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[varricmod]

So here's the thing.

Whatever the running theory is (Fade, demons, alternate worlds, Eluvian fuckery), for right now, we're stuck here. Someone else can take charge of all the perimeter checking and puzzle solving and magic book reading--that isn't where my skill set tends to lie.

I'm the guy you go to for a beer and a good story. And, in this case, food and a bed.

I've started taking inventory of basic provisions. More details on that later. I've also started pulling together some general necessities, like blankets and changes of clothing. I'm sorting them in the great hall--grab what you need, but please mark down what you take so we can keep an accurate count. If you need help finding a place to sleep, let me know and I'll help get you settled.

Okay, all that shit aside, I think we need to try to gather together--all of us--and start getting to know faces and names. I'm Varric Tethras--short guy, blonde hair, can't miss me. I'll be cooking a group meal for anyone who wants to come to the grand hall to get it. I'll also pull out some cards. We need some levity pretty damn fast.

The military sort can worry about keeping us safe. Me? I'll work on keeping us comfortable and sane.

Comments

[varricmod]

Ha, Bela! I was hoping you might swing your way aboard.

Is Cullen already recruiting some of us to be his new army now that the rest of his men are gone? I suppose that figures. Maker speed him on his way and all that. Make sure you swing around when you get a chance. I haven't seen you in a pig's eye.

[hallianna]

I don't know where he got those youngbloods, but most of them don't look old enough to grow hair anywhere except the tops of their heads. If one more of them waves his dagger too close to my hat again, I'll pin his trousers to the message board outside of the tavern.

I'm always up for a game of Wicked Grace, Varric. Meet me in the tavern. You bring the drinks, and I'll bring that deck of cards - you remember which one.

And Varric, it's good to see you. I know I missed...*sigh* It's just good to see you. World's weird enough and we liars and cheats need to stick together. I have no idea what this Fade shit is but I do know there aren't any desire demons offering me big boats.

[varricmod]

And thank the Maker for that.

[hallianna]

Aw, don't you trust me, Varric? You weren't there, you didn't see her. If you had, she would have turned you, too. Sweet Maker.

Anyways, Fenris is here. I see Anders reached out to you; if he gives you any trouble, let me know. I'm still not sure what's going on with him and Justice. I

I told Fenris to meet me in the tavern later and you better show. That man needs a drink.

[varricmod]

I'm happy to take your word for it, Rivaini.

Shit, Anders. I was going up to see him, but I got waylaid. Well, he'll have moved on now. I'll catch you all up at the tavern. I think we all could use a drink or five.

[hallianna]

I see you there.

I asked Anders to save me a seat. Whether he did that or not...*sigh* I'm not drinking alone, Varric.