Divinity
11-27-2011, 12:36 AM
Ceyrin says, "This is probably going to end poorly, but if you protect me I can kill them."
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Eahlstan says, "We're looking at half a dozen demons up there."
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Ryador gestures at Kipa.
A whirl of spiritual energy streaks down from above, creating a dully illuminated mantle around Kipa's form.
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Masrath says, "Hmmm."
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Gulldan just arrived.
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Gulldan just went south.
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High Lord Goldeath just marched off to the south.
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Risky just arrived.
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Gulldan just arrived.
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Ceyrin says, "All of them."
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Gulldan just went up the porch steps.
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Ryador snickers.
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Gulldan just arrived.
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Quoex renews his songs.
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Masrath asks, "Who's leadin?"
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Ryador yells, "Gerrover here ya uglies!"
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Gulldan says, "Ew."
>l
[Hearthstone, Courtyard - 410]
Before you stands a grand old manor, framed by huge willows to the east and west. The elegant trees sway gently in the moonlight, dappling the cobblestone courtyard with ever-shifting patterns of light and dark. Snippets of conversation drift away from the long porch stretching along the full width of the great old house, as several guests enjoy the hospitality and ambience of this fine hideaway. You also see the Gulldan disk, the Kipa disk, the white Masrath disk, the Bhuryn disk, the Perivan disk, the porch steps and a hollow tree stump.
Also here: Gulldan, Risky, Kipa, Masrath, Kesselius, Flechar, Lord Quoex, Bhuryn, Lord Perivan, Ceyrin, Ryador, Sir Eahlstan
Obvious paths: south
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A huge incarnadine vathor gestures into the air.
A wave of crimson ethereal ripples moves outward from a huge incarnadine vathor.
Gulldan is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 65 points of damage!
Left leg completely charred.
He is stunned!
Risky is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 15 points of damage!
Burst of flames char chest a crispy black.
He is stunned!
Kipa is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 50 points of damage!
Right leg aflame. When the smoke clears, there's nothing left.
She is stunned!
You are buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground. You are pinned in place, unable to move.
Roundtime 20 Sec.
... 50 points of damage!
Flame consumes your right arm all the way to the shoulder.
You are stunned for 10 rounds!
Masrath is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 70 points of damage!
Flame burns through Masrath's abdomen. Greasy smoke billows forth.
* Masrath drops dead at your feet!
The deep blue glow leaves Masrath.
Masrath just arrived. Wait, wasn't he here already?
Masrath glances around, looking a bit less confident.
The tingling sensation and sense of security leaves Masrath.
The shimmering multicolored sphere fades from around Masrath.
Masrath no longer bristles with energy.
The silvery luminescence fades from around Masrath.
The dully illuminated mantle protecting Masrath begins to falter, then completely fades away.
Masrath seems a bit less imposing.
Masrath appears somehow different.
The glowing specks of energy surrounding Masrath suddenly shoot off in all directions, then quickly fade away.
The brilliant luminescence fades from around Masrath.
The bright luminescence fades from around Masrath.
The powerful look leaves Masrath.
The light blue glow leaves Masrath.
Kesselius is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 90 points of damage!
Left leg completely charred.
* Kesselius drops dead at your feet!
Kesselius becomes solid again.
The brilliant luminescence fades from around Kesselius.
The bright luminescence fades from around Kesselius.
The glowing specks of energy surrounding Kesselius suddenly shoot off in all directions, then quickly fade away.
Kesselius returns to normal color.
The silvery luminescence fades from around Kesselius.
Kesselius seems a bit less imposing.
Flechar is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 65 points of damage!
Head explodes, splattering sizzling bits of flesh and bone everywhere.
* Flechar drops dead at your feet!
The dim celadon wisps about Flechar's hands flare up once more and fade completely away.
The powerful look leaves Flechar.
The dully illuminated mantle protecting Flechar begins to falter, then completely fades away.
Flechar appears less confident and fearless.
The brilliant luminescence fades from around Flechar.
Flechar's movements no longer appear to be influenced by a divine power as the spiritual force fades from around his arms.
The warm glow fades from around Flechar.
Flechar returns to normal color.
Flechar becomes solid again.
Flechar loses the flickering hazel energy surrounding him.
Flechar appears less battle-ready as a soft glow dissipates from around his form.
The light blue glow leaves Flechar.
Flechar seems to lose some focus as his eyes narrow and shift momentarily to one side.
A crimson mist bleeds out from Flechar's exposed skin.
Quoex is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 90 points of damage!
Right leg aflame. When the smoke clears, there's nothing left.
He is stunned!
Bhuryn is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 40 points of damage!
Left leg burned off at the knee. Ouch.
He is stunned!
Ravashaak is forced out of hiding as he is knocked to the ground by the crimson ethereal waves.
... 25 points of damage!
Flames incinerate left arm to the bone. Not a pleasant sight.
He is stunned!
Ceyrin is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 37 points of damage!
Right eye evaporates in a burst of flame. Death from shock follows.
* Ceyrin drops dead at your feet!
The deep blue glow leaves Ceyrin.
Deep blue motes swirl away from Ceyrin and fade.
The bright luminescence fades from around Ceyrin.
The silvery luminescence fades from around Ceyrin.
A shadow seems to detach itself from Ceyrin's body, swiftly dissipating into the air.
The glowing specks of energy surrounding Ceyrin suddenly shoot off in all directions, then quickly fade away.
Ceyrin seems slightly different.
The brilliant aura fades away from Ceyrin.
An ethereal golden collection bowl drifts out of Ceyrin, then vanishes.
Ceyrin becomes solid again.
The warm glow fades from around Ceyrin.
Ceyrin's movements no longer appear to be influenced by a divine power as the spiritual force fades from around his arms.
Ceyrin appears somehow different.
Ceyrin appears less battle-ready as a soft glow dissipates from around his form.
Ceyrin appears less confident.
The dull golden nimbus fades from around Ceyrin.
A subtle light fades from Ceyrin's eyes.
The air shivers about Ceyrin, glistening faintly before stilling to normalcy.
Ceyrin appears to lose some internal strength.
Ceyrin seems hesitant.
The misty halo fades from Ceyrin.
The brilliant luminescence fades from around Ceyrin.
A faint silvery glow fades from around Ceyrin.
The dim aura fades from around Ceyrin.
Ceyrin seems a bit less imposing.
Ceyrin appears less secure.
The shimmering multicolored sphere fades from around Ceyrin.
The powerful look leaves Ceyrin.
Ceyrin returns to normal color.
Ceyrin becomes unbalanced for a second, then recovers.
Ceyrin begins to breathe less deeply.
The very powerful look leaves Ceyrin.
The white light leaves Ceyrin.
The air calms down around Ceyrin.
The opalescent aura fades from around Ceyrin.
A white glow rushes away from Ceyrin.
The light blue glow leaves Ceyrin.
Ryador is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 35 points of damage!
Ryador takes a breath of super-heated air and expires gasping.
* Ryador drops dead at your feet!
Ryador becomes unbalanced for a second, then recovers.
The wavering glow around Ryador fades away.
A crimson mist bleeds out from Ryador's exposed skin.
Ryador loses the flickering blue-grey energy surrounding him.
Ryador seems to lose some focus as his eyes narrow and shift momentarily to one side.
Ryador appears to lose some internal strength.
Ryador's movements no longer appear to be influenced by a divine power as the spiritual force fades from around his arms.
Ryador appears less battle-ready as a soft glow dissipates from around his form.
The dull golden nimbus fades from around Ryador.
The glowing specks of energy surrounding Ryador suddenly shoot off in all directions, then quickly fade away.
Ryador seems hesitant.
The brilliant luminescence fades from around Ryador.
Ryador seems a bit less imposing.
The dim celadon wisps about Ryador's hands flare up once more and fade completely away.
The very powerful look leaves Ryador.
The white light leaves Ryador.
Ryador appears less confident and fearless.
The dully illuminated mantle protecting Ryador begins to falter, then completely fades away.
The deep blue glow leaves Ryador.
The bright luminescence fades from around Ryador.
The light blue glow leaves Ryador.
Ryador seems slightly different.
The silvery luminescence fades from around Ryador.
The warm glow fades from around Ryador.
The powerful look leaves Ryador.
A faint silvery glow fades from around Ryador.
Eahlstan is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 50 points of damage!
A large patch of flesh is seared off Eahlstan's back.
He is stunned!
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The ghostly voice of Masrath says, "I could just meteor swarm."
>
You feel at full magical power again.
>
The white Masrath disk disintegrates, dropping everything on the ground.
>chat FOUND IT!
The ghostly laughter of Ryador echoes through the room, sending a shiver down your spine.
>
The ghostly voice of Masrath asks, "Whoa?"
>
Suddenly you have the strangest feeling that you are being watched.
The feeling fades as quickly as it came.
>;stand
--- Lich: stand is already running (use ;force [scriptname] if desired).
Suddenly you have the strangest feeling that you are being watched.
The feeling fades as quickly as it came.
>
Perivan mutters under his breath.
>l
[Hearthstone, Courtyard - 410]
Before you stands a grand old manor, framed by huge willows to the east and west. The elegant trees sway gently in the moonlight, dappling the cobblestone courtyard with ever-shifting patterns of light and dark. Snippets of conversation drift away from the long porch stretching along the full width of the great old house, as several guests enjoy the hospitality and ambience of this fine hideaway. You also see the Gulldan disk, the Kipa disk, the Bhuryn disk, the Perivan disk, the porch steps and a hollow tree stump.
Also here: a stunned Gulldan who is lying down, Risky who is lying down, a stunned Kipa who is lying down, the body of Masrath who is lying down, the body of Kesselius who is lying down, the body of Flechar who is lying down, a stunned Lord Quoex who is lying down, a stunned Bhuryn who is lying down, a stunned Ravashaak who is lying down, Lord Perivan, the body of Ceyrin who is lying down, the body of Ryador who is lying down, a stunned Sir Eahlstan who is lying down
Obvious paths: south
>chat rofl and I survived. <3
Ravashaak's muscles twitch and a strained look crosses his face.
Ravashaak stands up.
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A huge incarnadine vathor just went south.
>
Suddenly you have the strangest feeling that you are being watched.
The feeling fades as quickly as it came.
>
Perivan seems slightly different.
>
Eahlstan seems slightly different.
>
Ravashaak seems slightly different.
>
Bhuryn seems slightly different.
>
Suddenly you have the strangest feeling that you are being watched.
The feeling fades as quickly as it came.
>
Risky stands up.
>
The ghostly voice of Ceyrin says, "Uhm..."
>
Scribe Ardwen just arrived.
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A huge incarnadine vathor just arrived.
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Scribe Ardwen just went south.
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Perivan seems hesitant, looking unsure of himself.
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Ravashaak seems hesitant, looking unsure of himself.
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Bhuryn seems hesitant, looking unsure of himself.
>
Eahlstan seems hesitant, looking unsure of himself.
>
Perivan's movements no longer appear to be influenced by a divine power as the spiritual force fades from around his arms.
>
Ravashaak's movements no longer appear to be influenced by a divine power as the spiritual force fades from around his arms.
>
Bhuryn's movements no longer appear to be influenced by a divine power as the spiritual force fades from around his arms.
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Lord Perivan just went south.
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[stand]>stance off
You are still stunned.
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[Roll result: -158 (open d100: 23)]
Risky attempts to feint to the right, but fails miserably, leaving himself vulnerable and off-balance.
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A blinding flash of lightning is quickly followed by a low rumble of thunder.
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Bhuryn beseeches his deity for some divine assistance.
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[stand]>stance off
The ghostly voice of Ceyrin says, "That vathor was a stealthy one."
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Bhuryn struggles to stand, but fails.
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[stand]>stand
You are now in an offensive stance.
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You stand back up.
>
[stand]>stance defensive
You are now in a defensive stance.
>s
Ravashaak just went up the porch steps.
>
Eahlstan says, "We're looking at half a dozen demons up there."
>
Ryador gestures at Kipa.
A whirl of spiritual energy streaks down from above, creating a dully illuminated mantle around Kipa's form.
>
Masrath says, "Hmmm."
>
Gulldan just arrived.
>
Gulldan just went south.
>
High Lord Goldeath just marched off to the south.
>
Risky just arrived.
>
Gulldan just arrived.
>
Ceyrin says, "All of them."
>
Gulldan just went up the porch steps.
>
Ryador snickers.
>
Gulldan just arrived.
>
Quoex renews his songs.
>
Masrath asks, "Who's leadin?"
>
Ryador yells, "Gerrover here ya uglies!"
>
Gulldan says, "Ew."
>l
[Hearthstone, Courtyard - 410]
Before you stands a grand old manor, framed by huge willows to the east and west. The elegant trees sway gently in the moonlight, dappling the cobblestone courtyard with ever-shifting patterns of light and dark. Snippets of conversation drift away from the long porch stretching along the full width of the great old house, as several guests enjoy the hospitality and ambience of this fine hideaway. You also see the Gulldan disk, the Kipa disk, the white Masrath disk, the Bhuryn disk, the Perivan disk, the porch steps and a hollow tree stump.
Also here: Gulldan, Risky, Kipa, Masrath, Kesselius, Flechar, Lord Quoex, Bhuryn, Lord Perivan, Ceyrin, Ryador, Sir Eahlstan
Obvious paths: south
>
A huge incarnadine vathor gestures into the air.
A wave of crimson ethereal ripples moves outward from a huge incarnadine vathor.
Gulldan is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 65 points of damage!
Left leg completely charred.
He is stunned!
Risky is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 15 points of damage!
Burst of flames char chest a crispy black.
He is stunned!
Kipa is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 50 points of damage!
Right leg aflame. When the smoke clears, there's nothing left.
She is stunned!
You are buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground. You are pinned in place, unable to move.
Roundtime 20 Sec.
... 50 points of damage!
Flame consumes your right arm all the way to the shoulder.
You are stunned for 10 rounds!
Masrath is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 70 points of damage!
Flame burns through Masrath's abdomen. Greasy smoke billows forth.
* Masrath drops dead at your feet!
The deep blue glow leaves Masrath.
Masrath just arrived. Wait, wasn't he here already?
Masrath glances around, looking a bit less confident.
The tingling sensation and sense of security leaves Masrath.
The shimmering multicolored sphere fades from around Masrath.
Masrath no longer bristles with energy.
The silvery luminescence fades from around Masrath.
The dully illuminated mantle protecting Masrath begins to falter, then completely fades away.
Masrath seems a bit less imposing.
Masrath appears somehow different.
The glowing specks of energy surrounding Masrath suddenly shoot off in all directions, then quickly fade away.
The brilliant luminescence fades from around Masrath.
The bright luminescence fades from around Masrath.
The powerful look leaves Masrath.
The light blue glow leaves Masrath.
Kesselius is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 90 points of damage!
Left leg completely charred.
* Kesselius drops dead at your feet!
Kesselius becomes solid again.
The brilliant luminescence fades from around Kesselius.
The bright luminescence fades from around Kesselius.
The glowing specks of energy surrounding Kesselius suddenly shoot off in all directions, then quickly fade away.
Kesselius returns to normal color.
The silvery luminescence fades from around Kesselius.
Kesselius seems a bit less imposing.
Flechar is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 65 points of damage!
Head explodes, splattering sizzling bits of flesh and bone everywhere.
* Flechar drops dead at your feet!
The dim celadon wisps about Flechar's hands flare up once more and fade completely away.
The powerful look leaves Flechar.
The dully illuminated mantle protecting Flechar begins to falter, then completely fades away.
Flechar appears less confident and fearless.
The brilliant luminescence fades from around Flechar.
Flechar's movements no longer appear to be influenced by a divine power as the spiritual force fades from around his arms.
The warm glow fades from around Flechar.
Flechar returns to normal color.
Flechar becomes solid again.
Flechar loses the flickering hazel energy surrounding him.
Flechar appears less battle-ready as a soft glow dissipates from around his form.
The light blue glow leaves Flechar.
Flechar seems to lose some focus as his eyes narrow and shift momentarily to one side.
A crimson mist bleeds out from Flechar's exposed skin.
Quoex is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 90 points of damage!
Right leg aflame. When the smoke clears, there's nothing left.
He is stunned!
Bhuryn is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 40 points of damage!
Left leg burned off at the knee. Ouch.
He is stunned!
Ravashaak is forced out of hiding as he is knocked to the ground by the crimson ethereal waves.
... 25 points of damage!
Flames incinerate left arm to the bone. Not a pleasant sight.
He is stunned!
Ceyrin is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 37 points of damage!
Right eye evaporates in a burst of flame. Death from shock follows.
* Ceyrin drops dead at your feet!
The deep blue glow leaves Ceyrin.
Deep blue motes swirl away from Ceyrin and fade.
The bright luminescence fades from around Ceyrin.
The silvery luminescence fades from around Ceyrin.
A shadow seems to detach itself from Ceyrin's body, swiftly dissipating into the air.
The glowing specks of energy surrounding Ceyrin suddenly shoot off in all directions, then quickly fade away.
Ceyrin seems slightly different.
The brilliant aura fades away from Ceyrin.
An ethereal golden collection bowl drifts out of Ceyrin, then vanishes.
Ceyrin becomes solid again.
The warm glow fades from around Ceyrin.
Ceyrin's movements no longer appear to be influenced by a divine power as the spiritual force fades from around his arms.
Ceyrin appears somehow different.
Ceyrin appears less battle-ready as a soft glow dissipates from around his form.
Ceyrin appears less confident.
The dull golden nimbus fades from around Ceyrin.
A subtle light fades from Ceyrin's eyes.
The air shivers about Ceyrin, glistening faintly before stilling to normalcy.
Ceyrin appears to lose some internal strength.
Ceyrin seems hesitant.
The misty halo fades from Ceyrin.
The brilliant luminescence fades from around Ceyrin.
A faint silvery glow fades from around Ceyrin.
The dim aura fades from around Ceyrin.
Ceyrin seems a bit less imposing.
Ceyrin appears less secure.
The shimmering multicolored sphere fades from around Ceyrin.
The powerful look leaves Ceyrin.
Ceyrin returns to normal color.
Ceyrin becomes unbalanced for a second, then recovers.
Ceyrin begins to breathe less deeply.
The very powerful look leaves Ceyrin.
The white light leaves Ceyrin.
The air calms down around Ceyrin.
The opalescent aura fades from around Ceyrin.
A white glow rushes away from Ceyrin.
The light blue glow leaves Ceyrin.
Ryador is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 35 points of damage!
Ryador takes a breath of super-heated air and expires gasping.
* Ryador drops dead at your feet!
Ryador becomes unbalanced for a second, then recovers.
The wavering glow around Ryador fades away.
A crimson mist bleeds out from Ryador's exposed skin.
Ryador loses the flickering blue-grey energy surrounding him.
Ryador seems to lose some focus as his eyes narrow and shift momentarily to one side.
Ryador appears to lose some internal strength.
Ryador's movements no longer appear to be influenced by a divine power as the spiritual force fades from around his arms.
Ryador appears less battle-ready as a soft glow dissipates from around his form.
The dull golden nimbus fades from around Ryador.
The glowing specks of energy surrounding Ryador suddenly shoot off in all directions, then quickly fade away.
Ryador seems hesitant.
The brilliant luminescence fades from around Ryador.
Ryador seems a bit less imposing.
The dim celadon wisps about Ryador's hands flare up once more and fade completely away.
The very powerful look leaves Ryador.
The white light leaves Ryador.
Ryador appears less confident and fearless.
The dully illuminated mantle protecting Ryador begins to falter, then completely fades away.
The deep blue glow leaves Ryador.
The bright luminescence fades from around Ryador.
The light blue glow leaves Ryador.
Ryador seems slightly different.
The silvery luminescence fades from around Ryador.
The warm glow fades from around Ryador.
The powerful look leaves Ryador.
A faint silvery glow fades from around Ryador.
Eahlstan is buffeted by the crimson ethereal waves, and knocked to the ground.
... 50 points of damage!
A large patch of flesh is seared off Eahlstan's back.
He is stunned!
>
The ghostly voice of Masrath says, "I could just meteor swarm."
>
You feel at full magical power again.
>
The white Masrath disk disintegrates, dropping everything on the ground.
>chat FOUND IT!
The ghostly laughter of Ryador echoes through the room, sending a shiver down your spine.
>
The ghostly voice of Masrath asks, "Whoa?"
>
Suddenly you have the strangest feeling that you are being watched.
The feeling fades as quickly as it came.
>;stand
--- Lich: stand is already running (use ;force [scriptname] if desired).
Suddenly you have the strangest feeling that you are being watched.
The feeling fades as quickly as it came.
>
Perivan mutters under his breath.
>l
[Hearthstone, Courtyard - 410]
Before you stands a grand old manor, framed by huge willows to the east and west. The elegant trees sway gently in the moonlight, dappling the cobblestone courtyard with ever-shifting patterns of light and dark. Snippets of conversation drift away from the long porch stretching along the full width of the great old house, as several guests enjoy the hospitality and ambience of this fine hideaway. You also see the Gulldan disk, the Kipa disk, the Bhuryn disk, the Perivan disk, the porch steps and a hollow tree stump.
Also here: a stunned Gulldan who is lying down, Risky who is lying down, a stunned Kipa who is lying down, the body of Masrath who is lying down, the body of Kesselius who is lying down, the body of Flechar who is lying down, a stunned Lord Quoex who is lying down, a stunned Bhuryn who is lying down, a stunned Ravashaak who is lying down, Lord Perivan, the body of Ceyrin who is lying down, the body of Ryador who is lying down, a stunned Sir Eahlstan who is lying down
Obvious paths: south
>chat rofl and I survived. <3
Ravashaak's muscles twitch and a strained look crosses his face.
Ravashaak stands up.
>
A huge incarnadine vathor just went south.
>
Suddenly you have the strangest feeling that you are being watched.
The feeling fades as quickly as it came.
>
Perivan seems slightly different.
>
Eahlstan seems slightly different.
>
Ravashaak seems slightly different.
>
Bhuryn seems slightly different.
>
Suddenly you have the strangest feeling that you are being watched.
The feeling fades as quickly as it came.
>
Risky stands up.
>
The ghostly voice of Ceyrin says, "Uhm..."
>
Scribe Ardwen just arrived.
>
A huge incarnadine vathor just arrived.
>
Scribe Ardwen just went south.
>
Perivan seems hesitant, looking unsure of himself.
>
Ravashaak seems hesitant, looking unsure of himself.
>
Bhuryn seems hesitant, looking unsure of himself.
>
Eahlstan seems hesitant, looking unsure of himself.
>
Perivan's movements no longer appear to be influenced by a divine power as the spiritual force fades from around his arms.
>
Ravashaak's movements no longer appear to be influenced by a divine power as the spiritual force fades from around his arms.
>
Bhuryn's movements no longer appear to be influenced by a divine power as the spiritual force fades from around his arms.
>
Lord Perivan just went south.
>
[stand]>stance off
You are still stunned.
>
[Roll result: -158 (open d100: 23)]
Risky attempts to feint to the right, but fails miserably, leaving himself vulnerable and off-balance.
>
A blinding flash of lightning is quickly followed by a low rumble of thunder.
>
Bhuryn beseeches his deity for some divine assistance.
>
[stand]>stance off
The ghostly voice of Ceyrin says, "That vathor was a stealthy one."
>
Bhuryn struggles to stand, but fails.
>
[stand]>stand
You are now in an offensive stance.
>
You stand back up.
>
[stand]>stance defensive
You are now in a defensive stance.
>s
Ravashaak just went up the porch steps.