Orphanage and Orphans of Baldur's Gate (Player/DM IC RP)

[Tsidkenu]

After a meeting with Telia, Endelyon and Aeric soured upon mention of Charraj, for the second time, Aeili politely and quietly left Pathfinder's Hall. She returned later (Nea also appearing from the shadows) and after some further conversation with Elly, Aeric and Nea, she left a beautifully bound and illustrated book in the sitting room.

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Yes, it is now an IG book!

[Duster47]

Regarding this post.

* Neat block script on mundane quality parchment *

Sister Juna,

It was a great honor to gain your council and talk to the children. I was glad to get your letter listing the children you believe have a strong, open heart and mind to join the freedom of our tribe.

I read your letter to the Tribe. We talked about each child. I do remember seeing some of them as described in your letter when I visited there. It was obvious some where less walled-in than others.

Our shamans are very concerned about Falca and Filip. What spirits haunt them and why? I believe we can help them overcome their hauntings. My daughter, Faldorn, who is five winters old, may be helpful too. She has a gift from the feywild spirits with animals. Falca and Filip will have a child to play with and learn from.

I am very concerned about Anika and the two boys. They feel very close to my heart. I worry if they continue their wild ways it will only lead to heartbreak and ruin, or worse, as it did for me. My chief is particularly interested in what Lion Blade Dorne is teaching them.

I ask that I meet with you again and meet these children. We can share words across a campfire. Then I can learn their true heart's desire and they can learn more about my tribe through me. Together we can learn if they truly want to join our tribe. Know we have a cot in a tent for each of them, if they are willing to join us. The brother and sister pairs will be kept together. No one will be left out in the cold. I also want to meet Lion Blade Dorne.

I look ahead as falcon to a new day to your reply and we meet again.

Nerys, Emissary of the Greyfox Tribe

[kleomenes]

During the morning prayer kids are quiet, still drowsy and slightly disorientated. Even Timmy and Dannic seem to be behaving well. Stern, heavy look that Sylvi appears to keep over them, holds the rascals in check. Children are used by now to the routine and the usual outline of the prayers.

Ameris' approval at the oderly conduct would be evident. He would indeed compliment Sylvi on her efforts.

Telia's part in the morning prayers comes out as a surprise to the children. They way she looks doesn't make it any better. Her presence, now that children are starting to wake up properly, catches their attention. In a way, the finery of her clothing and the way she looks make it difficult for them to focus properly on the words she is saying.

Timmy would gape in wonder, curiosity and awe at the woman when she approached him, he definitely didn't catch a word from what she was talking about. He would go unusually still when she started straightening his tunic.

Amanda, on the other hand, would be the only child in the group not looking much Telia's way. When the woman approached her, girl would move away, hiding behind whoever was standing closest.

Quinn would turn an impressive shade of deep red upon being touched by Telia. Which, in turn, would cause Dannic to giggle and nudge Quinn into the side. The joker of the group would whisper something to the older boy with a crooked smile.

Andrew would grab the little notebook he carries around, rubbing the edge of it nervously. His gaze would be practically glued to Telia while he does so. It is obvious he itches to draw something. Perhaps the sorceress herself.

Mili would look to the finery surrounding Telia with a curious and studious gaze. She would tug at her plain, simple dress in thought, her expression turning a little bit self-conscious. But it would be soon gone when she turned her attention to the words spoken by Ameris' wife. The oldest one the group would most likely be the only one actually paying attention. Upon touching, she would smile gently to Telia.

Ameris might be quite surprised at these reactions. And it would be evident that they both amuse, and please him. He would not intervene, or indeed pass comment around the children. They would notice his smile, though.

Plain, kind but boring priest, personality to which children are so used to, would be almost ignored during breakfast. The only one paying attention to Ameris would be Quinn. The quiet, earnest-looking boy would ask the priest if it would be possible for him to get some thick needles and threads so he could repair his and Timmy's shoes.

Timmy would try to sit -very close- to Telia and share his bread covered with jam with her. He would not speak much, entirely taken by the beautiful, kind and nicely smelling woman.

Dannic would attempt to shower the sorceress with questions about performances, but Sylvi would put a quick end to it, stating that there is much to do after breakfast and there is no time to waste for such debate now.

Andrew would sit and when Sylvi is not looking he would draw few lines in his notebook.

Amanda would barely touch the food, nibbling at it with a remote look on her face.

Mili would be quickly done with her portion eager to start the lessons planned for today.

Ameris would engage with Quinn, promising to bring him that which he needs and speaking with approval of his task. And indeed, when Ameris returns later, the needles and threads are provided from those used in the Temple of Ilmater.

Ameris would try and encourage Amanda to eat, in a gentle voice. He would not press her though.

Ameris' table manners might be noticed to be impeccable. As might his excessive thanks to anyone who hands him anything.

After dinner Sylvi would sit the kids in a circle and then allow Ameris to introduce himself and say the things the priest intended to say before she takes over and asks children if there is anything they wish to share.

Quinn, as pragmatic as he is, mentions the need of fixing his and Timmy's shoes or perhaps giving the younger one a new set. When asked about kindness he shrugs gently saying that everyone should be kind to one another.

Mili thanks the Lion's for their care and support of the children and asks if she could be of any help. Then she would speak about kindness saying that kindness needs to be answered with kindness and offered to those who lack or need it. That only a gentle and kind approach can breed good deeds.

Andrew would mention that kindness is something everyone should try to use as much as possible because kind people have pretty faces, faces easier to draw.

Dannic would try to argue that kindness can be shown in different ways, that making someone laugh, tickle someone sad and tease other brings them joy, which is his way of being kind.

Amanda remains silent, there would be a palpable tension about the girl. She casts many nervous glances about the room and avoids looks of other people.

Timmy once again sits himself as close to Telia as possible, more confident this time he clenches his little, a bit dirty hand on the fabric of the dress that sorceress is wearing.

Sylvi would listen to the kids then add some commentary to their words. Noting Amanda's behavior, she repeats Ameris' words about everyone making sure that the children are safe. She reminds them about their duties and responsibilities to do homework and help with chores. Later on, Sylvi adds her own thoughts about kindness before concluding the group talks and ushering kids to go back to their tasks.

Ameris would take note of any medical problems he might have identified; if not given the chance during the group discussions he would do so before bed, after asking Sylvi of anything he should be aware of.

He would speak with approval of the words said by each child. The perceptive might think he is trying too hard on this point!

He would take note of Amanda's quietness.

During the day kids are creating the usual amount of noise, a group of them would do. During the night, after a fully packed with tasks day, they drop exhausted into their beds and do not disturb anyone. With the exception of Amanda that wakes up screaming every now and then. But Sylvi handles that quickly enough before it becomes a bigger disturbance.

Ameris would, after evening prayers one night, approach Amanda and ask her to sit by the Alatar of Tyr with him. He would speak some quiet words to her.

[DM Arrakeen]

Mili, Dannic, Andrew and Timmy show some interest in Aaron. Mili asks about subjects the young knight wants to teach. Dannic and Andrew ahs him about the knight equipment and how did he become a knight. Timmy just tries to mimic Aarons behavior before running off to search for Telia to tell her a story...

Quinn greets Aaron politely by other than that he doesn't approach the man.

Amanda ignores Aaron and if approached, she just looks to the floor and moves away.

As Mili asks the Knight about subjects, his eyes would grow slightly in his own excitement for the topics. "I have many things to teach you all. We will be practicing our reading skills while studying history. Great battles fought by those who stood against great tyrants as well as times of peace and prosperity. About heroes who inspire us to better ourselves. Far away kingdoms, and even some about this very city." He would try to emphasis these points in a way that would sound fun and exciting for the children (Though, with a Perform skill of 8, it may not have been the best performance).

As the two boys ask him about his equipment, Aaron would reply, "My sword was a gift for service in Cormyr." Without drawing the sword out of its scabbard, he would show Dannic and Andrew the scabbard, letting them see the etch work along the surface and ruby in the pommel. Knocking on the breast plate of his full plate armor, he would tell them. "My armor was a gift from my old mentor, Sir Philip Highthorne. He commissioned dwarven crafters, that live far away from here, to make this for me. It is enhanced with the scales from a Blue Dragon to help protect me from harm." He would pause if there was any effect to the part about dragon scales. "As to how I became a knight? Well, that is a long story and, if you really want to know, I can tell you when we have more time. Perhaps after a lesson one day."

Aaron would offer Timmy a smile and ruffle his hair a bit as he mimicked his motions, before he ran off.

He would note Quinn's more calm nature and move on from bothering the boy after his introduction.

Noticing the apprehension from Amanda, the knight would watch her move off, as he approached. After a thoughtful moment, he would remove a small sweet from his bags and place it where the girl had sat, then give her space so that she would feel more comfortable returning to her place.

After greeting the children, Aaron would leave the Hall for a time and return with a cart full of books and writing materials. He would set up for one of his shifts to act as protector of the children, by sitting in a chair near Quinn, without any words. From out of his bags he would pull a piece of untouched wood and a little carving knife and begin to carve a knight chess piece in the wood (Though it would likely be crude at the best). If Quinn took notice at all, he would notice that Aaron had placed another piece of wood and small carving knife on the table between himself and Quinn.

The topic of history doesn't leave much of an impression with Amanda or Timmy but the rest of kids appears mildly interested.

Dannic would gently press for the Knighthood story from Aaron, whenever the Knight had time.

After a longer while Amanda comes back to where she was and picks up the little sweet gift before darting away somewhere.

Quinn observes the chess piece, then after searching a moment in his tools picks up a small blade and a piece of wood from in front of the fireplace. A thoughtful moment passes then he starts his own carving and soon a rook piece, even and well proportioned, stands in front of the knight.

[DM Arrakeen]

This seems to make the skittish, withdrawn Amanda even more paranoid. Child seems to appear rather fearful and nervous. She looks around a lot and is rather jumpy. The number of adults and strangers doesn't help really.

Only Dannic seems to be intrigued by the woman that secluded herself from them. He slips silly notes under the kitchen doors.

Not one to take teasing very well, Tarina is rather self-conscious about the notes being slipped into the kitchen and is quick to discard them when she sees them. She otherwise doesn't respond to them; it seems only to make her more wary of interacting with the children in any direct way. The times when they are most likely to see her is when she is going around the Hall to clean, or during Ameris's morning and evening prayers, which she attends.

Tarina doesn't make mention of the notes to any of the caretakers, but she does offer to try to do something about Amanda's night terrors. Tarina says that she is a spirit shaman, and that she can try to chase away whatever bad spirits might be plaguing the child while she sleeps.

After few days Dannic changes his strategy and instead of rhymes and notes starts leaving little, funny pictures of children, animals, adults at the Hall or food, which mostly consist of cake, pie, and more cake.


When Sylvi is addressed by the shaman the woman seems rather incredulous about the idea of a shaman dealing with Amanda's nightmares.
"With all due respect miss. I'm not sure what spirits may have to do with her terrible dreams. I'm afraid that whatever... Magic spiritualism you talk about may only scare her more."

[DM Arrakeen]

Telia would thank Timmy for sharing his bread with her and eat the offered food. When Dannic asks about performances and Sylvi tells him off, the sorceress would tell Dannic that they can find time to speak of it later in the day or some other time. When she notices that Andrew is sketching, she would ask what he is drawing but if he seemed hesitant to tell or show her, she would instead direct the talk to drawing techniques with a charcoal pen.

Telia would not mind Timmy sitting so close to her or the grubby hand clenching her dress. She would listen to each child speak but would not force anyone to share their thoughts. In a gentle manner, she tells Andrew that it is the kindness in one's soul that matters and that is what the gods see. That the gods do not care if someone is pretty or ugly. She advises Andrew to try to catch the soul of the people he draws.

The questions about art, theatre, drawing, performances would all be answered and Telia would show a patience for these. She would say that she hopes that they can all go to the Theater soon and just play there.

When Dannic teases Timmy to the point that the younger child angers or cries, Telia herself would show quick anger. She is not one to raise her voice in anger but there would be more of a coldness in her demeanour and especially her eyes. "There is no true joy in making someone feel unhappy or sad, Dannic. I want you to think back on the words you said about kindness." Her anger cools just as quickly as it arrives.

Telia would allow Timmy to shadow her when proper. She would often make it a point of sitting in the meeting room upstairs, where the children usually dine and have their lessons, either reading or writing. When she has business that requires her to be in the lounge or there are things that needs her full attention, she would not allow any of the children to follow her. Sylvi and any others in Pathfinder Hall would know that the children are not to idle in the lounge and only be there if they have a reason to, for example, aiding someone in the kitchen and then only under supervision.

She would take note of Amanda being afraid but would not approach the girl, thinking it would frighten her even more.

Telia would answer Mili's questions about magic and spells but it may perhaps be evident that Telia cannot answer any advanced questions about the workings of magic. Being a sorceress, she does not quite grasp magic the same way wizards do, not having studied it as much. She would however certainly know the basics and be willing to share such things and discuss them. She would ask Mili how the girl would feel about visiting the Temple of Mystra when time permits and speak with the priestesses there.

Telia would have some concern over Amanda, not really knowing what to do about her and young girl's fear. She would seek to consult Sylvi and ask the older woman what the best approach might be.

She then consults her familiar, the orange tabby Silvyr, who appears just as a regular house cat to everyone else. After some coaxing and promises of ham, the cat would seek to be closer to Amanda and would even try to sleep at the foot end of her bed. Silvyr would be made to do this at least for a tenday and Telia would consult her cat how Amanda reacted to his presence.

Andrew grows red when asked about the drawing and doesn't say much about it but the moment quickly passes when Telia shifts the conversation to methods. When the sorceress comments on his thought about kindness Andrew turns thoughtful for a moment, then he smiles sheepishly.
"You can see souls in people's faces. Kind people have fewer lines or different ones, their features are softer and smoother. You can see a lot in faces... He shrugs gently not saying more.

Dannic would be taken aback by the change in Telia's demeanor. Then respond to it rather boldly. "Only someone without a sense of humor or when what I say is true react this way! He is exaggerating as always." Dannic frowns shrugging in a dismissive way. He avoids talking to Telia or Timmy much for the next couple of days.

Every time when he would be unable to stay close to Telia, Timmy grows sad and frustrated but it passes as soon as Sylvi gets him to do either his homework or chores.

Mili becomes intrigued by Telia's source of power and asks questions about that. It shows that the girl doesn't know much about spontaneous casters.

In the beginning, the cat would be either ignored of if he was too close too Amanda's liking she simply puts distance between them. After few days, she starts to accept Silvyr's presence and even observe him from her hide or comfort spots.
///Remind me few days from now to give another update.///

[Rhifox]

After few days Dannic changes his strategy and instead of rhymes and notes starts leaving little, funny pictures of children, animals, adults at the Hall or food, which mostly consist of cake, pie, and more cake.

Tarina feels less teased by the pictures, due to their comedic nature and as they are no longer targeting her as the poems seemed to. Being the avoidant type she is still unsure how to respond to them, and doesn't say anything about them to anyone else. Unlike the poems, she does keep the pictures, if for no reason other than feeling guilty about throwing away a child's drawings. She stacks them in a pile near her bedroll, under an empty bottle to keep drafts from blowing them around.

When Sylvi is addressed by the shaman the woman seems rather incredulous about the idea of a shaman dealing with Amanda's nightmares.
"With all due respect miss. I'm not sure what spirits may have to do with her terrible dreams. I'm afraid that whatever... Magic spiritualism you talk about may only scare her more."

"I-I, I wouldn't have to talk to her none, ma'am. I don't want to scare her, I don't. I just want to help. Spirits affect dreams, they, they affect everything you do. When someone's feeling bad, they've bad spirits about them. If you get rid of them, you can, you can help make someone feel better."

Tarina looks upset about Sylvi's response, and so makes only this one attempt at arguing her case. If Sylvi continues to disapprove, Tarina doesn't press the issue further and departs. In such case she'd begin to avoid Sylvi for some time after, except when contact is strictly necessary.

[kleomenes]

Ameris is seen spending his nights at the Temple of Ilmater. He would be heading back to Pathfinders Hall for evening prayers with the children, but some time after they were asleep he would head to the temple, staying there until dawn for morning prayers and breafkast, before departing again for the temple. He would still try and make the afternoon group discussion with the children, but would seem a bit bleary eyed at first when he did so.

In the temple he is seen ascending to the upper rooms; oddly, whenever he is up there, Brother Khalso is downstairs. And when he is not in the temple, Brother Khalso is upstairs.

[Tsidkenu]

A letter arrives for sister Juna of Ilmater, sealed in blue wax and bearing the imprint of Mystra's eight-pointed star.

"Dear Sister Juna of Ilmater,

It has come to my attention that one of the children being cared for in Pathfinder's Hall is Mystran by faith, and has attained some measure of knowledge of magic.

I am pleased to announce that this child has been offered a patroned apprenticeship with the Temple of Mystra if she is willing to serve the Lady of Mysteries in such a manner. If it pleases you, and the Temple of Ilmater, we should dearly like to introduce ourselves to her and offer her this bright hope in a new future here in Baldur's Gate.

Please inform me of the progress of our proposal, either in writing or in person.

With the richness of the mystery of the Lady,
Priestess Aeili Azenci."

[YourMoveHolyMan]

After few days Dannic changes his strategy and instead of rhymes and notes starts leaving little, funny pictures of children, animals, adults at the Hall or food, which mostly consist of cake, pie, and more cake.


When Sylvi is addressed by the shaman the woman seems rather incredulous about the idea of a shaman dealing with Amanda's nightmares.
"With all due respect miss. I'm not sure what spirits may have to do with her terrible dreams. I'm afraid that whatever... Magic spiritualism you talk about may only scare her more."

Michael Dunn, upon hearing first hand from Tarina about Sylvi's response, seeks the woman out himself. Of course following in his steps is the ever-loyal Rain, his faithful canine companion.

"I know you're worried about Tarina scaring the girl worse. But she won't. She's got a true gift. My little lady here, Rain Dog. She got bit by a vampire, she was badly wounded, and I don't know what I'd have done if Tarina hadn't been there to do what she does. She chased off the foul spirits that lingered, and Rain Dog slept peacefully through the night, til we could bring her to a priest the next day."

He nods his head and continues his explanation,

"She can help. Let her at least try. She can do a lot of good with her gift."

[Nomster]

Andrew grows red when asked about the drawing and doesn't say much about it but the moment quickly passes when Telia shifts the conversation to methods. When the sorceress comments on his thought about kindness Andrew turns thoughtful for a moment, then he smiles sheepishly.
"You can see souls in people's faces. Kind people have fewer lines or different ones, their features are softer and smoother. You can see a lot in faces... He shrugs gently not saying more.

Telia would have seem intrigued and agreed that such may well be true.

Dannic would be taken aback by the change in Telia's demeanor. Then respond to it rather boldly. "Only someone without a sense of humor or when what I say is true react this way! He is exaggerating as always." Dannic frowns shrugging in a dismissive way. He avoids talking to Telia or Timmy much for the next couple of days.

Telia would seem displeased at the answer. She takes notice of Dannic trying to avoid her. She prepares a paper where she has written the dogma of Llira. The writing is surrounded by musical instruments, people dancing and musical notes, all quite colourful. She would not speak of the paper but Dannic would find it a few days after the incident, when he is about to have a lesson. A short note is placed above the colourful paper.

Dear Dannic,

I would like you to read these words and think of them.

Signed,
Telia

Our Lady of Joy - Lliira

Exult in life, and find joy in all things.

Out of grief and despair, wrest joy, and join in the dance.

Celebrate and honor deaths and the dead—the best mourning is laughing remembrance.

My true servants seek joy always through working to bestow it on others.

Hide no true feelings, but dance them out if it is not prudent to speak them aloud.

Gather into celebrations the lost, the lonely, the exiled and outlaw, the shunned, and even your foes: Festivals are for all.

Let folk follow their own desires, and respect their choices.

Learn what folk find funny, and what lightens their hearts, and in this doing come to know yourself and how best to serve Lliira and all intelligent beings.

Spread joy wherever and whenever possible, and allow no one to be sad when mirth or comfort could be given to them.

Every time when he would be unable to stay close to Telia, Timmy grows sad and frustrated but it passes as soon as Sylvi gets him to do either his homework or chores.

When Telia notices Timmy getting sad and frustrated when she is busy with something else, she tries to encourage him to write down tales he thinks of so that he can share them with her later.

Mili becomes intrigued by Telia's source of power and asks questions about that. It shows that the girl doesn't know much about spontaneous casters.

Telia would answer any questions she can. She would speak of that sorcerers have magic in their blood and that most of them come from dragons. That long ago, a dragon passed on their magic into humans somehow and that now and then, it shows up but not always in every child to a sorcerer parent and not even in every generation. She would liken this to how tiefling blood shows up, or even aasimar blood. Telia then speaks of that sorcerous magic can come from other sources too. Extraplanar beings are mention but she does not speak of it in detail. Instead, she focuses on her own bloodline. She explains that her magic comes from the old Netherse, gesturing at her pale skin and black hair. The Netherse being exceptionally talented in magic, fled Netheril when everything collapsed. Magic changed as Mystra herself changed but they were still powerful and passed that power onto their children and down generations.

In the beginning, the cat would be either ignored of if he was too close too Amanda's liking she simply puts distance between them. After few days, she starts to accept Silvyr's presence and even observe him from her hide or comfort spots.
///Remind me few days from now to give another update.///

Silvyr, being more clever than any regular cat, would take notice of what distance he can get away with. He would most often just casually approach and then lie down to sleep, seeming content to not try to attract Amanda's attention or even look at her, as staring at someone is in a cat's world trying to assert dominance. He would pretty much pretend that he is not around, even if he is - ignoring Amanda but somehow, still being present around her. There would not be much observable about the cat. He sleeps. A lot. It might be fascinating for a child however to watch how particular a cat is about grooming themselves. Silvyr is no exception, he knows he is magnificent and takes great care to make sure his coat shines. Silvyr can also often be spotted in the kitchen. Amanda might see the sneaky feline steal food now and then.

[DM Arrakeen]

After a meeting with Telia, Endelyon and Aeric soured upon mention of Charraj, for the second time, Aeili politely and quietly left Pathfinder's Hall. She returned later (Nea also appearing from the shadows) and after some further conversation with Elly, Aeric and Nea, she left a beautifully bound and illustrated book in the sitting room.

Hidden: show

Yes, it is now an IG book!

If possible, Amanda would snatch the book and would be seen reading through it in one of her comfort spots.

[DM Arrakeen]

Regarding this post.

* Neat block script on mundane quality parchment *

Sister Juna,

It was a great honor to gain your council and talk to the children. I was glad to get your letter listing the children you believe have a strong, open heart and mind to join the freedom of our tribe.

I read your letter to the Tribe. We talked about each child. I do remember seeing some of them as described in your letter when I visited there. It was obvious some where less walled-in than others.

Our shamans are very concerned about Falca and Filip. What spirits haunt them and why? I believe we can help them overcome their hauntings. My daughter, Faldorn, who is five winters old, may be helpful too. She has a gift from the feywild spirits with animals. Falca and Filip will have a child to play with and learn from.

I am very concerned about Anika and the two boys. They feel very close to my heart. I worry if they continue their wild ways it will only lead to heartbreak and ruin, or worse, as it did for me. My chief is particularly interested in what Lion Blade Dorne is teaching them.

I ask that I meet with you again and meet these children. We can share words across a campfire. Then I can learn their true heart's desire and they can learn more about my tribe through me. Together we can learn if they truly want to join our tribe. Know we have a cot in a tent for each of them, if they are willing to join us. The brother and sister pairs will be kept together. No one will be left out in the cold. I also want to meet Lion Blade Dorne.

I look ahead as falcon to a new day to your reply and we meet again.

Nerys, Emissary of the Greyfox Tribe

Sister Juna sends a reply to Nerys

Emissary,
I am not sure if any spirits are involved. We are more inclined to believe that Falca's nightmares stem from a traumatic experience. If she can receive help from you shamans, however, that would only be a good outcome.

You should inquire with Lion Blade Dorne about children's training. A letter can reach him at the Pathfinder Hall I believe.

As for a meeting. I will have to be adamant on you coming to us again. We do not have spare guards to let a group of children outside the Orphanage not to mention the city. Unless your tribe would provide needed security for such trip. And even then I would feel better if Lion Blade was there.

Our charges cannot wait for the meeting. Some are really excited about that and keep asking questions.

-Sister Juna

[kleomenes]

Subject: Pathfinder Hall RP

The noise level of the children,

During the day kids are creating the usual amount of noise, a group of them would do. During the night, after a fully packed with tasks day, they drop exhausted into their beds and do not disturb anyone. With the exception of Amanda that wakes up screaming every now and then. But Sylvi handles that quickly enough before it becomes a bigger disturbance.

Ameris would, after evening prayers one night, approach Amanda and ask her to sit by the Alatar of Tyr with him. He would speak some quiet words to her.

Ameris would approach and speak softly.

"Amanda, would you sit with me by the Altar for a little while, please?"

If she does not run away, he would lead her over and sit quietly. Noticeably, beside the altar, is an armour rack, upon which rests his suit of warplate with a lion symbol embossed on the helm, and a great towershield bearing on it an engraved Triadic knight.

"We won't let anyone harm you here." He says, softly. "Dorne and Sir Aaron and Michael and the Steward. And even me."

He gestures to the plate armour. "I will put that on, and make sure no one will get to you. Alright?"

He looks to the child, to see the reaction.

((Diplomacy mod 25, roll 33

And if its relevant, +4 saves vs Fear from Aura of Courage!))

Amanda hesitates but then she follows the priest picking up a spot that allows her to still keep some distance between them. Blue eyes look to Ameris, there is still some reserve in her every move but she listens to what the man has to say. A small frown forms on her forehead at the question asked and her expression turns pensive while she looks back and forth between the armor and the priest. After a moment Amanda nods in agreement.

[DM Arrakeen]

Ameris' approval at the oderly conduct would be evident. He would indeed compliment Sylvi on her efforts.

Ameris would engage with Quinn, promising to bring him that which he needs and speaking with approval of his task. And indeed, when Ameris returns later, the needles and threads are provided from those used in the Temple of Ilmater.

Ameris would try and encourage Amanda to eat, in a gentle voice. He would not press her though.

Ameris' table manners might be noticed to be impeccable. As might his excessive thanks to anyone who hands him anything.

Ameris would take note of any medical problems he might have identified; if not given the chance during the group discussions he would do so before bed, after asking Sylvi of anything he should be aware of.

He would speak with approval of the words said by each child. The perceptive might think he is trying too hard on this point!

He would take note of Amanda's quietness.

Ameris would, after evening prayers one night, approach Amanda and ask her to sit by the Alatar of Tyr with him. He would speak some quiet words to her.

Sylvi thanks the Ilmatari for his kind words and makes sure he knows it was not only her doing that the children act appropriately during the prayers.

Quinn offers Ameris a grateful smile upon receiving those so needed threads and needles then excuses himself to work on his task.

Amanda looks at the priest blankly and manages to take two more bites of her bread before losing any interest in the food.

Kids' table manners differ. Timmy and Dannic have no manners to speak off, Andrew tries his best which depending on the days works more or less. Quinn and Mili seem to be the only ones knowing how to properly use cutlery and don't spill their tea or dip their sleeves in a porridge. It's hard to say what manners Amanda might have because she eats very little.

Sylvi thinks a longer moment on Ameris' question then responds to it with the usual matter-of-factly tone.
"There is no immediate health problems with this group. Like normal kids, they scrape their knees here and there, happen to have an odd rash from time to time or a cold. But nothing out of the ordinary."