7. Return to the Halls

On the goblin corpse, Jacky finds 27 copper pieces and a stone axe. There appears to be nothing remarkable about the axe.
Roskelly has been watching the retrieval and looting of the corpses with interest. He actually seems pretty relaxed and accepting of his current predicament. He’s not giving the impression of being a flight risk at the moment.

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10:40 am, Mitrasday 26th Lucrios (April) 2993 AEP
Ellagel, Elven Fighter/Magic User 1/1: 6/6, 60’
Grimidek, Dwarven Cleric 2: 13/13, 60’
Jacky, Halfling Fighter/Thief 1/1: 6/6, 60’
Thrudmarr, Wiskin Fighter 2: 7/7, 60’
Zacharias, Archontean Fighter 2: 14/14, 60’
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Eric, Labourer, 90’
Hector, Linkboy, 90’ (Hooded Lantern)
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Roskelly Winterleaf, Halfling: 120’

Link to Jacky’s maps …

"Pretty stones!" Thrud admires the results of their search in the lantern light, delighting in the way the lantern light catches the silver eye. When Ella begins reading from the scroll, Thrud tries to listen. But the words are long and there are too many of them, all strung together about light and truth and...something. His eyes glaze over and his gaze drifts to the cavern ceiling, then to Jacky counting the copper coins, then to a particularly interesting shaped rock near his foot. Bored, he takes a closer look at the wounds on the body.

More the appearance of scavengers - multiple smaller bites rather than single large chunks.

Zacharias relaxes slightly, given Roskelly's apparent acceptance of the situation and the lack of any, seemingly nefarious, actions. "Juniper, did you find anything good? Also, any munchies for Gog?"

Jacky tells the group what's on the dead goblin. Detaching his rope, the halfling goes over to Ellagel and the mage's corpse. "I don't suppose those are spells, Grim?" Jacky asks the dwarf. "They have the ring of religion to them."

Ring of religion? Is that for your right or left hand, Joralamon? Zach asks confusedly.

Jacky sighs. "Zacharias, how about you put off studying Mithric for a while and work on learning your friends' names? I do think this is getting tiresome."

What on earth do you mean, Jonathan?, Zach asks incredulously. I know your name is Jameson and that’s why I say Jehosaphat every single time, Javier!. The corners of Zach’s eyes start to glisten as tears form. His voice starts to rise in both pitch and volume as he proceeds. I cannot believe you would say something so hurtful, Jacob! I’ve put my life on the line for you. I gave up ten years of my life for you, and then you accuse me of not caring about each and every one of you to the point that I cannot even remember your names, Jintau?! At this point, Zacharias is red in the face and spittle flies from his mouth as he screams at Jacky. You are the single most ungrateful individual I have ever met, Jorge, and that now even includes this bastard Rockefeller over here!.

In a titanic fury, Zach picks up his pack, turns his back on Jacky, and stomps off in the highest dudgeon. Not quite sure where he is going, given the depth underground and the cave and all, but Zach has to get away before he loses control over his incandescent rage.

Ella observed Zach’s outburst with concern in her eyes. She has known being dismissed or belittled for not reaching a standard of competence, and though she thought Jacky’s words were not harmful, she could understand the archontean’s reaction. She looked in the direction the fighter walked away, knowing he would soon be plunged into darkness. She started walking softly in the same direction.