Burton/Corianne/Disowned

Puffy

Player has built up a terrible reputation over time, with many warnings by the house that she is close to being disowned if she dont correct her course, which she hasnt. Both Braerwinter and Delzuld are now eyeing on expose/blackmailing her/the Lord with evidence of theft/conspiracy with Kural. Should the players expose it, I plan to have the house disown her publicly.

However, I am also considering that we could have some shady NPC reach out to her and offer her some support, if she proves her shady abilities. With a possible NPC sponsorship, should she take the bait and take some big risks with it. Or it may go nowhere. If she does do something interesting, we can discuss potential sponsorship then and what NPC with a new app should it happen. If it doesn't, then the NPC wont bother.

Either way, the house will disown her and she can no longer associate with Van Dorn if we agree.

Prof. Misclick

Good with disowned but I admit I am not 100% up to date on the pc actions.

Might be interesting to see the pc work more with Kural and expand the collective "shadey"? If that happens. I agree with an NPC sponsor (maybe even the same one?)

I'll read up but the pc to date really hasn't caught my eye with anything "fun". The only thing I've noticed is the grinding out of island maps and constant pming of Echo about a missing couple pieces)

Echo

@Puffy
A shady NPC support is good.
Maybe someone from the Night Masks looking to expand their enterprise.

@Prof-Misclick said in Burton/Corianne/Disowned:

constant pming of Echo about a missing couple pieces

yeah this has to stop, i've stopped responding to their PMs

Hangman

Has never really interested me from either a PC or DM perspective. Would have been much more compelling if they involved themselves in shenanigans and embraced their Maskarran faith, but I've only ever seen them take low risk flirtations with it that never amounted to anything.

That said, they're very active, put in a lot of time and effort, and do try to involve people in things. Could be a good candiate for an NPC sponsorship if for no other reason than to harness their effort and point them towards something more engaging.

Puffy

Let's go with disowned and see what they do to warrant shady business then. May just drop an encouragement to take bigger risks

Puffy

Disowning approved

Puffy

Public Declaration of Disownment by House Van Dorn

To all who may hear,

It has become painfully clear that the counsel of Lord Van Dorn has been met with disregard in the actions of one known as Corianne. Despite many months of earnest guidance, Corianne has willfully chosen to dismiss the principles of Siamorphe. For far too long, House Van Dorn has endured the repercussions of Corianne's behaviour, which can only be likened to that of a petty criminal, unworthy of noble standing. Corianne's attempts to project an air of dignity are rendered utterly meaningless by a failure to exhibit the basic courtesies expected from a mere bannerman.

Let it be known, with the issuance of this declaration, that Corianne is hereby disowned by House Van Dorn. All connections to our esteemed name and lineage are irrevocably severed. Corianne's ongoing transgressions and unlawful conduct stand not only as a disgrace to the kingdom but also as a betrayal of her former heritage. Corianne shall no longer be entitled to the name Van Dorn, nor to its colours, motto, or any other attributes associated with our House. Furthermore, any former servants or associates of Corianne are strictly forbidden from claiming any connection to us.

Corianne is hereby relegated to the status of a commoner, a title that befits her character. As a final act of mercy, House Van Dorn has chosen to refrain from pursuing any criminal charges against her.

May this declaration serve as a reminder of the standards to which we hold ourselves and those affiliated with us.

In solemnity,
Lord Van Dorn

Puffy

Hi, just to clarify OOCly on the new declaration:

The PC is still possible to play, but it is no longer a blue blood due to IC actions and other PC efforts IG
Corianne has been disowned from House Van Dorn, and is no longer a blue blood. And may no longer associate with it.
Corianne is thereby a commoner, and no longer need to worry about the House.
There are several potential pathways for Corianne to take now, and its up to you which one you prefer
Embrace the association with Kural, and go full on behind that. Very risky obviously, but maybe that will give Corianne that massive amount of attention she wants
Maybe dwell deeper into the shadier business side of Arabel
Join Olouths new adventuring guild, and look for a renewal together with the more goodly aligned Ahren and Erica
Seek redemption through the church of Siamorphe
Something else entierly

Echo

@Puffy looks good

Prof. Misclick

@Echo said in Burton/Corianne/Disowned:

@Puffy looks good

Yes!

Strife and Discord

@Prof-Misclick said in Burton/Corianne/Disowned:

@Echo said in Burton/Corianne/Disowned:

@Puffy looks good

Yes!

+1

Hangman

+2!

Puffy

Likely happening today

Puffy

Successful "tip off"

@Puffy said in Apotosis/Beckett/NPC Sponsor:

Successfully dropped off a half truthed tip off to the palace with some bribe money, which was spotted and collected by "The Clerk". Wasn't spotted by any of the guards or other NPCs (besides a cat), combined with the various posters scattered IG prior, its an excellent set up. Its only more suspicious since the both Corianne and Kural made damning posters against each other, but no action against one another.

Esteemed Lord van Dorn,
(By way of the Arbiters of Arabel)

It is with a heavy heart and great reluctance that I find myself compelled to write to you, though I do so only in the interest of preserving the peace and dignity of our beloved city. As a humble representative of several concerned citizens from the old districts, I feel duty-bound to bring to your Lordship’s attention a troubling series of rumors and events that have begun to circulate—rumors that, were they to persist, could cast an unfortunate shadow over your esteemed household.

For some time now, our district has been plagued by the rising menace of a group calling themselves the Black Triad. They move in the shadows, spreading fear, violence, and cruelty in the name of dark gods best left unspoken. Their leader, a notorious slaver known as Kural, is said to deal in terror with all the finesse of a serpent—whispers of beatings, lashings, and unholy rites have reached our ears, and his influence grows unchecked.

It pains me even to mention this, but we have reason to believe that, by some misfortune or misunderstanding, your own daughter, Ms. Corianne van Dorn, has found herself linked—however indirectly—to these sordid affairs. Numerous townsfolk have seen her in the more unsavory parts of the alleyways and rooftops, often in close proximity to Kural’s usual haunts. While we dare not presume to know her purpose there, we fear that her presence may be misinterpreted by those eager to spread ill rumors.

One such rumor—that we earnestly hope is nothing more than malicious gossip—suggests that Kural’s infamous whip, used in his brutal punishments, bears the mark of van Dorn craftsmanship. It is whispered in the streets that this very whip was crafted by Ms. van Dorn herself. Even more troubling are the murmurs that such whips have appeared for sale in Kural’s own market stall, adorned with your family’s crest. Could it be possible that these vile tools of torment have been forged under the van Dorn name?

Moreover, a chilling rumor has recently surfaced: that Ms. van Dorn bears a slaver’s mark from a Gnoll tribe, bestowed upon her by none other than Kural himself. While we refuse to believe that such a distinguished young woman could ever willingly consort with a slaver, the mere existence of this tale is enough to stir unrest in the hearts of the people. The very idea that a noble daughter could be tied to the Black Triad has caused great unease, and we can only imagine the damage this could cause to your family’s esteemed reputation if such rumors were to reach the ears of your peers.

We trust that these stories are nothing more than the product of spiteful tongues, and yet, the fear in Arabel is real. The beatings, the torture, the tyranny—it festers and grows, and with it, so do the whispers. We trust that a man of your wisdom and stature will find a way to quell these troubling whispers before they spread further. With the right guidance and assurances, this matter could be laid to rest quietly, calming the anxieties of the community. Should your house wish to restore peace and preserve its dignity, we stand ready to assist in any manner to ensure that the good name of van Dorn remains unblemished.

With the deepest respect and most sincere hope for swift justice,

Thalric Greyborne
Faceless Inn

Puffy

Rumor Mill
APP
— Today at 20:36
:loudspeaker: SHOUT ECHOES IN-GAME :loudspeaker:
[DM] Puffy: The noble courts and parlours are buzzing surrounding a most scandalous and sinful discovery
:loudspeaker: SHOUT ECHOES IN-GAME :loudspeaker:
[DM] Puffy: Whispers speaks of forbidden pleasures, wicked deeds, and the most heinous of acts
:loudspeaker: SHOUT ECHOES IN-GAME :loudspeaker:
[DM] Puffy: The suffering of innocent, the tarnished name of the Divine Right's holy dogma, and defiance against the very laws of the kingdom itself!

Puffy

Puffy — Today at 22:49
@Burton del Wescotte (Corianne)

https://nodebb.cityofarabel.com/post/395041

Hi, just to clarify OOCly on the new declaration:

The PC is still possible to play, but it is no longer a blue blood due to IC actions and other PC efforts IG
Corianne has been disowned from House Van Dorn, and is no longer a blue blood. And may no longer associate with it.
Corianne is thereby a commoner, and no longer need to worry about the House.
There are several potential pathways for Corianne to take now, and its up to you which one you prefer
Embrace the association with Kural, and go full on behind that. Very risky obviously, but maybe that will give Corianne that massive amount of attention she wants
Maybe dwell deeper into the shadier business side of Arabel
Join Olouths new adventuring guild, and look for a renewal together with the more goodly aligned Ahren and Erica
Seek redemption through the church of Siamorphe
Something else entirely

Puffy

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