Let's Dance with Rogues - 47 - Divided We Stand (Finished)

You can put the weapon and the shield on the same quick slot so as to be able to equip unequip them at the same time.

Bad narrative there, really. Hope it lightens up on it a bit, it's distracting.

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I'm not reading this in details, but if you think about it for a moment, because nobody seems to want to, it kind of makes sense for a woman to be raped at every corner in a proper medieval setting, if she doesn't stay in the kitchen... so to speak. I'm not saying I particularly enjoy that kind of realism, but I'm surprised there weren't any comments that didn't point this out yet, so here I am spreading the good word. Maybe all this sexual fetishism can make sense if you look at it this way, altho I doubt realism was really the motivation of course

Desmodus Rotundus said:

You can put the weapon and the shield on the same quick slot so as to be able to equip unequip them at the same time.

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Yeah I know, but I like keeping the shield on by default. It doesn't count as being 'armed' by the guards. I'd take all the AC I can get...I'm pretty shit in combat. At times I want to lower the difficulty but realized, perhaps this is an accurate portrayal of a 10 STR woman living in a grimdark world of D&D.

So, a NWN 1 mod has better gameplay and creepiest writing than everything that Bioware shat since?

Serious_Business said:

I'm not reading this in details, but if you think about it for a moment, because nobody seems to want to, it kind of makes sense for a woman to be raped at every corner in a proper medieval setting, if she doesn't stay in the kitchen... so to speak. I'm not saying I particularly enjoy that kind of realism, but I'm surprised there weren't any comments that didn't point this out yet, so here I am spreading the good word. Maybe all this sexual fetishism can make sense if you look at it this way, altho I doubt realism was really the motivation of course

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It's not realism, it's something you'd expect to see in Monty Python. This entire module is getting closer to being a rape equivalent to the "it's just a flesh wound" scene from the Holy Grail.

Aside from the fact that this module seems to be spiritually more BioWare than BioWare themselves (just replace furries with rape fantasies and make pretty much every quest revolve around them), I must admit I'm pretty impressed by this module overall. I don't know how much of it is scripted, but it seems that most of the interaction with the game world is nonviolent and combat is simply one option among others. I'd really, really like to see that approach in more games. You rarely see an RPG where killing someone is kind of a big deal instead of being something that happens every thirty seconds. The stealth section seemed pretty impressive, even though I'm not sure whether that was because of the module or just RK47 being awesome. The characters seem to have quite a lot of personality and the writing is pretty solid save for some occasional dumb moments. The amount of freedom given is also nice, and the player is punished for being dumb or careless, which is great.

Overall, I'm loving this LP.

Chapter 07: Ore no Imouto

I returned to the Bear's Pit and washed the beggar's clothes. Not too cleanly, I told myself. I want to make it somewhat authentic. I donned it after drying it, then I returned to the kitchen and gathered a handful of ashes from the kitchen's stove.



I smear it on my arms, legs, and into my hair. Eww! Okay, I look very dirty now! I waved away the unused ashes from my palms and walked up to Chella.


How do you like my disguise, Chella?
Hmm, let me see. Yes, I think that should actually work, Aisha. Let's go and test it!

She smiles and grabs me by the arm, leading me upstairs.


I caught this little rat stealing from the patrons. I figured I'd bring her to Master Nathan.
Don't be silly, Chella. You know that nobody goes inside unless they have an invitation.
Oh, but I'm sure Master Nathan would be delighted to see her.
The moment she tries to step through the door, she's dead. No second warning.

Chella grins widely and rubs the ash off my cheeks.

LP Comment: On the first preview I wrote it as 'rubs the ass off my cheeks' I LOL'ed.

Know her now?
Heheheh. Too funny, Chella...

The two guards laughed among themselves after realizing their mistake. The disguise was a success!

Well done, Aisha! *She smiles and hugs me.* I'll tell Master Nathan that you have passed this lesson!

I nodded and returned to my room to clean up the disguise.



After a nice, hot bath, I leaned back in the tub of warm water as I think of my next move. I recall all of my thieving experience as well as combat so far, and decided I was ready to advance my Rogue training to the next level.



I rose from my bath as my decision was made and began practicing with my thievery arts.



I felt...sharper.



As I looked at myself in the mirror, I felt more confident of dodging more attacks. Master Hatori's training paid off...I've killed my first man. Soon, Vico...Soon.



This is enough for now. I dozed off into bed after packing up my training materials.

The next morning...



I grabbed breakfast from the kitchen and met Caron as usual on the hallway.



I smiled at him.

You wearing anything underneath? *He smirks.*
Yes, I am.
Hehe, I don't believe you!
Could we change the subject, already?

He smiles.

Okay, so what's up?
I've finished one of my lessons!

He looks at me curiously.

Chella's lesson was about disguising. She made me play the role of a beggar.
A beggar? You?

He laughs.

Why's that funny?

He regards me for a couple of moments, then shrugs.

I don't know. It just seems odd to me. You're so graceful. And it's not just the way you move. It's also your speech. Pretty much everything about you, actually.
Oh...
You must think I'm a pretty big fool, huh? *Grins.* Guess I just like you. *Smiles.*

I try to ignore that comment. This is not the right time...I don't really want Caron to get involved. And if Vico hears this...

Well, anyway. In order to pass Chella's test, I had to fool Master Nathan's bodyguards upstairs.
Heh. They must be pretty blind. Guess we should be concerned for Master Nathan's safety. *He smirks.*
Right. You wouldn't be fooled that easily, of course.
I'd have recognized you.
Don't be so sure about that.
I am sure. It's your eyes. You can't disguise your eyes. *He smiles.*
Oh...
Well, I'd also recognize you by the size of your butt. *He grins.*
Caron!

He chuckles.

You know, for a moment I thought you were a really nice guy.
Well, sorry...*He clears his throat.* Anyway, got any other news?
Not right now.
Alright, but keep me updated.
Sure!

I waved him goodbye and set forth towards the marketplace. According to Master Nathan, Master Yance is the person I should seek out for pickpocketing lessons.



Greetings, are you Master Yance?
That I am, yes. And who wants to know?
I'm Tina. Master Nathan told me to look you up. He said you'd teach me something?

He studies me critically.

Hm. Teach you?
Well, yes.
You've got expertise with putting your fingers where they don't belong?

LP Comment: Well, she's got experience with someone putting something into her.

I have some basic knowledge of thievery...
Very well. Show me. I've got a ring in my pocket. Get it, and it's yours.

I smiled and get to work. I walked away a few steps from him and quietly approach. Finally, at arm's length, I dipped the tip of my fingers into his pocket in search of something metallic. Only for Master Yance to turn around with a disapproving stare.



He told me to try again, this time with better timing and closer range before I swoop in. This time, it went smoothly.



He did say it's mine, right? I slipped it into one of my fingers.

I've got it!

I showed him the ring on my finger.

Good. Keep it. The problem you'll face when you're sent on thieving mission is that most people won't be amused to catch you in the act. If you're caught, run away, hide behind a corner, and try again. Sometimes you may also have to steal from somebody who'd attack you on sight. So it's a good idea to learn how to be stealthy.

I nodded.

Okay. This is Timmy. *He puts a hand on a little boy next to him.* He works for the family, too. He's really good at pick pocketing.
Okay.
He just passed his final test. He has placed three rings on three different people in the city without their knowledge. A copper, a silver, and a steel one. Your task is to bring me these three rings.
Where do I find these people?
The first ring is on a dark skinned sailor at the harbor in South Betancuria. Careful. These guys are rough with pickpockets.
I know...
For the other two, check out...5 Castle Street in North Betancuria and 23 Knight's Street in Western Betancuria. Got it all?

I finished scribbling on my journal and nodded.

Good luck, then!

Later at 5 Castle Street...



That wasn't so hard. The front door was easily picked...and it's just a guard dog. Let's find that ring!



Oh dear, the door to the second floor has a very complex lock on it..I need to get the key. I eyed the bookcase across the room and tiptoed past the guard dog. As I got closer, I dipped my hand into the shelves, hoping to find a loose key in the middle of the books. When suddenly a loud, SNIKT! sound was heard.



I reeled back in shock as spikes cut the length of my arm. I gritted my teeth to suppress my scream. Careless, girl! I made a mental note to check for traps next time.



I made sure the trap no longer triggers and emptied the shelf. Three books and a key was all that I found. I guess I can read it later. The key fits the door to the second floor!



A simple lock on the chest of drawers was bypassed in the second floor and I snatched a lone ring inside. One down, two to go! I could leave immediately, but what's the fun in that? The house is practically empty! I ransack the other room and grabbed a red dress from a bare cupboard.




It'll do.



From a nearby desk, I plundered a ring with bluish-glow. I shouldn't wear these when I am sneaking around. Satisfied that I took everything that isn't nailed down, I left the house and said a prayer of thanks to the Almighty.



LP Comment: +5 Chaotic Alignment per looted containers. Princess doesn't give a fuck.



The next place to find is in West Betancuria. I'm definitely saving the worst place, the harbor for last. Knight's Street...



Uh oh.

LP Comment: Turn to the next page to initiate rape scene.

Hey there, little coo! What are you doing there?

He eyes me up and down, his gaze finally resting on my chest. I'm not used to this Dhorn's behavior. I thought their kind wouldn't think of such things. But every family always have a black sheep, huh?

I'm just going along the street...That's not forbidden, is it?
Normally, it's not. But in your case...

LP Comment: Fuck you asshole: It's not. So it's not.

A young woman, all by herself, and clad in these skimpy clothes. I must say that looks more than fishy.
But I'm just a poor kitchen girl, I don't have any money to buy better clothes.
That's what you say. But I can just see how my superiors might suspect that you are a prostitute looking for customers.
I am NOT a prostitute!
They all say that. I'm afraid I will have to arrest you. Unless...

He looks at my breasts. I weighed my options. I could try running, but he'd use that to prove my guilt and call on his comrades to arrest me. Attacking him in the open would lead to a similar outcome. I'll...I'll have to convince him to let me go somehow.

Please, can't you let me go?
Prostitution is a capital crime. They might even hang you for it.
But I told you, I'm no harlot!
I'll tell you what. How about you...convince me personally that nothing illegal was about to take place here?

LP Comment: Why don't you just invest more points in Intimidation already, you fail-as-fuck persuader?

And how would I do that?
Well, one of these houses is unoccupied, if we went there together, and you'd be nice to me, our patrols would certainly have no ground for reasoning that you are a prostitute doing it for the money.

I can argue with this guy all day, but I doubt he'll give way. I have to wait for my chance in a secluded spot. I spy his fully armored outfit and swallowed. He's not going to be easy.

Fine. Sure...whatever.
Come.

He puts an arm around my waist as we walked.


We'll be undisturbed here. Our troops have confiscated this house after its former owner, uhm, passed away. It will most likely be sold in a couple of weeks, but until then, it will do. So tell me, what's your name?
Tina.
Tina..That's pretty. *Smiles.*

I shift uncomfortably.

Well, how about you show me your tits now, Tina of Betancuria?
No..I..I don't want to do that.
Huh? Why do you think I brought you here? So we could talk about the goddamn rain?!

I gritted my teeth as he tightened the grip around his sword. I regretted not wearing my chain hauberk. I won't be able to change into it...I drew a deep breath as I make a reach for the morning star on my belt, when suddenly the door opens!




It's one of Master Nathan's guard! I think we can take him on now!

I'm the one who'll kick your ass all the way back to Dhorn if you don't keep your fingers off her.

LP Comment: ....probably the most sensible and bad ass line in the game so far.

The Dhorn turns towards me and frowned.

You know that bull?
I'm her brother, Dhorn.

The Dhorn turns back to face Master Nathan's bodyguard.

Her brother, huh?



LP Comment: Aisha, what does the power scouter say?

Well, okay.

Finally, the Dhorn seemed to back down and returns his gaze at me.

I usually spend my evenings at Tald's Tavern. Look me up when you've rid yourself of your brother. It's going to be worth your while.

He touches my shoulder briefly, then leaves the building.


Whew, I'm SO glad that you came by, Timo.

LP Comment: Rape Averted. I really don't know how or why the creator scripted this in...does she leave it to her players to choose whether the PC is to be raped or not raped? Is it a rail-roaded rescue? Or not?

You okay, Aisha?
that Dhorn said he'd arrest me..

He nods.

I saw you with him and figured you might be in trouble.
I'm really glad that you came by.
Wasn't by chance, Nathan told me to keep an eye on you. For the first couple of days, anyway.
You've been following me the last few days?

LP Comment: Well where were you when I was raped in the harbor, muscleman?

Yeah, though I've got to admit that I've lost you a couple of times.

LP Comment: Oh.

Want to go and see Nathan now? We should tell him of this.
I've got something else to do, first.
As you wish. But please be a bit more careful from now on, okay?

He left the warehouse and I continued to Knight's Street unopposed.



The door yielded to my picks. No guardians at the first floor. Smooth start.



I raided the kitchen for some loose bits and found a prized healing potion in one of the drawers.



The second floor is occupied by a lone man. I assumed he must be carrying the ring somewhere in his pocket. If not, it must be somewhere in this floor.



I searched the room next door and found a sole loose gem in the corner of a drawer.



I crept quietly to the man and dipped into his pocket.



Curses!

Ah!
I'm going to take you to the guard, bloody thief! That will teach you, stealing from hard-working people.

He glares at me. I better think of something fast!

(Bluff) Do as you must. The guards are going to let me go within the hour.
Hm...

He gives me an unsure look. I pressed my luck.

(Bluff) There are those people who force me to do this. They are going to beat me if they learn that you have caught me...
Oh, ouch. *He gives me a compassionate look.* Alright. I'll let you go.

I sighed in relief. Good think I have a sharp wit! Now I'll just have to come back later and...

But I want something in exchange, pretty thing.

He smirks and points towards his trousers. I gave him a puzzled look to buy some time.

You take my dick in your mouth, sweetie. You surely have done that before?
You've got to be joking.

I backed off from him and reached for my morning star...

Then I'm going to take you to the guard, stupid cunt! Make up your fucking mind already!
The only thing I'll make is you, BLOODY!

I swung my morning star at his face and retreated down the stairs as he dodged the strike.



He followed close behind as I put on my chain hauberk and equipped my wooden shield from my pack.


Where you going, pretty thing? Come!

He descended down the stairs with his palms open.

Yeah, COME TO MY BLOWS!



The strike hit him squarely on his chest, he clutches it in pain. We exchanged blow, and even though he is barehanded, I am ashamed to admit that he is getting the better of me. I attempted to call upon the Almighty's blessing, but his punches would disrupt my casting.

You're going down, bitch!

I reached to my pack and quaffed a potion.


Don't think so, thanks for the potion!

I need a second wind, I retreated upstairs.



As I arrived first to the top of the stairs, I awaited his arrival and timed my swing perfectly. Hitting him on his soft sides.


Bleed, you bastard!

He gurgled in reply as blood exited from his mouth. He attempts another swing with his bare-fist. It was too slow, the strength has left him. I dodged and gave him no mercy.

Coup de grace!


UNF!

With a loud twhack, his head collided with the wooden pillar, and the white of his eyes swallowed his pupils. Dead.

Another man slain!

I grabbed the ring from his pocket and helped myself to his purse. I took one last look at his body before looting everything else in his house.



Satisfied, I slammed the door behind me and smiled at the Betancurian rain that greeted my exit. It's a good day today!

Also most situation in this module can be described by this gif:

RK47 said:

LP Comment: Rape Averted. I really don't know how or why the creator scripted this in...does she leave it to her players to choose whether the PC is to be raped or not raped? Is it a rail-roaded rescue? Or not?

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It's a, uhm, quest trigger. Later on you can sleep with the Dhorn guy every time you want for money, which coupled with other similar events is a good way to get all the low level spells in your wizard book if you have the patience and the stomach, and are a wizard. Or if you are a sorceress wanting to have a bunch of scrolls of spells you did not get on level up.

There are loads of triggers like that, and I even believe you missed a couple based on your previous choices. There may be other ways to trigger those quests, though.

Reinstalling NWN RIGHT NOW!

Man... Semi-disturbing rape fetishes aside, this module actually looks pretty damn awesome. And judging by the amount of DISCUSSion this LP has already generated, it might be the best rpg since pst and desu ex

What are the effects of completing a lesson ? It'd be nice if it actually improved the skills you'd been working on, but I'm not sure such a thing would be possible in a NWN module.


7th update, uh ? So far, we've experienced rapes, attempted rapes, public nakedness, artistic nakedness, furtive nakedness, random nakedness, hardly there clothes, BDSM, accusations of being a prostitute and rampant lechery. We've even managed to protect our virtue once or twice. The obvious question is : what's next ?

My bet is on bondage. Putting aside the whipping, we haven't been bound a single time. What's up with that ?

I'm considering giving this mod a try and whoring myself through the game just to see how it goes. Pretty fucking awesome stuff so far.

IT IS TOTALLY IMPOSSIBLE TO AVOID BEING RAPED IN DANCES WITH ROGUES





although it seems to be going better now. thank u for not whoring yourself out too much rk47, it is disturbing enough as it is.

I'm seriosly going to have to play a male gnome for this module. Even if I'll probably have to hax0r the files for it to let me. It'll be lulzy.

Also, the creator really ought to have called this module Raped Rogues with Raping in Rape: The forced nonconsensual sexing.

Let's see if you can stomach the horrible sequel module. The first is hilarious and even has some good design, but the second one... urgh. It's the most tedious shit I've played on the NWN engine, and that's quite an achievement.

Part 2 is more or less complete although it's still a work in progress. Last update was last year and made some pretty noticeable changes as well as a lot of subtle changes to part one. Valine promised that things would change for part 2, and the second half of part one indicated that the changes to part 2 could be a pretty big deal. She was trying to figure out exactly what to do with part two around this time last year, so it might be worth delaying part 2 until it's ready.

Erebus said:

What are the effects of completing a lesson ? It'd be nice if it actually improved the skills you'd been working on, but I'm not sure such a thing would be possible in a NWN module.


7th update, uh ? So far, we've experienced rapes, attempted rapes, public nakedness, artistic nakedness, furtive nakedness, random nakedness, hardly there clothes, BDSM, accusations of being a prostitute and rampant lechery. We've even managed to protect our virtue once or twice. The obvious question is : what's next ?

My bet is on bondage. Putting aside the whipping, we haven't been bound a single time. What's up with that ?

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Completing these lessons are the only reliable way to gain meaningful EXP. Unlike most standard modules where combat makes 75% of the EXP rewards, this is the complete opposite.

Chapter 08: The Third Ring

I step carefully on the harbor, wary for any dangers from its dark alleys. Suddenly, a voice calls out my real name from the darkness.


How do you know my name?
A man told it to me. He pointed at you and gave me this note to deliver.

He hands the note over. I eyed it warily. Who could it be? Dhorn spies? Or is it Vico just messing with me?

A man? Who? What did he look like?
I don't know. He looked just like every man looks.
Yeah, that helps.
I don't know who he was. He just ordered me to give you this note.
Alright, thank you.

He holds out his hand, obviously expecting a reward. I did not have the heart to refuse.

Well alright, here's a coin for you.
Thanks a lot, pretty lady!

LP Comment: +1 to Good Alignment

He beams a smile at me, then darts off. I unfold the note and read it.



Not a trap, huh? Oh well. I know where the Old Wharf is, but it's still too early. I need to find this third sailor on the mean time.



I ignored him completely. A dark skinned sailor is the one I'm looking for...



Ah, that must be him. Here goes...

Want to see a really big pole, sweetie?

He grins and makes an obscene gesture.

I don't think so. I just came by and had to admire that pretty ring you wear on your finger.
*He grins.* Yeah, found it in my pockets. No idea where I have it from, but I like it!
Do you think you could part with it?
Depends...how much?

What am I saying? I could just steal it off him! I shook my head and back off into a darker alley, waiting for an opportunity.



His back's turned. Now's my chance.



I've got it! I smiled to myself as I stuffed the tiny thing into my pocket and walked away. It's time I hand these rings over to Master Yance. I left the dirty harbor district behind me and return to the marketplace.


Do I know you?
Oh my God! You are Princess Aisha!

I was stunned. Who is this man? I must keep my act for now...curses, if only I had put on the beggar disguise!

You must be mistaken.
No, no. I am absolutely sure! Princess Aisha! *Bows.*
I'm sorry, I really don't know what you're talking about.

If this carries on, the Dhorn will get me! I need to get him to shut up!
Oh my god, if my wife hears that you're still alive..! You have to know, we were always great admirers of the Royal Family!

Damn this idiot! Doesn't he know my circumstances?

Who are you?
I used to tend the horses in the castle when one was sick. I've seen you pretty often when you went out for a ride, I have a talent for recognizing faces, I think. Your hair is different..but still, I'd recognize you on the spot, everywhere...I still cannot believe you're talking to me. Are your parents alive as well? We've seen their corpses impaled on the castle walls. Was it just a trick to fool the Dhorn? Are they off to gather an army to take the city back.

Damn it, just shut up already! This fool! I ..I can't deny it any longer. The look on my face as he mentioned my parents' deaths...

LP Comment: Skill Checks. This Conversation Has None.

Look, as far as I know, only I survived.
Oh...

I weighed my options. I need to silence him. How? Should I draw him to a quieter place and...No, no. Stop thinking with violence. I need someone else more experience with this...I need...I need Master Nathan's help!

Look. We should talk, but not here...Meet me at the Bear Pit Inn, please.

I hope I'm not making a mistake. If he told his neighbors, Master Nathan and the rest of the inn will go down along with me.

The Bear Pit Inn? Is that where you live now? Of course, Princess! I shall meet you there! *He bows.*

LP Comment: Valine can be quite inconsistent in her writing. At times, she calls it the Bear's Pit Restaurant. Like the sign said outside, but Aisha would call it a tavern when she head downstairs for the first time. And now, the 'Bear Pit' is an Inn. That doesn't have any room for rent. Consistency can be a bitch to maintain.

I parted with him and hasten my pace to the marketplace. I must return to Master Nathan after handing in these three rings.


Hm. You've acquired them indeed. I'm surprised. Honestly, I thought you'd not be able to do this.
You should never underestimate your enemies.
*He laughs.* I hope I won't ever have to fight you then! I'll tell Nathan that you're a decent thief. *He smiles.*
Thank you.

That's another lesson passed. But I can't rest on my laurels, I need to bring this urgent news to Master Nathan!



The Bear's Pit's been my home for months...and a new family to me. I must protect them at all cost. I entered the first floor and shuffled past the tables. When suddenly, a patron stood up and waved at me.


Hey there, pretty girl! Care to join me for some wine?

He smiles at me invitingly. I eyed him warily. What does he want? Can't he see I'm not one of the waitresses?

Come. You can sit on my lap. I'll pay for everything of course.
Sorry. I'm not that kind of girl.

He sighed in disappointment as I left him behind and climbed up the stairs.



The sight of Caron eased my concerns somewhat. He's been a good friend.

Hey there, Aisha! What's up?
I've completed another lesson!
Cool! What happened?
I passed my pick-pocket lesson!
Heh. Well, good thing we practiced, right? *He grins.*
Yes. I had a good teacher. *Smile.*
*He smiled back at me.* Want to tell me more about it?
There's not a lot to say. I had to pick-pocket three rings of some people in the city, then bring those back to Master Yance at the market place.
Yance? He's still around then? That's good.
You know him?
Yep. He was my teacher and mentor. He introduced me to this business. *He smiles.*
Oh, I see.
Want to hear the story?
Sure.
Must have been five or six years ago. I had traveled to Betancuria together with a fruit merchant, but I didn't lik ebeing an apprentice boy a lot. Way too much work. I thought about becoming a pimp, that looked like a really cool job.

LP Comment: A chinese boy's dream.

Lots of pretty girls you're in charge of, but you don't have to actually do anything but stand around and look grim.

I rolled my eyes. Caron can be such a dreamer when young! He noticed my reaction and continued.

Well, I was young and stupid. I had a really rough time for a while just finding something to eat. Yance caught me one day while I was trying to cut the purse of an older lady. I'm not sure whether he was impressed by my technique or just took pity on me, but he took me in, and taught me how to do this properly. Did you know that he was the leader of a whole gang of thieves back then? All of them, youngsters like me. We all stole together, slept together, hid from the guards, shared our spoils. It was like a family, only better.
But what about your parents?
*He shrugs.* I've got no idea who my father was...My mom worked in a tavern, but she was killed when I was little.
I'm sorry to hear...
Yeah, well. That's the course of life. And all in all I cannot complain. Well. Expect that Chella's not allowing me into your bed. *He grins.*
In your dreams.
In my dreams, she does allow me in. And you wait for me with open arms. *He smirks.*
Forget it, Caron.
So...Got any other news?
Not right now. I've a report to make to Master Nathan, see you later, Caron.
Alright, but keep me updated!


Aisha.
Master Nathan, someone recognized me in the streets! It was a citizen. Male. He was absolutely sure it was me.
Go on.
I told him to meet me here at the inn...I'm so sorry, Master Nathan. I should've been more careful...
No, no. You made the right choice. Describe him as best as you can.

I tried to do so, recalling the memories of whatever he was wearing and his features.

I'll take care of it, Aisha. Is there another matter you wish to discuss?

I tell him of my encounter with the Dhorn who accused me of being a prostitute and how Timo saved me in the nick of time. He listened attentively and thanked Timo for a job well done. When I have finished my story, he scratches his chin.

That must have been the first Dhorn I've met who showed such an interest in...you know.
Yes, very unusual. Tell me about him. Anything you remember.
He was older than me, but still young for a soldier, I would say. He had short, brown hair. He told me that he can be found at Tald's Tavern at times, and that I should come and see him.

He nods.

So what should I do? Should I go and see him?
I'll tell Mando to send one of his girls. It sounds very much like it would be worth checking out, but I don't want you to do that, Aisha.
Oh, why?
It's risky, and you're just learning the ropes.

He's got a point. That man was armed to the teeth and a Dhorn soldier, botching up with him would arouse suspicions.

But if I still go there...?
I don't think it is a good idea. Now, was there anything else?
There is a certain matter of a self-portrait of mine. It was secured inside the Dhorn Administration Building, but I've got it back!
Good. I trust you will keep it in a secure place?
Of course.
Anything else?
That's all for now, Master Nathan.

I left his office and returned my room for a short rest. I pondered about the meeting tonight with the mysterious person. This is not a trap, the note said. Yeah, right. Laying on my bed, I flipped through the books I stole and didn't find any of them interesting. Save for one. It was titled, 'Wind by the Fireside.'

So as you shiver in the cold and the dark
Look into the fire and see in its spark -
My eye
Watching over you

As you walk in the wind's whistling claws.
Listen past the howling of the wolf' jaws.
My song
Comes to you.

And when you're lost in the trackless snow,
Look up high where the eagles go.
My star
Shines for you.

In deep, dark mine or on crumbling peak,
Hear the words of love I speak.
My thoughts
Are with you.

You are not forsaken
You are not forgotten.
The North cannot swallow you.
The snows cannot bury you.
I will come for you.
Fae'run will grow warmer.
And the Gods will smile
But oh, my love, guard yourself well-
All this may not happen for a long, long while.

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I drifted to sleep as I finish the last passage of the poem.



It's night. Time to meet our mysterious person. I donned the chain hauber and carry the small shield on my left hand. Better be prepared. I mutter a short prayer before I take my leave.



It's dark, but the Dhorn still patrol the streets. I hid in the shadow as I drew my morning star. I won't be caught unarmed.



Something...moves in the shadows. I felt a churn in my gut. I slowly mutter a prayer of light and felt His Presence empowers me.



I see a lone man in the distance. I gazed at his outfit and measured my chances.



The figure standing by the lamp post looks at me expectantly. It's a man in his middles years, with short dark hair. I don't think I have seen him before. But he wears blue and yellow plate and mail, like my father's soldiers did!


Lady Aisha. *The man bows.* I trust you got my note?
Who are you? And how do you know my name?
I served in the King's Guard. I've seen you a few times at the castle. My name is Justan. Justan Fyne.
I..I don't think I know you. Besides, I heard the Dhorn killed all soldiers of the King's Guard.

He looks disappointed.

You don't remember me?
Maybe I would if you told me a little more about yourself?
I know your life must have been miserable since the Dhorn have taken over the city. I'm tired of hiding, too. But I might be able to get us out of the city!

I stopped and think about what he said. Leave the city? To where?

I've spoken to a Captain who would grant us passage to Illeria. We would be free! You could proclaim who you are and stay with Illeria's nobility, in exile. Maybe even marry a prince. You'd be a queen again as it befits your station.

I'm not born yesterday...

That sounds too good to be true.
Yes...but the passage won't be free. The captain risks quite a lot smuggling two people out of the city who the Dhorn are after. So he asks for ten thousand gold coins.
Even if I'm interested in your offer, I don't have that much gold.
*He nods.* Neither do I. But your valiant Justan has found a solution that will earn us the passage, and we'll even have money left for Illeria.
What? How?
Well, there's a lot of talk in the harbor taverns. It seems like the Dhorn are very much interested in finding a group of local thieves and smugglers. They are offering a huge amount of money for pointing them in the right direction.

Is he referring to Master Nathan's operations?

What makes you think I could be of help?
I've been watching you ever since I first spotted you in the streets. You're acting strangely. Vising places, doing things...I think you've been in contact with those criminals. I've often seen you around the Bear Pit Restaurant. Is that where they are located?

LP Comment: A restaurant now.

I don't mean to blame you, Princess! I can imagine how desperate you must have been. But all you'd have to do is give me some names, and we could be off to Illeria! Then we could leave this nightmare of a city behind for good!

Chella. Nathan. Caron. And the rest of the kitchen staff..I can't let them come to harm. They've done so much to me. Vico...Vico is related to them, too. No. I won't do this. I'll stand here and fight together with my new allies! They've been friends and mentors, how can I sell them out and run away!

No. I won't betray them.
Think about it! A normal life! No more hiding! What's the fate of a few low class thieves compared to your future?

Go to hell. I don't care if they're thieves. They didn't steal my parents from me!

No. I won't do that!
That's your final decision?

I reached for the morningstar on my belt and nodded grimly at him.

You heard me. Now leave me be.

A long pause followed. I stared at him hard, expecting him to signal the rest of his cohorts to jump me. I'm ready for anything.

I'm glad.
Huh?

He smiles.

Until we meet again, Princess.

He bows, then there's a flash!



And he's gone!

-Slutty clothing.
-Rape.
-Made by a women.

Why I am not surprised? Every fucking time one of those White Knights come about complaining about how game portray women in a negative light because of how they look and how they are dressed ... well at least they are NOT subject to rape attempts every fucking 5 steps are they?

Forgot about these windows.

These challenge ratings in NWN were so misleading.

Effortless could describe a creature that could insantly kill you, and Impossible could describe an ogre that was dead in a few rounds.

" Are your parents alive as well? We've seen their corpses impaled on the castle walls" haha..

Drakron said:

-Slutty clothing.
-Rape.
-Made by a women.

Why I am not surprised? Every fucking time one of those White Knights come about complaining about how game portray women in a negative light because of how they look and how they are dressed ... well at least they are NOT subject to rape attempts every fucking 5 steps are they?

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Read the sex scenes, there's no way in hell the author was a woman.

DwarvenFood said:

" Are your parents alive as well? We've seen their corpses impaled on the castle walls" haha..

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Heh, this LP is a pretty fun read.

Wyrmlord said:

Forgot about these windows.

These challenge ratings in NWN were so misleading.

Effortless could describe a creature that could insantly kill you, and Impossible could describe an ogre that was dead in a few rounds.

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Yeah, it was based on the creature's CR compared to your own or something.

RK47 said:

DwarvenFood said:

" Are your parents alive as well? We've seen their corpses impaled on the castle walls" haha..

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It's actually quite fun to read this Let's Play thingie given it becomes pretty obvious there is a lot of different ways to solve each situation. So far you have solved almost every quest, like, completely different to how I did.

Admiral jimbob said:

Read the sex scenes, there's no way in hell the author was a woman.

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Someone's an idealist.

Whens the next update ? I'm tempted to get NWN on the cheap just for the modules.