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GM Mad Game Master Joined: 01 Jan 1989 Posts: 107 Location: Erie, PA	Posted: March 29, 1990      Post subject: The Frontier #33
	The Frontier #33 Two days pass as the party heals from their confrontations with the Mountain Monster and the wench Wendy. By the end of those two days, everyone is at maximum hit points. During one of the days, Cereld casts Know Alignment on Wendy. His reading indicates that she is of Neutral Evil bent. Wendy remains pleasant during the two days, occasionally babbling on about this and that. If listening, you get the feeling that she doesn't know anything about the other evil factions here in the Frontier. She was acting on her own. The group carries out various personal tasks in preparation for the upcoming journey. In a response to the party agreeing to leave their fallen comrades' equipment be, Finrod writes his 'will'. While this is going on, several would-be adventurers approach the party. Inspired by what the Seekers have accomplished in Whispering Hollow, they wish to join up with the group.

GM Mad Game Master Joined: 01 Jan 1989 Posts: 108 Location: Erie, PA

Posted: March 29, 1990      Post subject: GM Notes

GM Notes: Several new players will be joining up this week! Be nice to them Fin... ;) Once you do get on your way back to Gateway, which route do you wish to take? You can... A. Take the same route back that you took here. B. Backtrack until you come to the path taken by the Goblin Army and then follow their trail. C. Or you can take the North Road until it reaches the Main Road, the road you took into the Frontier. As far as you can tell, all three routes would probably take about the same amount of travel time. Of course, dangers encountered along the way will have something to say about that! Also, there are six extra horses available to the group. I assume that you didn't bury them with their owners!

GM Mad Game Master Joined: 01 Jan 1989 Posts: 98 Location: Erie, PA

Present Day Comments: Now the Seekers get back to that path that the goblin army made. They had encountered it way back in Frontier #12. Since the Seekers' roster was way down in number, it was time to recruit new players to the game.

Finrod Fasthand Servant of Steel Joined: 21 Aug 1989 Posts: 58 Location: By Stephanie's Side

Posted: March 30, 1990      Post subject: Finrod

Finrod But Mad - I'm ALWAYS nice to the new players! Now you'll have them thinking I'm some kind of Ogre who eats young characters for snacks! ];) ******** "Well, brave companions, I for one am all in favor of accepting the petition of these youngsters for membership in The Seekers... at least conditional on how they perform in the first couple of weeks." "Well met, little ones! May you bring us fortune on our trail!" ::Touch of Irony in the voice, since most of these 'little ones' are probably much bigger than Fin.:: :) "Seekers; I propose that we choose the route which follows the trail of the Goblin army toward Gateway... well-mounted as we are, we can no doubt overtake them in a couple of days if we push it. Then we can, if we can remain undetected, harry their support trains no little as we progress toward Gateway, thus slowing their advance, and forcing their leader to commit more of his combat troops to guarding the trains. This will, in turn, weaken the vanguard, which we can gallop a couple of miles wide of and get around in front to ambush them, and do a little more morale damage. Then we can gallop like the wind to bring the news to Gateway. With any luck, the blows we strike to their organization and morale along the way can combine with a powerful sortie of troops and spell-casters from Gateway to wreak destruction, and break the advance well in advance of any chance of their setting up a siege. For once they are in place as besiegers, it will be much tougher to do them harm." "Thus, to summarize, I advocate: 1) Follow the Goblin Army 2) Upon reaching their trains, conduct raids (hit and run only) enough to force a redeployment of combat troops. 3) Galloping around to set an ambush for their vanguard, again refusing decisive engagement, only harrying 4) Dashing on ahead to Gateway to warn the residents and urge the mounting of an expedition to break the Goblin advance well short of the City." "There is, of course, plan B, which is whatever anyone else can come up with. You will forgive me if I get excited, but this sort of Campaigning is what I entered the Mercen... er... Adventuring trade for, in the first place." Finrod looks about at his companions with a small smile. "Steph- you are a warrior born and trained: does not this course of action appeal to you? And Cereld, Friend, Cleric of a God of War- Cannot you, too, see a certain glorious elation in such a plan?"

Araduin Elfin Mage Joined: 26 Oct 1989 Posts: 34 Location: Frontier Lands

Posted: March 30, 1990      Post subject: Araduin

Araduin I give Finrod a sidelong glance. "While we're at it why don't we simply annihilate the entire goblin army?" I attempt to stifle my smile as I continue. "Your plans are bold indeed, Finrod. Although they would not have been my first thoughts on the matter, your ideas have merit. And if we are to embark on so bold a course of action, then if would seem wise to increase our ranks. What say you, Cereld?"

Arathron Ranger Joined: 11 Dec 1989 Posts: 13 Location: Frontier Lands	Posted: March 31, 1990      Post subject: Arathron
	Arathron Arathron will walk around and talk to the new members of the party, and try to get acquainted with them. Being the quiet type, he will just do what he's told.

Blod Warrior Joined: 01 April 1990 Posts: 1 Location: By Zynara's Side	Posted: April 01, 1990      Post subject: Blod
	Blod A large man wearing chain mail and carrying a 2-handed sword on his back approaches you and says, "Me Blod. Me like to fight! Me wanna join with heroes!"

GM Mad Game Master Joined: 01 Jan 1989 Posts: 99 Location: Erie, PA

Present Day Comments: Meet Blod. He was the prototypical big, dumb, and strong fighter. He was even more intellectually challenged than Stephanie. Some of his character's comments were quite humorous. It cannot be a coincidence that his very first post took place on April Fools Day!

Eagle Priest of Heironeous Joined: 31 March 1990 Posts: 1 Location: Frontier Lands	Posted: April 01, 1990      Post subject: Eagle
	Eagle I approach the party and introduce myself as Eagle, a follower of Heironeous. "If you have any room I wood like to accompany you and fight by your side. Your fame has reached me and I think we fight for the same cause." With that said I await a response from the members. Description: A human male wearing splint mail, carrying a mace and his holy symbol in front of his chest.

GM Mad Game Master Joined: 01 Jan 1989 Posts: 100 Location: Erie, PA

Present Day Comments: Another new player.

Bernice Finder Joined: 01 April 1990 Posts: 1 Location: Frontier Lands

Posted: April 01, 1990      Post subject: Boy oh Boy...

Bernice 'I just gotta thank you for the opportunity of traveling with you adventurers. This is gonna be soooo fun. Name's Bernice, but everybody back home calls me Bernie.' gushes the small furry footed halfling as she approaches each character and earnestly shakes their hand. She is dressed in a pretty average looking gray cloak, fastened with an almost gaudy brooch. In rare quiet moments she fondles it. A lute is strapped to her back, and a short sword is visible in a scabbard at her side. "Thought I'd go out and see the world before settling down. So many things to do, places to see....", her voice wanders and her eyes gaze a bit, but she quickly recovers. "Great Uncle Bernie (I was named after him.) Taught me a bit of thieving skills 'fore I left home...Thieving such a crude word for one of the more noble professions. You folks talking about a battle? Now, Uncle Bernie, boy did he have some stories. One night, we were all huddled around the hearth and he said....' and she rattles on and on and on....' Oh so happy to join you, Bernice (but friends call me Bernie)

GM Mad Game Master Joined: 01 Jan 1989 Posts: 101 Location: Erie, PA

Present Day Comments: This is Bernice, whom we've spoken of on the forum. She's probably the most beloved character to have appeared in this game. Her interaction with the other players was priceless at times!

Araduin Elfin Mage Joined: 26 Oct 1989 Posts: 35 Location: Frontier Lands	Posted: April 01, 1990      Post subject: Araduin
	Araduin A smile crosses my face as I am approached by the bubbly Halfling. As I shake her hand, I'll greet her in her own tongue. "Well met, Bernie. You're presence will surely enliven our group."

Stephanie Swordswoman Joined: 21 Aug 1989 Posts: 40 Location: Frontier Lands

Posted: April 01, 1990      Post subject: Stephanie

Stephanie 'Hail and well met, new Seekers!' This comes from a large, powerfully built young woman. Steph has black eyes and long black hair. Standing over 6' tall, she is an imposing figure. Thigh high black boots cover her legs. She wears chain mail over a scarlet red blouse. 'It appears my concern of having a smaller party for the return trip is unfounded. Your plan sounds good to me, Fin, but tactics of battle are not well known to me. Let's let Cereld decide on that.' As they newcomers are introducer I'll briefly chat with each of them. 'Well met, Blod, may we have may great battles ahead!' 'Hail, Eagle, another priest of Heironeous is always welcome. Our leader, Cereld, is of your brethren.' When it comes to the perky halfling, Bernice, I find that I must agree with the mage. 'Yes, she will no doubt lighten spirits within our band. Many grim things have happened of late... We could use it! Welcome to the Seekers, Bernice!' 'Better watch out Fin! Looks like you got some competition in the 'acquiring' field.' Steph will greet the other newcomers in a similar fashion. She is eager to begin the trip back to Gateway.

Demonslayer Fighter/Mage Joined: 01 April 1990 Posts: 1 Location: Frontier Lands	Posted: April 01, 1990      Post subject: Demonslayer
	Demonslayer I've heard much tell of the SEEKERS exploits, and i to would like to offer my services against this foul horde of able the goblins have assembled!

GM Mad Game Master Joined: 01 Jan 1989 Posts: 102 Location: Erie, PA

Present Day Comments: Another new player. What is it with first level characters wanting to call themselves demonslayer?

Kaan Bard Joined: 02 April 1990 Posts: 1 Location: Frontier Lands

Posted: April 02, 1990      Post subject: Kaan

Kaan While you are talking a young fellow with leather armor and an old long sword runs along. He is blond and seems very young (16-17). He looks at you for a second, wondering how to introduce himself. Then he pulls out a flute and starts to play a little song. As soon as he has your attention, he bows and introduces himself as Kaan. " I was employed in the local inn. Totally boring. I want to go on adventures. This is the sword of my dad, I have practiced with it a lot." :) He bows again. You just met Kaan, the Bard. ;)

GM Mad Game Master Joined: 01 Jan 1989 Posts: 103 Location: Erie, PA

Present Day Comments: Yet another new player.

Dar Thaltus Priest of Ehlonna Joined: 02 Sept 1989 Posts: 25 Location: Frontier Lands

Posted: April 02, 1990      Post subject: Dar Thaltus

Dar Thaltus Turns to face each new member of the Seekers. "Well met fellow adventurers! You are a welcome sight.....we've a need for some new faces." Dar smiles upon seeing the halfling as his hand reaches towards his money reflexively. "A cheerful addition indeed I certainly hope that you will remain with us for the duration." As to the course of action Dar will relapse into his normally quiet self, awaiting the decision of the others. As has been the case Dar once more will volunteer to act as point for the group. Noticed by anyone paying attention is the small smile that plays across Dar's face at the mention of any plans to engage in combat with goblinoid types. **************************************** For the new members a brief description: Dar Thaltus is an elf of average (5'2")ht and (101#) wt. His amber eyes take in every detail at a glance....and you notice that his eyes are always in motion. His golden blonde hair is close cropped, rather unusual for an elf. At his side a longsword hangs, a green hue emanates from it and etchings can been seen near the hilt. He also carries a spear, longbow and arrows, and wears a suit of studded leather armor that has seen much action. Around his neck swings a small silver unicorn horn.....the symbol of Ehlonna, goddess of Rangers. Greetings to all newcomers! Good luck and good adventures!!

Rathin Picklock Joined: 03 April 1990 Posts: 1 Location: Frontier Lands

Posted: April 03, 1990      Post subject: Rathin

Rathin While the new members are being introduced, a figure emerges from the shadows....The figure resembles a human Greetings fellow seekers! I am Rathin O'Piclock.....I'm sure you can tell what my profession is by my name! As the rest of the party looks over him they see that he is indeed human. He is wearing a flat black suit of leather armor. The companions see a long sword strapped to his back, but in a beautiful jewel encrusted scabbard. An item someone was nice enough to "give" me remarks Rathin. He is 6'0 tall 150 lbs...He has blackish brown hair and cold steel blue eyes. He also carries a shield strapped to his arm, and two exquisitely made throwing daggers in each boot. More "gifts" he remarks slyly...;)

GM Mad Game Master Joined: 01 Jan 1989 Posts: 104 Location: Erie, PA

Present Day Comments: You guessed it! Another new player!

GM Mad Game Master Joined: 01 Jan 1989 Posts: 109 Location: Erie, PA	Posted: April 05, 1990      Post subject:
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