The People of Dolburimm
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Roleplay posts: 21 
Physical Description: This account represents the NPC civilian and military population of the lands and territories belonging to Dolburimm.
Registered: Apr 19, 2016 7:41:47 GMT -8
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Post by The People of Dolburimm on Apr 25, 2016 17:10:12 GMT -8
![]()  The Dolburese are master boat builders spending most of their lives on the waves from which they catch or hunt all they need. The Dry docks are a collection of stone basins which can be dried or filled by respectively raising or lowering the corresponding gates. Here boats are maintained and repaired while some of the smaller fishing vessels are also build here from a combination of hard fought wood and whalebone. |
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The People of Dolburimm
Established
Roleplay posts: 21
Physical Description: This account represents the NPC civilian and military population of the lands and territories belonging to Dolburimm.
Registered: Apr 19, 2016 7:41:47 GMT -8
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Post by The People of Dolburimm on May 2, 2016 7:08:57 GMT -8
<Captain Dalden and Lieutenant Elizabeth Finch enter from Open Seas Border Thread>
On first impressions Dolburimm is a wondrous display of architecture and culture. From the colossal statures which flank either side of the port entrance to the multiple tiers of stone buildings which make up the majority of the city. However the most intriguing part of the entire city is what visitors are first greeted with; The docks. This waterfront area is teeming with activity with ships constantly coming and going, be it to fish, to hunt or even to forage, the docks are the heart of the city.
Once past Bunrigg and Malnir, Elizabeth and her men were met with this bustling site with many ships leaving in the opposite direction, each one filled with dwarfs both male and female. The Griffins would have to be careful as they towed the battered ship towards the dry docks, taking extra care to make sure they didn't collide with any of the countless other vessels. Many of the onlooking dwarfs watched in a confused wonder at the situation; A vessel of their own making being pulled into port by essentially a group of winged monsters and their strange humanoid handlers.
The City itself, while very busy, was a visage of dullness, almost grim in nature. The drab grey stone that many of the buildings had been hewn from, coupled with the constant rain and grey skies, made for a less then appealing atheistic look. Thankfully though the locals more then made up for it, with their hearty resilience and enthusiastic love of the sea.
"Over there, In one of the bays. Just a little further" Dalden said pointing towards an empty bay in the dry dock. He tried his best to lower his tone as not to sound too commanding and offend the strangers however it was against his very nature and more then likely was not too convincing. He sighed deeply in relief as the ship grinded to a halt against the roughly carved stone wall of the basin they had aimed for. "Well Welcome to Dolburimm Lieutenant Elizabeth Finch." He raised his arms as if to gesture to the city around him proudly. "Now, I haven't spoke to any of the Thanes yet clearly, but I think they'd rather you leave the beasts at dry docks. It's just many of our folk aren't too used to them yet" Looking around would indeed strengthening this point as many of the dry dock workers had even taken cover, ran away or were looking on in amazement at the handful of strange flying beasts which now occupied the immediate area.
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Elizabeth Finch
Main Character
Roleplay posts: 512 
Age: 29
Physical Description: Elizabeth, or Liz, stands at about 5'9", weighing in at about 160lbs, most of it muscle from years of riding and fighting. She has platinum blonde hair, usually tied in a ponytail to fit inside her helmet. Her eyes are a vibrant shade of green that contrasts well with her tanned skin. She would be considered attractive if she ever removed her armor, otherwise her face is the only indication that underneath the iron discipline and plate armor is an attractive woman.
Clothes and Equipment: Liz wears a normal looking set of plate armor that is custom fitted for her specifically, and does not hide her gender. She wields a lance when mounted. Javelins are carried in her mounts saddle. Her mount is a young Griffin by the name of St. George, he is full grown in height, but does not yet have the full mass of a adult griffin. She wears plain clothes when not in armor and her shield bears the symbol of the Dawn Riders on it, and her breastplate bears the symbol of Isra on it. She wears a small necklace with a purple gemstone on it underneath her breastplate, only visible when she she is unarmored. Her sword has the insignia of the midnight sun engraved in the hilt, as it is relatively out of sight and does not violate the military dress code. Her primary weapon is her sword, an ancient Elven artifact passed down by her bloodline. It is wreathed in green lightning when unsheathed and wielded by her, and she has a sunmetal shield that complements it with magical abilities of its own.
Player's online availability : Weekends/Nights EST
Registered: Apr 6, 2016 12:16:13 GMT -8
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Post by Elizabeth Finch on May 2, 2016 8:34:44 GMT -8
She and her men looked about them at the strange new city, but even here there was beauty to be found. To the men and women of the Dawn Riders, and their griffins, who spend so much time in the mountains, the city was strangely comfortable.
"Its a beautiful city Captain and I am happy to be the first Isran to set foot in it. As for the griffins...I will leave them here per your request, but most of my men will remain here with them to prevent any incidents. I shall take...Sergeant Tiberius, leave your griffins with the rest of the platoon, your squad will be accompanying me to meet the Thane."
The Sergeant saluted and began barking orders to his squad, who quickly went through the necessary procedure to get their griffins in the right mind set. Liz gave a reassuring pet to St. George, whispered something in his ear, and he went to go stand with the rest of the griffins. She returned her attention to the dwarf.
"Where to next Captain?"
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The People of Dolburimm
Established
Roleplay posts: 21
Physical Description: This account represents the NPC civilian and military population of the lands and territories belonging to Dolburimm.
Registered: Apr 19, 2016 7:41:47 GMT -8
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Post by The People of Dolburimm on May 2, 2016 16:09:53 GMT -8
"Please, this way." Dalden asked politely as he began to walk into the city. The walk would take roughly ten minutes or so to traverse upwards from the dry docks to the Hall of Thanes where the thanes could usually be found. The walk took them weaving in and out of the various stone buildings through fish markets, trade stalls and numerous housing estates. While the scenery changed slightly, the drab stone and the constant rainfall remained the same, likely sapping both the morale and spirits from the visitors. Reactions throughout the city also remained the same; An equal mix of wonder, confusion and apparently misplaced fear.
"So what are those beasts of yours Lieutenant Elizabeth Finch? Do they eat flesh? How did you team them? Whats it like to fly through the air?" The flurry of questions came out gradually over the course of the walk, if not out of curiosity then just to make conversation.
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Elizabeth Finch
Main Character
Roleplay posts: 512
Age: 29
Physical Description: Elizabeth, or Liz, stands at about 5'9", weighing in at about 160lbs, most of it muscle from years of riding and fighting. She has platinum blonde hair, usually tied in a ponytail to fit inside her helmet. Her eyes are a vibrant shade of green that contrasts well with her tanned skin. She would be considered attractive if she ever removed her armor, otherwise her face is the only indication that underneath the iron discipline and plate armor is an attractive woman.
Clothes and Equipment: Liz wears a normal looking set of plate armor that is custom fitted for her specifically, and does not hide her gender. She wields a lance when mounted. Javelins are carried in her mounts saddle. Her mount is a young Griffin by the name of St. George, he is full grown in height, but does not yet have the full mass of a adult griffin. She wears plain clothes when not in armor and her shield bears the symbol of the Dawn Riders on it, and her breastplate bears the symbol of Isra on it. She wears a small necklace with a purple gemstone on it underneath her breastplate, only visible when she she is unarmored. Her sword has the insignia of the midnight sun engraved in the hilt, as it is relatively out of sight and does not violate the military dress code. Her primary weapon is her sword, an ancient Elven artifact passed down by her bloodline. It is wreathed in green lightning when unsheathed and wielded by her, and she has a sunmetal shield that complements it with magical abilities of its own.
Player's online availability : Weekends/Nights EST
Registered: Apr 6, 2016 12:16:13 GMT -8
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Post by Elizabeth Finch on May 2, 2016 17:05:22 GMT -8
"Please Captain Dalden, Lieutenant Finch is fine. They are griffins, a mystical creature that seems to only be found in the mountains near my home. They appear to be half eagle, half lion, but I doubt they are an actual combination of the pair. They eat an astonishing amount of meat, though we have nearly all of them trained to avoid such a thing, and the ones that haven't received that training are still too small to be dangerous. They are smarter than dogs or horses, though not at the same level as the sentient races. We began to coexist with them in the mountains, protecting them from poachers, hunters, and vengeful farmers. In exchange they became the mightiest steeds we could ask for. Flying is...the most wonderful experience I can possibly imagine, words can not possibly describe it."
She was more than happy to answer the continuous barrage of questions as they walked, her first squad remaining in loose formation behind her as they walked. The city could use some decoration, or at least some warm lighting, make it feel more welcoming.
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The People of Dolburimm
Established
Roleplay posts: 21
Physical Description: This account represents the NPC civilian and military population of the lands and territories belonging to Dolburimm.
Registered: Apr 19, 2016 7:41:47 GMT -8
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Post by The People of Dolburimm on May 2, 2016 17:15:45 GMT -8
<Dalden and Elizabeth Exit to Hall of Thanes>
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