Cherryh's Travels

Cherryh the bard has been entrusted by Balar to carry many important messages and to act as a courier of important items.

Current Status:

Cherryh is believed to be held captive somewhere in Qeynos by Sunaien or other agents of the Forces of Darkness. Apparently Sunaien has turned Cherryh over to a rough barbarian named Jonney.

News: (most recent listed first)

Wednesday October 24, 2001

My Lord Balar,

As I was investigating the lands of Overthere and helping to maintain the animal population I was involved in a brief encounter with a member of the dark forces. He claims he has our fair Cherryh and that she will never be returned to us. His claims also included statements of her being content to remain along the wicked. I am not convinced that our Cherryh would ever want to sing her beautiful songs to the evil. I expressed to him that I should require seeing this matter with my own eyes.

As I believe he is a young and ambitious follower of darkness I feel some of our young and ambitious should be gathered to investigate the insinuation. It appears they have her heavily influenced by whatever means necessary but again only an investigation would prove the claims validity. I also feel a rescue mission has been delayed for far too long and training must begin to retrieve her. After brief words with the evil Lad and very few of my questions answered he disappeared with out a trace.

The Darkness must never overcome the Light!

Cenadebe

Tuesday October 23, 2001

M’Lord,

I must be brief, for the big brute Jonney will be back shortly, looking for more “entertainment”. It seems this guy Jonney is some new guy in the Forces of Darkness. He came here from Halas and was immediately contacted by that scummy Sunaien. They thought I was asleep, but I heard them talking about Cherryh. It seems Jonney is going to take her to some bandit camp in the plains just south of Qeynos. Poor Cherryh! She must be in terrible condition after all these months at the hands of Sunaien.

Oh oh, here comes that barbarian Jonney again. I can hear him stumbling up the stairs to the bedroom. (He drinks too much ale) I’ll keep an ear open and let you know when he plans to take Cherryh to her “gig”.

Meeni

Sunday July 8, 2001

M'lord,

Cherryh and I were having some fun with a couple blue smurfs, err... Zormek and Sunaien at Crow's bar in Qeynos. We knew you'd consulted with Sunaien in the past regarding ancient history and figured they were more or less harmless. Perhaps a bit stiff, but harmless none the less. We were enjoying ourselves in the pond (they sure do shrink up in the cold water), before we headed upstairs to a remote corner. They said something about all the guards watching us were making them nervous.

After perhaps a few too many white wines and brandies the situation turned a bit serious. Cherryh was playing with Sunaien and he was pretending to tie her up. Well, I guess he wasn't pretending. Anyway, Sunaien kept pressing Cherryh for information about a book, spells and something about "translocation" (whatever that might be).

When I saw a knife in Sunaien's hands I decided it was time to get away. With my feminine charms I was able to distract Zormek and I slipped away. I know Cherryh was carrying a valuable book. I fear it is now in the hands of Darkness. We really must send a team to rescue Cherryh. I know she was having fun but it looked like trouble was brewing when I slipped away. We probably should give Cherryh a bit of education, she's a lot of fun but perhaps a bit naive. I'll talk to Zephyrx and Cenadebe and we'll see if we can give her a few tips.

Embarrassingly yours,
Meeni

This was one of our most hilarious events. Thanks everyone for the great sense of humor. Don't forget to keep an eye on Darkness's site to see what nefarious plans they might have for Cherryh.

Thursday July 5, 2001

Lord Balar,

It's been a long time since our forces battled Lanys T'Vyl. I hope time and Lady Delora have been treating you well. Your Forces of Light have been doing a good job and I see them often all over Norrath.

I'm writing you concerning Befallen. It appears the T'Vyl's are moving in. I would recommend that you send a force to investigate!

Dismey

Lord Balar,

I've arrived in the fair city of Erudin. It is beautiful and peaceful. I can see why Al'Kabor would chose this as a place to do serious research. Enclosed is the information from Josper Kenshed about Cenadebe.

Musically yours,
Cherryh

Wednesday July 4, 2001

Lord Balar,

The shopping here in Qeynos is splendid. Zephyrx and I ran into each other in a jewelry shop. She bought be a lovely set of blue earrings. I just love them.

We caught up on the latest news over a few brandies at the Lion's Mane Inn. You know they don't have tables? They have small alcoves off the bar with beds. After a few brandies I realized why {grin}.

I shall depart for Erudin soon. I promise! I still haven't found that person you wanted me to meet in Qeynos yet though. I'm sure I'll find her soon though.

Musically yours,
Cherryh

Tuesday July 3, 2001

(a note written in very sloppy handwriting, perhaps intoxicated)

Lord Balar,

I have arrived in Qeynos (the men are so nice here, you'd think they had never seen a wood elf before). I had some brief trouble in West Karana when some bandits jumped me and stole my stuff. A brave warrior by the name of Ramjaw rescued me, a barbarian no doubt from the size of him, but he was most civilized and kind to me. I am most impressed for he fought off three bears singlehandedly! I sang him a song and the rest of our journey to Qeynos passed quickly.

As I mentioned earlier the men here are very friendly. I was introduced to another handsome barbarian named Doctre who has offered his shaman talents to our cause.

Well ta ta, the guys are calling and I must sing another tune for them.

Musically yours,
Cherryh

Monday July 2, 2001

Lord Balar,

Mykil and his team "Swift Strike" were recalled to deal with a goblin uprising at RunnyEye Citadel. I'm sure you are aware of this and may be hastening there yourself.

I'm fully recovered from the evil magics Sunaien cast upon me. While exchanging songs with the gypsies is certainly fun, I feel the urgent nature of my mission is such that I must press on. Since no other members of Forces of Light have arrived to provide escort I shall proceed alone. I shall sing my way swiftly across the Karanas.

I leave this note with the gypsies, hopefully you'll receive it soon.

Musically yours,
Cherryh

Wednesday June 27, 2001

"Swift Strike" was able to successfully escort Cherryh from Rivervale to the gypsy camp in North Karana (special thanks to Cenadebe for the fast bind!). Mykil and Kilarny proved themselves brave in fighting off the minotaurs and muddites in the gorge. Traeton and Clino performed an advance scounting mission and discovered two of the FoD members laying in ambush at the bridge between East Karana and North Karana. The FoD spies were driven away only to ambush Mykil and company at the gypsy camp.

Tuesday June 26, 2001

Lord Balar sends his thanks to Meeni for accomplishing the task of delivering a set of drums to Cherryh. Meeni, you certainly earned that 25 PP reward.

Monday June 25, 2001

Premier Arcane Advisor Toxy,

I've consulted with Sunaien of Darkness, regarding this note from Terblyn to Sorko. While Sunaien certainly is making an effort to research and educate himself, I believe the information he gave me that Sorko was involved with the Kerrans was a bit of misdirection. No matter whether Sunaien's comments were misdirection, treachery or ignorance, I've learned something of what Sorko was involved in.

From other sources I've learned that the great wizard Al'Kabor has been studying ancient artifacts of the Combine Empire in research of new teleportation spells. Sorko Talvazon was a former research assistant of Al'Kabor. Sorko had lead Al'Kabor to Kaesora where these tombs of ancient knowledge were found.

Al'Kabor discovered that Sorko had betrayed him and was selling some of this knowledge to Terblyn. This knowledge of "translocation" (the ability to port others without going there yourself) will no doubt fall into the hands of those most dedicated to researching and discovering these tidbits of knowledge within days. I'm led to believe that your skills are sufficient to be able to cast these magics and I recommend you stay alert to opportunities to learn the intricacies of these spells yourself.

You might also be interested to know that rumor is that Al'Kabor is also close to finding the key to teleportation to the moon known as Luclin. I'm led to believe this breakthrough is still several months away from practical application.

Reports indicate that Al'Kabor with the assistance of others stripped Sorko of his ability to perform magic. The encounter occurred in the Dreadlands. Whether this was punishment for selling the secrets they'd recently discovered or to prevent others from learning of the research regarding Luclin I don't know.

Due to Sunaien's deception I suspect the Forces of Light and Forces of Darkness may end up competing in a race to gain this knowledge. No doubt some conflict will arise between our two factions. Stay on alert for the Forces of Darkness may try to harm you as I'm sure they realize how valuable you are to us for your arcane knowledge.

- Balar

Sunday June 24, 2001

An open letter from Lord Balar to the guild:

Friends,

I've sent m'lady Delora to Rivervale to meet with the halflings regarding this note from Terblyn Zelbus to Sorko. Please aid Delora as you always do. We suspect this is a matter of importance and urgency and I call upon your aid as we pursue this intrigue.

- Balar

Thursday June 21, 2001

Lady Delora and Balar came across a hobbit with a message for delivery to Sorko Talvazon. The hobbit was crushed to a pulp by a Hill Giant in North Karana, alas there was no hope for keeping him alive. What little we could get out of him indicated this note was very important. He indicated this note must reach Odus. If you have any information about Sorko or Terblyn please arrange to get the information to Balar as soon as possible. This is what the note said:

Sorko,

I sent you a message several nights ago but I was told that the old grump signed for it. Get out of there, he may know. If you can, come to the temple and we'll settle things here.

I sure hope you get this message. I told the messenger to deliver it only to you this time.

Terblyn Zelbus

Thursday November 2, 2000

Dolean and Utenladar bravely escorted Cherryh from the docks in oasis.  They were quickly set upon by a superior force of darkness lead by Arcane Vizier Dipree.  A pitched battle ensued and Dolean and Utenladar did a fine job of protecting Cherryh, eventually however they were worn down and darkness was able to strike at Cherryh.  As life faded from her Cherryh staggered into North Ro.  The Forces of Darkness slipped away after their victory but a strong sense of evil power was detected on Cherryh leading Utenladar to discover that she was carrying a powerful evil artifact.  A staff that requires someone of almost thirty seasons of study and experience to unleash it's power.

Utenladar carried the staff and Cherryh's body to the Temple of Marr in Freeport.  The paladins of Marr will resurrect Cherryh but a more serious task awaits our forces.  We must now complete Cherryh's task and deliver this staff to Lord Balar in High Hold.  This evil artifact must not be allowed to fall into the hands of Darkness!