Aeryn Sollin
Aeryn Sollin
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Mental characteristics
Personal history
Aeryn began on a small farm with her mother, father, and younger twin sisters. As maturity came, the farm grew to be boring for the high elf. She felt her calling was going to be something more, so she took off in the middle of the night. Her family did not know what happened to her until they received her first letter - one with no return address. She's taken to the life of a traveler, meeting new folk along the way. One specific group of travelers made coin through dance. Aeryn was quick to pick up the same skills, adding it to her arsenal of useful information. She stuck with this troupe the longest, but soon bid them farewell and continued on her self-discovery journey.
Mental Trauma
Aeryn finds herself often thinking back to her sisters and hoping the two have made a life for theselves in her absence. Though, she tries not to dwell on it very long as it makes her sad.
A traveler, an entertainer, a lost soul... Aeryn departed from her home town many years ago, deciding that life on a farm wasn't for her. She sought challenges and took to the road, learning the art of dance along the way.
Current Location
Torgil
Children
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Steel Tankard Tavern Pt Four
Patchwall 28
Yesterday went very well. Drift did find a party to accompany me into town to rally up a crowd and possibly find information regarding the burglaries. The makeup was a rowdy group- Ark the tiefling, Crixus the dwarf, Fane the elf, Peak the tabaxi, and Halibut (Peak's familiar- a bird). Tahl, while there and part of the group, was the least rowdy of them all. He seems to be the sneaky one of the bunch. And we can't forget about Hendrix and Saelest. They came along at the permission of Drift to play for me so I could provide a taste of the performance to the public. The goal was to drive a large enough crowd into the tavern for Drift, and possibly entice the burglars to my room this evening. So far, the act as Lady Burgundy has gone on without issue. Not even the "protection detail" seems to question it. Maybe this little mask will be fun to wear for awhile. How long til they find out LB is just Aeryn Sollin - the lonesome traveler who abandoned her family?
We headed to this mage shop first, after introductions in the tavern, and a few of the party members headed inside to discuss purchase of items with the shop owner. Crixus mentioned parading down from there to the market to draw in a good crowd, which we all agreed was a good idea. My performance outside the shop drew a good crowd, but not near as many as when we hit the market! You should have seen the amount of people there. It was outstanding. Though, it soon became a bit much, so the party decided to escort me (or, well, Lady Burgundy!) back to the tavern. My big perofrmance on stage that evening was even better - and I made quite the coin from it! You would be impressed... or I hope you would be impressed.
After the performance, I was exhausted! I put so much into that performance that it wore me out - not to mention all the practicing and performing out on the street! As soon as we got to the rooms, I fell into meditation to get some rest. Peak set Halibut outsie my window and a trap beneath the window on the floor. Fane was outside the bedroom, and the remainder of the group dispersed to the rooms on either side of mine. Tahl, however, was not seen after my performance. I hope everything is okay for him.
I barely got any rest, however, as the room was invaded by freaking dolls! Toys! Though, Fane took out the Bo Peep rather quick as she descended into the room through the hearth, and the fall of the creepy vampire doll went down too eventually. Crixus smashed it to bits. The rest, besides Peak, went hurling out of the window when a stink cloud started making us sick. I avoided the sickness, luckily, but many of my new friends were affected. Peak found a jester toy on the roof that we ended up chasing through the town streets. I nearly got attacked by these drunken idiots while chasing the jester toy, but I shot out a spell- calm emotions. Some chilled out and the rest remained pissed. One tried to attack me, but missed entirely.
The chase ended up this gigantic tower place where we met Tyr. Peak took to the roof and used some item to blast a tree into the wall! The rest of us busted through the front door. Immediately we saw more toys and they started attacking. Well, sort of. Crixus got attacked by this chef puppet and a table that animated. While this was going on, I threw a maid puppet into the fireplace fire. It was creeping me out. Fights ensued on every level as we split into different groups. There were two many toys attacking to keep track of them all. I was mostly running around and throwing healing at different folk the entire time... Though, I did scale the side of the building at one point to try and get to Peak. We hadn't heard or seen him so I feared something had gone wrong. I was correct, but too late. Peak was dead before I could help.
Fights continued. As we fought our way through toy after toy, we finally found the owner's belongings. She left a letter for us.. Well, we assume it is a 'she' based on her clothing. Someone named Bromwell.
You would think this would finish off our fun, but as we were leaving the guard cut us off. Carrying along a trunk and a dead body I can agree it looked like we were robbing the place. Our story was quickly believed after the Captain investigated the building himself. We were released and watched as they burned the tower to the ground. Our return to the tavern was met well. Drift came to speak with us, give us our reward for the job, and to thank us for our service. He also offered to take care of Peak's body- sending it off correctly as the way tabaxis wish to be sent off.
I decided against keeping the mask up. Despite my untruthfulness, the party did work together well to overtake the tower puppets. They helped Drift and Drift helped me. I revealed my true self by my true name. The next few days look to have us attending Peak's funeral and getting ready for our next adventure. Ikran, who aided us in the tower, offered us a job to collect an item from some sort of caverns or what have you. Without much else to do, I might as well join. Lets see where this takes me.
Until next time,
A
Steel Tankard Tavern Pt Three
Patchwall 27
Today is the day. Drift has reminded me of the plan at least twice in my various times coming down to practice through the routines with Hendrix and Saelest. Though, he still has not found anyone to "protect" me through the night. He assures me he will find some folk to fill the position- with the promise of 1,000 gold I am surprised no one has taken the job.. To each their own, I guess. Well, here's to hoping those that do can hold their own. I'm not strong enough yet myself to heal all of those in my path. Maybe one day.
Until next time,
A
Steel Tankard Tavern Pt Two
Patchwall 26
Earlier this morning Drift approached with an offer- a way for me to aid him and the town of Trigol in catching the thieves of the night. They steal from those that seem to hold valuables, mostly from different taverns around the settlement. In exchange, he offered board, meals, and dressed me in fancy clothing for the event. Yearning for the feel of a challenge, I agreed. I am to take on the role of Lady Burgundy - a woman of high fame, known for her performances. She is of wealth in the Duchy of Ulek. She arrives at the tavern without a protection detail, supposedly the reasoning behind it being her lack of knowledge regarding current ongoings in the town. Seems to be a bit of a stretch, but I can work with it. I only have to successfully play out the role for one evening, after all. Drfift advised he would seek a party to assist in the actual defeat of the thieves, though who knows how good they will be at the job. While I trust Drift, despite the short time I have known him, people can lie about their credentials. While I am a bit warry of the outcome, I know I must do it. It's only fair for him hiring me and being gracious enough to provide a place for me to safely sleep. Let's just hope the party he entrusts with my safety can handle the thieves that come at us in the dead of night. While I can hold my own, I fear whatever is coming may be a bit beyond my ability if I were to encounter them one on one. After so many years on my own, endangering myself in this manner is a bit out of character I shall admit. Maybe I'm just tired of the same routine. Well, let's hope this goes well.
Until next time,
A
Steel Tankard Tavern Pt One
Patchwall 22
The troupe of drum players did not lie - the settlement of Trigol is fascinating. I have found shelter and employment at the Steel Tankard Tavern. For the past several days I explore during the day, which always brings new sights to see, and perform in the evening alongside the musicians Hendrix and Saelest. The two of them are nice enough. Hendrix likes small talk where Saelest prefers silence. I don't mind the small talk, but he can get rather annoying. Drift is an amazing employer and the regulars of the establishment are generous with the coin they share. I am very fond of this place and may find myself wanting to stay here for the near future. It provides a cozy break from the constant travel, though I do miss the cool air of the night in the dark of the trails. We shall see how long this place remains my home... or better, how long Drift will keep me employed. It seems my performances please him. As they should, I am good at what I do. The steady coin will aid in my eventual departure- that is for certain.
Until next time,
A
To Tali and Dekki
Wealsun 13
If I ever were to perish, I do hope this journal reaches you. I hope the family has gotten my letters over the years. I'm sorry for disappearing, but I had to leave. The farm was suffocating me. Maybe one day we will meet again... if not here then possibly after death. Inside you will find recounts of my adventures in the world. I do hope you enjoy them.
I love both of you to the stars above and a trillion times over.
Until next time,
A
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