Roleplay

[center]At the edge of the Windswept Plateau on the side bordering the ocean, there's an old wooden staircase, almost hidden from sight. It goes down, wrapping around the edge of the cliff, and disappears in the distance.The stairs seem sturdy enough to hold even under the weight of flightless dragons such as Snappers and Gaolers. It's most-likely reinforced with magic, but still. It's quite the climb, but at the end, there's a tavern built into the side of the cliff. It seems the stairs descend all the way to a dock, hidden away in a cave at the base of the cliff as well, allowing for direct access from the ocean as well. Once inside the Tavern, a large red Imperial looks up from the table she's washing to greet you "Welcome to [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/lair/362777/1949865/1]The Viper's Den[/url], find a table that suits your party's size and we'll have someone over momentarily to take your order" [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/66083181][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/660832/66083181_350.png[/img][/url] [s](Having a Tavern in your lair isn't really all that fun without dragons to visit it, so consider this the official opening of "The Viper's Den", an out-of-the-way Tavern for dragons who maybe like to keep a low profile XD. All are welcome so long as you don't cause trouble)[/s]

[center][u][b]About the Tavern[/b][/u] Built by Actress herself, The Viper's Den has been around for a couple of decades now. The main area is a run-of-the-mill tavern bar, but the cliffside has been hollowed out and reformed to have rather spacious rooms for the Staff and Patrons. The Tavern itself is a hub for pirates, thieves, and other roguish types, though it is also frequented by adventurers and travelers. Actress works on a no-questions-asked policy. so long as you don't cause trouble, you're welcome to stay as long as you need (or can afford) ----- [u][b]List of Tavern Staff[/b][/u] [columns][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/66083181][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/portraits/660832/66083181p.png[/img][/url] [nextcol][b]Actress[/b] is the Owner of the Tavern. She also sells information and offers the odd job or two occasionally. She and her adoptive son Cogadh live in the tavern along with the rest of the staff. Actress plays a very active part in waiting tables and preparing food/drinks for the various tavern patrons, and may be willing to give you a discount if you give a good story of your adventures.[/columns] --- [columns][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/67786093][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/portraits/677861/67786093p.png[/img][/url] [nextcol][b]Cogadh[/b] is Actress' adopted son. While he mostly helps in the kitchens preparing food, he also Helps out by making sure that rooms are clean and ready to rent. He's lived almost his whole life at The Viper's Den, and wouldn't call anywhere else home. As such, he's very protective of the tavern. He may be young, but he is not someone to cross. [/columns] --- [columns][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/57207646][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/portraits/572077/57207646p.png[/img][/url] [nextcol][b]Null[/b] just showed up one day and never left. Plenty of folks have tried to get him to tell his story, but no one has succeeded as of yet, or if they have they aint telling. Null is very quiet, keeps to himself, few and far between have even heard him speak. Rumor has it that he was exiled from the southern ice flows [/columns] --- [columns][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/53544533][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/portraits/535446/53544533p.png[/img][/url] [nextcol][b]Circe[/b] has been around a while. Actress found her as a hatchling rooting through the trash behind the tavern. The imperial brought her inside and gave her food. Circe has stuck around ever since to pay her back. She usually just works as the tavern's bouncer, but she can also cook and wait tables when things get busy [/columns] --- [columns][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/53482320][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/portraits/534824/53482320p.png[/img][/url] [nextcol][b]Wraith[/b] is a charismatic young skydancer. He has rather poor blood circulation though and is always dressed warmly because of it. As is head of the waitstaff, he's careful and quick. thanks to his eidetic memory, he never forgets an order or face. Frequent customers have been greeted with their favorite meal or drink before even having a chance to order thanks to him [/columns] ----- [columns][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/55072016][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/portraits/550721/55072016p.png[/img][/url] [nextcol][b] Seoul[/b] Is new to the Viper's den. He showed up in the middle of a summer storm by crashing through one of the windows. The strange Fae stuck around ever since to pay the tavern back for damages, though he seems to like it here[/columns] ----- [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/den/362777/1874918/2?name=&type=undefined]Frequent Patrons[/url] ----- [u][b]The Menu[/b][/u] [url=https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1QU9F92uWwrWrNkz-Gicss-eK4gWOLXOB6z7mlNlTSug/edit?usp=sharing][emoji=book 2 size=1] [/url] ----- [u][b]Lodging Prices[/b][/u] 1g/100t per night per person for one basic room 2g/200t per night per person for one joint room (door between the rooms) 5g/500t per day to dock your ship in the tavern's docks [i][s](please note that these are for rp only, you don't actually have to pay anything)[/s][/i]

[columns]The stairs creaked underneath Baskor's feet, and the imperial glanced over the edge as the lashing waves below. He buried any trepidations and headed inside the rather spacious tavern. Clearly built with Imperials, Guardians and other massive breeds in mind. It smelt like, well, a tavern; despite the general cleanliness and well-kept staff, Baskor could practically taste the desperation in the air. Shuffling out of the doorway, Baskor headed for the closest unoccupied table he could see. While he didn't mind company, company tended to mind him. He was, in the best terms, the unknown; something that could never be truly understood. That tended to scare people. He only needed to stay for what, three days? Just enough for Abran to calm down, at least. There was slight shuffling in his shawl and with a quick glance, he saw the Neighbor has awoken and clambered into view. He'd nearly forgotten the small Fae had come with him, but the memories rushed back to him now. [b]"Good nap?"[/b] Baskor asked in a low rumble, and the Neighbor nodded whilst rubbing his eyes. [b]"I could go for some breakfast,"[/b] The Neighbor - didn't he have a name? Baskor couldn't recall it - responded. [b]"I had nightmares of waking up and seeing you'd left me behind,"[/b] Ah. Those nightmares weren't unfounded, so Baskor didn't try to reassure the smaller dragon. It was quite hard to remember someone like the Neighbor when you weren't looking directly at him; curses were such pesky things. [b]"I'm sure someone will be here to take our order soon,"[/b][nextcol][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/39626475][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/396265/39626475.png[/img][/url] [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/59399728][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/593998/59399728.png[/img][/url][/columns] -----

[columns] It was a slow day at the Tavern, most of the regulars weren't in today, aside from [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/46731171]Cofaidh[/url] of course, though she was more or less a permanent resident and therefore an exception. The Tundra in question was over on the other side of the tavern by herself and didn't seem to react much to the newcomers. Aside from her, there was the Imperial who greeted them and a gaoler behind the bar, though the imperial was back to washing tables. There was the smell of freshly cooked food wafting out from the kitchen, but it was impossible to tell who was making it it didn't take long at all before a rather warm-looking skydancer made his way over to their table from the back-room where he'd been taking a break while waiting for new tavern patrons to arrive [b]"Greetings, I'm [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/53482320]Wraith[/url], your waiter today, what would the two of you like?"[/b] He sat politely with his tail wrapped around him, tilting his head slightly as waited patiently for their replies. [nextcol][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/portraits/467312/46731171p.png[/img] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/portraits/534824/53482320p.png[/img][/columns] ----- @Topazal

[columns]Baskor huffed when the fae climbed up his neck like a particularly energetic kitten, small claws sinking in between his scales. The Neighbor sat on top of his hat, tail wrapped around one of Baskor's ears to prevent the fae from falling. [b]"I'd like whatever you're cooking that smells so heavenly,"[/b] The Neighbor said, standing up a bit to sniff at the air. Baskor could smell cooking food, the scent lingering in the air everywhere. He wasn't particularly hungry, at least for nothing these fine folk could provide. He could fast for a few days, because he loathed to hunt outside of his usual territory. [b]"You'll eat me out of house and home,"[/b] Baskor huffed. [b]"Just some water for me, please. Do you know if there's anywhere to stay around here? An inn, or a public campground?"[/b] Baskor asked, focusing entirely on the skydancer in front of him. [nextcol][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/39626475][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/396265/39626475.png[/img][/url] [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/59399728][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/593998/59399728.png[/img][/url][/columns] ----- @HatLordAve

[columns] [nextcol]Wraith gave a small, amused smile at the fae dragon's antics [b]"One water coming right up! And that would be roasted acorns and a dusky apple pie! I can perhaps get you some sugar bees while you wait? On the house, we have a bit of a surplus right now"[/b] That surplus was due to a nest down at the docks that Circe had taken care of, but customers didn't need to know that [b]"as for lodgings, we several available rooms here! I can go let Actress know so she can get you set up!"[/b] he stood, ready to go give their orders to the kitchen [b]"Just let me know if you need anything else"[/b] [nextcol][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/portraits/534824/53482320p.png[/img]

[columns][b]"It's been a while since I've had sugar bees,"[/b] The fae flicked a fin as Wraith outlined the order. The Southern Icefield's cuisine was usually quite savory or spicy, sweetness was normally reserved for treats given to hatchlings and whelps. [b]"That all sounds fine, thank you,"[/b] Baskor was many things, but he wasn't unkind to waitstaff. He blinked slowly, his gaze wandering away from Wraith. He reserved some amusement for the thought that the waiter might forget the Neighbor's order and only bring back a single glass of water, but he tried to shy away from the skydancer in his mind; lest his mind wander to thoughts of hunger. [b]"Do you still have eyes back home, Baskor?"[/b] The Neighbor asked, softly; so as to not let the other patrons or staff hear. Baskor shook his head; he'd brought his flock with him, his magic was not so strong as to maintain a connection from across the ocean. [b]"My flock will stay outside, we'll simply wait in blindness and head back in a few days,"[/b] Baskor responded. If any entering dragons noticed a bizarre amount of Death Seekers around the area, well, Baskor would argue that was their problem. Wanting to exit the conversation as quickly as possible, Baskor shushed the fae when he noticed someone approaching them. Ah, perhaps this was Actress?[nextcol][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/39626475][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/396265/39626475.png[/img][/url] [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/59399728][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/593998/59399728.png[/img][/url][/columns] ----- @HatLordAve

[columns]As Wraith made his way to the kitchens to deliver the order, the Imperial who'd first greeted them when they'd entered had returned [b]"I'm Actress, the owner of this tavern. Wraith tells me you'll be needing a room? We've got plenty of openings right now, any particular requirements for the room?"[/b] She looked over the pair of travelers, it was hard to tell what was going through her head since she wore a mask over her face. [b]"and would you like one room or two?"[/b] [nextcol][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/portraits/660832/66083181p.png[/img] [/columns] ----- @Topazal

[columns]Baskor was briefly reminded of the numerous dragons in Frosthome who covered their faces for varying reasons. He was also reminded of the Shadebound, who covered their faces to hide the disfigurement they earned from their loyalty to the Shade. Something about Actress's presence set alarm bells ringing in Baskor's head, but not loud enough for him to do more than merely hesitate. [b]"We will be needing a room for a few days,"[/b] Baskor stated, lifting a claw to let the Neighbor climb from his hat to his talons. The fae flapped his wings unsteadily as Baskor gently lowered him to the table and let the Neighbor stand on the wood. [b]"A window or balcony would be preferable,"[/b] The imperial added. Wait, separate rooms? What for? He'd come here alone, him and his flock. Confusion took him by surprise, and it was evident in his expression. [b]"A single room will be fine!"[/b] The Neighbor's voice was a bit shrill as he took to the air to hover in front of Baskor's face, and the imperial sighed as he felt the weight of the Neighbor's glare. [b]"A flyswatter included would also be preferable,[/b]" Baskor joked in a complete monotone as he raised one claw to swipe at the Neighbor, causing the fae to flit back and forth and eventually land on Wraith's masked snout. [b]"How much for a three-day stay?"[/b][nextcol][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/39626475][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/396265/39626475.png[/img][/url] [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/59399728][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/593998/59399728.png[/img][/url][/columns] ----- @HatLordAve

[columns]The imperial lifted her head to look up at the ceiling as she calculated the worth of their stay [b]"basic rooms with a window are one gem per night, or one-hundred silver treasure pieces."[/b] She blinked in surprise as the tiny fae landed on her face, though she didn't seem to mind terribly. She supposed being a mother got one used to such antics [b]"If you're planning to stay three, I'd be happy to discount that to a total of two gems or two-hundred silver treasure pieces. Breakfast is included with the room, lunch is extra if you eat here since most folk are out and about during the day, Dinner and drinks are half off for as long as your stay"[/b] She turned her gaze back to Baskor, The Neighbor still sitting on her mask [b]"is that to your liking?"[/b] As Actress finished up giving them room prices, Wraith returned with a bowl of sugar bees, and Baskor's glass of water [b]"The rest of your order will be out as soon as it's done baking"[/b] he gave them both a smile "hope you enjoy" [nextcol][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/portraits/660832/66083181p.png[/img] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/portraits/534824/53482320p.png[/img] [/columns] ----- @Topazal