Kiwina (Steve M) (30/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Thursday November 1st, 2018 8:37:12 PM
With an unconscious opponent at his feet, and no other oponents moving, Kiwina considers how best to immobilize the bramble, or whether to deliver a coup de grace. He quickly decides against outright killing the fellow, and sets about trussing it with a rope.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 13/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Friday November 2nd, 2018 12:44:26 AM
Tsak uses his medical kit to see to Gothruk and Rolth's wounds, bandaging any bleeds and making Rolth sit before he falls down.
He calls to the members of the Ag clan to bring water and food for the ailing members of the party.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Inspire Courage / +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 29/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 2/5 d20+7=17 ; d20+7=20 ; d6+1=3 ; d6+1=4 ; Friday November 2nd, 2018 6:48:43 AM
With an enemy between him and Gothruk Falco takes a small step forward and goes back to using his bow, launching a pair of arrows. {Hit: 17/20 Dam: 3/4}
Elyas (Ben A.) (30/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Friday November 2nd, 2018 9:48:41 AM With Carlyn dead, hopefully her influence can be removed from this one. if we can avoid killing him it would be best. Ramsey has shown that brambles are not just monsters.
Elyas looks around the battlefield, looking for anything worth picking up. he retrieves the magic item from the witch's body and checks her for anything else. He is not skilled at healing so leaves that to the more capable party members.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Friday November 2nd, 2018 2:15:46 PM
Finnian run to heal
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 18 (T16/F13) -4/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status:Mage armour, Stabalised Friday November 2nd, 2018 2:25:09 PM
Gothruk relinquishes whatever conciousness he had been able to maintain, falling into turbulent dreams of running through a hedge maze, being chased by thorny viny masses with little dwarf legs.
Why does it always have to be plants? He murmurs bearly audibly.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (-3/36) HP | AC: laughable; Status: See below Friday November 2nd, 2018 7:42:40 PM
Rolth goes down. "Let it be said that I went down fighting..." Rolth sinks to his knees and falls over on his side. His vision would go black if he wasn't already blind.
Effect Tracking: Blinded Fatigued Unconscious Toros Taur Try (minotaur, +1 Perception and Intimidate) – 8.2 minutes remain Rage 10/10 rounds used (inactive) Spells Slots 1/2 used
Fight With Carlyn RD 9 (DMS) BATTLE MAP ((Remember, Entangle zones are Difficult Terrain (Double Movement and no Charging!) Thanks)) Friday November 2nd, 2018 7:58:56 PM Tsak Rezar begins trying to help his allies and bring in the Ag Clan to help Finnian moves over to his unconcious allies to help them. Elyas looks over the battlefield for anything of any value. Rolth Niheow falls unconcious. Kiwina ties up the unconscious Bramble. Gothruk allows unconciousness to take him while waiting to be healed. Falco Ambersier takes a final couple of potshots, missing the unconscious body of the Bramble before realising the enemies are all down.
The Ag Clan comes in with some supplies to help, water and some food and medical kits, however they offer them to you to use on your allies rather than do it themselves.
The enemies are all incapacitated, either dead or unconscious, and rummaging through all their belongings and seeing what there is you discover -
Bracers with a magical Aura A sickle A heavy Crossbow An amulet with a magical Aura 657 gp Four magical oils A bag with a magical aura Five greataxes A dagger One Masterwork Leather armour designed for a Minotaur.
You still have two allies and two enemies unconscious. What do you do now?
Kiwina (Steve M) (30/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Friday November 2nd, 2018 11:32:15 PM
Kiwina considers going to tend Gothruk and Rolth, but concludes in his current state this would just be traumatic for the minotaur. Besides, they are being tended. And he feels like just settling in and not moving.
Can't think like that. You're a centaur, not a shrub, he tells himself. The wounded need to be tended, and Caryln's compound needs to be investigated.
He ambles over to secure the other unconscious bramble.
--- Adjusted con: 18 (plant-y) Bark-like skin, Adjusted AC: 17 Adjusted HP: 35/56 In effect: longstrider (1 hr) Adjusted move: 15' Spell memorized: magic fang Aumakua have no more spells today
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 18 (T16/F13) -4/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status:Mage armour, Stabalised Saturday November 3rd, 2018 4:43:08 PM
Gothruk examines the magical Amulet, but it suddenly turns into vines and starts wrapping him up. (He's still having bad dreams)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (-3/36) HP | AC: laughable; Status: See below Sunday November 4th, 2018 8:22:15 PM
Rolth dreams of bounding through our tapestry into the Sargrass and fighting foes for the glory of Domi...
(OOC: Still unconscious, but presumably stabilized by the ministrations of his friends.)
Effect Tracking: Blinded Fatigued 2/8 Unconscious Toros Taur Try (minotaur, +1 Perception and Intimidate) – 8.1 minutes remain Rage 10/10 rounds used (inactive) Bardic Performance 6/6 rounds used (inactive) Spells Slots 1/2 used
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 13/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+7=24 ; Sunday November 4th, 2018 11:56:24 PM
(Heal: Long Term Care=24) Tsak is worried about Rolth. He's not exactly sure how the barbarian's rage works, but it seems to extract a huge toll on the liontaur at times. The half orc sets about seeing that his friend is all right. He starts a fire and uses it to make some herbal tea, creates compresses for the various wounds and generally makes his friend comfortable. Tsak will ensure that Rolth rests properly for at least half a day, longer if Rolth will submit to it, and that he is fed and hydrated during this time to replenish his energy.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Inspire Courage / +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 29/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 0/5 Monday November 5th, 2018 7:03:15 AM
Falco continues moving forward to help those that fell.
"If anyone else was injured move close to me please."
Knowing the enemies are down he gets close to Gothruk and Rolth and lets the power of the warper-sar was thought him. To be safe he calls on the last of his power for the day and again lets his teammates be headed.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d8+1=6 ; d8+1=3 ; d8+1=7 ; d8+1=9 ; Monday November 5th, 2018 8:59:52 AM
Finnian pulls out the wand of CLW and begins healing his friends.[heal Guthruk= 9, Rolth 16]
Do we wand to heal up a bunch, I just did 4 wandings to get y'all awake.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+10=21 ; d20+10=21 ; Monday November 5th, 2018 2:32:02 PM
Elyas nods his thanks to Falco as the healing energy washes over him. Much better, thank you Falco
Elyas looks over the cllected assortment of loot and picks up a few of the magical items trying to figure out their use.
Amulet spellcraft: 21 Bracers spellcraft: 21
((GMs, should i roll separately for each item? Is it possible to take 10 on the spellcraft check? and how many should i do at a time? I can't remember how long the process is supposed to take. If it is possible to just sit down and take 10 on all of the items, Elyas can get a 20 on each check))
It's over! The Fight is over! Monday November 5th, 2018 6:05:44 PM Tsak Rezar attempts to help Rolth, to ensure that Rolth is healthier. Finnian uses a wand to heal up the rest of the Petals. Elyas attempts to look at the magical objects and figure out what they are. Rolth Niheow stabilises thanks to his friends and allies Kiwina goes to tie up the bramble. (Can I please have a Survival check for knots?) Gothruk shifts around in his sleep, fighting some imaginary foe or danger. Falco Ambersier calls all of the Petals to surround him so he can heal them.
Elyas looks at the magical objects, attempting to determine what they are.
(Rules link - Spellcraft My understanding is you need to cast Identify or Detect Magic, however I feel you would get some idea of the magic involved. It takes 18 seconds, three rounds to do a check, and you can’t really try again without something to change what you know (either someone else aiding your or something changes) I am going to say you cannot take 10, as failure could lead to a misidentifying.)
Elyas manages to figure out that both the Amulet and the Bracers have an Abjuration field around them, and that the Amulet has a more potent one. ((OoC: You’ll need to do it once for each item, and it would take you a few minutes to attempt to figure out each thing. For the Oils, you will figure out exactly what they do if you pass the check))
The rest of the Petals catch their breath as the Ag Clan come filtering back in having heard the fighting finish and that it has died down. Ramsey is amongst them and comes over to the Petals.
“Is the witch dead then?”
He asks in earnest, apparently hopeful that she is gone, anger also flashing across his face.
Kiwina (Steve M) (41/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+12=24 ; Monday November 5th, 2018 7:49:51 PM
(roll: survival = 24 for knot tying)
Once the bramble is secure, Kiwina shambles over to Falco to be healed.
I wonder if this is permanent without the witch using a potion."Ramsey, could I ask you about how your transformation was accomplished?"
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (24/36) HP | AC: 10; Status: See below Tuesday November 6th, 2018 6:10:13 AM
Rolth wakes up to darkness, but hears his friends all around him and smiles. "I reckon that Domi still has work for me to do. Thank you, my dear Petals!" With that, he sits back with a sigh of contentment as he sips the herbal tea and waits for the fatigue to subside.
Effect Tracking: Blinded Fatigued 3/8 Toros Taur Try (minotaur, +1 Perception and Intimidate) – 8.0 minutes remain Rage 10/10 rounds used (inactive) Bardic Performance 6/6 rounds used (inactive) Spells Slots 1/2 used
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Inspire Courage / +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 29/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 0/5 d20+8=10 ; d20+8=11 ; Tuesday November 6th, 2018 6:53:01 AM "Glad you are back with us Rolth. I have the energy to heal one more person but I would like to hold onto it in case we hit further problems. Oh, the witch is alive over there."
Falco turns and also checks out the items that have been found. Casting detect magic and once he has what he needs he attempts to identify the items. {ooc: and he rolls garbage of a 10 and 11}
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F13) 16/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: None Tuesday November 6th, 2018 9:33:22 AM
Gothruk wakes groggily looking around.
Well that's relief, good to SEE you're still alright Rolth, things looked dicy near the end there. Come to think of it that spell, Mage armour, that protected me really well, I'll have to get a wand of that when next we can rest. Though, I also don't think I could get a wand to work myself... Lions of the Ag, do you know where we could get our friends fixed up? Rolth is blind and Kiwina is a bush. That's assuming Kiwina dosn't want to stay a plantaur?
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+10=19 ; Tuesday November 6th, 2018 10:36:55 AM
Elyas continues to study the two magical items as those in the party with skill as healers examine the injured. he identifies the type of magic on the amulet and bracers using Detect Magic and then attempts to figure out their function.
spellcraft of 19 on the amulet.
(OOC: still a little confused by the wording of identifying magical items. it says that you use detect magic to identify the items, and that it takes 3 rounds. does that mean that it takes the three rounds as per usual for detect magic, then i make a spellcraft check at the end to see what the properties are? or that after detecting magic it takes another 3 rounds per item? confusing because both things are 3 rounds, but detect magic could be used on many items at once, so it seems slightly different.)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Tuesday November 6th, 2018 4:27:05 PM
Tsak is feeling much better after Falco's healing magic and knowing that Rolth and Gothruk are on the mend. The fact that Kiwina is bushed is berry bothersome. Since it stemmed from the witch shouldn't it wear off soon? Tsak decides to leaf it to the scholars to work out and branches out in search of more loot.
The Aftermath Tuesday November 6th, 2018 4:34:29 PM Tsak Rezar Finnian Elyas continues to look at the magical items to discern more from them. Rolth Niheow continues resting as his body is aching. Kiwina finishes his rather good knots, gets healed and then speaks to Ramsey. Gothruk immediately asks after ways of healing his friends. Falco Ambersier looks over the magical items, but fails to discern anything of use.
((OoC: My understanding is thusly - You may spend 3 rounds looking over a magical item, at the end of which you get to make a Spellcraft Check to discern it’s magical properties. If you have do not haveDetect Magic you can determine that it is magical (and by extension I always say you can learn the schools too). With Detect Magic you can identify exactly what it does, and with Identify you get a +10 bonus to the check, unfortunately Falco failed on his checks to learn anything, so there is little more you can do until something changes.))
You continue tending to the wounded and looking over the magical items that you found, but finding out little of any use. Ramsey responds to Kiwina.
“Well she forced us to drink a potion of some description… though what appears to have happened to you doesn’t look quite the same as what happened to me and the others… I don’t know if there’s anyway to reverse it.”
The Liontaurs nod to Gothruk, and one of them speaks,
“There should be availability at Chessford, or maybe Wandering Roost… though I don’t know what it’d cost…”
Ramsey then speaks to the assembled Petals.
“I am so sorry for my brethren… she had us under some kind of spell… though that is no excuse… may I ask… do you know anyone who may take us in? I’m sorry to ask more of you… but… we have nowhere else to go…”
((OoC: After a few minutes Kiwina returns to normal. Also, you all Gain 600 XP, for dealing with the fight, especially since you managed to deal with the first round diplomatically))
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (24/36) HP | AC: 10; Status: See below Tuesday November 6th, 2018 7:50:18 PM "Did someone gag the witch too? I for one have no interest in hearing her cackle again. Maybe you could search the ruins for clues to her nefarious plot. Who knows, maybe she is but a minion of a greater power." Rolth looks forward to the day that he can see these wondrous magical items that everyone is talking about. In the meantime, it looks like he thinks the tea is quite good.
Kiwina (Steve M) (41/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Tuesday November 6th, 2018 8:01:52 PM
Kiwina talks to Ramsey in a soft voice, because he doesn't want to upset the captured brambles if he's wrong, "As I recall, before the fight the Ag said something about the brambles being different but still being taurs. Maybe they could find a home here. We'll do what we can. . . But you -- you belong with the Rose. You aren't thinking of leaving, are you? What about Amaretto in Chessford?"
Louder, he says, "Wait. The witch is still alive?", thinking he heard someone say that.
----- In effect: longstrider (~50 min) Adjusted move: 60' Spell memorized: magic fang Aumakua have no more spells today -----
OOC: Someone already added XP to the party tracker. Adding loot to the loot sheet. (Mark, I may need an explanation of some of the fields.)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Wednesday November 7th, 2018 1:10:04 AM
Tsak wonders whether he added too much medicinal brandy to Rolth's herbal tea? He's also very happy to see Kiwina returning to his normal self.
Gagging the witch is a great idea, I'll check on that. Her being alive is a good thing I think, but it adds complications. What do we do with her?
He then decides to take Esmerelda for a walk through the ruins to see what else the witch was up to and to think about Ramsey's question of a home for the brambles.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Inspire Courage / +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 29/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 0/5 d20+3=20 ; d20+9=25 ; Wednesday November 7th, 2018 7:31:14 AM
Falco is frustrated by his inability to identify the items mumbling that his connection to the arcane is weak at best now. Instead he goes and check the bonds, or ties them if no one else did, on the witch. {ooc: Survival 20}
That done he turns to the others. "We need to search the area, I am pretty good at spotting things but I would rather someone stay with me, best not to be caught alone if something is laying in wait."
{Perception Searching Ruins: 25} {ooc: If it is a larger area I can take 10 for 19}
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Wednesday November 7th, 2018 10:04:27 AM
Elyas continues looking at the amulet Almost there, I think I've got it now
After he finishes his examnation of the amulet he looks up and listens to the til end of the conversation about the witch We should bring her back to answer for her crimes. who would judge her actions on this island?
I probably should have just killed her... now that we're not fighting her it gets complicted... one stab of a knife and everything would have been so much simpler...
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F13) 29/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: None Wednesday November 7th, 2018 11:05:08 AM Thank you for your assistance Finnian, I feel like I wasn't almost stabbed to death a couple minutes ago. Ha ha ha!
How far are these places, Chessboard, wondering roost? Are they places we would be welcome? Gothruk asks the Ag
If they were under spell then it fidn't cease when she fell, I don't understand Magic enough to know another way to such an effect. Maybe when I have seen more of the world and understand it's workings then I could save those folks rather then being forced fight for my very life. He tells this to Ramsay, he also nods along when it is suggested that he stay along side us aboard our ship.
I shall come with you Falco.
Make sure no one eats the witch till we get back.
The Aftermath Wednesday November 7th, 2018 6:03:26 PM Tsak Rezar also talks about ensuring the Witch can’t talk. Finnian continues healing the rest of his party, looking to make sure they are all well again. Elyas tries to find a break through with the amulet, and laments not finishing off the witch when he could. Rolth Niheow seems more concerned with the witch than with anything else. Kiwina seems surprised that the witch is still alive while he begins to return to normal, and shows concern for Ramsey. Gothruk helps Falco search the ruins. Falco Ambersier checks on the witch, then begins searching the ruins that you are in for anything of interest.
Upon closer inspection the witch is near death. It doesn’t look like she will survive much longer without some form of healing. She is unconscious and not speaking. Her wounds are very grave.
As Falco and Gothruk search the ruins they find very little of interest. They find some signs that the ruins have been lived in by Carlyn and her Brambles, using it as a base of operations, with a surface with a map on it, that shows where they have been causing trouble. It looks like they were planning on stepping up the attacks soon, but you have put an end to that in no uncertain terms.
Ramsey responds to Kiwina.
“No of course I won’t leave… but… my fellow Brambles won’t be welcome back home on the Minotaur isle… we are for lack of a better word, freaks. Though I am glad to see you getting better Kiwina. It is a good thing you were not cursed to remain this way. Again, I am sorry that my brethren attacked you and were so… reliant on her… it saddens me to think their minds have been lost to her machinations.”
The Ag Clan continue to help out, they move around the ruins, securing the area some more, and respond to Gothruk’s questions about how far away these places are. The comment that between all of you (themselves included) you have plenty of supplies, even though the journey will take a little bit longer with one member of your party blinded.
You need only let them know you are ready to go, and you can head off to wherever you choose.
Kiwina (Steve M) (41/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+10=19 ; Wednesday November 7th, 2018 8:19:53 PM
If no one else has, Kiwina will tend the witch (heal = 19), although he has misgivings about keeping her and two devoted bramble followers prisoner together. He asks the Ag lesder, "If we left these two bramble minotaurs here, without armor or weapons, what would you do?"
As for where to go, once the ruins are explored and secure, and the party is rested, he thinks the party should head back to the Rose, and find someone who can help Rolth. (Perhaps Carlyn could, but he would not trust her to do so.)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (24/36) HP | AC: 10; Status: See below Wednesday November 7th, 2018 9:05:47 PM
Rolth replies to Ramsey, "I for one do not think that you are freaks. Perhaps the agency behind your change is unusual, but it seems that Domi is testing us, to see whether we will accept different forms of taurhood as one and the same. Here on this very isle, we saw young taurs who were of more than one type. I firmly believe that we are on a path to reunite taurdom, and that one day we will all be Noble again in more than spirit."
To his fellow Petals, he asks, "What if these fellows were to swear service to us, forswearing the sins of the their past, and take up arms in the service of all that is right and good? Would you accept such oaths, freely given?"
Also, I wonder whether the witch back in Pym or maybe a priest there might be able to heal my sight. It is somewhat disconcerting..."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Thursday November 8th, 2018 2:19:15 AM I'm up for that Rolth, if these two make the appropriate changes to their attitudes then they can learn to sail the Rose under Captain Kiwina and First Mate Ramsey.
Tsak agrees that heading back to the Rose and heading to a town so they can find a healer for Rolth and a magistrate for the witch is the way to go.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Inspire Courage / +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 29/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 0/5 d20=19 ; Thursday November 8th, 2018 6:31:41 AM "As I have changed so much I cannot say that others cannot as well. I agree with Tsak, if they want to reform and join the crew they can be taught to sail and help the Petals as we help others.."
He also checks Rolth's eyes to see if there is anything he can do. {ooc: Can I tell what would be needed to help him? Rolled a 19 and have +6 in Arcane/history/nature/religion}
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:21/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None; CLW 19/50 d20+7=17 ; d20+7=22 ; d20+7=11 ; d20+7=21 ; Thursday November 8th, 2018 7:47:30 AM
[Spellcraft, Bracers 17, Amulet 22, Oils 11, bag 21] Whule the others secure the area and check on the witch Finnian sits down with some of the magical items and attempts to decern what they do.
My understanding is that we can retry failed Spellcraft checks the following day.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F13) 29/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: None d20+4=8 ; d20+8=19 ; Thursday November 8th, 2018 9:50:49 AM I have trouble believing they will change their ways so hastily, they had their reasons to do what they did. My question is what has changed that would make them change their own path. If anything they would be in a better position because we would not expect an attack or betrayal. Also, they tried to kill me with crossbows and axes...
I am not a scholar, and my travelling are only beginning can you tell me about chessford and wandering roost? Which would be more in need of stoic adventures, and which has better drink!
Gothruk helps lead Rolth back to the Rose for travel. Hopefully the Ag will show us off. He'll also steal any cooking ingredients from the plantaurs base of operations if he sees any he recognises. Perception=19, Profession Cook=8
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Thursday November 8th, 2018 10:39:50 AM
If Elyas still hasn't been able to Identify the amulaet and bracers, he will hang on to them and continue to look at them on the Rose a little later.
"Ramsey has become a great member of our crew, I see no reason why we shouldn't give these others the same chance. they were under magical compulsion, which I know the pain of all too well...
Elyas' face looks dark as he says that. "the witch needs to be held accountable for what she has done. she has taken these Taurs' lives from them, as surely as she had killed them. After being transformed and then forced to do her bidding, how can they just go back to their old lives? We've seen just how accepting the locals are of anything new or different...
The Aftermath Thursday November 8th, 2018 7:35:59 PM Tsak Rezar agrees that the two remaining Brambles could be put to good use on the Rose Finnian checks over the magical objects to see if he can figure out what they do. Elyas express some concern that the Brambles will not be accepted. Rolth Niheow speaks kinds words to Ramsey and about the other Brambles. Kiwina tends to the Witch’s wounds, and inquires of the Ag Clan leader. Gothruk expresses concern that the two remaining Brambles are not to be trusted. Falco Ambersier inspects Rolth’s now useless eyes, unfortunately discovering very little. His eyes are perfectly functional, they are just not working. This is clearly the work of magic you know it would need magic to undo it.
((OoC: With regards to Spellcraft checks being repeatable, I have always understood it like a Knowledge check. You either know it or you don’t, repeating it won’t teach you anything new (having said that, if you can come up with a good reason you should get another check, i.e. having access to additional books/colleagues etc then I will allow a second check). You cannot discover what it actually does without Detect Magic, which is where it states you can do it once a day. If anyone is actually expending a Spell slot for Detect Magic or Identify can you state it somewhere, as so far I cannot see anyone has done so (just want to make sure I’m not missing someone saying they’ve done it.) Sorry for the wordy response))
The Ag Clan leader says that they would most likely just leave them here to fend for themselves. He’s not sure if they would be accepted anywhere as their not really Taur, or at least not pure Taur. They are all for rescuing their cursed brethren but he doesn’t really know where they can go from here.
The Witch, though she was near death is stabilised and still tied up well enough to be carried back to the Rose for your onward journey.
The Ag Clan explain to Gothruk that Chessford is the only town on the Liontaur isle, and the Wander’s Roost is a tavern within it where several locals frequent. So where do you choose to go?
Finninan please read - Highlight to display spoiler: {The amulet and bracers both have an Abjuration aura around them, with the Amulet having the stronger one. The Bag has a very weak Transmutation aura around it. Without magical assistance you will not be able to tell anything more from these items.}
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (24/36) HP | AC: 10; Status: See below Thursday November 8th, 2018 10:30:13 PM
Rolth recalls that he is carrying some manacles and offers them up to help restrain the witch. He asks of the Ag chieftain, "Do you have among you a shaman or priest that might heal my sight?"
Regardless, Rolth thinks the party should go back to Pym, to report the news of this victory and return to our ship. There might also be a priest there who could help him, or maybe the goodberry-planting witch will show us some favor. Otherwise, we can return to Chessford, which is likely to have someone able to help.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Friday November 9th, 2018 1:12:32 AM
Tsak thinks that returning to Chessford with the witch makes the most sense and is also the best option to find someone who can restore Rolth's sight. He votes for sailing straight there on the Rose.
He's still happy to give the two new brambles a chance, but as the party is effectively two members down then any sign of insubordination would be the end of the beautiful friendship.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Inspire Courage / +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 29/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 0/5 Friday November 9th, 2018 7:09:37 AM "It seems we have done what we can here. Pym and then Chessford unless something else comes up is my vote."
{ooc: I thought you could do a spellcraft check once a day on an item.} - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:21/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None; CLW 19/50 Friday November 9th, 2018 8:03:14 AM
[ooc--detect magic is one of the orisons that I always have prepared along with create water so I will use detect magic. "When using detect magic or identify to learn the properties of magic items, you can only attempt to ascertain the properties of an individual item once per day. Additional attempts reveal the same results". CRB pg 106.as for why I guess if you don't know you could say that you are studying the auras more, though I could see a case being made if you misidentify the item you wouldn't get a second chance,but why would you try again anyway.]
Finnian stows his bow in it's quiver, and having finished healing the other party members returns to Rolth. "The journey back will not be any easy one without your sight. Please, if you will, allow me to guide you." he rests his hand on the proud taurus shoulder and will guide him wherever the group deems that they should go. "Adventuring further would be foolhardy, I think Chessford or Pym both are good options."
I vote for the closer option.
Kiwina (Steve M) (41/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Friday November 9th, 2018 9:28:19 AM "I would say we should look up Cassia and see if she knows anywhere the brambles would be at home," Kiwina mentions, "but she's at the Violet Keep and Minotaur Isle is probably the last place these fellows want to be seen."
"Seriously, though, should we wait for them to heal up enough to walk them out of here, or leave them? I'm for taking Caryln to the authorities, and don't mind taking her out before she can walk."
Kiwina agrees that they have to go back to Pym to find the Rose. From there Chessford would be closest, but is not their only option for looking for help for Rolth.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Friday November 9th, 2018 10:23:38 AM
(OOC: Elyas is using detect magic, I believe I stated that on my second attempt to ID the items after you explained it the first time. though if you didn't see that line that would explain why it is taking him so long to get any info!)
"Our two priorities should be to get Carlyn to the authorities and getting our companion his sight back. Would there be any place in Chessford tha could handle incarcerating a powerful witch? i don't like the risk of her just getting out again using mind control abilities. if we're not going to take justice into our own hands (not that I'm against doing that mind you), we have to be sure that it will be done properly."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F13) 29/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: None Friday November 9th, 2018 12:01:54 PM To pym to get the Rose, then Chessford for justice and recovery!
To Chessford! Friday November 9th, 2018 6:22:50 PM Tsak Rezar votes Chessford Finnian aids Rolth in heading towards the Rose Elyas express concern about the ability to hold Carlyn. Rolth Niheow votes for Pym or Chessford Kiwina votes for Pym to recover the Rose and turning Carlyn over to the authorities. Gothruk says Pym then Chessford. Falco Ambersier votes for Pym then Chessford
((OoC: Sorry, if you did mention using Detect Magic I did miss it. As for Zeke’s response, if you are using the spell you can try once a day, if you’re NOT (i.e. just using flat Spellcraft) you can only try once, sorry for any misunderstanding. Based on the fact I missed it, I will say you have managed to identify everything, as between you, you each have passed enough rolls to figure out what everything is.))
The magical loot is as follows - Bracers of Armour (+1), Amulet of Natural Armour (+2), Oil of Cure Serious Wounds, two Oils of Cure Moderate Wounds and one of Protection from Energy, the bag is a magic based Tanglefoot bag.
The Ag Clan nod their assent, and will help you carry the Brambles back to Pym as needed and help maintain a guard around Carlyn, who between being gagged and tied up would be incapable of magic even if she were awake.
Your journey back to the Rose is uneventful, which is a welcome respite. Along the way Ramsey constantly apologises for his Bramble friends almost to the point of being a little annoying, he also heaps thanks on you for giving two of them a chance. He does express some concern as to what will happen to the rest of the Brambles for now, but admits it is something to be discussed with those who sent you on this mission.
Once you are back on the Rose, the two other Brambles apologise for their behaviour and explain Carlyn was controlling them with one of her magical items, that seems to have stopped working, but the last vestiges of control were still over them when you defeated her, a quick bonk on the head seems to have seen them right though. They thank you for the offer to allow them to work on the ship, and immediately get to work learning. Though neither of them have any experience, they begin learning in earnest to try and figure out exactly what they need to do, asking questions and constantly trying to improve as you head back towards Chessford.
After a the journey is nearing its end, you see in the distance the town of Chessford, and with it, arrive your hopes of curing Rolth and getting Carlyn locked up.
((OoC: Please take the time over the weekend to do a bit of RP. If you want to post more than once please do, then back again on Monday we will snap to the last scene or two to conclude the module.))
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (24/36) HP | AC: 10; Status: See below Saturday November 10th, 2018 11:14:18 AM "Thank you Finnian, a guiding hand from my WLA brother is always a good thing, and doubly so in my current state. It is friends like you that keep me from despair despite this affliction. I must admit a bit of...concern that I might prematurely end up like our retired acquaintance back at the Wanderers Roost.
That sounds like quite a haul of loot. Any thoughts on how best to distribute it? Also, where did that interesting scepter go?"
Kiwina (Steve M) (41/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Saturday November 10th, 2018 11:23:09 AM
(OOC: Updated the loot sheet with the magic items)
As the group travels back to Pym, Kiwina's excitement begins to grow. It is now clear that he was uncomfortable being so far inland, and he admits as much when he mentions that his connection with the spirits is stronger near the water. Helping Rolth through the trees (okay, so he's only watching those who can navigate the trees themselves help Rolth. . .) and over the rough terrain is slow and frustrating, but that is no match for his growing cheerfulness.
While traveling, he also talks about the division of the party's gains. Without trying to direct who gets what, he mentions, "Those bracers would probably be good for Rolth or Gothruk. They are our main fighters, and don't have much for armor. . . Tsak is also a figher, and not as tough by nature as us taurs. Maybe the amulet would work better for him than for us." Personally, he would like to carry one of the potions, perhaps Protection from Energy. "In any case, all all of the magical items seem to be useful. I don't sell them."
Once at the ship, his main concern is keeping the new brambles occupied with tasks that give them no time to spend with or near Carlyn as the party sails back to Chessford. Carlyn should be bound and gagged in a secure location, stripped of any potential spell components, and checked on regularly. Kiwina stays above deck, though, more concerned with the sailing.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F13) 29/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: None Saturday November 10th, 2018 12:50:01 PM
[b] Rolth my dear friend your wits and claws are far too sharp for you to end up like those old soldiers any time in the next few decades.
As for items I wouldn't mind that fancy Amulet, I've shared my weakness being my disappointing defence however between mage armour and that I wiillfeel I might be able to properly act as a wall. Taking hits alongside Rolth. I was going to buy a wand of Mage armour at next convenience, and see who would be able to use the thing.
As for how we could share the loot I can only think of two ways. We keep a ledger of all the loot we've got and record how much each person has taken from it, any items wanted by more than one person are given to the one who has taken the least. Otherwise we keep it flexible and work it out as things come as we've been doing so far, it avoids a lot of paperwork but could lead to infighting at some point when both myself and Tsak really want the feather boa of piano mastery.
Kiwina (Steve M) (41/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Saturday November 10th, 2018 10:29:44 PM "Sorry, Gothruk, I don't know where we'd fit a piano on the Rose."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (24/36) HP | AC: 10; Status: See below Sunday November 11th, 2018 11:08:16 AM
Rolth likes the free-spirited "work it out as we go along" method. He notes that anyone who wears armor will not benefit from the bracers. The bracers also will not stack with mage armor. Right now, of our front liners and switch-hitters, Rolth has the worst AC (12-14) and Gothruk is not permitted to wear armor.. All of our martial types benefit from wearing no heavier than medium armor, and Rolth as a charge-monkey most of all. Rolth isn't sure where all that leave us, but wanted to share his thoughts re the factors at play. Probably best for Gothuk to get the amulet, since the rest of us can eventually acquire better armor.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:21/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None; CLW 19/50 Sunday November 11th, 2018 11:35:15 PM
Finnian laughs along with the others at Gothruk's jokes and enjoys the lighthearted walk back. He takes in the sights and sounds of the forest as he is the eyes for both himself and Rolth.
"Surely we will find someone who can help heal your sight. I think retirement is a ways off for you yet. As for the loot I don't see any reason for me to take anything. While they would be helpful I generally try to stay far away from the fighting"
If they pass by the trees that seemed like the could be slumbering treants he goes out of his way to say a prayer to Maab for them and to ask them for guidance on his next adventure.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Monday November 12th, 2018 12:38:41 AM
Tsak's happy go lucky nature means that he's comfortable working out loot as it becomes available.
I'm fine with you having the amulet as I spend the best part of most fights at bow range while you charge in. But that means I get first dibs on the feather boa.
Tsak wonders whether he can train Esmerelda to carry healing oils and potions to other party members as required. He spends some time aboard the Rose trying to send the cat to various party members but all he receives in return are haughty and unamused feline stares. In the end he gives up and drops a line over the edge of the boat, trying to catch a fish.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Inspire Courage / +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 29/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 0/5 d20+7=27 ; Monday November 12th, 2018 8:42:29 AM
As they travel Falco spends his time doing what he can to help with the ship and keep things moving quickly and cleanly. {Prof Sailor: 27!!!} In his down time he spends time preying and looking for ways to help Rolth. Unfortunatly he finds little success and tells him as much.
"Rolth, I am sure that if I were more advanced in my connection with the Warper-sar I could bring back you sight. In time I will if no one else can but our hope is with a more experienced cleric I think. Its kind of a shame, I would love to show off what a sailor I have become?"
Regarding the magic items. "Clearly those items are meant to bolster our front ranks. I would take one of the oils of cure moderate wounds, if I am low on magic or the situation is right it would be good to get someoen back in the fight."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 16 (T13/F13) 29/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: None Monday November 12th, 2018 9:00:30 AM
Gothruk happily takes the amulet of natural armor. Thankyou friends, with Sable gone I fear I have large boots to fill in the front-line, even for a Minotaur.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Monday November 12th, 2018 10:25:46 AM
Elyas finishes identifying the magical items and hands them out as he is explaining what they each are.
These will definitely come in handy for our fighters. we have almost lost you guys a few times already, you need all the protection you can get! the rest of us like ot hide behind you, and we need you to stay up and fighting!
As they load up on the ship, Elyas sits off to one side, keeping an eye on the new Taurs. He believes that they were acting under compulsion, but he is still concerned that that doesn't automatically mean they were nice folk to begin with. He will want to make sure they are good taurs before leaving them to have free reign of the ship.
Docking at Chessford Monday November 12th, 2018 1:31:48 PM Tsak Rezar spends the majority of the journey back relaxing, and trying to train his rather untrainable Esmerelda. Finnian helps Rolth and takes the time to pray to Maab for help moving forward. Elyas keeps a close eye on the new Deckhands, being prudent to ensure that they are watched closely as they prove themselves. Rolth Niheow thanks Finnian for the help and discusses the loot, and notes that Gothruk would be the best person have the Amulet. Kiwina ensures the Brambles are kept working during your journey to Chessford and also continues conversing with his fellow Petals. Gothruk talks about how best to split the loot and how he would also like the Amulet of Natural Armour Falco Ambersier laments his inability to heal Rolth’s sight, and hopes that you can find someone who is capable of healing his eyes soon.
As the Rose arrives in Chessford, you see on the docks as you approach Gynm, the man who sent you on this mission, apparently waiting for you to return, obviously having been told that the Rose was inbound. He waves at you all as you come ashore, and smiles as he sees you have apparently been successful.
“Well met! I see you have brought the Witch and some of her servants back! Very good! Guards!!” He calls for a few guards to take the Brambles and Carlyn herself away while he continues to talk to you.
“I see that you have decided to employ a couple of these Bramble fellows as well. I trust that you will be able to keep them in line. As for these others, they will go on trial with Carlyn. Speaking of that, myself and Chief Eldorn would like to speak to you tomorrow just before noon if you would, see your side of events and what happened, before we make any determinations in what to do about Carlyn and the other Brambles. If you would meet us at my home, we would be most appreciative.”
He gives you directions to his home and with that, bids you farewell, giving you approximately 24 hours to decide what to do.
How do you spend your 24 hours?
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (24/36) HP | AC: 10; Status: See below Monday November 12th, 2018 4:44:11 PM
Rolth for one is happy to meet with Gnym and the Chief tomorrow. He continues, "Sir Gnym, perhaps in your wisdom you can guide me to one who can aid me. For I have lost my sight in the battle, and we do not seem to have the power ourselves to overcome this foul magic. Do you know someone here who can help?"
Assuming that Gnym knows of someone, Rolth would like to go visit them immediately, with help from one or more of the Petals.
Kiwina (Steve M) (41/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Monday November 12th, 2018 9:28:29 PM
Kiwina would be happy to help Rolth, and can ask at the WLA if Gnym doesn't have a suggestion.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Tuesday November 13th, 2018 3:04:57 AM
Tsak's cunning plan: - stick with Rolth and do what he can to get his sight back - relax with a few calming ales, a hearty roast meal and a comfortable bed - be presentable by mid-day to see what lies in store for the petals next...
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Inspire Courage / +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 29/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 5/5 Tuesday November 13th, 2018 7:26:37 AM
Falco walks to Gnyn and extends a feather covered hand. {ooc: I assume a owl man showing up would be a bit of a surpise.}
"I look different but this is Falco, the former wizard. I would like to discuss these brambles that we have brought back a little. They are not bad or evil and the witch used them and even changed their form. I understand the need for trial as they did act against societ but I would like to speak on their behalf to the judge. Honestly some of the other petals may want to as well." he pauses to consider his next comment but decides to go forward with it "The brambles are taur if that is what they began us just as I was born a halfling and now look differently they were born Taur. They need to be judged fairly and, when found innocent, accepted into society. As the warper-sar changed me the witch changed them."
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:21/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None; CLW 19/50 d4=1 ; Tuesday November 13th, 2018 7:42:57 AM
-Finnian will continue to guide Rolth -Report into WLA about the events, and while not as well versed as others attempts to weave a tale that would do their battles justice. -Crafts 1 arrow.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Tuesday November 13th, 2018 9:47:12 AM
Elyas takes some time to make himself presentable, and cleans his clothing and equipment. he then flops down for a nice long nap for half of the day, happy to be done with that rather difficult confrontation with the witch. it has only reminded him of the evils that are possible with the arcane, especially enchantment and compulsion magics. He is angry at what happened and spends some time wrestling with whether he should have killed Carlyn when he had a chance in the heat of battle.
Why is it justified to kill a combatant in a fight, but mere seconds later it is not? one more hit with my knife or a bolt to the chest and she would be gone and I would be thanked for defeating a dangerous foe. but wait until after saving my comrades and it would have been murder. where is the line?
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 16 (T13/F13) 29/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: None Tuesday November 13th, 2018 10:38:36 AM
Gothruk goes out looking for a wand of Mage armour. As he dislikes the current situation with Rolth being blind he also does some reasurch on maybe getting potions/scrolls/wands that could help avoid these situations later on.
The Debrief. Tuesday November 13th, 2018 8:56:46 PM Tsak Rezar takes the time and relaxes, preparing himself for the meeting the next day. Finnian will also help guide Rolth before reporting to the WLA. Elyas waxes Philosophical. Rolth Niheow immediately goes out to seek out someone to heal his eyes Kiwina aids Rolth, suggesting other possibilities if the first plan doesn’t work. Gothruk looks out for some magical items and anything else that’ll help protect from these sorts of things again. Falco Ambersier offers his voice to help aid the Brambles when they come before the Chief tomorrow.
During the 24 hours you have spare you all go about several tasks that you choose to do.
Tsak arrives feeling refreshed at Gynm’s house.
Finnian goes to the WLA to inform them of what has happened after dropping Rolth off to a healer.
Elyas thinks about where the line is.
Rolth thankfully finds someone to heal his eyes ((It costs 150gp))
Kiwina helps Rolth find a healer, who is capable of healing Rolth’s eyes.
Gothruk manages to find a merchant who can sell some scrolls of Cure Blindness/Deafness for 375gp each, there are up to three available.
Falco offers his voice, and Gynm nods thoughtfully. “Yes, I’m sure it’ll be helpful. We will talk more tomorrow with the Chief… we will have some questions that we can answer all together.
The next day you come to Gynm’s house, which is a nicer house than most of the others, and you are guided into a dining room, along one side is Gynm and Chief Eldorn, an older liontaur with a large blonde mane, sitting in the middle of the table with a cup of water in front of both of them, Gynm indicates the chairs on the other side of the table, there is a seat and a cup of water for each of you.
Once you are seated, Gynm clears his throat and Eldorn speaks, he has a low gruff voice.
“So, you are the ones that defeated Carlyn. Tell me what happened.”
Once each of you has spoken about what happened, he nods for a moment, as if thinking.
“What of these… Brambles? Or Bramble...taurs?” As he says the word “Brambletaurs” he seems to have a measure of disdain for using the word “Taur” on the end of “Bramble.” Gynm looks a little unsure of the disdain.
Kiwina (Steve M) (41/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Tuesday November 13th, 2018 9:53:48 PM "What of the brambles?" Kiwina repeats, not so much repeating the question as trying to understand what the chief is asking. "They are taurs, although manipulated both magically and mentally by the witch. I could not say what they were like before she changed them, but believe they were and are just as good or bad as anyone you might meet."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Tuesday November 13th, 2018 10:30:40 PM
Tsak, who is used to being seen as a 'half-orc' first, and Tsak second (if at all) is not happy at the direction the chief seems to be taking. He wonders whether what he's seeing is part of the root problem that plagues the taur races?
It would be overly simplistic to see the group as the defining characteristic. These are individuals. They have strengths and weaknesses, like we all do. You do yourself and your people a disservice if you dismiss them out of hand because of the group that you have decided that they belong to. Ramsey has been a boon to the Petals, as have Maurice and Sebastian in the short time we have known them. That is who and what they are, not a bunch of 'insert tribe here' for you to dismiss en masse!
Red-faced the half-orc tries to fade into the background now that he's said his piece. He slips into the (large) shadows cast by his tauric friends and hopes he hasn't started a war...
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/36) HP | AC: 14; Status: none d20+9=24 ; Wednesday November 14th, 2018 7:00:27 AM
Rolth is overjoyed to have his sight back, and rushes around to every bright and colorful thing in wonder. Upon joining the others at Gnym's house, Rolth picks up where his fellow Petals left off. "Chief, I know that they are new and unusual, but the brambletaurs do seem to be taurs after all. These fellows were manipulated, magically and otherwise, by the evil witch Caryln, but are still taurs for all that. I think that these times are a test set before us, to see whether the various taurs can overcome their differences and once again be united in Domi's service. And regain our Noble status! Look at the children being born now that are mixed--strange to us, but one step closer to Domi's ideal! I encourage and entreat you to give these new taurs a chance to prove themselves. And in the process, give us a chance to follow Domi's path. What say you?"
(Diplomacy = 24)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 16 (T13/F13) 29/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: None Wednesday November 14th, 2018 9:22:36 AM A little bit of weariness never hurt anyone and I think this situation could use some. Less so for what they are but more so that we don't know how they think quiet yet. Carlin used Magic yes but there could be sone loyal to her. That and we have no evidence that the spells are gone. I would perhaps have them magically tested, maybe by a Paladin who can detect evil. After that I would be willing to accept them into any part of Taur society that they want to be in. Also, I prefer plantaurs to brambletaurs, but that's just me.... Gothruk steps back after sharing his report.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Wednesday November 14th, 2018 9:48:34 AM
After the others have spoken, Elyas quietly interjects "We all have our scars, sir. Some are more visible than others. they may change the path of our lives, but they do not define us. it is the same with the Brambles I think..."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Inspire Courage / +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 29/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 5/5 d20+6=9 ; Wednesday November 14th, 2018 10:16:52 AM
Falco lets the others speak before joining in. He speaks quietly once he has the chiefs attention, hoping to tie thing ogether.
"My companions have put things well but please indulge me for one more moment if you would." he swivels his head a bit before continuing "In the Wold the biggest constant is change. We all change with time, the races change, the diving powers change and our hearts change over time. Not long ago I was a halfling but, thanks to helping usher in change, now I am what is known as a beastman. I was wild in my youth and now want to help to better the Wold."
"These taurs were taurs and now are bramble as well. You can judge them no more on this then you can a dog by its breed or taur for its color. Palomino or chestnut or bramble the soul is the soul."
"Their actions were bad but they were not their own and we must believe in redemption."
{diplomacy: 9- son of biscuit!}
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:21/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None; CLW 19/50 Wednesday November 14th, 2018 3:44:52 PM
Finnian listens intently and thinks about his own mixed heritage. He believes that the others have done a nice job of articulating what happened.
The Debrief part II Wednesday November 14th, 2018 7:25:02 PM Tsak Rezar gets passionate as he defends the Brambles. Finnian remains quiet, ruminating on his own existence. Elyas speaks very quietly of a bad past. Rolth Niheow speaks of Domi’s ideals, and talks of how they were magically manipulated. Kiwina defends the Brambles, irrespective of what has happened. Gothruk admits that some of them may still be loyal to Carlyn, and even goes so far as to suggest the remaining Brambles be double checked. Falco Ambersier speaks, sounding clever, but perhaps not having quite the impact he was hoping for.
Eldorn looks over the group, thinking deeply. But not saying anything for quite sometime.
“I was asking more what happened with them, but I have gotten some understanding. They were controlled by this Carlyn, possibly, or certainly mostly, by magic. I assume you are all in agreement with that?”
He seems to pause for a moment before taking a sip of his water.
“What of the Witch Carlyn? Do you know by what manner she used to control them?”
DC 15 Knowledge (Arcana) Check Highlight to display spoiler: {She was using the magical rod she attempted to use at the end of the battle, but was out of charge and made useless.}
At this point, Gynm speaks up for the first time. “What do you think we should do with her?”
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/36) HP | AC: 14; Status: none Wednesday November 14th, 2018 7:58:58 PM "I for one would like to know more about her motives. We do not know whether she serves some greater power of evil. We also heard that she specifically wanted to kill us, the Eight Petaled Rose, and that is a mystery to me. The only motivation I can think of is what we did to a plant in the Taurnament, but that seems a rather vitriolic response. As for her broader ambitions, why come here to conquer, as her maps show clearly showed as her intention? I think there is some deeper current at work here, but do not yet understand it. Perhaps a response to the changes wrought by the Sarr? Anyway, I suggest that we find those answers before determining her fate. Absent some mitigating circumstance, however, I would not see her death as being too harsh a punishment for her crimes, including employing foul undead to attack peaceable citizens of this isle."
Kiwina (Steve M) (41/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Wednesday November 14th, 2018 8:41:34 PM
In response to the specific question that was asked, Kiwina says, "Sir, they have told us she had a magical device that controlled them. I only know that shortly after she was incapacitated, they seemed to rscover themselves." He also agrees with and is willing to elaborate upon Rolth's account of the battle at Pym.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Inspire Courage / +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 29/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 5/5 d20+6=24 ; Thursday November 15th, 2018 6:31:00 AM
{Arcane: 24}
"As was said it was a rod of some sort but it was spent when we got to her and we could not determine the exact nature. Whatever it was required the use of the rod and her being concious so its effects ended quickly and there was a dramatic change in the brambles. Honestly, I regret that we kill some of their numbers in ignorance."
{ooc: Assuming you mean a Rod in classic Pathfinder terms would it not regain its power over time? If so I would like to examine it unless it self destructed or somthing.}
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+8=21 ; Thursday November 15th, 2018 10:41:33 AM
know arcana = 21
"During the battle I was able to get very close to Carlyn and saw her attempt to use a rod-like device. I believe it was that device that let her control the Taurs." After the previous line of questioning, Elyas has started using and emphasizing the word Taur instead of Bramble. "As the battle came to a close, she attempted to use it one more time before I downed her but whatever magic it used had run out. The Taurs came to themselves shortly after she fell, though it is not clear if that was because she fell unconscious or because her rod ran out of power. It is also not clear to me whether the rod will be usable again in the future, but that is a risk I would avoid taking if at all possible. I would strongly request that the rod be destroyed.
"sounds right Elyas" Finnian adds without really adding anything.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Thursday November 15th, 2018 6:44:19 PM
Tsak is very happy that the rest of the petals seem to share his views on accepting folks who are different. He kind of knew this anyway, but it feels good to have it spoken aloud. He remains quiet as the conversation has turned to the details of how Caryln's magic worked. On this he has little idea or interest.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Thursday November 15th, 2018 6:47:26 PM
(Subbing for Gothruk) Gothruk too remains silent as the discussion wanders thru the details of the witch's magic. He's feeling a little queasy and is trying to remember what he ate and drank in town last night...
The Debrief part II Thursday November 15th, 2018 8:02:44 PM Tsak Rezar sits and listens, happy with the discussion. Finnian allows those that understood more of the magic at work to talk. Elyas notes that he specifically saw Carlyn trying to use a Rod, that seemed to be how she was controlling the Brambletaurs. Rolth Niheow wishes to take a closer look at the Witch, and perhaps interrogate her, to find out more about what she was doing. Kiwina notes that there was definitely a magical compulsion that forced the Brambletaurs to fight for Carlyn. Gothruk sits and listens, though perhaps not quite as comfortably as he once was. Falco Ambersier explains that he saw a magical item, but it was out of charge.
((OoC: Sorry, my mistake, I didn’t mention it the Rod would have crumbled to dust at the end of the fight… my bad!))
Both Eldorn and Gynm listen quietly to the responses, Eldorn snorting slightly at the constant usage of the word “Taurs” to describe the Brambletaurs. He apparently does not share the open mindedness of Gynm.
It is Gynm who speaks first, and with great confidence.
“We will speak to and interrogate the witch before deciding finally what to do with her. Your testimony is appreciated, and will allow Eldorn and I to make a decision as to what to do with her once it comes to her sentencing. IF, and I stress IF it is decided that execution is the route we end up going down because, as you said her crimes are both great and grave, would you like to be there, or would you prefer to put all this nastiness behind you?”
Eldorn frowns at the mention of stressing the word “If”. A hard look comes over his face as execution is mentioned.
((Sense Motive check DC 14 Highlight to display spoiler: {It would appear that Eldorn is definitely for executing Carlyn, and dislikes the idea of her being let off with simple imprisonment.}))
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20=5 ; Thursday November 15th, 2018 8:44:51 PM
(Sense Motive=5 Fail) Tsak is unable to determine if Gynm and Eldorn are in agreement or not. Inwardly he shrugs, that's their problem.
The young half-orc feels torn on the question of attendance at the (possible) execution. He doesn't really want to be there, and assumes there are better things that the petals could be doing. Smiting foes would be one example, others involve ale. He does however feel like maybe the petals 'should' be there as leaders in the community. After wrestling with his thoughts for a few minutes he comes down on the side of the community.
If it comes to it then I will attend the execution. Not to celebrate the death, but to support those in the community who must make such heavy decisions.
Kiwina (Steve M) (41/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+6=19 ; Thursday November 15th, 2018 10:43:22 PM
(Sense motive = 19)
"Personally, I have no need to see an execution, but I would like to know the outcome of her sentencing."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/36) HP | AC: 14; Status: none d20+2=19 ; Friday November 16th, 2018 6:33:56 AM
[b]"I do not relish the thought of an execution, but IF one occurs, I will attend to see the job through," Rolth says with a look at Eldorn, who seems to be rushing to judgment. (sense motive = success to note Eldorn’s inclination)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Inspire Courage / +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 29/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 5/5 d20+8=16 ; Friday November 16th, 2018 6:56:15 AM
i] {Sense Motive: 16} [/i]
Falco looks at Eldorn as the others talk, noting his reaction.
"I think some of us are all for execution, personally it is your laws I would not judge but I also would not do the killing unless it was in battle. I will watch, give her a chance to make piece with the powers of the Wold and pray over her corpse." he pauses for a moment "Practically, if she is alive we need to know that as well. It may leave a potential enemy at our backs if she is not repentant."
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:21/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None; CLW 19/50 d20+2=11 ; Friday November 16th, 2018 9:51:59 AM
Sense Motive= 11, Fail
"I too will attend, we brought her here and if it is decided that that is a fair sentence then I do not intend on shying away.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+3=18 ; Friday November 16th, 2018 10:16:56 AM "We are responsible for stopping her and bringing her in. We are witnesses against her. it would only be fitting if at least some members of the Petals were there for her sentencing. Whatever that sentence may be."
Sense Motive 18
Elyas nods subtly towards Eldorn as he says: "Personally, I would see her executed. She is dangerous, and has proven herself to be evil. Can we trust that a prison on this island is equipped to deal with a powerful witch long term? If she escapes at some point in the future and kills others in her revenge, are we not responsible? Our softness in passing just judgement could cause actual innocents to lose their lives, but we would be pretending to be merciful.
If need be, I am willing to be the one to strike the final blow as I should have done on the battlefield."
Looking somewhat embarrassed by his own outburst, but with a determined look on his face, Elyas sits back down and takes a long drink of water.
The End...? Friday November 16th, 2018 8:53:01 PM Tsak Rezar responds that he would attend the execution if needed. Finnian notes that it is the Petals responsibility to complete the task, however distasteful. Elyas again laments his unwillingness to finish of Carlyn on the battlefield. Rolth Niheow while preferring not to see more death, would come along for completeness. Kiwina would prefer he just is told the outcome. Gothruk remains quiet, still not looking at his best. Falco Ambersier is pragmatic in his response.
Eldorn nods, satisfied with the answers, then speaks.
“I see. Well it is good to know you would see it through and complete the process. However, we will let you know what her sentencing is, and if you will be required, though that may take some time, so please, do not dally around here if you have other things that are needed. Chessford and the Taurs are in your debt.”
Gynm gives a hearty laugh, slapping Eldorn on the shoulder in good humour before speaking.
“I have arranged for you to all stay at the Wander’s Roost in town for free for a week until you leave on your next mission, or just until you decide to just move on, should that happen before it. Think of it as my small thanks for all your help. Either myself or Eldorn will Send to you once we have decided what to do with the Witch finally, and should you wish to return you can tell us at that time. It has been a pleasure to see you all again, I hope we can work together again soon.”
He smiles widely and brightly before leading you out of his house and back into the City. He then returns to his home.
You are left in the Town of Chessford until you decide to leave and
((OoC: You all gain 400 XP for RP and completing a Quest, you also all gain technically 14gp worth of Services for the free week in an Inn (Good). Hope you enjoyed the module!))
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/36) HP | AC: 14; Status: none Saturday November 17th, 2018 9:53:19 AM
Rolth thanks Gnym for his hospitality and gift, and Eldorn for his leadership. To the Petals, he suggests that it might be a good time to visit the Catacombs to stock up on gear before our next adventure appears. Speaking of which, "Where should we go next?
(OOC: Someone want to take charge of selling the extra gear in the Catacombs? Also, please note in the loot sheet what items you have selected from our recent haul.)
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Saturday November 17th, 2018 11:09:20 AM "Where should we go next? Why, we should become more familiar with the Rose, particularly -- and carefully -- finding out what terrains she can sail over. I personally have a standing engagement for tea with a dryad at Castle Violet that I would like to keep sometime. I believe someone was looking for a particular wood for a bow. We have friends to restore to their true natures and return home if they so wish." Kiwina talks animatedly for some minutes, "There is no lack of adventures to take before we eventually sail east to the rising moon."
All in all, it comes across that he wants to put the Rose through her paces and find out just where she can and cannot go. All of his suggestions involve sailing, of course.
(OOC: It looks like about 150 GP each after selling loot if we distribute the magic items and don't sell them. Went ahead and claimed a potion for Kiwina.)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/36) HP | AC: 14; Status: none Sunday November 18th, 2018 8:02:02 AM
Rolth also approaches Elyas and Falco to see whether they will help him figure out more about the Sargrass tapestry. "We know that it has something to do with conjuration. Wouldn't it be cool if it let us teleport the Rose back to the Sargrass? I would like to go back sometime, both for the adventure and for the chance to have my Sargrass woven into some armor. Will you help me figure this out?"
(OOC: I think that will take a spellcraft check with detect magic or identify, assuming it will work at all.)
Rolth will also ask Gnym and others whether by some chance there is someone in town who has the Manfri weaving skill. It seems unlikely, but one never knows!
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Sunday November 18th, 2018 8:47:33 PM
Spending time aboard the Rose, putting her through her paces and improving his sailing sounds wonderful to Tsak. As does a week free board at the inn. Does that include meals and drinks he wonders, best find out before indulging too much.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Inspire Courage / +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 29/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 d20+6=24 ; Monday November 19th, 2018 7:04:45 AM
Falco grabs two of the healing oils from the pile thinking they will help him keep everyone alive.
He nods when Rolth asks about the tapestry, realizing he needs to find a way to smile without lips. "Of course we do need to know what, if anything, it is used for."
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+10=20 ; d20+8=16 ; Monday November 19th, 2018 10:01:20 AM
Elyas also looks at the tapestry that Rolth brings out.
"Yes, without another emergency on our hands for the moment, this seems like a good time to explore more about the items we already have. This tapestry and the Rose itself both have unanswered questions. I will do what i can to help learn more about this one, then we could put our ship to the test!
Elyas joins Falco in trying to learn more about the magic of the tapestry: Spellcraft = 20 know arcana = 16
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