Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 / 17 no shield - HP 55) d20+20=35 ; Wednesday July 22nd, 2015 6:29:24 PM
Zeoll distributes coins among the needy (removing 50 gp from my sheet).
Inside, he marvels at the temple, and makes murmurs of appreciation. Inwardly, however, he notes that no arch or dome can compare with the vault of the sky, no lights with the stars of the Queen.
Upon meeting the high priest of Gargul, Zeoll bows and introduces himself (and anyone else who needs someone to speak for them).
When the cleric asks why they think they were sent, the old liontaur responds, "Most rreverrend Crrenshaw, forr the rrest of my life I will rrecall the worrds spoken to us by the Lorrd of Death and Life, as I rrecall otherr things he has said to me in the past."
"I was therre when good Queen Maab rrepented of the sleep into which she cast herr husband; and the Fey King told me he would not buy my favorr, and yet herre I stand, well compensated as his Crradled forr my vote to make him rrepent. Perrhaps he would find it amusing, a feylike trrick."
"I stood among the last to ring the Chaos Bell, and spoke with the Crrones of the South; yourr Lorrd Garrgul was therre too then."
"But please forgive an old taurr his maunderrings. Most rrecently, then, Lorrd Garrgul spoke to us, saying:
"I HEREBY RAISE AEXANA FROM THE GRAVE WITH NO PENALTIES. SHE AND HER COMRADES WILL GO TO MY TEMPLE IN RUM...SOON FOR THEIR BENEFIT. TO WHOM MUCH IS GIVEN, MUCH IS EXPECTED. GO FORTH!"
"What does this mean? Who am I to ponder the mind of a god? But I guess that we have a mission to do, and what you bestow on us now will aid us in that mission."
Diplomacy 35
Magana (Craig) [HP 101 of 101] [DR 1/-] Wednesday July 22nd, 2015 11:45:59 PM
In contrast to the long-winded oratory given by the near senile old liontaur, Magana says simply, "I think I was sent here to serve His will. This I will do, in life or in death."
Rillett (Bradley) HP 78/78 - AC 22/12/20 CMD 19 Thursday July 23rd, 2015 12:02:19 AM
"We are honored by your time and attention Crenshaw. I am Rillett Savenport, and I bring you greetings from Yaas Farril, the High Priest of Gargul at the Temple of Rest in Bonetown. He told me I to seek you out but he did not say why. But from the stories of my new friends here, I think it was to represent our Lord, along with Eye of Gargul Magana, on whatever quest he has chosen for us."
"And so, we are here, hoping that you can tell us why we are here. Also, when we arrived we were told there was a darkness that fell over Rum, and we are interested to know more about that as well."
(Brock) Jozhur AC23/16/17--CMD 24--HP73/73 Thursday July 23rd, 2015 1:18:15 AM
Jozhur waits his turn and speaks up, "This cult god, Biloopl, threatens the Wold and angers Gargul. I would imagine he wants us to continue the fight against Biloopl from here, but it is difficult for a mortal to even comprehend a god's plan."
Rillett (Bradley) HP 78/78 - AC 22/12/20 CMD 19 Thursday July 23rd, 2015 2:21:38 AM
Rillett cannot help but be a bit jealous of the vast resources that allow such a building project.
"It seems that Gargul looks with favor on your work here, and has honored this place with substantial resources. In turn you honor him with this grand temple. Yaas Farril requires most of our meager income go to the poor in Bonetown, and we could only dream of such a place as this. It will truly be a sight to behold when it is finished."
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 25 -- HP 80/109] (25% chance no crit, uncanny dodge) d20+12=28 ; Thursday July 23rd, 2015 1:58:44 PM Perception 28 - checking out the stonework that's going on. Mostly admiring, but will take note of any funny business that may be going on.
Dm Shawn - Rude or Busy Thursday July 23rd, 2015 3:11:07 PM
Crenshaw listens to the others talk, but says nothing the entire time. Cicero looks on waiting for him to speak and finally Crenshaw does.
" Sorry for the terrible wording, but it was a dark day for Rum and the Wold as a whole. Many nights since, I have awoken from dreams and immediately prayed for guidance. What I saw actually scared me, and lead me into more prayer and study on the subject."
"My dreams, for a lack of better word were scary, as well as enlightening." He moves to a bottle of wine on the table, that appears to be used in the rituals of Gargul. He takes a deep swig, and holds the bottle to his lips. The only sound of his throat muscles, gulping more of the liquid is all that can be heard in the quiet room.
"Sorry... I have seen a lot in my time, but this has gotten to a whole new level. Anyway... I had a dream of a rock. The rock was about as wide as my body, and as long as a mans arm. The rock was bathed in flames, surrounded by it. It was half submerged in water, but the flames just boiled the water and didn't put out the flames at all. The water the rock was sitting in, was in a fountain. The fountain was in an amazing, corridor of hallways and rooms that I think I might have been able to lock on to.
I also seen the rock, the stone, whatever it is, being thrown into the Southern Oceans and it started to boil the ocean, killing the fish and creatures of the deep in that area. But it did something else.... it made a god Mortal. It turned Billoopl into a regular person and not some start up, old god. If I know this, then Billoopl knows this. I am sure he is sending loyalists to him, to fetch the rock and get rid of it somehow. If they get rid of it, I believe there is no way to end this madness. If you can make Billoopl mortal, then I think he can be killed and end his reign before it truly starts."
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 25 -- HP 80/109] (25% chance no crit, uncanny dodge) Thursday July 23rd, 2015 5:17:58 PM This is too much power for any mortal to possess. If Billoopl's followers seize this stone, then he could turn any of the other Gods mortal. It is no surprise that Lord Gargul requires this service.
Magana (Craig) [HP 101 of 101] [DR 1/-] Thursday July 23rd, 2015 11:23:20 PM
Magana's jaw drops in amazement. "You are saying that we are to retrieve the burning stone from this fountain and drop it into Biloopl's ocean domain thereby rendering him vulnerable?" She looks at him intently for a few moments then nods. "So be it. Where is this fountain located?"
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 / 17 no shield - HP 55) Thursday July 23rd, 2015 11:56:26 PM
Zeoll nods.
"We will do what needs to be done. But we will need help. Dirrections, maps, materriel, and so on."
(StevenVdB) Aexana Gnome (S) HP65/65 - AC22/18/19 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 18 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Friday July 24th, 2015 8:58:11 AM
Aex listens intently to the dreams or visions that are shared... Looks like we're up for serious trouble... Are we strong enough to fulfill such difficult quest Aex wonders?!
(Brock) Jozhur AC23/16/17--CMD 24--HP73/73 Friday July 24th, 2015 10:59:05 AM
Jozhur listens in amazement. Only a couple years ago he was begging and stealing to get by. Now he finds himself neck deep in a war between gods, with the fate of the Wold in he and his friends' hands.
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 25 -- HP 80/109] (25% chance no crit, uncanny dodge) Friday July 24th, 2015 6:06:46 PM
Terser assures Jozhur that he will be with him every step of the way in this battle for the fate of the Wold. How hard could getting some rock be anyway?
Rillett (Bradley) HP 78/78 - AC 22/12/20 CMD 19 Friday July 24th, 2015 7:18:16 PM
Rillett is excited and terrified at the same time. He'd not ventured beyond Bonetown until this. Now he was plunged into a divine conflict, directed here by his god. His life and his soul is pledged to the god of life and death. How bad could this task be if Gargul commands him to go? Did not Gargul himself choose his travelling companions?
"What have your divinations revealed about where this rock is located? Do you have anything that will aid us on this quest? Will you join us? "
A stone that stripped a god of it's power? What a thought..
"If this is where the pack goes, I will follow."
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 / 17 no shield - HP 55) Friday July 24th, 2015 9:36:10 PM
Zeoll is reminded of the Feystone, an ancient fey artifact from the First Age.
But he waits patiently, silent for now, to hear what the priest of Gargul will say.
Dm Shawn - time to take a trip Friday July 24th, 2015 11:48:01 PM
" Follow me, " he says, as he moves towards another door. " I need to show you something else." Once in the next room, a shallow pool of water sits inside a marble slab. The work is a new addition to the room, and just set up.
Crenshaw moves closer to the pool, and again touches his symbol and mouths some silent words. The pool begins turn and spin, and the water turns different colors. Black water, red water, pink and every other color of the spectrum. The waters turns on itself, flipping and spilling.
" This is the problem I forsee... this is a one way trip as far as I know. I can get you there, but I cannot get you out. That isn't to say there will not present a way out when you get the rock. I mean I am sure Gargul will give you a way out. I don't know what you will be walking into, but I do know you will be doing the work of the gods."
"If you want to prepare beforehand, best do so now. Who knows what you'll be going into."
Magana (Craig) [HP 101 of 101] [DR 1/-] Saturday July 25th, 2015 12:24:42 AM
"I am in need of a holy symbol before we depart. I would be honored if it were even blessed by yourself, if possible, High-Eye Crenshaw."
(StevenVdB) Aexana Gnome (S) HP65/65 - AC22/18/19 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 18 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Sunday July 26th, 2015 5:37:43 PM "A one way trip... hmm... that does not sound very promising Sir. Do we have any idea where we'll end up at the other end of this puddle? You speak of a rock that fell in the water? Are we to re-appear somewhere under water?!? All I have I have on me... there's nothing I own that will make me rise a colossus that will defeat Billoopl and his minions single handed...
So... if this is our path... if this is the path Lord Gargul has layed before my feet than I shal follow it with my head held high. "
Rillett (Bradley) HP 78/78 - AC 22/12/20 CMD 19 Sunday July 26th, 2015 9:20:05 PM "Master Crenshaw, what have your Divination and Commune spells revealed about where this place is, what the conditions are like, and what we will likely encounter there? Is it underwater? Can we teleport into and out of this place? Should we leave immediately, or do you think we have time to take a day to cast Commune ourselves?
"I do not want to delay our trip, but I'm reluctant to go in unprepared when Gargul has given us the resources to divine such things. I'm sure he receives many into his domain for their lack of preparation. But if there is urgency in this mission, then we will go on faith that he has prepared us as much as is needed."
(Brock) Jozhur AC23/16/17--CMD 24--HP73/73 Sunday July 26th, 2015 10:11:16 PM
Jozhur digs through his pack and Bag of Holding and shrugs.
"Hrmm, should've grabbed some random potions while I was in the Catacombs. Oh well, I'm ready, unless we get more details about where we are going and what we'll be up against."
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 / 17 no shield - HP 55) Sunday July 26th, 2015 11:01:15 PM
Zeoll looks at Aexana. "They say the God of Death and Life offers no free gifts. We bought yourr life back, and this is the prrice. I forr one am most glad to pay it."
The old liontaur offers Aexana a hand in friendship.
Then he turns to the high priest. "Sirr, yourr god said to us, as I have quoted, ""I HEREBY RAISE AEXANA FROM THE GRAVE WITH NO PENALTIES. SHE AND HER COMRADES WILL GO TO MY TEMPLE IN RUM...SOON FOR THEIR BENEFIT. TO WHOM MUCH IS GIVEN, MUCH IS EXPECTED. GO FORTH!"
"What is the benefit to us in this situation? Does Lorrd Garrgul not intend forr you to bestow upon us something forr ourr benefit? He said much was given to us. Did he mean only the life of ourr frriend? He said, 'without penalties,' but without yourr substantive help orr blessing, it sounds to me like the penalty is a one-way mission."
"At least, a scrroll of Greater Teleport or Plane Shift might get us home, if you have one at hand."
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Regardless, Zeoll has already cast his Mage Armor spells and an extended Command today. He also casts his Elf Vision before embarking on this new quest.
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DM Sanity Info
Cleric spells (underlined = cast): 0: guidance, create water, light, mending 1: command, command x3, bane, elf vision 2: calm emo x2, hold person, faerie fire 3: prayer, sum mon III, glibness
Sorcerer spells: Cast: 3 of 8 1st lvl (Mage Armor x3) Cast: 0 of 5 2nd lvl
Other Stuff Used: Laughing Touch: used 0 of 8. Channel Energy 1d6: used 0 of 8. Fey Domain Hide Away: used 0 of 8. Meta Rod: used 1 of 3
Current effects cast/activated by Zeoll: Mage Armor 6 hours (Zeoll, Hashamon, Aexana)
"It's possible that the information on how to strip Bilapool of his immortality might have been the benefit, Zeoll. "
(StevenVdB) Aexana Gnome (S) HP65/65 - AC22/18/19 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 18 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Monday July 27th, 2015 5:02:58 PM
A bit overwhelmed from Zeoll's speach Aex puts her small hand in zeoll's and awaits the High Priest's answer...
Dm Shawn - time to take a trip Monday July 27th, 2015 6:41:04 PM
Crenshaw snaps the leather necklace off his own neck, and hands the symbol over to Magana.
Looking to Rillet and Aexana, Crenshaw just shrugs. " My spells, along with anyone elses cannot pry into the unknown area. I don't know if it is to strong, or I am not strong enough. "
" Master Zeoll If i had a means of teleportation or other travel, do you think I would tell you it was a one way trip? I myself have no gifts to bestow on you, though it seems life is a good enough gift right? Perhaps your Taur friend has the right idea? Who knows. I just know in my dreams and visions, someone was sent in to find the stone. By Gargul's blessings, it seems to be you."
Rillett (Bradley) HP 78/78 - AC 22/12/20 CMD 19 d20+20=36 ; Monday July 27th, 2015 11:33:48 PM
Rillett frowns at this priest's impatient and somewhat rude behavior. He doesn't know how things are in Rum, but in Bonetown his mentor Yaas Farril taught him to treat people respectfully and to take care of the poor. We certainly did not spend all our resources on an earthly temple while the poor are left huddled on the steps.
Rillett has observed Crenshaw long enough to use Probe Psyche. He is successful, discerning the priest's alignment and fully understanding his personality. Perhaps he has judged him prematurely.
"Master Crenshsaw, may I have a place of quiet to prepare my spells? And could you also spare an acolyte to guide my friends to the Catacombs should there be items they wish to purchase in preparation for our task?
"Tersor, Zeoll, or Magana - are you able to mend that holy symbol so that Magana may wear it?
"Also, can anyone think of a container we can bring that will contain this flaming rock?"
------------ Sense Motive 36, beating the DC 30.
Spells and Abilities, after praying for fill some open spell slots:
0 (DC16): Create Water, Guidance, Detect Magic, Detect Posion 1 (DC17): Longstrider (D), Bless, Command, Command, Detect Evil, Protection from Evil, Shield of Faith 2 (DC18): See Invisible (D), Calm Emotions, Deeper Insight, Delay Poison, Hold Person, Spiritual Weapon, Resist Energy 3 (DC19): Divination(D), Blindness/Deafness, Dispel Magic, Prayer, Searing Light 4 (DC20): Dimension Door (D), Air Walk, Freedom of Movement, Summon Monster IV 5 (DC21): Teleport (D), Wall of Stone, Plane Shift
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 25 -- HP 80/109] (25% chance no crit, uncanny dodge) Tuesday July 28th, 2015 12:51:22 AM
Ooc: sorry, been dealing with water heater and garage flooding all day.
As far as repairing the leather thong, all Terser can do is re-tie it around Magana's neck, if he could even reach that high.
If they're going to take a trip to the catacombs, perhaps he could buy himself a shield that will defend him on its own. He wonders if that sort of thing available?
(Brock) Jozhur AC23/16/17--CMD 24--HP73/73 Tuesday July 28th, 2015 2:09:16 AM
"Think a bag of holding would work? How big is it?"
If the others make a trip to the catacombs, Jozhur will tag along to browse.
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 / 17 no shield - HP 55) Tuesday July 28th, 2015 9:57:23 AM
Zeoll peers over the top of his spectacles at the broken cord. He casts a mending cantrip on the strand to repair it for use with the holy symbol.
He nods to Rillet but prefers not to insult the high priest of Gargul in Gargul's newest shiny sanctuary. He also does not want to hurt Magana's feelings. Still, his swishing tail unconsciously signals his agreement, however, as another Taur might perceive.
The old liontaur is ready to enter the portal. If he must wait for friends to make a Catacombs visit, he tells any who wish to listen the story of Gargullus and the Feystone. [Get +2 on your first save of the day. Who's in for that? Plus it amuses him to tell a true story in this place, as witnessed by himself, of the ancient past when Gargul was mortal and evil.]
Hashamon stands by Zeoll, not in a large hurry to be whisked away.
Times like these, he really missed his island grove.
Magana (Craig) [HP 101 of 101] [DR 1/-] Tuesday July 28th, 2015 4:31:39 PM
Magana accepts the holy symbol from Crenshaw with surprise and respect clearly evident on her face. She drops to one knee before the priest and says, "I am deeply honored to wear your own symbol of our Lord. I swear to be worthy of your trust."
She takes her coin purse from a pocket (contains 50 gold) and hands it to Creshaw. "Please take this small token in return and put it to work in His name."
She stands again, addressing the party. "We can bring a special container for the stone if you think it is wise, but I will put my trust in Gargul. I have faith that I will be able to carry the stone in His name without harm."
She ties the Symbol about her neck, trusting it to fit. If it does not, she ties it around her wrist such that it will dangle into her hand if needed.
(StevenVdB) Aexana Gnome (S) HP65/65 - AC22/18/19 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 18 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Tuesday July 28th, 2015 6:39:42 PM
Aexana casts a puzzeld look at the High Priest... this wasn't exactly the answer she was hoping for...
"Well then... it seems Lord Gargul wants us to find out what is to be found on the other side... whatever it is we encounter my friends... stay together. It's our best chance of survival. Once we know where we are we can cast a couple of spells to protect ourselves if needed...
Who leads the way?", Aex asks, hoping she will not be appointed as 'volounteer'
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 25 -- HP 80/109] (25% chance no crit, uncanny dodge) Tuesday July 28th, 2015 9:19:34 PM As I don't think there is anything to worry about on this side of the portal, Magana and I should go first. As well as someone who can cast a Sending spell, who can call back if something goes amiss.
Dm Shawn - time to take a trip Tuesday July 28th, 2015 10:05:20 PM
Crenshaw waves his hand at Magana letting her know it is unnecessary to offer any coin.
Turning to Rillet. " You have acess to the alter and church proper. As for a guide, I dont think you have time to head to the catacombs. Rillet can sense the man is Nuetral as they come.
"If you are as ready as you believe you are. I think it wise to head over."
Ooc: Sorry.for the short late post. Fell asleep after work due to a migraine. Day 3 of sorts.
DM Rob - "I don't think there is anything to worry about on this side of the portal" Tuesday July 28th, 2015 10:47:46 PM
Crenshaw gestures towards the swirling waters, and then stops "Will you be taking the other one with you? He said he was told to come here as well?"
Seeing the puzzled looks, Crenshaw nods towards an alcove covered by a translucent red curtain.
As for delaying too much, Crenshaw reminds the group that he has had these visions for several days now. And as he said, if servants of Gargul have had this vision then it is probable that servants of Billoopl have also had it. Delaying any further might give them a greater headstart than they may already have had.
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Terser - Knowl Arcana DC20 or Spellcraft DC20 - Highlight to display spoiler: {You recall that the Sending spell does sometimes have a fail chance if the recipients are on another plane}
Not much time has passed since the group arrived. Rillet's stomach starts to growl, signalling that it might almost be lunch time
---------- OOC: As a Catacombs staffer, I can offer to complete any CC transactions provided they are made within the next 24hrs. After that, the module will likely get into full swing
Ecthelion Lissuel (Ian) Tuesday July 28th, 2015 11:10:23 PM
The man behind the curtain grimaces. Well, I suppose that would be my queue. Rising slowly as his robes gather up around him, the figure steps out into the temple to face the group. Despite the hood over his face, you can tell this person is a drow, standing rather tall and with an air of grace. "Greetings. I am Ecthelion Lissuel, cleric of Gargul. I believe you could all use some... help in the current matter."
The drow's eyes dart back and forth, his eyes resting on certain members of the crew, before he pulls his hood up further over his face. "We should make haste. Time is of the essence."
Rillett (Bradley) HP 78/78 - AC 22/12/20 CMD 19 Tuesday July 28th, 2015 11:13:57 PM "I think Aexana has the right of it. Stay together and figure it out when we get there. Terser's suggestion is good - Magana and Terser in first, but I have no sending spell. Magana's faith is strong, and I trust her instincts. We will all go together and trust that Gargul did not send you all back from his realm only to see you again so soon. But first, a blessing."
Rillett will mutter a blessing on each, with a side glance at Crenshaw. One might have thought he would send us off with some sort of blessing like a Hero's Feast. Rillett will cut him some slack - the priest looks like he has a headache.
Rillett smiles at our rogue. "Ready Cap'n Jozhur?"
Turning to Crenshaw, he will say, "Master Crenshaw - I think we are ready to proceed."
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Rillett will cast Guidance on all, ending with Terser and Magana so it will last longest on them. +1 competence bonus for one round on a single attack, save or skill check.
Spells and Abilities:
0 (DC16): Create Water, Guidance, Detect Magic, Detect Posion 1 (DC17): Longstrider (D), Bless, Command, Command, Detect Evil, Protection from Evil, Shield of Faith 2 (DC18): See Invisible (D), Calm Emotions, Deeper Insight, Delay Poison, Hold Person, Spiritual Weapon, Resist Energy 3 (DC19): Divination(D), Blindness/Deafness, Dispel Magic, Prayer, Searing Light 4 (DC20): Dimension Door (D), Air Walk, Freedom of Movement, Summon Monster IV 5 (DC21): Teleport (D), Wall of Stone, Plane Shift
Rillett (Bradley) HP 78/78 - AC 22/12/20 CMD 19 d20+20=40 ; Tuesday July 28th, 2015 11:24:08 PM
Rillett now notices this new person, and reconsiders his prior post, er, I mean his prior intent. This temple has him a bit on edge, and a drow stepping from the shadows announcing he will join us is ... not usual.
"Any help is appreciated, but will you take a minute to tell us who you are and why you are here."
After a minute's conversation, Rillett will use Probe Psyche to determine his alignment and intent. Sense Motive 40 is a success in this.
(Brock) Jozhur AC23/16/17--CMD 24--HP73/73 Wednesday July 29th, 2015 1:40:37 AM
Jozhur rummages through his things for a moment, "Best be a bit better prepared, I'm going to grab a few potions quick. I'll be right back!'
He sprints out of the temple, drawing quite a few stares from the people loitering outside. He heads straight for the Catacombs, not wanting to hold up what Gargul has in store for them.
Magana (Craig) [HP 101 of 101] [DR 1/-] Wednesday July 29th, 2015 3:07:13 AM
Magana greets the drow without reservation. "Welcome Estel.... Ethyl... Ectili... umm... Do you mind if I call you 'Ex'?"
"I can't cast sending, but I'm as good on the hunt as anyone else. I'll step through with you."
(StevenVdB) Aexana Gnome (S) HP65/65 - AC22/18/19 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 18 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids d20+5=25 ; Wednesday July 29th, 2015 1:50:11 PM
Aex was ready to enter the portal when the High Priest introduces someone else...
"Well met Master Ecthelion... What is your purpose of joinging us to this unknown destination where probably nothing but dire peril awaits us... or are you here to check on us for Lord Gargul?!" (sense motive 25 - nat 20)
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 / 17 no shield - HP 55) d20+22=31 ; d20+10=18 ; Wednesday July 29th, 2015 3:18:31 PM
Zeoll watches the newcomer intently. He looks at the details he can see ... Perception 31.
The old liontaur sniffs discreetly. Is there any smell he has smelled before about the newcomer?
He listens to what he says and tries to get a hunch ... Sense Motive 18.
There's something about this drow? Maybe ...
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 25 -- HP 80/109] (25% chance no crit, uncanny dodge) d20=15 ; Wednesday July 29th, 2015 4:46:44 PM
Terser thinks about the little magic he's familiar with, and it only serves to remind him how little he really does understand. spellcraft 15 - fail Oh well.
This journey has thrown many strange people into his path and acquaintance-ship, and he does his best to approach it as his buddy Sam would have. A friendly smile, even coming from a face such as his, does much to make a newcomer welcome. And if Gargul has willed him to join us, who is a mere dwarf to argue? He will prove himself friend or foe soon enough, and no use judging him until he does.
ooc: good to have you back =D
(StevenVdB) Aexana Gnome (S) HP65/65 - AC22/18/19 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 18 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Wednesday July 29th, 2015 5:20:51 PM
While they wait Aex notices Jozhur made a quick visit to the catacombs. She takes him aside and says:
"Jozhur, don't forget I can make those potions practically for free... I just need some time to find the herbs. Look here... these are the potions I made during out trip here..
"Of course this would never do if we all get affected by the same illness but let's just not expect such doom scenarios right..."
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 / 17 no shield - HP 55) Wednesday July 29th, 2015 6:01:05 PM
Zeoll asks Aexana if she has any nice liniment. "Oh, my lumbago has been bad these cool morrnings!"
Ecthelion Lissuel (Ian) Wednesday July 29th, 2015 7:00:37 PM
The drow shrinks a bit at the questions. "My apologies if I was a bit forward. I am a follower of Gargul. I received a vision from his assistant, Gimp, telling me to come here. I have been informed on the... situation. And I wish to lend my aid. I am quite learned in both styles of magic, arcane and divine. My skills can be applied to almost any situation."
"You may call me whatever you like, Miss Magana - Ex seems like an appropriate monkier."
Again, the drow seems to shrink as Zeoll looks him over. He smells vaguely of seasalt, as if he as spent much of his time on a boat. Strangest of all, his skin seems to be slimy, almost... translucent.
"I am not here to check in, per se - just to lend a hand. Please, think of me as just another member of your crew."
ooc - Glad to be back everyone! I'm working on my character sheet right now, hopefully it will be done later tonight!
Ecthelion Lissuel (HP 31/31 12/12/11) Wednesday July 29th, 2015 9:54:32 PM
ooc - testing header... let's see if I remember how to do this.
DM Rob - "I don't think there is anything to worry about on this side of the portal" Thursday July 30th, 2015 12:29:27 AM OOC: DM post coming shortly, just awaiting an answer on something
(Brock) Jozhur AC23/16/17--CMD 24--HP73/73 Thursday July 30th, 2015 1:38:49 AM
Jozhur runs back in from his trip to the Catacombs. "Oh, that's a lot of potions, didn't realize you had made so many. Oh well, that much more prepared I guess."
He looks "Ecthelion" up and down. No, that's impossible...
DM Rob - "Oh, my lumbago has been bad these cool morrnings" Thursday July 30th, 2015 3:09:20 AM
The curtain is pulled back to show a rather tall drow - Ecthelion. As with Crenshaw, he expresses that time is of the essence.
There is a mixture of greetings and suspicion for the newcomer. The perceptive of you notice that he is a surface drow, the distant cousins of the underwold drow.
Rillet has a pleasant chat with the man for a minute before 'probing' him. His psyche, that is. (OOC: Awaiting an email from Ian before I can reveal what the probe found out)
Jozhur and Zeoll consider the man for a while. There is a hint of something familiar about him. Maybe...
Terser thinks back to Sam (Ah Sam, where in the Wold would you be now?). The gnome was always good with people, and Terser tries to take a leaf from Sam's book, greeting the newcomer with a smile.
Aex questions what Ecthelion would be here for. Why here? Why now? Ecthelion explains that he knows little more than the party - perhaps even less. But as a follower of Great Gargul, when Gimp directs you to go somewhere, you go!
Ecthelion is certainly pleasant enough, even allowing Magana to call him whatever name she wish. Of course, most people allow Magana to call them whatever she chooses!
Aex and Jozhur also discuss some preparatory potions - just in case. Aex is well stocked for a number of contingencies. Linotaur-lumbago may not be one of them, to Zeoll's detriment.
Hash looks the newcomer up and down, yet remains quiet. He is intently focused on the task ahead of them - stepping into/through this mysterious vortex and to wherever it may lead. He volunteers to be one of the first to proceed.
Are there any further preparations to be made? Will the party venture onwards, and if so, in any particular order? Is Tula to remain in charge of the Lionfish until your return?
Magana (Craig) [HP 101 of 101] [DR 1/-] Thursday July 30th, 2015 10:18:04 AM
Magana will step through first, flail in hand, once the party is ready.
Hash moves through after Magana, hoping this doesn't turn out for the worst.
(Brock) Jozhur AC23/16/17--CMD 24--HP73/73 Thursday July 30th, 2015 12:14:21 PM
Jozhur turns to Crenshaw, Couple of favors to ask of you. The Harbormaster gave us a very short stay in port. Please see that the Lionfish can stay docked for as long as we need, he didn't believe we were sent here by a god. Also, go to the Lionfish and let the crew know we may be gone for awhile."
Unless Crenshaw says something that warrants a response, Jozhur will follow after Hash.
Tula will be in charge of the Fish, as usual.
Zeoll (Cayzle) (AC24 / 17 no shield - HP 55) d20+20=34 Thursday July 30th, 2015 2:01:46 PM
Zeoll casts a look at the newcomer. "Well, 'Ecthelion,' be at ease among us. A perrson's counsel, and his secrrets, arre his own."
Then he overhears Jozhur.
"Captain Jozhurr, you arre wise! I have hearrd tales of trravelling thrrough dimensions and rreturrning weeks or months laterr."
The old liontaur turns to the priest. "I'm surre the venerrable Crrenshaw will make arrrangementsforr ourr ship and crrew while we arre on Lorrd Garrgul's worrk?" He awaits confirmation before stepping through the portal. Diplomacy 34
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OOC: Was there time (while others were shopping) for tale-telling and receiving Eberyon's blessing? The +2 for stories about the fey king? Needs two hours.
Terser (Warren G) [22/13/19 -- CMD 25 -- HP 80/109] (25% chance no crit, uncanny dodge) Thursday July 30th, 2015 2:22:23 PM
Terser is as ready as he will ever be, and gamely follows through the portal, ready to face whatever may come.
Rillett (Bradley) HP 78/78 - AC 22/12/20 CMD 19 Thursday July 30th, 2015 2:29:15 PM
Assuming the result of Rillett's divination on Ecthelion reveals nothing inconsistent with his assertion to represent Gargul, he will say, "Welcome Ecthelion. It is a great encouragement that you are here. I am also a cleric of Gargul. Assuming Gargul has brought our paths together for the forseeable future, perhaps we can coordinate on spells."
To everyone, "I have prepared a Breath of Life Scroll. Should the need arise you will have but moments to use it and you should all know where it is." Rillett will tell them how to find it on his person. He will also share what potions, scrolls and items he carries. Feel free to check his character sheet on this - there may be a resource you need if Rillett is out of comission."
Rillett will step through the portal.
------------------------------ Spells Running: Status on Magana, Johzur, and Aexana (extended from the night before), Longstrider (extended from the night before)
Spells/abilities available:
0 (DC16): Create Water, Guidance, Detect Magic, Detect Posion 1 (DC17): Longstrider (D), Bless, Command, Command, Detect Evil, Protection from Evil, Shield of Faith 2 (DC18): See Invisible (D), Calm Emotions, Deeper Insight, Delay Poison, Hold Person, Spiritual Weapon, Resist Energy 3 (DC19): Divination(D), Blindness/Deafness, Dispel Magic, Prayer, Searing Light 4 (DC20): Dimension Door (D), Air Walk, Freedom of Movement, Summon Monster IV 5 (DC21): Teleport (D), Wall of Stone, Plane Shift
Ecthelion Lissuel (HP 31/31 12/12/11) Thursday July 30th, 2015 3:28:03 PM
RIllett's Probe Psyche ability reveals that Ecthelion is NG, a good-hearted man indeed. But beneath that lies a great deal of conflict regarding his heritage, or perhaps something more personal. The drow stares at his fellow cleric as he does this, offering no defense to the investigation. "Well met. I certainly hope that I am here for some time. We will have to pray in the morning... after I've prepared my other spells, of course."
"But before we go forward..." Ex glances at Crenshaw before continuing. "High-Eye Crenshaw has told me of his vision. The stone we seek may not be so obvious to be as large, flaming stone - or perhaps even so literal. Let us approach this problem with open minds. Such a powerful artifact will certainly have defenses around it."
Gesturing to his multiple scroll cases, Ex echoes his fellow cleric's sentiments, saying, "I have prepared many healing scrolls, as well as some others. Please, feel free to help yourselves should I fall."
ooc - Multiple scrolls of CMW, Lesser Restoration, Haste, Fly. Arcane and Divine.
Ecthelion (HP 31/31 12/12/11) Thursday July 30th, 2015 3:54:12 PM "Oh, I almost forgot..."
Looking over his shoulder, Ecthelion calls out, "Murph! We'll be departing soon, come join us!" From behind the curtain that the drow just emerged from comes a small goblin-like creature with wings descending from its thin arms. Its ears and nose are pointed while its skin is a mottled grey and brown - although you cannot tell exactly what is skin and what seems to be a thin layer of dirt on the creature.
"Yes, yes, I'm here, do you really think I'd let you leave me behind?"
Ignoring the creature's comment, Ecthelion gestures to it. "Friends, this is my familiar, Murph. He is a dust mephit I had the luck of meeting in my travels. I have found him to be quite helpful in many situations."
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Cayzle Comments: Edited to fix link and formatting. FWIW, the Wold has a character limit on headers, after which it breaks. When I want to put two long links in my header, I solve the problem by using a URL shortner, like bit.ly, and using the shortened links in my header.
(StevenVdB) Aexana Gnome (S) HP65/65 - AC22/18/19 - +4 vs Giant - CMD 18 - +1 vs Lizards & Goblinoids Thursday July 30th, 2015 6:15:00 PM "Zeoll my friend... I'm terribly sorry... potions might bring some cure, ointments can bring some pail releaf... but old age no potion can solve..."
With a hint of a smile curling around Aex's lips the little Gnome turns her face away from the Liontaur paying attention to what Ecthelion has to say. Or Ex as he is named for short it seems.
"Well then Master Ecthelion it seems like us you where also brought here and this portal also clearly awaits your entry... oh hello Murph! Well met!". Aex's clearly intrigued by the lovely creature.
"Ok... lead the way! Short ones stay in the center!" Aexana jokes as she prepares to go in 4th or 5th...
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