Towertop

[Iron Dragoon]

Hell, I dunno. She's a queen of an entire prime. Do I even have enough wealth to mean anything? I think sentiment and usefulness will be more of a hit. So I guess the answer is, as much as it needs to meet that. I've got 13k.

[Anastasia]

That's up to you. Go ahead and decide how much and post it in loot.

[Anastasia]

It's just long enough - by luck or design you'll never know, but she strides right in, down the paths towards the school.

She is tall and gorgeous - a red head, clad in an elegant green gown worthy of a queen. Her entire posture has a grace better suited to elves, and indeed, her ears have a hint of elven pointiness. Yet her body is strong, hints of muscle beneath feminine charms. She walks with her head held high, approaching your abode without a moment of hesitation.

Go ahead and set up as you please.

[Iron Dragoon]

Alyssa waits for her to approach, simply watching calmly until she gets close enough.

"Your highness, welcome to my little slice of Creation, such as it is. We've prepared a welcome for you, but I imagine you're a bit more interested in getting your property back first?"

[Anastasia]

The woman you presume to be Dolmaya Augurson regards you with a moment of silence. "Oh?" Her voice is rich, beautiful. "Go on."

[Iron Dragoon]

Alyssa inclines her head slightly and motions into the building, leading her first to a small side room that holds her possessions.

"I assaulted the bank in which your things were kept. The one outside next to the main tower. Our intention was to free the slaves and under mine the reputation of the backers of it. Unfortunately they choose to be spiteful and evacuated the slaves before at least a large portion of the items held.

Once we secured the building, we began identifying the content. I recognized the painting as having been one of Queen Morwel's, who I've had some small dealings in her court with. I attempted to return it to her, which is when she told me about your relationship. The rest you know. Once you've inspected what we have and are satisfied, you're welcome to our hospitality."

[Anastasia]

The items are inspected first - studied with a moment, arcane energies flashing in her eyes.

When she looks to you it is with a smile. "A meddler with a good heart and friendly soul, rather than selling these off for profit." Her face is radiant like this, "I am Dolmaya Augurson, once the Empress of all the world. Now I am but dabbler in matters far and wide." She goes to the jewelry, looking on at with a fond smile. "I'm pleased that there will be no smites delivered today."

[Iron Dragoon]

Alyssa laughs with a grin.

"As am I. I'd hate to have holes put in the place. I'm still not quite finished moving in and decorating. I've still got to get the bank floating. I think it'll make a nice back drop with the right coloring."

Alyssa pauses and gives Dolmaya a considering look.

"Allow me to formally introduce myself as well. I am Alyssa Songsteel. Once the Arch Regent of the Arcane Order of Arythma. And I think you and I might have a few things in common. I get the feeling you were looking forward to stretching your arcane energies. Just a bit, at least."

[Anastasia]

"A little, as much as a courre looks forward to celebrations." Dolmaya says, and at that considering look, "A hero deserves a reward, and you are a heroine of uncommon good sense. I would give you a boon, something I will fulfill if I am able."

[Iron Dragoon]

Alyssa grins, "Perhaps a chance at a true friendship? Or perhaps a trade of spells. Speaking of things..."

Alyssa motions Dolmaya out of the small room and heads to the room of the welcoming.

"My father and I worked on a small welcome gift for you. I'm sure wealth doesn't mean much to you at this point, so I wanted it to be something whose value was in use."

[Anastasia]

Dolmaya follows, "A welcoming gift, no less?"

[Iron Dragoon]

"My parents taught me to be courteous to guests, and it's not every day you get a chance to make an impression on the Empress of a World. You'll meet them, I think."

[Anastasia]

And thus you go to where the gift is and...

This is your gambit, so go ahead and intro and set it up as you like.

[Iron Dragoon]

Alyssa takes her into a large center room, with tall windows letting light in. In the tropical way of the Order, there are sling chairs and large body pillows in corners and around a low table in the center of the room, for lounging around the table, piled with sweet meats, fruits, and sweet alcohols.

"Dolmaya, allow me to introduce you to everyone."

Motioning to each in turn, "Jarem Aruwood, Knight in service to The Red Knight and my tactical commander and advisor. Emily Aryn, a staunch friend and warrior, well on her way to becoming a legend. Ianvasah, a powerful druid searching for her own limits. Bastian, of excellent competence and mind in service to Shaundakul. My family will be joining us shortly."

With a quick and subtle spell, she uses a Sending to her sister to bring the family in along with the gift.

[Anastasia]

Sending has a long casting time, though you could use a lesser spell to have set this up or just servants, so whatever, I'll assume you have it in order.

Jarem steps forward at his introduction. He takes Dolmaya's hand and bows his head to it, not a kiss but still a sign of respect. "It's n honor to meet a worthy Empress."

Dolmaya smiles faintly at this, while Emily gives a cheery little wave.

"Ah, Aryn. Your mother's remarkable. I hope you are as well." Dolmaya muses.

"I'm trying," Emily says quickly, "Mom gave me the best lessons."

Meanwhile Dolmaya is to Ianvasah, the two exchanging a look and a respectful nod.

Finally, Bastian crosses his arms, "Met my share of Empresses. Nice to meet one who lives up to the stories of how beautiful the Empress is. Most are inbred, crossbred or dumb, not to mention not as beautiful as the tales say they are."

"A civilized orc," Dolmaya returns, "One in the service of a worthwhile deity. A pleasant surprise for myself as well."

Bastian grins at that, low and feral.