Thema: Whol l'olath ilhar - Maerimydra Temple and onwards

[Phaerven]

When the Dalharil termed the task "nothing special" Zhadristan gives the others a doubtful look.

[Zanan]

Once the Dalharil has left again (insert at the appropriate moment), Nata'al moves up to Kethryllia. "I have heard the words the yathtallar spoke, as did most of the others in this room. Me and Narzen will not embark on another mission immediately. He has some business in Skullport, while I want tae stay in this place fer some time. There's a temple tae Selvetarm nearby ... and I havnae seen one in many a long day. Nonetheless, we both want tae wish ye well fer the future. Xal Lolth kyorl dos, malla jalil!"

"While we are at it," Talice joins in, "I'll take my bow as well. There is some delivery still to be made back in Skullport, you know. And since you will get a new scout ..." She gives Keth a respectful bow.

[warlockco]

"Your services will be missed," says Keth to all three, then turning towards Talice, "Even though you are a heretic, you have served faithly like the Handmaiden said you would," then to Narzen, "Luck with your ventures," then finally to Nata'al, "Your services will be missed the most, faithful servants of the goddess are always hard to find, though we did find one whose service has been as faithful as yours," nodding towards Malifice, "and unfortunately the Handmaiden, has declined to show herself, except in the most dire of circumstances," finishes Keth

[Mikayla]

After praying, Malifice rises and begins to wander about the temple.  She watches the various people, studies the iconography, and keeps an eye out for those who seem to be senior priestesses.

[Sheiriya]

Before the Dalharil leaves:
"I think you could help me and the others with our decision, if you tell us more about the coin." Sheiriya's mental voice could be heard by the Dalharil and the members of the group which are inside the room. She does not look at the Streea'Valsharess directly, so that it should not be clear to her, who was speaking.

(Sorry, I wanted to write earlier, but the forum was off.)

[Zanan]

The Dalharil obviously hears the voice and looks around intrigued. Having heard Talice and Nata'al before, her eyes settle on Malifice and Sheiriya. "We'll see how many of you join up before deciding the rewards." With some well practised gestures, the yathtallar quickly invokes a spell. Nothing happens though, at least nothing obvious. The Dalharil has another view on the group, her eyes lingering for a few heartbeats on Sheiriya before moving on. She turns to Kethryllia again, saying "You're keeping some interesting company. I just hope it does not do anything ... unwise."

[Sheiriya]

"I never would do anything unwise!" Sheiriya says, her face showing complete innocence.

[Zanan]

"Naturally ...," the Dalharil replies. Outside, Malifice can see about two dozen drow starting to assemble their armory, equipment, provisions et al. All of them show the determined looks of seasoned warriors, priests and wizards. About a dozen look on, obviously staying behind to guard this temple.

[Mikayla]

"The Goddess shall be the judge of who among us has been wise or unwise."  Malifice says flatly.  "As for me, I serve she whom I judge to be the most faithful to the Goddess.  What rewards I see for that service are between me, the Goddess and the faithful I serve."  She glances back at Keth and the Streaa'Valsharess.  "And I am not above dispensing with my own 'rewards' for those whose 'faith' is but a ruse."  She then turns and walks about to examine the drow who are preparing outside.

[warlockco]

"I will not be going on this journey with you. I am going back to Maerimydra instead, I had suggested to an Orthae Yorn there that someday I might return. With the Sisterhood heading there, my power would be more needed there, than for an escort journey." says Keth.
"As to who should lead, I'll leave that to all of you to decide. Sheiriya or Malifice, would seem to be the choices." continues Keth

[Phaerven]

Zhadristan considers the words of the yathrin for a brief moment. He casually moves closer to Sheiriya.

[Mikayla]

...

[Sheiriya]

"I think we should decide about he leadership, when Malifice is back." Sheiriya says. Then she turns to Zhadristan and gives him a smile. "What about the wine you spoke of? Should we see where to get one outside of here?"

[Mikayla]

Malifice slides in as Sheiriya speaks.  "I am back."  She says simply.  "I heard what was said and I think your question is solved more simply than you think.  I go where Keth goes is going, back to Maerimydra.  The City of the Spider Queen is my home.  So long as one priestess with the favor of the Goddess is there, I must fight with her and for her.  And it seems Kethryllia is that priestess."

[Phaerven]

Zhadristan, who was just about to reply to Sheiriya, is surprised by Malifice's announcement.
"Yes, let us have a look-around.", he happily says to Sheiriya deliberately taking no further heed of Malifice.