Remnants of Arda: Dunedain in a Foreign Land

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Dark days have descended upon all of Arda.

The final battle of the War of the Ring had come...
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Dark days have descended upon all of Arda.

The final battle of the War of the Ring had come, and Aragorn II Ellesar, rightful King of Gondor and Eriador, has passed into the shadow of Mordor and all those that followed him to that battle now lay dead. Worst of all, the purpose of that last battle failed.

Sauron, heir of Morgoth, has arisen once more. His power waxes now, having reclaimed his greatest treasure, in these final days. Great legions of orcs, and worse, march from that fell land , and the Dark Lord slowly gathers all evil to his banner. Gondor, weak after the Battle of the Pelennor Fields and the Black Gate, though valiant, cannot contest with the might of Mordor alone. Rohan would be of little help, even should more men rally, as the greater body of its men had perished on the field at Pelennor.

All this, Alagostor knew. The man, tall, with the black hair and grey eyes typical of his people, glared out across the shadowy waters as he contemplated all of this. This man, a far distant cousin of Aragorn, was the chief of the Dunedain now that his liege was either dead or captured.

Rather than contest with the might of Sauron, Alagostor made a decision he knew had earned the scorn of many. He fled, with all his people, many gondorians and eridorians. Few of the small ones made the journey from the Shire. A fact that grieved Alagostor greatly. He fled from the shadow of evil, rather than stand with the Free People of Arda. Coward many whispered, in the shadows where they thought he could not hear. Many of the Dunedain abandoned him, choosing to remain and die.

'Fools.' Alagostor thinks scornfully,though sadness stains the thought, as he turns and glares at the sound of someone approaching him.

His glare eases little when he recognizes the man approaching him.

"What do you wish of me, Acharndir?" Alagostor barks, his voice cold.

Acharndir was tall, and much resembled Alagostor, save for his pale, blonde hair.

"Can I not visit with my cousin?" Acharndir asks, his voice far warmer and cheerful than the elder man.

Alagostor snorts, not deigning his younger cousin with an answer. While the man kept his complaints silent, Alagostor knew that his cousin held at least some scorn for him and his decision. The mask of warmth did little to hide the disdain hidden in his eyes.

"I have no interest in false companionship. Say your piece and be done with it, or leave me be." Alagostor says, bitterness tainting his thoughts and words. When they were younger, Acharndir had been his favorite cousin. Indeed, Alagostor had loved him greatly until very recently. Which only made Acharndir's disdain more hurtful.

Acharndir frowns at that, a strange light entering his eyes as he stares at his kinsman.

"Land has been spotted, Chieftain." He says, his voice as cold as his leader's, as he hands the Chieftain of the Dunedain a spyglass and walks away.

The cold metal brushes Alagostor's hands as he turns back towards the ocean. Through the bronze instrument he see's:

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[] A frozen coast.

[] A great, dark forest.

[] The fertile coast of a river delta.

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Alagostor, before he fled Arda, met with several realms and peoples as he led the Dunedain away. As such, he had the opportunity to ask for aid and boons, or claim treasures of past ages.

You have five points to spend on boons:


[] (1 point) Shards of the Black Sword: Gurthang, the Iron of Death, the weapon that claimed the life of Beleg Cuthalion, Glaurung, and Turin Turambar.

Originally named Anglachel, made by the dark elf Eol in the First Age, this sword was reforged by the smiths of Nargothrond for Turin.

Alagastor took the shards from Turins grave before he fled Eriador, thinking it would be a dark fate for a weapon of such note to fall into the enemies hands.

[] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.

[] (3 points) Palantir: The new steward, Faramir son of Denethor, gave the final seeing stones in their possession to Alagostor as a parting gift to the Dunedain, in the hopes that they would aid them when they settled in a new land.

[] (3 points) Horses of the Rohirrim: While they had few warriors to spare, Alagostor managed to negotiate with the Rohirrim for a breeding stock of their prized horses.

[] ( 3 points) Ships of the Elves: The elves make some of the finest ships in the world. As a final gift to the Dunedain, a people they have long had close ties with, they granted Alagostor ten of their finest ships.

[] Write-in. Has to be approved by the GM's.
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Wait to post please. I have to reserve some space. As always, @drexal15 is my Co-GM.
 
Friends, Family, and Foes:

(Father-Deceased) Rhonir: Husband of Malrin, Father of Aeron, Aglarebon, and Alagostros. This man marched with the Grey Company and perished at the Battle of the Black Gate.

(Brother-Deceased) Aeron: Alagostros's eldest brother. This man marched with the Grey Company and perished at the Battle of the Pelennor Fields.

(Brother-Deceased) Aglarebon: Alagostros's second eldest brother. He perished with his father at the Black Gate.

(Mother-Deceased) Malrin: Wife of Rhonir, Mother of Aeron, Aglarebon, and Alagostros. She died of sickness a few short years after her youngest was born.

(Uncle-Deceased) Caranoron: Brother of Rhonir, Husband of Bregil, Father of Acharndir and Calemireth. He was slain in an orc raid, defending his wife, son, and youngest nephew.

(Aunt-Deceased) Bregil: Wife of Caranoron, Mother of Acharndir and Calemireth. She was slain by an orc, shortly after her husband died.

(Cousin-Alive) Calemireth: Daughter of Bregil and Caranoron, Sister of Acharndir. She has recently had her nineteenth birthday. She is notably tall, matching Alagostros in height, with green eyes and deep black hair. She is by far the favorite of Alagostros's currently living relatives, as she was one of the few that was supportive of the move.

(Cousin-Alive) Acharndir: Son of Bregil and Caranoron, Brother of Calemireth. He is twenty years old and is slightly shorter than Alagostros, but also broader. He has short-cropped blond hair and grey eyes. He largely stood against his cousins decision to leave Arda, but Alagostros thinks he will remain loyal. For stability and unity, if not out of any familial loyalty.
 
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You said we could do write ins.

I has idea's :D

[X] A lesser ring of the elves.

[X] A sapling of the white tree (the one Aragon found on the sloaps of Mount Mindolluin, it supposed to bestow a Fisher king like effect.

[X] Elven or Dwarven knowledge in general.

[X] Elves, younger ones probably from Mirkwood who we know remained as the world faded.

These ok @Helel and @drexal15 ?

Other wise my plan would be.

[] A great, dark forest.

[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.

[X] ( 3 points) Ships of the Elves: The elves make some of the finest ships in the world. As a final gift to the Dunedain, a people they have long had close ties with, they granted Alagostor ten of their finest ships.

Can I ask a few questions about where we will end up ect. to help model what we may need.
 
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[X] A great, dark forest.
[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.
[X] (3 points) Horses of the Rohirrim: While they had few warriors to spare, Alagostor managed to negotiate with the Rohirrim for a breeding stock of their prized horses.

Let's go long-term with the benefits. Dwarven Craftsmen means that we get the best weapons and armor for a long time, and with the Horses of the Rohirrim we get the best horses for a long time.
 
[X] The fertile coast of a river delta.
[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.
[X] (3 points) Horses of the Rohirrim: While they had few warriors to spare, Alagostor managed to negotiate with the Rohirrim for a breeding stock of their prized horses.
 
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You said we could do write ins.

I has idea's :D

[X] A lesser ring of the elves.

Two points. You'll have to specify its powers.

[X] A sapling of the white tree (the one Aragon found on the sloaps of Mount Mindolluin, it supposed to bestow a Fisher king like effect.

Three points.

[X] Elven or Dwarven knowledge in general.

Can you be specific on what knowledge you want from this?

[X] Elves, younger ones probably from Mirkwood who we know remained as the world faded.

I need to talk to @drexal15. My first instinct is to say no.

These ok @Helel and @drexal15 ?

Other wise my plan would be.


[] A great, dark forest.

[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.

[X] ( 3 points) Ships of the Elves: The elves make some of the finest ships in the world. As a final gift to the Dunedain, a people they have long had close ties with, they granted Alagostor ten of their finest ships.

Can I ask a few questions about where we will end up ect. to help model what we may need.

You can ask questions. I might not answer some of them to your satisfaction though.
 
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Two points. You'll have to specify its powers.
Smithing, ty.

Can you be specific on what knowledge you want from this?
From Dwarfs knowledge of Architecture

From the elves knowledge of singing, how they can affect the world through it ect.

You can ask questions. I might not answer some of them to your satisfaction though.
Don't worry I'm used to that.

1. Are we ending up in a different world cause ou quite clearly state
Which is the name of the World.
2. Are these merely different Biomes
3. We being chased.
4. Do we still have part of the gift of the Valar, cause if we do I imagine that its being yanked as we speak
Will probably think of more questions soonish, little tired at the moment.
 
[jk] Mumakil - What more do you need? xD

[X] The fertile coast of a river delta.

[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen
[X] (3 points) Horses of the Rohirrim

I'm sad. I want ships AND horses.
 
[X] The fertile coast of a river delta.
[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.
[X] (3 points) Horses of the Rohirrim: While they had few warriors to spare, Alagostor managed to negotiate with the Rohirrim for a breeding stock of their prized horses.
 
Smithing, ty.


From Dwarfs knowledge of Architecture

From the elves knowledge of singing, how they can affect the world through it ect.


Don't worry I'm used to that.

1. Are we ending up in a different world cause ou quite clearly state Which is the name of the World.
2. Are these merely different Biomes
3. We being chased.
4. Do we still have part of the gift of the Valar, cause if we do I imagine that its being yanked as we speak
Will probably think of more questions soonish, little tired at the moment.

1. Yes, each option represents a different world. BROB did it is likely the only answer you're going to get on that front.
2. Nope. Every option represents a different world. Again BROB.
3. Not right now. Though Sauron could likely find you if he learns of your migration.
4. The gift of the Valar had been on steady decline for centuries at this point. The next few generations of Dunedain may maintain their lifespans for a while, but it will fade to nothing eventually. Unless you do something to earn it back. Considering the Valar are in another world, and you just ran from Sauron instead of standing and fighting as best you could, not going to be an easy feat.
 
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[X] A great, dark forest.

[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.

[X] ( 3 points) Ships of the Elves: The elves make some of the finest ships in the world. As a final gift to the Dunedain, a people they have long had close ties with, they granted Alagostor ten of their finest ships.
 
You said we could do write ins.

I has idea's :D

[X] A lesser ring of the elves.

[X] A sapling of the white tree (the one Aragon found on the sloaps of Mount Mindolluin, it supposed to bestow a Fisher king like effect.

[X] Elven or Dwarven knowledge in general.

[X] Elves, younger ones probably from Mirkwood who we know remained as the world faded.

These ok @Helel and @drexal15 ?

Other wise my plan would be.

[] A great, dark forest.

[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.

[X] ( 3 points) Ships of the Elves: The elves make some of the finest ships in the world. As a final gift to the Dunedain, a people they have long had close ties with, they granted Alagostor ten of their finest ships.

Can I ask a few questions about where we will end up ect. to help model what we may need.

No to the elves.
 
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[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.
[X] ( 3 points) Ships of the Elves: The elves make some of the finest ships in the world. As a final gift to the Dunedain, a people they have long had close ties with, they granted Alagostor ten of their finest ships.
No. of votes: 1
Alex pears

[X] A great, dark forest.
[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.
[X] (3 points) Horses of the Rohirrim: While they had few warriors to spare, Alagostor managed to negotiate with the Rohirrim for a breeding stock of their prized horses.
No. of votes: 1
UltimatePaladin

[X] The fertile coast of a river delta.
[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.
[X] (3 points) Horses of the Rohirrim: While they had few warriors to spare, Alagostor managed to negotiate with the Rohirrim for a breeding stock of their prized horses.
No. of votes: 2
Orisha91
EVA-Saiyajin

[X] The fertile coast of a river delta.
[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen
[X] (3 points) Horses of the Rohirrim
No. of votes: 1
Glint

[X] A great, dark forest.
[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.
[X] ( 3 points) Ships of the Elves: The elves make some of the finest ships in the world. As a final gift to the Dunedain, a people they have long had close ties with, they granted Alagostor ten of their finest ships.
No. of votes: 1
Gingganz
 
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[X] A great, dark forest.
[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.
[X] (3 points) Horses of the Rohirrim: While they had few warriors to spare, Alagostor managed to negotiate with the Rohirrim for a breeding stock of their prized horses.
 
Can we reproduce the Elven ships on our own if we pick them? Because if we can that I'd say that they are better the Horses. If not Horses are definitely the better choice.

[X] The fertile coast of a river delta.
[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.

EDIT: The Start of a strong navy, for trade and warfare.
[X] ( 3 points) Ships of the Elves: The elves make some of the finest ships in the world. As a final gift to the Dunedain, a people they have long had close ties with, they granted Alagostor ten of their finest ships..
 
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[X] The fertile coast of a river delta.
[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.
[X] (3 points) Horses of the Rohirrim: While they had few warriors to spare, Alagostor managed to negotiate with the Rohirrim for a breeding stock of their prized horses.

A fertile land with farms as far as the eye can see, dwarven-made tools in every hand and a mighty cavalry to project our power far and wide. A man Dave can dream.
 
From Dwarfs knowledge of Architecture

From the elves knowledge of singing, how they can affect the world through it ect.
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Two points.

Can we reproduce the Elven ships on our own if we pick them? Because if we can that I'd say that they are better the Horses. If not Horses are definitely the better choice.

[X] The fertile coast of a river delta.
[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.

You could learn to reproduce the elven ships, yes.
 
[X] The fertile coast of a river delta.
[X] (2 points) Dwarven Craftsmen: Before his flight, Alagostor visited Ered Luin. While not prosperous, as most of Durin's folk returned to Erebor after it was reclaimed, there were still many smiths and craftsmen willing to join the migration from Arda.
[X] (3 points) Horses of the Rohirrim: While they had few warriors to spare, Alagostor managed to negotiate with the Rohirrim for a breeding stock of their prized horses.
 
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