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The Rattlepack Guide: A Supplementary Script for Walkers and Wanderers [3/27/2014]

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Sahde Vhidgo Sahde Vhidgo Find all posts by this user *tail swish* Posts:78 Joined:Sep 2013 Character:Sahde Vhidgo Linkshell:Ardent Lotus Server:Balmung Reputation: 7 RE: The Rattlepack Guide: A Supplementary Script for Walkers and Wanderers [1/3/2014] | #16 01-13-2014, 01:38 AM Love it, Kiki Keep it coming "War is not won with swords alone." Aetherial Warriors «AW-RP» [R'miah Tosh] I [Keaira Twinning]

Oli! Oli! Find all posts by this user TODD HOWARD Posts:891 Joined:Jan 2014 Character:Oliwat Kokiwat Server:Balmung Reputation: 184 RE: The Rattlepack Guide: A Supplementary Script for Walkers and Wanderers [1/13/2014] | #17 01-13-2014, 05:08 PM Thanks guys, just doing my best to keep it going. Next one may be a while off, as I have a bit of leveling to do.

Oli! Oli! Find all posts by this user TODD HOWARD Posts:891 Joined:Jan 2014 Character:Oliwat Kokiwat Server:Balmung Reputation: 184 RE: The Rattlepack Guide: A Supplementary Script for Walkers and Wanderers [1/13/2014] | #18 02-05-2014, 07:12 PM Work on this has stalled slightly as I'll be out of the country for the next ten days. However, when I get back, there will be plenty of stuff to update, and new sections to post!

Celeste Celeste Find all posts by this user Oschon Blessed Posts:35 Joined:Oct 2013 Character:Celeste Feldspar Server:Balmung Reputation: 4 RE: The Rattlepack Guide: A Supplementary Script for Walkers and Wanderers [1/13/2014] | #19 02-06-2014, 03:00 AM (This post was last modified: 02-07-2014, 02:35 AM by Celeste.) Show Content SpoilerA Primer to Ul'Dah for the Rattlepack Readers who Don't Know Better by Kululu Kulu   Greeting-weetings, friends!   Now, allow me to elucidate in established essay that especially established the essential city that is home to many a good kind folk! And while I applaud his (somewhat limited) perspective, I may wish to point out some particularly important and perhaps misplaced pieces of very pertinent information! To whit:   Kululu Kulu's Primer on Ul'Dah --or-- How The Desert Jewel Still Keeps it's Luster   Now, one point of rather important concept that is considered contentious (though curiously it shouldn't) is the discussion of the Syndicate. The misguided misbegotten writer would have you believe that they are a band of brigands and bullies who buy and purchase property and pierce many a heart the potency of a urganite's venom! But this is simply not so! Allow me to explain:   Throughout Ul'dah's history we have had the great and terrible fortune of having a wide variety of resources and opportunities! In fact, Ul'dah still remains one of the most advanced and innovative city-states of Eorzea. A feat that we proudly keep even in the face of the Calamity! For you see, for all the challenges of leaving in hotty-wotty desert, we also have a great abundance of resources such as the interesting rocks! The luscious fibers for silks and fine cloth! And a host of fittingly fantastic concoctions that fairly featureless fathers and foes will fall into a fit of fantasy and frivolity! In addition Ul'dah hosts more services and financial opportunities than any other city-state. It is here that innovators in arts, science, jewelry making, dance,music, and any number of things have the opportunity to find rich patrons that will make their rich arts all the more richer with rich coffers and richly provided riches! And while this may come as a bitter pill to swallow than one of Guildmaster Severian's potent poultices (especially the backwards muscle-men of Limsa Lominsa), the truth is Ul'dah provides the best opportunity for profit-minded men and women to reach their fortune.   Oh, but I am getting ahead of myself aren't I? You see,the Syndicate comprises of those among us who have taken a great position of supreme efficiency and effort to elevate themselves above the enumerated masses! For you see, they are currently three Syndicate members, and one former Syndicate member. Unfortunately, in the cloud of disorder that was the Calamity one member of the Syndicate passed away and another has been missing with neither height nor hair. Let’s look at them, shall we? In the process of getting to know of our Syndicate, you will also see that the Syndicate is paramount to the future of Ul’dah, because the Syndicate has vested interests in many of the services and trade in Ul’dah. Doesn’t that sound like fun? Why yes Kululu Kulu,I do believe that is a good idea! Alrighty then!! The foremost of the Syndicate is energetic and enigmatic and especially charming Chairman Lord Lolorito of the East Aldenard Trading Company. The East Aldenard Trading Company, by extension, is a firm investor of Esthaime Lapidaries and Sunsilk Tapestries, although most plebeian adventurers know them by their trade names The Goldsmithing Guild and the Weaver’s Guild. Through the dizzying wisdom of his Lordship, Chariman Lord Lolorito has extended trade relations to Gridania, Limsa Lominsa, Ishgard and even beyond! Why, from the Sea of Ash at the South of Ul’dah to the Farreach, our very own Lolorito has made business and trade with everyone! But ever the man of dignity, he recognized the danger the Garlean Empire had on our fair city and refused to trade with them. Next in the list of Syndicate members is Prince Teledji Adeledji, and a prince he is! He is the owner and operator of The Mirage Trust. Though most adventurer’s will know this simply as The Platinum Mirage or even The Pugilist’s Guild. The Mirage’s interest lies in a variety of important ways! They provide loans and monetary opportunities to seed upcoming businesses and provide only the most modest of interest rates! In addition, the Mirage also has a hand in a variety of excitements with games of chance, and have also played a vital role in providing protection and bodyguard services to the fair city of Ul’dah! The last member of the syndicate that is currently around(as silly as that may sound) is Chief Foreman Fyrgeiss of Amajina & Sons Mineral Concern. This is also known as the Miner’s Guild to those Adventurer’s that really ought to get to know more of our city (and perhaps spend some time in the lapidary shops?) In any event, Amajina & Sons have a vested claim in the mineral rights in Thanalan and in some places beyond. Through their interest in the mineralogical resources of the area, we can be sure that all sorts of interesting rocks come from! Oh and once upon a time, Amajina & Sons also had a very profitable showgirl display where many a young man would come and admire the buxom beauties Ul’dah has to offer! I myself had thought of providing a show, but my feminine sensibilities always made me shy away from that sort of attention. Tehehe Now, regretfully, I must mention the two missing among our Syndicate members. They are Prior Dewlala of Milvaneth Sacrarium (currently missing). And Director Eolande of Frondale’s Phrontistery (currently deceased). But while their presence is not currently felt, the establishments are by no means absent! Milvaneth Sacrarium, as my dear, misguided, Oliwat Kokiwat pointed out, is the temple to Nald, the god of life. There, all the children of Nald’thal go there to seek pilgrimages and seek out homages. In their benevolence, for a small monetary fee they bestow wisdom and trinkets that is a surest sign of bringing luck and fortune in all you endeavors.  And truly, we all could use a bit more fortune, yes? Frondale’s Phrontistery, also known as The Alchemist Guild, tends to the medical ails of the people of Ul’dah. Through the prodigious efforts of the alchemists, they have provided tinctures and medicines that is sure to cure every ail! And more excitedly, they are constantly seeking new concoctions to use and perfect on the sick and infirm. This is a very valuable endeavor, and makes sure that those who have the money to be well will always stay so. Finally, they provide a very valuable opportunity to those that in dire financial straits, as they are sure to accept any volunteers to test their new medicine. So not only will you be getting better, you’ll be paid, as well! Now, while I am on the subject of the Syndicate, I should also mention that our very own Flame General Raubahn Aldynn was also a former member of the Syndicate! A true force in the Coliseum, he began as a refugee from Ala Mhigo and worked his way to become the grandest of champions Ul’dah has ever seen. With the money he gained through fame and fortune, he purchased the Coliseum that garnered him his fame. And this is the truest reason why Ul’dah is a gem among the sea: for where else can a man begin with nothing and become a member of the Syndicate? So, as you can see, there is nothing devious or deceitful of the delightful deeds of our Ul’dah Syndicate! Indeed, their very presence ensures that we receive our services in a uniform and effective manner! Would you want to have clothes with holes in them? Or to have wild miners dig holes in your roads? Do you think that there will be many opportunities if money is unavailable? And what of your health?? Surely all these things are important and valuable to ensure that life is worth living!  And it shows the variety of opportunities and just how diverse the Ul’dah’s interest lies! In fact, there was once at time in this little Lalafell’s memory that we would hold festivals of all kinds. Where flowers would spread through the street and the bustle and excitement would seem like anything was possible. There was dancers in the street, the sounds of trumpets everywhere, and music sung in praises of Ul’dah and her highness. Surely our perseverance and ingenuity places us as the premier city-state in Eorzea. --Kululu This manuscript sponsored by Lord Lolorito and the East Aldenard Trading Company Thy life is a Riddle to bear Rapture and Sorrow To Listen, to Wonder, to Entrust unto tomorrow In One fleeting Moment from the land doth Life flow Yet in that Same Fleeting moment Thou must Live, Die, and Know

Oli! Oli! Find all posts by this user TODD HOWARD Posts:891 Joined:Jan 2014 Character:Oliwat Kokiwat Server:Balmung Reputation: 184 RE: The Rattlepack Guide: A Supplementary Script for Walkers and Wanderers [1/13/2014] | #20 02-06-2014, 09:23 AM (( That was immensely clever and I love you for it. I must certainly look into some of this and respond after my trip! ))

Oli! Oli! Find all posts by this user TODD HOWARD Posts:891 Joined:Jan 2014 Character:Oliwat Kokiwat Server:Balmung Reputation: 184 RE: The Rattlepack Guide: A Supplementary Script for Walkers and Wanderers [1/13/2014] | #21 03-09-2014, 10:16 AM I've been a bit busy ever since getting back from my trip, but the good news is that work on this has resumed as planned! ...Even though the time that it is being resumed is not quite as planned. Nevertheless, there should be a new update coming in the next few weeks, and then more things after that. Hooray!

Oli! Oli! Find all posts by this user TODD HOWARD Posts:891 Joined:Jan 2014 Character:Oliwat Kokiwat Server:Balmung Reputation: 184 RE: The Rattlepack Guide: A Supplementary Script for Walkers and Wanderers [3/27/2014] | #22 03-27-2014, 08:30 PM Letter from the Editor Welcome again, Wanderers! I'm sure you were all wondering what happened to the Guide! Well, it just so happens that a real whirlwind of happenings happened upon me recently, leaving me with little to no time to write! Rest assured, however, that everything is quite fine at the moment, and that there is absolutely nothing to worry about! As a result, I am particularly pleased to release the much-needed fourth issue of the Guide! What's within? I was hoping you would ask! This month's issue holds the beginnings of the promised information on Limsa Lominsa, the city of the sea. Did you know that the iron and wooden walkways of the city are constructed from the remnants of a single great ship? Did you know that the Arcanists' Guild doubles as a place of learning and a place for record-keeping? Did you know that the set of Windmills known as the Grey Fleet were built out of the wreckage of an actual fleet? No? Well then I'm quite honored to have taught you something new! I can't say for sure where I'll write about next, as it would seem that my travels are not quite proceeding as planned! Wherever I go, however, remain assured that the section on Limsa Lominsa will eventually be finished, and that, if all goes well, Gridania will follow shortly afterwards. To wrap up this little letter, I recently received an interesting open letter in regards to my entry on Ul'dah, which many of you may have read as well. Although I cannot include the information presented within with such fervor as what was presented, if anyone would be kind enough to verify the information on who-owns-what presented in the letter, I would be more than happy to include such things in a slightly more neutral format. Until next time, Travellers! Signed, Oliwat Kokiwat, The Very Last of the Rattlepacks.

Zhavi Zhavi Find all posts by this user Shady Scrag Posts:1,747 Joined:Apr 2010 Server:Balmung Reputation: 302 Timezone:UTC-9 RE: The Rattlepack Guide: A Supplementary Script for Walkers and Wanderers [3/27/2014] | #23 03-27-2014, 08:48 PM ((This is really super awesome. Thanks for your dedication! )) Zhavi Streetrunner Cost ya t'keep me quiet. Master of ic posting once every few months.

Oli! Oli! Find all posts by this user TODD HOWARD Posts:891 Joined:Jan 2014 Character:Oliwat Kokiwat Server:Balmung Reputation: 184 RE: The Rattlepack Guide: A Supplementary Script for Walkers and Wanderers [3/27/2014] | #24 03-28-2014, 10:54 AM (( Thank you! Merely trying my best. Glad folks can get some sort of use from it. ))

Oli! Oli! Find all posts by this user TODD HOWARD Posts:891 Joined:Jan 2014 Character:Oliwat Kokiwat Server:Balmung Reputation: 184 RE: The Rattlepack Guide: A Supplementary Script for Walkers and Wanderers [3/27/2014] | #25 12-03-2014, 05:43 AM (This post was last modified: 12-03-2014, 05:43 AM by Oli!.) Letter from the Editor Why hello Wanderers! I would certainly hope you haven't forgotten about me! Yes, yes, I know, it's been quite a long time, I'm sure. But I assure you that I had a very good reason to suddenly cease the updates! You see, I had a rather nasty run-in with a Coblyn, which, through a series of strange happenings, managed to result in a rather nasty sprained wrist. And if that were not bad enough, the sprain was inflicted upon my one and only writing arm! Awful! But how could something as simple as a sprain persist for nearly a year, you ask? Well, I will have you know that it was an absolutely awful sprain, which managed to remain despite my best efforts at Conjury! I in fact got to thinking, perhaps it was not a sprain at all! An anti-writing curse, perhaps? I shall investigate! Nevertheless, in recent times I have been compiling great amounts of interesting facts, and have been thinking of many ways to streamline what is perhaps a rather unruly set of writings. One such idea is a supplementary guide, which I am the moment calling the Rattlepack Bestiary, which should serve to shorten the bits on beasts included in the current work. As always, one and many are always welcome to contribute to the project with submissions of their own! It would certainly make my life much easier, at the very least. At any rate, the next time you see a letter of mine, it will no doubt be denoting some update or progress in regards to the Rattlepack Guide! Eorzea waits for no man, after all, and although it hasn't seem to have changed much since my most recent record, I must confess that I haven't been very busy lately. It was the wrist-sprain, I swear! As always, Oliwat Kokiwat, The Very Last of the Rattlepacks.

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