Scarburg Meadhall Discussion Thread

[Nogrod]

Oh and Foley, if you think you would like to write for Javan, he could of course come back... or go to find Cnebba and Garmund to share his experience with the new girl. And Cnebba could share his own too.

(Feel free to use Cnebba for that.)

[Folwren]

I still don't have time to post! I'll probably write after Nienna posts.

I see what you mean, Nogrod...but it cracks me up, because this'll be the third person to disappear after a fight.

EDIT: Ack. I see the maid lady has found Aedre. Oh dear.

And back to class I get.

[Mnemosyne]

I'm planning on waiting a day or two in real life before Wynflaed sees her daughter, so if people still want to post the ensuing ruckus that Lilige's presence will no doubt create (even if only a mental ruckus) there's time for that.

[Thinlómien]

I'll try to post something tonight...

As for posting for other characters, I think it's ok to make them say a thing or two, but not anything very big or important and in any case it's always nicer to ask the other writer. So writing

"Good day to you, sir!" my character said.
"Good day," your character replied.
"How are you?" asked my character.

is completely ok. But I wouldn't write:

"Good day to you, sir!" my character said.
"Good day," your character replied.
"How are you?" asked my character.
"My day is absolutely awesome this far - my love agreed to marry me!" your character said and smiled.

because that's sort of intruding on the other writer's domain. Mostly, you get quite far by using common sense and your gut feeling about what you would or would not like other writers to do to your character. Of course there's leeway with characters with currently inactive writers, but I guess that can be considered with the aforementioned "common sense". One definite rule, I'd say, would be NOT MAKING UP OTHER CHARACTERS' FEELINGS OR THOUGHTS.

And of course, everybody here is willing to edit their post if their characters are misinterpreted, so I wouldn't think it's a problem. People have been mostly very nice and sensible this far. But thanks to Durelin for bringing this up, especially if the issue was not clear to all writers. (And I think we also all have different opinions, so don't take my words as the absolute truth! )

[Thinlómien]

situation check: there's something I have to discuss with people
time check: half past midnight
conclusion: I'll post tomorrow

[Folwren]

Lommy or Nogrod - if there's a way I can catch you before you go to bed - can I borrow Cnebba and Garmund for my next post?

[Nogrod]

Originally Posted by Folwren

Lommy or Nogrod - if there's a way I can catch you before you go to bed - can I borrow Cnebba and Garmund for my next post?

I was just going to bed but happily saw your post.

Please do borrow them. (And actually Garmund isn't our character in any strict sense)

Have fun with the boys!

[Folwren]

Thanks, Nogrod! I came up with a long post...longer than I had originally imagined.... Please let me know if I must change anything of Cnebba. I did not write much for him. If you would like to have me have Cnebba say something new, or have him take some of Garmund's lines, then please let me know, and I can alter it.

I integrated Saeryn. Fea, I have hopefully written it in such a way that if you want, you can post Degas' answer and go ahead and finish their conversation and it would still be correct time-wise for her to be where she is at the end of my post.

I have left the post open ended. Either Nogrod or Lommy can answer, or I can go ahead and write a response, but there is really no rush.

I think that's all I need to say. I have to go help make dinner now. If I remember something, I can always post again.

--Foley

[Feanor of the Peredhil]

Everybody can consider my last post as an open invitation to have your characters antagonize Degas in any way imaginable.

[Feanor of the Peredhil]

Actually, Foley, you might want to copy/paste my Degas post into yours, and then I'll delete it. That way it's not jumping backward.

[Folwren]

Done, Fea. However...I did it slightly unconventionally. Generally, when one post is integrated into someone else's post, the original poster puts 'Feanor of the Peredhil's Post' before it. Well...I confess, I didn't. I didn't like how it broke it up and I thought it would run better if I left the disclaimer out.

So....so that all may know, this was Fea's post:

Originally Posted by Fea's post from the game thread, also can be seen in my latest post there

Degas smiled a strained smile and hugged Saeryn around the shoulders. "For a moment there I thought of saying, incredulously, "Who do you take me for?" until I remembered that it's not so long ago that I probably would have challenged the man to a duel as a matter of foolish pride. He weighs more than me yes, but I'd bet a great deal I'm faster and could win..."

He shushed Saeryn with his hand before she could say anything.

"Don't worry, sister. The troubles of nobles should never be made the troubles of commoners, and this Emnet has enough problems without our revealing to the people that we question our superiors." He swore. "Really, Saer, it would be a nightmare if commoners got it into their heads that it is acceptable to talk back. We protect and govern them in return for their loyalty and obedience. As long as we are good rulers, commoners absolutely must remain good subjects. No, we can't show them by example that they may question or refuse. Upon both of our honors, Saeryn, I swear that I will not fight with anyone tonight, no matter how I am baited to do so."

[Feanor of the Peredhil]

Oh psh. Don't worry about convention. I just like things to look nice and run smooth.

[Thinlómien]

Foley, your post was brilliant.

I'm posting something short for Modtryth tonight and possible for the W's too, and Cnebba if needs be - but I kind of think it may be better to leave things open-ended there...

[Thinlómien]

My apologies Foley, I somehow managed to miss the part of Saeryn addressing the boys. I continued with a few lines for Cnebba, feel free to carry on.

And as for what I wrote for Modtryth, the first soldier to enter the kitchen was obviously Áforglaed and the second one is Hilderinc who is looking for him. Lhuna, if you're around, I hope I handled Ginna correctly.

I will write for Wulf&Will as soon as I get inspiration... hopefully tomorrow!

PS. Fea dear, you agreed with Foley's plan but actually forgot to delete the post.

[Feanor of the Peredhil]

Yes, I just noticed that. All better.

[Legate of Amon Lanc]

Wonderful, I am going to post for Hilderinc later today, filling part of the time he spends in between unpacking and the evening celebration...

[Folwren]

I'm glad we have some playing going on between the men. This is fun.

Yes, I agree with Nogrod and Legate - all rooms are temporary, but I am forming it as it would be seen now at this moment, not as a finished product yet (except the stables - the stables are shown as a finished product, although I've already stated all the stalls branching off to the left are not built yet).

I posted for Saeryn and Javan. They are still in the stables, but at any time that someone else wants to post them coming out, they're ready. I am now sitting tight until I see at least some posts from one of Nienna, Mnymosyne, Loslote, or Nogrod.

I may use Thornden if the need comes up, but otherwise, Saeryn and Javan are at a halt until other players are ready.

-- Foley

[piosenniel]

I've linked Nogrod's new map of Mid Emnet and Foley's drawing of the Meadhall and outbuildings to Post #3 of this thread.

You can always find a link to all the maps/drawings there are so far by clicking Post #2 of this thread and accessing the Location of Meadhall/MAPS section link.

~*~ Pio

[Folwren]

Thank you, Pio. In time, we will come up with a finished version and the floor plan can be replaced.

-- Foley

[Folwren]

Oh no. Oh, no! Groin, your posts never cease to surprise and amuse me!!! That is so funny and great!

I am under the distinct impression that he is speaking with Athanar himself. Am I not correct?

You said Athanar was a rider, but I thought Nogrod said he was on foot. May want to consider re-wording that.

[Nogrod]

Originally Posted by Folwren

I am under the distinct impression that he is speaking with Athanar himself. Am I not correct?

Absolutely! It must be Athanar he's speaking with...

Although that being the case I would like you Groin to make a few minor adjustments to your post...

You post:

The man looked at the extended hand as if he had never shook hands before. It was a very reluctant hand shake.

which would be incorrect... lord Athanar would shake a hand firmly and even quite in a tough way. He is a veteran soldier and a commander who doesn't shy away of hand-shakes... on the contrary.

“What do you mean by that?” The man’s voice contained some irritation in it.

It would not be irritation, but curiosity. Athanar is no fool and meeting this "everyman" from Scarburg would give him a lot of information so he would be rather more interested in hearing what Erbrand has to say. So no irritation...

And with the same vein:

“Then how did you mean it?” The man was becoming obviously vexed.

lord Atrhanar would not grow more vexed but more interested...


But otherwise, A nice idea I'll try to answer in a moment...

[Nogrod]

Groin: let me know if how I portrayed Erbrand is okay as he must have been stunned to have hit lord Athanar himself and talking to him like to any soldier...

[Groin Redbeard]

Adjustments are made and yes, that was just how Erbrand would react, Nogrod. I took the whole peasant meeting lord thing a little too formally I guess. I wrote from the perspective that Athanar as a lord might be reluctant to mingle with the peasants--the lowest class. This will teach me to put words in your character's mouth. I'll stop doing such from now on.

I'll get a post up for Erbrand's reaction. He is shocked

[Durelin]

I'm sorry for not posting in so long. I will try to post tonight. If need be, of course carry Coen along.

[Nogrod]

Originally Posted by Groin Redbeard

I took the whole peasant meeting lord thing a little too formally I guess. I wrote from the perspective that Athanar as a lord might be reluctant to mingle with the peasants--the lowest class. This will teach me to put words in your character's mouth. I'll stop doing such from now on.

Don't you worry Groin! And actually you're quite right that lord Athanar might not be too happy to be approached by unknown commoners in that friendly fashion - or not realising who he is... But I hope you also see that what Erbrand said was really important to Athanar. It was the first time he heard there had been rows between his men and the "locals" (from his POV) and what Erbrand said about the general feeling at the Mead Hall... That was something he really wanted to hear, every bit of it, whoever was telling him that.

But it looks very good now and the lead you left me just cries out for continuing! It's late, but I'll make a short post at least.


On another issue. I see the fervour of posting is slowly coming down... When would you guys wish to have the banquet to start in RL-terms?

[Mnemosyne]

That's partially b/c there's a group post in the works...