Construction in Rimwood

Talvak looks to Shadow, slightly confused. "What's wrong in that? I don't want a whole to reside in... just one to hide in. You wear a mask and I can't hear you coming when you stalk behind me, so I figured if this guy is a good of a hunter as he seems, he might definitely be able to disguise the land in a way which might help me hide from sight. Right or wrong?"
Looks at Shadow with a very condescending yet affectionate air. Like he feels as though he is talking with a simple-minded man.

Emory approaches, wearing a mask and nodding to the other Librarians there. She walks over toward Shadow and L.

"Put me to work, tell me how I can be useful."

She shakes her head a bit, looking over toward the docks and the crane. "It looks like you ran into a bit of trouble. Do you think we could set up some traps around the perimeter to keep out unwanted guests?

Shadow finds Val and the other guard deep in the forest. Both are confused, lost and missing a lot of clothing. When asked what happened they just answer "Nymphs" and asked to be lead back to Rimwood.

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Shadow guides Valtore and the other guards back to he build sight. He carrys any of the dwarves if nessecary and guides the rest of them.

Once they return he nods to Emory in response to asking about the traps. He then would narrow his eyes at Talvak before he started to dig a hole off to the side that still allowed plenty of sight once a dwarf climbed inside.

Shadow looks over to the masked Emory and smirks under his own mask. He speaks in the same concealed and darkened tone of voice as before.

"Good plan."

Talvak would smile at Shadow's actions, satisfied to learn the masked hunter has some intelligence in him. Clearly his plan will work and he will show his courage to the whole clan by intercepting the next sabotage party.

Construction work on the docks resume in earnest. Patrols in Rimwood are increased as well.

Valtore is at the construction site most of the time night and day overseeing the work. He is in good spirits and wears rather old looking armor. He talks with all who offer to help and protect the workers. Giving encouragemnet to Talvak and Shadow for the hiding spot, Garok for the help he does, and Kali for the comfort she offers among others.

Aerul visits the construction site and have a brief talk with Valtore.
Might ye have to do give me more lessons in old Ilefarn like I taught ye Draconic?

Also I would like to learn the words or yer ancestors (dwarfish).

Aerul conjures up an open tent so that Valtore still can oversee the construction work but have a little shelter against rain and wind. Inside the tent is a simple wooden table and chairs with some steaming hot rustic peasant stew and some none alcoholic apple cider.

But first lets share a meal please.

An middle-aged gnome wearing a saffron overcoat and an oiled leather wide-brimmed hat wanders into the construction site from the direction of the Royal Oak and proceeds to question the workers, not particularly politely, as to the whereabouts of the overseer. After being pointed to Valtore he would walk purposefully to him and stare him in the eyes, sticking his hand out, completely heedless to any interruption he made doing so.

"Krii Ignaas, member in good standing with the Armorers of the Wonderbringer and the Most Arcane Order of Gearmakers, Clockmakers, and Autonomists. You look like you could use an engineer and I need a new place to live and work."

Not long after the Gnome leaves, a tall human in silver, black, and purple armor is seen walking around the construction site. He talks to none of the workers and simply surveys the site. He occasionally nods approvingly at some of the defenses and offers some of the guards a nod and a smile.

A young man in woodsman's clothes approaches the tall man.

"Pretty nice work, uh? So, wat can I do for you?" the man says, with a slight smile and in a relaxed manner.

*the man smiles* That it is, sir. I assume the dock is to help keep this wonderful inn supplied *motions towards teh Oak*? I have been staying there since my return from Cormyr and heard about the raid, so I wanted to come by and see how things were going. I hope it allows you to get in some more fine wines from Suzail.

"Master Krii Ignaas" Valtore nods to the gnome, "I am Elder Valtore Ahur Ironhouse, Loremaster and member of the Order of the Lost Tome. It is a pleasure to meet you. Please come hear and give me your opinion." He smiles at the gnome and leads him to the building plans. They are expertly made and include many advanced building techiques. Valtore speaks to the gnome with respect and as a person who is very used to dealing with them (as many gnomes are part of his Order).

The gnome spoke around a cigar stuck between his teeth as he looked over their plans.

"Krii is my title. Drop the master bit"

He nodded slowly as he went over the plans carefully, tracing lines and notations with a finger. After a few moments of contemplation he'd snort in an amused fashion.

"I knew I could trust you dwarves, of all Gond damned mainlanders, to actually know what they were doing."

He reached for the nearest blank appearing paper at hand and pulled a charcoal stick from one of his overcoat's pockets and began making quick sketches and notes, trying to show Valtore a few places that could have their efficiency improved a bit, only some of it requiring him to alter some of their equipment.

Ardylan travels through the Rimwood on occasion, keeping an eye on the progress of the dock, shrine, and any other improvements visible on the surface.

He offers to lend a hand, especially where his carpentry skills can be of use.... assuming it is not one of those days that he is staggering out of the Oak, drunk.

Silas Shortcloak, halfling stonemason and hedge-wizard extraordinaire, offers to help with any masonry or consulting with contractors.

On October 7th, DM Balrog wrote:

The workers don't seem too put down, as the setback is only a few hours work as they just need to fix the crane's lever and rope. The dock itself seems to be taking shape, with only a few more days work likely needed.

jalmynar wrote:

Valtore will be working on his many construction projects.

With the construction almost done, Laurent would help Valtore when he can, taking over when Valtore has to be away for his other duties. When he is at the construction site, he helps the workers as long as he is not needed elsewhere.

Laurent would have followed up with Krii Ignaas to see where his plans for the construction could improve on the docks, which are mostly completed by now, but will not disregard Ignaas' ideas to improve upon the construction.

Laurent would thank Arlylan and Silas for their help and would see where their skills can be put to good use.