Sailing West

Koku · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:23 pm Post subject: Sailing West

It is a nice day with a fair wind traveling from east to west. The birds cries can be heard, mixing with the sound of the waves crashing on the sure. the sound of the boats ropes can be heard moving in the wind. As the crew of two prepares to make their way out to sea.

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Beanbaker · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:28 pm Post subject:

I jump from the landing to the deck of my boat. "Welcome to the Niseag Archaic, the hole in the water that is responsible for my debt."

I place my face on the railing. "Shh shh shh... you know I didn't mean that..."

So, I know how much you love to kill, but this is going to be a new country. I suggest being on your best behavior for both of our sakes.

Archaic · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:37 pm Post subject:

*Archaic jumping aboard takes of Nosferatu and makes his way for the mast. Taking out a piece of cloth, Archaic begins to polish the blade of the gladius as he listens to Beanbaker's warning.*

"Listen, I just escaped from captivity and I don't wish to return back to it so I will be as diplomatic as I can. However, if any sense of danger arises, I will make no promises that people wont be killed. For now just worry about sailing this ship and getting us to the destination, but please try to find some sort of excitement along the way. I have yet to test to see how far this axe can really go, and something tells me that I should really find out sooner as opposed to later."
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Beanbaker · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:47 pm Post subject:

"Knowing how many people have boats, we might be the first to see a few things."

I pull up the anchor from the harbor floor and pull down the sails. Running up to the bridge, I grab hold of the wheel and pull a hard right out of the strait and into the ocean (or sea?)

"Good to know, once we're out of site from the shore, you can do pretty much whenever you want, so I'll let you handle any minor disturbances so you can get your practice in. Anything bigger and I'll jump in, but we have to stay on course or we could end up in whoknowsland."

"By the way, bow is front, stern is back, port is left, and starboard is right."

Archaic · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:52 pm Post subject:

"The only location I need is right here at the mass. The center of the ship provides the best location for dealing with all occurrences, be it a monster attack or otherwise. However, enough talk, lets be on our way eh. The sooner we leave, the sooner we can get back and the more riches we can compile."

*Archaic begins to polish the axe as he leans against the wood and relaxes.*
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Koku · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:54 pm Post subject:

The boat now is motion cuts through the waves quickly as the wind pushes it along. Soon the boat is far from the land, with no land in sight. Sure enough the compass is pointing west, so the crew is on the right direction. A few large creatures come to check out the ship, but quickly leave it alone. There is a lot of free time on the ship before it reaches its destination.
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Beanbaker · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 4:01 pm Post subject:

I lean lazily over the wheel and watch the various animals in the water, hoping one accidentally comes overboard, just to break the silence and have something to do by throwing it back overboard. I take the mop from nearby and stick it in the wheel, and climb the mast to where the crow's nest would be if there ever was one. Not expecting much, I yawn and look around.

Archaic · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 4:06 pm Post subject:

*Archaic continues to polish his weapon until it sparkles brightly in the sunlight. Picking himself up, he holds the gladius in his left hand and begins to spin the axe with his right. A thrust here and a throw there, Archaic likes the way it feels in the wind, but he would like it even more if he was using it against something.*

"This is so boring! Why would the reward be so high if the task was so simple."
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Beanbaker · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 4:11 pm Post subject:

I slide down the mast, then pick some splinters out of my hand. "I have no idea. Maybe as insurance in case we gouge our eyes out going nuts. I'm pretty happy there aren't any disturbances, but if it would be this boring I would've chosen to leave in a storm."

I climb the stairs and remove the mop, and continue laying on the wheel. "Hey if we make it back alive they might make a fairy tale about our trip and tell children how real and boring life can be..."

Koku · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 4:21 pm Post subject:

as the two finish talking, three islands can be seen in the horizon. Fast approaching them as the sun is now in front of them. As they make there way inwards they land on one of the islands, the middle one. The climate is great and the water clear. The beach is made of fine sand, it is truly a wonderful place. As they port a few people come to check out who it could be.
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Beanbaker · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 4:45 pm Post subject:

I walk and lean over the edge. "Who is it that runs the docks here? We wish to come ashore to ask about possible trading agreements."

I keep my jutte under my uniform to show my non-hostile intents.

Koku · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 4:51 pm Post subject:

"welcome to Tornash, this is the main island of the three. We welcome you here, please make yourselves at home tomorrow, but we must insist that you come with us for now." With that the people bow down respectfully before waiting for Archaic and beanbaker to make their way behind the people. The people are very friendly and do not seem to have any scheme. Everyone who can be seen is very happy, it is unlikely that they are going through any problem at this time.
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Archaic · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 5:08 pm Post subject:

*Archaic stops fooling around with his weapon, but does not put it down. He gets off of the boat and waits for Beanbaker to follow. Archaic wishes to just stay back and serve as little more than a body guard to the diplomat.*

"Don't expect me to drop my weapons. This may be a peaceful place, but I refuse to drop my guard or do anything diplomatic."
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Koku · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 5:27 pm Post subject:

"we understand and do not expect you to disarm yourselves. Just know we too have warriors if needed, but we do not want to have to result to that. Now please, we must get going." Them men seem to be eager to get the two somewhere, and do not seem like they are going to budge until the two comply.
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Beanbaker · Posted: Mon Jan 19, 2009 6:46 pm Post subject:

(sorry for the wait guys)

I jump off the boat and walk with the group. While walking, I ask about the islands. "I love the weather you have today, is it almost always like this?"