Session Start: Fri May 17 19:39:24 2002 *** GMAmy changes topic to 'Grandia: New Horizons | Chapter 29.0: The Search Resumes | Location: Tenkala, morning, July 9 | Session Start' ==Session Start== The next day dawns cool and cloudy, with a few sprinkles of rain to match the general mood around the village. Breakfast is being cooked in the dining area, drawing the party like moths to a flame... * Nathan saunters down to breakfast a bit late * Erellisae is already sitting at the breakfast table, diary open at the back next to her. Scribbles and very rough sketches adorn the back page. She looks low on sleep. --; * Dylan wishes he could fly like Dill and just float towards the food, but has to settle for walking * Nathan plunks down next to Erel and looks her over * Jalanda apparently has chosen to remain in her quarters despite the allure of breakfast. Those thathave passed her on the way might have noticed her hard at work peering into the crystalline depths of a magical crystal ball, searching single-mindedly for something. My dear Erellisae, I've seen frumpier-looking unmade beds ^_- Where did you go last night? We were waiting for you to come back * Erellisae looks up, sticking her tongue out at Nathan. "I couldn't find Cassidy anywhere. I... think I ended up sitting down and falling asleep at a table." ^^; * Mikari has found her way over to the breakfast area, and has had a wonderfully positive change of mood since yesterday. That is to say, she is now a quite energetic variety of grumpy rather than a sullen one. Ah, well I guess then the planning session will just have to take place this morning then, once folks assemble that is * Nathan waves to Mikari * Erellisae tugs at a bang, nodding as she glances at her rather scribbled diary. "True... I'm not exactly feeling too hot on ideas right now beyond the nice, simple, blow-stuff-up option." --; * Mikari sees Nathan, and follows his wave over to his table, giving a weak wave in return. She sits down at the table, and proceeds to eat the items on it very quickly and forcefully. * Nathan leans over to Erel, "By the way, I'm hurt that you didn't ask to include your favorite fishy friend into the "Let's go rescue Mitsuo" spiel." ^_- I had to hear about it secondhand ;) * Erellisae smiles wanly. "I... didn't exactly think many people'd approve of my going off in a mad rage to get Mits back." ^^; * Feray interrupts the generally peaceful though stressed atmosphere with a howl of annoyance from outside and you can hear her arguing heatedly outside the Inn with the healer. After a moment Feray stalks in. Noticably alone. Her annoyed look is almost comical. "Stupid moronic healer...it's not like I'm crippled..." * Nathan waves to Feray Sassing the healer again, huh? ;) * Feray exhales loudly as she lowers herself into a chair, sticking her tongue out at Nathan. "Shush, crabmeat. Not one word." * Erellisae eyes Feray with a rather suspicious, you-better-be-better look. ^^; I am on such the outs with this group today, I swear ;) * Feray turns to regard Erel with an arched brow and winks. "I know I'm sexy but you don't need to stare, littlebit." * Dylan arrives, yawning, and sits at the table with the others, and proceeds to half-doze.. * Nathan digs into breakfast with a wry chuckle And Dylan has discovered breakfast ;) Hmmm. Lily staggers in, covering a yawn. * Feray waggles her fingers at the sleepy Dylan in greeting, a grin gracing her lips before biting into a piece of bread. I'd rather have discovered more bed. * Mikari watches the two of them passively; she might normally be amused, but right now she looks quite grudging as she downs a very hot cup of the Tenkali equivalent of "coffee"... Heya, Lily. You look perky as well this morning. * Erellisae sticks her tongue out at Feray with a hmph, and blinks at breakfast, remembering it's there. She points, "Fo~od.", before shaking her head. "Ti~ired." ><; OK, since we have most everyone in attendance, save for Cassidy, perhaps we might get to planning? Lily shrugs. [Lily] Tired...up late worrying. *She seems to have something else on her mind, but she says little as she sits and halfheartedly grabs some breakfast. Armies don't move quickly to be sure, but we don't want to dally Lily looks around. [Lily] Where's Jalanda? * Feray regards Lily curiously before shifting her chair closer to Erel, pushing some breakfast towards the young mage, gazing at her with a 'eat or I force you to swallow' look. * Dylan munches on a fruit, making a face as he realises it's bitter.. * Erellisae smiles slightly wanly at Feray. "I knooow! Jus' lemme... wake up. Then go to bed again. Then wake up again." ^^; Nonetheless, she starts eating. * Nathan chuckles, glad to see some banter at the table * Feray snorts softly but grins, turning her gaze to the others. "Hmm..no Jal? Where is Cass? We'll need them both.." * Mikari nibbles on a hunk of bread. Grudgingly. With honey and butter. A good question. I suppose someone could go give Jal a shove if she's still alseep And Cassidy will come back when she's good and ready * Feray eyes Nate with a little in amusement at the 'good and ready' comment but shrugs. "Want me to hobble and get Jal?" If you like * Mikari puts down her food and finally says something. So, do we have a plan 'ere, or what? I'd go, but then she'd probably mutter something about a change in lifestyle in my future, then I'll be trying to walk down the stairs with a crystal ball shoved up my butt or something ;) * Erellisae blinks. "Wellll... it's not very fleshed out, but as of right now..." ... * Feray chokes on a mouthful of bread. * Feray swallows hard and bites her lip, refusing to look at Nate as she stands. "Bad. Very bad." * Feray heads off to Jal's room. * Nathan winks at Feray * Erellisae counts off on her fingers. "I blow stuff up, Feray and Nathan hit stuff, Cassidy goes invisible, Jalanda acts spookily mysterious..." * Nathan looks at Erel, "I think we can flesh that out a little better." ;) Feray and I had some ideas we wanted to toss around * Erellisae nods. "Well.. I was thinking, the villagers didn't seem to like the Church much... maybe we can get their help. But then, the villagers didn't like /me/ much either." ^^; * Mikari nods passively. * Cassidy enters, closing the door behind her.. somehow, it seems, this feels as though it's not the first time she's done this.. * I'd rather not involve the villagers if we can avoid it * Nathan waves Cassidy over * Jalanda is no doubt in her room as Feray approaches, the door to the treehouse loft half-open. Behind it you can see her pouring over images in her scrying ritual, almost oblivious to anything else. Come join the throng ;) 'Snotta bad idea, Erel, but these people don't leave their village ver'much. * Feray arches an eyebrow and knocks softly on the half open door, stifling a soft curse as she uses her gimped hand. * Cassidy saunters over, pulling up a chair and reversing it, sitting down and resting her arms on it's back, and resting her hands on her arms.. * * Erellisae shakes her head. "Not the Tenkali, the Nendasa people. The ones who rioted cuz I'd brought the Church there after me?" ^^;; I don't think we can count on them just yet. They're probably still upset * Jalanda pauses a moment to hold up an authoritative hand to Feray as she knocks on the door. "Enter and be still a moment yet, bright one..." * Feray opens her mouth to comment on the 'bright one' moniker but shrugs, trotting inside and standing patiently.. * Erellisae nods, resting her head on her arms on the table and looking glum. "I suppose... though maybe on our way out they'll notice what we're up to." ...Eh, I see. Maybe. *shrugs* S'gettin' close to mob tactics, though. That is possible of course But one crisis at a time Jalanda is staring deeply into her crystal ball, and after a moment, a vision begins to form... ..It would be easiest if you let me go alone. I can get him, and get out again before the Trieste arrives and levels their sorry behinds. * Jalanda narrows her eyes a bit, trying to focus on the imagery forming. "It is becoming clear at last... show me what must be shown, SPirits of Fate." The Trieste? * Erellisae nods, with a sigh. "I know, Cass... I was about to say that. But I'm coming with you to Nendasa if nothing else." The closer of the two airships currently en route.. * Mikari looks over at Dylan, then back at Cass with a questioningly raised eyebrow to echo the question. * Nathan thinks ETA? It would be nice to be in and gone before it arrives, that way it can just... blanket.. the area. An airship... heh. Gettin' extreme here, eh... not that I'm gonna complain at this point. I hope they aren't going to attack until we have secured Mitsuo? Jalanda sees a misty image beginning to form...a jungle, rather familiar. This jungle? A small group of people....one image becomes clearer. One of the people in the vision has long, thick, green hair... * Feray impatiently stands on her tippytoes and peers.. It would be possible, or it could become a ground-war.. but I'd just as soon keep casualties to a minimum. The green-haired woman makes some gestures, apparently giving some sort of speech. The group then begins to walk through the jungle again, heading, by the position of the sun, to the south. The vision fades... * Erellisae nods. "Even if I hate them, I don't want to see them dead... maybe Jiandir. But he's a special case...", she mutters, her fists tightening into fists as she tries to control the faint red aura appearing around them. "But I'm coming with you at least to Nendasa, if not the temple." * Jalanda tries to hold onto it as long as she can, before the energies fade and abate, the image torn away into the mists. She looks up intently at Feray. * Nathan is ignored, so resumes his musings * Feray backs her ears a little and looks slightly meek. "Hi. What the hell was -that-?" S'right. He's th'one manipulatin' 'em, anyway. 6*mutters a little* ..Maybe to the outskirts, where once I'm in and get Mitsuo, we can meet again. That would probably be best. Feena. She has appeared from the darkness at last to my sight. She treads through these lands of green to the south... No-one deflects one of my spells. >:( I'll hit him point blank if I have to. * Feray nods sharply. We need you downstairs. It's not a matter of honor, Erel. It's a matter of saving someone. Revenge can wait for another day, because it's a luxury. My apologies. I must impart this to the others. Eh. Erellisae, that doesn't likely ever work. ^^; * Feray tilts her head, gazing at Jalanda a moment. Cassidy's communicator begins to beep. * Jalanda arises from her seat with a jangle of bracelets and a flow of purple cloth, and the orb dims and vanishes into a fine vapor. * Erellisae hrmphs. "Then I'll wait til I'm better, and hit him with a /bigger/ spell." * Cassidy blinks a moment. * ^^;; * Feray opens her mouth and then closes it, turning and heading back to the group's position.. Yer beepin' ;) * Feray saunters into the common room and blinks. "Who's beepin'? And why? What'd I miss?" Cassidy's back And she's beeping * Cassidy reaches around into her backpack, digging out a device. * One second, guys. ^^; Oh. Hey, Cass. You should get that looked at. I'm sure the healer would gladly examine you. ^_- * Jalanda regards Feray's look with a slightly puzzled face, then follows her back to the meeting room. * Cassidy unfolds the little device and addresses it. * Yes? * Feray flops down into her chair with a soft grunt of pain. * Mikari eyes Cass' beeping, but turns back to Erel. "Not 'nough time for that." * Mikari nods to Feray. The point is to get Mitsuo and get out. Crushing comes later A voice comes from the communicator. "Lady Cassidy? Captain Flojar. The airships you requested will be late; a storm front has moved in across the mountains and will delay us at least most of the day. I'm terribly sorry." * Erellisae closes her eyes and rubs her forehead, looking weary. "I know... I know." She sighs, the red glow dissipating from her hands. * Feray twirls a chunk of bread on a fingertip. * Feray bumps it into the air and catches it in her mouth. ou'll get your chance Erel, just be patient * Cassidy nods. * Very well. Once the storm abates, proceed as planned, Captain. Without prejudice unless you hear from me beforehand. * Jalanda is holding her hands clasped in front of her and walks to the table at a leisurely pace, though her face is now quite serious. * Mikari yawns and sighs, in a little bit better spirits, but still a bit gloomy. The captain salutes. "Yes, ma'am." The communicator switches off. * Feray swallows the bread after chewing for a moment and juts a thumb to Jal. "Hate to break up the odd, scary tension amongst everyone today...but Jal has something important to say." * Cassidy flips the device closed. * Well, there you have it. We've got "most of the day" to get Mitsuo out of there. * Nathan looks to Jalanda Do tell * Jalanda nods. * Erellisae blinks, looking up from where she's resting her head on her hands. It appears the revelation I have long sought has been exposed in clarity. Feena is near. In fact, she travels to the south through the endless jungles towards her goal. Reeeeeeally? * Nathan considers that * Erellisae blinks again, perking up. "How... how near? If we find her, then the Church /has/ to free Mitsuo...!" Any sign of how or why she was previously concealed? * Jalanda shakes her head. "You know what blocked her and Justin from me is beyond my understanding, but it may just be the will of something greater that she has been shown after yesterday's events." "Most" of the day, eh... great. Cassidy, about how long would it take you to get in, get Mistuo, and get out again? Considering how far the army's already gotten. Feena and her entourage were making the trip in the morning sun. The same one burning brightly upon us this moment. Not long, if I got moving right soon. In the meantime, while I'm doing that perhaps you should go meet Feena, if at all possible. * Feray pauses. Hmm... * Mikari listens to Cassidy assessingly. * Feray looks to Erel idly, wondering if she'll protest not going along with Cass. If there was a way to mislead Jiandir as to where we've gone... We should make haste with any decision, lest we lose this opportunity. I'd prefer to send Jiandir charging in a direction away from us and this village * Erellisae is silent, looking rather in thought... then looks up at Cassidy. "...Mind if I still come along? He's... likely to need someone who knows how he's feeling." But if we don't have time then we don't have time If we can find Feena, we can win the trial, and maybe get the temple of our backs with becoming criminals? Depends if we have time to catch her, and get her to come back with us We don't know what she's doing, and there's a chance she may not want to divert from it * Cassidy stands and walks over to Erel, smiling warmly. * Under any other circumstances, I'd agree Erel. But this time.. this situation, I'm not so sure I can. It would be best.. faster, and safer, if I just did it alone. * Mikari nods to Dylan. "If it's convenient, d'be nice." You'd be talking to him before sunset that night, I could guarantee that. We also don't know how far ahead of us she is * Jalanda shakes her head. "Not far. The trees were some of the same we have passed ourselves on the temple journey." * Feray rubs a hand over her features and exhales tiredly, waiting for the group to get on with whatever they're doing, quietly letting the mask of good cheer slip while she thinks no one is looking. Then if we're going to do this, we'd best get jumping right now * Erellisae stutters slightly, then nods slowly, still looking thoughtful. "... alright. G'luck... when it comes down to it, maybe I'm the best to convince Feena, too..." I think, we must try to do things the right way, otherwise we tread a path over similar to the Temple's. If the word of the clergy holds weight yet, she is still heading to the settlements of Yindal and Jevrish on a pilgrimage. Okay. I'll be on my way then. Be careful everyone, and stay out of trouble. * Nathan nods to Cassidy Cass.....you too. * Mikari eyes Cassidy, considering whether to accept her idea. In her observation, she catches a glimpse of Feray sighing as well, but doesn't say anything... All right, I suggest the rest of us get going south * Cassidy stuffs the mysterious communications device back in her backpack and makes for the door. * Don't worry, I always am. ^^ Cassidy, wait. ....Eh, alright. * Cassidy turns. * Yes? * Jalanda turns her head to Cassidy as she leaves. * Cassidy tosses her backpack onto her shoulder.. * Lily stands suddenly. * Erellisae still looks uncertain, but plasters a wan grin on her face. "If he gets hurt, you're getting blasted, invisible or not!" It doesn't look too joking, however. ^^; Lily..? [Lily] Can you...handle this without me? I have something that needs to be done. Could you merely watch over Mitsuo, and save him if you have to. Resolving this via Feena is preferable, methinks. ...oooookay. Yeah, we'll handle it * Feray blinks slightly. Alright. Be well, Lily.. * Nathan raises an eyebrow, but lets Lily's comment slide Be careful, Lily. Seeing the way these guys have treated Mitsuo and Erel? And the villagers? I'd just as soon not inflict their gross stupidity on anyone else. * Jalanda bows her head. "Of course, madam Lily. I know your dreams stray elsewhere... don't take too much onto your shoulders too fast." Hrmm. Do as you see fit. You do anyway. * Nathan shoves a piece of bread into his mouth and gets ready to leave Lily nods solemnly. "Thanks. I have to leave right away." Standing she waves, heading for the door. * Cassidy smiles. * Buck up, Moo Man. It'll all work out in the end. * She grins a Rionish grin, and vanishes out the door. * * Feray stretches out, wincing softly, but then stands. "Ready to go." * Mikari sighs and gets up with Nathan, finishing off her hot beverage. * Erellisae nods, standing up. "... alright. So. Which way?" * Dylan stands up, stuffs a bun in his mouth, and opens the door, waving people out. South, and we'll work it out from there C'Mon, chop-chop! * Nathan steps out the door at Dylan's behest * Mikari steps outside and waits for the rest, her hands on her hips. * Jalanda nods respectfully as the two leave, and approaches a local Tenkali at the gathering place. "Excuse me..." * Feray trots after Nate but gazes after Jal with a veiled look. * Feray idly steps the wrong way, flails and falls face first into the dirt! X_x Gack! * Nathan goes to help Feray up o.O Wrong way huntress ^_- ....no thanks. I think I'll just lay here in the dirt with the shards of my dignity and pride. ;) Come on, up ya go ^_^ * Feray grunts and grabs Nate's hand, pulling herself up. She blushes furiously and brushes herself off. * Jalanda proceeds to inquire politely about jungle guides who might have ventured south from here, and their destinations. * Nathan grins a little * Mikari leans over and looks at Feray until she gets pulled up. "Y'know, it takes everyone /some/ time t'heal..." * Erellisae waits around, looking worried. * Feray sticks her tongue out at Mikari, the expression ruined by a patch of dust/dirt on the center of her forehead. After some time, Jalanda hears word of an archaeological survey team that passed through the village about a week before their arrival... * Mikari can't help but snicker a little bit at from the sight of Feray's pratfall. But hey, at least she's smiling. ^^; Feray, Mikari, do you think you can track Feena if we find the path? * Jalanda thanks the fellow, and returns to the group, relaying the information. "Perhaps this may be the group I was shown." * Feray reaches up to rub the dirt off, eyeing Dylan. "Can Nate morph into a tiny crab, Jal see the future, Erel blow shit up and Mikari swear like a sailor?" Yes. Yes I can, Dylan. ^_- It'll have to do I see you wit is more resilient to damage than your flesh, Ms. Feray. * Mikari nods to Dylan. "Yeah, one good foot print or definite sign'll be enough, an' then I know I can find a trail th'resta the way." * Feray grimaces and snorts. Very true. Let's go then. Clock's ticking ^_- Heh. * Feray rubs her head a little with a grimace and then nods to Nate. If that is their purpose, then we may be able to find traces of their passing.... let us be off then... * Nathan stands aside for Feray, "After you." ^_^ * Feray blinks. Ugh, not you too? I'm -not- the leader. Lead on people, and hope Feena has a limp. Perhaps, but -I'm- not the tracker ;) * Dylan makes shooing motions southward And it generally helps to follow the tracker if one is tracking something, ne? * Feray pauses and shrugs, agreeing with that. She begins to trot southwards. * Nathan heads off after Feray * Mikari snorts at the both of them, then follows in line behind Nathan, shaking her head. * Erellisae smile wanly as the group walks off, making a cross between a whimper and a snicker. "Hey, I just get the job of Alentian, and I get to talk to /two/ Icarians! Aren't I lucky...?" --; Life is a lottery Erel. And not all of the prizes are good ones * Feray stops in her tracks and turns to stalk over to Erel, towering in front of her with her best intimidating look on her face. ..? * Erellisae blinks, then eeps, cowering slightly. ^^; * Feray reaches out, hooks Erel up in her arms with the faintest of grimaces, and hefts the mage onto her back, giving her an impromptu piggy ride. She dashes forth once more, actually running! Less angst, more smiles! G-gyack! o_O;; * Nathan bursts out laughing! Hey! Do I get one of those if I get depressed? * Nathan charges off after Feray, laughing all the while * Mikari snorts at them and grins, crossing her arms while watching them. * Jalanda makes a small sigh, and follows the merry band into the wilds again, with purpose. "Unfortunately, your burdens of sagacity make it unlikely, Dylan... but one can hope for the impossible all the same." Some hours later, they are tromping through the jungle and have come across no leads so far. :/ Discouragement is growing, when all of a sudden, Feray spies a place where the trail is broken by someone's passing.... Hellooo...what's this? * Feray pauses, Erel still on her back despite the girl's protests, and stops. "Alright, this might be what we're looking for." Let's hope so * Feray dips down to let Erel slide off. * Feray trots forth and crouches a little, running her fingers over the dirt, all business now as she attempts to figure out the gender or number of people.. * Erellisae slips off, smiling at Feray, before looking around more seriously, watching Feray's movements. ^^ Hmm.. * Nathan smiles at Erel, glad to see he rin better spirits Feray can tell that the footprints are small, business-like boots, good for marching through jungle, and about the size of a women's feet. There are about five of them, traveling leisurely southward. * Jalanda steps lightly at this spot, looking around. "Mmm.. yes. This is not far at all..." Five women...mm...south.....hold on, while I've got a trail... * Mikari follows, hanging back a little while she lets Feray do the tracking for the moment, not without protest... * Nathan keeps an eye out for trouble while the group is stopped Must all the historical figures have a pack of female cohorts? Dunno * Jalanda nods to Feray, showing genuine respect for her skills in this case where hers fail. Maybe you get discounts as you go along ^_- * Feray chants softly and waves her palm over the sifted dirt before drawing the hand back, punching it roughly into the dark ground. She closes her eyes as glowing brown stone forms a gauntlet up to her elbow! ¤ Tracking! What, 2 for 1 chainmail skirts? * Feray snaps her eyes open and they are completely silver, pupils, irises and the surrounding tissue alike. I can see it. Let's go. Whatever floats their boat. Its thier party ;) * Dylan shrugs * Feray stands, tugging her gauntletted hand free from the dirt, and begins to stalk through the undergrowth. * Nathan heads off after Feray in the indicated direction * Dylan claps quietly and follows * Jalanda dutifily follows not far behind the huntress... * Erellisae slowly follows after Feray, trying to walk quietly. ^^ * Mikari eyes Feray, somewhat approvingly now, seeing a unique skill being used. * Feray scans the ground and the surrounding plantlife as she moves, seeing things the others can't see. Feray's tracking skills help them to move along quite quickly. As they go, they see scatterings of worked stone. Perhaps there are ruins up ahead... * Nathan notes the stones with growing interest * Jalanda mumbles quietly, "A familiar sensation... ancient hands again... there must be more ruins not far from here." * Mikari picks up one of the pieces of stone, and attempts to assess them using her own personal experience and knowledge... This is probably whereabout Feena was going to * Feray flexes her rock scaled hand idly as she moves, briefly sparing a thought and wondering what damage a rock hand would do to Jiandir's face. * Nathan takes a deep breath, smelling the air around him Ahead, the jungle parts to reveal a large pyramid of sorts, covered with creeping vines and moss. A few bright patches of color show that there are people up there.... Ah ha * Feray nods slightly and closes her eyes, clenching her hand. The rock scales fall to the ground, flaking off completely to leave her normal flesh behind. She opens her eyes again and they are normal. Let's go. Right, there it is. * Nathan presses on carefully * Jalanda stops her pace, looking upwards. "indeed. We are not alone in this place." * Erellisae looks carefully around the temple. "I wonder.." Let's just hope it's the right someone * Mikari watches Feray revert, idly wondering what a male member, i.e. Dylan, of her race would look like... images of a rock cow arise. Hmmm. Hearing footsteps, one of the women turns around, her long purple hair swinging. She raises an eyebrow, then taps one of her cohorts on the shoulder. * Feray strides forth, keeping a friendly look on her features until the people get identified. * Jalanda tries her best to scrutenize the group ahead from a distance, not acting just yet. * Nathan sticks close to Erel, just in case * Mikari looks over in the woman's direction cautiously. No real reason in this case, just that she's gotten even more prone to suspicion lately. The purple-haired women folds her arms and eyes them, not exactly with hostility, but not terribly pleased, either. "Who are you? Do you have clearance to be here? This is a restricted dig site, you know." The others turn around, two in generic uniforms of the Garlyle forces. The others are dressed in officers uniforms, like the purple-haired woman. The green-haired women...is not Feena. However, they do look rather familiar... * Erellisae heads towards the group, then blinks. "I... we were... looking for Feena..." ^^; * Feray grunts a little. . o O (Not a good sign) "Oh? She hasn't been seen in this area recently, from what I've heard. We're doing archaeological research for the Garlyle Forces. Can we help you?" The green-haired woman adjusts her glasses and smiles. * Mikari frowns. This doesn't look like it's going to be anything like the situation they were looking for. * Jalanda speaks softly, "The three sisters under the sword. A pleasant surprise." The redhead blink at Jalanda, confused. "Eh? What're you talking about?" * Feray turns and eyes Jal in amusement, as if to say 'Uh...where the hell is Feena?' She's not here Great * Erellisae shakes her head. "We... kinda needed Feena... You're /sure/ she's not around?" :/ * Feray murmurs to Nate. "Don't -make- me piggyback you." * Jalanda shakes her head. "It's not very important." She takes a moment to study the uniforms the forces wear, in comparison to what she saw in her crystal. * Nathan winks at Feray ;) * Feray grins a little and then turns her gaze to the women, wondering what the hell this means for Cass and Mitsuo. The redhead shrugs. "Pretty darn sure. Now, can we help you, or do I have to run you off?" She starts to draw her sword, but the green-haired woman puts a hand on her shoulder. "Oh, stop it, Saki. They're no threat. It isn't as if we're doing anything dangerous anyway." * Mikari frowns intensely, knowing that wasted time here could cost them another, different chance at retrieving Mitsuo... Were these the subjects of your vision, or is this a mere touch of fate's humour, Ms. Jalanda? * Feray arches an eyebrow at the redhead. Easy there, we're not lookin' fer trouble Nice sword. I appreciate a woman who likes a good scuffle. But Nathan is right, we're pretty much peaceful. * Erellisae sweatdrops, and takes a step back. ^^; Saki nods doubtfully, resheating her sword. "Well then, can we help you or not? We were about to make camp and start our investigation of the ruins, so if you need something, better ask now." * Jalanda doesn't seem much phased by the drawn weapon, and casts a glance to the green haired woman once. "It is a possibility, but this is not a simple chance encounter..." What's up with the ruins? Routine inspection, or is there something shiny in there? Jal, weird as it is, I gotta admit it's odd for you t'miss yer prediction by seein' the wrong green-haired gal. So, what gives? * Feray perks a little at the mention of something shiny. * Nathan looks at Feray, "We might want to warn them about the 'you know what' that might be on our heels Nana shrugs. "The Garlyle Forces have made it standard practice to continue supporting the pursuit of archaeology. Baal's misuse of that knowledge makes it imperative that we understand it and can prevent it from being misused again." * Feray arches an eyebrow at Nate in amusement. "That was subtle and mysterious. 'You know what'. Heh." Be that as it may, I do apologize for the interuption here in your work. *she bows* But I believe we may have something interesting to bring to the attention of Garlyle. I thought it was appropriate ;) Mio smiles. "Not such an interruption. What is it you think might interest us...?" * Erellisae is remaining rather quiet, keeping out the way slightly. :/ * Dylan blinks and wonders what the rest of the party is talking about.. * Feray glances at Erel. You would not have chanced to happen upon the Icarian Temple recently in your surveying? The jungle was filled with their ranks not only a night before. Nana raises an eyebrow. "Oh really?" The three exchange glances, their subordinates standing quietly behind them and listening. It seems they don't care much for the Icarian Temple... * Mikari finds a large hunk of rubble to sit on, and crosses her legs, listening. * Feray idly trots over to Erel and tosses an arm around her shoulders goodnaturedly. Yes, Jiandir himself was at the head of the ranks. This region no doubt holds many relics that might interest them, but in particular is their search for one of the order's patrons, Feena, drew our concerns. My apologies for mistaking you for her from a distance... * Erellisae looks up at Feray, then leans against her slightly. * Nathan grins at Erel and Feray, then turns to face north, keeping an eye out * Feray arches an eyebrow but doesn't ask what's wrong, instead just letting the unusually quiet girl lean on her a little. There is some quiet talking between the group, and then they turn and eye the others. "How do you know this? And why would you seek us out to tell us?" Saki frowns. * Erellisae steps forward slightly. "They... kidnapped our friend after attacking a nearby village. We needed Feena's help to make them free him..." * Feray eyes Erel as she steps forth from her protective shadow and blinks, looking for Nate idly as she waits for the chatter to stop and the action to begin. "Reeeeeeeeally?" Nana jabs Mio in the shoulder, and the three huddle again to discuss the matter. A moment later, they stand up straight. Mio smiles. "If you wish our help, we'll assist you in helping your friend." * Mikari raises an eyebrow with interest at Jal's mistake, having had the impression that fortunetellers didn't rely on physical appearance to help the predict. ^^; Eh, alright... is there a catch here? Saki shakes her head. "Nahhh. We've been looking for an opportunity to beat up on those puff-headed idiots for ages now!" She grins. * Dylan quickly pats Dill on the head, before it decides to contest that insult * Nathan listens to the conversation behind him, still facing north How long would it take to check if Feena is actually in the area, Ms. Jalanda? * Feray creeps up on Nate, silent, and scoops up some wet moss idly as she goes. She leaps onto him and stuffs it down the back of his tunic! I see. We are in your debt then... * Erellisae leans back, sighing slightly, before staring at the ruins a little. "Uh... can I ask a question? Did you find anything in the temple relating to--... uh, Liete?" * Nathan aks as his concentration dizzolves, and thrashes his arms behind him, trying to dig out the gruck o_O * Mikari sweatdrops at the three's motivation in this assistance. ^^; * Feray pats hard at the gooey lump. "Hey there, Nate! Good to see ya!" * Feray turns and -runs-. * Nathan grouses as he pulls out the back of his tunic, letting some of the gruck fall out in little chunks * Mikari frowns at Feray, this time thinking she's just a bit out of line with the childsplay... * Nathan turns around, smiling at the group ^_^ She'll be back ^_^ Nana, Saki, and Mio sweatdrop. * Jalanda turns her head to Dylan briefly. "The patterns here mark her passing, but she is long gone I'm afraid. We must be thankful for the doors that open ahead of us." * Nathan laughs quietly, admonishing himself * Dylan facepalms Do y'two need a room, or rather, yer own private ruin?... Nah, just funnin' ^_^ She'll get hers >;) * Dylan raises an eyebrow at Nathan Really? Indeed ^_^ Anyway, guys. What's the plan? * Jalanda turns back. "You may call me Madam Jalanda, I am a seer of Zil Padon." She nods politely to the three. "It is a shame we did not meet face to face at the Chandrinos summit." I suggest we wait here if possible, and wait as long as we can for Cassidy and Mitsuo Mio nods. "Yes indeed. Well, we can leave our assistants here to carry on the work. Lead the way?" Wandering around will just make it harder for them to find us * Mikari shakes her head and covers it with her palm momentarily for Nathan's sake. Mio suddenly realizes that Erellisae asked her a question. She shakes her head. "No, we didn't, but we have only just begun to investigate the site. It looks rather uninteresting though. I think they'd find us faster at the village, Nathan. * Feray is idly perched near the top of a -tree-, having scaled it deftly. She's peering quite intently into the distant, towards where Cassidy must be around now... * Erellisae blinks. "Wouldn't Tenkala be better? :/ We can at least... attempt to defend it, if the Church returns. And... thanks. I was kinda hoping, but..." True Of course that's also where Jiandir may come stomping back to Mio nods. "The Tenkala Village is a very hospitable place. It sounds like a good location for a rendezvous." Eheh. Don't go schedullin' dates there or anythin', though. They never asked t'be involved. Let's head back then * Nathan walks over to Feray's tree You can come down now ;) * Erellisae sighs, and looks around vaguely at a loss for what to do. ^^; "The temptation to blow off steam right now is pretty strong... don't think the forest'd like me much for it, though." :/ * Feray blinks out of thought and looks down in amusement. "Huh? Oh. Right!" But yeah, we wanna help protect 'em at any rate, s'well... * Feray begins the scurry down. * Nathan pats the tree Feray is in [Saki] Well, c'mon, let's go, time's a-wasting! * Jalanda shakes her head sadly. "Peace will return eventually... but first, we have an inquistion to face." One crisis at a time Mik' * Dylan stands there, rather confused... * Feray hops to the ground and sucks on a splinter in her thumb, heading for the group. ^^ * Nathan sets out back the way the group came It's an interesting little band that makes its way into the Tenkali village sometime later.... * Nathan digs out a few more flecks of moss from his personage * Erellisae sighs, looking around the now familiar village. "Wish I knew what to do now. Don' like waiting..." * Feray arches an eyebrow at Erel. "If you wanted, you could help me out." Not much choice Erel * Erellisae blinks at Feray. "Huh?" Healer gave me some ointment to rub on my more bruised, injured parts. Can't reach 'em myself... ^^; * Mikari has spent most of the trip marvelling on how nuts the three military girls are, and wondering just how they got to be officers... Nana, Saki, and Mio are arguing heatedly and cheerfully. * Nathan waggles a finger at Erel and Feray, "You two be good now." ;) * Erellisae nods. "Okay. ^^ That's probably the only way I'll get you to even /take/ medication, anyways." ^_~ * Dylan dozes against a tree, Dill sleeping on his head. * Feray snickers. ;) Alright, come on. ^_- * Feray waggles her fingers at Erel and trots off to the nearby healer's hut. * Nathan chuckles, and makes for the town gates to wait for any sign of Cassidy * Erellisae follows after Feray, looking slightly better. * Mikari sees Nathan leave, and being anxious, starts to jog after him to check as well. * Nathan nods to Mikari as she approached * Feray settles down after shooing the healer out of his own hut. She tugs out a jar of ointment and grimaces as she tugs up her tunic, gesturing weakly to the big bruises on her back :\ Eh, hi... Just a bit anxious for to return. ^^; Hate waitin'. * Jalanda settles into step, observing the three generals chemistry, welcoming a slight diversion from her worries over what the future brings. * Dylan snores, almost but not quite in harmony with Dill. Not much to do but wait. I'd suggest getting into the habit ;) Besides, being nervous isn't gonna help really Eheh. Well, don't count on it too soon. ^_~ ==Session End== *** GMAmy changes topic to 'Grandia: New Horizons | Chapter 29.0: The Search Resumes | Location: Tenkala, morning, July 9 | Session End' Session Close: Fri May 17 22:29:10 2002