Patience a.k.a. 'Sabali' In the Shadows
A loveable Tabaxi monk who was once a jester. Kind and playful personality, but a deadly martial artist sworn to defeat evil at any cost.
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Fun-damentals
Aggressive alphabetics, an animated alley-cat,
An animal, I attack, alive, an acrobat.
I be bugging bugbears, beware, I break bone,
Braving beholders, basilisks, and brimstone.
Crew is cut crazy, clashing cultist, chasing clues,
Cracking chimera chains, clearheaded, but confused.
Daring and deductive, ducking demon downpours,
Destroying dragons, dance with devils, dashing dimension doors.
Eloquent Enessa, effortlessly eliminates,
In excellence, it’s evident, her explosive essence elevates,
Freakish but fantastic, we finesse fantastically,
Flaming foes flee feverish, fast, and frantically.
Growing and gaining greatness, ghosting gargoyles, ghouls and gnolls are gnashing,
Green-eyed gangs are galvanised, gazing as we’re gate-crashing.
Hunted by hounds and hellish horrors, hags are hating,
Haven’t you heard? We help the helpless, no hesitating.
Impressive and invisible, inconceivable, and insane,
Immeasurable, impossible, impressive, not inane.
I’m a joker, jibing, I jest, my job is a juggler,
Justly I judge and I could jeopardise your jugular.
Kindled by a Kenku, I’m a killer and a knight,
Kinetically kicking killer kobolds, knuckles and knives fly like a kite.
Landing leaping lunges, leaving losers limping,
Lightning licks, liquid and loose, the lashes linking.
We major in majestic momentum, making massive movement,
Mad magic, we manoeuvre, marching with amusement.
Nomadic and nicely nuanced, we’re neighbours naturally,
No need for necromancy, nope, we’re not nasty normally.
Orlando outrageous with his optics, observant and overpowering,
Orchestrating the offensive, onslaught over-showering.
Prudent and precise, poised patiently, potent poison paralytic,
Portent perfect and prudent, punching and piercing anything parasitic,
Not quitters, never quivering, quick quills and quirky quacks,
Quadratically quantifiable, unequivocal attacks.
Raphael the reasoned renegade, restless redemption resonates,
Raging revenge, robust and radical, he rapidly rejuvenates,
Super Sabali sliding slick like salamanders, swerving, sly his shadows sweep,
Slashing scores of skeletons, sophisticated Simeon sends them to sleep.
Trolling trolls and tracking tracks, temper tantrums and tremendous trials,
Thirst for thrills, Tarathial, twisting tower tops and turning tiles.
Unbroken ultimately underdogs, unpredictable and unfazed,
United, underrated, uppercutting we’re upbeat but underpaid.
Vigorous in victory, venomous, vicious and volatile,
Valiant on vast voyages, our vocation is versatile.
Whimsical with wizardry, wasting wretched wraiths and we weather war,
Wild wind and wildfires, wicked warriors, and wereboar.
Excited and unexpected with X-rated executions,
Exonerated and exceptional elevated no excuses.
Yellow yuan-ti yell, with yelping yeti’s yabbering,
They yearn to yield yet they are yappin and yammering.
Zoning and zapping zombies, zooming she zig zags,
Zestful Zeni zips, zeroing in on Zealots and big bads!
Reborn
Where shadows roamed, once cast from light,
A smouldering home, atoned in blight.
Where once in shade, we honed to fight,
These bonds now fade, oaths lost from sight.
Corrupt commands, dark words take flight,
Necrotic demands, betrayal, and smite.
A tragic path, trodden deeper in plight,
Reborn in wrath, the last shadow knight.
Fomorian Twilight
We the unbroken once travelled through the wild plane of the fey,
Weary and anxious we trod a true path to find the fomorian to slay.
On a quest from the lord of the hunt, we couldn't refuse his request,
For to earn our freedom from serving this lord, we choose this treacherous test.
On a mission audacious, we stayed our course, ignoring gold towers of riches,
We trundled on, step by step, over rocks, fallen trees and steep ditches.
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and oh, what a terrible sight to behold,
oh what a ferocious fight we were sold,
but on that night the unbroken were bold,
in the dark fomorian twilight!
We wandered in violet forests, fought through an up-flowing river.
We crossed a stony bridge and the thrashing trees made us shiver.
The teasing Sabali stuck out his tongue,
Dodging a branch having so much fun.
A short and savage battle erupted,
the trees sprung forth with life but corrupted.
His reflexes were quick but too bad for the cat,
The branches came fast, and the next one knocked him flat.
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Further and further we plunged into gloom, pressing on through the thicket.
A low and thundering growl up ahead, we approached bushes formed as a wicket.
Darkness was looming as we drew closer, the smell of death in the air,
We reached the threshold, caution but brave, and what we saw we couldn't help but stare.
Before us a clearing of corrupted elves and the ugliest hound we ever did see,
Sadly we failed to surprise our foes, but did we turn and flee?
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Before us a battle with numerous foes, the scene was straight out of hell,
A dark druid tried to conjured some evil, but Raph quickly countered his spell,
The Yeth hound took to the air, and let forth a howl of dread to the ear,
The magic was strong, and many of us were suddenly stricken with fear.
Next he emerged, the mighty Cachalain, out of the darkness he stormed,
The foromian turned his cursed eye to Enessa, and with that she was badly deformed.
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But did Enessa fumble and cower? I hear you ask 'what did she do'?
With disfigured arms and a hunched over back, her arrows were still flying true!
Even when curse and crippled, she knew this monster and druid must die!
And with that, the final blow dealt, an arrow went straight through his eye!
She turned to the druid next, as the deal was she must make the kill.
A briny grasp from Zeni made sure to hold the foe still.
The elves now knew they were beaten, they turned tail and were routed,
But no mercy was given that day, the druid and elves executed!
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Mercy not Murder
Kill first for glory ...council discarded is gentlemen failing.
Terrified certainly ...still standing not fleeing.
Warning without attacking ...and smiling menace hidden.
...though negotiate didn't we?
There was noise and questions no violence.
There was guilt no blood and malice.
Fearful face off-cut ...red ...turned white of sheets ...drained of all blood.
Clues false directed ...poorly written words.
Sure doubt nay evil was he.
Known not what exactly crimes did he.
He needs saving not deserving death.
Followed one then doubting why ...kill to complete mission ...merciless orders these.
Pride my choosing ...living over killing.
Mercy not murder ...choosing ...honour of life.
A prayer to Feng
Master Feng Li.
This one has never attempted to contact you before, but there is troubling news for which one may require guidance.
This one is Sabali, student of the Shade Temple disciple to 63rd Master Kenji the blind.
The troubling news; The Hollow Man returns. One knows little about this other than legend, but one knows that The Hollow Man is somehow connected to The Raven Queen to whom you are bound in servitude.
Please, if you can hear me, one needs guidance. Should this one be concerned? Should this one act decisively? Is there evil afoot, which requires this one's expertise? Please show this one the way.
This one wishes to prove himself worthy and fulfil the oath made to the Shade Temple.
Make it so
Verse 1
The name is Sabali,
Sharpest cat on the block,
And it's time to spit rhymes,
you can check on your clock!
Slick moves, sick bars,
I'm ahead of the game,
but I'm not in it for fun,
No I'm not in it for fame.
I am brave, I got guts,
This one is Tabaxi,
I'll be kicking your butts,
then I will call you a taxi!
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Slaying evil is what I do,
I'm gonna (make it so)
If you bad I'll be looking for you,
I'm gonna (make it so)
Need some help, and you need someone to (make it so),
Sabali and The Unbroken crew, we gonna (make it so)
Verse 2
Cos if you out causing trouble,
I'll be catching you soon,
I will pop you like a bubble,
Then I'll show you the moon.
I am slick, I am quick,
mad skills, and sick tricks,
punch hard like a brick,
flurried blows and drop kicks,
I am always up to fight,
every day, and every night,
Face me if you like,
I'll send you flying like a kite.
I'm a killer and a clown,
and I'm ready for a rumble,
I will hunt you down,
if you run then don't stumble.
With my fists and claws,
I hit hard, I'm a savage,
Imma twist your jaws,
Leave your brains like a cabbage.
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The Unbroken is my squad,
and I know you heard the name,
you better pray to your god,
cos you know we bring da pain.
Three cats and a dwarf
On a fine winter night,
In a town far from home,
Three friends ventured out,
To a pub in Whitestone.
And the name of this pub,
Was a strange one you see?
A small pub you might know,
It was the bad bad donkey.
These friends were not evil,
But had mischief in mind,
They were looking for fun,
And some trouble to find.
Simeon, Wind and Sabali, in name,
The first two disguised so they all looked the same.
Tabaxi in looks, roguish and bold.
Into the bar, they casually strolled.
What were they there for?
They weren't all too sure.
They spoke to the barkeep,
And some beer he did pour.
They shared in some banter,
As they spoke to the man,
And it wasn't too long,
Til they had thought of a plan.
Sabali and Simeon then nipped off to the loo.
And left Wind wondering what it was they might do.
They returned with a grin, a smile and a sneer,
Then suggested that they would move on from the beer.
A fine drink of red,
Which would cost a gold coin,
And to the barkeep's surprise,
They would ask him to join.
For Sabali had something quite secret in store,
A small vial of truth serum they could slip in the pour,
It was intel he sought,
From the small dwarven male,
To spike him with serum,
It would surely not fail.
So he juggled the glasses,
And he put on a show,
He shuffled so well,
Even he did not know,
Simi had done it,
With a nod and a wink.
But which glass did he spike,
Had he spiked the dwarf's drink?
Wind did not know,
And neither did he,
Nor did Sabali,
Who waited to see.
A question or 2,
And drinks kept on flowing,
Who drank the truth serum?
There was no way of knowing.
No clues and no leads,
No useful insight,
But the dwarf was good fun,
And they had a great night.
Banter and laughter and giggles and jokes,
And beers and good spirits and wines and some smokes.
They drank and they chattered and greats tales there were told.
Three cats and a dwarf were like friends true and old.
Arin
Arin; righteous, insightful, nice.
All-knowing, respected, impossibly noble.
A really intelligent negotiator.
Also responsible, impressive, nurturing.
Admirable religiousness is noticeable.
Amazingly rational in nature.
Awesome rigor, isn't nimble.
Aggressive rarely, irresponsible never.
Aura radiates incandescence nonchalantly.
Assertive, reasonable, incredibly noisy!
Although removed, interminable nonetheless.
Aptly revered, indefinitely needed.
Always remembered, indispensable. Namaste.
Hunting
Sensei.
This one is concerned.
A very large prey, this one believes is known as a Hawke Daughter Ward, has been roaming the plains. This one tried to take it down, but it's mighty talons and swarms of lesser companions forced a retreat.
This one is sorry for his failings and will endeavour to become a better hunter. Any assistance on this matter would be appreciated, but as it stands my hunting party are not yet skilled enough to catch this beast.
In other news, it appears that the great exterminator Puke Sudoku has resurfaced. It appears to have taken care of a foul pest causing a nuisance in the underbelly of Westruun.
This one wishes to visit soon to learn more and receive further expert hunting advice.
One seeks big game, for the thrill, the honour and recognition. This one is ready for greater challenges, please inform me of any notable game in the area of Whitestone.
Happy hunting.
Best wishes,
Ambitions in the Hallows
Brightflame
A foggy troubled tale we sow, upon the blood we tread,
A savage land of crooks and woe, a road of gold and dread.
A deep abyss of tragic loss, an anguished sea of hate,
A pit of somber dirt and moss, dark pacts, and blades of fate.
Arrows loose and steels ignite, regret and justice tussle,
Serving gods or coin we fight, redemption, hope and hustle.
Cloaked in shadow, poisoned lies, secrets, tangled webs,
Allies through a veiled disguise, vagabonds and plebs.
But bright and valiant purity, dwells deep within our veins,
Flames of brilliant surety, calms and soothes our pains.
When troubles rise and bodies fade, she blossoms hope and light,
Guiding forth a just crusade, for friends of murky plight.
As even in the darkest null, engulfed in stormy bluster,
Her shining heart will never dull, the warmth to whom we muster.
Swamp
The garden of roots, thick with lies,
With mud on your boots, here you have ties.
The hag now is slain, her refuge now spent,
Act not in vein, be smart but lament.
Sorrow and lost, as natural as day,
To leave is a cost, I'm afraid you must pay.
Your minds have been skewed, but waver you not,
Trust in your brood, or stay here to rot.
A letter to the Shadows at home
Sensei.
This one is well.
Several dark fish fell from my grasp this dawn.
I am sorry for this disappointment.
Slippery, ferocious and far too powerful for this one's current abilities.
This particular lake contained a myriad of fish.
Please send this one fishing advice at your earliest convenience.
Kind regards,
Anticipation in the Meadows
Folly of Lords
The folly of Lords is a puzzle of sorts,
For they seem to have troubles so plenty,
For each little problem that most of us face,
Some Lords will often have twenty!
One Lord of such kind, with a curious mind,
Far too often receives luck unpleasant,
Others more foolish, poor and less prudish,
Have such fortune and they are mere peasants!
The issue I think, is simple as pie,
For these Lords are just too inquisitive,
Most common men, simply live and then die,
Ask less questions, and much less acquisitive.
Unwanted meetings, where a letter will do,
Could find a slap or a beating with rods!
For Lords may possess power, wealth and much coin,
But they still bleed, and must kneel before Gods.
Similarly so, one thing you must know,
Despite all their jewels and their swagger.
Far from immortal, when knocked they will fall,
...Lords can still die by the dagger.
Proverbs of a Young Tabaxi Monk
A collection of quotes, proverbs and philosophical musings, from the Tabaxi known as 'Patience in the Shadows' aka Sabali.
"One who carries the meat, has a right to eat"
"Taverns possess the most remarkable power of coincidence"
"A wolf is only as strong as it's pack"
"Kings, Queens, Nobles and Lords, still fall to the ground if you hit them on the head"
"Good or Evil, no one wishes to be seen as a chicken"
"Charity given in the public eye, may hold motives unseen"
"Stealing happiness from tomorrow is a dangerous way to live"
"One's fate is never permanent, until it is"
"The one who is without sin, should not throw stones in the houses made of glass, or you might kill 2 birds!"
"It is good to ask questions, but also good to seek answers"
"Spiders are most terrifying when unseen"
"Even the most cunning spiders leave cobwebs in their wake"
"Never doubt the fury of a chef with no kitchen"
"The fly cannot trade with the spider"
"One should live young, and die fast"
"To steal from the gods, is to steal from yourself"
"The darkest shadows hold the deepest secrets"
"It is ok to hide from the enemy, so long as you don't hide forever"
"The path of redemption is rarely straight"
"Wizard, sorcerer, witch, paladin, warlock. These titles merely describe the manifestation of the magic which flows within us all"
"The sign of a wise fighter, is to know when to stop fighting"
"Bravery is to laugh in the face of death, but never to laugh at the dead"
"Even the kindest faces can be dishonest"
"Ones actions have consequences which rarely affect only oneself"
"Regret is the pessimist's way to describe learning"
"The magical allure of gold and riches, has varied effects depending on one's disposition"
"One could die at any moment. This is either a reason to always frown, or a reason to always smile"
"Most lizards will eat you if you give them a chance"
"Aqua gnolls are either a myth or a horrifying nightmare"
"Light shines brightest in the darkest caves"
"Sleep is where we are most peaceful but also most vulnerable"
"Those who wield great power, must have great accuracy"
"Even the mighty will fall with enough poison"
"A plague does not discriminate"
"If one is slow in combat, one should wear good armour"
"One cannot bury their dead in a swamp"
"Alchemy appears to be a form of magic which doesn't require magic"
"Devastating power can come is small packages"
"It can be fatal to underestimate a small dense object traveling at great speed"
"A Banshee's wail is seethed in pain, and also causes it"
"Raging rivers don't care if you are a good swimmer"
"A mentor can only teach so much, eventually one must learn from experience"
"Not all thieves are evil, but all who are evil are willing to steal"
"Even if a broken clock is correct twice a day, it was a coincidence and shouldn't be trusted"
"The glass is half full and also half empty"
"We cannot always choose how we die, but we can choose how we live"
"Life is like a box of chocolates, everything is trying to eat you"
"If you live by the sword, you could still die of the plague"
"Silver tongues often talk of treasure"
"The brain is often unaware of the heart's deepest desires"
"To devote time to question the very essence of existence whilst trapped in this plane, is like searching for stars while trapped in a cave. You will never find them, but it is comforting to believe they are somewhere out there, and discussing them brings hope you might one day escape the cave and witness their beauty"
"Clouds of the mind obscure the truth far more than cloud of the sky"
Draygon
There once was an elf who was rude.
From his clasp a girl's blood to extrude.
Crime was his game.
Blackmail was the aim.
So to a bank we must go and intrude.
Comrades
Arin is a man of God, of good and noble cause,
A man so honest, of grace and class, with very little flaws.
His armour shines bright with hope, his smile it sparkles too,
And if you fall on to your ass, he is sure to steady you.
Enessa, dark and enigmatic, but too a heart of gold,
She speaks and fights with poise and smite, a sight unto behold.
To face her would be crazy, it's likely you will fail.
But do beware, if you dare, you'll have Ussi on your tail.
Sargent Boom, stout and tough, has pockets full of power,
When Bayou barks it's mighty bark, all foes are sure to cower.
Wise with words, and quick to draw, this man is no buffoon,
Only fools would dare to take him on, with his devastating guun.
Ceridwen is nothing short of an angel on this earth,
A beauty beyond the realms of man, a miracle from birth.
A golden halo, and hair to match, with wings she floats on air,
Sworn a sacred oath, she is righteous, brave and fair.
Wind is cunning, smart and smooth, with a dagger set to match,
She'll dazzle you, then disappear, and is impossible to catch.
A rare and splendid diamond, through the city smog and grit,
Deadly with her crossbow, before you spot her, you are hit.
Raphael crawled from the ground, when first he joined this plane,
Often he returns there, as he rolls around in pain.
But do not be mistaken, he may seem slightly odd,
But kind is he, and sharp his steel, he perhaps could slay a god.
Zeni has intelligence, and is skilled beyond her years,
But a past so full of sorrow, that her mind is full of tears.
Magic flows through her veins, and shatters those it meets,
Vengeance fuels her onwards, to that Captain that she seeks.
And I Sabali, openly, a Jester, clown and twit.
For fun and games, are how I learn to cope with all the shit.
I see the world with optimism, happiness and glee,
Even when I draw my blade, I'll be smiling as you flee.
We stand as one, a force of good, we rid the world of terror,
To challenge us, in all truth, would be a fatal error.
So pay attention, do not ignore, these words that I have spoken,
For we united, we will not fail, for we are The Unbroken!
Sabali's Haiku
Barithia:
The hag is now dead.
Raphael fell down again.
He has poor balance.
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