Whoami

Rise of the Shield Hero - From Another World

Still alive here! Still in the field and with even with cell phone reception now. But I haven't forgotten about you guys! :D

Rise of the Shield Hero - From Another World

I too am in it for the long haul, even if my activity is sparse due to military shenanigans.

Rise of the Shield Hero - From Another World

So I'm in the field, but I luckily have cell service so I can keep you guys posted on my down time. There is a BIIIIG MAAAAYBE that I can do up a post on my phone over the course of a couple days. But we'll have to see how riggity wrecked I am in the next little bit.

Rise of the Shield Hero - From Another World

Worries

(Mood Music)

Auriel thought about Cole's words, especially that Reyla had gathered only a small following. She was never too keen on this task from the king, and the information of Reyla not having a large group of bandits with her seemed... strange. Auriel couldn't shake the feeling that things were going too well. Bandits followed the strongest of the bunch, and preying on another bandit tribe's hunting grounds was a quick way to die. There is no way that Reyla could maintain such a fearsome reputation and be able to raid targets of the size she is reputed for. "We should at least try to scout the area ahead so we have a better idea what we're dealing with. I don't mean to impose, but... This is all seeming too simple for somebody with a reputation like Reyla's."

Auriel was also nervous by what Cole meant about getting information from a bandit captive. "You're not going to interrogate him are you? Such things are cruel... And if Reyla does indeed have a small group, then they're no doubt fiercely loyal. I can't expect them to give up the truth. We'd be far more likely getting information they'd know we want to hear, and be lead into an even worse trap-" Auriel stopped herself and bit her lip.

"I'm sorry... I am overstepping my bounds. The decision is yours to make..." she said to the two heroes. Auriel took a deep breath and let it out slowly, "I trust you both to make the right decision. And I will follow regardless."

Rise of the Shield Hero - From Another World

Will post in a couple of hours

Rise of the Shield Hero - From Another World

So I received word that starting next week, the military is sending me into the field for 3-4 weeks for a training exercise. I'll be sure to get a post or two out this weekend provided we can up the activity enough to warrant a few posts! After that I'll be out of contact for a bit. If you want me to post tonight I can, or I can wait for vexxed.

Rise of the Shield Hero - From Another World

(Mood Music)

Competition?

Auriel blushed when the demi-human took her hand and kissed the back of it. She had always read those dramatic romance books and fairy tales, and found the gesture to be endearing. She saw Fer's reaction to it, and looked back to Dulaman, "Er- The pleasure is all mine." she said, her voice staggered a bit from the awkward moment.

Auriel cleared her throat and looked back to the two cardinal heroes, particularly at Fer who seemed a little uneasy from the way Dulaman handled his introduction with her. His comment about company was oddly placed, which made her tilt her head. Auriel gave him a smile and tried to cure the strange tension. "It is the greatest pleasure to be at the sides of the cardinal heroes. I feel blessed every morning to be of service to them."

When Cole began explaining the plan, Auriel nodded. It would have to do. She was at least glad that he was trying to avoid the enslavement option. When asked about needing to stock up on any supplies, Auriel shrugged. "My pack is already topped up! I'm as ready as I'll ever be to hit the road with you three." Her gold eyes flitted between them.

She heard Fer voice his thoughts on the approach. She agreed with it to some degree, and took the opportunity to slightly alter his suggestion. After all, Fer did mention he'd appreciate Auriel's experience if it were brought to the fore front. "I think Fernando is on the right track here. Though we shouldn't just split up to find Rayla. If we're aimlessly wandering her hunting grounds to find her, she'll most certainly find us first. So why not rely upon that? Put Fernando in the open, let Rayla find the shield hero alone and exposed as easy prey. He could undoubtedly survive any sprung trap if there are any, and it could lure Rayla into an unfavorable position for the rest of us to surround her."

Auriel placed her hand on Fer's shoulder. Even just the touch of her hand passed on the divine energies gifted to her, making his shoulder tingle. "And should your receive a bad injury, I'll be right there to heal you!" She gave him an enthusiastic thumb's up!

Rise of the Shield Hero - From Another World

Alright! My move is complete! I will post tomorrow after work!

EDIT: My activity will be more reliable from here on too!

Rise of the Shield Hero - From Another World

Still busy with my big move. I'm alive though!

Rise of the Shield Hero - From Another World

You can post ahead of me! If I have the time tomorrow I'll get one out. If nkt, then I'll get one out some time early next week :D