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Let's Dance with Rogues - 47 - Divided We Stand (Finished)
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RK47 said:
I'm not suggesting you pair him with Aisha, I'm just curious to know if the heroine can be so impressed by his strangling skills that she decides she loves him.
(Amusingly enough, such a thing happens in the last Agatha Christie I finished. Made me wonder if Ms Christie did not have some rather strange fantasies.)
Chapter 14: Princess in the Tower
The Tower's door is magically locked. I search for another option...
LP Comment: As far as I know, this is the only way to get in.
Ah, it appears the window on the second floor stands open! This must be why Cat advised me to bring a rope along! I tie my rope around a small rock and throw it up. I carefully tug at the rope, it seems to hold. Time to climb up!
LP Comment: Funny thing, the original narration mentions that the FIRST floor of the tower window is open. That makes...zero sense whatsoever. Valine continues to do this for apartment blocks. Remember Joanna's apartment? It was located at SECOND floor, yet I have to climb THREE floors up to find her. So what's the floor before 'first floor' is called? Ground floor? Huh? Make some sense, woman!
I manage to reach the window and slip in! Security is definitely tight in here, the first door is already trapped and locked. But my new gloves served me well. With a snick, the door locks yielded to my picks. I swung it open and scanned the room. Seems like a library of sort. Hiding in the shadows, I spy a strange, ethereal form patrolling the room.
Most...curious.
LP Comment: At this point I realized there's no fucking way to resolve this challenge with combat. Immunities to sneak attacks and critical hits are just too big of a handicap for rogues.
More traps litter the floor. I bend over and disarm the pressure plate.
The nearby desk yields a nice garnet and a magical dagger. I pocket both with a smile.
LP Comment: Aisha's first magical weapon! Oh, this counts as stealing and adds more chaotic alignment, Aisha is basically at the far end of the chaos meter already. So those wanna-be Paladins and Monks take note, this isn't the module for you.
Satisfied with the search, I descend down to the first floor. Only to encounter a sentry golem. It's spotted me! I make a run for it to the second floor.
LP Comment: Yeah, obviously meant to be taken down in combat.
I decide to abandon the search in the first floor and ascend to the third floor. Upstairs, a sentry golem accompanied by a hell hound patrol the floor.
LP Comment: I could kill this, but the golems would pose a problem if they assist.
I sneak past the golem and check the doors on the hall way.
The door at the end of the hall leads to the roof with nothing of interest to be found.
One door is magically sealed, while the other is a alchemy lab of sort. Unlocking the chest reveal a pair of tiny gems. I snatch them anyway. I've exhausted my search on the third floor by now. There must be a switch of some sort that will remove that magical ward to the wizard's bedroom. I descend to the second floor to repeat my search.
Looks like I missed a door in the library.
Aha! Whew, even the lever is trapped! I also grabbed three magical scrolls from the nearby cabinet. I'll have to identify them later. As I pulled the lever, I can hear a door being unlocked...not from upstairs. Downstairs.
I evade the golem sentry at the first floor and found a false bookcase hiding a door behind it.
LP Comment: I tried so many things to move the bookcase out of the way, but nothing works. And finally, I bashed it till it turns to wooden splinters. I know , I know, I had to try everything to make it work, but BASHING A FALSE BOOKCASE feels just...wrong. Especially when I had to pause and stealth again when the patrols pass by. So I decide to retcon the narrative a bit.
Finding a hidden latch, the bookcase made way for an unlocked door that leads to the tower's basement.
I got careless upon reaching the basement and triggered a trap. It stunned me for a while, luckily the guardians were not alarmed by this.
An imp and several caged hell hounds guard this floor. I thought I had successfully evaded detection when I reached the drawers containing a key...
A trio of magic missiles proved me wrong, striking my back with force. I gritted my teeth and ran to the first floor, hoping to lose the little critter.
The critter did not follow me to the third floor, and the key unlocks the wizard's bedroom. Time to finish the swap and leave this place!
But first, let's liberate this little trinket.
Satisfied that anything valuable has been taken, I swapped the clock on the wizard's desk for mine. His should fetch a fine price on the black market. I grinned and left the bedroom.
In my excitement, I totally forgot to watch out for the hell hound who unleashed a breath of flame at me, I shielded myself with my cloak and ran to my entry point at the second floor. Gripping the rope tightly, I take one last look at the tower's interior and slid back down to the streets.
Looks like no one spotted me.
Master Alfons will be pleased.
The Tower's door is magically locked. I search for another option...
LP Comment: As far as I know, this is the only way to get in.
Ah, it appears the window on the second floor stands open! This must be why Cat advised me to bring a rope along! I tie my rope around a small rock and throw it up. I carefully tug at the rope, it seems to hold. Time to climb up!
LP Comment: Funny thing, the original narration mentions that the FIRST floor of the tower window is open. That makes...zero sense whatsoever. Valine continues to do this for apartment blocks. Remember Joanna's apartment? It was located at SECOND floor, yet I have to climb THREE floors up to find her. So what's the floor before 'first floor' is called? Ground floor? Huh? Make some sense, woman!
I manage to reach the window and slip in! Security is definitely tight in here, the first door is already trapped and locked. But my new gloves served me well. With a snick, the door locks yielded to my picks. I swung it open and scanned the room. Seems like a library of sort. Hiding in the shadows, I spy a strange, ethereal form patrolling the room.
Most...curious.
LP Comment: At this point I realized there's no fucking way to resolve this challenge with combat. Immunities to sneak attacks and critical hits are just too big of a handicap for rogues.
More traps litter the floor. I bend over and disarm the pressure plate.
The nearby desk yields a nice garnet and a magical dagger. I pocket both with a smile.
LP Comment: Aisha's first magical weapon! Oh, this counts as stealing and adds more chaotic alignment, Aisha is basically at the far end of the chaos meter already. So those wanna-be Paladins and Monks take note, this isn't the module for you.
Satisfied with the search, I descend down to the first floor. Only to encounter a sentry golem. It's spotted me! I make a run for it to the second floor.
LP Comment: Yeah, obviously meant to be taken down in combat.
I decide to abandon the search in the first floor and ascend to the third floor. Upstairs, a sentry golem accompanied by a hell hound patrol the floor.
LP Comment: I could kill this, but the golems would pose a problem if they assist.
I sneak past the golem and check the doors on the hall way.
The door at the end of the hall leads to the roof with nothing of interest to be found.
One door is magically sealed, while the other is a alchemy lab of sort. Unlocking the chest reveal a pair of tiny gems. I snatch them anyway. I've exhausted my search on the third floor by now. There must be a switch of some sort that will remove that magical ward to the wizard's bedroom. I descend to the second floor to repeat my search.
Looks like I missed a door in the library.
Aha! Whew, even the lever is trapped! I also grabbed three magical scrolls from the nearby cabinet. I'll have to identify them later. As I pulled the lever, I can hear a door being unlocked...not from upstairs. Downstairs.
I evade the golem sentry at the first floor and found a false bookcase hiding a door behind it.
LP Comment: I tried so many things to move the bookcase out of the way, but nothing works. And finally, I bashed it till it turns to wooden splinters. I know , I know, I had to try everything to make it work, but BASHING A FALSE BOOKCASE feels just...wrong. Especially when I had to pause and stealth again when the patrols pass by. So I decide to retcon the narrative a bit.
Finding a hidden latch, the bookcase made way for an unlocked door that leads to the tower's basement.
I got careless upon reaching the basement and triggered a trap. It stunned me for a while, luckily the guardians were not alarmed by this.
An imp and several caged hell hounds guard this floor. I thought I had successfully evaded detection when I reached the drawers containing a key...
A trio of magic missiles proved me wrong, striking my back with force. I gritted my teeth and ran to the first floor, hoping to lose the little critter.
The critter did not follow me to the third floor, and the key unlocks the wizard's bedroom. Time to finish the swap and leave this place!
But first, let's liberate this little trinket.
Satisfied that anything valuable has been taken, I swapped the clock on the wizard's desk for mine. His should fetch a fine price on the black market. I grinned and left the bedroom.
In my excitement, I totally forgot to watch out for the hell hound who unleashed a breath of flame at me, I shielded myself with my cloak and ran to my entry point at the second floor. Gripping the rope tightly, I take one last look at the tower's interior and slid back down to the streets.
Looks like no one spotted me.
Master Alfons will be pleased.
anus_pounder
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Wow, he left you to burn ? I figured he choked you to death. Glad to See Aisha47 is still alive.
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That's how it works in most of Europe, though I think the American system is more well-spread worldwide. I figure RK47 is just having fun on that one.
So, uh, none of those golems and thingies will remember seeing you? Seems a little too easy.
So, uh, none of those golems and thingies will remember seeing you? Seems a little too easy.
Brother None said:
They are somewhat 'defeated' by Aisha's Hide skill level. It works like this:
-If you are spotted, the hostiles will chase you.
-If you manage to round a corner, the AI will give up and resume patrol
-If you enter another level segment, they will usually follow, so if you're smart, you can lure one to the second floor, and quickly dash back down to level one for easy split and hide.
The higher Hide skill lvl is, the easier it gets since enemies don't scale. The first stealth level in Dhorn Admin building is much harder due to my rank 2 hide etc. With gears and eventual upgrades, I think princess can ghost whole levels without being detected.
That's RPG character skill for you.
I really can't wait to get my hands on Elven cloak or something. That will shoot up hide to rank 20+ Close to undetectable IMO.
Also, the reason why someone brought up 'Shadowdancer = Button of Awesome' is because they can stealth even in view of enemies. THAT, is quite overpowered, but this module is quite harsh, so I think it's fair if I abuse it back. Fuck those rapists.
PS: I'm getting annoyed and pissed that the princess gets very little EXP from combat kills. It's ridiculous. Picking a single lock earns 50 xp compared to killing 2 bandits.
Great to see some more of this LP, carry on BRO !
Chapter 15: Showgirls
It's time to return to the hideout and report the good news to Master Alfons.
Grr, yes?
I've managed to replace the clock, Master Alfons!
LP Comment: Sometimes, Valine really loves to lengthen a sentence for no good reason. 'I've managed to sneak into the wizard's tower and placed the clock Cata gave me on the desk in the bedroom!' sounds too damn long. Alfons already knew the task, all he wants to know is whether the job is done or not.
Don't take me for a fool, girl!
What? I really did place the clock there.
He raises an eyebrow at me.
You're serious. You swear you placed it there? And you got into the tower all alone?
I nodded and showed him the clock I replaced. Alfon studies it for a few moments.
LP Comment: Again, I decided to edit it. In Valine's version. Alfons would study the Princess. THEN ask for the clock. The original clock. Wow...way to further the inanity.
You're telling the truth. You deserve a big reward for this. Hold on.
He seems to be really surprised. He dug into his pack and produces a short sword.
Here, this is yours.
Thank you.
I never believed you'd even get into the tower. It seems I underestimated you. I'll tell Nathan. He'll be really happy to hear this.
He smiles, then turns back to the woman by his side. I decided to take a short nap at the bunk beds.
That's enough excitement for today!
Morning came, and I examine the short sword from Master Alfons.
LP Comment: Not bad at all. On top of the +1 Acid damage, it gives an additional +1 Piercing too, but no +1 to Hit, which kinda pisses me off.
The ring I stole from the tower possess protective magic.
LP Comment: Guess I could ditch the cloak and just wear the ring.
LP Comment: She may look badass now...but really, she still suck at combat.
Guess that's the second last lesson. It's time to visit the Thousand Steps Inn for my final lesson...I waved at Mando to bid him farewell as I made my way out. But he stopped me from doing so.
What's up, Mando? Got a job for me?
Yes, I do indeed. A little break-in, interested?
Hmmm. This shouldn't take too long.
Sure.
Excellent. Alright, your task is the following: We've been approached by a customer who the Dhorn have stolen a couple of things from when they stormed the city, and he'd like to get his prized possession back. In this case, a golden statue. Our informants have found out that the Dhorn have passed the statue to the city's new Mayor.
He spits out contemptuously.
The city's got a mayor now?
Yeah, scum, collaborating with the Dhorn. He's nothing but a puppet, but they gave him the biggest house on the Isle of Men. Demonstrating how little they care for the existing hierarchies, I suppose. Whatever. Your job is to get in, find the statue and bring it back.
Sounds simple enough.
The Mayor's throwing a big party tonight. Sadly, none of us were invited. *He grins.* However, the Mayor has hired a group of dancers for the party. We've intercepted one of them.
Oh, I think I know the plan!
You'll pretend as one of the dancers to get into the Mansion. The mayor's kind of careful, so you'll need to wear this dancer outfit. Also, you may not have anything else on you, potions, jewelries, everything else but the dress is forbidden. They won't let you in otherwise. Feel free to use the chest next to me to leave your stuff behind during this mission.
Oh, I see.
Not even lock picks or a weapon? Darn...
Don't worry, nobody will take anything. Here's the dress you need to wear.
He hands me a light red dress.
It's unlikely that anybody will recognize you in there. The invited nobles are mostly from Dhorn. However, if you have the slightest suspicion that somebody does recognize you, I want you to run immediately.
I nodded. Better be safe than sorry.
This is NOT worth getting caught. Nathan will have my hide if something happens to you. Understood?
I'll be careful. But where do I find this statue?
Probably in his bedroom. Good luck, Aisha!
I left my items behind and decide to take a short walk around the city before embarking on this mission.
My wandering was cut short by the town crier's shouts.
Latest news! Academy's chancellor died in huge explosion!
An explosion? Here, in the city? How did that happen. I approached the crier who demanded a gold piece for a full explanation. I handed the gold and listened.
Perguin, the Academy's Chancellor is dead! He had only returned to the city a few hours before he died. Witnesses saw him enter the tower of Logald the Wizard on the Isle of Men.
Eh? That's the tower I broke into! Could it be?
Several minutes later, a huge explosion shook the area, destroying large parts of the tower. Perguin's corpse, or rather what bits remained of it, had been found in the urrble. Logald was severely injured but survived. He claims Perguin was paying him a visit to discuss some news. Though rumors on the streets say that both of them were lovers.
I was carrying a bomb in that clock?
The Dhorn have arrested Logald for further investigation. Logald's tower is badly damaged, with the roof and top floor completely gone. Logald denies any knowledge what might have caused the explosion, according to him, there were no explosive materials stored in his tower. The Dhorn authorities have not found any evidence yet that might indicate the blast was not an accident.
I hope Master Alfons had a good reason to blow up the tower, that must be why he was so worried. Oh well, I purchased two additional 'family' gears to help me in my night trades. But I can't use them this mission.
Later that night...
The tower two top stories are gone completely, the rest is only a black ruin. I pushed whatever thoughts out of my head and focused on my mission. I spot the Majordomo guarding the back door to the mansion and approach him.
The man snobbishly raises an eyebrow when I approach him.
Greetings, I'm one of the dancers for the Mayor's party.
He eyes me skeptically.
Is that so?
I smile politely and nod.
I have to search you before I can let you in.
Feel free.
After a thorough examination of my charms, he nods and guides me into the back entrance.
Well, here's your lost girl. I trust the show is set up and will please the attending guests?
Everything's ready, yes.
Very well. Wait here. I will accompany you to the ballroom when it is time.
Of course.
The lead dancer looks at me angrily after the man leaves the dressing room.
It's about time you show up! But what is this?
The woman turns my face from one side to the other, studying me closely.
Is that what you call a make-up?
Nobody told me I was supposed to wear any.
She shakes her head.
Fortunately there's still time left. Stand still, don't flinch.
She grabs a pen and some powder flacons, and start to work on my face.
I hope Christie's doing better?
Oh, I better keep my cover!
(Bluff) No, she isn't doing so well.
Sick, hmm? Poor girl. Let's hope she hasn't gotten with child. I trust you know how to dance?
Yes, I do.
I suppose I do...though it's been months since I've danced. I took basic dancing classes when I lived in the castle.
Once we've entered the ballroom, everyone will move to their designated spot. Yours will be the leftmost. A little bit out of sight. No offense. Just do what the other girls do, and you'll be fine.
She finishes my make-up and clap her hands.
Well, okay girls! Let's give them something to goggle at!
The man returns and beckon us forth. I swallowed a lump down my throat and hope for the best...
Here we go...
LP Comment: I wish I could sneak away from this shit...prepare for an inane performance!
LP Comment: This whole thing is an in-game cinematic. And it's 4 minutes long! FFS, Valine! WHY?!
I recommend this song to accompany this bullshit.
The whole halls erupted into applause as the climax ended. All of us are totally naked. We've thrown our entire dancing apparel, including underwear to the crowd. I dare not move from my spot. Soon, the nobles approach each dancers....
LP Comment: So...the Mayor is decadent..and the Dhorn don't bat an eyelid to this performance? What the fuck? Some plot consistently would help. The whole mansion feels like a DLC made by a different writer....until the sex parts come up later.
A man in his middle years walks up to me, smiling and applauding.
Excellent show! I couldn't take my eyes off you!
Thank you.
Say girl, do you have a name? *He smiles.*
Tina...
Tina...
He smiles, his eyes focused on my breasts.
That's lovely. A lovely name for a lovely young lady.
You're too kind, m'lord.
Allow me to introduce myself. I'm Leopold Tendenberry. Lord Leopol Tendenberry.
He bows deeply.
It is a pleasure to meet you, Lord Tendenberry.
My lands are alongside the western border of the kingdom of Dhorn. I'd be honored to welcome you as my dearest guest one day.
He takes my hand and places a kiss on the back of it.
I'd very much like to visit, M'lord.
Gods, I wish he'd leave me alone soon, so I can get on with my mission.
I would love to show you the forests, the hills, the river...I am most sure you would enjoy yourself a lot, Tina.
I am sure I would have a wonderful time with you at your castle, M'lord.
He smiles brightly as he looks me up and down.
LP Comment: Just how long does this have to go on?!
I am still completely overwhelmed by the beauty of the women in this city...I have traveled far, and I dare say nowhere have I seen women of your...pride and elegancy.
That is very kind of you to say, M'lord.
Well, what do you say, Tina? Shall we go to a more...private room?
He smiles at me invitingly.
Sure.
He bows and kisses my hand again, then takes my arm and gently guides me from the ballroom.
Lord Tendenberry leads me into a small room dominated by a pretty big bed. After closing the door behind us, he turns to face me.
I'll make this worthwhile to you...
He looks at me hungrily.
I'm sure you will....
I placed my hand on his head...and guide his face down to my lower torso.
My knee rose to greet him with a loud crack.
He fell to the floor in shock. His eyes turned white. I look down on him and shook my head. I don't feel like wasting time with the likes of him, I searched his pockets and scooped a lone gem. I quietly slip out of the room back to the main hallway. My mission begins now.
The nobles are still having a good time with the dancers. I shouldn't have too much trouble moving about on the lower floors.
I slip past the guard at the stairs. I'm going to need some clothes soon...
The first room I break into looks like a study.
I nicked a silver necklace and a key from the desk.
As I proceed further along the hallway...loud moans and grunts can be heard behind some doors....I decide to investigate.
Well, well....looks like the Dhorn general is too busy to notice anyone running away with his sword and armor...
More grunts ahead..this time in the library. The mayor is busy kneading the doughy breasts of a dancer.
I tiptoed behind him and notice a key next to his pile of clothes. It's mine now. I also took both his and the dancer's outfit. I guess I've found some clothes to wear now...
Looks like I made it into his bedroom. His key fits... I search the room and found two occult books on his shelves.
I flipped through the Incubus book.
An incubus is a demonic creature appearing like a human man, preying on females in their sleep. The incubus possess the ability to telepathically sense its victims' innermost thoughts and guarded sexual fantasies. It infects the victim's dreams, luring her to illicit thoughts and life of sexual depravity.
LP Comment: According to the module wiki, Valine did put a Succubus in this mansion. But removed it in the latest version. I think I should be glad for that change. The book holds very little significance now...probably just lore porn. I am not going to copy write all of it. The other books is...Minotaur porn.
This book is about a woman named Pasiphae, her husband, King Minos, and a creature named the Minotaurus.
LP Comment: After reading all that shit, I failed my will save and decide to stop the update right here.
It's time to return to the hideout and report the good news to Master Alfons.
LP Comment: Sometimes, Valine really loves to lengthen a sentence for no good reason. 'I've managed to sneak into the wizard's tower and placed the clock Cata gave me on the desk in the bedroom!' sounds too damn long. Alfons already knew the task, all he wants to know is whether the job is done or not.
He raises an eyebrow at me.
I nodded and showed him the clock I replaced. Alfon studies it for a few moments.
LP Comment: Again, I decided to edit it. In Valine's version. Alfons would study the Princess. THEN ask for the clock. The original clock. Wow...way to further the inanity.
He seems to be really surprised. He dug into his pack and produces a short sword.
He smiles, then turns back to the woman by his side. I decided to take a short nap at the bunk beds.
That's enough excitement for today!
Morning came, and I examine the short sword from Master Alfons.
LP Comment: Not bad at all. On top of the +1 Acid damage, it gives an additional +1 Piercing too, but no +1 to Hit, which kinda pisses me off.
The ring I stole from the tower possess protective magic.
LP Comment: Guess I could ditch the cloak and just wear the ring.
LP Comment: She may look badass now...but really, she still suck at combat.
Guess that's the second last lesson. It's time to visit the Thousand Steps Inn for my final lesson...I waved at Mando to bid him farewell as I made my way out. But he stopped me from doing so.
Hmmm. This shouldn't take too long.
He spits out contemptuously.
Sounds simple enough.
Oh, I think I know the plan!
Not even lock picks or a weapon? Darn...
He hands me a light red dress.
I nodded. Better be safe than sorry.
I left my items behind and decide to take a short walk around the city before embarking on this mission.
My wandering was cut short by the town crier's shouts.
An explosion? Here, in the city? How did that happen. I approached the crier who demanded a gold piece for a full explanation. I handed the gold and listened.
Eh? That's the tower I broke into! Could it be?
I was carrying a bomb in that clock?
I hope Master Alfons had a good reason to blow up the tower, that must be why he was so worried. Oh well, I purchased two additional 'family' gears to help me in my night trades. But I can't use them this mission.
Later that night...
The tower two top stories are gone completely, the rest is only a black ruin. I pushed whatever thoughts out of my head and focused on my mission. I spot the Majordomo guarding the back door to the mansion and approach him.
The man snobbishly raises an eyebrow when I approach him.
He eyes me skeptically.
I smile politely and nod.
After a thorough examination of my charms, he nods and guides me into the back entrance.
The lead dancer looks at me angrily after the man leaves the dressing room.
The woman turns my face from one side to the other, studying me closely.
She shakes her head.
She grabs a pen and some powder flacons, and start to work on my face.
Oh, I better keep my cover!
I suppose I do...though it's been months since I've danced. I took basic dancing classes when I lived in the castle.
She finishes my make-up and clap her hands.
The man returns and beckon us forth. I swallowed a lump down my throat and hope for the best...
Here we go...
LP Comment: I wish I could sneak away from this shit...prepare for an inane performance!
LP Comment: This whole thing is an in-game cinematic. And it's 4 minutes long! FFS, Valine! WHY?!
I recommend this song to accompany this bullshit.
The whole halls erupted into applause as the climax ended. All of us are totally naked. We've thrown our entire dancing apparel, including underwear to the crowd. I dare not move from my spot. Soon, the nobles approach each dancers....
LP Comment: So...the Mayor is decadent..and the Dhorn don't bat an eyelid to this performance? What the fuck? Some plot consistently would help. The whole mansion feels like a DLC made by a different writer....until the sex parts come up later.
A man in his middle years walks up to me, smiling and applauding.
He smiles, his eyes focused on my breasts.
He bows deeply.
He takes my hand and places a kiss on the back of it.
Gods, I wish he'd leave me alone soon, so I can get on with my mission.
He smiles brightly as he looks me up and down.
LP Comment: Just how long does this have to go on?!
He smiles at me invitingly.
He bows and kisses my hand again, then takes my arm and gently guides me from the ballroom.
Lord Tendenberry leads me into a small room dominated by a pretty big bed. After closing the door behind us, he turns to face me.
He looks at me hungrily.
I placed my hand on his head...and guide his face down to my lower torso.
My knee rose to greet him with a loud crack.
He fell to the floor in shock. His eyes turned white. I look down on him and shook my head. I don't feel like wasting time with the likes of him, I searched his pockets and scooped a lone gem. I quietly slip out of the room back to the main hallway. My mission begins now.
The nobles are still having a good time with the dancers. I shouldn't have too much trouble moving about on the lower floors.
I slip past the guard at the stairs. I'm going to need some clothes soon...
The first room I break into looks like a study.
I nicked a silver necklace and a key from the desk.
As I proceed further along the hallway...loud moans and grunts can be heard behind some doors....I decide to investigate.
Well, well....looks like the Dhorn general is too busy to notice anyone running away with his sword and armor...
More grunts ahead..this time in the library. The mayor is busy kneading the doughy breasts of a dancer.
I tiptoed behind him and notice a key next to his pile of clothes. It's mine now. I also took both his and the dancer's outfit. I guess I've found some clothes to wear now...
Looks like I made it into his bedroom. His key fits... I search the room and found two occult books on his shelves.
I flipped through the Incubus book.
LP Comment: According to the module wiki, Valine did put a Succubus in this mansion. But removed it in the latest version. I think I should be glad for that change. The book holds very little significance now...probably just lore porn. I am not going to copy write all of it. The other books is...Minotaur porn.
LP Comment: After reading all that shit, I failed my will save and decide to stop the update right here.
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That's pretty much just the Greek legend of the Minotaur. What can I say? Greeks are pretty fucked up.
Awor Szurkrarz
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Kharn... Do you know any interesting rape movies besides Lilya 4-Ever?
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Possibly the most hilarious pic of the LP so far, though I'm confident the module can do even better.
Do we actually have any choice if we don't want to have sex with that idiot ?
RK47 said:An incubus is a demonic creature appearing like a human man, preying on females in their sleep. The incubus possess the ability to telepathically sense its victims' innermost thoughts and guarded sexual fantasies. It infects the victim's dreams, luring her to illicit thoughts and life of sexual depravity.
Wouldn't it be an epic!twist if it turned out all of the events in the module were just a dream inspired to Aisha by an incubus ?
The legend of the minotaur is quite faithfully told. I don't really see what it has to do with the story, unless the module is going to introduce a little bestiality in the life of our heroine.
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Who the heck are you? All calling me Kharn and knowing of the level of disturbment Lilya 4-Ever gives me. Great movie, completely unwatchable, eeeegh.
I don't really do exploitation, but A Serbian Film is as exploitation as you can get. Watch it and, I dunno, Salo, in between bouts of this LP, and list the similarities! Hurray for exploitation schlock!
Chapter 16 : The Final Lesson
I put down the two books and sighed. The mayor is a sick, sick person. Even the performance itself is twisted, how can the Dhorn approve of such a vulgar performance?
Further search in his room reveals a cabinet with a glowing ring and a pair of gems, I pocket both.
After more searching, I locate the statue inside his desk. It's time to leave this place.
Hey, what's this? A hidden door...
Soon as I entered, I was confronted by the sight of a naked, caged man.
Please, get me out of here!
Who are you?
My name's Sander. Sander Gregory. I'm a captive of the mayor. A very evil man.
He spits out at the mention of the name.
Why are you being held captive?
He lowers his eyes.
This is a bit complicated, and embarrassing.
Tell me.
Well, the Mayor...he thinks I'm a demonic creature of some sort. Can you believe that? Me, a demon!
He shakes his head. I eye him warily. Those books. Could he be one of those...Incubus?
I'm no demon! Please, you have to believe me! I used to be a carpenter before the Dhorn came! It's not my fault that women think that I'm attractive!
What does being attractive have to do with being a demon?
Well, the Mayor, he's absolutely obsesses. He calls me Incubus and thinks that I can bewitch women to make them couple with me. And he wants me to bestow him those powers. But I've got nothing like that! I'm no demon!
And for that reason he's locked you up?
LP Comment: What the fuck, Valine?
Eeks!
He gives me an abashed look.
It was not pleasant, but he forced me to! Please, I don't want to rot in this cell!
How do I know you're not a demon trying to trick me into setting you free?
I swear to you, by all that I hold sacred, that I'm no demon. I'm a carpenter!
He lets out a bitter, frustrated laugh.
I..I'll see what I can do.
I reasoned that if he is really an Incubus, he would just charm me into opening the cell for him instead of speaking with me. I went to work with the lock immediately.
The small silver key from the mayor's desk fits perfectly.
Thank the Gods! Thank you so much!
It was my pleasure to help you.
I'd like to get out of this place as quickly as possible...Do you know a way out of here? I mean, one past the guards so they won't catch me?
I think so...follow me.
It's going to be harder to leave by the front door with him along..I have to find another route.
The nearby weapons rack holds some arms. I equip the quarter staff and hand over the great sword to Sander.
I step out of the mayor's bedroom, only to hear a pair of guards having a conversation.
Lord Tendenberry was found dead on the first floor!
That's what you get when you consort with whores.
Yeah, but we'd better find the girl. Quickly. Lock all doors and search the lower floors.
Understood.
LP Comment: Funny thing, the original conversation cited that Lord Tendenberry REPORTED that one of the girl is missing. I guess Valine didn't code 'Tendenberry killed' into the script. I had to edit it just to make sense of it.
The nearby room's chest holds a whip and leather outfit. I gave the outfit to Sander to cover his nakedness.
Sensing that escape does not lie on the lower floor, I lead Sander to the upper floor.
A window..I could climb out through this and down onto the street below, but I probably won't be able to come back if I do so.
Ready to leave, Sander?
Yes!
We climb down carefully, so as not to attract attention.
Thank goodness we're out of that place!
Looks like it.
Don't worry, I won't let them take me again. Damn the Mayor and his men! *He clenches his fist.* I hope they choke on their own bile and go straight to hell! But I'd better go and see if my house is still standing. And find a change of clothes. *He glances up into the sky.* Damn rain. Some things never change, it seems.
Better out in the rain than inside that cell of yours, I'd say.
Oh yes. Absolutely. Well...take care then, m'lady.
He clasps my hands again, then runs off. I smiled at his disappearing form and make my way back to the hideout in the sewers. Mando is waiting.
Nice to see you again, Aisha.
Here's the statue.
Oh wow! Excellent work, Aisha!
He takes the statue and hands over a pouch of gold.
Keep the dress. Ask me again if you want any more jobs, okay?
I nodded and enter Alfons' office.
Yes, Aisha?
The wizard's tower...it's burnt down.
He nods.
The clock you delivered was set to explode when the target got close to it. Chancellor Perguin of the city's academy was the target. He often visited the wizard living in the tower. Really expensive device to craft...
You could've told me.
If I had told you that you were carrying something so dangerous, you might have stumbled over your own feet in fear.
Hm, you're probably right.
Sometimes, I cannot give you all the details beforehand. Anyway, it's good that the wizard is gone for a while. He is a pervert, and often snatches people off the streets for his experiments. Beggars and prostitutes, people who wouldn't be missed. They probably died in a very gruesome way.
Very well.
The Chancellor wasn't much better. He was cooperating with the Dhorn. The very same people who killed your family. Trust me, you did a good deed helping us get rid of those two. Try not to think too much about it. I know it's hard sometimes. But you'll get over it, you'll see.
I nod grimly. I need to adapt. I can't be bound by morality anymore. I just don't have the luxury. If I want to win against the Dhorn, I can't sweat over the small details. Which reminds me, there's somewhere I need to be.
It's 5 am. This is the alley where I was beaten, robbed and raped. In my exploration of one of the abandoned houses, I've discovered a secret entrance to their hideout.
I lifted the hidden trap door leading to the secret passage and prepared myself. It's payback time.
The leader is absent...and I can hear the faint sound of snoring as two of the bandits patrol the halls. I slip past them and head straight to the beds.
Once there, I called on my badger servant to distract the guards as I plunged my short sword to the sleeping bastards. I stabbed the first one on the chest, he gurgled something before dying.
I moved to the dwarf next to him and stabbed the short sword into his back. His heart punctured as blood flowed onto his mattress.
By then the two guards have finished dispatching my badger servant. I turned my attention to the female bandit and traded strikes.
I dodged a few bolts from the other as I applied the finishing blow to the bitch. She shrieked in horror as her wounds painted the floor red. A bolt struck me as I approach the last bandit.
*Winces.* Tell Rick Cars...tell him: That I'm coming for him!
I make my escape down to the secret passage, dodging several bolts along the way.
The bastard did not pursue. I cleaned my blade and retreated to my hide out. Ready to finish the job tonight.
But first...I need something to protect myself better. This shield should do the trick.
I returned to the Bear's Pit and rest until the sun sets.
Later that night...
Rick Cars and his gang is finished. I clench my short sword and shield.
I uttered a prayer before entering the battle.
My servant distracted them as I flank and stab them from behind. I'll leave Rick for last.
One down. Rick voiced his displeasure at his comrade's death.
You bitch!
Time to finish this, scum!
Our blades clashed, I got the upper hand as the acid inflict painful wounds on his chest.
Finally, I could sense he could take it no more and lunged out at me in rage.
I was only too happy to oblige. My sword struck true and lodged itself on his chest, acid bathing his exposed wounds as he screamed in agony. I grinned wickedly as I kicked his body back to withdraw my sword.
I spat at his worthless corpse, satisfied. Now...they won't hurt anyone. Ever again.
His lifeless corpse carries a key which unlocks the room in his hideout. Inside, is a gold necklace and a few scrolls. I pocket them and return to the hideout, satisfied.
Hi there, birdie. Rick's floating down the river yet?
He's dead. But he won't be polluting the river...
He nods approvingly.
Guess that shows that you've also got some talented hands.
You bet..
Anyway, well done. I've got to admit I'm impressed.
I say nothing. I wasn't looking to be praised by this bastard. I did this for myself.
Continue with your lessons. We're done for now.
Vico. Did you really threaten Caron?
Who?
Caron. He's working at the Bear's Pit.
Oh. That little guy.
Did you?
Might be. I spared him a glance last time I was around.
What's between Caron and me is none of your business, okay?
Look, birdie, I don't care whether you spread your legs for him or not. That guy's so clumsy, he'll probably get himself killed, anyway.
I'm serious, Vico. If you do something to him or threaten him again...
Yes?
He smiles.
....I'll kill you.
Right. *He laughs.* Go back to playing with your little dolls, birdie.
He turns away. I watched that back and imaged a bloodied dagger buried on it. I've wiped four names from the list so far...you're still on top of that list, Vico. Some day...
I turn towards the Family supplies and purchased a few bags of Caltrops. These should come in handy when fighting enemies. Anything that could tilt the odds to my advantage is always welcome. I attach a few pouches to my belt and made my way to the One Thousand Steps Inn for my final lesson.
As soon as I entered the inn, I noticed a blond man clad in plate mail suit is watching me with a very interested expression on his face...
The man is in his middle years. He's clad in plate and mail from head to toes. Perhaps he's a soldier or a warrior. He never takes his gaze off me.
Do I know you?
Why, greetings! *He smiles.* Allow me to introduce myself first. My name is Christiano Arniman, and this beautiful woman y my side is the Lady Myra Waynolt.
It's a pleasure to meet you.
May I be so bold to ask what your name is?
Tina.
Well met. Anyway, I hope you forgive me for staring at you so bluntly, but the lady Myra and I were wondering if you might be a thief, perhaps. No, don't worry, please. We mean no harm.
Why do you ask?
You see, the lovely Lady Myra and I are on a mission for the holy church of the Sun Lord. We have to find an old artifact. A golden chalice. It belonged to our church, but it was stolen from the temple fifty years ago. The thief was found and put to the question, but it seems he had already sold the chalice. However, the church managed to identify the person who bought it. Sadly, the said person was nowhere to be found. To put an end to this story, I think I have managed to track down that man. Or rather, the place where his remains rest. His grave is in one of the smaller Summer Islands. I'm convinced it's there.
Sounds nice, but why do you need my help?
We've already visited the island. However, we didn't get far. The tomb is full of locked doors and traps. So we've decided to hire the services of a professional who knows how to deal with that sort of thing. The problem is, with the Dhorn taking over Betancuria, such..experts..seem to have become quite rare. We've been here in this tavern for over two weeks now, to no avail. But then...we spotted you! You stalk around like a cat and you have very deft and delicate fingers.
So...you wish to hire me?
Exactly. I offer you 20 gold per day, plus an extra 100 when we find the chalice. What say you?
It sounds very tempting, but I have some errands to finish first. Perhaps when I'm done with those tasks, I'll find you.
I see. Well, come back when you're ready to venture off with us.
Sure...
I don't know what to think. Leaving Betancuria? I better finish my lesson first before thinking of such endeavors. I turn towards the innkeeper whom I'm supposed to get a lesson from.
What can I do for you?
Master Nathan sends me. I'm here to learn something about setting traps.
Alright girl. I hope you've brought good boots for this, and a thick cloak. We'll go away on a trip.
What? Now?
If it pleases Madame, yes. Just a few miles up the river by boat. Going to set some traps in the forest. Fresh meat for me, and you learn the ropes without killing anybody.
Alright then, let's be off.
He tosses two big sacks at me, then drags me out on the street. The harbor is our destination and we board a small boat. Before I could question him about the dangers of night sailing, he already untied the rope and instructed me to bring the sacks below deck. When I come back up, we're already floating in the middle of the river. It seems Master Kelten is quite an experienced sailor.
Nice to be out on the river, isn't it? I always say, if you've got water under your butt, you don't notice the rain near as much anymore.
If you say so, Master Kelten...but why did we stop here?
It looks like the storm will be going on for a while yet. Don't want to risk damaging the boat. So, I'm going to turn back here.
What about my lesson?
Oh yes. Well. See? This is a trap. You place it on the ground. Something walks in. Bang. That's it.
LP Comment: Hmm....
I see...
Clever girl. *He grins.* But I have brought you here on purpose.
LP Comment: DUN DUN DUN DUN
I look at him suspiciously. We're alone on the boat, and he seems to be an able fighter.
You see the river bank to your right? A couple of miles to the south and west is the road that leads back to Betancuria, if you follow it to the south. But going north, it leads to Sargoza and Min-Toras. I'm going to drop you off here. It's your choice which way to go.
Wait, you want to drop me off in the middle of the wilderness?
Yes, I do.
Can't I return to the city with you on your boat?
This is insane! I'm not ready for this!
No girl. I want you to think about this. And not just for a second.
Just what does he mean by that? Master Kelten brings the boat as close to the bank as he dares. He's really a good sailor.
Overboard with you!
You cannot expect me to swim to the shore!?
Diving's fine too.
He grins and shoves me overboard before I could protest. I fell with a loud splash, completely unfamiliar with swimming for months. My clothes threaten to pull me down, but it's only a short distance, then I feel the ground under my feet again. Panting, I climb up the bank.
I'm soaked wet, and it's chilly. Master Kelten waves back as he sailed way. I considered calling him back...but realized the howling winds and thunder wouldn't really carry my voice that far. I quietly remove my clothes and don my chain mail. The familiar short sword drawn from its sheathe, tinted green in the darkness, accompanied with the wooden shield. I gripped the both tightly and gazed at the harsh raining sky above.
This is my final lesson.
I put down the two books and sighed. The mayor is a sick, sick person. Even the performance itself is twisted, how can the Dhorn approve of such a vulgar performance?
Further search in his room reveals a cabinet with a glowing ring and a pair of gems, I pocket both.
After more searching, I locate the statue inside his desk. It's time to leave this place.
Hey, what's this? A hidden door...
Soon as I entered, I was confronted by the sight of a naked, caged man.
He spits out at the mention of the name.
He lowers his eyes.
He shakes his head. I eye him warily. Those books. Could he be one of those...Incubus?
LP Comment: What the fuck, Valine?
He gives me an abashed look.
He lets out a bitter, frustrated laugh.
I reasoned that if he is really an Incubus, he would just charm me into opening the cell for him instead of speaking with me. I went to work with the lock immediately.
The small silver key from the mayor's desk fits perfectly.
It's going to be harder to leave by the front door with him along..I have to find another route.
The nearby weapons rack holds some arms. I equip the quarter staff and hand over the great sword to Sander.
I step out of the mayor's bedroom, only to hear a pair of guards having a conversation.
LP Comment: Funny thing, the original conversation cited that Lord Tendenberry REPORTED that one of the girl is missing. I guess Valine didn't code 'Tendenberry killed' into the script. I had to edit it just to make sense of it.
The nearby room's chest holds a whip and leather outfit. I gave the outfit to Sander to cover his nakedness.
Sensing that escape does not lie on the lower floor, I lead Sander to the upper floor.
A window..I could climb out through this and down onto the street below, but I probably won't be able to come back if I do so.
We climb down carefully, so as not to attract attention.
He clasps my hands again, then runs off. I smiled at his disappearing form and make my way back to the hideout in the sewers. Mando is waiting.
He takes the statue and hands over a pouch of gold.
I nodded and enter Alfons' office.
He nods.
I nod grimly. I need to adapt. I can't be bound by morality anymore. I just don't have the luxury. If I want to win against the Dhorn, I can't sweat over the small details. Which reminds me, there's somewhere I need to be.
It's 5 am. This is the alley where I was beaten, robbed and raped. In my exploration of one of the abandoned houses, I've discovered a secret entrance to their hideout.
I lifted the hidden trap door leading to the secret passage and prepared myself. It's payback time.
The leader is absent...and I can hear the faint sound of snoring as two of the bandits patrol the halls. I slip past them and head straight to the beds.
Once there, I called on my badger servant to distract the guards as I plunged my short sword to the sleeping bastards. I stabbed the first one on the chest, he gurgled something before dying.
I moved to the dwarf next to him and stabbed the short sword into his back. His heart punctured as blood flowed onto his mattress.
By then the two guards have finished dispatching my badger servant. I turned my attention to the female bandit and traded strikes.
I dodged a few bolts from the other as I applied the finishing blow to the bitch. She shrieked in horror as her wounds painted the floor red. A bolt struck me as I approach the last bandit.
I make my escape down to the secret passage, dodging several bolts along the way.
The bastard did not pursue. I cleaned my blade and retreated to my hide out. Ready to finish the job tonight.
But first...I need something to protect myself better. This shield should do the trick.
I returned to the Bear's Pit and rest until the sun sets.
Later that night...
Rick Cars and his gang is finished. I clench my short sword and shield.
I uttered a prayer before entering the battle.
My servant distracted them as I flank and stab them from behind. I'll leave Rick for last.
One down. Rick voiced his displeasure at his comrade's death.
Our blades clashed, I got the upper hand as the acid inflict painful wounds on his chest.
Finally, I could sense he could take it no more and lunged out at me in rage.
I was only too happy to oblige. My sword struck true and lodged itself on his chest, acid bathing his exposed wounds as he screamed in agony. I grinned wickedly as I kicked his body back to withdraw my sword.
I spat at his worthless corpse, satisfied. Now...they won't hurt anyone. Ever again.
His lifeless corpse carries a key which unlocks the room in his hideout. Inside, is a gold necklace and a few scrolls. I pocket them and return to the hideout, satisfied.
He nods approvingly.
I say nothing. I wasn't looking to be praised by this bastard. I did this for myself.
He smiles.
He turns away. I watched that back and imaged a bloodied dagger buried on it. I've wiped four names from the list so far...you're still on top of that list, Vico. Some day...
I turn towards the Family supplies and purchased a few bags of Caltrops. These should come in handy when fighting enemies. Anything that could tilt the odds to my advantage is always welcome. I attach a few pouches to my belt and made my way to the One Thousand Steps Inn for my final lesson.
As soon as I entered the inn, I noticed a blond man clad in plate mail suit is watching me with a very interested expression on his face...
The man is in his middle years. He's clad in plate and mail from head to toes. Perhaps he's a soldier or a warrior. He never takes his gaze off me.
I don't know what to think. Leaving Betancuria? I better finish my lesson first before thinking of such endeavors. I turn towards the innkeeper whom I'm supposed to get a lesson from.
He tosses two big sacks at me, then drags me out on the street. The harbor is our destination and we board a small boat. Before I could question him about the dangers of night sailing, he already untied the rope and instructed me to bring the sacks below deck. When I come back up, we're already floating in the middle of the river. It seems Master Kelten is quite an experienced sailor.
LP Comment: Hmm....
LP Comment: DUN DUN DUN DUN
I look at him suspiciously. We're alone on the boat, and he seems to be an able fighter.
This is insane! I'm not ready for this!
Just what does he mean by that? Master Kelten brings the boat as close to the bank as he dares. He's really a good sailor.
He grins and shoves me overboard before I could protest. I fell with a loud splash, completely unfamiliar with swimming for months. My clothes threaten to pull me down, but it's only a short distance, then I feel the ground under my feet again. Panting, I climb up the bank.
I'm soaked wet, and it's chilly. Master Kelten waves back as he sailed way. I considered calling him back...but realized the howling winds and thunder wouldn't really carry my voice that far. I quietly remove my clothes and don my chain mail. The familiar short sword drawn from its sheathe, tinted green in the darkness, accompanied with the wooden shield. I gripped the both tightly and gazed at the harsh raining sky above.
This is my final lesson.
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