Topic: Attempts of the past

CKalb DragonShadow

Date: 2006-11-22 14:47 EST
CKalb looked about a moment. He had wondered through the house looking for Chryrie or anyone else. It was quiet. He nodded and went to his room closing the door. With a thought another door opened up this one to another room entirely. The drow stepped inside closing the portal behind him. What he entered was something he had built long ago. The room was huge. Able to put a ancient dragon in comfortably the room was full of what CKalb had acquired during his life time. Books, furniture, weapons, armor, parts of forges, stocks of metal, armor, weapons, leather items, it was like a market had set itself up inside this one room.

CKalb waked through it quietly. He knew were everything was. Oh he might forget where the occasional nick knack was but he was very organized, and could find things. But this day was a bit different. He wasn't looking for one specific thing. A chance meeting of old acquaintances had sparked a bit of nostalgia, and a bit of longing for some of the past.

He finally came to it. It was one of the few book shelves that lay partly empty. One shelf held books and tomes but the other shelves lay bare. And the label was easily distinguishable on it. It read "Where you come from."

The drow looked at the shelf and pulled open one of the few volumes. It read about his family he had grown up with and their history. He turned to a specific page read it then put it back. He had not added to this bookshelf in a long time. He still did not know who his father was, nor exactly what his mother was and she was far from straight forward with that knowledge either. So for now he was sure this book shelf would never fill itself but he would work on it.

For now he collected a few things for the up coming battles that Chryrie had talked about possibly doing and left quietly, opening a portal back to his room and leaving. Reflection could always wait.

CKalb DragonShadow

Date: 2006-11-25 20:07 EST
The drow awoke from a nice sleep. Thirst licking at his lips telling him he needed something to drink. He moved quietly not to disturb the fey next to him. He picked up the water decanter to pour a need glass, but even with weight in the pitcher nothing came out, he reached a finger inside and touched the gooey substance then brought it to his nose and then his lips. He smiled as he tasted the honey now in the pitcher. Well it was a good idea last night when Chryrie and he were together.

He turned over and slid off the bed with as much stealth as he could muster then smiled back as he gazed upon the half covered beauty in her bed. He had been seeing Chryrie for a few weeks now, and he was honestly happy. He turned and walked quietly into the kitchen. As he picked up a pitcher and as he filled it he felt the presents near him. And that smooth evil voice course through him. "Oh drow what are we doing, are we happy with our little world." CKalb didn't react other then to continue filling the decanter. "I owe you nothing go away you know our bargain." The dark elf?s words were steady in control and straight to the point, like a magistrate with irrefutable evidence, but the other voice would not leave just yet. "Remember Anathenor, it was fun you haven?t done anything like that in a while. Lets bring back old times."

CKalb took a drink of water he knew what the voice was saying but really did not care. "You are barking up the wrong tree. You made your deal and now you must abide by it, or shall we speak with the other?" There was a stirring silence as the voice did not speak, then quietly; reluctantly he felt the presents recede.

He took up a couple of glasses and headed back to the bedroom he eyed Chryrie to see if she was up or not. Not sure if he had kept his conversation in his head or not. What ever the outcome he was happy that his past was still in the past.

CKalb DragonShadow

Date: 2006-11-30 14:43 EST
CKalb's mind sort of snapped back to reality as he looked up at the merchant. The shiny bauble the woman was trying to sell him was magical and worth a lot more then she was asking. He had a smile on his face but the part of him wanting the incredible deal did not outshine the part of him that just couldn't take advantage of the woman. He asked where she got it and along with many of her wares were handed down from family or bartered for in other towns. This one had come from her father. A simple broach but the item was enchanted, he leaned close smiled then whispered in her ear what it was.

Her eyes narrowed trying to figure the scam, but the drow just smiled and showed her how to activate it. With a whispered word he handed it back to her. Skepticism turned to wonder and a smile. The Drow just nodded and smiled back at her. She started thanking him when some one invaded there conversation. CKalb didn't even know what the man was saying but he herd words get through the haze of conversation at the market.

"Murder, butcher, worm scum!" The list of obsinities continued. Finally CKalb turned to find out who was getting berated so badly. But to his surprise the man was talking to him. He raised his eyebrows in a bit of wonder as the man yelled for the city guards.

The Man returned with two guards, a female elf and a human male, both who the drow knew. He then went into his slander and obsinaities against CKalb. The Drow just shrugged, he assumed this was just someone who really didn't like drow elves. But as the man continued, CKalb picked out specific words. Month of Daronis, red legion, Blood wyrm, And finally Anathenor. The female Guard held up her hand. "Enough, CKalb do you know what this man is talking about. The Drow just shrugged, "No Clue."

She turned to the man, "Sir this is Blacksmith CKalb. He is an upstanding citizen around here. Unless you have proof I am to take his word over yours." The Elven features on the guard where steady and even. The man could not believe what he was hearing. His already rushed speed, turned into a mad mans rant. Even at close to 60 years of age the man showed a flash of adrenalin grabbed the nearest weapon, a rake, and swung it at CKalb. The Drow stepped back and the guards intervened. They stopped the blow from ever taking place. The Male human secured the old man and started to carry away. The Elven guard looked at the drow. "Sorry Smith CKalb, he seems a little crazy we will hold him the night and let him go in the morning." CKalb nodded. "It's okay," The Drow sighed, ?He probably just mixed me up with another Drow. He after your off shift stop by the forge, I have you new grieves ready and your partners back plate straightened out." The guard nodded and smiled," great he needed that earlier, woman whacked him on the back with a dead chicken for stepping on her shadow. He still stinks." They both laughed a moment then parted saying goodbye.

CKalb turned and left heading back to the forge he sighed. The old man had remembered him. After almost 60 years. Seems humans could remember things when trauma was involved. The drow frowned a bit; maybe his past was not gone yet.

Kitty Helston

Date: 2006-12-03 15:55 EST
Kitty had just returned to the City Guard's station after finishing a night on the docks. Her job was simple. Patrol the docks and if she found anything that shouldn't be happening, take care of it. Usually it was just the occasional rowdy sailor who had too much to drink. They were easy enough to smack around a bit and then toss onto their ship.

She was filing her paperwork when she could hear some of the other guards talking. She rarely spoke much with the other guards. Mostly it seemed due to their fear of her. Maybe the fact that she willingly walked the west end docks at night alone and always returned practically unscratched was it. Who knew?

"Can you believe that crazy old man? He thought Blacksmith CKalb was some horrible person? What a loon!"

That got her ears perking. She continued to work on her paperwork, but her attention was on the conversation now.

"Yeah. What the hell was he babbling about anyway? Blood Wyrm? What the hell is that?"

"I don't know. Never heard of that Anathenor guy either. Maybe the guy's been drinking some of those weird drinks down at the Red Dragon for too long."

Each bit of information they laughingly slipped out, she filed away in her mind. She knew the blacksmith wasn't always the nice and laid back fellow he was now. She wouldn't hold his past against him as long as he was good to her sister. But... just in case... information is always good to have. She'd have to investigate this further on her own time.

CKalb DragonShadow

Date: 2006-12-09 14:07 EST
The day had been cool. Very nice when one worked in a smith. Rozeraks smithy was actually quite nice. CKalb had made a good reputation for himself here and had made a few friends. The owner a dwarf named Rozeraks Stonehammer was a bit over barring, but a good enough boss. A shrude business man he had set up near one of the guards biggest posts. He had 5 forges that could all run at once but currently only up to 3 ran at any one time. He and CK were the only master smiths. The third forge was for the journeymen and apprentices. The Drow was working near the front of the place sharpening blades. Normal a work for the apprentices, today he was doing the elite guards weapons and had to stop occasionally to enchant the water and stone to produce the results that were needed. He had just finished a particularly nasty looking battle axe; he set it down and looked to the 3 swords left when he heard someone enter the front section. Gretchen an intriguing looking goblin who worked the front counter and handled the transactions said good afternoon. CKalb was listening as he pulled out one of the last blades and set to sharpen it. The man asked the price on a reforge of a broken blade. Gretchen quoted the normal prices then asked to see it as normal. As soon as the blade was brought out CKalb knew what it was. He let the grinding wheel spin down. He waved over Taline, the female dwarf that was Rozeraks head journeyman over. "Okay your up. Finish these for me just like we went over." She nodded and set to work as the drow turned to the front. He knew she was experienced enough to finish.

CKalb approached the front. Wearing his leather pants apron and tank top shirt his arms and upper chest were well exposed. Not big by most races standards, CK was huge by Drow standards. Approximately 6 foot tall and a bit over 220 lbs he was well built and in good shape with a strong upper body and trim strong lower body. He looked at the old man across the counter. It was the same man who had accosted him in the street a few weeks ago. CKalb laid a hand on Gretchen's shoulder and told her he had this. She shrugged and went back to her books. "Come with me back to my forge and I will see what I can do. The man just nodded and closed the box in which the broken blade lay and followed the drow into the back. The past was catching up with the drow, guess time to face it.

CKalb DragonShadow

Date: 2006-12-10 15:27 EST
The Drow walked calmly to the back of the smithy where his forge area was. Slightly enclosed it held the normal array of items; anvils, forge, hammers, tools, completed weapons on the wall. CKalb entered and pulled his apron over his head and hung it up. His large frame turned and leaned against a work bench, his eyes taking in the man with the broken sword. The man was lean, white hair and small eyes; his age was apparent or just not worn well. He wore typical lower class clothing with a hint of upper-class touches here and there. He stood stooped, and the way he moved CKalb knew he had never used a weapon for anything more then eating. The old man set the box down and fidgeted a little. CKalb supposed after the meeting in the street he had not expected this.

"So your one of the survivors or Anathenor." The eyes of the man betrayed his emotions at the name. "Why in the name of the realms would you actually come seeking Bloodwyrm?" The man froze a bit, his earlier bluster gone due to the fact he was now alone with the one man who although he hated more then anything, but a man he knew could kill him with a word. CK let the moment drag on, letting the mans courage return he finally spoke up. "I have come to collect on a debt you owe me and the town of Anathenor!" The man even pushed out his chest a bit at the last proclamation. CKalb nodded a bit not in agreement but in acknowledgement. "You are talking for 5 individuals." The number made the mans bravado disappear in a moment and the worried old man returned. "I left 5 individuals alive in Anathenor." "I know who you were and yes I know about the 2 hiding in the abbey basement. You were given your lives at the time it was quite a consideration considering we were to kill everyone." Again the mater of fact words surprised the old man defeating any courage he was retrying to muster. He was going to start a reply but stopped short.

CKalb turned and picked up a few things and put them at the end of his workbench speaking while he cleared it, "What I can not imagine is why a person who was 5 at the time grew into a bitter bitter old man." You were an orphan and had just gotten to the abbey a month earlier." The Dark elf paused as he herd the box open but continued ignoring the sound. "You had no connection to that town why would you come seeking revenge?"

The old man stopped a second the hilt of the broken blade in his hand now behind his back. "You slaughtered innocent people. You destroyed a holy artifact, you butchered and killed and left corpses everywhere. That is why I care and that is why for your crimes you will pay!" The words were said as he leapt at the drow's back, the broken piece of sword in his hand the exposed neck to tempting of a target. CKalb just sighed as the lethal blow stopped less then a inch from his body. He turned around and frowned. The man pulled his back and swung one more time, and again the blade stopped before inflicting damage to the drow. CKalb's hand came up fast snatching the mans wrist. The terrified look in his eyes told volumes. CKalb looked into them. "Just because this blade bloodied me in Anathenor does not mean it will do it again." He shook the mans hand and the hilt fell out. Then with his free hand he grabbed the mans shirt collar and pushed him against the wall.

"Now who sent you and no lies!" The words were harsh but CKalb knew there was more to this. As if sensing his thoughts the man who opened his mouth to speak started to convulse. The drow immediately caught the limp body and set it to the ground. Words of power escaped his lips as healing magic flowed into the body. But nothing seemed to happen. CKalb ran to a bell sitting near his forge and gave it two sharp rings before returning to the old man. The old man was loosing his grip on life. The rest of the smith's workers came running in, the priest that had been helping enchant a holy weapon, started working on him. Spells of power flashed through the old man one after another but to no avail. With a gut wrenching gurgle, his life ended. A demon came in soon after, the leather apron around his waste proclaimed him a smith. The disgust in the priest?s eyes was evident but the priest still let the demon near the body. He touched the boy and quickly withdrew his hand. The demon looked over at CKalb. "It was a hell ward. One of the most powerful I have ever felt." CKalb frowned and moved away as the city guard came storming in. His mind started turning as to what the hell was going on. He thought on that a moment longer and realized that last thought might be closer to this then he wanted.

Knite

Date: 2006-12-18 16:07 EST
Knite soared over the mountain range. The up rising thermals, the cool air made for an intoxicating flight as the dragon scouted the mountain range. As it was he was looking for a good place for lair. He did not mind living with his brother and his girlfriend, nor even rooming with Jade whos own lair was quite spacious, but he just wanted his own place. The freedom of it all.

His attention was on the mountains he passed by. he sensed no danger the last few trips through the region so was really unaware when it hit him. Literly something dove into him from out of the sun. Knite and what ever it was plumited into some dense low lying clouds. Knite raked and bit what he could but with out knowing what he was fighting he could not judge any of the hits, And what ever it was it was not some mundane creature. The Ancient cast one spell then another as fast as he cool. Defensive spells but he could tell the creature had scored solid hits. The creature cast spells to.. one slowed there fall. They stayed in the cloud cover to long. Knites tail hurt like a giant hand had grabed it in a vise like grip, blood ozed from several wounds on his side and his mask was covered in wounds his blood and his enemys blood. It was getting to the point it was seeping into his eyes blinding him.

Knite used one of his abilities and his talons were infused with starfire. He thrusted and tore and what ever it was let go. The great dragon blinded and hurt said his most powerful healing spell then as if the reprieve was long enough he started plumeting again. He flexed his wings finding them torn and bloody. Out of all but a real minor healing spell he had no choice. He needed to get somewhere safe. with quick words the Dragon opened up a gate. And lunged through it. Right into the Red Dragon Inn.

With a Oof he hit the floor, the gate closing after him. It was always the landings.

CKalb DragonShadow

Date: 2006-12-28 13:09 EST
CKalb sat in his room, the huge demonic tome sat on a table near by. He reflected on his theft of the book and with a grin he went to work trying to translate the one page. The word Kitty had pulled off was silence. But in actuality CK believe it was the name of an old friend. This page referred to him and that time, but still it did not make sense. He remembers everything and all bases were covered. His employer, the ones he was working for and even the Tenar'ri he fought against. No one was after him. All those debts were settled. And why did the one man from Anathenor show up. Those two instances were centuries apart, and there was no connection at all.

The drow sat a moment staring at the journal he had been writing in. One thing that did not fit at all was the make of the demonic tome. During its creation a good celestial being had a hand in creating it. That was weird but not too entirely uncommon. It could have been some Angelic creature that killed the demons that made up the tome.

He sighed again. At least he had given Chryrie a warning but what was he really warning her of. Honestly he didn't know. The only things that had made themselves known was the entity that attacked Knite and the demon warded human that had attacked him. Since then he was careful about keeping his wards in place and he knew Knite was doing the same. Too many questions.

He stood up and rubbed his eyes. He was tired and needed some rest. With a swish of his hands the lights in the room faded to darkness and he made his way down to Chryrie's room, wondering if the fea still slept. He crept inside and slid back into bed carefully wrapping around the fea. He was still happy, and in all that was all that mattered.

Chryrie

Date: 2006-12-28 14:14 EST
Sleep... it was sometimes elusive. Sometimes it was if she couldn't get enough. The fae in her pushed her to stay awake. The moredhel in her pushed her to get what sleep she could so she could be ready for battle later.

But tonight was a night where neither won. She was sleeping, but it wasn't a restful sleep. She had called upon her goddess to help her translate a page from a demonic book, only to get herself knocked out and her wings broken. As she tried to let her mind turn to meditation things, the goddess she served took the opportunity to speak with the fae.

Chislev was there, commanding her attention. She was obviously not happy and she was demanding answers.

"The drow of dragonkin is dabbling in things he should not! And he's getting you to help him. Why?"

Chryrie considered her answer. She knew the truth.. and there was no reason to not be honest. "He's seeking answers to his past, My goddess. He was not always the good man he is now. He doesn't want to return to that life, but it seems it is trying to come after him. He just wants to find a way to stop it from destroying the happiness we've found."

Chislev was quiet for several moments. Chryrie was beginning to think she had left her when she heard the voice again. "I have never approved of your methods of knowing the darkness to better protect the light, but I understand it. I shall visit the drow while he sleeps and let him know what I saw. Your involvement needs to be kept to a minimum."

"Yes My goddess. I understand."

When Chryrie awoke, CKalb was already asleep next to her. She reached over and gently stroked a dark cheek with her fingertips. She didn't know what would be said to him, but if she wasn't allowed to know.. it wasn't a good sign. The thought alone pained her.

Sleep would be elusive again for awhile.

CKalb DragonShadow

Date: 2007-01-01 15:01 EST
The light.. Why always bright light... The mental image of him stirred. The drow appeared to the deity coming through a grey fog that was him.

"You!" The Goddess voice accused although CKalb had no idea of what. You have drawn in one of mine to serve your own selfish needs!With that she pushed.. and the grey behind the drow pushed back.

"Enough!", The drow's voice carried an unheard weight. and the conflict stopped for now. "You know I wish nothing bad ever to happen to the fae. She chooses me of her own free will. I held nothing hidden from her nor do I hide anything now. I love her and she loves me." the pause.. there is always the pause.

"Fair enough. I read your book. What I read concerned you and Silent's introduction of the Tanarii' rebellion of that plane."

CKalb nodded. Unfortunately this was news he already surmised. As if the deity sensed CKalbs disappointment she spoke again.

"It also talks about another war. One where you worked with one you were against in the Tanarii' war. And the writer of this page was in that second war against you.

The drow's brow knitted in thought. "Then if that is true that would make the writer of that page, " he looked at the goddess, "was one of your kind?s minions or even one of you."

The goddess took this as a personal attack CK thought as the bolt of righteous energy flew towards him. No doubt the energy was not meant to harm just meant to teach. The bolt never made it. the gray surged and intercepted it leaving CKalb untouched.

"Who are you to defy me!"

The drow stood in his ground. "I am CKalb of the Shadows, Son of Ezarua Shadowborn."

The presence stopped. The deity was not sure how to proceed. Her anger gone, the goddess just left. CKalbs mental image shook his head knowing the headache in the morning was worth the information.

Knite

Date: 2007-01-11 12:56 EST
Icer1978: Yes he has, now what?s wrong? You look a bit nervous yourself Elder.

Knite: ::he looks at her and nods hopeing to skirt the subject but it was obvious he trusted the younger dragon:: Icer I think something from my past is back. ::that alone nothing big but the look on his face said volumes of worry:: I honestly don't fear to much in any realm. If anything if I happen to get over my head I can escape pretty easily.. but about 700 year ago.. Something happened.

Icer1978: ::Tilting her head curiously:: {s} what Elder? is it something I could help you with?

Knite: Me and my Brother were sent to a realm to help the last bastion of good defend itself against a final push of evil forces. ::shrugs:: although the good guys were small in number they were some of the most powerful beings I have ever seen. But the army they fought was huge.. for every one Paladin there was 500 screaming demons . The good guys had this barrier system up that protected them up until this one demon destroyed a section of it. Me and CK were sent to push back the army ...

Icer1978: ::Twitching:: what was the demons name..

Knite: With the evil army pushed back and the barrier restored. ::smiles a bit at the memories:: we fought gloriously, I do love fighting along side good. They are incredibly helpful...::his mood darkened:: During one battle the Demon King showed himself. A Huge Balrog he could easily contend for a leadership position on one of the lower levels of hell. ::takes a breath::

Knite

Date: 2007-01-11 13:21 EST
Icer1978: {S} he's here isn't he..

Icer1978: ::Tickling her son with the tip of her tail.;:

Knite: I did not hesitate, why should I, I have been the scourge of the underworld, the defiler of the heaven realms Every Other worldly being I came across, good or evil I have slain. But as the battle went on, I could see that I was not inflicting that much damage. The battle between us lasted 5 days. Until I slipped, He mortally wounded me. I lay dieing on the battle field...::sighs;: CKalb saved me and slayed the beast but in turn he gave up one of the most powerful blades of righteousness ever

Knite: to be forged. I watched him hurl the blade, is sunk into his chest right through his heart and then it exploded in a mass of Holy energy the gods themselves would have applauded. :frowns:: but earlier.;;He noded actually acknowledging Icer:: I swear I smelled him, and I knew I felt his presence here.. ::frowns::

Tyranacus:


Icer1978: {S] what is his name..

Icer1978: ::She looked patiently to the Elder dragon, blinking her ice blue eyes, her tail then wrapping around her son.::

Knite: ::he looks at her and shakes his head;: we never knew. He kept his name from the shadows. He knew that the power in his name could work against him. Even his minions did not know his name. They called him Demon king. That is all I know.

Icer1978: ::Nodding quietly to Corr, then looking backto the Elder:: and what would he want here?

Knite: ::frowns:: I don't know. Hell I am not sure how he could be here he was destroyed. Not just sent back to hell but CK's blade bound and destroyed his eternal essence in that one blow. ::shakes his head..:: we scried for him and everyone found him completely obliterated.

Icer1978: Well.. a few have been known now and then to return.

Knite: ::the dragon puts his head down and frowns:: I pray not. Icer I watch creature go against this beast that wielded powers of heaven at the highest level and he swatted them away like gnats. He would rip through here like a tornado through a shanty town. ::sighs:: but it can't be him. I swear it can't I think I am just going nuts. Me and CK scried earlier tonight and found no traces........ ::shrugs:: just a weird coincidence I pray. and me being paranoid.

Icer1978: ::Nodding:: let us hope so, perhaps you should rest here tonight Elder.

Knite: ::he looks at Icer with a smile:: thank you young one, but I will return to my lair. I wield much more power there then here.

Icer1978: ::nodding:: well I've been ordered to rest for awhile and not fight.

Knite: And I do not want to bring anything here that is my problem

Icer1978: :;Grinning to the Elder:: at least until the soreness goes away.

Knite: ::the ancient smiles;: Aye I think that would be a good thing.

Knite: ::he sets his head on the his fore claws and takes a deep breath:: I am just glad I can still come here and relax..

Icer1978: ::Chuckling softly:; yes, relaxing is good..

CKalb DragonShadow

Date: 2007-01-16 17:17 EST
The fight had been chaotic. Knite had dropped a mental image and a portal down before disappearing. It had taken the drow a moment to toss on his armor and dive through the portal. Once there he entered a Melee right out of a nightmare. The Necromancer Cutter had summoned a demon and was fighting Icer, her cousin, and Alex. But two more snuck out behind them, and had attacked Icer's cousin. What ensued was a struggle back in forth. At one point he had to stop the combat and pull out his dragon flute to calm the two almost out of control raging dragons. It had cost him time but it snapped Icer out of it, but took a little longer for her cousin. But it had also taken two combatants out of the fight. And when Icer?s cousin went down, CKalb had no choice. He turned and had raced toward the dragon, leapt upon him and had used the arcane spell teleport, the ability to cast that spell was not his.

Payment was now due.

Knite

Date: 2007-06-14 12:36 EST
The dragon sat in drow form in the study of Chyrie and his brothers house. CKalb sat accross from him each stairing intently at a chess board.

CKalb looked up. "So what happened?"

Knites eyes poked up and looked at his brother quietly a moment.

With some thought and a breath he begain to retell his story.

"I was at Sunfires helping with her hatchlings. All 9 had broken through there eggs. My granddaughter was exstatic. A large clutch and she did not loose any of them she was quite happy. Then it happened. For a reason I have not determined yet some...one found her lair. That hell dragon that attacked me in the mountains appeared out of no where. A teleport spell and powerfull one to brek Sunfires wards."

He sat back and took another deep breath.

"I charged as soon as he appeared and Sunfire took her hatchlings but one wasn't quick enough and died in the battle. Poor little guy barly got to see the world." The words were tough for the dragon, a testament to the bonds of his family.

"Sunfires mate Tirnen went into a rage and attacked along with Sunfires Mother my daughter Destiny. All of us against him were overwhelming. He retreated, teleported again but not before I tagged him."

CKalb's eyebrow raised as he herd the last part.

"I said good bye and promised to bring back his head. My spell would not allow any others to folow and you know how dangerous it is to portal after a tagged foe."

He looked up and smiled at CKalb. "But follow I did and it did not take me long to find that fiend. He was on one of his home planes actually near his home. It was a battle I will not soon forget."