>>851357
>>Lord d'Orleans. His domain is smaller than Lord Marac's, around twice the size of yours. He might relate to the needs of a smaller realm better.

>>851357
>Lord de l'Etoile. He is the king's steward. If he got time for you, he might be the best teacher you could possibly get.

Welcome back OP.

>>851357
>>Lord d'Orleans. His domain is smaller than Lord Marac's, around twice the size of yours. He might relate to the needs of a smaller realm better.

>>851379
>>851385
Writing. Sorry for the delay.

You decide that Lord d'Orleans would be a suitable teacher. Lord Marac's lands are way bigger than yours, even when they still had eight holds. This might throw off his frame a bit.
Also, you know the old lord already, as he assisted you in court today.
>Lord d'Orleans? Are you currently occupied with something?
you ask as you stand before his quarters.
>Not really, Lord de Labendai. How can this old man assist you?
he answers.
>Would you mind teaching me about things like court and ruling? You know, keeping your realm organized and maintaining good relationships with other lords?
He nods.
>I sure could, but there are better teachers for this. Especially in this company. Why didn't you ask Lord Marac, for example?
You tell him that he might be better at relating to the smaller area of focus, as Lord Marac's lands are huge.
>This sounds like a good decision, actually. I will do my best to help you with this, my boy.

Roll 1d20+2 for your success at learning.

Rolled 18 + 2 (1d20 + 2)

>>851496

>>851496

Rolled 20 + 2 (1d20 + 2)

>>851502
Oopse

Rolled 7 (1d20)

>>851496

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>>851506

>>851501
>>851506
>>851511
Dayum, guys. Two rolls that equal to 20 or above. That's two free rerolls for later. Also, writing.

You have always been an incredibly fast learner. Still, if you look at it from the right angle, you can accelerate the process even further. Taking up the right scale and the right teacher, you learn a lot about court customs and appropriate behaviour, organization of a realm and related things.
>You're impressive, boy. I fear this old man can't teach you anything new now.
You thank him and the two of you share a good mug of dark ale.
>[You can now organize realms with up to 16 holds. Due to the bethrothal agreement having you away from home half of the year, you can reasonably organize 8. If you want to organize the whole 16, you should hire a steward. Once you go over 16, you might need a teaching again. This time for big realms.]
The night comes and goes. In the morning, you along with the Lord Sang-Valois and de Pierre wave the royal company goodbye as they are leaving.
>Well, this was... intense.
Lord Sang-Valois says before retiring to his office to catch up with some work that got a bit left behind during the stay of the king.
>Now, you made quite an impression on the king. Not many can do so.
Lord de Pierre praises you. You nod.
>I just did what I normally would do. He just happened to like it.
Lord de Pierre laughs heartily.
>That sounds just like you, Jean. Still, I have some very good news.
You look at him with anticipation.
>The king ordered me to marry Maria Belamy, who happens to be unwed so far, so that my reign in the Belamy lands is legitimized. Not only for the time of the pilgrimage, but in case Marius should not repent acceptably.
You give him a warm smile.
>That's great, Armand. Congratulations.
He smiles back.
>And this is all because of you, Jean. Hadn't it been for you, I would have returned home empty-handed. How can I ever repay you?

What a good question. But you have a good answer, too. Right?
>Well, I need land. Could we agree on something? (hard)
>My lands are mostly devoid of people. Can we possibly arrange something? (medium)
>For the people to come to my lands, they will need something to live off. Can we arrange some trade? (easy)
>Other (write in)

>>851572
>For the people to come to my lands, they will need something to live off. Can we arrange some trade?

I believe that with our (growing) stewardship skills and by setting a nice foundation, people are more likely to resettle to our lands. Considering the tax reduction we just had, we might even be able to subsequent reduce our own demesne's taxes. That ought to be enough incentive (for starters).

>>851572
>For the people to come to my lands, they will need something to live off. Can we arrange some trade? (easy)

>>851587
Rereading that I guess it isn't 100% clear; I mean than since we have to provide less taxes to the crown, we can reduce our own local production and trade taxes and still be able to pay plus put something to our coffers (if that's how the system in this setting works).

>>851626
This is how it works mostly. So your plan would work. Pretty well, even.
Also,
>>851587
>>851607
Roll me 1d20+3 for the trade quality. Best of three.

>>851572
>My lands are mostly devoid of people. Can we possibly arrange something? (medium)

Rolled 14 + 3 (1d20 + 3)

>>851636

Rolled 11 + 3 (1d20 + 3)

>>851636

Rolled 15 + 3 (1d20 + 3)

>>851636
Damn glad to see this again.

>>851572
>How about you throw me on your bed and let me be your wife tonight?

>>851711
gaynon pls

>>851711
Full support.

>Many people have left my lands. I hope that my oncoming marriage will provide political stability. Now they will need something to live off. Can we arrange some trade agreements?
you ask. He nods.
>Sure. My lands are mostly mountainous, so not much food grows there. We would buy your grains and livestock, as well as your forests' lumber and charcoal for our smiths. In return, we can provide you with iron, weapons, armors, tools and for the next years, gold and jewellery as the Belamy lands are rich in gold and such.
This sounds like a good deal for everyone and you agree on it. After some time, you are done formalizing it with acceptable conditions.
>Wonderful, Jean. Also, should one time war or other hostilities occur, we should stand up for each other. In times of war, we will send soldiers and weapons to you aid.
You nod.
>We will do the same. It might not be much at the moment, but friends should stand up for each other.
Then, both of you get back to your duties. Lord de Pierre arranges things for his trip back and you... Well, what do you do?
>There's not much left to do here. We should prepare for our return, too.
>Talk to (who?) about (what topic?)
>Train a skill (what?)
>There might be something to do here that we haven't considered yet. We should ask (who?) if they know something.
>Other (write in)

>>851756
>>There's not much left to do here. We should prepare for our return, too.

>>851756
>There's not much left to do here. We should prepare for our return, too.

>>851756
>>There's not much left to do here. We should prepare for our return, too.
Finally

>>851711
>>851736
>>851744
Guys, please... if this is so important to you, you could write a pastebin about this and link it here. This way everyone can decide to read it or not. Also, someone else should write these parts, because I suck at writing lewdness
>>851765
>>851767
Writing.

>>851765
>>851767
>>851777
Really? We're not gonna go talk with Annabelle about when she will come visit? Or Ariadne about her plans? Or Sir Sang-Valois about failing to get Ariadne married off?

There's not much to do. The king has left, Marius Belamy is on his pilgrimage and so is Sir Marcus. You gained valuable alliances and a wonderful girl as your bethrothed. The road back is waiting for you. You get your men to pack up the few things you brought with you. Annabelle is getting ready too, as she is accompanying you for the first time. The first three months together will be at castle Saint Michel. You say your goodbyes to Lord de Pierre and Lord Sang-Valois, who both are saddened to see you leave, but curious of what will become of your province.
Your company meets up at the castle gate, ready to leave.
>Mylord, which way shall we take?
Duncan asks you. This is a good question actually.
How about
>The main road. It's the quickest way home and now it's safe, since you routed the bandits on your way here.
>The side roads. It might take longer, but you will learn more about your province this way.
>Other (write in)

>>851790
We should do all of those you are right

>>851798
>other remember we actually have shit to do like all of
>>851790

>>851765
>>851767
>>851777
Well, can't beat the majority.

>>851780
Can I get a question answered? What are we good/weak at? I've seen the "Train a skill" option while I read through previous posts, but I only know that we're decently good at sword & shield. I'm not asking for a character sheet, but it'd be useful if we know our lord-related strengths and weaknesses.

>>851798
>The main road. It's the quickest way home and now it's safe, since you routed the bandits on your way here.
Before leaving talk with Ariadne and David like this anon said >>851790

>>851798
>Other
>Lemme check with Ariadne to make sure she's not gonna do something to get us in trouble after we leave.
>After that, let's take the side roads home. I'm sure Annabelle and I would both do well to know more about the de Lebendai province.

>>851805
Also this. Can we get a character sheet?

>>851798
>The main road. It's the quickest way home and now it's safe, since you routed the bandits on your way here.

We need to project power. I guess that Annabelle has some sort of personal escort (civilian and/or military) even if it's not explicitly mentioned. There's a good chance we meet good people this time around, being more confident after we beat some bandits. It'll do good to hear them out and reassure them for the future.

>>851805
Well, you are good at wielding light one-handed weapons, dual wielding (both two weapons and weapon and shield) and possess basic knowledge of usual weaponry. You are below average at heavy and two-handed weapons.
You are well-trained in light-medium armor (Cloth, Leather, Chainmail), but bad at and heavier kinds. You're decently proficient at riding.
You are great at reading people (seeing through lies, reading motives), giving speeches (especially motivational ones) and have a slightly above average singing voice.
Also, you are a very quick learner.

So your votes stand at doing >>851790
and afterwards taking the main road?

>>851822
Hope I'm not talking much of your writting time. Thanks for the rundown. We got some of the physical down, could you perhaps rank us at Knowledge (History), Knowledge (Geography), Knowledge (Noblity and Heraldy), Math?

>>851864
I think we should take the side road, but that does seem to be the majority vote.

>>851798
>>The main road. It's the quickest way home and now it's safe, since you routed the bandits on your way here.

>>851798
>>The main road. It's the quickest way

about time

>>851879
Your knowledge of history is basic, you know about the old Gauls, Romans, Vikings and such, but not much in detail.
Your geographic knowledge is average for a lord, above average for a peasant. You know what's where in france and the direction you would have to go to get to Italy, Spain and what is to become Germany.
Your knowledge of nobility and heraldry is slightly above average, as you can differentiate between the bigger houses of France by their crests and know most simple court customs.
Your knowledge of maths is good, you know your roman and arabic numbers, can use the four basic calculation operations, a bit of probability calculation and percentage calculation. Also, you are good in economic maths.

Before leaving, you decide to talk to Ariadne one last time, but aren't able to find her anywhere. Her fellow soldiers don't know as well, or they are quite tight-lipped today. Something is... odd about this. But she's a big girl. She'll manage to stay out of trouble.
>Thank you for your hospitality, David. And sorry for having brought so much trouble.
you tell Lord Sang-Valois. He shakes his head.
>Speak nothing of it. It is the right thing to do. And all this trouble went over quick, right?
You shake hands like old friends and you get back on your horse.
>One last thing, David... what about Ariadne? We were here to find a suitor for her, after all.
Lord Sang-Valois shrugs.
>Well, the Lord above has a plan for all of us. I'm sure he will make this work. Still, I would be grateful if he did so soon.
You say a last farewell and leave through the gate. Annabelle is riding on your right, Duncan on your left side. For a little moment, life seems easy.
For a moment. Only two hours of a ride later, Guy stops your company.
>There is someone ahead, blocking the road.
Your eyes open wide with shock. Bandits? But you thought you routed them?
>It's some masked knight, wearing no crest. On horseback, wielding a lance.
After he has finished speaking, the knight he spoke of turns around the bend.
>You! Jean de Labendai! I challenge you to a duel!
he speaks with a metallic voice.
This is bad news. You don't know what this guy is up to. Still, he issued a challenge.
>We should accept it. It is dishonorable to turn down a duel (you've been challenged, so you can set the terms)
>We are in the majority. Tell him to move or we will mow him down.
>Let's stay civil. We can talk about this for sure.
>He challenged us to a duel. Still, maybe we can talk him into allowing a different opponent. (who?)
>Other (write in)

>>852018
>>We should accept it. It is dishonorable to turn down a duel (you've been challenged, so you can set the terms)

>>852018
>We should accept it. It is dishonorable to turn down a duel (you've been challenged, so you can set the terms)
We can fight him on foot right? We haven't practiced horse mounted combat too much is that Ariadne?

>>852018
>We should accept it. It is dishonorable to turn down a duel.
>We should also ask just what the hell this is for, and who he is?

>>852026
If it was Ariadne, he wouldn't sound like a man.

>>852018
>>We should accept it. It is dishonorable to turn down a duel (you've been challenged, so you can set the terms)

>>852031
You're right, I also support your write in. We should know who we are dueling with

>>852018
>We should accept it. It is dishonorable to turn down a duel (you've been challenged, so you can set the terms)

>>852018
>We should accept it. It is dishonorable to turn down a duel (you've been challenged, so you can set the terms)
1. We ask a name. Afaik, one must be an anointed knight to challenge another in a legitimate duel (although, being a lord, we could just as easily decline unless he's landed as well). We can decide what we do if he refuses depending on the manner he refuses.
2. Please let's observe him for a second before we decide the manner of our competition. What other weapon(s) is he carrying? What armor is he wearing. What kind of horse is he riding?

>>852018
>We should accept after being civil and talking about it

>>852064
He is carrying his lance and a shortsword of (as much as you can see) solid quality. But there is a roll of cloth on his horse that might as well hold some more weapons. He is wearing heavy full-plate armor. Also, this guy must be somewhat wealthy or influential, as he is riding a horse of the expensive breed that is bred on the Sang-Valois lands.
Is this enough information to set your terms?

>>852112
Fight on foot. We need to be cautious and use his armor to tier him out

>>852112
I'm not about to risk injuring one of our horses to entertain this man's grudge. We will humiliate him on foot.

I'm just throwing out ideas here...

Are we fighting him regardless of the answer about his identity, guys? Is a horse race a valid competition for this kind of situations (we clearly have the advantage here, with him wearing full plate, unless our own steed is really third rate)? Or do we absolutely have to fight? In that case, our only chance is to stick to what we can do best and hope for a stroke of luck (chances are, he's better than us at everything combat related)

>It seems impolite to challenge someone to a duel without even mentioning your name and intentions.
you tell the knight. After some time, the metallic voice is heard again.
>Oh, right. My name is Sans d'Importance. I am a military officer of subcommander rank. And I happened to come across some... rumours.
You nod.
>And what kind of rumours would that be?
He shrugs.
>Rumours aren't very reliable, but you seem to need a few people inside your ranks. As I happen to have quit my last position, I would like to... show you that I could be indeed quite useful as a... say, Master-of-Arms.
This guy knows you need a new Master-of-Arms. And he wants to show that he is fit for the position. In a duel. What do you want to do?

>Accept. If he manages to beat you, he might be of worth. (Fight on horseback? Fight on foot? Fight with specific weapons?)
>Decline. You won't fight someone just to show off. Might be considered dishonorable, but you don't know what this guy can do.
>Talk about this some more. (Write in your questions.)
>Other (write in)

>>852160
>>Accept. If he manages to beat you, he might be of worth.

>>852160
>Accept. If he manages to beat you, he might be of worth. (Fight on horseback? Fight on foot? Fight with specific weapons?)
On foot with short swords

>>852160
>>Accept. If he manages to beat you, he might be of worth. (Fight on horseback? Fight on foot? Fight with specific weapons?)
do all of them start on horse the ngo to foot

>>852160
>Accept. If he manages to beat you, he might be of worth.
>"We will fight on foot. I would like to see what you can do on horseback, but we still have far to travel, and I'm not keen on the idea of one of my horses getting injured because of an interview."

>>852160
OK that fucking name it's Ariadne. Just say yes and let her win.

>>852160
>Accept. If he manages to beat you, he might be of worth. (Fight on horseback? Fight on foot? Fight with specific weapons?)
Fight on foot

Sans d'Importance=Not important=Ariadne

>>852160
>>Accept. If he manages to beat you, he might be of worth. (Fight on horseback? Fight on foot? Fight with specific weapons?)

>>852180
>>852185

railroading bullshit if it is

Rolled 2 (1d3)

Alright, writing.

>>852160
>Talk about this some more.
"Why did you quit your last position?"
"What do you intend to gain by working for a minor lording like myself instead of someone of more reknown?"

Need to gauge his personality.

>>852257
Is it railroading? I think it makes perfect sense with how the story has progressed.

You step from your horse and draw your sword.
>Alright. I accept your challenge. We shall fight on foot, with short swords. I would love to see you fight on horseback, but I won't risk my planned time of travel because of an... interview.
The knight nods and gets down from his horse.
>Wonderful. I think we should fight until one of us gives up. Wouldn't do me much good if I happened to kill my potential employer.
You raise your shield and signal your readiness to fight. The other knight does so as well. The fight begins!

What do you want to do?
>Taunt him. We might be able to get him into a reckless advance which would be easy to counter.
>Stand still and wait for him to do something.
>Charge at him. Keep it simple.
>Throw your shield. He won't expect that.
>Other (write in)

>>852297
>>Stand still and wait for him to do something.

>>852297
>Stand still and wait for him to do something.

>>852297
>Other (write in)

If 1. Our shield is polished enough to reflect sunlight, slowly circle so as to face the sun
Else 2. Slowly circle so as to have our backs to the sun

In case of 1. Don't actively try to use this trick unless he starts charging at us.

Such tricks were often used. It's more of a cunning way to fight than underhanded. It is combat after all and people want to win.

>>852314
This.

>>852297
>>Taunt him. We might be able to get him into a reckless advance which would be easy to counter.

>>852314
sure sounds smart
il vote it

You stand still and wait for the knight to do something. He starts moving. You do, too. You circle each other for a while. Once he realizes that you want to get your back to the sun, he starts charging at you, sword held high for a vertical strike.

What do you want to do?
>Block the hit with our shield. That's what it was made for, right?
>Horizontal strike. Block with your weapon.
>Dodge and try to get behind him.
>Other (write in)

>>852257
Do you even understand foreshadowing Jesus. No shit it's Ariadne we specially manipulated them to make this situation.

>>852330
>Block the hit with our shield. That's what it was made for, right?

We can gauge his strength based on how hard he hits us. Then we can see if we can attempt to block future hits or we have to dodge.

>>852330
>Horizontal strike. Block with your weapon.

>>852330
>>Block the hit with our shield. That's what it was made for, right?
but try to get under and then push up to thow him over your shouder onto the ground

>>852330
>Block the hit with our shield. That's what it was made for, right?

>>852330
>Summon our stand and flash step behind him.

We can do those things, right?
Fuck it, let's just use our shield to block.

Shield block it is. Roll me 1d20. Best of three.

Rolled 12 (1d20)

>>852396

Rolled 7 (1d20)

>>852396

Rolled 13 (1d20)

>>852396

You raise your shield and catch the blow. You're slightly shaken, but okay.
This person seems to fight with two-handed weapons usually. A shortsword is used with less power, but more finesse. This blow was just brutish without much planning.
You throw your arm to the side, making your opponent stumble aside and now standing with their back to you. How do you want to use this small advantage?
>Shield bash to the back. Full-plate vibrates very nicely.
>Sword attack to their back. We ain't messing around.
>Let them turn around. Might be a trap, right?
>Other (write in)

>>852436
>>Shield bash to the back. Full-plate vibrates very nicely.

>>852436
If within range, I'd rather we kick his knee.

Otherwise:
>Shield bash to the back. Full-plate vibrates very nicely.

Give him a nice headache and taunt him. No reason to chip our sword (are we even strong enough to damage his full plate?)

>>852436
>>Shield bash to the back. Full-plate vibrates very nicely.
or aim it at the back of the legs then kick in face

Alright. Roll me 1d20. Best of three.

So are we just gonna beat her up what's our plan here.

Rolled 18 (1d20)

>>852456

Rolled 10 (1d20)

>>852456

Rolled 7 (1d20)

Rolling

>>852436
>This person seems to fight with two-handed weapons usually.
Oh for fuck's sake, how is Ariadne not sounding like a girl right now

>Attack the side that Ariadne was hurt on in her riding accident.

Rolled 1 (1d20)

>>852456
>>852457
Well we need a master of arms if they are good let's keep them if it's Ariadne definitely keep her

Rolled 12 (1d20)

>>852461

And I'm adding one more roll in the off-chance we can get a kick to the back of his knee (he has his back on us) to drive him to the ground.

>>852465
She got a Darth Vader Hemet from target.

Rolled 8 (1d20)

>>852456

You take up your shield and rush your opponent, driving the shield into their back. They are thrown forward, stumbling and finally hit by a kick to the legs. This is the end, as the knight falls over and lands on the ground noisily.
>I can't believe I went down THIS easily. And to the same trick again. Damn wimp, always great at humiliating me.
You are above your opponent, forcefully removing his helmet. Below it, waves of fiery red hair come towards you.
>Ariadne? What the hell?
you ask.
She turns her head as far as possible.
>Hey wimp. Looks like you got me again, huh?
You look at her confused, then you look at Duncan who is smiling a bit more brightly than he should.
>Duncan. You know something. And I want to know it all.
you say quickly. It was only a faint glimpse, but still this man can't fool you. You've known him for years, after all.
>Well, Mylord... At first I would like to apologize. You remember this night a few days ago? When Lady Ariadne came to our quarters, asking me to allow her to become your new Master-of-Arms? Well, I...
Ariadne has gotten herself on her knees finally. She's laughing pretty badly now.
>He said he couldn't allow it as it would be rude towards our host. But if I were to run away and do it out of my own accord, things would be different.
So this was kind of a... conspiracy between the two? You can't really believe it.
>If I were to meet you under... slightly altered circumstances and got you to agree on taking me in, it wouldn't be your fault. But with your victory... I fear this dream is over.
So all of this was a conspiracy, but not to your disadvantage. This way, you could have taken her in, since your honour would have bound you.
A tear is rolling down Ariadne's cheek. You've never seen her cry, so this is kind of shocking.

What do you want to do?
>Console her. This was a hard blow to her dreams.
>Nobody aside from Duncan and your six soldiers saw you. If they can keep quiet, we might tell it was Ariadne's victory.
>Offer a rematch and let her pick the terms.
>Ask Annabelle on what she thinks. Ari's her sister, right?
>Other (write in)

>>852629
>Console her. This was a hard blow to her dreams.
>Other (write in)
She could join as a lower rank and work her way up to prove herself

>>852629
>>Console her. This was a hard blow to her dreams.

>>852629
>Console her. This was a hard blow to her dreams.
>Ask Annabelle on what she thinks. Ari's her sister, right?

>>852629
>Ask Annabelle on what she thinks. Ari's her sister, right?

>>852629
>Console her. This was a hard blow to her dreams.
>Ask Annabelle on what she thinks. Ari's her sister, right?
>Suggest perhaps starting her at a lower rank and giving her the opportunity to become the Master at Arms for the de Lebendai province.

>>852629
>>Offer a rematch and let her pick the terms.
>>Ask Annabelle on what she thinks. Ari's her sister, right?

Wow guys, seriously? Console her? Might as well be insulting her given how stubborn and proud of her skills she is.

>>852629
>Offer a rematch and let her pick the terms.

It's a job interview. Won't be fair unless she shows us her best.

>>852629
>>Offer a rematch and let her pick the terms.

>>852629
Offer a rematch and let her set the terms.
If she fails let her start at a lower rank and let her raise through the ranks.

You put a hand on Ariadne's shoulder and wait until she has calmed down a bit.
>Don't worry. We will find a way.
She shakes her head.
>Not a chance. The duel is over, my cover is blown. If you hired me now, my father would be pretty damn upset. Not even at me, but at you. If you hired someone unknown because you were bound by honor, he couldn't be mad at you. But if you hire his daughter and main heir, even after knowing who she is, you will be considered an oathbreaker. At best. So it is back home for me, wearing frilly dresses and never touching a weapon again.
Well, those are bad news. Now, how do you solve this?
>Jean?
Annabelle asks. You nod and sign her to speak.
>You considered an unknown knight a honorable duel. And you are bound by honor to oblige the set terms. And your opponent was not at their best. Is this really honorable?
She's right. This little lack of clarity might be your chance.
>Ariadne. It is time for a truly honorable duel this time. You shall pick your weapons and your preferred method of combat.
She seems to lighten up a lot.
>This works? Damn yeah! Thanks, Annie. You're the best.
Ariadne gets her lance and broadsword, puts on her helmet and asks a final question.
>Your choice, wimp. Horseback or on foot?

Good question. How do you want to fight this one?
>Start on horseback. She's more experienced there, giving her the necessary edge.
>Start on foot. We can't risk to hurt our horse.
>Let her start on horseback, while we start on foot. We feel better on foot anyway, so it isn't even dishonorable.
>Other (write in)

>>852808
>Let her start on horseback, while we start on foot. We feel better on foot anyway, so it isn't even dishonorable.
Like I said: I don't want to hurt any of our horses.

>>852808
>>Start on horseback. She's more experienced there, giving her the necessary edge.

>>852808
>Start on horseback. She's more experienced there, giving her the necessary edge.

>>852808
>>Start on horseback. She's more experienced there, giving her the necessary edge.

Might as well do it the traditional way.

>>852808
>Let her start on horseback, while we start on foot. We feel better on foot anyway, so it isn't even dishonorable.
I agree about not hurting our horses we're still small, we need all of our resources for expanding and improving our lands

>>852808
>>Other
Blot it out your ass

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>>852885
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Rolled 8 (1d20)

>We'll start on horseback. But still, please make sure not to hurt my horse. I've only got one.
Ariadne nods.
>Sure thing, wimp.
Duncan hands you a lance and the two of you take position. On a command, both of you charge towards each other.

How do you want to attack?
>Aim at her head. Hard to hit, but does massive damage upon impact.
>Aim at her shield. Easy to hit, will at least destabilize her, if not more.
>Aim at her body. Medium hard to hit, will most likely throw her off her horse.
>Other (write in)

>>853062
>Aim at her body. Medium hard to hit, will most likely throw her off her horse.
No sense bashing up her face; she's already got enough trouble finding a suitor.

>>853062
>>Aim at her body. Medium hard to hit, will most likely throw her off her horse.

If we go for the shield, our lance will get deflected (she is more experienced) or, worse, break. Let's go for the all in, without ACTUALY trying to kill her (pls noone suggest to aim at her head).

>>853111
>>853114
Roll me 1d20+-2. Best of three.

Rolled 9 + 2 (1d20 + 2)

>>853185
No whammies?
No whammies.

>>853187
Damnit. That was supposed to be a minus.

That should be a seven.

Rolled 20 - 2 (1d20 - 2)

>>853185

>>853206
Fuck I want Ariadne to join us not beat her

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>>853206
Oh for fuck's sake.

>>853221
>>853217
>>853206
This makes us so good, we get it to actually look like she won

>>853206
I hope she got brain damage

Rolled 5 (1d20)

>>853062

You decide to take on her body. If she loses balance, you might even the field. Sure, it would be nice if she won, as Ariadne would be an excellent Master-at-Arms. But still... why should you make it easy for her? She wouldn't want you to do so.
The lances clash and Ariadne gets hit in the chest. Losing her weapon and her balance as well, she hits the ground hard. Still, her lance hit you in the face pretty bad. You're lucky you didn't... fall...
With a loud thump, you hit the ground as well. Ariadne hasn't managed to climb to her feet when you finally get over your head spinning.
What do you want to do?
>We seem to have hurt her pretty badly. Maybe we should call this off.
>Let her get up. Seems fair, right?
>Close in, weapon at the ready. Just letting her win won't cut it.
>Other (write in)

Well guys, that's the last post for today. I'll be back in around... 14 hours. Thank you for playing and bearing with my slow speed today.

>>853356
>>Let her get up. Seems fair, right?

>>853544
>Let her get up. Seems fair, right?

>>853548
Thanks for running!

>>853544
>>Other
bash her head in

>>853356
>Let her get up. Seems fair, right?

>>853544
>>We seem to have hurt her pretty badly. Maybe we should call this off.

>>853544
>>Let her get up. Seems fair, right?
Fuck, how are we winning?
shes better at this shit.

>>853980
We are a God in all aspects for we are the God of luck.

>>853544
Took my a while to read the old threads just got here yesterday.
>other We can't let her win. The ass kissing the political marriage.
we need Adriadne MUCH STRONGER in the Future general of our bethrovaled SANG-VOLOIS lands. Don't forget who is married to the god damm crown prince (Isabella) and we got her litte sister. (inroads)
>get up win and this time give her a pretty scar so she won't be getting married.
big picture we gotta turn around get her off the inheritance but not off of responsibility. If we can eventualy reach a negotionion of ANNA taking the inheritance this is WIN-WIN-Win

>>853544
>>Let her get up. Seems fair, right?

Chivalry rules demanded this course of action, and we're following the book here.

>>855530
This.

Ariadne is best girl. Annabelle a shit.

>>855082
If Ariadne joins the de Lebendai house as he Master of Arms and winds up not marrying any other lords, her inheritance falls to Anna. We can have both girls in this situation: all we have to do is let Ariadne win.

>>855553
YOU ARE INCORRECT, GOOD SIR.

Armand is objectively best girl.

Hey guys, I'm back. Sorry for the delay, I had to fight quite impressive amounts of traffic. I'll get started right now. Sorry again.

Honor demands to let her get up. So you wait around thirty seconds until she gets back to her feet.
>Well... done, wimp. You are slightly less bad than I expected you to be.
She's already back to throwing insults, so it can't be this bad, right? She still seems pretty shaken, though.
After some time, she managed to get to her horse and draw her mace from the roll.
>Not gonna use this damn sword again. That's no weapon for a strong woman like me. Still, it's pretty impressive what a wimp can do with it.
She has taken a fighting stance again. What do you want to do?
>Charge. Keep it simple.
>Taunt and counter. She is prone to falling for this.
>Wait for her to do something.
>Other (write in)

>>855605
>Charge. Keep it simple.
She knows how to respond to simple things, so why don't we play to her strengths?

>>855605
>Charge. Keep it simple.

>>855605
>>Taunt and counter. She is prone to falling for this.

>>855605
>Wait for her to do something.

>>855644
Just rub it in her face why don't you kek. Let's just wait for the next critical as we kill her confidence forever.

>>855605
>Charge. Keep it simple.

This is how to lose without giving it away. She has her favored weapon and we go in like a stupid soldier who hasn't faced her before would. If she can't beat us with this...

Alright, guys. Roll me 1d20. Best of three.
Or do you want to hold back a bit? Or a bit more? Tell me with your roll.

Rolled 16 (1d20)

>>855677

Rolled 16 + 2 (1d20 + 2)

>>855677
I'm holding back. Hopefully this does the trick...

Rolled 9 (1d20)

>>855677
Yes hold back

>>855696
What the fuck? That was supposed to be minus two.

You charge into the fight head on. Ariadne raises her mace slowly, but can't strike at you fast enough. Your sword hits her right shoulder, making her drop to her knees. Her weapon lands on the ground with a loud clanking noise.
>You're holding... back, wimp. Stop... it. If you... meant it, my... arm would be hurt truly.
She seems quite out of breath. What do you want to do?
>Let's force her into submission before she hurts herself.
>Let her get up. She has to know herself when she can't go on.
>Try to talk about it. She might hurt herself.
>Other (write in)

>>855812
>>Let's force her into submission before she hurts herself.

>>855812
>let her get up. She has to know herself when she can't go on.

I mean we've been sadistic so far why stop

>>855812
>Let her get up. She has to know herself when she can't go on.
Let's try again.

>>855812
>Let her get up. She has to know herself when she can't go on.
It's the only way she'll learn If we can't figure out how to just make shitty rolls for once.

Were just going to beat her down over and over again. Our troops are like the fuck is wrong with this dude. Duncan is just cringing. This is sad in so many ways.

>>855832
We need to figure out a different plan. We seem to be incapable of losing a fight here.

>>855836
We have been cursed to never lose

>I'll let you get up just like honor commands. But still, I am really concerned about your health. And I guess it's not only me. Please, just stop it.
you tell her. Ariadne shakes her head heavily.
>Not... a chance, wimp. Ain't... gonna give up this... chance.
She gets up and grabs her mace again.
>Don't hold back, wimp. I... can take you... anyday.
She seems incredibly exhausted and maybe even hurt somehow. What do you want to do?
>She wants to fight? She'll get a fight. I won't let her get hurt, even if I have to take her out myself.
>Persuade her to give up. This madness can't continue.
>Throw down your weapon. If she gets what she wants, she might stop this.
>Force her into submission. Otherwise she might hurt herself even more.
>Other (write in)

>>855881
>Throw down your weapon. If she gets what she wants, she might stop this.
If it's in-character, this is how everyone wins.

>>855881
>>Force her into submission. Otherwise she might hurt herself even more.

>>855881
>Throw down your weapon. If she gets what she wants, she might stop this.

>>855881
How about a PoV switch to Ariadne?

>>855945
So that she can have a a fucking chance. Nah that's too nice.

>>855945
I second this motion. Rolling as Ariadne for a moment would probably make this work.

>>855945
You wouldn't like what would be happening. You rolled all these high numbers, now the low ones are coming. Or would be coming, if you switched.

>>855881
>>She wants to fight? She'll get a fight. I won't let her get hurt, even if I have to take her out myself.

Goddamn, i just want her to live with us.

You can't let this madness continue. What if she gets hurt in a life-threatening way? Her father wouldn't like that at all.
>Ariadne Sang-Valois, please end this fight. I surrender.
you call out, dropping your weapon to the ground and raising your arms above your head.
>Don't... fuck me over... like this, wimp. Pick... them up. I will win... in a fair way.
She gets up on her shaky feet and stumbles towards you. Her mace is raised high above her head, held by a shaky hand.
>Last... chance. Pick them up. Or... I'll hurt you.

What do you want to do?
>Pick them up. We can't risk getting hurt, too.
>Stand up to this. She won't hit you. And even if she did, maybe hurting you lets her regain her senses.
>Jump her and wrestle away this weapon. We need to end this. Quickly.
>Other (write in)

>>855881
>She wants to fight? She'll get a fight. I won't let her get hurt, even if I have to take her out myself.

She better be trolling us or something. Worst case scenario, she loses and go back home. I never was into this whole two-timing sisters thing.

>>856047
>Stand up to this. She won't hit you. And even if she did, maybe hurting you lets her regain her senses.
We're human. As long as we're not dead, we heal. If we keep fighting, she won't have that luxury.

>>856047
>>Pick them up. We can't risk getting hurt, too.

For crying out loud, let's beat her and send her home. She'll be fine. It could be that *shock* both her and us were overestimating her.

ENOUGH PLAYING AROUND, time to act like adults here.

>>856047
>Stand up to this. She won't hit you. And even if she did, maybe hurting you lets her regain her senses.

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>>856056
>time to act like adults here
>by being unnecessarily violent

>>856054
This.
>inb4 nat 20 on how well we endure the hit

>>856047
>Stand up to this. She won't hit you. And even if she did, maybe hurting you lets her regain her senses.
That's not the behaviour I'd want from my master of arms.

>>856047
>>Pick them up. We can't risk getting hurt, too.
Does she get rolls to?

>>856063
As it stands, it looks like she can't beat us. You people are just holding onto some threesome fantasy. In all honesty (1) I wouldn't want a token Master-at-Arms that's only there so I can flirt with and doesn;t do their job and (2) She has to realise her own, apparent, weaknesses and go and train more.

>>856124
To be fair, we're fucking untouchable.
Maybe getting her ass kicked will teach her to keep trying until she's the best.

Alright, standing up it is. Roll me 1d20+2 for what is next to come. Best of three.

Rolled 14 + 2 (1d20 + 2)

>>856124
I'm rooting the hardest for this, and I'm not holding onto any threesome fantasy.

I'm holding onto a fantasy of getting nto bed with Armand e Pierre.

>>856131
Rolling!

Rolled 1 + 2 (1d20 + 2)

>>856131

Rolled 13 + 2 (1d20 + 2)

>>856131

>>856138
If crit fails were prioritized, our face would look like ground beef.

>Ari. Don't.
you say. Mostly because there is not much more time until a mace hits you in the face.
It hurts a bit, sure. But your helmet takes off most of the edge, which this tired blow was already scarce with.
Ariadne lets the mace fall from her hand and drops to her knees.
>Still... not... giving...
She can't continue, as she slumps over completely just a moment later and apparently has lost her conciousness.
>This is bad! This is very bad! Damn stubborn girl.
Duncan calls out as he jumps from his horse.
>Frederic! Come here and take a look at her. You're our best when it comes to injury!
Frederic hurries to get from his horse and checks a few things on Ariadne. As good as he can, he removes her armor, making the unconcious Ariadne groan in pain. On her stomach, there is a large bruise. This must be where your lance has hit her.
>Mylord, what should we do about it? She is hurt badly, I think. Nobody gets this tired without injury.

What do you want to do?
>Let's treat her right here. It might not be the best environment for this and we don't have much in medical supplies, but we can't lose time.
>Let's take her to Murat-sur-les-Pleins. It's only an hour of time away. It's a medium big city and should have someone with medical equipment and experience.
>Let's take her back to castle Sang-Valois. It's around two hours of travel, but she will get the best medical attention there. Also, her father will be close.
>Other (write in)

>>856241
>Let's take her to Murat-sur-les-Pleins. It's only an hour of time away. It's a medium big city and should have someone with medical equipment and experience.
We probably don't have time to get her back to her father. Let's have Duncan ride back to the Sang-Valois manor to retrieve David and bring him to us.

>>856241
>Let's take her to Murat-sur-les-Pleins. It's only an hour of time away. It's a medium big city and should have someone with medical equipment and experience.

>>856241
>>Let's take her back to castle Sang-Valois. It's around two hours of travel, but she will get the best medical attention there. Also, her father will be close.

>>856241
>>Let's take her back to castle Sang-Valois. It's around two hours of travel, but she will get the best medical attention there. Also, her father will be close.

At this point she is more of a burden to our story. She needs to face reality and it'll be better if she does it in a familiar environment. Bruises aren't life threatening.

(Can we roll for estimation of the damage she suffered? We used to be a squire, we must've experienced similar situations)

>>856271
If she's getting tired this fast, she doesn't have just bruising. She has internal bleeding. She needs immediate medical attention, and the only reason I'm not recommending that we treat her here is because she'll die an infinitely worse death if she winds up getting an infection from windswept dirt.

>>856241
>>Let's take her to Murat-sur-les-Pleins. It's only an hour of time away. It's a medium big city and should have someone with medical equipment and experience.

>>856281
Quite true, it's the reason why I asked for a Heal check.

>Duncan, I doubt we have much time. We need to get her to Murat. If we treat her here, the wound will get infected. But we don't have time to go to castle Sang-Valois. Therefore, I want you and Guy to ride back there and get Lord Sang-Valois to Murat.
He nods and gets on his horse.
>Will do, Mylord. Best of luck to you.
It takes your soldiers a few minutes to create something that can safely carry Ariadne. But they still manage to do so faster than you imagined.
>Another trick Master-of-Arms Guillaume taught us.
Edouard tells you.
You get on your horse and hurry towards Murat-sur-les-Pleins.

Roll me 1d20+2 for Ariadne's fortitude. Best of two, since you're in a hurry.

Rolled 17 + 2 (1d20 + 2)

>>856310

>>856310
Rolling!

Rolled 10 + 2 (1d20 + 2)

>>856310
>>856316
Why, 4chan
Why are you doing this to my rolls

You guys got damn lucky again. Writing.

You're lucky the road is mostly free of obstacles, so you can carry Ariadne without much of disturbance. Around an hour later you pass the gates of Murat-sur-les-Pleins. You stop a person passing by and ask for a physician
>I would advise going to Father Amadeé at the church. He studied in the capital. And not just theology, but medicine, history and sciences, too.
You thank him and head towards the church. Upon entering the highly decorated halls, a middle-aged man in the robes of a priest greets you.
>Welcome, son. How can I help you?
You tell him about Lord Sang-Valois' daughter and her injuries. The serene man gets very hasty in only a moment.
>Quick. Bring her into this room here. I will prepare my equipment in the meantime.
After bringing her into the room, you put her onto a metallic table which the priest has wiped with some strong spirit before.
>This is a pretty severe injury. You're lucky you got here so fast. Even a strong girl like her can't cope with this easily. I need some details about how she got these injuries.

What do you want to tell him?
>Everything in full detail. He might need the details.
>Tell him she challenged you in disguise. Also mention the riding combat. But keep the two fights thing out. It might upset the wrong people.
>Tell him she got hit with a lance. This should be the most important thing.
>Other (write in)

>>856364
>>Tell him she challenged you in disguise. Also mention the riding combat. But keep the two fights thing out. It might upset the wrong people.

>>856364
>Tell him she got hit with a lance. This should be the most important thing.
No need for details.

>>856364
>Just tell him how she got injured promise to explain later if he wanted us to.
This is emergency tell him the important medical detail and shut up

>>856364
>Tell him she got hit with a lance, fell off of her horse, and kept trying to fight.
He doesn't need to know that there were two fights. The first is not medically relevant.

>>856364
>>>Tell him she challenged you in disguise. Also mention the riding combat. But keep the two fights thing out. It might upset the wrong people.

>She got hit by a lance and fell off her horse. Then, she didn't want to stop fighting, even though she was obviously unable to continue without much problem.
He shakes his head.
>I don't even understand why Lord Sang-Valois lets this girl fight... All she ever does is get in trouble.
You shrug.
>It's not about letting her, I guess. She will do it anyway.
He nods.
>Right. Not to her best, sadly.
You ask him if you can help him any further.
>Well, most of the medical things me and my acolytes can do on our own perfectly. Still, you might stand back a bit and watch us. It's not very... appetizing but if you are interested in medicine, you might learn a thing. Also, I was getting low on some medicinal herbs. It will be sufficient, but you would save me a walk to the market. Optionally, you might just use the church and pray that this will work out correctly.

What do you want to do?
>Watch. We need all knowledge we can get. (+medical knowledge)
>Go to the market. He's helping us so we should help him, too. (+nature knowledge)
>Pray. There are lots of things up to the Lord above's favour. (+piety)
>Other (write in)

>>856416
>Watch. We need all knowledge we can get. (+medical knowledge)

>>856416
>Watch. We need all knowledge we can get. (+medical knowledge)
Afterward,
>Go to the market. He's helping us so we should help him, too. (+nature knowledge)
After all, two hands at work get more done than a million hands clasped in prayer.

>>856428
this
If qm is making this a one or another type deal then,
>Watch. We need all knowledge we can get. (+medical knowledge)

>>856428
>>856433
this

>>856433
Agreed. If we're limited to only one choice of the three, medical is top priority.

For the record, I wouldn't mind trying to recruit a theologician-medic-historian-scientist. And if not the man himself, at least someone following his path.

Do we have a head physician back home or was he among those that left us when the last Lord died? What about a man of the clergy?

>>856448
We should recruit one of everything, except anything jewish

>>856454
We're already marrying one.

>>856456
I'm leaving this game for real if they're jewish. OP, please tell me everything is okay

>>856458
I'm pretty sure you're leaving this game even if she's not.

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>>856466
Why is that?

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>>856471
Because if you're that fragile that a fictional rich, big-nosed boogeyman makes you cry, you'll eventually find a reason to run back home to your quarantine board.

>>856448
We have a physician back home. Tuttle is his name. I think that's a weird name, but the OP of the very first thread left me with it
At the moment, he is managing our province the best he can. Which is okayishly. But we needed Duncan with us.
Also, pretty much everyone in this game is catholic. In the ruling ranks, it is everybody. We might need a priest for these people.

>>856478
That's pure speculation and isn't accurate desu.

>>856458
>>856466

Given the historic setting, it's highly unlikely. They definitely weren't given landed titles, they were merchants.

>>856480
Wait, you're not the original QM of this???

>I think I will watch you doing this. Maybe one day I'll be in the situation of having to do something medical myself.
The priest nods.
>Very well, brother Aurel will stand with you and explain a thing or two. He is well-versed in the theory of medicine and was a good doctor back in the day, but has shaky hands due to his old age.
An old acolyte stands next to you.
>Greetings, Mylord. I am brother Aurel and will tell you a few things about medicine.
He starts to tell you a few basics, while father Amadeé starts the operation.

Give me a roll of 2d20. First one is for remaining focus while someone is cut open in front of you which was a pretty bloody and brutal thing in the middle ages and the second one is for your success in learning.
Best of three, as most of the time.

>>856486
I am the one who made 'A Realm in Ruins' 1-3, but before, there was 'A Fallen House', which was made by a different OP, who couldn't continue, so I picked up the setting.
I've been here since you embarked on the journey.

Rolled 2, 19 = 21 (2d20)

>>856480
If you make a Discord for this quest, I would be happy to play assistant QM for you.

>>856481
And here comes the damage control.

>>856497
Rolling!

Rolled 17, 1 = 18 (2d20)

>>856497

Rolled 14, 16 = 30 (2d20)

>>856497
>>856505
Can I get a link to A Fallen House?

>>856514
Sure. http://suptg.thisisnotatrueending.com/qstarchive.html?tags=A%20Realm%20in%20Ruins
The one called 'A Fallen House'.

>>856514
Archive for A Fallen House can be found here:
http://archived.moe/qst/thread/782784/

>>856530
I did read this one. I didn't notice you posting you would take over and did. Matters not, desu

You have seen quite some blood before, especially during executing the bandits. These little cuts mean nothing to you.
You stay perfectly composed and listen to brother Aurel's teaching, taking the most out of it. At the time when Father Amadée closes the wound, you have learned about treatments for the most common sicknesses, wounds and feel ready to perform small operations, too. At least theoretically. All of this still has to be put to the test. [Massive boost in medical knowledge]
After this, you let Ariadne rest and head to the market, where you pick up some herbs the priest has asked you to get him. You talk to the merchants a bit and learn a few valuable things about herbs. [Minor boost in nature knowledge. You can now collect some common herbs and medical plants]
When you return to the church, Father Amadeé asks you what he owes you for these herbs. You tell him that he helped you in return and therefore, you should be even. He nods.
>Then, at least stay at my church over night. You are my guests.

What do you want to answer?
>Sure. We would like to wait for Lord Sang-Valois anyway.
>Sure, it would be our pleasure. Thank you, Father Amadeé.
>No, thanks. We need to get home to my holds as soon as possible.
>Other (write in)

Well guys, this is my last post of the night. I have things to do in the morning. But I'll be back in around 16 hours. Thank you for playing tonight.

>>856556
>Sure, it would be our pleasure. Thank you, Father Amadeé.

>>856562
Thank you for putting up with us!

>>856562
Thanks for hosting, QM.

>Sure, it would be our pleasure. Thank you, Father Amadeé.

>>856556
>Sure, it would be our pleasure. Thank you, Father Amadeé.

>>856556
>No, thanks. We need to get home to my holds as soon as possible.

Hack QM

>>856556
>Sure, it would be our pleasure. Thank you, Father Amadeé.

>>856556
How does that work with us having Annabelle in our company? Do they have separate women's dormitory? Probably unlikely. Would they ask her to stay the night elsewhere?

(Ariadne doesn't count as she's wounded and will stay in the infirmary)

Anyway
>Sure, it would be our pleasure. Thank you, Father Amadeé.

We'll have to wait for her father now. I doubt Ariadne would want to leave her injured sister's side before she's sure she's safe.

>>856626
derp'ed the sisters' names. That's what you get when our future sister-in-law is taking the spotlight over our future wife.

Hey guys, I am back early. I think I will start running right now to make up for yesterday. If you are here, we can start right away. I'll start writing.

>>857928
Good to see you

>Sure, it would be our pleasure, Father. Thank you.
you tell him. The priest smiles.
>Wonderful. Your men can rest in the main dormitory where the brothers sleep. For you and your wife, I'll ready a nicer room. We have higher-ranking visitors once in a while, so we built some rooms that are less... spartanic.
You shake your head.
>Oh, she's not my wife yet. She's my bethrothed who is accompanying us on this journey so she can get accustomed to my holds, as she will be living there a few years from now. Just give the room to her, I'll stay around my men.
The priest seems a bit surprised, but nods, smilingly.
>A honest man. Not many people of your age would miss out on the chance to stay in the same room as a girl their age. But you seem to be a good man, focused on keeping her honor intact. I have to admit that I like that.
He turns towards the visitors' quarters to prepare a room.
You don't quite know what to do until Duncan and Lord Sang-Valois arrive.
How do you want to spend your time?
>Take a walk around the city. There might be interesting things to see.
>Talk to (who?) about (what?)
>Visit Ariadne. She can't move yet, but in case she's awake already, she might like some company.
>Train one of our skills. (One we already have? A new one?)
>You're in a church. You might as well pray.
>Just wait for them. It won't take long anyway, you guess.
>Other (write in)

>>857937
>>Take a walk around the city. There might be interesting things to see.

>>857937
>Take a walk around the city. There might be interesting things to see.

>>857937
>Take a walk around the city. There might be interesting things to see.

You decide to take a walk around the city. You decide to take Edouard and Frederic with you. Just in case.
>Father, is there anything in this city that is worth visiting?
you ask the priest. He nods.
>Well, you've seen our church already. It's one of the most artisanly crafted buildings here. Aside from it, you could always visit the market. It has a few nice shops offering a wide variety of goods.
You already knew this. You got a few nice presents for Lord Sang-Valois and his daughters here.
>Also, you might want to see the public school. Not many cities can afford to give every child an education. Also, we've got a bath house if you want to clean yourself thoroughly. Traveling tends to be a dirty job.

This is a nice variety. What do you want to see?
>The market. Maybe we'll get something interesting there again.
>The school. This is a great concept. Maybe you can learn about it. Who knows, maybe you can offer this to your own subjects?
>The bath house. We're a bit dusty, sweaty and took a few little hits that we might want to look at.
>Something else? (Write in)

>>857962
>>The bath house. We're a bit dusty, sweaty and took a few little hits that we might want to look at.

>>857962
>The school. This is a great concept. Maybe you can learn about it. Who knows, maybe you can offer this to your own subjects?

>>857962
>The bath house. We're a bit dusty, sweaty and took a few little hits that we might want to look at.

>>857962
>>The school. This is a great concept. Maybe you can learn about it. Who knows, maybe you can offer this to your own subjects?

You decide to go to the bath house. The fight and hurried ride here has left you sweaty and covered in dust. Also, you would like to check if the fight left you with something that might get nasty.
>Welcome to my bath house. Tub for three?
a woman asks you upon entering. You nod.
>Alright. The changing rooms are over there.
After you got changed, you are lead to a freshly prepared tub with hot water, smelling of fresh herbs.
>Soap, oils and such are over here. The other table has various drinks. Ain't nothing like a cold drink in a hot tub.
You and the two of your men get into the tub and wash off the dust of the day.
None of your injuries are beyond minor, light bruised and such. Even Ariadne's clear hits to your head haven't left any serious damage. It will stay visible for a day or two, but not much else. If only Ariadne had been this lucky...
After cleaning up thorougly and enjoying a cold beer, you decide to go to the next room, a sauna. Inside there are sitting quite a few men and talking about various stuff. This seems to be more than a bath house, a social and economic meeting point.
What do you want to do?
>See if you can find a conversation you can join. Maybe you can find some helpful trade agreements or something.
>Start a conversation with your men. Maybe someone interesting will join in. (Talk about what topic?)
>Just keep silent. We're here to relax for once.
>Other (write in)

>>858003
>See if you can find a conversation you can join. Maybe you can find some helpful trade agreements or something.

>>858003
>See if you can find a conversation you can join. Maybe you can find some helpful trade agreements or something.

>>858003
>>Just keep silent. We're here to relax for once.

>>858003
>See if you can find a conversation you can join. Maybe you can find some helpful trade agreements or something.

>>858003
>>See if you can find a conversation you can join. Maybe you can find some helpful trade agreements or something.

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>>858003
>See if you can find a conversation you can join. Maybe you can find some helpful trade agreements or something.
Be honest with us, OP. How close is the next Crusade?

>>858009
>>858012
>>858019
>>858050
Writing. Sorry for the delay.
>>858076
The first one hasn't started yet. But who knows what might happen once a non-catholic force takes over the holy land?
Correct, Marius Belamy will stop it on his own because he wants his fucking lands back and he can't do that without fulfilling his pilgrimage

You let yours ears wander around the room. Maybe there is a conversation of interest to you.
>Well, I think we should move our shops. Or build new ones somewhere else, at least. This market has reached its maximum capacity.
one goes. Another is more like
>Well, for a truly secure city one should build a good wall first. Towers are a good addition, but only an addition still.
And a third one is like
>I think that he is wrong there. You can't just define a human as a featherless biped.
Three dialogues, three wholly different topics.
Is one of them to your liking? Which one would you like to join?
>The first one. Trade is something we should be interested in first and foremost.
>The second one. Military and military architecture are something we should know about.
>The third one. Philosophy is a beautiful thing. Not very useful in everyday life, but beautiful nontheless. Maybe it would help us with our speech talents.
>None of them are particularly interest. Let's keep out of them. I would rather talk about (what?)
>Other (write in)

Sorry for the yet another delay. Something pretty big came up.

>>858166
>>The first one. Trade is something we should be interested in first and foremost.

>>858166
>The first one. Trade is something we should be interested in first and foremost.

>>858173
This.

>>858166
Philosophy man we need to be a leader this is out specialiality comon guys

>>858166
>None of them are particularly interest. Let's keep out of them. I would rather talk about (Dank Medieval and Antiquity Memes)
if not, then
>The third one. Philosophy is a beautiful thing. Not very useful in everyday life, but beautiful nontheless. Maybe it would help us with our speech talents.

>>858228
I'm for dank memes as well

Trade seems like something that might be of interest to you. Trade agreements are nice, sure. But what are they good for if there aren't any traders to excute them?
>Well, good Sirs. What would you define as a good place for a new shop?
you ask the men.
>Well, that's a good question, young man. I would say you would need enough customers at first. If that is by lots of possible customers or lack of possible concurrence, doesn't really matter.
Well you sure could serve him well in the second way.
>I think you need to focus on some main trade. Mainly dealing ore, wood, metals, grains... but you need one leg to stand on firmly. The other one is for smaller operations of mixed goods.
You've got a lot of wood, but lots of grains as well. You could fulfill these requirements, too.

What do you want to do?
>Invite them to our lands. We need traders.
>Talk to them a bit more. We can't just hire any trader just because his profession matches.
>They brought up some good points. Thank them and return to church. Lord Sang-Valois might arrive soon.
>Other (write in)

>>858276
>They brought up some good points. Thank them and return to church. Lord Sang-Valois might arrive soon.

>>858276
>They brought up some good points. Thank them and return to church. Lord Sang-Valois might arrive soon.

>>858276
>Other (write in)

Casually mention about our crown tax reduction and how we're thinking of a trickle down effect.

We don't have to sound desperate. If they're worth anything, they will know how good that is for their businesses.

QM, I kinda need to know how we're placed in the trading & production map. As in, what are our neighbours trading, if anything? How far from our capital castle is a respectably big marketplace?