The Road to Erebor Discussion Thread

[piosenniel]

Himaran invites you to play:


Title: The Road To Erebor

Owner: Himaran

Basic Storyline:

It was a long time ago that Galdon Finllo was captured by Wood elves and sent to the dwarven dungeons of Erebor. He was a refugee from the Dwarven realm, a criminal for stealing treasure. The elves caught and returned him as a sign of good faith with the dwarves. He was eventually released from the dwarven dungeons, but held onto his hatred for Elves and Dwarves. Now, many years later, he has returned to Erebor with a large army of Uruk Hai, striking from an unknown northern fortress. He has two goals: To take the dwarven treasure for his own, and take revenge out upon his enemies, and the Kingdom of the Dwarves and Elves. Mirkwood is his next target, and the hall of King Thranduil. Bali, Nephew of the Dwarven Lord, is sitting in the Green Dragon Inn when a messenger brings him a letter from his father, asking him to return home and help fight the force that is assaulting them; preferably bringing other warriors with him. The story is about the Journey from the Shire to Erebor, made by Bali, his close friend Eruantalon, and a host of companions, and the battle they fought there....


The purpose of the story is to:

Travel through Eriador, over the Misty Mountains, and through Mirkwood Forest, at last reaching Erebor, in the east of middle earth, as quickly as possible, and save it from an attacking army of Uruk Hai. An army of Gondorians is on the way sent by Burzol‘s (a half-elf friend of Bali‘s) father, but it may not get there in time; and most of the Mirkwood elven force is fighting in a different conflict in the south of the forest. The few elves available are battling valiantly alongside the dwarves, knowing that if Erebor falls, the next area attacked by this new terror. On the way there, we will recruit an army of our own. The members of the army will not be separate characters, but their activities and numbers will be described by members of our company.

The focus of the story will be on the journey itself. We will go through populated towns, visiting inns and generally have fun, but will also travel through unknown portions of land, filled with danger and enemies. The whole time we will be moving steadily eastward. Players will have the chance to put forward their own ideas and subplots on the journey to make it more interesting. But we will find that we must be cautious… a traitor is amidst the company.

Reasons people would want to go on the journey:

In return for their services, Bali has promised each of the warriors accompanying him a piece of treasure from the dwarven stash of gold, jewels, and mithril.

This means we will know the story is over when: The Uruk Hai are defeated and their leader is slain. Erebor is returned to a peaceful state.


Starting Location: Outside the Green Dragon Inn

Likely destination: The Lonely Mountain

Timeframes:

i) This game takes place in Year 2 of the Fourth Age or 1423 by Shire Reckoning.

ii) The story itself or plot covers --- "around 6 months" --- months (or years).

iii) This game requires a time commitment of -- -- - - "about two months," --- --from me, the game owner and from the major players.


Characters:

Main character types: Dwarves, Men, who are friends of the Dwarves.

Dwarves must all be from Erebor.

I have 1 Dwarf and 2 Men committed to play in this game with me. I will need:
3 more Dwarves and 2 Men. The Men can be Rangers, Gondorians, etc, but they must all be warriors.

Secondary character types likely are: Elves, Friendly to Dwarves (A rare occurrence, but it happens).

All Elves must be warriors from Mirkwood only.

I have 1 Elf committed to the game. I will need 2 more Elves.

Character types which would not belong: ANY CHARACTER TYPE OTHER THAN DWARF, MEN, ELVES

[ February 18, 2003: Message edited by: piosenniel ]

[piosenniel]

Himaran's Character Bios:

The game owner will play 2 characters, though one of them for only a short time.

My First Character:

Name: Bali

Race: Dwarf

Age: Middle Aged (55), But appearing young.

Description: About a foot smaller than a grown man. Bali has a long brown beard and a scar over one eye. He wears a light mail coat over a brown tunic and underneath a heavy brown cloak. He has a black strap which goes around his back (in which he keeps his axe). Unless attired for a large battle, Bali wears no helmet.

Weapons: A large, single-edged fighting axe, with a curved blade in the style of the Erebor Dwarves. Also, he carries a number of throwing axes (miniatures of his war axe), and surprisingly owns and uses a long elvish dagger, given to him by a friend

Personality: Extremely friendly for a dwarf, Bali loves company, singing, beer, and even dancing. He is also and excellent story-teller, and a good listener. He is a fierce warrior in combat, fighting with a deadly combination of his various weapons. He is an experienced tracker, hunter, and pathfinder. When angry, Bali is quick to be irrational, and is not easily calmed.

My Second Character

Name: Kaldon Finllo

Race: Man

Age: Young, about 20

Description: Kaldon has short blond hair, tan skin and has been called "attractive" by many. He is taller than a dwarf, but is a little shorter than the average grown man. He dresses in black, from his armor-covered tunic to his long, flowing hooded cape which enfulges his figure. He is known as a ranger, but this assumption may not be the right one...

Weapons: Kaldon carries a long, double-edged broadsword which he can use expertly. But his true power lies in the twin Mattocks (an ancient form of a throwing knife, which has long thin blades but a short handle; and no cross piece). Combined with his clothing, these knives make him a deadly assassin.


Personality: Kaldon is shrouded in darkness and mystery. He is curt and polite, but does not like to talk and has a distaste for populated places. He prefers he quiet smoke at the back table at an inn, or to remain in his own quarters. Few know him, but among those who do it is rumored that his father is a wealthy land-owner from the far east. A born wanderer, he is an excellent hunter, and knows many paths through the wilderlands of the world.

[piosenniel]

Eruantalon’s character bio:

Name: Eruantalon friends call him Erulon


Age: Born in 2824 From: Gondor


Appearance: He is a man that stands 5" 10' inches with dark hair and eyes. He is a fair skinned man. He weighs about 200 he is very strong and quick. He wears a black cloak. He has gray pants and brown boots. His shirt is a darker gray than his pants. He wears leather boots. He carries a large satchel with many items like books, maps, medication, leather skins for drink, food, weapons, tobacco, extra cloths. Imagine a Boromir type. But more happy and friendly.


Personality: Well he is a kind hearted person who loves nature and middle earth deeply. He is friends with all the peoples of middle earth. He is quick to happiness and slow to anger. But when he does anger he often can't control it. So he does have faults but there because he protects what he loves. Like Erebor a city he has know the people and friendship for a very long time. He is very brave but knows sorrow’s depths. That is what fuels his bravery. He is not afraid to die. But only because he knows he can't. He is clever and a good scholar. But that doesn't mean he doesn’t make mistakes or wrong guesses.


Weapons and items: Well I mentioned many above. But there are still greater items he has. His inner strength is his greatest weapon.

But he also has the aid of a sword given to him by Galadriel. It was forged by the Noldar before they left the Valar. It is amazingly sharp and strong. It glows when evil is near. Not orcs particularly but anything that is an instrument of Morgoth. It is two thirds his own height. Then there is his Bow and arrow. They were made in Gondolin long ago. His bow is believed to have been the bow of a high captain of Gondolin’s bow men. It can pierce Orc armor right through. He has special arrows made for him by the people of Erebor that can pierce solid rock. It is almost as tall as him. Just under a few inches. The Ax he was given not long ago by the current Dwarf lord is an ancient wonder of the dwarfs. It is entirely made of Mithril. It is as light as air. It is a vary broad double headed Ax. It was an heirloom made in the days of Morias great time. It is almost as long as his sword.

Burzdol's character bio

Name: Burzdol

Age: 2384

Race: Half-Elven – Mother is Elven; Father is a Man from Gondor

Description: Long, golden hair. Well built, very intelligent. Is a long time friend of Bali and Eruantalon. Wears brown pants and cloak, dark belt, and chain mail armor of Gondorian make.

Weapons: Has a broad knowledge of weaponry. Uses a bow and dirk from Rivendell, a broadsword of Gondorian make, and two twin throwing knives (mattocks).

[ March 07, 2003: Message edited by: piosenniel ]

[piosenniel]

FOR THIS GAME, FIRST CHANCE TO PLAY A CHARACTER WILL GO TO THOSE GAMERS WHO ARE NOT PRESENTLY PARTICIPATING IN A GAME IN THE SHIRE, ROHAN, OR GONDOR.
~~~~~ per the request of the Shire Moderators ~~~~~

Please Note – Characters needed:


3 Dwarves – They must be from Erebor.


2 Men - The Men can be Rangers, Gondorians, etc, but they must all be warriors. These representatives of the Mannish race can be either male or female, as long as they are warriors.

2 Elves – They must be Elven warriors from Mirkwood.

Post a bio for the character you wish to play. The Game owner will choose the players for the game according to his preference.

Please include in your character bio:

Name

Age

Description (Appearance)

Personality

Weapons, skills

[ February 18, 2003: Message edited by: piosenniel ]

[piosenniel]

Himaran's Game is now open for those wishing to post character bios.

Please read the instructions for doing so carefully.

[Arien]

:Name: Belegond


:Race: Man


:Age: 20


: Description: About 5ft 11. His hair is a light blonde, he has light blue piercing eyes, fair skin and is medium built. Dressed in forest green, tough leather boots, dark green trousers. A darker green top and over that a mail shirt, and over that a grey cloak, given to his father by the Lady Galadriel and passed down to him, with a clasp of silver stars on the left. Carries with him his bow and quiver. Also wears a belt, to hold his dagger and carries a backpack full of supplies.


:Personality: A Ranger of the North, but has much of his mothers personality. Very open, confident, not too cocky though. Kind and considerate to other people, a good listener. Likes to socialise, go to Inns, likes big crowds and parties. Enjoys pipe weed and ale.

But he also likes time to himself, he is very protective of his fathers memory (he believes he could have saved him, and that his father died for a needless cause) and really worships him.

Belegond is wise in the ways of many people of Middle- Earth and knows many folk because of his travels throughout many lands. He is most friendly with the elves from Mirkwood and Ithilien and the Dwarves of Erebor, they had given him and his father many gifts throughout the years and sheltered them in times of need.


:Weapons/skill: Most skilled with his bow, it was his fathers past down to him. It is ¾ his size and was made by the elves of Mirkwood. Has a Mithril dagger set with sapphires like his eyes and a set of five Mithril arrows that could pierce the strongest of armour.

A skilled fighter in hand to hand combat, he has learned many style of fighting from his travels. He can move from place to place without being seen, he has a cloak much like the ones given to the fellowship by the Lady Galadriel.


I have a short Bio, I didn't post it but I will if you want me to.


Arien

[ February 18, 2003: Message edited by: Arien ]

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[maikafanawen]

Name: Ani Dao, of the race of Mirkwoodian Elves, female

Age: about 2700

Description (Appearance): She has short, pixie cut style blonde hair and is tall with rough skin from traveling and hunting all over Middle Earth. Ani Dao has a narrow, stern looking face with big deep blue eyes. Is very beautiful.

Personality: She is the daughter of the Head Guard in Mirkwood. Being trained along side famous elves like Legolas, she has a sort of high opinion of herself. After completing the regular training, most of the guards, and warriors of Mirkwood receive, she went on to train privately to become what some might call an assassin used by the king for protection. However, she only possesses the skills of such a warrior, not the angry heart. She was rarely called upon for her services, and therefore began to wander across Middle Earth looking for adventure. She once went on a journey to recover a lost treasure with a band of dwarves, and has spent time in Moria (before it was infiltrated by orcs and the Balrog). Ani Dao is interested in her own benefits and takes jobs according to the size of wealth she is offered. Only once has she been criticized because of her gender, but the criticizer paid the price dearly.

Weapons, skills: Her favorite weapons are her throwing knives. She has deadly aim, and is able to throw extremely far distances. This tough warrior she-elf, has had mandatory training with a sword, but does not like to use it often. She also carries a bow and quiver, but uses them mostly for hunting. When confronted with face-to-face combat, she fights with using quick body movement, and diferent forms of punches and kicks (somewhat like a martial art). She wears little armor, save for the brown leather vest she dons over her dark green tunic. On her feet she wears regular elven boots, but her skill is such that they make no sound when she walks. Ani Dao is very strong, brave, cunning, but not so patient. Although she is an elf, she likes dwarven company the best, for they tell the best stories, and drink the best ale.

I know that you only wanted men and dwarves to go on the journey with you, but Ani Dao is at the Green Dragon right now, and I think would be a perfect companion for this ‘adventure.’ I would also be willing to add characteristics, if you so desire.

I am not doing any RPG s right now either.

[ April 06, 2003: Message edited by: maikafanawen ]

[Himaran]

maikafanawen:

Good character description! I did have 2 places for elven warriors, you know.
Yes, you are accepted into the game.

Arien: Good overall description.
You are accepted.

ATTENTION

I know have places for 3 dwarves, 1 man, and 1 elf.

[ February 18, 2003: Message edited by: Himaran ]

[astarielle]

Here's my character bio for the other elf, of course!

Name: Astarielle, daughter or Asilath and Mirelle of Mirkwood.

Age: Hard to say, about 2000

Appearance: Very war hardened but elegant none the less. She has long golden hair and grey piercing eyes occasionally appearing green in some light. For an elf she is tall and delicately built but has the strength of 3 of her kind. She is very athletic and nimble.

Character: Astarielle has little fear, for she saw both her parents being killed for her life. She does not feel anger but is argumentative. As an elf she is very logical however does like to question other beings and herself but relies on her judgement. She will do anything to protect her homeland no matter the worries and troubles that have affected Astarielle there. She believes that we all have a part to play in shaping the world, and that we need to join together to overcome evil. As a final point she is very strong willed yet will listen to others if it is in order. Astarielle's weakness would be her proundness, for she is very proud of herself and does have a tendancy to look down on others. some times she is argumentative especially to those who believe elven women should not be at war.

Weapons, Skills: As most elves do, Astarielle carrys a bow, wrought by her father, and a dagger. She also carries a long curved sword. She was practically born in the saddle and rides very well.

[ February 19, 2003: Message edited by: piosenniel ]

[ February 21, 2003: Message edited by: astarielle ]

[piosenniel]

All those wishing to be Elves please note:

Tolkien based Elves have either black hair or golden hair. Their eyes are usually described as grey or blue would be acceptable.

They do not practice the art of magic.

Please revise your descriptions to reflect this.

[Himaran]

maikafanawen: Yes, change that thing about red hair. Blond is preferable, and usually the color of the mirkwood elves.

astarielle: As pio mentioned, elves in middle - earth (particularly mirkwood elves) do not practice magic or have magic weapons. Also, does you character exibit any like or dislike for populated places such as inns? Is she the solitary type, or the sociable. Aside from those points, it was a good description.

[Dain Ironfoot]

Great! An rpg with dwarves.

I'd like to post a profile as a dwarf, but I had a question about the story. The thread says ithe story happens in the year 1423 of the 4th age. Did you mean 1423 SR (shire time), since it starts in the Green Dragon Inn?--That would actually be year two of the Fourth Age.

Or did you mean one thousand four hundred twenty three years into the Fourth Agfe? Wouldn't that be really late? Didn't Tolkien say the last we know of dwarves was when Gimli set sail with Legolas? Sorry to be so picky, but I really like dwarves.

I was going to be someone related to one of the dwarves in the Hobbit, but I'll change my character if it needs to be that much later in the Fourth Age.

Dain

[Carlas]

Name: Dagniriel(maiden/daughter of battle)

Race:Elf from Mirkwood

Age: just under 2000

Description: Has long blonde hair that she usually puts up(not liking to have it all get in her face)and deep grey eyes. She has a strong look to her and is tall, even for an elf.

Personality: Growing up with her brothers(elven warriors) she has become strong and tough, she is quite arragant, and usually thinks people are below her. But, she is very friendly with people she knows and trusts( and it takes awhile to gain her trust). She is cautious, but loves to fight.

Weapons/Skills: Dagniriel has a long bow, but prefers to use her two daggers, given to her by her father before he was killed. She is skilled with both the bow and daggers, but not so much with swords.

You can probably expect some interesting twists with her! [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img]

[ February 18, 2003: Message edited by: Carlas ]

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[Earendil Halfelven]

Name: Arlome of the Dunedain

Race: Men

Age: 29

Description: His name means "noble dusk' in elvish. The elves of Rivendell say he resembles the ancient kings of the Numenoreans. He has black hair, gray eyes, and no beard or mustache. He is tall and muscular. While on his travels, he has seen much and experienced much. His raiment resembles that of Aragorn, and they are the color of the forest. He wears a cloak which is of a deep green color.

Personality: He is observant and watchful. As a Ranger, he is always on his guard and he is concerned for the welfare of others. He likes to travel and doesn't like to stay in one place for a long time. He enjoys hearing and telling stories of the ancient days. He is a deep thinker but even though he likes being alone, he values a warm fire and friends. He is the kind of guy who you would want to have by your side when fighting orcs. He would never desert his friends and would fight to the death to save them.

Weapons/skills: His main weapon is his sword, Narril. Narril was given to him by Elrond and its name means "brilliant fire" in elvish. It resembles the sword Narsil. His secondary weapon is his bow which is crafted by the elves of Lorien, and his quiver of arrows from Mirkwood and Lorien. He also has two battle daggers-one which is sheathed on his waistbelt and the other is sheathed around his leg. His skill is mainly in the sword, but he is an excellent marksmen with his bow and arrows.

Mainly, Arlome is a Ranger who you can trust and depend on during travels and also in battle.

[maikafanawen]

Thank you so much!

Ok then, Ani Dao has long, deeply curled, blonde hair and blue eyes. That sounds better for an elf anyways. [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img]

Would the 2 elves go on the journey with the men and dwarves or just come along later from Mirkwood or something, because ... *gets down on knees* I want to go on the journey *pouts pretty please* [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img]

Namarie noldonyar,
Fanawen

[ February 18, 2003: Message edited by: maikafanawen ]

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[Frodess]

Name: Yanithë
Race: Man
Sex: Female
Age: late teens

Appearance: Dark hair, green eyes, skin touched by the sun, a little short, of average weight

Attire: dark cloak, male clothes, boots, extra clothes packed for future use (i. e., dresses, etc.), silver locket

Personality: Like most women of Rohan, Yanithë is strong-willed and somewhat of a feminist. She believes that women can do just as well as men. But she is not a male-hater. She has become hardened to journey and adventure, and makes an excellent companion on the road. She has a very caring and motherly side that does not show often.

Weaponry/Abilities: Is a good healer. Has a sword, dagger, b&a, a small axe, and a horse, Alqua (swan). Can adapt to many situations.

Biography: Yanithë was originally of Rohan origin. Born to a middle-class family, she lived a somewhat mundane life. She had two older brothers who were put into the Rohan calvary. Through their connections, she met a certain boy whom she loved. Of course, her parents did not approve of the connection (for he was poor and of unknown origins), and because of this, she took one of her brothers' horses, Alqua, and left her place of birth. She wonders around seaching for something so that she may fulfil that void that was left after her estrangement form her family. ANd thus she comes to Erebor.

Is that good? Will it work? *prays and begs* [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img]

[ February 18, 2003: Message edited by: Frodess ]

[Earendil Halfelven]

Hi guys

I was just wondering-how do you get those accent marks in your words? Because my character "Arlome" has accent marks in his name but I couldn't get them in.

[piosenniel]

Earendil Halfelven


For accent marks, click HERE and scroll down til you get to that section.

[Himaran]

Earendil Halfelven:

Good Description! You are accepted.


Frodess:

Good description! It sounds like an interesting character. You are accepted.


Dain Ironfoot:

Yes, the game happens in the fourth age, year two. You can post your description.


maikafanawen


You may be on the journey. The elves are on their way to mirkwood, which will be under attack if Erebor falls. Ani Dao sounds like she will get on quite well with Kaldon Finllo, as he is also and "assassin" type.

Carlas:

Sorry, but I already have the two elves I needed. You may play a dwarf, however.

Okay everybody, here is the character status:

Men are being played by: Himaran, Eruantalon, Earendil Halfelven, Frodess, and Arien.

Dwarves are being played by: Himaran, Dain Ironfoot after he posts his description.

Elves are being played by: Burzdol, maikafanawen, astarielle (once post is re-worked).

That leaves room for 2 dwarves to play. Sorry, carlas, but you can play a dwarf if you wish.

[ February 18, 2003: Message edited by: Himaran ]

[Earendil Halfelven]

Cool! I got the squiggly lines! Here is how my character's name is supposed to look-

Arlómë of the Dúnedain

Thanks for the help.

[Kili]

changed my profile.............

Name: Kili II (Called Kili by friends)

Age: 50

Race: Dwarf (decended from Kili, he was his grandfather)

Gender:Male

Personality: Very lively, funny and enjoys himself alot. He knows when it is time to be serious although some times he needs telling by his good friend Belegond who visited him many times through out the years. Enjoys ale and pipeweed and is sometimes tipsy at the inappropriate times. Hates when some one is better than him and is fierce in battle. He has no fear and is very corageous and would sacrifice his life to save any friend in need.

Description: about 5ft tall he has dark brown eyes and scruffy dark blonde hair. He wears tough, thick leather boots, He wears black leather trousers and and bron top over a mithril mail shirt . He carries a large pack and also has a brown cloack. Appears very dirty at times.

Weapons: four small golden throwing axes that can pierce rock (he only will use these in times of great need). Also has many small iron axes to throw. Has a sword much like a samuri sword, is set with rubies and his name at the bottom in dwarvish. It was made by him self with the help of the elves of Mirkwood, as he is very good friends with the few who will tolerate dwarves.

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[Himaran]

Kili:

Great Description! If you are descended from Kili, you are Bâli's 2nd cousin; his grandfather is Balin. You are accepted.

I now have only ONE PLACE FOR A DWARF LEFT!

[ February 19, 2003: Message edited by: Himaran ]

[Child of the 7th Age]

Himaran,

Please check my message to you.

Cami, Shire Moderator

[ February 19, 2003: Message edited by: Child of the 7th Age ]

[Dain Ironfoot]

Is this ok?

Name: Dain Hammerhead

Race: Dwarf, of the house of Durin

Age: 101 (Born 2922 of the Third Age, or 1322 S.R.)

Gender: Male

Description: Dain's a typical dwarf: short, stout, and bearded, with long red hair and brown eyes. Out on the road, he wears a hooded cloak of purple. Under that, he has a coarse brown tunic and an ornate silver belt, which has tools (like his hammer) hanging from it. In battle he prefers a leather jerkin under a long mail hauberk, plus a metal helmet.

Personality: Dain is industrious, unflinchingly loyal to his friends and kin, and brave to the point of being foolhardy. He loves ale, ancient stories, and music, and can play upon the pipes (an instrument similar to the Scottish bagpipes that makes a dreadful racket). He is extremely bright, and, when he manages to keep his temper, use his head to get him out of jams as much as his strong right arm.

Dain does have a streak of jealousy, much like his Uncle Thorin Oakenshield had, and can be like a summer's evening that can't quite make up its mind. One minute, he is gentle and laughing, the next roaring like a giant storm and lashing out in anger.

Dain is wonderously skilled as a stonecutter and metalsmith. He loves things of beauty and would rather spend his time as a quiet craftsman. But the hardship of life in Middle-earth has forced him to take a more warlike path.

He is somewhat suspicious of wood elves, especially those from Mirkwood, inheriting his attitudes from his Uncle Thorin and others in his family.

Weapons: Dain carries a large single-bladed axe, a shield, and also a hammer strapped to his side. The latter is a family treasure that has been passed down for generations. It’s intended as a tool for Dain's work as a stone carver. However, he's found that it makes an excellent weapon, both for hand-to-hand combat and throwing from a distance. This is how Dain got his second name "Hammerhead."

Background: Dain is a younger cousin of Thorin Oakenshield. (See The Hobbit on Oakenshield.) He is also an Uncle of Bali.

Dain himself fought in 3019 in the battles of the North against the dark lord Sauron, and is thus an experienced warrior. King Dain (a distant dwarf relation) and King Brand of Dale succeeded in stopping the Orcs, but lost their own lives. The fighting took such a terrible toll on Men and Dwarves that Dain hates Orcs with a passion, especially since he saw his own father perish under an Orc weapon. As a result, he will sometimes act like a berserker when faced with an Orc.

Dain is unusual in that he's married and has a son. He's very proud of him, but can also be very tough. His wife Glis remains in Erebor, and for this reason he is deeply concerned about her and wishes to get back home as quickly as he can.

[ February 21, 2003: Message edited by: Dain Ironfoot ]

[Eruantalon]

Hello everyone

Your charctors seem vary good here. I really like the way this game is making out.

Hir are we co oweners or am I help. I don't mind either way was just wondering. Don't want to everstep my bounderys.

So does anyone have a good flaw I can give Erulon. I tried to give him some. Maybe all you creative people can give me a little help.

This game is going to be really good don't you think?!!

[Himaran]

Dain Ironfoot:

Great Description! You are accepted. You say that you have a son and wife? Are they at Erebor perhaps, in danger, and that is why you are headed there?... could be interesting to the plot. Your character might be an uncle of Bali, my dwarf, that is the grandson of Balin. That could also be interesting. There are very few dwarves in middle earth now, and most of them are related.

Eruantalon:

You are definantly a co-owner! we will converse over pm about plot ideas and such. As you were not here for a while, I merely dealt with drafting people into the game.

Everyone Else:

There's still one place for someone to play a dwarf!

Himaran

[Dain Ironfoot]

Good ideas Himaran. My wife will definitely be at Erebor in big trouble, and also I can be Bali's uncle. Have to run to work now, but I'll add that to the profile when I get back.

I was kind of hoping to get somebody interested in playing my son so he also comes along on the trek-- a youngish dwarf of around 25-30. (LOL. For dwarves, that's practically a child!) This would be his first 'serious' military thing and he would be hot to fight and prove himself.

I was working on someone to do a profile like that, but they didn't show, at least yet. I'd love to have someone else do that in their profile--to sign up to be a dwarf and Dain's son. I think we could get some good back and forth going with dad saying one thing and kid sometimes trying to do another.

Any takers out there? Of corse, you don't have to, since I'm no game founder or anything, but I thought it would make some neat interaction.

Hope it's ok to suggest that, Himaran. If it isn't or it doesn't work out, it's no big deal. (I'll gladly take it out.)

Another possibility, if it doesn't work out is this-- are posters allowed to carry a second minor character on their own? I've done that in other games. That way, I could still get the back and forth dialogue with Dain's son.

Himaran, Eruantalon, let me know what's best, and I'll do what you say.

[Himaran]

Dain Ironfoot, Eruantalon, and Burzdol:

Check your Pm's.

Himaran

[Carlas]

Since all the elves are taken Ill try a Dwarf instead!

Name: Durin (Dains son)

Race: Dwarf

Age:30

Description: Durin is much like his father in appearance and people usually get them mixed up. His is a bit shorter however and prefers not to wear much armor, thinking he does not need it.

Personality: Durin is very energetic and cheerful. He loves to fight but never takes it very seriously, annoying his father quite a bit. He is a wonderful fighter and knows it, and wants everyone else to know too. He only ever seems to be serious when his mother is around(she can be quite strict).

Weapons/Skills: Durin has a large axe given to him by a friend back in Erebor. It is light for its size and Durin would fight with no other. He is a skilled warrior but has never fought in any serious battles but is anxious to try.

[Child of the 7th Age]

Kili--

Hi, I'm Cami, one of the Shire moderators. Please check your Pm's.

Cami

[Arvedui III]

Dunno if all the spots are taken, but ok...

Gromfelt
Dwarf, Male
Age 43
Description: Grom's reletivly small for a dwarf about 4'6". He has red hair, green eyes and long beard tucked into his belt. He wears a scuffy brown tunic concilling his armor.

Weapons: Has three axes, one double bladed which he carries on his back, one single blade in the style of Erebor, one throwing axe in his belt. He also carries two daggers of Dale, tucked in his boots.

Personality: On the outside an allarmingly pensive figure, Gromfelt is quiet, but quick to anger, never shying away from a good fight. Not very witty, but quick to laugh. Through his travels he has learned tracking and woodslore however not found of the woods he may be.

Bio:Orginally meant to be a smith Gromfelt learnd the crafts of weapon-making. Board with life under the mountain he started wandering through middle earth where he learned first-hand how to be a warrior and found his way into the Shire.

[Himaran]

Carlas:

Excellent! I was hoping someone would play as Dain's son. You are accepted.


Arvedui III:

Good description. The game was already full, but I will allow you to play because I wanted another dwarf anyway. Your accepted.

Note to anyone else: The Road To Erebor IS NOW OFFICIALLY FULL!!!, the only exception being an antagonist being played by Burzdol, the description of which is not yet completed.

[piosenniel]

NO MORE CHARACTERS NEEDED - THANKS!

ASTARIELLE

PLEASE CHECK YOUR PM'S AND REPLY.

KILI

PLEASE CHECK YOUR PM'S AND REPLY

Piosenniel, Shire Moderator

[Kili]

how do you change your proflie? [img]smilies/rolleyes.gif[/img]

[piosenniel]

Do you mean your character profile for this game?

[Kili]

yeah for this game

[Kili]

changed my profile.............

Name: Kili II (Called Kili by friends)

Age: 50

Race: Dwarf (decended from Kili, he was his grandfather)

Gender:Male

Personality: Very lively, funny and enjoys himself alot. He knows when it is time to be serious although some times he needs telling by his good friend Belegond who visited him many times through out the years. Enjoys ale and pipeweed and is sometimes tipsy at the inappropriate times. Hates when some one is better than him and is fierce in battle. He has no fear and is very corageous and would sacrifice his life to save any friend in need.

Description: about 5ft tall he has dark brown eyes and scruffy dark blonde hair. He wears tough, thick leather boots, He wears black leather trousers and and bron top over a mithril mail shirt . He carries a large pack and also has a brown cloack. Appears very dirty at times.

Weapons: four small golden throwing axes that can pierce rock (he only will use these in times of great need). Also has many small iron axes to throw. Has a sword much like a samuri sword, is set with rubies and his name at the bottom in dwarvish. It was made by him self with the help of the elves of Mirkwood, as he is very good friends with the few who will tolerate dwarves.

[Himaran]

Attention to Gamers.

The game is starting soon. PAy attention to BAli's first post; cause its a question. Be sure to know the difference between the Caradhras and the Gap of Rohan. It is my wish that most people choose the Caradhras, because that would make the story a lot more exciting. Noting really happens around the gap... and it takes longer.

Himaran

[Himaran]

Notice to Gamers:

Burzdol had agreed on playing a minor role of an antagonist as the game was being created.

Here is his character profile, which was not finished due to Burzdol's schedule.

Name: Hogar
Race: Dwarf
Age: 40, fairly young for dwarves.
Looks: Hogar is a fat dwarf, but quite strong. He wears a heavy black cloak and a small black tunic, with a mail coat underneath. His brown beard is rather short, but his hair is long.
Personality. Hogar in unlike most dwarves. He is quiet, and trusts knowone. He dislikes populated places such as busy inns or public gatherings. He also has a bad reputation, but where it comes from is unknown. He is a mercenary for higher, but when he comes along with Bali on his quest, Hogar may have ulterior motives. He is very resourceful, and prefers to use bribes, fires, or other people to carry out many of his schemes. He will not panic under pressure, but is calm; and usually under control of things.
Weapons/Skills: Hogar carries a great double-bladed axe which he can wield exceptionally in battle. He has many small hatchets. He can use almost any weapon that he picks up, however. Unlike most dwarves, he is able to ride, and though he does not really like them he will readily use a horse if the need arose.

[ February 20, 2003: Message edited by: Himaran ]

[ February 20, 2003: Message edited by: Himaran ]

[piosenniel]

Here are links to maps showing the position of the Gap of Rohan and Caradhras to the north of it.

HERE

AND HERE