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Post by edricdayne on Nov 2, 2007 21:10:03 GMT -5
Greycopse Keep is a medium sized stone keep situated on top of a hill. It is surrounded by a small town of around 300 people.
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Post by sethgreyjoy on Nov 3, 2007 16:32:41 GMT -5
A worn-looking rider approaches the wall of Greycopse at bottom of the hill. A shadowcat follows closely behind.
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Post by edricdayne on Nov 3, 2007 16:36:14 GMT -5
Captain Rickon looked down off the gatehouse to see the tired looking rider. He yelled down to him, "Halt! Who goes there?" As several guards walked next to him Captain Rickon went down to meet him.
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Post by sethgreyjoy on Nov 3, 2007 16:38:08 GMT -5
The rider smiled. "It is good to see that you are so adamant about the security of my estate." The rider looked up to the guard. "I am Seth F algrave, lord of Greycopse and Gossamer Hall."
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Post by edricdayne on Nov 3, 2007 16:41:25 GMT -5
"Gossamer Hall? This is Greycopse Keep. What is the proof you are Lord Falgrave?" Asked the Captain.
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Post by sethgreyjoy on Nov 3, 2007 16:45:03 GMT -5
Seth frowned. "Greycopse Keep? Well, I suppose that works." He called up to the captain. "I can shoot your ring off of your finger from here. Surely that would be proof?" He smiled at his jest. "I appointed Cole Tyrell to Castellan, surely he is still here?" Seth wondered. "He will verify my identity, though I am sure this is a bit overmuch."
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Post by edricdayne on Nov 3, 2007 16:49:35 GMT -5
"Cole Tyrell asked not to be disturbed. Anyway, Lord Falgrave would know the name of his own keep, I daresay." Captain Rickon said, scowling.
"Captain Rickon, I am glad you are so serious about keeping us all safe. Why don't you let me talk to him?" Clayton asked, just coming down the hill.
"Yes sir, Clayton. Maybe you would know more about Lord Seth."
"I believe I can discern whether he is Seth, or not." Clayton stood next to Captain Rickon, and continued. "So, where was it that Lord Seth left to?" Clayton asked the stranger.
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Post by sethgreyjoy on Nov 3, 2007 16:53:22 GMT -5
Seth eyed this newcomer for moment, weighing his worth. Iron seemed to sense Seth's concern and suddenly was quite still, growling.
"To Dorne, good sir. I don't believe we have met. Who are you that would command my guardsmen?" It wasn't said in anger, but a genuine question. Seth suspected the worst, seeing a man he did not know giving orders.
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Post by edricdayne on Nov 3, 2007 16:56:34 GMT -5
"Ah, I am Clayton Braska. I believe you received a letter from me a long time ago about trade. Since you have been gone I have been left to reassure the small folk, and they respect me for it. It has gotten to the point where everybody follows my orders, even the guards." Clayton smiled, sticking out his hand. "It is nice to meet you, Lord Seth. In any case, it was said you found Shadowcat pups. I do not believe somebody could imitate that." Clayton said, chuckling.
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Post by sethgreyjoy on Nov 3, 2007 16:59:25 GMT -5
Seth was still cautious. "Yes, I suppose it would be hard to reproduce. Have I given you enough reason to believe me?" He eyed the man, not being able to shake the feeling he got.
"I sent a letter ahead of me, announcing my arrival."
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Post by edricdayne on Nov 3, 2007 17:02:18 GMT -5
"I believe I have enough things to back the fact that you are Lord Seth. But one more question: What kept you so long in coming?" Clayton said, eyeing Seth suspiciously.
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Post by sethgreyjoy on Nov 3, 2007 17:06:15 GMT -5
"I was chasing a man across Dorne for quite some time. I am glad to be back and rid of it though." He smiled. "May I now be allowed access to my Keep?"
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Post by edricdayne on Nov 3, 2007 17:09:03 GMT -5
Clayton smiled, and said "Yes. You may come in. Captain Rickon, keep up the good job. Make sure nobody gets in before they are ok'd by me, Cole, Lord Seth here, and make sure they are searched for weapons." Clayton started walking up the hill. "Follow me Lord Seth, I will show you Greycopse Keep. Cole is in the Lord's Solar currently. We can talk in there."
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Post by sethgreyjoy on Nov 3, 2007 17:11:14 GMT -5
Seth led his mount forward, Iron trailing behind. "What is the reason for all of the security, Clayton?" He asked, looking around at the village beyond the wall. He could tell from the bloated stores that they were preparing for some sort of long-haul.
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Post by edricdayne on Nov 3, 2007 17:14:16 GMT -5
"Have you not heard? The Reach is now its own independent kingdom. With the Prince's Pass just to the south of us, we could be under attack at any time. Cole and myself felt it apt to prepare for a long siege that may come upon us in the future." Clayton said, as they prepared to enter the keep. "You can leave your horse here, one of the servants will take it." Clayton said, waving a boy forward. He entered the Keep, and led Seth up the steps into the Solar.
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Hope you all are well and happy.
Feb 9, 2021 15:35:26 GMT -5
Hope you all are well and happy.
Feb 9, 2021 15:35:26 GMT -5