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~~~~~Goldfarb's Good News~~~~
~~~~~~~~~~Issue Two~~~~~~~~~~
Threats against Waterdeep
I am afraid that the leading story in this issue of the Good News is a sombre
one. In the Month of the Melting, the City Watch held a meeting to discuss the
defence of the City of Splendours. Troubling reports of threats of attack made
against the city, and her people, were discussed by the Watch and other concerned
citizenry.
Furthermore, it seems the Friends of Ardeep have stood defiantly against the
shadowy creatures attempting to trespass over the borders of the forest, aided by
many brave adventurers from Waterdeep and the surrounding environs. According to
Sir Harroghty Rallyhorn, the Purple Knight of Cormyr, we owe our gratitude to, among
others, Sandric, Opia, Furik, Faria, Estrild, Kienva, Hoildric, Takket, Briek, Isaldur,
Charissa, Keltorn, Ynaura and Nilou, for their courage and cunning in holding back the threat.
As well as the trespass of Ardeep, the undead contained beneath the temple of
Lathander in Faerdale have risen up and broken through the seals and wards that
once contained them. The high priest of that temple was slain during their
uprising, and defiled the holy site of the Morninglord. The leader of both these
events seems to be a shadowy, demonic creature who has promised that we have not
seen the last of him.
Unfortunately, the threat of violence was not an empty one, with the apparent
alliance of known murderer Zarafae, with the churches of the Storm Lord, the
Stalker, and the Mad God, leading to the deaths of several citizens and the
torture both mental and physical of yet more. Zarafae has openly declared war on
the City of Splendors. Claiming it is a war on behalf of freedom, she has dubbed
it The War of Broken Shackles. The editor urges all to look to their local
message post for developments as they happen, yet please be wary of the rumour
and misinformation that is all about us in times of war.
Lady Jaenoic, of the Waterdeep City Watch, has the following request of citizens
of Waterdeep:
Remain viligant and careful, and continue to report any instances of half-drow
and fiend-bloods entering the city.
Election News
As the Waterdeep elections draw closer, the candidates have begun campaigning in
earnest. According to official reports, those standing for office are Gwain Rambash,
Isaldur Redleaf, Kallias, Lerytha Holt, Roderick, and Takket Keppur. Of these six, only
three shall become elected Lords. Keep your eyes open for the upcoming Waterdeep
Election Special Issue of Goldfarb's Good News!
Festivals and Tournaments
The most recent Bard Festival was held in the Month of the Storms. The setting
was the grand temple of Milil in Berdusk, and the programme of events was ably
organised by Ynaura Larkspur and Master of Ceremonies, Isaldur Redleaf. As well
as the performances, the audience played a guessing game during the interval, and
there were various riddles to tax the mind, with prizes for those gathered.
Festivities opened by Nara reciting a poem contrasting the deities Lathander and
Selune. Then Enig Quetia of Mystra told an entertaining story of an epic
adventure, with the unusual twist of allowing the audience to participate in
deciding the fate of the hero.
Following this was a play written by Keltorn Larkspur, and performed by Roderick
of Mystra, Iris the Cat, and Nara of Oghma. Titled "Mrap," it was a charming
rhyme about a young man attempting to talk with a cat. Next to perform was Faria
Cadence, Orchid Bard of Sune. We were treated to the beautiful composition "Over
the Mountain," which she performed most sensitively despite, as she later
revealed, feeling quite unwell throughout. Hrosskell of Kelemvor performed a
dramatic poem of his own composition, called "Old Flames." This was followed by a
duet from Estrild and Faria, called "Love as a Metaphor," dedicated to the Lady
Firehair. Then came the turn of your reporter, Peverell Goldfarb. My piece was a
short moralistic story called "The Three Precepts of the Wise Bird." Following
this was a most amusing rhyme from Pirro of the Dales, detailing the travails of
a father-to-be. After this, I am afraid, I had to leave the gathering, so much to
my disappointment I was not able to hear any other performances, nor see the
culmination of the riddle contests.
The Church of Tempus is sponsoring a fighting tournament, to be held in the
grounds of Swordpoint Hall in Berdusk, on the day of [[OOC:
http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/f ... c=0&p1=197]]. The last tournament held there was an exciting
event, featuring jousting and expert swordplay from fighters across Faerun. Those
wishing to compete should pay an entry fee of one platinum coin to Jarris Taril,
priest of Tempus. The winner of the last tournament is also invited to defend his
title, and challengers will compete not only for the glory of their victory, but
a prize from the church of the Lord of Battles. For further information please
seek out Jarris of Tempus.
Religious News
A spate of bad luck stalks the land, and tension is growing between the churches
of Tymora and Beshaba. A mysterious black cat has been seen, bringing misfortune
wheresoever he walks. I have yet to see or experience this myself, but the
creature has been nicknamed "Doom Kitty" in some quarters, and even inspired
ballads warning against crossing his path. Rumours of the cat's location abound,
and the editor urges any eyewitnesses to come forward and report their experience
to Goldfarb's Good News.
Weddings
(This report submitted by Isabel Kaiser von Hillsfar)
Ellette and Peverell Goldfarb were joined in matrimony at the Chapel of Berdusk
in the presence of their friends.
Ellette, a bladeswoman, was resplendent in a gown of delicate ivory silk and
velvet and stunning over gown of ivy and red roses. She wore a crown of forget-
me-nots, her favourite blooms, and carried a bouquet of white roses. Loremaster
Peverell Goldfarb was elegantly turned out in white and gold silk.
Ynaura Larkspur, High Bard of Oghma, presided. The vows were written, with wit
and love, by the bard and the happy couple.
A reception was held at the Concert Hall in Berdusk. Entertainment was provided
by Faria of Sune, and Pirro. The couple honeymooned in the Loremaster's home town
of Longsaddle.
Engagements
Upcoming weddings include:
Arialia to Ketlic
Lirith to Roderick
Business News and Job Opportunities
Miriel Tingilinde has announced the re-opening of her business venture, the
Weavebrewery. As she is great with child, she is not willing to produce some of
the more dangerous items in her repertoire (such as brewing potions) until after
she has given birth. She will, however, gladly take orders from those patient
enough to wait until such a time as she is ready.
Her products include:
POTIONS - 10 platinum per flask (delayed till childbirth)
SCROLLS - 10 platinum basic per scroll, additional or reduced cost is fully
negotiable
For negotiable prices, she also offers various spells, an escort service for
various lengths of time, and lessons in a variety of subject such as demonology,
greenskin lore, elf lore, various languages, potionbrewing, meditation, riding
and the best way to haggle with merchants. She is also open to applications for
apprenticeship. The terms and prices are negotiable, but is offered to young
wizards seeking a knowledgeable master to train them for the wider world of
magic.
Kienva's Catering Service is in need of a errand runner. Kienva looking for
someone willing to get supplies for her business. Mainly, bags of flour and
flasks of water.
Someone living within Waterdeep would be nice, however, the job is open to
anyone. Payment should be around five platinum per delivery plus the cost of the
supplies. If you have any questions or would like the job. Please contact Kienva
via amulet.
Ellette Goldfarb is seeking a teacher to instruct her in the art of lapidary.
Anyone with knowledge and experience in crafting items of jewellery from precious
metals and/or setting precious stones into metalwork would be suitable. Prices to
be negotiated between teacher and student, as well as regular times for lessons.
Lost and Found
If anyone should chance to find a white stallion, garbed in the tack colours of
Silverymoon (blue and silver) and carrying dark saddlebags, please contact
Loremaster Peverell Goldfarb. He shall see the mount safely returned to his
owner.
Taverns of the Realms
(In the second of an on-going series, Zelar of Tymora shares his insights on the
"Lady Luck Tavern" in Daggerford)
Between Kryptgarden Scrolls and Nartan's Fine Goods on The High Road in
Daggerford can be found the Lady Luck Tavern where a sign of a woman standing
under a horseshoe invites us to enter it.
Only a tavern with such name could have the background that it has, this
tavern which is run by Owenden Orcslayer was once a warehouse that was given
as reward to his father as reward after killing the orcs that killed the
previous owners in a raid. The walls of this tavern are decorated with
weapons and trophies of those regular patrons that did fall, and specially
worth of mention is the bar of rich polished oak standing along the eastern
wall, where always stands untouched a silver goblet, full of spirits, stands
untouched in the center of the it.
Such silver goblet is fer Tymora herself should she enter, woe befalls upon
those who dare to touch the goblet because it has been reported that those
that did touch it and did not make a more than generous donation at
Fairfortune hall have in his fate written to find a yard of steel through
their middles. It has been reported twice as well that the silver goblet did
wreath in flame disappearing the wine within it. Patrons believe that Tymora
herself did drink from the goblet.
Despite the memorial pillar in which can be read the names of those
adventurers that did fall the atmosphere is always cheerful, the shouts of
"Dare everything!" and "Let us be adventuring then!" are heard quite often,
also because most of the regular patrons are adventurers this is the ideal
place for those adventurers who wish to hear news about treasure findings or
dragon sightings, and for those bards who wish to hear inspirational stories.
The kitchen is well known in Daggerford for his speciality in fried rabbits,
finely seasoned and always just right. And it would be such a daring not
making mention either to The Lady's Ale, an ever-popular drink among the
patrons here or a must-drink if yon pocket allows it, stagheart boug mead,
made up in the far north of the kingdoms.
If thee visit this place pray do no forget to give Owenden best regards from
Zelar, Fated of Tymora nor making a toast before the memorial pillar in honor
of those brave fallen adventurers.
Recipe Corner
This issue, a recipe for a warming apple pie, courtesy of the baker Kienva.
What you will need:
- Several washed apples
- A knife
- A wooden rolling pin
- A cooking bowl
- One bag of flour
- A flask of water
Step One:
First MIX the flour and water together in your cooking bowl until well mixed.
Step Two:
Take the dough out of the bowl and FLATTEN it evenly and then mold it into a pie crust shape.
Step Three:
Prepare your apples. First remove the skin from the apples, then SLICE the into small pieces, there really is no proper size just use what you feel to be right.
Step Four:
PLACE the sliced apples into the pie crust. Be sure to place them evenly so there is plenty of yummy fruit in every bite.
Step Five:
BAKE. Be sure to see an eye on your tart during baking to prevent under cooking or over cooking.
Step Six:
Lastly, enjoy.
Goldfarb's Good News is a publication that aspires to spread news and useful
information along Faerun, and everyone is welcome to help providing they have
goodwill to cooperate in this task. We welcome contributions from all, provided
they are of a factual nature and written in a neutral tone. Rumours, gossip, or
judgemental commentary shall not be included in these pages. Submissions may be
made in person or via the Magical Post to high-ranking members of the Oghman
faith, to be passed onto the editor. Examples of acceptable submissions include
news of weddings, engagements, births, forthcoming festivals, tournaments or
other gatherings, the establishment of guilds or opening of schools etc...
Advertisements for skills and services are also welcome, or job opportunities for
young adventurers. Any young or aspiring bards who wish to be involved in this
publication should contact the editor directly. We are also looking to recruit
regular contributors for columns on subjects such as wizarding news, farming and
agriculture, recommendations on recently published books, healing advice and the
latest fashions and trends. We are open to hear any ideas you may have for new
features.
May inspiration guide you,
Loremaster Peverell Goldfarb
Servant of the Binder and Editor of Goldfarb's Good News
