DaU 10 - The party (game thread)

[Paraicj]

"How do we know Aerych is telling the truth? If what he says is true, we have an obvious suspect. But, I could easily say the same thing, that somebody tried to kill me. A simple way of laying blame. Have you evidence to back this up? Political machinations over the body of a kinswoman is despicable.

Layjith, you especially I would have thought would move to defend your sister against such accusations before any evidence was supplied. She is your sister, and I hear you two are very close.

Let us leave poor Shiadril to the servants, I fear there is nothing we can do for her now. The servants seem to be good for nothing but petty and disgusting rumours, let them clear the body away."

[The Darkness]

"Tell me are you trying to suggest something about me and my sister Moryth. We are family and family sticks together but nothing more than that. And while I do care for her well being I believe that if someone has accused her of something she should say her worth. I will support when she needs the support but first I need to here here side of the event. However Aerych if you do speak falsely of my sister then you deserve whatever fait may lay in waiting for you."

"As for you Hylar, I have heard some very interesting tales about you and how you deflowered three of Isha's priestesses in the single night. Did you get the taste for another and decide to go after Shaidril here then silence her to keep her silence on the matter. The fact that you had done such an act to Isha's servents is a crime on it's own. Though if these tales are false you should speak up and clear your name."

[Illidan Hellforge]

Hylar frowned as he saw the body. "We don't just have a murderer here, we have a very sick-minded one.." He mumbled. As he then turned to Layjith his face was stern.

"Deflowering is one thing, but murder is something entirely different. I prefer my pleasures to be willing, and I don't force them upon others." He said and paused for a moment. "Besides, I was in favour of partially giving the inheritance to Isha, I'm not sabotaging my own cause."

Looking at the rest he frowned. "And what is this about another assault? Does it really take one mere day to turn some of you into greedy murderers and liars? I somehow expected more of family."

[Andruillius]

Hjorych came storming in, his sword drawn. As he saw Hylar, his eyes flared up, and he screamed. "YOU FILTHY CHAOS WORSHIPPPER! YOU THOUGHT YOU COULD KILL THE RIGHTFUL HEIR?!? I WILL SHOW YOU WHAT THE HOUSE OF SALEITH DOES TO YOUR CORRUPTED KIND, BASTARD OF SLAANESH!"

Raising his sleek one-and-a-half-hand warrior sword above his head, Hjorych charged at Hylar, ready to cut him down.


As revenge for the attempt to take Hjorych's life, the nephew charges the Slaanesh worshipper and tries to kill him.


OOC: I'll leave it up to you how to work out this one, Ruerl.

[Allerion]

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[Khar]

"So... Apparently this is how family works?" there was a hint of fear in Mirienar's voice "Shame on you. Shame on you all. You just... words fail me. Killing?" he shrugged " I believe that Hjorych and Aerych apparently know more than we do. Like, for example: Who's responsible for this murder... or attempts of different ones, at least. I hope that BEFORE any more violence you could share this information with us.. especially you" Mirienar pointed at Hjorych "You find Hylar guilty of murder - why? Please, explain your motives, if only not to look like one more murderer in our eyes..."
There was a slight pause
"We're gathered here, my kin, to decide which one is to become a prince. It's not some mere inheritance of goods or land, it's the position of Ulthuan's defender. So, yes" he glanced at Moryth " We ARE talking of leader. And I for one don't want either bloodthirsty psychopath or power hungry egomaniac as one of Ulthuan's princes."
Another pause followed.
"So... Can we have some explanation please? Before anyone else gets killed?"

[Ruerl Khan]

*the servants rush in between the armed guests stopping the attack by force*

Sorry young sir! But we cannot allow it to go about in this way! We must stop you!

*As the guards each try to step between and protect the guests from themselves they accidentally push aside Kerion Morningsun, the proud veteran of countless battles then does something he had never done in a hundred battles, he slips in a bit of Shiadril's dress and fall backwards, his feet push against the ground frantically as he tries to regain balance, but instead he only pushes himself further and falls down the stairs, when his rest stops his neck turns out to be broken by the fall*

OOC:
Allerion has been modkilled for editing his post, I liked the rules when you signed up, they are still in effect. Please continue the game, you have 24 hours and 10 minutes to conclude the days voting.

Oh, and for the record: Kerion Morningsun: Was a high elf.

[cidracin]

Ishneia eyes which had been filled with rising fury when Aerych made his allegations against her were now filled with pity as she looked down onto the fallen body of Kerion Morningsun. She raised her eyes from his corpse. "Servants take Seamaster Kerion's body to be prepared for burial. Alas that one who has been involved in so much war would have such a ignoble death. Our Lord has commanded that we find the assasin and that it is up to the group to decide who among us is guilty. Therefore I believe that is the Lord Salieths will that we have a vote. If any one believes that they have a better plan than they should speak up. If the group accepts my plan than I give my vote to Hylar. I believe that a killer's natural target would be the closest relative to the Lord and Hjorych behaviour seems that of one truly wronged not that of an assassin. As for the allegations against myself I do not know why Aerych has accused me or what he gains from falsely accusing me."
Vote Hylar
OOC Ruerl what about Kerion's deleted statement it had important accusations in it, are we supposed to disregard?

[The Darkness]

"There has been so much blood shed this day and now we must vote to kill another. Well before I place my vote I like Mirienar want to here the explenations before anyhting further is done. I don't wish fr the blood of an innocent on my hands." Layjith paused slightly to take in some deep breaths. "Surely there is more that needs to be said before we condemn another. Even youmy Sister should be waiting, yes a vote is needed but not in such rashness as this."

With that Layjith waited and motioned for the servants to bring him a drink.

[Andruillius]

Struggling to get past the guards, completely oblivious to the questions asked by the other elves, Hjorych continued shouting at Hylar. "I'LL GET YOU! IF IT'S THE LAST THING I DO, I WILL SEE YOU DEAD, YOU SON OF A WHORE!"

Vote: Hylar.

[Illidan Hellforge]

Hylar grunted as his eyes went from the fallen form of Kerion to Hjorych. "You fool! Look what your rash actions have done!" He bellowed towards Hjorych as he pointed down the stairs. "This was an ill fate for the veteran, certainly not what he had deserved after years of duty."

"I don't know why you spew these mad accusations but I already told you I did nothing to dear Shiadril, and if you're claiming I had targeted you I demand proof. Now learn to use words instead of waving your sword around like a savage before you make another family member a hapless victim."

Hearing Ishneia he raised an eyebrow. "I must say you're rather quick to condemn me a dead elf, are you pointing the blaming finger somewhere else to keep it away from yourself, perhaps? We already established that the closest relative would not have the inheritance so I don't even see the logic behind your argument." He said and sighed.

"Ishneia, innocent blood has been spilt already, and if you persist to vote on our lives so easily you will have it on your hands before the end of this day."

[NoOoDLe]

"Ishneia, you know very well why I am accusing you." Aerych said, tempted to draw his bow and put an end to her lies right here. But he refrained since he saw what was happening to Hjorych.

He looked at Hylar for a moment, assessing the situation.
"I'm not too trusty of you, but neither am I of Hjorych and most certainly not of Ishneia. If she votes for you, I'm quite sure you're innocent of this matter." He said.

Vote: Ishneia

[Paraicj]

"Hjorych is like an elf possessed, and his actions are either those of a rightful vengeance seeker or an alarmingly skilled actor. I am inclined to believe there has been an attempt on his life, certainly more so than I am to believe Aerych, who is playing with his bow there, perhaps in an attempt to be as outraged as Hjorych seems to be? Very brave.

If I am wrong, and Hjorych is lying, then so be it. But we have already lost two members of our...loving...family, and whoever the third is, I will vote for the most obvious answer."

Vote: Hylar (Illidan)

[The Darkness]

Layjith sighed knowing that a vote must be cast. "I had hoped more would have spoken but a decision must be made and as Hylar and my sister Ishneia are the only suspects I must choose now." He paused again before loking to Hylar.

"I am sorry my friend but from what has ben put before us you appear the most guilty to me. For some reason one of us is near deranged in his mistrust of you and then there is your accusations at my sister. All there is against her is your word and unfortunately that is not enough to sway me. All you say about your accusation against her is plain and blunt with no proof. There is also your history with the priestesses of Isha which can't help but raise an interest. For these reasons I must put my vote towards you Hylar, if we are wrong than I pray for forgiveness."

Vote: Hylar

[Khar]

"I believe Hjorych values his life. If he's just a good actor and Hylar's innocent, it's obvious that we'll vote to execute him tomorrow. So It's surely not just some clever plan. So, I trust Hjorych in this case. In my eyes, Hylar is guilty of murder."

Vote: Hylar

[Illidan Hellforge]

Hylar laughed shortly in disbelief. "So you claim I have murdered Shiadril and then went after Hjorych in a single night? You are naive my family, for a smart killer would not tempt luck after making one successful assassination, if he even has the time for it. However, I see confusion and fear in your eyes, it's not your fault you act on survival instinct."

He gave them all a stern look before continuing. "Know however, that there is no innocent blood on hands. The killer of Shiadril is still unknown and Hjorych is guilty of Kerion's fall down the stairs. If you wish to side with that murderer to remain in the safety of the group then that is your choice, you can all share the guilt then if that makes it easier for you.

Furthermore, I do not even have have that great of an interest in the inheritance, and I would certainly not risk my life for it."

He sighed, and looked at Kerion once more before turning back towards the group.

"It seems though that you all have made that decision for me. I must say it most certainly isn't the epilogue I expected, I'd have thought those dark elves would've been vengeful about their raiding party.." He said, mumbling the last.

"It seems that the lord's inheritance lies in the hands of an Nagarythian with a tannery, a merchant of Lothern who has a formidable wealth gained by some questionable means, his sister who seemingly failed to murder the Nagarythian, a conjurer from Saphery, a stable boy who is supposedly a princeling from Caledor and seeks to grab this prince title, a goldsmith from around here, and a savage who fears the actual field work of the military and wishes to gain an easier job through this inheritance.

I hope you make the right choice dear family, cause their are only a few amongst you with an honest intent. The majority just has different degrees of guilt."

"Now.." He spoke, his voice rather soft. "I have but one wish left then, and as my family I am sure you can grant me it. I wish for the first elf to vote on me to end my life, so would you do the honour, Ishneia?" He said and had a slight, grim smile.

[Illidan Hellforge]

(In addition to the previous post)

Alright, did my last say and have asked for a specific family member to do the deed. I'll see how Ruerl handles this.

[Prince Elileth]

This is a most disturbing turn of events. Unfortunately it seems I have arrived too late to contribute much in the way of deciding our actions for today. Hjorych has taken a rather substantial risk by going after Hylar so vehemently. Should Hylar turn out to be innocent then Hjorych would surely be our next target. For this reason I believe Hjorych to be innocent. Were he really the assassin amongst us I doubt he would take such a risk this early on. As for Hylar, it seems the rest of you have condemned him to death. I am inclined to believe you for the moment. Should he turn out to be innocent then I fear we've made a grave mistake, but as of this moment it seems Hylar is the most likely suspect of those gathered here. I vote:Hylar and I pray you turn out to be an assassin.

[NoOoDLe]

Aerych took another good look at Hylar. "I wonder if you really are who you say you are." He said.

"We'll see I guess. I'm fixing my gaze on the elf you want to kill you. I'm sure she won't have any trouble doing it." He added before keeping himself rather absent from the rest as he wasn't going to agree on killing Hylar. He was still unsure about trusting the one person that seemed to act more like an orc than an elf.

[Andruillius]

In the midst of his rage, still struggling to get out of the grip of the servants, Hjorych caught a few words of what the other elves said, and for a moment his mind trailed off his intention to kill Hylar.

"Assassin?!? The only life Hylar has attempted to take is mine, and he failed. I`ll teach how you succeed!"

Turning his mind back on Hylar, he continued to try to break loose from the servants` grip. "LET GO OFF ME!"

[cidracin]

"I will grant your last request Hylar Sureshot for Hjorych's behaviour leaves me no doubht about your identity. However should Hyjorych words and behaviour but an act, then you have my word that I will do my best to make sure he pays if it is innocent blood I shed. I also say to all here that think that a woman is to frail and weak that I will not hesitate to do what is neccesary when my kin is threatened. If I am selected to be the Lord's heiriess I will not hesitate to do what is neccesary in the defence of Ulthuan and my realm."

[NoOoDLe]

"And I will do my best, aspiring heiress, to make sure you are not going to make it to that throne, Kinslayer." Aerych said spitefully before spitting at Ishneia.

[Ruerl Khan]

As the night draws to a close the lord of the manor nods slowly to the assembled elves "so be it, may you have chosen well" with that Shiadril steps forward, pale and drawn and lifts her dagger, plunging it into the heart of Hylar, quickly followed by Hjorych and the rest of his accusers, as he falls to the ground, his lifeblood spreading out on the floor the lord whispers a softly muttered spell before he looks up gazing at you,

Hylar was an Asur charlatan, a liar and an incompetent assassin! But he was innocent in the real assassination! The assassin is still amongst you! Sleep well and pray that I am mistaken in my divination, for I fear that we may see more blood spilled tonight.

OOC:
It is now night those with abilities to do so may send me a PM with their actions for the night, you have till tommorrow midnight (thats 22 hours, 36 minutes at time of this post) to do so, after wich the night ends.

Deceased:
Shiadril - Asur - strangulated with prejudice on night 1
Hylar - Asur - murdered by his fellows in righteous vengance on day 2
Kerion - Asur - Fell down the stairs and broke his neck on day 2 (those stairs are -real- slippery...)

[Ruerl Khan]

The birds chirp, the soft light spills over the mansion as you all wake up and meet at the dinner, as per tradition Lord Saleith joins you briefly for the breakfeast before speaking,

"You are all here today? Good to see that my kin is able to refrain from killing each other for a single night... warms an old mans heart... You have however still failed in the two tasks I set you, firstly you have yet to uncover the killer from yesterday, secondly you are yet to choose wich one of you shall be my heir...

But please... I shall not disturb you as you proceed with your work..."

with that the lord of the manor smirks sardonically and leaves you.

OOC:
It is now day, everyone (to my suprise) survived the night. Feel free to "vote someone home", either way, you have till I return sunday to find someone amongst you to blame for the murder or attempted murders during the night and yesterday.
...no, I do not expect you to find a heir, that is why I gave you a democratic choice.

[NoOoDLe]

"So...? You managed to refrain yourself this night Ishneia? Or did your petty attempts to slaughter someone else fail?" Aerych said, still spiteful about the attempt on his life.

[The Darkness]

"Really, I think you can stop that bitter tyrade of yours now. It's growing done. Obviously my sister is innocent whilst you, you sir go about claiming all these falsities trying to sway us to your ways of thinking. Your just trying to eliminate what you feel is your competition, that sir is my feeling now. Yesterday at the sight of the body you did little but stare then rashly accuse my sister. For what purpose? I say it was to turn us away from your own guilt. Maybe I'm wrong sire but I doubt it now, your trying to put on a face of innocence but I see now thatyour nothing but a filthy lier and no better than those Druchii scum from over the seas."

Layjith paused, trying to calm himself down, breathing in deeply.

"And why don't you tell us Aerych about your dear family, are they the sort that need financial assistance this wealth would give or are they wealthy? Or more interestingly about your brother. I've heard the most fascinating stories about you two recently, very fascinating indeed. Would you like to tell our comrades here or shoud I detail them all? Everyone I tell you now I know this man is guilty of murder and I stand by my claims. Since the first murder he straightout accussed my sister, not a second thought for the passing of our dear friend Shiadril... not a second look at the tragedy that had been done. You are the reason she is dead Aerych and there is very little that can be said to me to convince me otherwise."

He paused once again, glaring at Aerych now. "I VOTE: Aerych"

[cidracin]

"Brother, while I appreciate your defense of my character and honor I fear that Aerych is not the elf we should be worried about most. Last night Mirienar D’nyss tried to kill me whilst I slept. I am afraid that while he may appear to be an Asur with a good heart, he is in fact an assasin. I was lucky enough to be able to get away from him before he stabbed me with his knife. He is an assassin and he does not deserve the air that he breaths."
Vote:Mirienar

[The Darkness]

"I'm not doing this purely out of caring for you my sister but if you feel that Mirienar is also guilty then vote for him but mine stays on Aerych for I know his true colours now. I know he is one of the guilty that walks among us. Aerych is the spawn of Druchii and has no rights to be here amongst us. He is a traitor to his wn kind and his blood fowler than that of chaos afflicted men. I am glad that you survived this attack though for that means that they are clumsy but I tell you all now that Aerych equally deserves the death you say also belongs to Mirienar."

Layjith looked at the others, careful not to take his eyes off Aerych. "I beseach those of you who are innocent among these cursed brethren to vote and silence their mouths. We must stop this treachery that they have brought. If I am wrong about Aerych than by all means you may take my own life from me after his death but I tell you know that Aerych is quilty."

[Khar]

"For some reason, maybe just because I have more faith in all of you than I should, I thought it's going to take more time... What exactly, you might ask? It's simple: moment when someone notices, that among those attempted assassinations, it'd be extremely easy just to accuse someone innocent but problematic.
So in this category, first prize goes to Ishneia.
I ask you, my dear lady - If I attempted to stab you in your sleep, how did you manage to get away? Why haven't you called for help? You just jumped out of bed seeing me with a knife and spent rest of the knife hiding? Your story makes no sense, even not taking into account that I have absolutely no reason to try to kill you... What did you ever do to me?
Moryth I'd understand more - at least he accused me of talking nonsense, maybe he hurt me honour by saying it...
So, my family..." Mirienar paused after this word, looking at all gathered "Now I see something that Aerych noticed sooner. I don't know if Ishneia really attempted murder on him, but if she did, now she surely tries to draw attention from herself by trying to condemn innocent man. That makes her guilty enough in my eyes. This is utter disgrace, and not only she's not worthy of any noble title, she also deserves punishment. I'm sorry, Layjith."

Vote: Ishneia

[The Darkness]

"I bare no grudge against you and I can't stop you from voting against those you see as guilty. It is a shame that my sister is the one who is caught amongst it but that cannot be helped it seems. I still tell you though that Aerych is guilty and I standby it like I have said. He probably spread those rumours that you rely on now about her attack on him, I wouldn't put it past a Druchii. I hope you do see though that it is Aerych who must fall victim to our blades though as I said it's your choice. Though were it me I'd be voting for the one who murdered his brother in cold blood when he learned he was Druchii, the one who is a foul, traitorous beast, Aerych. I cannot state how dire it is that we vote for him and remove his taint from among us. He is trying to blend in with us I but I see past his lies and he should now you can't hide your past you Druchii scum. That goes for any other among us who may be traitors and assassins, you can't hide, we will find you and kill you."

Layjith once again paused for breath and waited hoping his words would sink in to someone.