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Post by Septon Abelar on Jul 9, 2018 2:25:25 GMT 1
Lady Shiera Blackbriar was always envious of the mighty halls and redoubts that can be found in the seats of truly great houses--the type of houses she once favored for her own marriage, only to end up at Gyldenhaal. Septon Abelar knew he could find her here, admiring the frescos in the Hall of Artists, perhaps on her way through a leisurely tour of what might have been, had fate chosen for her a different husband. Taking a moment to compose himself and prepare for what would likely be a grating conversation, Abelar strides forward and hails her.
"Lady Shiera, could I beg a word?"
OOC: Just to give a roadmap here, the goal is to convince her to orchestrate Septon Abelar's invitation to the masquerade, so that he can covertly chaperone Balon and prevent him from doing anything else stupid. Not sure if this requires an Intrigue or not. The septon's angle is going to be basically: look, you need to marry this kid off to a good house, so you can't have him making an ass of himself, which he has already done once. The septon is not above mentioning Balon's "lance talk" from the day 0 dialogue to bolster his case. In truth, Abelar not only wants to ensure Balon doesn't fuck up, but also wants to further investigate the fire supporters and get a sense of what they're thinking.
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Post by Father on Jul 9, 2018 10:51:33 GMT 1
"What troubles you, septon?" Her words are cold and hard, surely he would not approach if something did not trouble him. Or maybe she just didn't like him, she did not seem to like anyone not her own children. Intrigue is very much necessary if you want her to help you with just about anything.
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Post by Septon Abelar on Jul 10, 2018 4:05:32 GMT 1
"My lady, what troubles me is Highgarden's effect on your son. He is giddy and vainglorious, itching to cause mischief. You heard what he said last night regarding Ser Walton Wyl--I grow concerned with what he might do under cover of nightfall, when he has drained his cups and his self-restraint. Drunkenness is but a mask men wear to trick their better selves into folly. And tonight, every valor-craving knight will have an actual mask to wear in addition to the usual kind." It's an awkward analogy, but the septon has gotten his point across. He watches carefully, reading Lady Shiera's expression. [D2 Shrew] Initiative Status (Reputation): 6d6k5+2 18[D2 Shrew] free action Awareness (Empathy): 6d6k4+2 18
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Post by Father on Jul 10, 2018 10:01:19 GMT 1
"Does the seven pointed star not say that it is a father's duty to chastise his sons?" Shiera seems rather unconcerned. "The whole camp heard him do it."
You're not getting septon bonuses for your stated objective. If you wanted to convince her that her son needs to be reigned in, then yes. But for getting an invitation, no. Intrigue Iniative: 6d6k4 17, so I think she goes first. Abelar's free action fails. Free action: breeding: 6d6k4 23 +2b Objective: Hmmm, what could she possibly want? Still mulling.
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Post by Septon Abelar on Jul 10, 2018 12:28:59 GMT 1
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Post by Father on Jul 10, 2018 12:49:46 GMT 1
Not good enough.
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Post by Father on Jul 11, 2018 13:55:59 GMT 1
Okay, so playing on your roadmap "marry pious lady", although that mostly only works if Abelar brings up that subject, but she can probably pull it on him regardless. Objective: Enlist the septon's aid in trying to get Sybelle Oakheart (noted for her piety) as an option for Balon to marry. Intrigue Defense 14 DR: 5 Composure: 12 +2b from Free action. Convince: 6d6k4-1 11Also, she got unattractive, though the septon probably knows her well enough to have formed his own opinion of her rather than first impressions.
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Post by Septon Abelar on Jul 12, 2018 0:49:10 GMT 1
"The Father will judge him for it, but so will the assembled lords and ladies." Abelar resists the urge to denounce Balon's sinful talk from the road. Best save that in case I need it. Instead, he tries to read Shiera's reaction. Does she too see the risks?
Shiera's action fails against Abelar's ID.
[D2 Shrew] Read Target: 6d6k4+2 20ID: 12 Composure 12/12 Disposition: Indifferent
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Post by Father on Jul 12, 2018 1:25:48 GMT 1
"It would seem as if the seven will have their chance to indicate their displeasure, good septon." Shiera says gravely, as if she puts great importance on their judgement. "Either my son is repeating falsehoods, he seems quite convinced that they are true and the father would surely dislike this." She pauses for emphasis. "But if it is true, that Ser Walton practices bestiality and his wife is a fornicator, would they not both be consigned to the flames of the seven hells? Or am I misremembering the writings of Septon Leobert?"
Read target fails. Intrigue Defense 14 DR: 5 Composure: 12 +2b from Free action. Convince: 6d6k4-1 20 Is 2 DoS for 8 composure, 4 after DR.
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Post by Septon Abelar on Jul 12, 2018 2:36:01 GMT 1
Unable to discern Shiera's true motive, Abelar simply responds to her points. "My lady's faith in her son is commendable. But not all will see it that way--Ser Balon presented no evidence; named no witnesses. As a man who has levied many an accusation, one of that magnitude must needs be supported by evidence, especially given the accused's high office. It is not the sort of thing to hurl in a tavern as if it were a leaky ale-horn. Surely, the eligible maidens present will begin to wonder: will he carry on like this while married? Will he be killed young in a duel over some foolish words?"
If Ser Walton is a horse-fucker, I will petition Prince Baelor to allow me to roast him in a crow's cage, but I will have to keep Balon from watching. Can't let him have the satisfaction . . . [D2 Shrew] Persuasion (Convince): 6d6k4 19 (2 DOS for 8 influence, less 5 for DR = 3 influence dealt. Shiera is at 9/12, unless a roleplay modification applies) ID: 12 Composure 8/12 Disposition: Indifferent
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Post by Father on Jul 12, 2018 3:20:22 GMT 1
"Yes, my son does indeed need to learn patience and temperance, it is the way of the young to act rashly and leaping at conclusions without first verifying the truth, my husband and I will make sure that he learns this lesson." She seems to have no worries about that point. "Now, was there anything else on your mind?"
Intrigue Defense 14 DR: 5 Composure: 12 +2b from Free action. She is also stubborn, so that's a 1 DoS. Convince: 6d6k4-1 19 should be another 4 influence.
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Post by Septon Abelar on Jul 12, 2018 3:41:09 GMT 1
"It is good that we agree on this. Now, before I mentioned what Balon might do if given the writ of anonymity. There is a masked ball tonight that portends debauchery by the less restrained among us." Abelar glares at Shiera. "If he disgraces himself a second time, I will ask for Lord Jon's leave to remediate him. My methods . . . may not be to Balon's liking or yours." He leaves it at that, surely giving her mind somewhere to wander. In the past, Abelar's punishments for highborn sinners have included self-flagellation under his watchful eye, walking to the Great Sept of Baelor on bare feet, changing the bindings of greyscaled lepers, or even banishment to a sept or septry. "But there is another way. If I am present to watch his every move at the ball--to chain myself to his shadow, dog his every step, and share his every laugh and whisper--then I can interpose with speed, should his judgement desert him. Your nephew is the host of the masquerade. Surely you can secure me entrance."
Ok, switching to Intimidate. Taking the -1D penalty this round for switching techniques. Shiera also regains Composure equal to her Will rank before this action hits, not that it matters. [D2 Shrew] Persuasion (Intimidate) (change penalty): 6d6k3+2 16 (1 DOS, 5 influence - 5 DR = 0) ID: 12 Composure 4/12 Disposition: Indifferent
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Post by Father on Jul 12, 2018 13:01:19 GMT 1
"Surely, septon, would you not have better things to do? I do not believe that my son is at risk at misbehaving to a degree where such a measure is prudent. There is temptation at such an event to be sure, but no more than a man would find elsewhere at this tourney. And more importantly, it is an arena to advance the cause of House Blackbriar, I fear that your admirable zeal would do as much harm as good." She is taken slightly aback by the suggestion, though it can hardly be surprising that Abelar would want something like that. "As the maester of Highgarden told me once, to expunge an illness, one must treat the underlying causes, not it's symptoms. My son is unsettled, like all young men, he is driven to prove himself and his worth, to impress the fair maids into considering him as a worthy partner, I think we both have our disagreements with his methods, but we have lived rather longer than him, have we not? Let the boy play his game while us grown-ups find him a good match."
Intrigue Defense 14 DR: 5 Composure: 12 Convince +2b: 8d6k4-1 17 Oh well, steady as she goes, 2 DoS for another 4 composure.
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Post by Septon Abelar on Jul 13, 2018 3:30:31 GMT 1
Abelar tries to prevent his teeth from grinding a bit. "We will need to treat the symptoms and the illness itself. I fear that the seriousness of his . . . misjudgment extends beyond drunken insults. On the ride in, he boasted of his desire to show off his manhood to the maidens of Highgarden. A most unchivalrous display, and one that merits a chaperone, for his own sake and the sake of the house. I will be subtle." He looks reluctant to make this promise, but grinds the words out regardless. "I too will be masked, and Balon will be none the wiser, unless he makes the wrong move. Indeed, if he conducts himself with honor, then I will be the first to praise him afterwards."
Taking a point of Frustration, then rolling two actions in a row to speed things up. [D2 Shrew] Persuasion (Intimidate): 6d6k4+2 20 (2 DOS, 10 influence -5 = 5 composure lost) [D2 Shrew] Persuasion (Intimidate): 6d6k4+2 17 (1 DOS, 5 influence -5 = 0 dealt) (Shiera at 7/12 by the end of these two) ID: 10 Frustration: 1 Composure 4/12 Disposition: Indifferent
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Post by Father on Jul 13, 2018 13:10:11 GMT 1
"A boy's talk when there are no women around to take offense, I trust my son to hold his breeches in place, and for lords to watch over their daughters at such an occasion, I have no worries there." Besides, if some lord's daughter ended up with a bastard in her belly, she did not care as long as her son kept his mask on. "What worries me more is his belief that brazen acts and a show of force in the tourney is enough to impress the father of a good and pious lady that might temper and mellow him into a proper man rather than the boy he now is, such as Lady Sybelle Oakheart, for example."
Intrigue Defense 14 DR: 5 Composure: 7 Convincex2: 2#6d6k4-1 14 211 DoS, then 3 DoS, for a total of 8 influence dealt.
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