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Shopping for clues - DM BrianZ
Friday April 26th, 2024 6:01:11 AM
Burton: waits outside as some of the rest of the team report in. The crow seems to have left, it is no longer visible in the area.
Fingers: ends up out in the street, and quickly locates the rest of the team.
Lothlo: looks forward to commissioning an item from sturdy wyvern leather.
Kwarsk: asks about the type of leather and waits for reply. Well it is from my usual sources, ahem, cow hide of course. My supplier has a method of stretching it so it is extra soft and easy to work with. Kwarsk suspects Ivan is not being entirely truthful.
Naithi: asks about the cost. Ah, I misunderstood. Well, I'm afraid I can't give out material which could be used for other work. But please come and see me when you have the funds, I'm sure we will be able to make whatever you need. Ivan then resumes measuring Camalayaas for the item to be crafted later
Paige: suggests checking in with the guards next, and estimates it is between 2 and 3 pm.
Rhys: Kerelis hurries off before she is missed, with a 'pleased to have met you' Rhys makes some suggestions for the next move.
Zarsellet: shows one of the tools to Ivan. DC15 perception(also applies to everyone else at Ivan's shop) to display: Highlight to display spoiler: {Ivan's eyes widen is surprise for the briefest of moments upon seeing the tool}
With most of the team outside in the street, the remaining interaction is at Ivan's shop. There are many people about, going in and out of the shops, and doing their usual business. You get a few looks, some in recognition, and a few that seem...concerned. But overall, very little acknowledgement of the well armed people standing in the middle of the street.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 43/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+8=20 ; d20+7=17 ;
Friday April 26th, 2024 12:27:33 PM
OOC: Perception=20
Zarsellet smiles, slightly, when he notices Ivan's response to seeing the tool. "Good..... So Brel was right. He said it was a high quality tool, but I don't work leather. Or skin.... creatures. With a high quality tool like this maybe I could learn?" His face goes grim and he continues, "But since you do recognize this, perhaps you could explain how you know the previous owner?"
OOC: Intimidate=17. He's much better at Diplomacy....
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 29/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18
Friday April 26th, 2024 2:44:35 PM
Naithi doesn't want to give up on the leather that might be evidence. She is torn between having him save it for her and having it turned into something that may obscure anything incriminating on it.
What I want is a truly unique creation that is nothing short of breathtaking. Made from the finest quality leather, it must flow around the wearer like liquid silk, the front catching the light in a mesmerizing dance of blues and silvers while the back it the embodiment of darkness...a girl must be able to dazzle at parties and also to disappear into the night when she caught the unwanted eyes of dishonorable men.
Upon closer inspection, one should see that the intricate design mimicks the scales of a blue dragon, with raised ridges and swirls that give it an otherworldly texture. The hood fashioned to frame the wearer's face to great effect.
But the true masterpiece lay in the folds, opening up into wings to that I may someday turn it into wings of flying. They should unfolded with a quiet rustle, revealing themselves to be thin membranes stretched taut between delicate finger-like bones. The upper surface of each wing a rich navy blue, speckled with silver and iridescent markings that glinted in the light. The lower half, however, are to be a deep oceanic shade that seemed to swallow the light whole.
It should be a truly stunning work of craftsmanship, the cloak was both functional and beautiful - a testament to the ingenuity of those who created it. Naithi couldn't help but imagine herself soaring above the trees, her hair streaming behind her like a golden comet.
That's what I want it's main form to be. Naithi begins sketching on some paper.
I would like some intricate stitching that allowed for such flexibility. Each seam should hold a hidden pocket or secret compartment, perfect for storing trinkets and tools. The hood should be detachable, snapping off with ease to reveal the cloak's true potential - a chameleon-like surface that adjusted to match whatever style is wore beneath it.
To alter the style, one should simply needed to pull on specific tabs or tug at certain sections of the garment. One pull turned the cape into a hooded cloak, the cowl billowing behind her as she moved. Another twist transformed it into a short jacket, while yet another caused the cloak to expand into a regal robe with long flowing sleeves.
Please make this from a durable and light weight leather, but not that really nice leather. Please save it for me. I'll pay a deposit for the leather, and if the cloak meets my satisfaction I'll have you make a higher quality one with that.
ooc: Yeah, my imagination went a little crazy. Although not magical, I expect this will cost a lot more than a traditional mundane cloak, hopefully convince him to save the other leather for me. I'm not expecting any special bonuses from it, just to have fun changing my cloaks appearance at will.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 25/25 Fort: 4 Ref: 4 Will: 7 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 |
Friday April 26th, 2024 4:13:00 PM
Burton nods; "Lets go and find out what the guards have learned.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 51/51, CMD: 21 ()
Friday April 26th, 2024 6:17:51 PM
Lothlo listens as Naithi discusses her fanciful cape and Zarsellet mentions the tools.
Wow Naithi, that's sounds pretty cool, I can't imagine the amount of skill it would take to craft such a thing.
Ivan, I am curious what you know about those tools as well. Would you be so kind as to share what you know about them and their prior owners?
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 54/54, CMD 21/25 vs. Bull Rush & Trip. d20+13=24 ;
Friday April 26th, 2024 10:10:13 PM
(OOC Perception = 24 re: DC 15)
Kwarsk looks down at the scabbard, and then back up, and says, "Well then, not the workman's grade of leather I'm looking for.[/b]" Kwarsk turns and puts the scabbard back precisely where he picked it up from.
He then smiles, waves, and leaves silently.
Kwarsk works fast to locate the rest of the Patchers, hopefully before they've gone anywhere.
Kwarsk will tell each of them, in person, in a low voice, that he can reach that Ivan's shop is involved in this somehow, perhaps buying leather based on human skin from the murders the Patchers have been investigating. Kwarsk suggests they find a safe place nearby to further strategize.
(OOC - If I recall correctly, we're some distance from the Patch, so have to scrounge a table at an eatery or something.
Patchers Assemble!)
Shopping for clues - DM BrianZ
Saturday April 27th, 2024 8:04:15 AM
Ivan agrees it is a high quality tool. But otherwise it is standard for leatherwork. I have no idea why you would want to use it for such purpose, but I guess that is your business. As to the owner, well it bears no markings, and all of my own tools have my brand.
With that, Ivan returns his attention to the customer who seems interested in spending some money. He takes notes, and looks at Naithi's drawing. It sounds like a wonderful challenge, and I accept! Hmm, I don't think I can put a firm price on such a garment until I see how much labor will be needed, but I am confident we can make it. How does a 50 gold deposit sound?
Burton agrees with checking in with the guards.
Ivan already explained the tools seem to be standard types for leatherwork, except they are of high quality. He has nothing further to add to Lothlo's query.
Kwarsk attempts to gather the team so everyone can compare notes while having a quick bite to eat. He also believes Ivan's shop is involved in the murders.
{Most} of the team gathers at a small eatery nearby, within sight of Ivan's place. Between bites of excellent sandwiches, it is time to decide what to do next.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 29/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18
Saturday April 27th, 2024 11:59:02 AM
Naithi digs deep into her pouch and produces 200 gold coins and places them on the counter. "This is for the deposit she the cloak and to hold that fine piece of leather offer there for me, the collar for Camalayaas, and a new case for my travel harp. Something sturdy and lightweight, preferably with some room for extra strings and tuning tools. If the labor comes to more, let me know.[/b] Naithi also leaves him with her harp and a few empty potion vials, knowing from personal experience that they will be needed to mold and shape the leather around the objects for a perfect fit.
When the transaction and negotiations are complete Naithi remind the others and will share with them what she learned. [b] Some of that leather is...unusual. I can't tell what it came from. However, I've done enough leather working to know it is now from a common source. The weight, sturdiness, texture and suppleness are different for every creature. However this is not one I can identify. He wouldn't sell the unsweetened leather to me, so I ordered some custom items and put a deposit on the one I couldn't identify to be worked after I see how the other items turn out. Hopefully that will be enough to preserve any evidence. If not, I'll have a nice addition to my wardrobe.
ooc: For those wondering, Naithi previously made a check that revealed "The leather is very good quality and unusual; so unusual, in fact, that you think it is possible that it has come from an unusual source – possibly even a person!"
Naithi is fine spending 200+gp to preserve possible evidence from the beastfolk murders. She is also fine spending it on some unusual or exotic leather even if it is not evidence and not evidence / made from a person.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44
Saturday April 27th, 2024 2:57:14 PM
Rhys orders a pint of ale and a sausage roll from the eatery. Once everyone has arrived he details what they discovered. ”I don’t believe that Zenya’s Patchworks is involved. I’m afraid I may have pushed a little hard, but one of the workers their came to see us privately and spoke well of her and told us she has been tormented by Ivan and likely thought we were under his employ.”
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 54/54, CMD 21/25 vs. Bull Rush & Trip.
Saturday April 27th, 2024 3:33:49 PM
Once all (that Kwarsk could convince to join him) are there, Kwarsk shares his interpretation of deducing the same as Naithi: good chance the leather might have come from a person, or at least a creature where the leather would be unsavory or even illegal. He suggests determining a way to keep an eye on Ivan, find out who his suppliers are. He concludes, "Perhaps some of us are stealthy enough to track his movements each night after his shop closes, and others could keep an eye out during the day for any unusual visitors to his shop?Other ideas on following up on this lead?"
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 29/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18
Saturday April 27th, 2024 4:34:18 PM
As everyone discusses their findings the smell of the eatery causes her stomach to rumble and she tries to remember when she ate last.
She orders a Roast Beast sandwich for Camalayaas and a Marinated Steak Sandwich for herself along with some seed cakes to nibble on as the group discusses their next move.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 43/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8
Saturday April 27th, 2024 5:36:10 PM
Zarsellet orders a sandwich and a fruity drink if such is available. Listening to the others he adds his own comment. "When I first showed the tool to Ivan, his eyes widened with recognition. I'm sure that he knew who, or what had it before. When I pressed though he dodge the question. I'm sure that he's involved."
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 25/25 Fort: 4 Ref: 4 Will: 7 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 |
Sunday April 28th, 2024 3:50:22 AM
Burton makes notes of his friends observations. He casually mentions; "I may have seen the crow again." He nibbles at a cheese sandwich and a small ale before adding; "We could go and see how helpful the prisoner has been, possible ask the guards to find out what they were doing with the skin they stole. Or we could just burn down Ivan's leather workshop put him out of business for a while."
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13
Sunday April 28th, 2024 6:32:34 PM
Paige smiles widely at Burton. She likes the human’s way of thinking - especially the part about burning down the shop and putting Ivan out of business! Paige orders a sandwich made with grilled cheese, bacon, and blackberry jam on sourdough bread - and her second coffee of the day.
”I’m for going to see the guards, though we all don’t have to go. Those who want to stick around to watch Ivan and his shop, can stay nearby. Maybe take note of who might be their customers?”
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 34/34 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:3 Ref:5 Will:3 d20+12=17 ;
Monday April 29th, 2024 1:44:36 AM
At Burton's suggestion, Fingers almost chokes on the head of lettuce he was eating.
Burt, stop that! Please tell me you're joking. We're not burning anything.
Kwarsk gives me an idea though. While you're all following Ivan around at night, his shop must be...unattended, correct? Maybe a discreet look through the premises would teach us something.
Oh, and Naithi, I hate to second-guess you, but I would have also ordered something small made from that leather, like a wristband. It wouldn't have taken much time -- maybe they had some scraps there they could use. I'm guessing we could get as much information from that as from a larger piece.
Say, Zar, what is that drink? It looks good.
Shopping For Clues. DM: Nick
Monday April 29th, 2024 3:53:10 AM
Burton: Offers suggestions as to the way ahead.
Fingers: Offers his own advice – perhaps some ‘unofficial’ scrutiny?
Lothlo: Is impressed with Naithi’s ideas and asks Lothlo further about the tools – they aren’t his as they do not carry his mark.
Kwarsk: Offers ideas that might help secure further evidence.
Naithi:. Clarifies her actions – seeking to preserve evidence.
Paige: Decides to report to the guards.
Rhys: Explains about Zenya’s innocence.
Zarsellet: Believes Ivan to be involved – somehow – in the murders.
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The food is good, albeit the enjoyment is somewhat impaired by the odour of the leatherworks. Whilst the cured leather good have a pleasant aroma, the stench of the tanning works definitely undermines it. The pale ale is particularly good though and very reasonably priced. Apparently it is favoured by the workers hereabouts.
With everyone gathered and with no one close enough to overhear their conversation, a consensus on the way ahead is sought.
- Is there sufficient evidence to warrant calling in the guard? (A Guard that is currently stretched rather thin)
- Should they confront him directly and challenge him? Perhaps even arrest him for questioning by the guard?
- Should they play a longer, waiting game to try to determine who is is involved? Would such a delay put others at risk?
- Are there other options yet to be explored?
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 25/25 Fort: 4 Ref: 4 Will: 7 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 |
Monday April 29th, 2024 1:14:45 PM
"You spoil all my fun Fingers" says Burton with a smile.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 29/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18
Monday April 29th, 2024 2:34:58 PM
Naithi shrugs at Fingers comment. I didn't think of that. I wanted to preserve the large piece, incase it belonged to a beastfolk and we could use it to identify the victim. I felt that if I didn't focus fully on my order he might realize I was suspicions of him. I'm not good at questioning people, but I'm good at compartmentalizing things and just being me.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 51/51, CMD: 21 ()
Monday April 29th, 2024 4:02:44 PM
Lothlo enjoys the food as everyone shares their findings.
Naithi, I take it that Camalayaas wasn't able to confirm your suspicions? I'm not sure there is much we can bring to a guard at this point. Everything I found is just a hunch at this point with nothing to back it up. And if my hunch is correct, it could easily explained by him as he didn't know or was tricked. It may be worth reporting so that they have a record if killings start again, but with the guards stretched thin I'm thinking we need to to have more evidence if before they can prioritize a real investigation into this.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 43/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8
Monday April 29th, 2024 4:48:51 PM
Zarsellet holds the drink up for Muuru. "It tastes like pineapple, but a bit more tart. But the color.... What is the bright red? I don't recognize it but it is good. The taste is stronger than the stench here."
He takes another sip, considering the words from the group. Quietly he adds, "If we are to do some investigation at night, there will likely be guards, possibly that shouldn't be.... seriously hurt. Magic could be needed to put them to sleep. Or a good knock over the head that isn't enough to kill!"
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44
Monday April 29th, 2024 6:55:22 PM
Rhys finishes his beer and readies to leave. “I am going to visit the guards to see what if anything they have learned about the captive.”
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13
Monday April 29th, 2024 9:59:40 PM
”I’m with Rhys. We’ll just go to the gaol and speak with the duty officer. Give some information. Hopefully get information.”
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 54/54, CMD 21/25 vs. Bull Rush & Trip.
Monday April 29th, 2024 10:20:56 PM
Kwarsk says, "Rhys and Paige, that works...
As for the rest of us, I'm not sure if I would be of more use as a daytime lookout, when crowds are out and about, or as a nighttime lookout, since I can see in the dark, but then at night I'd need a good hiding place to be stationary in, kind of a hunter's blind, as it were.
Ideas?"
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 34/34 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:3 Ref:5 Will:3
Tuesday April 30th, 2024 1:34:24 AM
Fingers frowns at Zarsellet's comment. [b]You think they'd have a night watchman or something? I hadn't thought of that; makes sense for a large business.
But putting the watchman to sleep - magically or otherwise - would let them know that something suspicious had happened, even if nothing turns up missing, and I'd rather avoid that.
Can you do some bard trick to distract him for a while? Can anyone make me invisible? I've got a potion that's good for a few minutes...
Shopping For Clues. DM: Nick
Tuesday April 30th, 2024 4:11:20 AM
Burton: Teased Fingers.
Fingers: Advocates distraction over discernible intervention in investigating Ivan’s shop.
Lothlo: Expounds on the need for more conclusive evidence.
Kwarsk: Asks for ideas and preferences about surveillance of the premises.
Naithi:. Explains the reasoning for her order.
Paige: Says that she’ll go with Rhys.
Rhys: Says that he’s off to see what the guards have learnt from the captive.
Zarsellet: Advocates moderation in pursuing clues.
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With matters barely organised and plans hardly shaped, Rhys and Paige get up to leave. It will take some time to get to the Guardhouse, speak with the custodial officer and then return.
The weather promises to co-operate though. Thin, wispy clouds do little to diminish the brightness of the day. There’s no hint of rain and the wind removes the worst of the tanneries’ smell.
No one ushers the group out, but more food and drink is available if they want it.
Ivan’s seems quiet – insomuch as there are no customers coming and going. It would seem that Ivan’s prices deter all but the wealthiest. Conversely, Zenya’s has a slow, but steady trickle of workers popping in and out.
- What will everyone do?
-There is, as yet, no plan…..other than the hope that Paige and Rhys glean some useful information.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20=8 d20=9
Tuesday April 30th, 2024 10:33:54 AM
Paige makes sure Burton knows he’s welcome to be a part of the team going to the gaol to make a report and ask some questions.
The half-elf follows Riverside Road from the Guild Quarter past the Trade Quarter and through the Rogues Quarter where it links up with Skull Street into Nightmare Quarter. Her goal is the gaol where Guardsman Bersei brought the orphan Musetta when the elf-child was caught with some stolen merch. Hopefully Captain Garrick is around, too.
Once at the gaol, the cleric will confirm with whoever is in charge that The Patchers had handed over two nasty characters (an injured choker, and a dead skin stitcher) to a team of six guards the night before. The ‘creatures’ had been terrorizing folks in the Outcast Quarter and seem to have some ties to the tanneries or leather working shops in the Guild Quarter. The party is checking things out there (understanding how very busy the guards have been recently - what with the redeployment of so many in service to the dwarf Duncan.) She’ll ask if the guards’ questioning of the choker was successful, and if information could be shared with The Patchers to further their investigation.
Perception roll for time spent walking through the streets = 14
Diplomacy roll for the contact at the gaol = 15
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 43/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8
Tuesday April 30th, 2024 11:42:02 AM
Zarsellet considers Muuru's question. "My bardic music can be used for a fascination effect. It could distract guards while others were doing something that we don't want them to see. I could try to 'distract' two guards. The magic isn't strong enough for more, and of course then they'd obviously 'see' me." He pauses for a moment. "It wouldn't work against unintelligent things, dogs or such. Or I could try a hypnotism spell. That could work against dogs.... I'd still need an excuse for guards if there are any. Maybe I could just ask if they know when Ivan comes in tomorrow?"
"Paige could cast a silence spell on the group going in. Just in case someone scuffs a shoe or something."
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 25/25 Fort: 4 Ref: 4 Will: 7 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 |
Tuesday April 30th, 2024 1:28:15 PM
Burton nods and gets up to go with Paige and Rhys to see the guards; "Good idea I can pick up some kindling while we are away."
When the Patchers who are going to see the guards get there Burton lets Paige lead the conversation. He will add; "If you don't happen to know would you have any idea where the choker might have been taken for interrogation? We could head there as ask around."
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44
Tuesday April 30th, 2024 3:51:22 PM
Rhys follows Paige back to where the guards hold their prisoners. Perhaps a little more light can be shed on the matter by the choker or the guards who have interrogated it.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 51/51, CMD: 21 ()
Tuesday April 30th, 2024 5:33:29 PM
Lothlo considers the best course of action with the others.
Well, if Ivan knows that the creature was caught and that the tools were recovered then if he is behind this he'll likely either be trying to find a new supplier or trying to remove any evidence tying the operation to him. After how he looked at the tools I wouldn't be surprised if he immediately gets rid of anything incriminating... what do you think the odds are that this would includes making sure the creatures don't have anything in their base of operations that would lead back to him? That is to say, do you think if we keep an eye on him that he'll lead us to where the creatures were hiding out?
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 54/54, CMD 21/25 vs. Bull Rush & Trip.
Tuesday April 30th, 2024 8:26:24 PM
Kwarsk says, "Lothlo, that's a bit of what I was getting at - even if Ivan is only buying stolen skin from the murderers, we still need to see who he's cutting the deals with.
Watching Ivan's shop isn't a way to catch the murderers, it's to find the little fish, the thugs, the negotiators, that may lead us to the next boss, and the next one, until we find out who the big boss is.
So, best ways to spend time in this area without getting noticed as being out of the ordinary?"
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 34/34 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:3 Ref:5 Will:3
Tuesday April 30th, 2024 10:49:59 PM
Zarsellet: "Paige could cast a silence spell on the group going in"
Group? says Fingers with good-natured indignation. I'm not going in there with the whole bunch of you, even if you are silenced! Invisible AND silenced, maybe - but how am I going to order you around if you can't hear me?
No, this is a one-taur job, I think. Zar can stand by to distract the guards in case my potions wears off or something.
But since that "guard" is still hypothetical, maybe for tonight we just watch to see how they leave things after hours.
He calls to the server. Hey, can I get a mug of that red drink? Oh, and how late do you stay open?
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 29/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18
Tuesday April 30th, 2024 11:53:03 PM
Naithi agrees with the others ideas and offers her services to whichever group thinks she would be most useful.
Shopping For Clues. DM: Nick
Wednesday May 1st, 2024 3:59:18 AM
Burton: Elects to go with Paige and let her lead the questioning.
Fingers: Thinks it’s a job just for him and enquires how lare the shop stays open.
Lothlo: Is concerned that Ivan will destroy any evidence linking him to the crimes.
Kwarsk: Believes that Ivan is likley just a cog in a wheel and that they need to follow things to the end conclusion.
Naithi:. Agrees with the others and offers her services wherever they are deemed most effective.
Paige: Invites Burton and heads to the guard station to ask questions.
Rhys: Accompanies Paige and Burton to the gaol.
Zarsellet: Puts forth some ideas for investigating unnoticed.
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Paige, Rhys and Burton set off leaving the others to enjoy a pleasant day, delicious beer and not a lot else. Ivan appears once to shut the shop! He pulls the shutters down, places a “CLOSED” sign on the door and quickly vanishes back inside. About ten minutes later a small group of workers file out the back of the shop and head towards the hostelry at which the group are sitting. All are smiling and chatting amicably
At this point in time Paige, Rhys and Burton are barely half way to their destination.
All Perception 12Highlight to display spoiler: { You see a small group of crows over a steeply pointed roof to your right.}
Perception 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { One bird seems larger and is distanced slightly from the others.}
Perception 18 Highlight to display spoiler: { It seems to be watching you, yet there are no reflections from its eyes. Does it even have eyes?!}
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 25/25 Fort: 4 Ref: 4 Will: 7 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | d20+3=14 ;
Wednesday May 1st, 2024 1:32:42 PM
Burton rolls his Perception (14)
He spots the birds and indicates them out to the others.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 51/51, CMD: 21 () d20+12=30 ;
Wednesday May 1st, 2024 5:24:06 PM
Lothlo Covertly glances at the crows Burton mentions.
That big one almost looks like it's watching us... but oddly I can't even see eyes on it. Do you think it's some sort of fake? And this isn't the first time a crow has been following us is it?
Lothlo glances towards the rooftops again and does some mental math.
[b]...you know, I bet I can probably hit him from here. Anyone want to take a closer look at this bird that's been stalking us?[b]
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+8=16 ;
Wednesday May 1st, 2024 9:29:04 PM
Rhys looks upward and spots the group of crows, including the larger one in the distance. ”I wouldn’t annoy them. I was always told they can recognize individual people and remember those who did them foul. I had a childhood friend who befriended a crow and for years it would bring him small gifts…a shiny pebble, an acorn…stuff”
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 43/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8
Wednesday May 1st, 2024 9:51:46 PM
Zarsellet looks up, way up, at Muuru and puts his saddest expression on his face.... "Seriously Muuru? You know I'm pretty good at not being noticed! And how are we going to help you if you need something?...."
Then he grins and tips up his glass, letting the last drop drain. "Just kidding. But before you go let me cast a Heroism spell on you. It lasts probably longer than you will need it and helps you with any skills, and if you do get noticed and have to fight something."
OOC: Before Fingers goes in, Heroism. Duration 50 minutes. +2 morale bonus on attack rolls, saves, and skill checks.
"But I WILL be out front listening, just in case. If there's any guards I might just offer some entertainment to them. A private concert from a starving street artist. You know we have to practice somewhere, just about anywhere, until we become famous!!!"
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 54/54, CMD 21/25 vs. Bull Rush & Trip. d20+13=31 ;
Wednesday May 1st, 2024 10:04:26 PM
(OOC - Perception = 31)
Kwarsk listens to what the server told Fingers when he asked, how late do you stay open?, and if it's late enough then Kwarsk will, out of earshot of anyone but Patchers, say, "Hmmm... I think they're open late enough that we could leave for a bit, then split up with Fingers heading for the shop and I return here for a drink. Yell loud enough, or blow a signal whistle, and I'll come to the rescue! Perhaps I, Lothlo, and Naithi could be the cavalry for this?"
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20+6=22 ; d20=15 ;
Thursday May 2nd, 2024 12:16:37 AM
”I think it’s called a ‘murder of crows’” Paige says as she points out the group of black birds. ”That one, the big one, sure looks weird. It kind of looks like it’s watching - but I don’t see any eyes!” The cleric reflects on what she might have heard or read about such things, as she continues to hustle through the streets.
Perception = 22
Knowledge = 15 (+4 = 19 for History or Arcana, +6 = 21 for Religion) for any knowledge regarding the significance of the crows.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 29/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18
Thursday May 2nd, 2024 12:50:47 AM
Naithi agrees to hang back as the Calvary, and will also agree to summon a large bird to attack the crow if asked to do so.
Shopping For Clues. DM: Nick
Thursday May 2nd, 2024 3:35:21 AM
Burton: Spots some birds.
Fingers: Stands ready to do some snooping.
Lothlo: Thinks that the bird has no eyes and has been stalking them.
Kwarsk: Offers a strategy to assist Fingers.
Naithi:. Offers to be cavalry.
Paige: Ruminates on what she knows of strange crows and their ilk.
Rhys: Suggests leaving the crows alone.
Zarsellet: Offers magical assistance to Muuru’s endeavours and a potential distraction if needed.
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NB.
The group is split. The crow was only seen by Rhys, Paige and Burton.
~~~
At the tavern plans are put in place, but with many of Ivan’s workers now filling the seats talking discreetly is problematic, not that anyone seems to be listening. The workers are in good spirits, delighted at their unexpectedly short working day and with evidently no less of pay!
~~~
Paige leads the way and eventually they arrive at the gaol, long having left the scrutiny of any strange birds. Paige wracks her brain for what the particularly large crow – possibly a raven – might be. Her thoughts lead her down a disturbing path: it is undead! Of course, she couldn’t be certain, but it was a logical explanation. If it was an undead familiar to an undead mage, then surely that was news. Such thoughts though were banished upon arrival at the gaol. Much waiting ensued. There were evidently very few guards. At last they were admitted to the reception area and found themselves facing an imposing raised desk. Behind this was a surprisingly young man of swarthy complexion: a handsome man with long, black, curly hair. That hair was so lustrous and well maintained it seemed almost a wig.
“Ah, I recognise you!” He beamed in delight. “The fair Paige! It is a singular honour.” Such was the construction of the ‘desk’ that all had to look up to the man. It was almost as if they were in court looking up at the judge: in this case a very friendly judge. After Paige had explained the full reason for the visit, the man stared admiringly at her for a few uncomfortable moments before again gracing her with a cheeky smile.
”I cannot permit you to speak with the creature. I simply do not have the staff for that. No, I am not saying that you cannot handle yourselves, but this creature – it is clearly insane and should you kill it – how will I explain that? BUT! Fair Paige, how could I ever live with myself were I to see disappointment in those beautiful eyes? No, no! I could not. So, I will gladly impart that which we have learnt.”
“This thing is extremely dangerous. It and its accomplice are/were the killers responsible for all the deaths. You have done the city a great service, although I suspect that only the beastfolk will be truly grateful.”
“Now, WHY! Why you ask and to what end? Good questions, good questions, Fair Paige and would that I had all the answers. Yet this I can report. The creature was supplying a shop called Ivan’s Classy?….crafty.?. Clever?...Cuts. Whatever. That is whence all skin was taken. So, I think arresting this ‘Ivan’ is called for. Sadly, I have to remain here or I would be there in a trice! Hmm…..Mayhap one of your great wisdom could effect that arrest, Fair Paige. I can provide a Guard’s seal to make it official. Not that I would wish you to endanger even a hair on that beautiful head! Heavens forbid! Fear not, I am sure that pressures will ease soon and that some guards will be found to bring this villain to justice.” He leaned back but did not take his rich, dark eyes off Paige’s face. The other two were forgotten.
~~~
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 34/34 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:3 Ref:5 Will:3
Thursday May 2nd, 2024 4:09:45 AM
Wednesday's Perception check: Take 10 = 22
Hey! Hey! Fingers whispers urgently to the table. Ivan's kicked everyone out of the shop. Lothlo was right - he's getting rid of evidence. No time left for subtlety.
And with that, the minotaur grabs his gear and heads for the door.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+1=11 ;
Thursday May 2nd, 2024 11:15:46 AM
Rhys almost blushes at the embarrassment Paige must be feeling at this buffoons overt flirting. He can only wonder if the half-elf cleric will play along to get what she wants, or simply destroy the guard’s very soul with her icy glare. Either way this promises to be awkward…unless this is but a ruse, for Rhys does not remember meeting this guard before (Sense Motive 11)
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 25/25 Fort: 4 Ref: 4 Will: 7 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 |
Thursday May 2nd, 2024 3:09:30 PM
Burton steps slightly forward, gets the guards attention and says; "Yes, we can make the arrest, do we need to be deputies or anything if not the guard seal will be fine. As for the hair on Paige's head that will be the least of Ivan's worries. I assume you want Ivan mostly in one piece? However, if he resists too much we can't guarantee he will stay that way."
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 54/54, CMD 21/25 vs. Bull Rush & Trip.
Thursday May 2nd, 2024 5:00:38 PM
Kwarsk says to the Patchers, "I can handle 'no subtlety.' Let's go!" He leaves sufficient coinage on the table for the Patchers' meals, points it out to the waitstaff, and bolts after Fingers!
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 51/51, CMD: 21 ()
Thursday May 2nd, 2024 5:53:19 PM
Lothlo glances around to make sure Ivan isn't there.
Yeah, it's definitely possible he's destroying any evidence. Still, let's try not to be too reckless, we don't want to have all Ivan's workers chasing after us... or the city guards.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20+6=25 ;
Thursday May 2nd, 2024 6:34:12 PM
Paige’s eyes open wide when she spots the popinjay sitting behind the tall desk. They bug out when he addresses her using the most flowery prose the cleric has ever heard. She looks at her companions, then back at the loquacious fellow, while Burton speaks.
”Yes! The Guard’s Seal, please. NOW! Um…time is of the essence…my fine fellow!” The half-elf responds, trying to match the man’s speech. Paige flushes bright pink to the roots of her hair as she steps forward her hand outstretched to receive the seal - and flutters her lashes, before looking down demurely. (Diplomacy = 25)
Her companions better not say anything…not-one-word…
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 43/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8
Thursday May 2nd, 2024 8:33:29 PM
Zarsellet is surprised when Muuru gets up to leave. He runs after him.... "Hey Muuru! Fingers! Remember that not all of us have your long legs! And i can't sprint the whole way there. I don't have magic to enhance my walking speed!!!"
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 34/34 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:3 Ref:5 Will:3 d20+12=14 ;
Thursday May 2nd, 2024 11:00:58 PM
As Fingers idly thinks that he'll have to teach Expeditious Retreat to the bard, he runs to the front door of the shop. When he reaches it, he's about to bang on the door, but alerting Ivan might cause him to hurry up whatever he's doing.
Instead, he examines the door lock. (Perception: 14, +2 for traps)
[i]Spells remaining:
0th:
Read Magic (x99)
Ray of Frost (x99)
Detect Magic (x99)
Message (x99)
1st:
Floating Disk
Grease
Feather Fall
Other:
Mage Hand 3/day (SLA)
Hand of the Apprentice 5/day
Brooch: Any unprepared spell in spellbook (1/day)
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