DM Kent Monday July 30th, 2007 10:39:10 PM
Mykael joins his new friends at their table and after ordering a round of drinks, sets forth his questions.
Well, now that first uestion is a doosey now isn't it. You see ever since the royal family was freed from their heart seeds and the church's control, there is quite a bit more tollerance of the Jack's, so long as the line is not over stepped. This place is owned by a former Jack Captain and as long as things are kept relatively quiet here they are left alone. The church sends a quad through periodically just to make sure that there is nothing rebellious in nature going on and there is always someone watching but, when isn't life a bit dangerous?
As for our symbols, We are the Keepers of the Flame, out of Fargunia.
Drinking and listening Ari hears an interesting tidbit from a table next to him.
"You know I heard from my brother that his sister's son that helps clean the santuary told her that the head priest hasn't been himself recently. That he has been seen talking to himself as he wanders through the market."
Apollo acquires a room and heads upstairs passing by Ashira and making his proposition.
Rigging gets up from his table and makes his way over to the table that Ashira and the priest are sitting at.
The man seems overwhelmed by all the sudden attention and the amount of drink and food being thrown at him and starts nervously looking around the room as if looking for somewhere to escape to. The abrupt and pointed questions about the priesthood and his apparent loss/lack of faith have the poor man nearly white with fright. He quickly empties out his tankard and starts to push back from the table.
"Leave me 'lone. Don' wan' no comp'ny. Ain' got noth'n t'say."
Mykael d20+3=18 Tuesday July 31st, 2007 1:23:15 AM
Mykael arches an eyebrow to the answers of the questions. More come forth.
"A good merchant and traveler learns of the places he goes to before hand. I have done some reading of this country and its religion."
"The Jack are the enemy of Ga'al, why would they allow a known place of the enemy in the city, let alone, so close to a temple? And why didnt you tell me of this? You may have risked my life recommending that I come here."
"I dont need any problems with Ga'al, I am here for trade."
"And just who ARE the Keepers of the Flame? I am well traveled and some what of a scholar. No offense intended, but I have never heard of you. And what are you doing here?"
"And even if the emperor has been freed from his seed. I thought the church held the power. What could the emperor really do?"
I dont like the looks of this, it appears to be a sort of spy ring. This is too good be to true. Still, I will probe further, to try and find some more answers. But, I must becareful.
(Diplomacy = 18)
Ari d20+7=13 Tuesday July 31st, 2007 2:42:21 AM
Keeping the pretense up that he's deep into his spirits, Ari keeps on drinking. Letting himself get a somewhat tipsy allows everything to stay on the up and up for at least some people. He continues to listen to the different conversations going on around him. (Listen=13).
attendence report Tuesday July 31st, 2007 2:56:27 PM
Dm Kent xxxxx Ashira xxoxx Appolo xooox Rigging xxxox Val xxxxo Bart oxxox Nezamil xxxxx Mykael xoxoo Cosmo xxooo Ari xoxox
Not very good at all people !! only one !!! person posted 5 times !!!!
thats only %65 for the group !!!
if this doesn't improve Jerry will be notified !!!
Val, old human woman Tuesday July 31st, 2007 3:41:58 PM
Standing there in the inn Val grows very bored. The inn is full of people down on their luck. People that maybe they could have helped under different circumstances. She wished they would finish whatever they thought they were doing so the mission could actually begin.
Nezamil Tuesday July 31st, 2007 5:04:08 PM
The armored dwarf remains calm as the unkempt cleric pushes his chair back.....keeping him insight from the corner of his eye .
Pouring those at his table another ale from his pitcher.....Nezamil continues to monitor the conversation in the room .
Flagging down another barmaid " we could use a refill sweetheart " remarks Nezamil in a friendly voice
Cosmo Tuesday July 31st, 2007 5:49:48 PM
Keeping in his role as a merchant from their ship Cosmo orders up meals for the group and splashes some coin on the table for the tab and tip.
"keep our glasses full " smiles Cosmo to the barmaid
The halfling toys with his food and drink as he listedns to the ongoings in the taveren
(posted by adm-Chris as Matt is on vacation in Vermont)
Appolo Tuesday July 31st, 2007 6:24:56 PM
Appolo enters his room and settles down to wait and see if Ashira takes his hint and shows up.
Ashira the very plain woman Tuesday July 31st, 2007 6:53:05 PM
Once they're spooked, it's better to let them run for a while... The plain woman looks surprised at the priest's reaction and remains seated. She offers up a "Sorry, sir" before he leaves and then heads back to Cosmo's table.
Rigging Tuesday July 31st, 2007 7:55:16 PM
Rigging sighs and holds up his hands palms outward in a soothing gesture. "I am sorry my friend. I didn't mean to frighten you. I have to admit that I am very curious on the whole religion and was wondering if I should convert to it. Sounds sort of peaceful is all, and I have been told that you can get many benefits from joining. Still if you don't want to talk about it, I can understand."
Rigging just watches the ex priests reactions without getting up yet.
DM Kent Tuesday July 31st, 2007 10:16:43 PM
The fighter looks a bit surprised at Mykael's reaction but then shrugs as he answers.
Well as to who the Keepers of the Flame are. We are simply an adventuring group that looks to help those who need helping. Of course should we find a little something along the way that helps also. We are mostly known in Fargunia and somewhat in Osto as the Saints over there could probably tell you.
And you are right of course about the emperor, but then he has friends in very high places. And rumor has it that one of them owns a dragon's of this establishment. Apparently it is a "Platinum" share to boot.
Ari, Val, Nez and Cosmo continue to drink as Apollo waits in the room.
Over at the priest's table, Riggin is apologetic and puts his soothing voice to work and the priest settles a bit but waits to see what Ashira is going to do before sitting down again.
turning to stare intently into Riggin's face the priest begins to speak.
"You know not what you ask. Yes it is peaceful if everything goes all right with the process and if you think giving up your personal freedom is worth it. I was a heartseeding priest for nearly 10 years and finally I couldn't do it any longer. I couldn't cut open and seed any more innocent children. So I had that horrid thing removed from my chest with a wish spell. That was when I joined the Jacks....
He sits hard onto his chair grabs The drink that Ashira bought him and downs it with one gulp.
Bart d20+14=32 Wednesday August 1st, 2007 1:02:45 PM
Bart walks to the darts lane, anyone intere4sted in a game?
Ari Wednesday August 1st, 2007 1:48:10 PM
Ari continue's to keep his nose in his drink.
It doesn't seem as if these people in here are on as much edge as the rest of the town. I wonder if the edginess is because of the rumor of someone like us coming to town, or whether it's just the emporer's town?
Mykael Wednesday August 1st, 2007 6:07:49 PM
Mykael rubs his head. Answers, some direct, some not so. Can they really be this open, and yet they still could be hiding something.
"So, how has the recent events affected trade? Is it safe in the city?"
"And do you mind if I ask who you are helping here?"
Cosmo Wednesday August 1st, 2007 7:36:00 PM
The halfling watches Mykael interact with the group known as "keepers of the flame" and decides to try and earn some good will.
Flagging down a barmaid he orders a round of drinks for them and quickly pays the barmaid for the drinks .
Once the drinks arrive he will raise his own in toast to them .
(posted by chris as Matt is on vacation bottling maple syrup for everyone in vermont )
Nezamil Wednesday August 1st, 2007 7:39:29 PM
Nezamil overhears the Ga'alian Cleric mention how he became unheartseeded .....somehow the shocked dwarf remains calm as he digests that bit of news
[i]" and they let him live?.....things have certainly changed here " whispers Nezamil to those at the table
Appolo Wednesday August 1st, 2007 9:09:47 PM
Appolo contunes to wait to see if Ashira or anyone else shows up at his room.
Val Wednesday August 1st, 2007 10:25:22 PM
Val leaves Ashira's side and head's up to the room Appolo mention. She slips inside and closes the door behind her. Val removes the hat, taking on her normal appearence.
"It's strange. I finally get to change my form, at least in appearence, to something other than this black skinned body that was given to me, and it feels uncomfortable to be anything else. The mother put a lesson in this body she gave me. Yet I am unclear as to what it actually is. "
Val looks her body over and smiles. "Least I'm sexy."
Ashira the very plain woman Wednesday August 1st, 2007 10:32:49 PM
Feeling for her part that things are getting nowhere fast, Ashira looks over at Cosmo. "Sorry, Cap'n, but it's getting late. You mind if I get me a room here or are we going back to the ship?"
DM kent Wednesday August 1st, 2007 10:39:24 PM
Bart heads over to the dart lanes and asks the green marked fellows there if there is any interest in a game. One of them a halfling looks over. "sure I'll toss a few with you. Name's Jordy Stone Thistle.
Val heads up stair to join Apollo while Ari continues to wtch and Cosmo sends a round of drinks over to the group where Mykael is seated. As the drinks arrive he is invited over to join them.
Nez is surprised by what he overhears from the priest.
Mykael asks a few more questions and isn't sure what to think of the answers.
Well, I guess that would depend on what you mean by recent events. The Quads, Scarves and collectors have been a lot busier than they have in the last several months and it seems like a lot more children are being seeded. possibly as many ay 30 a night. So is the city safe? again that depends on what you mean by safe. As to who we are helping now. Well that to is kind of up in the air. There are several adventuring groups met in town currently for one reason or another. We are hear because supposedly a high level group is on its way here to ummm, well just do and we are here to aid them if they need it.
Mykael Thursday August 2nd, 2007 12:03:26 AM
Mykael lets his face drop at the merchant information, but his eyes perk up with curiosity at the mention of the Keepers waiting for someone.
"Who are you waiting for, perhaps I have heard of them and I can finally return the favor, by lending you some knowledge."
Rigging Thursday August 2nd, 2007 8:30:53 AM
Rigging listens to the conversations around him digesting the clerics rant. He is having trouble believing that a priest of Ga'al could just wish his heartseed away and still stay in the city.
He looks over to the hard drinking priest and says, "If you have joined the pirates, they would have marked you. Let me see your mark. I tire of the games old man and I need proof." Rigging lowers his voice into a deadly menace, his eyes turn to stone and he says, "If you can show me the mark, you might just live the rest of the night."
Rigging readies a scorching ray spell. If the cleric attacks, he will cast it.
level: mending, message, prestidigitation, mage hand 1st level: 4+2 comprehend languages, mage armor, magic missile x 2, tensor's floating disk, shield 2nd level: 4+2 scorching rays x3, see invisible, prot from arrows, mirror image 3rd level: 4+1 haste, fly, blink, fireball, lightning bolt 4th level: 4+1 polymorph, empowered fireball, dimension door x 2 Evards Black tentacles 5th level: 3+1 Cone of Cold, teleport, passwall, overland flight 6th level: 2+1 Greater dispel magic, distergrate, true seeing
DM kent (interim post) Thursday August 2nd, 2007 11:16:36 AM
The priest roles up his left sleave to display two rows of three green dagger tattoos placed point to point. As he is rolling up his sleave he chants softly.
"Jack for freedom Jill for truth Stand we all Opposed to Ga'al Bring our people Back to light Holy Lem will their priests vex And for liberty we fight"
As Rigging checks out the daggers and sees that they are in truth real, the priest makes yet another comment.
"Ye see I knew ye weren't no merchants. You all move all wrong."
Rigging Thursday August 2nd, 2007 7:08:42 PM
Rigging leans forward and says, "Please join me in my rooms. I know you feel comfortable here but this is just to open for my habits."
Rigging will say via message, "Ashira, Cosmo, Nezamil, please join me in our rooms. I want the rest of you to keep watch. We might be among friends but we can't let our guard down here"
Rigging will get up and lead the priest away. When the others have joined him, he will bow and say, "My name is Arrack Von Palin, Captain to the Sword of Redemption and leader of the Wildcards. We were recently in the pirates but are now working outside their control but along the same path as they are.
We have been given a mission to assault the temple and bring it to the ground if possible. Destroy the heartseed tree, kill the priests and generally make life miserable for the Ga'alians. If you have truly repented and left Ga'al's services than you can be of great help to us. We need a layout of the temple, where the tree is, where the priests stay, any traps, passwords, and guard strengths and patrol paths. Do you have this information?"
Rigging will pull out some parchment and ink and prepare to make notes and maps to plan with.
level: mending, message, prestidigitation, mage hand 1st level: 4+2 comprehend languages, mage armor, magic missile x 2, tensor's floating disk, shield 2nd level: 4+2 scorching rays x3, see invisible, prot from arrows, mirror image 3rd level: 4+1 haste, fly, blink, fireball, lightning bolt 4th level: 4+1 polymorph, empowered fireball, dimension door x 2 Evards Black tentacles 5th level: 3+1 Cone of Cold, teleport, passwall, overland flight 6th level: 2+1 Greater dispel magic, distergrate, true seeing
Appolo Thursday August 2nd, 2007 9:09:53 PM
When Valanthe enters the room she finds it dark except for two candle by the bed.Froma dorner to the right Appolo steps forward"yes are sexy.I'm glad you came.My sunshine.Now how about the two of us slip out that window and do alittle recon on the Carthedral?"
Nezamil Thursday August 2nd, 2007 9:17:51 PM
Watching the interaction between the ex-Ga'alian Cleric and Captain Rigging closely...Nnezamil will unobtrusively follow after Rigging upin hearing the magical message
Once in the room the dwarf will stand by the door and display his Anvil holy symbol of Domi
" if you speak the truth abaout the unseeding then it is a good day for many " remarks Nezamil
Cosmo Thursday August 2nd, 2007 9:22:14 PM
Cosmo joins Mykael and the keepers of the flame .......joining in the conversation a little but he listens more...letting Mykael stear the discussion.
Hearing the message spell from Rigging and wait an appropiate time and then excuse himself from his new friends ....."i'll be back shortly " he says quietly to mykael " keep making friends " smiles the halfling
(posted by Chris as matt is on vacation in Vermont)
Ashira the very plain woman Thursday August 2nd, 2007 10:31:38 PM
Ashira looks at Cosmo. "I'll just be gettin me a room then." With a casual air, she walks upstairs and joins Rigging. When the formalities are dropped, Ashira drops her disguise as well...seeing how Rigging has just let this guy in on their whole entire mission. She watches the priest carefully and listens to what he might have to say.
Ari Thursday August 2nd, 2007 10:43:53 PM
Ari notes the action of Rigging's conversation and briefly looks his way when he sends out the message to let him know that he got the note. As the party passes Ari continues to take light swigs on his drink and mubles 'yarsh it's all goo....'.
I hope things go well with Rigging and that we have no trouble here. Rigging is right though, it sort of feels too convienient. I promise to keep my eyes and ears open.
Val Thursday August 2nd, 2007 10:53:50 PM
"I am no longer sunshine. I haven't been for a long time. We are going to stay right here. This is way too important to go off against orders. We could blow the entire mission. No we best join the others." Val replies. She put on the had and takes the guise of the old human woman she was a few moments ago. Val steps out of the room and heads to join the others.
Appolo Ac33 Hp 80 d20+10=25 d20+9=22 d20+15=19 Friday August 3rd, 2007 12:12:21 AM
When Valanthe leaves Appolo just shrugs his shoulders puts out the candles.Silently opens the window drops a rope and slides down to the ground.He then goes invisible after taking alook around.Moving silently and quickly he makes his way to the Cathedral.To see what he can see.
Spot 25 Listen 22 Move Silent 19
Bart d20+15=28 Friday August 3rd, 2007 1:39:33 AM
Hi Jordy how are you doing my name is Al. Looser pays for a drink? Bart throws a dart (ac 28), are you from this town or from somewhere else, it is the first time i visit this town, i was wondering what the places to be are. This inn is one i like but there must be some others too
DM kent d20+11=31 d100=26 Friday August 3rd, 2007 9:14:47 AM
Apollo takes off to do a bit of scouting as requested by Rigging, while others make their ways upstairs. Arie Mykael and Bart stay in the common room drinking chatting and dart throwing.
A bit unsure of what is going on The old priest balks a moment, but then moves upstairs with Rigging. As they enter the room and sit Rigging just flat out tells the old man what they are here to do and the priests mouth drops to his chest.
"Ye're what? Ar' ye daft? 'ave ye any idea t'what ye're doin?
After his initial outburst he goes quiet a moment as if thinking.
Beginning to chuckle a bit he looks around at the five in the room.
"I'm a hoping ye 'ave the rest of the Pirates of Jack stationed 'round the city somewher's, for ye 're goin t' need 'em.
Now as to yer question, I can answer some of yer questions tha's fer sure an I c'n prolly draw ye up a map of the sanct'ry and the rooms on the main floor, but while I know of those below I ain' nev'r been there while I was a preist.
_________
Apollo heads out into the night and heads across the square toward the Cathedral to scout things out a bit.
While definitely not a pretty building, at least from the outside, the cathedral is built more like a fortress, with what looks like an exterior wall surrounding the inner fortress. Above the front gate and iset in front of the wall, there is a very tall bell tower and after several minutes of watching it, Apollo is rewarded with the sight of a bit of movement, revealing that the tower is manned. Walking up to the tower and wall he reaches out to feel the surface and is surprised to find that it is not only absolutely smooth, but it feels almost greasy though nothing rubs off on his hands. As he walks past the gate he spots several guards in the entry way.
------------ Well hello.... Al. Nice throw! as he watches Al's dart settle within inches of the center.
As he walks up to the trowing line he responda to Barts question.
"Oh my friends and I are from around here in Ailsidur, if not necessasrily from the capital itself."
He settles himself a moment and then almost casually tosses his dart which streaks toward the target and strikes dead center. He genuinely looks a bit shocked and pleased.
"Well you must be my lucky charm Al, I haven't thrown a first round dart like that ever. So What brings you the center of the evil empire?"
Mykael's question and answer session isn't going quite as well as the only answer to his question is a shrug and a not so helpful answer.
"Well now that is a bit odd and I suppose that you'll be thinking us more than a bit daft, but we don't know who's coming that we are to offer our help to. We just received a brief note saying that if we wanted to help free Ailsidur we should go to the Jack's Booty in Emperor City and wait for those that come. It was sealed with a green dragon with the Letters ED in the center."
Darain - OOC Friday August 3rd, 2007 8:14:20 PM
OOC: no reply to Mykael's questions?
Appolo Invisible Hasted Ac 34 Hp 80 d20+12=25 d20+10=14 d20+15=27 Friday August 3rd, 2007 10:02:58 PM
Appolo clicks on his Boots of speed and continues his slint recon of the Cathedral.He makes his way all the way around it taking note of the guards fortifcations and anything else of interest.
Spot 25 Listen 14 Move slint 27
Rigging Saturday August 4th, 2007 10:48:20 AM
Rigging chuckles ruefully at the old priest's comments. No I am afraid we are all we have, so some serious scouting, planning and a lightning attack are going to be needed. This isn't a Pirate sanctioned mission, though I doubt they would mind but one given to us by all of the dragon groups.
Obviously any information on standard defensive tactics the churches use would be helpful. Any information on guard formations, standard weapons and armor would be useful. Of course any information or rumors on extra special guards or guardians like quads, special guard animals, curses, symbol spells etc would be vital for our success. Finally any information on the leaders of the church, the priests themselves would be invaluable for our planning."
Rigging looks a little sheepish with the next comments, "You realize of course, since I have been so for coming with our mission, I am going to have to insist you remain our guest for the next few days. I am a trusting soul but you can never be to careful."
Val, old human woman Saturday August 4th, 2007 10:28:20 PM
Unsure of what room the others went into Val returns to the common room. She takes a seat and just watched the room for suspicious activity.
Bart Sunday August 5th, 2007 1:45:01 PM
Nice throw Jordy, how is life in this country and city i heard there are less hartseedings now
Cosmo Sunday August 5th, 2007 11:02:49 PM
Cosmo listens to Rigging and the old Priest. If this guy can give the Wildcards a layout of the building that will certainly help there attack.
He keeps silent waiting for more instruction from Rigging.
Ari d20+7=10 Monday August 6th, 2007 3:58:40 AM
Ari is not paying strong attention to the active conversations that the remaining swords are having. His attention is whether there are any nefarious type individuals who are paying too much attention to the things related to the swords. (listen = 10)
I hope there's no need for real roughness with the priest. It seems the swords are still a very zealous group. <sigh> I wonder if they'll ever be able to relax, or have a place where they can get out of this cycle of violence that they have.
Ari wistfully daydreams about being out in the forests and being able to interact with nature.
DM Kent d20+11=25 Monday August 6th, 2007 8:42:38 AM
Jordy throws a second dart which isn't even close to the last two and then turns and looks at Bart shaking his head, though whether at his throw or Bart's comment is not readily known.
"Less heartseeding? The Cullings are coming around once a month now as opposed to once a year now. You really can't believe that there are that many mortally sick, injured or old people in the city do you? The Veiled Quads are openly patrolling again and they are seeding at least 20 thriteen year olds nightly. And the Fear sticks and stones have been brought back into use after nearly being unused in 15 years.
The old priest looks at Rigging again. You ain't been listening very well. Other than giving you a basic layout of the upper sanctuary and rooms I don't know how much use I am going to be to you. I hain't been in that building for nigh on 10 years now and I have no desire to do so now.
Apollo makes it around the building and noted two smaller but well guarded doors in the rear of the building, probably the priest and Quads private entrances. Apollo gets back to the front of the Cathedral and is just about ready to head back and make his report when a small stone hits him on the shoulder from behind. Turning he sees a shadowy figure that seesm to be staring right at him and beckoning him to follow.
Bart Monday August 6th, 2007 3:05:09 PM
Quite different then i heard i thought it was once a year, is nothing done about it?
Valanthe, old human woman Monday August 6th, 2007 10:37:36 PM
Val is growing impatient as more time seems to be waisted. Eventually, hopefully soon, they will actually get down to business.
Rigging Monday August 6th, 2007 10:43:42 PM
Rigging smiles at the priest and hands him a parchment and ink. "Start sketching. A basic layout is better than no layout. Being there 10 years ago is better than anything I can say."
Rigging messages his friends and says, "Everyone join us in our rooms. We need to do some planning."
Once they are all together, Rigging will say, "OK we need to put a time table together. I must admit that I am surprised we are finding so much opposition to Ga'al in his own capital city. Not complaining but it is unexpected. First, we need to gather some information. Obviously this is going to be dangerous and we need to be careful. Cosmo can you cast a prying eyes? Maybe we can find a discrete window or arrow slit to send it through.
Appolo, what has your recon of the area told you? (Don't know the details of the rock thrower yet so just playing like it hasn't happened yet)
Mykael, what do you think about going in during the day and taking a look around. It will be dangerous but you could pose as a possible convert. We need some inside information. We need to find a less obtrusive way in than the front doors. Any sewers? Can we get in fron the roof? We needs answers people."
Cosmo Monday August 6th, 2007 10:45:59 PM
Cosmo remains in the background observing the priest and Rigging as they talk. He watches as the cleric sketches out the layout of the temple. He thinks about possible creatures to summon and magical defenses they might encounter.
Appolo Haste+4 Invisible Ac 31 Hp 80 d20+12=24 d20+10=25 d20+17=29 Monday August 6th, 2007 10:59:19 PM
Appolo turns and looks at the figure.Thinking well this is interesting,he decides to quietly follow the figure.Keeping his eyes and ears open ready for anything.
Spot 24 Listen 25 Move silent 34
Mykael Monday August 6th, 2007 11:01:07 PM
Mykael takes note that all of his new friends have drank themselves past the ability to speak.
When he receives the message from Rigging, he merely stands a leaves the table, saying nothing.
In the meeting.
"I believe that by coming here, we have already marked ourselves as 'Ones to be watched'. Therefore, any of us going into the temple will be in even more danger and under more scrutiny. Also, even if one is to be believed as a wanted convert. Who saves the Ga'alians would allow a change of heart, once inside? I believe that guise to gain access is a bad one."
"How many spells or abilities do the rangers and cleric have over animals? Why not sends some harmless birds to perch up high. Use the ones that already do. Rats, mice, and maybe insects for inside? Can you see through thier eyes? Or make sense of how they explain what they see or have seen? Use what the priests and soldiers will not suspect. Normal animal life and vermin of the temple itself and her sewers."
Ashira Tuesday August 7th, 2007 12:15:01 AM
The ranger looks over at Mykael and shrugs. "I can certainly call an animal to help us...I can even speak to it, but I can't see through its eyes."
Ari d20+7=20 d20+3=9 Tuesday August 7th, 2007 2:10:16 AM
Trying to keep a mindful eye on what's going on, Ari stops himself from jumping when Rigging passes the word to gather upstairs. When he sees the others disappear upstairs he decides to linger longer to see whether there are any others that might have put 2+2 together about who is doing what with whom. (listen 20, spot 9).
When Ari feels 'safe' enough to move, he'll stumble out of the common area and head upstairs. He'll continue to keep an eye out as he stumbles into Rigging's quarters. If he should feel anything amiss he'll report it as he enters the quarters.
As Ari gets caught up on what's going on he'll add, "Maybe the Emperor has had more of a hand in what's going on than anyone might know. We know the priesthood is moving a lot on its own at this point. We have been generally out of touch for some time, maybe."
Responding to other comments "I would have to change my spells in order to have any animals availabe, assuming there are any around the temple to be had."
When given a time to ponder his own question Ari states," The last question of course is how quickly we should rush into this. We've been able to get by in the past with that kind of philosophy, but can we do it now?"
DM Kent Tuesday August 7th, 2007 9:04:20 AM
Apollo begins to follow the shadowy figure and gets just around the corner out of sight of the Cathedral when he nearly runs into the figure as she steps back out of the shadow. The girl is dressed in loose fitting greyish clothes and looks to be about 10 years old.
"My Mistress sent me to meet you, Orphan Apollo. She had forseen this meeting before I was born. She told me to tell you these three things."
"First she says that, Wynd is still watching. Second, That you will eventually get back that which you lost and held so dear. And finally, that she would like to meet you and your group tomorrow at the winemellon tent called "Drake's Melons" tomorrow morning at dawn. She has some knowledge that you might find of help."
Rigging gathers all to the room and discusses the need for further info and starts the good father on sketching duty. he also offers up some thoughts on entry.
Mykael's abrupt departure raises a few eyebrows at his table but nothing is said as he leaves. Once he has heard what Rigging has to say he has some thoughts, concerns and ideas of his own.
Ari watches as the others head upstairs and keeps an eye out in the inn. He notes that members of all four of the groups take note of the Swords' departures but nothing is said or even apparently talked about. And once they are all gone it seems almost like they were never there as conversations, games and drinking goes on as before uninterupted. Finally he too makes his way upstairs and joins the others. Once there he asks a few questions of his own and listens to the thoughts of the others.
Several others chime in about spells and such.
Towards the end of the conversation and just about the time the priest finishes his sketch Apollo arrives back at the inn and makes his way to the room.
The priest appologetically tells you that he was never able to go out of the areas he has mapped, but he knows there are at least two other levels below the sanctuary. One of which has the actual gardens and the bottom where the Heart of Ga'al is located
(Map coming via email)
Appolo Tuesday August 7th, 2007 7:38:04 PM
Appolo returns to the iNN and makes a full report. to evetone.Telling them about everything he saw and heard on his patrol.
Ari Tuesday August 7th, 2007 9:20:01 PM
As Apollo makes his report, Ari's breath catches for a second when Wynd's name is mentioned.
I haven't thought of that name for some time now. I wish we might be able to talk with her, just for comfort's sake. I hope our deeds are looked well upon by Wynd.
"Many of us departed suddenly below and it created a bit of stir, but it seems as if they've all moved on in their discussions and I don't see any that had a lingering interest in us."
Having made his report he'll also chime in, "I for one am interested in this dawn meeting."
Rigging Tuesday August 7th, 2007 10:01:29 PM
Rigging listens to the reports and says, "Well yet another group seems to know we are here. I am gonna give that Gunther fellow a tongue lashing when I see him next. Someone has a big mouth!"
Rigging looks at the old priest and asks, "Good sir, what is your name? He then goes on and says, "I know you haven't been in the temple in over 10 years but being a priest you surely have some information that can help us. Do they have a mass in the mornings? They seem to be heartseeding the children at night. Would this be a good time to attack or are their guards up then. If you were planning an assualt, when would you strike knowing their normal daily rituals. Do you understand what I am looking for. Not specific knowledge but facts that you have that could be useful in catching them off guard."
Rigging looks at the Wildcards and says, "I want guards on duty tonight. We will get a good night sleep and then go see this mistress who wants to give us some information."
Rigging will Val down to get some food and drinks to bring up to the room for the priest. He isn't going anywhere tonight.
Ashira Tuesday August 7th, 2007 11:06:42 PM
The ranger arches an eyebrow at the mention of Wynd. Wynd....Rigging's old...hmmmm...he doesn't seem to be responding to that bit of information...interesting. Ashira volunteers to take a double shift and then sets about watching over the "priest" as she combs the map for details. It was a start. Not much of one perhaps...but a start.
Cosmo Tuesday August 7th, 2007 11:15:40 PM
Cosmo studies the map the the priest has drawn.
"Well it looks like once we are the only way out will be by fighting back to the front door or by using magic. Hopefully we do not run into any areas where magic is limited."
Appolo Wednesday August 8th, 2007 12:45:53 AM
After giving his report.Which includes the two guarded back door,numbers of Preists,troops and poeple moving in and out of the Temple as well the surrounding area,Appolo looks aeouns and says I think we should meet with this person the little girl mentioned.She was only a bout 10 but could see me and hit me witha small rock even though I was several yards away invisible and hasted.So if this is a trap it doesn't really matter becuase they already know we're and can apparently take us out at thier liezure.Also the rumors on the street is that the G'aalians a re preparing for heavy duty visitors.They have trained a specialized quad that can double in size and strength as well as anything else that hey can think of.I say we get bacl on our ship in the morning and run.I mean if we have any sense that is what we'll do.The enemy is ready and waiting."
Val Wednesday August 8th, 2007 7:03:13 AM
"Well I guess I'll be the one to say it. Captain you have to plan in contingency that everything we have been told is to mislead us. Too many people know why we are here. Any surprise we had is lost because somebody couldn't keep their mouth shut. Right now it appears that everybody hastes the church, and they have reason, but we cannot for a second believe the clergy are fools. Everybody down in that common room could be genuine. They could also be plants by the clergy."
Nezamil Wednesday August 8th, 2007 1:18:14 PM
The dwarf listens quietly as infomation is gathered and reported.
"well seems many know we are coming here....seems certain that the Ga'alian brotherhood knows the same ......we need to be extra careful......and not to mention work as a team......working solo is just to dangerous"
"we ain't running anyway just yet Appolo......we have busuness to attend to first.....we've come too far to not try this "
attendence report Wednesday August 8th, 2007 1:23:54 PM
Dm Kent xxxxx Ashira xxooo Appolo xxoxx Rigging xoxxx Val xxoxx Bart oxoxx Nezamil xxoxo Mykael xxxoo Cosmo xxoxx Ari xxoxx
Ook people we've all gotten the e-mail from Kent and Jerry about posting !!! combat is coming soon !!!! lets post and stay alive !!!! ;-)
Bart Wednesday August 8th, 2007 2:10:30 PM
Bart throws another dart and ask about life in the city. Is nothing done about the priests I thought they only did hartseading with youngsters of 13.
DM Kent Wednesday August 8th, 2007 5:33:33 PM
Apollo make his report and states that the think about making the meeting with the girl's mistress.
Ari and the others add their thoughts as well as their misgivings and ready themselves for what they hope is not one great big trap.
The priest looks up at Rigging's questions and comments.
"Well now, my name be, or at least that which I go by now, is Nubs Alingie.
Well if you don't want current specifics then that do be true. I do know somewhat of their daily order of things and such.
They have two daily services one bout 2 hours after sunup and one bout two hour afor sundown. Prolly bout 4000 folks in there bout them times. Heartseeding goes on nightly, usually starting bout midnight or there abouts. There be two rooms for that one fer the boys and one fer the girls, pointing to the two rooms on the map he just drew.
There are only two ways into the cathedral. the front gate or the priest entrances in the rear. (Again showing you on the map. Now used to be they had a quad watching the front gate, the inner gate and the rear doors. and ususally they had one in the bell tower as well, though that jobs usually given to those on punishment for som'at.
I don't really know which way would be best but I certainly wouldn't want to go in during the main service times. In any case, if'n you go in the front way, yer somehow's gonna have to stop the bell tower guards from sounding the alarm when you attack.
If you go in the back way you will liekly run in to a whole lot of priests and such as that is where their quarters are. An' there be's an alarm pull in their quarters as well.
The Quads and Priests are human so they do have to sleep and such, but the place is or was very well guarded at all times, what with the Dragon Cult, The Emperor and the Jacks all working against the priesthood. There are or were also some pull chords near the entrances to the heartseeding rooms that will set off an alarm as well, so you may need to try and do something about them.
Rigging Wednesday August 8th, 2007 10:02:30 PM
Rigging listens again to the priest and nods when he hears his name and smiles, "Nice to meet you. Wish it could be under better circumstances."
He looks to the other Wildcards and says, "We will rest tonight and wake up and meet this stranger who can pick out Appolo when he is sneaking around. Possibly an ally. Maybe a way to get in.
So far I think we should tackle the priests home first. We are charged to killing as many of them as possible and catching them in bed, out of armor and unprepared seems like a good time. They also can't reinforce the quads and heal them up.
Anyway to bed. We have an early day tomorrow. Usual guard shifts and we are all sharing one room."
Val Wednesday August 8th, 2007 11:31:43 PM
"As for the tower bells. Could we enchant an arrow or something small and tie it to an arrow. we shoot high digging the arrow into the stone and includes the bell in a zone of silence. That way when they ring the bell nothing happens. It won't last forever but it will buy some extra time."
Ari Thursday August 9th, 2007 12:12:35 AM
Ari takes a closer look at the priest since he's in their quarters now. He hadn't spent too much time looking while they were in the common area for fear of giving away too much interest in the local area. (ooc if there's nothing new that's fine).
Not sure if things should be said in front of the priest, Ari decides to wait until the priest is out of ear shot, or unless some other indication is given that it is okay to talk in front of him.
"Do we have the ability to cast mis-direction and non-detection? That might help us either once we get started or even now."
"If we don't find any children tomorrow, we might want to try looking around for some."
Looking at Apollo Ari states, "Remember what it was like for us, running around and knowing the short cuts and the in and outs of the town. We might be able to find those that could show us some unseen in ands outs of the temple and the town. Or whether we should keep contacting the Jacks and Jills as a last resort if we have no other way out."
Bart Thursday August 9th, 2007 1:22:17 AM
Apperently Bart doesnt get any more info from Jordy. See you around Jordy, next time we play a longer match if u like. Bart goes to the backroom and joins his friends who are all studying the map of the temple. Hmmm why cant we go in by daytime, hide somewhere, and during the night we go to the lower levels using the secret door
Mykael Thursday August 9th, 2007 2:20:43 AM
Mykael finds a nice spot and goes to sleep for the night.
He stands his watch and studies his spells.
Appolo Thursday August 9th, 2007 11:46:32 AM
Appolo looks at Rigging and the others"Ok sounds fine with me,Now I'm going to go get a few hours sleep in the room I purchased.I'm not worried about them.If they want to hit us they will,so I'm going get some rest.I suggest everyone else do the same.Don't worry about setting up a watch.We only havea few hours before sunrise anyways andI suggest we move out before it comes up and have the meet well scouted before hand."
Cosmo Thursday August 9th, 2007 2:39:13 PM
Cosmo takes first watch so he can get a good nights sleep.
If all goes quitely then he finds a spot to sellp and in the morning studies for his spells.
Nezamil Thursday August 9th, 2007 4:28:03 PM
The Cleric of Domi smiles as Rigging decides to attack the Priests quarters 1st " hit en hard and fast ....i like that "
"Any suggestions on spell use we can coordinate for the attack ??" asks Nezamil
"lets make sure we watch each others backs.....this is gonna be very dangerous "
Val Thursday August 9th, 2007 9:36:21 PM
"The idea about finding the street urchins. Thats a good idea. They see things nobody does. Know things that people think they don't. We could learn a lot from them. I think they will be receptive to our cause. How many of their friends get taken away only to return different?"
DM kent Thursday August 9th, 2007 10:45:11 PM
Short post - family emergency_
Rigging and the Swords come up with a basic plan and decide to try and get a good night's rest. Watches are set, the priest finds a corner and sleep is found to some degree for everyone.
The final watch decides that it is just about time for everyone to get up so they can meet the mystery melon woman.
Ari Friday August 10th, 2007 11:25:30 AM
(ooc I hope things go as well as they can for your emergency Kent. Your post can be interpreted two different ways. Should we post our overnight routines, or should we expect a 2nd more lengthy post from you once the emergency is taken care of? (figured I'd ask :) ))
Nezamil Friday August 10th, 2007 4:46:59 PM
The dwarf stirs as he is awakened by the last watch......taking some time to mediate to Domi the priest seats himself out of the way in a corner to pray.
Afterwards Nezamil will follow Ccaptain Riggings plan.
(spell list to follow ) (hope everything is well with you and you family kent)
Appolo Friday August 10th, 2007 7:08:08 PM
Appolo sleeps well and awakes about an hour before dawn.Once awake he gets cleaned up and suited up.Once ready he jions the others and heads for the meeting nice and quiet like.
Cosmo Friday August 10th, 2007 7:36:29 PM
Cosmo finsihes studying for his spells and joins the rest of the Wildcards for breakfast.
Spell list coming!
Rigging Friday August 10th, 2007 8:40:46 PM
Rigging wakes up, tweaks his spells and gets ready for the meeting with Appolo's mysterious lady.
level: message x2, prestidigitation, mage hand 1st level: 4+2 comprehend languages, mage armor, magic missile x 2, tensor's floating disk, shield 2nd level: 4+2 scorching rays x3, see invisible, prot from arrows, mirror image 3rd level: 4+1 haste, fly, blink, fireball, lightning bolt 4th level: 4+1 polymorph, empowered fireball, dimension door x 2 Evards Black tentacles 5th level: 3+1 Cone of Cold, teleport, passwall, Break enchantment 6th level: 2+1 Greater dispel magic, distergrate, true seeing
Val Friday August 10th, 2007 10:19:01 PM
Val enjoys a lengthy reverie, awakening well rested. "So what do we do today?"
Mykael Friday August 10th, 2007 11:34:15 PM
Mykael sits in the corner drumming out a beat on Nezamil's helm, while he waits for the group to move out.
DM Kent d100=7 Saturday August 11th, 2007 2:30:54 PM
(thanks for the well wishers etc. My dad is doing better had a major scare. Not quite out of the woods yet but looking better.)
Up early, the party makes ther way downstairs and out the front door.
Apollo remembers having seen the Melon Wine shop on their way in town, though it was further back toward the docks. Having told Rigging this, the group begins the moderate trek to their destination.
Street cleaners and gleaners are to be seen doing their things and a number of merchants and stall owners are moving about beginging to set up for they day.
The journey takes all of about 20 minutes and the Winemelon tent is seen just ahead and to the right.
Outside of the tent opening you see a small figure sitting crosslegged as if waiting. The inside of the tent behind her is totally dark as far as you can tell.
Bart Sunday August 12th, 2007 3:47:25 AM
Bart stays in the back of the group, ready to react if necessary.
Hmm we allways could start a fire and burn the place down
Ari Monday August 13th, 2007 8:13:42 AM
While the party moves to their meeting, Ari does his best to keep his eyes out for the various street Urchins for future contact, if they're not involved in this upcoming meeting.
As usual Ari feels apprehensive about this meeting that could either help the group, or could be a trap.
ooc my main house breaker has gone down and I'm currently trying to have the maintenance person get it fixed. posting is problematic at best! :( :)
Will drop a note when I'm in the clear.
Appolo d20+12=27 d20+10=11 Monday August 13th, 2007 1:24:23 PM
Once they reach the tent and see the girl outside the tent Appolo stops the group"Ok folks this is it.I'm going forward first if I think everything is ok I'll wave the rest of forward if not I'll bolt and everyone else run.back to the ship.Keep your eyes and ears open."Appolo then moves quickly toward the tent and the figure on the ground watching and listening for anything suspicious.
Once he reaches the figure Appolo says "Hello good morning."With smile.
Nezamil Monday August 13th, 2007 5:14:41 PM
the armored dwarf peers at the tent......using his dwarven vision to see deeper into the tent.
"is this the place? "mutters Nezamil "
Keeping to his position in the center of th group the dwarf will quietly shift from foot to foot......slightly anxious of waiting in the open
Cosmo Monday August 13th, 2007 5:20:28 PM
"Rigging am I taking the lead here as the merchant or are you going to speak?"
Cosmo waits to see how Rigging wants him to act.
OOC - Spell list and active effects coming!
Ashira the very plain woman Monday August 13th, 2007 9:45:34 PM
The plain woman walks slowly toward the Melon Wine shop with the others. She carefully examines all of the wares along the way, as if carefully considering a future purchase. Upon arrival at the shop, Ashira adopts a very bored manner as if she is simply waiting for the more important members of her party to finish up their business.
DM Kent Monday August 13th, 2007 10:22:45 PM
Ari keeps a lookout for street urchins and really ees very little as it is still about 5:00 in the morning, but he does recall seeing very few children and none over the age of 11 since they arrived.
Ashira keeps an eye out on the shops they are apssing and those beginning to set up shop trying to see what it is that they might be selling.
Nez peer into the darkness of the tent and is happy to note that it is normal darkness and from the distance he s away he can see what looks to be several tables and chairs inside but little else.
Cosmo waits for Rigging to find out who and how this is going down when Appolo says his piece and heads to the door.
As he approaches the figure on the ground, Apollo realises it is the same little girl and she looks up when he addresses her.
"Good morning. My mistress awaits inside and to the right. Please make your way inside. All of you please. My mistrees told me to tell you that you should hurry inside as a Culling crew is going to be coming around the corner within seconds."
Rigging Monday August 13th, 2007 10:31:06 PM
(ooc sorry for the missed post.)
Rigging darts into the tent wondering if he is jumping into a trap. He has a scorching ray spell ready in case of trouble.
Val Monday August 13th, 2007 11:32:57 PM
Val stands in the back watching silently.
ooc: apologies for the missed post and the short one here. Some RL stuff is making things difficult.
Mykael Tuesday August 14th, 2007 1:15:09 AM
Mykael quickly makes his way into the tent and moves to the left. Surveying then entire enclosure, he quickly finds a darker spot to observe and listen from.
Ari Tuesday August 14th, 2007 9:37:23 AM
Having heard about the Culling crews, Ari quickly moves inside with the one bit of information that might actually make him jump to get inside.
1-level comprehend Languages Feather Fall Grease Shield Spider Climb
1-level Ranger
Entangle Jump
2-level alter Self Resist Energy flaming sphere, cats grace
3-level
Dispel Magic Lightening Bolt Slow
Nezamil Tuesday August 14th, 2007 3:02:17 PM
Nezamil quickly follows the others into the tent.......following Mykael's example but goes to the rightside......so as not to all walk into the same trap incase there is one.
Cosmo Tuesday August 14th, 2007 3:53:20 PM Active Spells or Effects: Contingency (Invisibility; casting a Summon Monster spell ): 10/11 days Mage Armor (extended): 22 hours
Cosmo follows the group inside the tent. He remains alert for a trap.
Spell List (* for cast spell): 0 Level (5): Acid Splash, Detect Magic, Read Magic, Mage Hand & Message 1st Level (7): Magic Missile x2 , Reduce Person, True Strike, Enlarge Person, Mage Armor * & Exp. Retreat 2nd Level (7): Acid Arrow, Scorching Ray x2, Web, Invisibility, See Invisibility & Alter Self 3rd Level (7): SM III x2, Fireball x2, Lightning Bolt, Slow & Haste 4th Level (5): SM IV x2, Greater Invisibility, Dimension Door & Polymorph 5th Level (4): SM V x2, Animal Growth & Teleport 6th Level (3): SM VI, Chain Lightning & Scorching Ray (Quicken)
Appolo d20+12=18 d20+10=23 Tuesday August 14th, 2007 7:50:10 PM
Appolo isn't worried about the culling patrol and let's all the others enter first as he isa bit miffed that they ignored his advice and didn't wait for his signal,Appolo enters last keeping his eyes and ears open.
Spot 18 Listen 23
DM Kent Tuesday August 14th, 2007 10:40:49 PM
The inside of the tent is unlit but with the gray of dawn you can make out the tables and chairs etc. Those with dark vision see a nicely laid out drinking establishment and just to the left of the entryway an old lady sits at a table. She doesn't appear to look up or even move as you all enter.
"Good morning Wildcards, please come in and have a seat. Let me sense your presences. If you need a light you may make one, it will not bother old Lunetta. My eyes are all past seeing anyway.
attendence report Wednesday August 15th, 2007 10:39:35 AM
Dm Kent xxxxx Ashira xxoox Appolo xxxxx Rigging xxxxo Val xxxxo Bart xxxox Nezamil oxxxx Mykael xoxxo Cosmo xxxxx Ari xxxxx
a good week of posting everyone !! keep it up !! ;-)
Bart Wednesday August 15th, 2007 11:44:01 AM
Bart is a bit surprised the old lady knows the name of their group. Hello madam my name is Albarth Bart for short, nice to meet u
Nezamil Wednesday August 15th, 2007 1:53:21 PM
The dwarf measures up the old lady.....and decides to comply " greetings Lunetta.......i'm called Nezamil ......a member of Domi's brotherhood" adds the dwarf respectfully
Taking a seat......Nezamil waits for the meeting to start
Cosmo d20+5=16 Wednesday August 15th, 2007 1:56:14 PM Active Spells or Effects: Contingency (Invisibility; casting a Summon Monster spell ): 10/11 days Mage Armor (extended): 22 hours
Cosmo moves to one of the offered seats and sits down. He looks around the sent as his eyes get used to the darkness.
Spot 16
Spell List (* for cast spell): 0 Level (5): Acid Splash, Detect Magic, Read Magic, Mage Hand & Message 1st Level (7): Magic Missile x2 , Reduce Person, True Strike, Enlarge Person, Mage Armor * & Exp. Retreat 2nd Level (7): Acid Arrow, Scorching Ray x2, Web, Invisibility, See Invisibility & Alter Self 3rd Level (7): SM III x2, Fireball x2, Lightning Bolt, Slow & Haste 4th Level (5): SM IV x2, Greater Invisibility, Dimension Door & Polymorph 5th Level (4): SM V x2, Animal Growth & Teleport 6th Level (3): SM VI, Chain Lightning & Scorching Ray (Quicken)
Ari Wednesday August 15th, 2007 5:20:14 PM
"I am Ari."
Ari feels comforted for some reason, when the groups name is mentioned. Curious that she seems to know a fair amount about our group. It will be interesting to see how this fares and what we shall learn
2-level - alter Self, Resist Energy, flaming sphere, cats grace
3-level - Dispel Magic, Lightening Bolt, Slow
Apppolo d20+12=30 d20+10=30 Wednesday August 15th, 2007 7:39:08 PM
Appolo moves slightly to the right of the door but remains in the shadows standing quietly,he watches and listens.Om the alert for trouble.He thinks to himself.Great seems everyone know aho we are and what we're going to do.
DM Kent Wednesday August 15th, 2007 11:03:35 PM
Spot DC 14 to see:Highlight to display spoiler: { You notice that Lunetta is missing both of her thumbs}
Yes, Apollo many know who you are, including old Lunetta, but in truth they know not that you are who you are, or when you are coming, let alone what you truly might do.
The streams of possibilities that I see are endless, though some are stronger and less maleable than others. And several are streams of darkness. All have the possibility of being though only one will end true. Many of the streams will split or end depending on your decisions and what you do or don't do. Death is seen and overcome. Life is allowed to keep living. Darkness brings its own light and depths of despair. Swords will break and be reforged.
I foresaw this meeting four years ago while I was a "Guest" at the cathedral. By Lemtrovex's mercy I escaped, but I have been awaiting your arrival for nearly four years.
But my story is not completely what you are here for. Though I can tell you about the garden level and heart sanctum. I am allowed to answer one question about the possible futures I see, but I can not tell you what the futures hold. Think discuss and then ask your one question and then I will tell you what I know of the cathedral.
Mykael Thursday August 16th, 2007 12:05:54 AM
Mykael confers with the group about the question they should ask.
"I think we should ask... that out of all of the possible futures, what was the most consistant or biggest mistake we made or surprise that we didnt plan for."
"Or perhaps, out of all the possibilities, if there is one that shows us destroying the heartseed tree permanently, how did we do it?"
"Those two are the best I can think of right off hand like this."
Val Thursday August 16th, 2007 6:46:26 AM
"I don't think we should ask anything. Knowing the future may change what we do. Trying for one specific future may do more harm than good."
Bart Thursday August 16th, 2007 2:58:50 PM
Normally i wwould agree with you Val, but knowing how to kill the hartseed tree is a big plus.
Appolo Thursday August 16th, 2007 3:06:26 PM
Appolo steps forward"Ok folks we don't need to know the future.We're not meant to.All we need to know is what she knows about the cathedral and how to kill the tree and if it's in there G'aal's heart.That's it.Let's keep it simple and let the chips fall were they may.Certian questions are best left asked let alone answered."
Rigging d20+7=21 Thursday August 16th, 2007 3:12:22 PM
Spot roll 21 for thumbs
Rigging ponders what the old seer says as he glances at her hands and notices her missing thumbs. He looks to the others and says, "Maybe we should ask about our planned entrance and exit plans and see if they are the proper way to go.
Things are going to get to fuzzy while in the church."
Rigging frowns and looks at the old woman and asks, "How is it everyone knows we are coming? We only got this mission a short time ago."
Nezamil Thursday August 16th, 2007 4:22:26 PM
The Cleric of Domi winces slightly as the old women highlights the word "guest" and shakes his head sadly
" that was indeed fortunate that you were able to escape .......the terrible things that happened to you and others you witnessed" adds Nezamil quietly
Nodding as the other Wildcards discuss the question to be asked
Ari Thursday August 16th, 2007 6:23:10 PM
He turns to the others in the group and says, "Should we ask specific question about the which future we want to bring about, or do we want to ask a broader question that will give us the ability to better evaluate what we're going to do. A broader question I could think of would be how many futures are there where we destroy the seed and escape the city?!
I don't think knowing the future changes much. Since we are all individuals we each have a decision in this future. Since each future is a series of decisions, I don't see how we necessariy can get to the future that she might point us to"
Cosmo Thursday August 16th, 2007 7:31:30 PM
"I think asking how to kill the tree is the best question."
Active Spells or Effects: Contingency (Invisibility; casting a Summon Monster spell ): 10/11 days Mage Armor (extended): 22 hours
Spell List (* for cast spell): 0 Level (5): Acid Splash, Detect Magic, Read Magic, Mage Hand & Message 1st Level (7): Magic Missile x2 , Reduce Person, True Strike, Enlarge Person, Mage Armor * & Exp. Retreat 2nd Level (7): Acid Arrow, Scorching Ray x2, Web, Invisibility, See Invisibility & Alter Self 3rd Level (7): SM III x2, Fireball x2, Lightning Bolt, Slow & Haste 4th Level (5): SM IV x2, Greater Invisibility, Dimension Door & Polymorph 5th Level (4): SM V x2, Animal Growth & Teleport 6th Level (3): SM VI, Chain Lightning & Scorching Ray (Quicken)
for Nellie by Ken Thursday August 16th, 2007 10:52:18 PM
Benjamin Scott Knotts born August 15 @ 2:31 pm baby did very well, slid thru the canal like a water slide. Janell had a bleeding problem and had a tough recovery. Both are doing well now and looking forward to comming home. Benjamin has pointed out his displeasure by some of his captors, i mean nurses. This morning he gave such a show during a diaper change as to cause one nurse to have to shower and change clothes.
Dad, however, is more than able to sooth his cries (i've done it several times). And tonight's diaper change there was an attempted fountain spray that was quickly shut down with no damage.
DM Kent Thursday August 16th, 2007 11:41:29 PM
As Rigging notices the seer's lack of thumbs, he remembers that the leader of the Dragon Cult is usually thumbless.
I will assume that the question about how people know you are here is not really the "question" you want to ask.
But as I mentioned I have known a group of adventurers was coming for this purpose four years ago and others have seen this stream of possiblity as well and the rumor of it has been leaked and spread around for some time as a measure of hope. Very few people know that it pertains to the group sometimes known as the Wildcards and those that do do not likely know who you are or what you look like. I would suppose that any knew and unusual group that arrives in the city at this time is going to attract some extra attention.
While se is talking to you she is continuing to sketch out her diagram though she has yet to look down at her paper once.
Ari Friday August 17th, 2007 11:44:53 AM
Listening to what has been said, Ari ponders more on the question that the group gets to ask. Speaking more to Rigging than anyone else Ari states, "We could ask for who is our biggest ally that will help us directly with the destruction of the heart. Or words to that effect."
Val Friday August 17th, 2007 3:48:40 PM
Val watches the woman and starts to wonder. If she found this woman during a time of peace instead of war. There are so many questions she has about her own life. Is any of her family still alive? Why did fate put her in this elven body that makes her look like a golden haired drow? She was more beautiful so Val didn't mind that much. Was her chosen path the right one? Was she right into her new devotion?
Appolo Friday August 17th, 2007 6:20:43 PM
Appolo just has a seat and relaxes.He waits patiently for someone else to ask the question.
Nezamil Friday August 17th, 2007 6:25:38 PM
Glancing over at what Lunetta is drawing,Nezamil study's it,
As a follower of Domi.....Ga'als enemy......Nezamil surveys his surroundings .....and what has brought him to this very point......." this is a very important moment in Woldian history......we can help change Ga'als influence in thsi area and Wold wide ......so please lets make this one question count"
The Cleric of Domi offers a pray to Domi to help grant them courage in the upcoming saga.
Mykael Friday August 17th, 2007 10:58:08 PM
"Captain, we are good with tactics, thus we have to trust our skills for entry, and it wont matter who our allies are, since they will be our allies."
"If we cant figure out how to destroy the tree, or we have to take precious time to experiment on what works, then we could be in trouble. Likewise, finding out a dangerous surprise would be, before hand, will help us emensely. We should focus on what would help us the most."
"The future is ever changing, and has many forks depending on our choices. There is nothing wrong with taking a look, however, one does need to be careful. Asking one question about something that we do not know, but is in most or all forks will yield us the best chance for good information and the least chance of problems."
Ashira (sub-George) Friday August 17th, 2007 11:41:55 PM
Ashira standing quietly behind is itching for some action. Standing around posing possible questions for future events seems crazy to her. She is ready to go and carve up some priests and kill the heartseed tree.
Rigging Friday August 17th, 2007 11:44:22 PM
Rigging looks down at the woman who can multi-task so well. He looks at her and says, "I must agree with Mykael. We have all faced priests, quads and minions before but we have never taken on one of the heartseed trees. Is the tree capable of self defense....no wait! What is the best way to destroy Ga'al's heartseed tree?"
Bart Saturday August 18th, 2007 3:45:42 AM
Bart waits to hear the answer of the old woman
DM Kent Saturday August 18th, 2007 3:56:01 PM
(OOC: I will assume you mean how do you destroy the Heart of Ga'al, as there is no such thing as a heart seed tree. Heartseeds are actually immature plants that grow on mature heartseed plants, You have been told there are two nurseries/gardens below the top level and then the Heart of Ga'al (the mother of all heart seed plants below that).
The seer pushes the map she sketched back over to you and then begins a little story.
"The map I have drawn you is what I remember from when I was kept as a guest of the cathedral in the heart sanctum. The heart sanctum (or Chamber of Hearts) is the room that is adjacent to the two nursery/gardens. It is where the actual hearts and heartseeds of ALL the former Ga'alian head priests for the last 400 years are kept. Each one is situated upon a stone bier that contains the body of the Priest. These heart/heartseedc are still alive and contain all of the collected knowledge and wisdom of all the previous high priests. They are arranged along the spiral staircase that descends to the room where the Heart of Ga'al resides. While there I was locked in this chamber and actually communed with one of the heartminds, a certain Ainemmos, who was head priest 360 years ago. The heart minds and the heart of Ga'al are very strong with mind control abilities."
"While connected with him I was able to learn that the gardens are tended by two powerful undead and their pets. I know little about them other than to say that one of them is a treant."
After having passed over the map and told her story, she then turs to Rigging as he asks his question.
"Ahhh, you choose the least visible of all the streams and those which are less fixed in time and place, due to the number of posible variables. But let's see what I can discover along these three particular streams."
Her white eyes roll up under her lids and after a few moments she starts speaking in a hoarse whisper.
* "Daylight, Blood sprays, thousands of people, pain, laughter, death, loss of love, strength of arms fails, torrents of blood washes away the healing water. A deck of cards cut in twain, pieces on the floor, No one left to aid the fallen."
She shudders a moment and then again begis to speak this time in a very shrill child like voice.
* "Calm, quiet darkness, children crying, run run, helping hands, fires smothered, a sharp sythe, strength of will, pain, burning, the coolness of water, A damaged incomplete deck of cards sits on the table, Allies left behind help those in need."
This time she slumps forward in her chair and then after a few moments sits back up ramrod straight and begins chanting in a male priest-like voice.
* "Silent Darkness, Moonlight, Blood Pain, comforting ice, Fog Burn soothing water, Sticky Acid helpful water, Arid wind cooling water, Ware the flowers, Make like a desert, strength of will prevails, let the water flow, Friends help where they may, a deck of cards is laying on a table."
With the last word her head falls to the table. The little girl quickly moves forward and raising her face slaps the old woman across the face twice and then lifts a glass of some sort of liquid to her lips.
The old lady sputters a bit and then starts to swallow the liquid though she does spill some of the thick golden liquid down her cheeks. A fe more sips and then sh looks up at you.
"Well, I am fairly sure that wasn't exactly what you came for, but there are always bits and pieces of things to be taken from what is seen. Remember that none of this is firmly written, but merely streams of possibility."
(ooc: Map coming in email.)
Ari Sunday August 19th, 2007 5:24:27 AM
Listening to the seer, Ari's mouth falls further open with each pronouncement. When the seers head falls to the table, so does Ari's jaw.
I knew we were going to get a cryptic reading, but this seems almost off the cryptic scale
After his thought is done Ari will close his mouth and try to look around and see how the others fared with this pronouncement.
Ari decides to ponder what was said as he waits to see how the seers words affect the others in the party.
Val Sunday August 19th, 2007 6:12:25 PM
"I give them credit. They really have one hell of a set up going. Even when their best priests die what they have learned still lives on. No wonder its been so hard to get rid of them."
Cosmo Sunday August 19th, 2007 10:47:27 PM
Cosmo listens to the womans prophecies. Most of it doesn't make any sense. Only one thing is mentioned in all 3.
"So what do you make of the deck of cards thing in all 3 prophecies."
Appolo Monday August 20th, 2007 12:14:39 PM
Appolo just smiles and luaghs when the old woman tells here prohecies"Ok thanks for the map and the info,but outside of the map and the undead.You really didn't tell us anything we didn't already knowOdds are agianst and theres a good chance we will fail and get wiped out,there's also a good chance we won't.Well folks Unless she ahs anything specific she wants to add,we best get going.Nice to meet you two,but we places to go and people to kill."he says the stands shaking his head and laughing as prepares to head out with merriment in his eyes.A deadly gleam as well.
Bart Monday August 20th, 2007 2:09:49 PM
Another Riddle it must be something like this kill the tree by moonlight in the middle of the night using a burning acid cloud that moves around with a control wind spell or something like that, what do yopu think Nez you know the most about divine spells
Nezamil Monday August 20th, 2007 3:49:12 PM
Nodding at the olf lady " Thank you for your help" adds Nezamil sincerely
Loooking at Bart " hmm let me think about that .....see what Domi can grant me " smiles the dwarf
Turning to Captain Rigging " so whats the first thing we do ?" as Nezamil ponders the Seer's words
With a look of distaste at Appolo the dwarf just shakes his head " very sad.....very sad " murmers Nezamil
Spell list Zero-Creare water x2,Light x2,Read magic,Mending 1st-Detect undead,Divine favor,Hide from undead,Protection f-evil x2,Shield of faith x2(Enlarge) 2nd-Aid x2,Resist energy,Darkness,Silence(Bull str) 3rd-Searing light x2,Magic circle,Blindness,Protection from energy(Magic vestments) 4th-Airwalk,Dismissal,Freedom of movement x2(Spell Immunity) 5th-True seeing,Rightous might,Flame strike(Spell Resistance) 6th-Blade barrier (Aanti-magic shield field)
Don't forget, Nezamil passed out 3 potions of Resist energy to Val,Bart,ashira)(1 each)
The html close command should come after the /. Corrected posting. Todd
Rigging Monday August 20th, 2007 7:14:01 PM
Rigging ponders the words and says, "It almost seems that we aren't to go in alone. Our allies are mentioned and if I would have to guess, they will help others escape. Maybe the children being held for heartseeding. I don't understand this card thing unless it is referring to the pirates and the different suits.
Still the knowledge of the undead is helpful. Nezamil prepare yourself for them.
Lady, I thank you for your sight. Is their any other help you can offer? I believe you are associated with the dragon cult." Rigging points at her hands. "So you should have some expertise in this. Where would you send forces to attack the temple? Not asking for your sight, only your wisdom."
Mykael Tuesday August 21st, 2007 12:09:42 AM
Mykael ponders on the information and then smiles at the lack of understanding of the group.
"Three different branches of the future. The first informs us that if we attack during the day, there will be quick reinforcements and we will be all cut down."
He stops with the discription and explains, "The cards refers to us, you know, cards is short for Wildcards."
Mykael continues, "The second illustrates that a night attack is best, however, if we use fire then there will be many heading in to save it and they will succeed. And I believe many will be injured from the fire. And we will lose a few of us."
"The final one appears to be the best course to follow, if I understand it right. Attack at night under a moon, use acid. Not sure about the blood, ice, or fog parts. The arid wind, flowers, and desert reference the dieing of the plants and seed, I think. Our strength of will prevails... dont know about the water part. Allies help and we all end up drinking around a tavern table exhausted."
"Perhaps its that simple or maybe its a little more involved to kill the seeds and plants. Maybe freeze them, then fiery fog... shocks the system and lowers thier defenses so the acid can do its work. Hmmm...."
Mykael turns to the seer, "Madam, can you offer up any insight to what you saw?"
DM kent Tuesday August 21st, 2007 5:53:15 AM
The lady listens as several of the Wildcards voice their disappointment at the cryptic seeing and then Mykael speaks his piece and she perks up listening to what he is saying.
"That is well read Mykael, not perfect perhaps but very well done. (300 experience points Mykael)
There are a few things that you might look at more closely though. There seems to be a theme even in the first negative reading, having to do with water and even perhaps your strength of will.
I also believe you are right on about the cards representing yourselves, a night attack and the part about allies helping out, though it sounds more support and relief as opposed to direct help."
Turning to Rigging she continues.
"As to advice about where to attack. Well, if I were planning this forray, I would probably go in the front door if I could insure the silence of the Bell Tower and its Guards, as at night the Priests quarters will be full with priests and quads and guarded as well.
If I were doing in during the day I would probably go for the back door as there are less likely to be fully occupied during business hours, though you run the risk of anywhere from 100 - 4000 worshippers to deal with depending on the time of day."
Rigging Tuesday August 21st, 2007 11:31:35 AM
Rigging digests the seer's advice and then turns to the others, "That decides it. We will attack tonight. I don't want to deal with hundreds or thousands of worshippers. So we need a plan to take out the guards in the bell tower. Appolo, how many did you see up there during your scouting mission last night? Makes sense to use the wand to cast invisibility on maybe Bart, Ashira and Val and have them take them out covered in invisibilty and silence spells. Nezamil can get them up their with his airwalk spell.
When they are done, we go through the front gate and try to get to the heartseed plants as fast as possible. Cosmo, it will be yours and my job to kill the plants. Do you have any ideas on that score? Maybe a fire elemenal?. Or just plain fireballs. Wall of fire? Have to be careful, I am sure they will have some protections. Maybe some way to uproot them from below."
Rigging will look at the others and ask, "What exactly was our mission. I think the heartseeds are at the core of it but we were supposed to kill priests and what else? I am leery of depending on magic to much. I am sure the temple has many wards."
attendence report Tuesday August 21st, 2007 3:35:55 PM
Dm Kent xxxxx Ashira *leave of absence for baby duty ;-) Appolo xxxxx Rigging xoxxx Val xooxx Bart oxxxx Nezamil xxxxx Mykael xoxxx Cosmo xxxox Ari xxxxx
another good week people !! remember combat coming !! be ready and post to keep us all alive !!!!
* permission granted by Benjamin Scott Knotts
Nezamil Tuesday August 21st, 2007 3:53:15 PM
Listening to Captain Riggings plans the dwarf adds " Captain .....the airwalk spell is only for one person.....but i can cast the spell of silence on a pebble.....should get about a 20'ft radius on whoever carry's it.......the guards in the bell tower should be their strongest.....so maybe Appolo can take him out him self before joining us again.......would be a good oppurtunity to have him sneak up on anyone sneaking up on us "
"Also since Llunetta mentioned undead in there i could also protect us with a spell that helps hide us from the undead......it's not a perfect spell but could give us a nice edge ....at least in the beginiing ....before we spot the walking dead"
" I was also wondering about that new quad they have organized.......they say it is specialized in enlarging themselves.......i wonder about the size of the rooms in the temple......if they can all really fight effectivly in confined spaces.......might be helpful if we could confine them in some many......anybody have any ideas on that ??"
With a look at Mykael " you have a web spell handy ??......i have prayed for a couple of free moevement spells.....might be a good combination "
Appolo Tuesday August 21st, 2007 8:05:11 PM
Appolo just watches and listens"Well I can take out the guards in the bell tower at least keep it quiet.I also have some things to help me climb.So going over the wall won't be too difficult."
Cosmo Tuesday August 21st, 2007 8:35:19 PM
Hmmm, alot to think about.
"I don't know Rigging. It sounds like fire may not be the answer. They may have the whole area protected against fire."
"Let me think about it a little bit."
Mykael Tuesday August 21st, 2007 10:41:38 PM
"I still think that acid is the way to go. And I dont think the area is protected against fire. I believe that fire will draw attention faster, and many will move in to save the plants, both succeeding in saving them and also injuring many in a fire that gets out of hand. I think that is what the message was saying."
Rigging Wednesday August 22nd, 2007 12:19:56 AM
"OK Acid it is. Where do we get acid? Figure you will need quite a bit...Maybe a barrel. How do we get it?"
Ari Wednesday August 22nd, 2007 7:15:14 AM
"There was also a mention of being like the desert, along with the acid. Do you think that might mean some kind of dry wind, or maybe some kind of erosion or something? What comes to mind when you think of desert?"
Val Wednesday August 22nd, 2007 7:15:18 AM
"I still think we should put the silence on an arrow and stick it in the stone outside of the tower where it still covers the bell. The guards inside would never see it and if they do figure it out have no way to remove the arrow since they cannot reach it."
DM Kent Wednesday August 22nd, 2007 7:33:14 AM
The Wildcards begin making plans almost immediately and the little girl begins to help the seer to her feet.
"Good luck Wildcards, I certainly hope that you are successful, though it will put a lot of my people out of work so to speak. The staff and owner of this establishment will likely be arriving momentarily. They might find it a bit odd finding you here so early. As you look after the two departing women, you realize that it is later than you realized as there is now definite predawn light beginging to brighten the outdoors.
What will our heroes do?
(OOC: you were charged with destroying the Santuary (including alter and any statues of Ga'al) and affiliated heartseeding rooms, the heart Sanctum, the greenhouses and the Heart of Ga'al)
Mykael Wednesday August 22nd, 2007 3:26:25 PM
"Lets get moving back to the inn. That group I was chatting with said they were sent to help. They know more than they should. And they supposedly received a letter that sounded like it was from our benefactors. Although, they could still be a quad in disquise hoping to catch us, after so much information was leaked."
"As for the acid, we are merchants. Lets wait for the shops to open, and then we can see if we can aquire any."
Nezamil Wednesday August 22nd, 2007 6:11:13 PM
"Thank you for all your help " remarks Nezamil to the seer and little girl
"Yeah Mykael we should seek out an alchemist shop during the course of the day.......then as Captain Rigging has said we can then rest up a little before we do what we must do at night "
The dwarf will head back to the taveren with the others to finish planning their attack
Spell list Zero-Creare water x2,Light x2,Read magic,Mending 1st-Detect undead,Divine favor,Hide from undead,Protection f-evil x2,Shield of faith x2(Enlarge) 2nd-Aid x2,Resist energy,Darkness,Silence(Bull str) 3rd-Searing light x2,Magic circle,Blindness,Protection from energy(Magic vestments) 4th-Airwalk,Dismissal,Freedom of movement x2(Spell Immunity) 5th-True seeing,Rightous might,Flame strike(Spell Resistance) 6th-Blade barrier (Aanti-magic shield field)
Don't forget, Nezamil passed out 3 potions of Resist energy to Val,Bart,Ashira)(1 each)
Rigging Wednesday August 22nd, 2007 7:35:54 PM
Rigging will also say his thanks and make his way back to the inn. He will gather everyone in the rooms and say, "OK we attack tonight. We need to take out the tower guards and go in through the front doors. We can try and go through the walls if you think that is best, I do have a passwall.
We need ways to take down the entire church or at least do real damage to it. If we can hit support columns, we might be able to bring the whole thing down. I am going to go take a look durning services today and see if I can put my engineering talents to use.
We will need to coordinate our movements quickly and precisely, Each of use should have certain missions once we are inside the church. I and Cosmo can attack the church itself. Cosmo can summon monsters to take supports and I can cast spells to help as well.
The fighters can initially take down the guards and protect the others backs. Nezamil, Ari and Mykael will be in charge of taking down the heartseeds.
Appolo will be our backstabbing rover. Invisible with backstab should be very effective.
What does everyone think? We need to find some acid but I wonder if we can buy enough without rousing suspicions. Spellusers will have to switch their spells to accomidate the plan. We go to sleep this afternoon, wake up, make our changes and then attack around 2 am. Any questions.?
Rigging will take a real good look at the room they are staying in for his teleport spell.
Rigging will wait for any comments and then try and head over to the church for mass and check things out. Rigging will go into the church with the hat of disguise on as a normal looking citizen. He will sit in the back and listen to the sermon and check things out. He will cast detect magic, true seeing and arcane eye while in the church.
If he is at all accosted, when entering, he will just turn around and leave. If it happens in the church during services, he will try and teleport away. If that fails, he will kiss his butt goodbye. He will have message spell on to tell the group what is happening.
had to change spells since I did empowered fireball in the wrong slot
Appolo Wednesday August 22nd, 2007 9:07:13 PM
Appolo slide out ahead of the others and heads back to the Inn.
Bart Thursday August 23rd, 2007 2:31:24 AM
I can use my ring of levitation to get in the bell tower, and acid is there not an acid spell acid arrows fog cloud or something like that. Or maybe we can buy some small amounts or nick it from somewhere
Ari Thursday August 23rd, 2007 6:04:43 AM
"If there's something we need, or feel we need, let's see if we can locate it. I can probably help to get it if needed as I have some funds that can be used for this."
Looking askance at Appolo, or the lack there of, and people wonder why I get a little upset about the how relatively violent this group is
Val Thursday August 23rd, 2007 8:34:33 AM
"Captain I purchased two gems of earth elemental summoning just for the destruction of the church. If anything can reduce the entire place to rubble its a couple of elementals."
Dm Kent Thursday August 23rd, 2007 8:09:38 PM
Plans are beginning to be firmed up as the group makes their way back to the Jack's Booty and as they get back the sun is now cresting the horizon and the dawn is definitely breaking.
Rigging suggests that he scout things out by going to the morning service while the others do some quick shopping and then all get some more sleep so as to be prepared for the oncoming night.
No patrons are yet in the main room as you re-enter the inn, but you can hear sounds coming from the kitchens as the staff gets ready for the morning meal. Taking a few seats at one of the long tables you prepare to break your fast and soon one of the tavern girls sticks her head out and sees you.
"Oy, Yer an early lot now aren't ye. Morning meal will be ready in about ten minutes, I'll have a couple of pitchers of Kava and Chai over to you in less than a wink."
Just about the time she shows up with the morning beerages there are sounds of quite a few feet coming down the stairs to the main room, for breakfat.
The first two groups down are the ones caling themselves the Keepers of the Flame, and the second group down are the green clad ones that were throwing darts the previous night.
Seceral minutes later the Osto Saints make their presence known in the room and not moments later the group of orcs make their way down as well.
Nezamil Thursday August 23rd, 2007 11:35:05 PM
The dwarf smiles as the barmaid cheerily annouces when breakfast is coming .
" she's a cheery one in the morning "
When the barmaid serves them beverages Nezamil quickly serves himself a large mug of chai
As all the other groups make their way down for breakfast the armored dwarf adds " hmm four groups now.......they're all expecting something to happen and certainly don't want to miss out on all the fun "
Whispering to Rigging " i wonder which will help and which we have to be careful with ......but i wouldn't turn down the help.....this is gonna get nasty fast "
Spell list Zero-Creare water x2,Light x2,Read magic,Mending 1st-Detect undead,Divine favor,Hide from undead,Protection f-evil x2,Shield of faith x2(Enlarge) 2nd-Aid x2,Resist energy,Darkness,Silence(Bull str) 3rd-Searing light x2,Magic circle,Blindness,Protection from energy(Magic vestments) 4th-Airwalk,Dismissal,Freedom of movement x2(Spell Immunity) 5th-True seeing,Rightous might,Flame strike(Spell Resistance) 6th-Blade barrier (Aanti-magic shield field)
Don't forget, Nezamil passed out 3 potions of Resist energy to Val,Bart,Ashira)(1 each)
Val Friday August 24th, 2007 6:58:04 AM
Once more in the guise of the old human woman, Val sat quietly. She was mentally preparing herself for the upcoming and what could be her final battle.
Rigging Friday August 24th, 2007 9:27:26 AM
Rigging will sip his morning beverages and then order a hearty breakfast. He looks over at the others coming down the stairs and wonders who they can trust if any of them.
He decides to let them start the conversations or others in the Wildcards and sits back and just listens for a few minutes.
He then contact Swirl who is playing in the clouds well above the city and out of sight. "Are you enjoying your free time my friend? See anything interesting up there? "
Bart Friday August 24th, 2007 4:01:16 PM
Bart is going for breakfast too. He tries to listen to the conversations around him especially from the orcs. After Breakfast he goes outside for a strawl near the temple. He also goes to the market see if he can buy any acid
Mykael Friday August 24th, 2007 10:21:32 PM
Mykael smiles at the Keepers. He enjoys some breakfast and small talk. One comment is important to note.
"If the Keepers dont have any plans on this day, I would be interested in speaking to you about a job."
"You have been here longer than I, and know your way around. Plus there is safety in numbers. But we will discuss further in private after breakfast, assuming you are interested."
Appolo Friday August 24th, 2007 11:05:55 PM
Appolo sits down and eats.He watches and listens to those around him.He doesn't like all this talk about the other groups and can't believe it when Mykeal approaches the keepers.He thinks to himself man why don't we just tell everyone who we are and what we're going to do.Speaking quietly to Rigging"Our operational security is blown too many people around are expecting something.I don't think it is a good Idea for us to do this now.We should do one more scouting trip on the temple,then leave and come back ina month or so and hit it then."
Cosmo Sunday August 26th, 2007 11:50:52 AM
Cosmo joins the rest of the group for breakfast. He pretty much keeps quiet, listening and watching the groups that are in the inn.
Active Spells or Effects: Contingency (Invisibility; casting a Summon Monster spell ): 10/11 days Mage Armor (extended): 22 hours
Spell List (* for cast spell): 0 Level (5): Acid Splash, Detect Magic, Read Magic, Mage Hand & Message 1st Level (7): Magic Missile x2 , Reduce Person, True Strike, Enlarge Person, Mage Armor * & Exp. Retreat 2nd Level (7): Acid Arrow, Scorching Ray x2, Web, Invisibility. See Invisibility & Alter Self 3rd Level (7): SM III x2, Fireball x2, Lightning Bolt, Slow & Haste 4th Level (5): SM IV x2, Greater Invisibility, Dimension Door & Polymorph 5th Level (4): SM V x2, Animal Growth & Teleport 6th Level (3): SM VI, Chain Lightning & Scorching Ray (Quicken)
Bart Aka William OOC Sunday August 26th, 2007 12:34:19 PM
This is my last post for my vacation. Have a good time fighting Gaal. I did sent u all Bart's char sheet.
Ari Monday August 27th, 2007 6:04:32 PM
With how early he got up Ari is starving by the time breakfast is served. Ari works with the staff to conjure up some grub and does his best to listen in on any conversations that might catch his interest.
Once breakfast is done Ari plans his time appropriately for sleeping and spending some time to see if he needs to study some new spells for their hastily set plan.
(ooc I got caught with being a bit busy at the start of the week).
DM Kent Monday August 27th, 2007 7:11:02 PM
(OOC: Do I / We have a volunteer to run bart for the next two weeks?)
All the various patrons of the inn eventually make it down to breakfast and are eating. They are all fairly subdued but occasional coments can be heard of varius parts of conversations.
**** (Osto Saints' table)"I am certainly getting tired of sitting around the is Ga'al infested town waiting for some we don't even know to show up, sounds to me like we were set up for some reason."
**** (Orc group) "I wonder if the Emeralds are just trying to establish their power base to see how far they can go with sending us hither and thither. The Golds and Plats never had us waiting this long."
**** (Keepers of the Flame)"I just wish we knew who to look for, as far as we know it could be one of these other groups that have been here and we are all spinning our wheels."
**** Green clad group) "All I can say is that I am glad this building is secure from scrying."
**** (Ost Saints)"Yeah, well I wish I new what this is all about, I hate walking into something without a plan and without having some expectations"
**** (Orc Group) "I say we give it 1 more day and we leave. here is no telling what is going on in Izen riht now."
**** (Green clad group) "I say if someone doesn't show up soon we start waylaying culling crews in the early mornings. They took my neighbor's grandfather the other week.
Rigging contacts Swirl and gets a heady response in return. "The coastal winds here are wonderful."I am having so much fun. Do you need me now?"
Mykael approaches the Flames and makes his job offer and gets a raised eyebrow in return. His "friend" looks around at his fellows and then back at Mykael.
"Well Merchant Mykael as I mentioned we are waiting for someone, so I can't guarantee that we can assist you. However we will gladly hear your proposition and if we can't aid you we might be able to point you to someone who can."
It is about this time that the Bells for morning service begin to ring, reminding Rigging that he was going to need to hurry if he was indeed going to attend as planned.
Rigging Monday August 27th, 2007 10:30:54 PM
Rigging tells Ashira and Nezamil to start feeling out these different groups and see if they are trustworthy. If they aren't then ignore them, if they are, then see if they can help. How to figure this out? No my problem. That is the good thing about being Captain, delegation.
Rigging rises to go on his scouting missing and whispers, "If I don't come back in a couple of hours, I am dead. I don't expect a rescue attempt but I do expect to be avenged. Find that acid, find out about these others and get ready for battle tonight."
Rigging will say this out of the hearing of the other groups hopefully.
Rigging will follow his above stated plan and try to get out as quickly as possible. He will assure Swirl that he is OK but Swirl can sense that his master is a bit tense.
Ashira the very plain woman Tuesday August 28th, 2007 1:04:20 AM
The woman frowns at Rigging's orders, but she can't blow her cover right now...such as it is. Still, she grabs the wizard's arm before he leaves and speaks in very low tones. "If you don't return, you know what I'll do...I won't let what happened to me happen to you! If it comes to it, I'll make sure that both of us stand before Gargul together...rather than kneeling before that abomination." Ashira shudders at the thought of going before Gargul once more. The half-elf looks down at the floor as she lets go of Rigging's arm, trying to recompose herself. Though the adrenaline was beginning to pump, so too was a gut wrenching fear beginning to ball up in the pit of her stomach. Fear of losing her friends and family...fear of being captured again.
Shaking her head slightly, she moves over toward the orc group, figuring them to be one of the less outright devious groups. Evil...usually....but generally too stupid to be devious. She decides to work the dumb out of towner routine, figuring it perhaps the easiest rouse to maintain. As she heads toward their table, the plain woman gawks at the orcs. "Blimey! Orcs!! Never thought I'd see orcs in Aisildur. You boys aren't from here...even **I** know that much about this place! What in the Wold brings such (cough) exotic folk as yourselves to such a place as this??" Ashira continues to stare at the figures as if she has never seen a living orc in all of her life.
Mykael Tuesday August 28th, 2007 2:09:46 AM
As he finishes his breakfast, Mykael sends a message to Ghem via his link, "Ghem please tell Nez, Val, and Appolo to follow me and these guys up to the room a few minute or two after we head up. They can watch my back. I will take them to our room. And dont let anyone notice you telling them. And make sure you let each of them know that you told the other two.
(GHEM): While chewing on some sausage and looking around the room. Ghem uses his telepath to pass on Mykael's message to Nezamil, Appolo, and Val.
Mykael sets down his mug and looks at his empty plate. Looking up at his 'friend' in the Keepers, "Shall we go? We can head up to my room for some privacy."
Appolo Tuesday August 28th, 2007 11:27:22 AM
Appolo quietly eats listens and watches.When Rigging leaves Appolo nwaits a few seconds then rises and follows him out,as passes by Ahira he whispers don't worry I'll look after him." He recieves Mykeals's message as he heads for the door.Appolo stops and looks at MYkeal,shaking his head no and pointing toward the door.He then disappears out the door,
Appolo follows behind Rigging staying close but not to close keeping an eye out for trouble.
Val Tuesday August 28th, 2007 2:09:06 PM
Val gets the message and heads up to the room. She's eerily calm this morning despite the task looming ahead of them. She's tired of the disguise, the hiding. It's time they kick down the door and let the streets run red with blood.
Bart Tuesday August 28th, 2007 6:07:12 PM
As Bart enjoys a hot cup of kava he spots the friendly dart thrower Jordy.
raising his cup as if to say hello he lets them settle in first.
Taking Captain Riggings advice he waits a few minutes and walks over to the Green groups table " Good morning .....hope you slept well.....could be a busy day " smiles Bart to Jordy " Mind if i join you ??" asks the warrior as he takes a seat by the dart thrower ;-)
"So i couldn't help but over hear you say they took your grandfather in the cullings "(i know he said neighbor's grandfather but trying to get them to talk )" when i lived here as a youngster they took my family members too......so very wrong" as Bart shakes his head wistfully
Leaning in towards Jordy " so you guys are here to help someone ??......not sure who that is but.....maybe we can start some trouble together before they arrive " remarks Bart quietly " could be dangerous but you guys look like you can handle yourselves " nods bart respectfully
"I'll talk to my guys and see what trouble we can cook up " grins Bart widely " you intrested ??"
Bart will stay at the Greens table during breakfast and discuss possiblitys
(posted by adm -Chris )
Nezamil Tuesday August 28th, 2007 6:25:59 PM
Nodding at Mykael as he cocks his head at Val " she can handle them ....becareful " mouths Nezamil to Mykael
Following Riggings orders he waits a few mins as Bart and Ashira aquaint themselves with their respective groups ...then heads over to another table (Ost saints) "well good morning ....your late sleepers " chuckles the dwarf playfully
"perchance we could talk ?" asks the dwarf "i think we're in similar circumstances's....we're all waiting for something big to happen " as he seats himself at the Saints table " "Ii;m Nezamil " as he absently toys with his anvil holy symbol hanging from his neck.....letting it be seen for the 1st time .
Sipping his hot cup of chai he eyeballs each in the group (how many in the group ?)" you guys wanna sit waiting or do you wanna do something?.....personally i hate waiting around...just boring...i mean what are we awaiting for anyway?? "
" Well we all know something gonna happen.....i think its best if we could plan (taking advantage of their use of the word )together on something......i mean afterall we're gonna be out numbered in the heart of Asildur anyway....might do our best to even the odds a little " inquires Nezamil " i can talk to my friends and see what we can come up with.....see who has what talents and put them to good use "
"after all we might as well have some fun while we're here " grins the dwarf wickedly ;-)
Sipping his hot cup of chai he he listens to their reply and discussion if any
Spell list Zero-Creare water x2,Light x2,Read magic,Mending 1st-Detect undead,Divine favor,Hide from undead,Protection f-evil x2,Shield of faith x2(Enlarge) 2nd-Aid x2,Resist energy,Darkness,Silence(Bull str) 3rd-Searing light x2,Magic circle,Blindness,Protection from energy(Magic vestments) 4th-Airwalk,Dismissal,Freedom of movement x2(Spell Immunity) 5th-True seeing,Rightous might,Flame strike(Spell Resistance) 6th-Blade barrier (Aanti-magic shield field)
Don't forget, Nezamil passed out 3 potions of Resist energy to Val,Bart,Ashira)(1 each)
Cosmo Tuesday August 28th, 2007 9:17:00 PM
Cosmo continues to keep quiet, listening and watching the groups that are in the inn along with the Wildcards that are working the room. He pulls out a spell book and pretends to be reading it to keep people from approaching him.
Active Spells or Effects: Contingency (Invisibility; casting a Summon Monster spell ): 10/11 days Mage Armor (extended): 22 hours
Spell List (* for cast spell): 0 Level (5): Acid Splash, Detect Magic, Read Magic, Mage Hand & Message 1st Level (7): Magic Missile x2 , Reduce Person, True Strike, Enlarge Person, Mage Armor * & Exp. Retreat 2nd Level (7): Acid Arrow, Scorching Ray x2, Web, Invisibility. See Invisibility & Alter Self 3rd Level (7): SM III x2, Fireball x2, Lightning Bolt, Slow & Haste 4th Level (5): SM IV x2, Greater Invisibility, Dimension Door & Polymorph 5th Level (4): SM V x2, Animal Growth & Teleport 6th Level (3): SM VI, Chain Lightning & Scorching Ray (Quicken)
Ari Tuesday August 28th, 2007 10:28:22 PM
Sitting up when Ari hears the comment free from scrying Ari thinks, Free from scrying, that would explain why these groups have been so open about their help here. I wonder if there's something else we don't know, because why wouldn't the priests have someone posted in here that would be listening?
Having received no instructions otherwise, Ari continues to chew on his food and think about what he might do for the afternoon and such. He tries to figure out what might be a successful tactic for himself with this upcoming battle. His choices are buff type spells for himself, or maybe some offensive spells that he could, especially since he picked up quite a few new ones. (ooc I'm posting this while I'm working taxi and don't have the books with me. I haven't had time to look at the books and spells with having only 7 hours sleep since Sat night/Sunday morning. I should get a chance this weekend to look.)
DM Kent Tuesday August 28th, 2007 10:38:24 PM
Rigging sends out his message as he sets out on his task. As he makes his way across the square he watches as literally thousands of people start moving toward the Cathedral and begin the proscess of entering the sanctuary to find their seat for the service. spot DC 18 to see Highlight to display spoiler: {As he gets closer to the front of the line and near the entrance Riggin sees the people start opening thir shirts near the top as if to show the priests their chests for some reason.}
Apollo slips out behind him in the shadows of the dawn Spot DC 18 to view. (see spoiler above)
Ashira begins her act and the orcs seem a bit amused by her antics. " Well little lady why don't you sit down here beside me and I might think about telling you what's what."
Mykael sends his message through Ghem who delivers it as Mykael invites the Flames up to the room.
"Well, All right, but I think I will leave someone down here just in case who are looking for shows up while we are with you."
Val actually slips back upstairs to the room before Mykael and his friends and is waitng for them as they enter.
Bart goes over to Jordy and asks to join them and as he looks around he sees, in the morning light, that the entire green group is quite young perhaps in their late teens.
"Actually Bart it was my neighbor's grandfather, but I agree it is wrong. Jordy seems a bit confused as Bart continues about stirring up trouble and then just asks. "But didn't you say you were merchants? What kind of trouble do you think you can stir up?"
Nez makes his way over to the Saints' table and sets himself down among the 6 well dressed older men, letting his holy symbol show to those at the table.
Seing the holy symbol their cleric who is wearing the Symbol of Waard openly, raises an eyebrow. "And who are you, that we should trust you?" You are not evil, but ..." he lets his thought trail off.
Cosmo takes out his spell book and starts perusing it.
Mykael Wednesday August 29th, 2007 2:51:57 AM
Mykael leads the Keepers up to the room. He waits for them to enter while standing by the door outside the room with the wall in between him and the room so he cant be seen. He quickly casts Detect Magic, under his breath then walks into the room.
He quickly explains Val's presence, "One can never be too careful, and she can scream really loud."
Mykael concentrates on the assembled group looking them all up and down carefully. He is looking for number of magic items and thier auras along with any whole person auras that might suggest illusions or altered forms. The amount of magic and kinds can suggest what kind of people you are looking at and thier possible power.
As he is looking them over he speaks slowly and carefully to make sure he gets his points across.
"There is a war going on between the forces of Ga'al and his enemies. You openly claim to be the latter, as well as the others that are down stairs. However, it is highly likely that at least one of the four groups here are a quad in disguise waiting for this other group you are claiming is coming."
"I am going to affiliate myself with you no matter which you are. Wars are beneficial to a merchant for both coin and political capital as long as the group you supported wins. Wars are won by the merchants, since both sides are dedicated. It's the merchant who provides the needed supplies, equipment, arms, and information that makes the difference. I am a normal merchant, I am indifferent to which cause I support, just as long as it yields power and wealth. But you have been helpful to me and you have shown me this opportunity, therefore, I will side with you. I just need to know for sure which side that is, so I can figure out how best to help and whom. And I want proof."
"If you are who you say you are, then present this letter for my inspection, bare all your chests to show no signs of heartseeding, offer a prayer to a god other than Ga'al, and/or please offer any other proof you have."
"If you are Ga'alians, then prove it, and tell me how I can help."
"You may not agree with my idiollogy, however, it would appear that the war is resting on top of a fence, ready to fall one way or the other. My contacts and trade routes can be the force that swings it full in your favor. Its your choice. I am loyal to the side choose, since the other side will consider me an enemy, you can count on it."
attendence report Wednesday August 29th, 2007 1:32:11 PM
Dm Kent oxxxo Ashira *excused for baby duty ;-) Appolo oxxxo Rigging oxxxo Val oxxxo Bart ooxxo Nezamil oxxxo Mykael oxxxo Cosmo oxoxo Ari oxxxo
Kent we need 5 Dm posts per week !!
* Absence note recieved and signed by " Benjamin Scott Knotts"
Jerry Wednesday August 29th, 2007 4:27:33 PM
Thanks for the report. Guys, understand that this is probably Kent's first week back at school. I know it's my first week. :)
You know how consistent he is. He'll get it in next week.
Bart Wednesday August 29th, 2007 4:51:19 PM
Bart smiles at Jordy "well.....we are merchants....we deal in many things ......some of it requires action "
"Your group seems capable " as Bart looks at each member of the greens "weakening the Priesthood of Ga'al is good for business for all merchants .......opening up the markets to more people and products from neighboring territory's is sound business "
"How would like to help free the markets up to all business?" adds Bart in a serious tone "break the grip of tyranny by the Priesthood "
(posted by adm -chris)
Nezamil Wednesday August 29th, 2007 4:59:01 PM
" but ??......i think we're all on the same side here .....all of us sitting here in the Jack's taveren .......it's like a sanctuary againist the Priesthood of Ga'al "
"Trust you say ......well guess we can try and build trust ......how would you propose that ? " inquires the dwarf
"Afterall what are you sitting here waiting for ??......what sign are you looking for??" smiles Nezamil
"By Waard this could be your lucky day " grins the Cleric of Domi
Spell list Zero-Creare water x2,Light x2,Read magic,Mending 1st-Detect undead,Divine favor,Hide from undead,Protection f-evil x2,Shield of faith x2(Enlarge) 2nd-Aid x2,Resist energy,Darkness,Silence(Bull str) 3rd-Searing light x2,Magic circle,Blindness,Protection from energy(Magic vestments) 4th-Airwalk,Dismissal,Freedom of movement x2(Spell Immunity) 5th-True seeing,Rightous might,Flame strike(Spell Resistance) 6th-Blade barrier (Anti-magic shield field)
Don't forget, Nezamil passed out 3 potions of Resist energy to Val,Bart,Ashira)(1 each)
Rigging Wednesday August 29th, 2007 10:20:40 PM
Rigging will stay in the line and work his way forward. He will study the guards with his improved sight to see if he can see anything magical or hidden about them. He will then search the area for spells that might reveal him if he uses magic to hide and work his way in. (true seeing and arcane sight)
Rigging is looking for invisible creatures and guardians but also spells that might inhibit his ablity to teleport away if if needed. He will stay in line and when he gets to the front, he will say, "I am a visitor to this city and have heard many good things about the worship of Ga'al. Am I permitted to attend the services or are only members of the church allowed?"
Val Wednesday August 29th, 2007 10:29:49 PM
Val stands there in the guise of the old human woman. She actually hopes this group of men give her a reason to drop the disguise. Val's actually missing the looks of fear she normally gets. Which isn't necessarily a good thing.
DM Kent d20+13=21 Wednesday August 29th, 2007 10:45:52 PM
Rigging makes it to the front of the line at the gate below the bell tower and sees a park like area on the otherside of the wall and a path that leas to steps that go up to the cathedral itself. As he stops at the guard he asks his question and is rewarded with a nod and a request that all weapons be left outside in the check area before the entry to the sanctuary itself. At this point Rigging spots nothing invisible or any likely impediments to his teleporting, but the quad at the gate and the quat at the sanctuary door both light up like christmas, with auras from threee of four different schools of magic.
Mykael casts his spell and checks his uests and apparently all the combat types have fairly strong arms and armor, though not as powerful as theirs. The others in the group also show various auras around their persons, several rings and wands, some bracers a pair of boots and a staff.
As he says his piece The leader of the group looks at him for a moment, and then speaks.
"We have no need to prove ourselves to you. You said you had a proposition for us, though if you are willing to deal with the Ga'alians, then we want nothing to do with you. So if you do not mind, we will depart and go wait for those whom we wait for."
Jordy looks at Bart and thenshakes his head.
"We six, known as Acid, are all for breaking the Tyranny of the Ga'alians but we care not for this freeing of markets for business. We are fighting for our people's true freedom, not market freedom."
Nez asks his next question and actually gets a straight answer.
To begin To trust you must needs be straight forward. And that is a two way street.
"I am Barak and we are the Osto Saints. We are here because a seer said we should be. We were told to wait for the People of the Sword, whatever that means."
"Who are you and your people and what do you seek?"
The Lead orc leans over and into Ashira and reaching over grabs hold of her arm and pulls hr into his lap. opposed grapple check AC 21
Mykael Thursday August 30th, 2007 12:51:46 AM
Frustration takes hold, he thinks of his sword as he moves to block the door with his body.
"Hold on just one minute. You have a need to prove yourselves. You openly spout off at the mouth against Ga'al and that a group is supposedly showing up. If I was in this group, I would be upset beyond belief at your openness and disdain for whatever they wish to accomplish. You take chances of jeopardizing thier plans by your actions."
"And you say you want to help them."
"You sound like a trap waiting to spring, or at least careless fools that think they are safe from prying ears."
"The Ga'alians may be weakening, however, they are still smart and are feeling the pressure. That makes them more dangerous and paranoid. Thus, they have more eyes and ears out everywhere."
"Do you actually think anyone, let alone this group would waltz in here and take you at your word in Ga'al's seat of power? Or tell you who they are?"
"No, you must prove who you are or who you aren't. You dont even know who you wait for."
"Interesting that you are so open with your words, but unwilling to prove them."
"I am sorry, that you would throw away any opportunity of help offered."
Appolo d20+12=26 d20+10=26 Thursday August 30th, 2007 3:41:35 AM
Appolo stands in line several people behind Rigging.He watches waits and listens to everything going on around him especially the exchange between Rigging and the guards.Appolo is ready to apring into action the minute trouble rears it's beautiful head.
Ashira the very plain woman Thursday August 30th, 2007 1:33:10 PM
The woman stiffens as the orc grabs hold and yanks her to his lap. For a millisecond, the ranger is tempted to draw her sword and leave the creature with one less appendage. But reason catches her in time...after all, this is a good sign...they are indeed as stupid and crass as she first figured.
Adopting an awed look, the woman goes limp, allowing the orc to do what he wills...for now. "I's never new that orcs were so strong...no wonder there are so many half-orc in the Wold!" Gently pulling one of her arms free, she strokes the creatures arm (though every inch of her skin crawls). She lowers her voice to a pathetic attempt at a sultry whisper. "But surely such strong warriors such as yerselves didn't come all the way up here just to find a date?" She makes a mental note to quadruple Rigging's aerobic workout schedule the next time he orders her to gather information from strangers.
Nezamil Thursday August 30th, 2007 5:46:04 PM
The 5' ft dwarf eyes Barak.......soaking in his words.......nodding slightly as he gathers his thoughts for a reply.
"Osto.......thats up by Fargunia ......an intresting place......never been there myself "as he buys time
Pausing for moment the Cleric of Domi decides to take a chance with this group
"Well Barak , it's good to meet you and your fellow Saints of Osto......i'm Nezamil of the brotherhood of Domi "sweeping his eyes from saint to saint as he speaks " and you have found who you've been waiting for .......we are the Swords of Redemption "
Letting those words sink in for a moment " what we seek is two things........first we've already found.......that is across the street......the Temple of Ga'al shall burn and it's priesthood dealt a Terrible blow hopefully they cannot recover from "
Eyes sweeping back and forth to each member of the Osto Saints catching their reaction to his words " second is help to deliever that blow "
"Are you such help as that seer spoke of ??" finishes Nezamil as his eyes lock with Barak's" i'll pray to Waard for good luck while i await you reply " grins Nezamil
Waiting for their reply... Nezamil tenses ....readying himself to defend himself and attack the Osto Saints if his trust is misplaced.....hoping for the best but readying for the worst.
Spell list Zero-Creare water x2,Light x2,Read magic,Mending 1st-Detect undead,Divine favor,Hide from undead,Protection f-evil x2,Shield of faith x2(Enlarge) 2nd-Aid x2,Resist energy,Darkness,Silence(Bull str) 3rd-Searing light x2,Magic circle,Blindness,Protection from energy(Magic vestments) 4th-Airwalk,Dismissal,Freedom of movement x2(Spell Immunity) 5th-True seeing,Rightous might,Flame strike(Spell Resistance) 6th-Blade barrier (Anti-magic shield field)
Don't forget, Nezamil passed out 3 potions of Resist energy to Val,Bart,Ashira)(1 each)
Rigging d20+13=30 d20+13=22 Thursday August 30th, 2007 5:51:35 PM
Rigging makes mental notes of the kind of magic the quads have on. (Spellcheck 30)but passes by the table since he doens't carry any noticable weapons.
When he gets into the cathedral, he will study the architecture to look for weakness (engineering roll of 22) will find a seat and study the area and the crowd
Bart Thursday August 30th, 2007 6:05:55 PM
Listening to Jordy as he speaks the warrior mulls his reply as he sips his hot cup of kava .
Measuring the young group as he eyes them he remembers not that many years ago he was in a similar position at a tender age of 13 [i] " i cannot be that much older then them (barts late teens/early 20's)
"Albarth Miller is my name ......i left here not so many years ago to seek the same thing you are.......to find a way to free our people of the yoke of Ga'al !!" growls Bart as he spits out Ga'als name " now i'm back " as he lets that remark hover in the air
The well armed and armored warrior shifts in his seat.....hearing the clink of chain armor and steel as he moves
" maybe you've heard of me ?" questions Bart with a hard stare at Jordy " as he awaits the reply
(posted by adm Chris)
Cosmo d20+5=25 Thursday August 30th, 2007 8:14:34 PM
Things are getting very busy in the inn. Cosmo notices the orc grab Ashira and Mykael block the doorway to keep the one group from leaving. He contemplates casting a spell, but holds off as no spells have been cast or weapons drawn.
Spot 25
Active Spells or Effects: Contingency (Invisibility; casting a Summon Monster spell ): 10/11 days Mage Armor (extended): 22 hours
Spell List (* for cast spell): 0 Level (5): Acid Splash, Detect Magic, Read Magic, Mage Hand & Message 1st Level (7): Magic Missile x2 , Reduce Person, True Strike, Enlarge Person, Mage Armor * & Exp. Retreat 2nd Level (7): Acid Arrow, Scorching Ray x2, Web, Invisibility. See Invisibility & Alter Self 3rd Level (7): SM III x2, Fireball x2, Lightning Bolt, Slow & Haste 4th Level (5): SM IV x2, Greater Invisibility, Dimension Door & Polymorph 5th Level (4): SM V x2, Animal Growth & Teleport 6th Level (3): SM VI, Chain Lightning & Scorching Ray (Quicken)
DM Kent Friday August 31st, 2007 12:17:19 AM
Mykael moves to the door to cut the others off from leaving and for a moment things get tense and there are several minds turning to wonder if blood is about to be spilled, When the leader stops and looks at Mykael.
"If you were a member of the group we were waiting for I would hope that you would not even jest about aiding the Ga'alians. Yes we talk openly within the inn about our dsipleasure with the Ga'alinas and the group that we have no knowledge about that were were sent to aid, precisely because we have no idea who they are, and for the fact that the inn is spelled against evil and scrying.
And if you believe the ga'alians weakening then you are again mislead. They have become more active and vocal in the last several moons than they have been since the Emperor's freedom.
As for your offer of aid, you have made a vague promise of some sort of proposition and no specifics. Who we are is not at question here. I am Baron Jeremy de Quelt. We are the Keepers of the Flame. We are from Fargunia, and we are here."
Taking in the what is going on around him Apollo sees that heart seeds are being checked and those without are being told to head to the left side of the santuary, supposedly for their safety.
The Orc leader strokes ashira's arm and shoulder in return and looks at her a moment. and then in an obvious attempt to impress her announces. "We are the Defilers of Evil and I am their leader Brekmi Nek. We are here to aid the hearoes who oppose The Blood Plant's God."
Barak Watches Nez as he speaks and a light begins to shine as he reveals who he is. "We are indeed that help you speak of. We are here to do what we can to rid the Wold of the Ga'alian plague."
Rigging sees that the Quad them selves at the exteriaor gate radiate transmutation magic, and the interior gate quad radiates Divination.
Once in the door he moves to the left as instructed and takes in the view of the cathedral's interior.
The santuary is absolutely gorgeous. Obsidian black stone with gold, silver and mithril trim. There are red scarf like banners periodically placed to add a splash of color. The pews are of a black wood with dark red soft leather pews with Gold fringe and trim. There is a large black stone alter at the front of the sanctuary that has a huge statue of Ga'al looking down upon it. Already there seems to be upwards of 2000 worshippers seated in pews awaiting the start of the service. There are colored whisps of insence smoke curling all through the sanctuary and there is a soft baroque like music emmanating from somewhere. And there appear to be long sinewy tendrils reaching out from the walls and alter brushing each of the worshippers. Rigging and Apollo if you enter, please make a Will save DC 20 and a second will save DC 22.
Jordy listens to Bart's little speech and then raises an eyebrow. I once heard of an Analek Miller from not too far from here, maybe three days ride. It was said he had a son that joined the Pirates of Jack. It was also said that he was a friend of my big sister who died in the temple of their home town on a raid. Are you that Miller and if so what was my sister's name? Int roll DC 12Highlight to display spoiler: { Bart ould remember that Wynd was the one who died in the raid, and that she had a baby brother at the time.}
Cosmo watches the goings on nerves almost getting the best of him, but no steel has be drawn yet and so he holds his hand.
Mykael Friday August 31st, 2007 3:48:33 AM
Mykael's tension remains as thoughts race through his head. Finally, he speaks slowly, his eyes dart from one keeper to another and to thier hands.
"I am a member of the group you are waiting for. You know your information, and all my probing seems to point that you are sincerely who you say you are."
"One must be ever vigilant, if we are to defeat Ga'al and protect the innocent. Paranoia can take hold, especially behind enemy lines. However, if kept in check, it can save your life."
"We didnt have time to check the protections on this place or its staff. Nor do we know any of you. Therefore, I felt the need to make every attempt to be as sure as possible before telling you."
"Do you know if the staff can be trusted, for sure? And what of the other groups down stairs? Have you checked them out?"
Rigging d20+11=21 d20+11=31 d20+23=25 d20+23=29 d20+23=35 d20+23=37 d20+13=24 Friday August 31st, 2007 8:40:43 AM
Rigging smiles to himself as his mind is attacked by something and he is able to rebuff it. (Did I get any feeling from it? Feel weaker? Something invading my mind?) He keeps scanning the area looking for magic spells. He will move down the aisle before taking a seat to scan more of the room as possible and then work his way back towards the back.
Rigging is also studying the architecture looking for weekspots (knowledge engineering 24, second roll. You didn't mention anything when I did it last.)
Appolo d20+6=25 d20+6=25 d20+12=15 d20+10=29 Friday August 31st, 2007 11:54:06 AM
Appolo explains that he is not heartseeded and is looking to check things out.He walks to the table leaves his weapons all save for one dagger under his left wrist.He then moves silently to left falling behind Rigging ever on the alert for trouble.He smells the incence and feels something pull at his mind,but resists the effects.He sits down in the pew behind Rigging and to his left.
OOC:Will saves 25 and 25 Spot 15 Listen 29 Made will saves already becuase Rigging had to.So figured I would need them as well.
Val Friday August 31st, 2007 12:25:38 PM
"Baron Jeremy of the Keepers of the Flame. You speak proudly of who you are and yet you protest at even the smallest request to prove that your word is good. It does not take but a moment to show that you are not heartseeded and worthy of trust. But trust is a two way street."
The illusion of the old woman drops revealing an armored buxom dark elf with long red gold hair.
"Now I'm just here for muscle. So we can all take a breath and talk or we can stain these floorboards red with blood. I'm guessing that talking would make everybody's day a bit better." She says and moves her hand close to the grip of the warhammer thats strapped to her belt.
Ashira the very plain woman Saturday September 1st, 2007 12:39:45 AM
The ranger suddenly regrets the eggs she had for breakfast...her stomach lurching at the creatures touch. Still, she does her best to keep the rouse up. She giggles and then her face hardens as she apparently tries to concentrate. "Ain't never heard of no Defilers of Evil...matter of fact...no offense..." the plain woman playfully runs her fingers up and down the orc's chest. "I ain't never heard of no good orcs before...but you don't seem all that bad. If you don't mind me ask'n...how did ya hear about them there hero folk that's supposed to be in town...I mean...there's a lotta folk in this here room that could be considered heroes...at least that's how I see it."
Ooooh yeah...Rigging owes me big time for this one!!
DM Kent Saturday September 1st, 2007 11:02:25 AM
As Rigging takes a look at the architecture and construction of the cathedral, he is impressed with how well it is is made. There are areas that may be supported by a couple of collumns here and there but nothing that would cause catastophic damage were they removed. He also sees some very large and thick beams running along the cieling but they are each somewhere around 20 inches square and are supported by stone. All in all the building is impressive and in all likelihood built through a combination of dwarven skill and magic.
As Rigging and Apollo finds their seats they realize that, as they inhale the incensed air, that it is starting to effect their minds as they feel themselves becoming more and more relaxed and looking forward to hearing about the word of Ga'al. With some effort they clear their minds but relise that if they stay for long they may eventually succumb to the incense's effects.
Baron Jeremy looks at Mykael and Val for a moment and then breaks into a smile. Well met then. I was hesitant to show myself before you for the same reasons as yours, but also because I alone of my group was heartseeded at one time. I had it killed and it is still in me and spelled to look like it is still alive. I tell you this so that when I bear my chest you will know the movement for the illusion it is and see that I am telling you the truth.
As he finishes his speech, he begins to bear his chest an the other four members of his group do the same. As he reported, he does indeed have a heartseed, and a Will DC 10 indeed allows you to see that through the illusion of life like look and movement, the heartseed is indeed very dead.
Ashira continues her game and asks her question and does indeed get an answer of sorts.
"We didn't hear, Our King, soon to be the King of Izen and all orcs, had a vision. He told us to come. So we are here.
Bart ponders Jordy's question for a moment thinking back over the groups history.
Rigging d100=45 Saturday September 1st, 2007 11:39:55 AM
Rigging sighes as he sees the usefulness of this scouting trip. He isn't surprised to find that Ga'al has to drug his worshippers into coming. Stuff is probably addictive. He looking around at the temple, also brings to conclusion that bringing down this monstrosity is going to be beyond what they can do in a single visit and they are only going to get a single visit to try.
Rigging glances around preparing for his next experiment when he spots Appolo. He sighes even deeper this time. "Why can't anyone ever follow orders?" he asks himself. He signals to Appolo to follow him and moves off to a secluded spot, behind a pillar or an alcove. He will then try to teleport back to the inn's main room bringing Appolo along for the ride.
If they get there (rolled 45 for on target roll) Rigging will see Ashira on the half-orc's lap being fondled. This doesn't improve his mood at all. He will walk over, and stand in front of the offending half orc and sternly say, My name is Arrack Von Palin. I am the Captain of the Sword of Redemption, and leader of its Wildcards. I have been sent here by the dragon consortium to destroy as much the temple of Ga'al, kill its priests and destroy the Heart of Ga'al and its heartseeding bush, tree or plant. Right now I am going to need as much help as I can get but if you don't stop fondling my wife. I AM GOING TO GET WARMED UP ON YOU!
Rigging will look around at the rest of the group members and say, "You have been waiting for us. If you want to help, here is your chance. Just tell me what you can do and I am sure we can find a way to work you into our plans."
If Rigging can't teleport for some reason, he will caste haste on both of them, activate his invisibility ring and head out the front door. If he escapes without trouble, he will head back to the Inn and do the scene described above.
Appolo Saturday September 1st, 2007 1:46:35 PM
Appolo ignores Rigging,just shake his head no and silently watches the proceedings.Once Rigging is out of sight,he waitsa few minutes and then head quickly and silently back the way he came.He heads for the table making his Appologies,gethers his weapons and gear then leaves.He does not head straight back to the jack n Booty Inn. Appolo instead meanders around going around a corner he activates his ring of invisibility and heads back to the Inn.Using his boots of speed.Appolo enters through the rear of the builfing and heads to the main room
Appolo sees Rigging standing next to table full of orc and Ashira sitting in an orcs lap.He appears next to Rigging laughing."You did tell her togather imformation.Well I think she's doinga wonderful job.Ok time fora meeting."
Ari Sunday September 2nd, 2007 6:17:17 PM
Ari's eyebrows shoot up a little bit as he listens to the different discussions going on around him. Realizing that everything seems to be coming to head, Ari wonders what will come next.
(if rigging makes it to the inn) With silent fanfare Riggings shows up delivers his speech. Ari watches to see how the Orc will react. Hoping it's not in a negative way, Ari stand ready to support Rigging and the rest of the crew.
hmm. I haven't been that helpful with finding out much information. I'm going to have to see if there's much I can find that might help us with the Temple then.
Val d20+9=28 Monday September 3rd, 2007 9:54:45 AM
"Nice trick." She says as she looks at the illusionary heartseed.
"My name is Val and I am part of the Wildcards. I just heard the captain loose it downstairs so I'm guessing things are going to get interesting. Look the bottom line is this city is going to spill into Chaos real soon. Its going to be dangerous but your going to have an opportunity to strike at ga'al and earn yourself some coin too. I'm sure these ga'alian soldiers and pirests carry some valuable stuff."
Bart d20=16 Monday September 3rd, 2007 7:28:33 PM
Upon hearing about Jordy's loss of his sister.....the warrior reflects on past events....piecing together the bits and pieces of his memories......it dawns on Bart who Jordy is(d20=16 int ch) ...." yes i remember her name (as Bart puases a moment".....your sisters name is Wynd " as the wattiors eyes moisten slightly at her name " she died in that raid on the temple......i'm sorry for your loss " adds bart with sincerity " i still think about her at times " as the warriors eyes have a faraway look as his mind wanders back in time
Focusing back on Jordy " yes ...i am that Miller." as his eyes harden " i've come back to get justice for Wynd " as his voice rings with steel
(posted by adm -Chris)
Nezamil Monday September 3rd, 2007 7:39:57 PM
Nodding atBarak " well when everyone gets back i'll hafta introduce you to my friends the Wildcards " grins the dwarf " maybe then we can share some more infomation
" Gonna be intresting to see what we can all do togther ......teamwork and timing will be vital.....considering what we have in mind " adds the Cleric of Domi
Spell list Zero-Creare water x2,Light x2,Read magic,Mending 1st-Detect undead,Divine favor,Hide from undead,Protection f-evil x2,Shield of faith x2(Enlarge) 2nd-Aid x2,Resist energy,Darkness,Silence(Bull str) 3rd-Searing light x2,Magic circle,Blindness,Protection from energy(Magic vestments) 4th-Airwalk,Dismissal,Freedom of movement x2(Spell Immunity) 5th-True seeing,Rightous might,Flame strike(Spell Resistance) 6th-Blade barrier (Anti-magic shield field)
Don't forget, Nezamil passed out 3 potions of Resist energy to Val,Bart,Ashira)(1 each)
Mykael d20+9=12 d20+12=13 d20+10=13 Monday September 3rd, 2007 9:58:55 PM
Mykael smiles slightly, then takes a long look at the heartseed.
"Very interesting.... " Val's comment brings him around.
"We better head downstairs and see what it up. But quickly before we go, have you checked into the other groups to know if the are as legit as they claim?"
After getting his answer, Mykael leads the group back down the stairs, assured that Val will watch his back.
Ashira Monday September 3rd, 2007 11:33:14 PM
The ranger sighs at Rigging's little tirade and slides off the orc's lap. "Subtle...very subtle husband." She gives the orc a sly look as she drops her hat of disguise, adopting her extrordinary "normal" looks. "Sorry big guy...my hubby here asked me to check into your story. Normally wouldn't be so sly, but around these parts, it's hard to tell friend from foe sometimes."
Frustrated at Rigging's lack of tact, she gives the wizard a steely look. "Soooo...I suppose the fact that you are being so forth right with our identities here means that you gathered a good deal of valuable information about the temple while you were out?!"
DM Kent Tuesday September 4th, 2007 12:05:32 AM
Rigging pops back safely enough and approaches the orc that his wife is fondling.
Surprisingly the Orc doesn't look to worried about Rigging's tirade and looks first at Ashira and then at Rigging.
"There wasn't no one holding her on my lap." You have problem it be with her not me.
Rigging continues his piece as Ashira pops off the orc's lap and officially announces their presence as the ones they are waiting for.
There is a moment of silence and then the three leaders of the downstairs groups, Acid, The Saints and the Defilers move toward or stand up to introduce themselves. The Orc having been the closest Introduces himself first.
"Me called Brekmi Nek. Am leader of the Defilers of Evil. These four are my companions. We all Fighters."
The next to stand forth is the leader of the Osto Saints.
"My name is Barak and these five fine men are my comrades in arms The Osto Saints. We are an assorted lot of men of the cloth."
The young dark haired youth that Bart has been chatting up is next. There is a fire and a sadness in his eyes. We five are known as Acid. I am Jeremy, brother of Aelwyndas, otherwise known to you as Wynd. We bring a mixed bag of talents with us.
Mykael asks his question as they head downstairs and gets a simple yes they seem to be as his reply. When they get downstairs they find the area around Rigging and Ashira a bit crowded.
Mykael Tuesday September 4th, 2007 2:05:39 AM
Scanning the room from the vantage point afforded by descending the stairs, Mykael realizes that all appears to be in the open.
He pushes his way through the group, leading the Keepers and Val.
Stopping before Rigging and Ashira, he steps to the side.
"I present Baron Jeremy de Quelt of Fargunia, and the 'Keepers of the Flame."
Turning to Jeremy and the Keepers, "I present, Arrack Von Palin, Captain of the 'Sword of Redemption' and leader of the Wildcards."
Its been a while since Mykael was in a formal situation, however, he tries to add some fan-fare in the introductions of the nobles.
'Perhaps this will provide some ammusement for 'us' no-bodies.' Mykael thinks to himself.
Mykael slips back into the crowd and into a chair by the front door. His sword slides out of its sheath and sits leaning on his thigh for quick access for any that feels the need to suddenly exit the inn to give warning to thier enemies. He monitors the crowd intently and stops anyone that tries to leave or enter.
Anyone wanting to enter, he merely states, in a drunken tone, "Wha da you want?" In a necessarily loud tone to warn the groups, all while sizing the individual(s) up.
Rigging Tuesday September 4th, 2007 4:58:57 PM
Rigging looks at his wife and suddenly he looks about 10 years younger. "Yeah I figured out a lot." Rigging looks down at the ground and digs his toe into the floor.
He looks back at her with a grin, "I found out some useful tactical information but taking this beast down is gonna take more than we can throw at it in a short time. I suppose if we took out some supports with well placed rock to muds and had Nezamil cast a few earthquakes we might have a shot but otherwise...
Obviously I did learn some good tactical information but not as much as I was hoping. Still we can talk about that later. Lets deal with this situation first shall we?"
Rigging will turn to the orcs first and ask, "I don't have time for niceties. I want to know what your committment to us is? Seems like all of your were waiting for us to show up? Are your ready to storm the gates of hell with us or do you plan to cover our retreat?"
Rigging turns to the cleric group and says, "Barak, you claim to be priests? Which Gods do you follow and how can you help us?"
Rigging eyes soften when his gaze falls upon Jeremy and he grabs onto the man's shoulders and stares into his eyes, "Yes I do see some of your sister in you. She was a wonderful friend who gave her life to save her comrades. Their isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of her fondly. I think I know your motivations in being here but what can you add to the cause?
Rigging will look at all of the assembled groups and say, "This is most likely the toughest nut I have had to crack and I have seen some hairy adventures. The church is guarded by skilled quads who are reinforced with strong magic items. The church itself has spells cast upon it which can attack your mind. Drugs waft through the air which deaden your resolve. I haven't even thought about the priests and the magics they can bring. So I ask you again, what are your intentions? Do you wish to support us or fight at our sides?"
Appolo Tuesday September 4th, 2007 7:16:14 PM
Appolo silently drifts back to a table as the 4 other groups are introduced.As ussual he is ignored.He sits down and has something to drink.he smiles with merriment almost luaghing out loud when Rigging goes into his rant.
Cosmo Tuesday September 4th, 2007 8:53:22 PM
Cosmo sits back and relaxes as the tensions eases in the inn. He listens to Rigging and to the other groups as they state their strengths.
Active Spells or Effects: Contingency (Invisibility; casting a Summon Monster spell ): 10/11 days Mage Armor (extended): 22 hours
Spell List (* for cast spell): 0 Level (5): Acid Splash, Detect Magic, Read Magic, Mage Hand & Message 1st Level (7): Magic Missile x2 , Reduce Person, True Strike, Enlarge Person, Mage Armor * & Exp. Retreat 2nd Level (7): Acid Arrow, Scorching Ray x2, Web, Invisibility. See Invisibility & Alter Self 3rd Level (7): SM III x2, Fireball x2, Lightning Bolt, Slow & Haste 4th Level (5): SM IV x2, Greater Invisibility, Dimension Door & Polymorph 5th Level (4): SM V x2, Animal Growth & Teleport 6th Level (3): SM VI, Chain Lightning & Scorching Ray (Quicken)
DM kent Tuesday September 4th, 2007 10:24:05 PM
Barak looks at Rigging with some surprise.
"I never said we were clerics good sir merely that we were all men of the cloth. In actuality only two of us are clerics. Myself and three others, indicating three of his companions, are paladins."
Barak looks around at the other group leaders and then at the group members themselves.
"While I am not exactly sure what your plans are I might suggest that Acid, at least, are used as support troops to aid any innocents that need it and the such. As they are locals they will more likely be looked upon with favor by the residents of this city. As for the rest ourselves included, I would say that we have the most experience but are a bit older, while the Saints are moderately strongr as a group than the orcs. I do not know how effective most of would be against the quads in direct confrontations, but we could surely help with the priests."
Ashira Tuesday September 4th, 2007 11:16:17 PM
The ranger smiles as strategy is batted around...and she adds her own 2 coppers. "Well, I am assuming the drugs in the air come from the incense, we used to use that stuff a lot when I was in the Qu..." Ashira's eyes flit to the ground for a couple of seconds before she pushes away the old demons. "Anyway, I would think that would be fairly easy to thrwart, depending on what defensive spells they have in place. If we could get a couple of air elementals in there, we could clean that stuff out in no time. I'd bet some well placed fireballs could take out the beams and your strategy would take down the columns...but we're getting ahead of ourselves. First we need to get in there and start cleaning house..that's where we need to start planning.
Mykael/Ghem Wednesday September 5th, 2007 2:00:05 AM
He sits quietly running words over and over in his mind as he watches the crowd and the door.
The thoughts stop for a minunte as he remembers a couple of things.
'Ghem, tell Rigging this for me please. Ask the groups if there are any that are good with interpretting premonitions. And tell him that Baron Jeremy has a dead seed in his chest. I wonder how he did that, especially against Ga'al's will.'
The little dragon swoops over Riggings head and soars up to a perch on a rafter. He turns his head down and looks at the Captain.
Telepathy to Rigging: 'Mykael says ask if there is any one that... can in - ter - pret... pre - mo - ni - tions... sorry, new words, had to ask again. He also says that Baron Jeremy has a dead seed in his chest. Whats that mean? I better ask him.
Ghem glides over and lands on the table by Mykael. Even though the dragon is looking at him intently, Mykael's gaze constantly surveys the room.
OOC: Darain Wednesday September 5th, 2007 2:19:20 AM
OOC: George, just want to clerify, Jordy is the boy, Jeremy is the Baron. Dont need the Bossman getting confused.
Ari Wednesday September 5th, 2007 7:49:29 AM
Adding to the comments of the others, "not one of us that was there that fateful day every forget Wynd."
Ari lets Rigging take the lead and listens to the various things the groups add. I wonder if Acid had anything to do with the group .
(ooc heads up that I will be in Peru from Oct 2 to Oct 12th and right now I'm highly doubting I'll have access to the internet)
Val Wednesday September 5th, 2007 9:36:23 AM
Wearing another's skin for a while can bring some perspective. As a human nobody looked at her twice. She could have made herself a beautiful human woman but her test wasn't for lust. Men were dogs and that didn't change what species you appeared to be. Val, back in her voluptuous dark elven form, leaned back in a chair. Her feet crossed at the ankle resting on the table.
Appolo Wednesday September 5th, 2007 11:55:19 AM
Appolo moves over next to Valanthe"You know.If we do this right and succeed,this whole city going go nuts.it'll be wide open for some sneeaky pirate typs to rob looy and pillage."He says witha grin.
Appolo OOC Wednesday September 5th, 2007 11:56:55 AM
Have to take my computer ibto the shop today.Won't have access for the next couple of days.
My appologies.
attendence report Wednesday September 5th, 2007 1:21:55 PM
Dm Kent xxxoxx Ashira xoxoxx Appolo xoxoxx Rigging xxxoxx Val xxooxx Bart xxxoox Nezamil xxxoox Mykael xxxoxx Cosmo xoxooo Ari xoooox
we had a weekend post by Dm Kent thats why i added another day
Cosmo and Ari each missed 4!!! posts we need to do better then that !!!
Adm Chris is posting for Bart !!while he is on vacation
Nezamil Wednesday September 5th, 2007 1:34:14 PM
The dwarf watches as the 3 leaders of the various groups approach Captain Rigging......taking the time while everyone is focused on the leaders the Cleric of Ddomi takes the measure of the others in the group....particularly the Cleris of Waard and the Paladins......eyeing the four holy warriors Nezamil looks for signs/symbols of which god they are Paladins of .
Nezamil starts to make the rounds of the various groups introducing himself to each member " I'm Nezamil of Domi's brotherhood....and of course the Swords of Redemption......i'm glad you have come here to help....we could use good people as yourselves....this next few days can bring big changes to Asildur and it's surrounding area's "
(besides the Orc group Defilers of Evil , are all the members human ??? men ??)
Bart Wednesday September 5th, 2007 1:38:06 PM
As Jordy goes and greets Rigging.....the warrior will order a round of drinks for the young lads of Acid " I'm Bart.....so good to see others like yourselves stand up for our people.....hopefully in the next few days we can actually strike a blow for our peoples freedom "
"how did you come to be called Acid ??" inquires Bart " an intresting name for sure "
(posted by adm -Chris)
Rigging Wednesday September 5th, 2007 6:34:43 PM
Rigging listens to the advice while his mind whirls with thoughts and plans. "We don't know of your skills or your abilities and doubt we will have time to coordinate a plan where we can work together. I think we would be better served in using all your groups as a distraction. Have you attack at various different points at the temple to tie up quads, priests and temple guards.
While you are doing this, we can enter the church proper and take out the heartseed plants and any guardians we see there. "
He stops and then recites from memory the seer final verse.
* "Silent Darkness, Moonlight, Blood Pain, comforting ice, Fog Burn soothing water, Sticky Acid helpful water, Arid wind cooling water, Ware the flowers, Make like a desert, strength of will prevails, let the water flow, Friends help where they may, a deck of cards is laying on a table."
The friends helping where they may, sounds like your groups playing a role but letting us take on the brunt of the attack. Appolo, where do you think our friends should attack and cause a diversion?"
Rigging will look back the allies and ask, "Do any of you use mage magic?"
Val Wednesday September 5th, 2007 9:57:39 PM
"Appolo It's Val now. I haven't been Valanthe for a long time. Once this is over and if we make it out alive go have your fun. I have found a different path in our adventures. Another purpose to fulfill. My place is with the wildcards but I must always follow my purpose when possible."
Cosmo Wednesday September 5th, 2007 10:07:44 PM
"We can use all the help we can get I think."
"This is going to be a big undertaking. We will need to move quickly or word will get out that we are going to storm the temple."
DM kent Wednesday September 5th, 2007 10:15:15 PM
The groups listen and watch, trying to judge the wildcards as the wildcards are trying to judge them. Val garners quite a few long hard looks, but then again so does Ashira for somereason.
Jordy responds to the question about their name. We call oursleves Acid for everything we do burns Ga'al and his priests and eats away at their power base.
One young man from Jordy's Acid group, steps forward at the question about mage magic and speaks, I am a mage of the 6th point, so I have some magic though probably nothing to compare to what your mages can do.
Nez does realize that other than the Orcs the other groups are all made up of Humans.
It is now all of about 8:00 in the morning.
(OOC Guys as I am leaving town on Friday morning and may or may not have internet access until I get back, Thursday night's postmay be the last for the week. If I do not go ahead and post and decide what/how you are going to do things and we will start this combat thing on Monday)
Mykael Thursday September 6th, 2007 10:39:54 AM
Mykael speaks up after Rigging resights the passage, "I have been thinking about that alot. Water sounds like a very prevelent savoir in the passage. Perhaps there is a way to temporarily flood some or all of the place. Or perhaps we should be sure to bring a healthy supply along with have spells for it available."
"I believe there is more to learn from the passage, we should study it for more insight. Also, if we do decide to use acid on the seeds, we still need to try and aquire it. Although, I am not completely certain my first interpretation of the passage, means for us to use it. One thing is for sure from the others, the use of fire is bad. It will draw too much attention, too fast."
Nezamil Thursday September 6th, 2007 4:51:25 PM
As Rigging decides what to do the dwarf adds " Barak has a good point......somebody should be held in reserve in case something unexpected arises......which i'm sure it will "
The Ga'alians are protecting their powerbase.....home turf so to speak......so i think its best we co-ordinate our plans and also have an exit strategy.....a meeting point afterwards......not to mention how to help support the locals groups like Acid in the aftermath !!"
Pointing to Barak and his friends " the Paladin's and us Cleric's can cast magic circle spells to help keep everyone's mind clear ....won't cover everyone but could be a nice overlapping tactic if we're all together"
Surveying all the groups " I see that we have a nice group of warriors ....the Defilers of Evil , Osto Saints and keepers of the Flame seem well versed in swords.....what about ranged weapons ?? do we have bowman ?? good way to keep the enemy pinned down "
"As the young man has siad he has mage ability which will be very helpful.....what about others ??"
Spell list Zero-Creare water x2,Light x2,Read magic,Mending 1st-Detect undead,Divine favor,Hide from undead,Protection f-evil x2,Shield of faith x2(Enlarge) 2nd-Aid x2,Resist energy,Darkness,Silence(Bull str) 3rd-Searing light x2,Magic circle,Blindness,Protection from energy(Magic vestments) 4th-Airwalk,Dismissal,Freedom of movement x2(Spell Immunity) 5th-True seeing,Rightous might,Flame strike(Spell Resistance) 6th-Blade barrier (Anti-magic shield field)
Don't forget, Nezamil passed out 3 potions of Resist energy to Val,Bart,Ashira)(1 each)
Bart Thursday September 6th, 2007 4:57:48 PM
The warrior stands quietly as he listens to the ongoing discussion amonst all the groups .
"Barak has an intresting point.....with Jordy and his friends known locally that could help us ......especially among the local population .....if we attack at night most would be asleep but i have no doubt that we will create a loud disturbance " grins Bart "and wake some people "
"also so Jordy's group Acid knows the local streets better then any of us ......they could help in planning escape and evasion routes " adds Bart to the discussion
(posted by adm-Chris)
Ari Thursday September 6th, 2007 8:09:45 PM
"We might also want to add a flood of rumors for the day. Rumors that could distract and aid with what we are doing. Maybe something that gets everyone inside and hiding but not necessarily because of us attacking or anything. I'm not talking plague like stuff, but maybe something that is like that."
Val Thursday September 6th, 2007 9:23:09 PM
"Perhaps we could use the rumors to mislead the temple's guards and soldiers. Rumors to get them to send people, even if it were just a few, to search for something that isn't there." Val shifts slightly in her seat. Changing her posture so those giving her long looks had a little reason to keep looking.
Cosmo Thursday September 6th, 2007 10:07:05 PM
Cosmo listens as the groups strategize on attacking the temple. He goes over his current spells to see if any of them are worth changing.
Active Spells or Effects: Contingency (Invisibility; casting a Summon Monster spell ): 10/11 days Mage Armor (extended): 22 hours
Spell List (* for cast spell): 0 Level (5): Acid Splash, Detect Magic, Read Magic, Mage Hand & Message 1st Level (7): Magic Missile x2 , Reduce Person, True Strike, Enlarge Person, Mage Armor * & Exp. Retreat 2nd Level (7): Acid Arrow, Scorching Ray x2, Web, Invisibility. See Invisibility & Alter Self 3rd Level (7): SM III x2, Fireball x2, Lightning Bolt, Slow & Haste 4th Level (5): SM IV x2, Greater Invisibility, Dimension Door & Polymorph 5th Level (4): SM V x2, Animal Growth & Teleport 6th Level (3): SM VI, Chain Lightning & Scorching Ray (Quicken)
DM Kent Thursday September 6th, 2007 10:37:19 PM
Discussions are begun and yet nothing is decided upon as yet. Baron Jeremy steps forward and asks a simple yet important question.
So when are you planning this assault?
Ashira Friday September 7th, 2007 12:18:54 AM
Ashira ignores the hard looks...she's used to being stared at. She chimes in with her own input. "I'd like to keep the civilian losses to a minimum...so in my mind that means a night attack. But I think Val has a good idea. What would be really nice is if we could conjure up some illusions of ourselves somewhere in the city...bet that would attract some attention!" Ashira looks over at Rigging and Cosmo. "Any way to pull that off?"
Mykael Friday September 7th, 2007 12:48:06 AM
"An interesting idea. We have the local group Acid, that knows the streets well. We have two Hats of Disguise."
"Simple illusions would work for the moment, however, as they are found out, it would put the entire city on alert and re-inforcements may be sent to the Temple."
"Now if we had some intelligent individuals that know the side streets, alleys, sewers, and hiding holes, running around making appearances and yet they can take on thier normal forms to help hide. Wow, that could cause an up roar."
"But once again, that would put the entire city on alert, thus more chance of our attack being noticed, even if its just by a normal citizen."
"It has good merits, but it could have a downside also."
Rigging Friday September 7th, 2007 8:23:42 AM
Rigging listens to the discussion and interjects, "Our escape plan and prior planning didn't take into account having local allies on the scene. I have no intention of staying in the city after our raid. In the past when we attacked a temple of Ga'al, the entire town was taken over and sent against us."
Rigging will look to Jeremy and continue, "That is how we lost your sister. She sacrificed herself so we could live. I have no intention of going through that again. After our attack, we are leaving via our teleport spells and devices.
If we have to, we can come back again when things have cooled down but I planned for and expected a one time raid.
Now having your groups here is a plus but we won't be able to protect you. You need to decide how much involvement you want to take. We can get you into the temple but I am not sure we can get you out and back to safety. This is why I was thinking of a diversion for your group. It might make some sense that you make a raid of your own on the front door to coincide with us sneaking through another entrance. Your raid can be quick and hard. I will loan you one of my fireball wands so you can toss around some quick damage, maybe start some fires and kill some lower tiered guards. You might even activate some static defenses to get them out of our way, but then you must flee. We can choice a safe house if you have one and try to meet you there, but I emphasize the word "Try".
The plan was to attack tonight. I want spelluser to get some sleep and adjust their spell lists for the attack. We just need to figure out our final plan."
Rigging turns away but quickly turns back, "Oh I am sorry but I must insist that we all stay here for the day. While I am a trusting soul and I am sure you have the best intentions but operational security demands that we all keep an eye on each other."
Ari Saturday September 8th, 2007 12:50:38 PM
"Do you think there might be any way start a riot that could pull guards or personell away from the temple?"
DM Kent Saturday September 8th, 2007 3:49:51 PM
Discussion continues with some thoughts to different strategies and the announcement of the raid going on tonight, brings smiles to the faces of the other groups' members.
Jordy smiles at Rigging's rememberances of his sister and the options laid forth. We will do what we can to aid you and we do have a few contacts in the city that could cause other distractions, but they would necessitate me leaving the building.::shrugs:: So I will leave that to you to decide. With your wand and the magics we have available we should be able to cause quite a diversion. But whatever the case you will need to silence that bell somehow or you could have all the working quads and cullers charging back to the defense of the Cathedral.
Jeremy nods as Jordy says his piece. If I were to use us all to our best abilities, I mingt take two groups inward to help with any innocents inside and perhaps two outside for diversion and additional aid with innocents or otherwise.
Mykael Sunday September 9th, 2007 10:17:47 PM
"I am not sure that diversions are a good idea. The more action that happens outside the temple, the more people that will be up and paying attention."
"I believe the quieter we are the better. I dont want help from the outside coming to hurt us. And remember, one of the premonitions said fire would draw attention and bring help. So can action outside."
"I think one group should come inside with us to help with any innocents inside and keep the upper level secure, after we take it."
"The other three groups should stay outside, one at each entrance/exit, to help the innocents out, and to stop any fleeing Ga'alian's that try and leave the temple to get help."
Mykael (extra post) Sunday September 9th, 2007 10:20:47 PM
"We still need to get acid to kill the seeds. Does anyone in 'Acid' have contacts in town that could get us some or all that we need, without risking suspicion?"
"If we cant get what we need to destroy them, then perhaps we can get enough bags to take the seeds and plants with us for later destruction."
"Or maybe we will have to use a combination of the two, depending on how much is there."
Rigging (a discussion on tactics) Monday September 10th, 2007 9:40:16 AM
Rigging will look at each of the groups and asks bluntly, "Are your individual sqads or groups capable of taking out a quad or would they over match you? I am sorry to be blunt but I don't have time to test your skills. If we need to, I will group 2 of your groups together and make them a fighting team."
Rigging looks at the Wildcards and the others and says, "This battle is going to have to be run in stages. The first stage is taking out the obvious guards. The bell tower and any roving guards will have to go first. I want a fighting team of Ashira, Bart, and Appolo to take out the Bell tower. The will go with improved invisibility, and fly spells to get them there. Nezamil will enchant a rock to with silence to keep them quiet."
The second fighting team will be Val, Ari, Mykael and Nezamil. Your jobs will be to get into the front door and eliminate any guards in the area. Again I want silence spells for the intial attack which will limit Nez as a spell user to begin with. Then I want us to regroup outside and send our allies in to cause havoc and as much destruction as possible. I will arm them with one of my fireball wands to give them some teeth. Their attack will be quick and brutal and then they will scatter and leave the area as fast as possible. If we are lucky they can draw off some of the defenders with them.
I want Cosmo, and myself invisible and in support roles to begin with. Cosmo can do his summoning and I will keep buffing you and using my dispel magic wand to try and take down existing spells. Because of this, lets be frugal in our buff spells. I might have to dispel magic you if you are caught in something and would hate to have to bring down your spells too.
We will have to deal with those mind influencing spells that I had to deal with before. Not sure who they will affect our less seasoned friends. Does anyone have any ideas on how to deal with them?
The first goal is the heartseed plants. I think that is our most important objective. Instead of fighing our way through, I think we should use magic to get through the wall from the outside to the parent green house.
We will send our allies into the main chapel to act as a diversion after we help eliminate the guards and then attack the plant that is enslaving our people. I can't see beyond this. Of course we want to free the innocents and bring down as many temple priests and guards as possible but I have a feeling we won't be able to stay beyond a few minutes.
What do you think? Rigging is including his new allies in to give ideas.
Nezamil Monday September 10th, 2007 1:52:29 PM
" sounds like a plan......i like the idea of the groups working togther"
" So Captain when will we start the attack ??"
Spell list Zero-Creare water x2,Light x2,Read magic,Mending 1st-Detect undead,Divine favor,Hide from undead,Protection f-evil x2,Shield of faith x2(Enlarge) 2nd-Aid x2,Resist energy,Darkness,Silence(Bull str) 3rd-Searing light x2,Magic circle,Blindness,Protection from energy(Magic vestments) 4th-Airwalk,Dismissal,Freedom of movement x2(Spell Immunity) 5th-True seeing,Rightous might,Flame strike(Spell Resistance) 6th-Blade barrier (Anti-magic field)
Don't forget, Nezamil passed out 3 potions of Resist energy to Val,Bart,Ashira)(1 each)
Bart Monday September 10th, 2007 1:55:10 PM
Bart Nods his head at the tactics " i'm looking forward getting this started "
With a glance over at Jordy and his fellow Acid's " time to strike a blow againist Ga'al's tyranny" smiles the warrior .
(posted by adm -Chris)
Rigging Monday September 10th, 2007 4:31:02 PM
"I want to go tonight. I know this inn is shielded but they Ga'alians are still gonna have human intelligence resources and you have to figure we are going to be watched.
I want spellusers to get some sleep and prep their spells for tonight and attack around 2 am. I am hoping most of the rituals will be over by then and we will only find enemies in the temple."
Appolo Monday September 10th, 2007 6:37:02 PM
Appolo sat quietly watched and listened.He didn't have anything to add so remained wuiet. When Rigging is done hes tands"Ok folks everything sound good to me.Numder one thing to remember is once we start this there's no going back.Also there are no innocents friendlies in that temple.We kill everything women children dogs cats.What ever we come across we kil destroy anf burn.No holds barred.Show no mercy becuase you will recieve none.Also once we start bell tower or no bell tower it won't be long before the rest of the heaertseed figure out some thing is wrong.So when we succed and leave we mostlikely will have to fight our way out ofa confused choatic and rioting city. Agian don't play nice and show mercy.Mercy compassion and such will only get you and yours killed."
DM Kent Monday September 10th, 2007 8:30:27 PM
The four group leaders turn to their compatriots for a moment and a brief discussion is held about their strengths. The concensus is that the Saints and the Defilers could probably deal with the majority of the middle and lower level quads, while Acid and the Flames could probably handle the lower tier quads.
Jordy speaks up, if by mind influencing you mean the inscenses. They are only lit in the sanctuary during the services or special rites.
As Apollo speaks his piece Jordy whirls on him.
"What do you mean no innocents in the temple. Every night for the last month they have been heartseeding children. As they probably will be tonite? How are those children not innocents? If you are planning to kill them then we will sit in this Inn until you are done and will not lift a finger to help you."
There are more than one lifted eyebrow at Apollo's comments and Jordy's outburst and almost as one the groups turn to Rigging to see what he has to say on the matter.
Ari Tuesday September 11th, 2007 4:50:57 AM
Standing up quickly and looking at Appollo Ari bursts out, "I will never agree to actions as such as you describe! No situation is ever 100% as described.
I have never condoned those types of actions for our group and I will continue to raise objections every blessed time you try to change the intent of what we're doing. You choose to be no better than those that we fight against and that just burns me up!
I really don't see our benefactor and Wynd and all those that have come since we left the place supporting your ideas, either."
Just what needs to be said in front of these people. I see that nothing has changed in the time I've been gone.
Rigging Tuesday September 11th, 2007 11:13:24 AM
Rigging stands and puts up his hands in a peaceful gesture. He starts to talk and stops, gathering his thoughts. Finally he looks up with a haunted look in his eyes, "Appolo is in a certain sense right. Every heartseeded person in that temple is our enemy. They are slave to Ga'al and could attack us. I am hoping by my timing of the attack to avoid these issues but realize we are trying to defeat a greater evil here.
Should we forgo the mission to save the children who are being heartseeded tonight. We might save them but it doesn't save the ones who will be enslaved tomorrow or the day after. We are looking at the big picture here and though it sounds harsh, it is necessary."
Rigging moves over to stand in front of Appolo, "I understand your pain because I share it as do the rest of the Wildcards. We have been fighting this injustice for years with little headway to show for it. Still we have to hold ourselves to a higher standard. If their are innocents in there, we first accomplish our mission and kill the heartseeds themselves but we do not willing put those innocents in danger. We don't fling spells that could catch them too, we don't knowingly put them in danger. We can't or we become like Ga'al ourselves and then we are truly lost."
Rigging looks intently at his new allies, and then says, "You two claim to be able to handle a mid to lower level quad. I want your two groups to work together to defeat a quad if it shows up quickly. I want Acid and Flame to cover the retreat and keep off any patrols that might show up on the outside. They can also provide spells and arrow to the fight on the inside. Remember that you are a diverson. You make the noise and attack the structure while we bring down the plants.
Now we need to get some more supplies for this. Do you have any contacts for acid or anything else that will chew threw stone?"
Val Tuesday September 11th, 2007 2:00:17 PM
"The truth is until we get inside and actually see the situation we have no idea what we will do. We can't plan for a lot of what we are going to run into. They designed that place to prevent what we are about to do. This is our only chance at this. If we mess this up then everything will just get worse."
Nezamil Tuesday September 11th, 2007 3:36:48 PM
Having witnessed Appolo's tirades about death before the Cleric of Domi just shakes his head sadly .
Stepping up next to Ari and rests his hand on his shoulder ""I'm in agreement with you.....no need to hurt those that we don't hafta "
Looking over at the four gathered groups " please don't judge us all my Appolo's words " he's just an angry young man......who has trouble dealing with his demons...a slave to his anger.....hopefully his anger doesn't consume him"
"It takes more courage to let go of your anger then it is to hold onto it......something our angry young friend has yet to learn ......hopefully one day he will find that truth and the maturity that goes with it"
Spell list Zero-Creare water x2,Light x2,Read magic,Mending 1st-Detect undead,Divine favor,Hide from undead,Protection f-evil x2,Shield of faith x2(Enlarge) 2nd-Aid x2,Resist energy,Darkness,Silence(Bull str) 3rd-Searing light x2,Magic circle,Blindness,Protection from energy(Magic vestments) 4th-Airwalk,Dismissal,Freedom of movement x2(Spell Immunity) 5th-True seeing,Rightous might,Flame strike(Spell Resistance) 6th-Blade barrier (Anti-magic field)
Don't forget, Nezamil passed out 3 potions of Resist energy to Val,Bart,Ashira)(1 each)
Bart Tuesday September 11th, 2007 3:41:52 PM
The Swordsman stands up at Appolo's outburst and walks over to the Acid's " I for one will not harm the innocents .....those children our my people too ......we will save as many as we can "
"And with your help we can save even more ......this is a chance to strike a powerful blow againist the Priests of Ga'al.....we won't get many chances like the one we have now ........please help us " adds Bart sincerly
(posted by adm Chris)
attendence report Tuesday September 11th, 2007 4:08:17 PM
Dm Kent o2xxx Ashira oxoxo Appolo o2oxx Rigging o2oo2 Val oxxoo Bart oxxox Nezamil oxxox Mykael oxxxx Cosmo o2xoo Ari oxxxo
o = no post x = posted 2 = double post
just a reminder folks , battle is at our doorstep !!! lets be on top of posting!!! keep us all alive!! , Dm Kent has already told us this won't be an easy battle !! so please keep tabs on your posts and your fellow gamers !! we need to work together !!
Appolo Tuesday September 11th, 2007 8:06:33 PM
Appolo smiles"Just saying this is going to get real nasty.Is all.Oh I'm not angry.Either.I'm just going to do what I think needs to be done."He says it with smile as sits down and relaxes.
Mykeal Tuesday September 11th, 2007 8:16:21 PM
"I will follow your plan, however, I still dont think noisy diversions outside and excessive use of fire are good ideas. They increase the chance of alerting the entire city."
"I think there is one other issue we may need to cover or clerify. The Wildcards had figured we would fight our way in and use magic to leave. Now that we have more helping, is that still our strategy? And what escape plans will our allies use? "
"Finally, I dont pretend to know exactly why, but the words of the seer said water would help us alot. I suggest everyone fill your skins, and we should bring a few buckets or barrels full, also."
DM kent Tuesday September 11th, 2007 10:20:54 PM
Plans are laid. Tmpers are frayed. And fears are belayed.
Riggin sets forth the duties for his allies and they nod at his requests.
Jeremy looks around one last time and asks a final question.
"So I guess the last thing we need to know is when do we meet you all back down here as it seems we are going to try and get a good days rest?"
Getting his answer he and the other groups head back upstairs to their respective rooms.
When the Wildcard head bck to theirs they find Nubs Alingie leaning back in the chair they left him in. He is lightly snoring.
The late morning and afternoon goes quickly and the evening seems to rush towards night as each ndividual makes his final preparations for the night's endevours and or gets sleep.
Sooner than perhaps they thought the time planned for arrives and it is about 1 1/2 hours before the assigned meeting time.
Nezamil Wednesday September 12th, 2007 4:29:14 PM
The 5'ft dwarf follows his fellow wildcards upstairs and finds a corner spot......unrolling a couple blankets Nezamil lays down and falls asleep quickly.
As night falls the Cleric wakes and meditates quietly in his corner.
If and when they head out after Captain Riggings plan of action is laid out , the dwarf prepres himself and takes up his role in the operation.
(detailed spell will follow shortly)
Bart Wednesday September 12th, 2007 4:31:49 PM
The armored warrior bids the Acids a good night and finds a place to sleep in the wildcards room.
Grabbing a spot by the wall behind the door he rests up for the nights activity.
Once awake Bart quickly and effiecently cleans and oils his weapons for the coming battle
(posted by adm Chris)
Rigging Wednesday September 12th, 2007 5:02:29 PM
Rigging wakes up and hits the spell books, studying for the necessary spells for the raid tonight. He is worried about his allies wondering if they are loyal and if they are, up to the challenge of tonight.
Rigging will head downstairs and if the other groups are there ask, "What are your retreat plans? We won't be able to help you in this regard. You will have to retreat before the raid is over once they discover we are in the temple. I don't want you to be overly brave and find yourselves standing before Gargul for the decision. Much rather have you live to oppose Ga'al for another day."
Rigging will hand his wand of fireballs over to the spellcaster who said he could use it. He will tell him its activation but warn him it only has 9 charges left. No need to be conservative with it, I don't expect it back."
He will also tell the new allies, "If you see a large air elemental flying around, don't attack it. It is my familiar Swirl and he might come to your aid if you need it. He might even bring you a note so don't attack him."
Rigging will let the groups get together and say, "OK lets move out and get ready to take out that bell tower and other roaming guards."
level: message x2, detect magic, mage hand 1st level: 4+2 Ray of enfeeblement x 2, mage armor, magic missile x 2, shield 2nd level: 4+2 scorching rays x3, see invisible, prot from arrows, mirror image 3rd level: 4+1 haste, fly, blink, fireball, lightning bolt 4th level: 4+1 , arcane eye, dimension door Evards Black tentacles, enervation x2 5th level: 3+1 Empowered fireball, teleport,Cone of cold x 2, 6th level: 2+1 Greater dispel magic, distergrate x2
Appolo Wednesday September 12th, 2007 7:30:01 PM
Appolo comes downstairs silently.He is relaxed and ready to go."Rigging we'll need those invisibility spells and such.Nez can you put theat slince spell on a rock or something I can carry.Need to keep thing quiet in that tower."Looking around at the others"We got everything we're going to need.Everyone ready.?"
Ari Wednesday September 12th, 2007 8:22:20 PM
"Your choice of meanings can make or break relations and continues to make problems for us."
---- Deciding on his spells and what he needs, Ari prepares for the evening in his room. As he gets ready to leave the room he recites a small prayer asking for protection and guidance for what the group is about to do.
(ooc will post my spell list with next post. I have things selected, ran out of time before I could post.)
DM kent Wednesday September 12th, 2007 10:29:13 PM
Approaching midnight the groups all meet back in the common room where Rigging hands over his fireball wand and asks about retreat plans, He is assured that should they be needed that they are in place for each group.
The groups head out of the inn, all 33 and into the deserted and dark market square and look across at the Cathedral looming above the town some 200 yards (600 feet) away. The outline of the bell tower can be distinguished and from your previous recon, you know there is a quad stationed up there, as well as one outside the gates at the Tower's base and one at the inside gates at the top of the stairs that lead to the sanctuary's main door. Also if everything is as normal then there is a quad stationed at the rear entrances as well.
Both moons have risen and are full and there are no clouds of note to be seen. There is no other discernable movement noted by any of the party's mebers.
Ashira the very plain woman (Barkskin +2) Wednesday September 12th, 2007 11:47:47 PM
Donning her costume one final time, Ashira heads out into the streets. The tower...that's her job...not a problem. Her hands clench in anticipation of the impending battle. As she waits for the buffing spells to begin, Ashira casts a couple of spells of her own. The ranger reaches out and taps Bart lightly on the shoulder, watching as his skin begins to harden (Barkskin +2, 60min.). Then she touches herself, repeating the spell.
Mykael Thursday September 13th, 2007 1:20:18 AM
(OOC: sorry I didnt get the post off before hand.)
IC: Before Mykael sleeps for the day, he casts a 'Vampiric Regeneration' spell into his magic sword. He then sleeps, when he awakes he studies his spells and meets the groups.
Before they leave the inn, Mykael sits down with Ghem and goes over a few things.
'Ghem, I dont want you to enter with me. This will be extremely dangerous. I want you to find a nice high perch outside where you can watch what is happening outside. Make sure you hide well.'
Mykael takes the time to carefully explain the the four different groups and how to tell who is each, and what the groups names are. This way Ghem can give good intel on what is happening outside.
He then looks over the all five groups and asks, "Who uses ranged weapons above all else?"
To the one or few that answers Mykael passes out small poison sacks to coat thier missiles with. (Poison info 4 small sacks, 2 doses per sack, Fort save DC 16 or 1d6 damage)(please note who accepts)
Just before they head into combat, Mykael casts Heroism and Stoneskin on himself.
Active Spells: Heroism (70/70 mins) Stoneskin (70/70 mins)
Nezamil d8+10=14 Thursday September 13th, 2007 6:09:47 PM
Nezamil steps next to the Saints of Osto before they head into the market square " may Domi grant us all courage and Waard good luck " prays the dwarf quickly
As people head out the door Nezamil starts to infuse his fellow wildcards with magical spells....finishing with himself.....only stopping to tap Jordy and Jeremy once (hide from undead)"this will help shield you from any of the undead."
"Ashira i can enlarge you once we're inside if you like ...just let me know ...ok "
"Val and Bart don't forget about the potions i gave you earlier "(Resist energy 30 pts per attack)
Handing Appolo a stoppered vial " the silence spell is on a small pebble inside this vial....either break it or pop the cork to use"
"Captain here are two more vials with silince cast on pebbles inside them ......hand them out to whoever you thinks best"
Ashira-Resist energy (fire) 30 pts per, 110 mins,Protection from evil (+2 ac ,+2 saves) 11 mins,Airwalk 110 mins Appolo -silence (on small stone) 11 mins,Airwalk 110 mins Val - Protection from evil (+2 ac,+2 saves) 11 mins,Protection from energy(fire) 110 mins(120 hit pts of damage) Mykael - Aid (1d8+10=14 hit pts) 11 mins Nezamil -Sr 23,Spell Immunity (1.Flame strike,2.Dispel magic),Magic vestments (on shield),Sof,Magic circle vs evil,Stonekin(potion from Mykael),True seeing,Hide from undead,Detect undead,Owls wisdom
Everyone gets - Hide from undead 11 mins
Important!!! read the above for what spells you received
Kent Thursday September 13th, 2007 6:13:46 PM
(ooc this does not constitute a post. Just for your information, I will post pertinent actions of NPCs on the board, but I will probably make all NPC related combat rolls off computer in order to slim down the dice field and to limit the amount of clutter in the daily posts. All PC combat posts will be rolled on this board as per previous combats.)
Bart - Barkskin,Stoneskin,Heroism Thursday September 13th, 2007 6:19:32 PM
The agile warrior slaps Jordy and his fellow Acids on the backs as they head out the door "For Alsidur's freedom "
Double checking his equipment Bart accepts Ashira's help " thanks.....Time to send a message " as he draws his sword
Fishing a couple potions out of his belt pouch he quickly sips them down as he walks out int o the marketplace
"Full moon.....not good for us.....gives them good visibility .......but no turning back now " as he stops next Ashira and Appolo for their bell tower foray "going to need something to get up there "
"I can levitate with my ring and hold on to you Ashira as you walk up there ......so i can keep fresh and alert " grins the agile warrior to his longtime friend
(posted by adm Chris)
Rigging Thursday September 13th, 2007 6:29:34 PM
Rigging calls a halt to the group and whispers, "OK, We need to take 3 groups out almost simultaneously. The tower group will be attacked by Appolo, Ashria, Val, and Ari. They will need fly spells or air walking or something. They will need to be invisible. We can use two of the rings and spells after that. Cosmo, can you cast invisiblity? I can cast it from my wand but it doesn't last as long being the greater kind. This group should also have a silence spell
The group by the gate will be attacked by Saints and the Defilers. They will have a silence spell and I can use the wand on some of them to make them invisible. Those few can engage first and the others can rush in.
I will dimension door close to the group by the door. Bart, Mykael, Nezamil and Cosmo will be in this group. Bart will carry the silence rock and close with Nezamil and Mykeal. We wizards will stay out of the silence and attack with spells.
The timing of this will be hard but we can manage it. The quads frequently share life and spells. Find the weak link and hit that person hard and keep hitting them. Gang up if you can.
I won't dimentsion door until I see the tower group and the front group attack.
Our other two allied groups are reserve, but after we engage, they should move forward in support of the Saints and The Defilers.
Rigging will have Swirl move down to 200' above Rigging but he is staying in the dark.
OOC Can we get a map? I think I have a good feel for where the quads are but would like to see it on a map.
level: message x2, detect magic, mage hand 1st level: 4+2 Ray of enfeeblement x 2, mage armor, magic missile x 2, shield 2nd level: 4+2 scorching rays x3, see invisible, prot from arrows, mirror image 3rd level: 4+1 haste, fly, blink, fireball, lightning bolt 4th level: 4+1 , arcane eye, dimension door Evards Black tentacles, enervation x2 5th level: 3+1 Empowered fireball, teleport,Cone of cold x 2, 6th level: 2+1 Greater dispel magic, distergrate x2
spells cast: mage armor 12 hours shield extended with rod 24 minutes protection from arrows 12 hours fly on Ashira 12 minutes 2 message spells getting 24 people, all the Wildcard, the leaders from each group, and at least one other from each group.
Rod of Quicken lesser 0/3 Rod of Extend lesser 1/3 Rod of Silent lesser 0/3
Cosmo (AC 19; HP 63/63) Thursday September 13th, 2007 9:23:49 PM
Cosmo prepares his spells. He quickly casts Mage Armor and takes his place in the middle of the group.
"Yes Rigging I studied for an Invisibility spell."
OOC - will cast it on whomever Rigging wants me to.
Active Spells or Effects: Contingency (Invisibility; casting a Summon Monster spell ): 10/11 days Mage Armor (extended): 22 hours
Spell List (* for cast spell): 0 Level (5): Acid Splash, Detect Magic, Read Magic, Mage Hand & Message 1st Level (7): Magic Missile x2 , Reduce Person, True Strike, Enlarge Person, Mage Armor * & Exp. Retreat 2nd Level (7): Acid Arrow, Scorching Ray x2, Web, Invisibility, See Invisibility & Alter Self 3rd Level (7): SM III x2, Fireball x2, Lightning Bolt, Slow & Haste 4th Level (5): SM IV x2, Greater Invisibility, Dimension Door & Polymorph 5th Level (4): SM V x2, Animal Growth & Teleport 6th Level (3): SM VI, Chain Lightning & Scorching Ray (Quicken)
Appolo Ac 30 Hp86 Invisible Thursday September 13th, 2007 9:51:17 PM
Appolo goes invisible and heads for the wall.
DM Kent Thursday September 13th, 2007 10:21:05 PM
As the Wildcards cast spells and prepare, the other groups prepare as well with a number of scrolls being read and potions being drunk as they make their way toward the cathedral.
Knowing that the tower is 160 ft tall and will take a little time for the assault group to make it to the top, Rigging and the others delay their short term spells a bit and wait for the tower team to get in to position before stepping up to their positions.
Acid and the Flames start making their way around the sides of the Cathedral and The Saints and defilers move a bit toward the front gates to prepare for their part of the onslaught.
Fially the Tower crew states they are ready, final spells are cast and Rigging gives the signal.
(ooc Maps are sent. Ignore the first set as I forgot a few things on them.)
Val (AC 28, HP 136/ 136, Protection from Evil, Protection from Energy- Fire) Friday September 14th, 2007 9:34:54 AM
Val looked up at the tower. She could probably get a shot at one of them with her bow but not all. They would have to go up there and deal with the guards up close and personal. Her body tingled with anticipation of battle.
"Let's get this started. If I dine with Gargul tonight then I do not want to be late."
Protection from Evil- 11 min Protection from Energy-Fire- 120 min/ 120 pts Ivisibility?
Troglodyte Ari AC 23 HP 80 (Alter self (50 min), hide from undead (11 min), comprehend languages (50 min), stoneskin (70 points), some kind of invisibiilty (proposed), Silence (proposed) Friday September 14th, 2007 5:48:50 PM
Taking out the potion that was given to him earlier, Ari will gulp down the stoneskin potion. Taking out the oil of keen Ari applies it to the his flaming sword and then to the sword of Alemi if there's enough oil.
Ari then casts Alter self and comprehend languages on himself.
Ari is excited about the prospect of removing the temple of Gaal from it's permanent place of influence. At the same time he's nervous about the intentions and what they may bring from others in the group.
(holding Protection from Evil and Shield in reserve for last minute cast before combat.
1-level wiz comprehend Languages - used Protection from Evil Shield Spider Climb (spell mastery) True Strike
1-level Ranger
Entangle Jump
2-level wiz
Alter Self - used Resist Energy knock Locate Object
3-level (3)
Dispel Magic Suggestion X 2
Rigging hps 80/80 ac 24 with haste, mage armor and sheild Friday September 14th, 2007 7:22:05 PM
"Cosmo, cast it on whatever one of the tower team need it. I already did Ashira and they should have two rings between them to share."
Rigging looks at his allies and says, "Change of plan, Wait until the tower attacks and then swarm them under together. Their are to many guards to keep this a surpise. We need to move fast."
As the others start to move forward, Rigging pulls out his wand of greater invisibilty and taps himself, Cosmo, Nezamil, Mykael and Bart will get them in that order. "Gang up on the 2 quad members to the right. Nezamil, Bart and Mykeal in the front with Cosmo and Me in the back." He will then cast haste on his group and then dimension door them all to the J15 (Dm please space us where it makes sense)
level: message x2**, detect magic, mage hand 1st level: 4+2 Ray of enfeeblement x 2, mage armor, magic missile x 2, shield 2nd level: 4+2 scorching rays x3, see invisible, prot from arrows*, mirror image 3rd level: 4+1 haste, fly, blink, fireball, lightning bolt 4th level: 4+1 , arcane eye, dimension door* Evards Black tentacles, enervation x2 5th level: 3+1 Empowered fireball, teleport,Cone of cold x 2, 6th level: 2+1 Greater dispel magic, distergrate x2
spells cast: mage armor 12 hours shield extended with rod 24 minutes protection from arrows 12 hours fly on Ashira 12 minutes 2 message spells getting 24 people, all the Wildcard, the leaders from each group, and at least one other from each group. Rigging greater invisibliity 7/7 Cosmo greater invisibility 6/7 Nezamil greater invisibility 5/7 Mykael greater invisiblity 4/7 Bart greater inivisiblity 3/7
All have haste 2/12
Please remember that my group gets +1 to hit, +1 to ac +1 on reflex saves due to haste
Rod of Quicken lesser 0/3 Rod of Extend lesser 1/3 Rod of Silent lesser 0/3
Bart Ac 30 Hp 95 -Barkskin,Stoneskin,Heroism ,Greater inviso,Haste Friday September 14th, 2007 7:38:19 PM
Sword ready the agile warrior concentrates on his target.....waiting for Rigging's magic to dimension door them to the Quads spot for the start of the attack
Spells on Bart Barkskin Stoneskin Heroism Greater invisibilty Haste
To Dm Kent can Bart attack after DDto spot ?? i know caster cannot take another action but what about his companions?? if he can i will post Bart's attack later tonight
Nezamil Ac 34 Hp 92 Friday September 14th, 2007 8:41:43 PM
The 5'ft dwarf appears calm on the surface but his blood is racing at the coming battle in the Temple of Ga'al.....Domi's most reviled enemy.
Waiting as Captain Rigging finalizes some final details of his attack plan.....Nezamil's eyes sweep the market place on the temple's entrance for signs of movement.
A grim smile appears on his face as the moent has come "May Domo grant us all courage......watch over my friends " prays The Cleric of Domi as suddenly they are transported to the main entrance of the Temple of Ga'al.
Ashira-Resist energy (fire) 30 pts per, 110 mins,Protection from evil (+2 ac ,+2 saves) 11 mins,Airwalk 110 mins Appolo -silence (on small stone) 11 mins,Airwalk 110 mins Val - Protection from evil (+2 ac,+2 saves) 11 mins,Protection from energy(fire) 110 mins(120 hit pts of damage) Mykael - Aid (1d8+10=14 hit pts) 11 mins Nezamil -Sr 23,Spell Immunity (1.Flame strike,2.Dispel magic),Magic vestments (on shield),Sof,Magic circle vs evil,Stonekin(potion from Mykael),True seeing,Hide from undead,Detect undead,Owls wisdom
Everyone gets - Hide from undead 11 mins
Important!!! read the above for what spells you received
Sspell list Zero-Create water x2,light x2 ,Read magic,Mending 1st -detect undead*,Divine favor,Pro-from-evil x2**,Hide from undead*,Shield of faith x2*(enlarge)) 2nd -Aid* ,Resist energy* ,Owl's wisdom*,Silence x3*** (Bull str) 3rd - Searing light x2,Magic circle* ,Blindness,Protection from energy*(Magic vestment*) 4th - Airwalk x2** Divine power,deathward(Spell imunnity*) 5th - True seeing*,Rightous might,Wall of stone(Spell resistance*) 6th - Blade barrier (anti magic field)
Active spells Sr-23 11 mins 5th lvl Spell Imunity 110 mins 4th lvl 1.Flame strike 2.Dispel magic Magic vestments 11 hrs 3rd lvl (on shield)+2 ac Shield of faith 11 min (+3 ac) Magic circle vs evil 110 mins 3rd lvl Stone skin (potion)7th lvl 70 pts True seeing 11 mins 5th lvl Hide from undead 11 mins 1st lvl Detect undead 11 mins 1st lvl Greater inviso 5/7 (from Riggings wand) Haste (from Rigging)
kent can Nezamil attack after the Dimension door ?? i know spell caster cannot but what about his companions?? (if yes then i will post attacks for both Nezamil and Bart later tonight)
DM Kent Friday September 14th, 2007 10:36:40 PM
(OOC Dimension door passengers are allowed a single attack just as if they had move a full move)
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