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 Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 11:39 am
 Vendui, and welcome to The Outpost, where followers of Eilistraee have gathered. For the purposes of this RP thread, the time of day will always be evening.
The Outpost is a neutral ground for all who come. Those who come with peaceful intentions are welcome to sit by the fire and receive what we have to offer. We are followers of the Dark Maiden, however you need not be to join our company. If you are a follower of Eilistraee or wish to learn more about our Goddess, then this is the place to be. So, stop by, join the conversation, have a bowl of soup, take a nap, play some dice or suggest something else fun to do!
When the full moon is out, and the fires lit, the Outpost is sacred holy ground protected by Eiliestraee herself whom watches down over us. No harm shall come to anyone who visits. Those with hostile intentions who enter into the compound will be struck down by the divine power of our Dark Lady.
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 11:40 am
RULES AND GUIDLINES
* Standard forum rules for Gaia Online apply as well as those of UnderGaia.
* If you have not done so, please post your character profile in the [SIC] member Introductions – New member Post here First thread in the Main Forum
* If you are new to UnderGaia, please check out the main forum for posts directed to new members. And, if you are unsure about something.. just ask! We don't bite ; )
* UnderGaia is a Role Play thread loosely associated and based off of the Role Playing Game Dungeons & Dragons(tm). Specifically it is based off of the Underdark setting below the surface of the world where the vast civilizations of the Drow and other underdark races live. While we use certain elements of the D&D campaign setting here such as the Gods and Goddesses of the Drow pantheon, there are other aspects we do not use. For instance, Drizzt Do'Urden as well as the great cities in the Forgotten Realms do not exist. We have created our own Drow cities and heroes for the purpose of our RP. The Surface is a relatively small part of UnderGaia as it exists mainly out of the influence of what goes on below the surface. If you are not familiar the world of D&D, the background for this thread, and the rest of UnderGaia, we can suggest several sources from books, novels, games and websites for you to seek out on your own.
* We have received special permission from Shir’le E. Illios, webmaster, High Priestess, Keeper of Scrolls, Path in Moonlight and Mistress of Song of the Chosen of Eilistraee (c) website to use their source material within UnderGaia! This is an invaluable internet source for all things Eilistraeen as well as one of the best Drow Translators anywhere. We highly recommend you visit the site for an insight into understanding the Goddess Eilistraee and to role playing in general ( http://www.eilistraee.com/ )
* Common shall be the standard language for posts used in this thread, however we highly encourage use of Drow or other languages for comments etc.
* If you wish to post something Out of Character - OOC please use these [ brackets ] to do so.
NO SURFACE RAIDING - This is the one sacred rule that I will absolutely not tolerate being broken within this thread. The surface is now open for all members of UnderGaia, and should you wish to engage in this type of activity I suggest you do it elsewhere. Those who violate this law with the treachery of trolling any type of raiding activity within the Outpost thread will be brought to bear the full consequences of their actions. . Honestly, I am a tolerant and patient person, but do not test me on this, I warn you. Should you dare post anything remotely close to resembling raid activity within this thread, the next post will be of me bringing forth the full force of the Sun and cosmos upon you, as I open a portal to the abyss and cast down your lifeless, soulless shell back down into the darkness from once you came. You have been warned.
Don't even think about it, I will ban you.
* By posting within this thread, you agree to all the rules and guidelines set forth above. Have fun and enjoy your time on the surface!
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 11:41 am
TASKS
The Outpost is run with the help of many. If you wish to, you may set yourself to a task among these who help keep the outpost running. Your help is greatly appreciated. Don't see a task you'd be good at? Suggest one and you can help to your heart's content. Here's a list of what is available.
Emissary
Cyn'gus
The Emissary is a lay faithful follower of Eilistraee who has been tasked with establishing the outpost by the Chosen Ones. S/he will offer aid, food and a place to sleep for anyone who wishes it. Anyone wishing to accept the Dark Lady shall receive her message through the Emissary
Camp Master/Mistress
Silence
The night to night activities of the camp are supervised by this individual. Everything from ensuring that the fires are maintained throughout the night to welcoming new comers to the Outpost. Her word is law around here due to the responsibilities of her station
Provision Master/Mistress
Annoi
Someone had to think of what to pack and bring out here. This would be the Provision Master/Mistress. Besides taking stock of our supplies, this individual is also in charge of making meals, and distributing bedrolls to visitors.
The Storyteller
Zilvrae
"The Tale of the Lake"
Whomever happens to be sharing a story by the fire is not only given everyone's undivided attention, but also the honour of being called "The Storyteller" until another decides to share a tale.
The Troubador
Open
To share music and song at a gathering for the Dark Maiden is the greatest offering one can give. To any who have a poem to sing or a song to play, the spirit of the Troubador will be with you.
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 11:42 am
THE LAYOUT At the foot of a mountain, there is a cave opening. A passageway leading down to the many tunnels of the UnderGaia. About 120 M from the cave opening is a tree line that announces the beginning of a vast Darkwood Forest and home to the Wood Elf guardians that protect it. Between the two is our small encampment. It consists of a circle of campfires and a few tents on the edges. A path leads through the camp leading north and south to towns a short walk in either direction.
The Main Campfire
At the center of the ring of campfires and the largest of them all is the Main Campfire.
The Stew Pot
This fire has a large kettle resting above it where there is a plentiful amount of hearty winter soup for anyone who wants a bowl.
"Over There"
This is where you can usually find the Camp Mistress standing watch over the rest of the Outpost. Do you like to play dice? Be forewarned, so does our Camp Mistress. You may end up leaving in the morning with your coin purse a lot lighter than when you arrived.
The Emissary’s Tent
A tent set up by the Emissary where he conducts correspondence and other official business. Please ask permission before going in.
The Infirmary
Lined with several cots on each side, this is the largest tent. Anyone who is injured, needs to be tended to, or just wishes not to sleep on the ground near the fires is welcome here. Medical supplies such as salves, ointments and bandages are kept here.
The Provisions tent
A small tent where the majority of the supplies are kept. It’s a bit cramp with all the crates, barrels, sacks and baskets. Fresh provisions are brought up often and stored here.
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 11:44 am
Near the entrance of a cave on the border of a dark wood forest lies an encampment. Under the glow of a full moon and a clear sky, several campfires lay about in a circle.
As you approach, a dark figure nearby one of the camp fires looks up and raises a hand in greeting.
“Good evening friend… how may we serve? Are you lost, or perhaps you have runaway? Do you need shelter or food? We have plenty here to share with you. I am Cyn’gus, and I welcome you to our outpost…”
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 8:35 pm
A lone female drow walks up the the encampment. Tired, sore, and hurt she collapses as she sits down. It took her days to reach this point, but at last, she was safe. Far from her home city of Ched Nasad, she closes her eyes for a moment, unaware that someone else was there already.
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 9:13 pm
Cyn'gus kneels down beside the camp's new arrival, a bowl of hot stew in his hands with a piece of bread. He looks down at the battered and defeated dark elf maiden and offers a few kind words along with the meal, "Vendui... are you... hungry?"
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 9:19 pm
Alantha jumps at the sound of a voice, a male voice. She lets her eyes shift into the infravision that aloud all drow to see in the dark. She sees only the lone male holding a bowl to her. She takes it slowly and bows her head to him. "G'rftte."
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 9:22 pm
Silence approaches the encampment and carefully observes the area. Looking up, she views an elf that seems familiar. "Cyn'gus.... You need any help up here?" She looks to the woman with the bowl and smiles. "You may want to come over by the fire. It's going to get cold soon."
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 9:25 pm
Alantha just nods as a female drow soon joins. She moves closer to the fire and sighs softly. It did feel a lot better by the warmth. Once she was done eating she sits her bowl down and closes her eyes. She replays the the night she lost her home in her mind.
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 9:29 pm
"You are safe here. Please rest as long as you need" Cyn'gus says offering a kind smile. He rises slowly and walks further down the side of the fire to take a seat. Picking up a stick, he stokes the fire a bit before looking over to say, "Welcome to the world above..."
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 9:31 pm
Silence takes the empty bowl and goes to wash it before going back to Cyn'gus and the other female. "The world above... nice ring to that." She smiles in slight amusement. "The surface looks a lot nicer during the day, i think.... but it's easier to avoid annoying surface races at night...."
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 9:31 pm
Alantha opens her eyes and turns to the male drow. "Thank you." She shakes lightly and moves a little closer to the fire. If only her family could have been here with her this night. She looks up to the sky to see a full moon. "Eilistraee is watching us tonight it seems."
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 9:37 pm
Silence nudges Cyn'gus a bit and whispers, "If you have those blankets, now might be a good time to offer her one."
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2009 9:43 pm
Cyn'gus glances over to Silence and nods with a smile. Resting his chin in his hand he listens as the new guest looks around at her new environment. When he hears the name of the Dark Madien, he perks up and looks over again to Silence before returning his attention to Alantha. "Yes, she watches over us, always.." He tilts his head and with a curious expression asks, "...and it seems the words of our goddess have reached you and perhaps brought you here?" Taking his cue from Silence, he gathers a large wool blanket and walks over to Alantha to offer.
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