> Well, Jarran is still sulking over Valygar getting so much attention, so I
> got someone else to talk to me instead.
Yay! This is another series that I'm really enjoying.
> Jarran nodded. “Anomen, Keldorn, cover up anything that identifies your
> allegiances. They probably have some sort of magical sight. Everyone else,
> look interested.”
How does one look interested in having one's eyes ripped out, I wonder? I had a queasy feeling in my stomach all the way through this quest.
> “Without his eye, the One God is stronger, not weaker. He has made
> mountains tremble and easily destroyed those fools who have come seeking
> his destruction.
*smirk*
We'll see who will destroy whom, here.
> Jaheira arched an eyebrow. “A prayer for his soul, Anomen? I didn't think
> pity came easily for Helmites.”
An interesting conversation. And, to my surprise, I actually find myself agreeing with Anomen on something.
> Jan snorted. “Could you guys have your theological discussion another
> time?”
Like, when there's not a gaggle of crazy cultists all around you who might overhear your little chat and toss you down that hole, too?
And now I'm agreeing with Jan? The end of the world must be at hand!
> “Yes,” Minsc chimed in. “Boo and Minsc demand that butts must be kicked
> for these horrors. Boo is greatly troubled that these evil-doers have no
> eyes for him to go for.”
Minsc and Boo ... gotta love 'em.
> “Then you have my thanks. You may rest here if you wish. My only request
> is that you not disturb the sarcophagus in that room. We find it…
> unsettling.”
Gee, maybe because there's a lich in there? I always thought it a little odd that the shade lich doesn't mind sharing a room with these guys.
> The group decided to have a short rest in a small chamber. Jan was bored
> and ready to go, but the others didn't seem in any hurry to get moving.
> The gnome decided that this was the perfect time for a little fun.
*growl*
What's it with that idiot? How does *anyone* put up with him? Every time he opens his mouth, he's just asking to be trashed, spitted on a blade, fed to a demon ... In fact, he's fighting Edwin for the questionable label of my least favourite NPC, and I think he's winning.
(Translation: I think you've portrayed Jan's annoying behavior perfectly.)
> “Jan…” Jarran said disapprovingly, but the gnome was having too much fun
> to heed the warning.
Smack him, Jarran. Hard.
> Jan was rather startled to find himself slammed up against the wall, his
> boots dangling several feet above the floor. Anomen's face was mere inches
> from his, and the squire hissed, “Don't… call…me… Ano.”
Dangerous admission time again: I normally don't like Anomen ...
... but I find myself rooting for *this* Anomen, and not just in this episode.
> Then the rage returned to his eyes, and he let go his grip, letting Jan fall
> to the floor. “Do not pester me in the future, gnome, or our new method of
> locating traps will be to fling you in the appropriate direction and se
> what happens.”
ROTFL! You GO, boy! I'm all for it!
(Hmm, this reminds me of the Nodwick cartoons in the Dragon mag.)
> Jaheira glared at him. “You would garner much more sympathy from me, gnome,
> if your hand wasn't on my knee. Remove it if you wish to continue breathing.”
Why so restrained, Jaheira? Are you not feeling well? Come on, kick him, you know you want to, and you know we want you to.
Will we see more of her soon? I love that lady.
> And then there's our little squire, and I won't even mention where his stick
> is! I'm having too much fun to leave!”
Can I feed Jan to the Ravager? Pretty please with a cheery on top?