Talk:Story : The Three Lions Inn
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The Inn is a two storey timber frame structure built over a stone basement. The ground floor rooms have low ceilings supported by sturdy wooden beams. There is no fire in the hearth. There are two serving girls, one of whom is called "Roan", the other "Lucia".
The ground floor has two main living rooms for the patrons to use, though on this day, only one of the two is in use.
As it is the Sabbath, there are fewer people on the road, and most of those taking supper are enjoying a day long break in their journey down Watling street, and beyond. Please note, the Sabbath is a Saturday, not Sunday, and the issue of whether or not it is still a day of rest at this time isn't something I've managed to find a conclusive statement on, one way or the other. For the time being, I'm assuming that Saturday is a day of rest, and Sunday is a day when special services are held.
Mealtimes: Once the guests are sat at the empty table, the serving maids will sprinkle it with strewing herbs, and then bring out bowls of water for the characters to wash their hands, after which they will bring platters of food. Guests will be expected to provide their own cups and knife. Forks exist, but are considered vulgar. Neighbours may share cups if they choose.
Discussion
In the most recently added section, it says, "He looked at the three newcomers seated at the end of one of the long tables, and then spoke briefly to the innkeeper, who glanced nervously back at them." Alicia and Llewys are not actually in the room yet (I didn't want to make Jeff's character enter until her was ready, and I figured Llewys would enter with her). I'll fill in Ambrosius' reply as soon as I know if Alicia and/or Llewys have joined him. --Rencheple 05:58, 12 March 2006 (PST)
- Good point. I think it might be better if conversation in the adjoining room was just between the magi, but they can send the others out if that is the case. Rather than state whether they are, or aren't present, I'll just remove references either way, and they can be added or not later. --Admin 06:23, 12 March 2006 (PST)
Apologies
Posting at 19:31 (GMT) was by me, but not logged in. Lord knows how - but after editing the local area stuff for weeks always logged in I missed it this time. Must be the excitement ;-) --OldNick 11:37, 12 March 2006 (PST)
Errata
Not that it matters, but I don't think that bodices were much in use (if at all) in the 13th century, they're a later period innovation. Essay on 13th century clothing - JBforMarcus.
As, for that matter, are this sort of inn - but for game purposes they are very useful. --OldNick 06:28, 13 March 2006 (PST)
I was wondering about that, but they are soooooo useful as a plot device. Let's just assume that the Innkeeper is ahead of his time when it comes to stuff like that - heck, why else would the balif and his men make it a hang out?--Rencheple 07:25, 13 March 2006 (PST)
