DM RobertD "Ring Ring" Monday May 22nd, 2017 8:35:50 PM Stock, K, Zanderallen, and Micah greet Lestrade. He is taken aback by such upfront and affable greeting.
The faithful Stohp finishes gagging and frisking Arellius, perhaps a shade too strongly after what he said.
Brother Barnholdt jumps in with the Shields explaining all that Arellius has been up to.
Lestrade seems a trifle ill at ease. "Well I guess then we'll be taking him to the tower. Best keep him gagged men. But see here we aren't carrying him. Go find a cart or something here abouts. I guess I'll be taking those leases to make sure they get back to the right people."
Micah and Zanderallen are reluctant to release the leases to Lestrade. With Micah's silver tongue working at full power Lestrade is convinced to allow the Shields to return the leases.
Lestrade nods. "Okay. I can allow you to return the leases. Got better things to do with my time anyway than wandering up and down the streets. However, I still need a statement of some kind in the morning, doesn't have to be all the Shields, but I wants names and such for my report. Like those fellows from the bakery, and such. Co-laberating witnesses and the like. Just 'cause you're a licensed adventuring group don't make you the law."
Knowledge local 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { You think to yourself...really shouldn't the guard be wandering up and down the streets? Wouldn't that keep the streets safer?}
Barnholdt and the clerics immediately volunteer to go to the tower and make their statements. They all troop off.
Rodrigo is somewhat at a loss at what happened, but also very grateful to Sid and Micah. "Thanks guys. You are .... well you are something to give someone hope in brighter things for the future." Rodrigo collects his gear, per your agreement. Perception 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { You note a tear in Rodrigo's eye but he quickly turns away and makes himself busy taking his equipment back. } Sense Motive 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { You get the sense that some sort of tragedy has befallen Rodrigo in the past and that has led him to his present state of affairs.} "You guys just let me know what you want me to keep my eyes peeled for and I'll get it done. But I will always be on the watch from now on if someone is gonna try and hire some muscle to use against you. Though the city is big I will try to do my part. If you need me I think I'll start hanging out at the Tumbling Troll." Knowledge local 20 Highlight to display spoiler: { The Tumbling Troll is a tavern on Barracks level. It has an honest reputation and is sometimes frequented by retired military that like to tell tales of days gone by. }
Bartomus, Dorbin, and Micah again look at the medalions. They radiate no magic. There is no other writing or inscription on them. They are just stamped pieces of metal with the diamond symbol upon them.
It has been an extremely long day. You gather up your gear, and loot. Tired and sore the shields stumble to their home and quickly fall asleep.
You are awakened in the morning by a loud banging on the downstairs door. Everyone tumbles around and eventually someone manages to peek out the door, opening it in the process as you don't even have a peep hole in the door. Before you stand a male and female, both smiling. The woman is carrying what looks like an overly large casserole dish that you can still see is steaming hot (she has towels around her hands). The man looks like he was just about to 'knock' again with a warhammer. He quickly tucks it into his belt loop and picks up a large wicker basket filled with baked fresh rolls and muffins. There is a large container of milk at his feet.
"We've come to bring you breakfast. We hear you had a busy day and night yesterday. We're so proud of you." The woman says as she looks at everyone, though her eyes rest on K.
"Mom..dad?" K says.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 23/23 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+6 d20+3=23 ; d12=6 ; d20+6=8 ; d20+2=3 ; d20+3=20 ; Monday May 22nd, 2017 9:30:57 PM
Bartomus waived as Rod left the Shields. He knew where to find the man if needed, and probably other veterans who might be able to help if a need arises.
He followed the other Shields back to their headquarters. He looked at the carving bench and the piece locked within the chucks. He smiled and realized he had gotten a lot more of it done. It would take another day or so to finish, do the insets, but then it will be ready. He found his cot and crashed with slumber finding him immediately.
Bang...BANG...Bang... he opened his eyes and heard it again. BANG He squinted and realized it was no longer night. BANG
Dust ripples, he muttered as he found his footing and headed towards the door. He got to the front of the buidling and watched as two middle aged humans walked in. One was putting away a warhammer and bring in a large basket. The smell of freshly baked breads filled the room. Bartomus realized that he was really hungry and licked his lips.
His mind froze though when he heard K respond to the offer of free food with "Mom..Dad." Well now this could get really interesting really quickly. He thought to himself.
"Pretty cool your parents could stop by K. Do they do this often?" He asked as he edged closer to the wonderfully smelling baked goods.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 16/32 hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple d20+10=27 ; d20+8=27 ; d20+7=12 ; d20+10=12 ; Tuesday May 23rd, 2017 12:44:07 AM
Stohp almost says 'Like what?' to Lestrade's comment, but manages to restrain herself (Knowledge: Local 27). She notices the tear of Rodrigo, but is too tired to make a guess as to what it's about or remember the Tumbling Troll (Perception 27, Sense Motive 12, Knowledge: Local 12).
Stohp is still living in The Fatted Calf, what with the HQ being a glorified warehouse with some mats on the floor. So she doesn't get woken up by the banging, although she does come early enough to see K's parents doing the banging. She greets them warmly and lets them proceed her into the building, tummy rumbling from the lovely smell of the food they brought.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Tuesday May 23rd, 2017 9:01:42 AM
When the group arrives at the HQ, Dorbin quickly finds his bedroll in the corner and dives into his magical books. He is glad to get some spells back because he just feels near useless when all he can use is his crossbow. He falls asleep while reading the books and Emily wanders off to patrol for the night.
When the knocking starts, Dorbin is slow to get up. He sits up and thinks, "Well, that's not anyone looking for me, that's for sure." When the door opens and the smell of the food wafts in, he quickly gets to his feet to peer and see who is there.
K (Carl) HP: 32/32 AC:16/13/13 CMD:18 HeroPoints: 3 Tuesday May 23rd, 2017 10:38:00 AM
K bows slightly to his parents. Familial bonds or not, there was a hierarchy in the faith that demanded recognition. After that, he smiles and embraces them both.
He peeks backwards to make sure everyone is dressed. Upstanding citizens or not, they were still 7 dudes and Stohp living in a warehouse. That done, he throws the door open to welcome them in. "Mom, dad, you remember Micah. That's Zander, he also worships Domi. There's Stohp, Stock, Dorbin, Sid, and Bart. Everyone, this is Melody and Daneel." He takes the casserole dish from his mom & inhales deeply. "You two must be up to something if breakfast is something other than porridge and oranges."
He finds a place for them to sit, gathers plates & utensils, and makes sure everyone's up. K waits for his mother to give a prayer of thanks before digging in. His manners are noticeably better when his parents are around, it seems. K's got tons of stuff to talk about with The Hands and all, but waits to hear what his parents have to say.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 43/43 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 18 d20+1=12 ; d20+2=16 ; d20+10=12 ; Tuesday May 23rd, 2017 2:39:41 PM
As they leave the Hands temple Zander wishes Rodrigo well and promises to come see him in the next couple days. Stumbling back with the rest of the Shields he barely gets his armor off before hitting his pallet and instantly dropping into deep sleep. His training waking him up at his usual early hour he completes his morning exercises, forcing his body to resist the pull of sleep. Focused inward he doesn't notice the knock until someone else answers the door.
Curious to who it might be he comes down mildly interested. Upon hearing who it is a huge grin lights up his face and a mischievous light gleams in his eyes. The look stays there just long enough for K to see before he assumes an attitude of respectful welcome to greet two senior clerics of any faith. "Melody, Daneel, it is wonderful to meet you. I'm Zanderallen, Zander for short. And you come with food, but I guess when you come visit a group of guys the stomach is the quickest way to the heart. Please make yourselves at home, such as it is. I'm afraid we've been too busy for any renovations yet." Zander helps K setup for breakfast, trying his hardest not to think of all the embarrassing K's parents must have about him growing up and knowing that there is business to attend to before any fun could be had.
Knowledge Local : 12 Perception : 16 Sense Motive : 12
Micah's farewell to Rodrigo is warm and genuine. A story there. Perhaps one day he will honor us with it," thinks Micah as the hired sword departs.
Micah is in the midst of his morning devotions when the knocking occurs, taking awhile to return to this world, he is beat to the door by K. When he sees who the early visitors are, his face alights with a joyful smile. "[proper title]Melody, [proper title] Daneel, truly a pleasure to see you again". Though he knows they prefer informal address, he cannot bring himself to do so. He quietly helps K in setting a table for their surprise breakfast and patiently awaits for the reason for their visit to be revealed..
================ [John does not remember their titles, but Micah does .] Knowledge Local: 8 Perception: 17 Sense Motive: 23 Knowledge Local 3h
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Tuesday May 23rd, 2017 6:35:20 PM
Sid finishes repacking his Haversack and then sits down to trance. After that he makes a pot of tea and continues reading through his volume from WLA in OHW. After his tea he cleans everything and repacks his Haversack again and is about to leave for home when the knocking happens on the door. He pulls off his scimitar and quietly goes downstairs. Sid looks at the scene and smiles, leaning against the wall. "I'll put some more tea on," Sid says with his scimitar, sheathed on his shoulder.
DM RobertD "My Mama Said" Tuesday May 23rd, 2017 8:49:33 PM
Melody laughs. "Oh K, what makes you think we're up to something. We just thought we'd stop by and see where you're living now, and of course meet your new friends." She winks at Bartomus. "Why don't you sit here next to K?" She guides Bartomus to a seat.
"And you dearie," she graps Stohp's hand and guides her to a seat. Don't let these boys try to make this a man cave. You know how boys can be when they have a box or two and want to make a fort." Sense Motive 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {obviously there is a story here, can she be convinced to tell it }
She smiles and begins ladling up the casserole for everyone. It is diced potatoes, eggs, bits of ham, cheese, some more cheese on top and covered by a pie like lattice of bacon on top. Melody and Daneel do nothing but serve the meal. Obviously they have eaten already.
Dorbin comes scrambling down the stairs. He finds a place and holds his plate out.
Daneel turns to Micah and Zanderallen"So a priest and paladin of Domi. You must make quite the combination." He laughs and gives both of you a hearty slap on the back. "No need to be formal here. Micah, it's just Melody and Daneel." He continues to bring the basket of baked goods around. You can see blueberry muffins, biscuits, cinnamon rolls, and a few croissants. You also see a tub of butter sitting in the middle of the basket.
Stock is stoically silent, but appears willing to eat. In fact the whole meal is fairly silent, unless you include the scrap of fork on plate, or the smacking of lips, or the gurgling of throats quaffing milk.
Melody speaks out as she looks at the group. "So K, how have you been doing? I don't believe some of your companions were around the last time you came by. Sense Motive 15 (unless you're K then 10) Highlight to display spoiler: {Mom is checking up on you and wants to make sure your companions are worthwhile, but she is also proud of K }
Daneel looks around the warehouse floor. "My this certainly is . . . spacious." Sense motive 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { You can tell he would like to look around the place more, maybe a tour }
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+9=13 ; Tuesday May 23rd, 2017 9:05:51 PM
Sid takes a platter and sets the tea with the tea pot, two cups, sugar, cream, and a few sliced lemons. He puts it on the table and pours for them, allowing them to finish it as they like. He then goes and eats. being slow and polite, and trying to keep his eyes and ears open.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+4=17 ; Tuesday May 23rd, 2017 9:06:41 PM
((Forgot to roll for sense motive: 17))
Stock (JonM) HP: 31/41 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 7; CMD: 20 d20+1=3 ; d20+1=18 ; d20+1=3 ; Tuesday May 23rd, 2017 9:08:26 PM just a bit too late Stock is voraciously hungry as the breakfast starts. After a few minutes he says, "This certainly hit the spot. Thank you kindly for stopping by. Been a busy morning already what with me moving in and all..." Stock looks around at his new roommates to see if any of them register any surprise.
========== Sense motive x 3
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 23/23 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+6 d20+2=7 ; d20+2=4 ; Tuesday May 23rd, 2017 10:49:24 PM
Bartomus took a seat next to K as his mother suggested. He smiled at the nice couple and the amazing food they had brought with them. He snagged one of the croissants and slipped some butter inside with a knife. He let out soft moan after taking a bite of it and then turned his attention to the offered casserole. It earned two similar moans. "Delicious" he said between bites.
"Your son has been so in charge of things down here, this headquarters is going to become a really amazing place too once we get the walls and such all in" Bartomus said with smile as he looked about the place in response to Daneel's question. "I bet K was always the one in charge when he was a calfling right?"
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 16/32 hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple d20+7=19 ; d20+7=19 ; d20+7=8 ; Wednesday May 24th, 2017 7:58:35 AM "It's less of a 'man cave' problem and more of a 'likes to sleep in a real bed' one. Since we got the place we've been running around so much we haven't been able to turn it into a real home, just assign various areas as "Sleeping area" or "cooking area". It sounds like there's a story behind the man cave though. Care to share?" (Sense motive 19).
Stohp does catch that she's probably just here to check on K and the group, but she doesn't mind or comment on it (sense motive 19). Turning to Stock, she asks him how he likes the place so far. "It needs a lot of work. What do you say about looking around and bouncing ideas off each other after breakfast?"
She doesn't catch that K's dad might want to look around as well (Sense motive 8).
K (Carl) HP: 32/32 AC:16/13/13 CMD:18 HeroPoints: 3 d20+8=14 ; d20+8=9 ; d20+8=16 ; Wednesday May 24th, 2017 9:49:31 AM
K is too busy eating to pick up on his mom's hints, even the obvious ones. He finally catches the hint his dad drops. He looks up from his plate, then looks around.
"Not much to see, really. Someday we'll probably get this place comfortable. For now we're lucky to have a table to eat at. After we first started doing good around here, everyone thanked us with food and furniture. It's like they knew us youngsters needed a decent setup more than gold. Probably wouldn't kill us to get some decent beds and at least some paper partitions in here for privacy."
"This again," he starts when box forts are brought up. "Flower's Temple is open to all, so it's not really defendable. I collected crates until I had enough to build Fort Awesome in the center courtyard. I thought I was helping, and these two humored me right up until the moment I yelled out 'YOUR AUTHORITY IS NOT RECOGNIZED IN FORT AWESOME'. Things went downhill fast after that."
"Say, now that you two are here, lemme ask you something. Either of you ever hear of the Underlord choosing a bunch of Undercrats from the same group of people? On Mask Day this year, it seems like every level-headed member of The Hands of Love were chosen. It wasn't even a week before the more ridiculous folks over there took charge and started poisoning our neighbors and taking their stuff." It occurs to K that his parents may not know that story yet, but he can fill them in later. "We had to take a life, but I promise you it was the only way. It was that minotaur named Shredds. Maybe you heard of him, he was real bad news. Right now The Hand's leadership is all pretty green. I told them they could come to you folks for advice if they needed it. You're welcome."
He finishes his plate before adding, "Oh, did two dudes come around asking if they could bake for you? Hopefully the younger one changed his robes first. Had to give them a well deserved tongue lashing..."
Stock (JonM) HP: 31/41 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 7; CMD: 20 Wednesday May 24th, 2017 9:59:29 AM Makeup Post for being a touch late yesterday
Now finished eating, Stock pushes himself back from the table a bit and fishes a small, rough white stone and small brush from a pouch on his belt. He begins rhythmically brushing the stone while the rest of the Shields talk with K's family. Hearing Melody mention the new members gets his attention.
"Ain't that the truth about some of us being new. I wasn't even here a day ago! I'm still getting to know the other Shields myself. Speaking of which, has your family always lived on the Float?"
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Wednesday May 24th, 2017 11:18:30 AM
Dorbin silently attacks the plate of food and simply listens as the others talk. He occasionally takes a piece of the meat off his plate and drops it down on the floor for Emily Jasmine who has appeared as well.
Micah (John) HP: 31/31 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+13=24 ; d20+13=26 ; d20+13=21 ; Wednesday May 24th, 2017 12:58:19 PM
Micah quietly enjoys the food and the company, picking up on most of what is unsaid as well as what is said.
Unfortunately, he it is Sid's fine tea he is enjoying just as K shares his tale of Fort Awesome. Fortunately, it comes out of his mouth rather than is nose and he is able to catch most of the spewed tea in his cup. After regaining his composure, he dabs the splashed tea from his forehead as casually as he can and returns his attention to the conversation and the food. However, he avoids drinking any more tea.
====== Sense Motives: 24,26,21
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 43/43 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 18 d20+10=19 ; d20+10=25 ; d20+10=22 ; Wednesday May 24th, 2017 2:13:34 PM
Zanderallen doesn't need any encouragement to dig right into the delicious food. Catching all the hints he smiles, a sad little smile, wondering what his parents might think of him now if they were still alive. Trying to cover his sadness he joins into the conversation, "Oh, K it's a good thing I wasn't on the Temple level during my days as an apprentice. I would have led my gang straight into the courtyard, knocked over Fort Awesome, and claimed it for the baker's guild. I was trouble before the church of Domi took me in and gave a focus to my abilities. The kindly folks that took me in off the street were at their wit's end trying to figure out what to do with me."
Obviously looking a little down, Zander sees an opportunity to escape the group for a bit, "We have quite a bit of space, Daneel, more than enough to make a nice place. Even enough dwarves can move in and you don't even notice. Sorry for not giving you the invite last night Stock, we were all a bit worn out. If you want to see the rest Daneel I would be more than happy to show you around. Stock you could tag along since you haven't seen everything yet." If his offer is taken up Zander shows the two around the rest of the warehouse showing them all 3 levels and the secret entrance to the sewers in the back. He figures it might come in handy for K's parents to know in case of emergency, though he does warn Daneel not to share the knowledge openly.
Sense Motive: 19, 25, 22
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Wednesday May 24th, 2017 6:01:40 PM
Sid finishes a polite breakfast and has tea while he enjoys the buzzing companionship around him.
DM RobertD "The Visitors" Wednesday May 24th, 2017 8:09:05 PM
Melody turns to Stohp and says. "Hmm. Well some men like to take a room in the house and claim it as their own, turning it into an indoor workshop or private reading room or what have you. It's just an expression. But don't let these men take over everything and leave nothing for entertaining and such." She eyes the bottom floor. "see now, being adventurers, you're going to need a room to meet patrons, plan strategy, maybe even do some training."
K's account of Fort Awesome is a fine ending the breakfast. Stock and Dorbin seem to enjoy the meal. BartomusZanderallen and Micah enjoy the tale of Fort Awesome.
Sid sits quietly drinking in the atmosphere.
Zanderallen finds it difficult to rise from the table but does so and begins to show Daneel the warehouse. Stock jumps up to follow them around the place.
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At last the tour is over and everyone returns to the table. Daneel seems to take it all in. "Well I'd say it definitely has potential. Have you done any thinking on what you'd do to the place?" He address the group as a whole.
PLEASE NOTE, EVERYONE SHOULD NOW BE AT 5TH LEVEL. If you have not gotten there with the experience points awarded, make an adjustment to 15,000, note it on your character sheets experience points logs as a DM approved adjustment.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Wednesday May 24th, 2017 11:13:50 PM "Well, we need to put in some walls, make a few stalls for us to call our own space," Bartomus answered as he looked about the first floor and over to where he had set up his carving bench, stand, and left his sleeping kit. "Maybe some cupboards and such too."
Bartomus rubbed his chin. "Did we get to keep the gold we found? We could pay a few of the ratfolk and such to make some improvements here for us." === [ooc]Adjusted character sheet[/ooc]
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Thursday May 25th, 2017 9:30:14 AM
Dorbin finishes eating and then moves back over to his corner, taking out a spellbook and suddenly writing in inspiration.
K (Carl) HP: 32/32 AC:16/13/13 CMD:18 HeroPoints: 3 Thursday May 25th, 2017 10:08:24 AM
K looks over his tea cup at Zander. He slowly finishes his drink and places it down. "You could have tried, Z, but I was a good shot back then, even with the rubber-tipped arrows."
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K asked his parents about the undercrats. Did they give an answer?
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 16/32 hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple Thursday May 25th, 2017 10:10:15 AM
As the tour starts Stohp takes a moment to look at the main room of the first floor. Of all the rooms, it is currently the one with the most real furniture. That's... really not saying much, sadly. Most of the "Chairs" and "Tables" are crates of various sizes, scattered about. A few chairs, brought in by various members so they'd have a comfy place to sit, are around the only two tables in the entire building. It's an eclectic collection of furniture, of varying size and type. This room serves as the group's common room and dinning room, a place to gather, chat, and blow off steam.
The first stop on the tour is the kitchen. Stohp hasn't been in here in a while, so is rather impressed with the improvements that the two cooks they had for a short time each made. It probably served as an office or something before Eleazar took over. There are actually cabinets here, which have been turned into a storage cupboard for food items. A small ice-chest sits in one corner, designed to keep the contents cool if a bit of ice was left in it. A few crates next to it store the various pots and pans. There is now a proper fireplace, complete with a small hole in the wall for the smoke to leak out off. "We really need to install a proper chimney. This place wasn't made for living in."
On the second floor Stohp leads them to the large room first. This one acts as the sleeping quarters; a collection of bedrolls and mats are scattered about it, large crates and barrels forming impromptu walls to give the occupants privacy. The room is sparse other than whatever each person has brought to decorate their own area. "You can see why I still sleep at the inn..." Stohp comments dryly.
The two smaller rooms on the floor haven't been designated a purpose yet, at least as far as Stohp knows. If someone on the tour has something in there to show off she lets them take over, otherwise she leads them up to the final floor.
This floor is just one giant room and is rather pleasant with the false Float sunlight streaming through the windows. It's been carved up into several sections, not by walls or barriers but just by the contents giving the space a clear purpose. Near the entrance to the floor is Bart's workshop area, where he's been working on various crafts (I'll let him describe if he wants). In the back right is the training area set up by Micah a long while back, with crates and crude dummies featuring dents, gouges, and crates from the practice they've endured.
"And that's the whole place." Looking about, she makes a face. "Honestly, it's a mess. Not a proper HQ at all, but we've been incredibly busy. I swear every three days some new disaster hits. First the thing with Shredds and the Hands, the first round against that jerk. That took a few days, then only... 3 or 4 days later we got involved in the zombie apocalypse in the Trash, then we had a couple days break before this latest rigmarole came up. There's really been no time to plan, much less make, any real improvement. Maybe now we've got the cash to pay someone else to do it, we'll never get around to it at this rate."
Stock (JonM) HP: 48/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Thursday May 25th, 2017 4:21:39 PM
As the tour starts, Stock puts away the stone from the temple and the brush. He then enjoys the tour and talking with the female minotaur. As they pass Bartomus' workshop, he notices a look in Stohp's eyes that he thinks he recognizes. "I don't mean to pry but it seems like you were giving some of Bartomus' tools a long look. Do you do any making? I've had a bit of a history with it myself. I don't know if you noticed but I brought some of my woodworking tools with me. I'm thinking my first step is to make a proper bed for myself."
By the end of the tour, Stock is writing down a list of rooms that will need to be either built out or finished and starting a list of furniture. He will show this list to the others in order to start making plans on what comes first.
Rooms: -Bedrooms - Dormitory style or individual rooms? Must ask the others... -Kitchen - Chimney needed -Workshop - Build out a shared space for Bartomus, Stock, Stohp and anybody else who needs it -Bathrooms -Training Area - Maybe we all provide suggestions for what this needs... -Common Area - Mostly just needs furniture I think. Maybe a fireplace?
Furniture: -My Bed -Dining Table and chairs
================ Don't know how detailed we want to get here but in case the HQ ever gets...cough cough...invaded it may be nice if it feels lived in
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Thursday May 25th, 2017 7:02:53 PM
Pleased that most everyone seems to be getting excited about the prospect of making the warehouse into a home, Zander ponders what he would want for the place. He'd have to think about it.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Thursday May 25th, 2017 8:56:27 PM
At some point during the tour Sid slips out and goes home to the Split Arrow.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Thursday May 25th, 2017 9:05:37 PM "So, Stock you do furniture? Carving and joining? I work in bone and such, jewerly, inlays, that type of thing. Have one piece nearly done, if we get a few hours I can finish it up." Bartomus said to the new member who was diligently taking notes.
"Tend to make a lot of pendants, or in this case, horn decorators," Bart said as he tapped the dangling carved and dyed acorn that was hanging from his left horn, a similar one was swaying from the other.
Micah (John) HP: 31/31 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Thursday May 25th, 2017 9:21:26 PM "Pendants," echoes Micah. He then hastily retrieves one of the pendants they found at the Hands temple and shows it to their visitors. "Does this mean anything to either of you?"
DM RobertD "Does your mother know" Thursday May 25th, 2017 10:24:29 PM K prods his parents about the clerics from the Temple of Love being taken as undercrats.
Melody looks to Daneel. Daneel scratches his chin. "Well as I understand selection is done by lottery. Not real sure who determines who goes in and such. Can't say as I remember any time in the past when a group from the same organization was selected. Can't say it didn't happen. I honestly don't pay much attention to such things as long as it doesn't affect me or mine."
Discussion about the warehouse seems to have built a sense of camaraderie among everyone. Stohp, Stock, and Bartomus discuss various ideas. Certainly the boxes and crates could be carefully taken apart and provide some lumber for basic furniture. (If you recall from long ago the top floor had several tables and cages for the rats, I assume the rat cages were thrown out, but you certainly have several tables to work with already.)
Zanderallen seems pleased while Dorbin seems oblivious while writing in his spell book.
Micah whips out the medallion from Shredds and Arellius and shows it to Melody and Daneel. "Can't say as I've ever seen the like," says Melady.
Sid seems pleased but slips out the door, he dodges around a street urchin at the entrance. Highlight to display spoiler: { Sid's stroll will occur next turn. }
Melody gets up and says, "Well we must be going. There's some new people showed up at the temple this morning spinning all kinds of strange tales. They are going to need some serious mentoring time." She winks at K.
Discussion about the warehouse continues after they leave, while everyone sits around the table....
A few minutes later (though when you realize it you've been sitting and talking for another 30 minutes) after K's parents leave you hear a timid knocking at the door. Followed by an angry voice saying something though it is too muffled to hear. And then there is a louder more forceful knocking at the door.
OOC yes you keep the gold, I just didn't have ready access to what you found.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Friday May 26th, 2017 10:18:42 AM
Dorbin ignores the knocking at the door, remaining in "his" corner with a crate, still writing rapidly in his spellbook as new thoughts and ideas come to his mind.
K (Carl) HP: 32/32 AC:16/13/13 CMD:18 HeroPoints: 3 Friday May 26th, 2017 11:57:09 AM
K hugs his parents goodbye & goes back for more food. He's just about full when the door starts pounding.
He walks over & opens it, best "this better be important" look on his face.
Stock (JonM) HP: 48/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Friday May 26th, 2017 2:24:53 PM
While the others continue talking, Stock takes a piece of chalk out of his backpack and begins drawing a floorplan for the HQ on the floor. When he hears the knocking at the door, he dusts himself off and follows K's lead by putting on his 'grumpy dwarf' expression. It comes naturally to him despite his surprisingly white teeth. ========= OOC - You mentioned that the file linked to on the wiki is not editable - does that mean you want us to create a new file and begin making changes?
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Friday May 26th, 2017 3:34:25 PM
Getting up from where he had began sorting through their spoils from the fights yesterday, Zander watches as K answers the door. "Better let the follower of Flower be our greeting face of love", he thinks to himself with a smirk as he sees K's face. -------------------- [OOC] - I will get the loot out tonight via email. Figure we can make claims over the weekend and then I'll post next week with who takes what for the game record.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 16/32 hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple Friday May 26th, 2017 8:21:57 PM
Stohp looks over Stock's shoulder as he draws, making suggestions and comments about what they could add, change, or fix. She's absorbed enough in the project to not even notice the knock until Stock turns to look, making her look as well.
DM RobertD "As Good as New" Friday May 26th, 2017 9:53:34 PM
Slipping outside Sid hears the birds chirping, the rush of another day of business has taken the fence. But he also notes that people seem to have a spring in their step. Perhaps more people are smiling as he walks by, certainly they seem to give him a little nod. He stops and admires the store front of the Split Arrow from across the street. He can see that there are a couple of boundles of arrows in the window.
"Say aren't you a Silver Shield? Sure, now. Let me shake your hand." A stranger says to Sid. He is a middle aged man, obviously a merchant of some kind. Knowledge Local 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { Sid recognizes him as the owner of the Barco a maker of furniture a shop over from the Split Arrow.} "Say you needed some arrows? That lass there makes some pretty decent looking arrows. Not seen much in the ways of bows though." The merchant motions toward the Split Arrow
---------------------------------------------------- Meanwhile back at the warehouse. Stohp and Stock get into a huddle and start drawing on the floor. They seem deep in discussion about load bearing, tension, compression, and racking. It is amusing to watch a dwarf and a Minotaur hunching down together on the floor.
In another part of the room Zanderallen is trying to go through the items they've liberated in the past few days. As the knocking at the door starts, he wonders if spreading all this out on the first floor was a wise idea. Oh well K seems competent to handle anything that should arise.
Dorbin continues to pen something in his spell book.
Micah and Bartomus seem lost in a food coma.
K Swings the door open with a bit of a scowl on his face. The guard at the door seems somewhat taken aback. Then he straightens his shoulders and tries to stand tall and look intimidating, only to realize that K is taller than he. "I'm here to fetch yous guys. Sergent Lestrade says yous gots to make a statement 'bout last night." He blusters. "He said to bring yous and ta not return withouten one of the Shields." He crosses his arms and tries to look important.
Sense Motive 10 for those looking out the door Highlight to display spoiler: { He's obviously a little frightened about returning without someone. } Intelligence 10 for anyone that could have heard the conversation, which was all of you Highlight to display spoiler: { Lestrade did say he wanted a statement from a representative or two from the Silver Shields to make a statement about everything that happened, it can be a diplomacy check rather than a full recitation.}
Before K can answer a little boy, well 12 year old or so, springs toward from behind the guard. Sense Motive 15 for anyone at the door Highlight to display spoiler: { You're fairly certain from what you heard at the door earlier that the boy was the first knocker and was obviously shoved aside when the guard came up.}
The boy, with eyes wide stares at K. "Wow." he whispers. Then he shakes himself. "Sir. I have a message, Sir." He stretches forth his trembling hand and offers a letter.
Assuming you take the letter and open it Highlight to display spoiler: {. To the Silver Shields. Please meet us at The Giggling Ghost for dinner at 6 is crossed out and 5:30 is written in. As usual the meal is on us. Signed Happy, Grukk, and Brassy.}
The Guard and the lad wait. It is now approximately 10:30 in the morning (for both groups).
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+1=7 ; Saturday May 27th, 2017 2:36:34 AM "What is, what are they wanting?" Bartomus asked as he realized he had been day dreaming and had lost track of what was going on. ===== Intel check - failed
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 16/32 hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple d20+1=11 ; Saturday May 27th, 2017 4:06:33 PM "The guard Sargent wanted one of us to come make a statement this morning." Stohp says, not even looking up from the diagram. (int 11) "I'm kinda busy, can someone else go?"
Continuing the conversation with Stock, she says "We should make two lists, what we would like to get done, and what we can get done in the next few days."
Stock (JonM) HP: 48/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+1=14 ; d20=6 ; d20+1=14 ; Saturday May 27th, 2017 5:58:13 PM
Stock has a hard time seeing and hearing around K. He does get a look at the note though. "I'm probably not the best one to go make a statement... Where were we Stohp? Personally I don't have much interest building the walls out. We could get some laborers for that... Do you know where we can find some help? You and I could then finish a couple beds while we oversee their work. "
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+16=29 ; d20+16=17 ; Sunday May 28th, 2017 12:45:30 AM
Sid enthusiastically shakes the gentleman's hand, and says, "Ah thank you, I have been needing more arrows, and maybe I'll get a new bow from it!"
He walks into the Split Arrow and makes a show of looking at the wares and says to Elly with a wink, "Madame, I was wondering if you had anything special to offer in the back." After some playful tussle he and he is safely out of the view of the public he relaxes for a moment before going to work at a stave. When he can he lunches with Elly and tells her of his current exploits. He finishes up his bow and as dusk approaches he gathers a grand dinner for Elly and enjoys her company for the evening if possible.
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Craft(bows): 29 ((Other roll was a misroll))
K (Carl) HP: 32/32 AC:16/13/13 CMD:18 HeroPoints: 3 d20+8=15 ; d20+1=14 ; d20+8=22 ; Sunday May 28th, 2017 7:12:34 AM
All checks pass.
K holds a finger up to the guard who knocked louder while he reads the boy's letter. Without looking at the guard, he says "I'll accompany you back for a statement," **meaningful pause**, "just as soon as you apologize to this boy. Pretty sure he was the first one here."
He looks expectantly at the guard, waiting for an answer.
Before he goes, K will handle the letter to Stohp. "Looks like we have dinner plans, lady. Micah and I should be back from this by then." He turns to Micah. "You're coming, right? You're good with words, plus they may want to arrest you for killing Shredds and all that."
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+10=18 ; d20+1=16 ; d20+10=27 ; Sunday May 28th, 2017 5:28:13 PM
(All checks made: sense motive 18 int 16 sense motive 27)
Coming over to read the letter Zander thanks the lad for his service. He stands beside him as K has the guard apologize to him. As he leaving Zander tips him a silver piece.
Micah (John) HP: 31/31 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+1=9 ; d20+13=21 ; Sunday May 28th, 2017 6:53:47 PM
Micah smiles at K's impudence. He rises at K's suggestion. "Of course, I will join you."
Leaning down to get near eye level, he asks the boy with a reassuring tone, "Say, haven't I seen you around here?"
Then to the guard, "Lead on. We do not want the good sergeant's ire, do we?"
As he heads out with the guard and K he hesitates and turns to their interior decorators, "All I ask is for a nice area for prayer, preferably looking out one of the upper windows and a work space for reading and studying--more natural lighting for that would be good, too."
===== both sense motives, but not the int check.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Monday May 29th, 2017 9:06:45 AM
As the conversations continue at the door, Dorbin sits in his corner and mumbles to himself. Suddenly a rather large leopard appears in the room, right behind him! He turns and looks and the leopard disappears! He looks over at Emily the cat and says, "Did you see that? Did that really work? But that means then this should work, too..." He waves his arms and suddenly there is an ice storm in the room with large hailstones crashing into the ground, creating an area slick with ice. Dorbin blinks and stares at the storm in disbelief. He says, "Wow."
DM RobertD "As Good as New" d8=7 ; d20+4=14 ; Monday May 29th, 2017 12:14:05 PM
At the Split Arrow
Sid and Elly exchange greetings and catch up on what's been happening. Elly happily tells Sid how the business is going. "I've managed to make 6 dozen arrows, and I've sold 2 of the bundles or arrows. I have one order for a longbow. The stave wood in back is fully cured and we have enough staves for 6 bows to be made. However I'm running low on wood for the arrows. I've only got enough for about 1 more dozen. Randolph has not show up this week with another order yet. He's overdue."
Sid gets to work on his bow and takes the rest of the day on it. Sid only Highlight to display spoiler: { Crafting page 92 and 93. I'm not sure what your goal is for a bow, standard longbow, or masterwork. According to the rules, you need to achieve 24.75 'points' of crafting to get a standard longbow. Your role or 29 with the 12 DC modifier gives you a score of 348. Normally crafting is 'a week' modified by score over. So for a standard bow you are done. If you want masterwork you need to achieve 1237.5 (convert cost to silver, take 1/3 of cost as completion DC for target number). So after a week of working on it you would be about 1/4 done. Let me know. }
He stretches from the work on the bench and gets ready to eat with Elly. Side note, Sid you are slightly ahead of time compared to the rest of the party, so you could be subject to interuption. --------------------
Meanwhile back at the warehouse pt 1
The Guard looks a little defiant at K then Zanderallen and Micah come to the door as well. Sense motive 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { You note sweat pop out on the guards forehead.} The guard turns to the kid. "Sorry kid." K crosses his arms and glares harder at the guard. He doesn't feel the apology was sincere enough. The guard squirms again. "I humble beg your pardon young sir.
Micah asks for the kids name. The kid snaps his back straight and salutes. "They call me Squirt. Sir.
Zanderallen tosses a silver piece to the kid. His eyes light up and he holds the glittering coin up and looks at it and then back at the three silver shields standing in the doorway. With a whoop he races off, in the distance you can hear yells of "I got a silver piece from the silver shields!"
Micah, K and Zanderallen head off to the guard tower. Micah keeps the guard in front of them. Every time the guard turns to look back Micah makes a wave of his hand forward. It is clear to the many citizens that the troop passes, that the Silver Shields are escorting the guard to the tower. The three comrades note many happy faces as they walk, several nodding heads, as if thanking them silently for something.
Perception 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { You see the two priests of Caeroldra from the bakery leaving the guard tower. They are not under arrest and nod and smile at you if you notice them.} At last they reach the guard tower and go in, and up to the second floor. There you see Sergent Lestrade sitting behind a small rickety desk. He stands. "Bout time you got here. I need to wrap this up and get my report upstairs."
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Stoph and Stock continue their drawings. They decide they need something of an inventory of what is in the warehouse. They scour the place taking a careful look at everything. Side note : I went back to the original warehouse adventure. There appears to be 21 barrels most of those were on the first floor, I'm assuming they were empty. The party never made it upstairs but from the descriptions of what was given I'm assuming there was 1 writing desk, 1 writing chair, 1 comfy chair, 1 bed (human sized), and 6 tables for the rat cages. I will assume, from the current talk that there are a few crates (7), I'm going to rule them as medium sized so 3x3x3. The crates are empty and do not have appeared to have had anything in them. Obviously the whole warehouse thing was a business front. The wood from the crates and the barrels is good.
Bartomus wakes up from his food coma and hears what's going on. At loose ends he stands as K, Micah, and Zanderallen depart. He decides to look over the goods Zanderallen was sorting.
Left alone Dorbin finally casts a spell. Dorbin only Highlight to display spoiler: {When casting a spell, while pretty descriptions are great for flavor texts, you need to tell the DM what you are casting along with a save DC. The save DC is required for anyone to make a save who could potentially have been in an area affect or witnessed what was cast. I'm sure other party members would like to know as well so they react to what has been cast. Some are spellcasters too, albeit divine, and would still get spellcraft checks to identify it.} Emily lets out a cat like shriek and barely dodges a large hailstone. She races out of the room.
Micah (John) HP: 31/31 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+4=8 ; d20+13=24 ; d20+14=25 ; Monday May 29th, 2017 8:20:08 PM
Micah looks about for a chair.
If there are three or more, he takes a seat in one nodding to his companions to do the same.
If there are none or only one or two, he turns to the guard and says, "There is no need to bring us chairs. Seeing how busy the sergeant is, we will not stay long."
Having addressed any petty power play the Lestrade may have been attempting, he addresses their host, "Very good day to you, Sergeant. Glad to see that you are on top of your duties. We, of course, expected no less. So that you can finish your paperwork, let me summarize the events leading up to your apprehension of that most foul Arellius."
He waits for him to get a paper and pen ready, then without preamble plunges into his account, intentionally limiting it to the specific events prior to the guards' arrival. "Having been informed that the outlaw Shredds was hiding in the Hands of Love Temple the Silver Shields approached to apprehend him. The guards at the door told us he was on the third and let us in. We proceeded upstairs where Zanderallen here was attacked with firebreath from Shredds. At this point the Silver Shields collectively charged in. A battle ensued resulting in the death of Shredds and one errant priest as well as the capture of Arellius. At this point, you and your men arrived and were able to secure the area as well as obtain Arellius' confession where he admitted to terrorizing the Trash and Fence to coerce them into rebellion hoping to overthrowing the legal government of the Float. Do you think that you will receive a commendation for resolving this case so successfully?"
Micah then takes a deep breath, watching Lestrade carefully, waiting for his response.
===== Perception 8 Diplomacy 24 Sense Motive 25
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Monday May 29th, 2017 8:39:09 PM
Sid mulls over Randolph's disappearance as he works on the bow. "Elly love, does Randolph get his wood from the Crying Woods or as an import?" He continues to make a nice and sturdy bow.
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((Sorry, I didn't realize how slow this day was going to be))
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 16/32 hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple Monday May 29th, 2017 11:18:25 PM "You make a good point about the laborers, which brings another point to mind. What do we want to build by hand and what do we want to just buy? Furniture, for instance, we can just go buy a bunch en mass, we have the cash. On the other hand if we hand-craft them we can make them more personalized, maybe add some nice carvings."
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Tuesday May 30th, 2017 9:15:42 AM
Dorbin stands up, amazed at what he was able to do. He looks around and realizes that no one actually saw him or the ice storm that disappeared in a second. Done with the spellbooks, he heads over to the door to see what's happening there.
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 d20+8=19 ; Tuesday May 30th, 2017 9:23:40 AM
Aid another, diplomacy: 19 - potential +2 to Micah's roll.
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K tries to catch Lestrade's eye during Micah's report, nodding when appropriate, shaking his head sadly when not appropriate, in an attempt to sway the man's emotions regarding this. He hopes Micah's not laying on the compliments too thick, otherwise he's impressed as always by the priest.
***
Regarding the decor of the warehouse, K only asks for someplace comfortable to sit in the evenings. Otherwise he's content to let Stock and Stohp do their thing, lending unskilled labor when requested.
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Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+10=23 ; d20+3=11 ; d20+12=26 ; Tuesday May 30th, 2017 2:47:42 PM
Smiling as Squirt runs off with his tip Zander goes along to report to the guards. Noticing the approval of the Fence citizens he smiles a little, glad to be making a difference. Armed with the approval of the citizens Zander backs up Micah's report with the full power of his charm. Zander almost feels sorry for Lestrade as the three of them work their tact.
------------ Sense Motive: 23 Perception: 11 Diplomacy(Aid Micah): 26 (+2 to Micah's Diplomacy)
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Tuesday May 30th, 2017 4:01:36 PM
Bartomus watched the sorting and realized he needed to process what was available as gear. He felt it would be easiest for him to spend some time working on the project on his carving bench while his mind assessed what was available and what was something he could actually use.
He sat down at the bench and looked at the bone that he had laid out the carving on, and nearly completed. He spent the next couple of hours working the lines a bit more, polishing the curves to make them a bit more realistic and natural, and then went about staining the piece as he had intended. He took out the small drill and worked the initial punch areas to receive the four red garnets he had gotten as change from the earlier endeavors just for this project. He worked the bone and created a means of mounting the stones that he put into their respective holes after foiling the hole and applying one of the more adhesives glues he had for just such embellishments. The final step was the holes for the cording that would allow the piece to be worn or affixed as he intended.
When this was done, he stood up and stepped back. It was better than he had expected. Actually, it seemed to be one of the best pieces he had made. He left it in the wooden fingers that held the piece as he was working on it. He looked about to see what he had missed while he was focused elsewhere.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Tuesday May 30th, 2017 6:40:50 PM
Sid pushes the distractions out of his head and focuses on the bow.
Stock (JonM) HP: 48/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Tuesday May 30th, 2017 7:14:06 PM
Stock looks over at Stohp. "I would prefer to focus on furniture myself. Like I said I think I'm going to start with my bed but then maybe we could focus on a few nice pieces for the common room. We could then outsource some of the general room dividing and wall building and such to some local labor. The rest of the furniture I say we just buy."
DM RobertD "As Good as New" Tuesday May 30th, 2017 8:57:40 PM
In the Warehouse
Bartomus looks up from his work. He finds himself alone in the room and lunch time long gone. He can hear voices from upstairs, and is pretty sure it's Stock and Stohp talking. He realizes then that he has been inside for a goodly portion of the day, and feels a little disconnected from nature at this point. He stretches again, trying to work the kink out of his back. He notices the door to the warehouse is open.
Dorbin stands just outside the door of the warehouse. He looks around and breathes in the beautiful day. Several people pass by on errands or chores. They smile and nod at him. A young girl teeters as she and her friends hurry by with what looks like a load of laundry.
Stock and Stohp continue walking the house. There are several instances where Stock draws out some lines on the floor with his chalk.
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Back in the Split Arrow
The longbow Sid works on continues to take shape at a rapid pace. It is almost as if the bow is trying to push itself out of the wood.
Emily comes over to take a look at it. "That's a lovely bow Sid. It would be perfect for that commission we have. I imagine you can complete it today." She pauses in thought. "Silly, Randolph is a woodcutter. I believe he does do his cutting in the Crying Wood. Or perhaps it's collecting out there. Remember how hard it was for us to find someone to agree to sell to us on the fence level. Most of the woodcutters that cater to the arms dealers sell to the barracks level shops." She walks off to leave Sid to his crafting. Perception 20 Sid Highlight to display spoiler: { You hear her move to a back room and the rustle of things being moved around. }
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Meanwhile in the Tower
Lestrade has a corporal come in to take the statements. His attempts to grill Micah, K, and Zanderallen fail miserable under Micah's rapier responses, and K's supporting non-verbals to emphasize the points. Zanderallen's twinkling smile adds to Lestrade's ineffectiveness. Seeking a enemy to bolster his self-esteem Lestrade finishes up. "Yes well that seems to wrap things up nicely. Shredds was a known felon, a miscreant that plagued the Fence with his gang of thugs and pick pockets. Arellius's open association with him clearly makes him an accomplice, and thus it will go that the temple property will probably be confiscated by the city in an attempt to make restitution."
Knowledge local or history 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { That is actually fairly common practice, the seizing of assets of known felons...that are finally caught. Whether the powers that be can make it stick with the Temple will depend on many factors, like if there are some higher ranking priests of Caeroldra to pull some political favors. The actual restitution, well let's just say it's never been seen on the Fence level.}
The three amigo's leave the tower with a feeling of having succeeded in their mission.
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It is now about 3 pm, just giving you at time check.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+5=7 ; Tuesday May 30th, 2017 9:59:29 PM
Once they are clear of the tower, Micah lets out a deep sigh of relief. "That went better than I expected," he comments. "We work very well together when trying to convince someone of something," he adds. Then with a shake of his head and a smile on his lips, "I suppose we better be careful to only use our powers for good."
Turning serious, he offers, "I have to admit I am a bit concerned about the part about the city confiscating the temple. Do either of you know how that works?"
====== Micah apparently slept through that history lesson.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+10=22 ; Wednesday May 31st, 2017 7:58:18 AM
Sid puts down the bow for a moment and follows Elly into the back with her. "How long has it been again since he stopped delivering?" he asks as she works. "We're starting to have some trouble with poaching around there."
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Perception: 22
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 d20+3=13 ; Wednesday May 31st, 2017 9:13:40 AM
Knowledge, Local: 13 - Fail
K shrugs. "I'm not against it. Maybe having that stain on their history will remind them not to be jerks in the future. Arellius isn't the only hard love practitioner out there." Deep down, K was pretty happy with the way this turned out. The Hands of Love may not all be a bunch of miscreants and children, but their philosophy was still troublesome. Hopefully The Fence would hear about their actions and remember.
With nothing to do until evening, K makes himself available to move stuff around the warehouse or carry home furniture or building supplies. He'll pretty himself up before dinner time.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Wednesday May 31st, 2017 9:58:08 AM
Bartomus realized that the door was open. He wandered over to the front door, stuck his horned head outside, and looked about.
"Everything ok, Dorbin? I am thinking I need to get something to eat, bet we can find a food cart nearby."] Bartomus offered as he watched the people moving about on their way to and from places in the float. He stepped out in front of the warehouse and looked about as he sniffed the air to see if something delicious was nearby.
Stock (JonM) HP: 48/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Wednesday May 31st, 2017 10:37:12 AM
With a rough plan in place with Stohp, Stock heads upstairs with his tools and starts dismantling one of the tables and one of the cages, gathering enough material for the bed he will start building. He continues working until it is time to get ready for dinner.
========= OOC - I'll try to get a map of the warehouse put together "documenting" some of the things we are discussing in the game but it may take a couple of days until I have a chance.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Wednesday May 31st, 2017 1:24:41 PM
Dorbin squints up into the light and just hangs around outside the door to the warehouse. He watches the people go by and nods in greeting when anyone looks his way.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+1=2 ; Wednesday May 31st, 2017 3:57:15 PM "I agree Micah, we all have a way with people. I don't like thinking that in different circumstances what we did to the Lestrade may have been wrong. Especially as we become well known in the Fence the Shields will have to watch ourselves to keep within our boundaries. Being setup by the merchants and having them as a check and balance is good for us."
"Um, well I think they say that they take it then it's theirs, maybe. I'm really not sure.", Zanderallen offers lamely as he scratches his head. ----------------------------- Knowledge Local: 2 [OOC: ah the lovely roll of a 1]
DM RobertD "One of Us" Wednesday May 31st, 2017 8:58:37 PM
In the Split Arrow
"Eekk!" Elly screams startled and quickly puts something down and tosses a blanket over it. "Really Sid, you should work on finishing that bow." Perception 20 Highlight to display spoiler: { It looks like Elly may have tried to hid something long and wooden under the blanket.}
Then there is a knocking at the door. "I'll get that, you finish that bow up. Elly goes to the front and seems to be talking with a customer. Perception 20 Highlight to display spoiler: { In hushed tones you hear parts of a conversation about party at the ghost.}
Elly comes back in and smiles at Sid. "You know what would be great? I've been stuck in the shop for several days. How about we go out for dinner today?
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Inside the Warehouse
Stock takes his hammer and begins carefully backing nails out of the crates. He is happy to be working with wood on a project of purpose.
Stohp appears lost in thought, contemplating the layout of the warehouse and the various projects that need to be done.
--------------------- In the Streets
Zanderallen, K, and Micah walk back to the warehouse. They again note many smiling faces and nods of greeting. Perception 20 Highlight to display spoiler: { There are many kids running into businesses on the streets. The juvenile appears to stay there a few minutes and then zips out and into the next business along the street. }
As they near the warehouse they note a strangely garbed man standing in front of a push cart. Bartomus is standing next to him.
Feeling the pangs of hunger after the long ago morning meal Bartomus ventures down the street and sees a strangely garbed man in front of a push cart. On top of the cart a sign says "Falafel's Fine Foods".
Bartomus approaches the cart smelling a variety of flavors. "Ah good sir, please, would you consider a sample of some of my cuisine? I have taco's and hot dogs."
Dorbin enjoys the afternoon outside the warehouse. Perception 20 Highlight to display spoiler: { There are many kids running into businesses on the streets. The juvenile appears to stay there a few minutes and then zips out and into the next business along the street. }
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 16/32 hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple Wednesday May 31st, 2017 9:10:00 PM
Stohp joins Stock in making beds.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+4=22 ; Wednesday May 31st, 2017 9:36:25 PM
Micah is enjoying the temporary respite from worry after defeating Shredds and avoiding trouble with the guard. Something nags at his blissful reverie when he realizes there appears to be some methodical activity by the youth.
"Does anything seem odd to either of you," he asks his comrades, "Kids seem to be running into the businesses. After staying at one for awhile they move to the next one." Then to Zanderallen he asks, "Do any of these look like your Irregulars? Perhaps one of them might tell you what is going on."
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Thursday June 1st, 2017 1:40:28 AM "Could use a few of those tacos that you have there."Bartomus responded with a nod. "Maybe four, that should be a good start."
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 d20=14 ; Thursday June 1st, 2017 9:31:56 AM
K doesn't notice the kids until Micah points them out. He tries to think the best of everyone, but this is The Fence.
He calmly places his hand on one of their shoulders, squats down to eye level with the kid, smiles, and asks "you kids seem busy today. Everything ok?"
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] d20+6=10 ; Thursday June 1st, 2017 9:51:36 AM
Dorbin does not notice the kids, but pays close attention when K stops one to question him.
Stock (JonM) HP: 48/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+5=17 ; Thursday June 1st, 2017 10:12:44 AM
Seeing that he has a little time before dinner, Stock begins laying out the wood for his bed and talking with Stohp on the finer points of Dwarven beds...a frame that's low to the ground...plenty of support for weight to be added...avoidance of areas where beards can become tangled.
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Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+4=7 ; d20+13=31 ; d20+11=19 ; Thursday June 1st, 2017 3:30:37 PM
Marching happily along worrying if letting a minotuar and a dwarf plan out the plans for the warehouse was a good idea, Zander comes too when Micah points out the children. Having grown up one of them he knows something is up. Jesting with Micah he looks around looking for any kids he knows from around here. "I gave them sweets and got some information, once. And now you think I run them? Well you might be right. I'll see if I recognize any of them.".
Going up to one, preferably one he has met before, and squatting down the their level Zander asks, "What's the scoop. You all seem to be in a hurry for something." ----------------------------- Diplomacy 31 Sense Motive 19 (trying to get a read on the kid)
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 16/32 hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple Thursday June 1st, 2017 4:27:57 PM
Stohp listens attentively to Stock while taking stock of the materials they have. She'll need to make a trip to pick up better building supplies tomorrow, hard to make a bed fit for a 800 lbs Taur with dissembled barrels and crates. While she's out and about she can investigate hiring people to put up the walls, maybe pick up whatever furniture they don't want to hand craft.
DM RobertD "Money, Money, Money" d20+1=16 ; Thursday June 1st, 2017 8:54:49 PM
In the Warehouse
Stohp helps Stock with carefully taking apart a variety of boards while also thinking of the requirements of furniture required to support the weight of a Minotaur. She wonders how much money they are going to need to get the job done right.
Knowledge local 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { You seem to remember talk about a maker of lounge furniture in the area, you think his name was Barco.}
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In the streets
Dorbin sees Bartomus ordering some food from a street vendor. He reads the sign. "Falafel's Fine Foods". Where has he heard that name before?
Knowledge local 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { Falafel is actually a character from Hercules and Xena, he was forever trying to come up with food cart meals. The sidekick always ordered and then became sick. Just saying you have a crazed DM that watched alot of TV and there will often be wacky references that come true. }
Bartomus is handed 4 taco's by a smiling Falafel. "No charge for a Silver Shield sir." They look good and the spices are certainly, different. Bartomus eats one.... Fortitude check of 15, +1 for every taco eaten after the first one.
Falafel looks on excitedly. "I hope you like them, they are my brother's wife's cousin's secret recipe. Not much call for taco's around here. If you like them would you be willing to give me an endorsement? Though money is kinda tight..."
--------------- A little further down the street
Micah points out the youth running around businesses.
K takes things in hand and stops one of the kids. "Hey le...oh HI!" The young girl looks at K, she's about 12 or 13 years old. "Just running messages.. She quickly lays a smooch on K then dashes off down the street. (To hit, touch, +1 for dex, 16)
Zanderallen tries to get the attention of another youth. He thinks he recognizes one as Bobby. "OH Hi Z, I mean Zanderallen, sir. Well, you see we got these messages that have to be delivered before 5. Getting paid real good. But we were told that ...uh...I mean we're just running errands and messages here and there. The usual, bit behind is all. I have to go." The youth runs off.
Sense Motive 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { You get the impression he was not supposed to tell you about having to deliver the messages by 5 o'clock. }
-------------------------------- Meanwhile in the Split Arrow
It's eerie, as if time has stood still. Elly waits for Sid to reply and get back to work.
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I assume at this point you are going to get ready for your meeting at the Giggling Ghost with the three Inn Keepers that helped your group get formed up.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+4=11 ; d20+6=21 ; d20+6=11 ; Thursday June 1st, 2017 10:01:50 PM
Bartomus grabbed the first taco and ate it while trying to recall why this vendor's name was familiar. He couldn't place it. Midway through the second taco his taste buds reactedly oddly with the spices. He finished the taco with some effort. He smiled and left the other two tacos with the vendor as he headed back to the warehouse. "Thanks man, pretty filling, truly a unique taste."
== Knowledge - 11 failed Fortitude 21 v 15; 11 on second so failed.
actually you are fine. It's a cumulative save the 21 means you are good. Eating 2 means you had to roll 16 or better.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+10=24 ; d20+4=24 ; Friday June 2nd, 2017 12:01:36 AM
"Hmm?" Sid says, sounding distracted, "That sounds wonderful dear, I'd love a nice dinner just the two of us." Sid pursues his lips and goes back to work, whistling off key.
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Perception: 24 Straight INT(What am I forgetting?): NAT 20!(24)
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 Friday June 2nd, 2017 9:59:46 AM
K is taken a bit aback by the girl's forwardness, but they seem like decent enough kids.
"Well, this appears to be ok. Let's go back and clean up for dinner." K does just that, getting out of his adventuring gear and putting on his nicest dinner attire. He may not make great effort to pretty himself up usually, but he grew up in a temple that reveres beauty. He has nice clothes.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+11=23 ; Friday June 2nd, 2017 11:46:10 AM "Ok Bobby, carry on." Zander joins back up with K and Micah. "I don't want to sound vain, but if we've been invited to a dinner with Happy and the merchants probably to celebrate Shredd's and Arellius' defeat, and these kids are running messages to all the shops and merchants before 5, I'm going to guess the two might be related."
Heading to his curtained area of the warehouse Zander prepares for dinner. Washing, shaving, and cleaning up he considers what to wear. With Shredds eliminated maybe some of his paranoia was unwarranted and he talks himself out of wearing the glammered full plate. Instead settling for his best trousers, a clean shirt, a new tunic, brown with a grey hammer and anvil emblazoned on the front, and his dress boots. As he puts his belt on his sword seems to call to him. Maybe it was the celestial spirit he had bound to it, either way he goes ahead and buckles it on. He could set it to the side once they got there. -------------------- Sense Motive: 23
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Friday June 2nd, 2017 12:24:47 PM
Dorbin heads back inside to prepare as well. He doesn't have a lot of different robes. In fact, he has just the one, but he figures with all this money they're earning he really should get a nice one before they head out for a nice dinner...
OOC: Does he have enough time to head out to find a shop? If so, he'd like to find a nice, shiny, new wizard's robe he could wear.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+14=15 ; d20+14=25 ; d20+13=25 ; Friday June 2nd, 2017 3:19:54 PM
Micah is a bit concerned by the secrecy of these recently recruited messengers.
He pulls out his pouch of coins and watches for another youth to come near. He positions himself in front of them to block their way. If they try to go around him, he moves so as to continue to block them while jangling the coins in his pouch. After cornering one he proceeds, "Excuse me. I realize you are on a time sensitive commission, so I am willing to reimburse you for your time." He shakes his pouch meaningfully. "What is the urgency of your business and who sent you? Realize that, as a members of the Silver Shields, we are asking this for the good of the Fence, so your benefactor should not mind you confiding in us."
===== Micah smugly makes the sense motive check with a natural 1 25 for SM against new youth 25 for Diplomacy
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+10=11 ; Friday June 2nd, 2017 5:40:24 PM
Sid racks his brain for everything that could possibly be going on today/tonight as the bow comes together more and more. Sid tries to keep an ear open as the day goes on, but gets wrapped up in his work, the time passing without him noticing
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Perception: Nat 1
Stock (JonM) HP: 48/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Friday June 2nd, 2017 6:47:00 PM
As Stock prepares for dinner he has a private chuckle over the sorry state of his attire. At the same time though it's not like he will be showing up in a loin cloth...this time. He has another chuckle over that image.
DM RobertD "When all is said and done" d20=3 ; d20=15 ; d6=2 ; Saturday June 3rd, 2017 11:10:01 AM
In the Split Arrow
Sid works on the bow and finally holds it up. It's finished and quite good. Then he notice Elly wearing her best dress looking at him. She smiles and says, "You barely have enough time to get ready. Hop to it."
Highlight to display spoiler: { You were not in the warehouse when the letter was read so you have not the ability to put 2 and 2 together, you do know that Elly was acting suspicious in the back room - which is your quarters, and that she didn't want you hearing the conversation in the front room with the 'customer' she waited on.}
------------------------------- In the Streets
Micah stands on the street corner tossing his money bag in his hand and trying to get the attention of one of the street messengers. Alas to no avail. They have all left this street and moved on. Sighing Micah heads into the warehouse to get ready.
Dorbin quickly runs out to try and find some better clothing. He searches (d20=3) but does not find a clothing store nearby that is still open. Curious, the shops all seem to be closing early today.
Stohp goes out to try and do a little furniture shopping. (d20=15). She finds several vendors, there is apparently ample consideration for choices. However only 2 vendors are still open. They seem to be at once competing with each other for her attention and being gracious to each other in their competitiveness.
Otto "Yes mam, we carry a wide range of furnishings. I will admit though nothing in ready stock to accommodate one such as yourself for slumber." Barco "I have an extensive line of lounge chairs for all shapes and sizes. How many would you be thinking about." They continue talking to Stohp but nothing seems finalized. Stohp tells them that she is just considering things for now but she will keep them in mind. Realizing that time is running short she decides to head over to the Giggling Ghost for the meeting.
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There is much bustling about as people try to clean up. It is with a little frustration that the party realizes that even though the warehouse is on the border of the lake....there is no hand pump to bring in fresh water for a washing. There are several trips made by various individuals as they go out side and use a bucket and rope to fetch some water to make wash hands and faces and such.
Zanderallen considers what should be the exact right look. Too bad there is no full length mirror for him to stand in front up and observe himself.
K freshens up and readies himself for the meeting. He wonders if they will be given a new task. Though really there is some items they still need to follow up on from the bakery/temple problem. In 3 days that boat will be arriving.
Stock seems bemused by something as he continually chuckles to himself and shakes his head, as if trying to clear it of some vision.
Bartomus momentarily holds his stomach, then realizes he probably just gulped those taco's down to fast. He lets out a little burp and then makes ready for the dinner date.
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Bartomus, Stock, Micah, Zanderallen, and K head over to the Giggling Ghost. It is an uneventful walk. Perception 20 Highlight to display spoiler: { As you walk and pass people they nod at you, then they fall in behind you and follow you. Whenever you turn around they quickly glance into windows and try to act nonchalant. }
At last you arrive and enter, the place is crowded. But you see Stohp and Sid sitting at a large table in the center of the room. There is a pretty young woman standing behind Sid he seems to be talking to her and trying to get her to sit down, but she smiles at him and shakes her head.
Happy comes up to you "Ah glad you could come this way." He leads you to the table as the crowd parts to allow easy access, no pushing and shoving for you. As you walk in you note that a large crowd has 'appeared' behind you and follows you in to fill the space.
When you are seated, Happy turns to the crowd "My friends, I present THE SILVER SHIELDS.'
There is a joyous crying out, chants of "HooZah" and more such adulation. Happy himself brings over mugs filled with the finest beer. He manages to tell you "We can talk after the celebration."
------------------------------------- What's going on? Time to put some of your interpersonal skills to use to work the crowd.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Saturday June 3rd, 2017 3:49:58 PM
Sid leans his head back and takes Elly's. She'll sit when she decides to sit then, he thinks and picks at some imagined lint on his shirt. "Miss Stohp," he says turning in his chair, "this is Eliannah the proprietress of the Split Arrow and my partner... uh, that is I love her and we both own the Split Arrow, or um..." Sid putters out and starts muttering in Celestial.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 16/32 hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple Sunday June 4th, 2017 9:16:23 AM
Stohp dresses in some of her new, nice clothes before the shop-browsing. Nothing incredibly fancy, but something nice. As Sid stammers out his introduction she smiles in amusement and shakes Eliannath's hand. "A pleasure to meet you."
Then the giant crowd shows up and she grimaces. Crowds are noisy and annoying, but it looks doubtful that she'll be able to escape this one. She tries to look small in her chair, difficult as a taur, and let the other Shields do the talking.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+7=26 ; d20+4=9 ; d20+5=8 ; Sunday June 4th, 2017 1:29:14 PM
He felt relieved after the small burp, and headed back to the warehouse. After they managed to a fire chain of buckets and such for water to clean up, he managed to clean himself up. He put on his blue and green silk shirt then joined the others as they headed off to dinner.
Bartomus walked with the others and noticed that they seemed to have a host of shadows as they headed to the Ghost. He shifted his gaze over is shoulder and watched as the followers quickly looked into the windows. After another twenty steps or so, he looked back again and noticed more folks who also tried to look casual. He snickered.
After he took a seat, he was delighted to see the crowd was there for them. He also loved the taste of the beer. After a few sips, he stood with the beer in hand, and went amongst the folks listening to what the people were talking about. He tried a few simple coin tricks, but failed so miserably that he started laughing at himself louder than some of the folks about. He figured the loss of a few silver pieces was worth the comraderie of the folk.
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 Sunday June 4th, 2017 7:19:36 PM
Even as a paladin of Flower, K sometimes had trouble acknowledging love in his heart. Still, that's exactly what he felt at the welcome.
He grabs a beer to take a moment to gather himself.
(will post more tomorrow)
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+4=8 ; Sunday June 4th, 2017 9:57:07 PM
Micah is slightly embarrassed by the attention, but is moved by the crowd's happiness. He whispers to Zanderallen, "We do not do the things we do for the adulation, but rather so that the residents of the Fence are able to celebrate at all. Still... It is nice."
Trying not to think about what Happy may wish to talk about, nor worry about the upcoming shipment they need to deal with, Micah loses himself in the occasion.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+4=8 ; d20+13=30 ; Monday June 5th, 2017 12:53:58 AM
At first somewhat overwhelmed by the cheers, Micah's whisper brings him back. Whispering back, "That it is brother. But they are celebrating because of us, so we better give them the answer they are expecting."
Taking the floor, Zanderallen takes a quick scan of the crowd to get a feel for his audience. Greeting them he then proceeds to go around the group introducing their champions to the crowd, "Good people of the Fence. Thank you for your welcome. We are here to serve you and it does our hearts good to see you all happy. But where are my manners, they are new faces among us. And some of you may not know us all. Let me introduce everyone. First off I am Zanderallen, a faithful servant of Domi. Going back to the Shields roots here are Micah and Stohp. Micah, a fellow servant of Domi, one of the wisest and bravest you'll find. Stohp a true companion always ready to throw herself into danger to protect others. Next to Stohp is Sid. If you need a wall scaled, a bad guys hideout unlocked or any of a hundred things done this man has the skills. And sorry ladies it appears he's taken, no wonder he always so keen to head back to his shop with this fair beauty waiting for him. But look no further ladies, this strapping young man is K a paladin of Flower, but don't let his soft looks deceive underneath is a warrior true, a brother in arms I'm glad to have by my side. This gentle giant here is Bartomus. A tuar of the land, fighting to preserve beauty and balance here in the Fence. Dorbin, don't you try to hide behind Bart. This is Dorbin, still trying to find his way out of his books, but your up and coming archmage of the Fence. And the most recent addition to the Silver Shields, Stock. A dwarf of who's not afraid to get into the thick of it. A warrior and a craftsman ready to serve the Fence. We are honored by your support and hope to continue to serve you as well in the future. Now I'm hungry, shall we eat?" Taking his seat Zander hopes he did his companions justice. He knew he was proud of them all. ------------------ Perception 8 Diplomacy 30 (working the crowd building hype for his companions)
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Monday June 5th, 2017 9:54:04 AM
Dorbin runs into the Ghost, arriving quite late, and in his old robes that are now even dirtier than before after his run through the streets trying to find something better. As he steps inside, he sees all the attention and that the crowd is facing the Silver Shields. He isn't really sure what to do at this point, so he sort of moves towards the side of the place where he can see everything that's going on, but he doesn't really move out into the group of Shields.
When Zander calls his name and points him out, he quickly turns red in the face and nervously smiles, not sure if he is supposed to say something or do something. He manages a feeble wave to the crowd.
Stock (JonM) HP: 48/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+8=11 ; Monday June 5th, 2017 9:55:44 AM
Stock had been trying to blend into the background until Zanderallen threw that little bit of attention his way. Cover now fully blown, he gruffly introduces himself to those patrons immediately surrounding him. He steadily works his way towards the bar. On the way he sees a handful of familiar faces but nobody he has really met before. Once at the bar, he inquires if they have any juice or otherwise flavored non-alcoholic drinks - fully prepared to receive the usual blank stares reserved for a dwarf who doesn't drink.
On the whole, he's not uncomfortable and usually enjoys a party. He just doesn't necessarily feel like this celebration is really for him.
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DM RobertD "On and On and On" Monday June 5th, 2017 8:09:12 PM
The celebration seems to go into full swing. The heroes find that their drinks seem to never empty. Possibly because so many people keep coming up patting them on the back and offering to buy them a round. Fortunately everyone seems to try to keep it in moderation.
There also seems to be a never-ending supply of food at the table: Stuffed Cherry Peppers, Mini Manchego Tart, Fried Ravioli, Broiled Brie with Cranberry Chutney, Kale and Artichoke dip, Spiced Fried Chickpeas, Creamy Stuffed Mushrooms, Chili-Lime Cashews, Goat Cheese with Tomato Chutney,Shrimp Flautas, Tomato Caprese with Fresh Burrata, Salsa and Lime Chips, Chile Con Queso with chips, and Bacon Wrapped Dates. If a dish 'disappears' too quickly it is quickly replaced with a second helping.
Through it all the group manages to nod and accept what is going on.
Sid introduces Elly to Stohp pleasantries are exchanged.
Bartomus roams the crowd, seeming to always make his way back to the table when a fresh appetizer is brought.
K bows his head, accepting that the people are feeling well.
The ever loquacious Micah appears to be at a loss for words.
Zanderallen's speech is met with a roar of approval.
Dorbin tries to fade into the background. Unfortunately the crowd will not have it. He finds himself gently cajoled up to the table with the rest of the shields.
The doughty Stock attempts to fend off offers of beer. It seems that there is a non-alcoholic assortment of beverages: Sarsaparilla, milk (cow or goat), tea, and fruit punch.
Throughout the party there are numerous conversations. Perception 20 (except Bartomus since he said he was working the crowd, he has a 15 target) Highlight to display spoiler: {Many patrons comment about how Shredd's and his thugs were running the Fence, extortion, theft, etc. It seems he was the crime lord down here for a couple of years. The 'constables' were never able to find his hideout, or deal with him in the streets.}
If you make your perception check, then Sense Motive 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { From what you gather, Shredd's was extorting thousands of gold pieces on a yearly basis. You assume some of it was for payroll of his thugs, and of course buying magic items and who knows what else. Still it seems Shredds did not have that much money on him if he'd been running as a crime lord for as long as it seems.}
The party will continue. Tomorrow you will be conducting to a private back room for your meeting.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+4=5 ; Monday June 5th, 2017 8:39:40 PM
Micah is more than happy to let others lead the conversation. He is typically inclined to speak only when he feels something needs to be said and tonight that is being handled well by others.
He does eventually make his way next to Stock. In as low a voice as can be heard among all the celebrating, he says, "I cannot help but notice a bit of reservation on your part. Understand that the Silver Shields are as quick to accept a new member into their ranks as you are to stand up to a necessary battle. The fight against Shredds and Arellius was a near thing. Your weapon tipped the balance." He leans back to look at the dwarf seriously, then his face breaks into a warming smile as he offers his cup up to click Stock's glass, being careful to keep his own vessel lower as a sign of respect.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+7=24 ; d20+3=23 ; Monday June 5th, 2017 10:27:53 PM
Bartomus walked about the crowd, failing miserably at his coin tricks but letting the few silver coins he fumbled land in the hands of some of those who put up with his efforts. In the course of his forays into the throng and back for sustenance, he learned a good deal more about Shredds. None of it good, none of it that really matched up with their attack on his headquarters either.
He came up behind K and took a position next to him. "K, seems that Shredds ran a pretty lucrative racket down here. Also, seems that the amount of coin that he took in was a lot more than anything we found in the HQ we took from him. Makes me wonder if there might be some banking clan, or some other group he passed the profits on to? Could he have been a front man for someone else? Maybe someone in charge of the guards and constables?"
As he let K process the intel, he munched on a few of the manchego tarts and cream stuffed mushrooms.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+10=18 ; d20+9=23 ; Monday June 5th, 2017 11:32:28 PM
As the drinks flow and the Sid's uncomfortableness eases, he stands, holding Elly's hand, snacking or drinking and begins chatting with people as they come up. If any gnomes or dwarves around him speak in their native tongue about or to him, Sid will answer, and if any halflings speak or bring up language, he will with great enthusiasm start asking about their own language.
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Perception: 18 (So, so close) Linguistics: 23 (To work out a language he doesn't know yet, if it is spoken in his earshot)
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Tuesday June 6th, 2017 7:25:20 AM
Dorbin reluctantly steps up with the others and samples the food and the ale. The ale quickly goes to his head, as he really hasn't had much to drink in his young life. The ale does loosen him up a little bit, and he starts to talk with the folks at the gathering here and there.
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 d20=19 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2017 9:17:34 AM
Perception: 19, what a waste...
K listens a bit and nods. "Probably. I doubt he just slept on a mattress with a bunch of coin stowed underneath. Shredds wasn't the only bad guy down here, and that money is probably still floating around. I don't think we'll have much luck hunting it down. Maybe we just keep an eye out for the fights that break out in the power vacuum he left behind."
The paladin is a gracious guest. He may be tough, but you don't grow up in the temple of Flower and not know a thing or two about grace and etiquette. He drinks modestly and laughs often.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+8=24 ; d20+1=10 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2017 10:32:01 AM
Stock helps himself to a fruit punch and begins mingling with the crowd. When Micah steps up. Stock smiles and firmly pats him on the back (we're talking firmly for a dwarf here so it may be more than Micah is expecting) letting out a raucous belly laugh. "Ain't that the truth though! And I do appreciate you saying it. I do. Let me just say this, I'm glad to be in the group and looking forward to our partnership. Truth be told I haven't had this much fun in years! Also...the way you laid out Shredds..." Stock exhales, letting out a low whistle in the process..."...let's just say that you're a dangerous man, Micah!"
A short while later, Stock is sliding behind Sid's chair when he hears the elf say something in a soft voice that sounds vaguely dwarvish. Stock stops and puts both meaty hands on Sid's shoulders, The following in Dwarvish"By all the miracles under the mountain...an elf who speaks my own language! Haha! How did this happen?" Instead of pulling up a chair, Stock sits on the table surprisingly close to Sid because of all the people in the room. Stock does not mind it though and he proceeds to dig into Sid's background with dwarves, forcing Sid to only talk in dwarvish and making small corrections to the elf's pronunciation as they go.
=========== Perception Spoiler Not Sensing the Motive Spoiler though
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+9=19 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2017 1:57:53 PM
Sid easily replies to Stock, though he speaks with a scholar's dialect. He easily takes correction and pushes back on where he and his people are from and notes the dialectal differences for future notes on the subject. All the while Sid subconsciously rubs the single knuckle on his left pinky. In Dwarvish, "I'm afraid it is not a very interesting story. For many years I lived with various scholars who made it their point to study many, many different subjects. Along the way I picked up a few things, though I was never one for the arcane. My I am deep in the mead. I usually don't speak with others, I just let them do the work." Sid finishes his mug and grabs something that is cheesy and wrapped in bacon and shoves it in his mouth. "So, where are your people from if I may ask?"
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Linguistics: 19(To makes notes as to Stock's dialect)
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+4=13 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2017 4:20:58 PM
Glad to see there work celebrated Zander moves around the room trying his best to greet as many there as he can. He takes pride in his position as a representative of both the Shields and Domi and enjoys meeting with the people. They remind him of why they do what they do. Seeing Dorbin talking a bit Zander moves over to join the group for awhile. Not wanting to put Dorbin on the spot he whispers in his ear, "If you feel up to it do some of those magic tricks or spells I see you practicing back at HQ. Everyone here would love them." He then dives back in making a beeline for the fried ravioli. He pauses for just an instant seeing the plate has almost gone until he sees a new one coming from the kitchen. He quickly grabs the rest off the old plate to make room, at least that's his story. --------------- Perception 13
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 16/32 hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple Tuesday June 6th, 2017 8:40:02 PM
Stohp joins in on the conversation in Dwarvish; she too speaks the language. When she isn't carving things she enjoys learning to speak, read, and write new languages. She's become quite the linguist.
DM RobertD "Take a Chance on Me" Tuesday June 6th, 2017 9:38:12 PM
The noise and the revelry continues. With the comings and goings at the table the Shields talk with one another as much as they talk with the people of the fence.
Bartomus and Stock share with the others what they learned about Shredds and his reign of the fence. Bartomus shares his tale of ".... seems that Shredds ran a pretty lucrative racket down here. Also, seems that the amount of coin that he took in was a lot more than anything we found in the HQ we took from him. Makes me wonder if there might be some banking clan, or some other group he passed the profits on to? Could he have been a front man for someone else? Maybe someone in charge of the guards and constables?," with the other Silver Shields as the party progresses.
Knowledge local 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { It's no wonder really, the police force is always more concerned with the goings on, on the upper levels. The lower levels are for new recruits, incompetents, or someone that has roused the ire of someone powerful. }
Micah and Stock share a glass and a few tall tales.
Sid, Stock, and Stohp talk and get to know each other.
Dorbin seems pleasantly content to sit at the table munch and eat. Perhaps he needs to eat more and drink less, he's new to this whole drinking thing.
Zanderallen works the crowd and tries to encourage Dorbin in performing a few magic tricks.
The party winds down somewhat, people thank the Silver Shields again and again. Happy comes up beaming when you have all gathered to eat the last of the bacon wrapped dates. "Now friends, he pauses, "Grukk and Brassy and I would like to talk to you for a few minutes before you return to your abode."
You follow Happy to one of the private back rooms. The table there is laden with fruit, croissants, cherry turnovers, apple turnovers, and other assorted pastries. There is also coffee and some strong tea with hints of cinnamon.
Happy sits with the other inn keepers. "We had no idea that Shredds was at the temple. I guess you have some idea of the hold he had on these people." He nods toward the door where you can still hear people though faintly. Perception 20 Highlight to display spoiler: { It sounds like the party is actually winding down. }
Grukk speaks up. "The people of Crook street seem to have recovered. They are still a little befuddled about what happened though." Intelligence check 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { No one returned to Crook street to check on the residents....or return all those property deeds.}
Brassy then quips. "Well a good thing this is behind us now." Intelligence check 10 Highlight to display spoiler: {Is it? What about that boat that Shredds men were supposed to meet, in now three days time (three in game days)}
Grukk buts in, "So how are things going? How's the warehouse?"
Brassy chimes in "Everything going well in the warehouse?"
Happy also says, "Yes, that's a fine and sturdy building, it's sure to last a long time. And what real estate. It's right on the water." Sense Motive 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { You get the impression that they are really trying to sell you on how the warehouse is a prime bit of real estate.}
Knowledge local or knowledge history 20 - yes I know that seems like a high number, but I will allow aid another across either skill to bolster one person's check. Highlight to display spoiler: { You seem to recall many years ago, when you were very very young, tales of another adventuring group that started out on the Fence level. But as they grew in fame and prestige they kept moving their headquarters up the float. It's more than possible that these three don't want to see that happen again.}
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+1=3 ; d20+4=13 ; d20+1=8 ; d20+5=24 ; d20+1=5 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2017 10:00:47 PM
Micah follows the business leaders, not sure how to manage something else to eat, he manage to make good use of a cherry turnover, accompanied by the spiced tea.
He pays only casual attention to what appears to be small talk until he realizes that they might be trying to get at something a bit deeper. Licking the last of the cherry from his fingers, he finally comments, his smile large and genuine, "Things are going well at the warehouse. The last couple of days have been calm enough that we can finally try to settle in a bit. You probably were not aware that we are living with cloth walls and makeshift furniture, having been so busy dealing with the recent developments."
He walks over and refills his cup of tea before continuing, "I seem to recall another adventuring group a long time ago that originated in the Fence but soon moved on and away. What ever became of them?"
======= local 3 Perception 13 Int 8 Int 5 Sense Motive >15 History 24
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm d20+11=25 ; d20+11=13 ; d20+12=31 ; d20+7=13 ; d20+1=17 ; d20+1=13 ; d20+7=21 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2017 11:22:12 PM
As the meeting starts Stohp hears the party start to wind down (perception 31). Good, crowds are annoying, especially with as large as she is. It's hard to not step on people, and when you're 800 lbs that's a real problem.
Dismissing previous conversation about missing money and the guard (Knowledge: Local 13) she turns her attention to the conversation at hand (Int checks 13 & 17). "It's to be expected, some sort of mind altering drug was used, making them prone to suggestion. As far as we could tell the purpose was to rob them of the deeds and ownership of their homes and businesses for unknown reasons. We've managed recovered the stolen deeds and will return them come morning.
She internally debates bringing up the plant people and their next planned mission, but decides that Micah should be the one to bring that up as their leader.
As they ask about the warehouse Stohp raises a quizzical eyebrow. They seem to really want to sell the idea of the place to them... A bit of history comes to mind (Knowledge: Local 25) and allows her to put the pieces together (Sense Motive 15).
"It's a warehouse." she states, bluntly. "It's big, spacious, but not really meant for habitation or running an adventuring group out of. We've been working hard to remedy that, Stock and I have been making plans to turn it into a proper headquarters; bedrooms, training area, workshops, everything we need to support our efforts for years to come.
She places special influence on the word years, trying to assuage their worries. She, for one, has no intention of moving to the higher areas of the float. This is her home, down here, not with the aristocrats and rich.
"On that topic, we planned to get some more proper furniture and some laborers to speed up the work. With all the recent emergencies there isn't time to do everything ourselves. Could you suggest some places, perhaps pass on word ahead of us to ease our way?" (diplomacy 21)
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+10=30 ; d20+4=18 ; d20+4=15 ; d20+12=29 ; Wednesday June 7th, 2017 3:16:38 AM
Sid enjoys an apple turnover and some tea as they talk.
"They all seem to be going home," Sid mutters. "Maybe they're moving the party elsewhere."
Hearing them mention Crook St. Sid puts his cup down. "Wait, did anyone see how the residents and their property, or legal ownership of said property, were doing?" He looks at the other Shields, feeling embarrassed that he forgot.
"I agree with Stohp," Sid says. "As long as we have the communities support, I don't believe there is any reason to leave." Sid continues to snack slowly on the turnovers until he's had one of each.
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 d20+1=2 ; d20+1=21 ; d20+8=9 ; d20+3=4 ; Wednesday June 7th, 2017 9:17:56 AM
OOC: 4 rolls, 3 nat 1s. This is stupid.
***
K listens, oblivious to almost everything going on around him. Maybe those drinks were stiffer than he thought. His thoughts drift to the job they still have to do and the ship coming in, but that's about it. He wonders why these folks care about their warehouse so much, but keeps his thoughts to himself.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+4=12 ; d20+7=16 ; d20+1=7 ; d20+1=9 ; d20+3=23 ; d20+4=16 ; Wednesday June 7th, 2017 10:08:52 AM
Bartomus followed the others into the private room and was again impressed with the array of food on the table. He picked up another croissant and a mug of the cinnamon tea. He leaned back against the wall and watched as Stohp and the older Shields talk with the merchants that appear to be the economic backers of the Shields. When Stohp pressed the intent of the Shields to stay in the warehouse, and then made the play for furniture and help outfitting the warehouse. He smiled and nodded in agreement. The merchants really seemed to want to have the ear of the Shields, and the last echoes of the party earlier made him proud of his involvement with the group.
=== Failed Knowledge Local Perception 16 Failed both intel roles Smashed sense motive w. 23 Knowledge local failed w 16 Sorry, will post after tonight's post and should be caught up - long, long day yesterday.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+8=25 ; d20=3 ; d20=8 ; d20+1=6 ; Wednesday June 7th, 2017 2:02:21 PM
Stock settles in eating a chicken leg. He's not actually sure where or when he picked it up during the party but it certainly is tasty.
"Just curious but what contact with all of you have with Shredds? Was he making you pay protection money or anything? Know of any other shady characters with whom he was associated?"
As Stohp begins talking about the planned renovations to the warehouse, Stock pops up from his chair, tossing the chicken bone to Sid. He then fishes a piece of chalk from a belt pouch and begins drawing their plans on a table top (He will stop if anybody asks him to and sit down looking sheepish over his enthusiasm...)
========== [i]Perception 25 Intelligence (none) Intelligence (still none) Not sensing any motive either
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+4=8 ; Wednesday June 7th, 2017 6:09:54 PM
The chicken bone hits Sid in the Face as he flails to catch it sending tea an pastry, blueberry, everywhere. Sighing he wipes himself off with a string of unfriendly words in gnomish, so you know they are long words.
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Dex: 8 (To catch bone)
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Wednesday June 7th, 2017 6:24:56 PM
When Stock, Sid, and Stohp engage in conversation in dwarvish, Dorbin listens in and he can clearly understand them. He doesn't add to the conversation, just listens.
When Zander suggests Dorbin do some tricks, he turns red again and whispers, "Do you think they will enjoy it?" He then stays off to the side, but starts doing some prestidigitation tricks, mostly making things appear out of thin air. He continues and smiles when some of the audience starts watching him. He has to end the show quickly as the group heads to the back room.
He staggers as he gets to his feet, not familiar with the feeling of being under the influence. When he arrives in the back room, he mumbles, "I like the warehouse just fine." He watches when Stock starts drawing on the table and laughs quite loudly when Sid fails to catch the bone.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+1=6 ; d20+4=17 ; d20+1=8 ; d20+1=7 ; d20+11=31 ; Wednesday June 7th, 2017 8:03:00 PM
Zander sits and listens, his full belly causing him to start to doze and miss a lot of what's going on. Smiling as they try to sell them on the value of the warehouse he works out they probably are trying really hard to make sure the Shields keep it their home. Always useful to have adventurers next door. He starts collecting his thoughts to try to take advantage of it when Stohp speaks up, she had a sharp mind. He is content to let his capable companions do the talking at this meeting. -------------------------------- Missed every check except the Sense Motive with a natural 20, when I only needed a 4.
DM RobertD "Goodnight John Boy" Wednesday June 7th, 2017 9:01:53 PM Dorbin's magic show seems to cap off a wonderful night for many of the people of the Fence.
The Shields are feeling the effects of a night of drink and food and loud conversation. It is difficult for most to follow everything that's going on and being said.
Zanderallen, Bartomus, and K feel the begins of a food coma take them, the chairs they are seating in are quite comfortable. Happy gives them little cups of very dark liquid. "This is called expresso, it may help you boys out."
Brassy replies to Stock's question about Shredds. "No Shredds generally picked on the small to medium establishments. Since we're aligned with Happy here, he tended to leave us alone. Sometimes we'd hear about what he was doing from some of our patrons, but not often because one never knew if one of Shredds men or informers was nearby."
Stohp and Sid both realize the deeds are back in the warehouse. No one remembered to return them to the residents of Crook Street. Sid feels slightly abashed that he didn't even think to check on the well being of the Crook Street residents.
Stohp becomes animated talking about the plans for the warehouse and getting furniture. Stock tries to draw on the table. Happy interjects, "Here now Stock, there's no need for marking up my tables. We have quill and paper. He pulls some sheets off a sideboard and places them in front of Stock along with a quill and ink well.
"It sounds like you've been making some plans to stay Stohp." Grukk says and smiles widely.
Happy turns to address Micah. You can tell he speaks with some sorrow. "I believe you are referring to the Crimson Shields of Hope. Yes they once were a force of good in the Float. As their reputation rose, they went up looking for better lodgings. I believe though they went on an adventure and never returned." He looks up at the ceiling briefly. "Well that's what I can remember, it was over 10 years ago, no need to dwell on that now."
asideHighlight to display spoiler: { Sorry that's all I've really been able to find out. Apparently they were a Wold group some time back. Weird though that you're another group in the float and have shields in your name.}
At last things wind down. Happy and the others escort you out of the back room. "Be sure to get a good rest. Tomorrow is another day and you never know what may happen." Happy booms out.
Perception 20 unless you drank some caffeine then 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { Inn is not empty. You note several patrons hanging back in the shadows. Those of you that recognize some of them see the merchants Barco and Otto Mann furniture dealers.}
You head out of the Giggling Ghost and the bracing fresh air of midnight smacks you in the face. Happy waves to you and you see the door close, and hear it lock.
At this point you are all sated and tired, Fortitude 20 or become exhausted. Bed calls to you.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Wednesday June 7th, 2017 9:05:51 PM
Bartomus took the offered espresso and began sipping it. It was bitter, not really his thing, but he didn't wat to be rude. So, he listened and drank.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+4=19 ; d20+7=13 ; d20+4=10 ; Wednesday June 7th, 2017 9:07:41 PM
While he sipped the bitter brew, he was unable to shake the growing sense of being exhausted. When they headed back to the warehouse, he found his bunk and quickly, quickly fell asleep.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+4=13 ; d3=3 ; d20+6=7 ; Wednesday June 7th, 2017 10:54:41 PM
Micah feels warm and full. As he heads back to headquarters--he realizes he does not really think of it as home yet--he feels worn.
One thought does nag him enough that he shares it, "Happy mentioned the Crimson Shields. Do you think there was any connection to the Crimson associated with the poisoner?"
=== Perception 13 d3 for the fun of it Fort 7
[Who remembers the details about Crimson. We've heard that before.]
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+4=13 ; d3=3 ; d20+6=7 ; Wednesday June 7th, 2017 10:54:44 PM
Micah feels warm and full. As he heads back to headquarters--he realizes he does not really think of it as home yet--he feels worn.
One thought does nag him enough that he shares it, "Happy mentioned the Crimson Shields. Do you think there was any connection to the Crimson associated with the poisoner?"
=== Perception 13 d3 for the fun of it Fort 7
[Who remembers the details about Crimson. We've heard that before.]
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm d20+12=23 ; d20+2=4 ; Wednesday June 7th, 2017 11:11:03 PM
Stohp notices the dark figures and her paranoid side raises an alarm (Perception 23). With all the talk of Shredd's men and informers being everywhere she doesn't like a pack of men waiting around for them so soon after his death.
Still the long day wears heavily on her (Fortitude 4). While she tries to keep an eye on them, she can't help but long for bed.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+10=16 ; d20+10=12 ; d20+2=21 ; d20+1=20 ; Thursday June 8th, 2017 1:09:35 AM
Sid stands as things come to a close and says loudly to everyone, "Oh, Happy, Brassy, Grukk, have you heard anything about any woodcutters or suppliers that work in the Crying Wood going missing?" He waits will wait until they respond before leaving, and thanking them heartily.
Sid meets back up with Elly in the main room and they walk home, with Sid locking arms with Elly and leaning on her a bit to steady himself. To Micah's question he calls, "I think he's a high muckity-muck in the Upper Lord's government, or was before Mask day I suppose. Figure he's been involved in someway since he did try to turn the Trash into a zombie nightmare... Did you try the goat cheese, bacon and date turnovers? Those were really good. And the cherry and apple ones? Man, I don't think I've had so much in my life!"
As they walk back to the Split Arrow Sid starts reciting an epic romance in celestial, singing out into the night, until they get home and Elly shuts him up.
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Perception: 16 Roll of 12(misroll due to lag) Fort Save: 21 Performance(Oratory): 20
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+8=26 ; d20+7=16 ; Thursday June 8th, 2017 11:12:53 AM
Stock notices the figures hanging back in the inn and vaguely recognizes the two furniture dealers. He's not sure he's met them but has run in similar circles in the past. Surprisingly though, despite not drinking and even with his stalwart nature, the day begins to catch up with him.
"That was a good night. I'll admit, it's been a while since I've had a group like this to run around with and cause some mischief..." At this description he lets out a little cackle. "You guys aren't half bad though. Anyway, do any of you have ideas for how or even if we should go about finding information on Shredds' associates? Maybe I'm reading too much into it but it seemed like they were hoping we'd take a deeper look here."
========== Perception 26 Fortitude 16 OOC - I have a map of the HQ nearly complete.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] d20+3=5 ; Thursday June 8th, 2017 12:17:18 PM
The effects of the alcohol are quickly wearing off (fortitude 5) and Dorbin cannot wait to get home and curl up in his corner.
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 d20=4 ; d20+8=24 ; Thursday June 8th, 2017 12:52:30 PM
K accepts the weird, dark drink. It's pretty harsh. He tries keeping a straight face, but probably blanches a bit. Despite the jitteriness, he still misses the dudes sitting in the dark. K's got tunnel vision tonight.
He frowns some as the door is locked. It's crazy to keep doors unlocked in The Fence, but this paladin wasn't done having fun yet (Fort: 24). One look at Stohp lets him know that it's time to head back to the warehouse, though.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+4=14 ; d20+10=28 ; Thursday June 8th, 2017 2:29:41 PM
Accepting the dark brew, Zander perks right up. Full and stuffed by still very ready to go he doesn't have much to offer to the conversation, not knowing much about Float history. He leaves with the others wishing good night to Happy and the merchants and thanking them for the food and drink. Noticing nothing other than his companions weary looks he takes up the rear, helping out any who lag behind. ------------- Perception 14 Fort 28
DM RobertD "It's a new day dawning" d6=1 ; Thursday June 8th, 2017 8:35:17 PM
Happy replies to Sid's about Randolph and forestry....
OOC okay at this point we are going to have to do a story edit. Mike has indicated some changes. There is no forestry in the Crying Woods. It's sentient and self-regulating. We'll need to put Randolph and company at the border between the Crying Woods and the mountains to the east. There's plenty of regular forest there, and the Float does need its timber, so that'll be where its set up. The Druid Circle on the Float has worked up something to allow the woodsmen to get their load through the Crying Woods to the lake. It's that something that has been having trouble recently, causing the passage to not be reliable.
And Happy finishes telling you what he knows.
The troop wanders back to the warehouse. Sid and Elly head of for their shop and home (it's a split level, get it split arrow....).
Stohp realizes she is still staying at the Fatted Calf and breaks off to go to her room there.
The rest retire to the warehouse. Bartomus swings the door open and everyone piles in. K realizes that there is no lock on the warehouse door. Well there is, but they really haven't been using it. And they only found one key for it when they took it over. K wonders if that little hafling with the whip took the key when he left.
Still on the table in the kitchen is the lootZanderallen was sorting. There are still some items that momentarily glow red in the lamplight from the street or maybe it is the viewers imagination. Intelligence 5 Highlight to display spoiler: {That's a DM hint/reminder that if you look at the loot sheet there's stuff still unidentified.}
There is also a stack of folded paper tied with a piece of cord. Micah realizes those are the deeds to places on Crook Street, still un-returned.
Stock manages to help carry Dorbin in and depositing him near his book and pack. The cat seems happy as it curls up with Dorbin. Dorbin only Highlight to display spoiler: { rolling a 5 on fortitude does not mean you succeeded in quickly overcoming the effects of the alcohol and partying, quite the opposite.}
You sleep the sleep of the contented. Until about 9 the next morning when there appears to be ruckus going on outside. Perception 10 Highlight to display spoiler: {There is a ruckus going on outside, you hear many voices, much dropping of heavy items, some rattling of metal on metal.}
Those curious head downstairs to look out... Perception 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { You walk by the table of goods again. }
Outside you see, a large man about 6'4" with crew cut blond hair, wearing blue coveralls and a red t-shirt. He has massive arms, you'd think he was a blacksmith or something. He seems to be directing traffic. There are many people outside some toting single pieces of wood (2x4) some with a wheel barrow of cans, a cart loaded with plywood. The man is inspecting the items and sending them to various piles that are growing in front of the warehouse.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+1=10 ; d20+7=14 ; Thursday June 8th, 2017 8:50:58 PM
Bartomus heard the sounds of things being dropped, men and women talking and someone talking even louder. He opened an eye, and realized that he had really, really slept longer than he should have. He got up, got himself dressed and headed to the front of the building. The one real table still had things stacked on it, and he was distracted until he heard another thud. He walked outside to the front of the warehouse.
A large man was directing workers with building supplies and tools. The man was built stronger than most taurs and nearly as large in size. Bartomus watched the coming and going for a few seconds, and then approached the tall, blond haired man.
"Seems you have a project in the making, can I ask what that might be?" Bartomus extended his hand and smiled at the man. "Bartomus with the Silver Shields, by the way."
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+4=5 ; d20+4=22 ; d20+6=18 ; d20+6=25 ; d20+6=17 ; Thursday June 8th, 2017 9:50:47 PM
Micah sleeps well and, though he knows his slumber was filled with dreams, he does not remember anything of them. As usual he awakes before dawn and begins his daily prayers. Feeling fully refreshed and recovered he heads downstairs and returns to the collection of items they recovered. He casts detect magic and takes another look at the items that puzzled him before.
When Bartomus opens the door, he stands in the background peering around the taur to see what is happening in the street.
====== Perceptions 5, 22 Spellcraft in order of treasure list: Flail 18 Ring 25 Potion 17
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 d20=19 ; d20=16 ; Friday June 9th, 2017 9:16:56 AM
Of all the times to be aware, K chooses this one.
The pounding downstairs rouses the sleepy paladin from his sleep. He makes a note to purchase some kind of machine that makes that espresso stuff. He notes the stuff from their last adventure still sitting there. Too bad that rat guy wasn't around to clean up after them anymore.
He walks outside shirtless in a pair of pajama pants, rubbing his eyes and elbowing Micah. "What's all this then?" he asks the cleric.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+1=14 ; d20+4=24 ; d20+4=9 ; Friday June 9th, 2017 10:51:37 AM
Remembering they still have sorting to do of the magic items, Zander makes a mental note to check them in the morning, along with the deeds. Going to his mat in his curtained off area he quickly falls into deep slumber. Hearing Micah get up Zanders pushes himself up and goes through his usual morning routine. He pulls out the unknown items when Micah goes over to re-evaluate them. He then checks if anyone had put a claim on any items, he'd have to remind the others to look since no one had other than potions. He wanted to sell them all off before they headed out of the city. Hearing the commotion outside he goes out to take a look with Bart.
"I'm Zanderallen. What's all this? You planning on building something?", Zander has a guess as to why they're there but doesn't want to jump to conclusions.
------------------------------ Int 14 Perception 24 (I'm going to miss that 20 next time we have combat) Perception 9
OOC: Please mark any of the magic items you want on the party treasury. Zander wants to sell off everything except what people want and the potions.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+8=17 ; d20+8=13 ; Friday June 9th, 2017 11:13:36 AM
Stock has already been awake and about for sometime when the banging starts. He's out the door right behind Bartomus.
"I know a jobsite when I see one. Did Stohp manage to hire you after all? I'm afraid our plans are little more than scratchings on the ground in chalk but I think we can manage. I'm Stock, you can come in right this way..."
=========== [i]Perception 17 Perception 13 OOC - Stock bought a new rope for 1 gp since his old rope was used to tie up Aurellius.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] d20+4=21 ; d20+12=18 ; d20+12=14 ; d20+12=13 ; Friday June 9th, 2017 11:45:25 AM
As the group returns, Dorbin notices the pile of stuff, but doesn't really care. He collapses in a pile in his corner.
The banging in the morning wakes him up and he jumps to his feet. He reaches out for the wall to steady himself, then sinks back to the ground, holding his head. "Ohhh..." He sits there for a moment, hoping his head will clear as he watches the others head out the door to check out the goings-on outside. He slowly makes his way to his feet and looks around. He heads into the kitchen to get some water before heading back to the table of stuff, checking out the pile once again.
He looks over the items and picks up the crossbow. It is large in his hands, but he can't quite figure out how it works. He also notes the large pile of healing potions and figures they might come in handy. He picks up the cloak and tries it on.
(Spellcrafts: flail: 18 ring: 14 potion: 13)
DM RobertD "It's a new day dawning" Friday June 9th, 2017 8:44:07 PM Dorbin and [Micah] examine the items on the table. Both of them conclude that the Flail is a +1 Flail, large size. Micah determines that the ring is a ring of protection +1. The potion is a potion of cure light wounds.
Gooey, yellow, lotion type stuff from bakery is not magical. You're still not sure what it is, but you're pretty sure Spellcraft will not enlighten you.
The vial of vinegar is just that, vinegar. You're not sure what it's for, but there is a crumpled piece of paper that was wrapped around it with some string. The paper is blank, but it is very stiff.
Bartomus, Stock, and Zanderallen head out the door to see about the commotion. The large man turns around and smiles winningly at them. "Oh, hey there. I'm Ike Olmes. Happy, Brassy, and Grukk sent me over. They tell me you've got some fixing up needed and I'm here to make it right."
K comes and interrupts Dorbin and Micah to bring them outside.
"Oh, I see. You're worried about all this. Well it seems your budget is small, actually I believe Happy said there is no budget. That's why all this stuff is being donated. Seems citizens on the Fence are mighty pleased with you and everyone has bits of scrap wood and materials. Not all of it is useful though, so that's why I'm sorting it out here, eh." He pauses to direct a few more cart loads of material.
He leans in to you all. "Confidentially, I've been told by Brassy to make sure to use good stuff, and if it's not donated to let him know."
Ike pulls out some papers he had in his back pocket. Stock recognizes the papers as the one's he was drawing on last night in the Giggling Ghost. "Now I understand one of you is a carpenter? Contractor? Have you ever done a complete rebuild of a warehouse to residential? You got to make sure you have the right professionals for the right work. Remodeling is not always a DIY project....if you want to do it right." He shuffles the papers around looking at them and then at you.
He looks up with a questioning eye. "What sort of interior walls were you considering, plywood, slat and plaster?" He looks around at the materials. "Maybe a mix, that would lend itself to making some of your rooms more personal? And of course you have a great location here, being right on the waterfront. We could do some piping with some pumps and you could have indoor running water. If you had a sewer connection I could even work out one of those new flushing toilets."
Ike looks at you with a smile.
Time to start doing some planning. Who is your Wiki keeper? You have old characters still listed.
Sid sleeps soundly. Content with visions of sugar plums still dancing in his head.
Stohp sleeps long and hard, and dreams of dancing on the dance floor with a crown on her head.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Friday June 9th, 2017 10:41:48 PM
Bartomus grinned as he let Ike's hand drop. "Stohp is one of the planners, but where the heck is she? Anyway, Stock is another and K, Micah and Zander there are the leaders of the Shields."
Bartomus pointed to the others standing at the door and followed Ike as he walked over and began explaining the materials and the approach to walls and plumbing. "Running water and plumbing would be mighty fine otherwise there may be a lot of ships out on the lake that might not appreciate their views of our windows, or rather what's hanging out of the windows."
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+1=21 ; Friday June 9th, 2017 11:23:18 PM
Sid wakes up late and slowly, going through two pots of strong tea before taking a walk in the clear morning to catch some deals on fish and produce. He stops and talks with a few people on the street, trying to work around to any rumors about the missing wood cutters and anyone else out there that might be gone.
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Diplomacy: Nat 20
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Saturday June 10th, 2017 4:40:31 PM
Once he hears what the ruckus is about, his face spreads into a wide grin. Although he in no way feels entitled to the outpouring of generosity, to whatever degree, of the people of the Fence, he recognizes that graciously accepting their gifts is a sign of respect and courtesy.
He watches Ike and decides he is a competent craftsman. He steps forward, hand extended, "Good to meet you Mr. Olmes. I am Micah Smith, one of the Shields. My experience is with metal, so I am of little use to you and will stay out of the way of you and your crew." He bows in departure and returns back to the interior intending to help Zanderallen with their wares once he is available.
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 Saturday June 10th, 2017 6:48:08 PM
K elbows Zander. "Hear that? We're the leaders of the Silver Shields." He walks forward to Mr. Olmes and offers a handshake. "K. Paladin of Flower. I know nothing of any use to you, so I'll stay out of your way." He looks around a bit and points at the proposed plans for their home. Lowering his voice, he continues. "This will be my room. If you could finish the walls in plaster suitable for artwork to be painted directly on, that would be greatly appreciate."
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Saturday June 10th, 2017 9:46:49 PM
Stohp sleeps late and has a leisurely breakfast before heading over to the warehouse. Seeing the amassed workmen, she listens in as Ike explains about the donations. She, in turn, works with Stock to go over their current plans for the warehouse. She also mentions the tunnel leading to the sewers and is enthusiastic about possibly getting plumbing.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Sunday June 11th, 2017 10:05:32 AM
After explaining their tentative plans to Ike Stohp decides to leave the job in his capable hands, with Stock to supervise, and go furniture shopping.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Sunday June 11th, 2017 12:30:41 PM
Bartomus interjected the need he had for a place for his work bench, and then he realized that he he still had something to do. He thanked Ike and his crew for their help and headed back into the warehouse.
He walked back inside the warehouse and to his work bench. The piece was still there in the chaulks and he looked at it. The dyes had taken very well and the glues had dried as he hoped holding the four garnets in place on the points of the piece. Unfortunately, he only had a simple leather strip to tie it to, but he figured that something better might be found when he passed it on.
With the leather thong tied to the top point, the well carved, and inlaid piece needed to find its new home. He smiled and heard the voice he was looking for down the hall.
They were discussing the layout of rooms and finishes in the remodeling of the warehouse. He chuckled as he overheard the conversation and when K finished he spoke up.
"Hey, K, I have something for you," Bartomus said as the paladin finished. "See as the newbie, I felt it just wasn't all that fair that your share of the spoils of that first adventure, before Shredds's take over, was a bit smaller than mine. So, I took it on myself to make something as a bit of a thank you and of some value."
Bartomus lifted his hand and held out a very well bone carved symbol of K's diety Flower. The bone had been dyed with green and dark reddish dyes that had turned the bone into a sturdy, well crafted symbol. The leaves were more forest tree like, some of Bartomus' style had creeped into the effort that added a bit of the wilds to the image. The flower's four outer petals were set with small red garnets that caught the light when it moved. The carving was tied to the center of strip of leather.
"I just wanted to make sure things were fair and hopefully, you can find a use for this and if not your style, well, I am pretty sure some of my clients would buy it off you as it's one of my better pieces in a while."
Bartomus smiled and handed the carving to K.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Monday June 12th, 2017 8:56:17 AM
When K brings Dorbin outside, he looks around and squints in the bright light. He moves over into some shade and holds his head with both hands, eyes closed as he listens in.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Monday June 12th, 2017 10:19:44 AM
Stock feels completely at home in helping Ike organize the materials outside the warehouse. He also can't help noticing a few knowing looks from some of the locals as they walk by. When the two of them get a spare couple minutes, Stock leads Ike inside to go through the plans and add some details. Almost immediately he begins to hear reservations from Ike on some of the plans. Not only that, but Stock's inexperience around the Taurs led him to underestimate their space requirements.
The two of them spend a couple hours hammering out some further details and showing their thoughts to any of the shields who come around to take a look.
============= OOC - version 2 of the HQ should be ready soonish. Isn't there a shipment on this date that we need to be meeting?
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Monday June 12th, 2017 2:14:28 PM
Winking back at K, "When did that get decided? I don't think I made my acceptance speech. I'll have to get working on it. I guess with three of us we'll have to go by majority votes. All in favor of followers of Domi getting first dibs on treasure?" Looking over at Micah, Zander sees him standing by the piled equipment patiently waiting. His laugh dying out he goes over, "Well maybe not, but speaking of treasure we need to get this haul to the catacombs soon, and return those deeds. Maybe a few of us could do that to get out of the way of the builders. Sounds like some major construction."
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Monday June 12th, 2017 3:14:54 PM
On his way back Sid stops by HQ and whistles at the activity. Going up to the Shields he says, "Wow guys, what's all this?" After hearing about the work going on Sid Says, "Can I have a work area? I have some ideas clunking about my head."
DM RobertD "Day 2 mid morning" Monday June 12th, 2017 8:06:09 PM
Ike Olmes shakes the papers in his hands and says. "Let's take a look." He and Stock take a tour through the warehouse. Ike makes several suggestions regarding the plans he holds. He pats K on the shoulder and takes out a small wooden wand and makes some marks on the paper concerning plaster walls for K's room. (OOC per the email, I don't think we need to rehash the warehouse plans here.)
Ike turns to Micah when he mentions being a metal worker. "Don't be too sure. Finding quality metal work can be trying, poor welds, rough work, and the like.
He nods to Bartomus and suggests that rooms on the third floor may be best, perhaps an open workbench on the first floor along the wall?
As Stohp drops by Ike introduces himself. "Hello madam. Are there any special considerations you would like in the warehouse?" He edges closer and talks quietly too her. Stohp only unless Perception 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {"Actually I think that Grukk is also talking to some of the merchants. You may find a variety of slightly used and damaged,"[/b] he winks, "furniture items being delivered as well over the next few days."}
Ike notices Dorbin standing off to the side. "Hi there. Would you like an awning put along the front wall here? Perhaps someplace to sit in the shade and still be outdoors?" Ike pauses and turns to Micah. "Maybe a wrought iron frame work for the awning?"
Bartomous presents K with a present. K accepts it and stares down at the work of art in this hands.
Zanderallen notes all the activity and decides that he will just be getting in the way. Along with several of the other less skilled members of the Shields. He suggests that they do some division of labor and get to finishing identifying and claiming the loot, so items not wanted can be sold. He also suggests that the deeds need to be returned to the residents of Crook Street.
Sid Rolls out of bed to hear Elly working in the shop. "Be back at noon, we can have lunch together." She calls out. Sid notes she is working on creating a string for the bow he crafted yesterday. He goes down to the warehouse and is confronted by a large work area. He asks about having a work area as well. Ike Olmes suggests that perhaps another bench along the first floor wall where Bartomus's bench would be. Or putting both in the back room where the sewer entrance is.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Monday June 12th, 2017 9:16:31 PM
When Bartomus heard Ike mention the location of work benches, he turned and caught the contractor's eye. "Hey, guys, I can work with either location - something down here along a wall, or in the back room. That would work, just so long as there are no unwanted visitors from the sewers below."
He chuckled and nodded at Sid. "I bet we could make that back room work, though. May be a bit easier to leave things on the bench that way, versus out here where we could have trainings and such."
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Monday June 12th, 2017 9:35:47 PM
Micah's smile broaden's at Ike's comment about the importance of good metal work in a construction project, satisfied that his hint was received.
At the mention of the awning frame, he responds enthusiastically, "Let me know how you want to attach it to the structure and give me a bit of a layout and I will try to put something together, provided the family forge is available."
Once back inside he decides to move a few things along. "It appears Zander and I will be doing some trading. There's a bit of a load. Who else wants to join us? And. There is still the matter of the deeds. Dorbin and Stock, would you be willing take the lead in dealing with the deeds? Who else would like to take care of that?" He names those two with the idea that the extra exposure and recognition would be good for each of them, though for different reasons.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Tuesday June 13th, 2017 9:14:43 AM
When asked about the awning, Dorbin looks around and points at himself to make sure the person speaking is really asking him. When he realizes they are he says, "Well, sure, that sounds nice. Could it be red and white?"
When Micah mentions returning the deeds, Dorbin nods his head in agreement to help return those with Stock.
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 Tuesday June 13th, 2017 9:31:47 AM
K accepts Bart's gift, holding it at eye level by its leather strap. "It's not really an aspect I pay a lot of attention to, but my lady is also the patron goddess of the arts." He turns the thing, taking it in. "I may not be an artist, but I know quality when I see it. This is beautiful, Bart. I'd be honored to wear it."
He slips the symbol around his neck, tying the leather securely. "Oh yea, I can channel some of my lady's divinity through this."
He looks up at Bart, not sure how to hug a minotaur. He settles for gripping the taur's shoulder. "This means a lot. Thank you."
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Tuesday June 13th, 2017 10:00:16 AM "Ike - do you have everything you need then? In that case I'm going to get out of your hair for a little while. Shake a leg Dorbin, let's go! Do you have the deeds? Would ya just get the deeds?? Come on we're burning daylight here."
He turn around again and trying (and probably failing) to act nonchalant asks, "Are you bringing your cat?"
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Tuesday June 13th, 2017 10:10:06 AM "You are welcome," Bartomus said to K with a smile. Bartomus then headed out to his favorite overlook of the lake and began his morning meditations with the sounds of hammers and saws ringing in his years.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Tuesday June 13th, 2017 2:43:49 PM
Sid looks at his fresh food and back to the Shields, "Well, ok guys it looks like things are moving here I have have to make lunch. Hey Bart, I think we can work that out, those I don't know about being near the sewer. Oh well, we'll burn that bridge when we come to it."
Sid makes his way back home thinking about any stories he heard while shopping
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((Did my Nat 20 on diplomacy while I was shopping give me anything more about anyone disappearing a la Rudolph?))
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Tuesday June 13th, 2017 4:21:03 PM
With a source of furniture secured and Stock going to return the deeds Stohp decides to stick around so she'll be available if Ike needs anything or has questions. Once the work starts she'll pitch in and help; it's been to long since she last got to work on a big project.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Tuesday June 13th, 2017 7:09:00 PM "Deeds are on the table here. Let's get a move on Micah, and anyone else who wants to come. Give some room for the builders to get to work." Zander gathers up all the gear that no one has claimed and heads off to sell it with Micah and whoever else joins them. -------------------------- [OOC: Will be posting on the catacombs today or tomorrow, will give dms full transaction log. Everything not claimed or consumable will be liquidated for division.]
DM RobertD "Day 2 mid morning" Tuesday June 13th, 2017 9:17:28 PM Zanderallen and Micah gather up the unclaimed magic items to sell. Zanderallen shoves the yellow lotion off to the side since Micah and Dorbin have assured him that it's not magical. Items gathered they head out the door.
Ike gives a nod to Micah. "If you find the time I think a metal frame extending 8 feet out with maybe a 20 degree pitch. Maybe 20 feet long." He smiles. "I think we can just bolt it in."
Stock and Stohp consult with Ike about the planned remodel. He has a couple of new suggestions with the revisions. (See the email, nothing major, the powers that be are checking to see about building height restrictions.)
Stock and Dorbin gather up the deeds. A little nervous Dorbin follows the affable Stock out the door and up to Crook Street.
K and Bartomus share a moment. Then Bartomus goes off and tries to find a little communing peace. Knowledge Nature 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { There is a actually a grove for druids on one of the upper levels of the Float. }
Sid looks around the job site and decides that he can stay out of the way and be useful. He grins and heads back to the Split Arrow, letting the other's know where he will be if needed. As he goes he contemplates what is going on in the world... Sid only since he has not shared...Highlight to display spoiler: { If you recall from last Thursday's post, we have had to retread some of the story. Randolph is not actually missing, he's late with the wood supply. All the wood suppliers are late. The wood is not harvested in the Crying Woods, that would be deadly. It is harvested in a non-sentient wood near the mountains to the east. map The Druids on the Float have worked out a way to get the wood to the city. That's all you know at this point.}
Stohp grabs her tool belt and joins Ike's task force of helpers. They all seem competent, if only a crew of 6.
K looks around. It appears the deliveries have all been made. Ike and his crew are starting to put up some ladders and scaffolding inside. He notes Micah and Zanderallen heading off to the Catacombs. Stohp appears to be joining the work crew. Sid is going off to be with his missus. [Dorbin] and Stock are heading to Crook Street. K realizes that he will be pretty much on his own.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+4=9 ; Tuesday June 13th, 2017 11:19:35 PM
Bartomus found his spot, it was an overlook of the lake and worked. He spent his time remembering the grove and Eberyon's visit. His mind saw images and flashes of fire, water, wounds, and tricks. His fingers made patterns and motions that helped fix the given spells that had flashed through his mind. He went over them as he watched boats and birds come and go from the Float.
When he finished, he wandered back towards the warehouse, grabbed a farmers pie, and joined in with the efforts to help with construction. When they took a break, he turned to Stohp and asked, "So, what supplies do you think we might need for our excursion? We may want to head that way during their lunch break to get what we need."
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Tuesday June 13th, 2017 11:46:14 PM "Hmmph", grunts Micah as he picks up a load of items for sale, "This is a lot of stuff."
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 Wednesday June 14th, 2017 10:00:20 AM
K looks around. He didn't have any purchases he wanted to make at the catacombs, but at least he could help Micah and Z carry stuff.
"Here," he says to Micah. "Let me give you a hand. What we need is a good wheelbarrow." It occurs to K that their home is a construction site, and construction sites have wheelbarrows, but they probably needed them. He loads up his arms with stuff and heads out.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Wednesday June 14th, 2017 12:33:12 PM
As Dorbin picks up the deeds, he looks down at Emily, the cat, and tells Stock, "Well, she sort of goes where she wants to go these days, though I am understanding her a bit more now." He leans down to her and speaks in some squeaks and grunts and continues, "She says she is going because she wants to go. I guess we should go give these back, then."
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Wednesday June 14th, 2017 3:46:23 PM
Zander looks at Micah and K as they head to the Catacombs, "Looks like the holy men get trusted with the coin." As they walk he thinks over the changes being made to the warehouse, might actually feel like a real home.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Wednesday June 14th, 2017 3:50:45 PM
Stock looks from Dorbin, to Emily, back to Dorbin, and then finally to Emily. "Hmmph. Fine. Make sure she doesn't slow us down."
The three push on to Crook Street with Stock intentionally keeping his normally brisk pace under control so that the cat can keep up. As he meets the locals, Stock tries to handle the introductions and deflects most (but not all) of the accolades onto Dorbin. In addition, when any of the locals ask questions that require any sort of thinking, Stock defaults to a totally blank expression and strange puffing of his cheeks as he waits for Dorbin to puzzle out what to do or recommend.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Wednesday June 14th, 2017 6:53:13 PM
Sid takes his time and makes lunch chilling the wine the best he can and plates fish and perfumed rice with whatever veggies were freshest, and some chocolate and fruit for desert, enjoying the mundanity as he waits for the next part of their mission.
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Cooking: Taking 20!
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Wednesday June 14th, 2017 6:54:38 PM
As Stohp helps with the workers there is a bit of kerfuffle. It seems that, as a taur, everyone expects her to be able to easily do a lot of the heavy lifting, which she's incredibly bad at. After the fourth time someone asks her to carry a huge pile of stuff by her lonesome, she huffs, "Pick up your own dang lumber! Not every Taur is some super-woman!"
DM RobertD "Noonish" Wednesday June 14th, 2017 9:29:05 PM Sid makes a beautiful lunch. When Elly comes to their rooms above the shop (I'm envisioning a townhouse sort of thing with the living quarters upstairs, the bottom floor is the work room and sales desk) she takes in the wonderful smells of lunch. "This looks great. Why don't you put the out to lunch sign up downstairs."Sid wonders why she didn't do it when she came up here, but has wisely learned not to question the goings on of a woman's mind. When he comes back up he see's a large package in his seat. Elly is trying not to smile but doing a bad job of it. Sid approaches and at Elly's silent indication, opens the package. It is a bow (a masterwork bow). "I finished it the other day. You about gave me a heart attack when you came in on me trying to wrap it." Sid only Highlight to display spoiler: { You do not have to pay for the bow, but you must put it on your equipment and include it's worth on your listed inventory for purpose of Wealth By Level.}
The terrible trio K, Zanderallen, and Micah head off for the Catacombs. Guys let me know when you actually post to the Catacombs and I can shoot a notice to them to get on it. You don't have to 'stay' there. It's usually worked out in games that you drop stuff off and get a ticket. That way you're not stuck "off stage" waiting. You need to keep checking and when your ticket is filled you can put a part of text into your post about receiving a messenger/runner from the Catacombs, or even a delivery from the Catacombs if you want to do it that way.
Bartomus considers what they may need to get for their trip into the woods. He then realizes they are going to have to wait for the money to come back from the Catacombs before some people may be able to buy anything. He wonders who he could ask about information about the Crying Woods.
Stock and Dorbin find that many of the merchants of Crook Street did not even realize they had signed leases. Bern Boykins is overjoyed. "Happy told me he knew some people that could help. I'm glad to have met you Shields. Let me know if you ever need any new shoes. Family discount." Charnum, from Charnum's Baked Goods promptly rips the deed to pieces when you present it to her. She then gives you a basket of fresh baked Zimmels (that's German for what Americans call Kaiser Rolls, except that the crust is harder making a good crunch and the inside is soft goodness).
Stohp is somewhat exasperated by lunch time. However, she has to admit Ike and his crew know what they are doing. They've cleared the first floor area's to put in the beams as well as setting the columns to support the new second floor. Ike comes over "Please forgive the crew Miss Stohp. They mean well. I've had a talk to them about stereotyping."
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Wednesday June 14th, 2017 9:46:13 PM
Micah steps with a light step despite his burden. Not long ago, things looked dark for the Fence and beyond. Today, it seems somehow brighter. Thoughts of the upcoming shipment they need to deal with, the concerns about Crimson, and the oddly coincidental wood shortage Sid mentioned, try to occupy his thoughts, but today is not the day to worry about it. Tomorrow, however,...
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Wednesday June 14th, 2017 9:49:18 PM
At lunch, he sat down his thoughts going over what had happened over the past few days. He needed to figure out this thing with the woods. "Hey, wait a second, why don't we go ask the League for information, yea, they might have some information."
He looked about and waited to interrupt Stohp with his idea. When the chance came up, he filled her in on his idea.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Wednesday June 14th, 2017 11:34:47 PM
With the issue taken care off Stohp spends a good hour doing solid work alongside Ike's men. When Bart approaches her during the lunch break she agree's immediately. "Good notion. We can go right after I finish eating."
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Thursday June 15th, 2017 8:40:02 AM
While they are giving back the deeds, Dorbin keeps his eyes open for a shop that might have some finer robes that he can purchase. He's looking for something of quite good quality, but he's not really sure what that would look like.
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 Thursday June 15th, 2017 9:39:34 AM
K shows off his new holy symbol to Micah and Z as they walk back. "Check out what Bart made me. I didn't even know you could dye bone. The artisans who live at the temple all work with precious metals, silk, gems, that kind of thing. Anyone can make that stuff look good, but taking the bones and skin off a creature and turning it into this? That's pretty boss."
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Thursday June 15th, 2017 10:00:52 AM
Never one to turn down free food, Stock immediately samples one of the zimmels. "Bless you Charnum. Hard crust on the outside, light and flaky on the inside...Kind of sounds like me! HAHA!"
At one point on their rounds, Stock glances over his shoulder and realizes that he has lost sight of Emily Jasmine. He turns around completely to give it a better look and is convinced his fast pace has left her behind, he doesn't quite smile as he turns back around...only to find the cat standing 10 feet in front of him staring at him with a look of utter indifference.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Thursday June 15th, 2017 2:36:00 PM "That is an impressive bit of craftsmanship. Bart is quite a taur."
With their goods dropped off Zander heads back to the warehouse. Amazed at how much work they've gotten done already. "Ike, your crew is quite the team. At this rate this place will start feeling like a real home in no time." ------------------- [OOC: I will post to the catacombs when I get home and can double check my list. I'll shoot you an email when I do.]
DM RobertD "Early Afternoon" Thursday June 15th, 2017 8:42:29 PM Bartomus and Stohp decide to visit the chapter house of the Woldian League of Adventurers. They start the tedium of traveling up to the Gold Level. ahemHighlight to display spoiler: {okay little help, I've checked the wold wiki and the DM wiki but short of backtracking through some of your adventures I'm not 100% sure which level the League is on. so, let me know if it's not on the Gold level. }
K shows off his new holy symbol to Zanderallen and Micah. They are impressed.
Returning to the Warehouse they find Ike and his crew industriously at work. The beams are now in place for the second floor extension. They are busy screwing in braces. It is obvious to you that this process will probably take the rest of the day and it looks like quite a tedious process as first they are drilling pilot holes for the screws.
Stock bites into a zimmel and is in heaven. He wonders if he can pick up some butter and honey anywhere. Then he spots the cat. He eyes the cat. The cat seems to shrug and turn its back to him. He looks around and realizes that he's lost Dorbin.
Dorbin is standing in front of a clothier shop looking through the window. Perception 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { Looking in you can see any clothing item less than 10 gold pieces here, from page 159 of the core rules. They look to be well made.} Knowledge local 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { if you want something more than 10 gold you will have to go up to the merchant's level.}
Sid is struck speechless by Elly's gift.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Thursday June 15th, 2017 10:14:55 PM
Micah eyes the holy symbol with admiration, he is warmed by the affection growing among the group and realizes that he shares it.
A few quick inquiries reveals where Stohp and Bartomus went. "Well done", he thinks to himself.
Thinking that he does not have enough time to do anything about the awning frame today, he decides to have another look at the papers they discovered covered in invisible ink. Remembering the trick shown to him earlier he uses the vinegar to make the ink visible again and reviews all the blank papers they found.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Friday June 16th, 2017 12:18:32 AM
Sid laughs and hugs her, "I knew you where up to something. You always have bad timing for these things." He picks up his new longbow and examines the fine workmanship of it and notches it to test its draw weight. He looks to see if Elly put her own mark or the SA's mark on the bow as he unnotches it and hugs her again. "It's wonderful love, just wonderful. I can't wait to test it out at a range." Sid pours more wine for them and keeps her for a very long lunch break.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Friday June 16th, 2017 12:20:58 AM
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Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Friday June 16th, 2017 12:38:03 AM
Bartomus followed Stohp upwards along the stairs and lifts. They came to the doors of the Chapter House and he proudly showed his badge and mentioned they were there to talk to the librarian. He had to repeat himself as the noise from the neighboring inn was a bit more lively than he recalled.
They made their way to the library, and Bartomus looked about.
"Hello, hello," he said somewhat hesitantly. "Hoping to get a bit of help regarding the forests off the from the Lake. Bartomus of the Silver Shields, and I was here a little while back for the journeyman training. So like, we are hoping to understand some of the dangers of the forests."
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+5=16 ; Friday June 16th, 2017 10:07:44 AM "Dorbin...", Stock mutters. He shrugs his shoulders and heads back to the warehouse, his mission on Crook street complete. When he gets back, he starts going through the materials to make sure that none of them are suspect. He is happily surprised to find that everything seems to be in order.
Entering the warehouse, he checks in on progress and is again impressed with both the quality and speed of Ike's work. The job was going to be a big one but this crew seemed to be going about it in an effective manner. Not wanting to interrupt their flow, he heads back to his notes on the bed he is building for himself. He gathers his materials and tools and begins the arduous, yet soothing process of preparing the rough materials recovered from the HQ's previous occupants for fine furniture.
============ Craft Carpentry 15 (prepare materials) OOC - DM - Right now I'm kind of winging this as I've never done a big crafting project like this before in PF. I'm splitting the bed into 3 phases (Design, Materials, Build) and need a craft over 15 to complete. A 20 will provide somehow higher quality. Step in if you feel so inclined or else I'll just keep on keeping on.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Friday June 16th, 2017 10:15:01 AM
When they arrive at the chapter house Stohp lets Bart do the talking while she looks around. It occurs that they've seen other adventurers here every time they've come, but she never hears much about the other adventurers. She's wondering what they all do, especially in recent times with the highly public troubles on mask day.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] d20+6=10 ; d20=18 ; Friday June 16th, 2017 10:57:41 AM
Dorbin wanders into the store, forgetting that he was with Stock. He starts trying on some robes until he finds one that he likes and looks good on him. He picks out a scholar's outfit in black and dark blue. He knows there are more expensive things higher up, but he figures he will just get this one dirty, too, but for now it should just be nice and clean.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+4=5 ; d20+13=14 ; Friday June 16th, 2017 11:33:18 AM
With the rest of the day ahead of him and still some time before they were needed elsewhere Zander watches the other shields, most of whom had hobbies or crafts to occupy their hands. Micah had his smithing, Stock, Stohp, and Bart had their woodworking, Sid was a bowyer. Maybe he should find something while he had some time. Going out for a stroll he wanders the streets and market greeting and watching various craftsman and street performers. Nothing catches his interest til he hears a merry tune from down the street. Following the music he comes to a bard playing a lyre. Waiting til he finishes his tune Zander walks up dropping a gold piece into his bin he asks, "Sir bard, would you mind giving me some lessons? I am happy to be a generous patron." Sitting down next to the bard he begins the task of learning an instrument. His first attempts are hilariously bad and not wanting to ruin the bard's crowd he doesn't stay long, and does his best to keep the crowd from moving on. Zander gets a little tongue tied and feeling bad tips the bard another gold piece, "Maybe we an continue this some other time. Thank you for your patience." ------------------------------ Perform(Strings) 5... Diplomacy 15(+1 for WLA prestige)... To try and stop the crowd from souring
Back to back 1s. Really?!?! I guess that's what I get for trying to use skill points for fun character flavor.
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 Friday June 16th, 2017 11:33:52 AM
K helps where he can.
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OOC: Any chance we could take the reno stuff to an email thread & continue on with our adventuring careers?
DM RobertD "later Afternoon day 2" Friday June 16th, 2017 4:49:07 PM K helps out where he can, mostly in toting and holding. He begins to get a bit anxious about getting back on the 'road' and 'loving' some evil...into submission. No can't hurry it along, the module is still under review. Don't worry the renovation will continue once you are off on the next adventure. But for now bide your time and earn some xp through creative roleplaying. :) Also you may need the time to shop in the catacombs after you get money from your payout of selling in the catacombs.
Bartomus and Stohp journey up to Gold level. Though they have been here before it still seems like they are slightly out of place. Everyone here is dressed well beyond the Shields means. The streets are clean and well kept, no uneven cobble stones or planking here. Well groomed bushes line the sidewalks in places. The people are dressed in flashing colors and prints, even some gold and silver embroidery. The shops here cater to the rich he rule above. At last Bartomus and Stohp arrive at the WLA. Showing their badges they are allowed in. When asked about a library the doorman raises an eyebrow and shrugs. He gives them directions. The wander by several training rooms... Perception 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {you watch carefully and note that while there are several people training, they are also well dressed and groomed, you wonder if they have seen much in the way of the dirt and grit of actually adventuring. }
At last Bartomus and Stohp get to the 'library'. It is a small room about 50 by 30 feet. The shelves that line the wall are about 4/5's full. An older gentleman missing his right hand greets you. "Yes the Crying Woods. Dangerous place. Not healthy to try and stay in. 'Tis said the woods themselves be alive and not happy with folk that go wandering around in it." He turns and looks at the shelves. "Can't say I remember much of any 'journals' about people that went into the woods. Could look for you, I could. May take awhile." He pauses again and looks at you. "Woodsy talk is maybe something to see the Druids about eh?"
Sid discovers that the bow is marked with the symbol for the Split Arrow, as well as a heart with the word Elly in it.
Stock returns to the warehouse. He pulls his bed materials up to the third floor to be out of the way for now. Then he spends the rest of the afternoon working on the initial design. I'm good with your bed plan.
Dorbin finds a perfect outfit. He decides to keep his old clothes just in case they have to go down to the sewer or trash level again. Though with a prestidigitation spell he could just clean up the clothes after they were soiled.
Micah wonders if he should just drop in unannounced or expected at the forge. He shrugs his shoulders and for now examines the blank note and smelling something strange on the paper decides to put the vinegar to the paper. There is reveals the following instructions from Shredds to his men...
Meet the keelboat Regina on the dock on Saturday (that would be after day 4, you are on day 2 now) You Call – “You catch whitefish in that thing?” Response – “No, just sturgeon” You Confirm with – “I like the red ones myself” Osirus will take you to the pickup point. Pay him the 100 gold, he expects it and I'll know if you try to welsh out. It will be the last thing you do. Go ashore and get the shipment, no lollygagging or else. Remember the lotion. - Shredds -
Zanderallen goes exploring and finds a bard. He strikes up a conversation and tries to learn how to play. Unfortunately it is a terrible attempt. Fortunately he is able to placate those watching. In all it probably helps the Shields reputation as it makes them seem more human.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm d20+12=31 ; d20+11=22 ; Friday June 16th, 2017 7:36:20 PM
With Stohps recent wardrobe additions she could dress up and "Fit in" up here. It might even be fun to give it a shot one day, but for now she doesn't care. Let em stare, she has every right to be up here regardless of dress. It seems an odd choice to put the League HQ here really. She notes that the others in the building are dressed for the area and hardly look like they've seen real adventure and hardship (perception 31).
At the librarians suggestion Stohp remembers that there is a druidic area up here somewhere. She tries to remember where... (Knowledge local 22).
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+7=22 ; Friday June 16th, 2017 8:03:37 PM
Bartomus smiled when the librarian mentioned the druids, he chuckled. "Yep, it would make sense to go talk to them for sure, just wondering though if any of the League left any hints about how to deal with the trees based upon being there."
Bartomus paused a second, "We could wait for a bit, and then if you find something maybe we can all read it through and grab a pint next door at the pub? My treat as we are putting you out having just shown up here still ragged from the last couple of days."
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Saturday June 17th, 2017 6:53:59 PM
Feeling antsy, Micah takes some time to sketch out what he thinks Ike has in mind and heads back to the family forge. It seems like a long time since he checked back with the Smith family, but as he recalls the actual days that have elapsed, he realizes it is more a passage of events rather than of days.
He heads to his family's residence and business, mind switching between plans for headquarters and for the upcoming rendezvous. Once he hears the sound of the family shop, however, he forgets all but the moment. He steps into the smithy and, seeing a familiar figure silhouetted against the furnace, calls out, "Father!"
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 Sunday June 18th, 2017 8:35:21 AM
Amid the construction, K grabs a stick of charcoal & sits cross-legged on the floor. He lacks any artistic skill, but he starts roughly sketching out what he'd want in a room, including the artwork to be painted on his walls. There's no shortages of artists at the temple to do the actual work once it's time.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Monday June 19th, 2017 9:45:12 AM
Dorbin is pleased with the robe he has selected and decides to wear it "home." It is an interesting concept to him, now having a place that he can actually call "home." On the way back, he looks at the stores and tries to find a place that might have books, scrolls (non magical), and other such things. If he should find one, he will browse the wares and engage the proprietor in conversation about all things writing.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+5=15 ; Monday June 19th, 2017 12:43:55 PM
With a halfway decent design complete, Stock splits his time between cleaning up the materials he has, making sure that he has everything he needs, and being a slightly overbearing check on Ike's work. He honestly means no disrespect and certainly does not want to be in the way, he just has a hard time watching others do good, hard work without getting involved himself. Eventually after a few pointed looks from some of Ike's crew, he picks up on their agitation and retires to his bedroom to finish up the next step on the bed. He's a little dismayed at the quality of some of the materials, but as usual, a little planing does wonders.
He begins to idly wonder if there is any gear he should pick up for their next outing, and what exactly he will be able to afford.
============= Craft Carpentry 15 for materials/tools, 1 more needed for the build to get the bed done
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Monday June 19th, 2017 2:18:36 PM
Zander spends more of his afternoon wandering the fence, checking in with old acquaintances and friends. He decides to wait till tomorrow to continue his musical endeavors. Eventually he heads back to the warehouse and assists with hoisting some of the support beams into place.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Monday June 19th, 2017 5:35:03 PM
Sid spends the rest of the day with Elly, making plans for the future and generally talking and being together.
DM RobertD "Day 2 - evening" Monday June 19th, 2017 8:29:28 PM Bartomus and Stohp find two chairs to sit in while the one handed man rumbles about the library peering at various tomes. He will sometimes pull one out an lay in at a table near at hand.
"Hmm, this is interesting," the old man says. "The Crying Woods, one of the seven sentient magical forests of the Wold, the Crying Woods is hostile to all non-plant creatures. The Crying Woods, also called Nemorlachria, is a malevolent, magical, near-sentient forest located to the northeast of the Elennian Peninsula. It is bounded on the west by the sea, on the north by The Great Prairie, and on the east by mountains. A large lake on its eastern border is the current home of the The Floating City. In ancient days, this forest was home to both drow and a race of intelligent reptiles. After a brutal war, which ended in the devastation of both races at the end of the second age, the Crying Woods rejected all animal life, and became malevolent. In the Cataclysms that followed, it barely managed to survive, and its hatred toward all creatures became stronger. Now the forest is actively hostile to all non-plant creatures, and it fights them in its ways. Therefore, any creatures (except plant creatures) are attacked if they enter the Woods, with a few exceptions: A clan of green dragons who have somehow made a pact with the Woods. A tribe of elves have found a way (via an ancient Teucri artifact) to merge an elven soul with the heart of the Wood. The merged soul can mitigate the Woods' longstanding animosity toward some creatures. The current merged soul is a former adventurer and member of The Crimson Shields of Hope adventuring party. On very rare occasion, the direct act of a god has lifted this animosity. Rumor has it that Domi, for example, once interceded in this way. There are rumors that reptiles survive on the fringes of the Woods, but if true, no one knows how. Some of the flora of the Crying Woods includes: Purple orcs. These are not orcs at all. They are some kind of a plant in humanoid form, spawned by carnivorous trees, and born in pods that hang from the branches. These ‘orclets’ are fast, and able to swarm and overpower much stronger creatures. Their claws seem enchanted, causing those they hit to fall into a deep sleep. When slain, orclets grow with magical speed into trees themselves, as if they were seeds all along. Through similar fey magic, other "animals" have managed to live in the Crying Woods by adopting the plant type. These include: Woods Parrots - Squat, about a foot long, its feathers are jet black, its short beak is bright red. Sports a brilliant blue crest on the top of its head. Excellent mimic. Woods Monkeys - Tiny, white-furred monkeys with big black eyes. Other plants include: Vanilla Pods – brown, about 6” long, carrying a beautiful aroma of rich vanilla. Spiny Sunflowers - grow in bog mud (which is, by the way, beneficial to the skin as a softener). These flowers shoot out spines, like arrows, at intruders, usually waiting until they are stuck in the mud. The spines are strong as steel and vary in length." The one armed man stops. "Well that's all I've found so far, looks like it's quitting time. How about that beer?"
Sid spends a lovely time at home.
On the third floor, Stock looks over his bed design. It seems sound. He looks in on Ike and his crew but really has nothing to add. They do clean up the work area before they leave. Ike nods at you and with a smile says, "Always clean up the work area every day, that way the mess doesn't build into something that wants to take over the work zone." Highlight to display spoiler: { You can't roll any more for the construction of your bed until a new 'day' has happened.}
Also on the third floor K draws in one of the chalked out regions where the rooms will be built. He seems contented. Profession ... please roll a profession art roll to see how well your designs came out for the walls.
Micah leaves the paper with the now visible secret message on the table for everyone to see. He then heads for home. Mattus turns and sees his son. "Micah, well Domi bless me tis a family reunion. I'm just banking the coals for morning. Come on Mama's about got the meal ready." He claps his son on the shoulder, and a sturdy clap it is, and leads him home. Micah steps through the door to the smells of something wonderful from his childhood. He is doubly surprised to see that Lukas and Jetta are both sitting at the table as well. "Look mama, what I've brought home." Esma cries out, "My BABY!"Micah is smothered in hugs. Getting to table Mattus says grace and during the course of the meal much is discussed. ..... Highlight to display spoiler: { hint hint }
Dorbin finds little in the way of book shops at this level. At long last though he runs into a small cubby hole of a shop that seems to sell books. They seem a trifle tattered and worn, but the proprietor is welcoming and does have a supply of some paper, ink, and quills.
Zanderallen spends restless hours wandering the fence and talking to acquaintances. A little forlornly he contemplates what having a family would have been like. Perhaps he has found one and does not fully realize it. He does realize that he never really had what others call a home, just a place where he tried to sleep at night. Even the temple was a just a place, between where he was and where he was going. Oh they taught him everything he needs to know, but it was never really a home. He silently helps Ike clean the work zone, then sits at the table and realizes it's been awhile since lunch. He wonders who is still at the warehouse, and if they should take their free meal at the Fatted Calf, The Brass Toad, or the Giggling Ghost.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Monday June 19th, 2017 9:05:34 PM
Bartomus listened intently and nodded as the librarian shared with them what he had found. This is not going to be a pretty place to be for any real period of time. Not pretty at all, he thought to himself and shot Stohp a look that echoed his thoughts. As the man finished, Bartomus had a look of concerned concentration on his face. It faded when the old man asked about the promised beers.
"Sure thing, you definitely earned that a decent meal too boot," Bartomus responded with a smile. His eyes were a bit distant though as he tried to commit the information to memory. Especially the bit about a Crimson Shield, former Crimson Shield, that might be the way they could get to where they needed without a lot of additional harassment.
"Stohp, you in for a pint or two, and something savory to eat?" Bartomus asked as he got up from the library table and nodded to the door.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Monday June 19th, 2017 11:09:20 PM
Stohp, for one, is glad they found that ointment that prevents forest attacks. "Sure sure. We should hit the Ghost."
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Tuesday June 20th, 2017 8:36:13 AM
Dorbin comes out of the small shop, happy to have met someone else who likes books and writing. He will be sure to remember the location of that shop. As he steps outside, he remembers that he was with Stock. He looks around and wonders where Stock had gotten off to. He scampers back to the warehouse to see if he can find him, or if he needs to let the others know that he has lost Stock...
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Tuesday June 20th, 2017 1:46:35 PM
After a while, working by himself on his bed, Stock begins to get antsy. As often happens to him when he runs out of things to do, his thoughts shift to the Open Air Level and his masterpiece. At this point, Stock does not love the fact that he is tethered to the float by a need to be close to it, but has come to accept it.
Time for a walk I guess
Walking around the warehouse, he sees K drawing on the floor. "Be back in a little while. I'm going out."
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Tuesday June 20th, 2017 4:29:37 PM
Zander looks around the warehouse for anyone still around, "Anybody want to head to the Ghost for dinner? I'm starving. Stock, Dorbin, K? Any of you in?" Arriving at the Ghost he spots Bart and Stohp at a table and heads over to join them. "Find anything out at the League?"
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 d20=20 ; Tuesday June 20th, 2017 8:31:31 PM
K's drawings include stick figures and things like "dancing people go here" written in chicken scratch. He lacks artistic ability, but certainly seems to have an eye for design (Profession: 20).
He stands up and looks at his design. It's hideous, but with a competent artist it could look pretty good. Wiping the chalk dust off his hands, he starts heading to the door. "Sure thing, Z. Don't have to ask me twice."
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Tuesday June 20th, 2017 8:42:10 PM
Micah is surprised at how quickly he settles back into the old and comfortable routine of dinner with his family.
He is intrigued by the presence of Lukas and quickly gets to this point, "I am a little surprised to find myself at this table tonight, but more surprised by you being here, too. How goes things with the guard? What is happening in the rest of the Float?"
Grateful to have an audience he can be open and unguarded with, he shares the recent events, telling them of the Silver Shields, collectively, and individually, the Hands of Love, the undercrat's improbable selections, Hard Love, Shredds, Sergeant Lestrade, and Father Arellius. He is careful not to mention the upcoming shipment, but shares about the zombie infestation and the mysterious spores. His tale comes easily and slowly often digressing to hear more of Lukas's activities as well as things of the business and his old neighborhood. In all his tales he is careful to neither boast nor be falsely modest.
The most intense part of the evening comes when he tells of his stand against the zombies, "I was completely surrounded. All my training, all my faith, my very vitality was spent. Sid was trying to get a rope to me, but I couldn't get to it without risking losing Stohp. I had to hold the horde at bay so the others could get to the ventilation fans to spread the antidote, so I made my decision." He paused, not to be intentionally dramatic, but because he was overcome with the memory. "I knew I was going to be overrun and inflicted with the disease, but hoped the antidote might restore me before it was too late. To draw the zombies to me and to steel my courage, I starting singing." Looking his father in the eyes, he continued, "It was The Song of Forging I sang. It gave me the strength to do a hard job."[/b]
He eventually continued with a casual telling of the outcome, along with a description of the other recent events of the Silver Shield.
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DM RobertD "Day 2 - Late evening" Tuesday June 20th, 2017 9:35:58 PM Stock heads out on a lonely walk.
Bartomus and Stohp head to the Giggling Ghost with their new friend. He introduces himself as Larimy Trip. Seems he was a fledgling adventurer in the long ago (you think he might be 40). However, he lost his hand early in his career. He only says it was in a great and ferocious fight...with a giant crab. Fern is pleased to serve you tonight.
At the Ghost the group is shown to their usual table. Larimy orders crab cakes "I like to get revenge as often as possible." He explains.
Zanderallen calls out at the warehouse. Dorbin and K respond in the affirmative for heading to dinner. When Dorbin asks about Stock, Zandallen spins around. I could have sworn he was here a few minutes ago. At the Ghost they see Bartomus and Stohp just recently arrived. Pleasantries are exchanged and the guest is introduced. Bartomus and Stohp exchange what they learned at the League. Stohp seems confident that the unidentified lotion is what the secret message referred and you will have no problems in the Crying Woods.
While sitting and enjoying drink after dinner, Sparkle and Firecracker, a pair of sprites, female and male, respectively, begin performing. It is a soothing tune. The Ghost Daphne materializes in front of your table. She eyes each of you then quietly says, "New shields, so young, will they share the same fates as the old shields?" She disappears abruptly.
Micah's family oohs and ahs appropriately. Lukas shrugs and recounts, "The guard is more training and marching than anything else right now. The Float is not at war with anyone currently so it's mostly train and then do a rotation for a week or two walking patrols. I've recently been on the Merchant level patrol for about a month, but will be rotating back to training soon." Mattus nods. "Well the undercrats serve their year and then they can return to their former lives. Still the odds that of the 20 chosen 3 would be from the same temple on the same level. I'd never bet on that happening again." Lukas pipes up, "Don't be betting on anything Dad, that's one of the problems we've been having on the Merchants, seems their is a floating gambling den. We just can't seem to locate it."Micah shows his dad his design for the awning. Mattus asks, "What's this then, seems easy enough, we could probably put that together tomorrow. How you going to attach it?"
OOC I'm not sure how many days have passed since Mask day. I would think not many as fast a schedule as you guys have been on, but someone would have to go back through the posting and count.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Tuesday June 20th, 2017 10:22:01 PM
As supper comes on Sid starts planning his day for tomorrow. He thinks he can go the WLA for more training(+1 to a skill/level right?), but he's not sure how that works. He'll try that in the morning and then reconnect with the Shields in the afternoon to make sure they are ready for the next day. He tells Elly that the Shields have something urgent to do in two days and he will have to "go back to work." They open more wine, some of their cheaper reserves, and continue to spend the day together, though Elly takes can of supper.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Tuesday June 20th, 2017 11:07:41 PM "Larimy here helped us a lot," Bartomus said pointing to their crab eating friend. Bartomus and Stohp's summary was occassionally clarified by the older man as he ate. He was a bit confused when an emphemeral image paused before their table, spoke cryptically and then vanished. Then it dawned on him, that was THE ghost. He took a drink of the ale he had ordered.
"Zander, we need to figure out what we are going to do in the woods. Larimy here made it seem pretty scary even with the lotion we found."
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Tuesday June 20th, 2017 11:11:27 PM
Stohp blinks in surprise at Daphne's comment, then hrms to herself. "Well lets see. Of the Shields that have left us Pesmer fell in love with a girl and moved to the upper levels, I wonder if they've gotten married yet? Koh was selected by a master monk for personal tutoring; a great honor, we've kept in touch and she loves every minute of it. Martisan joined the Sages guild... or was it the Star Mages? and has just been to busy to help, and I think the rest just sort of decided adventuring wasn't for them and went back to their previous lives."
Looking at the other Shields she grins. "If Daphne's right then it sounds like you guys all have bright futures ahead of you."
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Wednesday June 21st, 2017 10:01:36 AM
Dorbin gladly accepts the offer to head to the Ghost for a meal, he realizes it has been awhile since he has eaten. Once there, he takes a seat and is engrossed in the performance. He carefully avoids the mead after last night's adventures...
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 Wednesday June 21st, 2017 10:15:53 AM
K knew better than to make promises to a ghost that he wasn't sure would be kept. "I wonder what would happen to The Float if we stuck around and became powerful...like Dragon Consortium powerful. Would criminal elements be as bold with DC Patrols every night? Probably not."
Then, a thought...
"You know, we should probably be doing patrols at night anyway. Three of us could rotate out & walk The Fence in the late evening when people aren't quite home yet. Just knowing the capable men and women are out looking for troublemakers every night could lower crime 'round these parts."
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Wednesday June 21st, 2017 11:07:56 AM "Sure, patrols make a lot of sense, as it seems the guard is not much of one, and toss in one of the Taurs, we would stick out!" Bartomus agreed with K's suggestion as they ate and drank with the noise of the Ghost playing a background music to their discussions.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Wednesday June 21st, 2017 12:26:48 PM "Floating gambling den. Like the Octopus garden," Micah responds to Lukas. He then explains what happened and asks "Why is gambling a concern? I realize it's dangerous, but why is it criminal?"
Micah beats Lukas to the last serving of garlic potatoes while his brother is formulating a reply.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Wednesday June 21st, 2017 4:54:13 PM One level at a time. When he thinks about it in distance terms, it really doesn't seem to Stock like it should be that far up to the Open Air level. In reality though, working his way through the streets is not so simple nor direct. Stock makes his way upward slowly but surely, letting his head clear as he gets nearer to his destination. When he starts seeing more and more of the wealthy and well off, he tries to keep his head down to attract as little attention as possible.
It really wasn't that long ago that I basically lived up here He smiles as he remembers his long days on the Open Air, working with wood and making his masterpiece. Back then, he used to spend as much time as possible on his jobsite, partially to avoid the wealthy neighbors on the street, and partially because he was utterly and hopelessly lost in his work.
As he nears the villa that is his masterpiece, he notices many of the small touches around the outside that he put in place are still present. He can't see much past the front gates but just knowing it is still here gives him some peace.
DM RobertD "Day 2 - Night" Wednesday June 21st, 2017 6:17:48 PM Stock wanders around on the upper level. He notices the guards on patrol. They are resplendent in their armor and very attentive. They nod at him, knowing that he 'has' a work permit to be up here. As stock starts down he sees the druids leaving the gardens. While they tend the gardens on the upper level, they actually live on the merchant level.
Micah and his brother get into a discussion about politics and gambling. It seems the floating gambling den is not paying taxes. Also there have been some complaints as to fixed games and such. There's no way to regulate what can't be found.
Larimy gets up from the table. "My thanks to all of you." He pats Stohp on the shoulder. "That sounds nice, but what if that's not the shields the ghost was a talkin' about. There was that other adventuring group in the past, the Crimson Shields wern't it?"
K and Bartomus talk about patrolling the Fence. They make a brief foray of it this evening but all seems quite.
Dorbin and Zanderallen enjoy the meal and the company. Content to be watchers. Though who knows what is going on behind those thoughtful eyes.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Wednesday June 21st, 2017 6:50:31 PM
Enjoying the company of the others Zander doesn't say much. He agrees with the idea of patrols and volunteers for the next night. "We even have our own brute squad. Although calling Bart or Stohp a brute seems a bit rude. Come on Bart give us your best ugly brute grimace."
He ponders the dangers of the forest, having never left the float, and rarely the Fence level, the prospect of going into a forest of vengeful trees sends a shiver down his spine. "Hopefully Bart the problem can be dealt with on the outskirts, grab Shredds men and get out."
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Thursday June 22nd, 2017 12:09:19 AM
Bartomus took a deep breath then bellowed as tossed his head and horns about. Then starts laughing at the absurdity of it. [b]"Well that might scare some. But, yea, I have to hope that maybe, just maybe we can avoid a long range excursion. Some of the things that the old man shared, well, let's just say they make Shredds and his ilk look like mere children."
Bartomus followed Zanderallen through the streets and towards their headquarters.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Thursday June 22nd, 2017 1:12:55 AM
Sid and Elly spend time together having a late night even for Elves.
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 Thursday June 22nd, 2017 9:28:30 AM
K arrives back home after a quiet evening out in The Fence. "Well, that was boring, but I guess that's a good thing." He gives a solid, friendly pat on the back to Bart before retiring for the evening.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+5=17 ; Thursday June 22nd, 2017 9:28:43 AM
Content to know that his work is still there and in good shape, Stock begins the trek back downstairs, stopping at the street vendor that Bartomus told him about for a taco or three before retiring for the night.
The next day he is up early again staring at his preparations for his bed.
Should be done today
When Ike shows up with his crew, Stock to make sure that Ike knows that Stock is keeping an eye on them. To be honest though, the work so far has proceeded at a brisk pace with obvious high quality. As he meets the other shields through the warehouse, he makes sure to tell them, "Two things - first, make sure you claim one of the bedrooms as your own in the plans. Don't want nobody complaining on being left with one they didn't want. Second, if'n you want me to start making you something for your space, feel free to ask.
Eventually he is able to get back to his bed and start building it. Hours pass unimpeded - during which he is only vaguely aware of the occasional eyes of a certain cat upon him. Eventually the planing, sawing, and joining is complete and he has a fully functional bed fit for a dwarf. It is probably too short for the non-dwarfs in the group and has a small foot locker built into the end of it. It has a headboard that for now is smooth oak.
Guess I'll have to go out tomorrow for a straw filled mattress, or maybe I can find one of them feather beds...Still be more comfortable than the floor. ======== Craft Carpentry 17 (build phase complete)
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Thursday June 22nd, 2017 9:36:21 AM
After a night at the Ghost, Dorbin returns home with the others. When he sees Stock he remembers something, but it takes him a minute to remember what it was. Then he asks Stock, "Did you get lost? I seem to remember you were with me, then you were not. I wasn't sure if you were going to be coming back here to join us to stay or not. I'm guessing, based on the work around here, that you're going to stay. I think that will be nice." As he talks, Emily walks around his legs, rubbing up against them.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Thursday June 22nd, 2017 9:56:04 AM
After the party Stohp heads back to the Fatted Calf and hits the sack. In the morning she consults with Ike about the furniture that he said might be coming; renovations are going well, but that does no good if the bedrooms don't have beds.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+4=14 ; Thursday June 22nd, 2017 4:39:39 PM "I would prefer one of the rooms on the second story near the stairs. I like to be close to the exits."
After finishing his morning exercises Zander helps out with whatever he can for Ike as extra labor for the morning before heading out again. Searching the merchants he finds a lyre and purchases one of his own to practice on. Then finding a quiet spot he continues his practice, trying to work out the notes the bard showed him the day before. Pleased that after sleeping on it the notes are starting to flow he eventually will join back up with any others at the HQ to go to supper.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Thursday June 22nd, 2017 5:04:28 PM
Sid wakes up and makes breakfast, and parts from his love early. He heads down to HQ and sees if he can help with the Shields. As he meets them he makes sure they all know about Randolph and the missing woodcutters, "If our mission doesn't dove tail with finding them, then we should at least keep an eye out," he keeps saying. As for HQ he makes sure their building space is coming together, and tries to help when he can.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Thursday June 22nd, 2017 6:42:23 PM
Micah returns to the headquarters late and content, planning to return the next morning to work on the awning. His father had asked him how he planned to attach it. The question made him smile as he had asked Ike the same. The builder did not offer a suggestion and he told his father so, expecting him to come up with a good solution.
DM RobertD "Day 3 morning to early afternoon" Thursday June 22nd, 2017 9:00:17 PM Stock rises early and reminds everyone that the need to pick their rooms. However, he then realizes that the rooms have not been built. The second floor extension will probably be floored in today. But the third floor still has only the outer walls. He eyes Ike and his work crew. They are certainly making headway. Maybe a few days more and they will be done.
Dorbin hangs around the warehouse. He frequently looks in on Stock but Stock never seemed to notice him.
Sid checks in with group. He mentions that the woodcutters for the float have not been able to get a shipment through lately. He relates that the Druids have some way that allows the woodcutters to haul the wood needed by various business around town to be cut outside the Crying Wood and then transported through it. Remember, we had to rework this a little. Randolph is not missing. It's that the woodcutters can't get a shipment through.
Bartomus and K wander around the Fence learning all the different routes and paths. It is a little on the rough side as many sailors and the like hang out here. It's okay during the daylight, but at night it can be a little scary.
Zanderallen buys a lyre and begins practicing. He sits on the dock of Bay Street to Practice.
Micah's father laughs when he hears about the attachment. Mattus welcomes Micah to the shop that morning. When he learns that Ike Olmes is doing the project he nods. "Well if I know Ike, he will drill bolt holes clear through the structure and secure it that way. So we should plan on more than the bare minimum of bolting flanges." They get to work on the project. They finish the awning in the mid afternoon and then haul it down to the warehouse. There they see Lukas standing near the entrance. Beside Lukas is a strange contraption. Close examination reveals it to be an iron practice dummy. Lukas smiles at Micah. "Hey little brother, I brought you a present. It's a little worn and has several dents, and the arms won't hold position anymore, but maybe a little hammer work and some ingenuity will fix that." He then tosses some wooden practice swords to Micah Highlight to display spoiler: { the iron dummy is just that, it's made of beaten iron, some are filled with sand to add durability and help reduce the ringing sound. This one has some loose seems and the sand has run out. Some of the better one's have clockwork arms and attachments to invoke different fighting stances. Wooden swords are used to keep the dummies from breaking too quickly and of course no one wants to break even a practice sword because those are still expensive to make.}
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:21/27 CMD:14] Friday June 23rd, 2017 8:55:01 AM
Dorbin watches some of the construction with amazement, trying not to get in the way, but finding himself and Emily in the way more often than not...
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Friday June 23rd, 2017 9:56:56 AM
Bartomus slept on his bedroll and in the morning realized he really needed to find a bed. He gathered his thoughts and headed to the overlook he had come to use for his morning reflections. He thoughts continued to stray from the needs within the new building he had to the challenges that lie ahead in the woods. The information that he and Stohp had learned the day before still caused him some level of concern. There sounded like to many potential defenders. He needed to go talk to druids familiar with the forests. He needed to find them like it was suggested.
He paid his respects to Eberyon and his mind rested on the need to cure wounds, to channel fire and to have the strength needed to keep the peace. It was time to find a decent bed, or at the least a mattress to use instead of the bedroll. He also wanted to find the druids and ask about what might be in the Woods.
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 Friday June 23rd, 2017 11:58:31 AM
K hunkers down in what will someday soon be his bedroom. He says a small prayer, thanking Flower for a moment of respite.
"Lady Flower, I appreciate having some time without zombie plant folk and misguided followers of your mom trying to kill me. I sure hope my actions so far have pleased you. I'll keep doing my best to make sure they do."
...and with that he passes out for the night.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Friday June 23rd, 2017 1:20:27 PM
Micah's face spreads into a wide grin as he sees Lukas' gift. His mind immediately sets work to determining how to make it, then he realizes that Domi has provided a simpler way. Before that, however, he helps with the delivery of the awning frame and makes sure Ike's crew takes it over.
Then, not wanting to make a spectacle, he solicits Lukas to help him bring the dummy inside, inviting in his father as well. Once out of view of the street, he recites a simple prayer, passing his hand over the fighting dummy part by part. Having finished, he smiles in satisfaction at the repaired mannequin, looking forward to the reactions of the combat oriented members of the Shields.
That being accomplished, brother and father are given a tour of the developing headquarters, the final stop being to display his enchanted armor recently acquired from Zanderallen, knowing both will appreciate the mundane and magical workmanship that went into its creation.
==== Mend spell as needed for dummy repairs.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Friday June 23rd, 2017 2:03:06 PM
Sid claims a room for himself and looks in on the roof top where the practice range was going to be. He looks out over the fence and admires things from the top of the warehouse.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Friday June 23rd, 2017 3:06:48 PM
Coming back from his musical practice Zander spots Micah and his family. He goes over to greet them since he's met them a few times during his time at the temple. "Good afternoon Mattus and Lukas. What do we have here? Wow, you guys are amazing." Spotting the training dummy Zander can't resist the urge to size it up and take a few practice swings. "Oh the neighbors are going to hate us now. Thank you.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Friday June 23rd, 2017 3:15:21 PM
Finding himself between projects, Stock finds his mind drifting outside of the Float. He realizes that he has not been off this "city" for several years and looks forward to getting out and about once again. Seeing Dorbin and "that cat" drift around on the main level, interrupting the flow of traffic. Stock grabs his handy piece of chalk and marks off a good size area.
"Dorbin! Come on over here. Now I'm sure your awfully curious about everything that's going on - and that's fine...comendable even. But if you will be wanting to stay out of the way you may want to keep in this area." He gestures to the marked off area.
"For the most part, Ike and his boys should be done over here. Same goes for the cat."
He hears a new guest arrive and heads over to the entrance in time to see Micah repair the dummy. "Wasn't that just a feat of Domi's grace if I ever did see one. All that comes from that piece of wood with the Domi symbol on it? Amazing. I mean I know I've seen stuff before but it still boggles the mind sometimes."
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Friday June 23rd, 2017 7:16:13 PM
Stohp goes around to everyone in the group asking them what kinds of furniture they want for their rooms. If she's going out shopping, she needs a list of stuff.
DM RobertD "Day 3 afternoon to evening" Saturday June 24th, 2017 11:20:20 AM Dorbin looks at the circle that Stock drew on the floor. He wonders if perhaps the roof would make a nice retreat from all the hammering.
Stock notes that Ike has now got the flooring laid for the new second floor. Further the access from the second floor landing was accomplished way too easy. knowledge engineering 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { Some walls and such are constructed with nails holding them together, relatively easy to take down. Ike will build some walls that way but anything that is 'structure' ie needed to keep the whole place together, is screwed together, because screws don't just pull out.}
Bartomus travels to the upper level to visit the gardens there. Perception 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { You are followed by a guardsman on patrol. He seems alert, well groomed, and efficient looking. He stops following you when you enter one of the gardens.} In the garden Bartomus looks around and spies a person who appears to be talking to a tree. Approaching him the individual gives the signs and Bartomus returns them. "Hello younger brother, how may I help you?" the gardener/druid asks.
Sid ponders using they roof as a range. They will need to make some sort of cushiny back wall to stop any missed shots. And the range is okay but to make it interesting he might have to come up with some smaller than normal target shooting. Shooting toward the water would not require a backstop...but then any miss could mean the arrow is lost at sea.
Stohp heads out to furniture shop. Even though what will be given would be considered scratch and dent or possibly used some, there's no harm in dropping hints in what would be appreciated. Not like they want an oil lamp crafted in the form of some dancer's porcelain leg.
Micah is pleased at this brother's gift. Lukas is astounded by Micah's 'healing' of the dummy. "How did you do that?" When Micah explains the mending spell Lukas stands dumbfounded for a moment. "I think the garrison has been wasting money on replacement parts for way too long. I'll have to take this idea to the commander." Lukas grins. Zanderallen joins Micah in showing Mattus and Lukas the facilities. Perception 10 anyone in the warehouse Highlight to display spoiler: Highlight to display spoiler: { You notice that when Ike and the crew leave they clean up. However, now when sweeping up the sawdust they are placing it into a burlap bag and storing it in a corner. Ike winks at who over notices it and silently mouth you're going to need that for some things.}
Everyone in the warehouse departs to go to the Brass Toad for dinner...because it's been awhile since they went there to eat.
At this point I'm going to go ahead and award you 200 experience points for the interlude. Mike will be taking over Monday and you should be ready to jump into things shortly
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+7=20 ; Saturday June 24th, 2017 8:43:40 PM "Bartomus, recently of the Silver Shields, father," Bartomus gave the older man a nod of respect and reverence due to one of his age and talents. "I came to Eberyon's tree in a glade in the Great North, with its dry plains and rolling hills. But, now, now we have something that is trying to come aboard the Float from the Crying Woods. We encountered what seemed to be people turned into walking tree like things, not really sure what would be best to call them. We beat them back, and their captain Shredds, but there is someone else behind all of this it seems."
Bartomus paused and shifted his head looking up at the trees in this grove. The carved acorn that dropped on a leather thong tied to his horn made a small circle and then tapped his horn as he returned to looking at the elder Druid.
"There is a group using the Crying Woods to hide their affairs. The librarian at the League was able to share enough that would scare the most experienced adventurer from stepping ashore there, but it seems, my colleagues and I have no choice but to go to the source of the menace we just encountered. It was suggested I come here and see if one such as yourself might have some advice and suggestions?"
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 Sunday June 25th, 2017 12:00:52 PM
K's ready to eat.
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Busy day, wanted to get post 5 in.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Sunday June 25th, 2017 4:57:13 PM
Stohp tries to insure that whatever furniture sent covers the many differing sizes of the party and covers any special requests the party members might have put in when she asked early.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+4=23 ; Sunday June 25th, 2017 7:42:37 PM
To his brother Micah says, "Work is its own reward and shortcuts are not always best taken. It might not be best for discipline for the guard to become dependent on the magic of others to meet the needs they can tend to themselves."
After Ike leaves, he asks the others, "Anyone knows what Ike means by us needing the sawdust?"
==== Perception 23
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] Monday June 26th, 2017 8:04:43 AM
Dorbin scampers over to the circle drawn for him by Stock. He moves right up to the edge and smiles, happy to be able to continue to watch. Emily, on the other hand, quickly wanders through the circle and out the other side, content to wander through small openings and appearing at the tops of piles of supplies with a commanding view of the area. Dorbin waves to Emily when he spots her in the distance, but he stays in the circle...mostly. Sometimes his toes slip out of the circle as he leans forward to see what's going on.
When the group prepares to head to the Brass Toad, he walks up to the edge of his circle and pauses, waiting to see if he can exit, then he shrugs, waves to Emily one more time, then joins the group headed for food.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+3=19 ; Monday June 26th, 2017 1:09:24 PM
Replying to Micah,"I'm guessing something for the practice area. Maybe to clean up the blood if we ever take up boxing. Might be for the dummy, some places fill them with straw to deaden the noise. I imagine straw dust works about the same." Zander enjoys their meal at he Brass Toad and heads to bed early, ready for whatever the next day brings. ------------------ perception 19
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+8=25 ; Monday June 26th, 2017 1:52:42 PM "I bet you're right, Z. I can call you Z right? Anyway I'm famished. You guys ever eat at the Toad before? hopefully they have something else to eat besides...well...toad. Not that I wouldn't eat it mind you, I just appreciate choices when I eat out. Especially if we are going to be on the road for a few days. Speaking of which, are you guys all set? I thought about doing a little shopping but decided to hold off for a little while. Anyway I heard Bart is talking to some of the other druids up stairs. We've also checked with the WLA...who else should we try to get information from. Z, Micah, do you have any priestly contacts who might have some information on what we are getting into?"
At dinner, Stock again abstains from strong drink.
========= Perception 25
Sid - (DM MikeK from received email) Monday June 26th, 2017 7:01:39 PM
Sid goes home before dinner and tells Elly he will be staying the night at HQ and meets everyone at the Toad for dinner. He's curious as to how much his share will be, because he really wants that quiver and is just hoping it will put him over. And buys everyone a round. When K says he's bowing out of the group Sid buys another round in his honor.
DM MikeK - Day 3 evening and Day 4 morning Monday June 26th, 2017 7:23:28 PM
Bartomus greets the elder druid, explains the group’s intentions, and asks for advice.
“Be very careful,” the man replies immediately, before gazing up into the heavens in thought. After returning his gaze to consider the taur for several moments, he adds a few more comments.
“Most likely anything you’ve heard about the dangers of the Crying Woods is accurate. The Wood is alive, and does not like anything animal. There are only a few creatures that actually live in the Wood, and they’ve all developed ways to obscure themselves from It.”
“If you must enter, do not linger, and do not rest on the ground. Follow the trails. If you find one you will know. The trails are created by Jungle Beetles. And if you find one of those, stay near it, for it is one of those creature hidden to the Wood, and it will hide you as well.”
“Perhaps others in our company know more. You can find us on the Narrow Way on the Merchant Level. We are the Circle of Alder. Stop by tomorrow, if needs be.”
Micah, Zander, and Stock discuss the meaning of the leftover sawdust, and agree it will be very useful in weighing down the practice dummy.
Emily continues to ignore Stock’s circle.
Eventually, all meet at the Brass Toad to compare notes and enjoy the food, and the company.
As the evening dies down, K stands for an announcement. DM will leave this open in case K would like to make one last post
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The dinner ends, and each returns to his own.
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The next morning, the Shields arise with some last minute preparations. One day remains until the scheduled rendezvous with the boat The Regina.
Meanwhile, Ike arrives on schedule, and resumes his masterful construction.
OOC – I’d like to cover this last day with the next post, so feel free to cover the entire day with your next update
K (Carl) HP: 40/40 AC:16/13/13 CMD:20 HeroPoints: 4 Monday June 26th, 2017 7:54:06 PM
K sighs. "Ok folks, I won't draw this out. I spent my whole life thinking I wanted to get out of Flower's temple and my love priest parents, but I've been thinking. I think I was wrong.
"Hitting a target, sparring with the guards, it's a lot different than actually taking a life. I don't think I can spend the rest of my life with you folks knowing I'll be doing I bunch of that." He clears his throat a bit before continuing. "So, I'm going to go back home & protect the temple. Maybe I'll even become a love priest myself some day.
"If any of you ever need anything at all, you know where to find me. I'll make sure the temple knows that the Silver Shields are always welcome."
That done, he embraces each of his former adventurers & heads onwards.
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I'll miss you all...except Jeff. Jeff's still stuck with me in Hook. Also Andrew, since he lives like...5 minutes away.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Monday June 26th, 2017 8:27:19 PM
Micah stares blankly as K makes his announcement.
Wordlessly and fiercely he returns K's embrace lingering only slightly before releasing him. After K leaves he goes upstairs, carefully puts his things away, then sits cross legged before a window. With unfocused eyes he glares into the night, unaware of when sleep overtakes him.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Monday June 26th, 2017 10:07:10 PM "You have done me a very kind service," Bartomus said to the older man. "I am grateful and I will ty to come by and meet with others of the Circle." Bartomus nodded and bowed in deference to the elderly man. He then quitely left the glade.
He worked his way back down the Float to the Shields headquarters and made a point of sharing with those still awake what he had learned about Jungle Beetles and trails. He also shared with them his plans for the next day, and his thought of bringing someone else along with him just in case he forgot what was said.
He stretched out on his bedroll, and realized he did not stop and find an actual bed. He rolled over on his side and faded off to sleep.
When morning came, he went to his normal spot and thought of forests, trees and glades far across the lake. He got himself focused and eventually headed by the headquarters to see if anyone wanted to accompany him to the Merchant's Level and the Narrow Way. He needed to talk to the Circle of Alder to see if there might be a few more tricks to the Wood before they headed out from the Float to its shore.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Monday June 26th, 2017 10:13:28 PM
Stohp accepts K's statement calmly, returning the hug. K has stayed longer then most, but it seems few can live this life long-term. Few of their original group remains, and while it's sad to see K go it's not entirely unexpected.
In the morning Stohp does some last minute shopping for basics. In particular she wants some rope; it's a bit silly to spend an entire fight holding one guy, now she can tie them up and move on to the next! (2 ropes, silk added, money subtracted). Afterwards she gets in some practice with the new flail... it goes poorly. She's incredibly inept with it, not even able to reliably the dummy's weapon or leg. Regretfully she decides to leave it behind for this adventure.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] Tuesday June 27th, 2017 8:18:06 AM
Dorbin watches K as he makes his proclamation. Dorbin doesn't really understand why anyone would want to be a priest, but, well, that's for each person to decide on their own. He nods and bows to K after the speech, wishing him the best.
The next day, Dorbin doesn't have a lot to do, so he wanders around the warehouse, plays with Emily some, and sits outside in the light, wondering how the light feels so much like the sunshine he's heard so much about.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Tuesday June 27th, 2017 10:26:16 AM
After the announcement at dinner, Stock grabs K's arm and pulls him into a brief bear hug. "Can't say I blame you. Find what you're looking for. That's all I got to say." With that he backs away to let some of the other longtime companions have their say.
He walks over to Stohp and says, "If you think of it, maybe you can mention to the furniture merchants me needing a straw mattress. Doesn't have to be fancy but would certainly finish off my bed."
The next day Stock again wakes early and gets out his flail for the first time in a few days. He starts witha few easy swings, eventually increasing his speed. Before he knows it, he has a light sheen of sweat on his forehead and his palms feel slick. Not wanting to wake the others, he foregoes getting the dummy setup this time.
When Bartomus talks of finding more information, Stock volunteers, cleans himself up and is ready to go. In his life he's never spent much time around Taurs so he still thinks of the two in their company to be something of a novelty. When he was a child, his mother used to often tell him "Never trust someone you can't throw."
Maybe I need to write her a letter and tell her about the shields and our 1000 lb members...
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+4=8 ; Tuesday June 27th, 2017 8:05:04 PM "Yes, you may call me Z, Stock. I will stop by the temple tomorrow and see if anyone has more information. I doubt it but better not leave it unchecked."
As K stands and makes his announcement Zander sits completely silent. When K embraces him he returns the the hug, with several hearty back thumps. "K, I'm going to miss you." Wanting to say more Zander can't find the words. Battle brother, fellow holy warrior, friend. Pulling himself together Zander makes the effort to enjoy the rest of the time before K leaves.
The next day he checks in at the temple of Domi to see if any of the priests know anything of the Crying Woods. After that he goes back to his spot on the quay and practices his lute. His playing is a little off key and not the greatest tune but distinctly sad. ------------------------------- Perform 8
DM MikeK - Day 4 Tuesday June 27th, 2017 8:44:00 PM
K announces his intention to return to the Temple of Flower, and is given a warm send off by the Silver Shields.
The next day Bartomus and Stock head back up to the Merchant Level, and find the Circle of Alder’s HQ is a small, but well appointed townhouse. They are greeted by an elderly human who introduces himself as Tarketh.
“Silver Shields, you say,” he comments, after the introductions are made. “Intriguing. ‘Shield’ seems to be a common moniker among you hero types.”
Unfortunately Tarketh has little more to add to what you’ve already been told.
“There are few that can venture into the Wood, and tell the tale,” he adds. “Some adventuring groups have traversed it for a while, using their own magics and fortune. Although I should add that many more have failed, and were never seen again. The elves of Elvenhome manage to survive, but they cannot safely leave their enclave any more than we can. And, of course, Jella.”
Tarketh pauses.
“You could ask her to guide you, and perhaps she would. She is at Cutters, though.” Seeing the look of confusion, he explains. “It’s a woodsman’s village in the mountain range to the east, just off shore. Jella spends most of her time there, both watching and aiding the woodsmen. It would take a bit over a day to get there.”
With that, the meeting ends.
Zanderallen tries the Temple of Domi, but gets even less information than the group already knows.
Everyone else is getting a bit of cabin fever. But the day passes.
At dawn the next morning, everyone should be up and equipped. Its time to find The Regina.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Tuesday June 27th, 2017 8:50:56 PM
Bartomus got another night's sleep and then when morning came about, he packed his kit, rolled up his bedroll and tied it under his pack, and double checked his bullets for his sling. He again took time to meditate on what he had learned to date while also going over in his mind the potential issues of the day ahead. Healing, use of fire and strength were clear in his mind. The handling of the sling reminded him of the need to assist in the use of those bullets if a challenge arose.
He worked his way back to the Shields, grabbed his backpack, and glave. "So, we need to find that boat, but we might have a potential guide in the woodman's village. That or we have to find Jungle Beetles if we are going to go this alone. Not sure I wat to follow a beetle's slime trail, but that might be the only option."
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Tuesday June 27th, 2017 8:53:04 PM
Micah spends the day busying himself with various tasks, attempting to keep his mind from dwelling on another Shield departure and worrying about tomorrow's business.
He prays as diligently as always the next morning, but a gnawing urgency fills him as he does so. Not many are ready before he is and he spends the time reconsidering what they know about the day's likely encounter.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Tuesday June 27th, 2017 9:29:53 PM
Sid embraces K and says, "This was your home first so just remember you're always welcome back, and if the temple of Flower needs bows remember the Split Arrow, Elly will give you a good price. Don't be a stranger."
Sid follows along to the Circle of the Alder and catches up with everyone and when the druid mentions the elves he asks, "Do you know how they move through the woods without issue?"
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] Wednesday June 28th, 2017 9:07:14 AM
Dorbin manages to fall asleep outside the entrance to the Silver Shields "warehouse" in a chair tilted back against the wall.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Wednesday June 28th, 2017 10:29:46 AM
Stohp arrives the next morning and attempts to rally the troops. "Everyone up! Lets get going, we need to find this boat ASAP." Internally she's kicking herself for not confirming the location beforehand, making sure they knew where they were going and what to do.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Wednesday June 28th, 2017 11:29:52 AM
When Stohp starts the wake up call, Stock is already packed and ready. He pokes his head out of one of the side rooms and says "Truth be told I've had a good few days here but...Haha let's go bash some heads. And do good. Definitely do good. And bash some heads. Now, who knows where we are going?"
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Wednesday June 28th, 2017 11:53:06 AM "I like your spirit Stock. Do good, bash heads. You and I should get along famously. The Regina is supposed to be down on the docks and we've got the passcodes. Let's get going. Never long in low spirits the prospect of a new adventure helps lift Zander's spirits even as he mourns K's departure. Wondered who might come along once word gets out there's an open position he takes point as the head out to the meeting point.
DM MikeK - The Regina Wednesday June 28th, 2017 7:27:51 PM
Flashback to the previous afternoon - At the townhome of the Circle of Alder, Sid asks how the elves move about. “They don’t,” Tarketh replies. “Their, uh, tree town, is protected, and they can live within its environs. However, when they travel, they are just as susceptible as everyone else.”
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With the morning, the group is up, ready to bash heads and do good. And bash heads. The Shields travel over to the docks, not all that long a trip from Shield HQ. A couple of discreet inquiries gets the group the general location of The Regina, and soon enough, it appears you have found her.
She’s, uh, functional.
The Regina is a flat bottomed keel boat, about 50’ long, and 20’ wide. She sports a single square sail, and four pairs of oars. The crew of eight, already shirtless in the humidity, consist of humans and dwarves. Their heavy muscles give a good indication of the main power source for the vessel. This much is certain, The Regina is not built for speed. She is ready to go, however. All gear is stowed and she is ready to sail.
On her bow stands a half elf in a fairly clean green tunic. Smoking a pipe, he stands with one foot high on the railing, and is leaned forward, resting both elbows on his knee as he silently regards the adventurers.
As the group approaches, he raises an expectant eyebrow, but says nothing.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Wednesday June 28th, 2017 11:04:02 PM
Micah approaches, holy symbol inside his tunic and WLA badge in his bag.
"You catch whitefish in that thing?" he calls out.
Copy of Shredds' note Highlight to display spoiler: {Meet the keelboat Regina on the dock on Saturday (that would be after day 4, you are on day 2 now) You Call – “You catch whitefish in that thing?” Response – “No, just sturgeon” You Confirm with – “I like the red ones myself” Osirus will take you to the pickup point. Pay him the 100 gold, he expects it and I'll know if you try to welsh out. It will be the last thing you do. Go ashore and get the shipment, no lollygagging or else. Remember the lotion. - Shredds - }
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Thursday June 29th, 2017 12:22:48 AM
Bartomus followed along and when he saw the ship, he raised a bit of a skeptical eye. "We are um going to sail in that? All of us? Really?"
He waited to watch the interaction between Micah and who appeared to be the Captain of the ship. He tried not to act nervous or fidgety as the men talked.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] Thursday June 29th, 2017 8:13:59 AM
When Dorbin reaches the docks, he looks around wide-eyed. He has never been off the float before, so he really doesn't know what's going on out in the real world. He remains quiet and tries to look tough when Micah calls out the phrase.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Thursday June 29th, 2017 10:15:22 AM
Stock is not at all comfortable on a boat. He's been on them before and has never had anything bad happen...it's just not his cup of tea. He hears Bartomus' comment, looks at the giant minotaur, looks at the other minotaur and just grunts.
Should have left my breastplate off. If we end up swimming, it might be slow me down some.
Then a random thought comes to his head looking at his larger companions...
I wonder if cows can swim. That's something I never thought to wonder about before... Stock stifles a chuckle at the thought and looks at Dorbin. "Ready for a little adventure young man? How are ya going to get your cat on the boat with us? Maybe they have some fish that we can use to draw her on board."
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Thursday June 29th, 2017 10:35:13 AM
Getting ready to travel to the docks, Zander puts on a plain tunic, without Domi's crest on it, and puts his WLA badge in his pack. Spotting The Regina he gives it a skeptical look over. While he'd grown up near the water he'd never been on it much. Looked serviceable enough, hopefully it was built to carry taurs. As Micah gives the pass code Zander stands near him, backing him up.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Thursday June 29th, 2017 10:55:44 AM "I'm sure it'll be fine." Stohp reassures Bart. "Though... just in case do you have any spells that'll help us heavier folks swim?"
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Thursday June 29th, 2017 8:31:40 PM
Micah takes a deep breath and lets it out easily. He can sense the anxiety in the others and strives to not let on he is doing anything out of the ordinary.
DM MikeK - Away we go Thursday June 29th, 2017 10:17:12 PM
“You catch whitefish in that thing?” Micah calls out. “No, just sturgeon,” the half-elf replies, appraising the two minotaurs. DM assumes Micah gives the confirmation.
The half-elf’s purple eyes flick from the taurs to Micah, back to the taurs. Then he calls over his shoulder, “Oars below.” With a collective groan, the eight crewman pull their oars, lower them into the hold, descend themselves, and then push them out through eight portholes near the lake’s surface.
“Orsis,” the half elf introduces himself. He waves at the deck. “Get on up here, an’ we can get going.”
The Shields scramble on board, under Orsis’ watchful eye. To Stock’s chagrin, Emily has no issues leaping to the deck behind Dorbin, and weaving under everyone’s collective feet.
No sooner is everyone off the dock, than Orsis calls out, “Ease her back.” Oars hit the water, and The Regina glides slowly away from the dock. Then, it slowly turns around. It slowly clears the float. It slowly turns toward the east, which is nothing but water to the horizon, and slowly heads toward the rising sun. Wherever she’s going, she’s not gonna get there very fast . Meanwhile, Orsis is looking over the Shields. Sense Motive DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { He’s very aware of all the weapons } DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { But is not all that impressed about the group’s sea legs }
Finally, he spits out, “Seriously, have ANY of you been on a ship before?”
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+3=4 ; Thursday June 29th, 2017 10:32:32 PM
Bartomus maked it aboard and with some difficult kept himself upright, inspite of Emily being underfoot. "Only to come to the Float a few years ago, Orsis, not my thing as you don't see many Taurs doing sea duty."
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Friday June 30th, 2017 10:29:20 AM
Stohp has no problem with the motion of the boat, she has in fact been on plenty of ships before. She snorts in amusement at Bart's comment. "Sure you do, they're called the Taur Islands for a reason. I grew up near a port and my parents were both sailors. I never picked up the trade myself, but I learned carpentry from an old friend of theirs who kept their ship in good repair."
Well technically her parents were both pirates. She probably shouldn't mention that though.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+11=28 ; d20+13=17 ; Friday June 30th, 2017 10:35:46 AM
Taking a moment to size up the situation Zander decides a little tact might make things easier. Walking up to Orsis he hands him a bag of 50 gold. "We're here for the muscle, you're here for the boat. Here's half your payment, we'll give you the rest once we're back safe. You don't have to like us on your boat but we've both got our jobs to do, let's not lose sight of that." He comes out a little gruffer than he intended but hopes the message comes across. -------------------------- Sense Motive 28 Diplomacy 17
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+1=20 ; Friday June 30th, 2017 10:39:09 AM "Only been on a boat a couple of times before. Actually was teleported to the Float originally...by choice of course...that's another story though."
Stock looks through the dwarven parts of the crew to see if he recognizes any of them. If not, he'll keep an ear out for any comments in dwarven from any of them.
After a while he'll ask Orsis, "Been plying these waters long, Orsis? What kind of fish do they have out here anyway besides whitefish and sturgeon? Any man eaters?"
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+8=24 ; Friday June 30th, 2017 10:40:39 AM ============== The roll in my other post was for Sense Motive and the roll here is for a Perception roll for Stock as he looks over the crew
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] Friday June 30th, 2017 11:04:55 AM
Dorbin smiles as Stock talks about Emily and watches as Emily quickly scampers onto the ship before the group does. He looks around to be sure no one complains about the cat. When he steps on board, he wobbles and wonders how people manage to stay on these things. When the ship starts to move and bob, he grabs onto a railing to ensure he doesn't fall overboard. Emily finds a seat and starts taking a bath.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+4=22 ; d20+12=32 ; d20+12=27 ; d20+10=17 ; Friday June 30th, 2017 11:56:52 AM
Sid hops up in the middle of the group, acting nonchalant and makes himself a nonpresence on the ship. On the journey he stays quiet and keeps his eyes and ears open hoping he won't need his yule gift(a fishing net of water breathing).
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Sense Motive: 22 Acrobatics: 32(Nat.20) Stealth: 27 Perception: 17
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+4=19 ; d20+14=20 ; Friday June 30th, 2017 2:08:36 PM
Micah decides he prefers magic carpets to keel boats. Rather than risk a tumble, he takes a seat and keeps his eyes and ears open to events both on and off the boat, attempting to also keep an eye on Orsis while trying not to be too obvious about it.
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