Rowhouses --- Jim C Thursday March 22nd, 2012 6:05:30 PM
The group sets off for the address given to them by Ed. Once it's learned that it's another one of a set of rowhouses much like most in Hook City, Zeoll goes to work. First he observes the birds and see's a falcon kill a pigeon in midair and carry it off. With that tidbit of info, he takes Beltrin and Yondrim with him as he goes door to door asking about the inhabitant of the address they were given. All he finds out after three hours is that the lady that lives there is very quiet, never bothers anyone and never has any callers. As the hours pass by during his interviews, nothing happens on the lane in question as the rest of the group stake it out. Smoke from nearby chimneys puff here and there--probably getting ready to cook the evening meal, or in the case of Halflings, supper, which is just two hours before dinner.
Zeoll returns to share his findings, which are meager, and the lane remains quiet except for a few travelers who do not stop at any of the doors along the lane.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 1 hr remaining Thursday March 22nd, 2012 7:59:09 PM
"Well, we could stake it out, but if their neighbors say they're quiet and rarely have visitors it's unlikely we'll learn much in a few hours. Who's for just knocking and asking some questions?"
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Thursday March 22nd, 2012 8:54:32 PM "Either we're following a false trail, or our quarry is very good at hiding himself. Perhaps knocking is the best course of action now...."
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Thursday March 22nd, 2012 10:11:03 PM "I'm not surprized that nothing's occured in three hours. A good stakeout is no less than 24 hours, and a bag of donuts," Alexi quips.
"Interesting to know that a lady lives here. Yet I was under the impression that the one that left the address with Ed was not a lady. If no one has seen anyone but a lady here, yet someone else is handing out this address nilly-willy, then the address is a decoy, or something is fishy about this lady."
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Friday March 23rd, 2012 10:04:24 AM
"I think knocking would be our best choice. This does not look to be an area accustomed to violence and we should try to keep it take way."
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Friday March 23rd, 2012 5:07:11 PM
Well, Zeoll is not convinced that knocking on the door is the best answer, and usually he is in favor of being the one to knock, but since he is flying and invisible, he figures he has an opportunity.
So no dilly dallying!
If someone else goes to knock on the door, Zeoll will fly up to peek in the windows. He also keeps back enough so he can keep the door in sight and see who answers it.
DM Sanity Info:
Active Spells: Heroism, Fly, Invisibility
Cradled Spells (underlined = cast): 0 level: Silent Image, Faerie Fire 1st level: Deep Sleep, Heroism, Suggestion, Locate Object; Comp Lang 2nd level: Divination, Hold Person; Memory Lapse
Bard Spells: Level 1: 1 of 6 cast (Hid Laugh) Level 2: 2 of 4 cast (Calm Emo, Caco Call)
Bard Performance: used 0 of 17 rounds Bard Lore: used 1 of 1 Natural Divination: used 1 of 2 (1 for saves, 1 for skills (used)) Memory Subdomain recall attempts: used 2 of 9
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Friday March 23rd, 2012 5:13:45 PM
Bosk nods. I can't think of any option better than knocking at this time.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Friday March 23rd, 2012 7:10:44 PM "A neighborhood not accustomed to violence has been the norm for us and all we have to show for it is one slaughter after another. Why should this neighborhood get any better treatment? But knock away anyway. At least we can say we followed our standard procedures. While we knock and distract the occupants, Zeol can go peeking in the windows."
When given the signal that Zeol is ready, and everyone else is ready, Alexi gives the door several hard, loud raps.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Friday March 23rd, 2012 9:16:45 PM
The rogue looks over the building. Agreed, though my guess is that a very quiet lady is going to answer the door, I'd be prepared to check her motives when she tells us she's never heard of the guy we are looking for.
1187 Hunterwasser --- Jim C Saturday March 24th, 2012 1:45:13 AM
Rapping loudly on the door, Alexi hears nothing in response. There are no exterior windows to the lane and after waiting some time, nothing happens.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Saturday March 24th, 2012 11:10:56 AM
ooc: Do none of the houses have exterior windows to the lane, or is this house an exception?
DM Jim: There are none on the ground floor. Those above are shuttered.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 1 hr remaining Saturday March 24th, 2012 2:56:49 PM
"I wonder if there's a back door?" Restlin asks aloud, hoping their invisible, flying liontaur will go check it out.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Saturday March 24th, 2012 8:31:25 PM
OOC: all houses we've been too have an exterior wall that encloses a courtyard then the house on the other side. Is this one like that or is this door Alexi just knocked on the actual front door to the house proper?
Dm Jim: This doesn't look like the rich part of town where there is a courtyard and you can see a sloped roofline above.
Zane Stormfront AC 26 CMD 22 HP 48/50 d20+8=26 ; d20+11=22 ; Sunday March 25th, 2012 10:50:17 PM
Zane tries to help out the others, but as they said, a taur going unnoticed in a city is not a common occurrence. He always tries to go unnoticed, and sometimes he succeeds even while being a taur. He heads around the back of the house as quiet as he can....
Stealth 26 Perception 22
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Monday March 26th, 2012 1:08:38 AM
Bosk looks at the building and wonder's if the Assassin is taunting them by staying at a place on "Hunter road. If we're out of ideas I can cast detect magic and use my pearl of power to recall detect evil and cast that again. Hopefully the results will be more pleasant than the last time. Just remember that casting these spells will make out presence a bit obvious.
ooc: If cast, Bosk will make sure no one is around to get offended or misinterpret his actions :)
1187 Hunterwasser --- Jim C Monday March 26th, 2012 1:24:01 AM
Zane goes to check it out and comes back later and shares that there is no backdoor, just another residence. Memories of De Rais pop up, but looking at this neighborhood, one would suspect that this is a simple two story, two bedroom rowhouse for a middle-class citizen.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Monday March 26th, 2012 8:33:08 AM
A grim image flashes through Beriothian's mind You know, there is chance that anyone living here was killed by the same maniac. Does anyone have a sense of small keen enough that they would be able to detect the stench of a dead body from out here?
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Monday March 26th, 2012 10:15:34 AM
OOC: Alexi does not have a sense of small. Anyone else? :) Maybe a hafling? or a Sprite? Brownie? Pixie?
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 1 hr remaining Monday March 26th, 2012 3:22:29 PM
Restlin decides to try and open the door.
He does so with little to know warning, deciding he'd rather not get talked out of it. He will, however, stand to the side lest anything come rushing out.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Monday March 26th, 2012 3:49:19 PM
Since there seems to be no way in other than the door, Zeoll lands urges his friends to open the door.
1187 Hunterwasser --- Jim C Monday March 26th, 2012 6:58:22 PM
The door is locked.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 1 hr remaining Monday March 26th, 2012 9:24:49 PM
"Beri, teach this door a lesson about keeping the Iron Adventurers from using it."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 d20+12=19 ; Tuesday March 27th, 2012 12:29:33 AM
Beriothian gives the door a once-over to look for traps and to judge the quality of the lock.
perception = 19 (aid another would be nice about now *wink* *wink)
ooc: I'll pick the lock if that's what the group wants, but can we get a ruling as to whether this would be covered by our letter
DM Jim: unless you want to go find Inspector Aulander and ask him, you're going to have to go on what little info you've already been given.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Tuesday March 27th, 2012 8:40:58 AM
"Go ahead, Berri! Unlock the doorr!"
Zeoll uses a bardic Inspire Competence to give Beri a +2 on his unlocking check.
He sings, "Pick, pick, pick the lock behind which waits the assassin!"
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Tuesday March 27th, 2012 1:15:21 PM
Yondrim waits to see what happens, humming along to Zeoll's demonstration of his awesome songsmith abilities.
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Tuesday March 27th, 2012 2:51:45 PM
ooc: How loud is Zeoll's song? If it is as loud or louder than a spell, then Bosk will cast detect evil while the lock is being picked.
Zane Stormfront AC 26 CMD 22 HP 48/50 Tuesday March 27th, 2012 5:45:48 PM "We can always use the alternative method of picking a lock...." With having said that, Zane awaits some one to say no....
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Tuesday March 27th, 2012 8:30:19 PM "Where's a good lock-pick when you need one...." Alexi mumbles.
"A Knock spell would be more appropriate. Anyone know it?
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Wednesday March 28th, 2012 1:14:28 AM "Unfortunately, I don't know that spell, nor do I have any knowledge of the inner workings of locks." Unable to help his friends bypass the door without damaging it, and sure that other members of the group can force the door more effectively, Beltrin waits to hear from Zeoll whether he sees anything of interest through the windows.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Wednesday March 28th, 2012 6:01:10 AM
Zeoll reports that there are no windows, right, kindly DM Jim?
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 d20+20=26 ; Wednesday March 28th, 2012 8:18:04 AM
With the groups thinking this is the best way to go Beriothian gets to work on the lock.
disable device= d20+20=26 ;
1187 Hunterwasser --- Jim C Wednesday March 28th, 2012 12:11:50 PM
With a small click and no trap being triggered, which may totally multilate Beri, the door is unlocked. Inside there is a hallway with a door to the left, more than likely a quarter-bath, a doorway to the right that more than likely leads to the kitchen and at the end of the short hallway, the living room. Of particular note is a ladies foot sticking out of the kitchen doorway at floor level.
Zane Stormfront AC 26 CMD 22 HP 48/50 Wednesday March 28th, 2012 5:32:58 PM "Well, that doesn't look like a promising continuation of our investigation."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 1 hr remaining Wednesday March 28th, 2012 7:46:56 PM
"The walls aren't covered in blood. This is a step in the right direction..." Restlin peeks his head in. Seeing nothing alarming other than a woman's foot, he steps in and checks it out.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) d20+14=20 ; Wednesday March 28th, 2012 8:01:51 PM
Zeoll says, "Hold on!" since he is still flying and invisible, he floats over to check things out.
His perception check is a 20. He flares his nostrils to see if he smells any creatures nearby. He advances to the fallen lady and looks around.
DM Sanity Info:
Active Spells: Heroism, Fly, Invisibility
Cradled Spells (underlined = cast): 0 level: Silent Image, Faerie Fire 1st level: Deep Sleep, Heroism, Suggestion, Locate Object; Comp Lang 2nd level: Divination, Hold Person; Memory Lapse
Bard Spells: Level 1: 1 of 6 cast (Hid Laugh) Level 2: 2 of 4 cast (Calm Emo, Caco Call)
Bard Performance: used 0 of 17 rounds Bard Lore: used 1 of 1 Natural Divination: used 1 of 2 (1 for saves, 1 for skills (used)) Memory Subdomain recall attempts: used 2 of 9
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells d20+9=21 ; Wednesday March 28th, 2012 10:02:21 PM
After botching up the previous crime scene, Beltrin is more than happy to let Zeoll lead the way since he has no need to touch the ground. He takes a careful look around, hoping to catch anything that may give a clue as to the inhabitants.
Perception: 21
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Wednesday March 28th, 2012 10:42:34 PM
Alexi notes the leg protruding from the other room. "At this rate, we will have no friends left and black-balled by every citizen of this here peaceful town and forced to spend our time shut up in the tower."
Alexi waits for Zeol's recon sweep.
1187 Hunterwasser --- Jim C Thursday March 29th, 2012 12:19:27 PM
Squeezing past Restlin, Zeoll sniffs the air and doesn't smell anything unusual. When he reaches the kitchen he see's a fairly young lady laying facedown on the kitchen floor. A large pool of blood around her neck area where her throat has been cut and a smashed tea cup on the floor in front of her. A casual glance through the open wall into the living room reveals that place has been throughly searched through as the place has been trashed.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) d20+14=22 ; Thursday March 29th, 2012 12:35:39 PM
Zeoll sighs. He invites his friends to enter, carefully. He continues to fly around to search the entire house, but not touching anything. After that, he'll repeat with a Detect Magic.
Perception 22
1187 Hunterwasser --- Jim C Thursday March 29th, 2012 1:10:37 PM
Scanning the premises, at least the downstairs for now, Zeoll finds no trace of magic--on the area, himself or his friends as they enter.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Thursday March 29th, 2012 2:18:23 PM
"Ugh, anotherr nondetection field," Zeoll complains to his friends.
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells d20+2=22 ; Thursday March 29th, 2012 3:37:27 PM
Bosk quickly examines the body to determine how recently the murder occurred.
Healing Check = 22 (Nat 20!)
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Thursday March 29th, 2012 5:01:01 PM
At the report of yet another body Yondrim will sigh and volunteer to go find a guardsman once again to report yet another murder.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Thursday March 29th, 2012 5:31:03 PM "I'm beginning to think being away from our tower is a good thing," Alexi whispers. "But we should increase our vigilance there. We need to add some intruder alert spells and permanent See Invisible spells in every room."
"This murderer is looking for something. Can anyone think of what it could be? Does one of us have it?"
OOC: honestly folks, I've already forgotten why the first one's were killed. :}
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Thursday March 29th, 2012 5:39:23 PM
Zeoll reminds Alexi that this all started with the sophisticated assassination of our old friend, Heather Brodery. We went to see our old friend Twice for advice on assassins (seeing as he knows the underworld) and found his mom's school for girls also assassinated by someone with access to mid-level magic. We tracked down a bead from the Brodery death scene to this address, and have found more death.
That is all.
Zane Stormfront AC 26 CMD 22 HP 48/50 Thursday March 29th, 2012 6:50:59 PM "I think the guards are going to get upset with our supplying dead bodies for them, even if we are only just finding them laying around."
1187 Hunterwasser --- Jim C Thursday March 29th, 2012 7:20:58 PM
Gingerly touching the body to feel the warmth of the body; smearing the blood to determine how congealed it has become; and finally checking the rigidity of the body by lifting her hand and arm, Bosk is astonished to find that his woman had been slain about 30 minutes before the group entered the house--which means she was slain while the group was watching the house. The upstairs remains unsearched.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 d20+12=29 ; Thursday March 29th, 2012 8:31:35 PM
Beriothian scans the room for clues and for the telltale signs of spurs.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Thursday March 29th, 2012 10:29:08 PM
With the news that the death was very recent, Alexi draws his sword. "We've already determined that the attacker was flying and invisible in some cases. If he or they are still here, beware. And close the door!"
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Friday March 30th, 2012 12:12:37 AM
Bosk tells everyone what he sees and casts see invisibillity.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Friday March 30th, 2012 7:45:18 AM
"Well ok then..." Restlin looks at his wand collection, the small, enclosed spaces, and sighs. "Soon Vera...soon."
He readies his wand of acid arrow and gets ready for someone less prone to dying to reach them.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) d20+14=25 ; d20+15=31 ; d20+22=26 ; Friday March 30th, 2012 8:50:22 AM
If someone was here besides the dead woman only a half hour ago, Zeoll thinks he should be able to smell him -- and track him!
Perception to smell: 25
Hey wait! I've been short-changing myself on my Perception checks, forgetting my +2 Heroism bonus! Let's fix that now:
Perception to smell (revised): 27
Survival to track (with scent and lens and heroism): 31
Zeoll sticks his tongue out at Bosk. "Just testing yourr spell," he chuckles.
Then he flies upstairs to check things out, motioning to Bosk and the others to follow a little behind him.
Untrained Stealth with +20 invis bonus + heroism: 26
DM Sanity Info:
Active Spells: Heroism, Fly, Invisibility
Cradled Spells (underlined = cast): 0 level: Silent Image, Faerie Fire 1st level: Deep Sleep, Heroism, Suggestion, Locate Object; Comp Lang 2nd level: Divination, Hold Person; Memory Lapse
Bard Spells: Level 1: 1 of 6 cast (Hid Laugh) Level 2: 2 of 4 cast (Calm Emo, Caco Call)
Bard Performance: used 1 of 17 rounds Bard Lore: used 1 of 1 Natural Divination: used 1 of 2 (1 for saves, 1 for skills (used)) Memory Subdomain recall attempts: used 2 of 9
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells d20+6=19 ; Friday March 30th, 2012 10:39:59 AM
Bosk quickly pulls five 1lb sacks of flour out of his bag and hands them out to the group. Anyone good at tracking or scent, grab a bag. These should help to make the murder easier to see if he is visible, and make sure you check the ceiling. As Bosk walks he keeps a bag of flour in one hand and uses his sword to sweep the air, in order to check close to the ceiling and walls.
Perception = 19
DM Sanity Info Spells Activated: See Invisibility Bosk has the Blind Fighting Highlight to display spoiler: {Benefit: In melee, every time you miss because of concealment (see Combat), you can reroll your miss chance percentile roll one time to see if you actually hit. An invisible attacker gets no advantages related to hitting you in melee. That is, you don't lose your Dexterity bonus to Armor Class, and the attacker doesn't get the usual +2 bonus for being invisible. The invisible attacker's bonuses do still apply for ranged attacks, however. You do not need to make Acrobatics skill checks to move at full speed while blinded} Bosk has Ghost Touch (In case the assassin is between realms or incorporeal)
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Friday March 30th, 2012 10:41:02 AM
ooc: Is Zeoll invisible? If so, can Bosk see Zeoll?
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Friday March 30th, 2012 11:29:06 AM
I believe Zeoll is invisible and flying. Also Heroic, in both senses of the term.
1187 Hunterwasser --- Jim C Friday March 30th, 2012 11:59:25 AM
Zeoll zooms around as the rest ready bags of flour, and Bosk waving his sword around dangerously. As Zeoll zeroes in on the stairs, he notes the scent of another unfamiliar to him. It smells of decay and his nose leads him back to the fireplace, which has no fire burning at the moment.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Friday March 30th, 2012 12:57:29 PM
Zeoll tells his friends what he has found, including the decaying smell. Maybe this thing is undead?
Or maybe he is masking his scent with dead meat?
He flies outside and up to the chimney, smelling for recent passage of people. If his scent detects an actual invisible creature within scent range (30 ft usually), he is ready to cast his Faerie Fire spell to illuminate them.
1187 Hunterwasser --- Jim C Friday March 30th, 2012 4:58:01 PM
Zeoll smells the same scent at the top of the chimney, which is about 6" in diameter, but loses it from that point on.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Friday March 30th, 2012 8:08:49 PM
Zeoll comes back and tells his friends, "The trrail goes cold out of the chimney, although I still think it was a decoy. Likely the enemy knows I have a good smellerr."
Search of the rest of the house turned up nothing, Kindly DM Jim?
OOC: I'm running out of ideas, old buddies and pals. Anyone want to use a hero point for a hint from the DM? The new APG rules allow that.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Friday March 30th, 2012 8:15:55 PM
With news that the killer may still be inside, Yondrim stays by the front door to prevent any escape he happens to notice.
OOC: Whew, went the week pretty much without internet. Had a power outage on Monday night that took out my DSL and finally got the phone company to fix the problem this afternoon
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Friday March 30th, 2012 9:57:12 PM
I had no power for a long time during those big NE storms last year. Congrats on getting power back, Jon!
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining d20+2=9 ; Saturday March 31st, 2012 10:48:22 AM
"Let's get to work searching this place. It's probably safe to assume the killer's gone, but let's stick together in case it's not.
"How mad at us do you think the constables would be if we coated the entire interior with flour looking for this guy?" Restlin opens up his bag of flour, then looks around the house to gauge how much it would take.
***
Perception: 9 (Searching for anything interesting)
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Saturday March 31st, 2012 12:49:32 PM
ooc: Could the guy be using gasous form and still be at the top of the chimmney? If so, we night want to keep on the trail
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Saturday March 31st, 2012 12:55:35 PM
Perhaps dispell magic up the chimmney? Have someone run outside to check the roof? Bosk has a normal & large sized ladder and rope with grappling hook, plus he can probabbly use the wall of an adjacent building to brace himself.
We saw smoke puffing out pf other chimmneys, but nothing mentioned about this one...
DM Jim: possibly because you couldn't see this chimney due to your proximity to the house.
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Saturday March 31st, 2012 12:57:08 PM
Lets make a plan ooc before moving forward and letting this guy run...or drift away.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Sunday April 1st, 2012 4:06:36 PM You know, I am starting to think I should have spent a decade or two studying magic. What do you guys think is best?
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells d20+9=28 ; Monday April 2nd, 2012 2:33:32 PM
Beltrin takes a moment to look up the chimney, using a dancing lights spell to illuminate the way.
Perception: 28
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Monday April 2nd, 2012 4:10:55 PM
Bosk heads outside and removes a ladder from his BOH and climbing onto the roof.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Monday April 2nd, 2012 5:51:32 PM
Flying, Zeoll spots the climbing Bosk. Not that he could catch him, but he might be able to slow the gentle giant's fall.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Monday April 2nd, 2012 7:29:37 PM
Yondrim blinks as he sees the minotaur start to climb to the roof, "I have never built a house...but I am not sure the roof is built to support a minotaur. Might it be better to send a light footed elf up instead?"
1187 Hunterwasser --- Jim C Monday April 2nd, 2012 7:39:13 PM
Looking up the chimney, Beltrin see's nothing unusual. Restlin looks about the downstairs and can't seem to find anything in the mess that piques his attention. All the while Bosk climbs up to the edge of the roof, the steep pitch up to the chimney looks very perilous and with all his weight, the clay shingles could break very easily--sending him falling to his death, or at least in a lot of pain. The upstairs still remains unsearched.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 d20+12=25 ; Monday April 2nd, 2012 8:21:35 PM Well, I guess we can't avoid it any longer, let's take a look upstairs. When they return from their other investigations Beri will go upstairs with the others and scout around.
Perceptiuon=25
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20=13 ; Monday April 2nd, 2012 10:11:36 PM
OOC: If we take the DM's word AS IS, loosing the scent at the top of the chimney means he's gone, since if he had taken to travers the roof, the scent would lead across the shingles. But i've been wrong in the past.... Or, as said by another, could be a fasle trail.
IC: Alexi follows upstairs to help look around. Aid Another Perception DC10 = 13, add another +2 to the best Perception check.
Zane Stormfront AC 26 CMD 22 HP 48/50 Tuesday April 3rd, 2012 12:06:34 AM "Might'n someone who exited via the chimney just simply fly off into the distance? That would make any trail left behind simply end at the top, right?"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Tuesday April 3rd, 2012 8:31:39 AM
"Well, that makes sense, Zane, but it would leave us up the proverbial creek as far as finding this psychopath, so let's hope he's upstairs about to attack Beri..."
That said, the plucky young wizard heads up the stairs...
1187 Hunterwasser --- Jim C Tuesday April 3rd, 2012 12:18:23 PM
Checking the upstairs, and totally not trying to be stealthy about it, Beri and the rest find that there are two bedrooms and a bathroom. Both bedrooms have been trashed, but the bathroom is fairly untouched. Paintings have been taken off the walls and all have been scraped to reveal the canvas below--some have even been cut.
In the bathroom, a small dish sits near the commode. In it are twelve beads, all nearly identical to the bed found in Heather Brody's house. A black thread, snapped in half, sits on top.
It should be noted, Beri has not searched the downstairs, unless I missed that post
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Tuesday April 3rd, 2012 5:49:03 PM
OOC: looking at past posts, looks like the only place downstairs that missed any searching or sniffing is the quarter-bath room. All other rooms at least got sniffed good, if not 'thoroughly' searched, but:
Mon Apr 2nd "Restlin looks about the downstairs and can't seem to find anything in the mess that piques his attention. All the while Bosk climbs up to the edge of the roof,..." should even cover the bathroom, right?
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Tuesday April 3rd, 2012 8:12:25 PM
Bosk grabs his ladder and returns into the house and stands in the doorway unless called elsewhere.
(ooc: Sorry for the short post, two of my 3 biggest final exams are tomorrow.)
Zane Stormfront AC 26 CMD 22 HP 48/50 Tuesday April 3rd, 2012 8:22:00 PM
Zane will take up the backdoor, being large should cover it nicely. He'll stay there unless called for.
1187 Hunterwasser --- Jim C Tuesday April 3rd, 2012 9:09:23 PM
Returning to the downstairs, his life still in tact, Beri notices a small crumpled up piece of paper amid a loose pile of correspondance. Unraveling it he see's it a final notice bill from an Eagle Eye secure storage company. It informs the owner, Lanice Lorris, of a past due balance of 100gp towards storage container 13a. If the bill is not paid in full immediately, the contents will be auctioned off. The day and time of the auction are today in about 1 hour. It will take you about 45 minutes to walk there.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Tuesday April 3rd, 2012 9:22:03 PM Hey guys, looks like we missed something down here. We need to head out as soon as you're done searching, we've got a very thin window to check out this lead before we lose it.
ooc: not sure if you used it already, but my search for the upstairs was d20+12=25 ;
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Tuesday April 3rd, 2012 10:27:46 PM
"I say we go for it. We can let a guard know to check the rest of this place out in the mean time."
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Tuesday April 3rd, 2012 11:18:50 PM
Alexi quickly writes a note 'Dead Resident resides here. Please call authorities. If you are an Authority, you saved yourself the trouble of calling yourself.'
He weighs it down with a rock right in front of the door as they leave.
"Let's go find this storage place. I can't afford to be the highest bidder on whatever's inside."
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Tuesday April 3rd, 2012 11:26:04 PM It might be wiser to split up and have part of the group search the house and the other part check on the storage. It would be wise not to upset the authorities of Hook City and further, and the murder may still be in the house.
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Wednesday April 4th, 2012 12:11:52 AM "Well, we certainly need to report this murder to the authorities. But if we do that right away, I'm sure that they'll want to question all of us about the circumstances that we found, just like they did last time. And unfortunately, we don't have time for that if we're going to make the auction. One person has already died from our over-cautiousness, we need to move quickly and decisively here. I think that we should all go together to the auction. Alexi's note is a good start, perhaps we can find a runner as well."
Beltrin scribbles a note with the address of this house and a statement that a violent crime has occurred there. When (if?) the Iron Adventurers leave the house, he will try to find an idle youth on the street and pay him a gold piece to deliver it to the nearest guardsman.
1187 Hunterwasser --- Jim C Wednesday April 4th, 2012 3:01:43 PM Post coming later today
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Wednesday April 4th, 2012 4:14:45 PM
Yondrim will head off to the storage facility with the others when ready. On the way, he pratices saying "Yeeep" in an annoying fashion to prep for the possible auction.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Wednesday April 4th, 2012 5:04:47 PM
Zeoll agrees that the auction is the place to be! He is glad he has a lot of cash and chits on hand.
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Wednesday April 4th, 2012 6:56:59 PM
Bosk makes sure Beltrin includes in the note to the guards that the group is following up a time sensitive lead.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Wednesday April 4th, 2012 10:51:17 PM
Alexi looks at Yondrin. "Yeeep? Are your sure? What if that's some slang word that insults the auctioneer?" and he slaps Yondrin on the shoulder.
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Thursday April 5th, 2012 2:10:17 AM "Don't auctioneers only understand things said as fast as possible? We might need a haste spell just so that our ears can keep up."
Zane Stormfront AC 26 CMD 22 HP 48/50 Thursday April 5th, 2012 3:22:13 PM "I never trust anyone who speaks so fast you can't understand it. They are prone to lie'n too much for my liking."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Thursday April 5th, 2012 8:11:31 PM Please remember, do not bid against each other.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Thursday April 5th, 2012 8:21:09 PM
"We have an hour to pay the bill before it goes to auction. We should probably just do that..."
Eagle Eye Secure Storage--- Jim C Thursday April 5th, 2012 9:30:10 PM
The group races to the storage company, intent on getting there before the bidding begins and narrowly make it as the auctioneer finishes his introduction. "...when the storage unit is opened, you have 5 minutes to inspect the contents. You cannot go into the unit; you cannot touch anything in the unit and there is no spellcasting alllowed on the storage grounds. If you are caught spellcasting or using a magic item, you will be escorted off the premises by security. Gold is king, chits work too, highest bidder wins it all!" The auctioneer then motions to one of the guards, of which there are three, to open the gates. The group along with about 30 other bidders enter the grounds and go to the first row of storage units--it is not unit 13a. A red lock and wire is wrapped around the locking clasp. The wire is cut and the lock is removed with a master key. When the door is opened upwards, it reveals a plethora of household goods and boxes. This unit and the several after it are all pretty much the same--the lives of people on a downward spiral that couldn't even afford to keep their common items from being taken from them.
When unit 13a is opened, it's contents viewable from the outside look to be: a bed and frame; dresser drawer; chest drawer; 5 chairs and a dining table; two chests; several boxes and more in the back under sheets that cannot be determined at this time. Bidding starts at 100gp and rapidly rises to 400gp and falters, with the highest bid so far going to a man wearing all black clothing. "Do I hear 450gp?"
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) d20+10=22 ; d20+17=37 ; Thursday April 5th, 2012 10:55:27 PM
Zeoll looks over the goods with a knowledgeable eye. [Knowledge Local to gain insight or knowledge into the goods of the former Lanis Lorris = a 22. However, Zeoll thinks he may remember something more. He uses his Memory Subdomain power to reroll with a +7 chr bonus ... and gets a nat 20, or 37! Sweet!]
"If therre is anything to know about this stuff, I know it," says Zeoll to his mates confidently.
When the bidding starts, Zeoll gets excited. He shouts, "One Thousand Gold Pieces!"
DM Sanity Info:
Active Spells: none
Cradled Spells (underlined = cast): 0 level: Silent Image, Faerie Fire 1st level: Deep Sleep, Heroism, Suggestion, Locate Object; Comp Lang 2nd level: Divination, Hold Person; Memory Lapse
Bard Spells: Level 1: 1 of 6 cast (Hid Laugh) Level 2: 2 of 4 cast (Calm Emo, Caco Call)
Bard Performance: used 1 of 17 rounds Bard Lore: used 1 of 1 Natural Divination: used 1 of 2 (1 for saves, 1 for skills (used)) Memory Subdomain recall attempts: used 3 of 9
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Thursday April 5th, 2012 11:21:26 PM "Stupid is as Stupid does." Alexi mumbles. Alexi pokes Zeoll, "Increments of 100, you dork," he chides him in whispers.
:) OOC: there goes my raise....
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Friday April 6th, 2012 12:20:02 AM
Bosk turns his attention to finding whoever is in charge and paying for thier locker with the precious few minutes they have left.
DM Jim: Too late
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells d20+9=26 ; d20+3=7 ; Friday April 6th, 2012 12:27:53 AM "I've got several hundred gold to chip in, but be careful there big guy" Beltrin whispers to Zeoll. He spends the time during the auction focusing on the other prospective buyers, especially the man in black that appears to be most interested in the items.
----------------- Perception: 26 Sense Motive: 7
Eagle Eye Secure Storage--- Jim C Friday April 6th, 2012 12:49:17 AM "We got a thousand! Do I hear 1100?"
"Yuuuup!" says the man in black, raising it to 1100gp for the locker.
Eagle Eye Secure Storage--- Jim C Friday April 6th, 2012 2:49:23 AM "Hold on!" says one of the guards, "He's using magic!" pointing to Zeoll. The auctioneer shakes his head and rescinds the last offer. "Some people.... the bid is back to 400gp to the man in black!"
Two of the guards take Zeoll by the arms and say, "You're not welcome here anymore. Let's go!"
It takes a standard action to use a domain power, to me that means you're using some sort of magic and can be detected by a spell.
Does Zeoll go or try to stay?
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) d20+16=29 ; Friday April 6th, 2012 5:51:46 AM
[OOC: Zeoll's Memory SubdomainRecall power is a supernatural ability that requires a touch and a standard action. Note that per the rules, using a supernatural ability is not spell-like and does not provoke attacks of opportunity. Clearly not a spell.]
Zeoll calmly remains seated. "Excuse me, the gentleman in charrge clearrly stated that his prrohibition was on spellcasting and magic item use. I did not cast a spell. I did not use a magic item. I have not brroken the rrules! If we do not obey the rrules, we arre surrely barrbarrians. If we crreate new rrules on a whim when the old ones do not please us, then we arre surrely tyrrants. I appeal to yourr sense of fairrness and decency! You have no grrounds on which to expel me!"
Zeoll pauses and smiles gently. "Howeverr, in a spirrit of frriendliness, I would be pleased to prromise not to do it again."
Zeoll's attempt to argue on his own behalf is backed up by a natural Diplomacy check of 29, made without the assistance of his magic circlet of persuasion.
OOC to Alexi: Who says it's increments of 100? The auctioneer just tried to raise it by 50. :-)
OOC to patient DM Jim: Any result on that knowledge check? :-)
Eagle Eye Secure Storage--- Jim C Friday April 6th, 2012 12:12:57 PM ooc:Supernatural abilities are magical but not spell-like
The auctioneer looks to the guard and raises his eyebrows, the guard replies, "He's using some sorta magic, I'm not sure what kind, but it's magic." The auctioneer nods and says to Zeoll, "We're not wizards here, we don't have time to investigate every use of magic. I'm pretty sure everyone here understood that no magic is allowed--and people who try to find loopholes in the rules aren't welcome. Good day sir." The auctioneer motions for the guards to escort Zeoll off the premises. "Come along sir, this way." Zeoll is ushered off the premises.
Knowledge check: everything you've seen looks normal, none of it is rare or very valuable.
Eagle Eye Secure Storage--- Jim C Friday April 6th, 2012 12:16:06 PM "Sorry for the interruption folks! Lets get back to the bid, do I hear 450gp?" The man in black looks noticeably relieved at not having to buy the unit for more than a thousand gold.
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Friday April 6th, 2012 1:24:55 PM 450! Bosk calls out. The cleric has no idea what is inside, but he is determined to win. Even if nothing of value is inside, returning the items to the former owners may help the group's reputation some.
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Friday April 6th, 2012 1:29:37 PM
Bosk quickly glances around to see if anyone is wearing spurs.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- d20+11=27 ; Friday April 6th, 2012 1:55:44 PM
Yondrim moves to stand next to the man in black and gives him a friendly, though competitive smile. If the man continues to bid, Yondrim will immediately bid the next increment higher with a very similar, "Yeeeep" that between the two of them makes you want to vomit a little bit each time you hear it.
In between bids he speaks to the man, "You'll not win this, my friend. We are here as part of an ongoing murder investigation and need the contents of this unit as potential evidence. Let us win and afterwards perhaps we can sell you the items we do not need for the 400 gold you were willing to pay. That, or you win and we have the city guards seize the property anyway and it will not be released to you until the case is closed." (Diplomacy: 27)
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Friday April 6th, 2012 6:07:15 PM
Too speed things up, Bosk is willing to bid up to 1,200 gp / chits. If it goes higher I will need to think about it more (i.e. Let me know if it gets that high and I will post my decision to keep bidding or not).
ooc: Hopefully the man in black is not the assassin.
Eagle Eye Secure Storage--- Jim C Friday April 6th, 2012 7:05:40 PM "You speak to me as if we are friends, we are not." comes the reply from the man in black.
Bid after bid the price climbs up to 1300gp, with the man in black having the highest bid.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 d20=7 ; d20+8=11 ; Friday April 6th, 2012 8:02:55 PM
Beriothian looks inside the locker and tries to judge what the locker is actually worth, but soon realizes that he has now clue whether these items are quality antiques or cheap junk.
Eh, I guess we'll just need to trust Wardd that we at least break even.
1500!
appraise = 11
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Friday April 6th, 2012 10:12:08 PM
Restlin indicates he has 1600gp worth of chits and gold to throw into the bidding.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Friday April 6th, 2012 11:00:36 PM
OOC: Zeol, Alexi said increments of 100 not because there's a rule, but because your an idiot if you go from 400 to 1000 in one bid! :) You tip your hand if you act excited and try to intimidate other bidders. Of course, you were role-playing, and so was Alexi. :)
DM: correct me if I'm wrong but Zeol used his domain thingy when perusing the items, no when bidding, "Zeoll looks over the goods with a knowledgeable eye. ...When the bidding starts, Zeoll gets excited. He shouts, "One Thousand Gold Pieces!"
so if there was to be some ejection, it would have been before the bidding started. My thoughts. Not that it matters much, but it would be more consistant...
IC: Bosk looks around to see if anyone is wearing spurs. Standing next to him is a man wearing spurs. They have unique buckles in the shape of wolf heads with jaws open. Bosk looks up and sees .... Alexi!
Alexi looks at Bosk and smiles, not knowing why the stares.
Whispering, Alexi says, "I'll give all I got, so keep on bidding."
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Friday April 6th, 2012 11:43:57 PM
Trying to keep his comments quiet by whispering, Beltrin reiterates to his companions "I'll chip in another thousand gold if we need it, but I have a feeling that following this man might be just as fruitful as winning the auction itself."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Saturday April 7th, 2012 6:48:44 AM
"Well, I don't like him. If he's going to buy it regardless, let's make him pay for it."
Eagle Eye Secure Storage--- Jim C Saturday April 7th, 2012 2:25:38 PM
The man in black looks to be agitated when Beri bids 1500gp, then counters with his own, "2000gp!"
The auctioneer asks, "I have 2000, do I hear 2500? 2500 and the treasures of this unit are all yours, the hopes and dreams of the previous owner notwithstanding. 2500? Do I hear 2500?"
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Saturday April 7th, 2012 3:35:41 PM
Bosk looks ay the man in black and wonders aloud, what does this guy see in there that I'm missing? 2,500 calls out the taur.
Eagle Eye Secure Storage--- Jim C Saturday April 7th, 2012 7:04:36 PM
The man in black starts to rub his chin, and staring at Bosk wondering, no worrying, if the Taur will up his next bid.
"2600." Calls out the man in black and gives Bosk a menacing look.
"We have 2600! Do I hear 2700?"
There is dead silence as the other bidders stand in amazement at how high the bid has gone.
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Saturday April 7th, 2012 9:44:29 PM Wow, there must be something good in there. 2700!!!
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Monday April 9th, 2012 3:51:46 PM
"Bid as high as you need, Bosk. I can throw in another 2,000 with ease."
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Monday April 9th, 2012 5:00:03 PM
Zeoll sits on the steps outside and wonders what will happen next.
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Monday April 9th, 2012 10:12:58 PM
While Bosk runs up the bids against the man in black, Beltrin sidles near the object of all this money. He carefully examines each item, trying to commit them to memory so that he could find them with a Locate Object spell later if necessary.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20+1=5 ; Monday April 9th, 2012 11:16:07 PM
Alexi yawns and gives the look that they are prepared to go on like this all day.
Bluff +1 = 5. lol
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Tuesday April 10th, 2012 8:10:46 AM
Beriothian watches the man stay silent... looks like the unit may be theirs
Eagle Eye Secure Storage--- Jim C Tuesday April 10th, 2012 11:58:55 AM "2700! Going once... twice... sold to the Minotaur! Congratulations and pay the lady!" The auctioneer motions over to his female assistant and then moves on to the next unit. The man in black walks away, heading for the exit, his interest in any other units is done.
"Congrats sugar, that'll be 2700gp, please" says the young lady working for the auctioneer. There remains one guard with her to insure she isn't robbed.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- d20+12=27 ; Tuesday April 10th, 2012 3:30:10 PM
As the man in black moves off, Yondrim quickly heads to cut him off at the exit, wanting to question him before he leaves.
He meets the man with an open smile, "Now that our business is done, will you talk? I told you we are acting on behalf of the City to investigate a crime... and your interest in that unit, and only that unit, does not do you any favors. Tell me, why the interest?"
Diplomacy: 27
The Man in Black --- Jim C Tuesday April 10th, 2012 7:51:05 PM
The man in black takes a step back and looks over Yondrim with a cold calculating eye, "Get out of my way, or I'll kill you where you stand."
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Tuesday April 10th, 2012 8:28:59 PM
Bosk quickly hands over the required money, unsure if he should inspect the contents or chase the man in black.
The Lady --- Jim C Tuesday April 10th, 2012 8:52:07 PM
Addressing Bosk, "How are you paying sir?"
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20+1=17 ; d20+3=22 ; Tuesday April 10th, 2012 11:23:39 PM
Alexi heads out side and across the street while the man in black is detained by Yondrin. He mingles in the crowd acting interested in anything but the entrance to the Auction House. Once the man in black leaves, Alexi tries to follow casually and inconspicuously.
Disguise (blend in with the crowd) +1= 17, Stealth (follow the man in black without being noticed) +3 = 22 (note: this is without armor and shield penalty. If Armor and shield penalty applies then it is 18.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 d20+12=31 ; Wednesday April 11th, 2012 12:21:14 AM
Beriothian decides not to question the man in black, worried that he will just make the man more paranoid and anxious. Instead he just waits for Bosk to pay then will search through the unit's contents looking for clues and hidden valuables.
Perception = 31 (33 on traps)
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Wednesday April 11th, 2012 9:33:48 AM
Restlin will hand any chits/gold to Bosk that are needed (we can do the math on this back at the tower, I assume...) and walks over to Yondrim after the man in black has gone away.
"Bunch of savages in this town, lately...and I'm not talking about the taurs. Looks like Alexi's on the case though. Anyway, let's see what we bought."
He gives some thought to security at the tower. If he has enough money left over, a trip to the WLA for a few scrolls to scribe into his spellbook may be worthwhile.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Wednesday April 11th, 2012 10:23:22 AM
Zeoll waits for his friends to exit the auction house.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- d20+1=5 ; Wednesday April 11th, 2012 12:41:49 PM
Yondrim holds his hands up and out to his sides to show they're empty in the univsersal sign of non-aggression and keeps a smile on his face, "I see... so are you Lowd or do you simply work for him then?"
He does not move otherwise, but won't try to stop the man if he simply walks around him. He does, however, watch for a reaction to the name... hopefully an obvious one. (Sense Motive: 5)
OOC: Lowd is the right name, right?
Bosk AC: (26)/13/(24) +1 added for haste CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Wednesday April 11th, 2012 1:05:11 PM
ooc: Not letting me get away with posting that I hand over the money huh... Bosk has enough cash to front the money. We can decide via email if the group wants to split the cost, reimburse the cost when we next get loot, or if Bosk is the sole owner of whatever he just bought.
The taur opens up his massive hand and reveals a small pile of brightly colored chits. Let's see, an orange (1500gp), two red (500gp each) and two white chits (100 gp each) should cover it. So what is the process, can I go through the stuff now, and do I need to hire someone to bring this back to my tower, or can you deliver it for me later?
The Lady --- Jim C Wednesday April 11th, 2012 1:26:08 PM
The Lady carefully checks the chits to see if they're counterfeit. When satisfied, she gives Bosk as receipt. "New at this eh? Well, the way we handle it is thusly. First, you have 24 hours to decide what to do with the contents of that unit. You can take it out now, or later, but it'll be unlocked unless you lock it yourself. If you don't have a lock, they sell them for the normal price up at the front office. After 24 hours you have the option of renting out the unit or making sure it's empty and unlocked. If it's still locked after 24 hours and you haven't rented it out for the month, which is 50gp a month, then your lock is cut off and everything is thrown out. 24 hours starts now and the time has been recorded on your receipt. They do not deliver anything, they just rent out the unit, it's your responsibilty to take care of the contents. Any questions?"
The Man in Black --- Jim C Wednesday April 11th, 2012 1:28:30 PM
The man in black doesn't seem to react to the name of Lowd, "Get yer ass out of the way, horsey." The man's hand strays to his sword. You think perhaps with what little room you've given him, he doesn't want to squeeze by you or get close to your posterior where you may kick him.
Unit 13a--- Jim C Wednesday April 11th, 2012 1:34:52 PM
Tightly packed, Beri manages to start looking through some of the items, but it'll require them to be pulled out and spread out on the stone floor to be inspected--which is what others have done after winning their units. In his cursory scan, it looks like these items are used, but not badly so--perhaps they were replaced by the nicer items in her house.
Working towards the back, Beri pulls loose the bedsheet covering some paintings. They don't look like they're rare or anything (need an appraise check), but one painting stands out. It is of a woman holding a baby while sitting in front of two men. Behind them is an inn, it's name unreadable in this light. Beri slowly comes to recognize the woman as Heather Brody--perhaps 20 years younger.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Wednesday April 11th, 2012 3:48:54 PM
Bosk nods in understanding. I think I am interested in possibly renting the locker out. Can you tell me how secure these lockers are?
The Lady---Jim C Wednesday April 11th, 2012 3:59:26 PM "The place is well guarded, it's a metal gate, more than that I'm not sure. The staff at the office can tell you more, we don't work for them, we just liquidate these abandoned units for them and others." Needing to catch up to the rest, she says her goodbyes and leaves with guard in tow.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Wednesday April 11th, 2012 4:25:50 PM
Seeing Beri begin the inspection of the locker, Bosk quickly moves to the front office and purchases a Superior Quality lock and pays for a month's rent on the locker. I can't even begin to count the number of times we suddenly had to leave an area unexpectedly, at least this time I am going to make sure our investment is protected. As he pays the rent he asks about the security of the locker and of the premises, and asks if there is any magical protection on top of the more obvious and mundane methods.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Wednesday April 11th, 2012 4:43:48 PM
ooc: Cayzle, can Zeoll use his scent ability to see if the man in black or anyone else smells like the scent he picked up at the murder scene?
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Wednesday April 11th, 2012 4:53:51 PM
ooc: I just thought of something, remember the question Zeoll was asked to see if he was a psychopath? The girl killed her sister to get the man who consoled her to return...
Now her have Heather and another woman dead. The other woman has Heather's painting with a baby and two men in it (could she be Heather's daughter?). What if they are all family. The two men could be our next victims, or one of the two men could be killing the women to find the other man? They could be her lovers, brothers, sons, or one could be her husband. We should also see either of the men look like twice or someone from the brothel....err finishing school.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Wednesday April 11th, 2012 5:25:19 PM
OOC: I've been waiting on the steps for the man in black to come out, but no go so far. Maybe he took the fire escape or flew out invisibly or something? Or he is still standing in front of Yondrim?
Zeoll is still waiting on the steps for the auction to end.
Front Office---Jim C Wednesday April 11th, 2012 9:04:41 PM
The staff member at the front office takes Bosk's payment after having him read and sign a lenghty five page disclaimer. Needless to say, they absolve themselves from all responsibility for the contents of the unit, they simply rent the space. As for security, for security reasons, they do not discuss security measures other than what you see, but they assure Bosk they use other methods in addition to the mundane--they simply do not discuss them.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Wednesday April 11th, 2012 9:21:00 PM
Yondrim will back out of the gate and to the side so that the man has plenty of room to go by without feeling like he's in danger. "I must say... congratulations on becoming suspect number 1. Good day to you."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 d20+8=23 ; Wednesday April 11th, 2012 11:13:38 PM
Beriothian keeps the painting of Heather out of view of those outside the unit. He studies the brush strokes and techniques of the other paintings to determine if they are of any value. Hmm, there are some interesting things in there, I suggest you guys take a look.
Appraisal = 23 (anyone want to aid another?)
The Man in Black---Jim C Thursday April 12th, 2012 2:03:49 AM "Good horsey," quips the man in black as he passes by Yondrim, never turning his back to him or letting him leave his sight until he is a safe distance away.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) d20+16=30 ; Thursday April 12th, 2012 7:39:46 AM
Zeoll, getting bored outside waiting, decides to entertain himself and any passers-by. He sits himself down where he can see the exit clearly and begins to sing.
Perform 30! Sweet!
As the bard plays street-minstrel, he keeps his eye peeled for that fellow in dark clothing who was so interested in bidding for the unit. The liontaur prepares to use his Fascinate ability in the event that he sees the fellow.
Will save DC19 for that fascinate.
Confidential Committee on Moral Abuses---Jim C Thursday April 12th, 2012 12:14:29 PM
As Zeoll begins a beautiful rendition of Three Mothers and an Incubus, he acquires the attention of guards on patrol. They come his way and once arrived, they look about curiously, then the head guard asks, "Good sir, may I see your performing license? It's required to be openly displayed and I do not see yours, sir."
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) d20+4=20 ; d20+17=29 ; d20+19=23 ; Thursday April 12th, 2012 1:25:40 PM
Zeoll tres to fast-talk his way out of trouble and into the hearts of the constabulary. "My good sirrs," he says, under the rose, "as an official frriend of the yarrd and as parrt of an official Prrotectorrs grroup underr the authorrization of Inspectorr Aulanderr, and in concorrdance with the porrtion of the municipal code that addrresses the use of rremarrkable skills in the purrsuit of a suspect underr investigation, my underrstanding is that my use herre of the arrtifice of strreet minstrrelsy in the purrsuit of a crriminal investigation is not only meet but perrmitted underr the apprroprriate Hook City statute."
"So, please, good officerrs, allow me to purrsue my surrveillance and investigation unimpeded."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining d20+2=16 ; Thursday April 12th, 2012 4:41:11 PM
"That Zeoll can't catch a break, lately." Restlin shrugs and heads off to see what Beri's found.
"Is that Heather? Let's take a look at this in the light and see if we can't make out more."
Restlin casts light in the small space and gives the painting a good once over.
***
Perception: 16
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Thursday April 12th, 2012 7:07:58 PM
Yondrim waves good bye to the man, "We'll be in touch." and then heads back in to storage area with the others. He moves over to the storage unit and cast Detect Magic before staring in, but doesn't try to squeeze in.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Thursday April 12th, 2012 7:57:28 PM
Beri turns to Restlin. Good eye, but let's not discuss the contents of our unit until the crowd has dispersed.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Thursday April 12th, 2012 10:06:11 PM
Alexi, mingling with the crowd outside, waiting for the Man in Black, chuckles at Zeoll's new predicament. It might even act in their favor. If Zeoll can create a scene, the Man in Black might be distracted enough not to notice Alexi following him.
OOC: these were the rolls posted on the 10th. Disguise (blend in with the crowd) +1= 17, Stealth (follow the man in black without being noticed) +3 = 22 (note: this is without armor and shield penalty. If Armor and shield penalty applies then it is 18.
However, if there is some comotion that might distract the guy, Alexi might get a bonus.
MIB---Jim C Thursday April 12th, 2012 11:25:07 PM
As stealthly as he can, now that the Man in Black is on the move, Alexi follows him down alleyway after alleyway until he thinks that he's probably lost. It seems the man is trying to shake him, or someone, or maybe he likes sight seeing. Alexi is now about 5 blocks from where he orginally was. Continue pursuit or head back? If the former, please make another set of rolls.
CCoMA---Jim C Thursday April 12th, 2012 11:27:13 PM
The guards look at each other trying to figure out what was just said to them, and shrugging as if they just heard a foreign language, the head guard says, "Yeah, okay, umm, no license, no collecting monies, righto?" Nodding as if using sign language to make their point stick, the guards head off.
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) Friday April 13th, 2012 2:51:31 AM
Zeoll remains at his position, singing without remuneration, until the dark-dressed man or his friends emerge from the auction house.
Zane Stormfront AC 26 CMD 22 HP 48/50 Friday April 13th, 2012 11:06:36 AM
Zane has gotten totally confused by the recent goings on and when asked about pitching in for the cost of the storage units contents he just says, "Sure, I guess." He seems to want to be doing something, anything would be better than just standing around.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Friday April 13th, 2012 5:32:20 PM
Bosk returns to the locker and begins placing everything of value or that seems relevant to the case within his BOH. So Beri, tell me what you guys found...Hey, where did the others go, and where is the man in black?
Bosk will make sure to lock the locker and follow what ever protocol is necessary to keep their merchandise safe and protected before leaving.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20+1=18 ; d20+3=8 ; Friday April 13th, 2012 9:17:42 PM
Alexi is not worried about getting lost. Somehow, by asking enough people, he can find his way back. What does concern him is the lack of concern for the nature of this MIB by his friends, so focused on the items they just bought.
What the group really needs is a relay of persuers following the MIB, but that aint gonna happen. At best Zeoll will disengage himself from crowd of admirers and follow, but a liontaur does not blend into the croud well. Hopefully Zeoll will back him up if he gets in trouble.
Disguise (blend in with the crowd) +1= 18, Stealth (follow the man in black without being noticed) +3 = 8 (note: this is without armor and shield penalty. If Armor and shield penalty applies then it is 4.)
Alexi looks ahead and notices that it will be quite difficult to go unoticed for a while, so while walking along, he retrieves a vial from his back pack, then steps into a shop for a second and gulps its contents.
Drink Potion of Invisibility, duration 3 minutes.
Back outside, he hurries along to catch up with the MIB.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Saturday April 14th, 2012 8:13:15 AM
"Fine, we'll wait."
Restlin looks around at the locker. "I say we find anything we may believe to be relevant and bring it back to our tower. Looks like Bosk secured the locker for us, so the rest can sit here and be guarded until we decide what to do with it."
How much is there to bring back? Restlin can go rent a cart if needed.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Saturday April 14th, 2012 12:08:59 PM
In answer to Bosk question about the man in black, "I tried to question him about his interest in the unit and he was... not forthcoming. Threatened to kill me for delaying him, but it bought time for Alexi to slip out. Hopefully he and Zeoll and follow him."
Man in Black---Jim C Saturday April 14th, 2012 1:37:38 PM
Ducking out of sight, Alexi quickly quaffs a potion of invisibility, much to the amazement of a small child standing nearby. Resuming his chase, Alexi comes to another of many intersections and does not see the Man in Black.
If you wish to continue your search, please give me 3 blocks of movement you would like to continue on; either straight ahead, left or right, 3 times.
CCoMA---Jim C Saturday April 14th, 2012 1:40:47 PM
Meanwhile, back at the gate to Eagle Eye Secure Storage, Zeoll has amassed quite a little group of listeners--who inevitably throw coins of silver and gold his way. His vision blocked first by the guards and now his admirers, he's not sure who is coming and going out of the storage company.
Bosk's Bag of Holding---Jim C Saturday April 14th, 2012 1:43:43 PM
Trying as he might, the Taur is only able to fit a chest drawer and the bedframe into his bag of holding. Why he would do such a thing is unknown as Beri has related to him that everything there is of average quality and perhaps worth 500gp if it were brand new. In some thrift shop it would maybe sell for half that--but Hook City proper has no thrift shops--maybe Labortown and definitely Mudtown do.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Saturday April 14th, 2012 2:36:21 PM
ooc: I mainly wanted the paintings in the BOH, as they seemed relevant to our case. I included "anything of value because it sounded like we had not looked through everything yet. However a bed and chest of drawers would make nice portable barricades.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Sunday April 15th, 2012 12:56:05 AM Bosk, I don't think that you can fit all that in there, but make sure anything of value is stored away.
Eagle Eye Secure Storage---Jim C Monday April 16th, 2012 12:23:49 PM
With little else to do, the group is missing a few members--namely Zeoll and Alexi. The former can be heard outside singing, the latter, no whee to be seen.
Getting the painting of Heather Brody out of the unit and having a bit more light to see by, Beri notes the building behind the three people and the baby has a sign that reads, Heranmar Inn.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Monday April 16th, 2012 3:27:52 PM
Bosk raises an eyebrow when he sees the name Heranmar Inn. Any of you guys recognize that name or know if Heranmar anywhere near here? It seems to be popping up more and more frequently. Mr. E had claimed to be a guard kidnapped from Heranmar and Zeoll spoke to a couple of men from there at the Madrigal.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20+5=15 ; Monday April 16th, 2012 6:12:46 PM
Alexi lets out a muted growl when he realizes he's lost track of the man in black. Had he not taken the time to become invisible, this would not have happened. But then he risked being seen. If he was visible, he could easily ask someone on the street if they noticed the MIB, but to do so invisibly would be awkward, if not frightening to the inquiree.
So Alexi is faced with a dilema. Wich way to go? The odds are that any one way is only a 33% chance of being the right way. Any calculations after that are meaningless. However he hadn't seen him ahead so he most likely took a left or right, making his next choice only a 50% chance hit or miss.
Alexi quickly decides to take a left at the intersection. At the next one he tries to outhink his quarry. If his first choice was correct, going straight would be wrong as he still does not see the MIB. So he's still left with a 50% or correctly guessing which way to turn. Taking a Left, then a Right, might be a logical way of outfoxing a trailer, however if the trailee was heading away from his destination and desired to reach it quickly to give his master the news of the sale, then he'd turn left again.
So Alexi turns Left.
By the time Alexi reaches the next intersection he still does not see his quarry so he must have turned again. Of course, the MIB could have ducked into a shop anywhere along the way. This he'd have to find out by retracing his path once the Invisibility potion wears off. But for now, again, he is faced with a Left or Right direction. He'd like to toss a chit, but if people saw a chit suddenly appear out of thin air there's no telling what chaos would insue.
This is a mind game, with a little luck. However, a candle light suddenly appears above his head, causing some excited comments from passerby's. He's not seen up ahead so that rules out going straight. If he turns left again, then he's right back near the street they were on before and could be spotted by any of the other members trying to catch up with Alexi. So the only other logical path open is to the right.
Alexi turns Right.
Perception +5 = 15
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Monday April 16th, 2012 8:31:07 PM Yeah, we should check out that fine establishment as soon as we are finish... hey, where did Alexi run off too? Oh well, I'm sure he can take care of himself.
ooc: taxes are due tomorrow, so short post tonight.
Cat-erwauling---Jim C Monday April 16th, 2012 10:19:06 PM
Continuing his cat-erwauling, Zeoll has a perplexed look on his face, looking as if he needs to be rescued as he breaks out into a rendition of the Cat and Old Spinster.
Far away, Alexi deduces that he is on the trail of the Man in Black, but as he rounds the corner he see's that there is no one there--not a single soul. This area of town seems a bit darker perhaps, maybe it's just his perception, but he's positive there is no one in sight, or earshot. The man in black has disappeared.
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Tuesday April 17th, 2012 12:04:02 AM
Seeing the expression on Zeoll's face, Beltrin steps up, applauding loudly. "Hear, hear, well sung! But surely one with a golden voice such as yours must seek employment in one of the fine establishments in the city. Fortunately for you, I know just the one that might be right for you, perhaps we can discuss this in private?" He tries to draw Zeoll aside and inform him of the discovery of the painting and that Alexi was waiting to follow the man in black and is probably on his tail now.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Tuesday April 17th, 2012 9:39:08 AM
"Heranmar is a town on the coast of the Downs... before the migration it was a common spot for ships heading to Hook City to come in port and then head inland through the Downs. I worked as a guard on that route for a time." Yondrim says at the question about Heranmar.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Tuesday April 17th, 2012 10:48:36 AM
"Well, this may be a good time for a trip out of Hook City. I'm not sure if anyone else has noticed, but there seem to be a lot of people dying around here lately.
"Like Beri said...let's head back home and figure out what to do next in private."
Zeoll (HP17 of 35, AC22, CMD17) d20+10=27 ; d20+10=14 ; d20+17=23 ; Tuesday April 17th, 2012 11:08:04 AM
Zeoll is glad to see Beltrin -- and making sure that anyone tossing coins has either gotten them back, or that they are distributed to beggers or passers-by -- and asks his friend how the auction went.
"I was watching forr that fellow in darrk clothing, but I did not see him leave. Likely he was flying and invisible."
When the group is together, Zeoll asks who paid for the auction. He wants to contribute.
When he hears about the painting, he asks to take a look at it. He makes a Knowledge check ... what would be best? Local? History? Zeoll has the same check in both, and rolls a 27.
When asked about Heranmar, he recalls what he has heard of the region. Know Geography 14. He makes a special effort ... doesn't that Inn look familiar? ... (and uses Memory subdomain power to reroll at +7) ... a 23.
DM Sanity Info:
Cradled Spells (underlined = cast): 0 level: Silent Image, Faerie Fire 1st level: Deep Sleep, Heroism, Suggestion, Locate Object; Comp Lang 2nd level: Divination, Hold Person; Memory Lapse
Bard Spells: Level 1: 1 of 6 cast (Hid Laugh) Level 2: 2 of 4 cast (Calm Emo, Caco Call)
Bard Performance: used 0 of 17 rounds Bard Lore: used 1 of 1 Natural Divination: used 1 of 2 (1 for saves, 1 for skills (used)) Memory Subdomain recall attempts: used 4 of 9
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Tuesday April 17th, 2012 1:02:45 PM
Bosk nods as he absorbs the information. That's right. I think I remember Alistair mentioning something about the shipping routes before we traveled to the Sargrass. I came here right after the Great Migration...I swear, I thought the people here all were giving me a hard time and making fun of me for being a foreigner when they told me the countries rearranged themselves. I mean, you go to bed and when you wake up in the morning North has become West, you are located on another part of the continent, cities disappear and new ones appear...This might be normal for you, but my people have never even heard of such things.
The cleric tells Zeoll about the auction and what they found. In the future, perhaps a spell like arcane mark would help us to track people of interest. In the mean time, we either need to try to track The Man in Black, or we should get back to the apartment. The guards are probably waiting for us.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20+1=17 ; d20+5=7 ; Tuesday April 17th, 2012 6:55:59 PM
Alexi takes stock of his location when he realizes he's lost his quarry. MIB could be anywhere. Alexi ambles into an ally and waits for his Invisibility to wear off then takes out his mapping equipment and starts backtracking while writing down names of shops and street names.
If there are any hawkers in the street that he knows were there when he passed by the first time, he'll ask if they saw a man in black pass by.
Diplomacy +1 = 17
He also keeps an eye out for MIB, looking around and watching his backtrail, just in case MIB has turned the tables on Alexi!
Perception +5 = 7
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Tuesday April 17th, 2012 11:30:37 PM Good idea. Let's head back to the tower, at least there the ones besides us are already dead. I would recommend that everyone get any last minute supplies if we are going to leave Hook City for a while.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Wednesday April 18th, 2012 9:51:06 AM
"If this man in black is the assassin we're after or even in league with him we may not need to leave the city.. he knows we won the auction and.. well, at least he's become familiar with me. It's possible he'll come to us. We'll want to keep a watch these next few days. The next logical target would be us."
Heranmar, the Man in Black and the rest---Jim C d20+12=31 ; Wednesday April 18th, 2012 11:59:14 AM
Recollecting what he knows, Zeoll believes the inn in question is just outside the city limits of Heranmar and has been there for some fifty years. Not a posh place to rest for the night, but neither a dive.
Alexi on the otherhand has no luck with tracking down the Man in Black. If he was following him back, he would never know.
Meanwhile the rest of the group waits patiently for Alexi's return. It has been almost half an hour.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Wednesday April 18th, 2012 3:28:22 PM
Restlin taps his foot impatiently while waiting for Alexi's return. "I haven't been out of the city much, to be honest; however, even I know the plains are no place for an idle stroll. Maybe we should look into securing passage down at the docks."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Wednesday April 18th, 2012 9:18:10 PM ...is that guy off in the distance Alexi? I wonder where he's been.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Wednesday April 18th, 2012 11:52:42 PM
Bosk takes the furniture out of his BOH, making room for the paintings.
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Thursday April 19th, 2012 2:27:41 AM "Geography around here are more like the wind and water than stone, but I think we could get passage to Heranmar easily enough. But what Beri says may be true, if our competitor was the assassin, he may come after us next. I think we should retire for the evening. Our next logical destination is the inn at Heranmar, but our plans may be way-laid before then."
XP's---Jim C Thursday April 19th, 2012 2:59:03 AM
Everyone receives 1450xp for this scene.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d6=3 ; Thursday April 19th, 2012 7:06:03 AM
OOC - XP Notes from Cayzle
Here is a recap of xp awards so far this module: 24 Feb 12 Death of Heather B - part 1 1,430
17 Mar 12 Death of Heather B - part 2 1,500
19 Apr 12 Death of Heather B - part 3 1,450
Because I am an idiot who did not do the math at the time, although Zeoll actually leveled to 7th on March 12, I only just now noticed. :-) I have now leveled him up, and his PC sheet is almost up to date, except for loot adjustments for this module. To whom do I owe some auction cash, and how much?
Idiot that I am, I also note that my current hp total max, listed in my header as 35, is two levels out of date! It should have been 38 two levels ago, and 44 until today! Now, adding a d6 (roll in this post) ... a 3 ... Zeoll's new hp max should be 49!
Also, I vote a hero point to Alexi for chasing the man in black.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Thursday April 19th, 2012 5:15:31 PM
ooc: Did we get exp 3 times durring the ring? I am only finding twice. I am missing the second set you have listed, and cannot find the points you listed.
I will be out of town from Saturday to the end of the month. I have an alternate arranged to post for me.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Thursday April 19th, 2012 6:27:33 PM
Found it :)
Zane Stormfront AC 26 CMD 22 HP 48/50 d12=10 Thursday April 19th, 2012 6:42:33 PM
I don't show xp on the
24 Feb 12 Death of Heather B - part 1 1,430
I show jan, mar, and april, no feb.
rolling hp as well(10 can live with that)
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Thursday April 19th, 2012 7:38:22 PM
OOC: My exp count matches Zeol's.
IC: Alexi finally makes it back to the group. It took longer because he was taking note of the shop names and street vendors. He shows the group where he eneded up at and the other paths-not-taken that need to be looked into to see if anyone saw the MIB.
Learning about the group's idea of going out of town, Alexi looks pensive. "I'm not conviced the one we seek is not here. Why don't we spend a night in this compartment and see if someone tries to break in? If that doesn't work, then taking it all back to the tower is sure to get You-Know-Who's attention and tempt him to break in there."
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Thursday April 19th, 2012 9:40:15 PM
Zeoll groans at the thought of squeezing into the storage unit for a poor night's sleep.
"I instead prropose that we brring everrything frrom the unit back to ourr towerr and get some rrest. I don't know about you guys, but my wounds have wounds."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Thursday April 19th, 2012 10:00:28 PM
"I'm not sleeping in that tiny space with 4 taurs. That is not happening. One nightmare and Bosk will end up murdering everyone before he wakes up. Let's just take the stuff that's valuable or leads to our killer and get home."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Thursday April 19th, 2012 10:07:25 PM
ooc: Feb 24th we definetly got experience, look at the last post of Slaughterhouse Interlude. I apparently have fallen behind on my character sheet, I'll update that tomorrow (maybe tonight if I have time).
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Thursday April 19th, 2012 11:42:34 PM
Zane nods at the suggestion of heading "home", been quite a while that he called home other than the monastery. "I have a haversack if we need more carrying room..." He said trying to be helpful.
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 4
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor 3 hours
Others spells and effects on Zane:
OOC update:
(header updated, spells updated, feats updated, bloodline updated, still got skills to update)
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Friday April 20th, 2012 1:28:49 AM "I agree, back to the tower. I'd rather carry this dresser back by myself than experience the stench the lot of us would put into this space. If this man in black is our assassin, he certainly knows who we are and where to find us now. Let him come."
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Friday April 20th, 2012 6:01:39 AM
"Yeah, he can play tea parrty with the girrls," says Zeoll, ruefully.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Friday April 20th, 2012 9:13:36 AM
"Restlin has a point... I buried a pot of beans this morning for dinner tonight... We might not want to have us all in a confined spaced for a time."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining d20+2=3 ; Friday April 20th, 2012 9:46:08 AM
Restlin makes a mental note that Beltrin agreed with him without adding "for once" for once and gets to work making sure they have everything they should when they leave the place.Once he's sure everything's good to go, he'll head home.
***
Perception to search for anything else they may have missed: 3. Obviously Yondrim has scarred him terribly with his comments.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:21 HP 53 of 55 Spells Friday April 20th, 2012 11:02:52 AM
Bosk shakes his head. I disagree with returning to the tower. Our next stop really should be the murder scene. Perhaps the guards found something or would like to talk to us. There is also a good chance the murder will be try to remove any traces of his identity.
ooc: Did we take the beads on our way out?
Which way? -- Jim C Friday April 20th, 2012 12:17:55 PM
Back to the Iron Tower or the last scene of a crime?
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday April 20th, 2012 12:29:52 PM
ooc: I would vote tower, but since I will be on vacation and have someone else filling in for me, I will let the rest of you decide.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Friday April 20th, 2012 12:48:01 PM
Zeoll sighs. "I suppose we could swing by. But haven't we alrready seen all therre is to see? Tomorrrow we can rreporrt ourr findings to the Inspectorr"
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday April 20th, 2012 3:12:40 PM
As the group discusses what to do next Bosk mind starts to drift back to the scene of Heather Brody . Silently he reaffirms his commitment to avenger her death when, almost as if a someone is whispering instructions in his ear, he understands the deeper nature of vengeance and how such crimes link the perpetrator and those seeking revenge...and how such a bond can be tapped....
ooc:Bosk just leveled up and gained the spell Nemesis Scrying I will have to prepare this for tomorrow
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Friday April 20th, 2012 7:28:42 PM "Back to the Toweeerrrrrr!" Alexi agrees. "However, I'll volunteer to stop by the Bead-Lady's house and see if the authorities need anything more from us. As far as finding anything else there, we looked pretty thoroughly. What the assassin wanted obviously was not there, and must be here in one of these items. A thorough search is needed, including secret compartments in the furniture.
But I dont' thing that guy in black is the assassin himself. I think he's too careful to show himself in the open like that. More likely he was an assossiate or trainee. Either way, we have, in this bin, what he wanted. That's the bait. But we need to find out what that 'bait' is. Let's get all this stuff back to the tower.
Alexi has his Haversack as well and will stop by the Bead-Lady's home on the way to the tower and see if the authorities have arrived and if they need anything from the Iron Adventurers.
Moving right along -- Jim C d100=59 d20=18 d20=16 d20=3 d20=18 d6=1 Friday April 20th, 2012 8:41:20 PM
Gathering up what they can, the group heads back to the Iron Tower--less Alexi who volunteers to go back to the Bead-lady's apartment.
Alexi finds that no one has come to check out the apt. That damn street urchin, or whatever he was, didn't do as he was paid.
Meanwhile, back at the tower, all is quiet--too quiet.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday April 20th, 2012 10:36:51 PM
ooc: While I am gone, Bosk will also spend whatever free evenings he can crafting.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Saturday April 21st, 2012 7:39:19 AM
"Girls, we're home!" the wizard shouts as they enter the tower.
"No response. This doesn't feel right. Let's stick together and give this place a good once over, shall we?"
Restlin will cast Detect Magic and hope he's not in the middle of a non-detection field.
Somewhere else -- Jim C Saturday April 21st, 2012 5:31:26 PM "Ach, it's good to be back in Hook City, isn't it Tolly?"
Looking curiously at this traveling companion, "Back? This is the first time we've set foot inside the walls, Edward."
"You know what I mean, and it's Edgar here...we don't want them that are looking for me to find me, right?"
Cocking an eyebrow, "Oh yeah, that group you spoke about, what were they called again?"
"Shhhh! We do not talk about them, nevermind even speak their name."
"Uh-huh, yeah right." Shaking his head, the small man looked about and noted many a Taur entering a large tower and commented, "I wonder how they all fit in there. Usually towers aren't known for being able to hold so many Taurs, usually it's a ranch style home--less stairs."
"Next thing you know, you'll be talking about the color of the tower and how in the sunlight it bespeaks of a age gone by, etc etc..."
"Now that you mention it,"
"Oh please, let's get something to eat before we're forced to leave the city cause we're so damn poor."
"Well it wasn't my idea to leave Bryn Baraz."
A silence fell over the two as they walked down the main causeway looking for somewhere to eat as their time in Hook City proper was limited.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Sunday April 22nd, 2012 12:15:37 AM
Alexi scowls at the audacity of the urching. If Alexi catches him, he'll teach the vagabond some scruples.
Alexi heads over to the office of the official that had given them their writ. He informs the front clerk of the murder and the address, then heads to the tower.
The Yard -- Jim C d100=79 ; Sunday April 22nd, 2012 2:10:44 PM
After arriving and waiting some time to speak to Inspector Aulander, Alexi finds that the man is not present and therefore has to deal with another inspector--this one is not so kind. Escorted to a small room, it seems Alexi is beginning to be interrogated for possibly admitting he killed a woman.
"Inspector Wull with Sergeant Direl attending," he begins. "So you say you killed a woman not far from here? Why did you do it?" Their ink pens are poised over paper to start taking Alexi's confession.
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Sunday April 22nd, 2012 2:12:19 PM
All remains quiet, even the little girls are nowhere to be seen or heard.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Sunday April 22nd, 2012 2:17:30 PM
First, Zeoll looks over all the stuff from the storage unit, just to make sure nothing is missed. He takes 20 on the check, with a search roll of 35.
Then, Zeoll puts some time into crafting an upgrade for his cloak of resistance.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Monday April 23rd, 2012 12:23:06 AM
Alexi raises an eyebrow at the line of questioning. "Can you repeat, in exact words, what I said and to whom and when?"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Monday April 23rd, 2012 10:35:29 AM
ooc: Does Restlin's detect magic show a non-detection field, or is it operating normally?
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Monday April 23rd, 2012 6:53:28 PM
Just for fun, Yondrim does a detect magic as well.
"Something seems off... no one better have dug up my beans. They're not done yet."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Monday April 23rd, 2012 8:54:41 PM
ooc: Did we hear those people Tolly and Edwards talking? And are we able to interact with them, or are we aone in the tower now?
DM Jim: No
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Monday April 23rd, 2012 11:17:48 PM All seems quiet in the tower. I can't wait to get some sleep after the crazy day we've had.
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Monday April 23rd, 2012 11:47:28 PM "Perhaps we should set a watch? I hate that we don't even feel safe here in our home, but if we have attracted the attention of the assassins, we don't want to be caught unprepared. I'll volunteer for the first."
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Tuesday April 24th, 2012 12:50:53 AM
Casting their spells, both Restlin and Yondrim feel the emanations of magic around them--from their personal magics and those of others. As to whether someone has entered their tower, since it bears only a standard lock on the door and no magical protections, is uncertain.
The Yard -- Jim C Tuesday April 24th, 2012 12:51:40 AM
To Alexi the inspector responds, "So you deny murdering this woman, what's her name?"
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Tuesday April 24th, 2012 11:30:52 AM
Alexi responds, "I am a member of the Iron Adventurers and in the process of investigating the murder of a lady friend of the Iron Adventurers, Heather Brody, we came to the house of this lady, as our investigations lead us to believe she might have some information on who had killed Heather. We arrived to find this lady murdered. While we sent for the guard we found clues to the perpetrator and went after him, her, or them, or it, ot its. Our chase was somewhat in vain, so I returned to make sure the guards had arrived and found none. So I came here to inform you of the lady's untimely demise."
Alexi looks the inspector in they eyes, "It's a shame such violent crimes can occur willy-nilly in such a high class sophisticated city as this and we, the Iron Adventurers, have been commissioned by the High Inspector General to put an end to it. And that we will. That is our vow, that is our word, that is our Honor."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining d20+3=12 ; Tuesday April 24th, 2012 10:18:58 PM
Happy to see that his detect magic spell seems to be functioning, Restlin starts searching through the tower...not alone, mind you. That would be foolhardy.
***
Perception: 12
The Yard -- Jim C Tuesday April 24th, 2012 10:20:29 PM "Oh lawdy, commissioned by the High Inspector General himself? well, I do apologize, good sir." The inspector makes a grandoise bow and sweep of his hand. "But I must ask for your commission papers, just as a formality, you understand." The inspector holds out his hand.
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Tuesday April 24th, 2012 10:23:36 PM
Beltrin cautiously looks around his chambers to see if anything is amiss. If the rest of the group is okay with the plan to set a watch, Beltrin will volunteer for the first, carefully patrolling the area while the rest sleep.
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Tuesday April 24th, 2012 10:30:41 PM
After a sweep of the tower, nothing seems amiss, it's just very quiet--except for occassional noises emanating from Zeoll's room.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Tuesday April 24th, 2012 10:34:28 PM
Beriothian enters the tower after the magical analysis of the area is through. I guess we should consider upgrading the lock on this place. It actually wouldn't take me long to swap out our current one with something a bit more rugged if we decide to purchase one, I have all the tools on me. I'm surprised we hadn't thought of doing that earlier. I suppose we let ourselves believe that Hook City is actually safer MudTown, but from our experience the beggars outside the walls are starting to look like the lucky ones.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Wednesday April 25th, 2012 2:15:34 PM
"A watch is a good idea... I'll take a middle." Yondrim says after the sweep of the building before seeing to his buried beans. There are other noises later that night.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Wednesday April 25th, 2012 2:44:19 PM
Zeoll is worried about his new friend Alexi. but sees little he can do about it tonight.
Using his new Read Dreams ability, he goes to bed, hoping for prophetic insight into the assassin the party seeks, and into Alexi's situation.
Note to DM: The Read Dream ability requires a secret Sense Motive check. Zeoll's is a +7.
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Wednesday April 25th, 2012 6:30:49 PM
After his watch, Beltrin collapses on his cot. The next morning, he prepares his spells, does a quick calisthenic workout, and heads downstairs to find breakfast. He secretly hopes that Yondrim has decided to do some cooking in the middle of the night.
When Beri brings up the lock, Beltrin agrees "Well, we certainly seem to have made some enemies in Hook City. We should probably upgrade our defenses here, starting with the lock on the front door."
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Wednesday April 25th, 2012 7:59:22 PM
Zane takes his turn at a shift watch, he then retires to his room and after he rests he takes up a position on one of the balance posts and meditates until someone yells or comes to get him, of course his door is open a bit.
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 0
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor 3 hours
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 d20+4=23 ; d20+8=16 ; Wednesday April 25th, 2012 9:04:46 PM
Beriothian and Bosk sit in the front room and play a friendly game of chess while sipping some port from the tuar's homeland. Despite the taur's greater proficiency in the game Bosk seems a bit distracted and Beri eventually manages to take the cleric's king.
ooc: Not sure if I'm supposed to be posting for Bosk while he's on vacation.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Wednesday April 25th, 2012 9:24:52 PM
Alexi looks at the outstretched hand and smiles. "The Inspector Generalisimo sought it wise to only give us one copy. It would be a breach of security to issue eight Letters of Marque. What if one got lost, stolen? No. The Inspector Generalisimo issued us only one. The Iron Adventurer High Spokesperson has that copy." He leans over to his inquisitor, "You can come with me to our tower and see the papers youself or send one of your trusted guards. But I am sure Inspector Aulander can verify our, my, authenticity himself. If you care to disturb him. I can wait. But it would be easier for you to escort me to the Iron Adventurers Headquarters Grand Tower. It's not far.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Thursday April 26th, 2012 6:01:06 AM
Restlin will take a watch if required, otherwise he's happy to sleep through the night.
The Yard -- Jim C Thursday April 26th, 2012 12:03:54 PM "Hmpf, just as I thought." The inspector was just about to sit down when a light knock on the interrogation room door stopped him, and then the door opened and a young officer most likely known to the inspector, motioned him to attend him outside. "Don't go anywhere," the inspector said to Alexi, picking up his pen and papers, "that's probably the evidence we need now to hang you." Leaving and locking the door behind him, Alexi is left alone in the small gloomy room, a half cup of water his only companion.
Perception DC20 to Highlight to display spoiler: {Alexi hears laughter outside the door}
After about an hour, the door opens and a city guardsman tells Alexi he is free to go and escorts him to the front lobby.
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Thursday April 26th, 2012 12:06:55 PM "Zeoll?"
...
"Zeoll, is the bad man gone?"
...
Zeoll's twin girls flutter from solidity to non-solid forms as they seem to be looking around his room as he crafts.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+20=33 ; d20+13=33 ; Thursday April 26th, 2012 3:12:46 PM
Zeoll reassures the spirits. "It's okay. We'll take care of it." He continues to speak calmly.
Diplomacy 33
When they are calm, he asks them what the bad man looked like, where he went in the tower, and what he did.
Then the liontaur goes where the ghosts direct, trying to pick up a scent or a footprint or any sign that anything has been touched.
He tells his friends what is going on, too.
Survival to track 33! plus scent!
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Thursday April 26th, 2012 7:45:26 PM "He was all black. His clothes, skin, eyes, everything!"
Zeoll smells nothing. Whatever had been in here, if the girls were being truthful, hadn't left any sign he had been.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 d20+12=22 ; d20+7=22 ; Thursday April 26th, 2012 7:47:13 PM
Just as Beri knocks over Bosk's king Zeoll emerges and shares what the twins and told him.
In our tower! This is not good at all. what did the girls say? Is there any chance he is still in here? The two chess players quickly start securing the tower, making sure the intruder is really gone and looking for clues.
ooc: umm, I noticed after rolling that even with a nat 20 we couldn't do better than Zeoll, so pleas assume that Bosk was smarter than the person filling in for him and decided to aid Zeoll.
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Thursday April 26th, 2012 7:56:18 PM
The girls speak in unison, "We didn't go near him, he was scary!" Then Marie speaks, "I saw him leave out the front door, I don't think he saw me though."
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20+5=11 ; d20+5=10 ; Thursday April 26th, 2012 9:15:16 PM
Perc +5 = 11.
Alexi sits quietly, rather amused, knowing that he hadn't even gone into the house in question, so there certainly wouldn't have any thing in it to link him to the murder. Not even Scent.
At the front lobby, Alexi asks for his Inqusitor. If the man presents himself, Alexi commends the man for his dilligence and wishes him well in his further investigations.
Alexi then heads back to the tower, ever vigilant of followers. Perc +5 = 10
At the tower, Alexi catches the group up on his mis-adventures and is in turn caught up on the news of the Intruder.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Thursday April 26th, 2012 9:24:56 PM
"With Inquisitors like that it's no wonder the city asked for our help." Yondrim says his response to Alexi's tale and slaps the man on the back, "I'm glad to see they didn't string you up or try to force a confession out of you."
At Zeoll's news of their visit he frowns, "All black? Even his skin and eyes? I've seen some dark skinned men and some dark elves.. .but not black like they seem to be describing.. does not sound natural.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Thursday April 26th, 2012 9:40:20 PM "Unless it was painted or tattooed on. I've got some sections or very dark ink in areas across my back. I've heard rumors of tribes or other organizations that use tattoos to mark allegiances of their members."
Zane nods as he speaks, he'll show the others the tattoo on his back if they really want to see it.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining d20+14=29 ; d20+14=32 ; Thursday April 26th, 2012 10:24:48 PM
"All black you say?" Restlin takes a moment to think of anything that would cause that...
***
Knowledge Arcana: 29 Spellcraft: 32 (not sure which was appropriate, SO I ROLLED BOTH)
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Friday April 27th, 2012 2:21:55 AM "Did the bad man touch anything? How long was he here?" Beltrin asks the ghostly girls, hoping they are still around to answer and not too frightened of the intruder.
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Friday April 27th, 2012 11:51:23 AM "I don't know," answered one girl in reply to Beltrin's query, "we tried to follow him, but not too closely, it was like he could see us even when ethereal."
The other girl motioned to a corner of the room, "He was over there for a bit, maybe he pooped in the corner."
Putting his mind to it, Restlin can only think that the man was using illusory magic to hide his identity since no race of humanoids were all black--even drow had various shades of dark blue, but their eyes were never all black.
About this time Alexi enters the Iron Tower, he didn't get a chance to say goodbye to his inspector friend, but was glad to be out of the Yard--he had a feeling there that if you weren't in law enforcement, you were a suspect and that wasn't a good feeling to have.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Friday April 27th, 2012 8:05:33 PM I volunteer Bosk to investigate the poop corner!
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Friday April 27th, 2012 10:49:08 PM "Better him than me, I did 3 years of latrine duty at the monastery. Mostly because I did something or other that they unapproved of."
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- d20+10=18 ; Saturday April 28th, 2012 11:15:56 AM
"Bah, what's a little poop." Yondrim says before moving over to investigate the corner in question.. careful not to step in any poop and will cast Detect Magic as well.
Perception: 18
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Saturday April 28th, 2012 11:40:12 PM
Alexi gets up the courage to speak to the two ghost girls. To him, it shouldn't make sense, but...
"I am told you said the black man had gone out the front door. Did he open the door or did he just 'go through it'?"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Sunday April 29th, 2012 2:34:37 PM
"Obviously he's using some sort of illusion magic to disguise himself. Between that, the flying, and the non-detection fields we keep butting heads with, it's obvious we're tangling with an arcane caster. None of us have been able to dispel that field he puts up yet...not a good sign."
Restin is curious to learn what Yondrim found in the corner...
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Sunday April 29th, 2012 11:11:19 PM "Maybe he's not.... Didn't we witness our friends Shadow being nailed to a wall. What if this person is made from the stuff of Shadows themselves? It is possible isn't it?"
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Monday April 30th, 2012 12:59:02 AM "Restlin's right that it's most likely an arcane caster. But there's many sources of magic, so nothing is for sure. Whatever the source of the magic, it does appear to be more powerful than ours. He knows who we are, and we have little knowledge of him. The sooner we find out why Heather was murdered, the better, and the next step seems to take us beyond the walls of Hook City."
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Monday April 30th, 2012 1:36:48 PM
"The fact that therre is no scent makes me suspect an illusion, says Zeoll, "except that the girrls would be immune to mind-affecting magic. Still, just because a foe has access to unknown capabilities does not mean that his magic is morre powerrful than ourrs. Just unknown. Let me sleep on this quandrry, and maybe an answerr will come in my drreams."
[OOC: I think we have not slept yet -- it is still the same day.]
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Monday April 30th, 2012 6:45:14 PM
"I was thinking more in terms of an Astral Projection. This would allow him to snoop around our place and yet not really be here," Alexi opines.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Monday April 30th, 2012 7:01:35 PM
"Cleverr, Alexi! But the girrls 'live' in the same sorrt of incorrporreal existence, and would prrobably rrealize that," opines Zeoll. He is, frankly baffled.
"I notice that I am confused," he says.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining d20+14=21 ; Monday April 30th, 2012 7:03:21 PM
"My judgement that his arcane powers might just be more powerful than ours isn't a guess due to his spooky nature. He's throwing down enchantments that we can't dispel."
"Regardless, let's get out of town and hopefully get to the bottom of all this."
***
If he has time before they leave, he'll craft one of his scrolls of haste that he has the mats for.
Spellcraft = 21 = high enough for a shiny new scroll of haste.
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Monday April 30th, 2012 9:30:34 PM
Casting Detect Magic, Yondrim checks out the corner and finds nothing--no poop and no magic. Not talking to anyone other than Zeoll, the twin girls fade away to go play.
The night has fast come and it soon approaches the witching hour.
Anyone setting watches for the night?"
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 d20+12=26 ; Monday April 30th, 2012 9:40:31 PM
Beriothian gives the corner a careful sweep for additional clues
Perception = 26 (28 on traps)
ooc: just a thought on how final exams are stressing me out... I was about to say that Beriothian wasn't able to keep watch because I am too tired (IRL) to stay up an extra three hours to take a shift >.>
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Monday April 30th, 2012 10:58:01 PM
Alexi volunteers to take a second shift.
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells d20+9=11 ; Tuesday May 1st, 2012 2:34:49 AM
Beltrin will volunteer for the first shift again. While the others sleep, he'll cast detect magic and examine the corner as well, not sure if he trusts his new-found centaur companion to have found everything. But his examinations probably prove fruitless as well.
Perception: 11
OOC: Will, my guess is that Beri is pretty tired and stressed out too. After all, I'd take finals over having a spooky guy killing all my friends and breaking into my house. Good luck on the exams!
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Tuesday May 1st, 2012 8:56:40 AM
Yondrim will also reiterate that he'll take a middle watch.
During his watch Yondrim will move around the tower with Detect Magic up at random times.
Watch Order: Beltrin, Alexi, Yondrim.. Bosk?
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Tuesday May 1st, 2012 8:58:23 AM "I'll cover whichever shift is needed, I require very little sleep. Well maybe not very little, but I can rest where ever.Just let me know when and where to watch."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:39/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Resist Energy 15 min? remaining Tuesday May 1st, 2012 9:31:28 AM
Restlin offers to take last watch, then immediately heads to bed so he won't be tired tomorrow (scratch the scroll scribing, obviously).
Walking around the tower w/ detect magic up and running (recasting as needed) & a small magical ball of light following him around, Restlin realizes that the only time the girls have interacted with him was to send him crashing to the floor when he suggested they be exorcised. He decides to change that...
"Are you there, girls? I think we may have gotten off on the wrong foot. Zeoll's rather fond of you and he seems to be a good judge of character. A little quick to go casting spells on strangers, but decent nonetheless. Anyway, I plan on staying in this tower for a while; my room is gorgeous after all. I figure we should get along. Hopefully you do too because I am in no mood to wind up on the floor or get punched by a possessed minotaur.
"Anyway, I'm Restlin and I'm a wizard. I blow stuff up, make my friends invisible, serve up a few laughs, and most importantly keep everyone clean. Ever try get getting blood out of liontaur fur? It's no picnic, girls. No picnic at all."
Restlin leaps around the corner, hoping to catch an intruder by surprise.
"I also try to keep this place tidy. Doesn't seem right to spend out hard-earned chits hiring a maid when I can magic the place clean pretty quickly, you know?"
Restlin opens the door to the roof, peaks his head up and makes sure Zeoll isn't dead. He puts two fingers to his eyes then slowly moves them in an arc towards the rest of the sky; eyes glaring at the world letting it know Restlin the Wizard is on the job. He heads back downstairs.
"Anyway, I promise no more suggestions that you be exorcised..." Restlin will prattle on till the morning hours assuming nothing interrupts his watch.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Tuesday May 1st, 2012 9:33:13 AM
OOC: Updating mah header. I figure resist energy wore off a long time ago.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Tuesday May 1st, 2012 12:01:51 PM
ooc: I am back in the the country and just got home this morning.
Bosk shakes the fog from his head. Sorry, my mind seems to have been somewhere else since we left the auction. Are we planning to sleep together downstairs or in our rooms? If we are on different floors, it will be a little more difficult to wake each other up and come to the others aid. However, if we are splitting up, I plan to stay up for a while crafting, but I will get up early to take the last watch. Turning to the girls (if they are still around), the cleric kindly asks If you happen to see the man again, can you please tell whoever is standing guard or wake up those of us who are asleep?
ooc: I recommend we sleep together downstairs so we can watch each others backs.
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Tuesday May 1st, 2012 12:22:26 PM
The night passes uneventfully--even the girls did not make an appearance and it's unknown whether they heard Restlin's apology or not, but there are a small bunch of handpicked cornflowers next to him when he rises in the morning.
In the full light of day, with beams of sunlight shining through the windows of the tower, the little corner that everyone was so intent on now is fully visible and there is still no poop in it, but there is a very small hole--perhaps a mouse hole, but even at that size, it would have to be a very small mouse.
After morning activities are done, the group sits down for breakfast and discusses what to do next.
So, what next?
BTW, where are you storing the Mind Flayer teleport circle & painting, Evil Brand, and Heather Brody's portrait?
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Tuesday May 1st, 2012 12:38:10 PM
The Mind Flayer teleport circle & painting are currently buried deep under ground, underneath the floor of Black's shop in Mud Town. Our goal was to make it harder to sense and to have it deep enough that nothing could teleport there and then be shunted off into someone's basement.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Tuesday May 1st, 2012 12:52:27 PM
ooc: I sent everyone an email, please let me know if you didn't receive it.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Tuesday May 1st, 2012 1:54:44 PM
Oh kindly DM Jim, any result from Zeoll's Read Dream ability? From a prior post:
Using his new Read Dreams ability, he goes to bed, hoping for prophetic insight into the assassin the party seeks.
Note to DM: The Read Dream ability requires a secret Sense Motive check. Zeoll's is a +7.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 d20+12=21 ; Tuesday May 1st, 2012 7:17:20 PM
As the sunlight fills the room the rogue notices a hole in their once pristine wall. Huh? What are the odds that a mouse built a hole right in the spot our mystery guest was so interested? Zeoll, have you seen our young ladies today? Any chance you can ask them to take a peek inside that wall for us?
Perception = 21 (23 for traps)
ooc: We didn't notice a hole in the wall in when examining a small corner? Only one thing comes to mind: http://www.giantitp.com/comics/oots0003.html
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Tuesday May 1st, 2012 8:23:25 PM
Sitting at the table and contemplating his dream last night, Zeoll's not sure what to make of a dream that included half naked halfling women, a palm tree that bore donkeys as fruit and a frog that sang the blues.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Tuesday May 1st, 2012 8:27:25 PM
ooc: Was Bosk able to get any crafting in last night?
The cleric finishes his morning prayers to Gargul and stretches as he joins the others who are staring at a hole in the corner. Bosk quickly casts detect magic on the area and relays to the group what he found. Assuming nothing is inhibiting his spells he will then cast detect evil and chaos on the area. I agree that the girls are our best bet at discovering what, if anything, is down the hole.
Zeoll, your a druid right? Are you able to tell is there might be a snake or a mouse down there? Perhaps he has a familiar or some sort of pet spying on us or waiting to attack us in our sleep.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Tuesday May 1st, 2012 8:58:13 PM
Also, in case it wasn't done before, Bosk removes the furniture from his BOH.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Tuesday May 1st, 2012 11:20:11 PM
Yondrim takes the morning to fry up some crumbled sauage in a pan and then pours the contents of the skillet, grease and all, into a biscuit dough and puts them into the hearth for breakfast. Pork sauage in case anyone asks... an observant fellow might notice that he been avoiding serving beef for some reason.
"Perhaps the man plans on using it as an entrance? Bypass the door and squeeze through the hole somehow." he'll add when he moves over to the corner to look.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Tuesday May 1st, 2012 11:42:51 PM "Nah," Alexi says. "Why would he do that and then exit through the door? And someone please ask the girls if he actually opened the door or went through it. They didn't seem interested enough in me to answer me yesterday," he yawns, then takes a huge bite of breakfast.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Tuesday May 1st, 2012 11:58:29 PM
Zane munches down his portions of breakfast. He has a few thoughts about pouring or actually doing something far worse down the warren hole found in the corner... He decidedly refrains from voicing his suggestions out loud.
"Ok, I'm semi confused here... All the evidence leads to someone here in the city doesn't it? Or does that painting lead us out of the city and to somewhere else? Please remember I haven't been here all that long so I'm still trying to wrap my head around the geography of the area."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Wednesday May 2nd, 2012 7:59:21 AM
"As I understand it, we're going to check out this hotel in the picture of young Heather. See who those men were, see who'd want to kill her and everyone close to her. That sort of thing.
"It's all very depressing when put like that, isn't it? Oh well..."
Restlin will fetch a vase for the cornflowers. Asute observers will know this throws off the decor of the entire room, but he happily does it anyway.
"Of course, if everyone think's we're better off staying put and has a lead to follow here, I'm all ears."
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Wednesday May 2nd, 2012 12:24:05 PM @Bosk: yes, 4 hours as per the rules
The hole under scrutiny is about pinky size. If anything was in there, it would have to be small.
Elsewhere in the tower, the girls play by themselves. They're not good company to anyone other than Zeoll, and sometimes not even him.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:46/57 CMD = 22 Wednesday May 2nd, 2012 8:59:13 PM Zeoll, tell the girls I'll join in for a few verses of Koukuburra if they would be kind enough to help us. Other wise, I should be able to remove the entire board without too much trouble.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Wednesday May 2nd, 2012 9:23:14 PM "And Zeol, don't forget to ask the girls if the black man whent through the front door or through the open front door," Alexi reminds him.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Wednesday May 2nd, 2012 11:37:23 PM
"After we take a look at this hole, if we leave the city we should see if the city can provide us with a teleportation service as part of our investigation so we do not leave a killer loose in the city for days while we look else where for clues."
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday May 3rd, 2012 12:40:32 AM
The girls...Bosk had suddenly realizes that the girls are still roaming the tower. He had thought that perhaps their spirits could rest and that they would cross over to the Shadow Real after the murder was dealt with. Eventually the girls would have to be dealt with, how would it look for a Grim to have two ghosts running lose in his own dwelling? Perhaps Zeoll will be able to learn why the girls have not crossed over yet, but he seems to have enough to ask the girls today. The cleric thinks to himself.
If the ghosts are unable to assist the group then Bosk will peer into the hole and see what he can see with his low light and dark vision. As he peers into the hole he keeps his buckler ready to (held action) to cover the hole and place between himself and any snake or creepy crawly that may try to attack him. I'll check out the hole if Zeoll can't enlist the girl's help, but then someone else is in charge of frying us some bacon for breakfast.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Thursday May 3rd, 2012 1:40:01 AM "Why don't we ever have steak? I mean I enjoy bacon, but some variance would be nice sometimes as well. But if you're willing to accept the chance of my burning the bacon to a crisp, I'll cook it up."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Thursday May 3rd, 2012 8:06:25 AM
"Yondrim seems to know his way around a kitchen. Perhaps he'll cook us up something."
If possible, Restlin will cast a light spell and send it into the hole after Bosk has used his dark/lowlight vision.
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Thursday May 3rd, 2012 11:07:15 AM
After all manner of investigation, there seems to be nothing unusual or odd about the hole. Nothing is seen or sensed in the hole and it could be nothing more than the mortar has deteriotated away from that area. Or, it could be an extra-dimensional space that leads to the ninth plane of Gehenna--who knows.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Thursday May 3rd, 2012 11:13:19 AM
"I made biscuits.. there's sausage in them!" Yondrim replies at the request for bacon and gives Zane a strange look, "Steak? Well... um..." and he gestures towards Bosk and Zane, thinking their general boviness would be a good enough answer.
Unless someone has already done it, Yondrim will stick his finger in the hole as far as he can.
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Thursday May 3rd, 2012 12:39:37 PM
Exploring the vast depths of the hole, Yondrim sticks his finger in said hole and finds it goes in about two inches--good thing it wasn't a miniature sphere of anniliation or his finger would be gone.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Thursday May 3rd, 2012 1:42:18 PM
Zeoll does his best to catch up, and to facilitiate communication with the girls.
In the morning, he wonders if it is time to report in to the Inspector before heading to Heranmar. We are going to Heranmar, right?
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Thursday May 3rd, 2012 2:42:05 PM
OOC: is this a stone wall?
DM Jim: yes
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday May 3rd, 2012 5:52:02 PM
Bosk laughs a little at Yondrim. You do realize that minotaurs are no more related to cows than centaurs are right? That's the whole reason we hate the cow jokes so much, it is an insult to our heritage and divine creation. The fact is that all races of taurs are related to each other as descendants of one single noble taur race created by Domi. But through some great tragedy lost in time, the taurs diverged into liontaur, minotaur, and centaur. Though the details of the incident have been lost, and the very subject taboo among my people, the one thing we do remember was that it was the fault of the centaurs...he glances over towards the resident centaur...but that was a long time ago...
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Thursday May 3rd, 2012 6:03:23 PM "The Rift may have been caused by the Centaurs, but I always believed it was because of the Liontaurs. Sort of like, if you say something to me that causes me to thump someone else. So I lay most of the fault on the Liontaurs, but the Centaurs have enough blame as well. And from my learnings amungst the humans, We Minotaurs are to blame for keeping the wedge alive and well for all these years by our refusing to let it pass, because it is a matter of Honor. So, I guess we all bear the shame of the rift, and we will for the foreseeable future...." Zane, just bows his head and closes his eyes. The slight shake of his head is probably something he doesn't even know he did.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday May 3rd, 2012 6:34:36 PM Where would we be without honor?
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Thursday May 3rd, 2012 6:42:25 PM "I'm not refuting it, I was just pointing it out is all. If we wish Imod to restore us to our former Glory, it'll take all three of our Taurish races meeting together and accepting what has happened far in the past, until that time, we will be what we are. I know about Honor and what it means. Heck, I uphold my own standards of honor"
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Thursday May 3rd, 2012 7:45:04 PM
"I do not mean that you are related to the cows.. but that you might relate to them. I myself have no problem eating horse, it's quite good really, but I've known some men whose stomachs turn at the thought of eating meat from some of the great apes of the jungles. It's a odd subject to bring up where dinner is concerned... but let us say that steak is back on the menu."
And since he gets to keep his finger, he shrugs, "but... Heranmar seems the most logical choice given our clues"
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Thursday May 3rd, 2012 9:40:53 PM
Alexi looks up at the ceiling and ponders, "How can you blame the divergence of the Taur race on Centaurs when the Divergence created the three separate Taur races and thus a 'Centaur' race did not exist, as a separate race, before the Divergence? Thus, if it was the 'Centaur' race's fault, it was also the 'Minotaur' and 'Liontaur' races as well, as they were all Three-in-One. Right?"
"Before we go galavanting off, we should check in with the Inpsector General and stop by our storage bin. And, set up some magical and non-magical defenses here."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 d20+13=18 ; Thursday May 3rd, 2012 11:21:44 PM Before we go does anybody have a magic spell that can seal this hole? If not I will plug it up with something. Beriothian gives the hole and the surrounding area his own thorough examination, paying special attention to any signs of scratches from spurs on the floor.
Perception = 18, 21 on traps
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Thursday May 3rd, 2012 11:23:57 PM
ooc: To plug it non-magically I will light a candle and drip wax in, then push the candle and dripped wax in, maxing a tight seal.
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Friday May 4th, 2012 12:02:37 PM
Beri seals the hole with a candle, effectivily making it waterproof.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Friday May 4th, 2012 12:52:40 PM
"I wonder what this will do..." Restlin casts mend on the wax-filled hole. "If we had a rock that fit in that hole, I could make the repair more permanent. Anyway, we could head to the WLA or Catacombs for a few magical protections. A scroll of Arcane Lock and Nondetection for Beltrin and myself would be useful, but of course nondetection only lasts a few hours. I'm open to other ideas..maybe you holy types have a few tricks up your sleeves. The girls seem eager to let Zeoll know if anyone breaks in. That's handy..."
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday May 4th, 2012 2:33:13 PM
Bosk smile, I have an idea, how about we try scrying on the murderer? I just learned a version of the spell yesterday. With the broken weapon, bead from the necklace, and the hair we found I should have a fair shot of finding him, especially if someone has a spell that can boot my wisdom for awhile.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Friday May 4th, 2012 4:32:10 PM
Zeoll has no way to boost his friend's wisdom, alas. But he thinks the divination is a good idea.
He repeats his suggestion that the group check in with the inspector before heading to Heranmar.
OOC to Kindly DM Jim -- is there time to stop in and shop the Catacombs before we go?
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday May 4th, 2012 5:19:16 PM
ooc: I think we should talk about what to do next via email over the weekend so as to not clutter the board. In particular, do we want to go to Heranmar with the killer still in Hook City? Should we have Bosk cast his spell? It would make no sense to scry on someone we believe is in town if we are planning to leave. Also, do we need anything from the catacombs?
Lastly, no one reported not receiving my last email, so at this time I am assuming my list is correct.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday May 4th, 2012 5:34:16 PM
Cayzle, did you ever use the potion of Owl's Wisdom you got from Jerry in April of 2011?
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Friday May 4th, 2012 8:14:57 PM Bosk, you spent last night studying and learning new spells? I'm impressed.
The Iron Tower -- Jim C Friday May 4th, 2012 8:37:19 PM Yes, you may go to the Catacombs--you're only killing time, or so you think.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20+15=17 ; Friday May 4th, 2012 11:10:37 PM
Bosk shrugs, Call it divine inspiration, but the spell just came to me as I prayed as if my horizons had suddenly broadened. I actually spent most of my time crafting to upgrade my cloak of resistance.
Craft check = 17, passed (I needed to roll a natural 1 or higher to succeed)
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Friday May 4th, 2012 11:13:26 PM
Beltrin pays scant attention to the conversation on the origin of the Taurs while he stuffs his face with the tasty biscuits. He is impressed when Bosk mentions that Gargul has seen fit to grant him the power to scry. I've got to study harder..."I agree that we should try what divination music we have at our disposal. If that proves fruitless, I think that Heranmar makes the most sense. We haven't had much luck in tracking our adversary, and maybe there are some clues there that would lead us to his identity and motives"
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday May 7th, 2012 11:47:28 AM So if I am hearing everyone right, it sounds like the plan is to go to the catacombs to buy supplies. Then I will cast my spells and try my hand at scrying. If that gives us some leads we will follow up on them, if not, then we will see if we can find a way to teleport to Heranmar.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Monday May 7th, 2012 12:40:50 PM
"Yup, that sounds right." Restlin grabs a some of Yondrim's breakfast & gathers some belongings. "I'm going to pick some things to help protect the tower. I'll meet you guys at the catacombs later if that's where you're headed."
Restlin will also ask to peruse Beltrin's spells again, and will of course offer his recently acquired spells as well.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday May 7th, 2012 1:30:17 PM Does anyone have any suggestions on magic that we could use to fortify our tower a bit more? After purchasing that locker, my funds are running a bit low, but I do have some gold left to contribute.
ooc: Please let me know if your character did not have enough gold to play for their share of the locker, and Bosk will deduct the cost from his gold assuming he get paid back next time we get some loot. Also, I believe there are two players who Bosk footed the registration fee for last summer. I'm not in any rush or immediate need of cash, but it would be nice to square things up after the next big payday.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Monday May 7th, 2012 2:29:40 PM
Zeoll put four hours yesterday into upgrading his cloak of resistance. He still has some hours left to go. He figures that if he works on it on the road he can finish it before the group gets to Heranmar.
At the CC he needs to buy some armor and a wand of curing. And a few other goodies.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Monday May 7th, 2012 2:41:37 PM
Alexi puts his hands in his pockets and pulls out a few coppers. "Heh, how much do we each owe for the locker? Seems like I'm going to be owing a life-time of work for you guys. Man, who'd thunk it was this expensive to live in a city? I sure wish I was back out in the wild lands. I may have been 'dirt poor' but it didn't cost anything either. Sheesh!"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Monday May 7th, 2012 4:53:03 PM
OOC: Did anyone give a breakdown for what we owe on that locker? James, Restlin can cover his share. Give me a $$ amount & he'll hand it over.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday May 7th, 2012 5:01:20 PM
ooc: 2,700 gp split among 8 players (Bosk, Beri, Cayzle, Restlin, Belrtin, Alexi, Zane, Yondrim) = 337.5gp each Honestly, that's less than I was thinking when split among the group.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 d20+14=27 ; d3=1 ; d20+14=22 ; d20+14=18 ; Monday May 7th, 2012 6:21:15 PM
Upon return from The Catacombs, Restlin hands two red chits to Bosk. "Here. That's roughly enough to cover myself, Alexi and Yondrim. It's not fair that our two newest keep getting hit for these expenses before they make any scratch working with us, you know?"
He heads upstairs. "I'll be nose deep in arcane writing if anyone needs me!"
***
Spellcraft to learn arcane lock and fire trap (DC 17 & 19, respectively): 27,22 (ignore the d3)
Restlin will spend the rest of the day scribing these spells into his spellbook, then will craft a scroll of haste he already has the mats for: (Spellcraft vs. DC 10: 18)
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Monday May 7th, 2012 7:08:44 PM "With the little I've received in chits, there's nothing I can afford of what I want or see my needing in the future." Zane hands over the four white chits he pulled out of his inside pocket.
OOC: I only show 3400 in loot, is that correct? That was my share of the Ring adventure or did I miss a lot somewhere?
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday May 7th, 2012 8:05:41 PM
Bosk joins the others in the trip to the catacombs, but looks surprised when Restlin heads back to the tower to work on his arcane writing. Did you want to wait until I try my hand at scrying before you begin your writing? If we can identify his location, we might be heading out immediately.
ooc: I believe we each received 2 red chits from ring, the rest went to healing wands and such.
In addition, Bosk, Zeoll, Beri, Restlin and Zane each received 14,914.8gp for selling the Flametongue Swords that were collected in the ring (I believe that means Zane owes me a 10% finder's fee :)
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Monday May 7th, 2012 8:14:35 PM
Restlin stops short going up the stairs. "Yea...but I should start getting these entered into my book so we can protect this place. I got spells to make our locks more secure and blow up anyone who opens them anyway. Go buy your toys & let me know when you find something. I'll make sure I can leave immediately."
OOC: Ok, no scroll of haste. I'll just get those spells down so I can prepare them tomorrow and get this place secure.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Monday May 7th, 2012 8:44:28 PM
Zane, after thinking for a while says, "You all keep saying that you can make magic items, there are a couple items I'm looking for, the first is an Amulet of Mighty Fists with the Holy Enchantment on it, the other is a (slotless) Robe of Arcane Heritage. There is a Ring I'd like as well, I believe it's called a Ring of Force Fangs. Are any of them something you can craft?"
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Monday May 7th, 2012 9:05:24 PM
Oh yes, scrying, and if nothing turns up, shopping and Heranmar. "If something does turn up, we'rre off!" says Zeoll.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Monday May 7th, 2012 9:44:51 PM Can one of you more magically knowledgeable guys tell me, would a ring of continuous haste cost me 9,000g?
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday May 7th, 2012 10:23:13 PM
After making his purchases from the catacombs Bosk casts Nemesis Insight and then drinks his newly (soon to be bought) potion of owl's wisdom greatly increasing the strength of his next spell. Holding the broken dagger, hair from the rug, glass bead, and the painting from the locker, he recalls Heather's murder and casts Nemesis Scrying to detect the one responsible.
Base Will Save = 20 (10+ 4 Spell Level + 4 Wisdom Bonus +2 Nemesis Insight)
ooc: If the hair (or any blood sample Bosk collected) we have is from him, then he has an additional -10 to will save, if it is not any of his possessions I have will give him a -4 to will save. For a knowledge connection, if he is the man in black and we have met, then he has no bonus, but if we only have the second hand info (such as the girls description) he would get a +5 bonus to save. Note that no material component or spell focus is required for this spell.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday May 7th, 2012 10:30:27 PM
ooc :Beri: The wold generally doesn't allow custom items like that. Typically it needs to be a specific / standard item listed in the book. Anything else (such as a continuous version) would have to be acquired or made in game and would require the DM's approval.
Zane: I will have to look at the requirements more closely and compare that to my skill level.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Monday May 7th, 2012 10:33:04 PM
Yondrim smiles as Restlin hands over some payment for him but shakes his head, "I may not have earned chits with you, but I have in the past. The gesture is appreciated, but I can cover my share." and ends over his own coins.
OOC: Did we ever sell all those magic daggers and such from the gang fight or did we not take them?
Beltrin (Keith) AC: 18/15/18 HP: 42/56 CMD: 20 Spells Monday May 7th, 2012 10:35:09 PM
Beltrin is happy to trade spells with Restlin and will even offer to split the cost of the scrolls with him. Whatever personality conflicts the two wizards might have, they are quickly forgotten when the expansion of his magical power is at hand.
Beri, I don't think that a custom item like that would be allowed in the Wold, since it doesn't fall under the specific listings for specialty items here:
If it is allowed, it would cost 30,000 gp (spell level 3 x caster level 5 x 2,000 gp).
OOC: I'm re-counting for XP, but it looks like Beltrin might be just short of level 7 by ~70 xp. James, I'll let you know if the re-count does have him level up.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Monday May 7th, 2012 10:38:02 PM "I, myself, have been anxiously waiting to afford one of those Invisible Ventriloquist Hats. You can cast insults at anyone within 30 feet completely undetected. But alas, I've got a lot of dishes to wash before I can pay off my debts here, not to mention save enough up for it."
Iron Tower -- Jim C Tuesday May 8th, 2012 1:42:04 AM
Bosk casts his spell and can find nothing out about the murderer of Heather Brody.
So the plan is to stay another day?
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 d20+14=23 ; d20+14=31 ; d20+14=23 ; d20+14=25 ; d20+14=19 ; Tuesday May 8th, 2012 8:27:05 AM
Restlin shrugs as Yondrim hands over his gold. "I wasn't trying to imply anyone was poor. I just figure if we're quick to divvy up booty based on who was present for the adventure, it makes sense that we'd do the same for our debts. 'Welcome to the Iron Adventurers! That will be 5000 gold, please!' isn't much of a recruitment slogan."
Restlin will instead hand over 1 red chit and the 162 gp in coin he has. "I think that's about 10gp short of what Alexi and I owe.
"As far as our plans, Beltrin and I can undoubtedly keep ourselves busy locking this place down for an extended leave. Maybe Beri can see about upgrading our locks and adding some more mundane traps. Perhaps everyone else can go talk to the Inspector and see about getting teleported to and from Hernamar, or else arrange passage on a ship through the plains. What's say we plan on leaving tomorrow?"
Assuming that's the plan, Restlin goes ahead and finishes scribing his two spells into his book, then takes a crack at learning the spells Beltrin has that he still lacks...
Scribing those two scrolls and learning (not scribing) the spells from Beltrin's book will take Restlin 11 hours. After that he'll likely collapse and sleep till morning.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Tuesday May 8th, 2012 8:38:50 AM
...but before heading up, he'll answer Zane. "I know that ring, but I lack the metamagic abilities needed to forge it. Sorry..."
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20+1=4 ; Tuesday May 8th, 2012 10:33:55 AM
Alexi takes the time to go to the storage company and check on the storage bin. He then stops by Inspector Clus.. Aulander's office and informes him, privately, their plans of checking on a lead outside the city. He does not divulge the location, just that it outside Hook City. "However, if the City could provide Teleportation for us, the trip will be much quicker. Any chance of that?" he asks.
Dipl +1= 4. phat chance huh?
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Tuesday May 8th, 2012 10:41:43 AM
After failing to communicate with Heather or to use the Power of the Edge, Bosk isn't too shocked when the spell fails to scry their target. Well, that was the last trick I had up my sleeve. Any thoughts?
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Tuesday May 8th, 2012 10:45:12 AM I'm not sure we have much else to do besides follow our original lead in that other town.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- d20+12=16 ; Tuesday May 8th, 2012 4:42:59 PM
Yondrim will accompany Alexi to the storage unit and the Inspector's office to let him know their progress including the influx of dead bodies and a potential lead outside of Hook City. He'll express the groups concern about leaving the city for a large length of time given that the killer is still lose, but that it is their only current lead... and that a teleportation spell would assist greatly.
Diplomacy: 16
Out and about -- Jim C Wednesday May 9th, 2012 11:53:46 AM
Alexi and Yondrim check out the storage bin and nothings changed, so they decide to inform Inspector Aulander of their findings but the man is out, it's his day off. The nice, well, relativily nice, desk sergeant gives the pair some expense forms and say that they'll be compensated for any approved expenses after the fact--he can offer no other information on your situation.
Meanwhile, time passes--hopefully any clues in Heranmar are still there by the time the group decides to do anything about it.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Wednesday May 9th, 2012 6:40:19 PM
With no one able to craft the Items Zane is after, he decides to no go to the Catacombs, knowing he'll need a lot more to afford what he needs. He does decide to head to the WLA guild hall and pay his dues to become a Journeyman in rank. (5k marked off chits) He leaves a note at the tower, and plans on being back for the next meal.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Wednesday May 9th, 2012 7:14:47 PM
Zeoll goes to the Catacombs, then packs for a trip.
(posting on the CC board)
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Wednesday May 9th, 2012 7:52:01 PM I get the strangest feeling that we should get moving to Heranmar soon.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Wednesday May 9th, 2012 9:56:02 PM
Restlin's still upstairs studying, but is prepared to leave at a moment's notice should the party decide to head out today.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday May 9th, 2012 10:30:19 PM
ooc: I am studying late tonight for a test, so I will try to get the catacombs order filled tonight.
Bosk kicks the ground, somewhat dejected that all his recent spells have failed. I'll start looking for a wizard who can teleport us to Heranmar and back. Given their trade industry, someone is bound to be familiar with the location. I'm guessing that we will need to pay a little more for the wizard to wait for us while we investigate and to teleport us back. Anyone want to come with me?
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Wednesday May 9th, 2012 10:39:12 PM
Alexi volunteers to go with Bosk. The more he goes about the city, the more he'll learn its streets and allys. And you never know who you might spot.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Wednesday May 9th, 2012 10:47:20 PM
ooc: we could walk...
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Wednesday May 9th, 2012 11:01:36 PM
Yondrim relays the message about the expense report to the rest of the group. He also plans on heading to the catacombs for some supplies.
OOC: This is only the 2nd morning since Heather has been killed right? Or did I miss a day?
I really need to update my character sheet...
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday May 9th, 2012 11:40:38 PM
ooc: Geography wise we (the IA) only know where the Gateway Downs and Ice Vein are in relationship to Hook City since the great migration. We know that the Gateway Downs neighbors Hook City to the West (North on the Hook City map since the city rotated counter clockwise 90* during the Great Migration and Heranmar rotated clockwise 90*. The Gateway Downs was previously our neighbor to the North, so I would assume some geography of the area should be available to us, and Heranmar was and is still the closest town in that region to Hook City. Judging by the Gateway downs map I would say we would most likely be looking at a 100+ mile walk. That said, Bosk is from the Taur Islands and wouldn't know that.
I will double check, but I believe we have slept twice since Heather's death. (Day 1, discover Heather. Day 2, question her corpse and fight bullies. Day 3 is today.)
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Thursday May 10th, 2012 7:49:16 AM
Zeoll thinks he can either remember or find out the way to Heranmar. DM Jim, is it common knowledge? If not, Zeoll can make some knowledge and gather info checks.
Heranmar -- Jim C Thursday May 10th, 2012 12:25:35 PM
Skilled as he is, Zeoll pretty much knows the way to Heranmar, in fact there are caravans leaving Hook City everyday and head that way. Of course it would be quicker to teleport there and the best price the group can find is 500gp, one way.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Thursday May 10th, 2012 12:33:48 PM
Zeoll pushes the overland route.
"The open sky! The grreat outdoorrs! I say we should take a walk!"
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Thursday May 10th, 2012 4:21:30 PM
"I like the outdoors and the prospect of being able to stretch my legs as well, Zeoll, but I do not like the time it would take us to travel there and back while leaving a killer on the loose. We'd be better off to pay a wizard to take us there and back. The city may pay us back, but even if they don't it's a small price to pay to save some lives"
OOC: Do we know how long the trip would take/how far it is?
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Thursday May 10th, 2012 5:14:16 PM "By forcing ourselves, we could probably make the distance in as little as three days, but that will tire us out. Covering it in five days would leave us pretty much normal afterwards. That's the thing about traveling distances, rushing will tire us out, traveling normally will cause unacceptable lengths of time to traverse while we move about. And the travel times I used are for a distance of about 100 miles and what the effects would be like."
Zane doesn't say it, but traveling by teleport would save time and energy, which they might just need wherever it is that they were planning on going to.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday May 10th, 2012 6:17:30 PM
Bosk simply raises an eyebrow, How many murder's is this man averaging a day, assuming we have found them all? I don't think we can spend several days, let alone a week, traveling.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Thursday May 10th, 2012 9:23:02 PM I would rather walk. Odds are he did't manage to teleport into the magic city undetected... or out for that matter. If he went on foot we may be able to learn something by retracing his footsteps, and it should be safe if we follow the caravan. Though I agree we don't want to wear ourselves out, if we go on foot it may be time I get myself a horse.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Thursday May 10th, 2012 11:19:30 PM
"We can always teleport there and walk back if we crack the case while we're there. I'd rather take the trip myself, but we have a job to do..."
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Thursday May 10th, 2012 11:42:21 PM "Beam me over there, Scotty!" Alexi blurts out.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday May 11th, 2012 1:42:03 AM Once oner there, can one of you use a scroll to teleport us back?
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+13=17 ; d20+20=27 ; Friday May 11th, 2012 7:07:48 AM
Zeoll wracks his brain to recall what he can of how high-powered magic works ... Knowledge Arcana 17 ... memory subdomain reroll is a 27 ...
"As I rrecall, 500 gold is a fairr prrice forr a teleporrt ... but cast by a mid-level mage, the spell only trransporrts the casterr and thrree humans. Taurrs count as two humans. So we would need ..." the liontaur counts on his fingers ...
"Firrst casting: brrings Bosk and Berri therre. Second casting: rreturrns mage to Hook City. Thirrd casting: brrings Zeoll and Alexi therre. Fourrth casting: rreturrns mage. Fifth casting: brrings Yondrrim and Rrestlin therre. Sixth casting: rreturrns mage. Seventh casting: brrings Zane and Beltrin therre. Eighth casting: rreturrns mage."
Zeoll grins. "And I'm almost out of fingerrs! So we arre looking at 4,000 gp minimum, to save thrree days, and will the mage take eight chances of teleporrt mishap? Does that cost extrra? I still think walking is best. We also have to walk back, rright?"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Friday May 11th, 2012 8:02:39 AM
"...shoot, he's right. Ok guys, pack your bags because we're walking. We should still leave in the morning to make sure I can cast some protections on this tower we call home, but if you think we need to leave now, I can be ready."
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday May 11th, 2012 10:47:01 AM
Bosk thinks about the groups situation for a while, Are any of you afraid of nondimensional spaces? My bag of holding could hold a few people, especially if we got some scrolls of reduce person and cast them on the group.
ooc: Bosk's BOH is large sized and was custom crafted to have the opening on the long side of the bag as opposed to the shorter side.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Friday May 11th, 2012 11:45:41 AM
Yondrim nods at Bosk and adds in, "If it is only a hundred miles I can make it there in several hours instead of days... and," he scrunches up his face a moment before continuing, "And I can probably do it while carrying one of you slow two-legged folks as well."
Teleporting -- Jim C Friday May 11th, 2012 1:34:37 PM You could always ask your buddy Alistair...
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Friday May 11th, 2012 1:39:27 PM
OOC and LOL ... our good buddies have a way of turning up dead lately! We should stop by just to make sure he's still breathing!
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Friday May 11th, 2012 1:39:55 PM
Or maybe stop by in Mudtown to see if our shop is still standing!
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday May 11th, 2012 1:54:12 PM
Maybe checking on them will kill them :)
Anyone hear from Keith lately?
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Friday May 11th, 2012 2:55:56 PM
OOC: If this guy managed to kill Alistair, I'm off the case.
"Well, let's go see if Alistair can lend a hand. We should all go, and realistically be ready so we don't have to waste too much of his time if he agrees to help."
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Friday May 11th, 2012 3:24:00 PM
OOC: I had the same thought. If Alistair is dead we officially declare the case a dead end and give up. Maybe relocate to the Ice Vein too.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday May 11th, 2012 5:02:07 PM
The horned cleric suddenly jerks his head up, Hey, why don't we visit Alistair? He might be able to help us, alfter all, he took us all to the Sargrass once. Bosk prepares to head over to see Alistair, and while there will see if he can get the city to preserve Heather's body for a few extra days in case it is needed for evidence. If that is not possible, he will ask if he can keep Heather's Holy Symbol in his custody until a family member can be found.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Friday May 11th, 2012 7:53:23 PM Brilliant idea Bosk! It's been a while since I've seen Maikill as well, can't wait to see those guys.
Teleporting -- Jim C Friday May 11th, 2012 11:58:28 PM So I take it the order will be: morgue, the shop, then back into Hook City and see Alistair?
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Saturday May 12th, 2012 1:13:51 AM
OOC: So far this module we have gotten ... 20 +1 daggers. 8 chain shirts. 1 +2 chain shirt. 1 +2 longsword. 1 Bracers of armor +2. 1 Wand of Fireballs.
Have we sold any of this and split the proceeds? We really should.
Zeoll has enough with his cash on hand without this loot to complete his shopping, though it puts him close to broke.
Also, Zeoll is paying 500 to help pay for current costs, auction fees, etc etc.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Saturday May 12th, 2012 1:51:30 PM
ooc: Bosk has no use for the items, so selling them is fine by him. Also, Grendel we the former party member that left with Alistair, Maikill left to hunt down and kill his Uncle.
My preference is to see Alistair first. Although I want to check on the shop, I see no specific reason to do so. As far as the morgue, I figured I would need Alistair's political sway to cut through the red tape to keep Heather's body preserved and to gain custody of her Holy Symbol.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Saturday May 12th, 2012 9:34:46 PM
OOC: Alexi already took the +2 longsword and a +1 dagger. If someone else wants the longsword we can flip for it or something.
Jim C Sunday May 13th, 2012 12:17:49 AM Typically all treasure is sold and the proceeds split evenly amongst the participants. If you wish to change that, well, good luck.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Sunday May 13th, 2012 11:37:48 AM
Zane previously indicated that he wanted none of the items as listed, and he reaffirms his decision about the treasure.
As the others discuss these other people, he stays quiet, because he has never met any of them.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Sunday May 13th, 2012 9:23:51 PM
ooc: I can't really use any of the loot either. We may be able to enter the morgue with our letter, but since we examined the original scene I think moving forward is best.
DM Jim C Monday May 14th, 2012 11:55:50 AM Okay guys, we need to get this moving along... come to a consensus and we can get going.
If I don't hear anything to the contrary, I'll have you go to Alistairs, find his dead body and then use it as a magic carpet and fly to Heranmar.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Monday May 14th, 2012 12:06:39 PM
Zeoll returns from the Catacombs in his shiny new mail shirt. "Arre we rready to starrt walking?" he asks.
OOC: I say we take the overland route to Heranmar. It is our only lead. And walking is the best way to get there.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Monday May 14th, 2012 12:12:47 PM
OOC: Jim's idea sounds awesome... though we couldn't all fit on a dead wizard carpet... could we use it as an undead reindeer to pull a flying sleigh?
I think the plan is to go see Alistair and having him teleport us.. if he won't, we walk
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Monday May 14th, 2012 1:38:49 PM
Zeoll is willing to try Yondrim's plan too ... anything to get the party moving.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Monday May 14th, 2012 10:04:46 PM
OOC: Sorry, no consensus on killing off the wizard... but I vote go to his tower, (though I personally prefer foot travel)
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Monday May 14th, 2012 10:09:32 PM
"Guess that settles it, then!" Restlin closes his spell book, grabs his pack and heads off towards the tower to talk to Alistair.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Monday May 14th, 2012 10:11:23 PM
Alexi agrees if another friend of the group is dead It would be a shame to let the body sit there and rot for another week. So let's go check it out. Ya' never know.
As for using the body as a flying carpet, an Enlarge spell could be cast first, that would help carry more people. Then others can dangle from the outstretched arms and legs too.
Either way, Alexi does not plan to walk. He'll get a horse.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday May 14th, 2012 10:21:06 PM
Bosk ponders the idea for a moment, Do you use the whole body for the carpet, or only the skin... Bosk is in favor of seeking Alistair's help.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Tuesday May 15th, 2012 8:33:27 AM
Zane just follows along with his friends, he has no idea where it is they are headed. He's never met any of the former groups members and he's only been outside Hook cities area only on the ship he came in on.
Alistairs -- Jim C d100=87 ; d100=54 ; Tuesday May 15th, 2012 12:22:09 PM
Deciding upon a course of action, the group heads out for Alistairs. It's not long before they reach the familiar home. With no signs of suspicious nature, the knock is made on his door and shortly he opens it, "Ah, hello and what brings you to my home? Please come in." Not much has changed inside Alistairs home, in fact you would say it has reverted to a more of a bachelor's pad--Sanji is no where in sight and is not mentioned as the group enlists Alistars help to reach Heranmar as quick as possible.
"Heranmar, you don't say. I haven't been there in years, but I think I can get you there, just a moment." Going to a nearby armoire, Alistair opens it up to reveal several cloaks and other apparel inside, along with a few staves. Grabbing one and looking at it closely, he closes the armoire and comes back to the group. "Okay, get set, let's go!"
In a sudden burst of light, the entire group is teleported far and away in an instant. The sudden feeling of falling is uncomfortable at best, but is soon replaced by the shock of cold water enveloping everyone--it would seem the old man wasn't as familiar with the area as he thought.
Swimming and climbing out of the lake, the group dries itself off on the pebbly shore of the large lake. Off in the distance is the Heranmar Inn on the outskirts of the town walls. It looks to be a fortified inn, perhaps to ward off raiders and such and is approximately a half hour walk. "Well, good luck Iron Adventurers, I'll see ya around." Alistair taps his staff on the ground and he's gone.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 d20+11=13 ; Tuesday May 15th, 2012 1:16:41 PM
Restlin casts prestidigitation and causes the water to fall off himself and his companions.
"Well that was unexpected. Let's get moving...anyone at all familiar with this area?" Restlin mulls over what he knows.
***
Knowledge, Geography: 13
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Tuesday May 15th, 2012 3:55:27 PM
I'll come up with a map tonight...
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+10=23 ; d20+13=27 ; d20+13=25 ; d100=53 ; Tuesday May 15th, 2012 4:03:50 PM
Zeoll mentally sifts through his vast trove of bardic lore as he wrings the water out of his tail tuft, and is grateful that at least the group did not end up in the ocean.
Know Geography 23.
"Well, Herranmarr is wherre the explorratorry grroup of New Elenna adventurrerrs called "The Southerrn Lights" came ashorre. It is the prrime porrt and city of the Gateway Downs, although of courrse, comparred with Hook City, it is a muddy hovel."
"It is also wherre the Chaos Bell was firrst rrung afterr being silent forr many yearrs, in a deserrted chapel overr that-a-ways, if I rrecall the storry rright. That ringing was an omen, some say, of the Grreat Migrration that followed some yearrs afterr that. Orr maybe it was an omen of the Yearr of Ascension, when the gates to the Nightmarre Shadowlands opened on the Gateway Downs towns of Wane and Abandon and Thrreshold, of which only Thrreshhold was not pulled into oblivion."
"The people herre honorr the Thrree Crrones especially, as they do all overr the South, and the Gods of the Wold and the Gods of Testing are considerred outsiderrs."
"The inn we seek, I think, is overr that-a-ways." The liontaur points.
While still on the shore of the lake, Zeoll casts several spells. He casts Call Animal, seeking an eagle, a hawk, or a songbird; as well as a wolf, a bear, or a mountain lion. Failing that, he seeks a dire weasel, a dire rat, or a lion or tiger. Since Call Animal is a cantrip to the Cradled Seer, he can just keep trying.
When he gets a bird and a hunter, he casts Speak with Animals to greet these beasts. And he casts Charm Animal on his new (hopefully) friends. The save DC is 19. Speak with Animals and Charm Animal are also both cantrips for Zeoll, so he can keep on trying.
Handle Animal checks to get his new friends to heel and follow: 27 and 25.
About ten minutes travel time from the inn, Zeoll casts a Divination, asking for advice on finding out more in this area about Heather's killer. Divination roll ... needs a 74 or less ... a 53.
When the group is near to the inn, say a minute away, Zeoll casts Heroism and Honeyed Tongue on himself.
Cradled spells prepped:
lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save, 1 for a skill
OOC: I'm just typing the Heranmar background info from memory, but any omissions or errors can be considered Zeoll's. He's not a native of this place, you know.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- d20+11=13 ; d20+2=17 ; Tuesday May 15th, 2012 5:56:25 PM
Yondrim quickly half-leaps/gallops out of the surprise of the cold water, slashing his companions in his wake. Once on dry land his equine bottom shakes and shivers quickly, causing the water to spray off in a mist, though still leaving him damp.
He gives a nod towards the Inn with the others and turns to give his thanks to the Hook City mage that he just met, but by that time he's already gone.
"To the Inn then?" And he'll travel with the group on the way, watching around them as he thinks back to what he knows about the town.
Perception: 13, Knowledge: Geography: 17
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20+6=12 ; d20+3=14 ; d20+3=18 ; d20+7=21 ; d20+7=14 ; Tuesday May 15th, 2012 6:23:07 PM
The sudden shock of the cold water causes the taur to fear the worst, but it only takes a moment for him to realize that Alistair's spell had landed the group smack dab in the center of a lake. The cleric is somewhat slowed by his armor and the fact that hooves are not as effective for swimming as flat feet, but he never the less manages to make steady progress to the shore. As he swims he cannot help but think about how much his confidence in Alistair had dropped over the last month and a half. When they first met he thought Alistair to be almost all knowing and all powerful, but the unexpected bath helped Bosk to better see the limitations of the wizard.
Drying off, he shows no anger and expresses his sincere gratitude to the Magistrate, Thank you once again for assisting us, I shudder to think what ghastly events might have occurred in our absence if we had to walk all this distance.
As Zeoll relates what he knows of the ares Bosk makes a mental note not to bring up the topic of religion with the locals, for fear it will impede their investigation, and makes sure the cowl of his cloak covers the Eye of Gargul on his forehead. Although not particularly knowledgeable of the area, the cleric does what he can to recall anything he may have heard about past events that had taken place in the area and any religious facts dealing with the Edge that could have possible tie to Heather and this area.
Swim Check = 12 Knowledge History (Any events that may have led to Heather's leaving or others coming after her, or other relevant events) = 14 Knowledge Religion (Is the Edge well know here, and would the people be accepting of it or might it have been part of the reason Heather left) = 18 Perception Check (Anything out of the ordinary / people following them / etc) = 21 Check for traps (perhaps meant for raiders) = 14
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+9=23 ; Tuesday May 15th, 2012 7:42:17 PM
Landing in the water was a bit of a surprise, but getting wet was probably better than falling from half a mile. Zane gets himself to shore without too much trouble, he lingers to see if anyone needs help with getting ashore. (swim 23) Once ashore he shrugs off his haversack and then peels his robe off. Twisting it he squeezes out most of the water and then puts it back on. While it was off the tattoo on his back was clearly seen. It covers his entire back, it's a scene of stormy seas, with dark clouds and lightning, in the distance is a bronze dragon that appears to be getting closer to the viewer. Those that have seen the tattoo before, swear that the dragon seems to be getting larger, because it looked smaller and further off in the distance the last time you saw it. Once he's redressed he'll also use prestidigitation to help get the rest of the water out. "Shall we all proceed? as others have mentioned, times a wasting."
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20+7=25 ; Tuesday May 15th, 2012 9:53:28 PM
Not having the benefit of experienced teleport travel, Alexi doesn't think to take a deep breath before the vanishing act. Now he wishes he had!
Swim Check +7 = 25
His armor weighing him down, quick thinking will be his salvation. He grabs ahold of a swishing tail, Yondrin's. His equine friend is too intent on getting out of the water to notice the extra weight his tail is pulling. Alexi lets go when he realizes he can now touch the bottom and walk out on his own.
"I think it's safer by horse," Alexi grumbles but cheers up when then water suddenly disappears to Restlin's spell.
"Thank you for the ride," he tells Alistair. Despite the dunking, he is sincere in his thanks.
"Before we go plowing into the inn, do we have a story? Are we going to just announce exactly why we are here or are we going to be Smart about it? the fighter asks.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 d20+8=20 ; d20+4=17 ; d20+13=29 ; Tuesday May 15th, 2012 10:39:21 PM
Always one to pack light Beriothian has no trouble trouble swimming out of the relatively calm water of the lake. Well, that should help us stay alert on our way to town... which way is that?
As they approach Beri fills the group in on the stories he's heard of this area during his travels (knowledge local = 20), and is pleased to find out others in the group know the geography of the area as well as he does.
The rogue is very cautious as they approach, always worried that they may be walking into an ambush or a trap. Funny, it seems that since Bosk invited him to join the group this has happened surprisingly often, perhaps the cleric is bad luck.
knowledge local = d20+8=20 ; knowledge Geography= d20+4=17 ; Perception = 29 (32 for traps)
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Wednesday May 16th, 2012 8:12:14 AM
Restlin sighs inwardly and wishes Kyan were still around to have words at this uppity fighter.
"If you have any ideas, I'm sure we're all ears..."
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Wednesday May 16th, 2012 12:18:53 PM Guys, from now on, just so I can keep them straight and actually answer them, please post knowledge checks in private posts to me.
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Wednesday May 16th, 2012 12:30:55 PM
The sky overhead booms with thunder as an approaching storm rapidly heads toward the group. It's heading inland from the sea and is already pelting the city with unrelenting rain--it's more than possible that by the time you reach the Heranmar Inn, which is located at the junction of the North and Eastern road, you will be experiencing some severe weather and visibility will be hampered.
Those with some knowledge of the place, remember hearing that THE Inn of Heranmar was inside the city gates, but this Inn in question, is well outside it. Those with a sharp eye will also notice there are no lights on in or outside the Inn and looks to be abandoned.
Trap checks only cover a 10' area you are in I believe, so you need to be specific about where you are searching.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Wednesday May 16th, 2012 1:06:37 PM
Restlin attempts to use prestidigitation to form an umbrella of sorts to protect himself from the worst of the rain.
Upon arrival he notices with some disquiet the fact that this place is obviously no longer in business. He'll cast a detect magic & give the place a good once over.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20+5=12 ; Wednesday May 16th, 2012 6:49:36 PM
Alexi looks up at the sky and at his newly dried clothes. "I guess wet was what it was meant to be," he cheerfully states.
Upon noticing that the place looks abandoned, he comments, "Let us make a good search of the grounds around this place before we go in. It will be important to know if it was attacked and by who or what, or it just closed up shop."
Alexi starts looking for signs of a possible battle or skirmish. Percption +5 = 12 OOC: well, that should find the obvious things, like a catapult boulder hole in the wall, blood everywhere, heads on spikes, and the like. But Alexi is also looking for grappling hook scrapes on the walls, plethora of footprints, etc.)
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+11=29 ; Wednesday May 16th, 2012 7:06:53 PM
Zane decides it's as good a time as any to become prepared for the next few hours... He casts Mage Armor and lets it settle it's protection over and around him. "Next time we get a chance, someone slap me up side the head to make me remember to go purchase a Lesser Rod of Extend. It'll make mt buff spells last a whole lot longer than they do now...." He shakes his head and follows the others towards the apparently abandoned tavern.
Perception (Checking out the building as the group approaches) 29
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 1
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor 3 hours
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Wednesday May 16th, 2012 9:00:59 PM
Zeoll waits for the results of his spell casting before approaching the inn.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Wednesday May 16th, 2012 9:12:14 PM Just to be clear, we are about to make ourselves as suspicious and out of place as possible before entering the inn right? And shouting spells right before entering right? Because that has always worked out well for us.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20+7=27 ; d20+7=18 ; d20+7=12 ; d20+7=9 ; d20+7=20 ; Wednesday May 16th, 2012 10:30:17 PM One of us needs to learn to cast these spells without verbal components, it would make life a lot easier. Beri is right though, it would be better if any spells we cast were done out of hearing of the inn. The cleric continues to keep his eyes open for trouble or traps.
Perception = 27 (Natural 20!!!) Check for trap = 18, 12, 9, 20 (let me know if you want more)
Perception checks -- Jim C Thursday May 17th, 2012 2:11:46 AM
As per the rules:
Most Perception checks are reactive, made in response to observable stimulus. Intentionally searching for stimulus is a move action.
So if nothing changes, no lights come on, no one screams, etc... there isn't a need for perception checks unless you are looking for something specific that I didn't describe.
If you are intentionally looking for something, like a hidden trap, it's a move action.
Therefore, if you're going to spend the whole mile walking to the inn looking for traps, then it'll double your time and I will privately make a perception roll for you if you indicate you are doing so, so you don't have to make 500 rolls or some other crazy number of rolls.
So, if you are searching for traps, please indicate the area you would like to search, whether it's a mile long, half a mile, 100 ft from the inn, the inn's gate, door, etc...
And post it in a private post and I'll give you the results just in case you don't want to share with the rest, or something dreadful has happened to you.
I think if we do it this way, it will streamline the checks and I'll actually get to answer most of them and you can roleplay the results to the rest.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Thursday May 17th, 2012 8:52:29 AM
Since the group isn't exactly being stealthy or trying to hide their approach to the Inn, Yondrim will move to within a few paces of the door to the seemingly abadoned building and yell out, "Hello? Anyone in there? The sky is about to split open and pour itself out on us before we make it to town. Can we take shelter inside?"
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 d20=17 ; d20+13=15 ; Thursday May 17th, 2012 10:50:39 AM If I don't see anything out of place signifying a trap might be there I'm not going out of my way to find to look for one. I'll give a more thorough around though when we approach the intersection ahead
perception = 15 for the approach
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Thursday May 17th, 2012 12:30:44 PM
Throwing caution to the wind, Yondrim sets out at a fast pace and covers the distance between the group and the Inn in short time. The rest of the group follows along and arrive as the centaur yells out to any that would be in the Inn at its front door--having moved past the open gate of the fortified wall that surrounded said inn.
As he waits for a response, Beri takes in the surroundings and notices this area is really overgrown--probably hasn't been managed in decades, and there is some graffiti on the inside of the walls, etc. probably from damn teenagers and their ilk.
It is now raining and Restlin's magical umbrella cannot keep up with the downpour. The delapitated porch Yondrim has a hoof on seems to be ready to buckle under his weight at any moment and the closed shutters on the windows begin to lightly rattle as the wind picks up.
Off to the Northwest is the town of Heranmar, perhaps another half hour walk.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Thursday May 17th, 2012 1:19:42 PM
Zeoll proudly shows off the small creature -- a sugar glider -- that he has managed to attract with his Cradled magic.
He warns everybody that there may be danger from above. Maybe flying attackers? "Keep yourr eyes up, frriends!" he admonishes.
Zeoll uses his Call Animal spell to call a rat out of the old tavern. If he gets one, he charms and speaks with it. "Are there any humans here?" he'll ask in a mousy squeak, quite unlike his normal mangled common. He'll ask about any bipeds. "What predators are here?" he'll also ask. "And is there any danger from above?"
Does the building have a hay loft? DM Jim: none that you can see, but you haven't circled the building.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Thursday May 17th, 2012 3:41:17 PM
Restlin keeps his eyes up, and gets a few stinging drops of rain as a result. Seeing as how the next several hours may get dicey, he'll cast mage armor on himself as well.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Thursday May 17th, 2012 4:29:01 PM
Having checked for traps in his own special lets-walk-on-them-and-see-what-happens sort of way, Yondrim steps back off the rickity porch when he doesn't get a response from inside. He moves back to the group and shrugs, "Looks abandoned... and probably not safe for us taurs to go into. Just putting a foot on the porch made it seem like the whole thing was going to come down."
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday May 17th, 2012 6:10:02 PM
Bosk walks up behind Yondrim and survey's the porch. Lets keep our finger's crossed. There is a good chance that the wood here is weaker since it has been exposed to the elements. Perhaps the inside is in better condition and can support our weight, if not, we might be in for a shower to follower our unexpected bath.
The cleric waits to see if Zeoll or any of the others can determine if it is safe to enter and if anyone is inside.
Heranmar Inn rat -- Jim C Thursday May 17th, 2012 7:27:35 PM
A little grey rat comes out and begins speaking to Zeoll, "Chitter chitter, chitter... chitter chit, cha... huh what? Humans? Yeah, maybe, whatcha got to give me and the family to tells ya, huh? Better makes it good, I don't have all day, the wife wants me to clear out the back to makes for a small veranda like area, and well, I says that'll just make it easier for the eagles to get us, so I ain't liking the idea, ya knows what I mean? Yeah, anyways, whatcha got?"
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+10=27 ; Thursday May 17th, 2012 7:28:38 PM
Zeoll also inspects the structure for soundness, age, and danger of collapse.
Know Engineering: 27 DM Jim: From the outside I assume? Are you going to walk around it?
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+9=16 ; Thursday May 17th, 2012 7:31:18 PM
Zeoll says, "I have a blessing forr you, little rrat." He casts Charm Animal. Will save DC19. And opposed Chr check to make him do what Zeoll says if he would not do so otherwise: a 16.
Heranmar Inn rat -- Jim C d20=17 ; Thursday May 17th, 2012 7:52:34 PM "Say, I'm willing to help, but you need to help me out too. It's a two way street my friend. So, whatcha got?"
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20+5=13 ; Thursday May 17th, 2012 8:39:54 PM
Alexi had hoped to reach the inn before the downpour erased any tracks that might be around, but upon reaching the place, it is obvious that any tracks that might have given them a clue to the inn's demise would have been erased, well, a long time ago anyway.
"Yondrin, come with me and let's circle this place. Might as well know what it looks like all around on the outside before we go in."
Alexi then starts to circle the place. As a precaution, he draws his sword and has shield ready. Perception +5 = 13 (Perception here is for being alert for attacks, and a Passive Perception of the building structure itself, as it will be obvious if there is any breach in the walls, roof caved in, and other major structural features.)
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Thursday May 17th, 2012 8:53:54 PM
ooc: Zeoll, I have a tin of fudge or spongecake for the rat if you want to give him a real treat.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 d20+13=27 ; Thursday May 17th, 2012 10:02:15 PM
While the others going about their business Beriothian gets the taur to step aside (off the weak wood) and carefully inspects the entrance to make sure there are no traps.
examine lock = 27 ( 30 for detecting traps)
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday May 17th, 2012 11:12:18 PM
ooc: Bosk has 10 Large (Taur Sized) sets of trail rations and several bags of flour if you want to offer the rat some (and of course plenty of ale).
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Thursday May 17th, 2012 11:16:24 PM
Zeoll communicates the ratty squeaks to his friends, and gratefully offers their tidbits of food to the rat.
"Here you go, old pal! Enough for a ratty feast! Now tell me please about the creatures that live here."
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Friday May 18th, 2012 10:38:16 AM
Zane just shakes his head, now one of his new friends is talking to a rat.....
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 1
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor 3 hours
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Shakes the rat -- Jim C Friday May 18th, 2012 12:39:53 PM They isn't humans, too stinky. Good luck and don't get killed!" With that said the rat flee's back inside as the weather continues to heighten in intensity.
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Friday May 18th, 2012 12:46:03 PM
As Beri checks out the front door--the porch ominously creaking as he approaches his search area, Alexi takes off to check out the rest of the exterior of the Inn. What the man finds is a stable around back, boarded up, but there are countless holes and other boarded up windows, loft gate, that make the Inn both secure, but insecure at the same time. There are holes in the roof but no breaches in the walls, inside or outer, that would let a man walk into the building.
In front, done with his examination, Beri finds that the door lock is locked, but has been broken into many, many years previous. The only thing that keeps the door in place is the jamb is not level due to age and has wedged the door in place--a good shove would open it. He is also quite certain there are no traps that he has found.
-2 to perception rolls while outside due to the incoming monsoon.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Friday May 18th, 2012 1:36:02 PM
Assuming Zeoll shares the intel about the former Inn's current stinky inhabitants, Yondrim will nod towards the door, speaking as quietly as he can to his companions given the rain and still be heard, "Whatever is in there no doubt knows we're here and isn't coming out to greet us... If they want us dead there's no doubt they'll ambush us when we go inside. I say we open the door and send in an illusion first. Let them waste their surprise on that."
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+17=20 ; Friday May 18th, 2012 3:14:48 PM
Zeoll does tell his friends what the rat says. He adds that he is worried about danger from above.
Zeoll walks around the building to evaluate its soundness, per the DM note above. His Knowledge check was a 27. Also, he notes any windows or signs of an aerial entrance/exit.
He also casts his Taur's Try cantrip to boost his Survival skill, using his scent to try to tell if any creatures have been nearby.
Survival (normally +13, with heroism and centaur form of taur's try, that's +17) -- rolls a 20.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Friday May 18th, 2012 4:43:19 PM
Restlin briefly considers poking Vera through one of the inn's many holes, but he's pretty sure the conversation following the inn burning down wouldn't be one he'd enjoy.
"I can take care of the illusion." He states. "I'll cast it as soon as the door's busted down."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 d20+13=16 ; Friday May 18th, 2012 9:26:45 PM
[b]The door looks safe, but we will need a strong shoulder to bash it in. From those animals it sounds like we should expect to be attacked. I suggest you cover your heads if possible and that we have light sources ready when we enter. Btw, they said the things inside smell... anyone smell anything that could give us a clue what's inside?[b]
Perception (smell)=16
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20+4=7 ; Friday May 18th, 2012 11:41:57 PM
Alexi returns from his scouting trip and relays what he saw. "Sounds like a good plan. Send some nasty looking critter in first," he says in a whisper, referring to the illusion spell.
Alexi volunteers to bash the door in, as the minotaur may fall through the porch, like the other heavies. He carefully makes his way to the door then tries to bash it in.
STR check + 4 = 7
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Saturday May 19th, 2012 10:02:20 AM
Bosk thinks about what could be in the inn for a moment. Didn't the murder attack from above? Zeoll, what did he smell like? Can you smell what's inside?
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+4=23 ; d20+8=26 ; 2d8+5=8 ; Saturday May 19th, 2012 12:01:17 PM
Zane will carefully approach the door and spin kick it open without actually entering. He'll focus the arcane power to his limbs (Arcane Strike) and tries to kick the door right near the latch that keeps it closed.
Str Check 23 Attack to hit 26, Damage 8
Which ever one you want to use.
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 1
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor 3 hours
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Saturday May 19th, 2012 1:46:54 PM
If there dry enough spot (such as an overhang above the entrance) Beri will light a torch and hold it his left hand. In his right hand he will draw his rapier in preparation.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Saturday May 19th, 2012 7:02:12 PM
Restlin casts Minor Image and creates a copy of himself charging forth with Vera drawn. He briefly considered creating a critter like Alexi recommended, but their cover is long since blown and he figures it makes more sense to have one of them charge in.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Saturday May 19th, 2012 7:39:13 PM
Bosk holds a position close enough to the porch that he can cast a spell through the door. Should anything inside appear to be the person they are after Bosk will cast Dimensional Anchor on them.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Sunday May 20th, 2012 12:27:10 PM
After doing his best not to snicker at Alexi's attempt a bringing down the door, Yondrim calls out to those inside. "Alright... we're coming in! It's a monsoon out here!"
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Monday May 21st, 2012 12:53:12 AM "Hey, it's wet! I slipped!" Alexi retorts with a shrug.
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C d20=17 ; d20=20 ; d20=10 ; Monday May 21st, 2012 12:15:04 PM
With a less than stellar effort, Alexi bounces off the door as he tries to shoulder it open. Zane on the other hand does a fabulous spinning kick to the door, sending his hoof right through it--and at the same time his other hoof crashes through the porch flooring due to his massive weight. Stuck in a scissors, or high kick stance with one hoof trapped in the porch and the other hoof trapped in the still closed front door, Restlin's illusion has nowhere to go. Meanwhile Beri tries diligently to light a torch in such extreme weather without much success.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- d20+11=12 ; Monday May 21st, 2012 3:31:50 PM
"Well.. so much for inspiring terror in the hearts of our enemies..." Yondrim says with a smirk.. while keeping an eye on the door for anything hostile inside that comes out (Perceptio: 12) and then turns to Restlin. "Same plan once Zane moves?"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Monday May 21st, 2012 4:47:41 PM
"It's a miracle we make it out of bed alive every morning. Aye, same plan..."
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Monday May 21st, 2012 8:33:54 PM
Zeoll watches, smiling. He waits for a clear path, then will enter.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+4=5 ; d20+13=28 ; Monday May 21st, 2012 8:45:31 PM
Zane rolls away from the door and the porch pulling his foot out then rolling through the mud and wet ground, seeming to not care about looks just now.
Str check 5 Acrobatics 28
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 1
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor 3 hours
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Monday May 21st, 2012 8:49:03 PM
Zane rolls away deftly, leavinf a hole in the porch and the door. Through the door nothing can be seen as it's very dark inside.
Perception -3 due to storm
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday May 21st, 2012 9:12:33 PM
Can Bosk see anything with his dark vision?
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Monday May 21st, 2012 9:17:38 PM Bosk, be sure scope out that ceiling. It figures I wasted my sunrods the other day when fire would have helped me more, and now that I bought torches what I really need are more sunrods. Oh well, live and learn I guess.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday May 21st, 2012 10:00:02 PM
Hearing Beri's plight Bosk reaches into his bag of holding and pulls out a small globe he had won as a prize in the Giggling Ghost and tosses it to Beri. This will cast a light cantrip when activated, it might come in handy. I also have some everburn candles, but you will have the same difficulty trying to light them out here. If we get inside safely you can light them. These should help you until you get some more sun rods. The cleric then tries to look through the hole from the edge of the porch (i.e. not placing his weight on the porch as his fellow taur did.[/b]
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Monday May 21st, 2012 10:53:02 PM
Restlin stands ready to send his duplicate in when Bosk moves himself out of the way...
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Tuesday May 22nd, 2012 12:17:30 AM "Bosk, hold that torch over here towards me, I can fix the fire problem." If Bosk does as Zane asks, he casts a Light cantrip on it. "That'll hold it for a few minutes, also next time we have a couple days, I'll gather up a few stones and I'll have you cast some of that continual light on them, and we can use them for light. Or if you can't, I'll hit the catacombs and have them cast some."
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 1
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor 3 hours
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Tuesday May 22nd, 2012 1:00:46 AM
Beri hands Zane the torch he already has out to cast the cantrip on.
ooc: Bosk, if the everburn candles are like everburning torches then they continually emit light and have no flame (and provide no fire damage). If that's what you have I suggest passing them out instead so you don't lose a one use item.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Tuesday May 22nd, 2012 1:11:43 AM
ooc: Bosk, next time we have a few days off I'd also like to request a continual flame spell cast on something
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Tuesday May 22nd, 2012 1:35:52 AM
From the edge of the porch, and not stepping onto it, Bosk tries to use his darkvision to peer into the Inn through the Zane-hole. However he finds that since he's still outside where it is growing darker, but not completely dark, his darkvision is not working.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Tuesday May 22nd, 2012 9:21:33 AM
Yondrim looks on the ground for some rocks or pieces of wood and cast Light on one of them before tossing it in through the open door way.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Tuesday May 22nd, 2012 10:30:57 AM "Bosk, hold that torch over here towards me, I can fix the fire problem." If Bosk does as Zane asks, he casts a Light cantrip on it. "That'll hold it for a few minutes, also next time we have a couple days, I'll gather up a few stones and I'll have you cast some of that continual light on them, and we can use them for light. Or if you can't, I'll hit the catacombs and have them cast some."
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 1
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor 3 hours
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Tuesday May 22nd, 2012 11:53:05 AM
Unable to see anything from this distance, Bosk gets out of Restlin's way does as Zane requests. Well, I have learned the spell you are referring to, but I'm afraid I don't have the material component's for that particular spell....but I have something just as good. I can summon a Lantern Archon which can cast continual flame at will.
ooc: The Catacombs has an entrance in Hook City, but I don't believe there is one in Heranamr, I don't think you can purchase anything from there until we get back.
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Tuesday May 22nd, 2012 1:02:26 PM
Although it is early morning, the sky has darkened tremendously. Also, there is no open doorway, just a hoof sized hole in the door compliments of Zane.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Tuesday May 22nd, 2012 7:08:57 PM
"What arre we afrraid of?" asks Zeoll. "I feel like I've been looking at this doorr forr days! Can someone just open it alrready?"
If no one else volunteers, Zeoll walks up on the porch and tries to open it. If it seems locked, he'll stick his arm in the hoof-hole and try to unlock it from the inside.
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Tuesday May 22nd, 2012 7:44:36 PM Beri has already determined the lock is unlocked, but the door is wedged shut.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Tuesday May 22nd, 2012 7:50:06 PM
"It's wedged shut? So? Arre we not taurrs? That's what Domi gave us muscles forr!"
If no one else steps forward, Zeoll pits his large size and puny str against the task of forcing the door.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Tuesday May 22nd, 2012 8:54:08 PM
If the light sources currently used aren't enough to fully light the typical main room of a tavern this size Beriothian will activate Bosk's light prior to the next attempt at the door.
Hmm, maybe it would be easier to ram a hole through the wall... though that had poor results in Mudtown.
ooc: Why isn't dark vision working? The presence of light does not spoil darkvision. http://paizo.com/pathfinderRPG/prd/glossary.html#_darkvision DM Jim: because the DM made a mistake :)
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 Tuesday May 22nd, 2012 9:01:58 PM
Alexi tries not to laugh at Zane and to hide his grin he says, "Good thing there's not a bard here with a quirky sense of humor. You'd have a ballad about this in no time.
Alexi digs into his backpack and pulls out his Everburning Torch. "Will this work? he asks, face as blank as can be.
Once Zane's hoof is out, he puts the E.T. to the hole and peers in.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20+5=14 ; Tuesday May 22nd, 2012 9:02:33 PM
OOC: oops, almost forgot: Perception +5 = 14
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 2:37:59 AM
Squinting his eyes a bit, Bosk finally gets his darkvision to work and sees a small room--probably a parlour, with a desk at the back with what looks like a man sitting, unmoving, in a chair behind said desk.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 9:11:27 AM
Bosk relays what he sees to the others. Unfortunately, my view is limited and anything inside was sure to hear our attempt to open the door.
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C d20=6 ; Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 12:20:37 PM
Seeing no one else do it, Zeoll moves forward, crashes through the porch--making an even bigger hole in it, and feebly pushes on the door to get it open and fails.
With the everburning torch there is plenty of light in the immediate area and Zeoll can see through the Zane-hole and see what Bosk can see, but not the features of the still man. To the right of the desk is a set of stairs leading up, probably to guest bedrooms.
So far the strength checks have been pretty low, so someone just needs to give it a good push and not a magical strike :)
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 d20=10 ; Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 1:30:38 PM
Restlin decides this is getting old, gets a good running start, dodges the holes in the porch left by the taurs, and throws his shoulder into the door...
***
str: 10
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 2:09:20 PM
After the continued bashing of the Iron Adventurers, Restlin bashes in the door and standing in it's doorway see's what's in the parlour.
Innkeeper -- Jim C Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 2:13:49 PM "Welcome to the Heranmar Inn!" says the person behind the desk. "I am the innkeeper here, please, please, do come in!"
The gaunt fellow sitting behind the desk looks to be in his seventies. His skin is pallid and there seems to be a layer of dust coating him and everything in the dimly lit room (the only source of light is coming from your torch).
There are stairs leading up into darkness and there are two doorways in this room. The doorway to the left looks to lead into a dining room; the doorway to the right looks to lead into a sitting room.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 3:43:51 PM
Is the floor sturdier and able to support a taur inside of the inn?
DM Jim: don't know until you try
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 4:32:56 PM
While outside the Inn and Restlin charges the door, Yondrim cast Shield of Faith on himself. While the the "innkeeper" is speaking and he waits to see if the floor is safe to bear his weight, he'll cast Light on the guard of his sword... if it looks like the floor won't fall out from underneath the taurs he'll go inside, whispering to Restlin and Alexi with a grin, "Too bad you took the initiative.. I was about to suggest we throw Alexi at the door"
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20+7=11 ; d3=1 ; d20+7=24 ; Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 6:17:26 PM
As Bosk waits to determine if the floor is sturdy enough for the taur's to enter he glances around, paying specific attention to the floor in case something lay waiting for them. Once again he prepares to cast dimension anchor should they stumble upon the assassin.
Perception Check = 11 (24 if a separate check is needed for checking the ceiling) Held action - cast dimensional anchor should the assassin / person who entered their tower appear)
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 6:50:22 PM "I doubt I'll be entering that place any time soon, if I went through the porch, I'd hate to end up in the basement."
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 1
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor 3 hours
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 d20+5=24 ; d20+13=17 ; Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 7:15:37 PM
Beriothian looks at the scene in disbelief. This innkeeper has been just sitting behind the long enough for dust to gather on him? And in complete darkness? The elf forces himself to focus, not trusting the scene before him. Once he has his mind cleared the rogue looks toward the ceiling, not wanting to be caught unaware by some danger from above.
Will Save = 24 (26 for enchantments) Perception = 17 (low light vision)
Innkeeper -- Jim C Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 7:25:55 PM
Carefully scrutinizing the innkeeper, Beri is pretty sure he's just sitting there, unmoving--and has been for some time. No illusions or hidden assassins in the parlour as far as Beri can determine.
"Please do hurry and enter, the storm outside will be the death of us all."
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20=1 ; d20+7=13 ; d20+17=23 ; Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 8:40:49 PM
Zeoll enters and uses his Knowledge skills to identify this creature. Since he suspects undead, his Knowledge religion may be the skill to use. Here is his raw roll ... a natural 1! He uses his memory subdomain for a reroll at +7 ... a base 13.
The result is also important for his bardic ability to ID and then give combat hints against foes.
Perception check to see if he is breathing / living: 23.
DM Sanity Info
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bard spells: 0 used of 6 1st level 0 used of 4 1st level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save, 1 for a skill
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
Dm Jim: How can you make one roll that affects 4 knowledge skills? If you're saying you don't know which knowledge skill is applicable, you choose and make the roll and it counts only towards that specific skill. If you've chosen the incorrect knowledge skill, then you'll know from your result and will have to choose and roll again if you want to.
Innkeeper -- Jim C Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 9:16:27 PM
Politely pushing Restlin aside, Zeoll enters the Inn and luckily for him, the floor does not collapse, "Ah, welcome master Taur! It's been a long time since one of your kind has entered my abode. Please, how may I help you."
Knowing a bit about the undead, Zeoll, even in this dim light, can determine the innkeeper is in fact a Revenant--albeit, a very polite and courteous one.
Heranmar Inn -- Round 0 -- Jim C Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 9:28:30 PM
Since someone may start attacking, please limit yourself to one round actions until I say otherwise :)
The porch in front of the door is considered difficult terrain.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 10:33:03 PM
ooc: am I reading the map correctly in that the doorways to the two other rooms are open so we could see through them (I am guessing this since they open portals and not the brown doors the others are). If so, can Zeoll see anything?
DM Jim: I've already described what he can see. If he wishes to turn his attention away from the Revenant and inspect the other rooms, he's welcome to do so :)
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 d20+5=16 ; Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 10:49:49 PM
Beriothian remembers what the rat mentioed about the smell, perhapse it is something raised from the dead. Beriothian tried to figure out more about this figure by using his religious knowledge about resurrected and reincarnated beings.
Knowledge (Religion) = 16 ooc, also does up mean it's the ceiling?
DM Jim: those would be the stairs I described earlier.
Zeoll (HP22 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+22=28 ; d20+22=23 ; Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 11:01:09 PM
OOC: If we're in combat, then Zeoll has only a standard action. But he's not starting any fight!
Zeoll puts his honeyed tongue to work, trying to communicate with the undead creature.
"My good sirr," he say, "Please forrgive my clumsy entrrance. We arre sorrry to botherr you, and we grreatly apprreciate yourr offerr of help. We arre come seeking inforrmation about a certain perrson, one Heatherr Brroderry, a Kon of The Edge, who has been fouly murrderred in Hook City. We have come seeking vengence on the one who killed herr."
Zeoll thinks he has heard of these undead, motivated like ghosts by the desire for revenge. Maybe that will help the thing aid them.
If there is enough time for diplomacy (rolling twice at +22, picking the best roll): a 28.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Wednesday May 23rd, 2012 11:03:07 PM
Also, not sure why my header says 22 hp of 49, seeing as this is the first encounter of a new day! Adjusting back to max.
Dm Jim: It says 22 of 49 because no one bothered to state they were doing any healing. It does not go without saying that you're going to use spells, when you're low on spells, to heal yourself. So in the future, if you don't state you're using spells to heal yourself, it just doesn't happen except naturally--and one day is not enough to heal 27hp naturally.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- Thursday May 24th, 2012 8:41:28 AM
Peering through the door to see the dusty innkeeper, Yondrim frowns and looks at the outside of the building, briefly considering if it just might be a better idea step back and let Restlin go to town with Vera after all.. but he waits while Zeoll talks.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Thursday May 24th, 2012 9:10:27 AM
Restlin continues to grow tired of this. He grips Vera tightly and will physically stop the adventurers from moving forward if he's able. If this thing makes any move towards them or performs any hostile action, it's getting a fireball right in it's face...or off in the corner. He'll try to make sure Zeoll isn't caught in the blast.
Zeoll (HP29 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Thursday May 24th, 2012 10:29:07 AM
Okay, fair enough, Jim. So can Zeoll have a night's natural healing? That's +7 hp. bringing him to 29.
Also, any chance Zeoll can use his new wand of CLW retroactively?
DM Jim: Not a problem with it this time since the walk to the inn was fairly long and would have brought out all the aches and pains of recent wounds. If you want to cast spells instead of using the wand, you may do so, but they would count against your allotment for this game day.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20+3=6 ; d20+3=12 ; Thursday May 24th, 2012 12:35:29 PM
Bosk racks his brain, but he cannot recall ever having heard of such a friendly or outgoing Revenant. This experience is something he will have to share with the next Eye he meets. Adding to what Zeoll said Bosk adds, As an Avenger of Jancassis and servant of Gargul, it is my duty to help those like Heather, who were slain unjustly, to get their justice.
Knowledge Religion to learn more about the Revenant= 12 Knowledge Arcana to learn more about the Revenant= 6
Heranmar Inn -- Round 0.1 -- Jim C Thursday May 24th, 2012 1:23:53 PM "Heather? My poor sweet bonnie Heather is dead?" Anguish washed over the innkeepers face as he lowered his gaze and closed his eyes--his hands rising and resting on the surface of the desk; his clawed fingers grasping and digging into the top of it. "How did she die?" His gaze immediately rose to match Zeolls'--the Taur could now see how milky white the Revenants eyes were as he asked determinedly, "Was it Lowd? Did Lowd have anything to do with this?"
Keeping anyone else from trying to enter the Inn, Restlin and the rest outside bared the abuse of whippings winds and rain that seemed to be falling sideways.
Perception -4 outside due to weather
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Thursday May 24th, 2012 2:15:55 PM
"Huh," the wizard thinks to himself before lowering Vera. "Maybe we talk after all..."
Restlin will walk just inside the door and stop preventing anyone else from entering.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d8=5 d8=1 d8=7 d8=4 d8=5 Thursday May 24th, 2012 3:29:15 PM
Zeoll explains the circumstances surrounding Heather's death.
"She was brrutally assassinated," the liontaur says bluntly. "If you want the details, I will prrovide them, but please suffice it to say she did not have an easy death."
He tells the undead thing all that he knows about the murderer. "We do not know much about the killerr," Zeoll says, "but the powerr of the Edge that she grranted to us to use could not rreach herr." Zeoll tries to soften the blow, picking words that he judges will sit best without being false.
He talks about the weird non-detection zones that stop all attempts to detect magic. He briefly describes the bloody scene at the girl's school. He mentions the bead and the bead shop, which led to the auction, which gained the picture which brought them here. He mentions the ghosts' report of the evil-doer's appearance and disappearance into a hole. He talks about the evil-doer's evident ability to fly unseen and unheard.
Honestly, he'll tell it all.
Using CLW charges: 4 charges, +25 hp
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday May 24th, 2012 5:21:49 PM
Bosk nudges the guys in front of him and whispers, Ask Zeoll to find out what this guy knows about Lowd and his connection to Heather. Also see if he can learn who killed the revenant, perhaps we can help him along the way.
Heranmar Inn -- Round 0.2 -- Jim C Thursday May 24th, 2012 9:17:44 PM
Upon hearing the details of Heather death, the innkeeper begins to shake, then slams his fist on the desk. Raising his head he lets out a baleful shriek that pierces the hearts of all those nearby.
Everyone: DC18 Will save or cower for 1d4 rounds.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 d20+6=20 ; Thursday May 24th, 2012 9:40:08 PM
Will save = 20
Restlin manages to hold on the contents of his bowels just a bit longer. "Did we bring the picture we found, or did that get left behind? Mabye this...thing can tell us the story behind it."
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20+6=8 ; Thursday May 24th, 2012 10:09:47 PM
Will +4 +2(vs fear Bravery bonus) = 8
Alexi stays outside without the aid of someone blocking the entrance.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday May 24th, 2012 10:37:41 PM
ooc: Am I correct that this is this a save vs. fear?
DM Jim: Yes
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 d20+3=23 ; Thursday May 24th, 2012 11:02:13 PM
Apparently the rogues has managed to stay focused all this time, as the sudden commotion doesn't phase him in the slightest.
What's going on in there?
Will=d20+3=23 ; Nat 20, Woo!
ooc: move coming later if Zeoll moves
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+12=14 ; Friday May 25th, 2012 1:25:31 AM
Zane remains outside, something sent a shiver down his spine and he's fully comfortable to stay in the rain.
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 1
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor 3 hours
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20+12=15 ; d20+12=26 ; Friday May 25th, 2012 1:33:59 AM
ooc: I am assuming this is a roll against fear, but if not I will use one hero point to reroll my save. Will post more after Zeoll posts.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+15=19 ; d20+22=40 ; d20+22=31 ; Friday May 25th, 2012 6:57:09 AM
Zeoll tries to not be afraid. He manages to just resist the effect. However, the liontaur does not blame the thing for its "attack." Instead, he tries to comfort it.
"We sharre yourr sorrrow, sirr. We werre frriends of Heatherr, and we arre sorrely grrieved to brring you this news. I hope we can worrk togetherr to brring justice to herr killerr."
He waits to see if his words have any effect. Diplomacy 40.
DM Sanity Info
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bard spells: 0 used of 6 1st level 0 used of 4 1st level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save, 1 for a skill
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: used 4 of 50
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20=8 ; Friday May 25th, 2012 6:59:44 AM
Oh, Zeoll's sugar glider cowers in fear.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 20/16/18 CMD 19 DR 1/- d20+6=8 ; d4=4 ; Friday May 25th, 2012 9:44:21 AM
Yondrim takes a few involuntary steps backwards at the creatures howl, looking nerviously at his companions.
Will Save: 8, cower round 1/4
Heranmar Inn -- Round 1 -- Jim C Friday May 25th, 2012 2:08:27 PM
The innkeeper does not respond to Zeoll's attempt to comfort him--if an undead creature could cry, the Revenant would be sobbing at this point. Then suddenly he jerks his head up and looks upward and to the left toward the stairs, "Did you hear that?"
Perception DC15 to Highlight to display spoiler: {Two thumping sounds came from the upstairs and it wasn't the wind.}
Everyone except Zeoll is at -5 perception since they are outside.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 d20-3=11 ; Friday May 25th, 2012 2:42:23 PM
OOC: wait, Restlin said he was walking inside two posts ago. His roll should be +5 - making it 16.
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"What, those things going bump in the night? Yes, I heard them; any idea what they are?"
DM Jim: Sorry, Zeoll has not moved and unless you're going to climb over him or push him out of the way, your current position is still outside.
Yondrim (Jon) 65/65 HP AC 21/13/17 CMD 19 DR 1/- Friday May 25th, 2012 2:52:33 PM
Yondrim just whimpers softly as the rain soaks into him.
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Shield of Faith, +3 Deflection AC - 39/42 rounds
Cowering, -2 AC, no Dex bonus to AC Round 2/4
Current AC: 17, Touch AC 11
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday May 25th, 2012 3:49:44 PM
ooc: Can we get a little more time to post? Most of us will want to see if Zeoll moves to let us inside or if he chooses to exit the room.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+6=18 ; Friday May 25th, 2012 5:07:49 PM
Zane, still cowed by something that seems to have unnerved him (cowering 3 rounds remaining). He hears something coming from the upstairs. "There's something happening upstairs."
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 1
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor 3 hours
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+17=23 ; Friday May 25th, 2012 5:28:03 PM
Perception: 23.
Zeoll calls out, "I hear something thumping upstairs!"
He steps to one side in case anyone wants to enter. "I hear that, Sirr Innkeeperr. Some of yourr guests are getting unrruly, maybe? Arre we in any dangerr?"
Zeoll readies the casting of a Grease spell to appear under any creature that physically attacks him.
DM Sanity Info
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bard spells: 0 used of 6 1st level 0 used of 4 1st level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save, 1 for a skill
Thankful to be given an entrance, Restlin gets himself out of the rain. The words of a haste spell sit on his lips, ready to help his companions should the need arise.
Heranmar Inn -- Round 1 -- Jim C Friday May 25th, 2012 7:15:50 PM "Lowd," comes from the Revenant's mouth and just as quickly he is rushing upstairs--reaching the top before Zeoll could even react.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d4=2 ; Friday May 25th, 2012 10:15:15 PM
Failed Fear save, cower 2 rounds. Round 1, last round. Round 2 this round.
Alxexi does not know why he feels waves of fear come over him. He only glimpsed the inside of the room and saw an oddity but that would not explain the unusual fear he feels. But his mind reels at the idea of barging in and regards the cold, wet, dark, outside a better place to be.
So he stays outside.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 d20+13=33 ; Friday May 25th, 2012 11:38:26 PM There is definitely something banging around upstairs Beriothian moves to J-13 and stands out of the way while his part decides what they want to do. Preception = 33 (nat 20)
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Friday May 25th, 2012 11:42:04 PM
ooc: sorry, typo above. I move there and out of the way IFF my party starts heading inside, and stay outside if they are trying to decide what to do.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Monday May 28th, 2012 7:08:46 PM
Ooc: checking in
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday May 28th, 2012 7:45:32 PM
ooc: waiting to see if Zeoll moves so others can enter the inn.
He already did.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday May 28th, 2012 10:08:39 PM
Thanks, I missed that. I am travelling, will post later tonight.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday May 28th, 2012 10:33:51 PM
Seeing Zeoll move to the side Bosk moves up to the staircase, (13,14/L,M), but waits to proceed upstairs until the others are ready to follow.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Tuesday May 29th, 2012 12:09:06 AM
ooc: Beriothian takes said position in the room
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Tuesday May 29th, 2012 7:08:04 AM
OOC: Checking in, and hoping everybody had a good Memorial Day, at least those in the US.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Tuesday May 29th, 2012 8:15:01 AM
Restlin is hot on Bosk's heels...
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+11=30 ; Tuesday May 29th, 2012 8:01:00 PM
Zane looks around the outside of the tavern, looking up to see if he sees anyone or anything that might be what made the noise.
Perception check 30
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 1
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor 3 hours
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Heranmar Inn -- Round 2 -- Jim C Wednesday May 30th, 2012 2:37:36 AM
With a flurry of movement, half of the group moves into the inn as the innkeeper races upstairs--with Bosk right on his heels and Restlin right behind him. A curious smell comes from the innkeeper as Bosk is right behind him, but he can't quite make it out--it's definitely not rotting flesh.
At the top of the stairs the hallway leads left and right with many doors along it. The innkeeper immediately heads to the right.
Outside, Zane keeps a careful eye out when he see's something--a cloak? Whipping in the wind atop the roof, then it disappears over the roofline and is out of sight. It could just be the minotaurs imagination.
Sorry for the delay today, excavator that's putting in my garage had to disconnect my internet all day until he was done for the day digging.
Yondrim (Jon) 73/73 HP AC 21/13/17 CMD 19 DR 1/- Wednesday May 30th, 2012 9:30:28 AM
Yondrim screams like a little halfling bardschool boy as something goes bump in the rain.
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Shield of Faith, +3 Deflection AC - 38/42 rounds
Cowering, -2 AC, no Dex bonus to AC Round 3/4
Current AC: 17, Touch AC 11
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Wednesday May 30th, 2012 2:02:15 PM
Zeoll hangs back, feeling cautious. He steps into the narrow hallway but does not go up the stairs. You could put him at K12 or so.
He readies the use of a Grease spell to cast under any foe that attacks himself or a friend.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+11=26 ; Wednesday May 30th, 2012 3:38:09 PM
Zane does a double take as he sees something move up top, He casts a spell, and then moves about the tavern in the direction the "cloak" was headed. "Somethings up top" he says just loud enough to be heard by those near him....
Cast Shield Perception 26
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 2
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Shield 3 minutes Mage Armor 3 hours
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20+9=24 ; 2d6+6=16 ; 2d6+6=11 ; Wednesday May 30th, 2012 5:32:52 PM
Bosk continues following the innkeeper as he draws his sword, but suddenly slows down as he enters the hallway...Something doesn't smell right. Immediately the cleric stops and holds his ground.
Actions: Move North to L,M/12,13 Draw Guirsame (Part of Move Action)
Held Action, Attack that which needs attacking (Lowd or man in black if he appears, Innkeeper if he turns out to be an enemy, anything attacking Bosk, etc)
Hit AC 24 (25 if only Bosk is fighting the target) for 16 dmg (27 in sneak attack is applicable)
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/12/12 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 Wednesday May 30th, 2012 7:34:31 PM
Restlin almost runs into Bosk as he stops to draw his weapon. Due to the cramped quarters, he'll put Vera away and draw out his acid arrow wand.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 d20+5=15 ; d20+13=20 ; Wednesday May 30th, 2012 8:54:21 PM
Trusting in his reflexes to keep him safe Beriothian runs up the stairs with the others, if possible stopping at o-12 otherwise advancing as far as he can up the stairs. As he moves upstairs he once again checks the ceiling for enemies or possible entry points for an attack. There is also an odd scent that the elf tries to identify.
knowledge (nature- for scent)= 15 perception = 20
ooc: dm sanity info, rapier in right hand, light held in left hand.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20=10 ; Wednesday May 30th, 2012 10:09:02 PM
Recovered from his initial queeziness, Alexi joins Zane and glances up (Move 1). Then he turns to Yondrin and says "Follow me! as he starts around the house, Everburning Torch in one hand, sword in the other (Move 2, 30' around the house, clockwise), while looking up along the roof.
Perception +5 (-5 rain) = 10.
Heranmar Inn -- Round 3 -- Jim C Thursday May 31st, 2012 4:37:40 AM
As Yondrim continues to cower outside, his lovely pelt--uhh, fur, hide, what have you, becoming all matted down, Zeoll moves to the far wall (you cannot move to K12 as that is upstairs)
Letting the rest know he saw something, Zane moves to the west end of the inn and looks up at the roof to see a large minotaur in black armor and cloak looking down from the roofline about 40' up to the north.
Running up, Bosk squeezes into the cramped hallway--obviously this building was not made to cater to his kind, and see's the innkeeper at the end the hallway listening at one of the guest room doors.
Restlin is right behind Bosk, but can't see anything because the minotaur is in his way.
Unable to make it past Bosk, Beri hangs out in the back--the peculiar scent of the herb, rosemary, hangs in the air.
Urging Yondrim to follow--which he does not immediately do, Alexi joins Zane at the corner of the building, but see's nothing but whipping winds and maybe a cat flying through the air.
Meanwhile inside the innkeeper throws open the door to the room he was listening at and is about to say something when he violently receives an axe blade to his chest. Whoever attacked him is unknown and out of reach of Bosk's weapon.
Outside, through the pouring rain, another minotaur(#1) appears on the roof's edge and jumps down. Just before he hits, he slows remarkably and lands softly. Even at this range, Alexi can make him out. He is dressed in black chain armor and wields a large battle axe.
Up top, Zane see's the roof minotaur(#2) pulling out a bow.
1 Round by Thursday night
Bosk is squeezed, so you take a -4 penalty on attack rolls and a -4 penalty to AC.
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