Nymeria

The Kingdom of Belvoir - Hunter's Guild (Taking Applications)

I think it came across perfectly. Once more people start moving away from the beach, we will begin the actual fight. I believe Linguinie will be posting as the creature.

The Kingdom of Belvoir - Hunter's Guild (Taking Applications)

@Excal It's not super well-known but it also isn't rare. It's not something the average commoner would have, or even the nobles for that matter. My idea for now is that it isn't widely used but will become more common amongst the guild as time goes on. I have no problem with some of the hunters having/knowing about it right now.

The Kingdom of Belvoir - Hunter's Guild (Taking Applications)

@Stitches I'm fine with her being overly stealthy as long as, like you said, we leave it open for pc's to notice her if need be. Drystan isn't particularly stealthy but the Titan potion, which will get more screen time as the guild continues, enhances the user's perception.

The Kingdom of Belvoir - Hunter's Guild (Taking Applications)

Captain Drystan

Drystan paused on the beach, briefly listening to the second speech given by Anastasia. He had to admit to himself, he admired her tenacity. She definitely wasn't afraid of making a scene. He didn't envy her, however. As much was obvious at this point, he wasn't the biggest people person. He did all he could to avoid crowds, part of the reason he was so quick to separate himself from the other hunters. It wasn't the best idea for the captain of the hunter's guild, but he always did get results.

He turned from the crowd and began making his way down the shoreline, the sandy beach quickly turning into uneven, rocky terrain. As he stepped over the rocks, he could feel his body tensing. His muscles were pulsing, almost visibly, as he began to clench his fists. His pupils were pinpoints and a bead of sweat was beginning to form on his brow. His breathing quickened and he felt strength pulsing through his veins. As he got farther away from the original shoreline, he gripped a small tree spurting out between the rocks. It's trunk was about the width of his wrist and tapered slightly the taller it got. His fingers wrapped around it and squeezed. With a loud crack, the top half of the tree split from the bottom. He grabbed the top and swung it around in his hand. As he walked, he absentmindedly broke pieces off and let them fall to the ground.

He crested a slight hill that overlooked the sea below and he contemplated the group behind him. He knew leaving them wasn't a very captain-like behavior, but he had his reasons. He knew that a royal notice promising riches would attract a number of different types of people: many of whom would know next to nothing about fighting. They would be a danger to themselves and those around them. This first job was a test of sorts. It would weed out the weaklings, the inexperienced and the cowardly. And he hated cowards. Groups were strong, stable. If they were to split up, the cowardly would be easier to spot. Plus, the coin would be more abundant the fewer hunters they had. But he wasn't particularly worried about coin.

The Kingdom of Belvoir - Hunter's Guild (Taking Applications)

I wanted to leave it open. I figured Davos would give a little spiel on the ship and then when they get to the shore, they can do whenever. Drystan isn't the most sociable person so he's more of a let's go and do rather than a let's stop and plan person.

The Kingdom of Belvoir - Hunter's Guild (Taking Applications)

Alright. Got my post up. If anyone wants to add anything that happens on the boat, go ahead. I just wanted to continue moving things along so we weren't all stuck on the ship for however long.

@Stitches Sounds good to me. Go ahead and post it.

The Kingdom of Belvoir - Hunter's Guild (Taking Applications)

Captain Drystan

Standing at the edge of the dock, Drystan watched and listened to the myriad of people wanting to join in on the hunt. Most were rather unimpressive, looking like the average sellsword, but there were a few that stood out. There was one man who wore an axe on his back in a distinctive manor, and he was pretty sure was a wanted man. Drystan was not the Captain of the peace keepers of the bounty hunters, though, so he really did not care what was in this man's past. He nodded at his words, glad to have someone who seemed comfortable in open waters. It wasn't likely that their fight would take place on the sea itself, but it never hurt to have someone with such experience.

Now this other man who came barreling through the crowd, he definitely left an impression. Just the fact that he had no qualms shoving his way through other men opening carrying weapons, clearly ready for a fight said a lot about his character. Drystan looked him up and down briefly, standing stock still. He always seemed tense, rigid, especially now before a new voyage. It wasn't that he was nervous, though, it was just his demeanor.

Drystan nodded at Davos who had introduced himself. His inside knowledge of the creature would prove very helpful in this situation. "I would be very interested to hear of your experience with the creature," he replied. "Step onto the ship and we'll talk on our way. I'll admit I have little experience with this thing. I'm sure it will help some of the other less experienced hunters to hear a bit about the creature." With that, Drystan turned and walked aboard the Rancid Eel.

He himself was a very confident man, some might even say cocky. He didn't often boast of his talents or skills, but he showed his confidence in other ways. The way he walked, the serious look in his eyes, and his lack of planning. As he hadn't much knowledge of the creature he was planning to fight, he hadn't spent much time planning tactics. He knew his own strength and felt there was little risk and, therefore, little to worry about. He knew other's didn't feel the same, however, and that they would find some solace in any information that would help them plan out their own attacks. If it would keep the other hunters from panicking mid-battle, Drystan welcomed the information.

Once aboard the ship, Drystan turned back towards the docks. "We will be embarking to the island!" His voice bellowed, rising above the chatter that was going on around them. "If you wish to fight, come aboard. If not, be prepared to receive us when we return, victorious." With that, he turned and signaled the captain of the ship, who immediately began untying the large ropes that kept the ship in place.

Their voyage was not a long one: the isle only a couple of knots away from the docks themselves. The saltwater sprayed up against the ship as it cut it's way through the waves. Drystan stood, silently, staring ahead at the island as it slowly seemed to grow larger and larger.

They made port on the south end of the island. There was no dock to tie the ship to, so the captain and a small grew had to stay aboard to receive the remaining party when they returned. There was a small beach that they landed on, sand giving way to thick grass which quickly turned to rocky ridges. It was rough terrain, useless for farming or housing. It had always been a rather uninhabited island: anyone who tried quickly gave up due to the rocky landscape and lack of resources.

"I will begin scouting the shoreline here. You may join me or you may go off on your own. Either way, this island is not very large. We are bound to find the creature's hiding space soon enough."

The Kingdom of Belvoir - Hunter's Guild (Taking Applications)

@Stitches I agree with Linguinie. I like the idea and Captain Drystan might even be interested in taking on an apprentice. Although he'll be a bit of an ass to him/her. Back when I used to roleplay some seven years ago, I also had a partner I frequently roleplayed with. It was kind of an unspoken thing between us that our characters were always either friends or lovers.

I've got a class to be at in a bit but I'll probably get on here and post a reply in a few hours.

The Kingdom of Belvoir - Hunter's Guild (Taking Applications)

Yeah, I was waiting for Zelosse to post again. Once we take off on the ship, I'm also fine with anyone jumping in to say their character was aboard also if they missed it.

The Kingdom of Belvoir - Hunter's Guild (Taking Applications)

@Norschtalen I like the character but she seems to be a bit overpowered. I'd say just be careful not to make her too untouchable. Alchemy ingredients would not be very common in Belvoir, too, so try to keep the potions somewhat limited. Otherwise, go ahead and post it in the character tab and you can post in the IC whenever.