark sitting there.
"Hi fellas. Guess what? I need your help again."
"Aah, if dat isn't teh frendly thief we helped out earlier. Let's talk... boss. And Kraul grinned when Kraft put some money on the table and started talking.
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Sergey
The "Before" years
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Post by Sergey on Aug 31, 2007 13:31:14 GMT -6
Ordering a beer Sergey observed the thief and the men he was talking with. 'Your move, kraft.' He said silently.
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Post by Kraft on Sept 1, 2007 5:18:50 GMT -6
(OoC: I'll pretend not to notice you I'm like that, a really nice guy.) After telling his plan Kraft got out of the bar and his two henchmen dissappeared into the night. Kraft knew he had to play this safe. He had to made sure noone would know anything or could touch him. He had to look like... and he shivered... like one of them. The heretics. He arrived once again at the castle of the Marquess. He hoped he would help her. This time, however, getting through to the Marquess was no problem. Her scouts had already located the thief and sent word to the Marquess about the battle in the mansion. The guards let him in quickly after he knocked on the gate and demanded an immediate hearing. The guards made sure to close the gate afterwards. If a person wanted to get in he would need to be a smart one. Speak, thief. The Marquess said. She made sure that only her trusted guards and the thief were inside the hall. Kraft told her about his simple, yet risky plan and asked for help. He actually begged for it. It seems you'll need my help faster than foreseen, mmm? It's agreed. I will give you the help you need. I have my spies too. I will provide you with the material you need. Now go, and show Sir Marzius and the ruler that they aren't the only ones with cunning plans in Etruria. You may begin the cleansing, Kraft. I am proud.Kraft bowed. His plan was simple... I'll dress up the thugs I hired in the streets as soldiers of the New Dawn. It was easy enough for the Marquess to get the uniforms and the marks. She didn't want to use her own men in my plan because they might be recognised by Marzius his men. Luckely enough I hired them before getting here. Right now on this moment the thugs should be standing outside the castle... haha, Marzius will die and the heretics will fail. And I'll be the number one servant of St. Elimine. Heaven awaits. Harharhar. And if I fail, the Marquess will be fighting further.Kraft went down and opened the gate. About 20 men were standing outside. Kraft stepped outside and told them to get in. Fast. He made sure Kraul and Jark had chosen men they knew and were loyal to St. Elimine and that other god... money. They all went inside and changed into the uniforms. Two hours later Kraft arrived at the Royal Palace again. "He knocked on the door. Hey guys, I've got reinforcements, I've found people around here who wanted to fight for the good cause. This will help us. We're already outnumbered..."
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Sergey
The "Before" years
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Post by Sergey on Sept 1, 2007 9:23:43 GMT -6
OoC: occurs in sinc with krafts post.
BiC: Sergey had made a an effort to corner one of krafts... business associates or whatever they were but it proved undoable. He had rushed back to the Palace and was there to open the door for kraft. 'Actually we aren't so much as outnumbered as out-skilled.' Sergey waked bracingly toward the 20 men. 'You. Are you prepared to face that absurdly freakish apparition that has the cheek to walk in the guise of Saint Elimene, knowing full well that it would have no problem with ripping you apart with you using nothing but a blink?' Sergey's tone was mild, and outwardly he acted as though he questioned their courage but in truth he hoped they'd snap because of his insults toward the St. Elimene.
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Post by Matthias on Sept 1, 2007 10:27:19 GMT -6
Marzius inspected the men carefully, moving about to examine each one. He whispered to each of them, checking their motives. They all heard Sergey's demand, and had blanched a little at that. Marzius double checked each of them, smiling as he did so. Finally, he stepped in front of the group as a whole. Alexia had come out during the inspection, having heard the noise. Marzius leaned in and whispered to the paladin, who nodded.
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Post by Alexia on Sept 1, 2007 10:32:05 GMT -6
Alexia nodded to Sergey. "As my companion so eloquently put it, we are not facing a foe who will be gentle with us. Understand that you are putting your lives on the line to fight for us, and that most likely some of you will die," she scanned the group. They looked like a bunch of poorly trained thugs, and if Marzius was right... "We have decided that you will form a scout group, going ahead of the main force to test the enemy's strength. You will then report back to me for further orders. Is this understood?"
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Post by Kraft on Sept 1, 2007 13:50:59 GMT -6
(OoC: Niiiiice move. Good build up by Sergey and nice smackdown by Marzius and Alexia...My turn. ) Kraft was baffled. They knew. Perhaps they weren't sure yet, but they knew. He had to act. Not now, not when the other strong ones like Alexia and Sergey where around. He had to think... "Aaaah, these kind men are willing to do this job, mmmm?" He hoped the men would get the hint and wouldn't snap. "First we will all have a rest this night. And sir Marzius, I beg of you, these kind men are all friends I've met, it would grieve me to lose them so soon in battle. They are fully prepared to take on the task you demand of them but please, let them rest for just one night. One night to over think their lives, deeds, etcetera.... wouldn't that be jolly? Harharhar!" Kraft found his own speech pretty amusing. "This is a humble request from your humble servant, you cannot neglect this, eh? We've been through so m-much no?" Kraft was playing a dangerous game and it was a big gamble. He turned around and pointed at Kraul. "You!" Kraft said; "you would give your life for the cause, no?" He grinned at Kraul to make sure he'd give the right answer. "Yeah... Yeah! Sure!"And...?" Kraft said while wildy waving with his arm. "Aaaand, Me wuld like one nighte to think? Yez? Dat's it! Yeah, nighte, to think." Kraul said while looking suprised with the intelligence he showed today"Milord?" Kraft asked while turning around and grinning. By St. Elimine... Please...(OoC: Dang, this is fun.)
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Post by Matthias on Sept 1, 2007 14:36:35 GMT -6
"We've discussed this," Marzius's voice was icy, his tone broked no argument. "We need to strike as quickly as possible. If your companions cannot move tonight, then we'll have to go without them. It's that simple." He looked over the "troops." "I'm sure that they've thought about it to the extent they're capable of."
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Sergey
The "Before" years
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Post by Sergey on Sept 2, 2007 2:17:09 GMT -6
Sergey smirked at the neatly covered insult. perhaps he could end up liking this Marzius guy at all. Then he coughed and called upon his booming voice. 'WELL WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR, LET'S GET A MOVE ON!'
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Post by Kraft on Sept 2, 2007 4:00:28 GMT -6
Kraft felt that his 'troops' were not really trusting in his leader capacities anymore.
"Very well. Marzius. I will do what you say." Kraft turned around and took his soldiers with him and stopped.
"And exactly which way are we going?"
I've gambled and lost. I have to report to the Marquess. There are a few options for me to try, but none of them are very... desirable. I have to speak to Maeleeown and how, how am I going to deal with... this?
And then, Kraft got lucky. A few of the men, nervous of getting questioned, getting bullied around and hearing bad things about St. Elimine snapped.
Three of them jumped out of the group and went straight for the wrong doers. They thought they'd manage... After the three of them jumped out about half of the ones left followed in the attack and the other half deserted, leaving only Kraul and Jark standing next to Kraft.
Kraft reacted quick. He ordered Jark to inform the Marquess and looked back at the thugs who started attacking Marzius, Alexia and Sergey. Then he took out his knife and stabbed Kraul.
W-what? "Sorry mate." And Kraft finished him.
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Sergey
The "Before" years
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Post by Sergey on Sept 2, 2007 6:59:42 GMT -6
Sergey quickly drew his axe and rammed it into the skull of the first run at them. it was latched tight however and he was jumped by the two others. 'For Saint Elimene!' they proclaimed as they stuck their knives in him. They were quickly thrown of by same of the guards but it was too late. Sergey life flashed before his eyes and he was losing blood. 'Lyndsey,' He muttered, not even realising that she had no way of hearing him. 'You've gotta life on, you're the only one left.' Sergey coughed up some more blood. 'I can see my family again...' A light faded in Sergey's eyes as he fell down.
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