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<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Order of Gorethar */ added guild llink</p> <hr /> <div>== Academy of Mortal Magic ==<br /> * [[Visimontium]]<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> * [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * [[Kitanya|Kitanya Hill]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> * [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]<br /> * [[Deglos]]<br /> <br /> == AAAA ==<br /> * Anifail Hall, [[Visimontium]] [under construction]<br /> * Fulchair Hall, [[Kharak_Zvidurat|Kharak Zvidurat]] or Dwarf Trade, [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Nireth Hall, [[Port_Nireth|Nireth]], [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Twostep Hall, [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Webber Hall, [[The Village of Blandenberg|Blandenberg]], [[Blandenberg Protectorate]] [under construction]<br /> <br /> == ACE ==<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == AKN ==<br /> * [[AKN Hall]], [[Port Eridanus]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> <br /> == Ashen Order ==<br /> * Temple District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Avlis Tower University ==<br /> * [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Academic District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Blue Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Children of the Dreadlord ==<br /> * Temple of [[The'ton]], [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> == Church of Andrinor ==<br /> * '''Temples'''<br /> ** Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> * '''Shrines'''<br /> ** [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> == Church of Angadar ==<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Church of [[Fegall]] ==<br /> * East Warren, [[Nanshi Urbaz]]<br /> * Temple District, [[Nutzdagezehesple]]<br /> * [[Marizdun]]<br /> * Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Council of Dagath ==<br /> * Temple of [[Dagath]], [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> == Cytherian Marines ==<br /> * [[Cytheria]], [[The Kurathene Empire]]<br /> <br /> == The Deglos Brigade ==<br /> * The Deglos Brigade HQ, West Warrens, [[Nanshi Urbaz]], [[Deglos]]<br /> <br /> == Ebony Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Ferrell Exploration And Adventuring Troupe (FEAT) ==<br /> * FEAT Cave, [[Braegan Pond, Ferrell|Braegen Pond]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> <br /> == The Fury of Ra-Ghul ==<br /> * Temple of Fury, [[Mount Crescetoria]], outside [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Gold Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Green Order ==<br /> * Mortal Magic District, [[Le'Or_T'Nanshi]]<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == [[Guild:Healers of Cha'reth|Healers]] of [[Cha'reth]] ==<br /> * Temple of Cha'reth, [[Zvidureth]]<br /> * Temple of Cha'reth, Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> * Hospital of Cha'reth, [[Lake Crescetoria]], [[Visimontium]]<br /> &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Hospitals''<br /> * Blandenberg Hospital, [[Blandenberg Protectorate]]<br /> * Elysian Hospital, Temple of Dru'El, Temple District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * T'Nanshi Hospital, Temple of Dra'Nar, [[Fourtree]], [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Shelter of Hope Hospital, Shelter of Hope, [[Mikona]] (with Church of Mikon)<br /> * Hospital of Cha'reth, [[Lake Crescetoria]], [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Ivory Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Maidens ==<br /> * Maiden's Keep, Noble's District, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Mikon's Council of Balance ==<br /> * Council of Balance Hall, [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Temple of Mikon, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]] ==<br /> * Fortress of Light, [[Deglos]]<br /> * Gorethar Hostel, Nobles District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * Gorethar Chaplet, Temple District, [[Mikona]]<br /> * Gorethar Watchtower, [[Port Eridanus]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> * Gorethar Chaplet, Government District, [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Gorethar Chapel, Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Order of O'Ma ==<br /> * Halls of the Order of O'Ma, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Order of Valok ==<br /> * Hall of Valok, Temple District, [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> == Red Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Violet Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Web of Angadar ==<br /> * Nobles District, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == White Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Geography| Guild Locations]]<br /> [[Category:Guilds| Guild Locations]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild_Locations&diff=26642 2007-09-28T18:10:21Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Ferrell Exploration And Adventuring Troupe (FEAT) */</p> <hr /> <div>== Academy of Mortal Magic ==<br /> * [[Visimontium]]<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> * [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * [[Kitanya|Kitanya Hill]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> * [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]<br /> * [[Deglos]]<br /> <br /> == AAAA ==<br /> * Anifail Hall, [[Visimontium]] [under construction]<br /> * Fulchair Hall, [[Kharak_Zvidurat|Kharak Zvidurat]] or Dwarf Trade, [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Nireth Hall, [[Port_Nireth|Nireth]], [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Twostep Hall, [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Webber Hall, [[The Village of Blandenberg|Blandenberg]], [[Blandenberg Protectorate]] [under construction]<br /> <br /> == ACE ==<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == AKN ==<br /> * [[AKN Hall]], [[Port Eridanus]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> <br /> == Ashen Order ==<br /> * Temple District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Avlis Tower University ==<br /> * [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Academic District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Blue Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Children of the Dreadlord ==<br /> * Temple of [[The'ton]], [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> == Church of Andrinor ==<br /> * '''Temples'''<br /> ** Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> * '''Shrines'''<br /> ** [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> == Church of Angadar ==<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Church of [[Fegall]] ==<br /> * East Warren, [[Nanshi Urbaz]]<br /> * Temple District, [[Nutzdagezehesple]]<br /> * [[Marizdun]]<br /> * Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Council of Dagath ==<br /> * Temple of [[Dagath]], [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> == Cytherian Marines ==<br /> * [[Cytheria]], [[The Kurathene Empire]]<br /> <br /> == The Deglos Brigade ==<br /> * The Deglos Brigade HQ, West Warrens, [[Nanshi Urbaz]], [[Deglos]]<br /> <br /> == Ebony Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Ferrell Exploration And Adventuring Troupe (FEAT) ==<br /> * FEAT Cave, [[Braegan Pond, Ferrell|Braegen Pond]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> <br /> == The Fury of Ra-Ghul ==<br /> * Temple of Fury, [[Mount Crescetoria]], outside [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Gold Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Green Order ==<br /> * Mortal Magic District, [[Le'Or_T'Nanshi]]<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == [[Guild:Healers of Cha'reth|Healers]] of [[Cha'reth]] ==<br /> * Temple of Cha'reth, [[Zvidureth]]<br /> * Temple of Cha'reth, Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> * Hospital of Cha'reth, [[Lake Crescetoria]], [[Visimontium]]<br /> &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Hospitals''<br /> * Blandenberg Hospital, [[Blandenberg Protectorate]]<br /> * Elysian Hospital, Temple of Dru'El, Temple District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * T'Nanshi Hospital, Temple of Dra'Nar, [[Fourtree]], [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Shelter of Hope Hospital, Shelter of Hope, [[Mikona]] (with Church of Mikon)<br /> * Hospital of Cha'reth, [[Lake Crescetoria]], [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Ivory Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Maidens ==<br /> * Maiden's Keep, Noble's District, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Mikon's Council of Balance ==<br /> * Council of Balance Hall, [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Temple of Mikon, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Order of Gorethar ==<br /> * Fortress of Light, [[Deglos]]<br /> * Gorethar Hostel, Nobles District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * Gorethar Chaplet, Temple District, [[Mikona]]<br /> * Gorethar Watchtower, [[Port Eridanus]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> * Gorethar Chaplet, Government District, [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Gorethar Chapel, Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Order of O'Ma ==<br /> * Halls of the Order of O'Ma, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Order of Valok ==<br /> * Hall of Valok, Temple District, [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> == Red Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Violet Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Web of Angadar ==<br /> * Nobles District, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == White Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Geography| Guild Locations]]<br /> [[Category:Guilds| Guild Locations]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild_Locations&diff=26641 2007-09-28T18:07:22Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Order of Valok */</p> <hr /> <div>== Academy of Mortal Magic ==<br /> * [[Visimontium]]<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> * [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * [[Kitanya|Kitanya Hill]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> * [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]<br /> * [[Deglos]]<br /> <br /> == AAAA ==<br /> * Anifail Hall, [[Visimontium]] [under construction]<br /> * Fulchair Hall, [[Kharak_Zvidurat|Kharak Zvidurat]] or Dwarf Trade, [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Nireth Hall, [[Port_Nireth|Nireth]], [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Twostep Hall, [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Webber Hall, [[The Village of Blandenberg|Blandenberg]], [[Blandenberg Protectorate]] [under construction]<br /> <br /> == ACE ==<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == AKN ==<br /> * [[AKN Hall]], [[Port Eridanus]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> <br /> == Ashen Order ==<br /> * Temple District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Avlis Tower University ==<br /> * [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Academic District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Blue Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Children of the Dreadlord ==<br /> * Temple of [[The'ton]], [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> == Church of Andrinor ==<br /> * '''Temples'''<br /> ** Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> * '''Shrines'''<br /> ** [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> == Church of Angadar ==<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Church of [[Fegall]] ==<br /> * East Warren, [[Nanshi Urbaz]]<br /> * Temple District, [[Nutzdagezehesple]]<br /> * [[Marizdun]]<br /> * Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Council of Dagath ==<br /> * Temple of [[Dagath]], [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> == Cytherian Marines ==<br /> * [[Cytheria]], [[The Kurathene Empire]]<br /> <br /> == The Deglos Brigade ==<br /> * The Deglos Brigade HQ, West Warrens, [[Nanshi Urbaz]], [[Deglos]]<br /> <br /> == Ebony Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Ferrell Exploration And Adventuring Troupe (FEAT) ==<br /> * [[Braegan Pond, Ferrell]]<br /> <br /> == The Fury of Ra-Ghul ==<br /> * Temple of Fury, [[Mount Crescetoria]], outside [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Gold Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Green Order ==<br /> * Mortal Magic District, [[Le'Or_T'Nanshi]]<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == [[Guild:Healers of Cha'reth|Healers]] of [[Cha'reth]] ==<br /> * Temple of Cha'reth, [[Zvidureth]]<br /> * Temple of Cha'reth, Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> * Hospital of Cha'reth, [[Lake Crescetoria]], [[Visimontium]]<br /> &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Hospitals''<br /> * Blandenberg Hospital, [[Blandenberg Protectorate]]<br /> * Elysian Hospital, Temple of Dru'El, Temple District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * T'Nanshi Hospital, Temple of Dra'Nar, [[Fourtree]], [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Shelter of Hope Hospital, Shelter of Hope, [[Mikona]] (with Church of Mikon)<br /> * Hospital of Cha'reth, [[Lake Crescetoria]], [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Ivory Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Maidens ==<br /> * Maiden's Keep, Noble's District, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Mikon's Council of Balance ==<br /> * Council of Balance Hall, [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Temple of Mikon, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Order of Gorethar ==<br /> * Fortress of Light, [[Deglos]]<br /> * Gorethar Hostel, Nobles District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * Gorethar Chaplet, Temple District, [[Mikona]]<br /> * Gorethar Watchtower, [[Port Eridanus]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> * Gorethar Chaplet, Government District, [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Gorethar Chapel, Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Order of O'Ma ==<br /> * Halls of the Order of O'Ma, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Order of Valok ==<br /> * Hall of Valok, Temple District, [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> == Red Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Violet Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Web of Angadar ==<br /> * Nobles District, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == White Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Geography| Guild Locations]]<br /> [[Category:Guilds| Guild Locations]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild_Locations&diff=26640 2007-09-28T18:06:52Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Order of Gorethar */</p> <hr /> <div>== Academy of Mortal Magic ==<br /> * [[Visimontium]]<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> * [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * [[Kitanya|Kitanya Hill]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> * [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]<br /> * [[Deglos]]<br /> <br /> == AAAA ==<br /> * Anifail Hall, [[Visimontium]] [under construction]<br /> * Fulchair Hall, [[Kharak_Zvidurat|Kharak Zvidurat]] or Dwarf Trade, [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Nireth Hall, [[Port_Nireth|Nireth]], [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Twostep Hall, [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Webber Hall, [[The Village of Blandenberg|Blandenberg]], [[Blandenberg Protectorate]] [under construction]<br /> <br /> == ACE ==<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == AKN ==<br /> * [[AKN Hall]], [[Port Eridanus]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> <br /> == Ashen Order ==<br /> * Temple District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Avlis Tower University ==<br /> * [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Academic District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Blue Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Children of the Dreadlord ==<br /> * Temple of [[The'ton]], [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> == Church of Andrinor ==<br /> * '''Temples'''<br /> ** Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> * '''Shrines'''<br /> ** [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> == Church of Angadar ==<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Church of [[Fegall]] ==<br /> * East Warren, [[Nanshi Urbaz]]<br /> * Temple District, [[Nutzdagezehesple]]<br /> * [[Marizdun]]<br /> * Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Council of Dagath ==<br /> * Temple of [[Dagath]], [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> == Cytherian Marines ==<br /> * [[Cytheria]], [[The Kurathene Empire]]<br /> <br /> == The Deglos Brigade ==<br /> * The Deglos Brigade HQ, West Warrens, [[Nanshi Urbaz]], [[Deglos]]<br /> <br /> == Ebony Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Ferrell Exploration And Adventuring Troupe (FEAT) ==<br /> * [[Braegan Pond, Ferrell]]<br /> <br /> == The Fury of Ra-Ghul ==<br /> * Temple of Fury, [[Mount Crescetoria]], outside [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Gold Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Green Order ==<br /> * Mortal Magic District, [[Le'Or_T'Nanshi]]<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == [[Guild:Healers of Cha'reth|Healers]] of [[Cha'reth]] ==<br /> * Temple of Cha'reth, [[Zvidureth]]<br /> * Temple of Cha'reth, Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> * Hospital of Cha'reth, [[Lake Crescetoria]], [[Visimontium]]<br /> &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Hospitals''<br /> * Blandenberg Hospital, [[Blandenberg Protectorate]]<br /> * Elysian Hospital, Temple of Dru'El, Temple District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * T'Nanshi Hospital, Temple of Dra'Nar, [[Fourtree]], [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Shelter of Hope Hospital, Shelter of Hope, [[Mikona]] (with Church of Mikon)<br /> * Hospital of Cha'reth, [[Lake Crescetoria]], [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Ivory Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Maidens ==<br /> * Maiden's Keep, Noble's District, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Mikon's Council of Balance ==<br /> * Council of Balance Hall, [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Temple of Mikon, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Order of Gorethar ==<br /> * Fortress of Light, [[Deglos]]<br /> * Gorethar Hostel, Nobles District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * Gorethar Chaplet, Temple District, [[Mikona]]<br /> * Gorethar Watchtower, [[Port Eridanus]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> * Gorethar Chaplet, Government District, [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Gorethar Chapel, Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Order of O'Ma ==<br /> * Halls of the Order of O'Ma, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Order of Valok ==<br /> * [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> == Red Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Violet Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Web of Angadar ==<br /> * Nobles District, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == White Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Geography| Guild Locations]]<br /> [[Category:Guilds| Guild Locations]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild_Locations&diff=26639 2007-09-28T18:00:32Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Healer's of Cha'reth */ corrections and additions</p> <hr /> <div>== Academy of Mortal Magic ==<br /> * [[Visimontium]]<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> * [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * [[Kitanya|Kitanya Hill]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> * [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]<br /> * [[Deglos]]<br /> <br /> == AAAA ==<br /> * Anifail Hall, [[Visimontium]] [under construction]<br /> * Fulchair Hall, [[Kharak_Zvidurat|Kharak Zvidurat]] or Dwarf Trade, [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Nireth Hall, [[Port_Nireth|Nireth]], [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Twostep Hall, [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Webber Hall, [[The Village of Blandenberg|Blandenberg]], [[Blandenberg Protectorate]] [under construction]<br /> <br /> == ACE ==<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == AKN ==<br /> * [[AKN Hall]], [[Port Eridanus]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> <br /> == Ashen Order ==<br /> * Temple District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Avlis Tower University ==<br /> * [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Academic District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Blue Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Children of the Dreadlord ==<br /> * Temple of [[The'ton]], [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> == Church of Andrinor ==<br /> * '''Temples'''<br /> ** Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> * '''Shrines'''<br /> ** [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> == Church of Angadar ==<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Church of [[Fegall]] ==<br /> * East Warren, [[Nanshi Urbaz]]<br /> * Temple District, [[Nutzdagezehesple]]<br /> * [[Marizdun]]<br /> * Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Council of Dagath ==<br /> * Temple of [[Dagath]], [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> == Cytherian Marines ==<br /> * [[Cytheria]], [[The Kurathene Empire]]<br /> <br /> == The Deglos Brigade ==<br /> * The Deglos Brigade HQ, West Warrens, [[Nanshi Urbaz]], [[Deglos]]<br /> <br /> == Ebony Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Ferrell Exploration And Adventuring Troupe (FEAT) ==<br /> * [[Braegan Pond, Ferrell]]<br /> <br /> == The Fury of Ra-Ghul ==<br /> * Temple of Fury, [[Mount Crescetoria]], outside [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Gold Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Green Order ==<br /> * Mortal Magic District, [[Le'Or_T'Nanshi]]<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == [[Guild:Healers of Cha'reth|Healers]] of [[Cha'reth]] ==<br /> * Temple of Cha'reth, [[Zvidureth]]<br /> * Temple of Cha'reth, Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> * Hospital of Cha'reth, [[Lake Crescetoria]], [[Visimontium]]<br /> &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Hospitals''<br /> * Blandenberg Hospital, [[Blandenberg Protectorate]]<br /> * Elysian Hospital, Temple of Dru'El, Temple District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * T'Nanshi Hospital, Temple of Dra'Nar, [[Fourtree]], [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Shelter of Hope Hospital, Shelter of Hope, [[Mikona]] (with Church of Mikon)<br /> * Hospital of Cha'reth, [[Lake Crescetoria]], [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Ivory Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Maidens ==<br /> * Maiden's Keep, Noble's District, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Mikon's Council of Balance ==<br /> * Council of Balance Hall, [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Temple of Mikon, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Order of Gorethar ==<br /> * Fortress of Light, [[Deglos]]<br /> * Gorethar Hostel, Nobles District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * Gorethar Chaplet, Temple District, [[Mikona]]<br /> * Gorethar Watchtower, [[Port Eridanus]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> * Gorethar Chaplet, [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Gorethar Chapel, Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Order of O'Ma ==<br /> * Halls of the Order of O'Ma, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Order of Valok ==<br /> * [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> == Red Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Violet Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Web of Angadar ==<br /> * Nobles District, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == White Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Geography| Guild Locations]]<br /> [[Category:Guilds| Guild Locations]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild_Locations&diff=26638 2007-09-28T17:51:19Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Order of Gorethar */</p> <hr /> <div>== Academy of Mortal Magic ==<br /> * [[Visimontium]]<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> * [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * [[Kitanya|Kitanya Hill]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> * [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]<br /> * [[Deglos]]<br /> <br /> == AAAA ==<br /> * Anifail Hall, [[Visimontium]] [under construction]<br /> * Fulchair Hall, [[Kharak_Zvidurat|Kharak Zvidurat]] or Dwarf Trade, [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Nireth Hall, [[Port_Nireth|Nireth]], [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Twostep Hall, [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Webber Hall, [[The Village of Blandenberg|Blandenberg]], [[Blandenberg Protectorate]] [under construction]<br /> <br /> == ACE ==<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == AKN ==<br /> * [[AKN Hall]], [[Port Eridanus]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> <br /> == Ashen Order ==<br /> * Temple District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Avlis Tower University ==<br /> * [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Academic District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Blue Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Children of the Dreadlord ==<br /> * Temple of [[The'ton]], [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> == Church of Andrinor ==<br /> * '''Temples'''<br /> ** Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> * '''Shrines'''<br /> ** [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> == Church of Angadar ==<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Church of [[Fegall]] ==<br /> * East Warren, [[Nanshi Urbaz]]<br /> * Temple District, [[Nutzdagezehesple]]<br /> * [[Marizdun]]<br /> * Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Council of Dagath ==<br /> * Temple of [[Dagath]], [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> == Cytherian Marines ==<br /> * [[Cytheria]], [[The Kurathene Empire]]<br /> <br /> == The Deglos Brigade ==<br /> * The Deglos Brigade HQ, West Warrens, [[Nanshi Urbaz]], [[Deglos]]<br /> <br /> == Ebony Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Ferrell Exploration And Adventuring Troupe (FEAT) ==<br /> * [[Braegan Pond, Ferrell]]<br /> <br /> == The Fury of Ra-Ghul ==<br /> * Temple of Fury, [[Mount Crescetoria]], outside [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Gold Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Green Order ==<br /> * Mortal Magic District, [[Le'Or_T'Nanshi]]<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == [[Guild:Healers of Cha'reth|Healer's]] of [[Cha'reth]] ==<br /> * Temple of Cha'reth, [[Zvidureth]]<br /> * Temple of Cha'reth, [[Lake Crescetoria]], [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Ivory Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Maidens ==<br /> * Maiden's Keep, Noble's District, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Mikon's Council of Balance ==<br /> * Council of Balance Hall, [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Temple of Mikon, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Order of Gorethar ==<br /> * Fortress of Light, [[Deglos]]<br /> * Gorethar Hostel, Nobles District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * Gorethar Chaplet, Temple District, [[Mikona]]<br /> * Gorethar Watchtower, [[Port Eridanus]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> * Gorethar Chaplet, [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Gorethar Chapel, Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Order of O'Ma ==<br /> * Halls of the Order of O'Ma, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Order of Valok ==<br /> * [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> == Red Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Violet Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Web of Angadar ==<br /> * Nobles District, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == White Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Geography| Guild Locations]]<br /> [[Category:Guilds| Guild Locations]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild_Locations&diff=26637 2007-09-28T17:48:27Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Order of Gorethar */ corrections, addition</p> <hr /> <div>== Academy of Mortal Magic ==<br /> * [[Visimontium]]<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> * [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * [[Kitanya|Kitanya Hill]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> * [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]<br /> * [[Deglos]]<br /> <br /> == AAAA ==<br /> * Anifail Hall, [[Visimontium]] [under construction]<br /> * Fulchair Hall, [[Kharak_Zvidurat|Kharak Zvidurat]] or Dwarf Trade, [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Nireth Hall, [[Port_Nireth|Nireth]], [[T'Nanshi]]<br /> * Twostep Hall, [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Webber Hall, [[The Village of Blandenberg|Blandenberg]], [[Blandenberg Protectorate]] [under construction]<br /> <br /> == ACE ==<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == AKN ==<br /> * [[AKN Hall]], [[Port Eridanus]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> <br /> == Ashen Order ==<br /> * Temple District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Avlis Tower University ==<br /> * [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Academic District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Blue Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Children of the Dreadlord ==<br /> * Temple of [[The'ton]], [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> == Church of Andrinor ==<br /> * '''Temples'''<br /> ** Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> * '''Shrines'''<br /> ** [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> == Church of Angadar ==<br /> * [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Church of [[Fegall]] ==<br /> * East Warren, [[Nanshi Urbaz]]<br /> * Temple District, [[Nutzdagezehesple]]<br /> * [[Marizdun]]<br /> * Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Council of Dagath ==<br /> * Temple of [[Dagath]], [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> == Cytherian Marines ==<br /> * [[Cytheria]], [[The Kurathene Empire]]<br /> <br /> == The Deglos Brigade ==<br /> * The Deglos Brigade HQ, West Warrens, [[Nanshi Urbaz]], [[Deglos]]<br /> <br /> == Ebony Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Ferrell Exploration And Adventuring Troupe (FEAT) ==<br /> * [[Braegan Pond, Ferrell]]<br /> <br /> == The Fury of Ra-Ghul ==<br /> * Temple of Fury, [[Mount Crescetoria]], outside [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Gold Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Green Order ==<br /> * Mortal Magic District, [[Le'Or_T'Nanshi]]<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == [[Guild:Healers of Cha'reth|Healer's]] of [[Cha'reth]] ==<br /> * Temple of Cha'reth, [[Zvidureth]]<br /> * Temple of Cha'reth, [[Lake Crescetoria]], [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Ivory Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Maidens ==<br /> * Maiden's Keep, Noble's District, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Mikon's Council of Balance ==<br /> * Council of Balance Hall, [[Mikona]], [[M'Chek]]<br /> * Temple of Mikon, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Order of Gorethar ==<br /> * Fortress of Light, [[Deglos]]<br /> * Gorethar Hostel, Nobles District, [[Elysia]]<br /> * Gorethar Chaplet, Temple District, [[Mikona]]<br /> * Gorethar Watchtower, [[Port Eridanus]], [[Ferrell]]<br /> * Gorethar Chapel, Temple District, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Order of O'Ma ==<br /> * Halls of the Order of O'Ma, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == Order of Valok ==<br /> * [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> == Red Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Violet Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> == Web of Angadar ==<br /> * Nobles District, [[Elysia]]<br /> <br /> == White Order ==<br /> * District of the Trust, [[Visimontium]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Geography| Guild Locations]]<br /> [[Category:Guilds| Guild Locations]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=PCs:Aspen_Stormcat&diff=26636 2007-09-28T17:42:22Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;div class=floatright&gt;<br /> {| width=150 |<br /> | {{PC}}<br /> [[Image:Aspen.jpg|frame| Aspen Stormcat-Fyne &lt;br&gt; [http://campus.pc.edu/staff/areed/images/gaming/aspen_portraits/ Game Avatar]]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen-headshot.jpg|135px|thumb|Aspen today]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen_Aspirant.jpg|135px|thumb|Aspen at the Elysia Hostel as an Aspirant]]<br /> [[Image:Vichan_counsels_Aspen.jpg|135px|thumb|Former High Paladin Vichan Lyonsen advising Aspen]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen_Zahn_undead.jpg|135px|thumb|Aspen fighting in the Mikona Crypts]]<br /> [[Image:FoM-aspen-strikes.jpg|135px|thumb|Aspen strikes down spirits in the Forest of Midnight]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen_Temple_Toran_Kuras.jpg|135px|thumb|Visiting the Temple of Toran in Kuras]]<br /> [[Image:Air_elementals_armor.jpg|135px|thumb|Battle in the Elemental Tower]]<br /> [[Image:Auction1.jpg|135px|thumb|Ferrell Trade Fair: Zayn Reyer, Aspen, Aradan Kir]]<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/div&gt;<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FFD700; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |+ style=&quot;font-size: larger;&quot; | http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b171/tygermoon/Gorethar-50.jpg &lt;br&gt;'''Aspen Stormcat-Fyne'''<br /> | <br /> '''Age:''' 28 years, approx. &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Race:''' Human&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Gender:''' Female&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Birthplace:''' [[Osannia]], Kurathene Empire&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Current Residence:''' Elysia (since she was 17) &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Titles, Occupations:''' <br /> * Paladin of [[Gorethar]]<br /> * High Ordained in the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]<br /> * High Paladin for the Order of Gorethar <br /> *Officer in the Elysian Defense Force, retired<br /> * Lieutenant in [[Le'Megen T'Elysia|Le'Megen T'Elysia]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;hr style=&quot;width:0px;background-color:#FFFFFF; border: 0px solid; margin: 0px&quot; &gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;float: bottom; background: #87CEFA; line-height:1.2; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 10px 0 4px;&quot; <br /> |+ <br /> == About Aspen ==<br /> |-<br /> | Aspen is a dedicated paladin of the Order of Gorethar. She left home at 13 to escape a marriage, and found her path to Gorethar several years later. She came to Elysia after hearing about the Order when passing through Deglos. She was accepted as adherent under the then High Paladin, Vichan Lyonsen, who also became her mentor. She was noted for excellent reporting, organization, and developing several innovative programs within the Order. She became the youngest person in the Order to ever achieve Ordained status. Her early history and her more recent activities can be read in her journal, [http://www.avlis.org/viewtopic.php?t=77025 Letters to Valorian] . She has also become the first female High Paladin in the history of the Order of Gorethar. She's married to [[PCs:Rolan_Fyne|Rolan Fyne]], formerly of Mikona.<br /> <br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Excerpts from Aspen's Journal: Letters to Valorian -- ''The Tale of Markus'' ==<br /> &lt;div align=&quot;justify&quot;&gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A tall, muscular woman, with glossy black hair pulled back in a pony-tail, stops a courier in [[Elysia]]. Her blue eyes looks curiously vulnerable, considering she is wearing the gold and silver plate mail and dark blue cloak of the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]. As she turns her head to dig into a bag for a letter, the scar that stretches from her forehead down her left cheek, past the corner of her mouth and on to her chin stands out whitely from a tanned face. She speaks quietly to the courier, and hands him a carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of [[Gorethar]] in blue wax with gold flecks, and a sum of gold. The courier touches his forehead, and runs off toward the docks.'' <br /> <br /> Brother Vian--<br /> <br /> As you've requested, I'm sending you some information about me. I think it's probably going to take more than one letter, though. Thank you for taking the time to speak with me the other evening... <br /> <br /> Well, Brother, I grew up in northern [[Osannia]]. My family raised oxen for the caravan and wool trade, and I had lots of brothers and sisters. As soon as it was possible, my father arranged a marriage for me, but I did not want to marry, and so ran away, when I could not get him to listen. I was all of thirteen, I think.. may have been a bit younger. I was tall and gangly, and passed myself off as a boy, and got work at the hiring faires during the summer, working as a herder, or in stables, and so forth. Toward the fall, though I grew some, and was having a harder and harder time passing myself off as a boy. It was the last harvest faire, and I was worried about the winter, when I got hired to work at an inn in southern Osannia called the Ox and Hound. They needed someone to work in the stables, and they would give me one set of clothes, 2 meals a day, one of them hot, and some silver each month. I could sleep in the stables, and I counted myself very fortunate. <br /> <br /> Everything seemed fine. But I couldn't pass myself off as a boy anymore.. and the eldest son noticed. His name was Markus, and he was much older than I.. like 20, or so, I think. He was very handsome, but as you'll read, I had reason to start to hate and distrust the very sight of him. He started hanging around the barn, and watching me. That's all he did at first.. just watched me work. Then he started making comments.. about my work... and making it harder.. then started setting thing up so that I'd trip, or have to do things over.. like fouling the hay, or water, or tipping the wheelbarrow full of manure over... then blame me for not doing my work well. He called me clumsy, and started saying things to inn patrons, or those who came to the stable, that I wasn't quite.. bright, or right in the head. Then Markus started placing himself in my path, so I'd have to brush by him, to get my work done... it kept getting progressively worse. He started to.. whip me... and finally... he showed up, one night, in the loft.. with a knife... and held me down.. and cut my cheek.. and hurt me more, threatening me with worse, if I didn't do.. what he wanted. <br /> <br /> The next day, he told the others that &quot;Bumbletoes had fallen against a scythe and cut herself... &quot; And no one questioned him, or thought anything more about it. I was only a hired hand, he was the eldest son of a well-respected innkeeper. By this time, winter was hard upon the village, and the snow knee-deep or worse in places.. and I had no where to go. That winter was the longest of my life.. and every day, the ropes and long leather straps in the barn, and the rafters overhead, began to look more and more like the only way I could escape Markus... <br /> <br /> Then we had a sudden, early thaw, and a ''kompania'' of [[Romini]] rode into the village, and into the inn yard. They were noisy, and bright, and colorful.. and laughed. Brother... I had to go out to see, so I crept to the big stable door, and peeked out. The woman who seemed to be in charge of all of them, was an older woman, gnarled with age, and had a bright headscarf. She reminded me of my own grammy.. and she must have realized something was wrong.. She came to see me, and before I knew it, I had told her everything. She offered to get me away, and I agreed. Markus was kept too busy in the Inn to come to the stables. One of the [[Romini]] was a weatherwitch, and said there was a storm coming in. So I hid in one of the wagons.. and as the storm broke, they left, taking me with them. I didn't know it, but they also took many of the Inn's oxen, too.. (that's where the warrant came from, it named me as an accessory to the theft of livestock). <br /> <br /> They kept me with them, for a very long time, always traveling south. I owe the Romini a lot, and have always checked on them, and with them, whenever I can. Finally, they judged me well enough, and far enough away, that I could go once more on my own.. and so I left them. I worked more, generally on farms, but always with a way to get away if I needed to, though at that time, I tended to also... drink, to forget. And I did manage to forget the whole thing, for a very long time. <br /> <br /> How I came to [[Gorethar]], is a story I will save for another letter, Brother. May He keep you well, and His light shine down on your paths, as you travel.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;77%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of [[Gorethar]] in blue wax with gold flecks is delivered via courier. Underneath the darkly written signature is a seal of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian,<br /> <br /> I've gotten some more time, so I thought I would write you about how I came to be one of [[Gorethar]]'s holy warriors. Please, brother, tell me if I have gone beyond what you requested... <br /> <br /> As I said at the end of my last letter, I was working at farms, during this time, rather aimlessly wandering south and east. And I was drinking, usually spending all my coin in local taverns getting drunk. A lot of this period is a blank to me, brother. <br /> <br /> However, I had been working a number of months at a small farm to the north of a village on the border of [[Deglos]] and [[Brekon (nation)|Brekon]]. It was owned by a small family with a little boy, who I remember reminded me of my youngest brother. His name was Owen, I think.... it's so long ago, now, or so it seems. We became close, in that we often played, when our chores were done-- he was such a fun boy-- full of mischief, and laughter. He had light brownish hair... <br /> <br /> Anyway, I know that when I drank, I would get angry.. and often I'd fight, or attempt to... I don't remember much other than awaking with bruises and cuts many times. I lost work because of it... and I knew I should stop, but I also knew there was something I didn't want to remember. So I worked, traveled, drank, and got into trouble, which made me have to move on. <br /> <br /> But... that farm. I had just gotten paid... and had walked into town, and went to the tavern. I'd had a few drinks, when someone ran by, yelling about fire and raiders... I ran outside, with an ale mug in my hand, and saw the smoke... and saw that it was coming from the north. I dropped the mug, and ran.... I don't know what I thought I'd do when I got there... but all I could think of was Owen. As I ran, the smoke got thicker, and I could hear yelling, screams, and this hoarse chanting. I came off the road, and ran through the trees toward the barn, and I could see it was in flames, the roof was outlined in flames, and the oxen were screaming. There was a lot of screaming, Brother.... I'm sure I was screaming, too, as I ran down the hill... I could see the farmyard was churned to mud... men from the village and orcs.. the raiders, were fighting. I looked about frantically, and off to one side, saw something that caught my eye... sprawled on the ground, trying to move. I ran, and slid in the mud, and ended up crawling over to it.. and it was Owen. I picked him up, into my lap... he was badly wounded brother... he'd been gutted by a spear, though I didn't recognize it at the time. He looked at me, Brother, and asked me, in a sweet, broken voice, where was I, when the orcs came .... and I had no answer for him. Owen died, as I held him....<br /> <br /> After the funerals... I left, and traveled into [[Deglos]]... and railed at myself. I wandered, looking for answers. I felt a tugging, a need, for something, some direction, and some way... to stop others from being hurt so. I wanted to be able to fight, properly, and defend.. that was what drove me, in the end, to seek one of [[Gorethar]]'s shrines. It was what caused me to stop, and pray... pray for guidance, and for a chance to prove myself worthy, of something... To make what happened before have meaning, and to give my life purpose. <br /> <br /> I don't know how long I prayed, Brother.. but [[Gorethar]] answered, and accepted me as one of His warriors. <br /> <br /> I'd heard in [[Deglos]], about the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order]], and made my way from there to [[Elysia]], and wrote a note, and posted it about the taverns. Brother [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]] answered me, and set up a meeting.. and Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]] welcomed me into the Order. Much of the rest of what happened from there on, until I was Ordained, is in my reports, Brother. <br /> <br /> But things with Markus weren't over... but this letter is long enough, I think. I'll write more on that, another time.<br /> <br /> I hope to hear from you soon, Brother. May [[Gorethar]] bless your work.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;left&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A sealed letter is delivered, the handwriting inscribing your name grown familiar. The seal at the end of the letter is that of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian...<br /> <br /> Thank you for your words of encouragement. I would like to think that Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]], whom I grew very close to, and thought of as almost a father, would be proud of what I have done. It was his guidance and support, and that of Brothers [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]], Carek, and Zahn (who was my sponsor), that helped me through the most trying part of my experiences.<br /> <br /> As I said Brother, I buried and forgot what happened to me, in that Inn in Spruce Run. It wasn't until I was sorely injured with broken ribs, and laid up in the [[Mikona]] Chaplet (I'd gotten stomped on by a number of minotaurs during a training session, and while I'd been mostly healed, a cracked rib snapped, and damaged something inside) that things began to resurface. Brother Carek heard the story first... and he recommended I speak to Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]], and Brother [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]].. who were our advisors at the time. Both worked with me, and helped me... I was an initiate at the time. <br /> <br /> I'd healed enough to come back to [[Elysia]], and was speaking with someone out at Elf Gate, when a vaguely familiar man wearing an Elysian guard uniform came up to me, and before I knew what he was going to do, he ran a finger over the scar on my cheek. I was stunned... It was Markus, Brother. And before I could recover he sauntered off, claiming I'd see him again.<br /> <br /> Well, I was angry, and scared, and so I spoke to Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonson|Vichan]]. He decided that Brother Zahn would follow up with the Elysian Guard to find out more about what Markus was doing. Markus dropped out of sight for a while, Brother, and I was promoted to Ordained, when I'd passed my Trials. Then.. Markus resurfaced.. and began actively trying to discredit me, since we were trying to find out Markus' records and activities. Several times, by using someone who claimed to need help, he lured me into areas to try and approach me. Then I was attacked by a group of bounty hunters out in the wilds, who said that there was a reward for me, in the Kurathene, and that they meant to collect. That's when I found out about the fine in [[Osannia]], Brother. And even though I was young, and didn't know about what happened, I still had that charge against me. To prevent Markus from having that hold over me, I chose to pay the fine. (Thank you again, for helping me with that.. and I am glad I was able to pay you back).<br /> <br /> Markus was getting bolder, and angrier, that I had not stopped trying to find out about him. He hinted, several times, that all I need to do, to make him stop... was to &quot;kiss and make up.&quot; I knew, though, that if I did that, I'd never be rid of him. I also knew, that if I was to get the General or the Guard commander to believe me, I needed a witness from outside the Order. So I contacted the Speaker for the [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]], and asked for some help-- just as a witness, to verify what happened... and tried to set up a meeting with Markus. I wanted to make it appear that I was considering giving in... But it didnt' work out at all the way I'd planned, Brother. <br /> <br /> I'd met and sent the person the Speaker sent for me, on ahead to the barn were I'd arranged to meet Markus. Then I went in, and waited... and a badger came in-- it turned out, that this was a [[changeling]] that Markus had been working with for years. And he wanted to do 'something different, something exciting'.. so I worked with him to have him expose Markus. I demanded some written proof, of what Markus had been doing, and he agreed, for the price of a magical flail. We arranged to meet at the Hostel.... <br /> <br /> I went back there, with my witness, and found Brother Carek, Brother Vastan, Sister Terra and Brother Baloth. The changeling showed up, in a little while.. and Brother-- he revealed that the &quot;war commendations&quot; that Markus had gotten, were faked... as what he had done, was with the help of the [[changeling]]. He'd supposedly rescued a fey girl from the [[shaahesk]]... and that [[shaahesk]] was the [[changeling]]. He'd also supposedly rescued the Guard Commander from the unseelie... but the Guard commander died (how, I'm not sure, but wouldn't be surprised if Markus had killed him) and the Commander we knew, was actually the [[changeling]], and had been for years. He transformed before us, to prove it. The [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]] witness saw it as well... that, and the written and signed statement he gave was what we needed... and Brother Carek demanded to know where Markus was... The [[changeling]] gave the address, and then left, and Carek and [[PCs:Baloth|Baloth]] went there to apprehend Markus... but he'd fled, while we'd been speaking with the [[changeling]]-- the [[changeling]] had warned him.<br /> <br /> So... both of them got out of the City. And while my name was cleared, and the Guard was restored... I was unsatisfied. I didn't feel like justice had been truly done. I notified the [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]], in [[T%27Nanshi]], and they agreed to watch out for Markus. There wasn't anything else I could do... I am no tracker, and Markus had had hours to make good his escape. <br /> <br /> So. I went about my duties. Brother Carek followed up with the Elysian Guard to make sure all was well with them, and spoke to the General, I believe. However, things were not.. quite.. over. <br /> <br /> I had stopped by Fanos' shop to sell a few odds and ends, and to buy bottles for the Hostel. We were chatting a bit, when the door opened, and closed.. I didn't pay much attention. I went to leave, and the door was locked. When I looked back at Fanos, he was being attacked... by Markus! Brother, I moved as swiftly as I could, but Markus had already skewered him. Attacking Fanos made Markus visible, and he apparently wanted me to be able to see and hear him.<br /> <br /> He'd come back for me, Brother. He was furious that I'd ruined his plans, and said that if he couldn't have me, no one would.. and since he'd just killed Fanos, and attacked me-- I knew I was in the right of law to strike him down. So we fought.. Markus taunting me that [[Gorethar]] couldn't help me... but I called upon His power, and knocked Markus flat, and though he struggled and got up to fight more, I knocked him down again-- I was surprised to find out he was no match for me, so in the end, I slew him.<br /> <br /> When I searched his body, I found the Guard cloak and emblems, which I had returned to them. I called over a local cleric, and they raised Fanos. I also found a ring, Brother... that belonged to the elderly [[Romini]] who helped me escape from Markus-- and the only way he could have gotten that from her was to kill her. I mourned her passing, and kept the ring as a remembrance. [[Gorethar]]'s will and justice had been done, and many of my old fears died with Markus, there in the alchemist's shop.<br /> <br /> Now, Brother.. I am slowing opening up to my brothers and sisters.. and to others, who offer me kindness. It's hard, and at times, I still feel awkward, and uncomfortable. I don't know how to deal with the ... attention, some men have paid to me. I am most comfortable at my work, for the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order]]... <br /> <br /> And yet... I am beginning to wonder, if there are things that I am missing... or people that I've been afraid to know. I trust in [[Gorethar]], to lead me down the path that is right, for many new ones have now opened before me. <br /> <br /> I trust this letter finds you well, m'lord. May [[Gorethar]] shine His light on your travels.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |} &lt;/div&gt;<br /> [[Category:PCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:ElysiaPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:DeglosianPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]</div>

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<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Paladin (Gorethar, LG) */ fixed 3rd lvl spell list</p> <hr /> <div>The coming of [[NWN:SoU]] and [[NWN:HotU]] have seen the introduction of prestige classes. Prestige classes are taken very seriously on Avlis. Even if your PC fulfills the requirements necessary to start gaining levels in a certain prestige class (such as arcane archer or assassin), he will not be able to do so until he also finds and completes a scripted quest tied to that class. The completion of this quest is to signify the pains that must be taken to get the specialized training necessary to gain levels in that prestige class. Not all of these scripted quests have been implemented in Avlis yet – in the meantime a player can have a prestige class 'unlocked' by a DM upon completing a special DM quest, or as a roleplaying award.<br /> <br /> It is important to note that three of the prestige classes in NWN are not allowed in Avlis. The first is the Red Dragon Disciple. This is because red dragons are not indigenous to Avlis, so no native Avlissian character can have red dragon blood. The second is the Champion of Torm. Torm is not worshipped in Avlis, so he has no followers here. The third is the Harper Scout. The Harpers are an organization exclusive to the Forgotten Realms and therefore do not exist on Avlis. Avlis also has its own special prestige classes. These are the holy warriors of the nine major gods (see Part II, Chapter 4, Section F). To be able to gain levels in these prestige classes you must gain permission from the player-run religious order of that deity. There are only two exceptions to this. The first is the paladin class. Anyone can choose to gain levels in paladin; however, it is an Avlis rule that all paladins are worshippers of Gorethar. The second is the blackguard prestige class from SoU. Blackguards are the holy warriors of Maleki – as such, they must be CE in alignment. Blackguards who are not CE cannot gain blackguard levels on Avlis.<br /> <br /> == NWN prestige classes ==<br /> <br /> * [[Arcane Archer]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Assassin]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Dwarven Defender]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Pale Master]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Shadowdancer]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Shifter]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Weapon Master]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> <br /> Not allowed in Avlis<br /> <br /> * [http://www.nwnwiki.org/Champion_of_Torm Champion of Torm] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [http://www.nwnwiki.org/Red_Dragon_Disciple Red Dragon Disciple] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [http://www.nwnwiki.org/Harper_Scout Harper Scout] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> <br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Avlis [[Holy Warriors | Holy Warrior]] Prestige Class Requirements and Abilities==<br /> ===[[Paladin]] ([[Gorethar]], LG)===<br /> '''Requirements:'''<br /> * Alignment Restrictions: Lawful Good only<br /> * Hit Die: d10<br /> * Skill Points (x4 at 1st level): 2 + Int Modifier<br /> * Spellcasting: Paladin Spells. Divine -- starts at 4th level (Wisdom based, armor-related chance of spell failure is ignored) <br /> * Ex-Paladins: A paladin that is no longer lawful good has their holy warrior status stripped from them.&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> &lt;p&gt;<br /> '''Abilities:''' <br /> * Armor proficiency: All, plus shields<br /> * Weapon proficiency: Simple and martial, not exotic<br /> * Divine Grace: Your Charisma bonus is added to your saving throws.<br /> * Divine Health: Paladins are immune to disease.<br /> * Lay on Hands: Once a day, Paladins can heal their Charisma bonus times their level points of damage. (CHR bonus * level = hps healed)<br /> * Aura of Courage: Paladins are immune to fear, nearby allies gain +4 to fear saves ''(granted at 2nd level)''<br /> * Smite Evil: Once a day Paladins can add their Charisma bonus to his attack roll and Paladin level to damage. (CHR bonus + BAB + level = Smite damage) ''(granted at 2nd level)''<br /> * Turn Undead: Paladins can Turn Undead, like a Cleric 2 levels lower, three times a day plus their Charisma bonus ''(granted at 3rd level)''<br /> * Remove Disease - Once a day, Paladins can cure a companion of disease. ''(granted at 3rd level)''<br /> * Detect Evil'''*''' (see NOTE below)<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> '''Feat progression: Standard'''<br /> * Feats at at 1st, 3rd, 6th, 9th, 12th, 15th, and 18th<br /> * Epic Paladin gets an Epic Paladin feat every 3 levels after 20th, and can choose from the following list:<br /> ** Armor skin, Devestating Critical, Epic Toughness, Epic Weapon Focus, Epic Prowess, Epic Reputation, Great Smiting, Improved Combat Casting, Overwhelming Critical, Perfect Health, Planar Turning (note: prerequisites for these feats apply).<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Paladin Spells:'''&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> ''1st Level spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Bless, Cure Light Wounds, Endure Elements, Protection from Alignment, Resistance, Virtue, Protection from Alignment, Divine Favor, Deafing Clang, Bless weapon, Magic Weapon, Detect Evil, Lionheart'''**'''&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Second Level Spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Aid, Bull's Strength, Eagle Splendor, Remove Paralysis, Resist Elements, Aura of Glory, Clarity of Mind, Divine Protection, Undetectable Alignment&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Third Level Spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Cure Moderate Wounds, Dispel Magic, Magic Circle against Alignment, Prayer, Remove Blindness and Deafness, Greater Magic Weapon, Blessing of Bahamut (gives DR -10/)&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Fourth Level Spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Cure Serious Wounds, Death Ward, Freedom of Movement, Neutralize Poison, Holy Sword<br /> <br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;u&gt;A word regarding spells:&lt;/u&gt; Militant bonuses are halved if the paladin casts &quot;buffs&quot; such as Aid, Bull's Strength and Eagle's Splendor upon him/herself.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> '''*NOTE:''' Please be aware that to gain the Detect Evil ability is only available in Avlis at '''character creation''', it is necessary to have some files installed in your override directory.<br /> <br /> 1) Extract the files cls_feat_pal.2da and feat.2da from your CoPaP1_0Hak. (You can do this with NWHak in your utils directory.)<br /> <br /> 2) Put BOTH those files in your override directory. <br /> <br /> &lt;u&gt;This ONLY works when creating a brand-new paladin.&lt;/u&gt; The bug that requires this workaround makes it so the feat is not written to the bic file of an existing paladin.&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''**NOTE:''' Lionheart grants immunity to fear, touch spell -- but at 4th level, when Paladins get spells, they also get the ability &quot;Aura of Courage&quot;&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Champion]] ([[O'Ma]], NG)===<br /> Requirements:&lt;br&gt;<br /> Base Attack Bonus (BAB): +7&lt;br&gt;<br /> Feats: Weapon Focus: Short Sword, Skill Focus: Heal, Two Weapon Fighting&lt;br&gt;<br /> Skills: Heal - 5 Ranks&lt;br&gt;<br /> Abilities:&lt;br&gt;<br /> 1st [[NWN:Ambidexterity|Ambidexterity]], Detect Evil, [[Magic:Remove_Fear|Remove Fear]] 1/day&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 2nd [[NWN:Divine Grace|Divine Grace]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 3rd [[Holy_Warrior_Smite|Smite Evil]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 4th [[NWN:Improved_Two-Weapon_Fighting|Improved Two-Weapon Fighting]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 5th [[NWN:Turn_Undead|Turn Undead]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 6th [[NWN:Lay on Hands|Lay on Hands]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 7th [[Magic:Cure_Critical_Wounds|Cure Critical Wounds]] 2/day&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 8th [[NWN:Divine_Wrath|Divine Wrath]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 9th [[NWN:Extra_Smiting|Extra Smiting]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 10th [[NWN:Divine_shield|Divine Shield]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Champions progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Avenger]] ([[Dru'El]], CG)===<br /> Requirements:&lt;br&gt;<br /> BAB: +7&lt;br&gt;<br /> Feats: Point Blank Shot, Weapon Focus: Longbow. ''Optional:'' Trackless Step (Ranger/Druid Class Feat) or Alertness &lt;br&gt;<br /> Skills: Heal (3 Ranks), Hide (3 Ranks), Move Silently (3 Ranks), Listen (6 ranks) &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> Abilities:&lt;br&gt;<br /> 1st: [[NWN:Divine Grace|Divine Grace]], Detect Evil, Detect Law&lt;br&gt;<br /> 2nd: [[Magic:Remove Fear|Remove Fear]] - 1/day&lt;br&gt;<br /> 3rd: [[Holy Warrior Smite|Smite Evil]], Bonus Feat (choose 1 of [[NWN:Enchant Arrow|Enchant Arrow]], [[NWN:Favored Enemy|Favored Enemy]], [[NWN:Sneak Attack|Sneak Attack]], [[NWN:Extra Smiting|Extra Smiting]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> 4th: [[NWN:Turn undead|Turn Undead]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> 5th: Heal Other (Per Psionic Ability: [[Psychometabolism#Lend_Health|Lend Health]]) - 2/day &lt;br&gt;<br /> 6th: Bonus Feat (choose 1 of [[NWN:Enchant Arrow|Enchant Arrow]], [[NWN:Favored Enemy|Favored Enemy]], [[NWN:Sneak Attack|Sneak Attack]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> 7th: [[Magic:Eagles Splendor|Eagle's Splendor]]&lt;br&gt; <br /> 8th: [[NWN:Divine might|Divine Might]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> 9th: Bonus Feat (choose 1 of [[NWN:Enchant Arrow|Enchant Arrow]], [[NWN:Favored Enemy|Favored Enemy]], [[NWN:Sneak Attack|Sneak Attack]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> 10th: [[NWN:Rogue's cunning|Rogue's Cunning]] - 1/day, [[NWN:Deneir's Eye|Deneir's Eye]]<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Avengers progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Justicar]] ([[Toran]], LN)===<br /> Requirements:&lt;br&gt;<br /> BAB: +7&lt;br&gt;<br /> Feats: Armor Proficiency: Heavy, Weapon Focus: Longsword, Cleave&lt;br&gt;<br /> Skills: Discipline - 8 Ranks&lt;br&gt;<br /> Abilities:<br /> &lt;br&gt;1st: Protection vs. Chaos<br /> &lt;br&gt;2nd: Soldier's Resolve (Intellect Fortress) <br /> &lt;br&gt;3rd: Divine Grace <br /> &lt;br&gt;4th: Aura of Courage <br /> &lt;br&gt;5th: Remove Blindness <br /> &lt;br&gt;6th: Smite Chaos <br /> &lt;br&gt;7th: Lay on Harm <br /> &lt;br&gt;8th: Shatter Doubt (Suppress Fear) <br /> &lt;br&gt;9th: Battletide <br /> &lt;br&gt;10th: Inspire Confidence <br /> &lt;br&gt;12th: Soldier's Resolve 2x/day <br /> &lt;br&gt;15th: Remove Blindness/Inspire Confidence 2x/day <br /> &lt;br&gt;18th: Battletide 2x/day <br /> &lt;br&gt;21st: Inspire Confidence 2x/day <br /> <br /> Additional Epic Bonus Feats: Toran's Insight (Danger Sense), Inspire Greatness, Aura vs. Chaos, Unshakeable Will (Tower of Iron Will) <br /> <br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Justicars progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Equalizer]] ([[Mikon]], TN)===<br /> '''Prerequisites:'''<br /> * Base Attack Bonus (BAB): +7<br /> *Alignment: True Neutral<br /> * Deity: [[Mikon]]<br /> <br /> *'''Feats:'''<br /> ** Armor Proficiency: Heavy<br /> ** Weapon Focus: Longsword<br /> ** Combat Casting or Weapon Proficiency (Exotic)<br /> *'''Skills:'''<br /> ** Parry - 4 Ranks<br /> ** Heal - 2 Ranks<br /> ** Taunt - 2 Ranks<br /> <br /> '''Equalizer Class Skills:'''<br /> * Equalizers get 2 Skill Points per level<br /> * Equalizers have access to the following skills: Concentration, Discipline, Heal, Listen, Lore, Parry, Search, Spot, Taunt<br /> <br /> '''Equalizer Class Abilities:'''<br /> *1st: Smite Good, Detect Alignment<br /> *2nd: Smite Evil<br /> *3rd: Divine Grace (Cha bonus to saves)<br /> *4th: Favored Enemy: Outsider (Bonus based on EQ Levels), Turn Undead<br /> *5th: Lay on Hands<br /> *6th: Lay on Harm<br /> *7th: Intensity Attack (+3 to Dex and Con) <br /> *8th: Mikon's (Tymora's) smile (+2 to saving throws for 5 turns. 1/day)<br /> *9th: Divine Wrath (+3 to attack, damage and saves + DR 5/1 for rounds equal to Cha bonus)<br /> *10th: Aura of Protection (a lesser globe of invulnerability for the Equalizer and everyone around him)<br /> <br /> '''Epic Bonus Feats:'''<br /> *Equalizers recieve an epic bonus feat every 3 levels. <br /> <br /> '''Epic Equalizer Progression:''' <br /> *12th: Intensity Attack 2/day <br /> *15th: Improved Intensity Attack 1/day (+6 to Dex and Con) <br /> *18th: Improved Intensity Attack 2/day <br /> *20th: Aura of Protection 2/day <br /> *21st: Superior Intensity Attack 1/day (+9 to Dex and Con) <br /> *24th: Superior Intensity Attack 2/day <br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' <br /> *Equalizers progress in the divine spellcasting class AND arcane spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Confounder]] ([[Forian]], CN)===<br /> '''Prerequisites:'''<br /> * Base Attack Bonus (BAB): +7<br /> * '''Feats:'''<br /> ** Weapon Proficiency: Martial<br /> ** Weapon Focus: Heavy Flail or Weapon Focus: Light Flail<br /> * '''Skills:'''<br /> ** Hide - 5 Ranks<br /> ** Taunt - 5 Ranks<br /> ** Lore - 5 ranks<br /> * Alignment: CN<br /> * Deity: Forian<br /> <br /> *Hit Die: d8<br /> '''Class Skills'''<br /> * Confounders get access to all skills with the exception of the following: Animal Empathy<br /> * Confounders get 4 skill points per level.<br /> <br /> '''Class Proficiencies'''<br /> * Exotic Weapon Proficiency (Received for free at 1st level) <br /> * Simple, Martial, Light, Medium and Heavy Armor<br /> <br /> '''Class Abilities:'''<br /> * 1st: Detect Law 30', Whirling Flail<br /> * 2nd: Touch of Random Mischief 1/day, Protection vs. Law<br /> * 3rd: Divine Grace (per Paladin ability. Charisma to bonuses) <br /> * 4th: Touch of Random Mischief 2/day<br /> * 5th: Smite Law<br /> * 6th: Touch of Random Mischief 3/day<br /> * 7th: Whirlwind Attack<br /> * 8th: Touch of Random Mischief 4/day <br /> * 9th: Improved Whirlwind Attack <br /> * 10th: Touch of Random Mischief 5/day <br /> * Confounders receive an epic bonus feat every 3 levels. In addition to the paladin epic bonus feat list they get the following options at epic:<br /> ** Aura vs. Law (Req: 15 Confounder Level)<br /> ** Summon Slaad (Scales per level)<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Confounders progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Dominator]] ([[Valok]], LE)===<br /> '''Hit Die''': d8<br /> <br /> '''Proficiencies''': [[NWN:Armor Proficiency (Heavy)|Armor Proficiency (Heavy)]], Weapons ([[NWN:Weapon Proficiency (Martial)|Martial]], [[NWN:Weapon Proficiency (Simple)|Simple]])<br /> <br /> '''Skill Points''': 2 + [[NWN:Int|Int]] mod<br /> <br /> '''Skills''': [[NWN:Concentration|Concentration]], [[NWN:Discipline|Discipline]], [[NWN:Intimidate|Intimidate]], [[NWN:Listen|Listen]], [[NWN:Lore|Lore]], [[NWN:Persuade|Persuade]], [[NWN:Search|Search]], [[NWN:Spellcraft|Spellcraft]], [[NWN:Taunt|Taunt]]<br /> <br /> '''Primary Saving Throw(s)''': [[NWN:Will|Will]] &amp; [[NWN:Fortitude|Fortitude]]<br /> <br /> <br /> ''Requirements:''<br /> <br /> '''Deity:''' [[Valok]]<br /> <br /> '''Alignment:''' [[NWN:Lawful_Evil|Lawful Evil]]<br /> <br /> '''Base Attack Bonus (BAB):''' +7<br /> <br /> '''Feats:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Weapon_Focus|Weapon Focus]]: Longsword<br /> * [[NWN:Improved_Knockdown|Improved Knockdown]]<br /> <br /> '''Skills:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Persuade|Persuade]] - 5 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Discipline|Discipline]] - 3 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Listen|Listen]] - 2 Ranks<br /> <br /> <br /> ''Special Abilities &amp; Feats:''<br /> <br /> '''Abilities:'''<br /> <br /> * 1st: [[NWN:Slippery_Mind|Slippery Mind]]<br /> * 2nd: [[NWN:Smite_Good|Smite Good]]<br /> * 3rd: [[NWN:Dark_Blessing|Dark Blessing]]<br /> * 4th: [[NWN:Aura_of_glory|Aura of Glory]], 1x/day. Caster level takes holy warrior levels into account.<br /> * 5th: [[NWN:Turn_undead|Turn Undead]]<br /> * 6th: [[Lay on Harm]], [[NWN:Diamond_Soul|Diamond Soul]], [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] III (SR 16) <br /> * 7th: [[Project Force]]<br /> * 8th: [[NWN:Lesser_spell_breach|Lesser Spell Breach]] 1x/day, [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] IV (SR 18)<br /> * 9th: [[Domination]]<br /> * 10th: [[Valok's Judgment]], [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] V (SR 20)<br /> <br /> '''Feats:''' The Dominator may take the following feats as bonus feats:<br /> * [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] VI - X<br /> * [[NWN:Great_Charisma|Great Charisma]]<br /> <br /> '''Epic Bonus Feats:''' Dominators receive an epic bonus feat every 3 levels.<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Dominators progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Annihilator]] ([[Aarilax]], NE)===<br /> Requirements:<br /> <br /> '''Base Attack Bonus (BAB):''' +7<br /> <br /> '''Hit Dice:''' d8 (Not d10!)<br /> <br /> '''Skill Points:''' 4+Int per level<br /> <br /> '''Class Skills:''' Bluff, Concentration, Discipline, Hide, Intimidate, Listen, Move Silently, Search, Spot<br /> <br /> '''Feats:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Lightning_Reflexes|Lightning Reflexes]]<br /> * [[NWN:Weapon_proficiency_%28exotic%29|Exotic Weapon Proficiency]] OR [[NWN:Weapon_Focus|Weapon Focus: Halberd]]<br /> '''Skills:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Intimidate|Intimidate]] - 3 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Move_Silently|Move Silently]] - 5 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Search|Search]] - 5 Ranks<br /> <br /> '''Base Attack Progression:''' +1/level (as per fighter)<br /> <br /> '''Good Saves:''' Fortitude and Will<br /> <br /> '''Abilities:<br /> *1st: Detect Good 30', [[NWN:Dirty_Fighting|Dirty Fighting]], [[NWN:Ambidexterity|Ambidexterity]]<br /> *2nd: [[NWN:Dark_Blessing|Dark Blessing]]<br /> *3rd: Class Feat (Death Attack, Favored Enemy, Two Weapon Fighting Feats, Divine Might, Divine Shield, Weapon Focus (Scimitar, Halberd, Double Sword), Improved critical(same as weapon focus))<br /> *4th: Lay On Harm<br /> *5th: [[NWN:Turn_Undead|Turn Undead]]<br /> *6th: Class Feat (see level 3)<br /> *7th: Smite Good<br /> *8th: [[NWN:Crippling_Strike|Crippling Strike]] *Note: This ability only works when the Annihilator has at least 1d6 sneak attack damage. Death attack damage does not count.<br /> *9th: Class Feat (See level 3)<br /> *10th: Avatar of Murder (as Psionic Strength of the Land). +3 to attack and damage (magic damage) for 2 rounds per Annihilator level.<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Annihilators progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> '''Epic Abilities'''<br /> Annhilators of level 11 and higher continue to get bonus feats at level 13, 16, 19, 22, 25, and 28.<br /> <br /> Epic Bonus Feats Include: Divine Might, Divine Shield, Weapon Focus (Halbred, Two Bladed Sword, Scimitar), Improved Critical (Halbred, Two Bladed Sword, Scimitar), Great Charisma, Epic Prowess, Armor Skin, Aspect of the Serpent (Annhilator only; 16 Annihilator levels req'd), Epic Weapon Focus (Same weapons as Weapon Focus), Two Weapon Fighting, Improved 2 Weapon Fighting, Death Attack+1d6, or Favored Enemy.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Blackguard]] ([[Maleki]], CE)===<br /> Requirements: same as always, plus alignment = CE&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> # Level 1 Use Poison<br /> # Level 2 Bull's Strength, Dark Blessing, Smite Good<br /> # Level 3 Create Undead, Turn undead<br /> # Level 4 Sneak Attack, Blackguard (+1d6)<br /> # Level 5 Summon Fiend<br /> # Level 6 Inflict Serious Wounds<br /> # Level 7 Contagion, Sneak Attack, Blackguard (+2d6)<br /> # Level 8 Inflict Critical Wounds<br /> # Level 10 Sneak Attack, Blackguard (+3d6)<br /> <br /> ==See Also==<br /> [[Wikipedia:Prestige class]], [[Holy_Warriors]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Prestige_Classes&diff=26065 2007-08-18T19:54:34Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Paladin (Gorethar, LG) */</p> <hr /> <div>The coming of [[NWN:SoU]] and [[NWN:HotU]] have seen the introduction of prestige classes. Prestige classes are taken very seriously on Avlis. Even if your PC fulfills the requirements necessary to start gaining levels in a certain prestige class (such as arcane archer or assassin), he will not be able to do so until he also finds and completes a scripted quest tied to that class. The completion of this quest is to signify the pains that must be taken to get the specialized training necessary to gain levels in that prestige class. Not all of these scripted quests have been implemented in Avlis yet – in the meantime a player can have a prestige class 'unlocked' by a DM upon completing a special DM quest, or as a roleplaying award.<br /> <br /> It is important to note that three of the prestige classes in NWN are not allowed in Avlis. The first is the Red Dragon Disciple. This is because red dragons are not indigenous to Avlis, so no native Avlissian character can have red dragon blood. The second is the Champion of Torm. Torm is not worshipped in Avlis, so he has no followers here. The third is the Harper Scout. The Harpers are an organization exclusive to the Forgotten Realms and therefore do not exist on Avlis. Avlis also has its own special prestige classes. These are the holy warriors of the nine major gods (see Part II, Chapter 4, Section F). To be able to gain levels in these prestige classes you must gain permission from the player-run religious order of that deity. There are only two exceptions to this. The first is the paladin class. Anyone can choose to gain levels in paladin; however, it is an Avlis rule that all paladins are worshippers of Gorethar. The second is the blackguard prestige class from SoU. Blackguards are the holy warriors of Maleki – as such, they must be CE in alignment. Blackguards who are not CE cannot gain blackguard levels on Avlis.<br /> <br /> == NWN prestige classes ==<br /> <br /> * [[Arcane Archer]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Assassin]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Dwarven Defender]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Pale Master]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Shadowdancer]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Shifter]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Weapon Master]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> <br /> Not allowed in Avlis<br /> <br /> * [http://www.nwnwiki.org/Champion_of_Torm Champion of Torm] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [http://www.nwnwiki.org/Red_Dragon_Disciple Red Dragon Disciple] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [http://www.nwnwiki.org/Harper_Scout Harper Scout] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> <br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Avlis [[Holy Warriors | Holy Warrior]] Prestige Class Requirements and Abilities==<br /> ===[[Paladin]] ([[Gorethar]], LG)===<br /> '''Requirements:'''<br /> * Alignment Restrictions: Lawful Good only<br /> * Hit Die: d10<br /> * Skill Points (x4 at 1st level): 2 + Int Modifier<br /> * Spellcasting: Paladin Spells. Divine -- starts at 4th level (Wisdom based, armor-related chance of spell failure is ignored) <br /> * Ex-Paladins: A paladin that is no longer lawful good has their holy warrior status stripped from them.&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> &lt;p&gt;<br /> '''Abilities:''' <br /> * Armor proficiency: All, plus shields<br /> * Weapon proficiency: Simple and martial, not exotic<br /> * Divine Grace: Your Charisma bonus is added to your saving throws.<br /> * Divine Health: Paladins are immune to disease.<br /> * Lay on Hands: Once a day, Paladins can heal their Charisma bonus times their level points of damage. (CHR bonus * level = hps healed)<br /> * Aura of Courage: Paladins are immune to fear, nearby allies gain +4 to fear saves ''(granted at 2nd level)''<br /> * Smite Evil: Once a day Paladins can add their Charisma bonus to his attack roll and Paladin level to damage. (CHR bonus + BAB + level = Smite damage) ''(granted at 2nd level)''<br /> * Turn Undead: Paladins can Turn Undead, like a Cleric 2 levels lower, three times a day plus their Charisma bonus ''(granted at 3rd level)''<br /> * Remove Disease - Once a day, Paladins can cure a companion of disease. ''(granted at 3rd level)''<br /> * Detect Evil'''*''' (see NOTE below)<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> '''Feat progression: Standard'''<br /> * Feats at at 1st, 3rd, 6th, 9th, 12th, 15th, and 18th<br /> * Epic Paladin gets an Epic Paladin feat every 3 levels after 20th, and can choose from the following list:<br /> ** Armor skin, Devestating Critical, Epic Toughness, Epic Weapon Focus, Epic Prowess, Epic Reputation, Great Smiting, Improved Combat Casting, Overwhelming Critical, Perfect Health, Planar Turning (note: prerequisites for these feats apply).<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Paladin Spells:'''&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> ''1st Level spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Bless, Cure Light Wounds, Endure Elements, Protection from Alignment, Resistance, Virtue, Protection from Alignment, Divine Favor, Deafing Clang, Bless weapon, Magic Weapon, Detect Evil, Lionheart'''**'''&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Second Level Spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Aid, Bull's Strength, Eagle Splendor, Remove Paralysis, Resist Elements, Aura of Glory, Clarity of Mind, Divine Protection, Undetectable Alignment&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Third Level Spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Cure Moderate Wounds, Dispel Magic, Magic Circle against Alignment, Prayer, Remove Blindness and Deafness, Blessing of Bahamut (gives DR -10/)&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Fourth Level Spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Cure Serious Wounds, Death Ward, Freedom of Movement, Neutralize Poison, Holy Sword<br /> <br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;u&gt;A word regarding spells:&lt;/u&gt; Militant bonuses are halved if the paladin casts &quot;buffs&quot; such as Aid, Bull's Strength and Eagle's Splendor upon him/herself.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> '''*NOTE:''' Please be aware that to gain the Detect Evil ability is only available in Avlis at '''character creation''', it is necessary to have some files installed in your override directory.<br /> <br /> 1) Extract the files cls_feat_pal.2da and feat.2da from your CoPaP1_0Hak. (You can do this with NWHak in your utils directory.)<br /> <br /> 2) Put BOTH those files in your override directory. <br /> <br /> &lt;u&gt;This ONLY works when creating a brand-new paladin.&lt;/u&gt; The bug that requires this workaround makes it so the feat is not written to the bic file of an existing paladin.&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''**NOTE:''' Lionheart grants immunity to fear, touch spell -- but at 4th level, when Paladins get spells, they also get the ability &quot;Aura of Courage&quot;&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Champion]] ([[O'Ma]], NG)===<br /> Requirements:&lt;br&gt;<br /> Base Attack Bonus (BAB): +7&lt;br&gt;<br /> Feats: Weapon Focus: Short Sword, Skill Focus: Heal, Two Weapon Fighting&lt;br&gt;<br /> Skills: Heal - 5 Ranks&lt;br&gt;<br /> Abilities:&lt;br&gt;<br /> 1st [[NWN:Ambidexterity|Ambidexterity]], Detect Evil, [[Magic:Remove_Fear|Remove Fear]] 1/day&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 2nd [[NWN:Divine Grace|Divine Grace]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 3rd [[Holy_Warrior_Smite|Smite Evil]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 4th [[NWN:Improved_Two-Weapon_Fighting|Improved Two-Weapon Fighting]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 5th [[NWN:Turn_Undead|Turn Undead]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 6th [[NWN:Lay on Hands|Lay on Hands]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 7th [[Magic:Cure_Critical_Wounds|Cure Critical Wounds]] 2/day&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 8th [[NWN:Divine_Wrath|Divine Wrath]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 9th [[NWN:Extra_Smiting|Extra Smiting]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 10th [[NWN:Divine_shield|Divine Shield]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Champions progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Avenger]] ([[Dru'El]], CG)===<br /> Requirements:&lt;br&gt;<br /> BAB: +7&lt;br&gt;<br /> Feats: Point Blank Shot, Weapon Focus: Longbow. ''Optional:'' Trackless Step (Ranger/Druid Class Feat) or Alertness &lt;br&gt;<br /> Skills: Heal (3 Ranks), Hide (3 Ranks), Move Silently (3 Ranks), Listen (6 ranks) &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> Abilities:&lt;br&gt;<br /> 1st: [[NWN:Divine Grace|Divine Grace]], Detect Evil, Detect Law&lt;br&gt;<br /> 2nd: [[Magic:Remove Fear|Remove Fear]] - 1/day&lt;br&gt;<br /> 3rd: [[Holy Warrior Smite|Smite Evil]], Bonus Feat (choose 1 of [[NWN:Enchant Arrow|Enchant Arrow]], [[NWN:Favored Enemy|Favored Enemy]], [[NWN:Sneak Attack|Sneak Attack]], [[NWN:Extra Smiting|Extra Smiting]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> 4th: [[NWN:Turn undead|Turn Undead]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> 5th: Heal Other (Per Psionic Ability: [[Psychometabolism#Lend_Health|Lend Health]]) - 2/day &lt;br&gt;<br /> 6th: Bonus Feat (choose 1 of [[NWN:Enchant Arrow|Enchant Arrow]], [[NWN:Favored Enemy|Favored Enemy]], [[NWN:Sneak Attack|Sneak Attack]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> 7th: [[Magic:Eagles Splendor|Eagle's Splendor]]&lt;br&gt; <br /> 8th: [[NWN:Divine might|Divine Might]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> 9th: Bonus Feat (choose 1 of [[NWN:Enchant Arrow|Enchant Arrow]], [[NWN:Favored Enemy|Favored Enemy]], [[NWN:Sneak Attack|Sneak Attack]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> 10th: [[NWN:Rogue's cunning|Rogue's Cunning]] - 1/day, [[NWN:Deneir's Eye|Deneir's Eye]]<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Avengers progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Justicar]] ([[Toran]], LN)===<br /> Requirements:&lt;br&gt;<br /> BAB: +7&lt;br&gt;<br /> Feats: Armor Proficiency: Heavy, Weapon Focus: Longsword, Cleave&lt;br&gt;<br /> Skills: Discipline - 8 Ranks&lt;br&gt;<br /> Abilities:<br /> &lt;br&gt;1st: Protection vs. Chaos<br /> &lt;br&gt;2nd: Soldier's Resolve (Intellect Fortress) <br /> &lt;br&gt;3rd: Divine Grace <br /> &lt;br&gt;4th: Aura of Courage <br /> &lt;br&gt;5th: Remove Blindness <br /> &lt;br&gt;6th: Smite Chaos <br /> &lt;br&gt;7th: Lay on Harm <br /> &lt;br&gt;8th: Shatter Doubt (Suppress Fear) <br /> &lt;br&gt;9th: Battletide <br /> &lt;br&gt;10th: Inspire Confidence <br /> &lt;br&gt;12th: Soldier's Resolve 2x/day <br /> &lt;br&gt;15th: Remove Blindness/Inspire Confidence 2x/day <br /> &lt;br&gt;18th: Battletide 2x/day <br /> &lt;br&gt;21st: Inspire Confidence 2x/day <br /> <br /> Additional Epic Bonus Feats: Toran's Insight (Danger Sense), Inspire Greatness, Aura vs. Chaos, Unshakeable Will (Tower of Iron Will) <br /> <br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Justicars progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Equalizer]] ([[Mikon]], TN)===<br /> '''Prerequisites:'''<br /> * Base Attack Bonus (BAB): +7<br /> *Alignment: True Neutral<br /> * Deity: [[Mikon]]<br /> <br /> *'''Feats:'''<br /> ** Armor Proficiency: Heavy<br /> ** Weapon Focus: Longsword<br /> ** Combat Casting or Weapon Proficiency (Exotic)<br /> *'''Skills:'''<br /> ** Parry - 4 Ranks<br /> ** Heal - 2 Ranks<br /> ** Taunt - 2 Ranks<br /> <br /> '''Equalizer Class Skills:'''<br /> * Equalizers get 2 Skill Points per level<br /> * Equalizers have access to the following skills: Concentration, Discipline, Heal, Listen, Lore, Parry, Search, Spot, Taunt<br /> <br /> '''Equalizer Class Abilities:'''<br /> *1st: Smite Good, Detect Alignment<br /> *2nd: Smite Evil<br /> *3rd: Divine Grace (Cha bonus to saves)<br /> *4th: Favored Enemy: Outsider (Bonus based on EQ Levels), Turn Undead<br /> *5th: Lay on Hands<br /> *6th: Lay on Harm<br /> *7th: Intensity Attack (+3 to Dex and Con) <br /> *8th: Mikon's (Tymora's) smile (+2 to saving throws for 5 turns. 1/day)<br /> *9th: Divine Wrath (+3 to attack, damage and saves + DR 5/1 for rounds equal to Cha bonus)<br /> *10th: Aura of Protection (a lesser globe of invulnerability for the Equalizer and everyone around him)<br /> <br /> '''Epic Bonus Feats:'''<br /> *Equalizers recieve an epic bonus feat every 3 levels. <br /> <br /> '''Epic Equalizer Progression:''' <br /> *12th: Intensity Attack 2/day <br /> *15th: Improved Intensity Attack 1/day (+6 to Dex and Con) <br /> *18th: Improved Intensity Attack 2/day <br /> *20th: Aura of Protection 2/day <br /> *21st: Superior Intensity Attack 1/day (+9 to Dex and Con) <br /> *24th: Superior Intensity Attack 2/day <br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' <br /> *Equalizers progress in the divine spellcasting class AND arcane spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Confounder]] ([[Forian]], CN)===<br /> '''Prerequisites:'''<br /> * Base Attack Bonus (BAB): +7<br /> * '''Feats:'''<br /> ** Weapon Proficiency: Martial<br /> ** Weapon Focus: Heavy Flail or Weapon Focus: Light Flail<br /> * '''Skills:'''<br /> ** Hide - 5 Ranks<br /> ** Taunt - 5 Ranks<br /> ** Lore - 5 ranks<br /> * Alignment: CN<br /> * Deity: Forian<br /> <br /> *Hit Die: d8<br /> '''Class Skills'''<br /> * Confounders get access to all skills with the exception of the following: Animal Empathy<br /> * Confounders get 4 skill points per level.<br /> <br /> '''Class Proficiencies'''<br /> * Exotic Weapon Proficiency (Received for free at 1st level) <br /> * Simple, Martial, Light, Medium and Heavy Armor<br /> <br /> '''Class Abilities:'''<br /> * 1st: Detect Law 30', Whirling Flail<br /> * 2nd: Touch of Random Mischief 1/day, Protection vs. Law<br /> * 3rd: Divine Grace (per Paladin ability. Charisma to bonuses) <br /> * 4th: Touch of Random Mischief 2/day<br /> * 5th: Smite Law<br /> * 6th: Touch of Random Mischief 3/day<br /> * 7th: Whirlwind Attack<br /> * 8th: Touch of Random Mischief 4/day <br /> * 9th: Improved Whirlwind Attack <br /> * 10th: Touch of Random Mischief 5/day <br /> * Confounders receive an epic bonus feat every 3 levels. In addition to the paladin epic bonus feat list they get the following options at epic:<br /> ** Aura vs. Law (Req: 15 Confounder Level)<br /> ** Summon Slaad (Scales per level)<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Confounders progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Dominator]] ([[Valok]], LE)===<br /> '''Hit Die''': d8<br /> <br /> '''Proficiencies''': [[NWN:Armor Proficiency (Heavy)|Armor Proficiency (Heavy)]], Weapons ([[NWN:Weapon Proficiency (Martial)|Martial]], [[NWN:Weapon Proficiency (Simple)|Simple]])<br /> <br /> '''Skill Points''': 2 + [[NWN:Int|Int]] mod<br /> <br /> '''Skills''': [[NWN:Concentration|Concentration]], [[NWN:Discipline|Discipline]], [[NWN:Intimidate|Intimidate]], [[NWN:Listen|Listen]], [[NWN:Lore|Lore]], [[NWN:Persuade|Persuade]], [[NWN:Search|Search]], [[NWN:Spellcraft|Spellcraft]], [[NWN:Taunt|Taunt]]<br /> <br /> '''Primary Saving Throw(s)''': [[NWN:Will|Will]] &amp; [[NWN:Fortitude|Fortitude]]<br /> <br /> <br /> ''Requirements:''<br /> <br /> '''Deity:''' [[Valok]]<br /> <br /> '''Alignment:''' [[NWN:Lawful_Evil|Lawful Evil]]<br /> <br /> '''Base Attack Bonus (BAB):''' +7<br /> <br /> '''Feats:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Weapon_Focus|Weapon Focus]]: Longsword<br /> * [[NWN:Improved_Knockdown|Improved Knockdown]]<br /> <br /> '''Skills:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Persuade|Persuade]] - 5 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Discipline|Discipline]] - 3 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Listen|Listen]] - 2 Ranks<br /> <br /> <br /> ''Special Abilities &amp; Feats:''<br /> <br /> '''Abilities:'''<br /> <br /> * 1st: [[NWN:Slippery_Mind|Slippery Mind]]<br /> * 2nd: [[NWN:Smite_Good|Smite Good]]<br /> * 3rd: [[NWN:Dark_Blessing|Dark Blessing]]<br /> * 4th: [[NWN:Aura_of_glory|Aura of Glory]], 1x/day. Caster level takes holy warrior levels into account.<br /> * 5th: [[NWN:Turn_undead|Turn Undead]]<br /> * 6th: [[Lay on Harm]], [[NWN:Diamond_Soul|Diamond Soul]], [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] III (SR 16) <br /> * 7th: [[Project Force]]<br /> * 8th: [[NWN:Lesser_spell_breach|Lesser Spell Breach]] 1x/day, [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] IV (SR 18)<br /> * 9th: [[Domination]]<br /> * 10th: [[Valok's Judgment]], [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] V (SR 20)<br /> <br /> '''Feats:''' The Dominator may take the following feats as bonus feats:<br /> * [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] VI - X<br /> * [[NWN:Great_Charisma|Great Charisma]]<br /> <br /> '''Epic Bonus Feats:''' Dominators receive an epic bonus feat every 3 levels.<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Dominators progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Annihilator]] ([[Aarilax]], NE)===<br /> Requirements:<br /> <br /> '''Base Attack Bonus (BAB):''' +7<br /> <br /> '''Hit Dice:''' d8 (Not d10!)<br /> <br /> '''Skill Points:''' 4+Int per level<br /> <br /> '''Class Skills:''' Bluff, Concentration, Discipline, Hide, Intimidate, Listen, Move Silently, Search, Spot<br /> <br /> '''Feats:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Lightning_Reflexes|Lightning Reflexes]]<br /> * [[NWN:Weapon_proficiency_%28exotic%29|Exotic Weapon Proficiency]] OR [[NWN:Weapon_Focus|Weapon Focus: Halberd]]<br /> '''Skills:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Intimidate|Intimidate]] - 3 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Move_Silently|Move Silently]] - 5 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Search|Search]] - 5 Ranks<br /> <br /> '''Base Attack Progression:''' +1/level (as per fighter)<br /> <br /> '''Good Saves:''' Fortitude and Will<br /> <br /> '''Abilities:<br /> *1st: Detect Good 30', [[NWN:Dirty_Fighting|Dirty Fighting]], [[NWN:Ambidexterity|Ambidexterity]]<br /> *2nd: [[NWN:Dark_Blessing|Dark Blessing]]<br /> *3rd: Class Feat (Death Attack, Favored Enemy, Two Weapon Fighting Feats, Divine Might, Divine Shield, Weapon Focus (Scimitar, Halberd, Double Sword), Improved critical(same as weapon focus))<br /> *4th: Lay On Harm<br /> *5th: [[NWN:Turn_Undead|Turn Undead]]<br /> *6th: Class Feat (see level 3)<br /> *7th: Smite Good<br /> *8th: [[NWN:Crippling_Strike|Crippling Strike]] *Note: This ability only works when the Annihilator has at least 1d6 sneak attack damage. Death attack damage does not count.<br /> *9th: Class Feat (See level 3)<br /> *10th: Avatar of Murder (as Psionic Strength of the Land). +3 to attack and damage (magic damage) for 2 rounds per Annihilator level.<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Annihilators progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> '''Epic Abilities'''<br /> Annhilators of level 11 and higher continue to get bonus feats at level 13, 16, 19, 22, 25, and 28.<br /> <br /> Epic Bonus Feats Include: Divine Might, Divine Shield, Weapon Focus (Halbred, Two Bladed Sword, Scimitar), Improved Critical (Halbred, Two Bladed Sword, Scimitar), Great Charisma, Epic Prowess, Armor Skin, Aspect of the Serpent (Annhilator only; 16 Annihilator levels req'd), Epic Weapon Focus (Same weapons as Weapon Focus), Two Weapon Fighting, Improved 2 Weapon Fighting, Death Attack+1d6, or Favored Enemy.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Blackguard]] ([[Maleki]], CE)===<br /> Requirements: same as always, plus alignment = CE&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> # Level 1 Use Poison<br /> # Level 2 Bull's Strength, Dark Blessing, Smite Good<br /> # Level 3 Create Undead, Turn undead<br /> # Level 4 Sneak Attack, Blackguard (+1d6)<br /> # Level 5 Summon Fiend<br /> # Level 6 Inflict Serious Wounds<br /> # Level 7 Contagion, Sneak Attack, Blackguard (+2d6)<br /> # Level 8 Inflict Critical Wounds<br /> # Level 10 Sneak Attack, Blackguard (+3d6)<br /> <br /> ==See Also==<br /> [[Wikipedia:Prestige class]], [[Holy_Warriors]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Prestige_Classes&diff=26061 2007-08-18T17:53:23Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Justicar (Toran, LN) */ corrected 5th level feat</p> <hr /> <div>The coming of [[NWN:SoU]] and [[NWN:HotU]] have seen the introduction of prestige classes. Prestige classes are taken very seriously on Avlis. Even if your PC fulfills the requirements necessary to start gaining levels in a certain prestige class (such as arcane archer or assassin), he will not be able to do so until he also finds and completes a scripted quest tied to that class. The completion of this quest is to signify the pains that must be taken to get the specialized training necessary to gain levels in that prestige class. Not all of these scripted quests have been implemented in Avlis yet – in the meantime a player can have a prestige class 'unlocked' by a DM upon completing a special DM quest, or as a roleplaying award.<br /> <br /> It is important to note that three of the prestige classes in NWN are not allowed in Avlis. The first is the Red Dragon Disciple. This is because red dragons are not indigenous to Avlis, so no native Avlissian character can have red dragon blood. The second is the Champion of Torm. Torm is not worshipped in Avlis, so he has no followers here. The third is the Harper Scout. The Harpers are an organization exclusive to the Forgotten Realms and therefore do not exist on Avlis. Avlis also has its own special prestige classes. These are the holy warriors of the nine major gods (see Part II, Chapter 4, Section F). To be able to gain levels in these prestige classes you must gain permission from the player-run religious order of that deity. There are only two exceptions to this. The first is the paladin class. Anyone can choose to gain levels in paladin; however, it is an Avlis rule that all paladins are worshippers of Gorethar. The second is the blackguard prestige class from SoU. Blackguards are the holy warriors of Maleki – as such, they must be CE in alignment. Blackguards who are not CE cannot gain blackguard levels on Avlis.<br /> <br /> == NWN prestige classes ==<br /> <br /> * [[Arcane Archer]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Assassin]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Dwarven Defender]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Pale Master]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Shadowdancer]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Shifter]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Weapon Master]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> <br /> Not allowed in Avlis<br /> <br /> * [http://www.nwnwiki.org/Champion_of_Torm Champion of Torm] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [http://www.nwnwiki.org/Red_Dragon_Disciple Red Dragon Disciple] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [http://www.nwnwiki.org/Harper_Scout Harper Scout] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> <br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Avlis [[Holy Warriors | Holy Warrior]] Prestige Class Requirements and Abilities==<br /> ===[[Paladin]] ([[Gorethar]], LG)===<br /> '''Requirements:'''<br /> * Alignment Restrictions: Lawful Good only<br /> * Hit Die: d10<br /> * Skill Points (x4 at 1st level): 2 + Int Modifier<br /> * Spellcasting: Paladin Spells. Divine -- starts at 4th level (Wisdom based, armor-related chance of spell failure is ignored) <br /> * Ex-Paladins: A paladin that is no longer lawful good has their holy warrior status stripped from them.&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> &lt;p&gt;<br /> '''Abilities:''' <br /> * Armor proficiency: All, plus shields<br /> * Weapon proficiency: Simple and martial, not exotic<br /> * Divine Grace: Your Charisma bonus is added to your saving throws.<br /> * Divine Health: Paladins are immune to disease.<br /> * Lay on Hands: Once a day, Paladins can heal their Charisma bonus times their level points of damage. (CHR bonus * level = hps healed)<br /> * Aura of Courage: Paladins are immune to fear, nearby allies gain +4 to fear saves ''(granted at 2nd level)''<br /> * Smite Evil: Once a day Paladins can add their Charisma bonus to his attack roll and Paladin level to damage. (CHR bonus + BAB + level = Smite damage) ''(granted at 2nd level)''<br /> * Turn Undead: Paladins can Turn Undead, like a Cleric 2 levels lower, three times a day plus their Charisma bonus ''(granted at 3rd level)''<br /> * Remove Disease - Once a day, Paladins can cure a companion of disease. ''(granted at 3rd level)''<br /> * Detect Evil'''*''' (see NOTE below)<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> '''Feat progression: Standard'''<br /> * Feats at at 1st, 3rd, 6th, 9th, 12th, 15th, and 18th<br /> * Epic Paladin gets an Epic Paladin feat every 3 levels after 20th, and can choose from the following list:<br /> ** Armor skin, Devestating Critical, Epic Toughness, Epic Weapon Focus, Epic Prowess, Epic Reputation, Great Smiting, Improved Combat Casting, Overwhelming Critical, Perfect Health, Planar Turning (note: prerequisites for these feats apply).<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Paladin Spells:'''&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> ''1st Level spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Bless, Cure Light Wounds, Endure Elements, Protection from Alignment, Resistance, Virtue, Protection from Alignment, Divine Favor, Deafing Clang, Bless weapon, Magic Weapon, Detect Evil, Lionheart'''**'''&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Second Level Spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Aid, Bull's Strength, Eagle Splendor, Remove Paralysis, Resist Elements, Aura of Glory, Clarity of Mind, Divine Protection, Undetectable Alignment'''***'''&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Third Level Spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Cure Moderate Wounds, Dispel Magic, Magic Circle against Alignment, Prayer, Remove Blindness and Deafness, Blessing of Bahamut (gives DR -10/)&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Fourth Level Spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Cure Serious Wounds, Death Ward, Freedom of Movement, Neutralize Poison, Holy Sword<br /> <br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;u&gt;A word regarding spells:&lt;/u&gt; Militant bonuses are halved if the paladin casts &quot;buffs&quot; such as Aid, Bull's Strength and Eagle's Splendor upon him/herself.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> '''*NOTE:''' Please be aware that to gain the Detect Evil ability is only available in Avlis at '''character creation''', it is necessary to have some files installed in your override directory.<br /> <br /> 1) Extract the files cls_feat_pal.2da and feat.2da from your CoPaP1_0Hak. (You can do this with NWHak in your utils directory.)<br /> <br /> 2) Put BOTH those files in your override directory. <br /> <br /> &lt;u&gt;This ONLY works when creating a brand-new paladin.&lt;/u&gt; The bug that requires this workaround makes it so the feat is not written to the bic file of an existing paladin.&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''**NOTE:''' Lionheart grants immunity to fear, touch spell -- but at 4th level, when Paladins get spells, they also get the ability &quot;Aura of Courage&quot;&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''***NOTE:''' Undetectable alignment is worthless--everyone knows Paladins must be LG<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Champion]] ([[O'Ma]], NG)===<br /> Requirements:&lt;br&gt;<br /> Base Attack Bonus (BAB): +7&lt;br&gt;<br /> Feats: Weapon Focus: Short Sword, Skill Focus: Heal, Two Weapon Fighting&lt;br&gt;<br /> Skills: Heal - 5 Ranks&lt;br&gt;<br /> Abilities:&lt;br&gt;<br /> 1st [[NWN:Ambidexterity|Ambidexterity]], Detect Evil, [[Magic:Remove_Fear|Remove Fear]] 1/day&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 2nd [[NWN:Divine Grace|Divine Grace]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 3rd [[Holy_Warrior_Smite|Smite Evil]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 4th [[NWN:Improved_Two-Weapon_Fighting|Improved Two-Weapon Fighting]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 5th [[NWN:Turn_Undead|Turn Undead]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 6th [[NWN:Lay on Hands|Lay on Hands]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 7th [[Magic:Cure_Critical_Wounds|Cure Critical Wounds]] 2/day&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 8th [[NWN:Divine_Wrath|Divine Wrath]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 9th [[NWN:Extra_Smiting|Extra Smiting]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 10th [[NWN:Divine_shield|Divine Shield]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Champions progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Avenger]] ([[Dru'El]], CG)===<br /> Requirements:&lt;br&gt;<br /> BAB: +7&lt;br&gt;<br /> Feats: Point Blank Shot, Weapon Focus: Longbow. ''Optional:'' Trackless Step (Ranger/Druid Class Feat) or Alertness &lt;br&gt;<br /> Skills: Heal (3 Ranks), Hide (3 Ranks), Move Silently (3 Ranks), Listen (6 ranks) &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> Abilities:&lt;br&gt;<br /> 1st: [[NWN:Divine Grace|Divine Grace]], Detect Evil, Detect Law&lt;br&gt;<br /> 2nd: [[Magic:Remove Fear|Remove Fear]] - 1/day&lt;br&gt;<br /> 3rd: [[Holy Warrior Smite|Smite Evil]], Bonus Feat (choose 1 of [[NWN:Enchant Arrow|Enchant Arrow]], [[NWN:Favored Enemy|Favored Enemy]], [[NWN:Sneak Attack|Sneak Attack]], [[NWN:Extra Smiting|Extra Smiting]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> 4th: [[NWN:Turn undead|Turn Undead]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> 5th: Heal Other (Per Psionic Ability: [[Psychometabolism#Lend_Health|Lend Health]]) - 2/day &lt;br&gt;<br /> 6th: Bonus Feat (choose 1 of [[NWN:Enchant Arrow|Enchant Arrow]], [[NWN:Favored Enemy|Favored Enemy]], [[NWN:Sneak Attack|Sneak Attack]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> 7th: [[Magic:Eagles Splendor|Eagle's Splendor]]&lt;br&gt; <br /> 8th: [[NWN:Divine might|Divine Might]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> 9th: Bonus Feat (choose 1 of [[NWN:Enchant Arrow|Enchant Arrow]], [[NWN:Favored Enemy|Favored Enemy]], [[NWN:Sneak Attack|Sneak Attack]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> 10th: [[NWN:Rogue's cunning|Rogue's Cunning]] - 1/day, [[NWN:Deneir's Eye|Deneir's Eye]]<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Avengers progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Justicar]] ([[Toran]], LN)===<br /> Requirements:&lt;br&gt;<br /> BAB: +7&lt;br&gt;<br /> Feats: Armor Proficiency: Heavy, Weapon Focus: Longsword, Cleave&lt;br&gt;<br /> Skills: Discipline - 8 Ranks&lt;br&gt;<br /> Abilities:&lt;br&gt;<br /> 1st: Detect Chaos 30'&lt;br&gt;<br /> 3rd: Smite Chaos&lt;br&gt;<br /> 3rd: Hold Person&lt;br&gt;<br /> 5th: Remove Fear&lt;br&gt;<br /> 5th: Magic Circle vs. Chaos&lt;br&gt;<br /> 5th: Lay on Hands&lt;br&gt;<br /> 5th: Lay on Harm<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Justicars progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Equalizer]] ([[Mikon]], TN)===<br /> '''Prerequisites:'''<br /> * Base Attack Bonus (BAB): +7<br /> *Alignment: True Neutral<br /> * Deity: [[Mikon]]<br /> <br /> *'''Feats:'''<br /> ** Armor Proficiency: Heavy<br /> ** Weapon Focus: Longsword<br /> ** Combat Casting or Weapon Proficiency (Exotic)<br /> *'''Skills:'''<br /> ** Parry - 4 Ranks<br /> ** Heal - 2 Ranks<br /> ** Taunt - 2 Ranks<br /> <br /> '''Equalizer Class Skills:'''<br /> * Equalizers get 2 Skill Points per level<br /> * Equalizers have access to the following skills: Concentration, Discipline, Heal, Listen, Lore, Parry, Search, Spot, Taunt<br /> <br /> '''Equalizer Class Abilities:'''<br /> *1st: Smite Good, Detect Alignment<br /> *2nd: Smite Evil<br /> *3rd: Divine Grace (Cha bonus to saves)<br /> *4th: Favored Enemy: Outsider (Bonus based on EQ Levels), Turn Undead<br /> *5th: Lay on Hands<br /> *6th: Lay on Harm<br /> *7th: Intensity Attack (+3 to Dex and Con) <br /> *8th: Mikon's (Tymora's) smile (+2 to saving throws for 5 turns. 1/day)<br /> *9th: Divine Wrath (+3 to attack, damage and saves + DR 5/1 for rounds equal to Cha bonus)<br /> *10th: Aura of Protection (a lesser globe of invulnerability for the Equalizer and everyone around him)<br /> <br /> '''Epic Bonus Feats:'''<br /> *Equalizers recieve an epic bonus feat every 3 levels. <br /> <br /> '''Epic Equalizer Progression:''' <br /> *12th: Intensity Attack 2/day <br /> *15th: Improved Intensity Attack 1/day (+6 to Dex and Con) <br /> *18th: Improved Intensity Attack 2/day <br /> *20th: Aura of Protection 2/day <br /> *21st: Superior Intensity Attack 1/day (+9 to Dex and Con) <br /> *24th: Superior Intensity Attack 2/day <br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' <br /> *Equalizers progress in the divine spellcasting class AND arcane spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Confounder]] ([[Forian]], CN)===<br /> '''Prerequisites:'''<br /> * Base Attack Bonus (BAB): +7<br /> * '''Feats:'''<br /> ** Weapon Proficiency: Martial<br /> ** Weapon Focus: Heavy Flail or Weapon Focus: Light Flail<br /> * '''Skills:'''<br /> ** Hide - 5 Ranks<br /> ** Taunt - 5 Ranks<br /> ** Lore - 5 ranks<br /> * Alignment: CN<br /> * Deity: Forian<br /> <br /> *Hit Die: d8<br /> '''Class Skills'''<br /> * Confounders get access to all skills with the exception of the following: Animal Empathy<br /> * Confounders get 4 skill points per level.<br /> <br /> '''Class Proficiencies'''<br /> * Exotic Weapon Proficiency (Received for free at 1st level) <br /> * Simple, Martial, Light, Medium and Heavy Armor<br /> <br /> '''Class Abilities:'''<br /> * 1st: Detect Law 30', Whirling Flail<br /> * 2nd: Touch of Random Mischief 1/day, Protection vs. Law<br /> * 3rd: Divine Grace (per Paladin ability. Charisma to bonuses) <br /> * 4th: Touch of Random Mischief 2/day<br /> * 5th: Smite Law<br /> * 6th: Touch of Random Mischief 3/day<br /> * 7th: Whirlwind Attack<br /> * 8th: Touch of Random Mischief 4/day <br /> * 9th: Improved Whirlwind Attack <br /> * 10th: Touch of Random Mischief 5/day <br /> * Confounders receive an epic bonus feat every 3 levels. In addition to the paladin epic bonus feat list they get the following options at epic:<br /> ** Aura vs. Law (Req: 15 Confounder Level)<br /> ** Summon Slaad (Scales per level)<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Confounders progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Dominator]] ([[Valok]], LE)===<br /> '''Hit Die''': d8<br /> <br /> '''Proficiencies''': [[NWN:Armor Proficiency (Heavy)|Armor Proficiency (Heavy)]], Weapons ([[NWN:Weapon Proficiency (Martial)|Martial]], [[NWN:Weapon Proficiency (Simple)|Simple]])<br /> <br /> '''Skill Points''': 2 + [[NWN:Int|Int]] mod<br /> <br /> '''Skills''': [[NWN:Concentration|Concentration]], [[NWN:Discipline|Discipline]], [[NWN:Intimidate|Intimidate]], [[NWN:Listen|Listen]], [[NWN:Lore|Lore]], [[NWN:Persuade|Persuade]], [[NWN:Search|Search]], [[NWN:Spellcraft|Spellcraft]], [[NWN:Taunt|Taunt]]<br /> <br /> '''Primary Saving Throw(s)''': [[NWN:Will|Will]] &amp; [[NWN:Fortitude|Fortitude]]<br /> <br /> <br /> ''Requirements:''<br /> <br /> '''Deity:''' [[Valok]]<br /> <br /> '''Alignment:''' [[NWN:Lawful_Evil|Lawful Evil]]<br /> <br /> '''Base Attack Bonus (BAB):''' +7<br /> <br /> '''Feats:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Weapon_Focus|Weapon Focus]]: Longsword<br /> * [[NWN:Improved_Knockdown|Improved Knockdown]]<br /> <br /> '''Skills:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Persuade|Persuade]] - 5 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Discipline|Discipline]] - 3 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Listen|Listen]] - 2 Ranks<br /> <br /> <br /> ''Special Abilities &amp; Feats:''<br /> <br /> '''Abilities:'''<br /> <br /> * 1st: [[NWN:Slippery_Mind|Slippery Mind]]<br /> * 2nd: [[NWN:Smite_Good|Smite Good]]<br /> * 3rd: [[NWN:Dark_Blessing|Dark Blessing]]<br /> * 4th: [[NWN:Aura_of_glory|Aura of Glory]], 1x/day. Caster level takes holy warrior levels into account.<br /> * 5th: [[NWN:Turn_undead|Turn Undead]]<br /> * 6th: [[Lay on Harm]], [[NWN:Diamond_Soul|Diamond Soul]], [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] III (SR 16) <br /> * 7th: [[Project Force]]<br /> * 8th: [[NWN:Lesser_spell_breach|Lesser Spell Breach]] 1x/day, [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] IV (SR 18)<br /> * 9th: [[Domination]]<br /> * 10th: [[Valok's Judgment]], [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] V (SR 20)<br /> <br /> '''Feats:''' The Dominator may take the following feats as bonus feats:<br /> * [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] VI - X<br /> * [[NWN:Great_Charisma|Great Charisma]]<br /> <br /> '''Epic Bonus Feats:''' Dominators receive an epic bonus feat every 3 levels.<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Dominators progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Annihilator]] ([[Aarilax]], NE)===<br /> Requirements:<br /> <br /> '''Base Attack Bonus (BAB):''' +7<br /> <br /> '''Hit Dice:''' d8 (Not d10!)<br /> <br /> '''Skill Points:''' 4+Int per level<br /> <br /> '''Class Skills:''' Bluff, Concentration, Discipline, Hide, Intimidate, Listen, Move Silently, Search, Spot<br /> <br /> '''Feats:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Lightning_Reflexes|Lightning Reflexes]]<br /> * [[NWN:Weapon_proficiency_%28exotic%29|Exotic Weapon Proficiency]] OR [[NWN:Weapon_Focus|Weapon Focus: Halberd]]<br /> '''Skills:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Intimidate|Intimidate]] - 3 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Move_Silently|Move Silently]] - 5 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Search|Search]] - 5 Ranks<br /> <br /> '''Base Attack Progression:''' +1/level (as per fighter)<br /> <br /> '''Good Saves:''' Fortitude and Will<br /> <br /> '''Abilities:<br /> *1st: Detect Good 30', [[NWN:Dirty_Fighting|Dirty Fighting]], [[NWN:Ambidexterity|Ambidexterity]]<br /> *2nd: [[NWN:Dark_Blessing|Dark Blessing]]<br /> *3rd: Class Feat (Death Attack, Favored Enemy, Two Weapon Fighting Feats, Divine Might, Divine Shield, Weapon Focus (Scimitar, Halberd, Double Sword), Improved critical(same as weapon focus))<br /> *4th: Lay On Harm<br /> *5th: [[NWN:Turn_Undead|Turn Undead]]<br /> *6th: Class Feat (see level 3)<br /> *7th: Smite Good<br /> *8th: [[NWN:Crippling_Strike|Crippling Strike]] *Note: This ability only works when the Annihilator has at least 1d6 sneak attack damage. Death attack damage does not count.<br /> *9th: Class Feat (See level 3)<br /> *10th: Avatar of Murder (as Psionic Strength of the Land). +3 to attack and damage (magic damage) for 2 rounds per Annihilator level.<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Annihilators progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> '''Epic Abilities'''<br /> Annhilators of level 11 and higher continue to get bonus feats at level 13, 16, 19, 22, 25, and 28.<br /> <br /> Epic Bonus Feats Include: Divine Might, Divine Shield, Weapon Focus (Halbred, Two Bladed Sword, Scimitar), Improved Critical (Halbred, Two Bladed Sword, Scimitar), Great Charisma, Epic Prowess, Armor Skin, Aspect of the Serpent (Annhilator only; 16 Annihilator levels req'd), Epic Weapon Focus (Same weapons as Weapon Focus), Two Weapon Fighting, Improved 2 Weapon Fighting, Death Attack+1d6, or Favored Enemy.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Blackguard]] ([[Maleki]], CE)===<br /> Requirements: same as always, plus alignment = CE&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> # Level 1 Use Poison<br /> # Level 2 Bull's Strength, Dark Blessing, Smite Good<br /> # Level 3 Create Undead, Turn undead<br /> # Level 4 Sneak Attack, Blackguard (+1d6)<br /> # Level 5 Summon Fiend<br /> # Level 6 Inflict Serious Wounds<br /> # Level 7 Contagion, Sneak Attack, Blackguard (+2d6)<br /> # Level 8 Inflict Critical Wounds<br /> # Level 10 Sneak Attack, Blackguard (+3d6)<br /> <br /> ==See Also==<br /> [[Wikipedia:Prestige class]], [[Holy_Warriors]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Prestige_Classes&diff=26060 2007-08-18T16:36:15Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Paladin (Gorethar, LG) */ added NWN and Avlis info</p> <hr /> <div>The coming of [[NWN:SoU]] and [[NWN:HotU]] have seen the introduction of prestige classes. Prestige classes are taken very seriously on Avlis. Even if your PC fulfills the requirements necessary to start gaining levels in a certain prestige class (such as arcane archer or assassin), he will not be able to do so until he also finds and completes a scripted quest tied to that class. The completion of this quest is to signify the pains that must be taken to get the specialized training necessary to gain levels in that prestige class. Not all of these scripted quests have been implemented in Avlis yet – in the meantime a player can have a prestige class 'unlocked' by a DM upon completing a special DM quest, or as a roleplaying award.<br /> <br /> It is important to note that three of the prestige classes in NWN are not allowed in Avlis. The first is the Red Dragon Disciple. This is because red dragons are not indigenous to Avlis, so no native Avlissian character can have red dragon blood. The second is the Champion of Torm. Torm is not worshipped in Avlis, so he has no followers here. The third is the Harper Scout. The Harpers are an organization exclusive to the Forgotten Realms and therefore do not exist on Avlis. Avlis also has its own special prestige classes. These are the holy warriors of the nine major gods (see Part II, Chapter 4, Section F). To be able to gain levels in these prestige classes you must gain permission from the player-run religious order of that deity. There are only two exceptions to this. The first is the paladin class. Anyone can choose to gain levels in paladin; however, it is an Avlis rule that all paladins are worshippers of Gorethar. The second is the blackguard prestige class from SoU. Blackguards are the holy warriors of Maleki – as such, they must be CE in alignment. Blackguards who are not CE cannot gain blackguard levels on Avlis.<br /> <br /> == NWN prestige classes ==<br /> <br /> * [[Arcane Archer]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Assassin]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Dwarven Defender]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Pale Master]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Shadowdancer]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Shifter]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [[Weapon Master]] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> <br /> Not allowed in Avlis<br /> <br /> * [http://www.nwnwiki.org/Champion_of_Torm Champion of Torm] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [http://www.nwnwiki.org/Red_Dragon_Disciple Red Dragon Disciple] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Hordes of the Underdark|HotU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> * [http://www.nwnwiki.org/Harper_Scout Harper Scout] &lt;sup&gt;([[NWN:Shadows of Undrentide|SoU]])&lt;/sup&gt;<br /> <br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Avlis [[Holy Warriors | Holy Warrior]] Prestige Class Requirements and Abilities==<br /> ===[[Paladin]] ([[Gorethar]], LG)===<br /> '''Requirements:'''<br /> * Alignment Restrictions: Lawful Good only<br /> * Hit Die: d10<br /> * Skill Points (x4 at 1st level): 2 + Int Modifier<br /> * Spellcasting: Paladin Spells. Divine -- starts at 4th level (Wisdom based, armor-related chance of spell failure is ignored) <br /> * Ex-Paladins: A paladin that is no longer lawful good has their holy warrior status stripped from them.&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> &lt;p&gt;<br /> '''Abilities:''' <br /> * Armor proficiency: All, plus shields<br /> * Weapon proficiency: Simple and martial, not exotic<br /> * Divine Grace: Your Charisma bonus is added to your saving throws.<br /> * Divine Health: Paladins are immune to disease.<br /> * Lay on Hands: Once a day, Paladins can heal their Charisma bonus times their level points of damage. (CHR bonus * level = hps healed)<br /> * Aura of Courage: Paladins are immune to fear, nearby allies gain +4 to fear saves ''(granted at 2nd level)''<br /> * Smite Evil: Once a day Paladins can add their Charisma bonus to his attack roll and Paladin level to damage. (CHR bonus + BAB + level = Smite damage) ''(granted at 2nd level)''<br /> * Turn Undead: Paladins can Turn Undead, like a Cleric 2 levels lower, three times a day plus their Charisma bonus ''(granted at 3rd level)''<br /> * Remove Disease - Once a day, Paladins can cure a companion of disease. ''(granted at 3rd level)''<br /> * Detect Evil'''*''' (see NOTE below)<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> '''Feat progression: Standard'''<br /> * Feats at at 1st, 3rd, 6th, 9th, 12th, 15th, and 18th<br /> * Epic Paladin gets an Epic Paladin feat every 3 levels after 20th, and can choose from the following list:<br /> ** Armor skin, Devestating Critical, Epic Toughness, Epic Weapon Focus, Epic Prowess, Epic Reputation, Great Smiting, Improved Combat Casting, Overwhelming Critical, Perfect Health, Planar Turning (note: prerequisites for these feats apply).<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Paladin Spells:'''&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> ''1st Level spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Bless, Cure Light Wounds, Endure Elements, Protection from Alignment, Resistance, Virtue, Protection from Alignment, Divine Favor, Deafing Clang, Bless weapon, Magic Weapon, Detect Evil, Lionheart'''**'''&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Second Level Spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Aid, Bull's Strength, Eagle Splendor, Remove Paralysis, Resist Elements, Aura of Glory, Clarity of Mind, Divine Protection, Undetectable Alignment'''***'''&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Third Level Spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Cure Moderate Wounds, Dispel Magic, Magic Circle against Alignment, Prayer, Remove Blindness and Deafness, Blessing of Bahamut (gives DR -10/)&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Fourth Level Spells''&lt;br&gt;<br /> * Cure Serious Wounds, Death Ward, Freedom of Movement, Neutralize Poison, Holy Sword<br /> <br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;u&gt;A word regarding spells:&lt;/u&gt; Militant bonuses are halved if the paladin casts &quot;buffs&quot; such as Aid, Bull's Strength and Eagle's Splendor upon him/herself.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> '''*NOTE:''' Please be aware that to gain the Detect Evil ability is only available in Avlis at '''character creation''', it is necessary to have some files installed in your override directory.<br /> <br /> 1) Extract the files cls_feat_pal.2da and feat.2da from your CoPaP1_0Hak. (You can do this with NWHak in your utils directory.)<br /> <br /> 2) Put BOTH those files in your override directory. <br /> <br /> &lt;u&gt;This ONLY works when creating a brand-new paladin.&lt;/u&gt; The bug that requires this workaround makes it so the feat is not written to the bic file of an existing paladin.&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''**NOTE:''' Lionheart grants immunity to fear, touch spell -- but at 4th level, when Paladins get spells, they also get the ability &quot;Aura of Courage&quot;&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''***NOTE:''' Undetectable alignment is worthless--everyone knows Paladins must be LG<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Champion]] ([[O'Ma]], NG)===<br /> Requirements:&lt;br&gt;<br /> Base Attack Bonus (BAB): +7&lt;br&gt;<br /> Feats: Weapon Focus: Short Sword, Skill Focus: Heal, Two Weapon Fighting&lt;br&gt;<br /> Skills: Heal - 5 Ranks&lt;br&gt;<br /> Abilities:&lt;br&gt;<br /> 1st [[NWN:Ambidexterity|Ambidexterity]], Detect Evil, [[Magic:Remove_Fear|Remove Fear]] 1/day&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 2nd [[NWN:Divine Grace|Divine Grace]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 3rd [[Holy_Warrior_Smite|Smite Evil]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 4th [[NWN:Improved_Two-Weapon_Fighting|Improved Two-Weapon Fighting]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 5th [[NWN:Turn_Undead|Turn Undead]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 6th [[NWN:Lay on Hands|Lay on Hands]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 7th [[Magic:Cure_Critical_Wounds|Cure Critical Wounds]] 2/day&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 8th [[NWN:Divine_Wrath|Divine Wrath]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 9th [[NWN:Extra_Smiting|Extra Smiting]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> 10th [[NWN:Divine_shield|Divine Shield]]&lt;BR&gt;<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Champions progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Avenger]] ([[Dru'El]], CG)===<br /> Requirements:&lt;br&gt;<br /> BAB: +7&lt;br&gt;<br /> Feats: Point Blank Shot, Weapon Focus: Longbow. ''Optional:'' Trackless Step (Ranger/Druid Class Feat) or Alertness &lt;br&gt;<br /> Skills: Heal (3 Ranks), Hide (3 Ranks), Move Silently (3 Ranks), Listen (6 ranks) &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> Abilities:&lt;br&gt;<br /> 1st: [[NWN:Divine Grace|Divine Grace]], Detect Evil, Detect Law&lt;br&gt;<br /> 2nd: [[Magic:Remove Fear|Remove Fear]] - 1/day&lt;br&gt;<br /> 3rd: [[Holy Warrior Smite|Smite Evil]], Bonus Feat (choose 1 of [[NWN:Enchant Arrow|Enchant Arrow]], [[NWN:Favored Enemy|Favored Enemy]], [[NWN:Sneak Attack|Sneak Attack]], [[NWN:Extra Smiting|Extra Smiting]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> 4th: [[NWN:Turn undead|Turn Undead]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> 5th: Heal Other (Per Psionic Ability: [[Psychometabolism#Lend_Health|Lend Health]]) - 2/day &lt;br&gt;<br /> 6th: Bonus Feat (choose 1 of [[NWN:Enchant Arrow|Enchant Arrow]], [[NWN:Favored Enemy|Favored Enemy]], [[NWN:Sneak Attack|Sneak Attack]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> 7th: [[Magic:Eagles Splendor|Eagle's Splendor]]&lt;br&gt; <br /> 8th: [[NWN:Divine might|Divine Might]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> 9th: Bonus Feat (choose 1 of [[NWN:Enchant Arrow|Enchant Arrow]], [[NWN:Favored Enemy|Favored Enemy]], [[NWN:Sneak Attack|Sneak Attack]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> 10th: [[NWN:Rogue's cunning|Rogue's Cunning]] - 1/day, [[NWN:Deneir's Eye|Deneir's Eye]]<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Avengers progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Justicar]] ([[Toran]], LN)===<br /> Requirements:&lt;br&gt;<br /> BAB: +7&lt;br&gt;<br /> Feats: Armor Proficiency: Heavy, Weapon Focus: Longsword, Cleave&lt;br&gt;<br /> Skills: Discipline - 8 Ranks&lt;br&gt;<br /> Abilities:&lt;br&gt;<br /> 1st: Detect Chaos 30'&lt;br&gt;<br /> 3rd: Smite Chaos&lt;br&gt;<br /> 3rd: Hold Person&lt;br&gt;<br /> 5th: Remove Blindness/Deafness&lt;br&gt;<br /> 5th: Magic Circle vs. Chaos&lt;br&gt;<br /> 5th: Lay on Hands&lt;br&gt;<br /> 5th: Lay on Harm<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Justicars progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Equalizer]] ([[Mikon]], TN)===<br /> '''Prerequisites:'''<br /> * Base Attack Bonus (BAB): +7<br /> *Alignment: True Neutral<br /> * Deity: [[Mikon]]<br /> <br /> *'''Feats:'''<br /> ** Armor Proficiency: Heavy<br /> ** Weapon Focus: Longsword<br /> ** Combat Casting or Weapon Proficiency (Exotic)<br /> *'''Skills:'''<br /> ** Parry - 4 Ranks<br /> ** Heal - 2 Ranks<br /> ** Taunt - 2 Ranks<br /> <br /> '''Equalizer Class Skills:'''<br /> * Equalizers get 2 Skill Points per level<br /> * Equalizers have access to the following skills: Concentration, Discipline, Heal, Listen, Lore, Parry, Search, Spot, Taunt<br /> <br /> '''Equalizer Class Abilities:'''<br /> *1st: Smite Good, Detect Alignment<br /> *2nd: Smite Evil<br /> *3rd: Divine Grace (Cha bonus to saves)<br /> *4th: Favored Enemy: Outsider (Bonus based on EQ Levels), Turn Undead<br /> *5th: Lay on Hands<br /> *6th: Lay on Harm<br /> *7th: Intensity Attack (+3 to Dex and Con) <br /> *8th: Mikon's (Tymora's) smile (+2 to saving throws for 5 turns. 1/day)<br /> *9th: Divine Wrath (+3 to attack, damage and saves + DR 5/1 for rounds equal to Cha bonus)<br /> *10th: Aura of Protection (a lesser globe of invulnerability for the Equalizer and everyone around him)<br /> <br /> '''Epic Bonus Feats:'''<br /> *Equalizers recieve an epic bonus feat every 3 levels. <br /> <br /> '''Epic Equalizer Progression:''' <br /> *12th: Intensity Attack 2/day <br /> *15th: Improved Intensity Attack 1/day (+6 to Dex and Con) <br /> *18th: Improved Intensity Attack 2/day <br /> *20th: Aura of Protection 2/day <br /> *21st: Superior Intensity Attack 1/day (+9 to Dex and Con) <br /> *24th: Superior Intensity Attack 2/day <br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' <br /> *Equalizers progress in the divine spellcasting class AND arcane spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Confounder]] ([[Forian]], CN)===<br /> '''Prerequisites:'''<br /> * Base Attack Bonus (BAB): +7<br /> * '''Feats:'''<br /> ** Weapon Proficiency: Martial<br /> ** Weapon Focus: Heavy Flail or Weapon Focus: Light Flail<br /> * '''Skills:'''<br /> ** Hide - 5 Ranks<br /> ** Taunt - 5 Ranks<br /> ** Lore - 5 ranks<br /> * Alignment: CN<br /> * Deity: Forian<br /> <br /> *Hit Die: d8<br /> '''Class Skills'''<br /> * Confounders get access to all skills with the exception of the following: Animal Empathy<br /> * Confounders get 4 skill points per level.<br /> <br /> '''Class Proficiencies'''<br /> * Exotic Weapon Proficiency (Received for free at 1st level) <br /> * Simple, Martial, Light, Medium and Heavy Armor<br /> <br /> '''Class Abilities:'''<br /> * 1st: Detect Law 30', Whirling Flail<br /> * 2nd: Touch of Random Mischief 1/day, Protection vs. Law<br /> * 3rd: Divine Grace (per Paladin ability. Charisma to bonuses) <br /> * 4th: Touch of Random Mischief 2/day<br /> * 5th: Smite Law<br /> * 6th: Touch of Random Mischief 3/day<br /> * 7th: Whirlwind Attack<br /> * 8th: Touch of Random Mischief 4/day <br /> * 9th: Improved Whirlwind Attack <br /> * 10th: Touch of Random Mischief 5/day <br /> * Confounders receive an epic bonus feat every 3 levels. In addition to the paladin epic bonus feat list they get the following options at epic:<br /> ** Aura vs. Law (Req: 15 Confounder Level)<br /> ** Summon Slaad (Scales per level)<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Confounders progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Dominator]] ([[Valok]], LE)===<br /> '''Hit Die''': d8<br /> <br /> '''Proficiencies''': [[NWN:Armor Proficiency (Heavy)|Armor Proficiency (Heavy)]], Weapons ([[NWN:Weapon Proficiency (Martial)|Martial]], [[NWN:Weapon Proficiency (Simple)|Simple]])<br /> <br /> '''Skill Points''': 2 + [[NWN:Int|Int]] mod<br /> <br /> '''Skills''': [[NWN:Concentration|Concentration]], [[NWN:Discipline|Discipline]], [[NWN:Intimidate|Intimidate]], [[NWN:Listen|Listen]], [[NWN:Lore|Lore]], [[NWN:Persuade|Persuade]], [[NWN:Search|Search]], [[NWN:Spellcraft|Spellcraft]], [[NWN:Taunt|Taunt]]<br /> <br /> '''Primary Saving Throw(s)''': [[NWN:Will|Will]] &amp; [[NWN:Fortitude|Fortitude]]<br /> <br /> <br /> ''Requirements:''<br /> <br /> '''Deity:''' [[Valok]]<br /> <br /> '''Alignment:''' [[NWN:Lawful_Evil|Lawful Evil]]<br /> <br /> '''Base Attack Bonus (BAB):''' +7<br /> <br /> '''Feats:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Weapon_Focus|Weapon Focus]]: Longsword<br /> * [[NWN:Improved_Knockdown|Improved Knockdown]]<br /> <br /> '''Skills:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Persuade|Persuade]] - 5 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Discipline|Discipline]] - 3 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Listen|Listen]] - 2 Ranks<br /> <br /> <br /> ''Special Abilities &amp; Feats:''<br /> <br /> '''Abilities:'''<br /> <br /> * 1st: [[NWN:Slippery_Mind|Slippery Mind]]<br /> * 2nd: [[NWN:Smite_Good|Smite Good]]<br /> * 3rd: [[NWN:Dark_Blessing|Dark Blessing]]<br /> * 4th: [[NWN:Aura_of_glory|Aura of Glory]], 1x/day. Caster level takes holy warrior levels into account.<br /> * 5th: [[NWN:Turn_undead|Turn Undead]]<br /> * 6th: [[Lay on Harm]], [[NWN:Diamond_Soul|Diamond Soul]], [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] III (SR 16) <br /> * 7th: [[Project Force]]<br /> * 8th: [[NWN:Lesser_spell_breach|Lesser Spell Breach]] 1x/day, [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] IV (SR 18)<br /> * 9th: [[Domination]]<br /> * 10th: [[Valok's Judgment]], [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] V (SR 20)<br /> <br /> '''Feats:''' The Dominator may take the following feats as bonus feats:<br /> * [[NWN:Improved_Spell_Resistance|Improved Spell Resistance]] VI - X<br /> * [[NWN:Great_Charisma|Great Charisma]]<br /> <br /> '''Epic Bonus Feats:''' Dominators receive an epic bonus feat every 3 levels.<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Dominators progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Annihilator]] ([[Aarilax]], NE)===<br /> Requirements:<br /> <br /> '''Base Attack Bonus (BAB):''' +7<br /> <br /> '''Hit Dice:''' d8 (Not d10!)<br /> <br /> '''Skill Points:''' 4+Int per level<br /> <br /> '''Class Skills:''' Bluff, Concentration, Discipline, Hide, Intimidate, Listen, Move Silently, Search, Spot<br /> <br /> '''Feats:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Lightning_Reflexes|Lightning Reflexes]]<br /> * [[NWN:Weapon_proficiency_%28exotic%29|Exotic Weapon Proficiency]] OR [[NWN:Weapon_Focus|Weapon Focus: Halberd]]<br /> '''Skills:'''<br /> * [[NWN:Intimidate|Intimidate]] - 3 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Move_Silently|Move Silently]] - 5 Ranks<br /> * [[NWN:Search|Search]] - 5 Ranks<br /> <br /> '''Base Attack Progression:''' +1/level (as per fighter)<br /> <br /> '''Good Saves:''' Fortitude and Will<br /> <br /> '''Abilities:<br /> *1st: Detect Good 30', [[NWN:Dirty_Fighting|Dirty Fighting]], [[NWN:Ambidexterity|Ambidexterity]]<br /> *2nd: [[NWN:Dark_Blessing|Dark Blessing]]<br /> *3rd: Class Feat (Death Attack, Favored Enemy, Two Weapon Fighting Feats, Divine Might, Divine Shield, Weapon Focus (Scimitar, Halberd, Double Sword), Improved critical(same as weapon focus))<br /> *4th: Lay On Harm<br /> *5th: [[NWN:Turn_Undead|Turn Undead]]<br /> *6th: Class Feat (see level 3)<br /> *7th: Smite Good<br /> *8th: [[NWN:Crippling_Strike|Crippling Strike]] *Note: This ability only works when the Annihilator has at least 1d6 sneak attack damage. Death attack damage does not count.<br /> *9th: Class Feat (See level 3)<br /> *10th: Avatar of Murder (as Psionic Strength of the Land). +3 to attack and damage (magic damage) for 2 rounds per Annihilator level.<br /> <br /> '''Spellcasting Progression:''' Annihilators progress in the divine spellcasting class they previously had (if any) at a rate of 1/2 per level.<br /> <br /> '''Epic Abilities'''<br /> Annhilators of level 11 and higher continue to get bonus feats at level 13, 16, 19, 22, 25, and 28.<br /> <br /> Epic Bonus Feats Include: Divine Might, Divine Shield, Weapon Focus (Halbred, Two Bladed Sword, Scimitar), Improved Critical (Halbred, Two Bladed Sword, Scimitar), Great Charisma, Epic Prowess, Armor Skin, Aspect of the Serpent (Annhilator only; 16 Annihilator levels req'd), Epic Weapon Focus (Same weapons as Weapon Focus), Two Weapon Fighting, Improved 2 Weapon Fighting, Death Attack+1d6, or Favored Enemy.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> ===[[Blackguard]] ([[Maleki]], CE)===<br /> Requirements: same as always, plus alignment = CE&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> # Level 1 Use Poison<br /> # Level 2 Bull's Strength, Dark Blessing, Smite Good<br /> # Level 3 Create Undead, Turn undead<br /> # Level 4 Sneak Attack, Blackguard (+1d6)<br /> # Level 5 Summon Fiend<br /> # Level 6 Inflict Serious Wounds<br /> # Level 7 Contagion, Sneak Attack, Blackguard (+2d6)<br /> # Level 8 Inflict Critical Wounds<br /> # Level 10 Sneak Attack, Blackguard (+3d6)<br /> <br /> ==See Also==<br /> [[Wikipedia:Prestige class]], [[Holy_Warriors]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild:Order_of_Gorethar&diff=25301 2007-06-08T16:12:18Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Notable Members of the Order */ updated</p> <hr /> <div>{{HolyOrder}}<br /> == [[Image:Gorethar.jpg|120px|Gorethar Holy Symbol]]&lt;br&gt; '''Order of Gorethar''' ==<br /> <br /> The Order of Gorethar is a religious order. As such, those seeking membership MUST be [[Alignment#Lawful Good|Lawful Good]] and worshipers of [[Gorethar]].&lt;p&gt;<br /> <br /> '''Guild Leader:''' [[PCs:Aspen Stormcat|Aspen Stormcat]], High Paladin&lt;br&gt; <br /> &lt;br&gt; '''Guild Officers:''' &lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Thror Stormhammer|Thror Stormhammer]], Advisor to the Order, Arch Paladin&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Kharak_Hammerstar|Kharak Hammerstar]], &quot;Hammer of Gorethar&quot;, Battlemaster, Cleric in Residence [[Deglos]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> Carek Smith, Advisor to the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Vastan Thenald]], Blessed Head Cleric&lt;br&gt;<br /> Zahn Reyer, Quartermaster&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]], Cleric in Residence [[Elysia]], Recruiter, Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> Trenton Renil, Assistant Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Dravenmore|Edge Dravenmore]], Assistant Quartermaster, Cleric in Residence [[Mikona]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Losin Rockhands|Losin Rockhands]], Recruiter&lt;br&gt;<br /> Sapphire Moon~Yana, Recruiter, Director of Alchemical Supplies&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kale Allonar, Treasurer, Cleric in Residence [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kili Paltik, Regional Crafting Assistant [[Ferrell]], Cleric in Residence [[Ferrell]]&lt;br&gt; <br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''DM Sponsors:''' spool32, wolfwielder<br /> <br /> == General Information: ==<br /> <br /> '''''Base of operations:'''''<br /> Fortress of Light in [[Deglos]]. We also have a Hostel in [[Elysia]], a Chaplet in [[Mikona]], a Chaplet in [[Le'Or T'Nanshi|Le'Or]], a Chaplet in [[Visimontium]], and a Watchtower in [[Ferrell]].<br /> <br /> <br /> '''''How to contact us:'''''<br /> Recruiters are &lt;b&gt;[[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]]&lt;/b&gt; in [[Elysia]] ([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?andmode=post&amp;u=10159 PM]), &lt;b&gt;Sapphire Moon-Yana&lt;/b&gt; for [[Elysia]]/[[T'Nanshi]] ([http://www.blackdagger.com/privmsg.php?mode=post&amp;u=10838 PM]), &lt;b&gt;Losin Rockhands,&lt;/b&gt; [[Deglos]] ([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?mode=post&amp;u=12082 PM]), &lt;b&gt;Sylux Raynes,&lt;/b&gt; [[Mikona]] ([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?mode=post&amp;u=14925 PM]), and &lt;b&gt;Toadyx Aurelianus&lt;/b&gt; in [[Elysia]] ([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?mode=post&amp;u=13859 PM]). However, speak to any member, and you will be pointed in the right direction. The Ordained wear silver and gold armor with blue capes, with either silver or gold edging. Initiates wear distinctive blue and gold armor with star-marked shoulder plates. Feel free to either send a letter or post a notice in the taverns in one of the above cities (though our most active bases are still [[Mikona]] and [[Elysia]]). ((Private messages via the forums is one of the best ways to set up a meeting--click on links above)). <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''What we do:'''''<br /> The Order is dedicated to following [[Gorethar|Gorethar's]] teachings, upholding the law, and stamping out evil and chaos where ever it is found.<br /> <br /> '''''What to expect:'''''<br /> The Order of Gorethar is noted for excellent battle training, training in crafting, and leadership. The Order often organizes expeditions to destroy undead, participates in city defense, law enforcement, rescues, and other quests. <br /> <br /> <br /> '''&lt;u&gt;OOC Info:&lt;/u&gt;'''<br /> ''The Order of Gorethar is one of the oldest player run groups in Avlis, and we're still going strong, with 30+ active members, and over a hundred retired ones, almost all of whom have impacted Avlissan history in some fashion. The Order is one of the closest knit groups in the game, and though one of the hardest to get to full membership, there is a lot of great RP along the way with a super bunch of players and interesting characters. Any class of character is welcome, as long as the character is lawful good, and worships Gorethar.''<br /> <br /> == History and Origins of the Order ==<br /> <br /> Lord '''Vian Valorian''', heir to the [[Valorian]] fief in the [[Kurathene]] Empire, is a paladin of Gorethar, and as such, under the divine guidance of that God. Gorethar sent Lord Vian to southern Avlis on a mission, though he was unsure of what exactly his God wished—unsure, until he came to the city of [[Mikona]] in [[M%27Chek]]. He found that the city was in need of order, and crime was rampant. After prayer, Gorethar directed Vian’s path to the creation of the Order of Gorethar, with Lord Vian at its head as Arch Paladin. Gorethar brought together the people who would become the founding members of the Order, including the man who Vian chose to be the first High Paladin, '''Kaelyn McCaddor'''—perhaps one of the most well-known of the Order’s leaders. Others in this select group included the dwarf '''Kharak Hammerstar''', the Order’s first BattleMaster; '''Jorio Alerian''', cleric in residence of [[Mikona]], who went on to become the first Blessed High Cleric of the Order. There was also Lady Elyn, Kern of Gort, Durenunde, the bard '''Hargas Steelhead''', Drakken Talby, and '''Gloknall Heartcrusher'''. <br /> <br /> At first this group of Gorethar’s followers merely had similar goals—but as they came to know each other, those goals solidified, and the group began to work together to follow Gorethar’s path, under the capable leadership of McCaddor and Valorian. The Order really came into full being on January the 19th in the Winter of 2072, when the ''Council of the Faithful'' in Galdos recognized the Order, and gave its blessing and its charter to the Order of Gorethar. In May of 2073, the majority of the Order’s rankings and policies were set forth by the Arch Paladin, although the ranks of adherent and aspirant came much later, as the Order grew. Under the watchful stare of Lord Vian and the guidance of Kaelyn MacCaddor, the Order prospered, and the BattleMaster began to create many of our formation tactics, which are still used in the present day. At this time The Order was technically headquartered in [[Elysia]], though many of the Order chose to live in Mikona (as opposed to the current location in the Fortress of Light, in [[Deglos]], but this was because Elysia had the only fully dedicated temple to the BattleLord in southern Avlis at the time. Gorethar’s only representation in M'Chek was Brother Garlack, who had a small shrine in the Temple District in [[Mikona]]. Today, however, a full Temple to Gorethar stands there). At this early period in the Order’s history, the responsibility of law enforcement in Mikona was granted to the Order of Gorethar by the Noble and Common Houses of [[M%27Chek]] government. However, some say that the Order’s enforcement of the law was too aggressive, and eventually the duties of law enforcement was given over to the [[Guild:_Sword_of_Toran|Sword of Toran]] in January of 2084. The formal proclamation cited that the Sword was more in keeping of the ideals of the City’s government, and the teachings of Mikon.<br /> <br /> The Order of Gorethar is noted in history for its participation in the defeat of many foes of law and the greater good, including The Legion of Darkness, Nastassiou, The Mistress, The Coven of Seven, the Vortex of Chaos, the vampyre Lanessa, the lich Sorvanok, and the evil being known only as the Gentleman. Many of the Order of Gorethar’s members have distinguished themselves in the destruction of evil across the face of Avlis, in its long and noble history, including defending [[Mikona]] against dragons and Sereg', defense of the City of [[Elysia]] during the Second Fairy War, restoration of the Dwarven Quarters in [[Mikona]], guarding the people during the Great Migration from [[M%27Chek]] to [[Visimontium]], and the closing of the Rift in [[Ferrell]]. The Order has also helped in other endeavors, including working at and donations to the Shelter of Hope in [[Mikona]], providing scrolls and healing supplies during the plague that struck southern Avlis, and guarding shipments of food and other supplies to areas devastated during the [[M%27Chek-T%27Nanshi_War|M'Chek-T'Nanshi]] war.<br /> <br /> == Ranks and Advancement ==<br /> [[Image:Armor_examples.jpg|135px|thumb|Ordained and Initiates guarding Zevlan Dur]]<br /> [[Image:Ordination_ceremony.jpg|135px|thumb|An Ordination Ceremony]] <br /> There are a number of ranks in the Order of Gorethar. Those seeking membership must be accepted as probationers, and from there they can advance through a series of ranks until they reach junior membership, and then full membership. Advancement is NOT fast, though often it is steady, if one is an active participant in the Order.<br /> <br /> '''Rank Names, in ascending order:'''<br /> <br /> :Adherent (probationer)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Aspirant (novice member)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Inititate (junior member)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Ordained (full member)&lt;br&gt;<br /> :High Ordained (required for senior positions)&lt;br&gt;<br /> :Blessed&lt;br&gt;<br /> :Holy&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> == Virtues of Gorethar, as adhered to by the Order ==<br /> <br /> <br /> :*'''Justice:''' The law is to be upheld, but it is a tool to create conditions that allow everyone to live together without harm. Gorethar’s followers are expected to understand the spirit of the law, and apply it. Where the law is clear, and harms none, or even where it does not necessarily benefit all, those who follow Gorethar will uphold the law, and strive to make sure that punishment is given to those who break it. Justice is to be administered with mercy, and law applied with compassion. If a law is obviously unjust, then followers of Gorethar strive to change it from within. “First there is Justice, then reconciliation, then restitution, and finally, retribution.&quot;<br /> <br /> :*'''Vigilance:''' Those that follow Gorethar must ever be on the watch for evil, and fight to eradicate evil from the face of the earth. Undead and demon-kind are especially repugnant to Gorethar. Evil can also take the form of compelling others to do someone else’s will; slavery is something no one who follows Gorethar would condone. One also has the obligation to be watchful, and protect and succor those that cannot defend themselves. We strive to stand between those that are in danger and the evil that threatens them.<br /> <br /> :*'''Diligence:''' Planning, and the ability to follow through on plans and decisions is a prized trait. Worshippers of Gorethar strive for attentiveness in their work, steady and consistent effort, and being heedful of directions or orders. <br /> <br /> :*'''Fidelity:''' The unfailing fulfillment of one’s duties, obligations and strict adherence to vows and oaths is part of Gorethar’s tenets. Oath-breaking is taken extremely seriously, and punished harshly.<br /> <br /> :*'''Industriousness:''' Gorethar created the dwarves for a reason, and is one of the Gods of crafting. By crafting, one honors Gorethar by avoiding idleness and sloth, and creation is revered, for it brings order out of chaos.<br /> <br /> :*'''Temperance:''' Moderation and self-restraint helps one to be diligent and faithful. Overindulgence is to be avoided, as it tends to lead to chaotic behavior. This also applies to justice-- we must be leary of hurting innocents in our pursuit of evil, and exercise restaint in our efforts to smite evil, so that we do not inadvertantly kill those we are expected to protect.<br /> <br /> :*'''Prowess:''' Gorethar is the BattleLord for a reason. Effort is made to learn weapon work, strategy and tactics. The more weapons one can wield well, the greater one’s skill in battle, the greater one shows their devotion to Him. One should always strive to be able to defend others, and oneself, and fight against evil. <br /> <br /> :*'''Leadership:''' Followers of Gorethar, and especially in His Orders, are expected to be able to inspire others, guide them in the proper course and behaviors, and command in battle. This requires discipline, charisma, training, knowledge of formations, tactics, and strategy. Those who can also model proper behaviors (such as being orderly, courteous, diligent, faithful, just, etc.), be inspirational in word and deed are looked upon highly.<br /> <br /> == Notable Members of the Order ==<br /> Vian Valorian, Arch Paladin of the Order, Lord of [[Valorian]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> '''''High Ordained''''' &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> [[PCs:Kaelyn_MacCaddor|Kaelyn MacCaddor]], High Paladin - retired &lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Kharak_Hammerstar|Kharak Hammerstar]], &quot;Hammer of Gorethar&quot;, Battlemaster, Cleric in Residence [[Deglos]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Jorio_Alerian|Jorio Alerian]], Blessed Head Cleric, Cleric in Residence Deglos, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Durenunde, Blessed, deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Allana Kalene, Senechal, Cleric in residence, Galdos, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan Lyonsen]], High Paladin, retired - Advisor to the Order, Blessed -- deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Loranna Anduriel, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan Kir]], Advisor to the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Carek Smith, Former High Paladin, Advisor to the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Thror Stormhammer|Thror Stormhammer]], Former High Paladin - Arch Paladin of the Order, Advisor to the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tanmar Stronghammer, Blessed Head Cleric - Order Armorer, deceased&lt;br&gt; <br /> [[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Vastan Thenald]], Head Cleric&lt;br&gt; <br /> Zahn Reyer - Quartermaster&lt;br&gt; <br /> Tyrius Rune - Archmage of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aspen Stormcat|Aspen Stormcat]], High Paladin&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]], Recruiter - Director of Outside Relations - Cleric in Residence, [[Elysia]]&lt;br&gt; <br /> <br /> '''''Ordained'''''&lt;br&gt; <br /> Feeb Ironfist, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Grano_Goodman|Grano Goodman]] - Cleric in Residence - Elysia, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> Kern of Gort, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hargas_Steelhead|Hargas Steelhead]], Poet of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aramil_Fynn|Aramil Fynn]], first Archmage of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Gloknall Heartcrusher, retired &lt;br&gt;<br /> Lelik Hollyden, Recruiter, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Halia Stonefire, Director of Alchemical Supplies - Cleric in Residence Ferrell, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> Herich Swift, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Terra Earthkin|Terra Earthkin]], battlemage, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> [[PCs:Dravenmore|Edge Dravenmore]], Assistant Quartermaster, Cleric in Residence, [[Mikona]]&lt;br&gt; <br /> Trenton Renil, Assistant Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> Willian Patson, Recruiter, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Sapphire Moon~Yana, Director of Alchemical Supplies, Recruiter. mage of the White Order of the Light&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kili Paltik, Cleric in Residence, [[Ferrell]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kale Allonar, Cleric in Residence, [[LeOr|Le'Or]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Initiates'''''&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kaegen Clovenhelm, deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tharin Ironboard, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Mouse Hammerpaw, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Cord Willan, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Aria Ashby, battlemage, mage of the White Order of the Light, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Belevren_Graniteanvil|Belevrin Graniteanvil]], deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Sylux Raynes, battlemage, Commander of National Defense-M'Chek Guards, Great Magus of Arms-White Order of the Light<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Guilds|OrderofGorethar]]<br /> [[Category:Religious Orders|OrderofGorethar]]<br /> [[Category:HolyOrders:Greater|Order of Gorethar]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild:Order_of_Gorethar&diff=25300 2007-06-08T16:05:30Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* General Information: */ updated recruiters</p> <hr /> <div>{{HolyOrder}}<br /> == [[Image:Gorethar.jpg|120px|Gorethar Holy Symbol]]&lt;br&gt; '''Order of Gorethar''' ==<br /> <br /> The Order of Gorethar is a religious order. As such, those seeking membership MUST be [[Alignment#Lawful Good|Lawful Good]] and worshipers of [[Gorethar]].&lt;p&gt;<br /> <br /> '''Guild Leader:''' [[PCs:Aspen Stormcat|Aspen Stormcat]], High Paladin&lt;br&gt; <br /> &lt;br&gt; '''Guild Officers:''' &lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Thror Stormhammer|Thror Stormhammer]], Advisor to the Order, Arch Paladin&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Kharak_Hammerstar|Kharak Hammerstar]], &quot;Hammer of Gorethar&quot;, Battlemaster, Cleric in Residence [[Deglos]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> Carek Smith, Advisor to the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Vastan Thenald]], Blessed Head Cleric&lt;br&gt;<br /> Zahn Reyer, Quartermaster&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]], Cleric in Residence [[Elysia]], Recruiter, Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> Trenton Renil, Assistant Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Dravenmore|Edge Dravenmore]], Assistant Quartermaster, Cleric in Residence [[Mikona]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Losin Rockhands|Losin Rockhands]], Recruiter&lt;br&gt;<br /> Sapphire Moon~Yana, Recruiter, Director of Alchemical Supplies&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kale Allonar, Treasurer, Cleric in Residence [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kili Paltik, Regional Crafting Assistant [[Ferrell]], Cleric in Residence [[Ferrell]]&lt;br&gt; <br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''DM Sponsors:''' spool32, wolfwielder<br /> <br /> == General Information: ==<br /> <br /> '''''Base of operations:'''''<br /> Fortress of Light in [[Deglos]]. We also have a Hostel in [[Elysia]], a Chaplet in [[Mikona]], a Chaplet in [[Le'Or T'Nanshi|Le'Or]], a Chaplet in [[Visimontium]], and a Watchtower in [[Ferrell]].<br /> <br /> <br /> '''''How to contact us:'''''<br /> Recruiters are &lt;b&gt;[[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]]&lt;/b&gt; in [[Elysia]] ([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?andmode=post&amp;u=10159 PM]), &lt;b&gt;Sapphire Moon-Yana&lt;/b&gt; for [[Elysia]]/[[T'Nanshi]] ([http://www.blackdagger.com/privmsg.php?mode=post&amp;u=10838 PM]), &lt;b&gt;Losin Rockhands,&lt;/b&gt; [[Deglos]] ([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?mode=post&amp;u=12082 PM]), &lt;b&gt;Sylux Raynes,&lt;/b&gt; [[Mikona]] ([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?mode=post&amp;u=14925 PM]), and &lt;b&gt;Toadyx Aurelianus&lt;/b&gt; in [[Elysia]] ([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?mode=post&amp;u=13859 PM]). However, speak to any member, and you will be pointed in the right direction. The Ordained wear silver and gold armor with blue capes, with either silver or gold edging. Initiates wear distinctive blue and gold armor with star-marked shoulder plates. Feel free to either send a letter or post a notice in the taverns in one of the above cities (though our most active bases are still [[Mikona]] and [[Elysia]]). ((Private messages via the forums is one of the best ways to set up a meeting--click on links above)). <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''What we do:'''''<br /> The Order is dedicated to following [[Gorethar|Gorethar's]] teachings, upholding the law, and stamping out evil and chaos where ever it is found.<br /> <br /> '''''What to expect:'''''<br /> The Order of Gorethar is noted for excellent battle training, training in crafting, and leadership. The Order often organizes expeditions to destroy undead, participates in city defense, law enforcement, rescues, and other quests. <br /> <br /> <br /> '''&lt;u&gt;OOC Info:&lt;/u&gt;'''<br /> ''The Order of Gorethar is one of the oldest player run groups in Avlis, and we're still going strong, with 30+ active members, and over a hundred retired ones, almost all of whom have impacted Avlissan history in some fashion. The Order is one of the closest knit groups in the game, and though one of the hardest to get to full membership, there is a lot of great RP along the way with a super bunch of players and interesting characters. Any class of character is welcome, as long as the character is lawful good, and worships Gorethar.''<br /> <br /> == History and Origins of the Order ==<br /> <br /> Lord '''Vian Valorian''', heir to the [[Valorian]] fief in the [[Kurathene]] Empire, is a paladin of Gorethar, and as such, under the divine guidance of that God. Gorethar sent Lord Vian to southern Avlis on a mission, though he was unsure of what exactly his God wished—unsure, until he came to the city of [[Mikona]] in [[M%27Chek]]. He found that the city was in need of order, and crime was rampant. After prayer, Gorethar directed Vian’s path to the creation of the Order of Gorethar, with Lord Vian at its head as Arch Paladin. Gorethar brought together the people who would become the founding members of the Order, including the man who Vian chose to be the first High Paladin, '''Kaelyn McCaddor'''—perhaps one of the most well-known of the Order’s leaders. Others in this select group included the dwarf '''Kharak Hammerstar''', the Order’s first BattleMaster; '''Jorio Alerian''', cleric in residence of [[Mikona]], who went on to become the first Blessed High Cleric of the Order. There was also Lady Elyn, Kern of Gort, Durenunde, the bard '''Hargas Steelhead''', Drakken Talby, and '''Gloknall Heartcrusher'''. <br /> <br /> At first this group of Gorethar’s followers merely had similar goals—but as they came to know each other, those goals solidified, and the group began to work together to follow Gorethar’s path, under the capable leadership of McCaddor and Valorian. The Order really came into full being on January the 19th in the Winter of 2072, when the ''Council of the Faithful'' in Galdos recognized the Order, and gave its blessing and its charter to the Order of Gorethar. In May of 2073, the majority of the Order’s rankings and policies were set forth by the Arch Paladin, although the ranks of adherent and aspirant came much later, as the Order grew. Under the watchful stare of Lord Vian and the guidance of Kaelyn MacCaddor, the Order prospered, and the BattleMaster began to create many of our formation tactics, which are still used in the present day. At this time The Order was technically headquartered in [[Elysia]], though many of the Order chose to live in Mikona (as opposed to the current location in the Fortress of Light, in [[Deglos]], but this was because Elysia had the only fully dedicated temple to the BattleLord in southern Avlis at the time. Gorethar’s only representation in M'Chek was Brother Garlack, who had a small shrine in the Temple District in [[Mikona]]. Today, however, a full Temple to Gorethar stands there). At this early period in the Order’s history, the responsibility of law enforcement in Mikona was granted to the Order of Gorethar by the Noble and Common Houses of [[M%27Chek]] government. However, some say that the Order’s enforcement of the law was too aggressive, and eventually the duties of law enforcement was given over to the [[Guild:_Sword_of_Toran|Sword of Toran]] in January of 2084. The formal proclamation cited that the Sword was more in keeping of the ideals of the City’s government, and the teachings of Mikon.<br /> <br /> The Order of Gorethar is noted in history for its participation in the defeat of many foes of law and the greater good, including The Legion of Darkness, Nastassiou, The Mistress, The Coven of Seven, the Vortex of Chaos, the vampyre Lanessa, the lich Sorvanok, and the evil being known only as the Gentleman. Many of the Order of Gorethar’s members have distinguished themselves in the destruction of evil across the face of Avlis, in its long and noble history, including defending [[Mikona]] against dragons and Sereg', defense of the City of [[Elysia]] during the Second Fairy War, restoration of the Dwarven Quarters in [[Mikona]], guarding the people during the Great Migration from [[M%27Chek]] to [[Visimontium]], and the closing of the Rift in [[Ferrell]]. The Order has also helped in other endeavors, including working at and donations to the Shelter of Hope in [[Mikona]], providing scrolls and healing supplies during the plague that struck southern Avlis, and guarding shipments of food and other supplies to areas devastated during the [[M%27Chek-T%27Nanshi_War|M'Chek-T'Nanshi]] war.<br /> <br /> == Ranks and Advancement ==<br /> [[Image:Armor_examples.jpg|135px|thumb|Ordained and Initiates guarding Zevlan Dur]]<br /> [[Image:Ordination_ceremony.jpg|135px|thumb|An Ordination Ceremony]] <br /> There are a number of ranks in the Order of Gorethar. Those seeking membership must be accepted as probationers, and from there they can advance through a series of ranks until they reach junior membership, and then full membership. Advancement is NOT fast, though often it is steady, if one is an active participant in the Order.<br /> <br /> '''Rank Names, in ascending order:'''<br /> <br /> :Adherent (probationer)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Aspirant (novice member)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Inititate (junior member)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Ordained (full member)&lt;br&gt;<br /> :High Ordained (required for senior positions)&lt;br&gt;<br /> :Blessed&lt;br&gt;<br /> :Holy&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> == Virtues of Gorethar, as adhered to by the Order ==<br /> <br /> <br /> :*'''Justice:''' The law is to be upheld, but it is a tool to create conditions that allow everyone to live together without harm. Gorethar’s followers are expected to understand the spirit of the law, and apply it. Where the law is clear, and harms none, or even where it does not necessarily benefit all, those who follow Gorethar will uphold the law, and strive to make sure that punishment is given to those who break it. Justice is to be administered with mercy, and law applied with compassion. If a law is obviously unjust, then followers of Gorethar strive to change it from within. “First there is Justice, then reconciliation, then restitution, and finally, retribution.&quot;<br /> <br /> :*'''Vigilance:''' Those that follow Gorethar must ever be on the watch for evil, and fight to eradicate evil from the face of the earth. Undead and demon-kind are especially repugnant to Gorethar. Evil can also take the form of compelling others to do someone else’s will; slavery is something no one who follows Gorethar would condone. One also has the obligation to be watchful, and protect and succor those that cannot defend themselves. We strive to stand between those that are in danger and the evil that threatens them.<br /> <br /> :*'''Diligence:''' Planning, and the ability to follow through on plans and decisions is a prized trait. Worshippers of Gorethar strive for attentiveness in their work, steady and consistent effort, and being heedful of directions or orders. <br /> <br /> :*'''Fidelity:''' The unfailing fulfillment of one’s duties, obligations and strict adherence to vows and oaths is part of Gorethar’s tenets. Oath-breaking is taken extremely seriously, and punished harshly.<br /> <br /> :*'''Industriousness:''' Gorethar created the dwarves for a reason, and is one of the Gods of crafting. By crafting, one honors Gorethar by avoiding idleness and sloth, and creation is revered, for it brings order out of chaos.<br /> <br /> :*'''Temperance:''' Moderation and self-restraint helps one to be diligent and faithful. Overindulgence is to be avoided, as it tends to lead to chaotic behavior. This also applies to justice-- we must be leary of hurting innocents in our pursuit of evil, and exercise restaint in our efforts to smite evil, so that we do not inadvertantly kill those we are expected to protect.<br /> <br /> :*'''Prowess:''' Gorethar is the BattleLord for a reason. Effort is made to learn weapon work, strategy and tactics. The more weapons one can wield well, the greater one’s skill in battle, the greater one shows their devotion to Him. One should always strive to be able to defend others, and oneself, and fight against evil. <br /> <br /> :*'''Leadership:''' Followers of Gorethar, and especially in His Orders, are expected to be able to inspire others, guide them in the proper course and behaviors, and command in battle. This requires discipline, charisma, training, knowledge of formations, tactics, and strategy. Those who can also model proper behaviors (such as being orderly, courteous, diligent, faithful, just, etc.), be inspirational in word and deed are looked upon highly.<br /> <br /> == Notable Members of the Order ==<br /> Vian Valorian, Arch Paladin of the Order, Lord of [[Valorian]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> '''''High Ordained''''' &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> [[PCs:Kaelyn_MacCaddor|Kaelyn MacCaddor]], High Paladin - retired &lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Kharak_Hammerstar|Kharak Hammerstar]], &quot;Hammer of Gorethar&quot;, Battlemaster, Cleric in Residence [[Deglos]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Jorio_Alerian|Jorio Alerian]], Blessed Head Cleric, Cleric in Residence Deglos, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Durenunde, Blessed, deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Allana Kalene, Senechal, Cleric in residence, Galdos, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan Lyonsen]], High Paladin, retired - Advisor to the Order, Blessed -- deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Loranna Anduriel, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan Kir]], Advisor to the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Carek Smith, Former High Paladin, Advisor to the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Thror Stormhammer|Thror Stormhammer]], Former High Paladin - Arch Paladin of the Order, Advisor to the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tanmar Stronghammer, Blessed Head Cleric - Order Armorer, deceased&lt;br&gt; <br /> [[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Vastan Thenald]], Head Cleric&lt;br&gt; <br /> Zahn Reyer - Quartermaster&lt;br&gt; <br /> Tyrius Rune - Archmage of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aspen Stormcat|Aspen Stormcat]], High Paladin&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]], Recruiter - Director of Outside Relations - Cleric in Residence, [[Elysia]]&lt;br&gt; <br /> <br /> '''''Ordained'''''&lt;br&gt; <br /> Feeb Ironfist, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Grano_Goodman|Grano Goodman]] - Cleric in Residence - Elysia, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> Kern of Gort, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hargas_Steelhead|Hargas Steelhead]], Poet of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aramil_Fynn|Aramil Fynn]], first Archmage of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Gloknall Heartcrusher, retired &lt;br&gt;<br /> Lelik Hollyden, Recruiter, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Halia Stonefire, Director of Alchemical Supplies - Cleric in Residence Ferrell, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> Herich Swift, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Terra Earthkin|Terra Earthkin]], battlemage, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> [[PCs:Dravenmore|Edge Dravenmore]], Assistant Quartermaster, Cleric in Residence, [[Mikona]]&lt;br&gt; <br /> Trenton Renil, Assistant Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> Willian Patson, Recruiter, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Sapphire Moon~Yana, Director of Alchemical Studies, Recruiter&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kili Paltik, Cleric in Residence, [[Ferrell]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kale Allonar, Cleric in Residence, [[LeOr|Le'Or]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Initiates'''''&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kaegen Clovenhelm, deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tharin Ironboard, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Mouse Hammerpaw, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Cord Willan, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Aria Ashby, battlemage, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Belevren_Graniteanvil|Belevrin Graniteanvil]], deceased<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Guilds|OrderofGorethar]]<br /> [[Category:Religious Orders|OrderofGorethar]]<br /> [[Category:HolyOrders:Greater|Order of Gorethar]]</div>

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<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Notable Members of the Order */</p> <hr /> <div>{{HolyOrder}}<br /> == [[Image:Gorethar.jpg|120px|Gorethar Holy Symbol]]&lt;br&gt; '''Order of Gorethar''' ==<br /> <br /> The Order of Gorethar is a religious order. As such, those seeking membership MUST be [[Alignment#Lawful Good|Lawful Good]] and worshipers of [[Gorethar]].&lt;p&gt;<br /> <br /> '''Guild Leader:''' [[PCs:Aspen Stormcat|Aspen Stormcat]], High Paladin&lt;br&gt; <br /> &lt;br&gt; '''Guild Officers:''' &lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Thror Stormhammer|Thror Stormhammer]], Advisor to the Order, Arch Paladin&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Kharak_Hammerstar|Kharak Hammerstar]], &quot;Hammer of Gorethar&quot;, Battlemaster, Cleric in Residence [[Deglos]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> Carek Smith, Advisor to the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Vastan Thenald]], Blessed Head Cleric&lt;br&gt;<br /> Zahn Reyer, Quartermaster&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]], Cleric in Residence [[Elysia]], Recruiter, Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> Trenton Renil, Assistant Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Dravenmore|Edge Dravenmore]], Assistant Quartermaster, Cleric in Residence [[Mikona]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Losin Rockhands|Losin Rockhands]], Recruiter&lt;br&gt;<br /> Sapphire Moon~Yana, Recruiter, Director of Alchemical Supplies&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kale Allonar, Treasurer, Cleric in Residence [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kili Paltik, Regional Crafting Assistant [[Ferrell]], Cleric in Residence [[Ferrell]]&lt;br&gt; <br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''DM Sponsors:''' spool32, wolfwielder<br /> <br /> == General Information: ==<br /> <br /> '''''Base of operations:'''''<br /> Fortress of Light in [[Deglos]]. We also have a Hostel in [[Elysia]], a Chaplet in [[Mikona]], a Chaplet in [[Le'Or T'Nanshi|Le'Or]], a Chaplet in [[Visimontium]], and a Watchtower in [[Ferrell]].<br /> <br /> <br /> '''''How to contact us:'''''<br /> Recruiters are &lt;b&gt;[[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]]&lt;/b&gt; in [[Elysia]] ([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?andmode=post&amp;u=10159 PM]), &lt;b&gt;Sapphire Moon-Yana&lt;/b&gt; [[Elysia]] / [[T'Nanshi]], &lt;b&gt;Losin Rockhands,&lt;/b&gt; [[Deglos]], &lt;b&gt;Sylux Raynes,&lt;/b&gt; [[Mikona]], and &lt;b&gt;Toadyx Aurenlinis&lt;/b&gt; in [[Elysia]]. However, speak to any member, and you will be pointed in the right direction. The Ordained wear silver and gold armor with blue capes, with either silver or gold edging. Initiates wear distinctive blue and gold armor with star-marked shoulder plates. Feel free to either send a letter or post a notice in the taverns in one of the above cities (though our most active bases are still [[Mikona]] and [[Elysia]]). ((Private messages via the forums is one of the best ways to set up a meeting)). <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''What we do:'''''<br /> The Order is dedicated to following [[Gorethar|Gorethar's]] teachings, upholding the law, and stamping out evil and chaos where ever it is found.<br /> <br /> '''''What to expect:'''''<br /> The Order of Gorethar is noted for excellent battle training, training in crafting, and leadership. The Order often organizes expeditions to destroy undead, participates in city defense, law enforcement, rescues, and other quests. <br /> <br /> <br /> '''&lt;u&gt;OOC Info:&lt;/u&gt;'''<br /> ''The Order of Gorethar is one of the oldest player run groups in Avlis, and we're still going strong, with 30+ active members, and over a hundred retired ones, almost all of whom have impacted Avlissan history in some fashion. The Order is one of the closest knit groups in the game, and though one of the hardest to get to full membership, there is a lot of great RP along the way with a super bunch of players and interesting characters. Any class of character is welcome, as long as the character is lawful good, and worships Gorethar.''<br /> <br /> == History and Origins of the Order ==<br /> <br /> Lord '''Vian Valorian''', heir to the [[Valorian]] fief in the [[Kurathene]] Empire, is a paladin of Gorethar, and as such, under the divine guidance of that God. Gorethar sent Lord Vian to southern Avlis on a mission, though he was unsure of what exactly his God wished—unsure, until he came to the city of [[Mikona]] in [[M%27Chek]]. He found that the city was in need of order, and crime was rampant. After prayer, Gorethar directed Vian’s path to the creation of the Order of Gorethar, with Lord Vian at its head as Arch Paladin. Gorethar brought together the people who would become the founding members of the Order, including the man who Vian chose to be the first High Paladin, '''Kaelyn McCaddor'''—perhaps one of the most well-known of the Order’s leaders. Others in this select group included the dwarf '''Kharak Hammerstar''', the Order’s first BattleMaster; '''Jorio Alerian''', cleric in residence of [[Mikona]], who went on to become the first Blessed High Cleric of the Order. There was also Lady Elyn, Kern of Gort, Durenunde, the bard '''Hargas Steelhead''', Drakken Talby, and '''Gloknall Heartcrusher'''. <br /> <br /> At first this group of Gorethar’s followers merely had similar goals—but as they came to know each other, those goals solidified, and the group began to work together to follow Gorethar’s path, under the capable leadership of McCaddor and Valorian. The Order really came into full being on January the 19th in the Winter of 2072, when the ''Council of the Faithful'' in Galdos recognized the Order, and gave its blessing and its charter to the Order of Gorethar. In May of 2073, the majority of the Order’s rankings and policies were set forth by the Arch Paladin, although the ranks of adherent and aspirant came much later, as the Order grew. Under the watchful stare of Lord Vian and the guidance of Kaelyn MacCaddor, the Order prospered, and the BattleMaster began to create many of our formation tactics, which are still used in the present day. At this time The Order was technically headquartered in [[Elysia]], though many of the Order chose to live in Mikona (as opposed to the current location in the Fortress of Light, in [[Deglos]], but this was because Elysia had the only fully dedicated temple to the BattleLord in southern Avlis at the time. Gorethar’s only representation in M'Chek was Brother Garlack, who had a small shrine in the Temple District in [[Mikona]]. Today, however, a full Temple to Gorethar stands there). At this early period in the Order’s history, the responsibility of law enforcement in Mikona was granted to the Order of Gorethar by the Noble and Common Houses of [[M%27Chek]] government. However, some say that the Order’s enforcement of the law was too aggressive, and eventually the duties of law enforcement was given over to the [[Guild:_Sword_of_Toran|Sword of Toran]] in January of 2084. The formal proclamation cited that the Sword was more in keeping of the ideals of the City’s government, and the teachings of Mikon.<br /> <br /> The Order of Gorethar is noted in history for its participation in the defeat of many foes of law and the greater good, including The Legion of Darkness, Nastassiou, The Mistress, The Coven of Seven, the Vortex of Chaos, the vampyre Lanessa, the lich Sorvanok, and the evil being known only as the Gentleman. Many of the Order of Gorethar’s members have distinguished themselves in the destruction of evil across the face of Avlis, in its long and noble history, including defending [[Mikona]] against dragons and Sereg', defense of the City of [[Elysia]] during the Second Fairy War, restoration of the Dwarven Quarters in [[Mikona]], guarding the people during the Great Migration from [[M%27Chek]] to [[Visimontium]], and the closing of the Rift in [[Ferrell]]. The Order has also helped in other endeavors, including working at and donations to the Shelter of Hope in [[Mikona]], providing scrolls and healing supplies during the plague that struck southern Avlis, and guarding shipments of food and other supplies to areas devastated during the [[M%27Chek-T%27Nanshi_War|M'Chek-T'Nanshi]] war.<br /> <br /> == Ranks and Advancement ==<br /> [[Image:Armor_examples.jpg|135px|thumb|Ordained and Initiates guarding Zevlan Dur]]<br /> [[Image:Ordination_ceremony.jpg|135px|thumb|An Ordination Ceremony]] <br /> There are a number of ranks in the Order of Gorethar. Those seeking membership must be accepted as probationers, and from there they can advance through a series of ranks until they reach junior membership, and then full membership. Advancement is NOT fast, though often it is steady, if one is an active participant in the Order.<br /> <br /> '''Rank Names, in ascending order:'''<br /> <br /> :Adherent (probationer)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Aspirant (novice member)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Inititate (junior member)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Ordained (full member)&lt;br&gt;<br /> :High Ordained (required for senior positions)&lt;br&gt;<br /> :Blessed&lt;br&gt;<br /> :Holy&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> == Virtues of Gorethar, as adhered to by the Order ==<br /> <br /> <br /> :*'''Justice:''' The law is to be upheld, but it is a tool to create conditions that allow everyone to live together without harm. Gorethar’s followers are expected to understand the spirit of the law, and apply it. Where the law is clear, and harms none, or even where it does not necessarily benefit all, those who follow Gorethar will uphold the law, and strive to make sure that punishment is given to those who break it. Justice is to be administered with mercy, and law applied with compassion. If a law is obviously unjust, then followers of Gorethar strive to change it from within. “First there is Justice, then reconciliation, then restitution, and finally, retribution.&quot;<br /> <br /> :*'''Vigilance:''' Those that follow Gorethar must ever be on the watch for evil, and fight to eradicate evil from the face of the earth. Undead and demon-kind are especially repugnant to Gorethar. Evil can also take the form of compelling others to do someone else’s will; slavery is something no one who follows Gorethar would condone. One also has the obligation to be watchful, and protect and succor those that cannot defend themselves. We strive to stand between those that are in danger and the evil that threatens them.<br /> <br /> :*'''Diligence:''' Planning, and the ability to follow through on plans and decisions is a prized trait. Worshippers of Gorethar strive for attentiveness in their work, steady and consistent effort, and being heedful of directions or orders. <br /> <br /> :*'''Fidelity:''' The unfailing fulfillment of one’s duties, obligations and strict adherence to vows and oaths is part of Gorethar’s tenets. Oath-breaking is taken extremely seriously, and punished harshly.<br /> <br /> :*'''Industriousness:''' Gorethar created the dwarves for a reason, and is one of the Gods of crafting. By crafting, one honors Gorethar by avoiding idleness and sloth, and creation is revered, for it brings order out of chaos.<br /> <br /> :*'''Temperance:''' Moderation and self-restraint helps one to be diligent and faithful. Overindulgence is to be avoided, as it tends to lead to chaotic behavior. This also applies to justice-- we must be leary of hurting innocents in our pursuit of evil, and exercise restaint in our efforts to smite evil, so that we do not inadvertantly kill those we are expected to protect.<br /> <br /> :*'''Prowess:''' Gorethar is the BattleLord for a reason. Effort is made to learn weapon work, strategy and tactics. The more weapons one can wield well, the greater one’s skill in battle, the greater one shows their devotion to Him. One should always strive to be able to defend others, and oneself, and fight against evil. <br /> <br /> :*'''Leadership:''' Followers of Gorethar, and especially in His Orders, are expected to be able to inspire others, guide them in the proper course and behaviors, and command in battle. This requires discipline, charisma, training, knowledge of formations, tactics, and strategy. Those who can also model proper behaviors (such as being orderly, courteous, diligent, faithful, just, etc.), be inspirational in word and deed are looked upon highly.<br /> <br /> == Notable Members of the Order ==<br /> Vian Valorian, Arch Paladin of the Order, Lord of [[Valorian]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> '''''High Ordained''''' &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> [[PCs:Kaelyn_MacCaddor|Kaelyn MacCaddor]], High Paladin - retired &lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Kharak_Hammerstar|Kharak Hammerstar]], &quot;Hammer of Gorethar&quot;, Battlemaster, Cleric in Residence [[Deglos]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Jorio_Alerian|Jorio Alerian]], Blessed Head Cleric, Cleric in Residence Deglos, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Durenunde, Blessed, deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Allana Kalene, Senechal, Cleric in residence, Galdos, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan Lyonsen]], High Paladin, retired - Advisor to the Order, Blessed -- deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Loranna Anduriel, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan Kir]], Advisor to the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Carek Smith, Former High Paladin, Advisor to the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Thror Stormhammer|Thror Stormhammer]], Former High Paladin - Arch Paladin of the Order, Advisor to the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tanmar Stronghammer, Blessed Head Cleric - Order Armorer, deceased&lt;br&gt; <br /> [[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Vastan Thenald]], Head Cleric&lt;br&gt; <br /> Zahn Reyer - Quartermaster&lt;br&gt; <br /> Tyrius Rune - Archmage of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aspen Stormcat|Aspen Stormcat]], High Paladin&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]], Recruiter - Director of Outside Relations - Cleric in Residence, [[Elysia]]&lt;br&gt; <br /> <br /> '''''Ordained'''''&lt;br&gt; <br /> Feeb Ironfist, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Grano_Goodman|Grano Goodman]] - Cleric in Residence - Elysia, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> Kern of Gort, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hargas_Steelhead|Hargas Steelhead]], Poet of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aramil_Fynn|Aramil Fynn]], first Archmage of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Gloknall Heartcrusher, retired &lt;br&gt;<br /> Lelik Hollyden, Recruiter, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Halia Stonefire, Director of Alchemical Supplies - Cleric in Residence Ferrell, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> Herich Swift, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Terra Earthkin|Terra Earthkin]], battlemage, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> [[PCs:Dravenmore|Edge Dravenmore]], Assistant Quartermaster, Cleric in Residence, [[Mikona]]&lt;br&gt; <br /> Trenton Renil, Assistant Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> Willian Patson, Recruiter, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Sapphire Moon~Yana, Director of Alchemical Studies, Recruiter&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kili Paltik, Cleric in Residence, [[Ferrell]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kale Allonar, Cleric in Residence, [[LeOr|Le'Or]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Initiates'''''&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kaegen Clovenhelm, deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tharin Ironboard, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Mouse Hammerpaw, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Cord Willan, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Aria Ashby, battlemage, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Belevren_Graniteanvil|Belevrin Graniteanvil]], deceased<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Guilds|OrderofGorethar]]<br /> [[Category:Religious Orders|OrderofGorethar]]<br /> [[Category:HolyOrders:Greater|Order of Gorethar]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild:Order_of_Gorethar&diff=25298 2007-06-08T15:51:10Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* General Information: */</p> <hr /> <div>{{HolyOrder}}<br /> == [[Image:Gorethar.jpg|120px|Gorethar Holy Symbol]]&lt;br&gt; '''Order of Gorethar''' ==<br /> <br /> The Order of Gorethar is a religious order. As such, those seeking membership MUST be [[Alignment#Lawful Good|Lawful Good]] and worshipers of [[Gorethar]].&lt;p&gt;<br /> <br /> '''Guild Leader:''' [[PCs:Aspen Stormcat|Aspen Stormcat]], High Paladin&lt;br&gt; <br /> &lt;br&gt; '''Guild Officers:''' &lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Thror Stormhammer|Thror Stormhammer]], Advisor to the Order, Arch Paladin&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Kharak_Hammerstar|Kharak Hammerstar]], &quot;Hammer of Gorethar&quot;, Battlemaster, Cleric in Residence [[Deglos]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> Carek Smith, Advisor to the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Vastan Thenald]], Blessed Head Cleric&lt;br&gt;<br /> Zahn Reyer, Quartermaster&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]], Cleric in Residence [[Elysia]], Recruiter, Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> Trenton Renil, Assistant Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Dravenmore|Edge Dravenmore]], Assistant Quartermaster, Cleric in Residence [[Mikona]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Losin Rockhands|Losin Rockhands]], Recruiter&lt;br&gt;<br /> Sapphire Moon~Yana, Recruiter, Director of Alchemical Supplies&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kale Allonar, Treasurer, Cleric in Residence [[Le'Or T'Nanshi]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kili Paltik, Regional Crafting Assistant [[Ferrell]], Cleric in Residence [[Ferrell]]&lt;br&gt; <br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''DM Sponsors:''' spool32, wolfwielder<br /> <br /> == General Information: ==<br /> <br /> '''''Base of operations:'''''<br /> Fortress of Light in [[Deglos]]. We also have a Hostel in [[Elysia]], a Chaplet in [[Mikona]], a Chaplet in [[Le'Or T'Nanshi|Le'Or]], a Chaplet in [[Visimontium]], and a Watchtower in [[Ferrell]].<br /> <br /> <br /> '''''How to contact us:'''''<br /> Recruiters are &lt;b&gt;[[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]]&lt;/b&gt; in [[Elysia]] ([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?andmode=post&amp;u=10159 PM]), &lt;b&gt;Sapphire Moon-Yana&lt;/b&gt; [[Elysia]] / [[T'Nanshi]], &lt;b&gt;Losin Rockhands,&lt;/b&gt; [[Deglos]], &lt;b&gt;Sylux Raynes,&lt;/b&gt; [[Mikona]], and &lt;b&gt;Toadyx Aurenlinis&lt;/b&gt; in [[Elysia]]. However, speak to any member, and you will be pointed in the right direction. The Ordained wear silver and gold armor with blue capes, with either silver or gold edging. Initiates wear distinctive blue and gold armor with star-marked shoulder plates. Feel free to either send a letter or post a notice in the taverns in one of the above cities (though our most active bases are still [[Mikona]] and [[Elysia]]). ((Private messages via the forums is one of the best ways to set up a meeting)). <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''What we do:'''''<br /> The Order is dedicated to following [[Gorethar|Gorethar's]] teachings, upholding the law, and stamping out evil and chaos where ever it is found.<br /> <br /> '''''What to expect:'''''<br /> The Order of Gorethar is noted for excellent battle training, training in crafting, and leadership. The Order often organizes expeditions to destroy undead, participates in city defense, law enforcement, rescues, and other quests. <br /> <br /> <br /> '''&lt;u&gt;OOC Info:&lt;/u&gt;'''<br /> ''The Order of Gorethar is one of the oldest player run groups in Avlis, and we're still going strong, with 30+ active members, and over a hundred retired ones, almost all of whom have impacted Avlissan history in some fashion. The Order is one of the closest knit groups in the game, and though one of the hardest to get to full membership, there is a lot of great RP along the way with a super bunch of players and interesting characters. Any class of character is welcome, as long as the character is lawful good, and worships Gorethar.''<br /> <br /> == History and Origins of the Order ==<br /> <br /> Lord '''Vian Valorian''', heir to the [[Valorian]] fief in the [[Kurathene]] Empire, is a paladin of Gorethar, and as such, under the divine guidance of that God. Gorethar sent Lord Vian to southern Avlis on a mission, though he was unsure of what exactly his God wished—unsure, until he came to the city of [[Mikona]] in [[M%27Chek]]. He found that the city was in need of order, and crime was rampant. After prayer, Gorethar directed Vian’s path to the creation of the Order of Gorethar, with Lord Vian at its head as Arch Paladin. Gorethar brought together the people who would become the founding members of the Order, including the man who Vian chose to be the first High Paladin, '''Kaelyn McCaddor'''—perhaps one of the most well-known of the Order’s leaders. Others in this select group included the dwarf '''Kharak Hammerstar''', the Order’s first BattleMaster; '''Jorio Alerian''', cleric in residence of [[Mikona]], who went on to become the first Blessed High Cleric of the Order. There was also Lady Elyn, Kern of Gort, Durenunde, the bard '''Hargas Steelhead''', Drakken Talby, and '''Gloknall Heartcrusher'''. <br /> <br /> At first this group of Gorethar’s followers merely had similar goals—but as they came to know each other, those goals solidified, and the group began to work together to follow Gorethar’s path, under the capable leadership of McCaddor and Valorian. The Order really came into full being on January the 19th in the Winter of 2072, when the ''Council of the Faithful'' in Galdos recognized the Order, and gave its blessing and its charter to the Order of Gorethar. In May of 2073, the majority of the Order’s rankings and policies were set forth by the Arch Paladin, although the ranks of adherent and aspirant came much later, as the Order grew. Under the watchful stare of Lord Vian and the guidance of Kaelyn MacCaddor, the Order prospered, and the BattleMaster began to create many of our formation tactics, which are still used in the present day. At this time The Order was technically headquartered in [[Elysia]], though many of the Order chose to live in Mikona (as opposed to the current location in the Fortress of Light, in [[Deglos]], but this was because Elysia had the only fully dedicated temple to the BattleLord in southern Avlis at the time. Gorethar’s only representation in M'Chek was Brother Garlack, who had a small shrine in the Temple District in [[Mikona]]. Today, however, a full Temple to Gorethar stands there). At this early period in the Order’s history, the responsibility of law enforcement in Mikona was granted to the Order of Gorethar by the Noble and Common Houses of [[M%27Chek]] government. However, some say that the Order’s enforcement of the law was too aggressive, and eventually the duties of law enforcement was given over to the [[Guild:_Sword_of_Toran|Sword of Toran]] in January of 2084. The formal proclamation cited that the Sword was more in keeping of the ideals of the City’s government, and the teachings of Mikon.<br /> <br /> The Order of Gorethar is noted in history for its participation in the defeat of many foes of law and the greater good, including The Legion of Darkness, Nastassiou, The Mistress, The Coven of Seven, the Vortex of Chaos, the vampyre Lanessa, the lich Sorvanok, and the evil being known only as the Gentleman. Many of the Order of Gorethar’s members have distinguished themselves in the destruction of evil across the face of Avlis, in its long and noble history, including defending [[Mikona]] against dragons and Sereg', defense of the City of [[Elysia]] during the Second Fairy War, restoration of the Dwarven Quarters in [[Mikona]], guarding the people during the Great Migration from [[M%27Chek]] to [[Visimontium]], and the closing of the Rift in [[Ferrell]]. The Order has also helped in other endeavors, including working at and donations to the Shelter of Hope in [[Mikona]], providing scrolls and healing supplies during the plague that struck southern Avlis, and guarding shipments of food and other supplies to areas devastated during the [[M%27Chek-T%27Nanshi_War|M'Chek-T'Nanshi]] war.<br /> <br /> == Ranks and Advancement ==<br /> [[Image:Armor_examples.jpg|135px|thumb|Ordained and Initiates guarding Zevlan Dur]]<br /> [[Image:Ordination_ceremony.jpg|135px|thumb|An Ordination Ceremony]] <br /> There are a number of ranks in the Order of Gorethar. Those seeking membership must be accepted as probationers, and from there they can advance through a series of ranks until they reach junior membership, and then full membership. Advancement is NOT fast, though often it is steady, if one is an active participant in the Order.<br /> <br /> '''Rank Names, in ascending order:'''<br /> <br /> :Adherent (probationer)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Aspirant (novice member)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Inititate (junior member)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Ordained (full member)&lt;br&gt;<br /> :High Ordained (required for senior positions)&lt;br&gt;<br /> :Blessed&lt;br&gt;<br /> :Holy&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> == Virtues of Gorethar, as adhered to by the Order ==<br /> <br /> <br /> :*'''Justice:''' The law is to be upheld, but it is a tool to create conditions that allow everyone to live together without harm. Gorethar’s followers are expected to understand the spirit of the law, and apply it. Where the law is clear, and harms none, or even where it does not necessarily benefit all, those who follow Gorethar will uphold the law, and strive to make sure that punishment is given to those who break it. Justice is to be administered with mercy, and law applied with compassion. If a law is obviously unjust, then followers of Gorethar strive to change it from within. “First there is Justice, then reconciliation, then restitution, and finally, retribution.&quot;<br /> <br /> :*'''Vigilance:''' Those that follow Gorethar must ever be on the watch for evil, and fight to eradicate evil from the face of the earth. Undead and demon-kind are especially repugnant to Gorethar. Evil can also take the form of compelling others to do someone else’s will; slavery is something no one who follows Gorethar would condone. One also has the obligation to be watchful, and protect and succor those that cannot defend themselves. We strive to stand between those that are in danger and the evil that threatens them.<br /> <br /> :*'''Diligence:''' Planning, and the ability to follow through on plans and decisions is a prized trait. Worshippers of Gorethar strive for attentiveness in their work, steady and consistent effort, and being heedful of directions or orders. <br /> <br /> :*'''Fidelity:''' The unfailing fulfillment of one’s duties, obligations and strict adherence to vows and oaths is part of Gorethar’s tenets. Oath-breaking is taken extremely seriously, and punished harshly.<br /> <br /> :*'''Industriousness:''' Gorethar created the dwarves for a reason, and is one of the Gods of crafting. By crafting, one honors Gorethar by avoiding idleness and sloth, and creation is revered, for it brings order out of chaos.<br /> <br /> :*'''Temperance:''' Moderation and self-restraint helps one to be diligent and faithful. Overindulgence is to be avoided, as it tends to lead to chaotic behavior. This also applies to justice-- we must be leary of hurting innocents in our pursuit of evil, and exercise restaint in our efforts to smite evil, so that we do not inadvertantly kill those we are expected to protect.<br /> <br /> :*'''Prowess:''' Gorethar is the BattleLord for a reason. Effort is made to learn weapon work, strategy and tactics. The more weapons one can wield well, the greater one’s skill in battle, the greater one shows their devotion to Him. One should always strive to be able to defend others, and oneself, and fight against evil. <br /> <br /> :*'''Leadership:''' Followers of Gorethar, and especially in His Orders, are expected to be able to inspire others, guide them in the proper course and behaviors, and command in battle. This requires discipline, charisma, training, knowledge of formations, tactics, and strategy. Those who can also model proper behaviors (such as being orderly, courteous, diligent, faithful, just, etc.), be inspirational in word and deed are looked upon highly.<br /> <br /> == Notable Members of the Order ==<br /> Vian Valorian, Arch Paladin of the Order, Lord of [[Valorian]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> '''''High Ordained''''' &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> [[PCs:Kaelyn_MacCaddor|Kaelyn MacCaddor]], High Paladin - retired &lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Kharak_Hammerstar|Kharak Hammerstar]], &quot;Hammer of Gorethar&quot;, Battlemaster, Cleric in Residence Deglos&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Jorio_Alerian|Jorio Alerian]], Blessed Head Cleric, Cleric in Residence Deglos, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Durenunde, Blessed, deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Allana Kalene, Senechal, Cleric in residence, Galdos, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan Lyonsen]], High Paladin, retired - Advisor to the Order, Blessed -- deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Loranna Anduriel, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan Kir]], Advisor to the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Carek Smith, Advisor to the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Thror Stormhammer|Thror Stormhammer]], High Paladin, Retired - Advisor to the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tanmar Stronghammer, Blessed Head Cleric - Order Armorer, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> [[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Vastan Thenald]], Head Cleric&lt;br&gt; <br /> Zahn Reyer - Quartermaster&lt;br&gt; <br /> Tyrius Rune - Archmage of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aspen Stormcat|Aspen Stormcat]], High Paladin&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]], Recruiter - Director of Outside Relations - Cleric in Residence, Elysia&lt;br&gt; <br /> <br /> '''''Ordained'''''&lt;br&gt; <br /> Feeb Ironfist, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Grano_Goodman|Grano Goodman]] - Cleric in Residence - Elysia, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> Kern of Gort, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hargas_Steelhead|Hargas Steelhead]], Poet of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aramil_Fynn|Aramil Fynn]], first Archmage of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Gloknall Heartcrusher, retired &lt;br&gt;<br /> Lelik Hollyden, Recruiter, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Halia Stonefire, Director of Alchemical Supplies - Cleric in Residence Ferrell,retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> Herich Swift, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Terra Earthkin|Terra Earthkin]], battlemage, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> [[PCs:Dravenmore|Edge Dravenmore]], Assistant Quartermaster&lt;br&gt; <br /> Trenton Renil, Assistant Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> Willian Patson, Recruiter, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Initiates'''''&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kaegen Clovenhelm, deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tharin Ironboard, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Mouse Hammerpaw, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Cord Willan, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Aria Ashby, battlemage, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Belevren_Graniteanvil|Belevrin Graniteanvil]], deceased<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Guilds|OrderofGorethar]]<br /> [[Category:Religious Orders|OrderofGorethar]]<br /> [[Category:HolyOrders:Greater|Order of Gorethar]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Talk:PCs:Aspen_Stormcat&diff=23949 2006-12-16T20:37:43Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: </p> <hr /> <div>The article for the wiki contest is character backstory and actual IG events. A.S.<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt; What is the Buddha logo for? I didn't put that there, and don't see it in the history for the page.....</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=PCs:Aspen_Stormcat&diff=23948 2006-12-16T20:36:14Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: removed contest template</p> <hr /> <div>{{PC}}<br /> [[Image:Aspen.jpg|frame| Aspen Stormcat &lt;br&gt; [http://campus.pc.edu/staff/areed/images/gaming/aspen_portraits/ Game Avatar]]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen-headshot.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen today]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Aspirant.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen at the Elysia Hostel as an Aspirant]]<br /> [[Image:Vichan_counsels_Aspen.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Former High Paladin Vichan Lyonsen advising Aspen]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Zahn_undead.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen fighting in the Mikona Crypts]]<br /> [[Image:FoM-aspen-strikes.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen strikes down spirits in the Forest of Midnight]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen_Temple_Toran_Kuras.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Visiting the Temple of Toran in Kuras]]<br /> [[Image:Air_elementals_armor.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Battle in the Elemental Tower]]<br /> [[Image:Auction1.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Ferrell Trade Fair: Zayn Reyer, Aspen, Aradan Kir]] <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FFD700; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |+ style=&quot;font-size: larger;&quot; | http://www.blackdagger.com/gallery/data/558/4846gorethar_forum.gif &lt;br&gt;'''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> | <br /> '''Age:''' 24 years &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Race:''' Human&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Gender:''' Female&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Birthplace:''' [[Osannia]], Kurathene Empire&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Current Residence:''' Elysia (since she was 17) &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Titles, Occupations:''' <br /> * Paladin of [[Gorethar]]<br /> * Ordained in the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]<br /> * Seneschal and Treasurer for the Order of Gorethar <br /> *Officer in the Elysian Defense Force<br /> * Officer in [[Le'Megen T'Elysia|Le'Megen T'Elysia]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;hr style=&quot;width:0px;background-color:#FFFFFF; border: 0px solid; margin: 0px&quot; &gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;float: bottom; background: #87CEFA; line-height:1.2; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 10px 0 4px;&quot; <br /> |+ <br /> == About Aspen ==<br /> |-<br /> | Aspen is a dedicated paladin of the Order of Gorethar. She left home at 13 to escape a marriage, and found her path to Gorethar several years later. She came to Elysia after hearing about the Order when passing through Deglos. She was accepted as adherent under the then High Paladin, Vichan Lyonsen, who also became her mentor. She was noted for excellent reporting, organization, and developing several innovative programs within the Order. She became the youngest person in the Order to ever achieve Ordained status. Her early history and her more recent activities can be read in her journal, [http://www.avlis.org/viewtopic.php?t=77025 Letters to Valorian] .<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Excerpts from Aspen's Journal: Letters to Valorian -- ''The Tale of Markus'' ==<br /> &lt;div align=&quot;justify&quot;&gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A tall, muscular woman, with glossy black hair pulled back in a pony-tail, stops a courier in [[Elysia]]. Her blue eyes looks curiously vulnerable, considering she is wearing the gold and silver plate mail and dark blue cloak of the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]. As she turns her head to dig into a bag for a letter, the scar that stretches from her forehead down her left cheek, past the corner of her mouth and on to her chin stands out whitely from a tanned face. She speaks quietly to the courier, and hands him a carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of [[Gorethar]] in blue wax with gold flecks, and a sum of gold. The courier touches his forehead, and runs off toward the docks.'' <br /> <br /> Brother Vian--<br /> <br /> As you've requested, I'm sending you some information about me. I think it's probably going to take more than one letter, though. Thank you for taking the time to speak with me the other evening... <br /> <br /> Well, Brother, I grew up in northern [[Osannia]]. My family raised oxen for the caravan and wool trade, and I had lots of brothers and sisters. As soon as it was possible, my father arranged a marriage for me, but I did not want to marry, and so ran away, when I could not get him to listen. I was all of thirteen, I think.. may have been a bit younger. I was tall and gangly, and passed myself off as a boy, and got work at the hiring faires during the summer, working as a herder, or in stables, and so forth. Toward the fall, though I grew some, and was having a harder and harder time passing myself off as a boy. It was the last harvest faire, and I was worried about the winter, when I got hired to work at an inn in southern Osannia called the Ox and Hound. They needed someone to work in the stables, and they would give me one set of clothes, 2 meals a day, one of them hot, and some silver each month. I could sleep in the stables, and I counted myself very fortunate. <br /> <br /> Everything seemed fine. But I couldn't pass myself off as a boy anymore.. and the eldest son noticed. His name was Markus, and he was much older than I.. like 20, or so, I think. He was very handsome, but as you'll read, I had reason to start to hate and distrust the very sight of him. He started hanging around the barn, and watching me. That's all he did at first.. just watched me work. Then he started making comments.. about my work... and making it harder.. then started setting thing up so that I'd trip, or have to do things over.. like fouling the hay, or water, or tipping the wheelbarrow full of manure over... then blame me for not doing my work well. He called me clumsy, and started saying things to inn patrons, or those who came to the stable, that I wasn't quite.. bright, or right in the head. Then Markus started placing himself in my path, so I'd have to brush by him, to get my work done... it kept getting progressively worse. He started to.. whip me... and finally... he showed up, one night, in the loft.. with a knife... and held me down.. and cut my cheek.. and hurt me more, threatening me with worse, if I didn't do.. what he wanted. <br /> <br /> The next day, he told the others that &quot;Bumbletoes had fallen against a scythe and cut herself... &quot; And no one questioned him, or thought anything more about it. I was only a hired hand, he was the eldest son of a well-respected innkeeper. By this time, winter was hard upon the village, and the snow knee-deep or worse in places.. and I had no where to go. That winter was the longest of my life.. and every day, the ropes and long leather straps in the barn, and the rafters overhead, began to look more and more like the only way I could escape Markus... <br /> <br /> Then we had a sudden, early thaw, and a ''kompania'' of [[Romini]] rode into the village, and into the inn yard. They were noisy, and bright, and colorful.. and laughed. Brother... I had to go out to see, so I crept to the big stable door, and peeked out. The woman who seemed to be in charge of all of them, was an older woman, gnarled with age, and had a bright headscarf. She reminded me of my own grammy.. and she must have realized something was wrong.. She came to see me, and before I knew it, I had told her everything. She offered to get me away, and I agreed. Markus was kept too busy in the Inn to come to the stables. One of the [[Romini]] was a weatherwitch, and said there was a storm coming in. So I hid in one of the wagons.. and as the storm broke, they left, taking me with them. I didn't know it, but they also took many of the Inn's oxen, too.. (that's where the warrant came from, it named me as an accessory to the theft of livestock). <br /> <br /> They kept me with them, for a very long time, always traveling south. I owe the Romini a lot, and have always checked on them, and with them, whenever I can. Finally, they judged me well enough, and far enough away, that I could go once more on my own.. and so I left them. I worked more, generally on farms, but always with a way to get away if I needed to, though at that time, I tended to also... drink, to forget. And I did manage to forget the whole thing, for a very long time. <br /> <br /> How I came to [[Gorethar]], is a story I will save for another letter, Brother. May He keep you well, and His light shine down on your paths, as you travel.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;77%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of [[Gorethar]] in blue wax with gold flecks is delivered via courier. Underneath the darkly written signature is a seal of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian,<br /> <br /> I've gotten some more time, so I thought I would write you about how I came to be one of [[Gorethar]]'s holy warriors. Please, brother, tell me if I have gone beyond what you requested... <br /> <br /> As I said at the end of my last letter, I was working at farms, during this time, rather aimlessly wandering south and east. And I was drinking, usually spending all my coin in local taverns getting drunk. A lot of this period is a blank to me, brother. <br /> <br /> However, I had been working a number of months at a small farm to the north of a village on the border of [[Deglos]] and [[Brekon (nation)|Brekon]]. It was owned by a small family with a little boy, who I remember reminded me of my youngest brother. His name was Owen, I think.... it's so long ago, now, or so it seems. We became close, in that we often played, when our chores were done-- he was such a fun boy-- full of mischief, and laughter. He had light brownish hair... <br /> <br /> Anyway, I know that when I drank, I would get angry.. and often I'd fight, or attempt to... I don't remember much other than awaking with bruises and cuts many times. I lost work because of it... and I knew I should stop, but I also knew there was something I didn't want to remember. So I worked, traveled, drank, and got into trouble, which made me have to move on. <br /> <br /> But... that farm. I had just gotten paid... and had walked into town, and went to the tavern. I'd had a few drinks, when someone ran by, yelling about fire and raiders... I ran outside, with an ale mug in my hand, and saw the smoke... and saw that it was coming from the north. I dropped the mug, and ran.... I don't know what I thought I'd do when I got there... but all I could think of was Owen. As I ran, the smoke got thicker, and I could hear yelling, screams, and this hoarse chanting. I came off the road, and ran through the trees toward the barn, and I could see it was in flames, the roof was outlined in flames, and the oxen were screaming. There was a lot of screaming, Brother.... I'm sure I was screaming, too, as I ran down the hill... I could see the farmyard was churned to mud... men from the village and orcs.. the raiders, were fighting. I looked about frantically, and off to one side, saw something that caught my eye... sprawled on the ground, trying to move. I ran, and slid in the mud, and ended up crawling over to it.. and it was Owen. I picked him up, into my lap... he was badly wounded brother... he'd been gutted by a spear, though I didn't recognize it at the time. He looked at me, Brother, and asked me, in a sweet, broken voice, where was I, when the orcs came .... and I had no answer for him. Owen died, as I held him....<br /> <br /> After the funerals... I left, and traveled into [[Deglos]]... and railed at myself. I wandered, looking for answers. I felt a tugging, a need, for something, some direction, and some way... to stop others from being hurt so. I wanted to be able to fight, properly, and defend.. that was what drove me, in the end, to seek one of [[Gorethar]]'s shrines. It was what caused me to stop, and pray... pray for guidance, and for a chance to prove myself worthy, of something... To make what happened before have meaning, and to give my life purpose. <br /> <br /> I don't know how long I prayed, Brother.. but [[Gorethar]] answered, and accepted me as one of His warriors. <br /> <br /> I'd heard in [[Deglos]], about the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order]], and made my way from there to [[Elysia]], and wrote a note, and posted it about the taverns. Brother [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]] answered me, and set up a meeting.. and Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]] welcomed me into the Order. Much of the rest of what happened from there on, until I was Ordained, is in my reports, Brother. <br /> <br /> But things with Markus weren't over... but this letter is long enough, I think. I'll write more on that, another time.<br /> <br /> I hope to hear from you soon, Brother. May [[Gorethar]] bless your work.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;left&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A sealed letter is delivered, the handwriting inscribing your name grown familiar. The seal at the end of the letter is that of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian...<br /> <br /> Thank you for your words of encouragement. I would like to think that Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]], whom I grew very close to, and thought of as almost a father, would be proud of what I have done. It was his guidance and support, and that of Brothers [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]], Carek, and Zahn (who was my sponsor), that helped me through the most trying part of my experiences.<br /> <br /> As I said Brother, I buried and forgot what happened to me, in that Inn in Spruce Run. It wasn't until I was sorely injured with broken ribs, and laid up in the [[Mikona]] Chaplet (I'd gotten stomped on by a number of minotaurs during a training session, and while I'd been mostly healed, a cracked rib snapped, and damaged something inside) that things began to resurface. Brother Carek heard the story first... and he recommended I speak to Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]], and Brother [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]].. who were our advisors at the time. Both worked with me, and helped me... I was an initiate at the time. <br /> <br /> I'd healed enough to come back to [[Elysia]], and was speaking with someone out at Elf Gate, when a vaguely familiar man wearing an Elysian guard uniform came up to me, and before I knew what he was going to do, he ran a finger over the scar on my cheek. I was stunned... It was Markus, Brother. And before I could recover he sauntered off, claiming I'd see him again.<br /> <br /> Well, I was angry, and scared, and so I spoke to Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonson|Vichan]]. He decided that Brother Zahn would follow up with the Elysian Guard to find out more about what Markus was doing. Markus dropped out of sight for a while, Brother, and I was promoted to Ordained, when I'd passed my Trials. Then.. Markus resurfaced.. and began actively trying to discredit me, since we were trying to find out Markus' records and activities. Several times, by using someone who claimed to need help, he lured me into areas to try and approach me. Then I was attacked by a group of bounty hunters out in the wilds, who said that there was a reward for me, in the Kurathene, and that they meant to collect. That's when I found out about the fine in [[Osannia]], Brother. And even though I was young, and didn't know about what happened, I still had that charge against me. To prevent Markus from having that hold over me, I chose to pay the fine. (Thank you again, for helping me with that.. and I am glad I was able to pay you back).<br /> <br /> Markus was getting bolder, and angrier, that I had not stopped trying to find out about him. He hinted, several times, that all I need to do, to make him stop... was to &quot;kiss and make up.&quot; I knew, though, that if I did that, I'd never be rid of him. I also knew, that if I was to get the General or the Guard commander to believe me, I needed a witness from outside the Order. So I contacted the Speaker for the [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]], and asked for some help-- just as a witness, to verify what happened... and tried to set up a meeting with Markus. I wanted to make it appear that I was considering giving in... But it didnt' work out at all the way I'd planned, Brother. <br /> <br /> I'd met and sent the person the Speaker sent for me, on ahead to the barn were I'd arranged to meet Markus. Then I went in, and waited... and a badger came in-- it turned out, that this was a [[changeling]] that Markus had been working with for years. And he wanted to do 'something different, something exciting'.. so I worked with him to have him expose Markus. I demanded some written proof, of what Markus had been doing, and he agreed, for the price of a magical flail. We arranged to meet at the Hostel.... <br /> <br /> I went back there, with my witness, and found Brother Carek, Brother Vastan, Sister Terra and Brother Baloth. The changeling showed up, in a little while.. and Brother-- he revealed that the &quot;war commendations&quot; that Markus had gotten, were faked... as what he had done, was with the help of the [[changeling]]. He'd supposedly rescued a fey girl from the [[shaahesk]]... and that [[shaahesk]] was the [[changeling]]. He'd also supposedly rescued the Guard Commander from the unseelie... but the Guard commander died (how, I'm not sure, but wouldn't be surprised if Markus had killed him) and the Commander we knew, was actually the [[changeling]], and had been for years. He transformed before us, to prove it. The [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]] witness saw it as well... that, and the written and signed statement he gave was what we needed... and Brother Carek demanded to know where Markus was... The [[changeling]] gave the address, and then left, and Carek and [[PCs:Baloth|Baloth]] went there to apprehend Markus... but he'd fled, while we'd been speaking with the [[changeling]]-- the [[changeling]] had warned him.<br /> <br /> So... both of them got out of the City. And while my name was cleared, and the Guard was restored... I was unsatisfied. I didn't feel like justice had been truly done. I notified the [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]], in [[T%27Nanshi]], and they agreed to watch out for Markus. There wasn't anything else I could do... I am no tracker, and Markus had had hours to make good his escape. <br /> <br /> So. I went about my duties. Brother Carek followed up with the Elysian Guard to make sure all was well with them, and spoke to the General, I believe. However, things were not.. quite.. over. <br /> <br /> I had stopped by Fanos' shop to sell a few odds and ends, and to buy bottles for the Hostel. We were chatting a bit, when the door opened, and closed.. I didn't pay much attention. I went to leave, and the door was locked. When I looked back at Fanos, he was being attacked... by Markus! Brother, I moved as swiftly as I could, but Markus had already skewered him. Attacking Fanos made Markus visible, and he apparently wanted me to be able to see and hear him.<br /> <br /> He'd come back for me, Brother. He was furious that I'd ruined his plans, and said that if he couldn't have me, no one would.. and since he'd just killed Fanos, and attacked me-- I knew I was in the right of law to strike him down. So we fought.. Markus taunting me that [[Gorethar]] couldn't help me... but I called upon His power, and knocked Markus flat, and though he struggled and got up to fight more, I knocked him down again-- I was surprised to find out he was no match for me, so in the end, I slew him.<br /> <br /> When I searched his body, I found the Guard cloak and emblems, which I had returned to them. I called over a local cleric, and they raised Fanos. I also found a ring, Brother... that belonged to the elderly [[Romini]] who helped me escape from Markus-- and the only way he could have gotten that from her was to kill her. I mourned her passing, and kept the ring as a remembrance. [[Gorethar]]'s will and justice had been done, and many of my old fears died with Markus, there in the alchemist's shop.<br /> <br /> Now, Brother.. I am slowing opening up to my brothers and sisters.. and to others, who offer me kindness. It's hard, and at times, I still feel awkward, and uncomfortable. I don't know how to deal with the ... attention, some men have paid to me. I am most comfortable at my work, for the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order]]... <br /> <br /> And yet... I am beginning to wonder, if there are things that I am missing... or people that I've been afraid to know. I trust in [[Gorethar]], to lead me down the path that is right, for many new ones have now opened before me. <br /> <br /> I trust this letter finds you well, m'lord. May [[Gorethar]] shine His light on your travels.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |} &lt;/div&gt;<br /> [[Category:PCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:ElysiaPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:DeglosianPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=PCs&diff=23947 2006-12-16T20:32:49Z

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Even more importantly, if you post something about another's PC, make sure it's 100% verifiable from the public boards, or else you stand a good chance of being accused of griefing.'''<br /> <br /> ==A==<br /> * [[PCs:Aerill_Ailpera|Ailpera, Aerill]]<br /> * [[PCs:Michael al'Aere|al'Aere, Michael]]<br /> * [[PCs:Arania Moonshadow AlastaireAlaster|Alastaire-Alaster, Arania Moonshadow]]<br /> * [[PCs:Ankhara al'Khalid|al'Khalid, Ankhara]]<br /> * [[PCs:Jorio_Alerian|Alerian, Jorio]]<br /> * [[PCs:Vanar_Alhaldren|Alhaldren, Vanar]]<br /> * [[PCs:Friday_Alibar|Alibar, Friday]]<br /> * [[PCs:Isogel Alleb|Alleb, Isogel]]<br /> * [[PCs:Aeveras_Altaer|Altaer, Aeveras]]<br /> * [[PCs:Nawen_Amakiir|Amakiir, Nawen]]<br /> * [[PCs:Tamia_Amakiir|Amakiir, Tamia]]<br /> * [[PCs:Indiga Amanta|Amanta, Indiga]]<br /> * [[PCs:Rune Amanta|Amanta, Rune]]<br /> * [[PCs:Amiru|Amiru]]<br /> * [[PCs:Andrews, Russell|Andrews, Russell]]<br /> * [[PCs:Anifail, Fealith|Anifail, Fealith]]<br /> * [[PCs:Thalarian Arc'Thass|Arc'Thass, Thalarian]]<br /> * [[PCs:Tenirra Arken'Held|Arken'Held, Tenirra]]<br /> * [[PCs:Aen'dyr Ar'tys|Ar'tys, Aen'dyr]]<br /> * [[PCs:Karrek Asen|Asen, Karrek]]<br /> * [[PCs:Aspen (Eadha'Duir)|Aspen (Eadha'Duir)]]<br /> * [[PCs:Ayiree|Ayiree]]<br /> * [[PCs:Seretah Aylown|Aylown, Seretah]]<br /> <br /> ==B==<br /> * [[PCs:Baloth|Baloth]]<br /> * [[PCs:Me'rrrokash Ba'shaak|Ba'shaak, Me'rrrokash]]<br /> * [[PCs:Mieri Bellmaker|Bellmaker, Mieri]]<br /> * [[PCs:Blake Benneset|Benneset, Blake]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kate Benneset|Benneset, Kate]]<br /> * [[PCs:Bheem|Bheem]]<br /> * [[PCs:Boris|Boris]]<br /> * [[PCs:Josoph Billearn|Billearn, Josoph]]<br /> * [[PCs:Krator Blackfist|Blackfist, Krator]]<br /> * [[PCs:Bronwen Blacksteel|Blacksteel, Bronwen]]<br /> * [[PCs:Garek_Blackstone|Blackstone, Garek]]<br /> * [[PCs:Holandar Blackmane|Blackmane, Holandar]]<br /> * [[PCs:Talon Blade|Blade, Talon]]<br /> * [[PCs:Glenda Blecherofferschnach|Blecherofferschnach, Glenda]]<br /> * [[PCs:Dannar Blighte|Blighte, Dannar]]<br /> * [[PCs:Vurk Bloodfang|Bloodfang, Vurk]]<br /> * [[PCs:Arkn'sterod Bloodsaik|Bloodsaik, Arkn'sterod]]<br /> * [[PCs:Hawk Bodyravager|Bodyravager, Hawk]]<br /> * [[PCs:Harvey Boekhorst|Boekhorst, Harvey]]<br /> * [[PCs:Gurky Bogglewig|Bogglewig, Gurky]]<br /> * [[PCs:Paco Di Brancaleone|Brancaleone, Paco Di]]<br /> <br /> ==C==<br /> * [[PCs:Arn_Callindraes|Callindraes, Arn]]<br /> * [[PCs:Methuselah Caneras|Caneras, Methuselah]]<br /> * [[PCs:Valeria Cavalieri|Cavalieri, Valeria]]<br /> * [[Pcs:Caviel|Caviel]]<br /> * [[PCs:Celarisse Char|Char, Celarisse]]<br /> * [[PCs:Char'Jer|Char'Jer]]<br /> * [[PCs:Cloud|Cloud]]<br /> * [[PCs:'Coco'_Coranthia|'Coco' Coranthia]]<br /> * [[PCs:Celarisse Curanwen|Curanwen, Celarisse]]<br /> <br /> ==D==<br /> * [[PCs:Llyshra Dald|Dald, Llyshra]] (deceased)<br /> * [[PCs:Jayem Dareau|Dareau, Jayem]]<br /> * [[PCs:Fade Darkwing|Darkwing, Fade]]<br /> * [[PCs:Gill Darkstar|Darkstar, Gill]]<br /> * [[PCs:Sakura Darkstar|Darkstar, Sakura]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kalgar Darthvord|Darthvord, Kalgar]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kima Datter|Datter, Kima]]<br /> * [[PCs:Day|Day]]<br /> * [[PCs:Lucius D'Cythra|D'Cythra, Lucius]]<br /> * [[PCs:Garret de'Karne|de'Karne, Garret]]<br /> * [[PCs:Renard de'Tyrens|de'Tyrens, Renard]]<br /> * [[PCs:Deider|Deider]]<br /> * [[PCs:Vanyankaya (Vanya) Del'Trion|Del'Trion, Vanyankaya (Vanya)]]<br /> * [[PCs:Evantis Delaxis|Delaxis, Evantis]]<br /> * [[PCs:Jariston Derthur|Derthur, Jariston]]<br /> * [[PCs:Madon &quot;Madness&quot; Dethrune|Dethrune, Madon &quot;Madness&quot;]]<br /> * [[PCs:K%27Lari_D%27ila%27mnefer|D'ila'mnefer, K'Lari]] (missing)<br /> * [[PCs:Shannen Di'rithia| Di'rithia, Shannen]]<br /> * [[PCs:Dok|Dok]]<br /> * [[PCs:Draconis|Draconis]]<br /> * [[PCs:Cromodon Draker|Draker, Cromodon]]<br /> * [[PCs:Adagio D'Tranticus|D'Tranticus, Adagio]]<br /> * [[PCs:Havian O Dryinos|Dryinos, Havian O]]<br /> * [[PCs:Galoban Dulsaer|Dulsaer, Galoban]]<br /> * [[PCs:Celithril Dy'nen|Dy'nen, Celithril]]<br /> <br /> ==E==<br /> * [[PCs:Terra_Earthkin|Earthkin, Terra]]<br /> * [[PCs:Dilvish_Eglath|Eglath, Dilvish]]<br /> * [[PCs:Eldraea|Eldraea]] (deceased)<br /> * [[PCs:Snorri Elfslayer|Elfslayer, Snorri]]<br /> * [[PCs:El'Githoral|El'Githoral]]<br /> * [[PCs:Leto von Elis|von Elis, Leto]]<br /> * [[PCs:Elsie|Elsie]]<br /> * [[PCs:Elyl|Elyl]]<br /> * [[PCs:Rabiah_Endymion|Endymion, Rabiah]]<br /> * [[PCs:Epiktetus|Epiktetus]]<br /> * [[PCs:Epanu|Epanu]]<br /> * [[PCs:Erendhl_Eleashal|Ele'ash'al, Ere'n'dhl]] (deceased)<br /> * [[PCs:Dante_Everliss|Everliss, Dante]]<br /> * [[PCs:Sephira_Everliss|Everliss, Sephira]]<br /> * [[PCs:Jared_Evershield|Evershield, Jared]]<br /> <br /> ==F==<br /> * [[PCs:Zacharia FeatherFingers|FeatherFingers, Zacharia]]<br /> * [[PCs:Ialath Fentellon|Fentellon, Ialath]]<br /> * [[PCs:Ferris Floydsson|Floydsson, Ferris]]<br /> * [[PCs:Jand de la Fleur| Fleur, Jand de la]]<br /> * [[PCs: Artros|Forbeis, Artros]]<br /> * [[PCs:Dorgan Fostwil|Fostwil, Dorgan]]<br /> * [[PCs:Heronimous Fox|Fox, Heronimous]]<br /> * [[PCs:Rorln Frizzlegomp|Frizzlegomp, Rorln]]<br /> * [[PCs:Nord Fyne|Fyne, Nord]]<br /> * [[PCs:Rolan Fyne|Fyne, Rolan]]<br /> * [[PCs:Aramil Fynn|Fynn, Aramil]]<br /> * [[PCs:Lotis Fynolis|Fynolis, Lotis]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kard Fynolds|Fynolds, Kard]]<br /> <br /> ==G==<br /> * [[PCs:Mellenco Gardastar|Gardastar, Mellenco]]<br /> * [[PCs:Gareth|Gareth]]<br /> * [[PCs:Nayala Gelbert|Gelbert, Nayala]]<br /> * [[PCs:Gladd'avenglori|Gladd'avenglori]]<br /> * [[PCs:Aidric Glimerblade|Glimerblade, Aidric]]<br /> * [[PCs:Pilder Glittermil|Glittermil, Pilder]]<br /> * [[PCs:Alnusa Glutinosa|Glutinosa, Alnusa]]<br /> * [[PCs:Goldie|Goldie]]<br /> * [[PCs:Grano Goodman|Goodman, Grano]]<br /> * [[PCs:Fergus Goodmane|Goodmane, Fergus]]<br /> * [[PCs:Belevren Graniteanvil|Graniteanvil, Belevren]] (deceased)<br /> * [[PCs:Malcolm Griffon|Griffon, Malcolm]]<br /> <br /> ==H==<br /> * [[PCs:Voyor Hadzum|Hadzum, Voyor]]<br /> * [[PCs:Brent Hammer Hand|Hammer Hand, Brent]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kharak Hammerstar|Hammerstar, Kharak]]<br /> * [[PCs:Aramil Hanlen|Hanlen, Aramil]]<br /> * [[PCs:Plitz Haubenschnaupf|Haubenschnaupf, Plitz]]<br /> * [[PCs:Heldor|Heldor]]<br /> * [[PCs:Odel Helmsplitter|Helmsplitter, Odel]]<br /> * [[PCs:Gunsel Highbinder|Highbinder, Gunsel]]<br /> * [[PCs:Trina Holyan|Holyan, Trina]]<br /> * [[PCs:Brayon Hopper|Hopper, Brayon]]<br /> * [[PCs:Otto von Hubris|Hubris]]<br /> * [[PCs:Simon Hytheria|Hytheria, Simon]] (departed from Avlis)<br /> <br /> ==I==<br /> * [[PCs:Iako|Iako]]<br /> * [[PCs:Imril|Imril]]<br /> * [[PCs:Alphonse Irofin|Irofin, Alphonse]]<br /> * [[PCs:Rali'vinee|Ish'tarestacia, Rali'vinee]]<br /> * [[PCs:Gurth Istar|Istar, Gurth]]<br /> * [[PCs:Ixldor|Ixldor]]<br /> * [[PCs:Izrick|Izrick]]<br /> <br /> ==J==<br /> * [[PCs:Jack|Jack (Ghallis Malignant)]]<br /> * [[PCs:Jade|Jade]] (deceased)<br /> * [[PCs:Rhissaerk Jalesh|Jalesh, Rhissaerk]]<br /> * [[PCs:Gram Jamjeans|Jamjeans, Gram]]<br /> * [[PCs:Jard, Peren|Jard, Peren]] (deceased)<br /> * [[PCs:Melia Jarlin|Jarlin, Melia]]<br /> * [[PCs:Merago Jert|Jert, Merago]]<br /> * [[PCs:Nelene Jora|Jora, Nelene]]<br /> * [[PCs:Jordaine|Jordaine]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kaede Jr'ei'ren|Jr'ei'ren, Kaede]]<br /> * [[PCs:Tri'as Ju'eir|Ju'eir, Tri'as]]<br /> <br /> ==K==<br /> * [[PCs:The Kahn Family|The Kahn Family]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kahn The Dark|Kahn The Dark]]<br /> * [[PCs:Allana Kalene|Kalene, Allana]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kanga|Kanga]]<br /> * [[PCs:Karr, Timo|Karr, Timo]] (missing)<br /> * [[PCs:KayaCha, Lyse|KayaCha, Lyse]]<br /> * [[PCs:Khan, Magnus|Khan, Magnus]]<br /> * [[PCs:Khiya|Khiya]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kim, Jenii|Kim, Jenii]]<br /> * [[PCs:Aradan Kir|Kir, Aradan]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kish'ti|Kish'ti]]<br /> * [[PCs:Lisa Kler|Kler, Lisa]]<br /> * [[PCs:Dashel Knight|Knight, Dashel]]<br /> * [[PCs:Bruno Knotslinger|Knotslinger, Bruno]]<br /> * [[PCs:Sasha Konstantine|Konstantine, Sasha]]<br /> * [[PCs:Yohan Kurgenson|Kurgenson, Yohan]]<br /> * [[PCs:Shinaa Kuri-Assa'rai|Kuri-Assa'rai, Shinaa]]<br /> * [[PCs:Darro &quot;Ghostblade&quot; Kwikfoot|Kwikfoot, Darro &quot;Ghostblade&quot;]]<br /> <br /> ==L==<br /> * [[PCs:Law|Law]]<br /> * [[PCs:Joren Le'Igh|Le'Igh, Joren]]<br /> * [[PCs:Willem Lightheart|Lightheart, Willem]]<br /> * [[PCs:Fraudoc Loclac|Loclac, Fraudoc]]<br /> * [[PCs:Revjac Longtooth|Longtooth, Revjac]]<br /> * [[PCs:Sydney Losstarot|Losstarot, Sydney]]<br /> * [[PCs:Luna Luna|Luna, Luna]]<br /> * [[PCs:Vichan Lyonsen|Lyonsen, Vichan]] (deceased)<br /> <br /> ==M==<br /> * [[PCs:Kareth Ma'fer|Ma'fer, Kareth]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kaelyn MacCaddor|MacCaddor, Kaelyn]]<br /> * [[PCs:Malulani jael MacMurray|MacMurray, Malulani jael]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kitiara Maelstrom|Maelstron, Kitiara]]<br /> * [[PCs:Jillanae Maleficarium|Maleficarium, Jillanae]]<br /> * [[PCs:Manuel the White|Manuel the White]]<br /> * [[PCs:Marie the Confounder|Marie]]<br /> * [[PCs:Vichan Marndry|Marndry, Vichan]]<br /> * [[PCs:Dale_Marshall|Marshall, Dale]]<br /> * [[PCs:Derek_Matthews|Matthews, Derek]]<br /> * [[PCs:Frida da Medican|Medican, Frida da]]<br /> * [[PCs:Janur da Medican|Medican, Janur da]]<br /> * [[PCs:Mendell|Mendell]]<br /> * [[PCs:Melonius Mennallin|Mennallin, Melonius]]<br /> * [[PCs:Quicksilver Meridan|Meridan, Quicksilver]]<br /> * [[PCs:Shana Merlin|Merlin, Shana]]<br /> * [[PCs:Mhog'ar|Mhog'ar]]<br /> * [[PCs:Godloth_Mikonar|Mikonar, Godloth]]<br /> * [[PCs:Ayren_Milen|Milen, Sir Ayren]]<br /> * [[PCs:Gilthodel Mir'Dolledh|Mir'Dolledh, Gilthodiel]]<br /> * [[PCs:Julian Montfort|Montfort, Julian]]<br /> * [[PCs:Mowghina Moonblood|Moonblood, Mowghina]]<br /> * [[PCs:Alia Moonstone|Moonstone, Alia]]<br /> * [[PCs:Zachar Mordecai| Mordecai, Zachar]]<br /> * [[PCs:Cairn Mosslel|Mosslel, Cairn]]<br /> * [[PCs:Mylo|Mylo]]<br /> * [[PCs:Arwan Mylwen|Mylwen, Arwan]]<br /> * [[PCs:Annie_Meygle|Meygle, Annie]]<br /> <br /> ==N==<br /> * [[PCs:Narwë|Narwë]]<br /> * [[PCs:Marin Nemelgen|Nemelgen, Marin]]<br /> * [[PCs:Sywyn Neren|Neren, Sywyn]]<br /> * [[PCs:Erriss Nerivenne|Nerivenne, Erriss]]<br /> * [[PCs:Logani Nightcrawler|Nightcrawler, Logani]]<br /> * [[PCs:Elros Nolimon|Nolimon, Elros]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kathea Nyht|Nyht, Kathea]]<br /> <br /> ==O==<br /> * [[PCs:Damar Ogdem|Ogdem, Damar]]<br /> * [[PCs:Oorayv'levena|Oorayv'levena]]<br /> * [[PCs:Aiquandol Orener the 3rd|Orener the 3rd, Aiquandol]] (missing)<br /> * [[PCs:Anyamaur Orener|Orener, Anyamur]]<br /> * [[PCs:Micah Elizabeth Ormane|Ormane, Micah Elizabeth]]<br /> <br /> ==P==<br /> * [[PCs:Pajal|Pajal]]<br /> * [[PCs:Ganden Pandorn|Pandorn, Ganden]]<br /> * [[PCs:Leopold Phefefhur|Phefefhur, Leopold]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kela Pureflank|Pureflank, Kela]]<br /> * [[PCs:Pyracanum|Pyracanum]]<br /> <br /> ==Q==<br /> ==R==<br /> * [[PCs:D'Anjal Veskandar Ra|Ra, Veskandar D'Anjal]]<br /> * [[PCs:Raen|Raen]]<br /> * [[PCs:Chival Rai|Rai, Chival]]<br /> * [[PCs:Edward Von Ravenstone|Von Ravenstone, Edward]]<br /> * [[PCs:Seka Ravenswylde|Ravenswylde, Seka]]<br /> * [[PCs:An'wen Re'lin|Re'lin, An'wen]]<br /> * [[PCs:Rello|Rello]]<br /> * [[PCs:Revan|Revan]]<br /> * [[PCs:Riadoc|Riadoc]]<br /> * [[PCs:Brant Risko|Risko, Brant]]<br /> * [[PCs:Anaraxis Romulus|Romulus, Anaraxis]]<br /> * [[PCs:Kered Rose|Rose, Kered]]<br /> * [[PCs:Ruby|Ruby]]<br /> * [[PCs:Jwolaroth Ruk|Ruk, Jwolaroth]]<br /> * [[PCs:Ulfeit Rumnaheim|Rumnaheim, Ulfeit]]<br /> * [[PCs:Losin Rockhands|Rockhands, Losin]]<br /> <br /> ==S==<br /> * [[PCs:Theresa Saint Albion|Saint Albion, Theresa ]]<br /> * [[PCs:Samwir|Samwir]]<br /> * [[PCs:Scientia Filia Hericus|Scientia Filia Hericus]]<br /> * [[PCs:Serenydion|Serenydion]]<br /> * [[PCs:Resthal Sethi|Sethi, Resthal]]<br /> * [[PCs:Sesamauhtis|Shaahilax]]<br /> * [[PCs:Enzaneti Sighkopaf|Sighkopaf, Enzaneti]]<br /> * [[PCs:Namlig Sirhc|Sirhc, Namlig]]<br /> * [[PCs:Ramiz Sii|Sii, Ramiz]]<br /> * [[PCs:Sinomi Sii|Sii, Sinomi]]<br /> * [[PCs:Findail Silaureth|Silaureth, Findail]]<br /> * [[PCs:Elong Singalong|Singalong, Elong]]<br /> * [[PCs:Melakin Skyweider|Skyweider, Melakin]]<br /> * [[PCs:Skavius Slaan |Slaan, Skavius]]<br /> * [[PCs:Snow| Snow]]<br /> * [[PCs:Ellowin_Be'tend_Snyder|Snyder, Ellowin Be'tend]]<br /> * [[PCs: Susallia Songbird|Songbird, Susallia]]<br /> * [[PCs:Morgoth Sorben|Sorben, Morgoth]]<br /> * [[PCs:Spit|Spit]]<br /> * [[PCs:Raging Squirrel|Squirrel, Raging]]<br /> * [[PCs:Gotthardt Staahl|Staahl, Gotthardt]]<br /> * [[PCs:Crunk Steelcaster|Steelcaster, Crunk]]<br /> * [[PCs:Hargas Steelhead|Steelhead, Hargas]]<br /> * [[PCs:Raldar Stonecleaver|Stonecleaver, Raldar]]<br /> * [[PCs:Shaniqua Stont|Stont, Shaniqua]]<br /> * [[PCs:Aspen Stormcat|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> * [[PCs:Thror Stormhammer|Stormhammer, Thror]]<br /> * [[PCs:Straccio|Straccio]]<br /> * [[PCs:Elenya|Strix, Elenya]] (deceased)<br /> * [[PCs:Ruby Summerset|Summerset, Ruby]]<br /> * [[PCs:Jade Summerset|Summerset, Jade]]<br /> * [[PCs:Sun-and-Moon | Sun-and-Moon]]<br /> * [[PCs:Sagan Sunderin|Sunderin, Sagan]]<br /> * [[PCs:Suuhoroh|Suuhoroh]]<br /> * [[PCs:Caitlin Swift|Swift, Caitlin]]<br /> * [[PCs:Terra Swift|Swift, Terra]]<br /> * [[PCs:Danicia Swifthand|Swifthand, Danicia]]<br /> <br /> ==T==<br /> * [[PCs:Ta'Ancorina|Ta'Ancorina]]<br /> * [[PCs:Nesara Tal'piriarn|Tal'piriarn, Nesara]]<br /> * [[PCs:Fassin Task|Task, Fassin]]<br /> * [[PCs:Milora Tena'tneth|Tena'tneth, Milora]]<br /> * [[PCs:Tevez|Tevez]]<br /> * [[PCs:Grag Tharashk|Tharashk, Grag]] (deceased)<br /> * [[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Thenald, Vastan]]<br /> * [[PCs:Mereppi Tinkerspell|Tinkerspell, Mereppi]]<br /> * [[PCs:Nirinthir Tir'ein |Tir'ein, Nirinthir]]<br /> * [[PCs:Za'Mael Tir'Ent|Tir'Ent, Za'Mael]]<br /> * [[PCs:Laen Toille|Toille, Laen]]<br /> * [[PCs:Vroshgrak Treesitter|Treesitter, Vroshgrak]]<br /> * [[PCs:Troth the Wanderer|Troth the Wanderer]]<br /> * [[PCs:Marek Tullio|Tullio, Marek]]<br /> * [[PCs:Nok Tumblefist|Tumblefist, Nok]]<br /> * [[PCs:Perygryne Twostep|Twostep, Perygryne]]<br /> * [[PCs:Tesh Tylnen|Tylnen, Tesh]]<br /> <br /> ==U==<br /> * [[PCs:Frederrick Uffelinter|Uffelinter, Frederrick]]<br /> * [[PCs:Unique|Unique]]<br /> * [[PCs:Grace Dane-Unuldur|Unuldur, Grace Dane]]<br /> * [[PCs:Morran Unuldur|Unuldur, Morran]]<br /> <br /> ==V==<br /> * [[PCs:Valinos|Valinos]]<br /> * [[PCs:Sammuel Valorian|Valorian, Sammuel]]<br /> * [[PCs:Vana|Vana]]<br /> * [[PCs:Vandor, Rika|Vandor, Rika]]<br /> * [[PCs:Ven, Shiloh|Ven, Shiloh]]<br /> * [[PCs:Vexus|Vexus]]<br /> * [[PCs:Vikaset|Vikaset]]<br /> * [[PCs:Vuko, Magdalena|Vuko, Magdalena]]<br /> <br /> ==W==<br /> * [[PCs:Robert Wallace|Wallace, Robert]]<br /> * [[PCs:Waylan in the Wood|Wood, Waylan in the]]<br /> * [[PCs:Richance Weller|Weller, Richance]]<br /> * [[PCs:Dala Wennen|Wennen, Dala]] (deceased)<br /> * [[PCs:Kai'Ral_Windspar|Windspar, Kai'Ral]] (deceased)<br /> * [[PCs:Moira_Celyn_Windspar|Windspar, Dame Moira Celyn]]<br /> <br /> ==X==<br /> * [[PCs:Xen|Xen]]<br /> * [[PCs:Xenith|Xenith]]<br /> * [[PCs:Alannah Xilo'rulithii|Xilo'rulithii, Alannah]]<br /> * [[PCs:Aman'dul_Xilo'rulithii|Xilo'rulithii, Aman'dul]]<br /> * [[PCs:Aurelinis_Xilo'rulithii|Xilo'rulithii, Aurelinis]]<br /> * [[PCs:Helin_Tuile_Xilo'rulithii|Xilo'rulithii, Helin Tuile]]<br /> * [[PCs:Miriel_Hana_Xilo'rulithii|Xilo'rulithii, Miriel Hana tel'Suzail]]<br /> * [[PCs:Orostau Nilnoste Xilo'rulithii|Xilo'rulithii, Orostau Nilnoste]]<br /> <br /> ==Y==<br /> ==Z==<br /> * [[PCs:Zamanaena, Karna'yeritath|Zamanaena, Karna'yeritath]]<br /> * [[PCs:Zaviel|Zaviel]]<br /> * [[PCs:Zor|Zor]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:PCs| PCs]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild:Order_of_Gorethar&diff=23946 2006-12-16T20:27:08Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: updated roster, recruiters, removed contest template</p> <hr /> <div>{{HolyOrder}}<br /> == [[Image:Gorethar.jpg|120px|Gorethar Holy Symbol]]&lt;br&gt; '''Order of Gorethar''' ==<br /> <br /> The Order of Gorethar is a religious order. As such, those seeking membership MUST be [[Alignment#Lawful Good|Lawful Good]] and worshippers of [[Gorethar]].&lt;p&gt;<br /> <br /> '''Guild Leader:''' Carek Smith, High Paladin &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Guild Officers:''' &lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Thror Stormhammer|Thror Stormhammer]], Advisor to the Order, High Paladin-retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tanmar Stronghammer, Head Cleric, Order Armorer&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Vastan Thenald]], Recruiter, Cleric in Residence--[[Mikona]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> Zahn Reyer, Quartermaster&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tyrius Rune, Archmage of the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> Halia Stonefire, Cleric in Residence--[[Ferrell]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aspen Stormcat|Aspen Stormcat]], Seneschal &amp; Treasurer&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]], Cleric in Residence--[[Elysia]], Recruiter, Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> Trenton Renil, Assistant Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> Edge Dravenmore, Assistant Quartermaster&lt;br&gt;<br /> Willian Patson, Recruiter&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Losin Rockhands|Losin Rockhands]], Recruiter&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''DM Sponsors:''' Olaf, spool32<br /> <br /> == General Information: ==<br /> <br /> '''''Base of operations:'''''<br /> Fortress of Light in [[Deglos]]. We also have a Hostel in [[Elysia]], a Chaplet in [[Mikona]], a Chaplet in [[Le'Or T'Nanshi|Le'Or]], a Chaplet in [[Visimontium]], and a Watchtower in [[Ferrell]].<br /> <br /> <br /> '''''How to contact us:'''''<br /> Recruiters are &lt;b&gt;[[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Vastan Thenald]]&lt;/b&gt; in [[Mikona]] ([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?mode=post&amp;u=6400 PM]), &lt;b&gt;[[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]]&lt;/b&gt; in [[Elysia]] ([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?andmode=post&amp;u=10159 PM]), &lt;b&gt;Sapphire Moon-Yana&lt;/b&gt; [[Elysia]] / [[T'Nanshi]], Losin Rockhands, [[Deglos]] and &lt;b&gt;[[PCs:Willian Patson|Willian Patson]]&lt;/b&gt; in the [[Kurathene]] Empire.([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?mode=post&amp;u=11016 PM]). However, speak to any member, and you will be pointed in the right direction. The Ordained wear silver and gold armor with blue capes, with either silver or gold edging. Initiates wear distinctive blue and gold armor with star-marked shoulder plates. Feel free to either send a letter or post a notice in the taverns in one of the above cities (though our most active bases are still Mikona and Elysia). <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''What we do:'''''<br /> The Order is dedicated to following [[Gorethar|Gorethar's]] teachings, upholding the law, and stamping out evil and chaos where ever it is found.<br /> <br /> '''''What to expect:'''''<br /> The Order of Gorethar is noted for excellent battle training, training in crafting, and leadership. The Order often organizes expeditions to destroy undead, participates in city defense, law enforcement, rescues, and other quests. <br /> <br /> <br /> '''&lt;u&gt;OOC Info:&lt;/u&gt;'''<br /> ''The Order of Gorethar is one of the oldest player run groups in Avlis, and we're still going strong, with 30+ active members, and over a hundred retired ones, almost all of whom have impacted Avlissan history in some fashion. The Order is one of the closest knit groups in the game, and though one of the hardest to get to full membership, there is a lot of great RP along the way with a super bunch of players and interesting characters. Any class of character is welcome, as long as the character is lawful good, and worships Gorethar.''<br /> <br /> == History and Origins of the Order ==<br /> <br /> Lord '''Vian Valorian''', heir to the [[Valorian]] fief in the [[Kurathene]] Empire, is a paladin of Gorethar, and as such, under the divine guidance of that God. Gorethar sent Lord Vian to southern Avlis on a mission, though he was unsure of what exactly his God wished—unsure, until he came to the city of [[Mikona]] in [[M%27Chek]]. He found that the city was in need of order, and crime was rampant. After prayer, Gorethar directed Vian’s path to the creation of the Order of Gorethar, with Lord Vian at its head as Arch Paladin. Gorethar brought together the people who would become the founding members of the Order, including the man who Vian chose to be the first High Paladin, '''Kaelyn McCaddor'''—perhaps one of the most well-known of the Order’s leaders. Others in this select group included the dwarf '''Kharak Hammerstar''', the Order’s first BattleMaster; '''Jorio Alerian''', cleric in residence of [[Mikona]], who went on to become the first Blessed High Cleric of the Order. There was also Lady Elyn, Kern of Gort, Durenunde, the bard '''Hargas Steelhead''', Drakken Talby, and '''Gloknall Heartcrusher'''. <br /> <br /> At first this group of Gorethar’s followers merely had similar goals—but as they came to know each other, those goals solidified, and the group began to work together to follow Gorethar’s path, under the capable leadership of McCaddor and Valorian. The Order really came into full being on January the 19th in the Winter of 2072, when the ''Council of the Faithful'' in Galdos recognized the Order, and gave its blessing and its charter to the Order of Gorethar. In May of 2073, the majority of the Order’s rankings and policies were set forth by the Arch Paladin, although the ranks of adherent and aspirant came much later, as the Order grew. Under the watchful stare of Lord Vian and the guidance of Kaelyn MacCaddor, the Order prospered, and the BattleMaster began to create many of our formation tactics, which are still used in the present day. At this time The Order was technically headquartered in [[Elysia]], though many of the Order chose to live in Mikona (as opposed to the current location in the Fortress of Light, in [[Deglos]], but this was because Elysia had the only fully dedicated temple to the BattleLord in southern Avlis at the time. Gorethar’s only representation in M'Chek was Brother Garlack, who had a small shrine in the Temple District in [[Mikona]]. Today, however, a full Temple to Gorethar stands there). At this early period in the Order’s history, the responsibility of law enforcement in Mikona was granted to the Order of Gorethar by the Noble and Common Houses of [[M%27Chek]] government. However, some say that the Order’s enforcement of the law was too aggressive, and eventually the duties of law enforcement was given over to the [[Guild:_Sword_of_Toran|Sword of Toran]] in January of 2084. The formal proclamation cited that the Sword was more in keeping of the ideals of the City’s government, and the teachings of Mikon.<br /> <br /> The Order of Gorethar is noted in history for its participation in the defeat of many foes of law and the greater good, including The Legion of Darkness, Nastassiou, The Mistress, The Coven of Seven, the Vortex of Chaos, the vampyre Lanessa, the lich Sorvanok, and the evil being known only as the Gentleman. Many of the Order of Gorethar’s members have distinguished themselves in the destruction of evil across the face of Avlis, in its long and noble history, including defending [[Mikona]] against dragons and Sereg', defense of the City of [[Elysia]] during the Second Fairy War, restoration of the Dwarven Quarters in [[Mikona]], guarding the people during the Great Migration from [[M%27Chek]] to [[Visimontium]], and the closing of the Rift in [[Ferrell]]. The Order has also helped in other endeavors, including working at and donations to the Shelter of Hope in [[Mikona]], providing scrolls and healing supplies during the plague that struck southern Avlis, and guarding shipments of food and other supplies to areas devastated during the [[M%27Chek-T%27Nanshi_War|M'Chek-T'Nanshi]] war.<br /> <br /> == Ranks and Advancement ==<br /> [[Image:Armor_examples.jpg|135px|thumb|Ordained and Initiates guarding Zevlan Dur]]<br /> [[Image:Ordination_ceremony.jpg|135px|thumb|An Ordination Ceremony]] <br /> There are a number of ranks in the Order of Gorethar. Those seeking membership must be accepted as probationers, and from there they can advance through a series of ranks until they reach junior membership, and then full membership. Advancement is NOT fast, though often it is steady, if one is an active participant in the Order.<br /> <br /> '''Rank Names, in ascending order:'''<br /> <br /> :Adherent (probationer)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Aspirant (novice member)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Inititate (junior member)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Ordained (full member)&lt;br&gt;<br /> :High Ordained (required for senior positions)&lt;br&gt;<br /> :Blessed&lt;br&gt;<br /> :Holy&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> == Virtues of Gorethar, as adhered to by the Order ==<br /> <br /> <br /> :*'''Justice:''' The law is to be upheld, but it is a tool to create conditions that allow everyone to live together without harm. Gorethar’s followers are expected to understand the spirit of the law, and apply it. Where the law is clear, and harms none, or even where it does not necessarily benefit all, those who follow Gorethar will uphold the law, and strive to make sure that punishment is given to those who break it. Justice is to be administered with mercy, and law applied with compassion. If a law is obviously unjust, then followers of Gorethar strive to change it from within. “First there is Justice, then reconciliation, then restitution, and finally, retribution.&quot;<br /> <br /> :*'''Vigilance:''' Those that follow Gorethar must ever be on the watch for evil, and fight to eradicate evil from the face of the earth. Undead and demon-kind are especially repugnant to Gorethar. Evil can also take the form of compelling others to do someone else’s will; slavery is something no one who follows Gorethar would condone. One also has the obligation to be watchful, and protect and succor those that cannot defend themselves. We strive to stand between those that are in danger and the evil that threatens them.<br /> <br /> :*'''Diligence:''' Planning, and the ability to follow through on plans and decisions is a prized trait. Worshippers of Gorethar strive for attentiveness in their work, steady and consistent effort, and being heedful of directions or orders. <br /> <br /> :*'''Fidelity:''' The unfailing fulfillment of one’s duties, obligations and strict adherence to vows and oaths is part of Gorethar’s tenets. Oath-breaking is taken extremely seriously, and punished harshly.<br /> <br /> :*'''Industriousness:''' Gorethar created the dwarves for a reason, and is one of the Gods of crafting. By crafting, one honors Gorethar by avoiding idleness and sloth, and creation is revered, for it brings order out of chaos.<br /> <br /> :*'''Temperance:''' Moderation and self-restraint helps one to be diligent and faithful. Overindulgence is to be avoided, as it tends to lead to chaotic behavior. This also applies to justice-- we must be leary of hurting innocents in our pursuit of evil, and exercise restaint in our efforts to smite evil, so that we do not inadvertantly kill those we are expected to protect.<br /> <br /> :*'''Prowess:''' Gorethar is the BattleLord for a reason. Effort is made to learn weapon work, strategy and tactics. The more weapons one can wield well, the greater one’s skill in battle, the greater one shows their devotion to Him. One should always strive to be able to defend others, and oneself, and fight against evil. <br /> <br /> :*'''Leadership:''' Followers of Gorethar, and especially in His Orders, are expected to be able to inspire others, guide them in the proper course and behaviors, and command in battle. This requires discipline, charisma, training, knowledge of formations, tactics, and strategy. Those who can also model proper behaviors (such as being orderly, courteous, diligent, faithful, just, etc.), be inspirational in word and deed are looked upon highly.<br /> <br /> == Notable Members of the Order ==<br /> Vian Valorian, Arch Paladin of the Order, Lord of [[Valorian]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> '''''High Ordained''''' &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> [[PCs:Kaelyn_MacCaddor|Kaelyn MacCaddor]], High Paladin - retired &lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Kharak_Hammerstar|Kharak Hammerstar]], &quot;Hammer of Gorethar&quot;, Battlemaster, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Jorio_Alerian|Jorio Alerian]], Blessed Head Cleric, Cleric in Residence Deglos, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Durenunde, Blessed, deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Allana Kalene, Senechal, Cleric in residence, Galdos, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan Lyonsen]], High Paladin, retired - Advisor to the Order, Blessed -- deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Loranna Anduriel, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan Kir]], Advisor to the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Carek Smith, High Paladin&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Thror Stormhammer|Thror Stormhammer]], High Paladin, Retired - Advisor to the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tanmar Stronghammer, Blessed Head Cleric - Order Armorer&lt;br&gt; <br /> [[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Vastan Thenald]], Recruiter - Cleric in Residence Mikona&lt;br&gt; <br /> Zahn Reyer - Quartermaster&lt;br&gt; <br /> Tyrius Rune - Archmage of the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aspen Stormcat|Aspen Stormcat]], Seneschal/Treasurer&lt;br&gt; <br /> <br /> '''''Ordained'''''&lt;br&gt; <br /> Feeb Ironfist, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Grano_Goodman|Grano Goodman]] - Cleric in Residence - Elysia, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> Kern of Gort, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hargas_Steelhead|Hargas Steelhead]], Poet of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aramil_Fynn|Aramil Fynn]], first Archmage of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Gloknall Heartcrusher &lt;br&gt;<br /> Lelik Hollyden, Recruiter, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Halia Stonefire, Director of Alchemical Supplies - Cleric in Residence Ferrell&lt;br&gt; <br /> <br /> [[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]], Recruiter - Director of Outside Relations - Cleric in Residence, Elysia&lt;br&gt; <br /> Herich Swift&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Terra Earthkin|Terra Earthkin]], battlemage&lt;br&gt; <br /> Edge Dravenmore, Assistant Quartermaster&lt;br&gt; <br /> Trenton Renil, Assistant Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> Willian Patson, Recruiter&lt;br&gt; <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Initiates'''''&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kaegen Clovenhelm, deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tharin Ironboard, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Mouse Hammerpaw, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Cord Willan, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Aria Ashby, battlemage, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Belevren_Graniteanvil|Belevrin Graniteanvil]], deceased<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Guilds|OrderofGorethar]]<br /> [[Category:Religious Orders|OrderofGorethar]]<br /> [[Category:HolyOrders:Greater|Order of Gorethar]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild:Order_of_Gorethar&diff=21494 2006-09-04T23:39:46Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Virtues of Gorethar, as adhered to by the Order */</p> <hr /> <div>{{HolyOrder}}<br /> {{Entry|user=Aspen Stormcat}}<br /> == [[Image:Gorethar.jpg|120px|Gorethar Holy Symbol]]&lt;br&gt; '''Order of Gorethar''' ==<br /> <br /> The Order of Gorethar is a religious order. As such, those seeking membership MUST be [[Alignment#Lawful Good|Lawful Good]] and worshippers of [[Gorethar]].&lt;p&gt;<br /> <br /> '''Guild Leader:''' Carek Smith, High Paladin &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Guild Officers:''' &lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Thror Stormhammer|Thror Stormhammer]], Advisor to the Order, High Paladin-retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tanmar Stronghammer, Head Cleric, Order Armorer&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Vastan Thenald]], Recruiter, Cleric in Residence--[[Mikona]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> Zahn Reyer, Quartermaster&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tyrius Rune, Archmage of the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> Halia Stonefire, Cleric in Residence--[[Ferrell]], Director of Alchemical Supplies&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aspen Stormcat|Aspen Stormcat]], Seneschal &amp; Treasurer&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]], Cleric in Residence--[[Elysia]], Recruiter, Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> Trenton Renil, Assistant Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> Edge Dravenmore, Assistant Quartermaster&lt;br&gt;<br /> Willian Patson, Recruiter&lt;br&gt;<br /> &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''DM Sponsors:''' Olaf, spool32, Vian<br /> <br /> == General Information: ==<br /> <br /> '''''Base of operations:'''''<br /> Fortress of Light in [[Deglos]]. We also have a Hostel in [[Elysia]], a Chaplet in [[Mikona]], a Chaplet in [[Le'Or T'Nanshi|Le'Or]], a Chaplet in [[Visimontium]], and a Watchtower in [[Ferrell]].<br /> <br /> <br /> '''''How to contact us:'''''<br /> Recruiters are &lt;b&gt;[[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Vastan Thenald]]&lt;/b&gt; in [[Mikona]] ([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?mode=post&amp;u=6400 PM]), &lt;b&gt;[[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]]&lt;/b&gt; in [[Elysia]] ([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?andmode=post&amp;u=10159 PM]) and &lt;b&gt;[[PCs:Willian Patson|Willian Patson]]&lt;/b&gt; in the [[Kurathene]] Empire.([http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?mode=post&amp;u=11016 PM]). However, speak to any member, and you will be pointed in the right direction. The Ordained wear silver and gold armor with blue capes, with either silver or gold edging. Initiates wear distinctive blue and gold armor with star-marked shoulder plates. Feel free to either send a letter or post a notice in the taverns in one of the above cities (though our most active bases are still Mikona and Elysia). <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''What we do:'''''<br /> The Order is dedicated to following [[Gorethar|Gorethar's]] teachings, upholding the law, and stamping out evil and chaos where ever it is found.<br /> <br /> '''''What to expect:'''''<br /> The Order of Gorethar is noted for excellent battle training, training in crafting, and leadership. The Order often organizes expeditions to destroy undead, participates in city defense, law enforcement, rescues, and other quests. <br /> <br /> <br /> '''&lt;u&gt;OOC Info:&lt;/u&gt;'''<br /> ''The Order of Gorethar is one of the oldest player run groups in Avlis, and we're still going strong, with 30+ active members, and over a hundred retired ones, almost all of whom have impacted Avlissan history in some fashion. The Order is one of the closest knit groups in the game, and though one of the hardest to get to full membership, there is a lot of great RP along the way with a super bunch of players and interesting characters. Any class of character is welcome, as long as the character is lawful good, and worships Gorethar.''<br /> <br /> == History and Origins of the Order ==<br /> <br /> Lord '''Vian Valorian''', heir to the [[Valorian]] fief in the [[Kurathene]] Empire, is a paladin of Gorethar, and as such, under the divine guidance of that God. Gorethar sent Lord Vian to southern Avlis on a mission, though he was unsure of what exactly his God wished—unsure, until he came to the city of [[Mikona]] in [[M%27Chek]]. He found that the city was in need of order, and crime was rampant. After prayer, Gorethar directed Vian’s path to the creation of the Order of Gorethar, with Lord Vian at its head as Arch Paladin. Gorethar brought together the people who would become the founding members of the Order, including the man who Vian chose to be the first High Paladin, '''Kaelyn McCaddor'''—perhaps one of the most well-known of the Order’s leaders. Others in this select group included the dwarf '''Kharak Hammerstar''', the Order’s first BattleMaster; '''Jorio Alerian''', cleric in residence of [[Mikona]], who went on to become the first Blessed High Cleric of the Order. There was also Lady Elyn, Kern of Gort, Durenunde, the bard '''Hargas Steelhead''', Drakken Talby, and '''Gloknall Heartcrusher'''. <br /> <br /> At first this group of Gorethar’s followers merely had similar goals—but as they came to know each other, those goals solidified, and the group began to work together to follow Gorethar’s path, under the capable leadership of McCaddor and Valorian. The Order really came into full being on January the 19th in the Winter of 2072, when the ''Council of the Faithful'' in Galdos recognized the Order, and gave its blessing and its charter to the Order of Gorethar. In May of 2073, the majority of the Order’s rankings and policies were set forth by the Arch Paladin, although the ranks of adherent and aspirant came much later, as the Order grew. Under the watchful stare of Lord Vian and the guidance of Kaelyn MacCaddor, the Order prospered, and the BattleMaster began to create many of our formation tactics, which are still used in the present day. At this time The Order was technically headquartered in [[Elysia]], though many of the Order chose to live in Mikona (as opposed to the current location in the Fortress of Light, in [[Deglos]], but this was because Elysia had the only fully dedicated temple to the BattleLord in southern Avlis at the time. Gorethar’s only representation in M'Chek was Brother Garlack, who had a small shrine in the Temple District in [[Mikona]]. Today, however, a full Temple to Gorethar stands there). At this early period in the Order’s history, the responsibility of law enforcement in Mikona was granted to the Order of Gorethar by the Noble and Common Houses of [[M%27Chek]] government. However, some say that the Order’s enforcement of the law was too aggressive, and eventually the duties of law enforcement was given over to the [[Guild:_Sword_of_Toran|Sword of Toran]] in January of 2084. The formal proclamation cited that the Sword was more in keeping of the ideals of the City’s government, and the teachings of Mikon.<br /> <br /> The Order of Gorethar is noted in history for its participation in the defeat of many foes of law and the greater good, including The Legion of Darkness, Nastassiou, The Mistress, The Coven of Seven, the Vortex of Chaos, the vampyre Lanessa, the lich Sorvanok, and the evil being known only as the Gentleman. Many of the Order of Gorethar’s members have distinguished themselves in the destruction of evil across the face of Avlis, in its long and noble history, including defending [[Mikona]] against dragons and Sereg', defense of the City of [[Elysia]] during the Second Fairy War, restoration of the Dwarven Quarters in [[Mikona]], guarding the people during the Great Migration from [[M%27Chek]] to [[Visimontium]], and the closing of the Rift in [[Ferrell]]. The Order has also helped in other endeavors, including working at and donations to the Shelter of Hope in [[Mikona]], providing scrolls and healing supplies during the plague that struck southern Avlis, and guarding shipments of food and other supplies to areas devastated during the [[M%27Chek-T%27Nanshi_War|M'Chek-T'Nanshi]] war.<br /> <br /> == Ranks and Advancement ==<br /> [[Image:Armor_examples.jpg|135px|thumb|Ordained and Initiates guarding Zevlan Dur]]<br /> [[Image:Ordination_ceremony.jpg|135px|thumb|An Ordination Ceremony]] <br /> There are a number of ranks in the Order of Gorethar. Those seeking membership must be accepted as probationers, and from there they can advance through a series of ranks until they reach junior membership, and then full membership. Advancement is NOT fast, though often it is steady, if one is an active participant in the Order.<br /> <br /> '''Rank Names, in ascending order:'''<br /> <br /> :Adherent (probationer)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Aspirant (novice member)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Inititate (junior member)&lt;br&gt; <br /> :Ordained (full member)&lt;br&gt;<br /> :High Ordained (required for senior positions)&lt;br&gt;<br /> :Blessed&lt;br&gt;<br /> :Holy&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> == Virtues of Gorethar, as adhered to by the Order ==<br /> <br /> <br /> :*'''Justice:''' The law is to be upheld, but it is a tool to create conditions that allow everyone to live together without harm. Gorethar’s followers are expected to understand the spirit of the law, and apply it. Where the law is clear, and harms none, or even where it does not necessarily benefit all, those who follow Gorethar will uphold the law, and strive to make sure that punishment is given to those who break it. Justice is to be administered with mercy, and law applied with compassion. If a law is obviously unjust, then followers of Gorethar strive to change it from within. “First there is Justice, then reconciliation, then restitution, and finally, retribution.&quot;<br /> <br /> :*'''Vigilance:''' Those that follow Gorethar must ever be on the watch for evil, and fight to eradicate evil from the face of the earth. Undead and demon-kind are especially repugnant to Gorethar. Evil can also take the form of compelling others to do someone else’s will; slavery is something no one who follows Gorethar would condone. One also has the obligation to be watchful, and protect and succor those that cannot defend themselves. We strive to stand between those that are in danger and the evil that threatens them.<br /> <br /> :*'''Diligence:''' Planning, and the ability to follow through on plans and decisions is a prized trait. Worshippers of Gorethar strive for attentiveness in their work, steady and consistent effort, and being heedful of directions or orders. <br /> <br /> :*'''Fidelity:''' The unfailing fulfillment of one’s duties, obligations and strict adherence to vows and oaths is part of Gorethar’s tenets. Oath-breaking is taken extremely seriously, and punished harshly.<br /> <br /> :*'''Industriousness:''' Gorethar created the dwarves for a reason, and is one of the Gods of crafting. By crafting, one honors Gorethar by avoiding idleness and sloth, and creation is revered, for it brings order out of chaos.<br /> <br /> :*'''Temperance:''' Moderation and self-restraint helps one to be diligent and faithful. Overindulgence is to be avoided, as it tends to lead to chaotic behavior. This also applies to justice-- we must be leary of hurting innocents in our pursuit of evil, and exercise restaint in our efforts to smite evil, so that we do not inadvertantly kill those we are expected to protect.<br /> <br /> :*'''Prowess:''' Gorethar is the BattleLord for a reason. Effort is made to learn weapon work, strategy and tactics. The more weapons one can wield well, the greater one’s skill in battle, the greater one shows their devotion to Him. One should always strive to be able to defend others, and oneself, and fight against evil. <br /> <br /> :*'''Leadership:''' Followers of Gorethar, and especially in His Orders, are expected to be able to inspire others, guide them in the proper course and behaviors, and command in battle. This requires discipline, charisma, training, knowledge of formations, tactics, and strategy. Those who can also model proper behaviors (such as being orderly, courteous, diligent, faithful, just, etc.), be inspirational in word and deed are looked upon highly.<br /> <br /> == Notable Members of the Order ==<br /> Vian Valorian, Arch Paladin of the Order, Lord of [[Valorian]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> '''''High Ordained''''' &lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> [[PCs:Kaelyn_MacCaddor|Kaelyn MacCaddor]], High Paladin - retired &lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Kharak_Hammerstar|Kharak Hammerstar]], &quot;Hammer of Gorethar&quot;, Battlemaster, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Jorio_Alerian|Jorio Alerian]], Blessed Head Cleric, Cleric in Residence Deglos, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Durenunde, Blessed, deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Allana Kalene, Senechal, Cleric in residence, Galdos, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan Lyonsen]], High Paladin, retired - Advisor to the Order, Blessed -- deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Loranna Anduriel, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan Kir]], Advisor to the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Carek Smith, High Paladin&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Thror Stormhammer|Thror Stormhammer]], High Paladin, Retired - Advisor to the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tanmar Stronghammer, Blessed Head Cleric - Order Armorer&lt;br&gt; <br /> [[PCs:Vastan Thenald|Vastan Thenald]], Recruiter - Cleric in Residence Mikona&lt;br&gt; <br /> Zahn Reyer - Quartermaster&lt;br&gt; <br /> Tyrius Rune - Archmage of the Order&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aspen Stormcat|Aspen Stormcat]], Seneschal/Treasurer&lt;br&gt; <br /> <br /> '''''Ordained'''''&lt;br&gt; <br /> Feeb Ironfist, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Grano_Goodman|Grano Goodman]] - Cleric in Residence - Elysia, retired&lt;br&gt; <br /> Kern of Gort, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Hargas_Steelhead|Hargas Steelhead]], Poet of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Aramil_Fynn|Aramil Fynn]], first Archmage of the Order, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Gloknall Heartcrusher &lt;br&gt;<br /> Lelik Hollyden, Recruiter, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Halia Stonefire, Director of Alchemical Supplies - Cleric in Residence Ferrell&lt;br&gt; <br /> <br /> [[PCs:Hert Snyder|Hert Snyder]], Recruiter - Director of Outside Relations - Cleric in Residence, Elysia&lt;br&gt; <br /> Herich Swift&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Terra Earthkin|Terra Earthkin]], battlemage&lt;br&gt; <br /> Edge Dravenmore, Assistant Quartermaster&lt;br&gt; <br /> Trenton Renil, Assistant Director of Outside Relations&lt;br&gt;<br /> Willian Patson, Recruiter&lt;br&gt; <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Initiates'''''&lt;br&gt;<br /> Kaegen Clovenhelm, deceased&lt;br&gt;<br /> Tharin Ironboard, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Mouse Hammerpaw, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Cord Willan, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> Aria Ashby, battlemage, retired&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[PCs:Belevren_Graniteanvil|Belevrin Graniteanvil]], deceased<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Guilds|OrderofGorethar]]<br /> [[Category:Religious Orders|OrderofGorethar]]<br /> [[Category:HolyOrders:Greater|Order of Gorethar]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild:Order_of_Gorethar&diff=21493 2006-09-04T23:25:39Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Notable Members of the Order */</p> <hr /> <div></div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=PCs:Aspen_Stormcat&diff=19572 2006-07-06T16:06:44Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: </p> <hr /> <div>{{PC}}<br /> [[Image:Aspen.jpg|frame| Aspen Stormcat &lt;br&gt; [http://campus.pc.edu/staff/areed/images/gaming/aspen_portraits/ Game Avatar]]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen-headshot.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen today]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Aspirant.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen at the Elysia Hostel as an Aspirant]]<br /> [[Image:Vichan_counsels_Aspen.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Former High Paladin Vichan Lyonsen advising Aspen]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Zahn_undead.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen fighting in the Mikona Crypts]]<br /> [[Image:FoM-aspen-strikes.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen strikes down spirits in the Forest of Midnight]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen_Temple_Toran_Kuras.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Visiting the Temple of Toran in Kuras]]<br /> [[Image:Air_elementals_armor.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Battle in the Elemental Tower]]<br /> [[Image:Auction1.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Ferrell Trade Fair: Zayn Reyer, Aspen, Aradan Kir]] <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FFD700; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |+ style=&quot;font-size: larger;&quot; | http://www.blackdagger.com/gallery/data/558/4846gorethar_forum.gif &lt;br&gt;'''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> | <br /> '''Age:''' 24 years &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Race:''' Human&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Gender:''' Female&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Birthplace:''' [[Osannia]], Kurathene Empire&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Current Residence:''' Elysia (since she was 17) &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Titles, Occupations:''' <br /> * Paladin of [[Gorethar]]<br /> * Ordained in the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]<br /> * Seneschal and Treasurer for the Order of Gorethar <br /> *Officer in the Elysian Defense Force<br /> * Officer in [[Le'Megen T'Elysia|Le'Megen T'Elysia]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;hr style=&quot;width:0px;background-color:#FFFFFF; border: 0px solid; margin: 0px&quot; &gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;float: bottom; background: #87CEFA; line-height:1.2; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 10px 0 4px;&quot; <br /> |+ <br /> == About Aspen ==<br /> |-<br /> | Aspen is a dedicated paladin of the Order of Gorethar. She left home at 13 to escape a marriage, and found her path to Gorethar several years later. She came to Elysia after hearing about the Order when passing through Deglos. She was accepted as adherent under the then High Paladin, Vichan Lyonsen, who also became her mentor. She was noted for excellent reporting, organization, and developing several innovative programs within the Order. She became the youngest person in the Order to ever achieve Ordained status. Her early history and her more recent activities can be read in her journal, [http://www.avlis.org/viewtopic.php?t=77025 Letters to Valorian] .<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Excerpts from Aspen's Journal: Letters to Valorian -- ''The Tale of Markus'' ==<br /> {{Entry|user=Aspen Stormcat}}<br /> &lt;div align=&quot;justify&quot;&gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A tall, muscular woman, with glossy black hair pulled back in a pony-tail, stops a courier in [[Elysia]]. Her blue eyes looks curiously vulnerable, considering she is wearing the gold and silver plate mail and dark blue cloak of the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]. As she turns her head to dig into a bag for a letter, the scar that stretches from her forehead down her left cheek, past the corner of her mouth and on to her chin stands out whitely from a tanned face. She speaks quietly to the courier, and hands him a carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of [[Gorethar]] in blue wax with gold flecks, and a sum of gold. The courier touches his forehead, and runs off toward the docks.'' <br /> <br /> Brother Vian--<br /> <br /> As you've requested, I'm sending you some information about me. I think it's probably going to take more than one letter, though. Thank you for taking the time to speak with me the other evening... <br /> <br /> Well, Brother, I grew up in northern [[Osannia]]. My family raised oxen for the caravan and wool trade, and I had lots of brothers and sisters. As soon as it was possible, my father arranged a marriage for me, but I did not want to marry, and so ran away, when I could not get him to listen. I was all of thirteen, I think.. may have been a bit younger. I was tall and gangly, and passed myself off as a boy, and got work at the hiring faires during the summer, working as a herder, or in stables, and so forth. Toward the fall, though I grew some, and was having a harder and harder time passing myself off as a boy. It was the last harvest faire, and I was worried about the winter, when I got hired to work at an inn in southern Osannia called the Ox and Hound. They needed someone to work in the stables, and they would give me one set of clothes, 2 meals a day, one of them hot, and some silver each month. I could sleep in the stables, and I counted myself very fortunate. <br /> <br /> Everything seemed fine. But I couldn't pass myself off as a boy anymore.. and the eldest son noticed. His name was Markus, and he was much older than I.. like 20, or so, I think. He was very handsome, but as you'll read, I had reason to start to hate and distrust the very sight of him. He started hanging around the barn, and watching me. That's all he did at first.. just watched me work. Then he started making comments.. about my work... and making it harder.. then started setting thing up so that I'd trip, or have to do things over.. like fouling the hay, or water, or tipping the wheelbarrow full of manure over... then blame me for not doing my work well. He called me clumsy, and started saying things to inn patrons, or those who came to the stable, that I wasn't quite.. bright, or right in the head. Then Markus started placing himself in my path, so I'd have to brush by him, to get my work done... it kept getting progressively worse. He started to.. whip me... and finally... he showed up, one night, in the loft.. with a knife... and held me down.. and cut my cheek.. and hurt me more, threatening me with worse, if I didn't do.. what he wanted. <br /> <br /> The next day, he told the others that &quot;Bumbletoes had fallen against a scythe and cut herself... &quot; And no one questioned him, or thought anything more about it. I was only a hired hand, he was the eldest son of a well-respected innkeeper. By this time, winter was hard upon the village, and the snow knee-deep or worse in places.. and I had no where to go. That winter was the longest of my life.. and every day, the ropes and long leather straps in the barn, and the rafters overhead, began to look more and more like the only way I could escape Markus... <br /> <br /> Then we had a sudden, early thaw, and a ''kompania'' of [[Romini]] rode into the village, and into the inn yard. They were noisy, and bright, and colorful.. and laughed. Brother... I had to go out to see, so I crept to the big stable door, and peeked out. The woman who seemed to be in charge of all of them, was an older woman, gnarled with age, and had a bright headscarf. She reminded me of my own grammy.. and she must have realized something was wrong.. She came to see me, and before I knew it, I had told her everything. She offered to get me away, and I agreed. Markus was kept too busy in the Inn to come to the stables. One of the [[Romini]] was a weatherwitch, and said there was a storm coming in. So I hid in one of the wagons.. and as the storm broke, they left, taking me with them. I didn't know it, but they also took many of the Inn's oxen, too.. (that's where the warrant came from, it named me as an accessory to the theft of livestock). <br /> <br /> They kept me with them, for a very long time, always traveling south. I owe the Romini a lot, and have always checked on them, and with them, whenever I can. Finally, they judged me well enough, and far enough away, that I could go once more on my own.. and so I left them. I worked more, generally on farms, but always with a way to get away if I needed to, though at that time, I tended to also... drink, to forget. And I did manage to forget the whole thing, for a very long time. <br /> <br /> How I came to [[Gorethar]], is a story I will save for another letter, Brother. May He keep you well, and His light shine down on your paths, as you travel.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;77%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of [[Gorethar]] in blue wax with gold flecks is delivered via courier. Underneath the darkly written signature is a seal of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian,<br /> <br /> I've gotten some more time, so I thought I would write you about how I came to be one of [[Gorethar]]'s holy warriors. Please, brother, tell me if I have gone beyond what you requested... <br /> <br /> As I said at the end of my last letter, I was working at farms, during this time, rather aimlessly wandering south and east. And I was drinking, usually spending all my coin in local taverns getting drunk. A lot of this period is a blank to me, brother. <br /> <br /> However, I had been working a number of months at a small farm to the north of a village on the border of [[Deglos]] and [[Brekon]]. It was owned by a small family with a little boy, who I remember reminded me of my youngest brother. His name was Owen, I think.... it's so long ago, now, or so it seems. We became close, in that we often played, when our chores were done-- he was such a fun boy-- full of mischief, and laughter. He had light brownish hair... <br /> <br /> Anyway, I know that when I drank, I would get angry.. and often I'd fight, or attempt to... I don't remember much other than awaking with bruises and cuts many times. I lost work because of it... and I knew I should stop, but I also knew there was something I didn't want to remember. So I worked, traveled, drank, and got into trouble, which made me have to move on. <br /> <br /> But... that farm. I had just gotten paid... and had walked into town, and went to the tavern. I'd had a few drinks, when someone ran by, yelling about fire and raiders... I ran outside, with an ale mug in my hand, and saw the smoke... and saw that it was coming from the north. I dropped the mug, and ran.... I don't know what I thought I'd do when I got there... but all I could think of was Owen. As I ran, the smoke got thicker, and I could hear yelling, screams, and this hoarse chanting. I came off the road, and ran through the trees toward the barn, and I could see it was in flames, the roof was outlined in flames, and the oxen were screaming. There was a lot of screaming, Brother.... I'm sure I was screaming, too, as I ran down the hill... I could see the farmyard was churned to mud... men from the village and orcs.. the raiders, were fighting. I looked about frantically, and off to one side, saw something that caught my eye... sprawled on the ground, trying to move. I ran, and slid in the mud, and ended up crawling over to it.. and it was Owen. I picked him up, into my lap... he was badly wounded brother... he'd been gutted by a spear, though I didn't recognize it at the time. He looked at me, Brother, and asked me, in a sweet, broken voice, where was I, when the orcs came .... and I had no answer for him. Owen died, as I held him....<br /> <br /> After the funerals... I left, and traveled into [[Deglos]]... and railed at myself. I wandered, looking for answers. I felt a tugging, a need, for something, some direction, and some way... to stop others from being hurt so. I wanted to be able to fight, properly, and defend.. that was what drove me, in the end, to seek one of [[Gorethar]]'s shrines. It was what caused me to stop, and pray... pray for guidance, and for a chance to prove myself worthy, of something... To make what happened before have meaning, and to give my life purpose. <br /> <br /> I don't know how long I prayed, Brother.. but [[Gorethar]] answered, and accepted me as one of His warriors. <br /> <br /> I'd heard in [[Deglos]], about the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order]], and made my way from there to [[Elysia]], and wrote a note, and posted it about the taverns. Brother [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]] answered me, and set up a meeting.. and Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]] welcomed me into the Order. Much of the rest of what happened from there on, until I was Ordained, is in my reports, Brother. <br /> <br /> But things with Markus weren't over... but this letter is long enough, I think. I'll write more on that, another time.<br /> <br /> I hope to hear from you soon, Brother. May [[Gorethar]] bless your work.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;left&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A sealed letter is delivered, the handwriting inscribing your name grown familiar. The seal at the end of the letter is that of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian...<br /> <br /> Thank you for your words of encouragement. I would like to think that Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]], whom I grew very close to, and thought of as almost a father, would be proud of what I have done. It was his guidance and support, and that of Brothers [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]], Carek, and Zahn (who was my sponsor), that helped me through the most trying part of my experiences.<br /> <br /> As I said Brother, I buried and forgot what happened to me, in that Inn in Spruce Run. It wasn't until I was sorely injured with broken ribs, and laid up in the [[Mikona]] Chaplet (I'd gotten stomped on by a number of minotaurs during a training session, and while I'd been mostly healed, a cracked rib snapped, and damaged something inside) that things began to resurface. Brother Carek heard the story first... and he recommended I speak to Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]], and Brother [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]].. who were our advisors at the time. Both worked with me, and helped me... I was an initiate at the time. <br /> <br /> I'd healed enough to come back to [[Elysia]], and was speaking with someone out at Elf Gate, when a vaguely familiar man wearing an Elysian guard uniform came up to me, and before I knew what he was going to do, he ran a finger over the scar on my cheek. I was stunned... It was Markus, Brother. And before I could recover he sauntered off, claiming I'd see him again.<br /> <br /> Well, I was angry, and scared, and so I spoke to Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonson|Vichan]]. He decided that Brother Zahn would follow up with the Elysian Guard to find out more about what Markus was doing. Markus dropped out of sight for a while, Brother, and I was promoted to Ordained, when I'd passed my Trials. Then.. Markus resurfaced.. and began actively trying to discredit me, since we were trying to find out Markus' records and activities. Several times, by using someone who claimed to need help, he lured me into areas to try and approach me. Then I was attacked by a group of bounty hunters out in the wilds, who said that there was a reward for me, in the Kurathene, and that they meant to collect. That's when I found out about the fine in [[Osannia]], Brother. And even though I was young, and didn't know about what happened, I still had that charge against me. To prevent Markus from having that hold over me, I chose to pay the fine. (Thank you again, for helping me with that.. and I am glad I was able to pay you back).<br /> <br /> Markus was getting bolder, and angrier, that I had not stopped trying to find out about him. He hinted, several times, that all I need to do, to make him stop... was to &quot;kiss and make up.&quot; I knew, though, that if I did that, I'd never be rid of him. I also knew, that if I was to get the General or the Guard commander to believe me, I needed a witness from outside the Order. So I contacted the Speaker for the [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]], and asked for some help-- just as a witness, to verify what happened... and tried to set up a meeting with Markus. I wanted to make it appear that I was considering giving in... But it didnt' work out at all the way I'd planned, Brother. <br /> <br /> I'd met and sent the person the Speaker sent for me, on ahead to the barn were I'd arranged to meet Markus. Then I went in, and waited... and a badger came in-- it turned out, that this was a [[changeling]] that Markus had been working with for years. And he wanted to do 'something different, something exciting'.. so I worked with him to have him expose Markus. I demanded some written proof, of what Markus had been doing, and he agreed, for the price of a magical flail. We arranged to meet at the Hostel.... <br /> <br /> I went back there, with my witness, and found Brother Carek, Brother Vastan, Sister Terra and Brother Baloth. The changeling showed up, in a little while.. and Brother-- he revealed that the &quot;war commendations&quot; that Markus had gotten, were faked... as what he had done, was with the help of the [[changeling]]. He'd supposedly rescued a fey girl from the [[shaahesk]]... and that [[shaahesk]] was the [[changeling]]. He'd also supposedly rescued the Guard Commander from the unseelie... but the Guard commander died (how, I'm not sure, but wouldn't be surprised if Markus had killed him) and the Commander we knew, was actually the [[changeling]], and had been for years. He transformed before us, to prove it. The [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]] witness saw it as well... that, and the written and signed statement he gave was what we needed... and Brother Carek demanded to know where Markus was... The [[changeling]] gave the address, and then left, and Carek and [[PCs:Baloth|Baloth]] went there to apprehend Markus... but he'd fled, while we'd been speaking with the [[changeling]]-- the [[changeling]] had warned him.<br /> <br /> So... both of them got out of the City. And while my name was cleared, and the Guard was restored... I was unsatisfied. I didn't feel like justice had been truly done. I notified the [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]], in [[T%27Nanshi]], and they agreed to watch out for Markus. There wasn't anything else I could do... I am no tracker, and Markus had had hours to make good his escape. <br /> <br /> So. I went about my duties. Brother Carek followed up with the Elysian Guard to make sure all was well with them, and spoke to the General, I believe. However, things were not.. quite.. over. <br /> <br /> I had stopped by Fanos' shop to sell a few odds and ends, and to buy bottles for the Hostel. We were chatting a bit, when the door opened, and closed.. I didn't pay much attention. I went to leave, and the door was locked. When I looked back at Fanos, he was being attacked... by Markus! Brother, I moved as swiftly as I could, but Markus had already skewered him. Attacking Fanos made Markus visible, and he apparently wanted me to be able to see and hear him.<br /> <br /> He'd come back for me, Brother. He was furious that I'd ruined his plans, and said that if he couldn't have me, no one would.. and since he'd just killed Fanos, and attacked me-- I knew I was in the right of law to strike him down. So we fought.. Markus taunting me that [[Gorethar]] couldn't help me... but I called upon His power, and knocked Markus flat, and though he struggled and got up to fight more, I knocked him down again-- I was surprised to find out he was no match for me, so in the end, I slew him.<br /> <br /> When I searched his body, I found the Guard cloak and emblems, which I had returned to them. I called over a local cleric, and they raised Fanos. I also found a ring, Brother... that belonged to the elderly [[Romini]] who helped me escape from Markus-- and the only way he could have gotten that from her was to kill her. I mourned her passing, and kept the ring as a remembrance. [[Gorethar]]'s will and justice had been done, and many of my old fears died with Markus, there in the alchemist's shop.<br /> <br /> Now, Brother.. I am slowing opening up to my brothers and sisters.. and to others, who offer me kindness. It's hard, and at times, I still feel awkward, and uncomfortable. I don't know how to deal with the ... attention, some men have paid to me. I am most comfortable at my work, for the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order]]... <br /> <br /> And yet... I am beginning to wonder, if there are things that I am missing... or people that I've been afraid to know. I trust in [[Gorethar]], to lead me down the path that is right, for many new ones have now opened before me. <br /> <br /> I trust this letter finds you well, m'lord. May [[Gorethar]] shine His light on your travels.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |} &lt;/div&gt;<br /> [[Category:PCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:ElysiaPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:DeglosianPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=PCs:Aspen_Stormcat&diff=14618 2006-07-06T16:04:52Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: </p> <hr /> <div>{{PC}}<br /> [[Image:Aspen.jpg|frame| Aspen Stormcat &lt;br&gt; [http://campus.pc.edu/staff/areed/images/gaming/aspen_portraits/ Game Avatar]]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen-headshot.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen today]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Aspirant.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen at the Elysia Hostel as an Aspirant]]<br /> [[Image:Vichan_counsels_Aspen.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Former High Paladin Vichan Lyonsen advising Aspen]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Zahn_undead.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen fighting in the Mikona Crypts]]<br /> [[Image:FoM-aspen-strikes.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen strikes down spirits in the Forest of Midnight]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen_Temple_Toran_Kuras.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Visiting the Temple of Toran in Kuras]]<br /> [[Image:Air_elementals_armor.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Battle in the Elemental Tower]]<br /> [[Image:Auction1.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Ferrell Trade Fair: Zayn Reyer, Aspen, Aradan Kir]] <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FFD700; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |+ style=&quot;font-size: larger;&quot; | http://www.blackdagger.com/gallery/data/558/4846gorethar_forum.gif &lt;br&gt;'''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> | <br /> '''Age:''' 24 years &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Race:''' Human&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Gender:''' Female&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Birthplace:''' [[Osannia]], Kurathene Empire&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Current Residence:''' Elysia (since she was 17) &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Titles, Occupations:''' <br /> * Paladin of [[Gorethar]]<br /> * Ordained in the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]<br /> * Seneschal and Treasurer for the Order of Gorethar <br /> *Officer in the Elysian Defense Force<br /> * Officer in [[Le'Megen T'Elysia|Le'Megen T'Elysia]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;hr style=&quot;width:0px;background-color:#FFFFFF; border: 0px solid; margin: 0px&quot; &gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;float: bottom; background: #87CEFA; line-height:1.2; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 10px 0 4px;&quot; <br /> |+ <br /> == About Aspen ==<br /> |-<br /> | Aspen is a dedicated paladin of the Order of Gorethar. She left home at 13 to escape a marriage, and found her path to Gorethar several years later. She came to Elysia after hearing about the Order when passing through Deglos. She was accepted as adherent under the then High Paladin, Vichan Lyonsen, who also became her mentor. She was noted for excellent reporting, organization, and developing several innovative programs within the Order. She became the youngest person in the Order to ever achieve Ordained status. Her early history and her more recent activities can be read in her journal, [http://www.avlis.org/viewtopic.php?t=77025 Letters to Valorian] .<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Excerpts from Aspen's Journal: Letters to Valorian -- ''The Tale of Markus'' ==<br /> {{Entry|user=Aspen Stormcat}}<br /> &lt;div align=&quot;justify&quot;&gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A tall, muscular woman, with glossy black hair pulled back in a pony-tail, stops a courier in [[Elysia]]. Her blue eyes looks curiously vulnerable, considering she is wearing the gold and silver plate mail and dark blue cloak of the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]. As she turns her head to dig into a bag for a letter, the scar that stretches from her forehead down her left cheek, past the corner of her mouth and on to her chin stands out whitely from a tanned face. She speaks quietly to the courier, and hands him a carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of [[Gorethar]] in blue wax with gold flecks, and a sum of gold. The courier touches his forehead, and runs off toward the docks.'' <br /> <br /> Brother Vian--<br /> <br /> As you've requested, I'm sending you some information about me. I think it's probably going to take more than one letter, though. Thank you for taking the time to speak with me the other evening... <br /> <br /> Well, Brother, I grew up in northern [[Osannia]]. My family raised oxen for the caravan and wool trade, and I had lots of brothers and sisters. As soon as it was possible, my father arranged a marriage for me, but I did not want to marry, and so ran away, when I could not get him to listen. I was all of thirteen, I think.. may have been a bit younger. I was tall and gangly, and passed myself off as a boy, and got work at the hiring faires during the summer, working as a herder, or in stables, and so forth. Toward the fall, though I grew some, and was having a harder and harder time passing myself off as a boy. It was the last harvest faire, and I was worried about the winter, when I got hired to work at an inn in southern Osannia called the Ox and Hound. They needed someone to work in the stables, and they would give me one set of clothes, 2 meals a day, one of them hot, and some silver each month. I could sleep in the stables, and I counted myself very fortunate. <br /> <br /> Everything seemed fine. But I couldn't pass myself off as a boy anymore.. and the eldest son noticed. His name was Markus, and he was much older than I.. like 20, or so, I think. He was very handsome, but as you'll read, I had reason to start to hate and distrust the very sight of him. He started hanging around the barn, and watching me. That's all he did at first.. just watched me work. Then he started making comments.. about my work... and making it harder.. then started setting thing up so that I'd trip, or have to do things over.. like fouling the hay, or water, or tipping the wheelbarrow full of manure over... then blame me for not doing my work well. He called me clumsy, and started saying things to inn patrons, or those who came to the stable, that I wasn't quite.. bright, or right in the head. Then Markus started placing himself in my path, so I'd have to brush by him, to get my work done... it kept getting progressively worse. He started to.. whip me... and finally... he showed up, one night, in the loft.. with a knife... and held me down.. and cut my cheek.. and hurt me more, threatening me with worse, if I didn't do.. what he wanted. <br /> <br /> The next day, he told the others that &quot;Bumbletoes had fallen against a scythe and cut herself... &quot; And no one questioned him, or thought anything more about it. I was only a hired hand, he was the eldest son of a well-respected innkeeper. By this time, winter was hard upon the village, and the snow knee-deep or worse in places.. and I had no where to go. That winter was the longest of my life.. and every day, the ropes and long leather straps in the barn, and the rafters overhead, began to look more and more like the only way I could escape Markus... <br /> <br /> Then we had a sudden, early thaw, and a ''kompania'' of [[Romini]] rode into the village, and into the inn yard. They were noisy, and bright, and colorful.. and laughed. Brother... I had to go out to see, so I crept to the big stable door, and peeked out. The woman who seemed to be in charge of all of them, was an older woman, gnarled with age, and had a bright headscarf. She reminded me of my own grammy.. and she must have realized something was wrong.. She came to see me, and before I knew it, I had told her everything. She offered to get me away, and I agreed. Markus was kept too busy in the Inn to come to the stables. One of the [[Romini]] was a weatherwitch, and said there was a storm coming in. So I hid in one of the wagons.. and as the storm broke, they left, taking me with them. I didn't know it, but they also took many of the Inn's oxen, too.. (that's where the warrant came from, it named me as an accessory to the theft of livestock). <br /> <br /> They kept me with them, for a very long time, always traveling south. I owe the Romini a lot, and have always checked on them, and with them, whenever I can. Finally, they judged me well enough, and far enough away, that I could go once more on my own.. and so I left them. I worked more, generally on farms, but always with a way to get away if I needed to, though at that time, I tended to also... drink, to forget. And I did manage to forget the whole thing, for a very long time. <br /> <br /> How I came to [[Gorethar]], is a story I will save for another letter, Brother. May He keep you well, and His light shine down on your paths, as you travel.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of [[Gorethar]] in blue wax with gold flecks is delivered via courier. Underneath the darkly written signature is a seal of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian,<br /> <br /> I've gotten some more time, so I thought I would write you about how I came to be one of [[Gorethar]]'s holy warriors. Please, brother, tell me if I have gone beyond what you requested... <br /> <br /> As I said at the end of my last letter, I was working at farms, during this time, rather aimlessly wandering south and east. And I was drinking, usually spending all my coin in local taverns getting drunk. A lot of this period is a blank to me, brother. <br /> <br /> However, I had been working a number of months at a small farm to the north of a village on the border of [[Deglos]] and [[Brekon]]. It was owned by a small family with a little boy, who I remember reminded me of my youngest brother. His name was Owen, I think.... it's so long ago, now, or so it seems. We became close, in that we often played, when our chores were done-- he was such a fun boy-- full of mischief, and laughter. He had light brownish hair... <br /> <br /> Anyway, I know that when I drank, I would get angry.. and often I'd fight, or attempt to... I don't remember much other than awaking with bruises and cuts many times. I lost work because of it... and I knew I should stop, but I also knew there was something I didn't want to remember. So I worked, traveled, drank, and got into trouble, which made me have to move on. <br /> <br /> But... that farm. I had just gotten paid... and had walked into town, and went to the tavern. I'd had a few drinks, when someone ran by, yelling about fire and raiders... I ran outside, with an ale mug in my hand, and saw the smoke... and saw that it was coming from the north. I dropped the mug, and ran.... I don't know what I thought I'd do when I got there... but all I could think of was Owen. As I ran, the smoke got thicker, and I could hear yelling, screams, and this hoarse chanting. I came off the road, and ran through the trees toward the barn, and I could see it was in flames, the roof was outlined in flames, and the oxen were screaming. There was a lot of screaming, Brother.... I'm sure I was screaming, too, as I ran down the hill... I could see the farmyard was churned to mud... men from the village and orcs.. the raiders, were fighting. I looked about frantically, and off to one side, saw something that caught my eye... sprawled on the ground, trying to move. I ran, and slid in the mud, and ended up crawling over to it.. and it was Owen. I picked him up, into my lap... he was badly wounded brother... he'd been gutted by a spear, though I didn't recognize it at the time. He looked at me, Brother, and asked me, in a sweet, broken voice, where was I, when the orcs came .... and I had no answer for him. Owen died, as I held him....<br /> <br /> After the funerals... I left, and traveled into [[Deglos]]... and railed at myself. I wandered, looking for answers. I felt a tugging, a need, for something, some direction, and some way... to stop others from being hurt so. I wanted to be able to fight, properly, and defend.. that was what drove me, in the end, to seek one of [[Gorethar]]'s shrines. It was what caused me to stop, and pray... pray for guidance, and for a chance to prove myself worthy, of something... To make what happened before have meaning, and to give my life purpose. <br /> <br /> I don't know how long I prayed, Brother.. but [[Gorethar]] answered, and accepted me as one of His warriors. <br /> <br /> I'd heard in [[Deglos]], about the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order]], and made my way from there to [[Elysia]], and wrote a note, and posted it about the taverns. Brother [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]] answered me, and set up a meeting.. and Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]] welcomed me into the Order. Much of the rest of what happened from there on, until I was Ordained, is in my reports, Brother. <br /> <br /> But things with Markus weren't over... but this letter is long enough, I think. I'll write more on that, another time.<br /> <br /> I hope to hear from you soon, Brother. May [[Gorethar]] bless your work.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;left&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A sealed letter is delivered, the handwriting inscribing your name grown familiar. The seal at the end of the letter is that of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian...<br /> <br /> Thank you for your words of encouragement. I would like to think that Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]], whom I grew very close to, and thought of as almost a father, would be proud of what I have done. It was his guidance and support, and that of Brothers [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]], Carek, and Zahn (who was my sponsor), that helped me through the most trying part of my experiences.<br /> <br /> As I said Brother, I buried and forgot what happened to me, in that Inn in Spruce Run. It wasn't until I was sorely injured with broken ribs, and laid up in the [[Mikona]] Chaplet (I'd gotten stomped on by a number of minotaurs during a training session, and while I'd been mostly healed, a cracked rib snapped, and damaged something inside) that things began to resurface. Brother Carek heard the story first... and he recommended I speak to Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]], and Brother [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]].. who were our advisors at the time. Both worked with me, and helped me... I was an initiate at the time. <br /> <br /> I'd healed enough to come back to [[Elysia]], and was speaking with someone out at Elf Gate, when a vaguely familiar man wearing an Elysian guard uniform came up to me, and before I knew what he was going to do, he ran a finger over the scar on my cheek. I was stunned... It was Markus, Brother. And before I could recover he sauntered off, claiming I'd see him again.<br /> <br /> Well, I was angry, and scared, and so I spoke to Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonson|Vichan]]. He decided that Brother Zahn would follow up with the Elysian Guard to find out more about what Markus was doing. Markus dropped out of sight for a while, Brother, and I was promoted to Ordained, when I'd passed my Trials. Then.. Markus resurfaced.. and began actively trying to discredit me, since we were trying to find out Markus' records and activities. Several times, by using someone who claimed to need help, he lured me into areas to try and approach me. Then I was attacked by a group of bounty hunters out in the wilds, who said that there was a reward for me, in the Kurathene, and that they meant to collect. That's when I found out about the fine in [[Osannia]], Brother. And even though I was young, and didn't know about what happened, I still had that charge against me. To prevent Markus from having that hold over me, I chose to pay the fine. (Thank you again, for helping me with that.. and I am glad I was able to pay you back).<br /> <br /> Markus was getting bolder, and angrier, that I had not stopped trying to find out about him. He hinted, several times, that all I need to do, to make him stop... was to &quot;kiss and make up.&quot; I knew, though, that if I did that, I'd never be rid of him. I also knew, that if I was to get the General or the Guard commander to believe me, I needed a witness from outside the Order. So I contacted the Speaker for the [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]], and asked for some help-- just as a witness, to verify what happened... and tried to set up a meeting with Markus. I wanted to make it appear that I was considering giving in... But it didnt' work out at all the way I'd planned, Brother. <br /> <br /> I'd met and sent the person the Speaker sent for me, on ahead to the barn were I'd arranged to meet Markus. Then I went in, and waited... and a badger came in-- it turned out, that this was a [[changeling]] that Markus had been working with for years. And he wanted to do 'something different, something exciting'.. so I worked with him to have him expose Markus. I demanded some written proof, of what Markus had been doing, and he agreed, for the price of a magical flail. We arranged to meet at the Hostel.... <br /> <br /> I went back there, with my witness, and found Brother Carek, Brother Vastan, Sister Terra and Brother Baloth. The changeling showed up, in a little while.. and Brother-- he revealed that the &quot;war commendations&quot; that Markus had gotten, were faked... as what he had done, was with the help of the [[changeling]]. He'd supposedly rescued a fey girl from the [[shaahesk]]... and that [[shaahesk]] was the [[changeling]]. He'd also supposedly rescued the Guard Commander from the unseelie... but the Guard commander died (how, I'm not sure, but wouldn't be surprised if Markus had killed him) and the Commander we knew, was actually the [[changeling]], and had been for years. He transformed before us, to prove it. The [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]] witness saw it as well... that, and the written and signed statement he gave was what we needed... and Brother Carek demanded to know where Markus was... The [[changeling]] gave the address, and then left, and Carek and [[PCs:Baloth|Baloth]] went there to apprehend Markus... but he'd fled, while we'd been speaking with the [[changeling]]-- the [[changeling]] had warned him.<br /> <br /> So... both of them got out of the City. And while my name was cleared, and the Guard was restored... I was unsatisfied. I didn't feel like justice had been truly done. I notified the [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]], in [[T%27Nanshi]], and they agreed to watch out for Markus. There wasn't anything else I could do... I am no tracker, and Markus had had hours to make good his escape. <br /> <br /> So. I went about my duties. Brother Carek followed up with the Elysian Guard to make sure all was well with them, and spoke to the General, I believe. However, things were not.. quite.. over. <br /> <br /> I had stopped by Fanos' shop to sell a few odds and ends, and to buy bottles for the Hostel. We were chatting a bit, when the door opened, and closed.. I didn't pay much attention. I went to leave, and the door was locked. When I looked back at Fanos, he was being attacked... by Markus! Brother, I moved as swiftly as I could, but Markus had already skewered him. Attacking Fanos made Markus visible, and he apparently wanted me to be able to see and hear him.<br /> <br /> He'd come back for me, Brother. He was furious that I'd ruined his plans, and said that if he couldn't have me, no one would.. and since he'd just killed Fanos, and attacked me-- I knew I was in the right of law to strike him down. So we fought.. Markus taunting me that [[Gorethar]] couldn't help me... but I called upon His power, and knocked Markus flat, and though he struggled and got up to fight more, I knocked him down again-- I was surprised to find out he was no match for me, so in the end, I slew him.<br /> <br /> When I searched his body, I found the Guard cloak and emblems, which I had returned to them. I called over a local cleric, and they raised Fanos. I also found a ring, Brother... that belonged to the elderly [[Romini]] who helped me escape from Markus-- and the only way he could have gotten that from her was to kill her. I mourned her passing, and kept the ring as a remembrance. [[Gorethar]]'s will and justice had been done, and many of my old fears died with Markus, there in the alchemist's shop.<br /> <br /> Now, Brother.. I am slowing opening up to my brothers and sisters.. and to others, who offer me kindness. It's hard, and at times, I still feel awkward, and uncomfortable. I don't know how to deal with the ... attention, some men have paid to me. I am most comfortable at my work, for the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order]]... <br /> <br /> And yet... I am beginning to wonder, if there are things that I am missing... or people that I've been afraid to know. I trust in [[Gorethar]], to lead me down the path that is right, for many new ones have now opened before me. <br /> <br /> I trust this letter finds you well, m'lord. May [[Gorethar]] shine His light on your travels.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |} &lt;/div&gt;<br /> [[Category:PCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:ElysiaPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:DeglosianPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild:Order_of_Gorethar&diff=18210 2006-07-05T13:26:36Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* History and Origins of the Order */</p> <hr /> <div></div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild:Order_of_Gorethar&diff=14470 2006-07-05T13:16:53Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* History and Origins of the Order */</p> <hr /> <div></div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild:Order_of_Gorethar&diff=14466 2006-07-05T13:10:29Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* History and Origins of the Order */</p> <hr /> <div></div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=PCs:Vastan_Thenald&diff=19819 2006-07-05T01:45:45Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: </p> <hr /> <div>== Basic Info ==<br /> <br /> '''Full Name:''' Vastan Thenald [[Image:Vastan-2.jpg|thumb|Vastan Thenald]] <br /> <br /> '''Age:''' 48<br /> <br /> '''Race:''' [[Human]]<br /> <br /> '''Gender:''' Male<br /> <br /> '''Birthplace:''' Southern [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> '''Current Residence:''' [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> '''Diety:''' [[Gorethar]]<br /> <br /> '''Alignment:''' [[Lawful Good]]<br /> <br /> '''Class:''' Paladin/Cleric<br /> <br /> '''Titles, Occupations:''' <br /> *Priest of Gorethar<br /> *High Ordained Member of the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar| Order of Gorethar]]<br /> *Recruiter of the Order of Gorethar<br /> *Cleric in Residence - Mikona<br /> <br /> [[Category:PCs|Thenald,Vastan]]<br /> [[Category:MChekPCs|Thenald,Vastan]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=PCs:Vastan_Thenald&diff=14445 2006-07-05T01:45:05Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: </p> <hr /> <div>== Basic Info ==<br /> <br /> '''Full Name:''' Vastan Thenald [[Image:Vastan-2.jpg|thumb|Vastan Thenald]] <br /> <br /> '''Age:''' 48<br /> <br /> '''Race:''' [[Human]]<br /> <br /> '''Gender:''' Male<br /> <br /> '''Birthplace:''' Southern [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> '''Current Residence:''' [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> '''Diety:''' [[Gorethar]]<br /> <br /> '''Alignment:''' [[Lawful Good]]<br /> <br /> '''Class:''' Paladin/Cleric<br /> <br /> '''Titles, Occupations:''' <br /> *Priest of Gorethar<br /> *High Ordained Member of the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar| Order of Gorethar]]<br /> *Recruiter of the Order of Gorethar<br /> *Cleric in Residence - Mikona<br /> <br /> [[Category:PCs]]<br /> [[Category:MChekPCs|Thenald,Vastan]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=PCs:Vastan_Thenald&diff=14444 2006-07-05T01:44:15Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: </p> <hr /> <div>== Basic Info ==<br /> <br /> '''Full Name:''' Vastan Thenald [[Image:Vastan-2.jpg|thumb|Vastan Thenald]] <br /> <br /> '''Age:''' 48<br /> <br /> '''Race:''' [[Human]]<br /> <br /> '''Gender:''' Male<br /> <br /> '''Birthplace:''' Southern [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> '''Current Residence:''' [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> '''Diety:''' [[Gorethar]]<br /> <br /> '''Alignment:''' [[Lawful Good]]<br /> <br /> '''Class:''' Paladin/Cleric<br /> <br /> '''Titles, Occupations:''' <br /> *Priest of Gorethar<br /> *High Ordained Member of the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar| Order of Gorethar]]<br /> *Recruiter of the Order of Gorethar<br /> *Cleric in Residence - Mikona<br /> <br /> [[Category:PCs]]<br /> [[Category:MChekPCs]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=PCs:Vastan_Thenald&diff=14443 2006-07-05T01:43:36Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: </p> <hr /> <div>== Basic Info ==<br /> <br /> '''Full Name:''' Vastan Thenald [[Image:Vastan-2.jpg|thumb|Vastan Thenald]] <br /> <br /> '''Age:''' 48<br /> <br /> '''Race:''' [[Human]]<br /> <br /> '''Gender:''' Male<br /> <br /> '''Birthplace:''' Southern [[M'Chek]]<br /> <br /> '''Current Residence:''' [[Mikona]]<br /> <br /> '''Diety:''' [[Gorethar]]<br /> <br /> '''Alignment:''' [[Lawful Good]]<br /> <br /> '''Class:''' Paladin/Cleric<br /> <br /> '''Titles, Occupations:''' <br /> *Priest of Gorethar<br /> *High Ordained Member of the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar| Order of Gorethar]]<br /> *Recruiter of the Order of Gorethar<br /> *Cleric in Residence - Mikona<br /> <br /> [[Category:PCs]]<br /> [[Category:MikonaPCs]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=PCs:Baloth&diff=14551 2006-07-04T17:49:43Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: </p> <hr /> <div>{{PC}}<br /> [[Image:Baloth.jpg|135px|thumb|Baloth Half-Tusk]]<br /> <br /> == General Informattion ==<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> | '''Age:''' 25&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Race:''' Half-Ogre&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Alignment:''' Lawful Good&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Gender:''' Male&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Class:''' Fighter/Psion&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Religion:''' [[Gorethar]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Birthplace:''' Unknown&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Current Residence:''' Elysia&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Titles/Guilds/Affliations:'''<br /> * Initiate, [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]<br /> '''Contact:''' &lt;br&gt;<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == About Baloth ==<br /> <br /> [[Category:PCs]]<br /> [[Category:ElysiaPCs|Baloth]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=PCs:Aspen_Stormcat&diff=14617 2006-07-04T17:47:34Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Excerpts from Aspen's Journal: Letters to Valorian -- ''The Tale of Markus'' */</p> <hr /> <div>{{PC}}<br /> [[Image:Aspen.jpg|frame| Aspen Stormcat &lt;br&gt; [http://campus.pc.edu/staff/areed/images/gaming/aspen_portraits/ Game Avatar]]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen-headshot.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen today]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Aspirant.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen at the Elysia Hostel as an Aspirant]]<br /> [[Image:Vichan_counsels_Aspen.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Former High Paladin Vichan Lyonsen advising Aspen]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Zahn_undead.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen fighting in the Mikona Crypts]]<br /> [[Image:FoM-aspen-strikes.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen strikes down spirits in the Forest of Midnight]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen_Temple_Toran_Kuras.jpg|135px|thumb|Visiting the Temple of Toran in Kuras]]<br /> [[Image:Air_elementals_armor.jpg|135px|thumb|Battle in the Elemental Tower]]<br /> [[Image:Auction1.jpg|135px|thumb|Ferrell Trade Fair: Zayn Reyer, Aspen, Aradan Kir]] <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FFD700; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |+ style=&quot;font-size: larger;&quot; | http://www.blackdagger.com/gallery/data/558/4846gorethar_forum.gif &lt;br&gt;'''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> | <br /> '''Age:''' 24 years &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Race:''' Human&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Gender:''' Female&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Birthplace:''' [[Osannia]], Kurathene Empire&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Current Residence:''' Elysia (since she was 17) &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Titles, Occupations:''' <br /> * Paladin of [[Gorethar]]<br /> * Ordained in the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]<br /> * Seneschal and Treasurer for the Order of Gorethar <br /> *Officer in the Elysian Defense Force<br /> * Officer in [[Le'Megen T'Elysia|Le'Megen T'Elysia]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;hr style=&quot;width:0px;background-color:#FFFFFF; border: 0px solid; margin: 0px&quot; &gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;float: bottom; background: #87CEFA; line-height:1.2; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 10px 0 4px;&quot; <br /> |+ <br /> == About Aspen ==<br /> |-<br /> | Aspen is a dedicated paladin of the Order of Gorethar. She left home at 13 to escape a marriage, and found her path to Gorethar several years later. She came to Elysia after hearing about the Order when passing through Deglos. She was accepted as adherent under the then High Paladin, Vichan Lyonsen, who also became her mentor. She was noted for excellent reporting, organization, and developing several innovative programs within the Order. She became the youngest person in the Order to ever achieve Ordained status. Her early history and her more recent activities can be read in her journal, [http://www.avlis.org/viewtopic.php?t=77025 Letters to Valorian] .<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Excerpts from Aspen's Journal: Letters to Valorian -- ''The Tale of Markus'' ==<br /> {{Entry|user=Aspen Stormcat}}<br /> &lt;div align=&quot;justify&quot;&gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A tall, muscular woman, with glossy black hair pulled back in a pony-tail, stops a courier in [[Elysia]]. Her blue eyes looks curiously vulnerable, considering she is wearing the gold and silver plate mail and dark blue cloak of the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]. As she turns her head to dig into a bag for a letter, the scar that stretches from her forehead down her left cheek, past the corner of her mouth and on to her chin stands out whitely from a tanned face. She speaks quietly to the courier, and hands him a carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of [[Gorethar]] in blue wax with gold flecks, and a sum of gold. The courier touches his forehead, and runs off toward the docks.'' <br /> <br /> Brother Vian--<br /> <br /> As you've requested, I'm sending you some information about me. I think it's probably going to take more than one letter, though. Thank you for taking the time to speak with me the other evening... <br /> <br /> Well, Brother, I grew up in northern [[Osannia]]. My family raised oxen for the caravan and wool trade, and I had lots of brothers and sisters. As soon as it was possible, my father arranged a marriage for me, but I did not want to marry, and so ran away, when I could not get him to listen. I was all of thirteen, I think.. may have been a bit younger. I was tall and gangly, and passed myself off as a boy, and got work at the hiring faires during the summer, working as a herder, or in stables, and so forth. Toward the fall, though I grew some, and was having a harder and harder time passing myself off as a boy. It was the last harvest faire, and I was worried about the winter, when I got hired to work at an inn in southern Osannia called the Ox and Hound. They needed someone to work in the stables, and they would give me one set of clothes, 2 meals a day, one of them hot, and some silver each month. I could sleep in the stables, and I counted myself very fortunate. <br /> <br /> Everything seemed fine. But I couldn't pass myself off as a boy anymore.. and the eldest son noticed. His name was Markus, and he was much older than I.. like 20, or so, I think. He was very handsome, but as you'll read, I had reason to start to hate and distrust the very sight of him. He started hanging around the barn, and watching me. That's all he did at first.. just watched me work. Then he started making comments.. about my work... and making it harder.. then started setting thing up so that I'd trip, or have to do things over.. like fouling the hay, or water, or tipping the wheelbarrow full of manure over... then blame me for not doing my work well. He called me clumsy, and started saying things to inn patrons, or those who came to the stable, that I wasn't quite.. bright, or right in the head. Then Markus started placing himself in my path, so I'd have to brush by him, to get my work done... it kept getting progressively worse. He started to.. whip me... and finally... he showed up, one night, in the loft.. with a knife... and held me down.. and cut my cheek.. and hurt me more, threatening me with worse, if I didn't do.. what he wanted. <br /> <br /> The next day, he told the others that &quot;Bumbletoes had fallen against a scythe and cut herself... &quot; And no one questioned him, or thought anything more about it. I was only a hired hand, he was the eldest son of a well-respected innkeeper. By this time, winter was hard upon the village, and the snow knee-deep or worse in places.. and I had no where to go. That winter was the longest of my life.. and every day, the ropes and long leather straps in the barn, and the rafters overhead, began to look more and more like the only way I could escape Markus... <br /> <br /> Then we had a sudden, early thaw, and a ''kompania'' of [[Romini]] rode into the village, and into the inn yard. They were noisy, and bright, and colorful.. and laughed. Brother... I had to go out to see, so I crept to the big stable door, and peeked out. The woman who seemed to be in charge of all of them, was an older woman, gnarled with age, and had a bright headscarf. She reminded me of my own grammy.. and she must have realized something was wrong.. She came to see me, and before I knew it, I had told her everything. She offered to get me away, and I agreed. Markus was kept too busy in the Inn to come to the stables. One of the [[Romini]] was a weatherwitch, and said there was a storm coming in. So I hid in one of the wagons.. and as the storm broke, they left, taking me with them. I didn't know it, but they also took many of the Inn's oxen, too.. (that's where the warrant came from, it named me as an accessory to the theft of livestock). <br /> <br /> They kept me with them, for a very long time, always traveling south. I owe the Romini a lot, and have always checked on them, and with them, whenever I can. Finally, they judged me well enough, and far enough away, that I could go once more on my own.. and so I left them. I worked more, generally on farms, but always with a way to get away if I needed to, though at that time, I tended to also... drink, to forget. And I did manage to forget the whole thing, for a very long time. <br /> <br /> How I came to [[Gorethar]], is a story I will save for another letter, Brother. May He keep you well, and His light shine down on your paths, as you travel.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of [[Gorethar]] in blue wax with gold flecks is delivered via courier. Underneath the darkly written signature is a seal of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian,<br /> <br /> I've gotten some more time, so I thought I would write you about how I came to be one of [[Gorethar]]'s holy warriors. Please, brother, tell me if I have gone beyond what you requested... <br /> <br /> As I said at the end of my last letter, I was working at farms, during this time, rather aimlessly wandering south and east. And I was drinking, usually spending all my coin in local taverns getting drunk. A lot of this period is a blank to me, brother. <br /> <br /> However, I had been working a number of months at a small farm to the north of a village on the border of [[Deglos]] and [[Brekon]]. It was owned by a small family with a little boy, who I remember reminded me of my youngest brother. His name was Owen, I think.... it's so long ago, now, or so it seems. We became close, in that we often played, when our chores were done-- he was such a fun boy-- full of mischief, and laughter. He had light brownish hair... <br /> <br /> Anyway, I know that when I drank, I would get angry.. and often I'd fight, or attempt to... I don't remember much other than awaking with bruises and cuts many times. I lost work because of it... and I knew I should stop, but I also knew there was something I didn't want to remember. So I worked, traveled, drank, and got into trouble, which made me have to move on. <br /> <br /> But... that farm. I had just gotten paid... and had walked into town, and went to the tavern. I'd had a few drinks, when someone ran by, yelling about fire and raiders... I ran outside, with an ale mug in my hand, and saw the smoke... and saw that it was coming from the north. I dropped the mug, and ran.... I don't know what I thought I'd do when I got there... but all I could think of was Owen. As I ran, the smoke got thicker, and I could hear yelling, screams, and this hoarse chanting. I came off the road, and ran through the trees toward the barn, and I could see it was in flames, the roof was outlined in flames, and the oxen were screaming. There was a lot of screaming, Brother.... I'm sure I was screaming, too, as I ran down the hill... I could see the farmyard was churned to mud... men from the village and orcs.. the raiders, were fighting. I looked about frantically, and off to one side, saw something that caught my eye... sprawled on the ground, trying to move. I ran, and slid in the mud, and ended up crawling over to it.. and it was Owen. I picked him up, into my lap... he was badly wounded brother... he'd been gutted by a spear, though I didn't recognize it at the time. He looked at me, Brother, and asked me, in a sweet, broken voice, where was I, when the orcs came .... and I had no answer for him. Owen died, as I held him....<br /> <br /> After the funerals... I left, and traveled into [[Deglos]]... and railed at myself. I wandered, looking for answers. I felt a tugging, a need, for something, some direction, and some way... to stop others from being hurt so. I wanted to be able to fight, properly, and defend.. that was what drove me, in the end, to seek one of [[Gorethar]]'s shrines. It was what caused me to stop, and pray... pray for guidance, and for a chance to prove myself worthy, of something... To make what happened before have meaning, and to give my life purpose. <br /> <br /> I don't know how long I prayed, Brother.. but [[Gorethar]] answered, and accepted me as one of His warriors. <br /> <br /> I'd heard in [[Deglos]], about the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order]], and made my way from there to [[Elysia]], and wrote a note, and posted it about the taverns. Brother [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]] answered me, and set up a meeting.. and Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]] welcomed me into the Order. Much of the rest of what happened from there on, until I was Ordained, is in my reports, Brother. <br /> <br /> But things with Markus weren't over... but this letter is long enough, I think. I'll write more on that, another time.<br /> <br /> I hope to hear from you soon, Brother. May [[Gorethar]] bless your work.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;left&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A sealed letter is delivered, the handwriting inscribing your name grown familiar. The seal at the end of the letter is that of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian...<br /> <br /> Thank you for your words of encouragement. I would like to think that Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]], whom I grew very close to, and thought of as almost a father, would be proud of what I have done. It was his guidance and support, and that of Brothers [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]], Carek, and Zahn (who was my sponsor), that helped me through the most trying part of my experiences.<br /> <br /> As I said Brother, I buried and forgot what happened to me, in that Inn in Spruce Run. It wasn't until I was sorely injured with broken ribs, and laid up in the [[Mikona]] Chaplet (I'd gotten stomped on by a number of minotaurs during a training session, and while I'd been mostly healed, a cracked rib snapped, and damaged something inside) that things began to resurface. Brother Carek heard the story first... and he recommended I speak to Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonsen|Vichan]], and Brother [[PCs:Aradan_Kir|Aradan]].. who were our advisors at the time. Both worked with me, and helped me... I was an initiate at the time. <br /> <br /> I'd healed enough to come back to [[Elysia]], and was speaking with someone out at Elf Gate, when a vaguely familiar man wearing an Elysian guard uniform came up to me, and before I knew what he was going to do, he ran a finger over the scar on my cheek. I was stunned... It was Markus, Brother. And before I could recover he sauntered off, claiming I'd see him again.<br /> <br /> Well, I was angry, and scared, and so I spoke to Brother [[PCs:Vichan_Lyonson|Vichan]]. He decided that Brother Zahn would follow up with the Elysian Guard to find out more about what Markus was doing. Markus dropped out of sight for a while, Brother, and I was promoted to Ordained, when I'd passed my Trials. Then.. Markus resurfaced.. and began actively trying to discredit me, since we were trying to find out Markus' records and activities. Several times, by using someone who claimed to need help, he lured me into areas to try and approach me. Then I was attacked by a group of bounty hunters out in the wilds, who said that there was a reward for me, in the Kurathene, and that they meant to collect. That's when I found out about the fine in [[Osannia]], Brother. And even though I was young, and didn't know about what happened, I still had that charge against me. To prevent Markus from having that hold over me, I chose to pay the fine. (Thank you again, for helping me with that.. and I am glad I was able to pay you back).<br /> <br /> Markus was getting bolder, and angrier, that I had not stopped trying to find out about him. He hinted, several times, that all I need to do, to make him stop... was to &quot;kiss and make up.&quot; I knew, though, that if I did that, I'd never be rid of him. I also knew, that if I was to get the General or the Guard commander to believe me, I needed a witness from outside the Order. So I contacted the Speaker for the [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]], and asked for some help-- just as a witness, to verify what happened... and tried to set up a meeting with Markus. I wanted to make it appear that I was considering giving in... But it didnt' work out at all the way I'd planned, Brother. <br /> <br /> I'd met and sent the person the Speaker sent for me, on ahead to the barn were I'd arranged to meet Markus. Then I went in, and waited... and a badger came in-- it turned out, that this was a [[changeling]] that Markus had been working with for years. And he wanted to do 'something different, something exciting'.. so I worked with him to have him expose Markus. I demanded some written proof, of what Markus had been doing, and he agreed, for the price of a magical flail. We arranged to meet at the Hostel.... <br /> <br /> I went back there, with my witness, and found Brother Carek, Brother Vastan, Sister Terra and Brother Baloth. The changeling showed up, in a little while.. and Brother-- he revealed that the &quot;war commendations&quot; that Markus had gotten, were faked... as what he had done, was with the help of the [[changeling]]. He'd supposedly rescued a fey girl from the [[shaahesk]]... and that [[shaahesk]] was the [[changeling]]. He'd also supposedly rescued the Guard Commander from the unseelie... but the Guard commander died (how, I'm not sure, but wouldn't be surprised if Markus had killed him) and the Commander we knew, was actually the [[changeling]], and had been for years. He transformed before us, to prove it. The [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]] witness saw it as well... that, and the written and signed statement he gave was what we needed... and Brother Carek demanded to know where Markus was... The [[changeling]] gave the address, and then left, and Carek and [[PCs:Baloth|Baloth]] went there to apprehend Markus... but he'd fled, while we'd been speaking with the [[changeling]]-- the [[changeling]] had warned him.<br /> <br /> So... both of them got out of the City. And while my name was cleared, and the Guard was restored... I was unsatisfied. I didn't feel like justice had been truly done. I notified the [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]], in [[T%27Nanshi]], and they agreed to watch out for Markus. There wasn't anything else I could do... I am no tracker, and Markus had had hours to make good his escape. <br /> <br /> So. I went about my duties. Brother Carek followed up with the Elysian Guard to make sure all was well with them, and spoke to the General, I believe. However, things were not.. quite.. over. <br /> <br /> I had stopped by Fanos' shop to sell a few odds and ends, and to buy bottles for the Hostel. We were chatting a bit, when the door opened, and closed.. I didn't pay much attention. I went to leave, and the door was locked. When I looked back at Fanos, he was being attacked... by Markus! Brother, I moved as swiftly as I could, but Markus had already skewered him. Attacking Fanos made Markus visible, and he apparently wanted me to be able to see and hear him.<br /> <br /> He'd come back for me, Brother. He was furious that I'd ruined his plans, and said that if he couldn't have me, no one would.. and since he'd just killed Fanos, and attacked me-- I knew I was in the right of law to strike him down. So we fought.. Markus taunting me that [[Gorethar]] couldn't help me... but I called upon His power, and knocked Markus flat, and though he struggled and got up to fight more, I knocked him down again-- I was surprised to find out he was no match for me, so in the end, I slew him.<br /> <br /> When I searched his body, I found the Guard cloak and emblems, which I had returned to them. I called over a local cleric, and they raised Fanos. I also found a ring, Brother... that belonged to the elderly [[Romini]] who helped me escape from Markus-- and the only way he could have gotten that from her was to kill her. I mourned her passing, and kept the ring as a remembrance. [[Gorethar]]'s will and justice had been done, and many of my old fears died with Markus, there in the alchemist's shop.<br /> <br /> Now, Brother.. I am slowing opening up to my brothers and sisters.. and to others, who offer me kindness. It's hard, and at times, I still feel awkward, and uncomfortable. I don't know how to deal with the ... attention, some men have paid to me. I am most comfortable at my work, for the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order]]... <br /> <br /> And yet... I am beginning to wonder, if there are things that I am missing... or people that I've been afraid to know. I trust in [[Gorethar]], to lead me down the path that is right, for many new ones have now opened before me. <br /> <br /> I trust this letter finds you well, m'lord. May [[Gorethar]] shine His light on your travels.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |} &lt;/div&gt;<br /> [[Category:PCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:ElysiaPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:DeglosianPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]</div>

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<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Excerpts from Aspen's Journal: Letters to Valorian -- ''The Tale of Markus'' */</p> <hr /> <div>{{PC}}<br /> [[Image:Aspen.jpg|frame| Aspen Stormcat &lt;br&gt; [http://campus.pc.edu/staff/areed/images/gaming/aspen_portraits/ Game Avatar]]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen-headshot.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen today]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Aspirant.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen at the Elysia Hostel as an Aspirant]]<br /> [[Image:Vichan_counsels_Aspen.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Former High Paladin Vichan Lyonsen advising Aspen]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Zahn_undead.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen fighting in the Mikona Crypts]]<br /> [[Image:FoM-aspen-strikes.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen strikes down spirits in the Forest of Midnight]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen_Temple_Toran_Kuras.jpg|135px|thumb|Visiting the Temple of Toran in Kuras]]<br /> [[Image:Air_elementals_armor.jpg|135px|thumb|Battle in the Elemental Tower]]<br /> [[Image:Auction1.jpg|135px|thumb|Ferrell Trade Fair: Zayn Reyer, Aspen, Aradan Kir]] <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FFD700; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |+ style=&quot;font-size: larger;&quot; | http://www.blackdagger.com/gallery/data/558/4846gorethar_forum.gif &lt;br&gt;'''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> | <br /> '''Age:''' 24 years &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Race:''' Human&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Gender:''' Female&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Birthplace:''' [[Osannia]], Kurathene Empire&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Current Residence:''' Elysia (since she was 17) &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Titles, Occupations:''' <br /> * Paladin of [[Gorethar]]<br /> * Ordained in the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]<br /> * Seneschal and Treasurer for the Order of Gorethar <br /> *Officer in the Elysian Defense Force<br /> * Officer in [[Le'Megen T'Elysia|Le'Megen T'Elysia]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;hr style=&quot;width:0px;background-color:#FFFFFF; border: 0px solid; margin: 0px&quot; &gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;float: bottom; background: #87CEFA; line-height:1.2; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 10px 0 4px;&quot; <br /> |+ <br /> == About Aspen ==<br /> |-<br /> | Aspen is a dedicated paladin of the Order of Gorethar. She left home at 13 to escape a marriage, and found her path to Gorethar several years later. She came to Elysia after hearing about the Order when passing through Deglos. She was accepted as adherent under the then High Paladin, Vichan Lyonsen, who also became her mentor. She was noted for excellent reporting, organization, and developing several innovative programs within the Order. She became the youngest person in the Order to ever achieve Ordained status. Her early history and her more recent activities can be read in her journal, [http://www.avlis.org/viewtopic.php?t=77025 Letters to Valorian] .<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Excerpts from Aspen's Journal: Letters to Valorian -- ''The Tale of Markus'' ==<br /> {{Entry|user=Aspen Stormcat}}<br /> &lt;div align=&quot;justify&quot;&gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A tall, muscular woman, with glossy black hair pulled back in a pony-tail, stops a courier in [[Elysia]]. Her blue eyes looks curiously vulnerable, considering she is wearing the gold and silver plate mail and dark blue cloak of the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]. As she turns her head to dig into a bag for a letter, the scar that stretches from her forehead down her left cheek, past the corner of her mouth and on to her chin stands out whitely from a tanned face. She speaks quietly to the courier, and hands him a carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of Gorethar in blue wax with gold flecks, and a sum of gold. The courier touches his forehead, and runs off toward the docks.'' <br /> <br /> Brother Vian--<br /> <br /> As you've requested, I'm sending you some information about me. I think it's probably going to take more than one letter, though. Thank you for taking the time to speak with me the other evening... <br /> <br /> Well, Brother, I grew up in northern [[Osannia]]. My family raised oxen for the caravan and wool trade, and I had lots of brothers and sisters. As soon as it was possible, my father arranged a marriage for me, but I did not want to marry, and so ran away, when I could not get him to listen. I was all of thirteen, I think.. may have been a bit younger. I was tall and gangly, and passed myself off as a boy, and got work at the hiring faires during the summer, working as a herder, or in stables, and so forth. Toward the fall, though I grew some, and was having a harder and harder time passing myself off as a boy. It was the last harvest faire, and I was worried about the winter, when I got hired to work at an inn in southern Osannia called the Ox and Hound. They needed someone to work in the stables, and they would give me one set of clothes, 2 meals a day, one of them hot, and some silver each month. I could sleep in the stables, and I counted myself very fortunate. <br /> <br /> Everything seemed fine. But I couldn't pass myself off as a boy anymore.. and the eldest son noticed. His name was Markus, and he was much older than I.. like 20, or so, I think. He was very handsome, but as you'll read, I had reason to start to hate and distrust the very sight of him. He started hanging around the barn, and watching me. That's all he did at first.. just watched me work. Then he started making comments.. about my work... and making it harder.. then started setting thing up so that I'd trip, or have to do things over.. like fouling the hay, or water, or tipping the wheelbarrow full of manure over... then blame me for not doing my work well. He called me clumsy, and started saying things to inn patrons, or those who came to the stable, that I wasn't quite.. bright, or right in the head. Then Markus started placing himself in my path, so I'd have to brush by him, to get my work done... it kept getting progressively worse. He started to.. whip me... and finally... he showed up, one night, in the loft.. with a knife... and held me down.. and cut my cheek.. and hurt me more, threatening me with worse, if I didn't do.. what he wanted. <br /> <br /> The next day, he told the others that &quot;Bumbletoes had fallen against a scythe and cut herself... &quot; And no one questioned him, or thought anything more about it. I was only a hired hand, he was the eldest son of a well-respected innkeeper. By this time, winter was hard upon the village, and the snow knee-deep or worse in places.. and I had no where to go. That winter was the longest of my life.. and every day, the ropes and long leather straps in the barn, and the rafters overhead, began to look more and more like the only way I could escape Markus... <br /> <br /> Then we had a sudden, early thaw, and a ''kompania'' of [[Romini]] rode into the village, and into the inn yard. They were noisy, and bright, and colorful.. and laughed. Brother... I had to go out to see, so I crept to the big stable door, and peeked out. The woman who seemed to be in charge of all of them, was an older woman, gnarled with age, and had a bright headscarf. She reminded me of my own grammy.. and she must have realized something was wrong.. She came to see me, and before I knew it, I had told her everything. She offered to get me away, and I agreed. Markus was kept too busy in the Inn to come to the stables. One of the Romini was a weatherwitch, and said there was a storm coming in. So I hid in one of the wagons.. and as the storm broke, they left, taking me with them. I didn't know it, but they also took many of the Inn's oxen, too.. (that's where the warrant came from, it named me as an accessory to the theft of livestock). <br /> <br /> They kept me with them, for a very long time, always traveling south. I owe the Romini a lot, and have always checked on them, and with them, whenever I can. Finally, they judged me well enough, and far enough away, that I could go once more on my own.. and so I left them. I worked more, generally on farms, but always with a way to get away if I needed to, though at that time, I tended to also... drink, to forget. And I did manage to forget the whole thing, for a very long time. <br /> <br /> How I came to [[Gorethar]], is a story I will save for another letter, Brother. May He keep you well, and His light shine down on your paths, as you travel.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of Gorethar in blue wax with gold flecks is delivered via courier. Underneath the darkly written signature is a seal of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian,<br /> <br /> I've gotten some more time, so I thought I would write you about how I came to be one of Gorethar's holy warriors. Please, brother, tell me if I have gone beyond what you requested... <br /> <br /> As I said at the end of my last letter, I was working at farms, during this time, rather aimlessly wandering south and east. And I was drinking, usually spending all my coin in local taverns getting drunk. A lot of this period is a blank to me, brother. <br /> <br /> However, I had been working a number of months at a small farm to the north of a village on the border of [[Deglos]] and [[Brekon]]. It was owned by a small family with a little boy, who I remember reminded me of my youngest brother. His name was Owen, I think.... it's so long ago, now, or so it seems. We became close, in that we often played, when our chores were done-- he was such a fun boy-- full of mischief, and laughter. He had light brownish hair... <br /> <br /> Anyway, I know that when I drank, I would get angry.. and often I'd fight, or attempt to... I don't remember much other than awaking with bruises and cuts many times. I lost work because of it... and I knew I should stop, but I also knew there was something I didn't want to remember. So I worked, traveled, drank, and got into trouble, which made me have to move on. <br /> <br /> But... that farm. I had just gotten paid... and had walked into town, and went to the tavern. I'd had a few drinks, when someone ran by, yelling about fire and raiders... I ran outside, with an ale mug in my hand, and saw the smoke... and saw that it was coming from the north. I dropped the mug, and ran.... I don't know what I thought I'd do when I got there... but all I could think of was Owen. As I ran, the smoke got thicker, and I could hear yelling, screams, and this hoarse chanting. I came off the road, and ran through the trees toward the barn, and I could see it was in flames, the roof was outlined in flames, and the oxen were screaming. There was a lot of screaming, Brother.... I'm sure I was screaming, too, as I ran down the hill... I could see the farmyard was churned to mud... men from the village and orcs.. the raiders, were fighting. I looked about frantically, and off to one side, saw something that caught my eye... sprawled on the ground, trying to move. I ran, and slid in the mud, and ended up crawling over to it.. and it was Owen. I picked him up, into my lap... he was badly wounded brother... he'd been gutted by a spear, though I didn't recognize it at the time. He looked at me, Brother, and asked me, in a sweet, broken voice, where was I, when the orcs came .... and I had no answer for him. Owen died, as I held him....<br /> <br /> After the funerals... I left, and traveled into Deglos... and railed at myself. I wandered, looking for answers. I felt a tugging, a need, for something, some direction, and some way... to stop others from being hurt so. I wanted to be able to fight, properly, and defend.. that was what drove me, in the end, to seek one of Gorethar's shrines. It was what caused me to stop, and pray... pray for guidance, and for a chance to prove myself worthy, of something... To make what happened before have meaning, and to give my life purpose. <br /> <br /> I don't know how long I prayed, Brother.. but Gorethar answered, and accepted me as one of His warriors. <br /> <br /> I'd heard in [[Deglos]], about the Order, and made my way from there to [[Elysia]], and wrote a note, and posted it about the taverns. Brother Aradan answered me, and set up a meeting.. and Brother Vichan welcomed me into the Order. Much of the rest of what happened from there on, until I was Ordained, is in my reports, Brother. <br /> <br /> But things with Markus weren't over... but this letter is long enough, I think. I'll write more on that, another time.<br /> <br /> I hope to hear from you soon, Brother. May Gorethar bless your work.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;left&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A sealed letter is delivered, the handwriting inscribing your name grown familiar. The seal at the end of the letter is that of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian...<br /> <br /> Thank you for your words of encouragement. I would like to think that Brother Vichan, whom I grew very close to, and thought of as almost a father, would be proud of what I have done. It was his guidance and support, and that of Brothers Aradan, Carek, and Zahn (who was my sponsor), that helped me through the most trying part of my experiences.<br /> <br /> As I said Brother, I buried and forgot what happened to me, in that Inn in Spruce Run. It wasn't until I was sorely injured with broken ribs, and laid up in the [[Mikona]] Chaplet (I'd gotten stomped on by a number of minotaurs during a training session, and while I'd been mostly healed, a cracked rib snapped, and damaged something inside) that things began to resurface. Brother Carek heard the story first... and he recommended I speak to Brother Vichan, and brother Aradan.. who were our advisors at the time. Both worked with me, and helped me... I was an initiate at the time. <br /> <br /> I'd healed enough to come back to Elysia, and was speaking with someone out at Elf Gate, when a vaguely familiar man wearing an Elysian guard uniform came up to me, and before I knew what he was going to do, he ran a finger over the scar on my cheek. I was stunned... It was Markus, Brother. And before I could recover he sauntered off, claiming I'd see him again.<br /> <br /> Well, I was angry, and scared, and so I spoke to Brother Vichan. He decided that Brother Zahn would follow up with the Elysian Guard to find out more about what Markus was doing. Markus dropped out of sight for a while, Brother, and I was promoted to Ordained, when I'd passed my Trials. Then.. Markus resurfaced.. and began actively trying to discredit me, since we were trying to find out Markus' records and activities. Several times, by using someone who claimed to need help, he lured me into areas to try and approach me. Then I was attacked by a group of bounty hunters out in the wilds, who said that there was a reward for me, in the Kurathene, and that they meant to collect. That's when I found out about the fine in [[Osannia]], Brother. And even though I was young, and didn't know about what happened, I still had that charge against me. To prevent Markus from having that hold over me, I chose to pay the fine. (Thank you again, for helping me with that.. and I am glad I was able to pay you back).<br /> <br /> Markus was getting bolder, and angrier, that I had not stopped trying to find out about him. He hinted, several times, that all I need to do, to make him stop... was to &quot;kiss and make up.&quot; I knew, though, that if I did that, I'd never be rid of him. I also knew, that if I was to get the General or the Guard commander to believe me, I needed a witness from outside the Order. So I contacted the Speaker for the [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]], and asked for some help-- just as a witness, to verify what happened... and tried to set up a meeting with Markus. I wanted to make it appear that I was considering giving in... But it didnt' work out at all the way I'd planned, Brother. <br /> <br /> I'd met and sent the person the Speaker sent for me, on ahead to the barn were I'd arranged to meet Markus. Then I went in, and waited... and a badger came in-- it turned out, that this was a changeling that Markus had been working with for years. And he wanted to do 'something different, something exciting'.. so I worked with him to have him expose Markus. I demanded some written proof, of what Markus had been doing, and he agreed, for the price of a magical flail. We arranged to meet at the Hostel.... <br /> <br /> I went back there, with my witness, and found Brother Carek, Brother Vastan, Sister Terra and Brother Baloth. The changeling showed up, in a little while.. and Brother-- he revealed that the &quot;war commendations&quot; that Markus had gotten, were faked... as what he had done, was with the help of the changeling. He'd supposedly rescued a fey girl from the shaahesk... and that shaahesk was the changeling. He'd also supposedly rescued the Guard Commander from the unseelie... but the Guard commander died (how, I'm not sure, but wouldn't be surprised if Markus had killed him) and the Commander we knew, was actually the changeling, and had been for years. He transformed before us, to prove it. The Hands witness saw it as well... that, and the written and signed statement he gave was what we needed.. .and Brother Carek demanded to know where Markus was... The changeling gave the address, and then left, and Carek and Baloth went there to apprehend Markus... but he'd fled, while we'd been speaking with the changeling-- the changeling had warned him.<br /> <br /> So... both of them got out of the City. And while my name was cleared, and the Guard was restored... I was unsatisfied. I didn't feel like justice had been truly done. I notified the Hands, in T'Nanshi, and they agreed to watch out for Markus. There wasn't anything else I could do... I am no tracker, and Markus had had hours to make good his escape. <br /> <br /> So. I went about my duties. Brother Carek followed up with the Elysian Guard to make sure all was well with them, and spoke to the General, I believe. However, things were not.. quite.. over. <br /> <br /> I had stopped by Fanos' shop to sell a few odds and ends, and to buy bottles for the Hostel. We were chatting a bit, when the door opened, and closed.. I didn't pay much attention. I went to leave, and the door was locked. When I looked back at Fanos, he was being attacked... by Markus! Brother, I moved as swiftly as I could, but Markus had already skewered him. Attacking Fanos made Markus visible, and he apparently wanted me to be able to see and hear him.<br /> <br /> He'd come back for me, Brother. He was furious that I'd ruined his plans, and said that if he couldn't have me, no one would.. and since he'd just killed Fanos, and attacked me-- I knew I was in the right of law to strike him down. So we fought.. Markus taunting me that Gorethar couldn't help me... but I called upon His power, and knocked Markus flat, and though he struggled and got up to fight more, I knocked him down again-- I was surprised to find out he was no match for me, so in the end, I slew him.<br /> <br /> When I searched his body, I found the Guard cloak and emblems, which I had returned to them. I called over a local cleric, and they raised Fanos. I also found a ring, Brother... that belonged to the elderly Romini who helped me escape from Markus-- and the only way he could have gotten that from her was to kill her. I mourned her passing, and kept the ring as a remembrance. Gorethar's will and justice had been done, and many of my old fears died with Markus, there in the alchemist's shop.<br /> <br /> Now, Brother.. I am slowing opening up to my brothers and sisters.. and to others, who offer me kindness. It's hard, and at times, I still feel awkward, and uncomfortable. I don't know how to deal with the ... attention, some men have paid to me. I am most comfortable at my work, for the Order... <br /> <br /> And yet... I am beginning to wonder, if there are things that I am missing... or people that I've been afraid to know. I trust in Gorethar, to lead me down the path that is right, for many new ones have now opened before me. <br /> <br /> I trust this letter finds you well, m'lord. May Gorethar shine His light on your travels.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |} &lt;/div&gt;<br /> [[Category:PCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:ElysiaPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:DeglosianPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=PCs:Aspen_Stormcat&diff=14324 2006-07-04T02:47:09Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Excerpts from Aspen's Journal: Letters to Valorian -- ''The Tale of Markus'' */</p> <hr /> <div>{{PC}}<br /> [[Image:Aspen.jpg|frame| Aspen Stormcat &lt;br&gt; [http://campus.pc.edu/staff/areed/images/gaming/aspen_portraits/ Game Avatar]]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen-headshot.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen today]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Aspirant.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen at the Elysia Hostel as an Aspirant]]<br /> [[Image:Vichan_counsels_Aspen.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Former High Paladin Vichan Lyonsen advising Aspen]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Zahn_undead.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen fighting in the Mikona Crypts]]<br /> [[Image:FoM-aspen-strikes.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen strikes down spirits in the Forest of Midnight]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen_Temple_Toran_Kuras.jpg|135px|thumb|Visiting the Temple of Toran in Kuras]]<br /> [[Image:Air_elementals_armor.jpg|135px|thumb|Battle in the Elemental Tower]]<br /> [[Image:Auction1.jpg|135px|thumb|Ferrell Trade Fair: Zayn Reyer, Aspen, Aradan Kir]] <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FFD700; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |+ style=&quot;font-size: larger;&quot; | http://www.blackdagger.com/gallery/data/558/4846gorethar_forum.gif &lt;br&gt;'''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> | <br /> '''Age:''' 24 years &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Race:''' Human&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Gender:''' Female&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Birthplace:''' [[Osannia]], Kurathene Empire&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Current Residence:''' Elysia (since she was 17) &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Titles, Occupations:''' <br /> * Paladin of [[Gorethar]]<br /> * Ordained in the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]<br /> * Seneschal and Treasurer for the Order of Gorethar <br /> *Officer in the Elysian Defense Force<br /> * Officer in [[Le'Megen T'Elysia|Le'Megen T'Elysia]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;hr style=&quot;width:0px;background-color:#FFFFFF; border: 0px solid; margin: 0px&quot; &gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;float: bottom; background: #87CEFA; line-height:1.2; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 10px 0 4px;&quot; <br /> |+ <br /> == About Aspen ==<br /> |-<br /> | Aspen is a dedicated paladin of the Order of Gorethar. She left home at 13 to escape a marriage, and found her path to Gorethar several years later. She came to Elysia after hearing about the Order when passing through Deglos. She was accepted as adherent under the then High Paladin, Vichan Lyonsen, who also became her mentor. She was noted for excellent reporting, organization, and developing several innovative programs within the Order. She became the youngest person in the Order to ever achieve Ordained status. Her early history and her more recent activities can be read in her journal, [http://www.avlis.org/viewtopic.php?t=77025 Letters to Valorian] .<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Excerpts from Aspen's Journal: Letters to Valorian -- ''The Tale of Markus'' ==<br /> {{Entry|user=Aspen Stormcat}}<br /> &lt;div align=&quot;justify&quot;&gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A tall, muscular woman, with glossy black hair pulled back in a pony-tail, stops a courier in [[Elysia]]. Her blue eyes looks curiously vulnerable, considering she is wearing the gold and silver plate mail and dark blue cloak of the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]. As she turns her head to dig into a bag for a letter, the scar that stretches from her forehead down her left cheek, past the corner of her mouth and on to her chin stands out whitely from a tanned face. She speaks quietly to the courier, and hands him a carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of Gorethar in blue wax with gold flecks, and a sum of gold. The courier touches his forehead, and runs off toward the docks.'' <br /> <br /> Brother Vian--<br /> <br /> As you've requested, I'm sending you some information about me. I think it's probably going to take more than one letter, though. Thank you for taking the time to speak with me the other evening... <br /> <br /> Well, Brother, I grew up in northern [[Osannia]]. My family raised oxen for the caravan and wool trade, and I had lots of brothers and sisters. As soon as it was possible, my father arranged a marriage for me, but I did not want to marry, and so ran away, when I could not get him to listen. I was all of thirteen, I think.. may have been a bit younger. I was tall and gangly, and passed myself off as a boy, and got work at the hiring faires during the summer, working as a herder, or in stables, and so forth. Toward the fall, though I grew some, and was having a harder and harder time passing myself off as a boy. It was the last harvest faire, and I was worried about the winter, when I got hired to work at an inn in southern Osannia called the Ox and Hound. They needed someone to work in the stables, and they would give me one set of clothes, 2 meals a day, one of them hot, and some silver each month. I could sleep in the stables, and I counted myself very fortunate. <br /> <br /> Everything seemed fine. But I couldn't pass myself off as a boy anymore.. and the eldest son noticed. His name was Markus, and he was much older than I.. like 20, or so, I think. He was very handsome, but as you'll read, I had reason to start to hate and distrust the very sight of him. He started hanging around the barn, and watching me. That's all he did at first.. just watched me work. Then he started making comments.. about my work... and making it harder.. then started setting thing up so that I'd trip, or have to do things over.. like fouling the hay, or water, or tipping the wheelbarrow full of manure over... then blame me for not doing my work well. He called me clumsy, and started saying things to inn patrons, or those who came to the stable, that I wasn't quite.. bright, or right in the head. Then Markus started placing himself in my path, so I'd have to brush by him, to get my work done... it kept getting progressively worse. He started to.. whip me... and finally... he showed up, one night, in the loft.. with a knife... and held me down.. and cut my cheek.. and hurt me more, threatening me with worse, if I didn't do.. what he wanted. <br /> <br /> The next day, he told the others that &quot;Bumbletoes had fallen against a scythe and cut herself... &quot; And no one questioned him, or thought anything more about it. I was only a hired hand, he was the eldest son of a well-respected innkeeper. By this time, winter was hard upon the village, and the snow knee-deep or worse in places.. and I had no where to go. That winter was the longest of my life.. and every day, the ropes and long leather straps in the barn, and the rafters overhead, began to look more and more like the only way I could escape Markus... <br /> <br /> Then we had a sudden, early thaw, and a ''kompania'' of [[Romini]] rode into the village, and into the inn yard. They were noisy, and bright, and colorful.. and laughed. Brother... I had to go out to see, so I crept to the big stable door, and peeked out. The woman who seemed to be in charge of all of them, was an older woman, gnarled with age, and had a bright headscarf. She reminded me of my own grammy.. and she must have realized something was wrong.. She came to see me, and before I knew it, I had told her everything. She offered to get me away, and I agreed. Markus was kept too busy in the Inn to come to the stables. One of the Romini was a weatherwitch, and said there was a storm coming in. So I hid in one of the wagons.. and as the storm broke, they left, taking me with them. I didn't know it, but they also took many of the Inn's oxen, too.. (that's where the warrant came from, it named me as an accessory to the theft of livestock). <br /> <br /> They kept me with them, for a very long time, always traveling south. I owe the Romini a lot, and have always checked on them, and with them, whenever I can. Finally, they judged me well enough, and far enough away, that I could go once more on my own.. and so I left them. I worked more, generally on farms, but always with a way to get away if I needed to, though at that time, I tended to also... drink, to forget. And I did manage to forget the whole thing, for a very long time. <br /> <br /> How I came to [[Gorethar]], is a story I will save for another letter, Brother. May He keep you well, and His light shine down on your paths, as you travel.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of Gorethar in blue wax with gold flecks is delivered via courier. Underneath the darkly written signature is a seal of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian,<br /> <br /> I've gotten some more time, so I thought I would write you about how I came to be one of Gorethar's holy warriors. Please, brother, tell me if I have gone beyond what you requested... <br /> <br /> As I said at the end of my last letter, I was working at farms, during this time, rather aimlessly wandering south and east. And I was drinking, usually spending all my coin in local taverns getting drunk. A lot of this period is a blank to me, brother. <br /> <br /> However, I had been working a number of months at a small farm to the north of a village on the border of [[Deglos]] and [[Brekon]]. It was owned by a small family with a little boy, who I remember reminded me of my youngest brother. His name was Owen, I think.... it's so long ago, now, or so it seems. We became close, in that we often played, when our chores were done-- he was such a fun boy-- full of mischief, and laughter. He had light brownish hair... <br /> <br /> Anyway, I know that when I drank, I would get angry.. and often I'd fight, or attempt to... I don't remember much other than awaking with bruises and cuts many times. I lost work because of it... and I knew I should stop, but I also knew there was something I didn't want to remember. So I worked, traveled, drank, and got into trouble, which made me have to move on. <br /> <br /> But... that farm. I had just gotten paid... and had walked into town, and went to the tavern. I'd had a few drinks, when someone ran by, yelling about fire and raiders... I ran outside, with an ale mug in my hand, and saw the smoke... and saw that it was coming from the north. I dropped the mug, and ran.... I don't know what I thought I'd do when I got there... but all I could think of was Owen. As I ran, the smoke got thicker, and I could hear yelling, screams, and this hoarse chanting. I came off the road, and ran through the trees toward the barn, and I could see it was in flames, the roof was outlined in flames, and the oxen were screaming. There was a lot of screaming, Brother.... I'm sure I was screaming, too, as I ran down the hill... I could see the farmyard was churned to mud... men from the village and orcs.. the raiders, were fighting. I looked about frantically, and off to one side, saw something that caught my eye... sprawled on the ground, trying to move. I ran, and slid in the mud, and ended up crawling over to it.. and it was Owen. I picked him up, into my lap... he was badly wounded brother... he'd been gutted by a spear, though I didn't recognize it at the time. He looked at me, Brother, and asked me, in a sweet, broken voice, where was I, when the orcs came .... and I had no answer for him. Owen died, as I held him....<br /> <br /> After the funerals... I left, and traveled into Deglos... and railed at myself. I wandered, looking for answers. I felt a tugging, a need, for something, some direction, and some way... to stop others from being hurt so. I wanted to be able to fight, properly, and defend.. that was what drove me, in the end, to seek one of Gorethar's shrines. It was what caused me to stop, and pray... pray for guidance, and for a chance to prove myself worthy, of something... To make what happened before have meaning, and to give my life purpose. <br /> <br /> I don't know how long I prayed, Brother.. but Gorethar answered, and accepted me as one of His warriors. <br /> <br /> I'd heard in [[Deglos]], about the Order, and made my way from there to [[Elysia]], and wrote a note, and posted it about the taverns. Brother Aradan answered me, and set up a meeting.. and Brother Vichan welcomed me into the Order. Much of the rest of what happened from there on, until I was Ordained, is in my reports, Brother. <br /> <br /> But things with Markus weren't over... but this letter is long enough, I think. I'll write more on that, another time.<br /> <br /> I hope to hear from you soon, Brother. May Gorethar bless your work.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A sealed letter is delivered, the handwriting inscribing your name grown familiar. The seal at the end of the letter is that of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian...<br /> <br /> Thank you for your words of encouragement. I would like to think that Brother Vichan, whom I grew very close to, and thought of as almost a father, would be proud of what I have done. It was his guidance and support, and that of Brothers Aradan, Carek, and Zahn (who was my sponsor), that helped me through the most trying part of my experiences.<br /> <br /> As I said Brother, I buried and forgot what happened to me, in that Inn in Spruce Run. It wasn't until I was sorely injured with broken ribs, and laid up in the [[Mikona]] Chaplet (I'd gotten stomped on by a number of minotaurs during a training session, and while I'd been mostly healed, a cracked rib snapped, and damaged something inside) that things began to resurface. Brother Carek heard the story first... and he recommended I speak to Brother Vichan, and brother Aradan.. who were our advisors at the time. Both worked with me, and helped me... I was an initiate at the time. <br /> <br /> I'd healed enough to come back to Elysia, and was speaking with someone out at Elf Gate, when a vaguely familiar man wearing an Elysian guard uniform came up to me, and before I knew what he was going to do, he ran a finger over the scar on my cheek. I was stunned... It was Markus, Brother. And before I could recover he sauntered off, claiming I'd see him again.<br /> <br /> Well, I was angry, and scared, and so I spoke to Brother Vichan. He decided that Brother Zahn would follow up with the Elysian Guard to find out more about what Markus was doing. Markus dropped out of sight for a while, Brother, and I was promoted to Ordained, when I'd passed my Trials. Then.. Markus resurfaced.. and began actively trying to discredit me, since we were trying to find out Markus' records and activities. Several times, by using someone who claimed to need help, he lured me into areas to try and approach me. Then I was attacked by a group of bounty hunters out in the wilds, who said that there was a reward for me, in the Kurathene, and that they meant to collect. That's when I found out about the fine in [[Osannia]], Brother. And even though I was young, and didn't know about what happened, I still had that charge against me. To prevent Markus from having that hold over me, I chose to pay the fine. (Thank you again, for helping me with that.. and I am glad I was able to pay you back).<br /> <br /> Markus was getting bolder, and angrier, that I had not stopped trying to find out about him. He hinted, several times, that all I need to do, to make him stop... was to &quot;kiss and make up.&quot; I knew, though, that if I did that, I'd never be rid of him. I also knew, that if I was to get the General or the Guard commander to believe me, I needed a witness from outside the Order. So I contacted the Speaker for the [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]], and asked for some help-- just as a witness, to verify what happened... and tried to set up a meeting with Markus. I wanted to make it appear that I was considering giving in... But it didnt' work out at all the way I'd planned, Brother. <br /> <br /> I'd met and sent the person the Speaker sent for me, on ahead to the barn were I'd arranged to meet Markus. Then I went in, and waited... and a badger came in-- it turned out, that this was a changeling that Markus had been working with for years. And he wanted to do 'something different, something exciting'.. so I worked with him to have him expose Markus. I demanded some written proof, of what Markus had been doing, and he agreed, for the price of a magical flail. We arranged to meet at the Hostel.... <br /> <br /> I went back there, with my witness, and found Brother Carek, Brother Vastan, Sister Terra and Brother Baloth. The changeling showed up, in a little while.. and Brother-- he revealed that the &quot;war commendations&quot; that Markus had gotten, were faked... as what he had done, was with the help of the changeling. He'd supposedly rescued a fey girl from the shaahesk... and that shaahesk was the changeling. He'd also supposedly rescued the Guard Commander from the unseelie... but the Guard commander died (how, I'm not sure, but wouldn't be surprised if Markus had killed him) and the Commander we knew, was actually the changeling, and had been for years. He transformed before us, to prove it. The Hands witness saw it as well... that, and the written and signed statement he gave was what we needed.. .and Brother Carek demanded to know where Markus was... The changeling gave the address, and then left, and Carek and Baloth went there to apprehend Markus... but he'd fled, while we'd been speaking with the changeling-- the changeling had warned him.<br /> <br /> So... both of them got out of the City. And while my name was cleared, and the Guard was restored... I was unsatisfied. I didn't feel like justice had been truly done. I notified the Hands, in T'Nanshi, and they agreed to watch out for Markus. There wasn't anything else I could do... I am no tracker, and Markus had had hours to make good his escape. <br /> <br /> So. I went about my duties. Brother Carek followed up with the Elysian Guard to make sure all was well with them, and spoke to the General, I believe. However, things were not.. quite.. over. <br /> <br /> I had stopped by Fanos' shop to sell a few odds and ends, and to buy bottles for the Hostel. We were chatting a bit, when the door opened, and closed.. I didn't pay much attention. I went to leave, and the door was locked. When I looked back at Fanos, he was being attacked... by Markus! Brother, I moved as swiftly as I could, but Markus had already skewered him. Attacking Fanos made Markus visible, and he apparently wanted me to be able to see and hear him.<br /> <br /> He'd come back for me, Brother. He was furious that I'd ruined his plans, and said that if he couldn't have me, no one would.. and since he'd just killed Fanos, and attacked me-- I knew I was in the right of law to strike him down. So we fought.. Markus taunting me that Gorethar couldn't help me... but I called upon His power, and knocked Markus flat, and though he struggled and got up to fight more, I knocked him down again-- I was surprised to find out he was no match for me, so in the end, I slew him.<br /> <br /> When I searched his body, I found the Guard cloak and emblems, which I had returned to them. I called over a local cleric, and they raised Fanos. I also found a ring, Brother... that belonged to the elderly Romini who helped me escape from Markus-- and the only way he could have gotten that from her was to kill her. I mourned her passing, and kept the ring as a remembrance. Gorethar's will and justice had been done, and many of my old fears died with Markus, there in the alchemist's shop.<br /> <br /> Now, Brother.. I am slowing opening up to my brothers and sisters.. and to others, who offer me kindness. It's hard, and at times, I still feel awkward, and uncomfortable. I don't know how to deal with the ... attention, some men have paid to me. I am most comfortable at my work, for the Order... <br /> <br /> And yet... I am beginning to wonder, if there are things that I am missing... or people that I've been afraid to know. I trust in Gorethar, to lead me down the path that is right, for many new ones have now opened before me. <br /> <br /> I trust this letter finds you well, m'lord. May Gorethar shine His light on your travels.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |} &lt;/div&gt;<br /> [[Category:PCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:ElysiaPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:DeglosianPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=PCs:Aspen_Stormcat&diff=14323 2006-07-04T02:45:22Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: </p> <hr /> <div>{{PC}}<br /> [[Image:Aspen.jpg|frame| Aspen Stormcat &lt;br&gt; [http://campus.pc.edu/staff/areed/images/gaming/aspen_portraits/ Game Avatar]]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen-headshot.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen today]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Aspirant.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen at the Elysia Hostel as an Aspirant]]<br /> [[Image:Vichan_counsels_Aspen.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Former High Paladin Vichan Lyonsen advising Aspen]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Zahn_undead.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen fighting in the Mikona Crypts]]<br /> [[Image:FoM-aspen-strikes.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen strikes down spirits in the Forest of Midnight]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen_Temple_Toran_Kuras.jpg|135px|thumb|Visiting the Temple of Toran in Kuras]]<br /> [[Image:Air_elementals_armor.jpg|135px|thumb|Battle in the Elemental Tower]]<br /> [[Image:Auction1.jpg|135px|thumb|Ferrell Trade Fair: Zayn Reyer, Aspen, Aradan Kir]] <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FFD700; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |+ style=&quot;font-size: larger;&quot; | http://www.blackdagger.com/gallery/data/558/4846gorethar_forum.gif &lt;br&gt;'''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> | <br /> '''Age:''' 24 years &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Race:''' Human&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Gender:''' Female&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Birthplace:''' [[Osannia]], Kurathene Empire&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Current Residence:''' Elysia (since she was 17) &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Titles, Occupations:''' <br /> * Paladin of [[Gorethar]]<br /> * Ordained in the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]<br /> * Seneschal and Treasurer for the Order of Gorethar <br /> *Officer in the Elysian Defense Force<br /> * Officer in [[Le'Megen T'Elysia|Le'Megen T'Elysia]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;hr style=&quot;width:0px;background-color:#FFFFFF; border: 0px solid; margin: 0px&quot; &gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;float: bottom; background: #87CEFA; line-height:1.2; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 10px 0 4px;&quot; <br /> |+ <br /> == About Aspen ==<br /> |-<br /> | Aspen is a dedicated paladin of the Order of Gorethar. She left home at 13 to escape a marriage, and found her path to Gorethar several years later. She came to Elysia after hearing about the Order when passing through Deglos. She was accepted as adherent under the then High Paladin, Vichan Lyonsen, who also became her mentor. She was noted for excellent reporting, organization, and developing several innovative programs within the Order. She became the youngest person in the Order to ever achieve Ordained status. Her early history and her more recent activities can be read in her journal, [http://www.avlis.org/viewtopic.php?t=77025 Letters to Valorian] .<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Excerpts from Aspen's Journal: Letters to Valorian -- ''The Tale of Markus'' ==<br /> {{Entry|user=Aspen Stormcat}}<br /> &lt;div align=&quot;justify&quot;&gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A tall, muscular woman, with glossy black hair pulled back in a pony-tail, stops a courier in [[Elysia]]. Her blue eyes looks curiously vulnerable, considering she is wearing the gold and silver plate mail and dark blue cloak of the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]. As she turns her head to dig into a bag for a letter, the scar that stretches from her forehead down her left cheek, past the corner of her mouth and on to her chin stands out whitely from a tanned face. She speaks quietly to the courier, and hands him a carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of Gorethar in blue wax with gold flecks, and a sum of gold. The courier touches his forehead, and runs off toward the docks.'' <br /> <br /> Brother Vian--<br /> <br /> As you've requested, I'm sending you some information about me. I think it's probably going to take more than one letter, though. Thank you for taking the time to speak with me the other evening... <br /> <br /> Well, Brother, I grew up in northern [[Osannia]]. My family raised oxen for the caravan and wool trade, and I had lots of brothers and sisters. As soon as it was possible, my father arranged a marriage for me, but I did not want to marry, and so ran away, when I could not get him to listen. I was all of thirteen, I think.. may have been a bit younger. I was tall and gangly, and passed myself off as a boy, and got work at the hiring faires during the summer, working as a herder, or in stables, and so forth. Toward the fall, though I grew some, and was having a harder and harder time passing myself off as a boy. It was the last harvest faire, and I was worried about the winter, when I got hired to work at an inn in southern Osannia called the Ox and Hound. They needed someone to work in the stables, and they would give me one set of clothes, 2 meals a day, one of them hot, and some silver each month. I could sleep in the stables, and I counted myself very fortunate. <br /> <br /> Everything seemed fine. But I couldn't pass myself off as a boy anymore.. and the eldest son noticed. His name was Markus, and he was much older than I.. like 20, or so, I think. He was very handsome, but as you'll read, I had reason to start to hate and distrust the very sight of him. He started hanging around the barn, and watching me. That's all he did at first.. just watched me work. Then he started making comments.. about my work... and making it harder.. then started setting thing up so that I'd trip, or have to do things over.. like fouling the hay, or water, or tipping the wheelbarrow full of manure over... then blame me for not doing my work well. He called me clumsy, and started saying things to inn patrons, or those who came to the stable, that I wasn't quite.. bright, or right in the head. Then Markus started placing himself in my path, so I'd have to brush by him, to get my work done... it kept getting progressively worse. He started to.. whip me... and finally... he showed up, one night, in the loft.. with a knife... and held me down.. and cut my cheek.. and hurt me more, threatening me with worse, if I didn't do.. what he wanted. <br /> <br /> The next day, he told the others that &quot;Bumbletoes had fallen against a scythe and cut herself... &quot; And no one questioned him, or thought anything more about it. I was only a hired hand, he was the eldest son of a well-respected innkeeper. By this time, winter was hard upon the village, and the snow knee-deep or worse in places.. and I had no where to go. That winter was the longest of my life.. and every day, the ropes and long leather straps in the barn, and the rafters overhead, began to look more and more like the only way I could escape Markus... <br /> <br /> Then we had a sudden, early thaw, and a ''kompania'' of [[Romini]] rode into the village, and into the inn yard. They were noisy, and bright, and colorful.. and laughed. Brother... I had to go out to see, so I crept to the big stable door, and peeked out. The woman who seemed to be in charge of all of them, was an older woman, gnarled with age, and had a bright headscarf. She reminded me of my own grammy.. and she must have realized something was wrong.. She came to see me, and before I knew it, I had told her everything. She offered to get me away, and I agreed. Markus was kept too busy in the Inn to come to the stables. One of the Romini was a weatherwitch, and said there was a storm coming in. So I hid in one of the wagons.. and as the storm broke, they left, taking me with them. I didn't know it, but they also took many of the Inn's oxen, too.. (that's where the warrant came from, it named me as an accessory to the theft of livestock). <br /> <br /> They kept me with them, for a very long time, always traveling south. I owe the Romini a lot, and have always checked on them, and with them, whenever I can. Finally, they judged me well enough, and far enough away, that I could go once more on my own.. and so I left them. I worked more, generally on farms, but always with a way to get away if I needed to, though at that time, I tended to also... drink, to forget. And I did manage to forget the whole thing, for a very long time. <br /> <br /> How I came to [[Gorethar]], is a story I will save for another letter, Brother. May He keep you well, and His light shine down on your paths, as you travel.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of Gorethar in blue wax with gold flecks is delivered via courier. Underneath the darkly written signature is a seal of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian,<br /> <br /> I've gotten some more time, so I thought I would write you about how I came to be one of Gorethar's holy warriors. Please, brother, tell me if I have gone beyond what you requested... <br /> <br /> As I said at the end of my last letter, I was working at farms, during this time, rather aimlessly wandering south and east. And I was drinking, usually spending all my coin in local taverns getting drunk. A lot of this period is a blank to me, brother. <br /> <br /> However, I had been working a number of months at a small farm to the north of a village on the border of [[Deglos]] and [[Brekon]]. It was owned by a small family with a little boy, who I remember reminded me of my youngest brother. His name was Owen, I think.... it's so long ago, now, or so it seems. We became close, in that we often played, when our chores were done-- he was such a fun boy-- full of mischief, and laughter. He had light brownish hair... <br /> <br /> Anyway, I know that when I drank, I would get angry.. and often I'd fight, or attempt to... I don't remember much other than awaking with bruises and cuts many times. I lost work because of it... and I knew I should stop, but I also knew there was something I didn't want to remember. So I worked, traveled, drank, and got into trouble, which made me have to move on. <br /> <br /> But... that farm. I had just gotten paid... and had walked into town, and went to the tavern. I'd had a few drinks, when someone ran by, yelling about fire and raiders... I ran outside, with an ale mug in my hand, and saw the smoke... and saw that it was coming from the north. I dropped the mug, and ran.... I don't know what I thought I'd do when I got there... but all I could think of was Owen. As I ran, the smoke got thicker, and I could hear yelling, screams, and this hoarse chanting. I came off the road, and ran through the trees toward the barn, and I could see it was in flames, the roof was outlined in flames, and the oxen were screaming. There was a lot of screaming, Brother.... I'm sure I was screaming, too, as I ran down the hill... I could see the farmyard was churned to mud... men from the village and orcs.. the raiders, were fighting. I looked about frantically, and off to one side, saw something that caught my eye... sprawled on the ground, trying to move. I ran, and slid in the mud, and ended up crawling over to it.. and it was Owen. I picked him up, into my lap... he was badly wounded brother... he'd been gutted by a spear, though I didn't recognize it at the time. He looked at me, Brother, and asked me, in a sweet, broken voice, where was I, when the orcs came .... and I had no answer for him. Owen died, as I held him....<br /> <br /> After the funerals... I left, and traveled into Deglos... and railed at myself. I wandered, looking for answers. I felt a tugging, a need, for something, some direction, and some way... to stop others from being hurt so. I wanted to be able to fight, properly, and defend.. that was what drove me, in the end, to seek one of Gorethar's shrines. It was what caused me to stop, and pray... pray for guidance, and for a chance to prove myself worthy, of something... To make what happened before have meaning, and to give my life purpose. <br /> <br /> I don't know how long I prayed, Brother.. but Gorethar answered, and accepted me as one of His warriors. <br /> <br /> I'd heard in [[Deglos]], about the Order, and made my way from there to [[Elysia]], and wrote a note, and posted it about the taverns. Brother Aradan answered me, and set up a meeting.. and Brother Vichan welcomed me into the Order. Much of the rest of what happened from there on, until I was Ordained, is in my reports, Brother. <br /> <br /> But things with Markus weren't over... but this letter is long enough, I think. I'll write more on that, another time.<br /> <br /> I hope to hear from you soon, Brother. May Gorethar bless your work.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A sealed letter is delivered, the handwriting inscribing your name grown familiar. The seal at the end of the letter is that of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian...<br /> <br /> Thank you for your words of encouragement. I would like to think that Brother Vichan, whom I grew very close to, and thought of as almost a father, would be proud of what I have done. It was his guidance and support, and that of Brothers Aradan, Carek, and Zahn (who was my sponsor), that helped me through the most trying part of my experiences.<br /> <br /> As I said Brother, I buried and forgot what happened to me, in that Inn in Spruce Run. It wasn't until I was sorely injured with broken ribs, and laid up in the [[Mikona]] Chaplet (I'd gotten stomped on by a number of minotaurs during a training session, and while I'd been mostly healed, a cracked rib snapped, and damaged something inside) that things began to resurface. Brother Carek heard the story first... and he recommended I speak to Brother Vichan, and brother Aradan.. who were our advisors at the time. Both worked with me, and helped me... I was an initiate at the time. <br /> <br /> I'd healed enough to come back to Elysia, and was speaking with someone out at Elf Gate, when a vaguely familiar man wearing an Elysian guard uniform came up to me, and before I knew what he was going to do, he ran a finger over the scar on my cheek. I was stunned... It was Markus, Brother. And before I could recover he sauntered off, claiming I'd see him again.<br /> <br /> Well, I was angry, and scared, and so I spoke to Brother Vichan. He decided that Brother Zahn would follow up with the Elysian Guard to find out more about what Markus was doing. Markus dropped out of sight for a while, Brother, and I was promoted to Ordained, when I'd passed my Trials. Then.. Markus resurfaced.. and began actively trying to discredit me, since we were trying to find out Markus' records and activities. Several times, by using someone who claimed to need help, he lured me into areas to try and approach me. Then I was attacked by a group of bounty hunters out in the wilds, who said that there was a reward for me, in the Kurathene, and that they meant to collect. That's when I found out about the fine in [[Osannia]], Brother. And even though I was young, and didn't know about what happened, I still had that charge against me. To prevent Markus from having that hold over me, I chose to pay the fine. (Thank you again, for helping me with that.. and I am glad I was able to pay you back).<br /> <br /> Markus was getting bolder, and angrier, that I had not stopped trying to find out about him. He hinted, several times, that all I need to do, to make him stop... was to &quot;kiss and make up.&quot; I knew, though, that if I did that, I'd never be rid of him. I also knew, that if I was to get the General or the Guard commander to believe me, I needed a witness from outside the Order. So I contacted the Speaker for the [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]], and asked for some help-- just as a witness, to verify what happened... and tried to set up a meeting with Markus. I wanted to make it appear that I was considering giving in... But it didnt' work out at all the way I'd planned, Brother. <br /> <br /> I'd met and sent the person the Speaker sent for me, on ahead to the barn were I'd arranged to meet Markus. Then I went in, and waited... and a badger came in-- it turned out, that this was a changeling that Markus had been working with for years. And he wanted to do 'something different, something exciting'.. so I worked with him to have him expose Markus. I demanded some written proof, of what Markus had been doing, and he agreed, for the price of a magical flail. We arranged to meet at the Hostel.... <br /> <br /> I went back there, with my witness, and found Brother Carek, Brother Vastan, Sister Terra and Brother Baloth. The changeling showed up, in a little while.. and Brother-- he revealed that the &quot;war commendations&quot; that Markus had gotten, were faked... as what he had done, was with the help of the changeling. He'd supposedly rescued a fey girl from the shaahesk... and that shaahesk was the changeling. He'd also supposedly rescued the Guard Commander from the unseelie... but the Guard commander died (how, I'm not sure, but wouldn't be surprised if Markus had killed him) and the Commander we knew, was actually the changeling, and had been for years. He transformed before us, to prove it. The Hands witness saw it as well... that, and the written and signed statement he gave was what we needed.. .and Brother Carek demanded to know where Markus was... The changeling gave the address, and then left, and Carek and Balolth went there to apprehend Markus... but he'd fled, while we'd been speaking with the changeling-- the changeling had warned him.<br /> <br /> So... both of them got out of the City. And while my name was cleared, and the Guard was restored... I was unsatisfied. I didn't feel like justice had been truly done. I notified the Hands, in T'Nanshi, and they agreed to watch out for Markus. There wasn't anything else I could do... I am no tracker, and Markus had had hours to make good his escape. <br /> <br /> So. I went about my duties. Brother Carek followed up with the Elysian Guard to make sure all was well with them, and spoke to the General, I believe. However, things were not.. quite.. over. <br /> <br /> I had stopped by Fanos' shop to sell a few odds and ends, and to buy bottles for the Hostel. We were chatting a bit, when the door opened, and closed.. I didn't pay much attention. I went to leave, and the door was locked. When I looked back at Fanos, he was being attacked... by Markus! Brother, I moved as swiftly as I could, but Markus had already skewered him. Attacking Fanos made Markus visible, and he apparently wanted me to be able to see and hear him.<br /> <br /> He'd come back for me, Brother. He was furious that I'd ruined his plans, and said that if he couldn't have me, no one would.. and since he'd just killed Fanos, and attacked me-- I knew I was in the right of law to strike him down. So we fought.. Markus taunting me that Gorethar couldn't help me... but I called upon His power, and knocked Markus flat, and though he struggled and got up to fight more, I knocked him down again-- I was surprised to find out he was no match for me, so in the end, I slew him.<br /> <br /> When I searched his body, I found the Guard cloak and emblems, which I had returned to them. I called over a local cleric, and they raised Fanos. I also found a ring, Brother... that belonged to the elderly Romini who helped me escape from Markus-- and the only way he could have gotten that from her was to kill her. I mourned her passing, and kept the ring as a remembrance. Gorethar's will and justice had been done, and many of my old fears died with Markus, there in the alchemist's shop.<br /> <br /> Now, Brother.. I am slowing opening up to my brothers and sisters.. and to others, who offer me kindness. It's hard, and at times, I still feel awkward, and uncomfortable. I don't know how to deal with the ... attention, some men have paid to me. I am most comfortable at my work, for the Order... <br /> <br /> And yet... I am beginning to wonder, if there are things that I am missing... or people that I've been afraid to know. I trust in Gorethar, to lead me down the path that is right, for many new ones have now opened before me. <br /> <br /> I trust this letter finds you well, m'lord. May Gorethar shine His light on your travels.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |} &lt;/div&gt;<br /> [[Category:PCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:ElysiaPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:DeglosianPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=File:Auction1.jpg&diff=20148 2006-07-04T02:44:25Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: Trade fair</p> <hr /> <div>Trade fair</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild:Order_of_Gorethar&diff=14342 2006-07-04T02:30:39Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: </p> <hr /> <div></div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=File:Ordination_ceremony.jpg&diff=20147 2006-07-04T02:29:26Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: Ordination ceremony</p> <hr /> <div>Ordination ceremony</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild:Order_of_Gorethar&diff=14321 2006-07-04T02:26:24Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* Ranks and Advancement */</p> <hr /> <div></div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=Guild:Order_of_Gorethar&diff=14320 2006-07-04T02:25:20Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: /* History and Origins of the Order */</p> <hr /> <div></div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=File:Armor_examples.jpg&diff=20146 2006-07-04T02:19:15Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: OoG armor</p> <hr /> <div>OoG armor</div>

Aspen Stormcat http://wiki.avlis.org/w/index.php?title=PCs:Aspen_Stormcat&diff=14322 2006-07-04T02:16:41Z

<p>Aspen Stormcat: </p> <hr /> <div>{{PC}}<br /> [[Image:Aspen.jpg|frame| Aspen Stormcat &lt;br&gt; [http://campus.pc.edu/staff/areed/images/gaming/aspen_portraits/ Game Avatar]]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen-headshot.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen today]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Aspirant.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Aspen at the Elysia Hostel as an Aspirant]]<br /> [[Image:Vichan_counsels_Aspen.jpg|135px|right|thumb|Former High Paladin Vichan Lyonsen advising Aspen]] <br /> [[Image:Aspen_Zahn_undead.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen fighting in the Mikona Crypts]]<br /> [[Image:FoM-aspen-strikes.jpg|right|135px|thumb|Aspen strikes down spirits in the Forest of Midnight]]<br /> [[Image:Aspen_Temple_Toran_Kuras.jpg|135px|thumb|Visiting the Temple of Toran in Kuras]]<br /> [[Image:Air_elementals_armor.jpg|135px|thumb|Battle in the Elemental Tower]]<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FFD700; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |+ style=&quot;font-size: larger;&quot; | http://www.blackdagger.com/gallery/data/558/4846gorethar_forum.gif &lt;br&gt;'''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> | <br /> '''Age:''' 24 years &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Race:''' Human&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Gender:''' Female&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Birthplace:''' [[Osannia]], Kurathene Empire&lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Current Residence:''' Elysia (since she was 17) &lt;br&gt;<br /> '''Titles, Occupations:''' <br /> * Paladin of [[Gorethar]]<br /> * Ordained in the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]<br /> * Seneschal and Treasurer for the Order of Gorethar <br /> *Officer in the Elysian Defense Force<br /> * Officer in [[Le'Megen T'Elysia|Le'Megen T'Elysia]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;hr style=&quot;width:0px;background-color:#FFFFFF; border: 0px solid; margin: 0px&quot; &gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;float: bottom; background: #87CEFA; line-height:1.2; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 10px 0 4px;&quot; <br /> |+ <br /> == About Aspen ==<br /> |-<br /> | Aspen is a dedicated paladin of the Order of Gorethar. She left home at 13 to escape a marriage, and found her path to Gorethar several years later. She came to Elysia after hearing about the Order when passing through Deglos. She was accepted as adherent under the then High Paladin, Vichan Lyonsen, who also became her mentor. She was noted for excellent reporting, organization, and developing several innovative programs within the Order. She became the youngest person in the Order to ever achieve Ordained status. Her early history and her more recent activities can be read in her journal, [http://www.avlis.org/viewtopic.php?t=77025 Letters to Valorian] .<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Excerpts from Aspen's Journal: Letters to Valorian -- ''The Tale of Markus'' ==<br /> {{Entry|user=Aspen Stormcat}}<br /> &lt;div align=&quot;justify&quot;&gt;<br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A tall, muscular woman, with glossy black hair pulled back in a pony-tail, stops a courier in [[Elysia]]. Her blue eyes looks curiously vulnerable, considering she is wearing the gold and silver plate mail and dark blue cloak of the [[Guild:OrderofGorethar|Order of Gorethar]]. As she turns her head to dig into a bag for a letter, the scar that stretches from her forehead down her left cheek, past the corner of her mouth and on to her chin stands out whitely from a tanned face. She speaks quietly to the courier, and hands him a carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of Gorethar in blue wax with gold flecks, and a sum of gold. The courier touches his forehead, and runs off toward the docks.'' <br /> <br /> Brother Vian--<br /> <br /> As you've requested, I'm sending you some information about me. I think it's probably going to take more than one letter, though. Thank you for taking the time to speak with me the other evening... <br /> <br /> Well, Brother, I grew up in northern [[Osannia]]. My family raised oxen for the caravan and wool trade, and I had lots of brothers and sisters. As soon as it was possible, my father arranged a marriage for me, but I did not want to marry, and so ran away, when I could not get him to listen. I was all of thirteen, I think.. may have been a bit younger. I was tall and gangly, and passed myself off as a boy, and got work at the hiring faires during the summer, working as a herder, or in stables, and so forth. Toward the fall, though I grew some, and was having a harder and harder time passing myself off as a boy. It was the last harvest faire, and I was worried about the winter, when I got hired to work at an inn in southern Osannia called the Ox and Hound. They needed someone to work in the stables, and they would give me one set of clothes, 2 meals a day, one of them hot, and some silver each month. I could sleep in the stables, and I counted myself very fortunate. <br /> <br /> Everything seemed fine. But I couldn't pass myself off as a boy anymore.. and the eldest son noticed. His name was Markus, and he was much older than I.. like 20, or so, I think. He was very handsome, but as you'll read, I had reason to start to hate and distrust the very sight of him. He started hanging around the barn, and watching me. That's all he did at first.. just watched me work. Then he started making comments.. about my work... and making it harder.. then started setting thing up so that I'd trip, or have to do things over.. like fouling the hay, or water, or tipping the wheelbarrow full of manure over... then blame me for not doing my work well. He called me clumsy, and started saying things to inn patrons, or those who came to the stable, that I wasn't quite.. bright, or right in the head. Then Markus started placing himself in my path, so I'd have to brush by him, to get my work done... it kept getting progressively worse. He started to.. whip me... and finally... he showed up, one night, in the loft.. with a knife... and held me down.. and cut my cheek.. and hurt me more, threatening me with worse, if I didn't do.. what he wanted. <br /> <br /> The next day, he told the others that &quot;Bumbletoes had fallen against a scythe and cut herself... &quot; And no one questioned him, or thought anything more about it. I was only a hired hand, he was the eldest son of a well-respected innkeeper. By this time, winter was hard upon the village, and the snow knee-deep or worse in places.. and I had no where to go. That winter was the longest of my life.. and every day, the ropes and long leather straps in the barn, and the rafters overhead, began to look more and more like the only way I could escape Markus... <br /> <br /> Then we had a sudden, early thaw, and a ''kompania'' of [[Romini]] rode into the village, and into the inn yard. They were noisy, and bright, and colorful.. and laughed. Brother... I had to go out to see, so I crept to the big stable door, and peeked out. The woman who seemed to be in charge of all of them, was an older woman, gnarled with age, and had a bright headscarf. She reminded me of my own grammy.. and she must have realized something was wrong.. She came to see me, and before I knew it, I had told her everything. She offered to get me away, and I agreed. Markus was kept too busy in the Inn to come to the stables. One of the Romini was a weatherwitch, and said there was a storm coming in. So I hid in one of the wagons.. and as the storm broke, they left, taking me with them. I didn't know it, but they also took many of the Inn's oxen, too.. (that's where the warrant came from, it named me as an accessory to the theft of livestock). <br /> <br /> They kept me with them, for a very long time, always traveling south. I owe the Romini a lot, and have always checked on them, and with them, whenever I can. Finally, they judged me well enough, and far enough away, that I could go once more on my own.. and so I left them. I worked more, generally on farms, but always with a way to get away if I needed to, though at that time, I tended to also... drink, to forget. And I did manage to forget the whole thing, for a very long time. <br /> <br /> How I came to [[Gorethar]], is a story I will save for another letter, Brother. May He keep you well, and His light shine down on your paths, as you travel.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A carefully written letter, sealed with the sigil of Gorethar in blue wax with gold flecks is delivered via courier. Underneath the darkly written signature is a seal of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian,<br /> <br /> I've gotten some more time, so I thought I would write you about how I came to be one of Gorethar's holy warriors. Please, brother, tell me if I have gone beyond what you requested... <br /> <br /> As I said at the end of my last letter, I was working at farms, during this time, rather aimlessly wandering south and east. And I was drinking, usually spending all my coin in local taverns getting drunk. A lot of this period is a blank to me, brother. <br /> <br /> However, I had been working a number of months at a small farm to the north of a village on the border of [[Deglos]] and [[Brekon]]. It was owned by a small family with a little boy, who I remember reminded me of my youngest brother. His name was Owen, I think.... it's so long ago, now, or so it seems. We became close, in that we often played, when our chores were done-- he was such a fun boy-- full of mischief, and laughter. He had light brownish hair... <br /> <br /> Anyway, I know that when I drank, I would get angry.. and often I'd fight, or attempt to... I don't remember much other than awaking with bruises and cuts many times. I lost work because of it... and I knew I should stop, but I also knew there was something I didn't want to remember. So I worked, traveled, drank, and got into trouble, which made me have to move on. <br /> <br /> But... that farm. I had just gotten paid... and had walked into town, and went to the tavern. I'd had a few drinks, when someone ran by, yelling about fire and raiders... I ran outside, with an ale mug in my hand, and saw the smoke... and saw that it was coming from the north. I dropped the mug, and ran.... I don't know what I thought I'd do when I got there... but all I could think of was Owen. As I ran, the smoke got thicker, and I could hear yelling, screams, and this hoarse chanting. I came off the road, and ran through the trees toward the barn, and I could see it was in flames, the roof was outlined in flames, and the oxen were screaming. There was a lot of screaming, Brother.... I'm sure I was screaming, too, as I ran down the hill... I could see the farmyard was churned to mud... men from the village and orcs.. the raiders, were fighting. I looked about frantically, and off to one side, saw something that caught my eye... sprawled on the ground, trying to move. I ran, and slid in the mud, and ended up crawling over to it.. and it was Owen. I picked him up, into my lap... he was badly wounded brother... he'd been gutted by a spear, though I didn't recognize it at the time. He looked at me, Brother, and asked me, in a sweet, broken voice, where was I, when the orcs came .... and I had no answer for him. Owen died, as I held him....<br /> <br /> After the funerals... I left, and traveled into Deglos... and railed at myself. I wandered, looking for answers. I felt a tugging, a need, for something, some direction, and some way... to stop others from being hurt so. I wanted to be able to fight, properly, and defend.. that was what drove me, in the end, to seek one of Gorethar's shrines. It was what caused me to stop, and pray... pray for guidance, and for a chance to prove myself worthy, of something... To make what happened before have meaning, and to give my life purpose. <br /> <br /> I don't know how long I prayed, Brother.. but Gorethar answered, and accepted me as one of His warriors. <br /> <br /> I'd heard in [[Deglos]], about the Order, and made my way from there to [[Elysia]], and wrote a note, and posted it about the taverns. Brother Aradan answered me, and set up a meeting.. and Brother Vichan welcomed me into the Order. Much of the rest of what happened from there on, until I was Ordained, is in my reports, Brother. <br /> <br /> But things with Markus weren't over... but this letter is long enough, I think. I'll write more on that, another time.<br /> <br /> I hope to hear from you soon, Brother. May Gorethar bless your work.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''''Aspen Stormcat'''''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> {| cellpadding=&quot;1&quot; style=&quot;font-size: 100%; background: #FCF8DC; line-height:1.1; border: 1px solid #8888aa; padding: 5px; font-size: 100%; margin: 7px 7px 0 4px;&quot; align=&quot;center&quot; width=&quot;80%&quot;<br /> |<br /> ''A sealed letter is delivered, the handwriting inscribing your name grown familiar. The seal at the end of the letter is that of a snarling cat crossed by a lightning bolt.''<br /> <br /> Brother Vian...<br /> <br /> Thank you for your words of encouragement. I would like to think that Brother Vichan, whom I grew very close to, and thought of as almost a father, would be proud of what I have done. It was his guidance and support, and that of Brothers Aradan, Carek, and Zahn (who was my sponsor), that helped me through the most trying part of my experiences.<br /> <br /> As I said Brother, I buried and forgot what happened to me, in that Inn in Spruce Run. It wasn't until I was sorely injured with broken ribs, and laid up in the [[Mikona]] Chaplet (I'd gotten stomped on by a number of minotaurs during a training session, and while I'd been mostly healed, a cracked rib snapped, and damaged something inside) that things began to resurface. Brother Carek heard the story first... and he recommended I speak to Brother Vichan, and brother Aradan.. who were our advisors at the time. Both worked with me, and helped me... I was an initiate at the time. <br /> <br /> I'd healed enough to come back to Elysia, and was speaking with someone out at Elf Gate, when a vaguely familiar man wearing an Elysian guard uniform came up to me, and before I knew what he was going to do, he ran a finger over the scar on my cheek. I was stunned... It was Markus, Brother. And before I could recover he sauntered off, claiming I'd see him again.<br /> <br /> Well, I was angry, and scared, and so I spoke to Brother Vichan. He decided that Brother Zahn would follow up with the Elysian Guard to find out more about what Markus was doing. Markus dropped out of sight for a while, Brother, and I was promoted to Ordained, when I'd passed my Trials. Then.. Markus resurfaced.. and began actively trying to discredit me, since we were trying to find out Markus' records and activities. Several times, by using someone who claimed to need help, he lured me into areas to try and approach me. Then I was attacked by a group of bounty hunters out in the wilds, who said that there was a reward for me, in the Kurathene, and that they meant to collect. That's when I found out about the fine in [[Osannia]], Brother. And even though I was young, and didn't know about what happened, I still had that charge against me. To prevent Markus from having that hold over me, I chose to pay the fine. (Thank you again, for helping me with that.. and I am glad I was able to pay you back).<br /> <br /> Markus was getting bolder, and angrier, that I had not stopped trying to find out about him. He hinted, several times, that all I need to do, to make him stop... was to &quot;kiss and make up.&quot; I knew, though, that if I did that, I'd never be rid of him. I also knew, that if I was to get the General or the Guard commander to believe me, I needed a witness from outside the Order. So I contacted the Speaker for the [[Guild:HandsofDruEl|Hands]], and asked for some help-- just as a witness, to verify what happened... and tried to set up a meeting with Markus. I wanted to make it appear that I was considering giving in... But it didnt' work out at all the way I'd planned, Brother. <br /> <br /> I'd met and sent the person the Speaker sent for me, on ahead to the barn were I'd arranged to meet Markus. Then I went in, and waited... and a badger came in-- it turned out, that this was a changeling that Markus had been working with for years. And he wanted to do 'something different, something exciting'.. so I worked with him to have him expose Markus. I demanded some written proof, of what Markus had been doing, and he agreed, for the price of a magical flail. We arranged to meet at the Hostel.... <br /> <br /> I went back there, with my witness, and found Brother Carek, Brother Vastan, Sister Terra and Brother Baloth. The changeling showed up, in a little while.. and Brother-- he revealed that the &quot;war commendations&quot; that Markus had gotten, were faked... as what he had done, was with the help of the changeling. He'd supposedly rescued a fey girl from the shaahesk... and that shaahesk was the changeling. He'd also supposedly rescued the Guard Commander from the unseelie... but the Guard commander died (how, I'm not sure, but wouldn't be surprised if Markus had killed him) and the Commander we knew, was actually the changeling, and had been for years. He transformed before us, to prove it. The Hands witness saw it as well... that, and the written and signed statement he gave was what we needed.. .and Brother Carek demanded to know where Markus was... The changeling gave the address, and then left, and Carek and Balolth went there to apprehend Markus... but he'd fled, while we'd been speaking with the changeling-- the changeling had warned him.<br /> <br /> So... both of them got out of the City. And while my name was cleared, and the Guard was restored... I was unsatisfied. I didn't feel like justice had been truly done. I notified the Hands, in T'Nanshi, and they agreed to watch out for Markus. There wasn't anything else I could do... I am no tracker, and Markus had had hours to make good his escape. <br /> <br /> So. I went about my duties. Brother Carek followed up with the Elysian Guard to make sure all was well with them, and spoke to the General, I believe. However, things were not.. quite.. over. <br /> <br /> I had stopped by Fanos' shop to sell a few odds and ends, and to buy bottles for the Hostel. We were chatting a bit, when the door opened, and closed.. I didn't pay much attention. I went to leave, and the door was locked. When I looked back at Fanos, he was being attacked... by Markus! Brother, I moved as swiftly as I could, but Markus had already skewered him. Attacking Fanos made Markus visible, and he apparently wanted me to be able to see and hear him.<br /> <br /> He'd come back for me, Brother. He was furious that I'd ruined his plans, and said that if he couldn't have me, no one would.. and since he'd just killed Fanos, and attacked me-- I knew I was in the right of law to strike him down. So we fought.. Markus taunting me that Gorethar couldn't help me... but I called upon His power, and knocked Markus flat, and though he struggled and got up to fight more, I knocked him down again-- I was surprised to find out he was no match for me, so in the end, I slew him.<br /> <br /> When I searched his body, I found the Guard cloak and emblems, which I had returned to them. I called over a local cleric, and they raised Fanos. I also found a ring, Brother... that belonged to the elderly Romini who helped me escape from Markus-- and the only way he could have gotten that from her was to kill her. I mourned her passing, and kept the ring as a remembrance. Gorethar's will and justice had been done, and many of my old fears died with Markus, there in the alchemist's shop.<br /> <br /> Now, Brother.. I am slowing opening up to my brothers and sisters.. and to others, who offer me kindness. It's hard, and at times, I still feel awkward, and uncomfortable. I don't know how to deal with the ... attention, some men have paid to me. I am most comfortable at my work, for the Order... <br /> <br /> And yet... I am beginning to wonder, if there are things that I am missing... or people that I've been afraid to know. I trust in Gorethar, to lead me down the path that is right, for many new ones have now opened before me. <br /> <br /> I trust this letter finds you well, m'lord. May Gorethar shine His light on your travels.<br /> <br /> In faith and duty, <br /> <br /> '''Aspen Stormcat'''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Tigersigil-sm.gif]]<br /> |} &lt;/div&gt;<br /> [[Category:PCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:ElysiaPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]<br /> [[Category:DeglosianPCs|Stormcat, Aspen]]</div>

Aspen Stormcat