Propositioning Ponter
This somewhat farcical escapade occurred January 29th, 2003. I've edited out a lot of the action that didn't pertain to my own unique quest. Join us as we try to get closer to Ponter in order to learn the truth about whether the Vaalorans are smuggling weapons to the enemy...
[Crimson Tent]
Crafted from thick lengths of heavy crimson leather, the tent's edges sway
slightly with any errant current of wind. A small, lustrous wooden desk is
set near the back of the tent, and numerous sheets of vellum are stacked
neatly atop it. Two ceremonial shields hang upon one of the supporting rods,
one bearing the ornate emblem of a crimson raven, while another bears the
image of a golden hawk. You also see a badly damaged gold trunk, a badly
damaged steel box, a wavy-haired handsome elven soldier, a large wooden barrel
and a full-length carved oak mirror.
Also here: Hanto who is sitting, Eponyne, Rendarth, Rymn, Laella, Bristenn,
Alaycia, Officer Ponter, Sylviana, Purplenyte, High Lady Kadesha, Malikary,
Vonka, Lady Laleena, Quinstol, Atri, Aelik, Eroberer
Obvious exits: out
Ponter yawns.
You gaze fondly at Ponter.
You say in Elven, "So, Officer."
You ask in Elven, "What DO you do to relax?"
Ponter says in Elven, "I seek solitude."
You bite your lip.
You say in Elven, "Oh."
You say in Elven, "You know..."
You say in Elven, "I'm a big fan of solitude myself."
Ponter says in Elven, "I have been known to enjoy a glass of wine, as well."
You say in Elven, "But there are other means of finding rest that can be just as good, if not better..."
You ask in Elven, "Wine, you say?"
You say in Elven, "I have a fine glass right here."
You thumb your elven white wine.
Ponter says in Elven, "Elven wine, of course."
Eponyne whispers to the group, "Shameless."
You say in Elven, "Elven white."
You say in Elven, "Why, just like me."
Ponter rubs his chin thoughtfully.
You say in Elven, "I've pure elf blood in me, you know."
You say in Elven, "Not like yours, for sure."
You say in Elven, "I can practically see yours standing out in every vein."
You say in Elven, "Pure and strong."
Ponter says in Elven, "You compare sparrows to hawks."
You smile.
You say in Elven, "I'm only a sparrow."
You ask in Elven, "I'm sure you have many war tales?"
Ponter says in Elven, "If that."
You nod.
Ponter says in Elven, "I'm sure I do."
You say in Elven, "Food for sparrows, maybe."
You say in Elven, "I know my place."
(Vonka pull Malikary's cloak over her head, practically dissolving in giggles.)
You ask in Elven, "You're quite impressive to a dark elf like me, you know?"
(Eponyne follows suit, pulling the hood of her robe over her own head.)
Ponter says in Elven, "Wipe that from your nose and tell me your point."
Eponyne snickers.
You flash a wide grin.
Hanto begins chuckling at Ponter!
You say in Elven, "I think some rest and refreshment would be mutually enjoyable."
You say in Elven, "You could look down your nose at me while I fed you morsels of information."
(Eponyne buries her face in Quinstol's shoulder.)
Ponter asks in Elven, "You would have me associate with a.. dark elf.. for relaxation?"
Alaycia says, "Juspera is throwing herself at Ponter, and he is not responding"
Alaycia nods to Kadesha.
Aelik says in Elven, "Sir, I do believe you have an admirer."
You tilt your head up.
You say in Elven, "A dark elf. But not so very dark."
You say in Elven, "Why, from a distance... say, across an inn... your fellows wouldn't even know."
You say in Elven, "They'd see you were with a fine-boned, white young redhead."
Ponter asks in Elven, "You would have be deceive them?"
You whisper, "I don't think this is working." to your group.
Eponyne whispers, "How about two fine-boned redheads?"
You say in Elven, "You put this in the worst possible light."
Quinstol whispers to the group, "I don't think the audiance is helping much."
(Vonka peeks out from under the cloak, grinning at Juspera.)
Eroberer says in Elven, "I think your description is well known to most. Hard to deceive."
Ponter says in Elven, "There is no favorable light for such a situation."
You say in Elven, "If they were to ask what you were up to, you can very well reveal that you were forced to attend me, for the sake of the war."
You say in Elven, "I'm a known informant."
Ponter says in Elven, "If you have something to tell me, tell me."
Vonka says, "Dance fer 'im, Juspera."
You say in Elven, "I aided Casmus, after all."
Purplenyte blinks.
You blink at Vonka.
Purplenyte covers his eyes with his hands.
You say in Elven, "And if I was good enough for Casmus..."
You glance at Ponter.
You say in Elven, "Think what I could do for your reputation."
Ponter says in Elven, "I am thinking of that."
Ponter says in Elven, "Ruin it."
Eponyne bursts out in a sudden snort of laughter.
You say in Elven, "I helped Casmus bring in four of the worst criminals this area has seen."
You say in Elven, "Think what I could do for you."
You say in Elven, "You'd shoot up through the ranks."
(Juspera suddenly bites her lip, hard.)
Ponter says in Elven, "I have done well enough without your help."
Ponter snorts at you.
You say in Elven, "You have. You've done very well."
You say in Elven, "But you have so much potential."
You examine Ponter closely, sizing him up and taking note of all the details.
Ponter says in Elven, "You insult me."
You say in Elven, "Not at all."
Ponter says in Elven, "I do not need your help to reach my potential."
Eponyne whispers to the group, "Don't push yer luck..."
You nod.
Ponter glowers darkly at you.
You say in Elven, "I hear you."
Eponyne says, "She meant no offense."
You say in Elven, "I get a little tongue-tied in the face of someone like you, Officer."
You say in Elven, "I say silly things."
You say in Elven, "I'm just a dirt elf female."
You reach into Ponter's pockets and pull out 24 silvers.
Vonka says in Elven, "Sir, you aren't seeing Juspera at her best."
Vonka says in Elven, "She's known to be a...."
Hanto says in Elven, "I think we're all seeing her at her best..."
Hanto smirks.
You see Officer Ponter Tinning the Ranger.
He appears to be a Vaalor Elf.
He appears to be young and tall. He has crystal green eyes and tanned skin.
He has shoulder length, braided flaxen hair. He has a straight nose and slightly
upswept pointed ears. He appears to be an Officer of the Vaalorian Guard.
He has a small crimson raven tattoo on his neck, and a small scar across
his left cheek.
He is in good shape.
He is wearing a crystal amulet, a flowing scarlet cape traced with arcing
gold patterns, a gold-bound crimson leather scabbard, a lustrous crimson
steel shield, a gold-traced scarlet tabard, some gold-laced deep crimson
leather, a pair of ruddy crimson leather pants, and a pair of tall
crimson-swirled boots.
(Juspera edges forward and slips a finger over Ponter's tabard.)
You reach into Ponter's pockets and pull out 114 silvers.
Vonka says in Elven, "Charming companion at a table."
You say in Elven, "It's..."
Ponter takes a few steps back.
You say in Elven, "It's the uniform."
Purplenyte gawks at you.
You whisper, "Damn it." to your group.
Bristenn says, "Whoa. She's fresh."
You say in Elven, "I'll continue to serve as your informant, of course."
You say in Elven, "But think about your career."
You reach into Ponter's pockets and pull out 143 silvers.
Ponter asks in Elven, "Are you finished?"
You whisper, "If I could somehow steal his orders... if he had any..." to your group.
(Juspera nods meekly.)
Hanto says in Elven, "you could just let her um... entertain the troops...."
You blink.
Ponter says in Elven, "You waste your talent."
You reach into Ponter's pockets and pull out 172 silvers.
You say in Elven, "Apparently."
You grin.
Ponter says in Elven, "Surely there are many dark alleys where your skill would be more appreciated."
You say in Elven, "Ponter, I never figured you for the type."
Ponter dusts himself off.
You say in Elven, "It's sad, but these things happen, I suppose."
You reach into Ponter's pockets and pull out 100 silvers.
You say in Elven, "Ah, well. Casmus appreciates a helpful woman."
You say in Elven, "I know it."
You reach into Ponter's pockets and pull out 34 silvers.
Ponter says in Elven, "You may place your ear to the rat's nest, as you so eloquently stated, and report to me."
You nod.
Ponter says in Elven, "I have no need of any other.."
You say in Elven, "Thank you, sir."
Ponter says in Elven, "Services.."
Juspera smiles in a slightly oily fashion.
You reach into Ponter's pockets and pull out 161 silvers.
Ponter says in Elven, "Still, she proves useful when I request information."
You reach into Ponter's pockets and pull out 100 silvers.
Ponter asks in Elven, "Is there anything else you all require?"
You grin.
You reach into Ponter's pockets and pull out nothing.
You say in Elven, "Not at all."
Ponter says in Elven, "Your half-elf is here."
Ponter nods to you.
You sigh wistfully.
Quinstol nods to Mnar in greeting.
You say in Elven, "Oh, Ponter..."
You ask in Elven, "I hear gentlemen prefer blonds?"
Mnar says, "Officer Ponter, a delight, as always."
(Juspera pushes a strand of Mnar's hair back behind his ear.)
Ponter says in Elven, "The pleasure is all yours, I'm sure."
Mnar says, "Eii, I'm sure."
Ponter says in Elven, "You missed quite the show, however."
Mnar asks, "I don't suppose you happen to remember a girl named Alisaire, Officer?"
Mnar asks, "Have I?"
Ponter says in Elven, "Indeed."
Ponter says in Elven, "I'm sure Juspera will inform you."
Eroberer says in Elven, "How can we forget the fletching glue person."
Ponter says in Elven, "Alisaire is a member of the Dark Alliance."
Ponter asks in Elven, "What of her?"
Mnar says, "She's been looking for a compatriot of yours, an Officer Casmus, I believe."
You say, "I think Ponter's getting tired of hearing about Casmus."
You say, "He's going to be jealous, in another moment."
Mnar asks, "Oh, have we gone over this?"
You say, "Casmus this, Casmus that."
Ponter says in Elven, "I will tell you now that I know Casmus did not deliver weapons to the enemy."
Ponter asks in Elven, "Does that comfort you?"
Mnar asks, "Casmus delivered weapons to the enemy?"
Ponter gazes heavenward.
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