Of Death & Interment

[DM Bob]

Yes, it has been close enough to a month since Coden has been away and his allowance can be gathered. For simplicities sake, that can occur at the office next to the ovens in the city proper. There are shops enough for clothing in that area, perhaps a street or so removed from the building.

darksunsouthtablelands.obsidianportal.com/maps/124930 Updated Map, a few common location tags as well.

The modest marble office building has simply a duo of well worn family clerks at it's disposal. A childless couple, they have worked for the Roko's family for years and are perhaps in their mid to late 40's. They seem slightly on edge, but calm down somewhat when they recognize Coden.

"What can we do for you, young master? Have you heard the news of your cousins? A shame really. So young; so sudden." Livia states meekly. The man, Jen, simply nods with a serious, furrowed look upon his face.

[Attilius]

"Jen, is it? You seem to have an opinion on the circumstances of their passing. Would you share it with us please?" The half giant asks politely

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Mak will take a walk down the street to find the clothing shops nearby Coden's office near the ovens. He's looking at the clothes for sale and comparing them to the clothes worn by the various people walking by, attempting to gauge the correct style of dress to not look like a curmudgeon. He's looking for "the complete Balican look" other than keeping his necklace and haversack, but will insist on clothing that completely covers his back.

(OoC: let me know if you need any rolls.)

[Coden Rokos (Jesse H.)]

(( The reason I asked about the allowance is that Coden's paying for people's clothes! ))

Coden nods to Livia and says, "Yes, of course; that's why I'm here. To pay respects in the wake of their sudden passing. As my big companion mentioned, if you have any information about what happened, I would be quite grateful. I fear that the news that reaches me abroad is usually... abbreviated."

(( Also, as requested at the end of the prior thread, Coden allows Mak to cast Know Customs upon him. ))

[Niachi]

Laakh tags along, always interested in a new set of disguises. If his initial All Round Vision from previous thread detected no shenanigans, he shuts it off to not draw attention from any Rokos psions. He accepts a nondescript Balican outfit suitable for the occasion, and speaks only if addressed by household members.

[AthasianLaborer]

Unless instructed otherwise, Victory will be looking at finery for a concubine since they're the only slaves he has any experience with aside from other gladiators.  He wouldn't argue if instructed to look at other clothes since he realizes that he has very little experience with the topic of clothing.

Once to the event, Victory will do his best to channel a silent Deebo.  If anyone does try something to hurt Coden, he may erupt with "THAT'S MY MASTER PUNK!" before whaling the shit out of them.

Aside from that, he'll behave as instructed.

Edit: Heroforge Screenshot added with updated look.  Note he has a drinking horn, the gythka and a backpack on (so he can be the party mule, secondary to HurK)

[DM Bob]

Jen replies solemnly. "I was the one who first learned Khad and Tatia were killed. Three days ago, just left on the doorstop like nightsoil. Thin, wicked bruises all about the neck and face, Master Coden." He looks about to retch as his eyes swell with tears. Livia nods and starts bawling. They hug.

"Your Uncle and the Mistress Tarpeia are furious and fear that there is a threat to the rest of the clan... all of your blood are currently at the manor house. They have not left since the incident that I am aware."

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The rest of the party is able to deck themselves out in the latest of Balician fashion. Togas, bright linen shifts or cassocks, light blue sashes popular with the nobles and floppy light hats are the norm for quality wear.

[Attilius]

Dec 31, 2020 14:32:20 GMT -12 DM Bob said:

"Your Uncle and the Mistress Tarpeia are furious and fear that there is a threat to the rest of the clan... all of your blood are currently at the manor house. They have not left since the incident that I am aware."

"I'm sorry for your loss... When is the funeral? Are they planning to attend?"

[Niachi]

Thin, wicked bruises all about the neck and face

Anything Laakh has seen or would know about?

[AthasianLaborer]

Dec 31, 2020 18:34:10 GMT -12 Niachi said:

Thin, wicked bruises all about the neck and face

Anything Laakh has seen or would know about?

Or that Victory has seen in his experience in the arena?

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Mak feels fresh and light now that he's wearing Balican attire instead of those animal skins. "This will certainly do."

Jen replies solemnly. "I was the one who first learned Khad and Tatia were killed. Three days ago, just left on the doorstop like nightsoil. Thin, wicked bruises all about the neck and face, Master Coden." He looks about to retch as his eyes swell with tears. Livia nods and starts bawling. They hug.

Mak tugs on Coden's clothes and beckons him to lean down towards him. At which point Mak whispers, "Only three days? If you wish to do so, I could question their remains for you. Whole or cremated, I should be able to learn something of their passing."

[Coden Rokos (Jesse H.)]

Coden whispers to Mak, "If we can find a way to do so discreetly... I think nobody in the family would be happy with someone doing strange magics on the body of the recently deceased. I understand—to some degree—what you are doing, but they would be less... accommodating."

To Livia he says, "I'm sure my uncle and the Mistress Tarpeia will want to discuss how we can keep the family safe. Thank you for letting me know."

Then, to the rest of the team, he says, "This is an unusual set of markings, and I'm concerned about some kind of unusual predator or assassin. As always, we should exercise caution."

[DM Bob]

Without seeing the wounds themselves, Laahk and Victory are currently at a loss.

"We were questioned by templars yesterday - my, our assumption is they intend to do the same at your Uncle's estate as well... whether that has happened already or not?" Jen simply shrugs.

Unless there are any other questions, do you wish to make way to the Estate? Or anything else before hand?

[Attilius]

[Seconded to move on to the estate]

[Coden Rokos (Jesse H.)]

"Let's move on inside."