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Post by Nihael on Mar 13, 2006 19:24:38 GMT -5
Nihael observed Vavrin and the Twins making their way through the Spine from his vantage point, high up in the air on Onyxia's back.
You should be clear of the forest shortly.
Satisfied that he would not be needed to watch and tell the trio to adjust their heading slightly every now and then, Nihael decided to scout out a safe campsite where they could settle down for a while, out of sight of Narda or any prospective sentries that would most likely be posted around the port.
That looks like a safe enough spot, not too far away from where the others should emerge from either.
Yes, it looks like it will serve our purposes. Should keep us hidden until we choose to unveil ourselves.[/colour]
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Post by Vavrinec on Mar 13, 2006 19:47:55 GMT -5
Vavrin pushed aside the stray branches that occasionally brushed against her arms as she made her way through with Yin and Yang. With her eyes focused on the trail ahead, she kept her thoughts on finally getting to Narda and the upcoming raid. She looked forward to the final battle, and afterward, yet tried not to get too far ahead of herself.
"We've certainly come a long way since Gil'ead," she said idly. Quickening her pace as to get out of the trees, she hoped to stop soon for a well deserved rest.
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Post by Nihael on Mar 14, 2006 16:20:26 GMT -5
Nihael spotted Vavrin and the Twins emerge from the treeline a few hundred paces away from the mini-camp he had set up and relayed a message across to them to show where him and Onyxia were.
Head towards your left, you should come across Onyxia and I soon enough.
Nihael lounged against a tree trunk, making sure that they were not too visible until someone was standing almost ontop of them.
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Post by dannylam4 on Mar 14, 2006 17:16:05 GMT -5
Yin and Yang stepped out of the forest, brushing off dirt on their clothes. Quite the adventure, eh? Yin asked, nudging Vavrin slightly. Didn't think things would get so messy.
Yang pushed Yin over slightly as he walked past him. He found Onyxia and Nihael quickly enough and approached him, Yin and Vavrin slightly behind. "So what's the plan?" the twins asked, looking from Nihael to Vavrin. "No winging it or flying in head first. We can map out the area if needed, but I don't think that necessary."
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Post by Vavrinec on Mar 14, 2006 17:46:18 GMT -5
"Messy... right. Could have been worse, eh." She said with a half-grin, finally emerging from the trees. Vavrin began to regret travelling through the trees without her cape on, she rubbed a bit of dirt from her elbow as she approached the spot where Nihael was standing, positioning herself between Yin and Yang.
"Plan? Kill anything and everything that gets in our way and cut off the shipment of goods to the Varden, re-routing it to the Empire. Simple. Though it would be prudent to snuff out the sentries they have posted first."she said with a shrug."That is of course, unless anyone had a better idea. I dont care."Vavrin didnt see the need for a precise plan, as long as the job got done. Frankly, she was just anxious to bloody her sword again and wasnt much concerned about the details.
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Post by Nihael on Mar 14, 2006 19:59:11 GMT -5
"From what we saw, the sentries do not seem to be set out to far from the city so they are probably secure in the belief that they haven't and will not be found out about, so we have surprise solidly on our side. They do however, have a sizable garrison, they are not stupid enough to not bring alot of soldiers no matter how secure they are, but none of us are worried about a little challenge are we?"
Nihael looked at each of them, "Good, didn't think so. I have seen some of the city and it all seems to be focused around the docks, fairly straight streets if a bit chaotic with people. I believe that there are Varden soldiers there right now picking up a shipment and in that we are lucky, we will not have to wait for them to arrive. I think it will not be hard to just cut our way through to them, although I would suggest that we be a little more circumspect than that. Although, seeing as this was first your mission, I suppose it is your call Vavrin."
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Post by Vavrinec on Mar 14, 2006 23:27:06 GMT -5
"It really doesnt matter how we go about doing it as long as we halt those shipments. Though it is a good idea to be mindful of any present dangers that could cause a hitch in our mission. We could dispose of the guards firstly, and then make for the Varden soliders at the docks. Without the guards, there will be nothing stopping us."
Finding a suitable spot, Vavrin withdrew her sword and sat cross-legged on the ground. She placed it gently across her lap and polished it with a bit of soft cloth from her bag. She was content to sit and rest quietly after all the walking she did through so many trees and terrain.
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Post by dannylam4 on Mar 16, 2006 23:18:48 GMT -5
Yin and Yang looked at eachother as they listened to the others speak. They exchanged no words but simply nodded at eachother. Yang reached out for his pack and grabbed a scroll, unraveling it to show a map of the area. Yin took a quill in hand and drew a few lines on it, maping out a few paths. Some stopped dead and others were scribbled out. They finally decided on their route and looked at the others. "We will be taking the route around the docks," the twins said. "We can take out the guards there quietly enough without anyone's notice."
Yang reached for his side, touching a few of his daggers and throwing knives. I can aim while my brother can fire long distance. You two can take the other guards if you wish, or follow us if not.
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Post by Vavrinec on Mar 17, 2006 12:07:59 GMT -5
Vavrin nodded, placing the cloth back inside her pack. She stood up, replacing her sword in its sheath at her hip and brushed the dirt from her leggings. Vavrin took a moment to study the map which the twins had produced, looking at the different routes. "Good. I'll lookout for the guards in the surrounding streets. They wont know what hit them, should be easy enough."
Vavrin turned away from the map, stretching her limbs slightly before finding a nice tree to lean against. Crossing her arms, she attempted to clear her mind of all thoughts except those which dealt with the task at hand.
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Post by Nihael on Mar 19, 2006 3:49:53 GMT -5
And where am I going to be during all this.
Ah, I hadn't thought of that. I suppose we could both show up and meet them at the docks, we can arrive in style that way.
Sounds fair enough. I dislike slinking around anyway.
"Onyxia and I shall meet you at the docks when we see the hornet's nest has been stirred up. It would be somewhat hard for us to sneak into Narda without being noticed."
Nihael went to a clear space a small way off to practise his swordsmanship after he was satisfied that he had providied whatever useful information he could think of and more than happy to leave the main detail planning to the Twins, He just wanted to get to the part where they actually attacked. Settling himself into a near meditative state that he had mastered, he filtered out everything else except the sword in his hands and moved swiftly through the different forms, cutting through swaths of foes in his mind's eye.
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Post by Vavrinec on Mar 19, 2006 19:44:30 GMT -5
Snapping out of her thoughts, Vavrin glaced up to the darkening sky and began to pace around. "Let's not waste any more time. The streets should be emptier now, except for the guards of course." she said, walking up towards the twins. "We'll split up once we enter the city. Let's go."
She began heading off into the trees again at a brisk pace. Narda was not far off now, within minutes they were clear of the trees, and she kept a keen eye out for any sentries that were sure to be around. Pausing a few yards from the entrance, she waited as a few stragglers left and were out of sight. "There. I see a few sentries a bit to the right of the entrance. This is where the fun begins."
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Post by dannylam4 on Mar 19, 2006 22:54:33 GMT -5
Yin and Yang followed Vavrin's lead. Yang kept his hands to his side, fingers at the ready by his throwing knives. There's one about to turn the corner towards the main gates, Yin informed Vavrin and Yang. He closed his eyes, drawing a picture into their minds through the sounds he heard. Two above against the walls and two against the gates.
Think you can handle the ground sentries? Yang asked Vavrin, walking beside her. He looked up as Yin sent him directions to the two at the top. He flicked a knife between his fingers, one in each hand. The two up top I can take out easily, and they should be the first to go as they're the least likely to be spotted. Get close to the two at the gate and I can remove the one coming towards the gate before he realizes it.
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Post by Vavrinec on Mar 20, 2006 23:01:54 GMT -5
"No problem." Vavrin broke away from the two, casually approaching the nearest guard on the ground by the gate. Swiftly removing her sword from its sheath, with a flick of her wrist it was embedded in the first guard's chest before he could do or say otherwise. Vavrin grinned as he fell to the ground, she stepped on him and withdrew her sword again, quickly as the second guard realized there was something wrong.
He let out a yell as he ran towards her, raising his own sword. Vavrin parried, taking her advantage and stuck his leg. As his weight gave way to his deep wound, Vavrin raised her sword up and slashed from his neck to his waist, and he fell dead. She glanced into the trees where she knew Yin and Yang were, and hoped they were paying attention because the guards up top were open for attacking.
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Post by dannylam4 on Mar 21, 2006 16:42:15 GMT -5
Yin sent co-ordinates to Yang as he aimed, glancing from where the guards were and how Vavrin was doing. Yang threw the dagger, the soaring through the air and making a small whistle as it pierced the sky. It hit the guard with a thud, and another when the guard dropped. The other guard spun around when he saw something move, but had no time to react when a dagger stabbed into his neck.
Yin turned his head and watched the other guard turn the corner. Sending images as quickly as possible, Yang threw one dagger and waited for a second until he threw the second. The second, shooting faster then the first, clashed into the hilt and the two blades split into separate directions. The first flew towards Vavrin and stabbed the guard turning the corner, the other hitting the one on the opposite side.
You should keep your eyes on the battle, Yang said, a hint of amusement in his thoughts. Not on us.
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Post by Vavrinec on Mar 21, 2006 18:03:53 GMT -5
Vavrin grinned and gave a short mocking bow. "I'll keep that in mind." With the sentries at the entrance taken care of, Vavrin held her sword tightly as she walked further into the city of Narda. "Arent you two headed to the docks, anyway?" Her boots made no sound as she paced through the street, she paused beside a building to peer down the street only to see a few men heading home. Glancing both ways, she followed the path of the street until she saw a lone guard standing with his back towards her. Perfect.
Creeping silently until she was a matter of inches from him, she whispered the words in the ancient language that would cease his heart from beating. She caught him as he fell, and dragged him to the side of the building, making sure he was out of sight. She stepped back out into the street and followed its length until it came to a seemingly dead end. Turning on her heel, she moved in the opposite direction and turned left.
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Post by dannylam4 on Mar 21, 2006 22:19:32 GMT -5
We were enjoying the view, Yang said, pocketing the rest of his throwing knives. Remind me to recollect the daggers from the bodies after we're done.
Yin and Yang took off towards the docks, stripping of their shirts and leaving it by the trees. Yin arrived at the docks first and dove into the water quickly, barely making a sound as he entered. Yang arrived soon after, moving into the waters slower to make less noise. They swam quickly underneath the docks, Yin listening above to hear the footsteps of the guards. When one passed overhead, Yang would grab his legs and drag him into the water, killing him off there. A quick shout by the guard and a small splash was the only thing heard around the docks. Soon enough, most of the guards were taken out.
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Post by Vavrinec on Mar 22, 2006 12:58:39 GMT -5
Passing a few shops and darkened homes, a couple of guards came into view at last. There was one tall man to the left, and one more further into the distance, pacing. Quickening her pace, she gripped her sword tightly as she confronted the first nearest guard. "What do you think youre doing!" he called out, glaring at her drawn sword at her side, and drawing his own, blocking her path. "Anything I please," Vavrin said with a nasty grin, as she slashed out with her sword, aiming at the man's midsection. He took a leap back and attacked, their blades clashing loudly.
This was enough to catch the other guard's attention, he fumbled for his weapon as he ran towards the two. Vavrin parried the first guard's attack, just as the second guard thrust at her, narrowly missing her shoulder. Side-stepping away from the second gaurd, she backhanded the first, buying her some time that allowed her to plunge her sword in his gut. The other gaurd rounded on her, making quick but feeble jabs at her to make her back up. Watching how he timed his attack, she was able to deflect and step in closer, slicing into his forearm and lastly his chest. Vavrin stepped over the body and continued prowling the streets for more opposition.
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Post by dannylam4 on Mar 25, 2006 22:22:48 GMT -5
Yin and Yang shot out from the water, tackling the last guard and finishing him off quickly. Yin scanned the area quickly with his eyes, Yang listening for the guards. They quickly ascended a building and hopped from rooftop to rooftop in search for Vavrin, leaving wet puddles of water behind. They soon found her, gutting a man quickly as well as taking out another just as quickly. Yin ran forward, using his speed to shoot forward. Yang used his strength to push himself off against a wall, dropping and landing a few inches away from Vavrin and next to Yin. "The guards have been taken care of in the docks," they whispered. "Once your guards are done with, Nihael will have the okay to go."
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Post by Vavrinec on Mar 25, 2006 23:33:56 GMT -5
"You two must have been in hurry to find me," she said as she examined her bloodied sword. "Where are your shirts?" Vavrin turned the corner and headed down the next street. It was clear of any guards, so she continued pacing until she arrived upon the last and furthermost street from the entrance and the docks.
"It looks as if we caught a few neglecting their duties." Vavrin said dryly, pointing out a group of maybe four or six guards sitting at a table by what seemed to be a tavern, drinking from bottles and arguing. She glanced at the twins, shrugging her shoulders. "This is utterly rediculous." she whispered, stabbing the end of her sword in the soft bit of earth under her boots.
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Post by dannylam4 on Mar 26, 2006 21:58:38 GMT -5
Yin looked at Vavrin, smiling. "What? You don't like?" he asked, flexing his arm and rubbing it. "And here I thought you'd appreciate such a fine sculputred body."
A dagger flew past Yin's face, the air grazing his cheek. It stabbed into the chest of one of the incoming guards. "Work now, pleasure later." Yang drew his sword, standing next to Vavrin, and waited for the other guards. "Or whatever you consider pleasure."
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