Skogurheim: Outside of Ivarstead, Skyrim

-= The next morning =-

I wake with a start, my armor scraping against the stone as joints pop and groan, "Gah, I swear it was the daedra that created stones... and the need to sleep... and the likely hood of my finding every stone to sleep on..."

Getting up with what felt like a cacophony of sound I filled the kettle and placed it in the forge's fire stoking it up and began packing my bedroll and other gear.

Elisvan Skywatch "Vorm, didn't you hear me?" Elisvan asked.

Vorm Odinnson "Who huh? hear what? Sorry friend I was probably sleeping... two dragons in one day tends to take it out of you..."

Elisvan Skywatch "Yes, of course. So, I think I've worked out who is trying to seize power in Windhelm. It's probably obvious to you..."

Vorm Odinnson - "Wouldnt know mate, I suggest we get moving, tis a long way home to Skogurheim through the mountains..."

Vorm Odinnson - He took a long sip, and shrugged. stuffing the last of my gear into its pack, I chuckle, "Oh you might think that aye, but sadly this country and its ways are a mystery to me, I was born in Bruma, Cyrodiil. Raised in the fabled city of Kvatch by the legions, and spent most of my life fighting your thrice damned cousins and their bows, the Bosmer in Valenwood. Its only been maybe a year that I've been here in Skyrim, so if you've a name do tell just dont be shocked by the dumb clueless look on my face if I dont recognize it...."

Elisvan Skywatch "Ulfric Stormcloak." Eisvan looked at Vorm for signs of recognition.

Vorm Odinnson - "Wait... The head of the stormcloak rebellion? Why would he murder his ow- never mind he's one of those Aedra bless the Nord sorts... Well suppose it makes sense, but why the Memorimer? They strike me as about as harmful as a butterfly..."

Ashley Barton - Eilonwy: Because we do not worship Talos...

Vorm Odinnson - I snort at her words and reply, "Guess I'd best keep the fact Im more a follower of Stendarr to myself then..."

Elisvan Skywatch - "It matters not to me what these Nords do inside their walls. The Memorimer are not part of our Dominion. However, I feel an obligation to enforce the terms of The White Gold Concordat."

He turned to Vorm. "You know I seek not war, but if Mer are being tortured and killed simply for adhering to their own beliefs, I will not stand idly by. My predecessors would kill for worshipping Talos, and I see that as merely the other side of the same coin. I put a stop to that as well."

He considered the situation carefully, his golden eyes reflecting the sunlight, which was now quite high in the sky.

"I say we go to Windhelm. See if we can piece together what is happening there. If Jarl Crystal is all she says, and if her father is truly guilty. We try and find a diplomatic solution. However... if that fails..."

He gripped tight the curve of his bow.

"What say you? You chose Skyrim for your home. I think we need to take a good hard look at what is happening here."

Vorm Odinnson - I called out over my shoulder as we exit the mountain pass, "You know legion law, any who attack an innocent unprovoked is punishable by either the sword or the lash. Whiled the legion and I don't quite see eye to eye any more, THAT is one law which I will uphold. We're roughly a mile or so from Skogurheim, If we pick up the pace a little we should be there in some 10-15minutes."

Nudging Mace's sides I pick up the pace eager to be home...

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -With the speed that trevelyan was running he was more then half way to finding the ambassador, infact he was only a mile way from the ambassador and Vorm. Funny thing was he was going by scent and ambassador Skywatch smelled of wine and oddly enough sweet treats, so he thought he follow the smell since the only one who could be drinking wine is that elf.

Elisvan Skywatch "Well said my friend. What an unlikely paid we are. When the Thalmor and the Legion join forces..." Elisvan smiled, "Basically, run."

He enjoyed the ride, the day seemed clear, and the Memorimer seemed to be lazily fluttering behind them, looking at the flowers and butterflies. Could they be distant relations?

"I do look foward to seeing your home. I wish I could have been there to help you build it, but the Divines had other plans."

Vorm Odinnson As we come round the last bend Skogurheim rises up at the peak of its hilltop, A silvery plume of smoke rises from the chimney. The sight of it brings a smile to my face and we race only to see little Skaela leaning over the lower the lower bars of the front gate covered in snow howling her greetings. Laughing heartily at the sight I pull up before the gate and prepare to climb down from Mace's back when a flash behind the gate reveals Anorien Tauredhel my steward already there opening the gate for us.

Anorien Tauredhel "Welcome home m'lord, ah guests. Welcome to Skogurheim milord's and Lady," touching his forehead in salute he holds the gate until all have passed.

"M'lord Odinnson I have expanded the stables in the rear, though we may be a tad short on feed, I shall head for Ivarstead and acquire more once you're all settled..."

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -Trevelyan followed the smell of wine till he was in the open looking at Vorm's home with curiosity, though he didn't question and walked up the path snd jumped over the gate.

He then proceeded to knock on the door waiting for it to open and be welcomed in.-

Elisvan Skywatch Elisvan took a look around. It was a beautiful home. He heard a knock at the door and drew his bow. He looked to Vorm...

Vorm Odinnson "I leave it in your capable hands Anorien..."

Arriving at the stable I climb down from Mace's back and take up my gear currying it towards the back door and bid my guests welcome, "Welcome one and all to Skogurheim, come in and take your ease by the fire. There are guest rooms upstairs on the right if you wish to change, the Forge is here on the first floor to the left, alchemy is on the right and the hotspring bath is down stairs on the left... make yourselves at home."

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -They heard a "Hello? Anyone home?"-

Anorien Tauredhel Flashing up behind the half-breed up front with the blink spell, I tap him on the shoulder, "Master Vorm and his guests are in the back sir. you had best enter there."

Vorm Odinnson Entering my home i catch a flash of light under the front door and answer it, only to find Anorien and the curious little half breed standing on the porch.

"You live, welcome to Skogurheim friend..."

Anorien Tauredhel "You know this man m'lord?" I asked Vorm.

Elisvan Skywatch Elisvan put down his bow and a look of relief came across his face. "Trevelyan! We were wondering what happened to you."

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -Trevelyan nearly jumped out of his armor holding his chest- "ddon't do that man and very well...."

after seeing vorm, Trevelyan speaks up "yes.... I live and after things were done in falkreath I ran to morthal without haste and liberated that hold, though not without difficulty. ......"-

Vorm Odinnson "Aye I do, let him in."

Holding the door I let the man Elisvan had identified as Trevelyan enter, "You alright friend? You look as though you've been in another little scuffle..."

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -Trevelyan answered "you could say that...... after we handled things in falkreath, I headed to morthal without haste and well ended up liberating that hold but not without problem".-

Vorm Odinnson "Well suppose that explains a good deal.... Now if youll all excuse me I'd like to get out of this armor and clean up a bit... Elisvan tell Eilonwy she may use my room to change at the top of the stairs on the right..."

Turning from the door I head straight to the forge and begin stripping off the armor setting it on one of the benches. And wander down the stairs to the bath catching a towel and kilt Anorien had tossed me as I left the forge in my armor padding on my way to the baths.

Elisvan Skywatch Elisvan excused himself for a moment, and retired to a guest room. He removed his armour and changed into his robes. He admired the view, and returned downstairs carrying his greaves.

"Thought I might replace the straps I these, they are a bit loose."

He sat by the fire, and listened to Trevelyans tale.

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -Trevelyan leans in and takes a sip of his own tea, "after I thought it was all said and done with an ancient dragon dead and few more with it, and the rest flew off I decided to leave and this damn creature type thing came rampaging out of the inn. -

-Trevelyan looks over at Eilonwy and said "thank you my dear but I've already had a bath with that smelled of honey, so I have a honey smell right now but thank you though"-

Ashley Barton Eilonwy: Very well. You may keep it for future need.

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -Trevelyan gave a sweet smile- "thank you my dear, ill keep that in mind"

Ashley Barton (Eilonwy chirped delightfully. She then pecked Elisvan's cheek, giving a soft squeak.

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -Trevelyan chuckled- "See Elisvan I told you"

Elisvan Skywatch Elisvan jumped a foot off the chair, "Ahh, yes. Well, harumph... umm yes. Was it a werewolf looking creature?"

Ashley Barton (She sqeaks cutely.)

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -Trevelyan laughed-

"werewolf looking? Oh please that was only half of it, the damned thing was red and orange like it came out of dagons plane of oblivion. And it had the head of a dragon and it was scaley but still had a werewolf like figure and had a gutteral gurgling voice".

Vorm Odinnson I climb the stairs from the hot spring with a freshly shaved scalp, skin pink from heat and heavy scrubbing. Wiggling a pinky finger in my ear I pop it out to allow the water to drain. Leaning into the den I see them all taking their ease before the fire and wander upstairs to toss my dirt an soot stained clothing into the bin.

For-going a shirt as I would be working the forge to repair the dents in my armor. descending heavily down the stairs I enter the den and make my way to the ice box taking out a fine bottle of Colovian Brandy-wine and pour 4 glasses for those before the fire, taking up the glasses of Brandy-wine and taking them over to those before the fire, "Brandy-wine?"

Elisvan Skywatch "Ah, Vorm. Yes, please. And, I want to thank you for your hospitality. Your home is still brand new, but it feels like it's been here a thousand years. Perhaps this land was always meant for you." Elisvan takes a sip of the Brandy-Wine. "Mmm." He closes his eyes, savouring the delicate flavour.

Christopher Trevelyan Carter "I too want to thank you for the hospitality and I agree with elisvan"

Trevelyan takes a sip of the wine.

Vorm Odinnson I chuckle and take a seat nearby, "That is because the basement has been...

Anorien and some other Legion volunteers helped clear out the debris from what i can only imagine to be an ancient dwemer bath house... I apologize Lady Eilonwy, it is probably a bit rough by your feminine standards but the bath downstairs is quite warm, you are welcome to make use of it, though Ive no feminine clothing to replace what you have..."

Vorm Odinnson I've fought many battles friends, its about time i found some form of peace any are welcome within Skogurheim though should a blade be drawn here the wielder can expect me to use their throat for its scabbard."

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -Trevelyan raised a glass-

"Understood"

Ashley Barton Eilonwy: It is fine. My brother and I have been through worse...

Vorm Odinnson I wink at him and continue, "In fact come spring I hope to Expand the hall and hire some others to make this place a well guarded way house for travelers perhaps. This way those on the road will have a safe place to resupply, and rest while out on the road, In fact I may go so far as to build a few of them throughout the realm, though I'm not sure as of yet, pipe dreams perhaps but time may dictate what occurs."

Christopher Trevelyan Carter "Its a good thing to thing to ponder, that's for sure"

Ashley Barton Eilonwy: You have a good heart, Mr. Vorm.

Crystal: Yes, you do...

Elisvan Skywatch "An excellent idea. Very gracious of you Vorm. So, to the matter at hand," Elisvan took a sip of the Brandy, "...this really is remarkable. I do think staying here as long as our host sees fit is an excellent time idea to refresh our bodies and our minds. Jarl Crystal, I thought you were in Embershard. When did you arrive, or do my eyes deceive me?"

Ashley Barton Crystal: I'm still waiting for Anorien... He said he had something for me. I'll hear you out while I wait...

Christopher Trevelyan Carter "Too much wine ambassador?"

Vorm Odinnson "Well lets just say word of the Civil wars round here have made it clear cross the Empire to Valenwood, and if I heard of it between the clangs of Bosmeri arrows ringing off my helm well you can be sure others have as well... and well I take my charges seriously even if the Legions did ASK me to "retire" no offence to their marshal skill but the legion troops around here are little better than bandits.... I aim to take the wolves among them and give them something better to do, the rest.... well those lap dogs can cringe beneath the legions heel to their hearts content... Apologies lady... Crystal was it? Anorien should be back in a bit hes run off to Ivarstead to gather more feed for the horses. Seems we werent expecting so many guests. Though I would like to know what the little Bosmer is offering..."

Ashley Barton Crystal: No offence was taken...

Elisvan Skywatch "I've only had two sips! Crystal, we intend to march on Windhelm. What is happening will not stand. Not to beings so pure as Eilonwy's kin. My goal would be to reinstate you as Jarl. But, I need to know, are you the Jarl Windhelm needs right now? Can you be the one to help us usher in a new age of peace and understanding?" He looked to Crystal expectantly.

Ashley Barton Crystal: I will... I want Windhelm, and hopefully Skyrim, to be a more inclusive and fair society.

Vorm Odinnson I snort trying to hide my laughter, "Elisvan that wine does contain Brandy you know... apologies I'd thought I said something...."

Anorien Tauredhel Blinking into existence beside Vorm's chair I whisper into his ear, "...The stable feed is filled all horses have been fed, watered, and brushed, did you need anything else Sir?"

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -Trevelyan sighs-

"know I look bosmer but i also have altmer and imperial and as for such, I'm court mage to jarl Angelina of solitude but shes busy In the forgotten vale so I'm left wondering around. but if the legion and the diminion needs me ill be there you can count on me."

Elisvan Skywatch "It does seem your father has other plans. Can you tell us, for we have not been privy to the politics involved, what happened? How did Ulfric return?"

Vorm Odinnson "BLOODY TALOS IN OBLIVION ANORIEN! when the fuck did you learn to do that?"

Anorien Tauredhel "Ive always known how to blink Sir, its one of the reason my brother and I were so effective as scouts and assassins against the stormcloak officers..."

Ashley Barton Crystal: I don't know yet, but I've heard rumours that there may have been some of his men on the inside... My children and the civilians of Windhelm are seeking refuge in Riften. And what did you need of me, Anorien?

Vorm Odinnson "I see... damn me I thought you just unsaddled them with that damn bow of yours..."

Anorien Tauredhel "some aye. Others well, shall I say I scared them to death with a blade?"

Elisvan Skywatch "So, did you flee, or were you forced out? Pardon me, but something us not quite adding up."

Ashley Barton Crystal: Sonya rescued me. I got held prisoner when I least expected...

Vorm Odinnson I sigh and reply, "Seems fair to me I guess just, just try not to do that too damn often youll give me a heart attack. Now pay attention, the others speak on something YOU apparently offered services on or something."

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -Trevelyan looks around and brings a chair to the corner and sits back leaning.

"Sorry with all the talking I assumed I was able to relax, were you talking to me?"

Anorien Tauredhel "Who wha? um apologies m'lady, I only sent forth word to request you and the other Jarls send the Legitus here some willing assistance in his one man war against the dragons. But," he looks around at everyone, "I think it safe to say that war is over..."

Vorm Odinnson "Not that I am aware of Trevelyan."

Ashley Barton Crystal: Good... Now, what's the matter you wanted to discuss?

Elisvan Skywatch "I see. We need all the intelligence we can get, before we enter the city. If we need to use force, do you have any forces, or loyal guards that could help us stabilize things while you return?"

Anorien Tauredhel "I think the Legitus is most interested in this little argument throughout Windhelm. Unless ive missed my mark I think theyre intending to how shall I say.... "quiet the noise" in the Hold?

Vorm Odinnson "Well said Anorien, well said."

Ashley Barton Crystal: Taking down the uprising?

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -Trevelyan looks over at Anorien and said "from the scouting I've done there's two more holds to liberate from dragons, and vorm I did say that if the legion needs me ill be there and same goes for the diminion. But if I can help with windhelm ill help the best I can"-

Vorm Odinnson I nodded, setting aside the brandy-wine, "Aye Lady, I'll not have noisy neighbors... Riften is bad enough. Ill not have my Northern neighbors getting rambunctious as well..."

Vorm Odinnson "I've already shattered dragons, what say we dont put down some Nordic sqwabbles while were at it...."

Elisvan Skywatch "Precisely. And freeing the Memorimer. I want your guarantee that Mer will be treated fairly, free to come and go as they please and that the torture stops. Of course I would station a Justiciar nearby to keep an eye on things after the fact."

Ashley Barton Crystal: Elves and beastfolk will be held to the same protections and standards as humans.

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -Trevelyan watches the as the chat proceeds smoothly and sits back to enjoy wine-

Vorm Odinnson "Sure, sure what Elisvan said... all I want is the blood of the bastards causing harm on my blade... Lead by example lets say. They lead the way to Oblivion bitching about how they fucked up and pissed off the wrong neighbor, I can live with that."

Ashley Barton Crystal: I believe everyone has worked hard enough for their rights... It's past time to grant it to them...

Shawn Lancaster Imin readied his forces, he sent word via messenger hawk to Crystal, letting her know he's ready to march at her order. He wanted to go now, but not without the Jarl. The hawk squawked on a window, with the message attached, looking at Crystal.

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -Trevelyan falls alseep while still leaning backwards in the chair, he was more then wipped out from the fight today. He had used to much speed and stamina.-

Vorm Odinnson I nod as I listen, "I believe its time to repair my armor, Anorien, I want details. Make sure I get them. Any one who needs repairs make sure I see them, No armor leaves this hall without inspection, no blade leaves chipped, no bowstring leaves frayed. Anorien, see to it."

Getting up from my chair I head for the forge, leaving the others to talk while I begin my repairs, my expensive goblet of chilled Colovian Brandy-wine sitting half full on the arm of my chair...

Ashley Barton Crystal: Hello. (She got the message from the hawk.) It's a message from Imin. He wants me to lead.a march against the Stormcloaks.

Anorien Tauredhel "Well if I am guessing right I think it safe to say that you have the Legitus' support..." I shudder as I think of Vorm raging through stromcloak lines in his vastly heavy battle armor.

Ashley Barton Crystal: Hello. (She got the message from the hawk.) It's a message from Imin. He wants me to lead.a march against the Stormcloaks.

Anorien Tauredhel "Well if I am guessing right I think it safe to say that you have the Legitus' support..." I shudder as I think of Vorm raging through stromcloak lines in his vastly heavy battle armor.

Shawn Lancaster Marcus(for those who don't know or forget, he's the priest of Mara in Riften, and an advisor/friend to Imin) heard word of what was happening in Windhelm, so he set off to find Jarl Crystal. He approached the house others had told him she had traveled to, and politely knocked on the door.

Ashley Barton (Crystal opened the door.)

Crystal: Hello, Marcus. How are you?

Shawn Lancaster Marcus would enter, and bow respectfully to Crystal. "I'm doing well Crystal. I heard the troubling news of Windhelm, and wanted to makes sure you and your family were alright."

Ashley Barton Crystal: Selkir's in Solitude. His siblings are in Riften.

Shawn Lancaster "What of your husband Farkas, did he make it out alright?" He'd look around the house, it had a cozy feeling to it. He saw a man working on his armor (Vorm Odinnson) An ambassador sitting at a table(Elisvan Skywatch), and a bosmer asleep in a chair.

Ashley Barton Farkas: Yeah, I'm fine... Bastards ripped out my fake leg though. Took Crystal a bit to fix it.

Shawn Lancaster "Well I'm just happy your alright, I've also heard Imin readied to march on Windhelm to take it back.." Marcus would grow silent "but..there's a problem"

Ashley Barton Crystal: What's the problem?

Shawn Lancaster "I understand that you and your father have had your differences, but do you still care for him?"

Ashley Barton Crystal: After finding out that he ordered for the enclave to be attacked, no... He lost all love I had for him... Do with him as you see fit.

He also threatened the other civilians of Windhelm with his insurgence. That is unacceptable.

He also endangered my family...

Elisvan Skywatch "My forces stand ready. Our plan is to enter the city, secure his arrest peacefully, and return Crystal to the Throne. If there is resistance... we will address it."

Christopher Trevelyan Carter -The elf breed mix fell back in his chair with a rude awakening while hitting his head off the wall, resulted in a loud thud.

And said "OOOWWW"-

-Trevelyan stood up mumbling "don't trust anyone with anus in their name"-