Karnas (L1-7 L2-5 L3- 4): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP18/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Tuesday October 15th, 2013 3:30:42 AM
Karnas nod at Terser "Indeed, let's get this started"
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Tuesday October 15th, 2013 9:18:57 AM
The Oathbreaker cracks his knuckles, falling in line silently with the others.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Tuesday October 15th, 2013 10:12:51 AM
Sam waits to see what spoils (gold only please) will come of the recent fight. Other than that, he decides to hold off trading his crossbow for a short spear. No sense in buying something that will get Gargul even more angry with him. At least the bolts of undead bane might keep him from being punished anymore.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 59/101 -- Mage Armor, Haste Tuesday October 15th, 2013 8:53:14 PM
Check...
Emeralda Everbrawl AC19/12/17, HP58/58 Tuesday October 15th, 2013 9:54:43 PM
Emeralda imagines what it might be like if she learned to juggle penguins...
Off to see the Gnomes Tuesday October 15th, 2013 10:13:49 PM
The group makes camp in s semi sheltered area, though none too sure of the location. Emeralda asks if any have been to Brightnstone, but none have. Sam has only heard vague stories of the place, but is pretty sure it does exist. He is also sure that calling it a city is wholly inaccurate, for the tales he has heard of the magical mining community of gnomes hidden beneath the tears of the 4th Sister, leads him to believe it is not a large place
Darkness falls, and the nocturnal hunters of the Scab emerge to feast upon the unwary and ill prepared. Fortunately for the Grim Guard, no such creatures find their camp this night. Perhaps the lack of a fire prevented any from noticing the slumbering group
The rising sun crests the high eastern mountains and awakens the group with the assistance of a crisp layer of dew upon you all.
The party breaks camp and continues moving
Emeralda Everbrawl AC19/12/17, HP58/58 d20+9=16 ; Tuesday October 15th, 2013 10:58:59 PM
"We should probably make sure that we appoint different people to remain awake during different times of the night," Emeralda advises as she serves a cold breakfast made of the dried fruits, nuts and some spicy jerky from some of the rations she stocked up before leaving the Dwarven area of the Scab. "For instance, I wouldn't mind getting up a little early after getting about eight hours of uninterrupted sleep--I can pray for Domi to grant me magic in his name, help guard everyone else who may be resting AND actually cook a HOT breakfast instead of doling out granola and jerky."
OOC: NObody set watches??? Eeek! Emeralda has NO experience with this stuff, fellas! Y'all are gonna get her KILLED!!!
Oh...and her Cooking check is 16. The "cold" (as in "not benefiting from a fire") breakfast is nutritious and filling, but I bet just about everyone in the party would have preferred a nice hot meal...)
Karnas (L1-7 L2-5 L3- 4): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP18/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Wednesday October 16th, 2013 4:40:38 AM
OOC: I thought watches we somewhat of a given as well, I'll admit to being equally confused. I'll post again once more people have responded.
Off to see the Gnomes Wednesday October 16th, 2013 7:32:57 AM
DM Note: I don't like to ask for watches and thereby announce that an encounter is forth coming. The Forged Woldepedia could be a good place to set up a 'standard' in this regard and the page could be referenced
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Wednesday October 16th, 2013 12:07:52 PM
OOC :: The Oathbreaker will always take the first shift unless he's really hurt.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday October 16th, 2013 1:36:08 PM
OOC: Terser will do 2nd watch. Perception is +11
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 59/101 -- Mage Armor, Haste Wednesday October 16th, 2013 5:51:27 PM
Bruagh always likes 2nd shift and the front or rear of a formation. We used to have a set, standard for, ok every night when we sleep this is our watch. I guess that was a different DM and before we moved some players about.
Off to see the Gnomes Wednesday October 16th, 2013 9:48:41 PM
There has been a lot of party shifting recently. PCs left, two changed class and two new characters are now here Current watch. Keeping things simple, 8 hours of 'sleeping' Oathbreaker 1st watch Terser and Bruagh 2nd watch
The group breaks camp, enjoys a surprisingly good breakfast compliments of Emeralda, and following Terser's lead, continue for the 4th Sister. The day promises to be hot, which is pretty much like every other day in the Scab. The sun climbs and the heat and humidity climb with it. Another glorious day. The group makes good time, again with Warrd smiling upon them and allowing them to pass unnoticed through the mountains
It takes another three days for the group to reach the mountain home of the gnomes of Brightnstone and another two days of searching to find the dual waterfalls that is supposed to mark the entrance of the gnome settlement. The approach is a narrow and open section of rock, that slants steeply upward to split the waterfalls at about the midway point in their descent. Like a great ramp, it rises to a height of about 40' at nearly 15 degrees and is only 20' wide. You see no guard, wall or gate from your current position, which is about 300 yards from the start of the ramp. The approach to the ramp is also void of anything taller than a pebble.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday October 16th, 2013 10:55:52 PM
Will post when work slows down
Emeralda Everbrawl AC19/12/17, HP58/58 Thursday October 17th, 2013 12:45:23 AM
Emeralda is positively enthralled with the trip so far--"ooo, what's THAT???" and "what a GORgeous day!!!" are the two most often uttered sentences from the cleric of Domi as the party travels along.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday October 17th, 2013 3:01:49 AM
Although Sam's instinct is to take the lead, it is quickly trumped by Gargul's curse. The gnome who can speak almost any language now speaks none. The bard remains hidden amongst his Dwarven companions. Depression continues to wash over him in waves.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-5 L3- 4): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP18/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Thursday October 17th, 2013 3:11:13 AM
Karnas follows with the group as well, while Cark will flies over to Sam and attempts to make telepathic conversation with him.
"I know you don't want to use me to speak aloud, but the curse will not hold for very long. You'll get your voice back, and you should be looking forward to that day instead of brooding on what you lack today. No one in this group wants to see you depressed on the trip. I know you'll likely not be able to be happy, but at the least try to make the best of it? Use the time you can't speak to seek alternate ways of communication or expression?"
Emeralda Everbrawl AC19/12/17, HP58/58 Thursday October 17th, 2013 5:16:31 AM
Indeed--Sam often finds the young cleric of Domi looking at him with a tilted head and a pensive look.
As she serves him breakfast, Emeralda takes the opportunity to directly address the gnome:
"Are you sure there isn't anything I can do to help you with your...laryngitis? I've only been given the vaguest idea of the reason for your lack of voice...you made Gargul mad at you, or something...?" She shrugs. "I'm not a cleric of his temple--but I am a cleric...are you sure that I can't attempt some sort of interdiction on your behalf..?"
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 d20+15=19 ; Thursday October 17th, 2013 5:28:27 AM
Sam nods and forces a smile, but says nothing. (Bluff=19 on a +15 roll...yikes)
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday October 17th, 2013 5:38:24 AM
As the cleric of Domi offers Sam help with his "throat problem" he looks quite angry. Unable to fire a scathing retort, the gnome does something for the first time since cursed. Sam looks Emeralda in the eye, opens his mouth, and jets his golden tongue out at her. With his face red and shaking, he lets out a screeching yell as he points at his tongue. The gnome promptly puts his tongue in his mouth and stomps away.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Thursday October 17th, 2013 12:07:07 PM
The Oathbreaker lets out a sigh, looking over to Braugh. "Stormbringer, talk to the gnome. We need him if we are going to get anywhere in this place."
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 59/101 -- Mage Armor, Haste Thursday October 17th, 2013 6:18:11 PM
Bruagh gives a look to Edmerelda that begs for patience and understanding for his friend Sam.
The Dwarven Warrior puts his arm around Sam's shoulder and says nothin, knowing words will only bring the once glib bard to anger.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Thursday October 17th, 2013 6:52:48 PM
Seeing no reason to conceal themselves, as they are approaching peacefully, Terser volunteers to lead the way up the path, if Bruagh is bringing up the rear. He calmly tosses a gold coin up and down in the air, hoping to convey the impression that they are there for business.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC19/12/17, HP58/58 Thursday October 17th, 2013 7:06:50 PM
Emeralda is quite startled by the sight of Sam's tongue, doing naught but blinking, wide-eyed, as the bard stomps away. When Bruagh begs her understanding, the Dwarf lass bows her head.
"I would understand a LOT more if I knew what was going on," she pointed out the obvious, "However, it's now very clear to me that I am not worthy of Sam's trust in spite of my proven conduct in battle. I shall not offer my help to him on this matter, nor mention it again. I will be happy to listen to anyone else if they feel like actually telling me what's going on." The normally-chatty young lady gathers up her mess kit, wipes it clean and stows it away, then goes on to make sure all of her personal equipment is properly packed up before the group continues on its way.
"This looks like the way in..." Emeralda announced as the ramp revealed itself. "...shall we just walk up and try knocking on the door...?" The inexperienced Dwarf walked over to the ramp, carefully starting up the walkway...
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday October 17th, 2013 8:50:28 PM
Knowledge local (or whatever knowledge check is needed)= auto 21.
Does Sam know any helpful details regarding entering the gnome's settlement? Do they welcome guests or does he anticipate a problem?
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday October 17th, 2013 8:55:45 PM
Sam calms with Bruagh's familiar presence. He gestures towards Emeralda after she declares not knowing the story of Sam's affliction.
Off to see the Gnomes Thursday October 17th, 2013 10:59:45 PM
A small misunderstanding occurs as Emeralda offers Sam her assistance in curing him of the sentence handed down by Gargul. Bruagh is able to calm Sam and Emeralda again asks for more detail to on what happened.
Sam can think of nothing special about gaining entrance to the settlement. The gnomes of Brightnstone are are fairly private group as a whole.
Terser takes the lead and pulls a coin from his pocket, hoping to convey the groups intentions of their visit. Emeralda comes up right with him and the entire group heads up the ramp and to the entrance of Brightnstone. As you ascend the ramp the sounds of the pouring waterfall drowns out all but shouting. It is not until you are nearly at the top that you can see the gates. They are recessed into the mountainside about 15' and are themselves 15' wide. The gates themselves appear to be a combination of granite and iron, bound in oak as its frame. Standing at a small podium dressed in a bright canary yellow tunic, with deep red pants, thigh high black boots and a lime green hat with a great white feather, is a gnome. His face is clean shaven, he wears a multitude of rings, an earring, and has a necklace of pearls. He holds a quill and a pleasant expression.
"Welcome to the gates of Brightnstone master dwarves. I am required to record your names, your purpose of visit, your affiliations and clan allegiance, how long you request to stay, your origination point, if you are carrying any foreign animals plants or fruits, your armaments and how you came to hear of our fair halls." His voice is pleasant and carries a delightful meter to it that conveys to you that he is truly interested in everything he has asked and what you may have to say.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday October 18th, 2013 1:16:02 AM
Sam waits to follow Bruagh's lead.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-5 L3- 4): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP18/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Friday October 18th, 2013 5:42:59 AM
Karnas shrugs at the gate guard. "I'm Karnas, a Apprentice of the Sage's guild, Here with this group in search of means to stop a couple necromancers that have caused us a world of problems. We shouldn't be here long. My Familiar is unique and might classify under something foreign, and I'm a sorcerer." Cark, during the conversation was sitting on Karnas's shoulder looking directly at the guard as her long tail wagged slowly behind Karnas's back. "And I'm damn proud of being unique. And either both of us go in or neither of us do."
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Friday October 18th, 2013 3:44:13 PM
While he isn't much one for talking, the cloaked dwarf will edge closer to Esmerelda. "Apologies, lady Esmerelda. We are not a group that is known for our... friendliness. During our last outing, we were called before Gargul and Domi after reviving one of our allies. As punishment for disrespecting the God of Death, many of us were given... curses, for lack of a better word." He gestures to his own knee, which pains him with every step.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday October 18th, 2013 4:25:55 PM
Sam pulls out paper and neatly scribes the required information. He then steps forward and hands the paper to the gnome. He nods to the gnome and takes his place in the middle of the group.
Sam Snapdragon McFisticuff I am a scribe and interpreter of DrakesMeade Aside from DrakesMeade the only allegiance to a "clan" is the group of dwarves that you see before you We are here to purchase Figmatus Residue to save friend who was taken by necromancers We would stay only long enough to acquire what we need No foreign foods or animals with me I carry a crossbow I came to hear of this place from my travels as a bard
(Sam is wearing his DrakesMeade courtier's outfit with appropriate jewelry for positive NPC reactions. The outfit has patches with DrakesMeade's crest and his position. Also, he wears the medal the group earned for retaking Drakesmeade. His belt of dwarvenkind gives him +2 reactions from gnomes.)
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Friday October 18th, 2013 5:16:30 PM Terser, furious warrior, bearer of the Wyvern's Bane Glaive (until I can come up with a better name, that is). Also, a knife. No affiliation aside from my companions here, and no curious animals or fruits, though my ceremonial carved holly twig may be considered exotic. I believe Sam communicated the rest of the information you need. I intend to make a fair trade for the residue we wish to purchase.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday October 18th, 2013 5:46:20 PM
While at the gnome settlement, Sam will keep his eyes open for any face that might jog his memory of his past.
The gates of Brightnstone Saturday October 19th, 2013 1:34:23 PM
The gnome nods and dutifully writes everything that is presented to him in response to his questions. He has a form within the ledger upon the podium and each person gets a few pages with plenty of 'Official Information only below this line' sections. He gives a smile to Cark and enters additional information into the ledger. With a smile, the gnome at the gates has many follow up questions for Karnak as to the nature of his magical gifts with regards to both capacity and capability. Sam receives a brief narrowing of the eyes from the gnome as he hands him the paper upon which he wrote everything down. But he copies the information into the ledger dutifully
In all, the process takes about 3 hours. Finally complete, the gnome closes the ledger and puts it away in a beautiful hard leather case and snaps a small silver locket on it to secure it. The case is connected with a long wide strap and the gnome puts it across one shoulder. Smiling, he nods to the party, "Thank you for your cooperation. I will submit your information and request and you may expect a response within the next few days. Please set up your camp at the base of the ramp. Good day master dwarves."
He stays where he is, waiting for the group to withdraw down the ramp.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Saturday October 19th, 2013 4:37:09 PM "What?" the Oathbreaker barks out. "We have to wait?"
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Saturday October 19th, 2013 7:15:12 PM
Sam shakes his head in disgust and heads down the ramp.
"The dwarves can fight this one out. Maybe I'll have to sneak in later tonight."
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Sunday October 20th, 2013 1:52:56 PM
Emeralda is bemused.
"Wow...I didn't realized that gnome society is so...regimented," she commented, then turned to the others. "So...any requests for dinner..? I have the makings for a fine pot of spicy stew..."
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Sunday October 20th, 2013 2:32:35 PM I know you have your ways, but don't debate for too long. Lives may hang in the balance of us completing our business here.
To Emerelda, Terser indicates that the more spice, the better.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Sunday October 20th, 2013 11:06:13 PM
Bruagh considers arguing but decides it is better to get in late than not at all.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Monday October 21st, 2013 1:09:02 PM
OOC: Bruagh's posting header is still showing his former injured and enchanted state. He should have full hit points and not be enchanted by now, since it's days after the battle...
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Monday October 21st, 2013 3:44:14 PM OOC: Thanks. Call it inattention or posting from a mobile phone way to often. Either way, thanks for the heads up and my apologies.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Monday October 21st, 2013 6:07:49 PM
Mmmmm, stew.
ooc: check
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Monday October 21st, 2013 7:19:09 PM
Karnas shrugs. "So i'll have a couple days to catch up on crafting, i'm fine with that"
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Monday October 21st, 2013 8:44:34 PM
"So...who's going to get the wood for the fire..?" the Dwarf lass asks brightly as she moves to the end of the ramp, casting about to see the likeliest place to set up the cookfire. After she finds it, she shrugs off her backpack and digs into it, producing her large gourmet cooking kit, from which she assembles the cauldron on its tripod.
"Water first, of course!" Emeralda chimes with a smile, using the contents of one of her waterskins. She looks around, her eyes falling upon the silent Sam. "Here--please do me a favor and fill that back up with water..? I have some jerky I need to chop..." Without waiting to see the gnome's reaction, Emeralda more or less pushes the empty waterskin into his hands and then turns to tend to preparing the meat that is soon to be stewed, humming as she bent to her task.
Near The gates of Brightnstone Monday October 21st, 2013 9:04:26 PM
The gnome acknowledges Terser with a polite nod, "I will convey your urgency master Terser."
Sam contemplates a possible visit by stealth later, but as he looks at the wall to wall floor to ceiling 15' square gate of wood, rock and iron, how to get in unseen does not present itself.
The group pulls back and sets up camp and begins the process of waiting on an answer to their petition to enter Brightnstone
The day passes peacefully and the night settles onto the land
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Monday October 21st, 2013 9:44:11 PM
The masked dwarf breathes loudly at the gnome, following his companions in furious silence.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday October 21st, 2013 11:51:38 PM
Sam, obviously annoyed with the new cleric, tosses his bag and crossbow down and grabs up the waterskin. Before he leaves, with a crossbow bolt, he carves the words "not the group waterBOY" into the ground. He stomps off in search of the water.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) d20+11=12 ; Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 12:24:24 AM
Terser tries to make himself comfortable, and after he eats, settles down in an area smoothed of rocks and debris to nap until his watch begins at midnight.
nat 1 perception for my watch.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 4:24:41 AM
IF Sam makes it back to camp with water, he will set up his bedroll for the night and go to sleep. As usual, he'll not take a watch.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 d20+14=23 ; Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 10:40:59 AM
Perception for watch: 23
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 1:27:36 PM
Bruagh will take the time to answer any questions Esmerelda has about the Grim guard and apologize for the gruffness of some members. He will also take second watch per the norm.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 d20+6=19 Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 3:01:09 PM OOC: by the way, I considered Emeralda as "taking 20" in producing this batch of stew, as there wasn't anything that was in the area which appeared to be pressing the group for time. I trust the DM will let me know if Emeralda needs to roll for the outcome of her stew anyway.
The cheerful cleric of Domi mentally notes that Sam is still persisting in feeling sorry for himself and does nothing but thank him very much for his helpfulness in assisting to make sure that the entire group has a nice hot meal. When the stew is ready to be served, she asks Sam for his mess kit that she may give him the first bowl of stew from the pot. If he has no mess kit, she will use her own and serve him the bowl of stew. Then she will make sure that everyone else has stew to eat before taking some for herself...especially if she has to wait until she gets her own bowl back from Sam.
During the meal, Emeralda continues her habit of chatting away, especially since Bruagh seems so amenable to conversing with her.
"I am hoping to understand all of you more," the Dwarf lass readily admits, "I was a kitchen servant from the time I could walk until I reached my majority, and then I received my calling from Domi, so I went from the kitchen to the Temple without having any real chance at getting to truly talk to people. I have missed so much about how the Wold works and our peoples' place in it. I need to know about what happened to you all so that I can best help out." She sighs.
"And I'm hoping to bring the word of Domi by trial through battle," Emeralda added, "It was SOOOO exciting that night at the Festival...even if it was over far too soon..."
After the meal, Emeralda makes sure to wash out the empty cauldron and, recalling how the undead had tried to get the drop on the group before, casts Consecrate on the area of the camp before setting up her place to sleep. Her anticipated watch will start before dawn, after she's rested and will be up to pray for new spells for the day. OOC: Rolled 19 Perception for her watch.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 6:38:18 PM
After having some time to think, Sam returns in a slightly more neutral mood. He nods as he gives Emeralda the water and accepts the meal with a smile. After eating, Sam goes to his backpack and removes a small wooden box. He walks over to the cleric and presents it to her. Inside she sees that it is filled with homemade taffy. He offers the entire gift to her along with a handshake.
Ooc-box of taffy is a GG Christmas prize
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' d100=10 ; Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 9:42:23 PM
Karnas would have spent the day within his crafting realm, coming out for dinner and the eventual rest, getting another day's work in on the ring.
OOC: Rolled a 10 or below, so there's a fey encounter in the crafting realm that may or may not do something to the ring that may or may not be helpful.
Near The gates of Brightnstone Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 10:26:13 PM
At camp, Sam keeps his temper when Emeralda hands him a skin for water. The river from the twin falls is within 100' and it is simple enough to fill the skin in the icy swift river. Upon his return, Sam makes the offer of a gift to the groups new Domi cleric. Karnas takes out his Stylus made from the Ishgara Tree, and after drawing a portal upon the stone, steps into the realm of the fey to work on his crafting. While he works, the forge flares to life on its own and peeking out is a slender head with the features of an elf, yet far more pronounced. Even as Karnas registers what it is he is looking at, the creature leaps out and scampers up on top of the table. It stands at perhaps, 8 inches tall and appears to be made entirely of flame, similar to a tiny fire elemental. It looks with woder and curiosity at the ring upon the table before Karnas.
Meanwhile in the really real Wold, the night passes without incident, and soon enough, another day dawns. The meal prepared the former kitchen maid is quite tasty, though fire is hard to come by as wood supplies are quite shy on the open terrain. The scrub brush can indeed burn, but cannot obtain the temperatures for long term cooking and so she improvises
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 10:48:33 PM
Karnas looks with interest at the elemental as it hops from the forge to the table. He remain working, but would slow down a bit to converse with his new guest. "Hello there being of fire, welcome to my little workstation. How are you? I'm just working on a little gift for a friend of mine, to keep her from danger and me from her mother's vengeance if I let her come to serious harm."
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Wednesday October 23rd, 2013 12:08:51 AM "Who wants to go and ask the gnome if we are allowed in yet?"
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday October 23rd, 2013 4:33:58 PM If I know their type, they won't count it in our favor if we rush their bureaucracy. We can wait out here another day or so, and have a bath in the stream perhaps, to present a better face to our hosts.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Wednesday October 23rd, 2013 4:57:29 PM
Bruagh enjoys them meal and even takes Terser's advice in taking a bath. His patience are wearing thin knowing that Tahni is in trouble and they are doing nothing, but he keeps his emotions in check as best he can.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday October 23rd, 2013 7:12:35 PM
Sam quietly sorts his options.
1.-invisible stealth 2.-mind control and enter 3.-sit and wait
Option 3 it is. The gnome hums a dwarven ballad throughout the day to keep spirits high.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Wednesday October 23rd, 2013 11:29:10 PM
"Why, thank you very much, Sam!" Emeralda's smile lit her face as she accepted the box from the gnome. "I'm glad to see that you're in a forgiving sort of mood." She put the box to one side as she assessed the state of getting more cooking fuel.
"We're mighty scarce on deadwood," she acknowledged the obvious, "So the next best thing is have somebody skilled in survival poke around the terrain for...um...dried scat." She shrugged. "Believe it or not, it makes a very efficient fuel...as long as it's completely dry."
Near The gates of Brightnstone Thursday October 24th, 2013 7:30:32 AM
Taggart mentions heading up to the gates to see if the group can come in and Terser cautions not rushing the gnomes. Sam thinks about his options of penetrating the settlement, but decides patience will be his course for now. Emeralda sets herself to solving the fuel issue, dried scat. It can be found and in poking about it is also discovered that the Grim Guard is certainly not the first group to set up camp here. Evidence is found here and there that small groups have set up upon the rock quiet often. There are no signs of what one might think of as recent activity, say within 60 days.
Karnas cordially greets the creature that has stepped from his forge and continues to ply his magical craft to the ring. The creature moves to get a better look what the dwarf is doing, but says nothing. The fire dancing about its body is subdued and low as if the embers of a long sitting fire.
The day passes and night falls again, which in turn passes peacefully and awakens to a new day.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) d20+10=27 ; Thursday October 24th, 2013 10:53:05 AM Perhaps I'll find some fresh meat along with our alternative fuel source. And I don't mind helping with the cooking as well. I seem to be finding out all sorts of new things about myself since my reincarnation.
Survival 27
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Thursday October 24th, 2013 9:21:03 PM
Pi am sick. No post.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Thursday October 24th, 2013 11:06:23 PM
"Why, thank you, Terser," the Dwarf lass says with a smile, "Any help with the meals is always appreciated!" Emeralda turned her attention back to her supplies on hand: the cooking kit came with the basic spices, but it would be up to her to be able to make the supply of trail rations more palatable--fresh food would go a LONG way to doing that...
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday October 25th, 2013 2:57:37 AM
Sam passes the time by thinking about his situation.
"When will Gargul lift these curses? We've done so much for him and are about to further his cause again..."
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Friday October 25th, 2013 5:49:48 AM
Karnas keeps crafting within the realm. If the elemental wanted to watch he could go ahead.
Near The gates of Brightnstone Friday October 25th, 2013 8:56:46 AM
Terser moves about the area and is able to discover several things, even on the rather barren rock. The area has definitely been camped in by multiple other groups, likely wagoner caravans from the evidence he finds. There are no signs of violence anywhere and he also discovers a family of fox, quail and rabbits, as well as evidence that goats make their way to the river now and again. At another time of year, the river may even be a spawning ground for fish, but for now it is free of them and only will be providing water for the group
Karnas continues to work and the fire creature continues to watch. When he feels the need to withdraw from the fey forge the creature of fire stays right on the table.....
Around midday, a pigeon lands in the camp with a note attached to its leg. ''The petition to enter Brightnstone has been granted to the Dwarven group of Drakensmeade and clan Ironbane. "
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Friday October 25th, 2013 12:29:34 PM Hmm. No reason to sleep outside for another day if we've been allowed entrance. It may be too late to consider this, but do we have anything as an entry gift? Would a brace of quail be appreciated by a settlement of gnomes, Sam? I'm afraid I don't know too much of your race.
Unless someone offers a better suggestion, Terser puts together the extra cleaned and prepped quail as a gift to their soon to be hosts. He stores the feathers in his bag in case they may be of some use.
Near The gates of Brightnstone Friday October 25th, 2013 2:31:23 PM
OOC DM Post will come later on Sunday.......
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 (David Feest Posting) Friday October 25th, 2013 4:57:11 PM
Bruagh repacks his kit and shoulders his pack. Waiting time is over and now it is time to get inside and see what can be seen. He shrug's at the question of a gift. They had been allowed passage It was time to go. He starts the walk up the ramp to the gate. Weapons sheathed, shield slung and fresh washed face ready to greet their Gnomish hosts.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Friday October 25th, 2013 9:09:36 PM "We are about to purchase something that is likely rather expensive from them. That is gift enough." The masked dwarf's rage is thinly veiled as he stomps along up to the gate with his allies.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Friday October 25th, 2013 11:19:25 PM That isn't quite how associations with merchants works. A gift may smooth the way, and something as simple as this which costs us nothing may gain us a great deal of goodwill.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Friday October 25th, 2013 11:28:53 PM
"How about some of this taffy...?" Emeralda asks, holding up the box Sam had given her. "I was saving it for dessert, but if you think the group can benefit from using it as a gift, Terser, then it's likely wisest to use it that way..."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday October 25th, 2013 11:41:16 PM
Sam frowns at Emeralda's suggestion, but hides his disapproval as best he can. If only the gnome could speak. This transaction would go so much smoother than it will be when handled by the battle-hardened dwarves.
"Here we go."
Sam hides himself within the Grim Gaurd as they enter the the gnome settlement.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Sunday October 27th, 2013 5:56:19 PM
Karnas ducks out of the crating realm when finished, bringing his supplies and such back out as per normal. Cark,waiting outside perks up as she sees him. "We've been allowed in." Karnas nods, and heads with the group into the gnome city
Inside the gates of Brightnstone Monday October 28th, 2013 9:20:06 AM
The camp is broken down and the the group heads up the ramp to the gates of Brightnstone. On the way, the idea of presenting a gift of goodwill is broached and discussed. A brace of rabbit or quail perhaps suggests Terser. Emeralda considers aloud the taffy presented to her as a gift from Sam. Regifting being something the gnome bard is not in favor of. He is also leery of the dwarves being the forefront of the next few days. Taggarts attitude that the gnomes should be grateful someone has arrived to purchase something from them as gift enough helps deepen that opinion. Sam makes himself as small as he can within the company.
The gates are closed as they come into view. When the group arrives within 15' there is a deep groaning of stone and sliding metal from just inside as massive braces are moved from their place. The process takes nearly a minute. The right side gate then swings open towards you to allow a single medium sized creature to slide through sideways. Light, as bright as day, streams through the opening from within stinging your eyes briefly as you slip in.
You stand in a good sized hall just beyond the 3 foot thick doors. The floor has a tile overlay of shades of blue. The width is about 12, with an arching ceiling to a pinnacle of 30 and the length is nearly 40 by rough estimation. At the end is another impressive gate of stone and ore in a wooden frame. About the hall are wash basins, tables, chairs, and even bunks and fire pits. In the center of the hall is a great chandelier and single source of the room's illumination.
Standing a respectful 15' from you is a pair of gnomes. One dressed similar to the first gnome the party met just outside. He holds a book open in one hand and a quill in the other. The second gnome is dressed in a wool shirt of grey with a black leather vest, tanned cloth pants, and soft boots. His beard is neatly trimmed and he has no moustache or hat. His hands are clasped neatly behind him and stands as if a soldier at ease. The man with the book steps forward and hands the book and quill to an unseen being, which brings the book to the party facing the group.
"Welcome master dwarves of Drakensmeade and clan Ironbane." speaks the gnome who was holding the book moments ago. "Before you is the accepted and expected code of conduct. Upon completing it, please sign as an indication of your understanding. If you have any questions, there is a bell in the east wall. Food water and additional supplies are available for purchase during your stay in the hall if you wish or you may source your own, listing are on the tables. When you are finished reviewing the accepted and expected code of conduct, place the book in the alcove of the western wall. Your cooperation is expected and appreciated. Are there any questions to this point?"
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Monday October 28th, 2013 12:59:01 PM
Terser reads through the items, making note of anything that seems strange or out of place that he should discuss with the rest of the group.
Have you an official quartermaster or liaison? I bring a gift of the bounty of the wilds for your gracing us with entry into your fine halls. Other than that, we only need to know who is in charge of the sale of the residue that we seek.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday October 28th, 2013 3:06:31 PM
Sam follows along as Terser begins the search for the residue. He eyes the wares in the market as the dwarven warrior questions gnomes.
ooc-Does this market give me Catacombs access? I'd like to sell my crossbow setup for a short spear.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 (David Feest Posting) Monday October 28th, 2013 4:23:31 PM " Is that code written in the common tongue so that we can all read it? If not can we have a translation so that there are no misunderstandings?" Bruagh keeps his voice even. The delay is grating on his nerves but he knows honey will do him more good than vinegar here and so he does not let it show. If the code is in common he will read it and if nothing jumps out at him as against his grain he will sign it.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Monday October 28th, 2013 5:02:11 PM
The Oathbreaker will wait for a few others to sign it before doing so himself.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday October 28th, 2013 5:30:10 PM
Sam reads the rules before signing.
(Forgot about that part)
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Monday October 28th, 2013 6:37:20 PM OOC: Why am I suddenly seeing Sam as one part of a dwarf/gnome Centipede...? ;D
Emeralda, too, makes it a point to read the rules--it was only wise to try to make sure that a person new about local rules and customs if you were visiting their city...
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday October 28th, 2013 7:57:50 PM
Sam tries to remember any horror stories of unfortunate souls who have broken rules at this settlement. (Knowledge: local=21)
Ooc-Not going to lie. The gnome-dwarven centipede...I'm kind of disturbed.
With that being said, Sam does have a very cool belt of dwarvenkind. He might seem kind of "dwarfy" for being a gnome.
Inside the gates of Brightnstone Monday October 28th, 2013 9:09:08 PM
Terser takes the book and quickly notes 3 very important things, it is in common, it is a lengthy read and there are small ribbons denoting a section for each of them. Each person's section Is about 50 pages of tight neat penmanship with a signatory line for his or her name specifically. As Terser reads the section entitled with his name, he notes there are specifics in the wording that would not pertain to the others. With specific weapons are listed, the ability to increase his strength and other such things. At the base, it seems to be normal stuff, but the wording is very deliberate and very much spelled out and will take a couple hours for each person to truly read.
Assuming the group is going to actually read the document, the two gnomes leave. They do answer Terser before leaving, "upon signing the code of conduct, you will be granted access to Brightnstone and will be freely able to seek what trade of purchase has brought you. "
The book covers what might be considered normal in any settlement, no fighting, spell casting, coercion and various criminal activities. Again it is just extremely specific to each character. The thing that stands out is about magic and that at no time without expressed and authorized written permission is any character allowed to cast any spell or activate any item that duplicates any magical affect known or otherwise, including potions, personal spells and magic objects that do not require activation to bestow an affect upon the wearer.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Monday October 28th, 2013 11:00:27 PM
Karnas would read his portion of the book, attempting to get through it fairly quickly, and finding the contradictions fairly amusing, as he looks to Sam. "Is it fairly normal for the gnome's you've known to make rules with contradictions in them? Seems like requiring that no one activate persistent magic items is redundant given they are very likely already active. Do they mean they want us to remove any persistent items.?" Regardless, he'll sign the book contradictions and all.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Tuesday October 29th, 2013 2:24:49 AM
Emeralda's eyes widened as she read the passage specifically written for her.
"What?" she gasped. "I may not heal someone if they need healing? Nor consult with Domi through the use of the magic he grants???"
She clearly looked unhappy with this.
"How are we supposed to obtain permission and from whom is this permission to be granted..?" the young cleric of Domi asked out loud.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Tuesday October 29th, 2013 10:37:15 AM "Hopefully we will not be here long enough to deal with any of this," the masked dwarf growls. "Let's just buy what we have come for and get out."
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Tuesday October 29th, 2013 12:06:53 PM We'll just have to take care not to get hurt. I'm sure our hosts will take good care of us. Though we should clarify that point, I don't intend to remove my belt, though I am willing to peace tie my weapon. That should satisfy these rules of theirs.
Terser looks for some way to call back the greeters once everyone has read so they can ask their questions before signing.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 (David Feest Posting) Tuesday October 29th, 2013 7:03:57 PM
Bruagh reads his section. Other than not killing others, not doing anything normally considered evil he has no restrictions. All of the magical gear he wears is "always on"and so cannot be activated. He signs his name and is prepared to enter the city.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Tuesday October 29th, 2013 7:53:54 PM
Emeralda is clearly less-than-thrilled at the rules restrictions, but--since all the group IS there for is that ingredient--she yields to the majority opinion and signs her section of the book.
"And no blessings..!" she mourned with a sigh. "I may not test possible converts by giving out Blessings of Domi...oh, the waste of it all...!"
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Tuesday October 29th, 2013 10:18:54 PM
Checking in... I am back... and thanks to David F for posting for me while I was getting poked and prodded by the docs.
The Settlement of Brightnstone Tuesday October 29th, 2013 10:35:23 PM
Karnas reads through his section as does everyone else and once he digests the meaning of the nearly 25 pages of legal description of precisely what can and cannot be done with regards to magic and magic items, he is convinced that there is no contradiction in the text, but that in fact the gnomes expect the party to remove and store all magic items.
Emeralda wonders aloud whom they might speak with about acquiring permission on casting spells and wearing magic items, there is no answer
Terser remembers the bell in the eastern wall was mentioned by the gnome to be used if the group had questions. The magic items seemed to fit that bill along with Emeralda's question. Shortly after The bell chimes, the plain clothes gnome arrives from the doors in which the party entered the hall.
"Yes master dwarves, a question or clarification I can assist you with?"
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday October 30th, 2013 1:06:36 AM
Sam gets the "idea" of the rules. His focus...Tahni. Confident in the Grim Guard's ability to adapt, Sam signs the book without posing a question.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Wednesday October 30th, 2013 5:50:11 AM
Karnas shrugs at the rules. Removing his items wouldn't be so bad, he was still a formidable caster even without them.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday October 30th, 2013 12:08:10 PM I suppose everything is in order. Where may we store our things? Or should we leave one of our party here to keep them while we conduct our business? Perhaps Emerelda would like to stay out where she can commune with Domi at will.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Wednesday October 30th, 2013 10:39:01 PM
If any person decides not to enter, Bruagh will stay with them. He will not leave anyone alone.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Wednesday October 30th, 2013 10:51:13 PM
"Please, sir," Emeralda piped up, "I take it from your legal forms that I may not heal someone if they need healing? Nor consult with Domi through the use of the magic he grants...unless we get permission to do so beforehand. How are we supposed to obtain permission and from whom is this permission to be granted..?" She looked quite earnestly at the bureaucrat in front of her.
"I'm going to miss not being able to dispense blessings of Domi..." the brunette sighed, unconsciously cracking her knuckles.
The Settlement of Brightnstone Thursday October 31st, 2013 1:05:11 AM
The gnome smiles politely at Emeralda, a litany that she surmises he has heard before. "After you have signed, you will want to petition the Department of Divinational Disciplines. They are wholly prepared to to engage you at any level and meet your particular needs to the limits of Brightnstone law while within the settlement. As to magical items and other such pieces of your wardrobe, Your armor may be left on, but any removal stowable equipment such as rings, belts, gloves, boots, cloaks and the like should be stowed in a bag, sack or other portable compartment. You may rectify this by obtaining a writ of wearable authorization from the Enhanced Equipment Guild, If you seek permission of magical use in granted through capabilities not attributed to faith and devotion to a Power or divine being, than you will want to make an appointment with the Appellate of Arcane Articulation."
The gnome takes the book and briefly leafs through it for everyone's signature. Finding all in order, he whistles twice. "The interior doors will open shortly. Thank you and enjoy your stay" With that, he turns he departs the hall how he came, which is back through the front gates.
Upon his exit with the book, the front gates close and the inner gates open. The party finds the area beyond far less bright, with lanterns hung from various posts. The settlement has been built into the outer walls of a sizable cavern. Ahead of you some 200' is what appears to be 2 large three story inns with outer barns for wagons and steeds. beyond them to the left and right are other buildings of varying size. Two of them with predominant signs, one of an open book, the other with an altar and candle.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday October 31st, 2013 8:25:18 AM
Sam examines both signs. (Knowledge:whatever=21 or 22 if arcana)
If he has no idea of where to go, he'll follow Bruagh's lead as always.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Thursday October 31st, 2013 11:53:30 AM I don't think we'll be here long enough to worry about applying to wear our items. We appreciate your hospitality, but have matters of grave import to attend to. Can you direct us to the merchant who is in charge of the residue?
Terser stores his belt, headband, amulet, cloak, and ring in his bag for the duration of his stay.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Thursday October 31st, 2013 2:17:11 PM
The Oathbreaker's head swims as the gnome babbles on about what's going on in the settlement. He leaves this up to the more verbose and intelligent members of the group.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Friday November 1st, 2013 12:14:40 AM OOC: Dang it! I was busy with a Halloween party and got home too late. Sigh.
Emeralda shakes her head to clear it of the fuzziness that invaded right after the helpful gnome said "After..." She, too, is happy to let someone else lead the way to where the group needs to go.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Friday November 1st, 2013 5:55:26 AM
Karnas nods and puts all of his magical items in his backpack, then heads with the group inside
The Settlement of Brightnstone Friday November 1st, 2013 2:56:57 PM
The group complies with the gnomes instructions and removes non armor magic items and stows them in various sacks and bags. Nodding to Terser his understanding of the question, the gnome points towards the two Inns. "You will want to acquire quarters. I will send a the appropriate personnel to begin processing your request." He smiles and dips his head, "Anything else master dwarves?"
Sam is pretty sure the sign of the Book indicates the Appellate of Arcane Articulation and the sign with the altar is where the Department of Divinational Disciplines can be found.
The group is able to book several comfortable rooms at either inn and find that they are currently the only guests in Brightnstone. Each 2 room suite has a private bath and sleeps 4 comfortably in individual full sized beds. Rooms come with 2 meals and 2 drinks at the cost of 5gp/night
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday November 1st, 2013 8:58:52 PM
Without saying a word (obviously), Sam heads towards the Appellate of Arcane Articulation.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Friday November 1st, 2013 10:40:57 PM
Bruagh follows after Sam.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Saturday November 2nd, 2013 11:19:45 AM
ooc: what time of day is it? I don't think we want to stay - just buy our stuffs and jet, though this is seeming unlikely.
Terser heads off to the merchant's district, wishing to conduct his business sooner rather than later. Despite growing up around people who are set in their ways, the gnomes' regulations are more bother than they are worth, and the sooner they can accomplish their task and leave, the better.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Saturday November 2nd, 2013 1:18:12 PM
The Oathbreaker storms out of his room, standing before the group before they leave and yelling, "What in blazes are we doing getting rooms? We need to buy this stuff and leave, before our luck catches up with us. I would rather stay outside this place with our magic than in here without it. Why are we buying up room at the inn if we are just here to buy something?" The masked dwarf lets out a huff, clearly in a terrible mood.
"If our enemies find out we are here, they will not hesitate to strike. They have the ability to teleport - what is stopping them from popping in here and storming this place? Or appearing in the middle of it and wreaking havoc? I doubt necromancers will care about some silly gnomish law... No offense meant," he grumbles, looking sideways at Sam.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Saturday November 2nd, 2013 4:43:03 PM
Sam stops at Taggart's remark and whips out a sheet of paper. The bard quickly scribbles a message and hands it to the Dwarf. He then continues on.
The paper reads:If you know of a "magical residue shop" let us know. Otherwise, we're going to have to ask around.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Sunday November 3rd, 2013 10:19:33 PM
Bruagh will try to speak on Sams behalf should the need arise.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Sunday November 3rd, 2013 10:31:11 PM
Karnas shrugs. "Well, I'm not good at gathering information. I could send Cark with you guys to see if her telepathy might help, but perhaps I'll just go find a room and finally finish the items I've been working on. I'd like to get it done already."
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Monday November 4th, 2013 5:06:47 AM
"Master Taggart has a bit of a point there," Emeralda agreed, "Now that we are inside the city, it seems odd that we'd need to remain for any longer than necessary to get that ingredient and then we can go. How about we try finding the shop first and then see if we'll be needing to rent out rooms..? That sounds like it's a wiser way to do this..." She blinked, looking around expectantly.
The Settlement of Brightnstone Monday November 4th, 2013 12:22:44 PM
It is an hour or two before sunset, reading through the book took each of you about 90 minutes.
Looking about the cavern in which you stand you can see 2 Inns and 2 other buildings with markings on them in the form of signs. The Book indicates the Appellate of Arcane Articulation and the sign with the altar is where the Department of Divinational Disciplines can be found. What you do not see or hear is anything resembling a merchant building let alone a district. Aside from a gnome leaning against the door jab of each Inn, there is no one in sight. The cavern extends further back into the mountain at least 300 yards with small unobtrusive buildings built into the walls along either side. Some at ground level and some above.
Moving down the chamber, the rest of the group spies one other building with a sign, this one is in plain common 'Enhanced Equipment Guild'.
Sam heads to the Appellate of Arcane Articulation with Bruagh right beside him. He finds the door unlocked and as he touches it to knock or open it, the door swings freely inward to reveal a small cozy room with a desk, 2 chairs, a full bookshelf a lit lantern and single door exit. As you enter a disembodied voice says in a pleasant tone. "Please be seated and sign in on the ledger. The Honorable Glipstien Archanmecha Phildist of the Second Clove will be with you in approximately 30 minutes. Thank you"
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday November 4th, 2013 1:39:44 PM
Sam signs his name on the ledger. He never strays more than a few feet from Bruagh.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Monday November 4th, 2013 4:00:10 PM
Bruagh signs the ledger and takes a seat waiting... Some what patiently.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Monday November 4th, 2013 5:13:34 PM
Terser asks the gnome running the inn who he should speak with regarding his planned purchase.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Tuesday November 5th, 2013 4:13:57 AM
Karnas follows terser to the inn, letting him handle it for the moment
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Tuesday November 5th, 2013 6:32:37 AM
"Thirty minutes..?" Emeralda echoed, stunned. She reached and scribbled her own name in the book.
"Perhaps there was merit in finding rooms at the inn, after all..." she mused.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Tuesday November 5th, 2013 10:02:18 AM
The Oathbreaker grows bored and begins shadow-boxing.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Tuesday November 5th, 2013 4:18:25 PM OOC: Czech
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Tuesday November 5th, 2013 8:45:12 PM
Check
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday November 6th, 2013 12:54:37 AM
check, i suppose
The Settlement of Brightnstone Wednesday November 6th, 2013 8:55:46 AM
Sam and Bruagh sign the ledger and have a seat.
Terser asks the gnome at the Inn about the purchase of the residue. The gnome wrinkles his nose and looks at his curiously. "Residue?" he inquires not seeming to follow at first, but then the spark of recognition alights in his eye. "Ahh, you must mean the Figmatous Residue and that is a controlled substance master dwarf. I'm pretty surprised you even know of its existence honestly." The gnome pulls at his tightly trimmed beard for a moment, thinking on how he might be of help. In a minute or two he seems to have formulated his thoughts and relays them, "You will almost certainly need to speak to and obtain permission from Head Master Vasphour of the Deep Mine Umbra . Your best odds at getting on his docket, is to go through the Advanced Equipment Guild. Deep Mine Umbra makes purchases through the Advanced Equipment Guild quite often." he smiles and nods and continues, "The Advanced Equipment Guild would be closed the night however and so might I recommend a suite room or two for your party?"
The Honorable Glipstien Archanmecha Phildist of the Second Clove appears through the rear door and has a seat behind the desk. He looks over the ledger that both Sam and Bruagh signed, transcribes the names to another book taken from under the desk in a drawer along with a few other notes he adds. Closing the second book, he returns it to the drawer in the desk and fetches another book from the case behind him, opening it to a predetermined spot that was marked with a violet ribbon. It is at this point he looks up and engages the pair of. "Yes master McFistacuff and master Terser, what petition brings you to us today?"
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Wednesday November 6th, 2013 3:06:04 PM
Emeralda suppressed a sigh. These gnomes surely had a love of paperwork that boggled the mind.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday November 6th, 2013 3:47:04 PM
Terser signs up for the necessary interview, then finally acquiesces to the need for a room.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday November 6th, 2013 7:44:42 PM
Sam waits for Bruagh to do the talking. The gnome has writing paper ready in case he should need to interject.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Wednesday November 6th, 2013 9:30:41 PM
"Will you please set up those meetings for us." Bruagh borders on losing his patience. He then prepares to find a room for the night not wanting to mess up their one shot.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday November 6th, 2013 10:17:03 PM
Ooc-I thought Bruagh and Sam were at the Appellate of Arcane Articulation and not at some inn. Am I mistaken?
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Thursday November 7th, 2013 5:07:11 AM
OOC: I think i'm confused too. Sam and Braugh are in a different area asking about the residue , and terser is getting a room and asking the innkeeper where to find the residue. They aren't in similar locations.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Thursday November 7th, 2013 7:47:01 AM
OOC: color me confused, too...
The Settlement of Brightnstone Thursday November 7th, 2013 9:51:54 AM
Clarifications: I hope
Sam and Bruagh are at the Appellate of Arcane Articulation and not at some inn. They are speaking with The Honorable Glipstien Archanmecha Phildist of the Second Clove who is wondering why they are there
Everyone else is at an Inn. Terser, at the Inn, is speaking to a gnome. assumed to be the owner about the residue. He has been told it is a controlled substance and Tersers best chance is to speak with the Enhanced Equipment Guild about being able to speak with the Head Master Vasphour of the Deep Mine Umbra. The Enhanced Equipment Guild is currently closed for the evening
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Thursday November 7th, 2013 5:48:29 PM
Emeralda beckons to the help.
"I'd like to order a meal for myself and my five companions," she tells the staff member, "Can you tell me what your house special is for today..?" After finding out what the meal (or meals) may be, the brunette dwarf will ask that those present be served whatever they choose to eat, as well as informing the servant that they will be joined by others as soon as their business is conducted elsewhere.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Thursday November 7th, 2013 7:28:38 PM I assumed we would be escorted out after told that we had to set up a meeting. My bad."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday November 8th, 2013 7:55:47 AM
Sam scribbles down the group's mission and what they are after (after a short "pleasantry" thanking him for the meeting, of course). The silent bard then passes the note to the gnome.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Friday November 8th, 2013 8:05:26 AM
Emeralda took stock of the Inn's furnishings and decor as she awaited the outcome of her request for victuals from the waitstaff of the establishment. She found herself wondering, once more, what sorts of food the gnomes specialized in. Maybe she could discover some new ways to use spices while the group was here...
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Friday November 8th, 2013 10:04:00 AM nothing to do until morning when I try to get that appointment.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Friday November 8th, 2013 8:02:33 PM
Checkmate
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Friday November 8th, 2013 10:34:45 PM
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Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Saturday November 9th, 2013 3:52:09 AM
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The Settlement of Brightnstone Saturday November 9th, 2013 11:03:38 AM
Glipstien Archanmecha Phildist of the Second Clove wrinkles his nose at Bruagh, "Set up an appointment for for? I am not some messenger boy." His tone clearly conveying the insult he feels has been made against his position and the inconvenience and perceived waste of his time. "Nor is Appellate of Arcane Articulation the secretaries or message board of the Enhanced Equipment Guild or any other operation in Brightnstone. I have matters which actually require my attention." Sam slides the note and with a still irritated look, Glipstien reads it quickly. He seems to soften, but only slightly. "What you seek is not for sale master McFistacuff and is the sole property of Deep Mine Umbra. Any discussion of its use and the acquisition of said substance would require the complete cooperation of Deep Mine Umbra and more specifically Head Master Vasphour. I strongly suggest you and your party make friends and frequent the Enhanced Equipment Guild and in turn befriend a porter or buyer from Deep Mine Umbra and so as to facilitate a possible conversation with the Head Master Vasphour. Diplomacy and patience will be the weapons to arm yourselves with." With a sigh he then re-addresses his initial question. "So is there any actual business that brings you to the Appellate of Arcane Articulation?"
At the Inn, The gnome, who introduces himself as Tarvis Peddlmeade signs the group into a pair of 2 room suites that are across the hall from each other. Keys delivered, he addresses Emeralda's request and with the ring of a bell, summons a gnome from the back room. "This is Voshist and he will se to your dining needs."
Voshist leads the party to a table and recites the selection of food available. "A fresh salad of greens with garden vegetables drizzled with a basalmic dressing. Choice of stew, pork in a potato broth or chicken with carrots. We have pork glazed in an apple dressing, fire roasted pheasant and butter noodles with sharp cheese. To drink, our selection contains a porter, a pilsner, pinot, cabernet and late harvest desert wine."
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Sunday November 10th, 2013 11:03:21 PM
The Oathbreakers eats his food in silence and retreats to his room, assuming one has already been rented for the group.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Monday November 11th, 2013 10:48:49 AM
Chatting amiably with the server, Emeralda adds that it seems likely that her group will, after all, need to rent rooms for the night at least, and inquires about what there is for let?
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 d20-2=2 ; Monday November 11th, 2013 9:32:31 PM
Bruagh does everything in his power to keep from losing his temper. He counts out loud and takes deep breaths. "One... two... three... nine... ten. Sigh. Ok, please tell me how to do this. Lives are at stake here and your bureaucracy has wasted days of our time. Unless you enjoy knowing that necromancers are practicing their arts on the living, I ask that you help. Or if you prefer to keep your nose up your..." Bruagh stops when he realizes he is getting no where.
"If you have nothing further I will show myself out."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday November 11th, 2013 10:16:04 PM
Sam shakes his head "no" and offers a warm handshake. He waits for his protector, Bruagh before heading to the inn for the night to join the others.
The Settlement of Brightnstone; The Enhanced Equipment Guild Monday November 11th, 2013 11:36:23 PM
Glipstien Archanmecha Phildist of the Second Clove mouth draws into a tight line as Bruagh speaks. The dwarf and Sam knows they are clearly not winning over Glipstien, in fact just the opposite. He simply stares at Braugh until the dwarf gets up and leaves.
The group eats and retires.
The following day they find the Enhanced Equipment Guild open and three gnomes standing in line at the front door. They are chatting amongst themselves about nothing in particular, sipping on steaming mugs of something and smoking small pipes. Nearby are several small tables with fruits and cheese. One of them gives a friendly lift of the chin and partial wave to you as approach. The three are clearly waiting to get into the Guild and do not work for it.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' d100=30 ; Tuesday November 12th, 2013 5:12:17 AM
Karnas eats his meal and sleps. The next day, he elects to stay in the room and finish up the ring, Leaving Cark outside to pull him out if neccesary
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Tuesday November 12th, 2013 6:32:52 AM
"This is most perplexing," Emeralda says out loud, "Never in my life do I remember ever having to deal with anything so...so...bureaucratic..." She heaves a gusty sigh.
"I should hope that can make some progress on this matter today..."
In spite of the mind-numbing effects of the slow, slow wheels of procedure, the friendly cleric of Domi waves back to the gnome who bothered to acknowledge the fact that the dwarves were present.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Tuesday November 12th, 2013 1:03:50 PM It's so strange. It's like they don't want our money. Other than a pittance for rooms and food. I'm sure what we're after would be much more lucrative for them.
Terser heads back to the Guild to talk to the gnomes standing there.
Good morning, sirs. I'm looking for an employee of Deep Guild Umbra. Can any of you fine gentlemen help me? He suggestively pats his coin purse as he speaks.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Tuesday November 12th, 2013 1:55:10 PM
Having nothing else to do, the Oathbreaker joins Terser, standing a few feet behind the dwarf in a vague attempt to make their presence larger.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Tuesday November 12th, 2013 3:20:44 PM
Bruagh shrugs to Sam and follows him knowing that the warrior no longer has the silver-tongue he once did.
Domi, how he missed Tahni.
The Settlement of Brightnstone; The Enhanced Equipment Guild Tuesday November 12th, 2013 10:47:16 PM
Terser greets the gnome and tells the lot of them, that the group is looking to speak with an Employee of Deep Mine Umbra. A pat to a small bag of coins to let them know he is willing to pay for the information. The gnome at the front of the line casts his eye up and down Terser and the band of dwarves arrayed about and with a small tug to his slender slightly upturned nose, puts a pair of fingers in the air and speaks. "I am with Deep Mine Umbra master dwarf. I might be able to save you some time, no matter what it is you wish to sell, Deep Mine Umbra has a trade agreement to purchase all supplies through the Enhanced Equipment Guild." He holds up a hand interrupting the very next thing Terser begins saying and speaks right over him, "We don't care how wondrous your craftmanship skills are or care to hear the tale of how magical and deep into the Wold you traveled, the dragon you slew or the ancient fey you bargained with to gain whatever trinket you wish to sell. I can assure you Deep Mine Umbra is not interested in any direct purchase."
He begins to turn away when Terser tells him what the group is after, Figmatous Residue. The other two gnomes in line stiffen slightly and look to the third. Slowly turning his head and then his body back to square with Terser and gnome runs an open hand across his mouth and again tugs his slender nose. He tone is much more even now, his words far more measured with thought and purpose behind them, "Figmatous Residue is a controlled substance master dwarf." He pauses to let the words hang about and settle in the air.
One of the other gnomes then speaks, though a bit timidly, "If I may Master Glistergim, the good dwarven company seems to be of the noncompeting variety. Affidavits could be secured on the matter and perhaps a meeting with your Headmaster."
The gnome, now identified as Glistergim, pulls his head back slightly and frowns. He then turns his gaze back upon the group and seems to consider your bearing again. "A possibility Goodman Tharbuckle. You do indeed have a sharp eye and keen understanding I think." Glistergim pauses again, obviously mulling over the proposition before him as presented by Tharbuckle.
At last he pops his lips and nods, "Done and done Goodman Tharbuckle. Draft the writs and i shall put our guests on the docket."
The gnomes shake hands firmly and then turn to you again. Goodman Tharbuckle speaks, "When my business is concluded here, I will prepare the affidavits for your signatures for delivery by dinner this evening. If you can have them signed and returned to my office by say, mid morning tomorrow." which he points out just a few doors down, "then Master Glittergim can schedule you to meet with the Headmaster. Satisfactory?"
Karnas steps in the Forge Fey realm and continues his work on the ring with Cark curled up comfortably watching the room.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Wednesday November 13th, 2013 7:09:51 AM
Unsure of the dialog that was just spouted in front of her, Emeralda looks expectantly at Terser, wondering if they've actually made any progress on their mission.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday November 13th, 2013 10:45:29 AM Thank you, good sir. You've been most helpful.
Terser's thoughts are running between the tediousness of it all and the fact that it seems they have finally made some progress on their business here. One step at a time and all that.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Wednesday November 13th, 2013 6:45:29 PM
While the Oathbreaker is not a stupid dwarf, the words spoken by the gnomes pass in one ear and out the other quickly. He looks to Terser, who seems satisfied, which is good enough for him.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' d20+31=39 ; Wednesday November 13th, 2013 10:18:49 PM
Karnas, 8 hours later, comes out of the room, the ring completed. Cark looks up as he comes out, grinning at her, before looking down to the band of metal in his hand. "The ring's done, let me check to make sure that the fey didn't screw with it and you'll have your protection." He casts identify and analyses the ring, and provided he doesn't see anything odd, gives it to Cark, who places the ring on the end of her tail, disappearing from sight for a moment. She then reappears and grins up at him, flying up to his shoulder and nuzzling him as she purrs on his shoulder.
Karnas looks up and begins heading out the door, petting her back as he searches out the rest of the group.
OOC: Cast identify on ring, if anything is abnormal aside from what the ring of invisibility should be, he doesn't give it to Cark.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Thursday November 14th, 2013 9:18:04 AM
"We've been dealing with the gnomish system of doing things," Emeralda tells Karnas once he rejoins the group. "On the bright side--the food here is really quite excellent..."
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Thursday November 14th, 2013 10:44:51 AM
Bruagh sits back and let Terser handle this.
OOC: Odd, I remember posting yesterday. Not sure what happened.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday November 14th, 2013 2:52:31 PM
Sam observes the now all to familiar occurance regarding signing papers and cringes. He wonders how badly things might go if they get in trouble, after signing all of these documents...
The Settlement of Brightnstone; On the Docket Thursday November 14th, 2013 5:20:26 PM
The gnomes return to small talk about weather, business, food and family.
The papers get delivered just before dinner as promised. They turn out to be a small book, roughly 50 pages in tightly scripted penmanship. It takes the better part of 3 hours to read the complex document. At its core, it is a document stating that the party are not merchants, affiliated with and merchants or have alternative motives of purchasing anything from Deep Mine Umbra other than personal use. The document includes all animal companions, bonded mounts, familiars and any other sentient associated directly and indirectly with the party. All in all, it is a very thorough document. The last page contains signature and date lines for each member of the group.
The following morning a young gnome is at breakfast and approaches to inquire about the Affidavits and if they are prepared. Being handed the book, he departs with a polite nod and thank you.
The same young gnome returns to the inn about an hour later to inform you 'Good master dwarves, the Headmaster of Deep Mine Umbra has agreed to meet with and is in the process of clearing his docket to meet your needs. A representative will meet you here in the common room in 4 days and escort you." He nods politely again and turns to leave
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday November 14th, 2013 6:07:46 PM
After hearing the "4 days" info, Sam, with an exasperated look on his face, gives a gesture of appeal to Bruagh.
Ooc- "gesture of appeal" refers to an appeal like in court, not like appeal as in he's coming on to Bruagh. :)
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Thursday November 14th, 2013 6:45:18 PM Are we required to remain in Brightstone while we wait for our appointment? There is other business we could attend to and easily be back in time.
If this causes any problems, Terser will spend the time exploring the community and brushing up on his bartering techniques.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Friday November 15th, 2013 4:50:41 AM
Karnas Nods to esmeralda as he heads back in, and read through the document with everyone else. At the 4 days mention, he shrugs. "Hmm, Either way I have some work I could do in the downtime, perhaps fiddle with a new spell."
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Friday November 15th, 2013 12:08:36 PM Say Karnas, since I can't wear my belt here anyway, do you think you could do anything to improve it? I have cash to buy materials you may need...
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Friday November 15th, 2013 4:46:04 PM
Emeralda blinks the eyes she is named for, throwing a bewildered green gaze at the messenger.
"I don't understand..." she says, her brows knitting, "...we need something of most urgent importance...something to save the very soul of innocents...and you're telling us that we have to wait days upon days for your procedures to...to...proceed...???" The young cleric of Domi is looking appalled as she asks this, crestfallen that the gnomes here do not seem to care about the salvation of souls.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Friday November 15th, 2013 11:34:12 PM
Bruagh grabs the lad before he can run off. "Will a generous donation allow him to meet us sooner? Say today?"
The Settlement of Brightnstone; Depp Mine Umbra Sunday November 17th, 2013 10:29:27 PM
Bruagh snags the young gnome who stops immediately. "I have no control over the headmasters docket, but I can certainly express your urgency again." Terser inquires at whether or not the group must remain in Brightnstone. "I suppose not, but if you're not here for your spot on the docket, it will be cancelled. I know that." Looking to Emeralda, his look is one of apology, "Most favored of Domi, I am sorry. I am but the messenger for Deep Mine Umbra, Like you good dwarves, I have no diplomatic training and simply report what i am told to report. If it helps, Headmaster has never cleared his docket before that i am aware of." He adds the last with hope that it bestows hope to the group.
Terser asks Karnas if there is something that can be done with his belt, seeing as he currently cannot wear it. Now might a be a good time.
The gnome departs leaving the group for the day. That evening however, he does return with a rather excited look on his face. "Head Master Vasphour of the Deep Mine Umbra has gotten you to his docket for tomorrow night. I told him you expressed to me that the time of day was of no consequence and so I will be returning for you tomorrow night." The gnome practically beams with excited energy, being witness to something that has never happened before in Brightnstone.
The night passes as does the following day and evening. Well past midnight comes the knock from the young messenger of Deep Mine Umbra. He nods with a smile and escorts the party through the dark streets to the back of the settlement. A great vault like door is opened before you to a passage deeper into the rock. The group passes through several well worked rooms, some furnished some not and through one of those doors the group finds themselves in a 20x30 nicely appointed room with rugs, bookcases, a dozen good chairs, sofa and tables. Standing in the center of the room is a gnome in blue leathers with soft boots, gloves and a cape. Several pieces of jewelry can be see about his neck and head along with 4 floating stones encircling it. He is flanked by a dwarf in full plate and similarly armored gnome. Both guard are standing about 12 feet away. Several trays of refreshments are on the tables.
The messenger makes introductions. "Head Master Vasphour of the Deep Mine Umbra, may I present masters Karnas, Terser, Bruagh, Taggart, Sam and Emeralda of Domi." he bows and exits the room.
Vasphour gestures to the chairs with a wave, "Please be comfortable." He sits and the trays move to each of you in turn, "Help yourself, please." He pauses, taking a wine goblet from a tray with a small handful of nuts. "I am told you have business that deals with life and death." He sits back...
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Monday November 18th, 2013 4:30:30 AM
Karnas looks to Terser and Nods. "Sure, I can do something for it, what did you have in mind? Oh, and to everyone else, I can help you with your gear issues to a degree. Give me your materials and provided it's within what I can do I'll tell you how long it'll take and when I can start on it."
At the meeting he would stay silent upon entry, taking a couple morsels from the tray but leaving the opening word for another in the group.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Monday November 18th, 2013 8:09:57 AM
The Oathbreaker shifts uncomfortably, still not used to being called by his true name. He simply nods to the Head Master, allowing someone else to speak. He would likely just make things worse.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Monday November 18th, 2013 11:14:44 AM
Emeralda resolved to try to work on her patience. As if in answer to her silent prayers, the messenger returned relatively quickly and reported that the group would not have to wait quite so long.
To be sure, it was longer than the cleric of Domi would have preferred, but compared to the originally-projected timeline, it was an improvement.
Now that the group was in the presence of the Headmaster for the Deep Mine Umbra, perhaps things would be accomplished a bit more speedily...
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Monday November 18th, 2013 8:36:33 PM
To Karnas:
I was hoping you could improve my belt to enhance my endurance as much as it does my strength. 3000gp in material to add +2con to +2str belt.
To Master Vasphour:
Yes, we have a mission of some importance, among which is saving the life and soul of the daughter of Lord Ironbane, and possibly the lives of many other innocents, not least among which is Bruagh's dear friend, though he can tell you more of that.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Monday November 18th, 2013 9:18:46 PM
Bruagh, having nothing else to lose, presents the tombs they have received and recites what each said. He then details the residue.
You see, Head Master Vasphour, I am no diplomat, I have no gilded tongue. I will not try to win you over with honeyed word, nor will I withhold information or try to deceive you. My dearest friend Tahni Wyrmrider was taken by necromancers in legion with demons. They plan to use her to unleash undead and demonic beings on the Wold. We believe, according to these tomes, that the residue that you have in your possession will aid us. Please... you are her... our... only hope."
The Settlement of Brightnstone; Deep Mine Umbra Monday November 18th, 2013 11:03:17 PM
Headmaster Vasphour's face is like a wall of granite, as Terser and Bruagh relay the tale and need of the Residue. His eyes flit over each of you as they talk and when they are finished he still simply sits quietly, stoic, like the unyielding mountainside. After what seems an eternity he speaks, "Master Sam. He is the one who led you here." Upon confirmation of this he continues, "As I am sure you have been told the Figmatous Residue is a controlled substance. It is quite, or it could be quite, dangerous in the wrong hands and so it must be controlled and so it is through Deep Mine Umbra and has been for nearly 100 years. Normally i would at this point deny your request and wish you well and good journey upon your endevours." He stands and exchanges his goblet for a full one and after taking a great drink, he continues, "But Warrd is smiling upon you on this visit for I have a problem and your skill set seems to be the solution."
Vasphour sits back down and looks sternly at you all, "Deep Mine Umbra has been attacked and is currently unsafe. I have lost 7 good men and do not intend to lose anymore. You are a battle tested group of fighters with arcane and divine support. Something I cannot match or muster without drawing far too much attention to Deep Mine Umbra." He nods to the side and a tray floats across the room with about a dozen small books.
"Those are affidavits permitting you use of arcane and divine magic, along with enhanced equipment within Brightnstone and Deep Mine Umbra. My deal to you is this. If you go into the mines and destroy what lies within, I will barter 5 vials of Figmatous Residue, show you its application and point you towards the nearest ley line. You will also find on that tray an affidavit of secrecy about all you know involving the residue."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Tuesday November 19th, 2013 7:19:25 AM
Sam sits silently and smiles at the striking success of the situation.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Tuesday November 19th, 2013 2:52:16 PM "Finally, something we're good at." The masked dwarf does not think before he speaks, cracking his knuckles awkwardly as he glances around at his teammates. "Can we go today?"
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Tuesday November 19th, 2013 8:33:17 PM I think I speak for the group when I say we agree. However, we need more information on what is making the mines... unsafe."
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Tuesday November 19th, 2013 9:46:59 PM any information may be of use, no matter how trivial you consider it to be. it may make all the difference in our preparations.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Tuesday November 19th, 2013 10:13:57 PM
"Where do I sign...?" Emeralda says, plucking up the available stylus. "We surely need the Residue, and it seems you surely need our help..." The young cleric scribbles madly as she flips through page after page, making no pretense at even trying to read the fine print.
"If you would be so kind as to answer the questions of my colleagues, though," the brunette said earnestly, "They're quite right--if we are to do battle on the behalf of yourself and the Deep Mine, please tell us what's happened..."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday November 20th, 2013 12:30:13 AM
Sam produces his own writing utensil and signs the document.
Ooc-Assuming now that we are able to carry weapons, is there any place in this settlement where Sam can trade in his crossbow for a short spear and magical backpack?
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Wednesday November 20th, 2013 2:02:47 AM
OOC: If i'm upgrading a +str belt to a +str +con belt do i need both enhancement spells or only one? The message to terser will change depending on if I do or not
Earlier- (OOC: If I only need one enhancement spell) Karnas looks to the belt and nods. "So, A belt of physical might then. Yeah, I can do that in 2 days or so." (OOC: If I need both) Karnas looks to the belt and then back to Terser. "Well, let's see. If you don't want to risk loosing your gold, I need a scroll of bear's endurance or bull's strength, which is 150 gold or so."
Karnas nods at the request. "Combat, is something we are very good at. As our group has mentioned however, some extra information would be useful. If you know anything of the weaknesses or strengths of what we shall be engaging, it would be helpful."
The Settlement of Brightnstone; Deep Mine Umbra Wednesday November 20th, 2013 8:14:47 AM
Vasphour nods at the groups agreement, it certainly seems that the gnome was fully expecting the enthusiastic cooperation of the group. "Afraid I don't have much, but as you say anything could be something and so this is what we know. About 2 months ago Agatetious and Filimous simply disappeared. About 1 week later Porthmit, Allstaires and Magree disappeared. I ordered the area closed and sent in specialist Therus and Sam. A Status spell tells us that Sam died nearly instantly. It took Therus nearly 5 minutes. They were in the closed section for nearly an hour before they were attacked and killed. Something is in there, something that 2 very capable arcanists who know the mines like you know your weapon could not handle and weer surprised by given Sam's fate. Divination, scrying, detection and spells of such nature tend to not work in Deep Mine Umbra." Vasphour sits back, speaking of his fallen gnomes, and you realize probable family members has taken a bit out of him. "That is what we know."
ooc there is no catacombs or location in the settlement to trade in his crossbow for a short spear and magical backpack.
you need both spells, bull str and bears endurance
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Wednesday November 20th, 2013 10:52:42 AM "We kick down the door and run in. No different than every other time, eh?"
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday November 20th, 2013 11:39:02 AM Well, if that's all you have to tell us, we will make our preparations. Is there a place here that sells scrolls and potions, perhaps?
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Wednesday November 20th, 2013 10:09:43 PM
Emeralda could only hope that the more experienced members of the party had some idea on the best way to handle...the unknown...
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday November 20th, 2013 10:35:25 PM
Sam shrugs at the lethality of whatever waits deep in the mines for the mighty Grim Guard. The bard has witnessed the sheer strength and iron-like fortitude of Bruagh and Terser as they have held their own against every foe encountered. He has watched Oathbreaker's precision and speed as he single handily fired volleys of arrows that few can avoid. With the magical support of Karnas and Emeralda, how could they lose? What could the Scab possibly throw at them that they haven't seen before.
The silent gnome heads for his gear with whatever permit is required. On the way he focuses his mind on the upcoming battle. He imagines scenarios that could happen. As a bard with no specific specialty, he must prepare for any purpose that he might serve.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday November 20th, 2013 10:49:45 PM
Knowledge:dungeoneering (or whatever knowledge is required) = 31 (nat 20 1/day)
Does Sam have any knowledge on what type of creatures might inhabit this mine and would need this substance?
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Wednesday November 20th, 2013 10:55:39 PM
Bruagh signs the affidavit.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Thursday November 21st, 2013 4:13:06 AM
Karnas shrugs. "We've dealt with less information, we should be ok."
OOC: @Terser I actually need 6 scrolls, not 1. Or, wait till we level again and I can do it then. or a +2 int belt would work too
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Thursday November 21st, 2013 11:43:46 AM Ah well, I suppose it can wait a while. I may need the belt during the foray into the mine anyway.
He signs the affidavits, snaps his belt back into place, and girds himself for the trip into the supposedly dangerous mines.
The Settlement of Brightnstone; Deep Mine Umbra Thursday November 21st, 2013 12:03:49 PM
Vasphour shakes his head to Terser's question. "Brightnstone does not deal in such materials." he collects the signed documents and stores them in the bottom drawer of the desk he sits at and takes out a small gavel. Vasphour taps a small square metal disk on the desk and a section of one bookcase slides away in response to reveal a staircase. "At the bottom you will find several small rooms that i have furnished with beds, study tables and the like. You can prepare in private down there. My valet will be nearby and a similar gavel to this one can be used to summon him if you need. He has been instructed to provide you with any assistance he can. There is food and drink cached below to last 5 days. If you require additional time, just let him know. When you are ready, he will escort you to the closed section."
Sam realizes as he starts to think about what it is they may encounter below that without knowing what Figmatous Residue is, it's very much impossible to know what creatures might be attracted to it.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday November 21st, 2013 6:05:16 PM
Being of no immediate help, Sam gathers his things and head to his room.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Thursday November 21st, 2013 9:14:30 PM
Emeralda begins to prepare...
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Thursday November 21st, 2013 9:46:49 PM
"Once more into the breach friends."
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Friday November 22nd, 2013 12:08:49 AM
The Oathbreaker snorts. "Five days? Take it with us, and let us be off. I am tired of sitting around."
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Friday November 22nd, 2013 11:05:00 AM
"Yes let us start as soon as we can."
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Friday November 22nd, 2013 6:19:46 PM
check
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Saturday November 23rd, 2013 9:43:13 AM
"Whatever may be in there," Emeralda points out, "It's fast and it's ruthless. I have some protective magic for people who may want it..."
Emeralda has magic wands that may dispense: Endure Elements (be comfy in extreme hot or cold for 24 hours), Protection from Evil (+2 to AC and to saves versus Evil effects), and Magic Weapon (temp +1 to any non-magic weapon.)
Emeralda may cast one each of Aid (+1 to attack & save rolls and temp 1d8+7hp), Bear's Endurance (+4 Con), Bull's Strength (+4 Str) and/or Enlarge Person (gain +2 Str and -1AC by becoming Large.)
Emeralda will be casting Bless (herself, as opposed to from a wand) before the party goes in to face the unknown, so everyone will have a +1 to attack and saves vs. Fear.
So who wants what...?
The Settlement of Brightnstone; Deep Mine Umbra Saturday November 23rd, 2013 10:51:23 AM
The group makes the quick decision to go and once they have put their magic items back on declare themselves fully prepared. Emeralda casts Bless and the party heads down the stairs. They find a gnome valet at the bottom of the 2 flights of steps the passage splits in a T. At one end, standing silently with an open door in his hand. Beyond is a three room suite, nicely furnished as Vasphour described. The other direction heads dead ends at an iron and stone door framed in wood, similar to the main gates.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Saturday November 23rd, 2013 12:42:06 PM
Sam smiles and shakes his head "no" to Emeralda. It is known by his longtime companions that he is generally self-sufficient in battle. He generally does his best to avoid needing assistance.
He awaits the decision of the group to rest or proceed.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Saturday November 23rd, 2013 1:47:28 PM
Bruaghs smiles to Esmerelda and Sam. "Many speak of our abilities in battle, and how deadly we are, but truth be told it is the support that we receive from each other, like this, that ensured our victory over the forces of evil. " I will take and endure and perhaps a protection from evil (should get a +1 from it)when the time comes. When the time comes if no one else needs it more, the aid will be welcome as well."
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Sunday November 24th, 2013 9:30:30 PM "I would be enlarged when the time calls for it," the masked dwarf growls, taking point as the group heads down. "I can take a beating."
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Monday November 25th, 2013 1:06:53 AM
Everyone in the party will be Blessed for the next six minutes. Emeralda also casts Bear's Endurance on Bruagh.
"Which way do we go..?" the lass with the brunette braids asked. "I...um...didn't pay attention to that part..." She makes a mental note about casting the Enlarge spell on Oathbreaker when the time comes.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Monday November 25th, 2013 5:03:50 AM
karnas follows with the group
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Monday November 25th, 2013 9:09:27 AM "I would guess the path is this way." If no one takes the lead, the Oathbreaker moves to the iron and stone door, ignoring the gnome valet that stands nearby.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Monday November 25th, 2013 12:01:46 PM
Terser follows down the path, ready to embark.
I would appreciate an enlargement spell as well, though only if the passageways are at least 15 feet tall.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Monday November 25th, 2013 5:57:06 PM
Bruagh is willing to either be in the very front of the formation or the very rear, depending on whether the group wanted him him the most.
The Settlement of Brightnstone; Deep Mine Umbra Monday November 25th, 2013 9:24:20 PM
Emeralda casts Bear's Endurance on Bruagh as the group heads away from the valet and towards the door of iron and stone. A brief discussion on an Enlargement spell upon Terser in battle occurs, but if the mines are like this passage, it might not be a good thing. Within the passage the ceiling is only 8' up at best.
The Gnome valet rushes past you pulling a wand as he does so. When the party reaches the door, he taps it with the wand the the door swings open. the valet steps in and turns to the right as four small balls of light appear spaced out about 15' in front of him. Spellcraft DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {Dancing Lights}
The Valet moves down a passage that you estimate to be about 300', passing several other branching passages. All of which sloped down to staircases taking them lower and most with embedded rails to guide a mine cart. The valet stops and taps on the wall to the left with the wand and a door is revealed, which opens into a 10x10 room. The valet enters and stands off to the side and awaits the party to enter. When you do, the valet says, "Obsidian" and the room begins to descend. It is about a 5 minute ride to the bottom where the doors open and the gnome valet exits and turns right. He leads you through several turns and all about you down the passages you pass, you can hear the sounds of mining. Steel on stone and the humming rhythm of song. After another 20 minutes, you arrive at another stone and iron door framed in Oak. the valet pulls a flaming torch from his pocket and sets it in a holder on the left side of the door.
"I will wait here for your return for 3 days. After that, I will return twice each day, once in the morning and once in the evening until Headmaster Vasphour declares you lost. On the other side of this door is an iron bell. Strike it three times sharply, count to 3 and then strike it once more and let the final toll ring. That is the only single upon which I shall open the door and no one else but we here know of this order. If there are no questions then?" The valet raises his wand to tap the door.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday November 25th, 2013 11:33:15 PM
Sam keeps the valet's words in his head as he takes his place in the middle of the marching order. With a quick hum, he casts dancing lights. Orbs that glow in a soft light circle the bard and provide light for the group.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Tuesday November 26th, 2013 12:27:48 AM
Terser will take his customary place as second in line.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Tuesday November 26th, 2013 8:39:23 AM
Three hits, three counts, one hit. Seems easy enough."I will need to be a bit closer to the front. Unfortunately, my skills lie in much closer combat these days." The masked dwarf sounds a bit more depressed than usual as he mentions this, but looks at his allies with his usual steely gaze.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Tuesday November 26th, 2013 3:10:39 PM OOC: sigh. I hate juggling several things at once, because when I do, I ALWAYS miss something.
Emeralda would NOT cast the Bear's Endurance and the Bless spells until such time as the group are on the verge of going into wherever it is that all the gnomes have been disappearing from. If she casts it before all the walking and elevator ride time, then the danged spell would expire before the group actually enters the area of contention. Emeralda isn't as bright as many, but she's wise enough to withhold casting her spell until the group is within "striking distance" of their destination.
"Are there any questions...?" the young cleric asks her group. "I know I can't think of any..."
DM- No one asked and seemed to be running on the assumption that at the bottom of the initial staircase was the final destination, I am ruling you cast the spells.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Tuesday November 26th, 2013 11:11:24 PM
Karnas nods and heads with the group inside
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 d20+11=14 ; Tuesday November 26th, 2013 11:14:28 PM
Bruagh smiles towards the group and says... "And we are off." He keeps his eyes peeled for any threats as the traverse the area.
Perception : 14
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Wednesday November 27th, 2013 6:05:10 PM "So," the Oathbreaker calls out suddenly. "How much gold are you all willing to put on the idea that this is likely due to the [dwarven word for something bad] we deal with on a daily basis?" He turns to Braugh, the hint of a grim smile on his face. "It seems the necromancers have no problem getting around. Cutting off a mine for supplies seems right up their alley."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday November 27th, 2013 6:20:24 PM
The orbs of light shine on the silent bard's pale-skinned face as he proceeds deeper into the mine. His mind is focused. His heart set on the task at hand. He knows that nothing short of a god could slow these dwarves. Their convictions are ironclad. Sam feels no fear as he and the Grim Guard head towards their next challenge.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Wednesday November 27th, 2013 6:45:48 PM
Emeralda looks around her.
"Are we there yet...?"
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Wednesday November 27th, 2013 7:46:00 PM
"I wouldn't put it past them."
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) d20+11=17 ; Wednesday November 27th, 2013 8:03:54 PM
Terser has his senses alert and his glaive at the ready.
Perception 17
The Settlement of Brightnstone; Deep Mine Umbra Wednesday November 27th, 2013 8:49:03 PM
The group moves into the section and the door swings shut behind them. The area plunges into complete and utter darkness past the 60' of darkvision. All sound of mining that was heard in the other are, also disappears completely. The ceiling is like the other sections you have walked through, ranging from 7 to 8'. Several passages can be seen pushing out away from you, rails embedded in the floor. You do not see any mining equipment about, it would appear the closing of this section was done purposefully and with a great degree of order.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Thursday November 28th, 2013 6:56:46 PM
"Alright, let's be on our guard. Are we ready?"
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 d20+15=35 ; Friday November 29th, 2013 12:50:08 PM "As ready as we will ever be." The Oathbreaker cracks his knuckles. "Let's do this quickly so we can get out of here. I have grown sick of this place." The masked dwarf keeps and eye out as they trek forwad, urging his allies as far as they can go as quickly as possible. (Perception: Nat 20! 35)
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday November 29th, 2013 7:18:44 PM
Sam follows along. His crossbow is slung and hands empty. He knows from experience that the Grim Guard does not rely on him for his marksmanship.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Saturday November 30th, 2013 12:07:23 AM
ooc: hope everyone had a lovely thanksgiving, or just a nice end of the week if you don't celebrate. Ready to move on on Monday. =)
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Saturday November 30th, 2013 5:45:27 PM
Check
The Settlement of Brightnstone; Deep Mine Umbra Saturday November 30th, 2013 10:32:07 PM
The dark awaits and the Forged are eager. The group begins exploring the area.
More on Monday....
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Monday December 2nd, 2013 1:19:12 AM
Emeralda looked around her, not knowing exactly what to expect.
"So...uh...who wanted that Enlarge Person spell again...?" she asked, twirling one of her long brown braids around her left index finger, idly scratching the outside of her right thigh with the head of the war hammer in her other hand.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Monday December 2nd, 2013 5:53:03 AM "That would be Terser or myself," the masked dwarf growls.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Monday December 2nd, 2013 1:40:02 PM It would be wasted on me unless we come into an open area. I would take a strength enhancing spell if you have one to spare.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Monday December 2nd, 2013 2:18:29 PM
Karnas shrugs and just keeps heading in with the group
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Monday December 2nd, 2013 8:00:49 PM
Bruagh smiles. "The enemies won't like me why I am enlarged... of course, they probably won't like me when I'm angry either."
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Monday December 2nd, 2013 10:15:16 PM "I knew a dwarf that used to say that, back..." The Oathbreaker shakes his head. "Last I saw him, he was running down a tunnel after a group of drow. Never saw him again. Had quite a temper."
Exploring Deep Mine Umbra Monday December 2nd, 2013 10:59:01 PM
The group moves into the section and the door swings shut behind them. The area plunges into complete and utter darkness past the 60' of darkvision. A large iron bell, nearly 2 feet in diameter, sits in a cradle made of granite. All sound of mining that was heard in the other are, also disappears completely. The ceiling is like the other sections you have walked through, ranging from 7 to 8'. Several passages can be seen pushing out away from you, rails embedded in the floor. You do not see any mining equipment about, it would appear the closing of this section was done purposefully and with a great degree of order.
The group begins to move through the closed mine area. What becomes very evident is that this is a large mine. Taggart is able to detect a sloping away from the door in all directions. It would seem that if you become lost, uphill is the direction to go. What Taggart and Terser both notice, or rather what strikes them, is how clean the mine is. Even the rails for the carts moving ore are missing. The floors are not unusually smooth, nor are the worked walls or ceilings. The lack of supporting timber is unnerving knowing how deep you are, though 200' or 2,000' it makes little difference.
A randomly chosen passage comes to an end abruptly around a hairpin turn. White veins of stone and flakes like snow cover the area. Appraise DC 20 Highlight to display spoiler: {raw mithral}
The party has been exploring for roughly 45 minutes. No one knows how much territory you may need to cover or how much relative territory you have covered.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless d20+6=15 ; Tuesday December 3rd, 2013 5:23:50 AM
"Right...strength..." Emeralda echoes, distracted by the utter lack of ambient sound in their surroundings. She peered around her as she took a step or two towards Terser and almost absent-mindedly cast her Bull's Strength spell on him.
"There..." she said, "...now you can pummel your foes with impunity..." Clearly, however, the young adventurer is trying to see if she can actually SEE anything worth seeing...
OOC: Perception check: 15. Meh.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 d20+10=28 ; Tuesday December 3rd, 2013 8:36:44 AM
The Oathbreaker pauses momentarily to admire the shining rocks (Appraise: 28) but urges the group forward. "We need to keep moving. No telling how far to go. Anyone know about anything that could make a tunnel like this?"
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 d20+5=15 ; Tuesday December 3rd, 2013 6:27:22 PM
Bruagh looks are the ore... having been a miner before starting to adventure... he should know this.
Knowledge: Mining: 15
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 d20+7=24 ; Tuesday December 3rd, 2013 7:16:16 PM
Sam quickly recognizes the substance as raw mithral. He tugs on Bruagh's arm, points to the mithral and then his chain shirt. Appraise=24
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) d20+11=26 ; Tuesday December 3rd, 2013 8:40:16 PM
Terser looks around for marks where tracks may used to have been. perception 26
it seems strange that this place is so orderly, if there truly was a threat and need for an evacuation.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Tuesday December 3rd, 2013 9:17:32 PM "Indeed, perhaps it's a beast that killed the people within rapidly, so there wasn't a chance for it to be disordered?"
Exploring Deep Mine Umbra: Combat Round 1 d6=3 ; d20=16 ; d6=3 ; d6=5 ; d20=18 ; Tuesday December 3rd, 2013 10:46:38 PM
Emeralda casts Bull Strength on Terser Bruagh, Sam and Taggart all know Mithral when they see it, but the riches of the mine is not why they are here. Though a Mithral mine of such apparent magnitude may answer other questions about the gnomes and how waving a purse of gold at them does not impress. Terser investigates where the rails should be in the floor. The rails were clearly embedded into the stone floor. That is to say that the stone seemed to have been formed about the rails and the bottom line is that one could not remove the rails, without destroying the surrounding stone that held them in place.
The group continues to move, why are things so clean, could a creature be responsible, and could anything have made tunnels as such as these? The tunnels, according to Bruagh, are very well mined out tunnels and nothing more. A credit to the gnomes on their workmanship.
No sooner than the words reverberate off the stone walls, then a section of the ceiling drops on the dwarf The rock seems to bend and flow about the dwarf instead of breaking and has taken on a translucent quality. Bruagh takes 9 points damage + 5 Acid damage and is Grappled
The group is currently in a 10' wide and over 60' long section of tunnel. Assume a move action to become adjacent to Bruagh
Knowledge Dungeoneering DC 14 Highlight to display spoiler: {a Gray Ooze}
CMD 23 to break the grapple Any weapon strike requires Reflex DC 20 else the weapon takes d6 acid damge
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday December 4th, 2013 4:21:56 AM
Knowing that he can offer little direct help to Bruagh, Sam steps back from the action and starts humming. The Grim Guard feel a wave of strength from his song.
(Inspire courage +2 to all)
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 d20+12=15 ; Wednesday December 4th, 2013 9:56:12 AM
Bolstered by Sam's familiar tune, the Oathbreaker steps over and lashes out with his fist, somehow missing wildly. -------------------- Move action to get adjacent to Braugh Attack: 15
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) d20+16=27 ; d10+13=18 ; d20+7=22 ; Wednesday December 4th, 2013 10:53:48 AM
Terser must have been so focused on the tracks that he missed the telltale shimmer of the creature that dropped from the ceiling. He moves back toward Bruagh's position at the end of the line and attempts to cut the beast off of him.
Bull's Strength +2, Power Attack -2, Bard Song +2 AC 27 damage 18 slashing reflex 22 - avoids acid
assuming I had to move
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday December 4th, 2013 10:54:36 AM woops - move too far for a full attack, to finish that thought
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 87/101 d20+14=22 ; Wednesday December 4th, 2013 1:01:15 PM
Bruagh tries to fight back and break the creatures grapple. If the grapple is broken, he will step back and try to fight the creature next round.
CMD of 25 or CMB of 22.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless d20=15 ; Wednesday December 4th, 2013 5:33:39 PM OOC: ignore the roll--Emeralda doesn't have Dungeoneering.
"What's that???" the inexperienced adventurer exclaims, gaping at the "puddle of rock" that seems to have come to life and started grappling Bruagh. Emeralda, too, moves closer to Bruagh, aiming her warhammer...but then holding her action for a moment.
"Wait--will it hurt Bruagh if I hit this...this...thing?" she asks out loud, flustered.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Wednesday December 4th, 2013 10:53:26 PM
Karnas backs up at the sludge dropping from the ceiling, and going through his arsenal he came to only one real idea. He begins casting summon monster.
OOC: Start casting summon monster 3
Exploring Deep Mine Umbra: Combat Round 2 Wednesday December 4th, 2013 11:01:32 PM
Sam starts humming to inspire his brothers in arms Bruagh tries to break free, but is held fast by the creature about him Taggart and Terser, both leap into action to save their brother and both land solid blows. Taggart AC 15 hits roll damage and roll a Reflex DC 20 or take d6 acid damage Emeralda holds her action, concerned that swatting the thing on Bruagh might also hurt him. Karnas begins summoning assistance.
The creature continues to bind itself about Bruagh, but is unable to tighten its grip. Bruagh's armor however continues to be exposed to the creature and begins to show signs of wear Bruaghs full plate armor take 12 points of acid damage
CMD 23 to break the grapple Any weapon strike requires Reflex DC 20 else the weapon takes d6 acid damge
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 d8+7=10 ; d20+8=16 ; d20+12=15 ; d20+12=25 ; d20+12=23 ; d20+7=19 ; d8+7=8 ; d8+7=12 ; d8+7=14 ; d8+7=11 ; d20+8=25 ; d20+8=21 ; d20+8=24 ; d20+8=22 ; Thursday December 5th, 2013 12:47:20 AM
The Oathbreaker smashes his fist into the bubbling acid, gritting his teeth as the acid chews away at his fist. In spite of the pain, he continues to smash at the ooze covering his ally. He turns to Esmerelda and cries out, "He dies if we do, he dies if we don't! Just hit it!" -------------------- Previous Round Damage: 10 Previous Round Reflex: 16, take 1d6 acid (rolled by the DM I presume) Flurry of Blows, spending a ki point to add extra attack Attacks: 15, 25, 23, 19 Damage: 8, 12, 14, 11 Reflex Saves: 25, 21, 24, 22
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless d20+8=21 ; d6+8=13 ; d20+5=23 ; Thursday December 5th, 2013 11:31:17 AM
Oathbreaker's injunction is enough for her: Emeralda swings her hammer.
"HAVE AT THEE!!!" she practically yodels at the top of her lungs, using both hands to swing her warhammer at the translucent monster trying to digest her teammate...
OOC: Emeralda hits AC21 for a total of 19hpd (I seem to recall someone mentioning that using both hands to swing a weapon results in 1.5x damage; however, if this is discounted, then the damage is only 13hp.) Her Reflex Save of 23 means her hammer remains unmarred.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday December 5th, 2013 2:38:29 PM
Sam continues humming his inspiring tune while staying away from the chaos. (inspire courage +2 continued)
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Thursday December 5th, 2013 4:06:11 PM
OOC :: Wielding a weapon two-handed allows you to deal 1.5xStr damage, not total damage.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) d20+13=30 ; Thursday December 5th, 2013 7:02:55 PM
Seeing that it looks as if his comrades have this creature well in hand, he scans the rest of the corridor intently, searching for more of them. Watching Bruagh's armor dissolve, it is clear why the mine is so clean.
perception 30
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 87/101 d20+14=31 ; d20+4=22 ; Thursday December 5th, 2013 10:31:33 PM
Bruagh makes his reflex save and fights valiantly to free himself.
Reflex: 22 grapple: 33 (+2. From Sam)
Exploring Deep Mine Umbra: Combat Round 3 d6=6 ; d20=13 ; d6=4 ; d6=4 ; Thursday December 5th, 2013 11:51:47 PM
Taggart burns himself once on the acid that this creature exudes during a devastating 12 seconds of actions from his fists. Taggart take 6 damage acid Emeralda strikes hard as well only str is 1.5 with 2 hands so in your case it adds +1 damage for 14 total. Sam continues to inspire his fellows and Terser takes a moment to look for additional trouble. Which he spots a mere 40' away and gliding across the ceiling Bruagh is able to get free.
A pseudo pod reaches out from the creature and again grabs Bruagh Bruagh is Grappled and takes 10 damage + 4 Damage from acid
CMD 23 to break the grapple Any weapon strike requires Reflex DC 20 else the weapon takes d6 acid damage. Please roll your own acid damage
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday December 6th, 2013 12:02:18 AM
Seeing that Bruagh is again targeted, Sam continues to hum the inspire tune, but adds a special spell for grappled dwarf. Sam casts grease on Bruagh.
Actions: Inspire courage +2 continued Bruagh covered in grease= +10 vs grapple
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' d3=3 ; d20+6=23 ; d20+6=10 ; d20+6=11 ; d6+4=8 ; d6+4=6 ; d6+4=6 ; Friday December 6th, 2013 1:06:12 AM
Karnas finishes his summon spell, and summons forth 3 small earth elementals to attack the ooze. Thinking quickly, he casts Grease on Braugh's armor, in attempt to help him escape the ooze.
OOC: 3 earth elementals, attack the ooze, from underground if possible. Attacks: 23/10/11 Damage: 8/6/6
Cast Grease on Braugh's Armor, Requires a reflex save to resist, but this is being done to buff and not to harm and buffs don't require saves. Gives braugh a +10 bonus to escape the grapple.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday December 6th, 2013 1:42:40 AM
Ooc-...........<sigh>
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) d20+12=21 ; d20+20=24 ; d10+16=17 ; Friday December 6th, 2013 4:48:25 PM
How dare someone try to mess with his mind? Terser's anger responds to the assault on his senses.
Will save 21
He charges at the creature and strikes mightily for its transgression.
Attack vs ac24 for 17damage -4 ac (rage and charge)
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 73/101 d20+14=29 ; Sunday December 8th, 2013 2:36:19 PM
Bruagh keeps fighting to break free and tries to fight defensively once he does so. He will not flee, he would rather the creature focus its attacks on him than anyone else.
Grapple: 29 CMB, without the +10 from Grease, CMD is 35. Fight Defensively for +2 to AC
Exploring Deep Mine Umbra: Combat Round 4 d20=18 ; d20=9 ; d20=9 ; d6=6 ; d6=5 ; d6=5 ; d20=6 ; d20=15 ; d6=1 ; d6=5 ; d6=4 ; Monday December 9th, 2013 8:02:02 AM
Sam continues his inspiring song and casts Grease on Bruagh to aid further in his grappling A trio of earth elementals appear about the creature and attack. Stony fists rain down upon it. elementals cannot attack from underground Karnas, then also casts Grease at Bruagh, however the spell provides no additional assistance to the grappled dwarf. Bruagh, now covered in Grease, easily escapes the grasp of the creature and goes on the defensive
Terser charges the new coming creature and strikes hard. [i]Terser Reflex DC 20 Else Weapon takes d6 Damage from acid.
Each elemental is burned as they contact the creature Elemental 1 Reflex 18 takes 6 Elemental 2 Reflex 9 takes 5 Elemental 3 Reflex 9 takes 5
The creature attacks Bruah again, but this time cannot get a hold of the slippery dwarf
Terser is attacked a further 40' away and finds himself grappled by the creature he faces Terser Grappled Damage 11 + 5 Acid
CMD 23 to break the grapple
Any weapon or natural attack requires Reflex DC 20 else the weapon takes d6 acid damage. Please roll your own acid damage
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless d20+8=23 ; d6+9=15 ; d20+5=14 Monday December 9th, 2013 11:20:27 AM (OOC: Sorry about losing track and not posting here--events conspired against me. Sigh
Emeralda sees Terser hare off and attack...something else over there and charges to his assistance, hollering at the top of her lungs and swinging enthusiastically in that two-handed grip that seems to be a bit effective (as long as she actually connects)...
OOC: Emeralda hits AC23 for 15hp damage LATER ADDITION: I only just noticed that I forgot to roll Reflex Save for Emeralda if she ends up hitting Terser's monster--her Save is only 14, darn it!
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday December 9th, 2013 5:44:04 PM
Sam sees Terser in an all too familiar situation. His song continues as he casts grease on Terser while still doing his best to stay away from danger.
Actions: Inspire courage +2 continued Cast grease on Terser
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 73/101 d6=1 ; d20+15=19 ; d10+15=18 ; d10+15=23 ; d20+15=28 ; d20+3=11 ; Monday December 9th, 2013 8:58:03 PM
Bruagh swings at the ooze twice in rapid succession.
Bruagh will not be fighting defensively any more, so next round he will not have the penalties.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 57/67 - CMD 24 d20+13=22 ; d20+13=30 ; d20+8=23 ; d8+7=12 ; d8+7=12 ; d8+7=15 ; d8+8=10 ; d8+8=13 ; d8+8=13 ; 3d6=4 ; Monday December 9th, 2013 10:28:19 PM
The Oathbreaker continues to lay into the creature attacking Braugh, grunting with each hit. -------------------- Flurry of Blows Attacks: 22, 30, 23 Damage: 12, 12, 15 Reflex: 10, 13, 13 3d6 acid damage: 4
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 85/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) d20+7=18 ; d6=1 ; d20+16=31 ; d20+11=30 ; d20+11=12 ; d4+9=12 ; d4+9=13 ; d4+9=12 ; d20+7=16 ; d20+7=10 ; 2d6=5 ; Tuesday December 10th, 2013 1:41:33 AM reflex 18 - 1 damage DR1 - 15 total damage
Ignoring the creature with its pseudopod on him, Terser draws his knife and stabs at it repeatedly.
AC 31 and 30 - crit confirm vs AC 12 damage 12 and 25 reflex 16, 10, 2d6 damage to weapon - 5
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' d20-1=3 ; d20-1=10 ; d20-1=0 ; d20+6=13 ; d20+6=16 ; d20+6=7 ; d20+6=23 ; d20+6=11 ; d20+6=23 ; d6+4=9 ; d6+4=10 ; d6+4=5 ; d6+4=8 ; d6+4=7 ; d6+4=10 ; Tuesday December 10th, 2013 5:34:13 AM
Karnas shrugs, not seeing great oppertunity for spell aid, as he casts haste on Terser, Braugh, Taggart, Emeralda, and the 3 elementals
OOC: Cast haste above targets
Elemental 1, 3 fail saves, elemental 2 succeeds. HP of the 3 are 7/13/8 respectively Elementals, with haste, strike twice. If the target dies, then the elementals move to the next available target and do a single attack. Attacks (with +1 from haste) 14/17/8/24/12/24 Damage: 9/10/5/8/7/10
Also, I'm confused. You say that any weapon or natural attack causes acid damage to the weapon, but natural weapons can't be damaged as far as I know except by killing the creature who has them
DM: you are the natural weapon and thus take d6 points of damage with every strike unless you succeed a Reflex DC 20 save
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Tuesday December 10th, 2013 2:09:13 PM
It's as though time itself were strangely suspended for the over-eager fightin' cleric of Domi, as her warhammer swings towards its intended target in super-slow-motion...like an ancient Peckinpaugh film...
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 73/101 Tuesday December 10th, 2013 8:22:28 PM
Check...
Exploring Deep Mine Umbra: Combat Round 5 d6=2 ; d20=19 ; d20=19 ; d20=1 ; d6=5 ; d6=5 ; d6=1 ; d20=4 ; d6=4 ; d6=3 ; d6=4 ; Tuesday December 10th, 2013 8:49:14 PM
Emeralda charges after Terser and strikes the creature, a sizzle comes from her hammer where it his the creature Hammer took 2 points Acid Damage Sam continues his inspiring dirge and casts another Grease spell, this time at Terser. Taggart rains another flurry of blows upon the thing attacking Bruagh and with his final strike it seems to collapse into a puddle that lies still. Terser pulls his knife and stabs the creature twice. The acid from the thing dissolves his knife nearly completely on the second strike, rendering the weapon useless Karnas casts Haste. Terser and Emeralda are 40' away and cannot be targetted with everyone else The creature dead, the Elementals move down the passage and attack the thing assaulting Terser. Each connects a single time, resulting in minor burns to themselves. E1 takes 5 E2 takes 5 E3 takes 1
The creature Continues to wrap about Terser. Smoke and the smell of acid come from both the barbarian and his armor. Tersers Armor takes 12 Acid damage. Terser takes 15 damage + 3 Acid
Terser is Grappled CMD 23 to break the grapple
Any weapon or natural attack requires Reflex DC 20 else the weapon takes d6 acid damage. Please roll your own acid damage
Terser, Emerlada and the Earth elementals are 40' away from the rest of the party. The nearest adjacent square to the creature a 50'
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless d20+8=13 ; d6+8=13 ; d20+5=16 ; d6=6 ; Wednesday December 11th, 2013 12:14:16 AM
Emeralda shows a particular habit while attempting to hammer away at the thing trying to digest Terser: she apparently is a very noisy sort of fighter, as she continues to (more or less) yodel as she attempts to strike at the oozy monster.
OOC: Emeralda's attack hits AC13 for 13hp damage; if she actually managed to connect, she's failed her Reflex Save (it's only 16) and her warhammer suffers 6hp Acid damage.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' d20+6=25 ; d20+6=21 ; d20+6=25 ; d20+6=7 ; d20+6=19 ; d20+6=11 ; d6=5 ; d6=1 ; d6=6 ; d6=4 ; d6=5 ; d6=2 ; d6+4=7 ; d6+4=5 ; d6+4=8 ; d6+4=7 ; d6+4=7 ; d6+4=5 ; Wednesday December 11th, 2013 4:42:00 AM
Karnas holds off from moving, not wanting to risk a counterattack from the oozes, as the elementals keep pressing the attack.
OOC: Elementals at 2/8/7 All full attack the target. Ele 1 Attack: 26/22 Damage: 7/5 Acid Damage: 5, kills elemental 1, only delivers 1 attack, ignore second if both hit.
Ele 2 Attack: 26/8 Damage: 8/7 Acid Damage: 1, 6 . Ele 2 survives with 1 hp if both hit
Ele 3 Attack: 20/12 Damage: 7/5 Acid Damage 4,5, ele 3 dead after 2 attacks if both hit.
Also, is this a special gray ooze? From the PRD, it says ooze acid only damages wood or metal.
DM. Yes they are modified
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 68/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) d20+8=19 ; d20+12=30 ; Wednesday December 11th, 2013 11:31:40 AM DR1 - 17 damage, reflex 20 (+1 from haste)
Seeing that he no longer has weapon capable of easily damaging this creature, Terser easily slips out of the thing's grasp, helped along by the grease. He moves back into charging range and readies his glaive, ignoring for now the acid burning his skin and clothing.
move back 15 feet - draw glaive
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Wednesday December 11th, 2013 2:21:28 PM
OOC: Emeralda can channel energy or heal as needed, but people getting damaged by monsters (and such) need to remember to note their reduced HP so that I know when to have Emmie dispense with the healin' love.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 73/101 d20+15=24 ; d20+10=17 ; d10+15=22 ; d10+15=20 ; Wednesday December 11th, 2013 5:17:38 PM
Bruagh, being hasted, runs up to help Terser by slashing the creature.
Attack: 24 Damage: 22
Ignore second rolls, forgot haste bonus attack only applies on full round attack.
Exploring Deep Mine Umbra: Combat Round 6 Wednesday December 11th, 2013 9:04:39 PM
Emeralda strikes the creature again. The elementals are pound upon the thing and two of the elementals are destroyed in the process Terser easily disengages from the grapple and moves back to get ready for another charge Bruagh moves up and slams the creature with a powerful blow
Terser and Bruagh feel their minds assaulted. Will Save DC 12 or become confused
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 57/67 - CMD 24 d20+15=17 ; d8+7=10 ; d20+8=24 ; Wednesday December 11th, 2013 11:21:29 PM
The Oathbreaker charges the creature with his new-found haste, striking fast and hard. -------------------- Charge remaining enemy Attack: 17 Damage: 10 Reflex: 24
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday December 12th, 2013 2:30:22 AM
Sam continues his inspiring song. He then casts grease on Taggart.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 68/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) d20+12=16 ; d20+19=25 ; d20+19=39 ; d20+19=28 ; d20+14=17 ; d20+16=36 ; d20+16=25 ; d20+16=18 ; d10+16=25 ; d3=3 ; d10+16=22 ; d10+16=24 ; d10+16=22 ; d20+9=16 ; d20+9=27 ; d20+9=16 ; d6=5 ; d6=2 ; Thursday December 12th, 2013 10:52:45 AM Will Save 16 - round 3 of rage
Between his battle fury and the support of his allies, Terser easily throws off the confusion that the creature tries to throw at him. He steps forward and makes three quick slashes at the goopy monster.
Hit AC 25, 39 (crif confirm of 28) and 17 forgot to change die to 10 damage 25, 22 (+24 crit), 22 - 93 total
failed two reflex: 5 and 2 acid damage
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless d20+8=18 ; d6+8=14 ; d20+5=12 ; d6=1 ; Thursday December 12th, 2013 11:20:28 AM
Entirely too focused upon stopping the oozy thing before her, Emeralda continues to wield her hammer with more enthusiasm than accuracy...
OOC: she hits AC18 for 14hp damage; Reflex Save is only 12, so her weapon may suffer 1hp acid damage.
Karnas (L1-6 L2-7 L3- 3): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Thursday December 12th, 2013 2:59:42 PM
Karnas just bides his time, not wanting to spend more spells on this fight.
Exploring Deep Mine Umbra: Combat Round 7 d20=12 ; d10=2 ; d20=10 ; d6=6 ; d6=4 ; d20=20 ; d20=20 ; d6=1 ; d6=3 ; d6=1 ; Thursday December 12th, 2013 9:21:01 PM
Taggart charges in and strikes hard Sam continues his inspiring hum and casts a Grease spell on Taggart Terser charges back into the fray and strikes once DM You had moved back 15' and thus need a move action to close leaving only a single attack action. The glaive take 5 points of damage Emeralda strikes with her hammer and again the acidic nature of the creature eats away at the metal upon the strike Karnas waits for the others to finish the creature
A portion of ceiling reaches down for Terser and strikes him solidly. The creature's attempt to hoist him sky ward fails with the assistance of the Grease spell. Still the blow stings soundly Terser Damage 10 + 4 Acid
The ooze, though surrounded, still attacks from its position upon the floor. It slams Terser with a fist like appendage that sprouts from it. Terser Damage 12 + 1 Acid. Correction! The ooze on the floor is dead. Terser has a reach weapon and so therefore dispatched it
Sam and Karnas are 40' away There is an Ooze on the ceiling and the floor that you now know of
Note Damaged items Items that have taken damage in excess of half their total hit points gain the broken condition, If the item is a weapon, any attacks made with the item suffer a --2 penalty on attack and damage rolls. Such weapons only score a critical hit on a natural 20 and only deal ×2 damage on a confirmed critical hit. If the item is a suit of armor or a shield, the bonus it grants to AC is halved, rounding down. Broken armor doubles its armor check penalty on skills.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 d20+10=15 ; d6+2=6 ; Thursday December 12th, 2013 10:43:47 PM
Sam continues humming his tune as he draws his crossbow. He loads a bolt and aims at the ooze on the ceiling. He fires, but can't tell if the bolt hit or not.
Inspire courage +2 continued To hit=15. Damage=6 if he hit
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 68/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Friday December 13th, 2013 12:35:24 AM
correction - I have a reach weapon, so I did my three strikes from 10 feet away.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 68/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) d20+17=37 ; d20+17=26 ; d20+17=37 ; d20+17=25 ; d20+17=27 ; d10+20=29 ; d10+20=30 ; d10+20=28 ; d10+20=26 ; d3=3 ; d10+20=22 ; d20+9=14 ; d20+9=29 ; d20+9=22 ; d6=6 ; Friday December 13th, 2013 12:02:56 PM Another one? Where did they all come from? Wherever it is, they won't be here much longer!
With the one the grappled him in a puddle on the floor, Terser directs his attacks on the one the reached out to him from the ceiling. He takes a step back to ready himself, and lets go with all his considerable might.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 57/67 - CMD 24 d20+11=16 ; d20+11=25 ; d20+6=23 ; d4+6=7 ; d4+6=7 ; d4+6=8 ; Friday December 13th, 2013 2:51:37 PM
The Oathbreaker notices the newest threat, letting out a frustrated growl and lobbing three stone discs on the bandolier that crosses his chest at the creature. -------------------- Flurry of Blows with Shuriken Attacks: 16, 25, 23 Damage: 7, 7, 8
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 73/101 d20+5=9 ; d20+5=17 ; d20+15=21 ; d20+15=29 ; d10+15=17 ; d10+15=19 ; Friday December 13th, 2013 11:48:33 PM
Bruagh feels confused for only a second before snapping to his senses and continuing his assault.
Will Save: 9 Hero point Reroll: 17 Attack: 21 Damage: 17 Attack: 24 Damage: 19
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless d20+8=17 ; d6+8=9 ; d20+5=6 ; d6=2 ; Saturday December 14th, 2013 1:53:13 AM
The young cleric of Domi's concentration upon the ooze on the floor is broken by the pseudopod that lashes out at Terser. Startled, Emeralda automatically directs her next blow at the creature on the ceiling...
OOC: Emeralda's blow hits AC17 for 9hp damage; if the blow connects, she's failed the Reflex save (if the ceiling creature is another ooze) and her weapon suffers another 2 points of damage.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Saturday December 14th, 2013 11:10:16 PM
check
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 73/101 Sunday December 15th, 2013 3:32:53 AM
Check
Exploring Deep Mine Umbra: Combat over Sunday December 15th, 2013 10:47:54 PM
The combined assault of the group overwhelms and destroys the thing upon the ceiling and it rains goo upon the party below as it dies. The mine area you stand in currently is quiet, the acrid smell of partially burned metal hangs in the air about you
Note Damaged items Items that have taken damage in excess of half their total hit points gain the broken condition, If the item is a weapon, any attacks made with the item suffer a --2 penalty on attack and damage rolls. Such weapons only score a critical hit on a natural 20 and only deal ×2 damage on a confirmed critical hit.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless d4=1 ; d4=1 ; d4=4 ; d4=1 ; d4=3 ; d4=2 ; d4=3 ; Monday December 16th, 2013 12:54:35 AM
Emeralda frowned down upon the obviously-marred head of her warhammer, then mumbled the cantrip to Mend it so that the mild amount of damage it had suffered would disappear, although it took several mumblings to do so.
"I can Mend weapons as well as bodies," the braided brunette offered to her teammates. "Which of you needs what kind of attention...?"
OOC: Emeralda has restored 15 points to her hammer (which I think exceeds the amount of damage it took during battle). Since she possesses the Artifice domain, she can cast Mend as many times as needed, because: this spell repairs damaged objects, restoring 1d4 hit points to the object. If the object has the broken condition, this condition is removed if the object is restored to at least half its original hit points. All of the pieces of an object must be present for this spell to function. Magic items can be repaired by this spell, but you must have a caster level equal to or higher than that of the object. Magic items that are destroyed (at 0 hit points or less) can be repaired with this spell, but this spell does not restore their magic abilities.
Exploring Deep Mine Umbra: Combat over- Addendum Monday December 16th, 2013 8:09:46 AM DM....Well how handy is that! :) We will assume Emerala takes care of everyone's stuff over the next minute or two. EVERYONE can remove the damage to all items suffered save Terser's Kukri which was destroyed
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday December 16th, 2013 10:01:25 AM
Sam's song stops as the last ooze falls. He begins looking for injuries amoungst the dwarves.
Ooc-will heal tonight. Going to bed now.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 57/67 - CMD 24 Monday December 16th, 2013 10:07:23 AM
The Oathbreaker takes in deep ragged breathes before closing his eyes and calming himself. "That cannot be it," he comments. "Three puddles of acid cannot have killed so many skilled dwarves... could they?"
DM Ken Monday December 16th, 2013 10:09:50 AM
DM Ken: While it isn't quite important, mending has a 10 minute cast time. It will take some large amount of time to restore everyones gear.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 68/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Monday December 16th, 2013 11:00:22 AM worth it ;-) though does the weapon hardness not apply to this acid damage?
Upon coming down from his battle frenzy, Terser's mind begins to work. Everything made of metal that touched the oozes seemed to have taken damage, and the metal rails and tracks were gone, which made much more sense all of a sudden. Taggart's stone shuriken seem to have avoided any damage though. Maybe a stone club or staff would be in order before continuing their explorations.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Monday December 16th, 2013 11:17:37 AM
OOC: I was in a rush, and not mindful of the casting time for Mending. Emeralda--as a cleric--would heal up people first, then start in on restoring peoples' weapons while others do things like search the surrounding area for clues as to whether or not the Oozes are the only monsters in the neighborhood.
She would also apply the Mending that she does to the point of making sure that particular weapons are no longer Broken before going on to Mend the next weapon; her warhammer would initially have been fixed with the first three castings of her Mending spell, with Terser's glaive the recipient of the rest of the listed castings.
Also--as long as I'm OOC here--right about now would be a good time for people to relate that they had Bouts of Confusion while they were fighting, since your Average Ooze normally does not have that particular ability, and I don't believe those who had been so attacked said anything about this part of their combat experience out loud during the battle...
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 73/101 Monday December 16th, 2013 8:36:24 PM That was... odd. I felt like that ooze was trying to take over my body. I almost lost control of my thoughts."
Exploring Deep Mine Umbra: Combat over Tuesday December 17th, 2013 12:20:45 AM
The creatures are dead, Emeralda is able to Mend the weapons and armor with her gifts of Domi. The acid of the creatures was powerful indeed and the gnome miners likely had little combat experience. As for the gnome mages, Bruagh and Terser can both personally attest to the grappling strength of the things. If there are more, the party does not know. The section of the mine you are in has not been fully explored.
Ooc there is some gems within the creatures, my laptop died and I will get that posted tomorrow
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 68/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Tuesday December 17th, 2013 11:26:28 AM So that's what that was. I felt something pressing at me, but in my rage I could not tell what it was, or if it was really coming from the ooze creatures.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 57/67 - CMD 24 Tuesday December 17th, 2013 1:32:29 PM "What?" The dwarf stands bewildered, staring at his allies as they tell him about the mind-controlling ooze. "How could something like that even manage... well, something like that?"
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless 4d6=20 ; Tuesday December 17th, 2013 2:45:21 PM
The young cleric of Domi clasps her hands and bows her head just before she creates a wave of healing energy for the teammates surrounding her. OOC: Emeralda has just healed up those who need it for 20hp.
"I have never heard of such creatures before," Emmie admits, "But it stands to reason that, within The Wold, all things are possible. If these...liquid stone things here...were somehow able to influence the way a person's mind works, then that would probably explain how those spellcasters were quickly overwhelmed. Spellcasters with muddled minds are like shooting cave fish in a puddle..."
Karnas (L1-6 L2-7 L3- 3): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Tuesday December 17th, 2013 3:28:57 PM
Karnas nods. "Indeed, Confusion can screw with us pretty badly. If not for the greases, we might have had far more trouble, if their casters didn't know the spell or another suitable counter, they would be in a very bad situation only made worse by being confused."
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 73/101 Tuesday December 17th, 2013 10:21:30 PM
"Do we think there are more?"
Exploring Deep Mine Umbra: Combat over Tuesday December 17th, 2013 11:51:13 PM
The bodies of the creatures continue to dissolve away as the party plans their next moves. Soon there is little left to show the things ever existed at all, save a acrid smell to the air and what appear to be some precious and semi precious stones. Nearly 50 in all, totaling to nearly 4,500 gold pieces in value
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Wednesday December 18th, 2013 2:18:03 PM
"We should probably try to see if we can backtrack these things," Emeralda says, peering at the disappearing goo, "...ooo...they seem to have left behind some gems or stones...maybe we can tell where they came from by finding out where these gems are normally found within the earth..."
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 70/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 88/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday December 18th, 2013 3:42:50 PM Maybe we should have some light in here, if only to reflect off of the gems that they may have eaten and make them easier to see.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 57/67 - CMD 24 Wednesday December 18th, 2013 5:44:03 PM "There have to be more. Three puddles of ooze causing all this trouble?" The masked dwarf shakes his head. "Too simple. I still have twenty gold riding on necromancers at the end of this tunnel."
Exploring Deep Mine Umbra: Combat over Wednesday December 18th, 2013 10:33:50 PM
going to wait til tomorrow for some direction and input from others
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday December 18th, 2013 11:33:52 PM
Sam reloads his crossbow. He peers further down the mine and wonders what other monsters could lurk within its depths. He follows the lead of the others as always.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 73/101 Thursday December 19th, 2013 7:44:19 AM
Bruagh picks up the stones and asks the question. "Is everyone ready to push on?"
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 70/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 88/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Thursday December 19th, 2013 11:10:26 AM I fear that if we encounter more than a handful of these, our weapons will not last long enough to dispatch them. We should go back and procure some stone weaponry from the gnomes that we may better fight them off. Emerelda can't exactly be restoring our equipment in the midst of battle.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Thursday December 19th, 2013 2:49:09 PM
After healing up anyone who needs it and making sure the salvageable weapons have been duly Mended, Emeralda is eager to make sure that the oozes can be backtracked. She will scoop up the gems if nobody else does and hold onto them for distribution later.
Karnas (L1-6 L2-7 L3- 3): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Thursday December 19th, 2013 7:19:44 PM
Karnas looks to Terser: "You do realize my Earth elementals, which are made of stone, were destroyed by the acid? This acid eats everything it seems."
Exploring Deep Mine Umbra: Combat over Thursday December 19th, 2013 10:32:43 PM
The group discusses briefly about returning for other weapons that might better resist the creature's acidic residue in case there are more of them. The elemental a, made of earth, were affected as well though. With that, the party is probably best off using the weapons they know best
Emeralda scoops up the gems for keeping and the party continues to explore the area. It takes another 3 hours to fully explore the section, but the Grim Guard are satisfied that they have explored the area quite thoroughly. They now find themselves standing at the bell and a closed door.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Friday December 20th, 2013 12:25:30 AM
If it appears that the means for summoning forth the gnomes to release the Grim Guard from the mines is going to take a long time, Emeralda will take 20 to set up and prepare the best possible meal she can, utilizing the Gourmet Chef's kit she has in her possession. (If the Grim Guard don't have to wait too long before they're let out, she'll wait until the party returns to their inn at the Gnome Settlement above before asking to kindly "borrow" their kitchen so that she can cook this meal for her group.)
"A mission that has resulted in a well-fought battle!" the young cleric of Domi chirps enthusiastically, "I can't think of a better reason to celebrate our victory with a home-cooked meal that'll stick to your ribs..!"
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 57/67 - CMD 24 Friday December 20th, 2013 3:04:09 PM
The Oathbreaker seems grumpier than usual, pacing irritably around the tunnel, muttering something about oozes.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 73/101 Friday December 20th, 2013 8:28:10 PM
BrUagh rings the bell in precisely the manner described.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 70/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 88/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Friday December 20th, 2013 10:28:14 PM Hmmn, strange that the elementals were damaged, but the stone floors have no etching, and Oath's shuriken were undamaged. Ah well. This area is clear, are there any other sections to explore? Perhaps we should get a map from the gnomes as well.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Saturday December 21st, 2013 5:26:43 AM
Sam waits patiently for the results of the bell-ringing. He uses his time pondering if he'll ever be able to speak again...
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 73/101 Saturday December 21st, 2013 8:42:26 PM OOC: Hey guys, I apologize for continuously missing a midweek post. I go to work at 10pm and get off at 6am so I often forget which days I have, and have not posted. I'll get into the swing of things once I get used to working the graveyard shift again. Just be patient with me.
Leaving Deep Mine Umbra Sunday December 22nd, 2013 9:00:39 AM
The door opens rather quickly and there is the gnome valet, his cautious and confused expression turning to one of bubbling excitement. Remembering his place though, he simply nods and begins escorting you back through the minor maze of passages, up the elevator and back to the rooms where he had first met you. "Please wait here and I will inform Head Master Vasphour of your readiness to meet again. Make yourselves comfortable." With that, a bow and a smile, he leaves, shutting the door behind him.
It takes a couple hours for him to return. He enters with a loud knock, "Master Dwarfs, if you would follow me, I am to escort you to the headmaster." he takes you up the back flight of stairs and into the small study-like room where you had first met with Head Master Vasphour.
The valet leaves and Vasphour gesture for you to sit. Upon hearing what had gone on below and what the things were like, he merely nods, asks only a few minor questions and then produces a set of vials in a darkwood coffer box lined with red velvet and hinged in black steel. "As agreed, the vials of Figmatous Residue. Under the vials is a parchment map taking you from here in Brightenstone to the nearest Ley Line, about 7 days hike north by northwest. Whoever plans to enact the spell of transport has to coat his hands in the residue. Everybody else just needs to follow the standard rules."
With that he asks if you have any questions, reminds you of your oaths of secrecy and wishes you well on your journey.
Party XP 1,070 Each
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 70/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 88/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Sunday December 22nd, 2013 12:19:22 PM Thank you, sir. We're glad to have been able to help. Hopefully, you won't have any problems in the future, though you may want to take guards with the miners for the immediate future.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Sunday December 22nd, 2013 6:16:22 PM
Sam nods as they receive the residue. Although the Grim Guard has killed the oozes and are now on the way to save Tahni, the silent gnome wonders if any other monsters await the miners.
Karnas (L1-6 L2-7 L3- 3): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Monday December 23rd, 2013 4:59:59 AM
Karnas nods as well, happy to get back to the main goal.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 70/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 88/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Monday December 23rd, 2013 5:57:37 PM
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Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 73/101 Monday December 23rd, 2013 6:59:41 PM
Bruagh silently wonders how to use the residue to find Tahni.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Monday December 23rd, 2013 8:43:21 PM
"Before we go," Emeralda says, "We really ought to have that dinner I was talking about, and rest up and prepare for that hike--seven days!" She shakes her head, her braids flapping a bit. "We'll want to make sure we're ready to face whatever is out there..." Off she goes to "borrow" the use of the kitchen, and perhaps even to speak to the cook to compare culinary techniques...
OOC: Emeralda would be taking 20 and engaging the cook in Professional Cook talk as she does so. Hopefully she'll make a friend along the way, too...
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 73/101 Tuesday December 24th, 2013 6:59:17 AM
Bruagh smiles to Emeralda. "That diner sounds fantastic!"
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Tuesday December 24th, 2013 11:52:54 PM
Emeralda sets to cooking, making the very best food she can from what's available. When her work was done, she very enthusiastically brought the large platter to the table and happily served her friends.
"Eat hearty!" the cleric bade her friends with a grin, "--you never know when we may have the opportunity to cook in a proper kitchen while we pursue our quest..."
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Wednesday December 25th, 2013 12:10:28 AM
Merry Christmas, one & all!
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 70/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 88/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday December 25th, 2013 10:16:54 PM
Merry Xmas all :-) hope everyone is getting to spend time with their loved ones.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Thursday December 26th, 2013 12:19:28 AM
What a send-off feast! After making friends with the cook in the inn's kitchen, Emeralda managed to talk the gastro-gnome (hee, hee!) into allowing the cleric to help dress a shroombeast for roasting. Shroombeasts were animals the size of sheep who grazed on the underground fungi that were found in abundance in certain cave systems of The Wold. If one knew how to prepare a shroombeast properly, one could produce an abundance of chops, steaks, ribs and even make some excellent jerky that would be PERFECT for traveling from just one beast!
So it was that Emeralda was able to present to the table at which her comrades sat a platter of braised ribs with roasted tubers & roots, complimented with a sauce that smelled of herbs and mutton.
"Here you are..!!!" announced the young priestess of Domi, setting the large platter before them with a flourish and her signature grin. "Just the sort of 'stick-to-your-ribs' meal we can march on!" She flipped one of her long braids back over her shoulder so that it would not interfere with her dishing up the meal.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Monday December 30th, 2013 1:52:17 PM
checking in--I'm sure that Emeralda is helping the Grim Guard to make merry with a delicious dinner!
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Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 70/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 88/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Monday December 30th, 2013 8:30:04 PM
checking in as well - I'm sure Terser is glutting himself with food and ale.
Leaving Deep Mine Umbra Monday December 30th, 2013 8:35:36 PM
Vasphour nods and moves to shake Terser's hand. "Thank you again good dwarfs, you've done Brightenstone and the whole Scab a great deed. ". The group retires to the inn and Emeralda is supplied with all she needs and full access to the kitchen to prepare a celebratory meal. The normal staff of the kitchen is on hand to assist and the result is quite spectacular. Costs and payments are never mentioned by the owner or any of his staff through the long night and nothing is held back from anyone who asks.
The morning finds the party very well refreshed and ready for the trek ahead. Seven days through the Scab to the mountain known as Sister Two. Vasphour provides no map, citing rules against showing Brightenstone as a reference point upon a semi permanent transportable device. His directions site multiple landmarks and the group is sure they will arrive at the ley line promised in the alpine meadow of the southeasterly slope of Sister Two in seven days. The trip promises to be difficult and involve either magic, or moderate climbing skills to obtain the elevation of the meadow, but Vasphour has said it is not overly dangerous.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Tuesday December 31st, 2013 7:36:16 AM
Sam changes out of his fine clothes and into his traveling wear. As he packs his gear the bard smiles.
"Tahni...we're coming to save you."
With that silent thought, the gnome joins his dwarven brethren (and sister). He loads a cold iron holt into his crossbow and slings it on his shoulder.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Thursday January 2nd, 2014 12:41:25 AM
Emeralda checks to see if there's a shop that has a climbing kit available for sale. If so, she will make sure to buy such a kit, as Climbing is NOT a skill that she has any sort of experience with.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 70/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 88/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Thursday January 2nd, 2014 12:22:59 PM Don't worry, Miss Everbrawl. Climbing isn't so hard once you start, and we have had at least a few experiences with it. Hopefully this won't be too much harder.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday January 2nd, 2014 10:10:39 PM
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Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58; Bless Friday January 3rd, 2014 11:20:22 AM
Emeralda will also make sure that the supplies she used on the trip TO the Gnome city/town/settlement are replenished, too. She isn't the type who would allow her teammates to starve on a trip to a ley line...
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