[center][color=151617]▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅[/color] [center][img]https://i.imgur.com/cPNuYBO.png[/img][/center] [color=151617]▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅[/color][/center] [indent][indent][indent][indent][indent][h3][sup][sup][color=a9a9a9]The horse is lowered down to much fanfare from the patrons. As things start to heat up, a tall gentleman with a steady, confident gait approaches Durnan and turns his head to Durnan's ear. The tavern owner's brow furrows, and then he nods. Jhimas looks over to Atanese, who had momentarily tensed. There had been some small mention on the way to Waterdeep that Atanese had a lead regarding a personal matter, but the chance was small after all this time and he hadn't dare hope. As a few confused murmurs started to spread through the crowd, Lin pulled out her Dulcimer and began to play an upbeat, fast paced ditty. Several customers who had heard her play earlier whooped and hollered at the opportunity to hear her play again, and soon the Halfling on the balcony began to challenge her with his own lyre song. [center][img]https://i.imgur.com/lg9jyue.png[/img][/center] People were rising from their seats to swing each other around, their excitement bubbling over to the sound of Lin's fine performance. Atanese and Jhimas slinked off now not all eyes were on the party, one final quick nod sent as an adieu as they dissapeared round the corner. They were skilled, and with Lin's exceptional deception abilities there was near no doubt they could tackle whatever would come at them, but an unspoken worry still hung in the air. Everyone had been packing their things and cleaning their weapons for the delve when Jhimas had suggested earlier, the help of the admirable Vodalus should they party need to split for a while. A skilled healer and passionate follower of Bahamut's tenents, Jhimas had seen him speak one day long ago, and found in his speech a reminder of the noble pursuits of his people. You had only seen him for the briefest of moments, but now his silhouette emerged from the crowds. There were other matters at hand to be dealing with, however. Lauk had grabbed the chain, tossed his gold to a nearby barmaid who had helped strap Achtend in, and followed shortly after the beast. His form disappeared down the shaft, and it was a wonder what awaited him at the bottom. The tall gentleman who approached Durnan earlier placed a hand on Ardour's shoulder, opting not to risk touching the Lizardfolk unexpectedly. He looked between the two unusual folk, and seemed quite unperturbed, though his posture was tense and he spoke in earnest. "It may be best for you folk to head down lest the crowds want an explanation. I'm sure there will be plenty of time later to live under the limelight, if your delve is successful." He gave a small smile. [/color][/sup][/sup][/h3][/indent][/indent][/indent][/indent][/indent] [center][color=aa9993]▅▅▅▅▅[/color] [color=de8658]▅▅▅▅▅[/color][color=aa9993] ▅▅▅▅▅[/color][/center] [center][img]https://i.gyazo.com/f6541d6bacf2d718e304a0d74249dd8c.png[/img][color=aa9993][h3][b]The Dungeon[/b][/h3][/color][/center] [indent][indent][indent][indent][indent][h3][sup][sup][color=a9a9a9]Upon entering the dungeon you find Lauk, standing near the western wall of the tower. His crystal glows with a fiery light, illuminating the sand covered floors and graffiti caked walls. A number of shields of all colours and heraldry adorned the walls around you, all of them dented and ancient looking. The air in here is surprisingly clear, a breeze drifting down the well now and then, the chains cool to the touch in your hands. Achtend whinnies and scuffs the floor with a hoof. He had been bribed enough to not wish to wander deeper into the dungeon just yet, at least. His harness lies in the sand around him. A corridor stretches out beyond in the southwestern corner. [/color][/sup][/sup][/h3][/indent][/indent][/indent][/indent][/indent][center][color=aa9993]▅▅▅▅▅[/color] [color=de8658]▅▅▅▅▅[/color][color=aa9993] ▅▅▅▅▅[/color][/center] [indent][indent][color=aa9993][i] The circle in the centre of the map is where you may land after entry into the dungeon. Please let me know which square you're standing on and I will place you accordingly. Your location will also affect things like line of sight and obviously who can reach you in battle ect. So far, here is who I am aware has paid the toll to enter the Dungeon. Please inform me when you have paid and how much (1 or 2 gp) and make sure to change your sheets accordingly. Lauk - 2 gp Aurix - 5gp for Achtend (hasn't paid for self yet?) Ardour - Vodalus - Markus - [/i][/color][/indent][/indent]