Entry 14: Whirlwind
So much has happened that my thoughts here will not be chronological but will deal with the people they have happened with, I am hoping this headache will allow coherent thought.
Deleng is dead. She was ok for a priest and an Elf had some good stuff on her couldn't sell the armor so I gave it to Delvak for his charity work - hopefully it will buy a little credit. Gave Karmin her longsword it would only have fetched a few coins. Leera was with us and seriously hurt - I gave her back all her stuff plus a bit more - she's a nice kid and I would like to see her with the sisters.
I need to apologise to the Hin Rau - yes it annoyed me that we were given no information to prepare for what was coming and were ill equipped for those oozes - but Rau did save my life and I need to thank him - it was profitable that Priestess carried some good gear.
Imnan is dead killed by the most ruthless killer I have ever seen, A one on one duel with Mylin and Mylin just channelled massive amounts of negative energy and killed her. She is a force to be reckoned with.
Phyrra called a meeting that disgusted me, A poor attempt to manipulate Mylin and then those ladies rabbitting on about possible threats and fears and how powerful the enemy could possible be - I snapped told them to get a backbone and walked out - Any person can be killed - if someone raises their head and cause problems have three people take it off!!!! Rumor, fear and innuendo are the real problems. Fear builds on itself and paralyzes you. Delgado is creepy but I respect one thing he knows how to tell someone to pull themselves together - Eh Michael!!
Erandla has been taken care of, she proved a useful training tool for Kata and was diverting but then she started to get needy. I am still not sure why those Succubi showed up but have used it to ensure that Erandla stays at arms length. I had thought I needed her for access to Delvak and the House of Light but other channels have come up. Still a friendship can be maintained she may be useful again down the track.
Three time I have woken up in Grumbar's hold in the past 2 days, each time to the form of Kata or Quadra - the last time really hurt - the headche almost debilitating beyond the point I can usually disconnect - Is this a sign I am not supposed to be here or some legacy from being mauled to death by undead deep gnomes?
Arthalan was at the hold when I was raised - he hugged me and tried to make me feel better - that I had sacrificed myself to save everyone. He reminds me of me - we are the same sort of creature with different motivations, he may even make a suitable partner in time. I respect his subtlety and he bares watching.
Matham was ambushed in the arena but Gruff managed to get him out and raised - Matham lost everything but they are just things and he is back - he is another I respect and could see as a potential partner and Gruff - I just adore him! Oh Matham has a secret he is dangling - bastard!! but cute!
Well leaving the Spellguard has worked well, popularity has increased and even some of the "better" people are happy to see me around - Kata seems to think Kara is a different stripe of Paladin but I can see through it - still witha little leverage, smiles and willingness to heal complete strangers these people seem to think I am ok, this will work to my advantage.
Note if that Dwarven Paladin Akevitt is ever found alone in the wilderness - he needs to chew steel for his foul little mouth.
I know what I have told Erandla but I have lost touch with my Mistress and no longer have the powers I once did and I don't think they will return - in the end I make a better warrior than I do priestess and so am content with where my Mistress has left me.
Some interesting dealings with Delvak - he is a man I respect and takes you at face value - I am interested in hearing the details of this venture he has hinted at.
Quadra and Kata are getting along really well which has gone as planned after a little more time I need to slowly extricate myself from this triangle so I can move on to other projects. Kata is happy and finally dealing with her childhood issues, Quadra is happy and still seems to prefer my company to Kata's but will change as I become a little prickly - it will drive them together out of worry for me and then I can move on. It will be sad as I enjoy Quadra's company - she makes me laugh and knows where I am ticklish - who knows maybe this can drag on a little longer.
I am still waiting to hear from the Watch about this ring for Oozechild - when I get it maybe I can use it to leverage open that door a bit and find out what is going on - I am sure that a man as unwell as he obviouly is will be flattered by a little female companionship.
Rumors about Phyrra have surfaced that need to be tested - I don't care who she truly worships but if she has lied to me and the Sisters then she will havea date with Dark Lake at my own hands.