[center][b]The Story So Far: Ported over from the old site[/b][/center]

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The Old Path is in turmoil.

The traitor knight Gotthard has assassinated the Old Path's leader, King Basewin, and with him, several more traitor knights have followed. They have since terrorized the populace of Kokotha. 

But not all is as it seems. The ones behind the attack are none other than the mysterious Children of Kodo'Yim, using Gotthard's group as a means to hide their operations.

So, a group of 8 has taken it upon themselves to undo the Children's operations from within, starting with the blackmarket broker known as Gustrag, unveiled as a member of the Children. Their task? Infiltrate his villa, collect the information on him, and get out of there.


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[@Nashie]
[@Blizzardofoz123]
[@Ember Storm]
The cistern was a wide open circular room, with shallow, foot deep water on the ground, no sounds, other than dripping and flowing of water from the many pipes on the walls. A single door was at the end of the room, looked to be a maintenance door for workers down here. The ceiling consisted of a metal grate.

Then, a pair of voices broke the silence, two guards.
[i]Gustrag is really upping on security up there...[/i]
[b]He's paranoid. He doesn't want things to go awry.[/b]
[i]I just think it's boring down here, when do we get to see some action? I'd rather be up there, entertaining guests. Heard there are some nice Yiskin girls there [/i]
[b]Enough. We do our job and keep quiet... And keep an eye on the holding cells. Not as many people are able to keep him in check so we need to be extra careful.[/b]
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Listening in, Yoshimi looked up, as the guards continued, before looking to the others. [color=fff200]"Come on, I'm tired of standing in this muck."[/color] Then a pause, as she thought of what they said, [color=fff200]"Think we should check out these holding cells?"[/color] She said, as she walked towards the next door.


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[@MercuryNH]
[@hefewy]
[@Ember Storm]
The building was large, the blue lighting of the room, due to the rune lamps around the area, gave the whole room a almost ethereal vibe. Surrounding the entry foyer was a balcony, accessible by stairs in the same room, where more guests were located. Who knew this many people managed to get invites. Where they all black market dealers? Members of the Children?

Up on the balcony, overlooking the guests, was the owner of the estate himself. A large, obese, man, clad in a neat looking suit and mask that encompassed his face, Gustrag. As the group would enter the party, and the numerous guests began to get comfortable, Gustrag would tap a glass, ready to make a speech, speaking in a authoritative, but friendly voice.

[color=8dc73f]Attention! Attention!
Humble guests, friends, and allies. Newcomers and recurring guests. A moment of your time... 
Those of you who have come here to forget your worries, be merry and forget about what troubles you for one night. For those of you who just want to have a good time? Do so at your leisure. For those of you here for business? I'll see to it that you're happy.[/color]

Raising his class, the broker finished

[color=8dc73f]So here is to a fine night![/color]

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Turning to Mercury, Gregor asked, as he made his way into the party. [color=f7941d]Any reason he might be here? I won't ask if ya don't wanna answer.[/color]

As the man made his speech, Gregor shook his head, leaning against a nearby pillar. [color=f7941d]Listen to him... He speaks like he's some sort of humble host, but deep down he is as worse as they come.[/color] Taking out his pipe, Gregor lit up; the best part about making deals with a bunch of criminals, is that half of the time no one cares if you smoke in doors. [color=f7941d]"ALright, game plan. Look for a way we can get to the back room.[/color]