LiLNasY

The Rise from the Ashes

"I'm no ordinary bitch like you!" I snarled at the bandit in front of me.

My blade came around again, aimed right at him. But then I heard it. The sound of metal hitting flesh. Meli's cry of pain.

My head snapped toward them. The second bandit had hit her with his pommel. There was already a bump forming on the back of her head.

Something hot and furious exploded in my chest.

"Don't you fucking hurt her!"

I brought my sword down hard on the bandit in front of me, putting everything I had behind the blow.

Combat Actions

Action - Longsword Attack on Bandit 1
To Hit: 13 (roleplayerguild.com/rolls/29630)
Damage: 7 (roleplayerguild.com/rolls/29631)

If Bandit 1 goes down, I move toward Meli and the last bandit.

Where Wishes Fall (D&D 5e)

<Snipped quote by LiLNasY>

Now I’m a little worried…

It’s too early in the morning for Kalila. XD

@Guardian Angel Haruki

She done already done had herses is a RuPaul quote lol, sorry for the obscure reference hahaha no need to be worried

Where Wishes Fall (D&D 5e)

Gerta chuckles warmly as Kalila sits beside her, already reaching for the bread to tear off a piece.

"Well now, I was plannin' to wait till after breakfast was settled, give ya time to get some food in that belly of yours." She passes Kalila the bread basket with a knowing smile. "But if you're feelin' ready to share, I ain't gonna stop ya."

She leans back slightly, her tone light but her eyes sharp. The joke is clear but the questioning underneath is very real.

"So then, lil' princess," she gestures at Kalila's fine dress, the pendant, the way she carries herself, "who are you, really? And what brings someone like you to my doorstep in the dead of night, lookin' like you've seen a ghost?"

The other staff members have gone back to their own conversations, the chatter of breakfast filling the space. They're not paying attention to Kalila and Gerta's discussion.

The young half-orc is talking animatedly with Mick about something, gesturing with his hands.

OOC

Group Perception Check: 4 - The staff is too focused on their food and conversations to eavesdrop. roleplayerguild.com/rolls/29628

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What does Kalila say?

Where Wishes Fall (D&D 5e)

Kalila opens the door, still clutching the mysterious bottle, and finds Gerta waiting in the hallway with that same warm smile.

"There she is! Come on, sugar, let's get some food in ya."

Gerta leads her down the stairs to a common area that's clearly meant for staff, not patrons. It's simpler than the main tavern floor, but somehow more welcoming. A large table has been set up with breakfast, and the smell alone makes Kalila's stomach growl.

Fresh bread sits in the center, still steaming slightly. Someone must have been up baking well before dawn. There are bowls of dried fruit as well, apples and apricots mostly, the kind that lasts longer than fresh. A few plates hold what appears to be cheese and some cold cuts. Simple fare, but it looks delicious.

Four people are already seated, split into two small groups, chatting amongst themselves.

At one end of the table, a middle-aged human man with thinning hair and a neatly trimmed beard is talking with a younger human woman. The man has the bearing of someone who's worked with his hands his whole life, broad shoulders and calloused fingers wrapped around a mug of something hot. The woman next to him is probably in her early twenties, with dark hair pulled back in a practical bun and an easy laugh that fills the space.

At the other end, a lean human man with sandy hair is listening intently to a young half-orc who's speaking animatedly about something. The sandy-haired man looks familiar, probably the one Gerta called "Mick" last night to cover the bar. The half-orc catches Kalila's attention immediately. He's close to Kalila's age, with deep gray skin like Gerta's and that same auburn hair, though his is styled in tight, voluminous curls. His tusks are prominent, more so than Gerta's, and he gestures enthusiastically as he talks, clearly passionate about whatever story he's telling.

"Alright, everyone!" Gerta's voice cuts through the chatter, warm but commanding. "We got ourselves a new face this mornin'. This here's Kalila. She spent the night here and she's welcome to stay if she wants. So y'all treat her well, ya hear?"

All four faces turn toward Kalila, expressions ranging from curious to welcoming.

Gerta continues, "Before we dig in, let's give thanks." She bows her head. "Grateful for this food, grateful for this roof, grateful for good folks to share it with. May we serve well today and rest well tonight."

A simple prayer, but heartfelt.

"Alright then, dig in!" Gerta says, already reaching for the bread.

Kalila looks around. She could sit with the older man and the young woman at one end. She could sit with Mick and the half-orc at the other. There's an empty spot next to Gerta herself. Or she could take a seat at one of the smaller tables nearby, giving herself some space.

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Where do you sit?

Where Wishes Fall (D&D 5e)

Oooh girl, she done already done had herses! Lol, no edit needed then. Posting now.

Where Wishes Fall (D&D 5e)

@Guardian Angel Haruki Hey, can you give me a perception check?

The Rise from the Ashes

"Hey, I'm just trying to help here!" I shot back, already moving.

My legs burned as I pushed forward, eating up the ground between us. The two bandits were struggling with Meli, her thrashing making every step a fight for them. Good. Keep fighting, Meli.

I closed in on the one she'd hit with her spell before, the one already hurt. My sword came around fast, aimed to finish what she'd started.

Combat Actions

Movement - 30 ft toward the bandits
Action - Longsword Attack on the wounded bandit
To Hit: 19 (roleplayerguild.com/rolls/29621)
Damage: 7 (roleplayerguild.com/rolls/29622)

Di'Siveks: The Promethean Hound (A D&D 5E Game)

Edit made in char section to change the character portraits

The Rise from the Ashes

Edits made in the char section to replace the character portaits!

Drowned Gods (D&D 5e)

Oh, just know that this nature or survival check will require you to closely inspect the crystal, this could be done by going to them or asking Your High Priest to get one of them close to you. No jump scare, I promise.