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RW Abbey: Great Hall

The Great Hall of Redwall Abbey. Countless paw falls have echoed from these stones, and untold numbers of feasts and merry gatherings have been held here. A table, not nearly so grand or large as its predecessors, but quite functional for mealtimes, rests near the center of the hall. Chairs exist here aplenty, and they are all of a matching set. High above, the stain glass windows give the Great Hall a beautiful appearance. The glasswork is exceptionally done, crafted by a skilled artist. The floor is clean and swept. A fire is kept burning in the fireplace at almost all times of the day and night, and there are several more comfortable chairs and cushions set up here, of varying sizes. One looks large enough to easily accommodate a badger.

The Tapestry hangs proud and tall, and while the rest of Redwall may still bear the scars of natural disaster, this most famous of Redwall's relics remains unharmed by beast, time, or the elements. The figure of Martin the Warrior seems to be watching over his own with an unchanging, kindly gaze.

Exits: Abbey's [Li]brary, [K]itchen, [C]avern [H]ole, [B]reezeway, [En]try

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Scioto has only been around for a day and would of left by now but was talked into staying least a little while so he did and he also ended up taking a nap in the chair by the fireplace where he sat for the past couple hours, not that he planned to take a nap...he didn’t. He is just now waking up with a small yawn.

Benar comes walking down the stairs, chatting quietly to one of the Brothers of the order. When he spots Scioto he breaks off and heads over toward him.

Scioto his ears at first go flat slightly as if upset at himself for sleeping the past couple hours but seeing the familiar Benar he sits up better and allows himself to be calmer and gives a simple nod not yet speaking.

Benar asks, "How are you Scioto? It is very nice of you to visit and a pleasure to see you"

Scioto nods "I am doing well Brother Benar, its been a while since I have had..well a real visit here since that takeover and so I thought I come make sure all was well here and things were still well between Ferravale and Redwall Abbey, that’s the main thing the other issue is minor"

Benar says, "Well I think things are indeed quite well between the Abbey and Ferravale, I have heard no complaints"

Scioto nods "That is good, I am glad your abbey is back under your control and..I am sorry I seemed to basically not check on things sooner. I will admit I did not want to for a while, a good deal of that season I wish to forget happen but it is the past and should stay the past"

Benar says, "Well it is understandable Scioto, you had to pull the village back together and get on your feet"

Scioto says, "Yes, that was true, and not to worry the peace treaty is still very well in place and even trading if needed. Which brings up the minor reason I came and this is only of its able to be given and that’s October Ale...if it’s not that’s fine."

Benar says, "Hmm I’d have to check with the cellar hog but I think we have a few barrels to spare. We had a very good harvest this year but none of that will be ready until next year and with the last few bad harvests due to vermin we don’t have much stock so I doubt I can spare more than one or two barrels"

Scioto nods, "Understandable I mainly would use them for special occasions and such." He glances around the room before looking back to Benar" Did the abbey need any help with anything? Will your abbey be ready and ok for winter season?"

Benar says, "Oh yes we are ready for winter fear not. The harvest went perfectly for the first time in years. Our store rooms are bursting”

Scioto allows a smile. "That is good news indeed Elder Benar, Ferravale I feel will be fine this season as well, there is some repairs going on at a bakery but there is no other issues and there is still the mill for grains and the town hall has sort of became a temporary place to bake a few items for now."

Benar says, "I see, I wasn't aware something had happened to your bakery I am sorry to hear that. Hope you can fix it soon"

Scioto says, "It’s being worked on, there was a fire but no other buildings in the shop area was damaged thank goodness. There was a thief group that think caused it as a distraction, but some good news I have heard the group’s leader was killed and a few members of the group as well and the rest fled, the group is no longer around so is no longer a threat to this area now, which is good as I dislike threats of any kind."

Benar says, "YEs Lee told me that the roads where safe and the band of robbers had been dealt with. I am glad to hear that,. it will be nice to have some peace for a change."

Scioto nods "Peace is good and I hope for it to stay, lets me deal with another issue that’s come up, one I am..unsure how to rightly deal with or..how not to deal with. Not a threat...no"

Benar tilts his head, "What do you mean?"

Scioto shrugs "Nothing important...well perhaps, I..Don’t know." He goes quiet and stands to stand, then stops, "Someone I have not seen in a while, who left about 3 seasons ago has showed back up. After disappearing and returns now..questions and mixed feelings and much thinking has been going on the past couple days.She is here, unless she left last night."

Benar asks, "Hmm and who might that be?" He asks quietly, leaning back in his chair and looking at his friend with a quizzical smile.

Scioto answers after what seems like a long wait, "Astra..she came to the village it was maybe 2-3 seasons after..." He frowns and clears his throat, "After my mate had died, I was not so..well, caring maybe is the word I Don’t know but a lot more moody and strike and not wishing to not go anywhere and maybe even a bit bitter, she helped draw me out of that and then she..just flat leaves one day without a goodbye and it upset me but I got over it, it was ment to be maybe. And now she is back and saying how she is sorry and it’s just one of those how to deal with this issues"

Benar says, "Hmmm well the best advice I can give you Scioto is this, do not rush anything. Move slowly, be friendly, try to be understanding and listen to her but commit to nothing yet."

Scioto says, "I did not say I had..." He stops there, would it be a lie if he said he had no feelings for her, he was beginning to when she left and may still now, he had stood up and now slowly sits back down, "That is good advice, I may stick with offering her a place to stay in the village and I do have Blisa to think of, Blisa is just out of her dibbun seasons now in fact."

Benar says, "Indeed Blisa should come first, she will need you, do not rush anything. See how life goes over the winter and how your friendship develops"

Scioto says, "Friends are important to have, yes and I am glad all seems well for winter with supplies for both here and Ferravale and also thanks for your advice Benar as its always welcomed"

Benar says, "You are more then welcome my dear friend, it is my honor to help you."

Scioto manages a smile, "I will have to try and keep in better contact with the abbey from now on, perhaps visit more than once in a great while."

Benar says, "Please do, I would love to see you visit us more often"

Scioto says, "Maybe I could visit during one of your feasts even, I know I have come to none here at the abbey...only one some seasons ago and I know I have been asked and said No and I am sorry for that, I COULD of easily came and simply choose not to"

Benar says, "Well the winter feast is in a month or so, it would be good to have you attend it then."

Scioto nods "I may do that, and Blisa could come with me as well and perhaps a couple others if they wish to. You can send word to me when it is"

Benar says, "Yes, Blisa would be welcome... not her snake however. He is not welcome inside the abbey I am afraid.”

Scioto nods slowly "That’s...understandable, the snake is..well so far has not seemed a threat, it seems to protect her and has even acted as a guard but I do not see him going out as the weather is turning cold now and snow will be here perhaps sooner rather than later, which is another good thing for the storage areas to be ready for winter cold, along with much firewood also perhaps"

Benar says, "Well firewood is always a puzzle, am glad to hear things are going well at the village."

Scioto says, "Yes one can’t have too much firewood, just what is needed and it is always wise to help replant trees in place of some taken, or nearby..even if they take a little while to grow, they will still grow for future needs"

Benar says, "Indeed we tend to stock most of ours from things in the orchard and fallen wood from the forest." he stands up and smiles, "It is good to have you here."

Scioto nods "Sounds wise"

Benar nods and heads off to speak with the cellar hog.

Scioto leans back in his chair and then stands slowly, he needs some fresh air.

RW Abbey: Pond


The abbey pond is practically the place to go for relaxation. The orchards that settle onto one side of the water hole provide decent shade for the more heated months to come. Various types of wild flowers grow about the edge of the ground that lightly overhangs into the pond. The pond seemingly invites one into its cool depths, which holds its fish life and multiple species of shrimp and other water dwellers.

Spring has come. Due to the rains, the abbey pond is just gently lapping at the edges of the ground. Soon to overflow lightly if the spring rains don't let up soon. Plant life seems to explode here in a variety of colors, sizes and aromas.


Exits: [F]ire [P]it, [R]edwall [E]ntry, [P]ath by the [G]reat [H]all, [Dive] in the pond, [O]rchards

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Scioto walks over to the pond after his talk with Benar and stands there watching the water lap at the grasses of the edge of the pond.

Astra is already here, sitting by the pond edge and shivers a little as she left her cloak inside the guest room, she has yet to see Scioto.

Scioto does see Astra and sighs, he walks over and takes off his cloak placing it gently around her shoulders, "Here....no need to get ill, its cold you know" His voice tone soft and a touch of concern in it.

Astra jumps slightly and looks over her shoulder to see Scioto, she holds the cloak around her, "What about...well you?"

Scioto answers "I am fine and going inside, me and Blisa, and her guard head back tomorrow just to let you know"

Astra nods, "I will make sure you get the cloak back before then"

Scioto nods and turns to head inside, he stops a short distance away," You’re welcome to come along with us, it is totally up to you." He seems to think over his next few words "Astra..I have missed you and I am...it is nice to have you back around, have a good day" He then starts to head to the inside of the building.

Astra nods again and stays by the pond "Thank you Scioto, I..I think I will go with you"

Scioto stops and nods "Alright, see you in the morning then Astra." He then heads the rest of the way inside.