DM Rob - Home Sweet Home Monday February 9th, 2015 12:04:09 AM Aex tries out her newfound talents, and finds she is able to craft a few nice little ointments. She starts off with a CLW ointment, which ends up being a pale pink in color. CMW and CSW wounds come next - pale green, and bright orange respectively. Regardless of color, the effects are perfect. Wounds are treated in no time.
Terser doesn't mind the color - nor the hint of mint - of the salves. In fact, he's feeling stronger than ever! Not one for sailing ships, he is quite happy to be told which rope to pull, and where to stand.
Coer covers his map reading mistake by suggesting that someone turned the map upside down. Sure. That's what it was.
Captains Coer and Jozhur are both in agreement that a quick stop in Bonetown is the way to go. But only a quick one. See that Brother Mirel's body is returned to the church for proper burial, and then on to Rum. If one deity can understand showing respect to the dead, it's Gargul. A pitstop in Bonetown will likely not draw his ire.
Yel'kno voices his thoughts on the Lord of Life and Death, and unfortunately Magana is at hand to overhear it. She raises herself to full size and let's the paladin know what she really thinks! (Excellent roleplaying you two. I have no issue provided it stays in-character and the two find a way to cooperate)
Zeoll smiles and tries to defuse the situation. He neither agrees nor disagrees with Yel'knos view, but his clawing of the deck shows his unease. Of course, he's a linotaur at sea. He's uneasy regardless.
Coer puts his foot down to knock it off.
The rest of the crew are very quiet as they go about their duties. Even Horace barely says a word. It's as if the past few days have knocked the wind from their sails. Unlike the party, they never signed on to be heroes or hardened adventurers. They're sailors and privateers. Dealing with vengeful deities wasn't part of the job description and who knows what it could do to their life expectancy.
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The voyage back to Bonetown is thankfully uneventful. No signs of any seaspawn, sahuagin, or Gods. Just smooth sailing for a change and finally Bonetown comes into view.
It's significantly busier than the last time the "Lionfish" was here. Numerous small and medium sized ships can be seen docked and anchored in the harbor, whilst five larger vessels are anchored just outside the harbor practically blocking access to it.
As the party head towards the packed port, two long skiffs approach. A man stands on the bow of one of the boats and waves towards the "Lionfish" in a friendly manner. He is smiling as the skiff quickly approaches the port side of the "Lionfish" whilst the other heads to the starboard. The man deftly grabs ahold of the footholds and loudly calls out "Requesting permission to come aboard Captain! Edwin, sir, of the Shipping Guild here to help safely guide your vessel into harbor"
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As for the house, I trust you will be able to determine who sleeps where. If not, I'll just "DM judgement call" it[/i]
Magana (Craig) [HP 70 of 92] [DR 1/-] Monday February 9th, 2015 12:43:21 PM
(ooc: Magana had been previously assigned to room#1 by Donna - I don't remember the others assignments)
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC23 - HP 51 of 51) d20+5=22 ; d20+15=32 ; Monday February 9th, 2015 5:16:02 PM
Zeoll looks around with great interest -- it has been so long since he set foot in Bonetown. [OOC: It was about a year and a half ago real time.]
From Bonetown to Centaur Island to Gullport to Sanctuary Cove, and back to Bonetown. What a trip!
He looks forward to visiting the Catacombs, and selling off all the party loot. [OOC: see below]
But first there is a challenge -- the Shipping Guild.
Zeoll tries to recall if this is the usual practice for the port. Know Local 22.
Either way, there is likely little way to avoid having the official come aboard. Besides, we have nothing to hide. So Zeoll steps forward to help ease the conversation.
"Welcome Edwin," the old liontaur says. "I'm surre the captain will let you aboarrd in a moment. So tell me, what news of Bonetown? And I would be willing to sharre ourr sad news out of Gulfporrt and Sanctuarry Cove."
Diplomacy 32.
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OOC: Current TEMPORARY disposition of magic items
TERSER 1 x Ring of the Ram
MAGANA 1 x Amulet of Natural Armor +2 4 x +1 Rapiers 1 x +1 Adamantine Flail 1 x +1 Keen Rapier 1 x Boots of the Winterlands 1 x Trident of Warning
JOZHUR 1 x Rope of Climbing 1 x Hat of Disguise 1 x Sleep Arrow (gift from Magana to Jozhur)
COER 1 x +2 Bastard Sword
ZEOLL 1 x Gloves of Swimming and Climbing 1 x Cloak of the Manta Ray 1 x Phylactery of positive channeling 1 x Slippers of Spider Climbing 2 x Scrolls of Raise Dead 1 x Chime of Opening 1 x Dust of Dryness 1 x Feather Token - Tree 1 x Incense of Meditation 1 x Horn of Fog 1 x Brooch of Shielding 1 x Periapt of Health 6,000 gp in pearls 1 x Unknown Jar of liquid
Zeoll proposes that the party retain the phylactery of channelling for now as a party item, at least, since the healing is useful. Does anyone want to keep anything else?
StevenVdB) Aexana HP 54/54 - AC16/14/13 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 16 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Monday February 9th, 2015 6:38:57 PM
Aex is hapoy her salves and potions work! During the voyage she tested quite a few other teas and herbal infusions.
As soon as the ship arrives in Bonetown Aexana is keen to learn and see everytging. She's never been here before! Invited into her friends's house she's a bit uneasy... she has no room appointed and sheepishly waits to see which one is left...
Yel'kno 47/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 Monday February 9th, 2015 10:05:04 PM
"Harbor guides? Those are certainly new.." Yel'kno remarks to Coer and eyes the guides suspiciously. "We're out of Bonetown. We know the way." Yel'kno calls back to them.. not denying their request, but not granting it just yet iether until someone else confirms this is standard now. Never can be too safe in Bonetown.
Magana (Craig) [HP 70 of 92] [DR 1/-] d20+12=27 ; Monday February 9th, 2015 11:04:26 PM
Magana stands where she can keep an eye on both skiffs, checking to see if they have hooks and/or boarding ladders. (perception 27)
DM Rob - Home Sweet Home Tuesday February 10th, 2015 12:15:43 AM Zeoll is the first to welcome the approaching man to the Lionfish. Throughout his travels, Zeoll does not recall seeing the Shipping Guild in Bonetown before. But then, it has been such a long time. Perhaps as the port has grown the guild has taken more interest?
Aex is bordering between happiness and excitement. Happy that her salves do the trick, and excited to finally see Bonetown firsthand. If she's lucky, the party might even invite her to stay with them in Portside House.
Yel'kno doesn't recall seeing shipping guides in Bonetown before either. He calls back to the man indicating they are from the town and know their own way, but this does little to stop Edwin. The man has reached the Lionfish's foothold and has begun climbing the side of the ship.
Magana keeps an eye on the skiffs. She sees no signs of however they do have ropes and hooks. The men in the skiff seem quite relaxed, and a few give a wave to the taur. None have any weapons drawn, though each have daggers by their sides. Combined there would be less than a dozen men in total on the skiffs. They would need to be exceptional sailors and warriors to be any match at all for the Lionfish.
Terser, Jozhur and Coer watch with interest.
Edwin has now climbed aboard the side of the Lionfish and is calmly walking towards the ships wheel where Coer and Yel'kno stand - despite not formally being invited. "Of course, good sirs. Should you wish to guide your own vessel I will of course not interfere but will be glad to offer suggestions to help you steer a safe course into the harbor. Then again, if you wish me to take the wheel for you, I will happily do so. Wouldn't want any collisions now would we?" Edwin smiles and gives a good-hearted elbow to Yel'kno. "We have done this many times and are here only to ensure all vessels have safe passage into the port. Damage to any ships or cargo is in noones interest. Speaking of which, might I humbly suggest steering a few degrees more to port? We've noticed more wind coming from the west, and you may find steering into it makes the job of entering the port easier. Only a suggestion of course sir"
"There is a vacancy for a vessel of your size in the north western areas of the docks. Over that way, sir" Edwin points past the five larger vessels at the entrace of the harbor "If you steer past these ships, turn a few degrees north, then bear to port you will be fine"
Edwin can see Magana's suspicion of the two skiffs and tries to ease her fears "They are only here to help guide your ship to dock. Should you venture too close to another vessel or look like you may be in trouble, they will help try and nudge your mighty ship to safety. Better to have some scraped paint than a broken hull, eh? All part of the service we provide"
Profession (Sailor) DC10: Highlight to display spoiler: {It is not an uncommon practise for vessels to be guided into busy ports by a smaller vessel, or for a maritime pilot to be the one steering the larger vessel.}
Whether Edwin didn't hear Zeoll's question about news of Bonetown, or just doesn't know what to say, is unclear.
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 23 -- HP 29/87 Tuesday February 10th, 2015 12:37:53 AM
Terser continues to do as he is told while the ship sails into port. It's quite different than docking in the previous small towns, and the town itself is quite distracting. He has never quite seen its like. He tries to avoid the wrath of his captain when his gaping eyes and dropped jaw cause him to drop the rope that was holding a sail in place and he quickly draws it back into position.
After docking, in response to Zeoll's question, Terser indicates that the ring he's wearing has already proven its use against the seaspawn, and it would be worth keeping. Also, the use of the headband is clear.
ooc: sorry for the missed post - jury duty all day and class all evening. I think my sheet is updated though.
Yel'kno 47/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 d20+6=22 ; Tuesday February 10th, 2015 9:14:34 AM
Yelkno looks to Morgana after the guild representative invites himself aboard. "Morgana, you're a strong one. keep an eye on him and if he does anything you think he shouldn't you give him a toss overboard. see if you can land him back in one of those boats."
he nods to Edwin at the advice and then moves to the wheel to take over and steer them in to berth. (prof sailor: 22)
Magana (Craig) [HP 70 of 92] [DR 1/-] d20+1=10 ; d20+13=17 ; Tuesday February 10th, 2015 12:21:53 PM
(prof.sailor 10)
Once she gets past Yel'kno's odd accent and realizes he is talking to her, Magana nods to the Captain and maintains a watchful eye on Edwin. She puts on her best professional "imposing bodyguard" face and watches him as though observing a particularly interesting ant.
(intimidate 17)
Reputation is important in any port town; might as well start here.
(Brock) Jozhur AC20/15/15--CMD 20--HP 55/55 d20+6=18 ; d20+10=25 ; d20+10=16 ; Tuesday February 10th, 2015 2:47:12 PM
Jozhur largely ignores Edwin and the men in the skiffs. (Sailor: 18)
Busy port...but why?
He looks over all the ships in the harbor, who are they and what are they doing here? (Perception: 25)
He finally just asks Edwin, "Don't mind my friends, it's been a rough couple months, we're all a bit on edge. We've just never needed a service like this here before. Is there a reason the port is so busy?" (Diplomacy: 16)
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC23 - HP 51 of 51) d20+9=20 ; Tuesday February 10th, 2015 3:28:38 PM
Zeoll listens to Edwin carefully, noting that the fellow has ignored him so far.
Is there something up with this guy?
Sense Motive 20
StevenVdB) Aexana HP 54/54 - AC16/14/13 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 16 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids d20+15=18 ; Tuesday February 10th, 2015 3:56:06 PM
Aex stays in the background. She's a stranger in this place and doesn't know the standard around here. She observes her friends and the ones who uninvitedly joined them aboard. They make sense though... not being a sailor it seems like a tremendous job to get the Lionfish to it's dock...
Perception 18
Coerator (Mark) -- (17/16/14) -- CMD 23 -- HP 43/80 (Ki 3/7) d20+13=19 ; d20+8=23 ; Tuesday February 10th, 2015 7:06:16 PM
Coer eyes the shipping guild representative with distrust. It was not that long ago he helped liberate the Lionfish after the shipping guild hired its previous captain to ship "Indentured servants" to The Bloodkin Orc Pirates.
Coer stays silent but his face tells the story well enough. He looks out to the boats clogging the small harbour, looking for any familiar flags of ships.
~~~~~ perception 19 Sailor 23
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 23 -- HP 29/87 Tuesday February 10th, 2015 8:33:53 PM
Terser follows Coer's gaze, hoping that he can distinguish what may be important by what he's observing.
Magana (Craig) [HP 92 of 92] [DR 1/-] Tuesday February 10th, 2015 11:27:27 PM
hp update for aexana's healing
DM Rob - Home Sweet Home Wednesday February 11th, 2015 12:05:00 AM Now we're talking! Everyone posting. I like it :)
Yel'kno gives Edwin a nod and permits him to continue his duties. He is still somewhat distrustful of Edwin though, and has a quiet word to Magana about it.
Magana nods, having being given the task of keeping an eye on the newcomer. Arms folded, she stares down on the "little" man.
Zeoll tries to get a feel for Edwin. His gut tells him that the man is just going about his job. Edwin may be acting a little self-conscious with what he does, but he does have Magana breathing down his neck after all. That would be enought to unsettle even a hardened sailor. Either way, Edwin does sweat a little.
Terser continues toiling on the ship. He hasn't been to Bonetown before so has no idea what to expect. Based on all the tales of pirates I guess there was always the chance that the ship would be attacked simply sailing into the harbour.
Aexana stays in the background, keeping an eye on things. Like Terser, she hasn't been in Bonetown before either so doesn't know what to expect. Maybe this sort of welcome is the norm?
Jozhur doesn't recall the harbour ever being this busy before, and tries to ascertain why this might be the case. Coer too is a little concerned. The party run-ins with the Shipping Guild have been mixed. Slavers in one case, though the representative they met in Gullport - Tezra - was quite nice. She did defuse a potentially hostile situation after all.
As the Lionfish steers past the larger vessels it is clear to see that they are warships, with enough siege weapons to make Coer drool. Light & Heavy Ballistas, catapults, and even a few arrow springals. These warships fly the flag of the Shipping Guild. They're either preparing for something, or someone has seriously ticked them off. The Lionfish comes in at a modest 75ft long, but these warships are all at least 100ft long and armed to the teeth.
Docked in the Bonetown harbour can be seen all manner of ships. Coer and Jozhur recognise the flags of the Elf Bloods and the Harbour Master among them. But there are at least another four or five flags that they do not recognise. Most likely independant vessels, like the Lionfish.
The Lionfish navigates its way to dock, and Edwin carefully pulls a ream of papers from inside his coat. You get the feeling he is going to the effort of acting slowly so as not to startle anyone (Magana in particular). "Now if I can just help you fill out these docking forms, sir, I'll take my leave" The paperwork looks fairly standard. Name of the ship, name of the captain, reason for visiting Bonetown, expected time in port, number of able bodied sailors, cargo, etc. It looks to be done in duplicate, so a fair assumption would be that the captain gets to keep a copy.
The small skiffs have maintained their positions on either side of the Lionfish for the entire journey, and have not taken any aggressive actions.
If you have visited Bonetown before: Highlight to display spoiler: {This type of paperwork is the norm. Historically it was completed on the docks when the ship had docked. Perhaps the Shipping Guild have implemented some type of efficiency improvement? Perhaps a way to make sure the paperwork gets done at all? In Bonetown of all places, you could imagine many captains not wanting to do any sort of paperwork once docked}
Tula is currently directing the crew and ensuring everything is tied down properly as the Lionfish comes to a stop at the docks.
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(Brock) Jozhur AC20/15/15--CMD 20--HP 65/65 Wednesday February 11th, 2015 10:47:56 AM
Jozhur helps the crew get everything tied down. He gets the feeling they could use a little R&R.
"How long are we planning on staying? I think the crew could use at least a night in port here."
Magana (Craig) [HP 92 of 92] [DR 1/-] d20+2=8 ; Wednesday February 11th, 2015 12:12:30 PM
Naturally, Magana tries to shut down the idea of a 'rest' for the crew. "There should be time for a break in Rum, Jozhur. Gargul was fairly clear that we should get to the temple there without delay."
She turns to address the Edwin. "The port is must busier than the last time I was here. What's going on? Why are the Shipping Guild's warships here?"
(diplomacy 8)
She not-so-subtly corrals the port official so that he can't leave without answering her questions.
Magana (Craig) [HP 92 of 92] [DR 1/-] Wednesday February 11th, 2015 12:13:47 PM
typo: should have read "much busier"
Yel'kno 47/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 Wednesday February 11th, 2015 2:18:10 PM
Yelkno takes a look at the paperwork when it's handed over and raises a brow at it. "Edwin, I think you're under the wrong impression here. we are not visiting Bonetown. This is our home port." he hands the Papers back, not filled ou and moves off to confer with Coer.
"The crew have been through a lot lately from what I've heard and they'd do well with a night off and perhaps a few coins bonus pay I'll gladly pay out of my own purse. if we've made Gargul wait at all his trousers are already all twisted in knots and I doubt his tantrum will be worse for another days delay."
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC23 - HP 51 of 51) Wednesday February 11th, 2015 3:30:53 PM
Zeoll looks at the stack of paperwork and sniffs. This is the first time he has arrived at Bonetown by ship. (Mysterious forces and warps in the space-time continuum created by the ringing of the Chaos Bell are what brought him here the first time!)
And it seems to him that such ... accountancy ... is not what he would have expected from a port with Bonetown's, well, reputation.
"I guess therre's just no escaping The Man no matterr wherre you go," he mutters, channelling his inner Randian. "Next thing you know, they'll be mandating low-flow toilets."
StevenVdB) Aexana HP 54/54 - AC16/14/13 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 16 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids d20+15=22 ; Wednesday February 11th, 2015 6:08:43 PM
Aexana does not distrust the paperwork... it feels quite normal. She's seen her shareof paperwork back in Plateau City. But what about those war ships?! Are they always here?? She tries to discern if there's nervousness around the port... are they preparing their ships? Lookig on tje docks, is cargo being hauled aboard the war ships?
Perception 22
Coerator (Mark) -- (17/16/14) -- CMD 23 -- HP 80/80 (Ki 7/7) d20-4=4 ; Wednesday February 11th, 2015 6:28:43 PM "Warships. In a pirate port. They look in good condition....." Coer mutters to himself before taking a place next to Magana, corralling the much smaller Edwin even further.
"Who is the shipping guild going to war with?"
After he receives his answer he speaks with Yelkno. "Yarr, I agree. Send em ashore for the night but our stay should be brief."
~~~ diplomacy; 4
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 Wednesday February 11th, 2015 10:12:50 PM
Having a well armed fleet just seems like a good idea when you operate among thieves and pirates. Terser just wonders how they can get some of their own long range weapons. Perhaps it would be better to just hire a wizard to throw some fireballs from their decks...
ooc: though iirc, Edwin was a conjurer ;-) http://baldursgate.wikia.com/wiki/Edwin_Odesseiron
(Brock) Jozhur AC20/15/15--CMD 20--HP 65/65 Thursday February 12th, 2015 12:01:03 AM
"Well, if he doesn't want to talk, I'll just go find out from someone else." Jozhur gets ready to march off the ship, "C 'mon lads, one nights shore leave. Drinks are on me!"
DM Rob - The innocence of youth Thursday February 12th, 2015 12:48:26 AM Jozhur is in favour of a few nights rest and relaxation. Surely the crew (and party) have earned it.
Yel'kno refuses to sign any paperwork, despite it being common practise and commonly agreed law. After all, they're not visiting Bonetown. They live here! Surely that makes them exempt from any documentation?
Magana isn't too keen on staying for too long though. Her deity has called her to Rum, and that is where she will go. She tries acting a little more diplomatic with Edwin, but the man still appears uneasy around her. "Um, er, you'll have to take that up with someone on the, er, docks".
Coer is not able to get much more out of the man. Edwin seems more relaxed around Coer, but not by much. Then again, its not like the party welcomed him with open arms. He's been intimidated and the group refused to fill in the paperwork he so diligently brought to them.
Zeoll isn't impressed by the paperwork either, and determines that no matter where you go you can't escape red-tape. Then again, that idea of low-flow toilets might not be so bad. All you'd need is a dedicated gnome to work out the details.
Terser thinks it is just common sense to keep a well armed fleet about when pirates casually walk the streets. Perhaps it is time someone tried enforcing the law in Bonetown?
With a sigh, Edwin tucks the unsigned papers back into his jacket. "I hope this won't cause any problems for you when you wish to leave. Enjoy your stay" he adds, as he gives a casual wave and steps onto one of the skiffs and heads back out into the bay.
Finally though, the party are home! Jozhur volunteers to buy the first round of drinks, and that is all the excuse needed for the party to disembark.
"Any standing orders, Captain?" Tula asks of Coer before he leaves
It is mid-afternoon now. Standing by the edge of one of the adjacent piers can be seen the harbormaster and a few of his men. From this distance you can clearly see him sneer at the sight of the Lionfish - the crew still not in his good books.
Up ahead, three children - two girls and boy - can be seen playing by the edge of the docks where the Lionfish is now anchored.
"Rarrr! I'm Magana the Minotaur! I'm going to smash you!" boasts the older girl. 7 maybe 8. "Well I'm Captain Coer, the toughest pirate ever!" the boy, clearly the oldest announces as he flexes his muscles "Hey, no fair Renal! You said I could be Coer this time!" the younger girl pouts. "That's ok Milly, you can be Sam" the older girl tries to smooth things over "Aww but he's so small. I'm so much taller than he is!" Milly moans "I'll just be Jozhur the Assassin. He's real sneaky"
The children giggle and laugh as they play fight, but it's at this point the boy sees the party approaching. His eyes widen and he turns pale and stands still. The girls then realise what it is he has seen. Its.. the crew of the Lionfish in person!
The two older children start to slowly back away, with the girl hiding by the boy. The younger girl (Milly) is stuck fast. She trembles but doesn't move away. She now stands between the party and the other two children.
Perception DC20 / Sense Motive DC20: Highlight to display spoiler: {Milly is very close to crying you big meany-head!}
Magana (Craig) [HP 92 of 92] [DR 1/-] Thursday February 12th, 2015 3:22:45 AM
Although amused, Magana keeps a straight face. "If you are going to be me," she says amiably to the older girl, "be prepared to bleed. A lot." She shifts the wrapped, dead body more comfortably on her shoulder, and continues down the pier, intending to deliver it to Brother Engev straight away.
Yel'kno 47/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 Thursday February 12th, 2015 9:41:00 AM
"dont get me wrong Edwin," Yelkno calls to the man as he goes to leave, "We'll pay the harbor master the fees for our berth, but your papers there were clearly for someone visiting on business. that isn't us.[/b]"
to Tula he will ask that she sees the ship is restocked with provisions for the journey ahead before letting the crew loose on the town and hands over 50 gold to be split amongst the crew.
And he'll see about paying the harbor master his fees and all too.
Yel'kno 47/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 d20+10=25 ; Thursday February 12th, 2015 9:45:02 AM
Diplomacy 25 for Edwin
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 d20+9=12 ; Thursday February 12th, 2015 1:49:47 PM
Terser stops for a moment to speak to the littlest. Tis no shame to admire Sam - he be one of tha best men I know. He flips a gold piece towards her. Though to be proper, ye should at least have a whistle to play a merry tune upon.
After saying his piece, he quickly follows after Magana before he is overcome with emotion. He does miss his small friend, and the Wold would be a better place if more followed his example.
StevenVdB) Aexana HP 54/54 - AC16/14/13 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 16 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Thursday February 12th, 2015 6:11:33 PM
Aex chuckles as she sees the children playing.
"Looks like you've made quite an impression Magana...
The little Gnome follows the group and as they ass the kids she tossles the little girl's hair...
"You know... he looks a lot meaner than he is... deep down he has a warm and kind heart...
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC23 - HP 51 of 51) d20+9=17 ; d20+20=30 ; d20+15=28 ; Thursday February 12th, 2015 6:40:05 PM
Zeoll whispers to the kids as he follows behind Aexana: "She means "she," of course. Magana is a girl. Girls can be rough and tough you know. But sometimes gnomes get boys and girls mixed up."
Zeoll smiles and winks as he passes. He studies them covertly in case there is more than meets the eye.
Sense Motive 17
Perception 30
Diplomacy 28
Coerator (Mark) -- (17/16/14) -- CMD 23 -- HP 80/80 (Ki 7/7) Thursday February 12th, 2015 7:16:38 PM "Orders. Get some rest after ye restock. Hopefully we will be on our way sooner then later."
Passing the children he stretches too his his full height and flexes his muscles as the boy had. "Ye do look a little like me lad."
DM Rob - In which Magana makes a 5yr old girl cry Friday February 13th, 2015 12:31:32 AM Yel'kno tries to set the situation right with Edwin, but it is too late. The man sails off without looking back (Highlight to display spoiler: {Magana has already intimidated him, and per the intimidate rules: "After the Intimidate expires, the target treats you as unfriendly and may report you to local authorities."}
Whilst Edwin may not be happy with the party, the crew sure are after Yel'kno graciously begifts them 50 gold to share. Tula gives a formal salute to him, and then sets to divying up the gold. Some bosuns might try and split the gold based on rank and see some get uneven shares. Not Tula. Each member of the crew is given precisely an even share. Yel'kno watches as Horace rubs two silver pieces together while salivating and chanting "Here kitty kitty! Here kitty kitty!". Cats of Bonetown beware.
Coer leaves orders that the ship is to be restocked and ready to ship out very soon. Sure, the crew can have the night to relax, but keep in mind this is a town of vice. The crew are to keep their wits and be ready to head off.
Terser and Coer try to be nice to the children. Coer flexes his significant muscles that are close to the same size as the boys head. Terser takes a different approach and flips a gold coin to the littlest. Hey, dwarven children always perked up at the sight of gold!
Milly though does not extend her hand to catch the coin, and it bounces off her body to the ground. She is too distracted by Magana.
Magana, with all the subtlety of a, well, minotaur, talks of blood whilst carrying a dead body on her shoulder. Aex and Zeoll try to smooth things over with the little girl, but it is too late.
Milly covers her eyes with her hands and begins to bawl. Not sobbing, not crying, bawling. "I'm sorry. I didn't mean anything by it. Please don't kill me!"
Zeoll - ever suspicious - is wary of children playing by docks in a town of thieves and brigands. But in this case, all he can see and sense is a group of children playing harmlessly and getting scared out of their wits by the party.
The party walk off before they can do any more harm. Zeoll looks back and sees the two older children move to Milly's side.
The boy picks up the coin Terser tossed her and holds it out for her. The noise has attracted the attention of a dishevelled woman who hurries over to the children. The poor woman grabs the girl by the shoulders and drags her away with the other children in tow. "Now stay away from those Ga'al loving, Annoir bribing fools. Understood? Just wait til your father gets home!"
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The party finally make it back to their house. It is just as they remembered it. The Brothers have taken fairly good care of it in the party's absence. Sure, the walls are looking a bit patchy, but it still stands tall.
"Welcome back, friends. Oh, and I see you have brought company" greets Brother Engev with open arms. He'd been sweeping the stone entranceway as the party approach. "Did you get my message? Did you find Brother Mirel?" he asks hopefully.
---------------------- DM comments: Perfect posting again! Nice job guys! Please keep it up :)
The question was asked about Catacombs shopping. Please feel free to shop in the CC as of right now, but aim to have it all done by this time next week. Your PC needn't leave the party to go off and do their shopping, but may stay with the group and have the equipment "appear". Thanks!
(Brock) Jozhur AC20/15/15--CMD 20--HP 65/65 d20+10=27 ; d20+13=20 ; Friday February 13th, 2015 2:12:12 AM
Jozhur passes out a few gold to the crew before he leaves. "For some recreation, we have some business to take care of, I'll see if I can find you all later."
Jozhur lets out an exaggerated gasp when he hears the girl speak, "Assassin?! I'm no cold-blooded killer! He runs down toward the children and vaults over their heads "Just a quick witted privateer with even quicker feet!"
Perception: 26 Acrobatics: 20
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC23 - HP 51 of 51) d20+15=35 ; d20+15=34 ; d20+15=26 ; Friday February 13th, 2015 11:27:25 AM
Zeoll gathers the party loot from all of them what's carrying it. He staggers off under the load to the Catacombs entrance here in Bonetown, where he'll cash it all out and return with gold for everybody -- except the phylactery, to be kept as a party item, and the ring of the ram, which Terser is keeping for himself. Oh, and the tree feather token, which was used for the new mizzen-mast. Oh, and he keeps the unused scroll of Raise Dead, also as party treasure.
He wonders how that lady comes to be slandering the group as Ga'al-lovers. First of all, who even knows about that besides us, and second of all, we just got here, so how did the news travel faster than we did! He'll try to Gather Info to answer those questions, as well as to figure out what's the deal with the new high profile for the shipping guild.
Gather Info (Diplomacy) 35, 34, 26
Magana (Craig) [HP 92 of 92] [DR 1/-] Friday February 13th, 2015 12:17:55 PM
ooc: Magana would like to keep the Amulet of Natural Armor +2 as her share (if it isn't worth more than her share would be, of course)
Magana gently lays the wrapped form on the floor. "I'm sorry to say that I believe we did find him, Brother Engev. We've brought his body back for identification and proper burial."
DM Rob - In which Magana makes a 5yr old girl cry Friday February 13th, 2015 2:34:13 PM OOC:
Depending on player posts, I might even make another DM post tonight/tomorrow if no one objects. We're not in combat, people are shopping at the CC, might as well try and progress the story a little before the next bloodbath :)
(Brock) Jozhur AC20/15/15--CMD 20--HP 65/65 Friday February 13th, 2015 6:28:01 PM
Happy to see an old friend, Jozhur's smile is wiped off his face when the grim topic is brought up. He had almost forgotten about the body Magana was hauling. He bows his head and stands silent, waiting for Brother Engev to check the body.
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC23 - HP 51 of 51) Friday February 13th, 2015 9:53:04 PM
Zeoll returns from the Catacombs with the loot accounted for.
Total cash: 49,385 Amulet +2: 8,000 Ram Ring: 8,600 TOTAL to be divided: 65,385
Terser gets the Ring and 741gp Magana gets the Amulet and 1,341gp Coer, Zeoll, Aexana, Jozhur, and Yel'kno get 9,341 gp
Note that Zeoll retains possession of three party items:
- Oil of Shipspeed. When applied to the ship's wheel, the speed of the ship increases by 30' per round for 10 rounds. Any checks involving the ship, or made by the ship's captain, have a +5 bonus to the roll for the 10 rounds. This item belongs to the group and does not count against anyone's wealth totals. This original Fate item was granted by CDM Jerry to the Bonetown party on Jan. 31, 2014.
- Phylactery of Positive Channeling
- Scroll of Raise Dead
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 Friday February 13th, 2015 11:58:00 PM Annoir? I wonder who that is. Huh. Terser politely introduces himself to the good Brother that opened the door, but lets someone who is familiar with him deal with the message and the dead body. He can't help but enjoy the jingle of new gold in his pockets though.
DM Rob - Extra Post to keep things interesting Saturday February 14th, 2015 12:37:05 AM Jozhur is somewhat taken aback by being called an assassin. What sort of reputation has he built? Then again, the children implied Magana was a brute and Coer a pirate. What things have these children been told? Or overheard?
Magana is the one to break the bad news to Brother Engev. The priest covers his mouth with his hand in shock. "This .. this is terrible news. We feared the worst but prayed for the best. Please. Please bring the body inside. Lay it carefully on one of the beds and I will tend to it." Brother Engev looks quite saddened by this news. Though he may hold onto hope that the body within is not Brother Mirel, he will soon receive confirmation.
Jozhur bows his head in respect of the dead man being brought home.
Terser is curious who the Annoir fellow might be. Probably best to ask one of the group when a quiet moment presents itself.
Through the doorway the group can see Brother Lansel approach. The younger of the two priests looks quite happy - blissfully unaware of Brother Mirel's fate. "Welcome back, friends! I trust you will find we have kept the house in good stead. Ah, and you have brought visitors! I hope there is room for everyone. We already have a few guests you see. I believe Lew and Karin are in the sitting room. They said they were friends of yours, Master Coerator?" Brother Mirel continues smiling, quite proud of the care he has taken of the house. He stands tall and looks over the group curiously "Will the rest of your group be joining us later? Where is Master Spirysn'rar?"
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Meanwhile, Zeoll sets his mind on determining who has been slandering the groups good name. Strangely noone will talk to him directly. He draws numerous sideways glances, people go quiet whenever he approaches and mumble when he leaves. A few even dare to "accidentally" bump shoulders with the taur as they pass him but they continue walking. Still, Zeoll does manage to hear quite a bit. The rumour mill has gone wild with tales of the Lionfish: - That the party captured Captain Annoir and rather than return him for trial in Bonetown, accepted a share of his treasure to set him free. "How else did they get so rich so quickly? Traitorous scum." - That the party are responsible for the demise of a peaceful fishing hamlet a little north-west of here. Why, the people here had only heard good things about Gullport. But rumour is that the Lionfish visited, and now that town is quiet. "Not a soul was spared. Poor sods. Now I hear the Lionfish has come back from Sanctuary Cove. Hope that lot are ok. I was planning on raiding them next week" - That the party have allied themselves with the vile Ga'al. How can they even show their faces around here having done such a thing? "A friend of mine heard from a merchant who overheard that they have even taken to trying to grow heartseeds in their ships hold! I'm telling you, now is the time to invest in some good armor" - That ships have been mysteriously vanishing all around the southern seas wherever the Lionfish goes "At first I thought it was just the weather, but then this guy with a great scorpion tattoo said it was the Lionfish. After all I've heard, I believe him" - That the Elfbloods were on a mercy mission, trying to send food to a convent near Rum when the ship was attacked by the Lionfish! "The way I was told, they didn't even take the food! Just watched it sink"
Zeoll (and anyone he shares these rumours with) may make a Knowl History DC20 check Highlight to display spoiler: {Bonetown was founded by several pirate groups. The two most notable being the Deadjacks and the Pirates of Jack. Though previously one combined force, they took tremendous losses to free Aisildur from Ga'al. To be thought of as Ga'als ally in Bonetown could shorten a persons life}
What's more, it's not just one or two people talking. With the Lionfish now in the harbor the party are the topic of the day. Wherever he goes Zeoll overhears more and more of the same rumours. (OOC: In diplomacy terms the whole town currently view the party as "unfriendly").
Rumours are rife. But they are just rumours, right? Surely the group aren't that bad? It would seem in this town that the party are becoming celebrities. (OOC: In familiarity/disguise terms you are all "Recognizable on sight")
As for rumours on the Shipping Guild, that looks like the second most talked about thing in the taverns. - A Shipping Guild vessel arrived about a week ago, stayed for barely a few hours and then left. The next day five Shipping Guild warships turn up and have been docked out in the bay ever since. They've even appropriated one of the buildings by the docks to turn into some sort of office. "And now the Lionfish shows up? Trust me, as soon as my ship's repaired I'm heading for open water. If I catch the man who broke my wheel..." - A Shipping Guild emissary is in town. "Have you seen the guy? Prancing about in his fancy clothes. Pompous twit" - The warships are exactly that. Ships for war "I tried to count the number of ballistas they got pointed this way, but, my maths ain't that great. But there's a lot of 'em!"
There is no talk of any other Shipping Guild news or activity.
Coerator (Mark) -- (18/17/15) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 8/8) Saturday February 14th, 2015 8:47:57 PM "How can we have guests, no one knew we were coming. Still, if they are here we best net be keeping them.
Master Spirysn'rar if following pursuits more subdued pursuits. These sea dogs are my crew, make them at home" Coer pats the smiling brother on the shoulder and trots upstairs to stow his gear.
Putting on a fresh robe and collecting a bottle of rum from the kitchen, he heads to the sitting room to meet the guests.
(Brock) Jozhur AC20/15/15--CMD 20--HP 65/65 Saturday February 14th, 2015 9:27:51 PM "Lew and Karin? The names aren't familiar. Best see what brings them here."
Jozhur heads straight into the sitting room to meet their guests.
StevenVdB) Aexana HP 54/54 - AC16/14/13 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 16 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Sunday February 15th, 2015 11:14:28 AM
Aex isn't quite sure how to fit in this strange town. She doesn't know the habbits around here yet nor does she knows where to go. She's sure curious to finding if there's a herbal shop around here! Who knows if she has seen plenty of the Wold perhaps she can set up a new shop around here!
For now she stays with the group and is happy to be invited into their home. She will introduce herself to anyone who is in the house...
Coerator (Mark) -- (18/17/15) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 8/8) Sunday February 15th, 2015 3:40:53 PM
Coer smiles when Jozhur enters the sitting room ahead of him. The guests have him on edge by their unannounced arrival.
He keeps the smile locked in place as he enters and pours a glass of rum for everyone, as is the traditional greeting in Bonetown (one would assume).
Yel'kno 47/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 Sunday February 15th, 2015 9:36:05 PM
Yel'kno shakes the hand of the two Brothers and greets them like the missed friends they are.
Ooc: blizzard induced short.
DM Rob - Faces from the past Monday February 16th, 2015 1:21:47 AM Yel'kno greets the two brothers warmly. If only they knew the adventures he had had!
Brother Lansel edges closer to Coer so as to speak with him quietly "I'm not so sure they knew you were coming at all. They arrvied here a little over a week ago looking for you. They said they knew you and wanted to request sanctuary here. Here of all places! We couldn't very well throw them onto the streets so have allowed them to stay in the attic. I don't think they've left the building since they got here but have been no trouble at all. Lovely company in fact. They've done som cooking, some cleaning. Seem like nice fellows"
It's at this point that Lansel realises the bundle Magana carries isn't her luggage but is in fact a corpse. He looks to Engev and goes silent.
The names Lew and Karin don't ring any bells for Jozhur or Coer. Whilst Jozhur sets to find out who these two are straight away, Coer freshens up and fetches a bottle of rum. Of all the rooms in this house the kitchen is the most immaculate. Everything in its place and everything perfectly clean. It truly is Brother Engev's pride and joy. Historically Coer may have left the cork from the rum bottle lying on the counter, but given the appearance of the room, he'd likely hear all about it from Brother Engev.
Aex is very curious to learn whatever she can about Bonetown. Her hopes of a herbal shop may be exceeded when she notices the potion sign hanging over the eastern-most door of the house. The party share this house with the two brothers, who in turn, run their own businesses from the front two rooms. Brother Lansel is a scribe (of both magical and non-magical scrolls) and Brother Engev runs a potion shop. Having access to both of these from their very own house, well, that's convenient!
The party - minus Zeoll - make their way into the house, and one by one to the sitting room where the guests are waiting. Though the names 'Lew' and 'Karin' were unfamiliar, the faces are recognisable for some. Lew and Karin were the bodyguards of the shipping guild emissary Terza. The party met all three in Gullport. Why, Karin even fell under the influence of the Call of the Sea before being rescued by the party. (Refer DM posts from Jan 28th 2014)
On seeing the party enter, both men get to their feet. They are both very well dressed (the shipping guild does pay well after all) and are noticeably unarmed. Neither man speaks.
Magana (Craig) [HP 92 of 92] [DR 1/-] Monday February 16th, 2015 12:46:28 PM
"Ah!" Magana exclaims. "I remember now. You worked for the honorable Captain Terza. Welcome! How is she? Are you here on the Captain's behalf?"
StevenVdB) Aexana HP 54/54 - AC16/14/13 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 16 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Monday February 16th, 2015 3:20:38 PM
Aex is thrilled to learn that Brother Engev is an adept in brewing potions! The little Gnome hopes to catch a few words when they have some time left.
"Well met Brother Engev! My name's Aexana... I've stumbled accros this Lionfish crew when I was first visiting the Taur Islands. I've been travelling with them since... back in Plateau city I also had a herbal shop though back then I did not have the skills yet to brew potions! I'm sure you are far more adept in brewing potions than I am so please I do hope to learn a few tricks when we have a spare moment..."
When the party goes to see who the 2 newcomers are Aexana again stays in the background... like those two Aex too feels being a guest in the crew's House.
DM Rob - Faces from the past Monday February 16th, 2015 4:49:55 PM ooc: Perfect posting last week guys! Woot!!!
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC23 - HP 51 of 51) Monday February 16th, 2015 5:04:44 PM
Zeoll decides not to try to counter the rumors he hears ... yet. Clearly, someone has been lying about the party. He figures the best next step is to return to the group and report in.
Along the way, he walks confidently, but with his shield ready.
(Brock) Jozhur AC20/15/15--CMD 20--HP 65/65 Monday February 16th, 2015 7:08:12 PM
Jozhur smiles for a moment when he sees the familiar faces, but he quickly realizes they probably haven't been waiting to just have a drink and chat. He pushes them to get to the point.
"Greetings. I see you are absent your captain. I would assume you have some bad news waiting for us, so let's hear it.
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 Monday February 16th, 2015 9:26:31 PM I must say, it's nice to see a familiar face. Glad some other folks made it own of there alive. Hopefully we can help you again, though hopefully it's nothing so serious this time.
Yel'kno 47/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 Monday February 16th, 2015 10:14:57 PM
Yel'kno looks to the two unfamiliar bodyguards with a smile while doing a preliminary check of their Evul rating.
Swift action detect evil on one and then the other
Coerator (Mark) -- (18/17/15) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 8/8) Monday February 16th, 2015 11:09:04 PM "Ahoy friends, please, have a drink" Welcomes Coer as he motions top the glasses in front of Lew and Karin. He wastes no time with his own as the questions are asked.
Coerator (Mark) -- (19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 8/8) Monday February 16th, 2015 11:26:49 PM Header update after catacombs purchase
DM Rob - Faces from the past Tuesday February 17th, 2015 12:16:38 AM Aex is absolutely thrilled to learn that the Brothers have various shops right at her new doorstep. From her observation, Brother Engev (the potion maker) is the older of the brothers. If she were to speak to one of the other members of the party they might tell her that Brother Engev is not only older, but perhaps Brother Lansel's senior. At the moment however, Brother Engev is too preoccupied with the body Magana brought in. He excuses himself from the room, shutting the sitting room doors behind him.
Zeoll is concerned by the rumours he has heard but chooses not to challenge any of them. He is apart from the party after all, and though he is quite skilled it may be suicidal to take on all of Bonetown. Best leave those antics to Magana. Zeoll heads home to report what he has learned.
Once there, he too joins the others in the sitting room.
Coer does the honours and begins to pour drinks. Is there a more traditional greeting in Bonetown than to share a bottle of rum?
Yel'kno is suspicious of anyone that enters his house. His eyes glow momentarily as he scans them for any signs of evil. Not a trace can be found on either man.
Magana drops her usual intimidating self to greet the two men. Perhaps as their occupation as bodyguards and defenders she pays them a mark of respect?
Jozhur cuts straight to the point. Sure, it's good to see a familiar face - but why? What's up? Nobody just drops by for tea and cookies anymore.
It is Magana and Jozhur who think to ask of Terza.
The two men look to each other with sullen faces before Lew speaks up "Terza is no longer with us. She is dead"
"She might still be alive, you don't know that!" Karin spits out angrily
Lew looks calmly to his companion and then back to the party "True, her body has not been recovered, however, she has been officially listed as deceased by the Shipping Guild"
Both men sit down and gratefully accept some rum from Coer.
Lew continues "Terza vanished from our vessel after our departure from Gullport. The Guild determined that she succumbed to the Call of the Sea and drowned. WE don't believe that"
"We were at Gullport. We know the Call." Karin grimaces slightly as he recalls the experience "We didn't hear anything the night she vanished."
"I believe she was murdered" Lew continues, raising a hand to stop Karin from protesting "It is easy enough to dispose of a body at sea. And that leads us to where we are now. We humbly ask for asylum until the Shipping Guild leaves Bonetown. Once they leave we will secure our own way out of this port."
"And if you help us, we can help you with the situation brewing here" Karin adds "Surely you noticed the Shipping Guild presence here?"
"No, help us or not we will still do what we can to help you. It is what Terza would want" Lew holds his head up proudly as he looks to Karin, who reluctantly nods in agreement.
------------------- DM Notes: Granted last weeks posting report hasn't been announced yet by Sheriff Ken, however I have already bragged to Jerry :) Let's go for two weeks in a row!
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC23 - HP 51 of 51) Tuesday February 17th, 2015 11:27:52 AM
Zeoll arrives in time to hear the plea from Karin and Lew. He answers right off. "Of courrse we will help. We didn't save you frrom the cultists in Gullport just to have you get murrderred when you got back to civilization. Please stay with us, and we'll offerr you the prrotection of ourr group."
"But we need to know morre. Why is the Shipping Guild herre, and what forrce might they brring to bearr on you herre?"
Magana (Craig) [HP 92 of 92] [DR 1/-] Tuesday February 17th, 2015 12:21:19 PM
"Yes," Magana says, immediately supporting Zeoll. "There are few enough good and courageous folk in this world. To let one disappear without a care diminishes us all. We must make a quick stop in Rum, but thereafter we should be able help you. Have you any solid ideas what may have happened to Terza, or is it a complete mystery? And why are you in hiding? Does the Shipping Guild blame you for her disappearance?"
(Brock) Jozhur AC20/15/15--CMD 20--HP 65/65 d20+7=11 ; Tuesday February 17th, 2015 1:16:48 PM
Jozhur nods in agreement as he studies their guests, but he's a little distracted daydreaming about Terza. (Sense motive: 11)
"We will keep you safe if we can. And we'll certainly investigate Terza ' s disappearance, I hope she is safe somewhere. But we need details so we know where to start. Who was around? Anyone new on the ship? Who would have a motive? We're here for the night at least, we can start looking into it right away maybe."
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 d20=18 ; Tuesday February 17th, 2015 5:03:59 PM "It would also be useful to know if Terza had been involved in anything that someone would want to keep quiet. If it was not the call, we need to investigate what else could remove someone from a ship on the open sea without being seen. There are few enough of those. Could someone else among the crew be responsible?"
Or maybe these two are trying to throw suspicion off of themselves by getting us to investigate something else... Sense Motive 18
StevenVdB) Aexana HP 54/54 - AC16/14/13 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 16 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Tuesday February 17th, 2015 5:18:53 PM
Aexana feels like watching a tennis match as she observes Karin and Lew while they tell their story immediately followed by a questionning batallion. She refrains from throwing more questions their way as her only question right now was handled by her friends... why would anyone want to kill Terza... Aexana never met Terza but from the way everyone speaks of her it seems they all liked her. Why else would the Crew of the Lionfish just to aid these two without any hesitation... Aex too has felt the hostile athmosphere around this town and if all this is caused by the Shipping Guild then the Lionfish has made quite an entry by refusing to sign the documents they were offered... oh well... what's done is done. No need to say anything about all that.
With all those thoughts running around the little Gnome feels its wisest to shut up and listen...
Yel'kno 47/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 Tuesday February 17th, 2015 10:28:37 PM
Yelkno listens intently with nothing to add for now.
Coerator (Mark) -- (19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 8/8) d20+9=25 ; Tuesday February 17th, 2015 11:38:11 PM
Coer listens as the the back and forth as he sips his Rum and ponders the tale. While there may be wrong to be righted, the safety of his crew come first.
"You have asked for asylum...is someone looking for you?"
~~ sense motive; 25
DM Rob - The new man in town Wednesday February 18th, 2015 2:31:26 AM
Much of the group is in agreement to keep the two men safe. But there are so many questions! Why is the Shipping Guild here? What happened to Terza? Why are the men in hiding? From whom? The questions come thick and fast. Aexana's observation of it being like a tennis match is a good comparison.
The men look to each other and nod "I knew they would help us" Karin smiles to Lew
"You have many questions, and truth be told, I'm glad we have a chance to tell our story. I fear the Guild would not be as welcoming.
Terza was our responsibility. It was our duty to ensure her safety, and having done so for many years what starts as a duty becomes something more. She was principled and honorable, and she was a great friend."
Perception DC15: Highlight to display spoiler: {His eyes are starting to well up. He cared either deeply for his duty or for Terza}
"We left Gullport in quite a hurry as you can imagine. We had a few miles behind us, and Terza turned in for the night. Being a Shipping Guild vessel there was no need for us to stay in her quarters with her. Standard practise though had us in the adjoining room. At sunrise when Terza didn't show for breakfast we went in search of her. Her quarters were locked however and when we broke in she could not be found. I couldn't see any signs of forced entry, and no signs of a struggle. She just vanished!"
Lew looks up and adds "The Shipping Guild have officially listed Terza as deceased. It is beyond unusual to register someone as deceased when there is no corpse to confirm it. For someone in Terza's station, some sort of inquest or discovery should have been conducted. The whole situation reeks."
Karin nods along before continuing "Yes. And now this is where things get complicated. Terza was the Shipping Guild emmisary for this area of the southern oceans and the Guild could not leave that position open for long, so have already appointed a successor: Elstred Gorstrom. He's an ambitious man who is rising quickly through the ranks of the Shipping Guild."
"Rumours are he has done so through questionable means. On the streets they nicknamed him 'Mithril'. Hard and good looking, but cold and nothing sticks to him" Lew practically spits out the words.
Jozhur and Terser can't quite get a fix on these two guys. They may be telling the truth, embelishing it, or just flat out lying. Perhaps they were the ones that took care of Terza?
It is becoming apparent to Coer that Karin is the more level headed, whereas Lew speaks with passion. Neither man is acting deceitfully in his mind. They aren't taking time to fashion lies, they aren't sweating. They appear to be just unloading a story they have been aching to tell.
Karin continues "Whist Bonetown and the Shipping Guild have never seen eye-to-eye, his appointment to this region does not bode well. Terza was opposed to many of the things he stood for. But we cannot speak out now. We were the bodyguards who failed. She disappeared on our watch. It wouldn't take much for us to be made outcasts."
"Or for us to wind up having an 'accident'" Lew adds. "Elstred is a man who seeks power. Bonetown and its .. er .. inhabitants regularly disrupt Shipping Guild trade vessels. You can't deny that. He loses money, and worse it affects his reputation. Terza just left things well alone, but Elstred is different. It's possible he is here to negotiate some good terms to allow his ships safe passage through these waters, but I'd watch for the knife in my back at the same time" Lew shakes his head.
Karin finishes "So that's where we stand. If Elstred finds us, we don't know what will happen. We support Terza and her ideals, and they seem to clash with Elstred's. Once he and the guild leave here, we will be safe to leave and rejoin one of the other Guild areas. If we stay clear of him it is likely he will stay clear of us. The sooner he leaves, the sooner we can leave, and dare I say, the safer things will be here."
Lew tries to help lighten the mood "We won't be freeloaders. Though it isn't safe for us to leave the house, we will do what we can to earn our keep"
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC23 - HP 51 of 51) Wednesday February 18th, 2015 12:43:34 PM
Zeoll sees this as a puzzle to solve.
"Firrst, let me seek trruth in my drreams. Maybe I can find a clue as to Terrza's trrue fate."
"Tomorrrow we should seek out this Elstrred fellow. See if his hearrt is evil. If it is, then abduct him and charrm him. Then we'll find out the trruth as to what is going on."
"Forr example, we can just Waterr Walk over to his vessel, Make a doorr with a Wood Shape spell, enterr, grab Elstrred, and deparrt with him. Cast Waterr Brreath on everrybody, Cancel the Waterr Walk, and we all sink to the bottom, wherre we use charm and bluff to get him to tell us all he knows." We'll likely be well left alone underr the waves while we chat with him."
The old liontaur grins at Aexana. "My dearr, forrgive me forr suggesting such a use forr yourr worrthy magics!"
Zeoll turns to Lew and Karin. "Tell us morre about this Elstrred Gorstrrom. What does he look like? What arre his capabilities? Which ship is his own perrsonal ship? Does he keep casterrs nearr him? Bodyguarrds? Wherre on his boat does he sleep?"
StevenVdB) Aexana HP 54/54 - AC16/14/13 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 16 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Wednesday February 18th, 2015 2:44:36 PM
Listening to Karin and Lew's story Aexana patiently waits till they have finished. Interupting never is polite and these two seem to be loaded with passion and regret so have them take their time to tell the tale... There are however a few things that don't add up in Aex's mind.
Aex smiles as Zeoll suggest some pretty innovative and cunning use of Druidic magic. The old fella sure has nifty ideas! "Not offended at all my friend! I'd be happy to provide for this underwater party at all time!
"If I may interrupt... you seem to think Terza was murdered? But the door was apparently locked from the inside per you had to break it down... could anyone have entered through a porthole in her quarters? But as there is no body not traces of battle... and since you were sleeping next to her quarters any assassin must have been pretty quiet. Not to be inpolite but could it be that Terza knew something was about to happen with this Shipping Guild and that she chose to go in hiding untill the time was right for her to return? Perhaps she knew she was in danger...
And on another matter... what makes you think the Shipping Guild will leave Bonetown anytime soon?!?"
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 Wednesday February 18th, 2015 5:22:44 PM If it's that easy for us to enter and interrogate someone, I imagine there are people out there who are much smarter and more powerful that can do the same. It would be just as simple for a wizard to pop himself inside and back with a trussed up captain in tow. But, even if the man's heart is evil, that doesn't give us the right to scare him half to death by threat of drowning. I'm sure there are legal ways to obtain an audience with a member of the Shipping Guild.
Terser doesn't think he would be a target of the same slander that Zeoll reported as going around about the crew of the Lionfish. It can't be too common either if children are still looking up to the other crew members. He would prefer to keep his name clean if possible, as long as they can still accomplish their purpose.
Magana (Craig) [HP 92 of 92] [DR 1/-] d20+2=15 ; Wednesday February 18th, 2015 7:30:53 PM
diplomacy 15
Magana's eyes narrow at Zeoll's suggestion that they do anything other than set sail for the temple in Rum in the morning, but is just able to keep her temper in check. She clenches her teeth and decides to capture Elstred before morning if that is what it takes, but says nothing further.
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC23 - HP 51 of 51) d20+9=24 ; Wednesday February 18th, 2015 8:27:25 PM
Sense motive 24
Zeoll sees that look in Magana's eyes, and immediately deduces what is going on in his sister taur's head.
"Of courrse, we would have to do all that AFTERR we got back frrom Rrum. We have an immediate prriority errrand therre. Lew and Karin, you'll come with us on the Lionfish -- staying herre with the good brrotherrs would only endangerr both you and them."
"Rright, Magana?" Zeoll grins at her.
Coerator (Mark) -- (19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 8/8) Wednesday February 18th, 2015 9:43:00 PM "We promised Gargul we would head to Rum. We should go soon. Lew and Karin, you are welcome to travel... and welll, fight with us while we travel."
Coer agrees that they should be protected, but also knows a visit to Rum is required, so... two birds one stone.
Yel'kno 47/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 Wednesday February 18th, 2015 10:26:37 PM
"the shipping guild is a target for most of the inhabitants of Bonetown and they probably don't take kindly to warships meant to sink then sitting in the harbor.. Stay too long and this Elsstred fellow will find himself with his ships sunk in the harbor and himself having gained a second smile." Yel'kno theorizes as to the departure of the Shipping Guild, at least based on his own past experiences in Bonetown. "and Coer is right. we unfortunately have business to attend to in Rum.. You should travel with us until we can sort this out."
DM Rob - The new man in town Thursday February 19th, 2015 12:45:21 AM Aexana though has another theory about Terza's disappearance. Perhaps the woman chose to go into hiding herself? Lew opens his mouth to speak, but then just as quickly closes it. Karin is the one who speaks up "That thought hadn't occurred to either of us. My thinking is that if she was to go into hiding she would have let Lew or myself know. You can understand as bodyguards to an emissary we are privy to many secrets, and keeping them is part of the job. We look to put ourselves in harms way to protect her. If there was anyone she could trust it would have been us. No, she would have told me is she was going anywhere"
Zeoll quickly comes up with a way to theoretically apprehend the Shipping Guild emissary and interrogate him. It involves no less than 6 spells that he quickly lists (Some sort of divination, Detect Evil, Water Walk, Wood Shape, Water Breathing, and some sort of enchantment). Of course, what if they manage to board the ship and find he is not evil after all? I'm sure the Shipping Guild would happily let the party go. And what if he is not aboard the ship at all?
Zeoll asks a few more questions about the man, to which Karin is able to respond "Appearance? I don't know, middle aged guy. Shoulder length dark hair. And you can just tell he comes from money.
His ship is the 'Ariel'. It's the largest galley out in the harbor at the moment. Easily over a hundred sailors aboard, including all manner of spell casters and personal guard. Probably similar on each of the other warships. He's brought an army with him. I don't think even you could just walk in and walk out
Capabilities? Well, he's a diplomat. Very articulate. He can cast a spell or two I believe. I don't think he is much of a fighter though. And he has contacts everywhere."
Lew and Karin share the various rumours they have heard about the man: - Many Shipping Guild contracts allow for spoilage of goods during transport. It's said that Elstred ensures that any goods he oversees always lose exactly the specified allowance. Not in spoilage. He helps himself to the goods he transports and sells them himself. - Whereas others in the Shipping Guild try to work within the laws of each land, its said Elstred doesn't share the same moral compass. Illicit goods - taurish wine, poisons, even slaves - are whispered to be transported via ships under his command. For the right price, of course. - The Temple of Pantheon uncharacteristically turn a blind eye to Elstred. It is rumoured that the man has either blackmailed a number of Justices, or more likely, found ways to "get" to them (threats to their families, their followers, their lands, etc). - Elstred does not have any family connections with the Shipping Guild, which is unusual for any higher ranking officials. He is periodically assessed/reviewed by the Guild, however to date they have never been able to gather any firm evidence of wrong-doing on his part. Perhaps coincidentally his family has money. LOTS of money.
"Of course, these are just rumours" Karin ends "How much stock can you place in a rumour?"
Terser doesn't agree with the approach. Surely a more legal way of resolving this matter is in order. Last thing the party need is to draw the wrath of the Shipping Guild against Bonetown. An unwarranted attack on a Shipping Guild emissary would not go unnoticed.
Yel'kno ventures a guess that the Shipping Guild won't be very welcome in Bonetown, and that if they try anything they will find themselves walking the bottom of the harbor.
Magana reminds the group of their duty to venture to Rum. This looks to adjust some of the plans. Coer and Yel'kno offer passage on the Lionfish to Lew and Karin. Both look hopeful at the prospect. "Rum would provide more than enough opportunities for us to find passage away from these seas."
Are there any more questions for Lew and Karin? Has Zeoll shared what he learned/heard in the taverns with the rest of the party? Has everyone finished their catacombs shopping and updated their character sheets and headers?
Magana (Craig) [HP 92 of 92] [DR 1/-] Thursday February 19th, 2015 2:59:31 AM
ooc: I'm all up to date...
Inwardly relieved that the trip to Rum won't be postponed, Magana nods gratefully to Zeoll, and asks him, "Did you pick up any information on your side trip through town?"
ooc: for expediency, I'll assume Zeoll passes on what he heard... If not ignore the following:
Magana asks their guests, "Have either of you heard of this man with the scorpion tattoo?"
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC23 - HP 51 of 51) Thursday February 19th, 2015 2:58:58 PM
Zeoll fully shares all he has learned.
He asks Karin and Lew if they have heard any of these rumors about the party, or know how they got started.
He asks who the Shipping Guild expects to cut a deal with here in Bonetown, since there's nobody who is actually an authority. "As I underrstand it, nobody tells a Bonetown captain what do do once he orr she is out of the harrborr. The Harrborrmasterr is a little king overr the harborr itself, but not overr anything else."
"But first thing in the morrning, we sail forr Rum."
OOC: Waiting for my CC order to wrap.
(Brock) Jozhur AC20/15/15--CMD 20--HP 65/65 d20+8=22 ; Thursday February 19th, 2015 5:12:17 PM
Jozhur looks puzzled when Zeoll shares what was found, "Who would start such rumors about us? The Elf-Bloods? Someone associated with Biloopl? This could all be connected with Terza's disappearance even."
He tries to think of who the "man with the great scorpion tattoo" would be. (Knowledge Local: 22).
Jozhur is also in favor of a more subtle approach than kidnapping this Elstred fellow. "We should probably be as discreet as possible. We already aren't in the Harbormaster's good graces, he isn't as likely to turn a blind eye to us if we are caught."
(Brock) Jozhur AC20/15/15--CMD 20--HP 65/65 Thursday February 19th, 2015 5:12:43 PM
OOC: Character sheet is updated other than the pending CC transaction.
StevenVdB) Aexana HP 54/54 - AC16/14/13 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 16 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Thursday February 19th, 2015 5:38:06 PM
(sheet done - just need to add the latest purchases from the CC)
Aex is worried... it was tricky already to sail into port... how hard will it be to sail out of here?!? For some questionnable reason rumours have started surrounding this group and the little druid senses danger lurking around every corner.
"Remember who those little children were impersonating? I wasn't in their little play... Magana, Coer, Sam, Jozhur. For sure they know Zeoll and Yel'kno as well. Could it be I for one have not been brandished a Lionfish member? And as such... do you think I could go mingle in town more easily without drawing suspicion? Of course having entered here it could already be too late but one never knows... "
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87] (25% chance no crit) Thursday February 19th, 2015 6:25:14 PM
Terser was thinking along the same lines as Aexana. He may not yet be associated with the deeds of the Lionfish and its crew, for better or for worse. It would certainly be safer scouting for information with the two of them, if they are correct and haven't been included in the nasty rumours. Besides, he's already quite experienced at protecting gnomes.
Regardless, their errand in Rum is calling, and maybe between the information there, Zeoll's dreams, and maybe some purchased divinations, they can find out where Terza has gotten herself to.
Coerator (Mark) -- (19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 8/8) Thursday February 19th, 2015 7:18:37 PM
Coer chuckles at the mention of the harbourmaster and tops up all the drinks.
"Jo, remember when the Harbourmaster tried to arrest us. HA! Good times, good times."
(Brock) Jozhur AC20/15/15--CMD 20--HP 65/65 Thursday February 19th, 2015 7:29:05 PM "Ha! How could anyone forget. I suppose we've caused our fair share of mayhem on these docks. And I doubt we are done."
"Maybe the rest if us could go out as a group and see what happens. Barkeeps hear everything, and we've done a good deed for at least one of them. Maybe we can find her, if I can think of her name "
(Brock) Jozhur AC20/15/15--CMD 20--HP 65/65 Thursday February 19th, 2015 8:21:58 PM "Sharea, at the Rotten Seal. We whupped some rude pirates for her. We can see if she still tends the bar there."
Yel'kno 47/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 Thursday February 19th, 2015 11:52:29 PM
"We should see our guest safely back to the ship first." Yel'kno suggests with mere minutes to spare!
DM Rob - Torches and Pitchforks Friday February 20th, 2015 2:17:35 AM Zeoll shares the rumours he heard about town.
Magana enquires as to whether the Lew or Karin have heard of this man with a scorpion tattoo. Zeoll asks if they have heard the rumours themselves or know how they started. Both men shrug. "We haven't left the building since we got here a week ago, and even then, this was the place we sought. We didn't hang around"
Knowledge Religion DC10: Highlight to display spoiler: {The scorpion - much like the spider and snake - are known symbols of Jancassis's followers. And doesn't one particular group of her followers specialise in rumours?}
Zeoll declares the Harbormaster to be the closest thing to actual authority here. And though Jozhur doesn't have any knowledge of this scorpion-tattoo man, he does know a thing or two about how Bonetown works.
The Harbormaster is the muscle of Bonetown. The 'guards' are his men and he ensures the docks are kept safe. However, the other half of the so-called government is comprised of the Captains' Council, a motley group of pirate captains. If you're a ship captain, and you've paid your Harbor fees, you're a member! There is a quorum group of seven retired pirate captains that are available to meet when there is an emergency, but usually, when a meeting is needed, a captain calls it by raising the "Captain's Jolly Roger" at the Harbormaster office and the meeting will occur at midnight in The Nine Fingers Tavern (because its the biggest). Usually, the council is convened to settle a grievance between captains or factions. However, they will also meet if there is a tangible threat to the town that is not being handled by normal means - which means someone gets irked by the threat enough to round up some brutes to take care of it.
Aex and Terser each suppose that since the young children hadn't mentioned them that perhaps they are not as renowned. Is it a gamble they are willing to take based on a children's game?
Coer and Jozhur reminisce about times gone by when they were arrested by the Harbormaster for disobeying his curfew. And Zeoll wonders why the party aren't well received here :)
Yel'kno suggests that the guests should be shown to the ship as soon as possible. It sounds like these is debate as to whether this should occur immediately or in the morning.
Those discussions will have to wait as a loud thunk comes from the wooden wall, as if someone has just thrown a rock at it.
From outside the house comes a call in a mans voice "Come on out ye, dogs! We know you found Annoirs treasure!" There are angry cheers. Sounds like a small mob has formed. "Come out or we burn you down along with yer place!"
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC23 - HP 51 of 51) d20+2=21 ; Friday February 20th, 2015 3:39:07 AM
Zeoll casts his Mage armor spell and steps out of doors, tower shield in hand.
"Don't be so mad!" he calls out. He reaches out to touch the person nearest him. Touch attack hits AC21, to use the fey bloodline laughing touch ability.
"This fellow sees the humorr in the situation. Now the rrest of you calm down!"
Magana (Craig) [HP 92 of 92] [DR 1/-] d20+13=14 ; Friday February 20th, 2015 3:54:11 PM
Magana follows Zeoll outside and stand at his side with a wicked smile on her face. She is clearly looking forward to a fight and *will* engage the crowd at the slightest provocation. She fingers the flail hanging at her side in open anticipation.
intimidate 14 (not her best show!)
"You are brave to talk about burning our home," Magana growls, "when every building and ship in town is equally vulnerable. Where do *you* live, 'friend'?" she asks with no subtlety in her threat.
(Brock) Jozhur AC20/15/15--CMD 20--HP 65/65 d20+11=17 ; d20+20=29 ; Friday February 20th, 2015 4:43:46 PM
Jozhur pushes his way past Magana and tries to calm the mob, "Annoirs treasure? His treasure was sacred Centaur wine. We exposed him to the Centaurs, they tried him and sentenced him to death, executed him right in front of us. You shoulda seen the coward trembling in front of the executioner. Any other rumors you would like explained?"
StevenVdB) Aexana HP 54/54 - AC16/14/13 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 16 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Friday February 20th, 2015 5:17:23 PM
Aex stays in the back... somehow her new pirate friends do seem to be lost when it comes to diplomacy... that mob out there is likely to get pretty angry and the threats made...
This is going to be fun :-) Aex smiles... she has actually grown quite fond of this crazy Lionfish bunch...
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87] (25% chance no crit) d20+4=13 ; d20+10=19 ; Friday February 20th, 2015 7:24:53 PM Knowledge Religion 13
Huh, a scorpion may indicate a follower of Jancassis. They have been known to spread rumours...
After the thunk on the wall though, this thought is quickly lost. This may not be his home, but that doesn't give anyone the right to threaten to burn it down. Who would think that a city of wooden building and ships would have residents threatening to burn things all willy-nilly?
Still, he steps up behind Magana and lends the force of his countenance to her threats. Intimidate 19
Coerator (Mark) -- (19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 8/8) Saturday February 21st, 2015 9:58:52 PM "Well blow me down... we aint been here but an hour and someone is itching for a fight!" grumbles Coer as he slowly rises from his chair and walks towards the door where his friends have crowded.
Coer placed his gear in his room so he has no equipment or potions to use. He is wearing his trusty new Monk's Robe though so should he need to fight he is more than ready.
Yel'kno 47/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 d20+8=20 ; Sunday February 22nd, 2015 10:49:56 PM
Yel'kno lets out a small sigh at how some of his shipmates react to the gathered mob and hopes to perhaps salvage the situation.
"What my friend Johzur says is true.. Annoir had no treasure trove of riches that I ever saw. Yes, the Lionfish brought Annoir to justice at the hands of the Centaur's, but there was no great plunder to be had."
Diplomacy: 20
DM Rob - Torches and Pitchforks d20+8=17 ; d20+13=28 ; d20+13=26 ; d20+13=16 ; d20+13=30 ; d20+13=25 ; d20+13=20 ; d20+13=24 ; d20+13=22 ; d6+4=7 ; d6+4=7 ; d6+4=10 ; d6+4=9 ; d6+4=10 ; d6+4=10 ; d6+4=10 ; d20+14=16 ; d20+14=27 ; Monday February 23rd, 2015 12:06:25 AM Zeoll is the first to exit the building, and hears a rock bounce off his shield as soon as he hits daylight (Readied action to throw a rock at the first person to appear. Hit AC17=Miss!).
Outside is an assortment of ten men. One is holding Brother Lansel firmly by the shoulders. The priest looks to be trembling a bit. They are not close enough for Zeoll to simply reach out and 'touch'. Doing so could be seen as provacative, could see them make an AoO, or could see them hurt Brother Lansel.
Magana is begging for a fight. She taunts the men and can feel her flail practically begging to be released.
One of the men in the back of the group pounces on her words. He speaks in a loud grandiose fashion to the men "'Every building and ship is equally vulnerable'? Do you hear, brothers? We come here for justice and they threaten the entire town! Your wives, your mothers, your children are not safe while they still live here. How long can we ignore the threat?"
Terser stands by Magana's side. The two make quite an intimidating force, however the smalll mob do not look deterred.
Jozhur tries a different approach, and seeks to make peace by calmly and rationally explaining what happened to Annoir. Well, at least a version of events that won't see the group hung.
One of the other men in the back of the group - with slicked back black hair and a black shirt tucked into his brown breeches - seizes on Jozhur's words "There! Did you all not hear it! Straight from his mouth to your ears! They FOUND Annoir's treasure! And rather than share it they watched him be executed so they could have it all to themselves!
Yel'kno tries to salvage the situation. "What my friend Jozhur says is true..." he begins, before his voice is drowned out by the booming voice of the other man.
"You hear! It's true! They admit it! Well I say no more! It is time to get our share, brothers!" The man starts pumping his fist in the air while loudly chanting "Get our share! Get our share!". The other outspoken man joins in with equal gusto, and soon all of the other men have joined in.
Coer slowly makes his way over to see what the fuss is. They've only just gotten here and already people are looking for blood.
Aexana stays comfortably in the back. She smiles as she realises the distinct lack of diplomacy displayed by much of the group. It's little wonder they aren't the most popular pirates here.
The chant grows louder until the men can take it no longer. "ATTACK!" screams the man with the slicked back hair. He points his finger towards a patch of dirt at Magana's feet. And then, the world goes quiet. Spellcraft check DC17 - Highlight to display spoiler: {Spell cast: Silence}
The man with the booming voice then also casts a spell Spellcraft check DC18 - Highlight to display spoiler: {Spell cast: Haste}
R1 - a bald man with grey stubble - releases his grip on Brother Lansel. The priest makes a run for it, heading south towards the town and away from this commotion. R1 though moves with great speed and is able to attack Zeoll and move away before the taur has a chance to react. The other men join suit. A total of four attack Zeoll whilst another four attack Jozhur.
They move faster than any normal man should, and their blades cut very deeply. By the time they have finished they have the front of the building surrounded and both Zeoll and Jozhur have taken some damage.
(Spring attacks targetting Zeoll and Jozhur only. Move - single attack - move. R1 - attacks Zeoll - Hit AC28 - 7pts damage! R2 - attacks Zeoll - Hit AC26 - 7pts damage! R3 - attacks Zeoll - Hit AC16 - Miss! R4 - attacks Zeoll - Hit AC30 - 10pts damage! Zeoll takes 24pts damage!
R5 - attacks Jozhur - Hit AC25 - 9pts damage! R6 - attacks Jozhur - Hit AC20 - 10pts damage! R7 - attacks Jozhur - Hit AC24 - 10pts damage! R8 - attacks Jozhur - Hit AC22 - 10pts damage! Jozhur takes 39pts damage! .. due to some awesome DM damage rolls)
The two men at the rear (R9 and R0) continue their chanting and fist pumping "Get our share! Get our share!"
Perception DC5 - Highlight to display spoiler: {The attackers all wear leather armor and carry shortswords, except for the two at the back who carry daggers. A few of the men have potions by their sides}
---------------------- OOC: No readied actions, no perception checks, and two intimidates. Sorry guys. They got first attack.
On a more positive note - please check your emails. Three perfect posting weeks in a row has netted you each a small reward!
Magana (Craig) [HP 92 of 92] [DR 1/-] Monday February 23rd, 2015 12:59:12 AM
Magana is moving to AC28/AD29 and attacking one of the men in the back. I'll post in full tomorrow when I have a full keyboard to work with. Just wanted to let others know that she'll be out of your way.
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC23 - HP 27 of 51 - Invisible) d20+9=15 ; d20+9=29 ; d20+20=25 ; d20+20=27 ; d20+20=37 ; Monday February 23rd, 2015 11:33:49 AM
Spellcraft checks: 15 miss and 29 makes it. Zeoll deduces that the first spell that he did not identify was a Silence spell.
Perception checks: 25, 27, 37.
Zeoll makes a note of the gear carried by the rogues. Perception 25.
He looks for spell component pouches on the enemies. Perception 27.
He tries to listen and look for anyone else who is stealthing around. Perception 37.
Also, where is Brother Lansel, and who is grappling? him?
Zeoll casts an Extended Command spell on the one holding Lansel, or if none are, then he casts it on R1. The Extended Command is FLEE and it is successfully resisted with a Will Save DC of 20.
Zeoll becomes invisible as a move action. (Fey Domain spell). He takes a five foot step to Z-AA-21-22.
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DM Sanity Info
Cleric spells (underlined = cast): 0: guidance, create water, light, stabilize 1: command, command x2, bane, elf vision 2: calm emo x2, hold person, faerie fire
Sorcerer spells: Cast: 1 of 7 1st lvl (Mage Armor) Cast: 0 of 4 2nd lvl
Other Stuff Used: Laughing Touch: used 0 of 7. Channel Energy 1d6: used 0 of 7. Fey Domain Hide Away: used 1 of 7. Meta Rod: used 1 of 3
Current effects: Mage Armor 6 hours.
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87] (25% chance no crit) d20+9=19 ; d20+10=18 ; d20+6=11 ; Monday February 23rd, 2015 12:40:57 PM
Terser doesn't know anything about this treasure, but these people certainly don't deserve a share of it, and they certainly don't have any call to brandish their steel at his friends. Seeing how mobile these people are, he deems it wise to slow them down. He launches a bag of goop at the nearest one, then moves to confront the ring leaders, making sure he can hear the commotion again before yelling at the top of his lungs at them.
Move to AE24 and draw Tanglefoot Bag Ranged Touch - throw Tanglefoot Bag at R6 vs touch AC19 Free action to yell
I don't know who you think you are, but you don't deserve a share of a non-existent treasure for sitting on your thumbs at home! How about you go back to your jobs and earn some money before I call the authorities to throw you in the lockup!
Intimidate vs leaders - 18 AOO vs anyone to come in range (-4 for non-lethal) VS AC 11
"StevenVdB) Aexana HP 58/58 - AC16/14/13 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 17 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids" Monday February 23rd, 2015 5:32:19 PM "...........!? ........!!! .........????"
Aex realises someone has incapacitated all speaking which means there's no casting of spells with verbal components either!!
Rather than pushing through the door Aex rushes upstairs towards the windows looking out on the street. She won't have time to act anymore but once upstairs she softly test if she can talk and hear herself again... (running quad speed double move)
Magana (Craig) [HP 92 of 92] [DR 1/-] d100=16 ; d20+13=30 ; 2d8+10=17 ; Monday February 23rd, 2015 7:14:07 PM
The sheer gall of these men enrages Magana and she takes the battle directly to the instigators at the back.
(low d100 roll means R9 is her target)
Magana moves to AC28/AD29 (no doubt taking AoO on the way) and swings her flail...
Full-round RAGE attack is Flail (+13/+8 for 2d8+10) plus Horn (+7 for 1d8+6).
Coerator (Mark) -- Ki AC 23(19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 7/8) d20+11=31 ; d20+11=27 ; 6d6+10=27 ; Monday February 23rd, 2015 7:50:57 PM
Summoning his Ki to defend himself, Coer turns to his left and quickly steps into position. In range of a foe he raises his fists high in the air and brings them down on the head of R8.
~~~ ooc: use Ki point to boost AC by 4 - 23 Total AC move to ae21-af22 attack r8; nat 20; crit check 27 - probably a crit, if so 27 damage, if not half that.
(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 21--HP 36/65 d20+16=19 ; d20+11=18 ; Monday February 23rd, 2015 9:24:30 PM
Seriously injured and unable to attack effectively from his pisition, Jozhur disappears into the house for the time being. Once inside, he keeps an eye out for enemies entering through any doors or windows.
------------ Move to Z 20. Jozhur can stealth at full speed with no penalty now
Stealth: 19 Perception: 18
I updated everything but AC after my catacombs purchase. AC is now 21. If we were flat-footed I will add the 10 damage from the attack that would otherwise miss.
Yel'kno 47/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 Monday February 23rd, 2015 9:53:57 PM
Yelkno frowns as things go sourh. he calls on the spirit in his sword to Be merciful And moves to ag22
(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 24--HP 36/65 Tuesday February 24th, 2015 1:05:01 AM
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DM Rob - Torches and Pitchforks - Rnd 2 d20+15=31 ; d20+15=25 ; d6+4=7 ; d6+4=6 ; d20+13=14 ; d20+13=17 ; d20+13=25 ; d20+13=29 ; d20+13=24 ; d20+8=14 ; d20+8=11 ; d20+10=14 ; d20+11=24 ; d20+6=16 ; d20+15=27 ; d20+15=27 ; d20+10=16 ; d20+10=27 ; d8=8 ; d8=1 ; d20+15=32 ; d100=87 ; d6+4=10 ; 4d6=13 ; d6+4=9 ; d6+4=10 ; d6+4=8 ; d6+4=10 ; d6+4=8 ; d6+4=6 ; 4d6=9 ; 4d6=18 ; Tuesday February 24th, 2015 3:27:44 AM Zeoll gathers his senses, and realises that Brother Lansel has already made a run for it (See previous DM post: "The priest makes a run for it, heading south towards the town and away from this commotion."). He doesn't think anyone else is nearby stalking invisibly. He commands one of the men to flee, but they look to have ignored his request (Will save vs DC20: 27=Pass!). Zeoll goes invisible and steps closer to the men. They all have pouches so it is difficult to tell what is a spell component pouch and what is not. The two at the rear are clearly magic users.
Terser tries to intimidate the leaders, but alas, to no effect. Their courage has been bolstered. He launches a tanglefoot bag with great accuracy as he steps forward. The sticky goo coats the man wearing the black bandana, however does not stick him to the ground (Ref Save vs DC15: 15=Pass. Rolled 14 but forgot something giving him an extra +1)
Terser - Sense Motive check. If less than 24 Highlight to display spoiler: {The leaders of this group are very convincing. So much so that you believe there is some truth to what they are saying about the Lionfish crew having done the deeds they speak of. It was certainly before you joined them. Could it actually be true?}
Throwing caution to the wind, Magana charges forward! BATTLE!!! The rogues wait until Magana is between them, and thus, both flank her for their AoOs. But wait, she is a barbarian with improved uncanny dodge. Their mistake! (Hit AC29 & 23 for 7pts and 6pts respectively. Magana takes 13pts damage! Rolled with +15 but should have been only +13 and no Sneak attack either thanks to Maganas Improved Uncanny Dodge). She smacks one of the chanting men with her flail with conviction.
Coer steps up introduces one of the men to his fist with an almighty blow! The mans clean white shirt is instantly bloodied.
Jozhur decides now is the time to back off. He retreats inside the building to regroup. (If your AC is 21, then yes, you can ignore the hit from the last round that hit AC20)
Aexana too makes herself scarce. She starts the dash inside and up the stairs (Note you can only use the run action for straight lines. You'll have to settle for double-moves to navigate the doorways, walls, stairs, etc. After this double move you are halfway up the stairs, with the top of the stairs to the south)
Yel'kno is displeased, and beckons his sword to be merciful to his foes. He steps up to two of the attackers.
The enemy act...
R9 (slicked back black hair and a black shirt tucked into his brown breeches ) casts a spell at Magana. For those in earshot it creates a tremendous BANG. (Magana takes 8pts damage and must make a Fort Save vs DC16 or be stunned for 1 round!) Spellcraft DC17 Highlight to display spoiler: {Sound Burst}
R0 (clean shaven man. Blue shirt tucked in to brown breeches. Very shiny black boots) also casts a spell at Magana. (Magana takes 1pts damage and must make a Fort Save vs DC16 or be stunned for 1 round!) Spellcraft DC17 Highlight to display spoiler: {Sound Burst}
Both men then take a step away from the tauress, but continue their chants "Get our share! Get our share!".
R1 steps inside the house and attacks with a shortsword. Unfortunately the balding mans swing connects with the doorframe and he is unable to follow through at Jozhur's head (Hit AC14. Nat1=Miss!)
R2 - a man with spikey blonde hair - sees Magana go for the apparent leaders. He springs into action! He moves up to Magana, attacks, and moves away. In his haste however, he misses his target. (Hit AC17=Miss!)
R3 - a man with apparently good hearing - notices Zeoll's sudden absence. He has a sneaking suspicion where Zeoll may be hiding and makes his attack. (Spring attack to move,hit,move. Perc check=32. Hit AC25+2 Flanking with R1=27. Miss chance D100=87=Hit! Zeoll takes 10pts damage + 13pts sneak attack damage + 4pts Bleed damage!). Surely R3 is the rogue of rogues!
R4 and R5 take more traditional approaches to combat. They simply step up behind Magana and try to pummel her into submission. Probably a tactic they have used many times before, but how many times on a tuar one wonders? (R4 Hit AC25 & AC14. R5 Hit AC29 & AC11. Magana takes 9pts and 10pts damage respectively). Magana's immunity to rogue flanking attacks look to save her a great deal of pain.
R6 - the gooey mess - slowly steps up to strike back at Terser. Only one blow connects. (Hit AC24 & AC16. Terser takes 8 pts damage!)
R7 and R8 both step up to attack Yel'kno from both sides. They are able to time their attacks almost to perfection. (R7 Hit AC27 & AC16. R8 Hit AC27 & AC27. Yel'kno takes 10pts damage + 9pts sneak + 4pts bleed + 8pts damage + 18pts sneak + 4pts bleed + 6pts damage. Total: Yel'kno takes 51pts damage and 8 bleed!) Medic! The lesson here looks to be don't get flanked by two rogues with sneak attack damage.
(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 24--HP 36/65 d20+14=17 ; d20+14=20 ; 4d6=17 ; d6+2=3 ; Tuesday February 24th, 2015 10:02:10 AM
Jozhur clumsily tries to tumble by his attacker to get into a better position. Once he is opposite Zeoll, he strikes with his sword.
---------------- Move to X 19 to flank with Zeoll Attack on R1 hits AC 20, 3 damage plus 17 sneak attack
Magana (Craig) [HP 92 of 92] [DR 1/-] d20+13=33 ; d20+13=28 ; 2d8+10=17 ; Tuesday February 24th, 2015 12:23:19 PM
ooc: R9 and R0 are within Magana's reach... she should get an Attack of Opportunity on one I believe?
AoO on R9 hits a 33 (CRIT! backed up with a 28) for 17x2 =34 dmg!
... so R9 does not get his spell off, right?
full post later once this is answered.
DM Rob: Hmmm.... My understanding was that every 2nd diagonal counted at 10ft, hence each of these attackers would be 15ft away from Magana and outside her reach. I've since looked into it and found this text: "As an exception to the way that diagonals normally work, a creature with 10 feet of reach threatens the second diagonal. These changes will be reflected in the next errata." So the author intention is that they should be in reach. That said, had your DM been aware of this fine print I may have moved the attackers differently. Still, my mistake. You may make your AoO
"StevenVdB) Aexana HP 58/58 - AC16/14/13 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 17 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids" Tuesday February 24th, 2015 2:43:51 PM
Aex is distressed that she even tried to run through a house she didn't know well enough... as because now she's unable to help her friends! However, it's no use to turn back now... forward we go!! She needs to go faster... perhaps flying will help! The little Gnome changes shape into her favourite Air Elemental and then flies as fast as she can in order to reach the front windows.
Yel'kno 17/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 3d6=10 ; Tuesday February 24th, 2015 2:44:14 PM
Swift action lay on hands for 10 hp. More to come Hipefully also realized I forgot to level up!
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC23 - HP 32 of 51 - Invisible) d8=7 ; d8=2 ; d20+16=32 ; d20+9=10 ; d20+9=25 ; d20+20=35 ; Tuesday February 24th, 2015 2:58:30 PM
Zeoll is too close to death, and he fears facing Lord Gargul when the party still owes the god a favor from last time! So he cures himself. He is invisible, so he does not need to cast on the defensive; when you have total concealment, you do not provoke AoOs. He swaps out a Cure Moderate Wounds over a Calm Emotions, and cures a total of 2d8+6=15 points of healing.
[OOC: Header reflects being wounded for 10 damage -- but NOT sneak attacked -- last round, plus the 15 healing from his spell.]
Then he renews his invisibility, which is such an important defense for him!
Finally, he takes a five foot step to Y-Z-22-23.
Also, Zeoll's stealth check to avoid being heard as he moves is a base 20-4=1d20+16 = 32.
Also, Spellcraft checks for those spells: gets the second one.
Finally, a Perception check for anything weird going on that Zeoll might sense: 35.
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DM Sanity Info
Cleric spells (underlined = cast): 0: guidance, create water, light, stabilize 1: command, command x2, bane, elf vision 2: calm emo, calm emo, hold person, faerie fire
Sorcerer spells: Cast: 1 of 7 1st lvl (Mage Armor) Cast: 0 of 4 2nd lvl
Other Stuff Used: Laughing Touch: used 0 of 7. Channel Energy 1d6: used 0 of 7. Fey Domain Hide Away: used 2 of 7. Meta Rod: used 1 of 3
Current effects: Mage Armor 6 hours.
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 24 -- HP 87/95] (25% chance no crit) d20=17 ; d20+11=12 ; d20+6=25 ; d10+16=20 ; Tuesday February 24th, 2015 4:56:36 PM header updated
Sense Motive - not a nat 20
Huh. Maybe I should get the full story from these guys. Did they withhold some treasure owed the town?
Still, he believes that none of these people he's come to know would purposely screw over these townsfolk, pirates or not. And they brought lethal force to their home. This is not the time for indecision.
He moves to support Jozhur and Zeoll, unleashing his anger at the unnecessary attacks on the crew against R3, stumbling at first but connecting solidly with his followup attack.
First attack, nat 1 2nd attack vs AC 26 (recalced for addl +1) for 20 damage
Coerator (Mark) -- Ki AC 23(19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 6/8) d20+10=30 ; d20+10=20 ; d20+10=24 ; d20+5=16 ; d20+5=20 ; 3d6+7=18 ; 3d6+7=20 ; 3d6+7=15 ; Wednesday February 25th, 2015 12:32:00 AM
Coer continues to focus his ki on defense and sprays his fists at the enemies before him. He roars in anger trying to increase his power.
His blows hit true as he pummels the men standing over Yel'kno.
~~~ use ki to boost ac by 4 - total ac 23 power attack activated power flurry of blows hits +10+/10/+5/+5 = nat 20; confirmed crit/24/16/20 for damage = 3d6+7 = 36(crit)/20/miss/15 Start with r8 and them target r7 if need be
DM Rob - Torches and Pitchforks - Rnd 3a Wednesday February 25th, 2015 12:40:49 AM Jozhur tries to tumble through the space threatened by his attacker, and is lucky to escape another blow for his trouble. The attacker takes advantage of the opportunity however he once again strikes the doorframe rather than Jozhur! (Jozhur's acrobatics check of 17 fails to beat the attackers CMD. AoO hit AC14 - Another Nat1 against Jozhur! The DM dice are in his favour).
Now in a better position, Jozhur tries to repay the rogue in kind. Unfortunately however the target is quick on his feet and deftly dodges both of Jozhur's blows! (The rogue has Improved Uncanny Dodge - must like Jozhur - and cannot be flanked. With no flanking bonus, the attack on R1 I believe is a miss)
Magana takes a swing at one of the casters, but her flail flails and she misses (Nat1=Miss). Has she been stunned by her attackers? Time will tell...
Aexana is finally able to call upon some druidic power and transform into an Air elemental! She is able to fly all the way to the window (and beyond if she chooses)
Yel'kno quickly places his hands over his bloody wounds to stop the bleeding. And fortunately it starts to work.
Zeoll too patches up some wounds, whilst maintaining his invisibility. He then tries to quietly move away.
Terser grows suspicious of the Lionfish crew. These attackers are very convincing and truth be told he hasn't known the party all that long. If only Sam was here. He'd know what to do! No time for that now though, there are people to attack!
----------------------- Folks I need some things done before I make the rest of this post...
I need: - Magana's saves and actions - Coer's actions - Yel'kno's actions - Terser to confirm he wants to move away from R6 to attack R3, and thereby provoke an AoO from R6
Magana (Craig) [HP 51 of 92(+14rage)] [DR 1/-] d20+13=18 ; d20+13=27 ; d20+13=16 ; 2d8+10=18 ; d20+8=18 ; 2d8+10=21 ; d20+7=11 ; d8+6=11 ; Wednesday February 25th, 2015 1:11:27 AM
Fort save=18 & 27 (successes, not stunned!)
Magana takes beating as she charges through the crowd, but get great satisfaction in the pain she inflicted at the end. As the instigators begin to cast spells, she takes a mad swipe at one of them but is somehow thrown off balance and misses. The magical blasts seem to disperse a few inches from her body, and she is glad of her new amulet.
She grins in anticipation at the man with the slicked black hair (R9), as she winds up her flail again.
Flail on R9 hits a 16 for 18 dmg Flail on R9 hits a 18 for 21 dmg Horns on R9 hits a 11 for 11 dmg
StevenVdB) Aexana Air (M) HP58/58 - AC21/18/16 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 20 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids 3d6=14 ; d20+8=16 ; 3d6=12 ; 3d6=9 ; 3d6=10 ; 3d6=8 ; 3d6=9 ; 3d6=10 ; 3d6=9 ; d20+8=24 ; d20+8=17 ; d20+8=28 ; d20+8=26 ; d20+8=19 ; d20+8=12 ; d20+8=11 ; Wednesday February 25th, 2015 10:54:12 AM
Having some action left according your last post (not sure if there's an action left or if Aex could just fly a bit further - so I'm taking the benefit of the doubt and hope our DM is going along with that ;-) )
Once Aex-Air reaches the window she's mortified to see what has transpired in the meantime on ground level!! Yel'kno is down... Magana finds herself surrounded also! Having reached lvl 8 Aex now has even better control over lightning!! Since all of the thugs are within 30ft of eachother she's able to call down 8 lightnings at once! And this insolence calls for a serious counter action...
Lightning Lord! R2 - Damage 14 HP - Reflex DC20 for half - Spell Resistance 16 R4 - Damage 12 HP - Reflex DC20 for half - Spell Resistance 24 R9 - Damage 9 HP - Reflex DC20 for half - Spell Resistance 17 R0 - Damage 10 HP - Reflex DC20 for half - Spell Resistance 28 (Nat20) R5 - Damage 8 HP - Reflex DC20 for half - Spell Resistance 26 R6 - Damage 9 HP - Reflex DC20 for half - Spell Resistance 19 R7 - Damage 10 HP - Reflex DC20 for half - Spell Resistance 12 R8 - Damage 9 HP - Reflex DC20 for half - Spell Resistance 11
Coerator (Mark) -- Ki AC 23(19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 6/8) Wednesday February 25th, 2015 11:13:57 PM
Coer's actions are there Rob, I posted just before you did ;)
Yel'kno 17/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 d20+11=13 ; d20+6=8 ; Wednesday February 25th, 2015 11:27:56 PM
Yel'kno tries to attack one of the rogues around him, but just plain stinks.
Magana shrugs off the sonic attacks with ease. She retaliates with a flurry of flail and horn, however all somehow miss their mark!
Aexana uses the rest of her action for this round to fly closer to the window (Sorry, you used your standard action for the round. Also, per my email - please list the spell you intend to cast. Also, note that the enemies you have selected are not "all within 30ft". For instance, R9 and R8 were 65ft apart.)
Coer beats the stuffing out of one of the rogues before turning his attention on another.
Terser decides to take the combat to the other side of the field. He turns his back on the gooey rogue in front of him and receives a blow to his back for his trobles (AoO Hit AC32 - Crit confirmed on 25. I should have included the -2 on the die rolls for being gooed, but the crit would still have been confirmed. 25% chance of no crit: d100=27=Crit hits. Terser takes 14pts damage!). The dwarf is able to bring some pain to another attacker though.
Yel'kno tries to attack the rogue still standing in front of him, however the loss of blood is affecting his ability to swing his sword properly.
The enemy act...
R0 and R9 stop their chanting, look to each other and nod. Each casts a spell on the defensive, and then disappears from sight! (Concentration checks to cast defensively: 31 & 22 = Pass) Spellcraft DC17: Highlight to display spoiler: {Invisibility} Spellcraft DC17: Highlight to display spoiler: {Invisibility}
The other rogues keep up their assault
R1 keeps the pressure on Jozhur, slashing with his shortsword (Hit AC24 & 23. Jozhur takes 12pts damage!)
R2 spring attacks Terser, catching him offguard (Hit AC28. Terser takes 23pts damage + 4 pts bleed damage!)
R3 then follows up, also attacking Terser but missing (Hit AC19=Miss!)
R4 stabs at Magana, but misses. He then slowly backs away (Hit AC15 & 15. Both miss!)
R5 manages to strike a decent blow to Magana, before likewise backing away from the taur (Hit AC31, crit confirmed on 31. Miss Ac15. Magana takes 14pts damage!)
R6 ("Mr Goo") also delivers a spring attack against Magana (Hit AC26. Magana takes 9pts damage!)
R7 screams "They killed Tylan! Oh no, not Tylan! You ... you monsters!" Almost crying, the man wildly slashes at Yel'kno (Hit AC20: Miss. Hit AC27, crit confirmed with 26. Yel'kno takes 14pts damage!)
R3 - AC20 - 20pts damage R6 - AC18 - Gooey. Half-speed. --2 penalty on attack rolls. --4 penalty to Dexterity. R7 - AC20 - 15pts damage R8 - AC20 - Dead. His widow will forever curse the name "Coer". R9 - AC19 - 17pts damage
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 32 of 51 - Invisible) d20+9=15 ; d20+9=24 ; Thursday February 26th, 2015 5:50:43 AM
Spellcraft checks -- second passes.
Zeoll tries to perceive the two casters. He knows one is Highlight to display spoiler: {invisible} and likely the other is too. NOTE that last round Zeoll anticipated this need -- "Finally, a Perception check for anything weird going on that Zeoll might sense: 35."
Zeoll's actions will depend on his possible perception of the casters.
Yel'kno 13/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 3d6=10 ; d8=1 ; d20+5=17 ; d20+11=25 ; d20+6=12 ; d6+6=12 ; d6=2 ; Thursday February 26th, 2015 9:54:19 AM
"monsters? you attacked us in search of a treasure that doesn't exist and you'd have no right to if it did. it's not too late to flee!" Yelkno calls to his attack while brush a hand over a wound and lashing out with his rapier.
Attack r7, his AC 25 for 14 no lethal.
Lay on hands for 10 hp
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 32 of 51 - Invisible) d20+16=17 ; Thursday February 26th, 2015 11:01:05 AM
[OOC: Thanks, oh kindly DM, for your help with questions!]
Zeoll inhales deeply [free action] -- he wants to know the scents of these ruffians, in case any sneak close, or if he wants to track them down.
He casts a Hold Person spell on R4. The Will save DC is 21.
Then he reactivates his fey invisibility.
Finally, he takes a step forward, to 23-24-AA-AB. Stealth 17.
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DM Sanity Info
Cleric spells (underlined = cast): 0: guidance, create water, light, stabilize 1: command, command x2, bane, elf vision 2: calm emo, calm emo, hold person, faerie fire
Sorcerer spells: Cast: 1 of 7 1st lvl (Mage Armor) Cast: 0 of 4 2nd lvl
Other Stuff Used: Laughing Touch: used 0 of 7. Channel Energy 1d6: used 0 of 7. Fey Domain Hide Away: used 3 of 7. Meta Rod: used 1 of 3
Current effects: Mage Armor 6 hours.
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 24 -- HP 65/95] raging AC20, HP 81/111 (25% chance no crit) d20+10=21 ; Thursday February 26th, 2015 11:44:38 AM DM Note: Terser also has improved uncanny dodge, so I believe the sneak and bleed don't apply, unless these are 10th level rogues. Let me know if I'm mistaken! Taking 8 damage for now. DM RobC Sorry mate! Forgot you had that too. Yep, ignore the sneak attack and bleed
See! Your leaders know their cause is unjust and have abandoned you to fight for no reason! Everyone lay down your arms before anyone else comes to harm!
Going total defense this round to give them a chance to surrender - AC26 Intimidate 21 to convince the rogues to surrender and/or his allies to use non-lethal force.
StevenVdB) Aexana Air (M) HP58/58 - AC21/18/16 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 20 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Thursday February 26th, 2015 4:54:56 PM
Aex will do as intended and use her Lightning Lord on the mob. The outcome depends on the rulings on the rules board... Rolls made in previous post.
(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 24--HP 24/65 d20+20=23 ; d20+14=28 ; d6+2=7 ; 4d6=13 ; Thursday February 26th, 2015 6:31:30 PM
Jozhur gasps at the amount of blood he has lost. They need to end this fight quickly.
He feints a trip and strikes with his own short sword.
-------------- Bluff to feint: 23 Attack vs. R1 hits AC 28 for 7 damage plus 13 sneak attack damage (if feint was successful)
Full-round RAGE attack is Flail (+13/+8 for 2d8+10) plus Horn (+7 for 1d8+6). Cleave?
Rage round 3
Coerator (Mark) -- Ki AC 23(19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 5/8) d20+10=14 ; d20+10=12 ; d20+6=7 ; d20+6=12 ; Thursday February 26th, 2015 8:16:14 PM
The fight is swinging in their favor and Terser is calling for an end to the battle. Hoping the attackers come around to this way of thinking Coer begins to pull his punches. His four strikes at r7 all miss - not the outcome he was hoping for as he still wanted to slow the battle
~~ ooc: use ki to boost ac by 4 - total ac 23 power attack active - choosing to deal non lethal damage non-lethal power flurry hits +10+/10/+5/+5 = miss/miss/miss/miss
Magana (Craig) [HP 26 of 92(+14rage)] [DR 1/-] d20+13=33 ; d20+13=27 ; 2d8+10=23 ; Thursday February 26th, 2015 8:21:01 PM
ooc: I think Magana should have had an Attack of Opportunity on R5 because he did not move at least 10 feet before landing the attack... (therefore not a Spring Attack)
You can move both before and after the attack, but you must move at least 10 feet before the attack...
If you agree, hits a 33 (crit backed up w/27) for 23/46 dmg
also, in prev post I mentioned switching to R6 if R5 falls... i meant switch to R4
DM Rob - Torches and Pitchforks - Rnd 4 d20+6=24 ; d20+10=26 ; d20+10=18 ; d20+10=20 ; d20+12=20 ; d20+7=18 ; d20+12=20 ; d20+12=29 ; d6+4=6 ; d20+12=26 ; d20+12=24 ; d6+4=8 ; Friday February 27th, 2015 5:25:57 AM Yel'kno rejects being called monsters. He holds a hand to his stomach to swiftly mend some of his wounds, before using the flat of his sword blade to deal some non-lethal damage to the teary rogue.
Zeoll does his best to remember the smells of this battle. A mixture of blood, sweat, and yes - even tears. He tries to cast an enchant one of the rogues however his words fall on deaf ears (Will Save vs DC21: 24 = Pass!). Zeoll reactivates his invisibility and stealthily keeps moving.
Terser gives his opponents one final chance to accept defeat and lay down their weapons.
Coer boosts his own defence and punches the air in front of his attacker, practically taunting the man.
R7 - "Mr Teary" - drops his sword to ground and withdraws to the east. He isn't looking back, and leaves a small blood trail that could easily be followed (Coer - with your reach you may choose to make an AoO against this withdrawing guy).
Aexana uses her newfound talent with lightning to send three bolts down at R2, R3 and R4 (OOC: Rules discussion on the rule board looks unanimous in how the range works. Ref saves: 26, 18 & 20. With Evasion, R2 and R4 are unharmed. R3 takes full damage of 12pts).
Jozhur finally finds a way to penetrate his attackers defences and pierces with his short sword!
Magana is not at all happy that the two casters have disappeared from sight. She can't even hear where they might be. They may be using stealth while invisible. She unleashes her fury on one of the rogues within reach and with great effect. (No AoO against R5. He used a full attack action - only 1 of his 2 attacks got past your defence - followed by a 5ft step away. R6 "Mr Goo" did the spring attack)
The battle is most certainly now going the party way...
Magana can hear some soft speaking of two voices to the south of her, but she can't pinpoint where the invisible men may be.
R1 tries to finish off Jozhur, but his recent beating dulls his senses (Hit AC20 and AC18 - Both miss!)
R2 tries to spring attack Terser, but also misses! (Hit AC20 - Miss!)
R3 manages to hurt Terser a little (Hit AC29. Terser takes 6pts damage) before somersaulting away (Acrobatics check: 26 to tumble away beats Terser's CMD of 24).
R4 goes total defence and takes another step back from Magana, placing him up against the invisible Zeoll! This poor rogue is also making the unfortunate mistake of getting closer to Terser. (Total defence and a 5ft step)
R5 does the same, putting up his defences and backing away from Magana. (Total defence and a 5ft step)
R6 isn't having any of this! Mr Goo spring attacks Magana, managing to nick the taurs bicep (Hit AC22. Magana takes 8pts damage!). Unfortunately his slow speed means he is not able to get as far away from Magana as he would like, and ends his turn closer to her than he would have liked.
A good round for the party, perhaps? Rogues 1, 3 and 5 are looking unsteady on their feet. Rogue 4 is pristine.
R1 - AC20 - 20pts damage R3 - AC20 - 32pts damage R4 - AC24 this round R5 - AC24 this round - 34pts damage R6 - AC18 - Gooey. Half-speed. -2 penalty on attack rolls. -4 penalty to Dexterity. R7 - Fleeing R8 - Dead. His widow will forever curse the name "Coer". R9 - AC19 - 17pts damage. Invisible. R0 - AC19 - Unhurt. Invisible.
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 32 of 51 - Invisible) d20+16=23 ; d20+3=11 ; Friday February 27th, 2015 7:11:36 AM
Invisible Zeoll takes a good whiff of R4 and Commands him to "FLEE!" That's an extended command, total duration 2 rounds. So 2 rounds fleeing means we likely won't see him back for four rounds, if ever. The will save DC is a 20
Then Zeoll reactivates his invisibility and moves to Z-AA-23-24. Stealth 23.
If the spell works and R4 runs off, likely he'll provoke an AoO. If so, Zeoll's AoO with a paw hits AC11.
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DM Sanity Info
Cleric spells (underlined = cast): 0: guidance, create water, light, stabilize 1: command x2, command, bane, elf vision 2: calm emo, calm emo, hold person, faerie fire
Sorcerer spells: Cast: 1 of 7 1st lvl (Mage Armor) Cast: 0 of 4 2nd lvl
Other Stuff Used: Laughing Touch: used 0 of 7. Channel Energy 1d6: used 0 of 7. Fey Domain Hide Away: used 4 of 7. Meta Rod: used 1 of 3
Current effects: Mage Armor 6 hours.
Yel'kno 25/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 d20+11=22 ; d6+6=10 ; d6=4 ; d8=1 ; 3d6=12 ; Friday February 27th, 2015 9:26:13 AM
Yelkno makes no move to pursue the fleeing rogue and instead moves on to engage one of the remaining fighters. he lashed out again with his nonlethal blade.
As he moves he heals himself again too.
--- Lay on hands for 12 hp
Move to ag24
Attack r5, hit AC 24 (use hero point for +2) for 14 nonlethal
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 32 of 51 - Invisible) Friday February 27th, 2015 10:19:57 AM
Oh wait! If Zeoll has the chance to take an AoO, he WILL NOT TAKE IT! Because that would ruin his invisibility. Sorry, forgot. Hope that's okay.
Magana tries to spot the muttering mages again, but their invisibility defeats her again (perception 18), so she continues to pursue the current object of her wrath (R5) by taking a 5 foot step toward him (to AD27-AE28) and unleash another full attack on him.
Flail on R5 hits a 23 for 18 dmg Flail on R5 hits a 20 for 16 dmg (switch to R6 if R5 has fallen) Horns on R5 hits a 25 for 8 dmg
If an Attack of Opportunity comes up, hits a 30 for 21 dmg
If anything, the scent of her own blood excites and encourages her. She howls continually and she swings her flail in a furious attack. Her normally pinkish eyes are now red to the point that she may start bleeding from the eyes! (intimidate 18)
Full-round RAGE attack is Flail (+13/+8 for 2d8+10) plus Horn (+7 for 1d8+6). Cleave?
Rage round 4
(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 24--HP 24/65 d20+20=31 ; d20+14=23 ; d6+3=5 ; 4d6=17 ; Friday February 27th, 2015 1:38:46 PM
Jozhur grins as he dodges his enemy's attacks. He seems to have finally found a rhythm. He feints again and sticks his blade into the enemy rogue once more.
-------------- Bluff to feint: 31 Attack hits AC 23 for 5 damage plus 17 sneak attack damage.
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 32 of 51 - Invisible) d20+20=29 ; Friday February 27th, 2015 1:53:24 PM
Oh! And a Perception Check just in case since there are invisibles around. 29
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 24 -- HP 65/95] raging AC20, HP 81/111 (25% chance no crit) d20+12=22 ; 2d10+14=28 ; Friday February 27th, 2015 2:07:14 PM
These men have had plenty of opportunity to leave off. Now it's time to protect his friends. He moves towards the side door and assists Jozhur before the blood he's dripping makes him slip up.
move to Y21, vital strike vs R1 AC22 for 28 damage
StevenVdB) Aexana Air (M) HP58/58 - AC21/18/16 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 20 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids 3d8+8=26 ; Friday February 27th, 2015 5:24:35 PM
Seeing her lightnings don't affect these rogues as much as she had hoped and the bad state some of her friends are, Aex decides to go in and patch up the wounded a little.
The Air Elemental veers towards Magana and casts Cure Serious Wounds on her... (Healing Magana for 26 HP)
Coerator (Mark) -- Ki AC 23(19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 4/8) d20+10=25 ; 3d6+7=12 ; Sunday March 1st, 2015 9:37:38 PM
Coer sees that the foes on his side are in hand so he crosses the field of battle to assist. With his target in range he expertly chops the neck of r3, trying to stun him as well.
~~ ooc: move to x22-y23 use ki to boost ac by 4 - total ac 23 power attack active - choosing to deal non lethal damage hits dc25 for 12 non-lethal damage Stunning fist - Fort save vs DC 16. A defender who fails this saving throw is stunned for 1 round (until just before your next turn). A stunned character drops everything held, can't take actions, loses any Dexterity bonus to AC, and takes a --2 penalty to AC.
DM Rob - Torches and Pitchforks - Rnd 5 d20+6=26 ; d20+4=9 ; d6=5 ; d2=1 ; d6=4 ; d2=1 ; d20+12=20 ; d20+12=14 ; d20+7=19 ; d20+10=17 ; d20+5=11 ; Monday March 2nd, 2015 4:41:11 AM Four perfect posting weeks guys! Four weeks! No perfect weeks for 6 months and then you guys do this? You rock!
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Zeoll is first to act, and commands the unhurt attacker to flee! Yet again, they prove resistant to his mind control techniques (Will save vs DC20: 26. Nat 20! Sorry Zeoll. One day your commands will work!) He reactivates his invisibility and quietly steps aside.
Yel'kno lets the fleeing rogue go. The man no doubt learnt his lesson. He quickly patches another wound, before moving south and dealing some non-lethal damage with a well aimed strike.
Magana moves closer to the same target, pursuing him no matter the cost. Even at total defence, the man cannot protect himself from Magana's sharp horns.
Jozhur has finally found his rhythm for the battle, and easily penetrates his targets defences.
Terser makes sure the man goes down - and stays down. He strikes a vital point on the rogue who drops to the ground, dead.
Aex sees no need to engage in any further combat, and uses the pwoer of healing to treat some of Magana's more serious wounds.
Coer marches across the battlefield and punches one of the rogues squarely in the face. (Fort save vs DC16: 9=Fail! R3 is stunned!)
The enemy act...
The invisible chants finish, and two swarms of spiders suddenly appear around Coer!
The first swarm slowly moves south, seemingly sensing some tender linotaur flesh (5ft step south avoids AoO from Coer and Terser. Moving in Zeoll's square provokes an AoO. Zeoll has elected not to take any. They have tremorsense and as a swarm don't make an attack roll or have a miss chance. Zeoll takes 5pts damage, and must make a Fort save vs DC11 or take 1pt Str damage. Occupying the same square as a swarm requires a caster level check of DC 20 + spell level).
The second swarm slowly moves to Coer! (5ft step south avoids AoO from Terser and Zeoll. Moving in Coer's square provokes an AoO. Coer can make an AoO vs AC17. If he doesn't swat the swarm, Coer takes 4pts damage, and must make a Fort save vs DC11 or take 1pt Str damage).
Rogue 2 spring attacks Coer and barely misses, thanks to the monk's good use of ki (Hit AC20=Miss!)
Rogue 3 - an older rogue with a noticeable scar down his cheek - can see the way this battle has turned. He drops his sword to the ground and turns to run (Withdraw action. No AoO) He makes it about 120ft west.
Rogue 4 finds himself uncomfortably close to the action. Nevertheless, he steps up to Coer and does his best to do some damage (Hit AC14 & 19 - both miss!)
Rogue 5 looks Yel'kno clear in the eye. The man is scared. He drops his sword to the ground and tries to make a break for it. (Withdraw action to head east. No AoO from Magana however Yel'kno may make one. The rogue has Mobility, so Yel'kno would have to hit AC24). Assuming he lives, he makes it about 120ft east.
Rogue 6 is still a bit sticky, and finds himself almost toe-to-toe with Magana. He throws caution to the wind, and feels his sword bounce off her tough hide (Hit AC17 & 11 - both miss!)
To the north east, Magana, Aexana and Yel'kno can see a faintly glowing, vaguely humanoid shape move into view from the north. ("H" on the map at AM18)
The sound of someone talking still comes from the south.
R2 - AC20 R3 - AC20 - FLEEING WEST - 32pts damage / 12 non-lethal R4 - AC20 R5 - AC20 - FLEEING EAST - 42pts damage / 14 non-lethal R6 - AC18 - Gooey. Half-speed. -2 penalty on attack rolls. -4 penalty to Dexterity. R9 - AC19 - 17pts damage. Invisible. R0 - AC19 - Unhurt. Invisible. Swarm1 - AC17 (green on the map) Swarm2 - AC17 (green on the map) Glowing Humanoid - ??
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 27 of 51) d20=5 ; d20+20=24 ; Monday March 2nd, 2015 10:55:55 AM
OOC: Please ignore d20=5 roll ... misclick]
Zeoll delays. He is afraid of being attacked by R4, and maybe Coer will kill him, or maybe R4 will use his AoO on another target.
After delaying, Zeoll moves 40 ft to 24-25-AH-AI. He listens and smells, trying to figure out where those casters are. His perception to do so is 24. He readies a faerie fire spell to use if he detects the casters, within 10 ft (the radius of the spell.
Aexana's healing hits Magana like a strong mug of coffee and, thus reinvigorated, she wheels on the sticky rogue (R6) determined to create several new orifices in his worthless hide. Howling in reckless glee, she attacks:
Flail on R6 hits a 24 for 17 dmg Flail on R6 hits a 17 for 22 dmg Horns on R6 hits a 11 for 10 dmg
If an AoO comes up, hits a 18 for 26 dmg
Magana is frothing at the mouth a bit and looks very much out of control. This might give the rogue second thoughts about sticking around: Intimidate 19
Full-round RAGE attack is Flail (+13/+8 for 2d8+10) plus Horn (+7 for 1d8+6). Cleave?
Rage round 5
Magana (Craig) [HP 44 of 92(+14rage)] [DR 1/-] Monday March 2nd, 2015 4:35:52 PM
ooc: OOPS i just noticed that I had ADDED 2 to AC for Rage instead of Subtracting - I checked the fight history, and fortunately there were no missed attacks that would have hit. so going forward:
StevenVdB) Aexana Air (M) HP58/58 - AC21/18/16 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 20 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids d20+15=23 ; d20+15=17 ; 3d6=14 ; 3d6=8 ; Monday March 2nd, 2015 6:50:04 PM
Aex flies a bit higher again (+30ft) and flies 20ft South hoping to see who's talking (perception 23). Also tryingto catch a glimpse of the on to the North (perception 17).
Having 5 lightnigs left frol her Lightning Lord ability, Aex calls down two more on R2 and R4.
R2 - damage 14 - Reflex DC 20 for half R4 p damage 8 - Reflex DC 20 for half
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 24 -- HP 65/95] raging AC20, HP 81/111 (25% chance no crit) d20+12=30 ; d20+7=17 ; d4+6=8 ; d4+6=8 ; Monday March 2nd, 2015 7:29:44 PM
Jozhur seems safe for the time being, and no one likes spiders. The choice seems clear. Holding his glaive in one hand, Terser pummels the spiders that are swarming over Coer.
cestus vs at 30 and 17 for 8and 8 damage
(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 24--HP 24/65 d20+20=22 ; d20+14=32 ; d6+3=6 ; 4d6=16 ; d20+14=23 ; Monday March 2nd, 2015 9:32:11 PM
Jozhur looks around for something nearby to stab. If there is nothing (other than swarms), he steps outside and looks for another target.
------------ Is R1 gone or dead? Bluff to feint: 22 Attack vs. R1 hits AC 32, 6 damage plus 16 sneak attack damage
If R1 is gone... Double move to X24 Acrobatics to avoid AoO from swarm?: 23
Coerator (Mark) -- Ki AC 23(19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 3/8) d20+10=22 ; 3d6+7=16 ; d20+10=16 ; d20+10=18 ; d20+10=15 ; d20+10=19 ; Monday March 2nd, 2015 9:38:35 PM
AOO: Coer hates spiders. They remind him of octopus', which he really hates. He steels himself and slaps the ground, crushing the bugs into a gooey mess.
ooc: hit 22 for 16 damage
~~~ Coer tries to clean the bug goo of his hand by hitting the rouge before him. His unorthodox 'strikes' are not effective as all four fail to slime the enemy.
~~ ooc: use ki to boost ac by 4 - total ac 23 power attack active - choosing to deal non lethal damage power flurry 16/18/10/14 - all miss
Yel'kno 25/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 d20+13=30 ; d6+6=11 ; d6=2 ; Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 12:27:06 AM
Yel'kno moves up to flank the rogue by Morgana and smacks the rogue with his rapier.
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Move to AG28
Attack R6,
hit AC 30 for 13 non-lethal
DM Rob - Torches and Pitchforks - Rnd 6 d20+10=24 ; d20+10=18 ; d20+12=28 ; d6+4=8 ; d100=13 ; d20+12=30 ; d6+4=6 ; d6=4 ; d100=44 ; d6=1 ; d2=2 ; d20+12=15 ; d20+7=14 ; Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 4:47:19 AM Magana is first to act. She turns on her heels as Yel'kno approaches. The two of them flank the sticky rogue and together introduce him to a world of pain.
Aexana brings the thunder and lighting. Rogue 2 is a little lighter on his feet than Rogue 4, who takes the full brunt of it (Ref save vs DC20: 24 & 18). From her new position she can hear someone talking to the west of her, but is unable to pinpoint an exact location.
Jozhur looks about for Rogue 1 and finds the man sliced in two by Terser's glaive. He tumbles out the doorway and ends up flanking one of the other rogues.
Coer and Terser make very short work of the spider swarm. They disappear as quickly as they came.
Coer tries to wipe the spider carcass on the rogue in front of him, but to no avail. The rogue is just a little to light on his feet.
Zeoll is last to act. He moves away from rogue 4 drawing an AoO (Hit AC28. Zeoll takes 8pts damage. *See note below too please). He can hear one of the casters somewhere in the southwest, but the other is quiet.
The enemy act...
Swarm 1 is the first to act, and determines since that tasty linotaur is gone that the next nicest thing to eat would be human flesh. (D100=13! It ignores Coer and attacks the rogue instead!) The rogue manages to get a few blows in, but the swarm draw blood (Swarm does 4pts damage to R4)
The chanting finished and another swarm appears! This one makes a move for Coer! (D100=44. Coer may make an AoO vs AC17. If he doesn't swat the swarm, Coer takes 4pts damage, and must make a Fort save vs DC11 or take 2pt Strs damage).
Rogue 4 steps away from the swarm, and does his best to strike at Jozhur, but fails (Hit AC15 & 14. Both miss)
Rogue 6 drops his weapon to the ground and turns tail to flee (Magana and Yel'kno may each make an AoO vs AC24)
The glowing humanoid form silently hovers towards the front of the building.
There is no noise now from the two invisible men. No chanting, no casting, no talking. All is quiet.
Magana (Craig) [HP 44 of 92(+14rage)] [DR 1/-] Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 12:21:22 PM
ooc: Magana's AoO on R6 was in my previous post: If an AoO comes up, hits a 18 for 26 dmg
...hopefully that kills the little bugger? :)
Magana (Craig) [HP 44 of 92(+14rage)] [DR 1/-] d20+12=28 ; d8+6=7 ; d20+13=26 ; Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 4:40:51 PM
As the sticky rogue retreats, Magana lands a solid attack his back (If an AoO comes up, hits a 18 for 26 dmg per prev post), but her attention is already shifted to the Glowy Guy. In her rage, anything that is not friend is foe and, predictably, she charges (to AF22-AG23).
Minotaur Charge [Racial] Benefit: Once per encounter, you inflict double damage with your horns (only horns, not weapons) on a charge attack. You also make a free Demoralize Opponent (Intimidate Skill) check against the target of that charge.
Charge hits a (28 +2(charge) = 30) for (7x2 = 14) dmg
Full-round RAGE attack is Flail (+13/+8 for 2d8+10) plus Horn (+7 for 1d8+6). Cleave?
Rage round 6 (+4 Str, -2 AC/TouchAC)
Magana (Craig) [HP 44 of 92(+14rage)] [DR 1/-] Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 4:42:05 PM
Intimidate 26
StevenVdB) Aexana Air (M) HP58/58 - AC21/18/16 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 20 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids d20+15=24 ; 3d6=10 ; 3d6=8 ; 3d6=11 ; Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 4:45:34 PM
Having used 5 lightning bolts already today Aex still has another 3 up her sleeve... She slowly flies towards the West (half speed to increase change of perception and so to pinpoint the whispering spellcaster) - perception 24. Should she find him/her she will release a lightning bolt on this person. If she can't find hil/her she'll once again target R2 and R4.
Either this whispering dude or R2 - damage 10 - Reflex DC 20 for half And another 8 HP with reflex save DC20 for half if her Lightning Lord can reach someone else too...
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 27 of 51) d20+20=36 Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 5:16:49 PM
Zeoll moves 40 ft west to 26-27-AB-AC, then casts Hideous Laughter at R2.
The Will save DC is 21.
The liontaur stays as alert as possible on the battlefield: Perception 36
Coerator (Mark) -- Ki AC 23(19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 2/8) d20+10=26 ; 3d6+7=21 ; d20+10=15 ; d20+10=29 ; d20+10=11 ; d20+10=30 ; d20+10=24 ; 3d6+7=17 ; 3d6+7=19 ; Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 8:53:12 PM
aoo: Coer sees the new spider swarm and again splatters it as it apoaches, his hand now covered in gooey spider guts (hit 26 for 21 damage) ~~~
Coer sees the glowing thing and calls out "Avast! What be that thing?"
He then proceeds to slap R4 trying to knock him out/wipe his hands clean.
~~ ooc: use ki to boost ac by 4 - total ac 23 power attack active - choosing to deal non lethal damage power flurry 15/29/11/nat 20 no crit, non-lethal damage = miss/ 17/ miss/ 19
Yel'kno 25/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 d20+13=16 ; d20+8=14 ; Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 8:57:08 PM
Yel'kno makes an attempt to knock the fleeing rogue unconscious, but fails.. (fail AoO)
He stays where he is and looks about, trying to assess the situation, but not doing a very good job of it.. (Perception 14)
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 24 -- HP 65/95] raging AC20, HP 81/111 (25% chance no crit) d6=6 ; Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 9:49:40 PM
Terser is content to let the rogues that wish it to flee. He moves to where he can hit all his allies and releases some healing energy. his new concern is for whomever or whatever this glowing figure may be.
move to AD 24 and channel for 6 healing. Think that hits only allies.
DM Rob - Torches and Pitchforks - Rnd 7 d20+10=26 ; d20+10=22 ; d20+6=16 ; d20+12=16 ; d20+7=23 ; d6+4=6 ; d20+11=21 ; d4+3=6 ; d20+13=28 ; d4+2=5 ; Wednesday March 4th, 2015 5:00:20 AM
Neither Magana nor Yel'kno are in the mood to allow someone to escape from this battle. They each strike at the retreating rogue, yet miss (OOC: Per previous DM post, the rogues have "Mobility" which increases their AC vs AoOs as a result of movement)
Magana then charges head first towards the glowing humanoid form. Could it be an angel here to help the group? Forget asking questions, just kill it! Magana's horns pierce the light quite easily. If she hurt the form, she cannot tell. It still hovers there. Silent and glowing.
Aexana is unable to pinpoint the location of the invisible casters now they have stopped their speaking. They are being quite stealthy. She calls down two lightning bolts on R2 and R4 respectively, however, both look to miss their mark (Ref Save vs DC20: 26 and 22. Evasion means no damage).
Zeoll strides westward and sends one of the rogues into fits of uncontrollable laughter (Will Save vs DC21: 16=Fail). The rogue drops to the ground, clutching his sides as if he has heard the joke about the linotaur and the leprechaun for the first time.
Zeoll is unable to pinpoint the exact location of the now silent casters, but he does notice the face of Brother Engev peeking from the upstairs window. The priest looks to be crouched and only showing as much of himself as he has to in order to get a good look at what is going on.
Coer tries to slap some sense into one of the rogues, and does so with some success. He has no idea what that glowing form is yet. It hasn't made its intentions clear, other than to hover closer to the melee.
Terser is content to let those who wish to flee do so. He has some concerns on what this glowing form may be, but doesn't let it show. Instead he opts to heal those he can.
The enemy act...
The remaining swarm vanishes as quickly as it arrived.
Rogue 2 is laughing uncontrollably on the ground. Thankfully it is not overly infectious.
Rogue 4 has taken quite a beating. He takes a few swings at Coer and manages to land one blow (Miss AC16. Hit AC23. Coer takes 6pts damage). The rogue obviously realises the futility of the situation however. He drops his weapon to the ground and puts his hands up in a sign of his surrender.
All goes quiet - save for the laughter - before one of the invisible attackers makes himself known.
"Coward!" the invisible rogue with the slicked black hair (R9) appears behind Rogue 4, and stabs him in the back (Hit AC21 for 6pts). It's enough to drop rogue 4 to the ground unconscious.
R0 appears just as suddenly behind Yel'kno, but rather than attack the paladin outright, he attacks Yel'kno's rapier! (Sunder maneuver with Improved Sunder does not provoke AoO. Not sure about making a CMB with surprise, but hits CMB:28. Yel'knod rapier takes 5pts damage!)
Yel'kno and Zeoll recognise the daggers used by these two as being made of adamantine.
------------------------------- Not sure we need a map now. Noone is invisible, 2 (possibly 3?) enemies remaining :)
(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 24--HP 24/65 d20+20=31 ; d20+14=22 ; d6+3=4 ; 4d6=16 ; d20+11=19 ; Wednesday March 4th, 2015 8:12:27 AM
What is that glowing thing? Jozhur has certainly never seen anything like that. He stares at it for a moment, is it a firm of someone he recognizes? (Perception: 19)
Finally, the instigators show themselves again. Jozhur feints and lunges at the one nearest to him.
-------------- Bluff to feint: 31 Attack hits AC 22, 4 damage plus 16 sneak damage
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 27 of 51) Wednesday March 4th, 2015 10:54:32 AM
Zeoll casts True Strike and takes out a tanglefoot bag.
(Note that Hid Laugh requires a second save the next round)
Even in her enraged state, Magana realizes that this apparition is not presenting a threat. She turns to survey the battlefield and sees that the black haired man has reappeared. Clearly he needs another dose of pain, and she moves quickly to oblige.
ooc: without a map, not sure if she can reach him, but if she can:
Full-round RAGE attack is Flail (+13/+8 for 2d8+10) plus Horn (+7 for 1d8+6). Cleave?
Rage round 7 (+4 Str, -2 AC/TouchAC)
StevenVdB) Aexana Air (M) HP58/58 - AC21/18/16 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 20 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids d20+15=17 ; d20+2=16 ; d20+5=19 ; Wednesday March 4th, 2015 4:30:30 PM
Aex-Air turns her attention to this glowing humanoid shape... She hovers higher than the... thing... and towards it closely examining it... Perhaps not quite like the Crew of the Lionfish is used to, she'd rather talk first and fight later... Perception 17
"And who might you be?! Stand back!! My friends here are quite hot tempered... ", Aex says friendly but nervous. (Bluff 16, Sense Motive 19)
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 24 -- HP 65/95] raging AC20, HP 81/111 (25% chance no crit) Wednesday March 4th, 2015 5:07:34 PM
Confident that his allies can handle the now visible attackers, Terser continues in protect mode. He releases his rage, pants a moment, then points at the unconscious rogue that had surrendered. His wounds scab over and he is no longer bleeding, though he is still unconscious.
Cast Stabilize on the downed rogue, 8 rounds fatigued from rage.
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 27 of 51) d20+9=11 ; Wednesday March 4th, 2015 7:37:57 PM
Zeoll takes a closer look at that glowing thing. Likely it is just a Dancing Light, he thinks. He studies it.
Spellcraft 11
But he has no proof.
Coerator (Mark) -- Ki AC 23(19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 1/8) d20+10=30 ; d20+10=20 ; 6d6+14=32 ; Wednesday March 4th, 2015 10:08:33 PM
Coer moves up to R9 and punches him square in the face Looking to either knock out or stun the man.
~~~ Ooc: ki boost ac move to R9 and deliver stunning blow power attack doing non lethal Hits Nat 20, critical confirmed for 32 non lethal damage, and fort save vs dc 16 or be stunned
DM Rob - Torches and Pitchforks - Rnd 8 d20+7=23 ; d20+6=10 ; d20+11=19 ; d20+6=11 ; Thursday March 5th, 2015 3:40:03 AM Zeoll looks more closely at the glowing humanoid but, alas, even with his knowledge of the magical this thing escapes him (OOC: I think the check you are looking for is a Knowl Arcana check: "Identify a spell effect that is in place"). Perhaps his knowledge of the arcane will help his aging memory
Aex starts talking to the lighted humanoid form, cautioning it to stay back. She doesn't get the impression that it is threatening (or threatened, for that matter).
Knowl Arcana DC20 Highlight to display spoiler: {Dancing lights can indeed create "one faintly glowing, vaguely humanoid shape", such as this. Likely a diversion from one of the casters to split the party}
The taur then prepares to throw a tanglefoot bag, aided by some True Strike magic.
Jozhur has no idea about the glowing thing, but what he does know is how to catch someone off guard. He slices and dices at Rogue 9.
Magana gives up on the apparition. She's tried attacking it, and really, what else is there than that? She thunders across the battlefield and clobbers R9 with her flail. The man drops to the ground an unmoving, bloody mess.
Terser shows some heroics by taking the time to treat one of the fallen enemy. A noble gesture if ever one was.
With rogue 9 now deceased, Coer delivers a smack to Rogue 0. It's solid, but the rogue still stands (Fort Save vs DC16: 23=Pass)
Rogue 2 continues rolling about on the ground in a fit of laughter (Will Save vs DC21: 10=Fail)
Rogue 4 is stable, but unconscious.
Rogue 0 isn't going to go down without a fight. He stabs at Coer, but to no avail (Hit AC19 & 11. Both miss!)
------------------------------- All: Please check your emails for a group discussion
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 27 of 51) d20+21=35 ; Thursday March 5th, 2015 7:20:09 AM
Zeoll moves to be 10 ft from R0 and then tosses his bag at him. Throwing into melee is at -4. Zeoll has a +5 base +20 spell -4 adj = +21 for the ranged touch attack. He hits touch AC35, probably entangling him.
An entangled creature takes a --2 penalty on attack rolls and a --4 penalty to Dexterity and must make a DC 15 Reflex save or be glued to the floor, unable to move. Even on a successful save, it can move only at half speed.
"Good job, Terserr! Trry to save as many as you can!" Zeoll shouts.
(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 24--HP 24/65 d20+11=20 ; d6+2=8 ; 4d6=20 ; Thursday March 5th, 2015 10:31:47 AM
Jozhur looks slightly disgusted when Magana splatters him with a rather large amount of blood. "Let's take these last two alive, please."
He approaches the last standing attacker and clubbers him with a sap.
------------- Attack hits AC 20, 8 non lethal damage, add 20 if this one can be flanked.
StevenVdB) Aexana Air (M) HP58/58 - AC21/18/16 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 20 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids d20+5=18 ; d6=3 ; Thursday March 5th, 2015 4:07:34 PM
Aex-Air watched the glowing human form drawing nearer... it's absolutely not impressed by the elemental. With no understanding of what she's facing and an apparent threat that doesn't want to back away, Aex assumes a battle stance... She won't be the one to strike first but if the shape attacks she will fight back...
Prepared attack - Slam hits AC18 - damage 3HP
(OOC - note to self... do invest some ranks in Spellcraft next time... it will help you not making a fool of yourself... yes sorry I read the spoiler... )
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 24 -- HP 65/95] raging AC20, HP 81/111 (25% chance no crit) d20+11=17 ; Thursday March 5th, 2015 4:17:37 PM
The spell won't hold the laughing one forever, so Terser attempts to pin him down so he can tie him up, at least until they have a nice chat.
attempting the pin condition with a 17 vs his CMD
Yel'kno 25/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 d20+11=19 ; d6+6=9 ; d6=1 ; Thursday March 5th, 2015 4:41:53 PM
Yelkno moves to flank R0 and attacks.
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Hit AC 21 (forgot flank bonus in roll) for 10 nonlethal
Full-round RAGE attack is Flail (+13/+8 for 2d8+10) plus Horn (+7 for 1d8+6). Cleave?
Rage round 8 (+4 Str, -2 AC/TouchAC)
re: email discussion: -- "All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing."
Coerator (Mark) -- Ki AC 23(19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 81/87 (Ki 1/8) Thursday March 5th, 2015 5:51:14 PM
Coer moves to block the glowing thing and takes a defensive stance, not knowing what its intentions are.
ooc - short post sorry - moving house today
(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 24--HP 24/65 Thursday March 5th, 2015 11:39:40 PM
Jozhur stares at Magana with his mouth open as Magana splatters him with even more blood. It's hard to tell if he is disgusted, amazed, or angry. He stoops down and checks for a pulse.
DM Rob - Aftermath Friday March 6th, 2015 4:32:24 AM
The party combine forces to finally end the fight.
Yel'kno and Jozhur knock the rogue off his feet, and Zeoll ensures he won't be standing up any time soon. Magana then charges in with flail raised (Magana - With the rogue unconscious it is up to you as to whether you continue with your attack or pull back)
The glowing humanoid form disappears as quickly as it arrived. Aex may never know what it was, but at least she didn't have to fight it. Coer, though, was fully prepared for it.
Terser has the laughing rogue pinned quickly, and one of the others lies next to him unconscious.
In the doorway of the house stands Brother Engev, peeking from behind the door.
The rogues that made a run for it are long gone.
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 40 of 51) d6=4 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; d6=6 ; d6=3 ; d20+9=17 ; Friday March 6th, 2015 7:01:09 AM
Zeoll calls his friends to come close -- and then he channels energy to heal everyone, even the wounded foes. [/b]Everybody gets 13 hp back.[/b]
He calls the group to follow him. "They'rre not long gone!" he says. "It's been less than a minute! The trrail is frresh! Follow me!"
The old liontaur puts his keen nose to work, casting around for a scent. He wants to track at least one of the recently fled rogues.
Zeoll also ponders the captives. "Someone has to securre these prrisonerrs and then catch up to us! Aexana, Captain Coer! You two arre the fastest! Can you tie these rrogues up and then rrun to catch us?"
Survival to Track with Scent: 17. (Generally speaking, "The typical DC for a fresh trail is 10.")
Magana (Craig) [HP 57 of 92(+14rage)] [DR 1/-] Friday March 6th, 2015 10:31:46 AM
Magana roars in frustration at her comrades as they subdue the last rogue before she could turn him into blood pudding. She quickly surveys the area looking for someone else to play with and, swallowing her disappointment, pulls herself back from the frenzied high of her battle rage.
Breathing heavily she says, "Well, that was fun! Lead on Zeoll!" She follows slowly as she waits for her full strength to return.
Magana (Craig) [HP 57 of 92] [DR 1/-] Friday March 6th, 2015 10:34:05 AM
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(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 24--HP 37/65 d20+11=16 ; d20+1=8 ; d6+3=4 ; Friday March 6th, 2015 11:04:09 AM
Jozhur clubs one of the unconscious rogues if the start to come about from Zeoll's healing. (AC 16, 4 nonlethal).
"Someone , probably two of us, should stay and babysit them. The ones that got away could come back with more of their friends. I could stay behind."
Magana (Craig) [HP 57 of 92] [DR 1/-] Friday March 6th, 2015 1:55:39 PM
Magana says, "I'm sure the Brothers can keep an eye on a couple of tied up scoundrels!"
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 24 -- HP 65/95] raging AC20, HP 81/111 (25% chance no crit) Friday March 6th, 2015 2:15:21 PM
Terser finishes tying up the laughing rogue and moves on to do the same to the unconscious ones as well.
Hey now, calm down everyone. We've subdued the ringleaders and killed several men already. I don't know what this treasure they were talking about is, and I doubt they deserve a share, but we should get whatever passes for the law in this town before the situation gets any more out of hand. If we hunt down these men in their homes, we could have the entire city take up arms against us. We should question these men, then either release them to the authorities or to their families.
And before I'll go anywhere else with you, I need an explanation of why these men were so easily convinced that they were justified in attacking you.
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 40 of 51) Friday March 6th, 2015 4:13:43 PM
Zeoll sighs. "Terrserr, now you see what you have gotten yourrself into. Bonetown is a pirrate heaven. Therre is no rrulerr. Nothing passes forr the law in this town. The Harrborrmasterr keeps the peace on the docks, but that's it. I think therre are ganglorrds in other parrts of the city."
"And as forr those rrogues, they attacked us because they could, and because they thought they would win. That's all the authorrity therre is herre. If we do not like it, we have to go find them and punish them ourrselves. That's a good idea, because then the worrd gets around and the next villain thinks twice beforre taking us on."
"Maybe someday -- maybe someday soon -- we can change that. But until then, the best way we can prrotect the brrotherrs herre when we arre gone is to make surre it is clearr therre arre rramifications if you trry something."
Zeoll also explains some back story: Annoir was a pirate captain, known for press-ganging crew. He was a slick character, and he tricked the party somehow for a while (Zeoll is hazy on that), but eventually we realized he was a villain indeed. We tracked him to Centaur Island, captured him, proved to the Centaurs that he was breaking Centaur law, and the Chief Stallion had him executed. Sure we got some gear off him -- the Stallion gave it to us as a reward. But no one here is entitled to any of that.
These rogues are either lying or tricked about it. Either way, attacking without provocation shows they are bad. Zeoll calls for Yel'kno to detect evil -- he's a paladin, right?
StevenVdB) Aexana Air (M) HP58/58 - AC21/18/16 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 20 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Friday March 6th, 2015 4:46:44 PM
Aex changes back to her own Gnome self and joins her friends, "All this talking is making that trail you wanted to follow colder and colder Zeoll. Capt'n and I will tie these up and follow shortly behind if you want to go on the chase!! Rope... does anyone have some rope? "
(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 24--HP 37/65 d20+11=22 ; Friday March 6th, 2015 9:58:16 PM
Jozhur adds a quick explanation for Terser, "We were supposed to bring Annoir back to Bonetown to face justice here. When the Centaurs learned of his crimes on Centaur Island, they would not let us take custody of him and executed him themselves. And now you heard what they said, apparently someone is spreading rumors that we have his treasure and possibly set him free."
"We did take what was on his person, but we never found his ship."
With that said, he gets back to the issue at hand, "Where are Lansel and Engev? One of them took off running, should probably make sure he is safe. If they can't or don't want to babysit."
Jozhur begins searching the enemies, starting with the live ones. He takes any weapons from them and keeps an eye out for any other objects of interest.
--------------- Perception to search: 22
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 40 of 51) Friday March 6th, 2015 11:14:49 PM
Zeoll casts about for the scent and gets tracking!
Coerator (Mark) -- AC(19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 1/8) Saturday March 7th, 2015 12:28:14 AM
Coer runs inside and gathers some rope to tie the defeated mob.
"Justice is hard to find in Bonetown. But we shall do our best. Do you have the scent Zeoll?"
StevenVdB) Aexana Air (M) HP58/58 - AC21/18/16 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 20 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Sunday March 8th, 2015 12:13:23 PM "I can always turn into a dog or a wolf... gives me very keen scent also..." Aex adds as the thought of chasing the culprits comes up.
Yel'kno 25/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 Sunday March 8th, 2015 10:55:50 PM
"What about our new friends? Do we know where they are? Perhaps we should not be so keen to rush off.. this could have been just a distraction.."
DM Rob - Aftermath Monday March 9th, 2015 2:26:39 AM Zeoll calls everyone in close and channels some healing energy to all - even the enemies. All 3 enemy rogues regain consciousness.
Zeoll is easily able to find two fresh trails - one heading east and one heading west. The scents may be difficult to follow (the overpowering smell of fish is very prominent in the harbor town) but combined with the blood trail it becomes quite easy. But which does he choose to follow? They are equally fresh having been made no more than 10 seconds apart.
He starts to quickly fashion a plan whereby some will remain behind to secure the prisoners, and then catch up? The question remains though, who will be looking after the prisoners while they are secured?
Magana is ready to continue the battle, and beckons Zeoll to begin the tracking.
Jozhur takes an interesting approach. When one of the rogues comes to. He clubs the man in the face. (Zeoll healed for 13, Jozhur damaged for but 4). The rogue gets a bloodied lip for daring to gain consciousness. He glares daggers at Jozhur, and spits a gob of blood his way. Obviously the intention was to subdue the man, but given he was surrounded and there were other means to keep him subdued, was a punch to the face necessary?
Jozhur makes the suggestion that at least two of the group should stay behind and guard the captives, just in case they try to escape or someone comes for them.
Terser calls for calm. What exactly is going on - and why - isn't clear to him. He demands an explanation and suggest releasing them to the authorities or their families.
Zeoll does his best to explain the politics of Bonetown, whilst Jozhur gives an account of the party dealings with Annoir.
After a cursory search of the equipment, Jozhur is able to lay the following items out: 2 x Adamantine Daggers 8 x MW Shortswords 3 x potions Around 50gp in various coins
Coer vows that the group will do their best in the name of justice. What exactly is meant by this is unclear though. What IS justice to the party? An eye for an eye?
Magana is sure the Brother can keep an eye on the prisoners, whilst Yel'kno has concerns about the two men seeking refuge in their house.
Brother Engev stands in the doorway, arms folded "No. Absolutely not. I will not act as a jailer. Brother Lansel and I created Portside House to be a beacon in Bonetown. A way to lead by example and show that justice can be afforded to all. I do not seek to turn a blind eye to misgivings, but I do not seek to condemn without a fair trial either. If these men wish to stay here of their free will and discuss their behaviour, then I will act as private counsel for them." The priest of Pantheon is devout in his beliefs. Those who have lived in Portside House may recall seeing a plaque in Lansel's room which reads: "Justice is not a prize tendered to the good-natured, nor is it to be withheld from the ill-bred"
Assuming the captives are tied and escorted inside, the party find Lew and Karin both armed with swords and standing inside, by either side of the main doorway. "We dare not show our faces in the town, but the brigands will have to walk over our dead bodies before they do harm to your friends" Lew practically swears "You can leave your captives here. We can ensure they get up to no harm"
Sense Motive DC20 Highlight to display spoiler: {Based on their histories, and the conversations you have had with them, you get the sense that both Lew and Karin are honourable men. Being former bodyguards, there may be no better pair to look after Brother Engev and the prisoners}
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 40 of 51) d20+9=11 ; d20+22=27 ; d20+11=13 ; d20+11=19 ; Monday March 9th, 2015 10:41:26 AM
Zeoll sense motive: 11
Zeoll says to Engev, "A fairr trrial sounds grreat. We can have one in a little while afterr we get back. Thank you, brrother."
"Jozhurr, you volunteerred to stay behind. You plus Lew and Karrin will keep them safe and securre. Everryone else, follow me!"
Zeoll casts a Taur's Try cantrip and his Elf Vision spell, then leads the way to the west.
Perception 27 Survival to track 13
That's a crappy track check! If he loses the trail, Zeoll will try the Eastern trail:
Survival 19.
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DM Sanity Info
Cleric spells (underlined = cast): 0: guidance, create water, light, stabilize 1: command x2, command, bane, elf vision 2: calm emo, calm emo, hold person, faerie fire
Sorcerer spells: Cast: 2 of 7 1st lvl (Mage Armor, True Strike) Cast: 1 of 4 2nd lvl (Hideous Laughter)
Other Stuff Used: Laughing Touch: used 0 of 7. Channel Energy 1d6: used 1 of 7. Fey Domain Hide Away: used 4 of 7. Meta Rod: used 1 of 3 Used a Tanglefoot Bag
Current effects: Mage Armor 6 hours; Elf Vision 40 min; Taur Try 10 min
Magana (Craig) [HP 60 of 92] [DR 1/-] d8+1=3 ; Monday March 9th, 2015 2:12:22 PM
Magana can't help but shake her head and laugh when Brother Engev and Zeoll agree to a "fair trial", as though such a thing were possible in Bonetown, but follows Zeoll with further commentary.
She also says a brief prayer to Gargul and heals herself (3 hp).
Protection from Evil (used for healing) True Strike (unused)
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 24 -- HP 65/95] raging AC20, HP 81/111 (25% chance no crit) Monday March 9th, 2015 4:37:48 PM I still feel like enough is enough. We have the ringleaders - if anyone will face trial, it will be them. Then we can give them justice in accordance with what law we would have in this town. If we expect this town to submit to law at any time, then we must act like it at all times, not when we feel like it or after we have run down these men. They will learn from these prisoners, knowing that any justice we mete out will apply to them if they ever threaten us again. It is tough, fair, and appropriate.
Terser never really doubted his comrades, but it is good to hear from their own mouths what happened with Annoir. FYI - Terser spent the last couple of rounds tying people up with his rope, so they should be secured by now.
We should form some sort of Tribunal to decide what justice to give these men. One of the Brothers, perhaps, one from our crew: Yel'kno is certainly above reproach, and there must be at least one honourable sort of man in Bonetown to round it out.
StevenVdB) Aexana Air (M) HP58/58 - AC21/18/16 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 20 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Monday March 9th, 2015 5:33:01 PM
Aex tends to agree with Terser... Even though the hunt might sound interesting the little druid wonders what good will come from it. Won't it just draw more anger towards them? Wouldn't it be possible to clear their name by speaking with the prisoners and perhaps find explantions in things other than battle?
She walks over to the captives and asks: "Why don't you speak up friend and I'll patch up that split lip you got... Please, who speaks wrong of the Lionfish and its Crew? "
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 40 of 51) Monday March 9th, 2015 8:34:53 PM
OOC: Magana and Zeoll seem to want to hunt; Aex and Terser, not so much. Anyone else?
Zeoll agrees with the group consensus.
(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 24--HP 37/65 d20+11=28 ; Tuesday March 10th, 2015 2:32:58 AM
Jozhur looks at the captives, showing no sympathy.
"WHO has been spreading rumors about us and WHY have you come to our home and attacked us? Answer that and I'd be happy to put this sap away and discuss any problems you have with us in a more...civil manner."
---------------------- Diplomacy: 28
Coerator (Mark) -- AC(19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 1/8) Tuesday March 10th, 2015 3:58:06 AM
Coer follows Zeoll and his hunt.
Ooc: First day on new job = small post
DM Rob - "Never shall we die..." d20+14=34 ; Tuesday March 10th, 2015 5:49:06 AM Zeoll assures Engev that a fair trial will be held once the group return.
Magana just shakes her head and laughs, before saying a prayer to Garugl. Brother Engev sighs and patiently asks "You do not think justice can exist in Bonetown? Do you think it foolish to try? Does your Lord Gargul nonchalantly condemn all to the Estates of Unrest, or does he fairly judge people based on their lives to determine their eternity? It is my belief that much like a drop of water in a still pool, justice can spread like a ripple through Bonetown. We just need to to be strong enough to try"
Coer is happy to go with Magana and Zeoll on their hunt. Is it vengeance or justice that all the taurs seek?
The three taurs follow the trail to the west. The blood trail doesn't go in a straight line. It winds and weaves along the streets.
Ahead, a group of men stand directly over the trail of blood kicking dirt around and doing a fairly good job of messing things up. They're having a laugh as they do so, and the approach of the party only draws cheers from the men.
Taurs - Highlight to display spoiler: {Recall earlier that you were told the entire town view the party as unfriendly. Any chance to interfere with you is going to be taken.}
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Terser, Aexana and Jozhur have a different way of thinking. Why pursue those who have fled.
Terser is content to let those who have been captured face a trial. Let justice be done, and let the word spread throughout the town. It draws a smile and a nod from Brother Engev. Terser even goes so far as to propose a kind of tribunal or court system.
Aexana and Jozhur try to diplomatically draw information from one of the rogues. Aexana's words are soft and gentle, promising to sooth some wounds. Jozhur's attempt at diplomacy is along the lines of "tell me what I want and I won't hurt you again". Perhaps they are playing good guard/bad guard?
Two of the rogues - the one with the bloodied lip, and the one with the scar down his cheek - sit quietly. They don't struggle in their bonds and mainly sit with their heads hung low.
The man with the bloodied lip - thanks to Jozhur - remains tight lipped. Perception or Sense Motive DC20 Highlight to display spoiler: {He might not say anything aloud, however his eyes quickly dart to the man with the slicked black hair}
Scar face rogue just snaps back at Jozhur "You're hated in this city, scum! We don't need no extra incentive to come after you. Pfft. Another group will likely be along soon to gut you!"
The third rogue - the man with the slicked black hair - sits there comfortably just smiling to all present. No, not smiling. Smirking. And just to make things a little creepier ... he starts whistling a haunting tune, and ending softly singing a few lines: "Yo, Ho haul together, hoist the colours high Heave ho, thieves and beggars, never shall we die"
It is a song of defiance. A song sung by a man ready to face his end. An extraordinary performance that will stay with you for some time (Perform (Sing): 34!)
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 40 of 51) Tuesday March 10th, 2015 10:56:38 AM
Zeoll sighs. He says in Tauric, "My friends, we are getting nowhere here. Let's return so I can charm the prisoners and find out what they know. Besides, with the town as surly as it is, we are safer staying together."
(Note that Zeoll has no accent speaking Taur, of course.)
Back at the house, Zeoll asks to separate each of the prisoners. He explains to his friends (not to the prisoners) that he intends to charm them and get them talking that way.
Magana (Craig) [HP 60 of 92] [DR 1/-] d20=19 ; Tuesday March 10th, 2015 12:20:32 PM
As Magana follows Zeoll, she can't help but try to get the last word in with Brother Engev. "I would not presume to think that mortals may pass judgement nearly as well as Gargul. Kill all the wicked and let Gargul sort them out is my philosophy!"
After the aborted attempt to follow the fleeing rogues, Magana places herself in a position to watch over the prisoners. She keeps her still-bloody flail in hand to discourage any sneaky escape attempts.
StevenVdB) Aexana Air (M) HP58/58 - AC21/18/16 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 20 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids d20+5=7 ; d20+2=21 ; Tuesday March 10th, 2015 5:47:09 PM
Aex comes closer to the one with the split lip and casts a simple cure light wounds. It will probably make his pain go away and hopefully loosen his tongue a bit... (sense motive 7)
"Your friend over there sings well! Come this should make you feel better again.", as the little Druid heals the man she kneels in front of him to apply some soothing salves and continues talking merrily, " I must say I don't know the crew of the Lionfish too well... When I was visiting the Taur Islands I accidentally bumped into them. You know why I went there?!? Well... I come from Plateau City and I just wanted to see for myself if Taurs ought to be considers Humans or Animals... sometimes I'm still in doubt... but hey keep this between us ok?! See this salve will do you well... I had a herbal shop back in Plateau! Now my daughter is looking after it. But we're off the right topic... I don't know the crew too well so please enlighthen me what they did to wrong this place... why are you all so angry about them?!"
(OOOHH one lucky roll when you need one!! :-) Diplomacy 21! )
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 24 -- HP 65/95] raging AC20, HP 81/111 (25% chance no crit) d20=11 ; Tuesday March 10th, 2015 6:42:12 PM
Terser joins Aexana, wanting to hear these men's take on the events that transpired to see if an understanding can be reach.
Diplomacy aid another - 12
Yel'kno 25/66 HP 23/16/18 AC CMD 25 Tuesday March 10th, 2015 8:51:23 PM
Yel'kno will have stayed behind to help secure the rogues.
(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 24--HP 37/65 d20+7=20 ; d20+11=14 ; Wednesday March 11th, 2015 2:19:44 AM
Saying nothing, Jozhur grabs the man with the slicked-back hair and moves him to another room. Perhaps that will make the others more willing to talk. Jozhur keeps an eye on him, if he begins singing or doing anything the other prisoners may hear, Jozhur will look around for something to gag him with.
-------------- Sense motive: 20 Perception: 14
DM Rob - "Never shall we die..." d20+8=21 ; Wednesday March 11th, 2015 6:19:17 AM
Engev grins at Magana's comments "I can see you are to be my special project"
The taurs eventually return back to the group, unsatisified with how the tracking went. Still, better to call it a day than to further anger the townsfolk.
Zeoll suggests splitting the prisoners up. That way he can charm them privately.
Terser stands by Aex ready to assist her in asking the prisoner a few questions. Aex tends to the one with the split lip, and then, using her female charms, begins to talk nicely to the man.
The man flinches at first, unsure what she intends to do. Her soft touch and softer words are enough to loosen his tongue though. "Some guy was calling in the tavern to come here and get at you guys. Told us all how you'd recovered Annoir's loot, that you were siding with some oppressive god. Did he have it wrong?" he asks
Sense Motive DC20 Highlight to display spoiler: {The man seems genuinely confused and unsure}
Scar-face rogue hasn't been interviewed yet. Tied up in a chair, he continues to look towards his lap and doesn't say a word. Yel'kno and Magana stand before him, keeping an eye on the man and maintaining the silence.
Jozhur has escorted the singing man with the slicked back hair to another room. The captive doesn't struggle, and continues to smile as he takes a seat in the next room.
Jozhur only - Highlight to display spoiler: {Now alone, the man finally starts to speak with Jozhur. "It really is a lovely place you have here. Almost as lovely as that ship of yours. The 'Lionfish', isn't it? Man, to think about what must be happening to your ship whilst you guys waste time here. A real shame" He gives a wink to Jozhur, smirks, and then goes back to his whistling.
Jozhur gets the distinct impression the man might actually be talking truthfully (using your Sense Motive check)}
Magana (Craig) [HP 60 of 92] [DR 1/-] d20+2=9 ; d20=1 ; Wednesday March 11th, 2015 12:16:58 PM
sense motive 9
"Yeah, he had it wrong. On purpose, I'm thinking. Used you for his dirty work."
diplomacy 1 !!!
"Looked for someone gullible, and there you were, ripe for the picking!"
Magana (Craig) [HP 60 of 92] [DR 1/-] Wednesday March 11th, 2015 12:23:24 PM
"We should let him go," Magana says in disgust. "He was just suckered into this fight."
StevenVdB) Aexana Air (M) HP58/58 - AC21/18/16 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 20 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids d20+5=15 ; Wednesday March 11th, 2015 7:28:12 PM
Aex looks at the man as he asks about a so called treasure and most likely Ga'al...
"I'd say that untill provem guilty we're all innocent aren't we?! Apparently this one man's accusations are more reliable than what we say in our defense?!"
The little Gnome lass opens the top of her tunic: "See? There's no such thing as a heartseed there... There's the evidence you're looking for... And I can assure you none of the crew has affiliated with the oppressive deity Ga'al either. However, a war between Gods is at hand... And I'm affraid we mortals will all be puppets in their masterplay. We have witnesses the rise of a false deity Billoopl and were indeed asked by Ga'al to ward off a first attempt of this Billoopl to grasp power... We haven't seen the last of this and we'll all be in the middle...
And as far as this Treasure is concerned... I don't know of such... but if there is I wonder why they made me pay for the last round of drinks at Taur Island! No my good man the Lionfish crew doesn't own such a treasure. Do you think they would be such a scruffy looking rubble if they had??
Oh.. By the way... I'm Aexana... "
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 24 -- HP 65/95] raging AC20, HP 81/111 (25% chance no crit) Wednesday March 11th, 2015 9:46:48 PM
Terser backs up Aexana's arguments. i haven't been with them too long either, but nothing I've seen would indicate that they were rolling in any treasure. If it ever existed, it's probably at the bottom of the sea.
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 40 of 51) d20+28=37 ; d20+4=14 ; d20+4=6 ; d20+4=17 ; d20+4=22 ; Thursday March 12th, 2015 12:50:39 AM
If no one objects, Zeoll will have the non-caster prisonput off alone in a room, blindfolded, tied up, not gagged.
Zeoll reads his Glibness scroll. He has his friends bring him into the room with the prisoner. Friends say, "You'll keep just fine in here with your friend. Now shut up, the both of you, or we'll beat you silent."
Zeoll whispers, disguising his voice by whispering and by being careful to use no words with R sounds:
"Look, I dunno who you might be, but those unmentionables have nasty ways. So keep quiet and talk low like, okay."
Zeoll spins a little tale pretending to be one of the unfriendly types on the street scuffing up the trail, and being captured and brought in.
"But I got some little magic, and I'm gonna do my best to send pals a mental message. You might feel a tickle in the head, but just don't mind it. Stick with me, and I'll get you out of this place when my pals come."
Bluff check on the whole story, with the +20 Glibness bonus: 37.
Then Zeoll casts Charm Person on him. The old liontaur has eight left to cast today, if he uses up all his first and second level sorcerer slots, and the will save DC is base 10+1 level +4 cha +1 Cradled +2 feats = 18. With his Glibness and story, he's hoping to avoid the +5 bonus to saves vs hostile casters.
With any luck, Zeoll will get the guy charmed. Then he can ask questions. He specify that Zeoll NEEDS to know this stuff so that he can convince his friends to get his good friend out safe.
Questions and general stuff: Names of all the attackers. Affiliations with groups, gangs, leaders. What he knows about the heroes, for real and for fake. How he knows it. What's going on with the shipping guild. How did they come to attack the heroes. Zeoll is going to pump him for as much as he can get.
Charm allows opposed Charisma checks to help the charmed person along ... ghere are some: 14, 6, 17, 22.
If this works, and if Zeoll has any more charms left on the day, he'll try the same routine on the other prisoner(s), only using info from the first guy to weave a more compelling story.
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DM Sanity Info
Cleric spells (underlined = cast): 0: guidance, create water, light, stabilize 1: command x2, command, bane, elf vision 2: calm emo, calm emo, hold person, faerie fire
Sorcerer spells: Cast: 2 of 7 1st lvl (Mage Armor, True Strike) Cast: 1 of 4 2nd lvl (Hideous Laughter)
Other Stuff Used: Laughing Touch: used 0 of 7. Channel Energy 1d6: used 1 of 7. Fey Domain Hide Away: used 4 of 7. Meta Rod: used 1 of 3 Used a Tanglefoot Bag
Current effects: Mage Armor 6 hours; Elf Vision 40 min; Taur Try 10 min
(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 24--HP 37/65 Thursday March 12th, 2015 2:08:26 AM
Jozhur calls Yel'kno into the room with him and fills him in on what slick hair has told him. He whispers, "May want to check on the 'Fish. This guy says it's in danger, and I don't think he's lying."
He turns back to slick hair, "Now why would you have told me that? So we all run off and you can escape?"
DM Rob - "Never shall we die..." d20+14=24 ; d20+13=15 ; Thursday March 12th, 2015 4:50:23 AM Aex, Terser and Magana continue to interview the man in the white shirt (who formerly had a split lip). I say interview, as it is much calmer and nicer that a formal interrogation. The man still flinches at any signs of movement, although Aex opening her tunic a little causes the man to look a little quizzical. A woman opening the top of her tunic? There truly is no end to the torture techniques of gnomes.
Magana suspects that this man may have just been a pawn. His gullibility used to draw him in to someone elses plan. Could that be true for the men who were not so lucky to survive this day? Were they too just patsies? Hopefully Gargul will judge them on their lifes deeds and not on this day.
Magana even goes so far as to suggest this man should be released. The man raises his head a little and looks almost pleadingly to her.
Aex is the first to introduce herself. As diplomatic as she is, the utterance of the name 'Ga'al' is enough for the man to turn a little pale.
"I'm Eric" he answers somewhat meekly "the one with the scar on his face in the other room is Miles. Not sure who the other guy is. We were just having a round at the Busty Mermaid - me, Miles and Tylan. That guy came in and just started talking to the room about all the things that you guys had been up to. He was just so convincing. I don't know what happened. One minute we were having a quiet drink and the next we, well, just followed every word he was saying. I just got so swept up with what he was telling me. It was honestly the first time I'd ever heard about some treasure.
I've lived in Bonetown all me life. Can't say I've ever seen him here before."
Eric leans closer to whisper to Aexana "Pretty sure I saw him talking to someone from the Shipping Guild. Couldn't tell you for sure, but I remember seeing that gold ship's wheel logo of theirs"
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'Miles' is left in the other room, guarded by Lew and Karin.
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Jozhur calls Yel'kno into the room and suggests someone may want to check on the Lionfish. The prisoner just keeps whistling his haunting tune and looking quite pleased with himself.
Zeoll though, has a plan to break through the mans defences. He readies his glibness spell and has the prisoner blindfolded (he is already tied to a chair). Once done, Zeoll is brought in under the ruse of being another prisoner.
A very cunning plan. Zeoll is awarded a hero point for such a novel plan!
Zeoll's voice is barely recognizable, and he whispers a few plans to the man.
It's enough for the man to miss a note in his whistling tune, but he continues on nonetheless.
When it comes time for Zeoll to cast the Charm spell, he finds the mans defences are still up, and the spell is resisted.
(OOC: Zeoll - please see your email. Such a thought out plan should not go unrewarded)
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 40 of 51) Thursday March 12th, 2015 7:39:22 AM
Zeoll writes out a note that the blindfolded prisoner canot read. He holds it up for Yel'kno, Jozhur, and anyone else in the room with him and the prisoner:
"Friends, tell the prisoner to shut up and then gag him. Keep him blindfolded. Declare that it is time to divide up the loot. And then ALL leave please!"
Hopefully that will get the prisoner to stop humming and get the room emptied except for him and the prisoner.
Then he can wait a minute, then whisper to the prisoner, "They left. I'm going to give my magic a chance again. Good luck to us."
Then he casts his charm(s).
Once the spell takes, if he gets one to do so, Zeoll comes closer to the prisoner.
"I got a hand out of the bindings. Let me get that gag out," he whispers.
He fumbles with the gag for a while, as if it were not easy to get it out of his mouth. After he ungags the prisoner, he goes ahead with his plan to pump him for information.
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 - HP 40 of 51) Thursday March 12th, 2015 4:17:37 PM
OOC: A few other details hammered out in email with the kindly DM.
StevenVdB) Aexana Air (M) HP58/58 - AC21/18/16 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 20 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Thursday March 12th, 2015 7:46:23 PM
Aex closes up her tunic and looks suspiciously at Eric...
"What are you saying Eric?? Are you saying some one put you under some charm spell to come and fight us? Who would wan to do that... On the other hand we've seen this false deity Billoopl make use of mind affecting enchantments...thank you for your honesty. "
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 24 -- HP 65/95] raging AC20, HP 81/111 (25% chance no crit) Thursday March 12th, 2015 9:22:58 PM
When he is somewhere the prisoners can't hear him...
if this is true that these men were charmed, then it's even more important that we do not hunt down the others involved. The ones that were killed were justified, as they attacked us with deadly force, but some restitution could be made to their families. The others were able to break through the enchantment. Hopefully there are no others going around charming the unknowing into attacking us. Could this be another plot of Billoopl to get rid of us?
Coerator (Mark) -- AC(19/18/16) -- CMD 23 -- HP 87/87 (Ki 1/8) Thursday March 12th, 2015 10:18:35 PM
Coer, who has been brooding quietly in the corner while watching the interrogation, runs upstairs and returns moments later with his gear.
"I will check on the ship. anyone going to join me?"
Magana (Craig) [HP 60 of 92] [DR 1/-] Friday March 13th, 2015 1:05:58 AM
"Restitution? That would imply we did something wrong! I will not contribute to that." She growls in frustration. "I'm going with Coer. I'll leave you to talk yourself into a legal corner!"
(Brock) Jozhur AC21/16/15--CMD 24--HP 37/65 Friday March 13th, 2015 2:29:25 AM
Jozhur makes sure slick hair can't hear him. "It very well could be that this is some plot of Billoopl's. Could be the Elf Bloods or some other group, but they wouldn't be as likely to do something this complex."
"I'll tag along to the 'Fish. Wouldn't want anything to happen to her."
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