Rumors & Events of Baldur's Gate

[Lux]

Rumour has it that a pig fighting pit in the Blushing Mermaid has ruffled some feathers with the local nobles. A few of them hired some adventurers to deal with the problem, and after being convinced to pay a hefty sum of gold (on the condition that their names would not be mentioned) the fighting element was moved to the arena outside the city.

Rumour also has it this operation was overseen by a lady in red...

[Snook]

A ragged priest of Ilmater can be overheard in local taverns, speaking of what occurred in the city recently. Apparently an unlikely group rid the city of the pig fights that were held in the docks district. Gold exchanged hands and the fights were relocated to the arena outside the city, much to the pleasure of some nobles who were apparently suffering from the “stink and sight of poor peasants and refugees”. The priest also kept talking of a jar of gold bearing a distinctive brown ribbon.

[Steve]

Subject: The Coast Way Adventuring Company

A parchment is posted upon the message board stationed outside the Elfsong Tavern. It reads:

Wanted—

The Coast Way Adventuring Company is seeking seasoned dwarven adventurer with tome-like knowledge in the arcane. Preferably with a mind and experience for travel...down into the unknown.

A Jon Smythe, residing at the Helm & Cloak, will receive the answer to this call. Finders fee to any that may point the way to successful resolve.

[Hoihe]

It is said that the Whistling Wanderess deported from Baldur's Gate without much parade or warning.

[Hoihe]

It is said that a short, lithe figure cloaked in red, wearing a set of leathers alternating colours of browns and greens has made a visit upon the alleged store in the harbour district where a supposed shrine of Mask exists, where one can potentially purchase goods not exactly considered legal by Ducal conduct.

[Azure]

A slender looking man wearing a brown hooded cloak and patchwork attire limps slowly along the Docks towards the Whistling Wandress sometime in the early hours of the evening. The frail looking fellow lingers long enough to gain the attention of one of the ships crew, then extends a widely sleeved arm and murmurs under his breath to them, before limping off and away into the night...

[Steve]

Days after the Battle in the near East, and when the Whistling Wanderess has returned to port under the skilled, swift guidance of the crew's Helmsman, Jon Smythe can be seen again at the Shelf of Many Books, his frequent haunt in recent times.

This day, with little care to be quiet and quite forward in his requests—acting with polite demand of one seeking knowledge in haste and with dire purpose—Smythe requests any records held in possession of the library regarding naval warfare upon the Chionthar. Specifically, any records related to strategic positions for launching and river-born attack positions, from the Gate as eastward as possible for most ship makes.

In addition, he queries the librarian over records or Journals of other Captains—even Baldur himself—as to the disposition of the Chionthar, and to its reliability for sailing upon it, in this time of year. As well, if there be known denizens of the river, spirits or creatures that either fight with or fight for its protection. Smythe can be heard commenting: "It's a damn spear into the heart of the City...and as it stands now, it divides the Army. Can it become a wall against it's greater formation? That secret, shall it reside in history, is to be found. Either way, Librarian..." he speaks his mind to her, whether she wants to hear it or not, "speed in sailing the Chionthar provides a flanking to whatever marches its banks, westward. That should not be lost when planning strategy...."

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Hours later, having left the Shelf of Many Books, Smythe heads back to the harbor and the Wanderess, moored there. He can be seen trying to engage both Calico Flint and Captain Deudermont. At times, his engagement seems to be a pleading with them...at others, showing them a hand with a gold coin in it.

[Hoihe]

The common visitors of the Temple of Ilmater and its residents would note an odd guest visiting and leaving without much word or action. They describe the guest as "Probably a woman", wearing a green dress. However, she is said to have medium to short length hair and rather androgynous features. Still, one thing is certain that this visitor of elven descent, with some human in it as well. Furthermore, she is said to have a hair as white as the coming snow.

[Mendoza]

A merchant ship drifts into Baldur's Gate harbor late in the afternoon. As it docks and the crew begin unloading its' cargo, several passengers depart to various parts of the city. One stocky man makes his way to the Palace District, visiting the inns there before leaving and heading towards the Elfsong Tavern. Upon arrival he talks with the innkeep for an extended period of time before handing over a small, canvas pouch. He then makes his way upstairs and is not seen until early the next morning, at which time he exits the Gate and heads south along the Trade Way.

[paw]

Herran scribbles out a few signs to post around Baldurs Gate

Open Stage Night the end of this tenday.

(Sunday 11/ 15/ 15 @ 1 PM EST - 1800 forum clock)

The theme of the Open Stage will be

ARRIVALS

[Hoihe]

There seems to be a half-elven lady of not entirely delicate features who makes semi-frequent visits to the temple of Ilmater. Wearing thick make up one could considered expensive if not lavish, she'd still seem to participate in the occasional hand needed during those visits. Some would say she delivers something each time.

[Steve]

In a day past, or possibly this day, maybe even hours ago...having left the Shelf of Many Books, Smythe heads back to the harbor and the Wanderess, moored there. He can be seen trying to engage both Calico Flint and Captain Deudermont. At times, his engagement seems to be a pleading with them...at others, showing them a hand with a gold coin in it.

[Hoihe]

Hoihe can be seen quizzing sailors about the recent weather conditions and what they believe might be coming in the next tenday, especially around Chiontar.

[Progressive-Psy]

*A flier is being passed around town, it says the following*

Come here, come near, come from everywhere!
The event of the year is soon to come, and
don't you fear there will be loads of rum!

Food and drinks there plenty will be, so
come lets have a dance you and me!
The Darius Holding Companies sale is near,
come by it wont cost you a tear!

Items will be sold, new good and old! The
bar will be free, so this is the place you
should be! The band will play, so we can have
fun all day!

In less than a ten-day an auction will be held at,
the White Mask Theater! There will be entertainment,
drinks and items for sale!

These are some of the items that will be up for auction!
Ring of the Knight, Ring of Might, Mithral Breastplate,
wizard set items, a scythe and other stuff!

((Sunday 22/11 21:00GMT!))

[NeonAvenger]

A sign goes up on the notice board.

LABORATORY ASSISTANT WANTED
Needed: One laboratory assistant

• Knowledge of alchemy a must
• Knowledge of magic preferred
• Discretion required

A simple test of skill will be administered to determine suitability

Please contact Maddy Thunderkeg at the Blade and Stars for more details.

// Please PM if your character is interested