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As the night went on, Claudia resumed to play. A medley of songs ranging from tender ballads to whimsical dancing melodies to heroic epics filled the tavern with such an atmosphere like no other. People danced, laughed, cried and sang along to the Bard's lovely music, but still the Drow did not budge....not yet. His eyes, red as blood, they seemed affixed upon the other Drow Elkko with a purpose, but whom the mysterious figure had his eyes on was not the scraggly half-blood, but instead...the man sitting next to him.

He was of a refined sort, the gentleman dressed in expensive attire, happily singing along and gulping his ale. One could only assume he was nobility, but to be drinking and merrymaking among the commoners was absurd. Even so, there was no denying the look of a nobleman.

While Claudia continued to work up the crowd, the Drow downed his last swallow of mead and rose from his chair, skulking towards the nobleman. As he approached, his black cloak billowed behind him as if a living shadow. The nobleman turned to look at him, a drunken, stupid smile upon his face.

"Uhhh...hullo there!" He said in a slurred voice. The Drow narrowed his eyes and whispered, "Lord Varen sends his regards.". Suddenly, there was the sound of steel being unsheathed, and then... terror.

The man fell to his knees choking and gasping for air, blood spilling from a grisly gash in his slender neck. The Drow then kicked him aside and darted towards the stage as the crowd exploded into grim hysteria.

"YE GODS! MURDER!"
"HE'S DEAD! THE PRINCE HAS BEEN SLAIN!
"HELP! SOMEONE DO SOMETHING! CALL THE GUARDS!"

Claudia froze, nearly dropping her lute from her hands. She reached for her rapier, but the Drow swept behind her too soon, grabbing her and drawing another dagger to her neck. He then snarled backing toward the window, "Any of you move and she dies!"

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Amon Saredoth



Age: 43

Race: Full blooded Drow

Amon the Black Blade, The Kingslayer, there is nothing else to be said about this sword for hire, other than he is one of the deadliest. Blade and shadow are his arts, and his canvas he paints in blood. For the right amount of coin, he will spill blood for those who are not willing to get their hands dirty, and have a blast doing so. However, he is not one to slaughter his quarry and make a mess. He is clean, quick, but indeed merciless.

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Later that night...

Nary an empty seat could be found at the tavern as night fell. The dock workers and merchants, done with their daily toil, had arrived for a hearty meal and an even heartier drink, as did many of the tavern's patrons. Tonight, however would be a special treat for them. For the first time in ages it seemed, a bard had graced their presence, and a beautiful one at that.

While tankards clinked, men laughed and chattered, and tavern wenches bustled here and there carrying trays of drinks and food, Claudia took to the small stage, a tad nervous yet striding with confidence. She took up her lute, going through the usual motion of tuning it. Then, she smiled, greeting the audience that had gathered. Amidst the crowd, her eyes skimmed until she noticed a familiar face among them. "So he's here after all.". Claudia mused, giving Elkko a Sly wink.

"Thank you and good evening patrons of the Gilded Tankard. Tonight, I Claudia shall play for you. I hope you are all doing well. So without further ado, I give you a ballad, a sweet song of love and affection. Enjoy."

And with that, she played. Her sweet, serene melody filled the air of the tavern, causing all noises to cease. The tavern as a whole fell captivated by her lulling voice and the tender notes she plucked upon her lute.

But alas... While many were there to hear this beautiful maiden's voice, in the back of the tavern there sat indifferent to Claudia's music a shadowed figure garbed in a black hooded cloak. His shifty eyes scanned the tavern left and right as quietly he sipped his head, intently gazing at the Drow sitting nearby him.

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@deso Okay cool! I'll get to work on them then.

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@deso So would you be cool with me bringing in another character? Just to add more to our cast ^_^

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"Claudia." She returned with a soft smile. "It was a pleasure to meet you, Elkko. Oh and..." A rather cheeky grin formed across her lips. "Do be careful rummaging through people's pockets next time. You wouldn't want to get on the bad side of the town guards now. Fare thee well." She turned once more to leave, humming to herself as she strolled down the cobblestone road gracefully, her green shawl fluttering in the soft sea breeze.

Elkko, what a fascinating name to a fascinating Drow she thought. A scraggly pickpocket, yet a refined young man. As she tarried on down the street, she thought of him, who he was, where he had come from. She was hoping possibly tonight she would see him again.

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For a street urchin, he had a rather charming persona Claudia thought, and quite the handsome face. She was indeed wrong to think he was a dastardly brigand. She had to wonder though how he had aquired so much wealth. Nevertheless, Claudia smiled and bid him farewell, but as she turned to go the other way, she stopped, turning around briefly. "Pray tell, Drow, what is your name?" She asked of him.

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So ... Is this still accepting?

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@VeryV Awesome! Thank you!

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A warmth overcame Claudia when the hooded man spoke to her, her cheeks glowing a bright shade of pink. Perhaps she was too harsh to judge so quick she pondered, letting her hand fall from her rapier. "A woman can't be too careful now, can she?". Claudia replied with a sincere look to him. Quite amazed was she as well to discover the man was a Drow. "Forgive my rudeness earlier, my dear. It's just a force of habit when you frequent these large cities. You never know who or what is lurking behind the corner. Ah, but thank you for lovely compliment. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Maybe you would like to hear me perform again, tonight at the Gilded Tankard?"