An Commotion. (DM Jim) Monday October 11th, 2004 7:58:58 PM
From outside of the room that most of The Chosen are in, there is the sudden sound of voices. There seems to be an arguement of somekind going on out there.
Flat-top and Kale both see the same young acolyte approaching that led them to the room earlier coming back up the hall at a clip. He is being followed by an important looking man. He is wearing clothes of someone of some nobility, rich and rather tasteful though. He seems upset and goading the kid along to take him to see someone that is in the temple.
Father Yurt turns to the sounds that are traveling their way and shakes his head in wonder. He is too distracted to answer anymore questions right yet, but you are sure that he will get to it...in a minute or two.
Zeoll Monday October 11th, 2004 8:42:10 PM
Zeoll returns from his errand and joins Kale and Flat-top. He suggests that the three rejoin the main group.
[OOC: Still waiting for the catacombs. Will get PC sheet in soon.]
Leets Tuesday October 12th, 2004 4:16:10 AM
The Centaur paladin reports his attention on the people arriving, and quickly calls Managarm by his side.
He tries to detect evil among those people.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday October 12th, 2004 6:03:51 AM
As soon as Leets calls for him, *PooF!* the dog is at his side. The dog look to the sound and growls "Grrr!"
Elder(ceil) Tuesday October 12th, 2004 6:10:15 AM
Elder is sniffing around, there something odd on this new center's shoulder. *Sniff? Sniff?*
Then come that dangerious noise, the Weasel turn and in a flash id back into his pouch on Kanchana's belt *Ahhhh! safely home.*
Kale Tuesday October 12th, 2004 7:07:02 AM
Kale just stares at the two men who enter the temple. "I think we better stay here." he tells Flat-Top, then nods at Zeoll's suggestion and re-enters the room
Brahmah Tuesday October 12th, 2004 7:28:24 AM
Brahmah turns and stands from his chair, not knowing what to expect. The actions of the taur clergy fresh in his mind, Marteus on everyone's lips, causes him to draw his weapons, not sure what to expect. Truth be told, he doesn't even know why he drew his weapons, it just seems to be an automatic response he's developed in the past weeks. Orges, orcs, dragons, bigger dragons, floating cities! What else could POSSIBLY go wrong?!
Gecktar Tuesday October 12th, 2004 7:39:45 AM
Gecktar waits patiently to see what the newcomer wants, and what he is doing in this temple.
Flat-top Tuesday October 12th, 2004 12:02:08 PM
Flat-top mutters more to Zeoll than to Kale, "I knew you'd changed your mind!" Then follows right behind the both of them (With his Morningstar in hand.
Kanchana Tuesday October 12th, 2004 7:27:45 PM
Kanchana waits to see what the new person has to say.
Solgrin Tuesday October 12th, 2004 7:28:47 PM
Solgrin looks about then watches the newcomer to see what they do when they see all the Chosen here.
A Case of Celebrity. (DM Jim) Tuesday October 12th, 2004 9:24:37 PM
The young acolyte stops at the doorway to the room and points inside. He says nothing else as the man moves to enter the doorway. The boy is quickly gone, making himself as scarce as possible.
The man waits for those of The Chosen to reenter the room and then he shakes his head. "I do believe that you are The Chosen of Domi...are you not." He waits for an answer as he continue to look on with a slightly annoyed look upon his face. He gives the older priest a nod in greeting but says nothing to him or acknowledge him in any other way. He flips open a fan and begins to fan himself as he waits, seeming to get a little more agitated as he waits.
[There is no sense of evil about the man. He is in his late thirties and dressed as a noble. He is not in that great of shape with the beginnings of a belly.]
Brahmah Tuesday October 12th, 2004 10:58:29 PM
"We are the Chosen." He says to the man.
Toros Tuesday October 12th, 2004 11:33:54 PM
Toros also is together with the Chosen, although it is hard to distinguish his existence, as he prefers to keep quiet and maintain a low profile. But he is actively watching what is around.
Gecktar Wednesday October 13th, 2004 2:57:08 AM
Gecktar slightly bows before the newcomer. "I'm Gecktar, servant of the true faith and Chosen of Domi."
"I understand that you want to meet us, isn't it ?"
Kale Wednesday October 13th, 2004 7:07:31 AM
Kale returns the annoyed look of the noble with one of his own and remains quiet
Flat-top Wednesday October 13th, 2004 7:09:48 AM
Flat-top enters the room, with a quick glance at Brahmah, he will go to the magic users (druid, wizards and cleric) and will stand between them and the stranger. With weapen in hand (just in case something goes wrong).
Leets Wednesday October 13th, 2004 8:08:04 AM
Leets nods at the man, but still has a hand on his whole new club, gently running his fingers on it...
Zeoll d20+20=38 Wednesday October 13th, 2004 8:33:05 AM
Zeoll smiles and nods. "Yes, good sirr, we arre the Chosen of Domi, although I did not rrealize that we werre known in this land. My name is Zeoll, and I hope you will gift us with yourr own. How is it that you arre familiarr with us, may I ask, and how may we help you?"
[Diplomacy Check 38]
The Magister. (DM Jim) Wednesday October 13th, 2004 8:20:09 PM
The man seems to get a little bit more annoyed that what he thought it right, but he quickly covers it with diplomatic charm. "Yes, the proprieties must be observed. I am the Overlord's magister sent to bring The Chosen to the palace." He gives each one a serious look as he speaks up again, not sounding a bit happy. "The Overlord was a little put out that you did not announce your arrival so that a proper welcome and feast could be prepared." His eyes narrow a little as if judging your actions and words. "It would appear as things stand that you are trying to hide something."
With a look of total displeasure he turns and heads for the door. "That being the case you have been invited to an audience with the Overlord." He steps outside of the room and stops near the far wall to wait for you to follow him out.
The priest stands from his spot on the cushion and nods to The Chosen. "You have been given a great honor to see the Overlord...though it would have been nice to have announced yourselves." He cannot help but let a smile slip to his face as he speaks his next words and then leaves with a bow. "You are after all celebrities in many believers eyes."
Brahmah Thursday October 14th, 2004 12:07:37 AM
"Then those believers would understand if we declined. We were unaware of your laws. I believe we need only be shown the way out of your City." The leader of the Chosen states, much to the suprise to the other Chosen.
Hiding something? That sounds real bad! I don't think we should trust the rich of the City. The last 'invite' to 'meet' us, left many dead and more doubting. Thinking to himself.
Zeoll d20+11=30 Thursday October 14th, 2004 12:32:40 AM
Zeoll agrees with Brahmah, and speaks in Taur. "I don't trrust these small folk. Let's get out of herre now, beforre we can be betrrayed. Perrhaps we should make ourr escape quickly. I'll distrract this Magisterr while the rrest of us leave. Head back to the house to grrab ourr stuff and then we rrun! Hurrry as soon as I fascinate him!"
Zeoll takes out his drum and begins to play a hypnotic melody. He steps into the hall and sings his entrancing lyrics ... therre's a place wherre trroubles fading and the peaceful are purrsuading all to gentle all perrvading serrenading
all the gentle folk are meeting all theirr carres arre faint and fleeting hearr the bluebells just rrepeating and completing
[Bardic song to Fascinate -- Perform check 30 means that the Magister must make a Will save vs. DC30 or be fascinated.]
Toros d20=7 Thursday October 14th, 2004 2:54:48 AM
With enthusiasm, Toros try to recall the melody that Zeoll play, sensing what he is doing and trying to help him (d20, 7). However he cannot remember the words of the song and leaves to-give-a-hand for the next time.
Solgrin Thursday October 14th, 2004 4:13:34 AM
Solgrin looks at the Magister then the others then tells Brahmah in Taur "I had no idea that I should have taken you to see the Overlord when you arrived. I would rather we see the Overlord then to have the guards after us as they would more than likely have all the portals guarded."
Solgrin then tells the priest via Rozca "I hope we have not caused you any trouble."
Kanchana Thursday October 14th, 2004 4:14:34 AM
Kanchana looks nervously around hoping there are no guards waiting for the Magister while getting ready to leave.
Leets Thursday October 14th, 2004 5:01:27 AM
"How rude!!!"
"Domi teaches us humility...I wonder why we should have announced us...However, I once more wonder what kind of clergymen we'll meet in such a place."
Flat-top Thursday October 14th, 2004 7:53:43 AM
Also thinking that man is rude, "I agree, that is very rude, after all we just came back from defeating four Red Dragons, small ones. But still came out alive! I think Solgrin, you did nothing wrong. Giving prayer and Thanks to Domi, is the only right thing to do.
BUT! I also think this is no time to make enermies, I think we should go see the Over Lord. AND I don't think we should tell him about the mothers and children we left here."
Kale Thursday October 14th, 2004 9:52:14 AM
glad to see that the rest of the group are finally making some sensce, Kale goes over and stands as close to the magistrate as he can, and prepares to stick him with his shortsword if the magistrate tries to stop them
Gecktar Thursday October 14th, 2004 5:00:50 PM
"Please Chosen, don't judge him, he is accustomed to court and nobles ways I think. And I imagine that to his eyes we do not observe the etiquette..."
"We are not for the same circle... That's all"
An Escape. (DM Jim) d20+17=20 Thursday October 14th, 2004 9:12:58 PM
The magister stands in the hallway, seemingly hypnotized by the song that is being sung. He does not appear to even notice Kale as he moves up next to him with a drawn sword.
Several of the group slip out the door and start down the hallway. Still others are not too sure about this course of action. For some of you it seems wrong.
Zeoll Thursday October 14th, 2004 10:16:39 PM
Zeoll gently motions the Chosen out the door as he continues singing. He knows that the duration of his song is only 2 rounds! He himself walks 40 feet towards the exit, getting as far as possible while still within range to fascinate the Magister (within 90 feet)
Brahmah Friday October 15th, 2004 1:14:05 AM
"Yurt, what do we do to get off the Float?"
Brahmah (Addendum) Friday October 15th, 2004 3:22:43 AM
The dark minotaur sees the doubt in his friends eyes. "Should we stay? Well, no, the more people know we're around, the more likely we will bring danger to those people. If we stay, danger comes to the City and nearer to the Children. I'm tired of endangering others! Let's move Chosen."
Gecktar Friday October 15th, 2004 3:23:57 AM
"Captain ?"
"Are you sure you want to avoid the Overlord of the city. I think we better have to meet him, else he could take offend that we don't show him respect."
"I just warn you that the children are still in this city and we certainly don't need to turn such powerful people against us."
"If you agree I will go with the magister and send our homage to the overlord"
Flat-top Friday October 15th, 2004 7:12:12 AM
Flat-top's heart goes to Brahmah, But Gecktar makes a lot of horse sence, after the Taurs cannot hide very well. "Captain, I'm with you but Gecktar makes sence, after all it's not like our babies can blend in with the others, The Overlord will know we brough them here.
I think we'll have to go for the safty of our Unitaurs and the mothers." You can see by his face that Flat-top is pleading on behalf of their children. "After all we don't want another mysterious burning of an ophanage, do we?"
OOC: I'm tired and a little up set. Please forgive the spelling.
Kale d20+7=26 Friday October 15th, 2004 9:28:53 AM
Kale will stay where he is until Zeoll is ready to leave, then Kale will follow him out. as he leaves, Kale's hand quickly searches through the magistrate's pockets to see if there is anything of use(pick pockets roll of 26)
A Pull of Emotions. (DM Jim) Friday October 15th, 2004 8:57:33 PM
Priest Vurt looks to Brahmah as he goes to leave and nods in understanding. "To meet with the Overlord is not a bad thing...otherwise I know of no way out of this city." He then slips out before any trouble starts.
Kale slips his own hands into the magister's pockets and finds a few items. Some of the group are already down the hall and ready to head out of the building and into the yard.
[Kale finds a small bottle, silk hanky, four platinum and a little viper.]
Zeoll Friday October 15th, 2004 9:46:34 PM
Zeoll has given the Chosen two rounds to get away, and if some have not availed themselves of that opportunity, so be it. As for Zeoll, after two rounds his Fascination ends, and rather than press his luck trying it again, he high-tails it out of there. "High-Tails" is the right phrase, too -- with his tail high and his paws hitting the street, Zeoll is heading fast for home. He intends to pick up his croc and meet the other Chosen there, according to plan.
[Runs 160 feet a round.]
Brahmah Saturday October 16th, 2004 12:59:48 AM
Brahmah leaves. Why didn't Yurt ask if we saw the Overlord? He DID say seeing the Overlord wasn't a bad thing. The word 'Overlord' doesn't sound good. He thinks.
Kale Saturday October 16th, 2004 6:52:29 AM
Kale drops the viper on the ground, but keeps the other things as he leaves with the others. "Where to now?"
Gecktar Sunday October 17th, 2004 5:02:13 AM
Gecktar stares at Kale not bieliving it...
"What ? What have you done ! This may be an ally and you are turning it against us !"
"Do you realize what you are doing ? Now we can take back the childs and hope to find a way to get out the city... If he realizes what you have done he will send the milicia against us..."
"Oh what wonderful image you give from the Chosen ! A band of of rogues and thieves, that avoid the autorities because they prefer to steal in the pockets of the magistrates !"
Gecktar stand by the side of the magistrate and turn to Brahmah.
"I will see the overlord and beg his pardon for our poor behaviour. I think that if there is one person that know the way out of this city, it may be the Overlod himself..."
Flat-top Sunday October 17th, 2004 8:48:18 AM
Flat-top trots up to Kale, he snickers as he looks down at the little snake. He speaks to his friend, "Did the little green snake bit you! The Mzgistrate put his pet in his pocket to suprise thieves. Maybe people are not as law abiding as was led to believe??"
Toros Monday October 18th, 2004 12:48:41 AM
Seeing the diversion among the Chosen about what to do, it seems that Toros cannot make up his own mind. Before the end of Zeoll's magic he has some but little time to run away. But he does not want to leave Gecktar there and what if the viper bit Kale! In case, he will ready his "neutralize poison", if Kale will be in need of it.
OOC: "Flat-top", hope you feel better now.
Leets Monday October 18th, 2004 3:29:37 AM
"Although I hate this idea, I think we should split the group before meeting this 'overlord'...Considering what happened to us in the past, it would avoid us being thrown in jail all together..."
"So...Who would meet this Overlord? Brahmah?"
Brahmah Monday October 18th, 2004 4:28:16 AM
"If we split the group Chosen, I'll be one to go to meet the Overlord. I will need three more Chosen to come with me, no more than four should go. I'll take volunteers. I'd ask for Kale to come along.
If the rest of you want to leave before the Magistrate comes too, I'll understand. We'll meet later.
Leets is right, we shouldn't all go. If you leave now, we won't be able to tell them where you are if we get captured."
Flat-top Monday October 18th, 2004 1:15:09 PM
"I Vulerntor, no that's not it. I Vuleenem, no that not it either. I'll go with you. THAT'S what I wanted to say!" Flat-top beat his chest as if in victory.
Kale Monday October 18th, 2004 2:30:12 PM
Kale shrugs at Gecktar's outburst and says "Whats the difference? We have already spellbound him. I dont see how I made things any worse." then, as an afterthought, Kale also tosses the bottle of ink and the silk hankerchief away too. then he says "I thought we were fleeing the city. Why would we want to go see the Overlord if we're leaving?"
A New Decision. (DM Jim) Monday October 18th, 2004 2:57:40 PM
Gecktar stays behind as the rest flee towards the courtyard area of the temple. Though he is not sure about his decision it seems to be the best course of action. As the magister starts to stir, you see him give you a smile and shake his head. "This will not turn out well if we do not get to the front I am afraid." He stops to pick up the little viper and soothes him as he moves to the courtyard himself.
At the courtyard area of the temple, any ideas of escape are quelched as the group stops at shortly after getting out of the temple. Standing at the actual exit in the walls that surround the temple are a dozen heavily armored, well you would say men but it is hard to tell.
The group of armored men form up into three rows of four men apiece. The front row each holds a greatsword in their hands, the next row are holding spears at the ready and the back row pull up crossbows. There is no sign of immediate hostility from the soldiers but they do seem prepared to stop your leaving. One of the front soldiers, that has a pair of open hands over his right breast, speaks up to the group as he keeps his men in check. "Why do you leave without the Magister, Chosen?" You see him glance around quickly for the man is does not seem happy to not see him.
[The soldiers are covered from head to toe in what appears to be adamatine armor. Most likely full plate it would appear, with shields of the same metal on thier backs.]
Brahmah, the Indignant and Uncooperative Leader Monday October 18th, 2004 3:43:26 PM
Reaching the courtyard, Brahmah realizes, almost immediately, not that he's very happy about it, that the situation is nearly impossible. Fact is, these human lightning-rods were there for the Chosen. They must of expected the lack of cooperation. Humans, you can't trust them! Well, I'm going to have a bit of fun, there's nothing else better to do. He thinks to himself.
"The Magister? The Magister?" He scratches his head as if he was having a hard time remembering. He looks at the Chosen. "OH! You mean the bright colored monkey who walked in demanding we go with him? Oh, he tasted GREAT!" He picks his teeth with his Kukri, smirking. "He's fine... perhaps a little dazed." "Look here, friends, we simply want to move along. No harm, no foul." Brahmah makes little effort to concern himself with the small army and secures his equipment. He begins to move toward the group of dark armored humans, his weapons sheathed and not showing.
Then he stops, looking at the man who spoke. "Besides, if I didn't want to talk to your Magister, let alone the Overlord, what the hell makes you think I'll talk to you, some LACKY?!"
Flat-top Monday October 18th, 2004 5:32:20 PM
Flat-top Looks around at the small army in three rows all lined up to like bowling pins ready to be mowed down. "Look Captain! there's only twelves of them, all lined up in a row. We just got through fighting four red dragons and killed them. We go through an arc and wind up in Err! Domi only knows?? we come to this temple to pray to Domi. Then this human come in the middle of our prayers and yells at us. Now we have these tin soldiers pointing sticks at us?? Who are you Frendly People, anyway?? Who is this Magistrate?? and Who is this Overlord, that you are talking about?? Somebody want to start a fight or someting??"
Flat-top takes his Morning star from his neck and hold it in his hand and in the next round he will go for his shield.
Zeoll d20+16=29 Monday October 18th, 2004 7:04:31 PM
Zeoll steps forward and bows slightly to the leader with hands on his chest.
"Good sirr, we simply do not choose to speak with the Magisterr orr otherr officials of the city now. In fact, we prreferr to leave as soon as possible. We have brroken no rrule, we owe no one herre any debt, and we wish to be on ourr way. We choose to leave, as peacefully as possible. Since you arre good people, not slaverrs norr kidnapperrs, I am surre you will let us pass in peace."
"Please step aside to let us go."
[OOC: Diplomacy check 29.]
Toros d20=20 Monday October 18th, 2004 9:47:14 PM
Lagging behind, as he worries about Gecktar, Toros notices that Magister also moves to the courtyard, still in good mood. On the other side, there is the approaching threat of the armed soldiers. All this development of events is like a tragy-comic stage performance for him. Then Toros starts a new song of his own to keep up with this good mood, and performance; i.e. continue to fascinate the Magister (**d20=20+5, 25**). If he succeeds, then he will ask Magister to let his friends and him go, suggesting to meet again tomorrow?(fascinate is in effect for 2 rounds)
Brahmah Tuesday October 19th, 2004 4:59:39 AM
(OOC: Sorry about the early post, but I have a late schedule at the store late Tuesday.)
Brahmah boldly waits for what he knows will NOT be a warm reception. The minotaur just stands there in the courtyard with his hands on his sides, elbows out, just chuckling at the armor clad idiots. He flexes his peck muscles, one at a time, which ripple under the chain shirt. "Don't you 'gentlemen' have some place to be, like... maybe, polishing Pretty Boy's boots?" ...polishing your noses in his... He thinks.
Kale Tuesday October 19th, 2004 10:06:19 AM
seeing all the men waiting for them, Kale palms a potion and prepares to take it at the first sign of trouble.
Flat-top Tuesday October 19th, 2004 12:51:57 PM
"Polish Boots! Maybe that's why their armor are black, too much boot polishing. I Hate Black Armor!" Yells the centor.
Flat-top takes and ajust his shield, click his frount hoves (cleaning and showing off his Hoves Knuckles) If any of these men move, Flat-top will his his shoulder for Protection from Evil. And might make an attempt to charge at them.
He stairs them down, Somebody will have to make a move, one way or the other...
Maybe a Good Ending. (DM Jim) Tuesday October 19th, 2004 11:06:05 PM
The armored soldier looks to Brahmah and laughs at him. "Very unlikely." He makes no move to raise his arms as he gives a signal to his men to hold their ground. "We are only here to escort you to see the Overlord and nothing else." It appears that the soldier is hoping to avoid a fight or anything of the kind.
From behind the group you hear a voice speak up. "I am sorry to disappoint you my good taur...but really the first song had no real effect on me." The magister comes up with Gecktar following behind. "I only wanted to judge your reactions to see if you are honorable." Stepping out further he gives a signal to the captain of the soldiers. "Now, the Overlord would welcome a chance to speak to the heroes that champion Domi." The magister steps up to lay a hand gently on Brahmah's shoulder, with no other intent but to show respect. "You wish to leave here and the Overlord can help...your quest is well looked upon by the Overlord." With a last bow of respect to the Chosen he tries one last time. "Please come with me...you have my word that you can go free at anytime."
Brahmah Wednesday October 20th, 2004 2:41:08 AM
"Damn." The minotaur sees no other choice other than to follow the humans. He puts his hand on the hilt of his falchion and follows along. "Come one Chosen."
Gecktar Wednesday October 20th, 2004 2:53:51 AM
Gecktar hopes that the last words of the Magister will moderate the agressive mood of the other Chosen.
"I'm sure we can trust him. This town will not have been a haven for the children, shown to us by Domi, if the first magistrate of the city was corrupted or against us." Gecktar says to the other Chosen
Brahmah Wednesday October 20th, 2004 4:46:51 AM
Brahmah wants to rip out Gecktar's tongue for mentioning the Children out in such a public forum. The leader of the Chosen just tilts his head at the stupidity of the cleric. "Honor can only get us so far. Trust isn't given so easily, its earned or it could get us killed Gecktar. Speak no more of the 'packages' left in this city so openly... or face me." The minotaur scowls at Gecktar.
OOC: Brahmah has asked the group in the past not to talk to openly about the Children in public, for their safety. Please refrain from talking about the Unitaurs.
Kale Wednesday October 20th, 2004 10:01:58 AM
Kale shrugs his shoulders and prepares to move with the humans. Things are getting ugly, Kale thinks to himself as he sees the exchange between Gecktar and Brahmah
Flat-top Wednesday October 20th, 2004 10:53:30 AM
Flat-top put away his morningstar (around his neck), he's a little disapointed that there's no fight. He has to have relieve from fighting those four little dragons and had to kill them, that weighs heavy on his mind.
But he does give Gecktar a dirty look for his slip of the toung. After all Flat-top fell that he is leaving most of his heard here in the City in the Clouds and he does not know when he'll ever see them again.
But like a true Royal Marine, he follows his Captain's Orders. He follows the others by Kanchana's side.
Gecktar ... response Wednesday October 20th, 2004 12:53:01 PM
Gecktar come close to Brahmah so no one else hear what he want to say.
"Your lack of faith and perceptiveness sadden me Brahmah. Look around you and tell me how many taurs you see in the city. Do you really imagine that the Overlord and his Magistrates ignore the presence of the children ? And from whom the orphanage get its subsidy ? Don't you thing that the city gives some funds for the orphans ? I'm sure that the director regulary send reports to the administration of this city. Do you really imagine that Domi will show us a place where the Children will be endangered ?"
"And I face you to say that Captain, with all respect I should give to you, allow me to give you one advice. Arms are useful, I myself rely on them, but temper you warlike nature or you will guide us to our doom. I'm sure that it is you experience that guide your acts, and you are far more experienced than me, but faith guide mine."
"I will give you the last word, and then consider this incident as closed. I will take account of your desire to not mention our 'package' but please don't take those around us for more stupid than they are or one time you will get the wrong way."
OOC : Gecktar did not yell his precedent remark. It was clearly adressed to the Chosen and only to the Chosen I should have mentioned it... This one is to Brahmah's ears only.
OOC2 : no offense Jay but Brahmah's words offend Gecktar :)
Toros Wednesday October 20th, 2004 9:23:18 PM
Surprised with Magister's words, Toros keeps quiet, feeling discomfort and relief - both at the same time.
Zeoll Wednesday October 20th, 2004 10:23:21 PM
Zeoll shrugs, and follows Brahmah and the Magister.
The Price of Notoriety. (DM Jim) Wednesday October 20th, 2004 10:24:00 PM
You move through the streets at a modest pace as the soldiers flank the group but make no move to stop them. People have taken to lining the streets and many of them are whispering and pointing at the Chosen.
The magister shakes his head and clucks his tongue. "I am sorry about this...there are many who know somewhat of what you do and they want peace for all." He says this somewhat quietly to Brahmah as they walk along. "As to the package that you left earlier...the Overlord knows and has given a vow that they will not come to harm, but you can ask about that yourself and get a binding word." He tries to keep the rest of his talks socialable as he travels along.
The group has moved up a couple of levels in the Float, it seems that the city is made of levels on top of each other. Suddenly a woman steps forward to Brahmah with a young baby in her hands. "Sir, could you bless my child?" She seems to be looking for some kind of blessing from heroes of Domi. Soon there are several other folks moving foward and asking for blessings from other Chosen.
Near the edge of the crowd are a group of young female humans, of marriable age, that are staring at Zeoll and Flat-top. They are talking amongst themselves. Bits of thier conversation can be heard. "Look at the muscles on that one. Yes and that other one's tail. I bet it tickles. He could tickle me with it." If looked at by these two Chosen they will blush and look away.
A taur breaks out of the crowd and moves towards the Chosen with a basket in hand. He is the taur baker from a week ago and he stops before Zeoll. "Please take this...it is the best bread from my bakery." He blushes as he back up some and gives the whole group a bow. "If I had only known the first day." Another older human woman moves around the group handing out bundles of flowers, crying as she does. You hear her talking lightly to herself. "Never thought to meet heroes in my time, what an honor."
The only dissmal group seems to be some people standing near the back of the crowd near an alleyway. They are dressed in normal clothes but they are staring holes into the group with obvious looks of disdain.
Brahmah Thursday October 21st, 2004 1:36:44 AM
As he walks out with the group, he walks up to Gecktar, speaking in Taurish. "I do respect you and what your opinion, but don't EVER speak to me like that again. I'm not ignorrant of things, I understand the human world more than you know!
As for my warlike nature, I have had VERY horrible experience with humans and don't want to subject the 'packages' to that. I'll tell you the story some day, if you want to hear it. My warlike nature as you call it is not in question, I know I have a temper. I was testing these humans to see what reactions they might show to us. I'm happy you have faith Gecktar, but have faith in your leader." Brahmah smiles and forgets the incident.
As the group moves along, he listen to man speaking to them. "I see. So these people have no malice toward the clergy of Domi or the packages?" Brahmah is happy to find that some humans are okay. Brahmah begins to like the magester.
When the woman steps up with the child, Brahmah doesn't know how to react, then suddenly he gets an idea. He gently touchs the babies forehead and traces a symbol of Domi. "May Domi and Mother Wold guide this child." He waves his hands in the direction of the crowds. "May Domi favor you all."
Brahmah elbows Flat-top and winks to the girls on the side. "There you are Flat-top, some girls to play with." He laughs outloud.
But his smile disappears when he sees the group of disdainful humans. He stops and turns his head in their direction. He begins to move their way. "Folks, please move, I believe these fellows have some words for the Chosen too." He pushes carefully through the crowd, lifting children and females out of his way so not to hurt them. When he get to the men, he looks down at them. "Gentlemen. Can I do something for you?" He places his hands on his hips, near his blades. "Well?"
Brahmah Thursday October 21st, 2004 1:39:57 AM
"Pah'caw!" He calls to his bird, who seems to be missing for awhile.
Gecktar Thursday October 21st, 2004 2:48:23 AM
Gecktar land a hand to Brahmah and shake it vigorously. "I'll always be by you side Captain, whatever the situation be."
He smiles to his captain and then follow the group.
A warm wave of hope flood him as the crowd gather around them. But when he notice the disdainful group of humans it's like ice rolled on his spine.
Leets Thursday October 21st, 2004 6:22:08 AM
Leets tries not to be annoyed by women or anything...He feels uncomfortable with so many people and the security of the Chosen being the main problem...He whispers:
"Managarm my dog, if you feel or smell anything wrong...Just bark...Especially Marteaus putrid presence..."
Kale Thursday October 21st, 2004 7:03:03 AM
Kale just ignores everyone as they travel to meet with the Overlord.
Flat-top Thursday October 21st, 2004 8:30:25 AM
After his short out burst of temper,Flat-top is relieved of his anger and fustrations. He watches the crowed and cannot understand as to why he is ask for his blessing, after all he is not a cleric, But smiles at the crowed. He also keep an eye for trouble. He blushes deeply at the females comments, he answers Brahmah's little comment "I cannot play with humen females, there too small for my heard!" Letting Brahmah know that he was thinking about it!!.
But when Brahmah confrounts the dark ones in the alley, his back hairs tingle. So he'll stick close Kanchana, Solgren and both Clerics. (protedtion for the magic usera) For he does not like the look of those humen Males in the alley.
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday October 21st, 2004 8:47:48 AM
Up high in the sky comes a screek of a Golden Eagle, circuling in a circle pattern. Down ward with every circle, until she lands on Brahmah shoulder. She look into his face as if to say 'You need me, Master?'
Managram(ceil) Thursday October 21st, 2004 8:53:24 AM
At the mention of his name, Managram appears next to Leets. *PooF!* The dog look around, sniff the air, paws the ground in the direction of the alley and starts barking "Bark! Bark!" Trying to tell Leets something.
Terran - the Overlord's Aide - NPC (Jan) Thursday October 21st, 2004 2:40:02 PM
Somewhere, up in the Palace on the Open Air Level, a tall, gruff-looking half orc waits in an ante room that precedes the main reception area. He paces back and forth, always a bundle of nerves on these occasions, pulling continually at the collar of his best jacket - a blue wool affair with too much blasted decoration on it, as far as he is concerned.
Terran is uncomfortable and looks it.
This was a far cry from his past life down on the Trash level, where he'd worked hard, played hard, and no one cared what the heck you looked like. Still - he had his duties to perform, nerves be darned. He'd been the Overlord's personal aide and bodyguard for quite a while now. It was a position he was very proud of, and right now he was the preceding welcoming committee before things got all crazy and official through the doors that lay directly behind him.
'Good day, and welcome.... cough...' 'Good morning...' 'Good -' Sigh. A half orc sounded like a half orc, no matter how he tried not to.
No Comfrontation and a Meeting. (DM Jim) Thursday October 21st, 2004 6:13:36 PM
The group of scowling human slip back into the alley and when the Chosen get there they are gone. No matter how hard you look there is not trace of them just what you saw of them.
The magister gets his soldiers to move in a little closer to the group and then he gets Brahmah's attention. Soon he has the group moving again and he shakes his head. "I did not know any of them but I believe that they are part of a sect that moved in here...Marteaus's people is what it is rumored." He keeps his eyes open for more of them, having become a little more concerned.
Soon the area opens into an area that is really nice. Clean air is blowing and you feel a little better to be out of the cramped area of the lower city. There are even more people here lining what could be a street leading to a palace. Many of the people are throwing flower petals into the walkway and shouting out for the heroes of Domi. A pair of woman, wearing revealing dresses, step out of the crowd as they move towards the group. One slips her arm around Flat-top and kisses him lightly on the cheek. The other moves over to walk beside Zeoll and she gently catches his tail, draping it over her arm. She begins to gently stroke it as she moves closer to him.
The magister just rolls his eyes before he reaches the steps and a nervous half-orc. "Terran." He moves up to stand by the man and then turns towards the group that he has brought. "May I introduce The Chosen...Heroes of Domi." A great applause erupts from the crowd as this is spoken. The two human females press themselves closer to their respective taurs and sigh loudly.
Zeoll Thursday October 21st, 2004 6:16:51 PM
[OH FRICK! POSTED THE SAME TIME AS THE DM! SORRY!]
Zeoll tries to ignore the small folk. He does not know what to make of them, nor how to respond. How could the group be known here, in this very strange place.
Zeoll does not feel much like a hero. He hopes his crocodile is safe back at Solgrin's house.
[Ceil - Please count this post as happening before my DM one today for your ADM report. Thanks.]
Flat-top Friday October 22nd, 2004 12:05:04 AM
Flat-top is caught by supprise, when this two leg female as she pull herself up to kiss him on the cheek. The Centaur turn a deep red, he wnat to run away but there's too many of people.
So he'll try to get help from Zeoll, NO! he cannot do that, it seems he's having female trouble of his own. 'Dog Gone! whwere's his crocodile when we need him?' Flat-top look toward the guards, but they are trying to stiffel a chuckle or two.
So he is trying to call for Kanchana's help, "Err Nice ladiiieee (Kiss) Please! (Kiss one more time) Kanchana!!"
When they arrive at a some steps and introduce to this Terran, Flat-top was never so glad to see a Half Orc in his life. Then it dawns on him? A HALF ORC??
Gecktar Friday October 22nd, 2004 3:12:32 AM
Gecktar, as a taur, has no concern about Terran being a half orc or a half ogre... Or any half it may be. If Terran is here this is certainly for good reasons.
As the magister introduce them, Gecktar slightly bows before the half orc.
Brahmah Friday October 22nd, 2004 3:56:01 AM
"How of the Dark One's followers are in the City?" Asks Brahmah, concerned for the Children. He looks at Gecktar. "This is the exact reason we can't speak of the Children in public."
"Heroes? I don't know about that..."
"Friend half-orc, no need to be nervous. Why are you nervous?"
He scratches his eagle friend behind the wing.
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday October 22nd, 2004 8:20:23 AM
Paw'caw ruffles her feathers and presents her head to be groomed, She love to be scratched it takes the dust and mites off her feathers.
Zeoll d20+20=31 Friday October 22nd, 2004 5:45:36 PM
Zeoll continues to ignore the female hanging on him. He mutters in Tauric, "These small people arre eitherr too frriendly or too scarry. I wish we could go home."
He speaks more loudly, in common, to the half-orc. "Uh, Terrran, um, honestly, we do not wish to trrouble you orr the Overrlorrd. Rreally, if you would be so good as to dirrect us to the nearrest exit, we would be happy to gatherr ourr things and deparrt yourr fairr metrropolis. No need to make a fuss." [Diplomacy 31]
As he says the word "fuss," he looks down at the female clinging to him and shudders.
Flat-top Saturday October 23rd, 2004 9:47:18 AM
"Zeoll! Please Hepl! Me!" pleeds the centaur, "I swear her arm are like springs, just as fast as i dislodge them, they spring right back. AND those lips of hers, they are like glue, no matter how hard I push her away, those lips of hers are just stock on my face."
Poor Flat-top has no time to say anything to the OverLord., just too buzy playing tennis with her arms.
Leets Saturday October 23rd, 2004 10:12:47 AM
The Centaur paladins is worried as he looks at his dog...
He glances at the crowd, and whispers:
"Exactly the kind of things I wish we could have avoided...Now, if our ennemies didn't know we were here...They know..."
"By the way, everybody...Managarm is behaving strangely, so...Be careful...the threat could be closer than we think..."
Into a Meeting. (DM Jim) Saturday October 23rd, 2004 4:57:47 PM
Terran shakes his head as well as he notices the actions of some of the residents. He looks to the magister with a silent plea and then turns back to Brahmah, who seems to be in charge. "Sorrry...it just seems strange for me." He absently pulls at the collar of his shirt as he tries to adjust to this position of honor. "By the way, I am to let you know that no harm will come to your secret...so the Overlord has commanded so it shall be."
The magister gives Terran a nod and then a hand signal to his soldiers. Soon four soldiers have removed the woman from the two taurs that they had latched onto. Though they kick and scream in an undignified manner it does not stop the soldiers for one minute.
With a motion of his hand, Terran motions the group up the steps and through the doors with some haste. "Please before more show up and embarrass the city and Overlord." He takes the group down a grand hallway that leads to a pair of large double doors. With a pause he stops and opens them with a light touch.
There is a sudden eruption of noise as a herald announces the group, being followed by a blast of horns. "The Heroes of Domi...The Chosen to see the Overlord." Before you sitting on a throne is the Overlord, the one that you had been so worried about.
Alicia Gabriella D'Anlaf - Current Overlord of the Floating City (NPC Jan) Sunday October 24th, 2004 12:40:04 AM
Alicia stands as soon as the doors are opened.
She is a human female in her early twenties, of slender build, dressed in a long, dark-blue, understated velvet gown. Her cascade of red hair is swept back with large, jeweled pins.
"Chosen of Domi, welcome to the Floating City!" she says with a pleasant smile.
Standing on either side of the room, are representatives from all the City's levels. They bow politely to the Chosen, their faces a mixture of welcome and curiosity.
Flat-top Sunday October 24th, 2004 9:31:57 AM
Flat-top let's out a deep sigh of relief, when the soldiers had taken care of his problem. He follows behind Bramah, but as he passes the half-orc, he whispers to him, 'If you cut a slit in back of you shirt collar, it will losen enough so you can breath right. And nobody will notice.'
Flat-top advances with the others and bows deeply, Then stands ereck and let Brahmah do all the talking.
Paw'caw(ceil) Sunday October 24th, 2004 9:35:42 AM
This time Paw'caw will not fly away to wait, She does not move from his shoulder. "And that woman better now throw a spell on her master either, or I'll mess with her hair do!"
Managram(ceil) Sunday October 24th, 2004 9:39:18 AM
Managram scratches dirt towards the ally, where he smelled hate. With his nose in the air, he follows Leets, after all he has done his duty.
Roz(ceil) Sunday October 24th, 2004 9:44:35 AM
the lil'dragon stick her head (just to see and smell) out from her hiding place. She watches the beautiful woman, she smell good too. But then there a strange scent into the air? A scent that stirs her? She seem to want to follow that scent, But what would her master say?
Elder(ceil) Sunday October 24th, 2004 9:50:28 AM
Elder is sleeping with a full stomack, When all of a sudden there's a blare of noise that awakens him. He sticks his head out of his comfy nest (to see what he could see). There all around him is lights and a lot of sparkling things all around the room.
Elder tries to get down to see what he can pick up? Anything lose? BUT Kanchana keep a ferm hand on him.
Zeoll d20+6=8 d20+20=35 Sunday October 24th, 2004 4:40:02 PM
Zeoll looks at Brahmah, then steps forward to talk. He tries to think about what to call an overlord, but does not know [failed knowledge of noblity check]
"Hello, uh, miss, and thank you forr yourr hospitality. We have been made most welcome in yourr city forr a few days now, thank you. But at prresent we wish to rreturrn home. If you could just dirrect us to the nearrest city gate, that would be wonderrful, please."
[Diplomacy check 35.]
Kale Sunday October 24th, 2004 4:45:04 PM
Kale has been staring at the half orc, thinking to himself, ive never seen anything uglier than that thing. even the humans look good comparied to him. Kale really wants to go over and tell the half orc what he thinks, but decides that this is not the best place to do it. all he does is pull his hat down and pulls his duster close around him
Brahmah Sunday October 24th, 2004 5:40:20 PM
Brahmah bows in return. "Greetings." He looks at Zeoll and allows the bard to finish.
"Aye, just point in the right direction and we'll be off." He looks at the womans expression. "No disrespect to you or your great City, ma'am, but it seems the longer we linger in one place, the sooner the Dark One's agents make there moves. We and your city can't afford that. We would like to be shown the gate." He looks over to Terran, then the rest of the Council leaders.
Toros Sunday October 24th, 2004 10:56:40 PM
Toros enjoys to be both the observer and observed.
Leets Monday October 25th, 2004 2:42:21 AM
Leets has to stop ficusing on the surrounding as he remembers the etiquette.
Both front knees on the ground, he bows deeply before the young human female, one hand on his chest, looking on the ground...
Gecktar Monday October 25th, 2004 3:02:49 AM
As they are introduced to the Overlord, Gecktar bows before her.
Flat-top Monday October 25th, 2004 2:07:04 PM
Stand there a attention, just like his old Sargent told his to do in frount of Royalties and Admirials.
Brahmah Monday October 25th, 2004 4:17:04 PM
"Please?" Brahmah adds to his inquiry.
Alicia - Overlord (NPC Jan) Monday October 25th, 2004 6:10:58 PM
Alicia bows in turn at the assembled Taurs.
"Oh!" she exclaims, as they express their need to get out of town s soon as possible. "Well... come with me. There's something I want to show you."
She smiles and beckons to the Chosen, excuses herself to the others, and leads the Taurs out onto the Palace balcony.
Beneath a cloudy sky, the view is magnificent. Ahead to the east is a small stretch of water that ends with a shoreline. Beyond that is a HUGE forest, stretching for miles and miles. At the shoreline, it looks as though some kind of construction is taking place. A settlement?
To both north and south is an endless expanse of water. Directly below them, 5 levels below - the group can see giant, harnessed turtles, pulling barges of goods here and there, or merely swimming around with their handlers. They look like tiny terrapins from this height. The lake looks still and deep, the water cool and clear. Behind them to the west, the lake ends in the far far distance, and mountains can be seen.
"As you can see," says Alicia, "we ARE somewhat isolated. We're still getting a grip on the jungle. It's sentient, and doesn't like outsiders very much." She points. "To the South lies the way to civilization overland. But it's a dangerous journey from what I've heard. Dragons, drow elves, and dangerous rapids. The North is currently being explored, and the Storm Dragons are, I believe, trying to forge an agreement with the Drow settlements for safe overland passage through the Scab toward Culverwood and Plateau City.
"However, we do have an established portal with Plateau City in new Elenna. You could travel there in an instannt."
She looks at them puzzled. "Forgive me for asking, but are you unable to return they way you arrived?"
A Slight Interruption. (DM Jim) Monday October 25th, 2004 7:50:49 PM
While the Overlord has the Chosen out on the balcony to point out the layout of the land, the magister comes in. He catches parts of the last bits of information given out to the Chosen and shakes his head. "Madam Overlord, I beg your forgiveness but I must give you some bad news." He seems a little nervous in the presence of the Overlord and with her power in the city it would be obvious to most.
He steps up closer but not close enough to break etiquette or any other rules. "The portal to Plateau City is down at the current moment...something to do with dragons I do believe." His brows furrow as he tries to remember all of the details that he was given. "But I believe that I have a lead towards another way to get to Plateau City...just that the Chosen will have to be a little patient." He looks to the group hoping that they will understand and knowing that some of them may not.
Sorry have something better than a portal to get the group to Plateau City. :)
Toros Monday October 25th, 2004 9:25:31 PM
Toros is amazed with the view from the Palace balcony. He has not recognized that this place could be that much beautiful. Perhaps staying here a bit longer may not be that much a bad idea.
Flat-top Monday October 25th, 2004 11:53:54 PM
Flat-top bends his head and whispers into Brahmah's ear, "Hmmm! Do you think this has something to do with the scally wags in the alley? They didn't look happy to see these people so happy?"
Brahmah Tuesday October 26th, 2004 1:24:04 AM
OOC: Um, I assume we're headed to the Plateau City. :)
IC: Brahmah looks almost sick looking down from such a height. He steps back from the edge and blinks rapidly. "You are issolated, but honestly, those folks near the alley looked very uphappy to see the Chosen here, Madam Overlord. They make us nervous. I hear they may have been loyal to the Dark One." He nods to Flat-top.
"Overlord, the way we came into the city was a one way entrance from a village some distance off... it was a fast way to escape. We heard about your ophanage and decided this might be the best place for the Children and mothers. By the way, the two mothers might be of use to you here. One is a sorceress of some power and the other is quite a hand at cooking." He smiles. "Perhaps they can find jobs here?"
"Oh yes, the late old Gold Dragon called Rathyniag told us to use the portal we used to get here. That's how we came and found the orphanage. "
"You have been gracious. I feel bad that we seem to be in a hurry to leave... but the Dark One has eyes in our direction."
"As long as the Children are gaurenteed safe here, I trust the Overlord to the task." He smiles again.
"We can wait for the other portal if need be."
Leets Tuesday October 26th, 2004 2:55:44 AM
Leets considers the landscape with amazement, but also a little bit of sadness...
"Wow, Flat-Top! Look at those turltles! And the forest! So wide! I bet you would do marvels on the sea with such turtles!"
Leets is toughtfull for a couple of minutes, and finally says:
"This land reminds me of the lakes and forests and wild places I coul see from my mountains when I was a sheperd...I think I miss those times somehow."
"I hope we can go back home soon..."
Gecktar Tuesday October 26th, 2004 3:07:12 AM
Gecktar's mouth keeps wide open when he sees the amazing view from the balcony. This city is very spectacular, and this may be one of the reasons why Domi show them this way.
Gecktar Tuesday October 26th, 2004 3:07:12 AM
Gecktar's mouth keeps wide open when he sees the amazing view from the balcony. This city is very spectacular, and this may be one of the reasons why Domi show them this way.
Flat-top Tuesday October 26th, 2004 6:50:22 AM
Flat-top answers Leets, "Ahh! Yes But look at the plains, Where centaurs can run and kick their hooves." Then Flat-top become serious again, "It would be Bad if the Dark One would get a foot hold here!"
Kale Tuesday October 26th, 2004 7:04:11 AM
Kale moves over to Leets and whispers to him "Why are we going to Plateau City?"
Zeoll Tuesday October 26th, 2004 6:37:35 PM
Zeoll wonders which is closer to the Taur Isles, Plateau City or The Float. He asks the Overlord about this. "If the Float is closerr, I guess we'll just have to walk. Unless therre is a mage we could convince to scrry and teleporrt us home."
Awaiting the Overlord and Dinner. (DM Jim) Tuesday October 26th, 2004 11:16:15 PM
The magister takes a step back and then bows to the Overlord. "Madam...maybe we should retire for a little meal and talk over this some more." He does not make any moves to go anywhere or move from the area as he waits to see what will happen.
Taking some time to think over things he wonders if the Overlord may have any ideas as to how to get the Chosen to Plateau City. With a smile to the group he tries to give them a little hope. "I believe you might want to go to Plateau City or as close to there as possible....Captain Lira and the GossamerWing is located there." He hopes that this will give them some hope and reason to go there.
Alicia - The Overlord (NPC Jan) Tuesday October 26th, 2004 11:58:36 PM
"Oh dear," says Alicia as the man brings news of the defunct portal. "Unfortunately, it DOES happen from time to time. We're such a great distance from Plateau City, and perhaps distance is a factor. I don't understand magic too well, I'm afraid, and I'm hoping someone might teach me a little sometime." She fingers a thin, elegant bracelet on her left wrist for a moment, and smiles.
Looking back to the Taurs once more - "Well, the least we can do is play host for a little while, until this is settled. We have provided a buffet, and perhaps some of the other Level representatives will have some ideas."
To Zeoll - "We're currently to the far east of New Elenna. Now correct me if I have my geography wrong, but I thought the Taur Isles were to the west of Elenna. If that's the case - we're completely in the wrong direction. I suspect we're about as far from the Islands as we could possibly be."
She's obviously a little worried over talk about "the Dark Lord", too. "I hope this isn't a sign of his growing influence. We have enough problems already, with the jungle, and local politics."
Brahmah Wednesday October 27th, 2004 1:22:19 AM
"Yes, we are quite a ways from the Isles. West across Aisildur or the Lotophagi Ocean and then North-West to the Islands. But really, the Isles stretch further north up Kings Channel."
The minotaur ranger thinks a minute. "I guess you could go by land, through the Culverwood by way of the Red Hills... then there's always South-West along the coast of Izen and the Badlands. Ick. I'd rather travel the stormy seas." "Anyways, yah, we're quite a bit East of home."
"Actually, as it is, we can't go home without fear of prosecution for treason. We were Exiled. Solgrin here is the only safe one among the Chosen... but once he's seen with us, he's as good as dead." He looks at the newby within the Chosen. "Sorry, just thought you deserved fair warning friend." Brahmah grins.
"There are more places on Yrth we could go." He states rather abruptly.
(OOC: All my directions are done assuming we're travelling from New Elenna.)
Zeoll Wednesday October 27th, 2004 5:45:36 AM
"I hope you'll forrgive my ignorrance, seeing as I have only rrecently rreturrned frrom the Lands of Rrest. But who is Captain Lirra and the GossamerrWing?"
"And is therre no mage who could teleporrt us frrom this interresting city? Or perrhaps we could go purrchase a few scrrolls of teleporrting?"
"I am committed to going home as soon as we can -- but maybe we need to purrchase magic items so we can trravel therre incognito."
[OOC: a teleport scroll costs just 1125 gp; a hat of disguise, just 1,800 gp. Maybe after the next adventure that our good DM has planned, we can visit the Catacombs and do some group shopping.]
Kale d20+8=19 d20+8=15 Wednesday October 27th, 2004 6:52:16 AM
Kale, getting a bit bored, goes over to Flat-Top and tries to pick his friend's pockets, for practice(rolled a 19). then, he tries to put whatever he took back(rolled a 15) without Flat-Top ever noticing
Flat-top Wednesday October 27th, 2004 7:13:04 AM
Flat-top has far away eyes as he looks toward the sea. "The Black and his Assasines was beating our tails, on Minotaur Island, Captain Lirra, her crew and her Ship The Gossameer was the only ones to take to a safe island.
There we met a blind seere, who saw this place here where we could bring our packages to safety. He led us to the Gold Dragon, which we had to rid the Red Dragons and I belive thats where you and Kale came back to us."
Flat-top look around, "I am getting hungry! Maybe a Salad and a bowl of Oat Meal, Will quite my hunger?"
Flat-top slowly advance to where the half Orc is standing, telling him "You know I'm beginning to like you!"
Flat-top tell Kale (only his friend will hear) "Your getting better, just a little more pratice."
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday October 27th, 2004 7:20:27 AM
Paw'caw is getting restless, and wants to fly for a while, but will wait for her master's wishes.
Managram(ceil) Wednesday October 27th, 2004 7:22:45 AM
Managran pick up his ears at the mention of food, he looks to Leets with great Big Puppy Eyes.
Roz the little Lizard(ceil) Wednesday October 27th, 2004 7:27:11 AM
Roz peeks out from where she is hiding, exit her shelter, sniff the air, then flies out the window?? With out saying a word to Solgrin.
Elder(ceil) Wednesday October 27th, 2004 7:30:11 AM
Elder exits his pouch and run around, slipping under a sofa. Then comes back to his mistress with a piece of bright colored ribbon.
Croc(ceil) Wednesday October 27th, 2004 7:35:37 AM
Croc is also restless, his master has been gone (to him) forever, and his skin is drying out. So he goes into the Temple's Holy Water Fountain. Now he has a very big smile on his face, he feel much better.
Gecktar Wednesday October 27th, 2004 9:14:57 AM
At the mention of a good meal, Gecktar remember that his stomac is empty... 'A banket organized, well fine let's go have a lunch' does he think.
[OOC : Hi Zeoll, I've not such amont of money :) But maybe do we have to make some sacrifice to be able to buy those items... Not a bad idea at all]
A Time to Eat. (DM Jim) Wednesday October 27th, 2004 8:09:38 PM
Terran enters the upstairs area and cuts a bow to the Overlord as he pulls at his collar. "The meal is ready if you are m'lady." He waits patiently near the stairs leading back down, as etiquette demands.
The magister also moves to the stairs but stops and waits off to the side of them. "Maybe Dolores would be a good one to take care of the Chosen while they are here and get them to Plateau City..." He clucks his tongue as he lays his hand to his head. "No that is something best left for talk later." It appears that he is backpedaling as if he has overstepped his bounds.
Brahmah Thursday October 28th, 2004 1:28:18 AM
"Sooner we're gone, the better I think."
Leets Thursday October 28th, 2004 3:06:06 AM
Leets answers Kale as they prepare for the dinner:
"Why are we going to Plateau City??? That's a good question...I guess it's because it's our only exit door from this place...And finally, we were searching for influent clergymen of Domi to clear our situation. Maybe we'll find some in Plateau City..."
Flat-top Thursday October 28th, 2004 6:55:07 AM
Flat-top now trot behind Brahmah but beside Kanchana, "Come! Kitten, Let's go eat. I'm hungry and beside you have to feed your Elder."
Kale Thursday October 28th, 2004 10:28:56 AM
not really hungry, Kale follows the others as he nods to Leets response
Zeoll Thursday October 28th, 2004 1:47:04 PM
To just his fellow Taurs, Zeoll whispers in Tauric, "I rreally think that this idea I just had about buying teleporrt magic and magic disguises is the best way to get home. So ourr next mission is to get the gold we'll need to pay for it. This Overrlady seems nice enough -- maybe we can accomplish some quest forr herr, a well-paying quest."
In common, Zeoll simply says, "Well, I think taking the time to dine would be the least we can do in orrderr to show ourr grratitude forr the hospitality we have been shown."
To the Feast. (DM Jim) Thursday October 28th, 2004 8:44:33 PM
The magister follows along behind the Overlord and off to her right side. He pauses at the doors of the banquet hall to allow all to pass before him. He then enters and takes a seat near the Overlord so as to be at her call.
Terran is in attendance as well as he pulls out the Overlords chair for her. "Food has been prepared to fit everyone's tastes." Taking a step back from the chair he claps his hands several times and the servants start to file in with dishes.
Terran - Overlord's Aide (NPC Jan) Thursday October 28th, 2004 9:01:49 PM
Terran grins at Flat Top after his comment. He's beginning to relax a bit. There's no obvious danger to the Overlord, so he's happy enough.
His face changes at the Magister's comment about "Dolores", though, and his eyes narrow for a moment. He settles for a hard-edged stare at the Magister.
Zeoll d20+9=25 Thursday October 28th, 2004 10:21:06 PM
At the meal, Zeoll digs in! He especially enjoys the wild game -- waterfowl, deer, boar. He offers some choice pieces to Flat-top -- "Trry this one, it's good!"
He says to Leets, trying to be subtle, "What do you think about the tension between Terrran and the Magisterr?" -- Zeoll is using his bluff skill [Check 25!] to communicate a secret message to the paladin -- are either of them evil?
In a peaceful moment, if he can do so quietly, he says to Alicia, "Excuse me, Overlorrd, but I wanted to say that we deeply apprreciate yourr kindness to us. If therre is anything we can do to thank you, please just ask."
Flat-top Friday October 29th, 2004 3:04:21 AM
Flat-top advances at the table, He spots trouble here already? The chair are for human and NOT for Centaurs. "Oh! Well there's only one way to do this woth out offending the Overlord. Flat-top takes the chair and put it up against the nearest wall. He bows the her, explaining "You see Centaurs do not fit in chairs, we eat standing. Same way when we sleep, we lead some place solid, then fall to sleep. You see when a center sits, we are very ill, and when a centaur reclines, he's usaly dead. That is our nature. Let's eat this wonderful food."
Flat-top is enjoying the feast, when Zeoll offers him some flesh (of some kind), he thanks the old Tom Cat, then whispers to Kanchana, "Here! Kitten, can you swallow this?"
Brahmah Friday October 29th, 2004 3:17:20 AM
Stein of ale in hand, ham-hock in the other, he talks more with everyone around him. He makes a point to get to know Solgrin better and his abilities.
"Terran, you ever sail on the open sea?"
Leets d20+3=12 Friday October 29th, 2004 3:24:02 AM
Leets is glad Flat-Top does something about the chairs. He pulls away his own chair, and considers the food.
"Managarm - he says to the dog - we'll have to behave very, very well, ok?"
Once the feast has begun, the Centaur paladin takes a piece of fresh bread, and gladly tastes it. However, he almost shokes with the bread as he hears Zeoll's question (Sense Motive 12...).
"The...tension between the Magister and the Terran? Oh! Well...Considering the complexity of politics in such a huge city, I would think it's unavoidable...."
Thoughtful, Leets glances strangely at Zeoll:
*What happens to you???*
Gecktar Friday October 29th, 2004 3:37:57 AM
Gecktar take place around the table, thanks Domi for his greatness and his prodigality and begin to eat.
Managram(ceil) Friday October 29th, 2004 7:37:13 AM
Managram come out from under the table, at the mention of his name. With expactation he is about to get some food?? But his (almost) smile goes away, 'Be a good dog, say the Master. I know that I'm a special dog, But I like a nice bone once in a while'
Poor Managra, goes back under the table and mumbles under his breath, 'Gruff'
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday October 29th, 2004 7:43:20 AM
Paw'caw returns from her flight, she has a little bit of blood on her beek, So Brahmah knows that she's been hunting.
She look around, to check on her master. Then she off again, to a place she loves the best, Flying high into the sky, making lazy eights.
Elder(ceil) Friday October 29th, 2004 7:53:06 AM
Elder exit his little den, takes a good look around, He's really please with himself because pick up something nice and pretty for Mommy.
He like what he sees, there's the horse butt sitting next to Mama, "Oh look what he's holding? A piece of good looking stuff."
Elder is out of the pouch, onto the table, smaches the piece of meat from Flat-top, then snaches a piece of leafy stuff, Back into the pouch and munches away. "Hmm! Hmm! Good!"
Roz(ceil) Friday October 29th, 2004 7:58:33 AM
Roz flies into the room looking for her master, she spots him. She flies to him, rub her head on his cheek and then goes to her hidding place ~~ Tee Hee ~~ she chuckles. (only Solgrin get the mental message.)
Croc(ceil) Friday October 29th, 2004 8:06:10 AM
There chaos at the temple, But most of the monk thinks it's funny to have this animal in the fountain, after all he's not harming anybody. Croc swims very slowly around, with only his eyes and nose sticking out of the water.
He's watching the monks thinking to himself 'If they put me out of this swimming place, Master or No Master! I'll bite them!"
Kale Friday October 29th, 2004 9:43:09 AM
Kale just picks at a few fruits and some bread, but otherwise doesnt eat anything. he keeps scanning the room looking for trouble
A Lesser of Two Evils. (DM Jim) Friday October 29th, 2004 8:42:12 PM
The magister takes in the glare with the normal stride of one that is use to this sort of thing. "I do not like her anymore than you do...but it is the lesser of two evils." He glances to see if the Overlord is paying close attention to his conversation with Terran. Satisfied that she appears to be occupied with her guests he speaks again. "Besides it will allow us to keep an eye on her and I am all in favor of that." He takes a seat with the others and eats sparsely as he listens to those around him.
Brahmah Saturday October 30th, 2004 5:33:37 AM
"Huh?" Perhaps the minotaur didn't hear right.
"You dislike your Overlord?" He says, chewing on a ham leg, totally unaware of his lack of etiquette.
Zeoll Saturday October 30th, 2004 8:31:01 AM
[Ceil, I thought I left Croc at Solgrin's house. Did he follow us to the temple? Poor lonely Croc!]
After eating so much meat so fast, Zeoll puts a hand on his tummy. "I hope you folks will excuse me," he says. He makes a quick exit from the banquet, seeking a private nook of a certain sort.
Paw'caw(ceil) Saturday October 30th, 2004 8:46:02 AM
Paw'caw flies in the lazy eight patern, when Shes is joined by beautiful Golden Eagle. There in the sparkling blue sky they soar toghther.
Managram(ceil) Saturday October 30th, 2004 8:51:23 AM
Managram as he is eating the meat off this bone, looks to Leets, 'Hump! I Sir, am alway on my good behaver!' Then goes bach chuwing and slurping his food.
Elder(ceil) Saturday October 30th, 2004 8:57:50 AM
Elder though that the food in Flat-tops dish was very tasty, so out of his pouch and he sits in frout of Kanchana place at the table. When Flat-top look away, the weasel grab a few of the tender leaves, the it's back into the pouch to eat his catch.
Roz(ceil) Saturday October 30th, 2004 9:04:40 AM
Roz in in her hiding place, feeling very secure. When she gets a sence that there is something going on between the Magister and the one they call Terrain. ~~I wonder how I can tell my Master?~~
Croc(ceil) Saturday October 30th, 2004 9:14:41 AM
[Cayzel, you might have done that, but poor Croc went looking for a body of water for his skin. he followed what he though your scent, and wound up in the Temple's big Fountain. Crocs are very single minded and very hard to train]
Crock smiles that famus lizard smile of his and swims in the fountain (and if there was ant fish in the flowing Fountain, they are all gone now). 'I'll swim for another hour, then I'll take a nap in the sun.
Flat-top Saturday October 30th, 2004 9:25:07 AM
Flat-top watches this little thief of a weasel, steal some of his salad and goes back to hide in Kanchana's pouch. A few minuts later, out he comes again, sit in frount of his mistress, watching him. When the pest think he's safe, he steals some of his salad.
Flat-top think of a plan to teach a leson to this little pet. So he call one of the servants and ask him "Do you have a Veggie called Cherry Pepper? Either a Green one or a Red one will do??"
Alicia - Overlord (NPC Jan) Saturday October 30th, 2004 11:58:46 PM
"No really, it's wonderful to meet you all. An honour," Alicia says to Zeoll with a smile, before the liontaur nips off to the loo. "There's no need to do anything, honestly. Although perhaps..." subconsciously she fingers the bracelet once more. "If, on your journey, you encounter the Storm Dragons, I'd would love to have word sent to me, on how they are faring, and if they are well." Sigh. "It's a dangerous world out there."
Terran - Overlord's Aide (NPC Jan) Sunday October 31st, 2004 12:13:35 AM
Terran's half orc face creases into a frown. Leaning forward he looks at the Magister, then glances toward the Overlord briefly, making sure she isn't listening.
He speaks quietly. "Keep an eye on 'Dolores'?" he emphasizes that last word. "You don't know who you're dealing with, do you. Oh - and you DO realize that if she overheard you calling her by her first name and not her proper title, you're liable to have your skin flayed off, or worse. The Lady Solara is a stickler for the proper etiquette. "Or... is there something going on between you two that I don't know about?"
His frown is replaced by a fearsome, mirthless grin. He glances at Brahmah, who's obviously heard the conversation.
Gecktar Monday November 1st, 2004 3:49:36 AM
Gecktar appreciate the lunch and the peaceful time theyhave for the moment. He knows that this is the calm before the storm.
They must be prepared to fight for their lives and their quest the unity of taurs.
He thinks to himself they should discuss about their next actions. He has to asks their captan what he is thinking about the course of actions. But this could be done later.
Kale Monday November 1st, 2004 9:16:38 AM
Kale says "I need to go to the bathroom. Where is it?"
Flat-top Monday November 1st, 2004 3:47:05 PM
"Gee I drank too much water." as Flat-top realise that he has to go too. "Wait a minut I'm going with you! Kale" But before he leaves he puts the cherry pepper in his salad. 'Now that will teach that little thief not to steal my salad.'
Flat-top leaves with Kale and a servant.
Paw'caw(ceil) Monday November 1st, 2004 3:53:02 PM
Paw'caw flies in beautiful circle with her boy friend the Golden male Eagle.
Managram(ceil) d20+5=21 Monday November 1st, 2004 3:58:33 PM
Managram is peacefuly crounches on the bone that Leets gave him, 'It's too quiet!' Managram thinks to himself, 'There's a lot of nervious toe tapping going on down here.'
Spot 21
Roz(ceil) Monday November 1st, 2004 4:05:06 PM
The little Flying lizard inches her head towards the openong of her hiding place. There she will watch the one they call Terran. The for some reason she begin to hum.
Elder(ceil) Monday November 1st, 2004 4:09:05 PM
Elder watches Flat-top trot off with Kale, 'OH! Look! he's leaving is salad? Maybe he's finish with it!' But the lettuce looks soo good, that he has a hard time controling the erge of taking a few leaves.
Croc(ceil) Monday November 1st, 2004 4:15:20 PM
The alligater has been swiming for hours, Now he wanted to sleep in the sun. So he swims faster and faster in a circle, then swims toward the edge. Then leaps out of the fountain, landing on the floor. The monks are all appauding at the trick he just made.
Crock slowly walks out of the temple, hefind a sunny spot in the middle of the lawn, he will now falls asleep.
The Magister. (DM Jim) Monday November 1st, 2004 4:46:22 PM
The magister looks to Terran and shakes his head. "There is nothing going on between us." He flinches with Terran's comment and looks around for a second. "When she is around I watch my tongue closely and as to keeping an eye on her...I know that is not completely possible, but we have to keep her out of as much trouble as possible." He shakes his head at the thought of keeping Dolores occupied for any length of time let alone if she has a mind to do something else.
He turns to Brahmah and shakes his head with an embarrassed look on his face. "No I do not mean the good Lady Overlord, but the one you will most likely be meeting very soon." He glances around to see who is close by and then speaks again to Brahmah. "Suffice it that you will do well to be leary of her." He says no more on the subject as he goes back to his food but with little appetite.
Brahmah d20+3=16 Monday November 1st, 2004 6:04:15 PM
Brahmah just nods in agreement with the Magester. (Sense Motive on the human 16)
He continues to eat and eventually gets full. He has another stein of ale and then cuts himself off.
"So this Dolores is seedy is she? Hmmm... well, is she human? Elven? What is it she does again?"
Toros Monday November 1st, 2004 8:16:34 PM
Toros struggles with his fourth round of eating, However he is determined to finish two more plates and break fast his feast record.
Zeoll Monday November 1st, 2004 9:25:21 PM
Zeoll returns, and seems impatient to be about the group's business. But what IS that business?
Is there a service the overlord might request? Is there some way to get out of this city? Zeoll shares his thoughts with the Chosen.
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[OOC: Jim, can we assume that our recent Catacombs purchases have been delivered?]
Gecktar Tuesday November 2nd, 2004 2:49:01 AM
Gecktar, while eating and drinking reasonnaly, is talking to other dinner guests to learn more about the city.
Flat-top Tuesday November 2nd, 2004 7:06:37 AM
Flat-top takes on look at what these people call a previe. He complains to Kale, "It looks like you can fit in there, You only have two hoves. But I can't back in there, my body is too long! I cannot go in face first, I'll wet the floor out here!"
Flat-top shakes his head, "Ahh! Gee! Just show me a lawn and a few bushes and I'll do the rest."
Kale Tuesday November 2nd, 2004 9:02:55 AM
"I didnt really have to go." Kale tells Flat-Top. "I just wanted to get out of there."
Leets Tuesday November 2nd, 2004 12:14:53 PM
Leets tastes some wine, but still looks oddly at Zeoll...
He tries to enjoy this peaceful time of feast, but can't help but wonder if some evil isn't lurking...Maybe the food could be poisoned...Maybe it wouldn't be polite to wonder aloud...
Brahmah Tuesday November 2nd, 2004 4:56:04 PM
Brahmah simply continues to shovel in the food and drink. Not since the Keep has he had such a meal.
He continues to watch the people around him.
Toros Tuesday November 2nd, 2004 6:50:05 PM
OOC: Dear Jim, It will be interesting to think Toros as a trainee for being "Mendicant" Prestige Class.
A New Player. (DM Jim) Tuesday November 2nd, 2004 7:35:25 PM
A young woman enters the banquet hall and looks around with a rather uppity look. She only gives the group a once over before she comes to stand next to where the Overlord is seated. "Overlord...I hear that you have need of me?" She keeps the contempt just barely out of her voice and maybe by chance you may hear it.
She does not bother to look at the others that are in the room as if they are beneath her. The magister shakes his head and mutters under his breathe before standing and bowing to the Overlord. "Please excuse me so that I can make reservations for the Chosen at the Giggling Ghost." He then leaves at a nod by the Overlord.
Terran slips into the shadows of the room and tries to make himself scarce. Part of it is that he does not like the young woman and the other part is to hide his stance of contempt for her.
Consider everyone to have their equipment that they have recently purchased in the Catacombs. I thought that I had gotten to everyone but must have missed a few. Sorry about that.
Jan - One last post here if you want and then I will take over for the rest. It was great to have you along for the ride. Hope you enjoyed it as well. Thanks for the assist with the Overlord and Terran.
Brahmah Wednesday November 3rd, 2004 1:06:49 AM
Brahmah stops eating and looks up from his food. "Giggling Ghost? Reservations? Why?"
Gecktar Wednesday November 3rd, 2004 2:44:06 AM
Gecktar talk to Leets in a whisper : "What is the Giggling Ghost ? And why should we have a reservation there ? Do you know something about that ?"
Brahmah Wednesday November 3rd, 2004 3:01:32 AM
"The Ghost is a famous Inn, but why are we going there?"
Leets d20+1=20 Wednesday November 3rd, 2004 3:03:04 AM
Leets wonders what the newcomer means (Int check 20), and then answers Gecktar:
"From what I remember, the Gigling Ghost is some kind of magic things store...Of course, if they have magic portals there, or powerful enough spellcasters they can probably send us where they want...Or where we want"
Flat-top Wednesday November 3rd, 2004 4:48:58 AM
Flat-top look at Kale, answering him, "Oh! Great! I'll bet you enjoyed seeing me try to put my hind end into that previe? Well Let's go into the garden So that I can really go!."
Flat-top and Kale takes off to the beautiful garden.
Kale Wednesday November 3rd, 2004 9:48:27 AM
"Sure, ill make sure no one disturbs you." Kale tells Flat-Top as they go to the garden
Alicia - Overlord (NPC Jan) Wednesday November 3rd, 2004 10:51:51 AM
"Ah, Lady Solara. I thought it only proper that the Gold level have the task of making sure our friends from the Taur Islands are given everything they need. I believe their main priority is to find passage elsewhere, and right now the portal is down. Can you help them?"
Zeoll Wednesday November 3rd, 2004 5:02:26 PM
Zeoll seems to remember hearing of the Giggling Ghost -- but wasn't that just a dream?
He bows and says to the newcomer, "Hello! We arre especially pleased to have you to help us. Ourr thanks!"
Lady Solara. (DM Jim) Wednesday November 3rd, 2004 7:08:03 PM
Lady Solara gives a nod to the Overlord and answers her. "It would be my pleasure to help them out...even get them home if it is in my power." Turning she takes in the Chosen for what would seem the first time. She shakes her head as you talk of the GG and laughs ruefully. "The Giggling Ghost is an inn and you will find it suitable for even ones as yourselves." She shakes her head as she looks to the Overlord to say...can this be for real.
Glancing to Zeoll she gives him what may pass as a smile for some. "Well you should be honored...it is not seldom that I play babysitter." She smiles again as she nods to the Overlord one last time. "But for honored guests such as yourselves I cannot refuse." She moves to the doors leading out and waits somewhat patiently for you all to stand. "Come, we must go to the Giggling Ghost and speak of what it is you need of me." She also shakes her head as she sees the number is not quite right. "It seems we will need to pick up some missing Chosen as well."
Solgrin Wednesday November 3rd, 2004 8:32:58 PM
Solgrin looks at the others while listening to everything said then nods about going to the Giggling Ghost then follows the others.
Kanchana Wednesday November 3rd, 2004 8:38:35 PM
Kanchana listens while staying near Flat-top, then follows along with the others.
Zeoll d20+21=39 Wednesday November 3rd, 2004 8:40:19 PM
Zeoll thanks the Overlord again and then follows the Lady out. He says he is sure that Flat-top and Kale are just nearby.
He asks Solara as they walk, "Parrdon me, Lady, but we arre strrangerrs herre, and you seem verry knowledgeable. What is yourr station, herre, and your rrole? Why werre Terrran and the Magisterr trrading verrbal barrbs overr a perrson named 'Dolorres'? And honestly, why would you and the Overrlorrd want to help us? We had no idea any tale of the Chosen had rreached this farr-away city. Please forrgive me if I am too forrwarrd."
Zeoll tries to be diplomatic as he asks his questions -- check 39.
Leets Thursday November 4th, 2004 2:37:13 AM
The Centaur paladin prepares to leave and politely thanks the owner of the place for the feast.
"Oh! It looks like we're going to leave earlier than we thought! Finally, I wish we could have stayed a little bit more, even a couple of hours...I haven't met honorable clergymen of Domi for so long, and this place seemed to be peaceful, I wish I could have spent more time at the temple..."
Gecktar Thursday November 4th, 2004 2:39:10 AM
Gecktar stands up, to join the women. Before leaving, he bows before the Overlord : "Thank you for your welcome and your help Milady. The Chosen will not forget this."
Brahmah Thursday November 4th, 2004 3:01:54 AM
Brahmah stands by and watches the greetings, but holds his tongue. He simply nods to the lady.
Kale Thursday November 4th, 2004 6:42:07 AM
"Are you done yet?" Kale asks Flat-Top as 's searching for a place to go. "I think the others are leaving."
Flat-top Thursday November 4th, 2004 1:34:32 PM
Flat-top wanted to yell at kale but instead, as he look up. He see that the children are comming out of the palace. "Oh! Look! There coming out, Look like were leaving. Come On Kale let's see what up. Hump! I wonder if that little thief of Kanchana ever ate that cherry pepper?"
Flat-top will meet the group when they come out of the door.
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday November 4th, 2004 1:56:32 PM
Paw'caw Flies in a tight pattern now, it seem to her that thins are changing around her master. She better go see if she's needed.
Managram(ceil) Thursday November 4th, 2004 2:05:07 PM
Managran has finish his meal and is now sleepy. So he makes himself very comfitable by taking a nap on his back. But was asleep just a few minutes or so it seems, when Leets got up and heahed for the door. So Managram followed. (with out being told.)
Roz(ceil) Thursday November 4th, 2004 2:09:28 PM
Roz settles in her cozy place around Solgrin's neck, and falls asleep but the odd thing this time she Humms(in rythem?)
Elder(ceil) Thursday November 4th, 2004 2:14:16 PM
Elder find that Flat-top's salad was very good and tries to get more out of the bowl. He's about to pick up what looks like a small tomato, but Kanchana picks him up and walks off with him. He's disapionted that he didn't get that tomato. (too bad because that was the hot Chery pepper that flat-top ask for.)
Crock(ceil) Thursday November 4th, 2004 2:26:53 PM
Crock is spraled on the lawn asleep "ZZZZZZZ"
Kanchana Thursday November 4th, 2004 3:31:44 PM
After taking Ilder away from his nearly finished meal Kanchana follows the others lead. She doesn't approve of Lady Solara's arrogant attitude, yet the druidess is remarkably able to keep her mouth shut. There would be no point in making people angry.
Lady Solara. (DM Jim) Thursday November 4th, 2004 6:03:05 PM
Lady Solara looks to Zeoll and purses her lips. "So they were, were they." Her eyes flash with supressed anger as she mutters to herself. "My first name is Dolores but I advise you not to use it...Lady Solara is my title." She ponders his others questions as she tries to decide what to tell him and then decides on the truth. "I am the representative of the Gold Level of the Floating City. I help make decisions when it comes to government and host dignitaries like yourselves." She steps out the door and spots the other Chosen off in the distance of the garden. Her frown and eyes speak volumns as she waves them over.
She walks towards the front gates as she gives another passable smile. "The Chosen are known in the Float as well as many other places I would suppose. As to why I would help you...the Overlord has ordered it. As to why she would help you...that is her own business." You can tell that she has her own thoughts on this and they are not neccessarily nice.
She leads you to a nice posh inn on the Gold Level? and enters with a flourish. She takes in the scene there and scowls down several people. In fact some of the shy away to go to their rooms, leave the establishment and just plain avert their gaze from her. Moving over to the innkeeper she gets a large private room that they all can meet in.
Toros Thursday November 4th, 2004 6:59:09 PM
Seeing that Lady Solara and Chosen are getting ready to go, Toros says good bye to the delicious dishes that have been accompanying him for the last a couple of hours. However, he does not forget to pick up some fruit to eat on the way. With a half eaten apple hidden in his paw, neither he forgets to greet the new Lady shyly.
Zeoll Thursday November 4th, 2004 8:51:51 PM
"Well, thank you forr yourr honesty, Lady. And forr yourr help. I hope that we will be able to rrepay yourr kindness."
[OOC: Welcome back, Eunice and Dominic! You were missed!]
Brahmah Friday November 5th, 2004 1:28:18 AM
Brahmah follows along, still not sure what to make of all the hospitality. This whole situation lost him hours ago. He says little other than introducing himself.
Gecktar Friday November 5th, 2004 2:36:37 AM
Gecktar feel nervous. He don't trust this Lady Solara. He don't know why but it is... He thinks that she will not directly betray them but she will not avoid to put them in a dangerous situation...
His instinct makes him verify all his equipment, armor he has recently bought, weapons, and every other gear.
Kanchana Friday November 5th, 2004 4:24:19 AM
Kanchana goes to the inn with the others. She is growing less and less fond of cities and their inhabitants as the minutes tick by. All of this unexpected hospitality is making her head spin. There is no reason why people who could care less about Taurs should be so nice to them. Then it comes to mind that perhaps they are just being 'corraled'. Kanchana rolls her eyes at the thought and determines to stay nearby Solgrin for the moment since he knows the city.
Kale Friday November 5th, 2004 6:48:44 AM
as they travel, Kale keeps a look out for anyone following them.
Flat-top Friday November 5th, 2004 9:48:29 AM
Flat-top spots the Party coming of the palace, "here the come Kale." Kale and Flat-top runs to join the Children of Domi, "I'm soory, but we took a wrong turn and we winded up in this beautiful Garden." He tell the Woman of Ice.
With out another word they fall into line and follow her to a place where they'll stay. Althow Flat-top find it odd that they are not going back to the Temple of Dimi or to Solgren abode?? But lead them to a Inn and orders a large room for them, 'Hmmm! almost want to box them in??' He wonders.
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+15=34 Friday November 5th, 2004 9:56:20 AM
Paw'caw spots her master walking along going to another building, well his not to leave her behind. She drop several feet, slow her flight to a glid, then purches on his shoulder.
She look into his eyes telling him 'I'm comming too!'.
Managran(ceil) Friday November 5th, 2004 10:02:01 AM
Managram puff out his chest as he trots beside his master, "moof! Moof!" he tell his master.
*I'll translate: 'Not to worry Master, I'm here to protect you!' That's as close as I can tell, because the dog has a soup bone in his mouth*
Elder(ceil) Friday November 5th, 2004 10:21:48 AM
Elder is none too happy because he could not get another mouthfull of fruits and salad. But Kanchana know her pet pretty well by now. She had put some fruits and lettuce, then she put in something called corn and VEGGIES??.
But he love going along for the ride.
Roz(ceil) Friday November 5th, 2004 10:25:51 AM
Roz tickles Aolgrin ear, she memtaly tell him ~~I want some fruits~~ then she returns to her humming again."Hmmm! Humm!"
Croc(ceil) Friday November 5th, 2004 10:33:47 AM
Croc sleep the whole morning away, then wakes, sniffs the air. Something tell him that the taurs have moved?? So he slowly move to the lake, has some fish. then exit the other side of the lake, near the Inn.
Croc picks up his scent again (fresh too). So He'll picks a nice comfy place and sleep the rest of the day way. "ZZZZzzzz!"
(but at least he's near his Taur.)
Solgrin Friday November 5th, 2004 3:35:10 PM
Solgrin takes out a bit of fruit and hands it to Rozca, then scratches her under the chin. Solgrin continues to follow along with the rest of the Chosen.
"So...How May I Help You?
Lady Solara. (DM Jim) Friday November 5th, 2004 8:46:55 PM
Having a key to the large room she moves to it after giving instructions that they are not to be disturbed. She steps lightly into the room and then stops by the large table inside as she waits for the others to enter.
The first thing you notice is that the room is furnished to fit not only humanoids but also taurs as well. Cushions and special couch type chairs are set up to be pulled near the table.
Lady Solara falls into a small series of words spoken in a strange language that prickles the hair on the back of your necks. With a satisfied look she nods her head and closes the door behind the group. "Please make yourselves comfortable and enjoy the refreshments." She takes a seat herself and pours herself a glass of the wine that sets on the table. Sipping she looks to the group with a studying gaze before speaking. "So...how am I to help you??" You get the suspicion that she already has an idea but is looking for you to speak it.
Kale Friday November 5th, 2004 11:12:54 PM
Kale, sensing the power of this woman, says quietly, "We are looking to leave the city very quietly. Can you arrange this?"
Fla-top Saturday November 6th, 2004 9:52:26 AM
Flat-top neck hair rises, 'Trouble is her name, I don't like it', But to Kanchana he tells her,"Sit by me Kitten and be ready for anything!"
Leets Saturday November 6th, 2004 2:09:59 PM
Leets looks around in the room, studying the strange furniture. When Lady Solara asks her question, the Centaur paladin naturally looks at Brahmah, confident in the leader of the Chosen.
Solgrin Saturday November 6th, 2004 2:21:29 PM
Solgrin looks around the room before talking a seat.
Solgrin will ask "What is it that you just did Lady Solara?"
Toros d20=12 Saturday November 6th, 2004 10:14:17 PM
By any chance, can Toros get a feeling of what Lady Solana was doing with those "small series of words spoken in a strange language". (d20=12) In any case, these attracted his attention, and he seems to be trying to make sense of what she has just done.
Brahmah Sunday November 7th, 2004 4:21:09 AM
"Yes, we would like to leave quietly if possible. Truth be told, we've been here longer than we would like."
Kanchana Sunday November 7th, 2004 5:59:59 PM
Kanchana gladly sits next to Flat-top. Since she already feels uncomfortable enough being in a city she is quite ready to face just about anything. The druidess will keep an eye on the Lady; particularly after she speaks the strange words. Kanchana has mixed feelings about Lady Solara's 'game playing'. Seeing that their host is at least drinking the wine Kanchana very discreetly checks some of the food and then gets herself and Flat-top something to drink. Kanchana makes sure that Ilder gets plenty of new, fresh veggies to eat. She clears her companion a place to eat on the table next to herself.
Gecktar Monday November 8th, 2004 2:12:16 AM
Gecktar sit on a taur sized chair. He listen to Brahmah and he nods at their captain words but he think there is one thing they don't discuss yet... It is their potential destinations.
In his mind he evaluates all possibilities : First going back to the Hearthold bear great risks as they are well known and the Keep might be occupied, by the fallen church of Domi. Second, Plateau city where Captain Lira might provide them another means to travel. Other places, he don't find any attractive place...
Zeoll Monday November 8th, 2004 6:48:47 AM
The liontaur waits to hear how the noblewoman responds to the things the Chosen have said so far.
Flat-top Monday November 8th, 2004 4:29:17 PM
Flat-top listens and watches the woman sitting at the head of the table. Flat-top will eat only what Kanchana gives him.
He does not trust anything or the sevants around the place. He wait!!
Brahmah Monday November 8th, 2004 6:25:13 PM
"So, we are headed for Plataeu City because the Gossamer Wing is there, correct?"
Lady Solara. (DM Jim) Monday November 8th, 2004 8:37:35 PM
Lady Solara looks to Solgrin and grins slightly. "At least one of you has a little sense." She shakes her head in disbelief at the others and then looks back to Solgrin. "I just checked the room for listening spells and other magics that I do not want here...then I protected the room against such eavesdroping." She then turns back to the matters at hand as she takes another sip of wine.
With a nod as their apparent leader speak up she nods once. "I gathered that you wanted out of the town and in a hurry. It is also known that the portal out is currently down." Her foot taps lightly under the table as if she is annoyed with the banter going on. "Now as to a destination??" She leaves it hanging even as Brahmah mentions the city of Pleateau City. She quirks an eyebrow wondering if this is a group decision or a leader one. "You need time to talk it over??" She drinks what is the last of her wine in the glass and nods again. "Anyway it will take me some time to prepare the neccessary spell to get you any distance at all."
Taking a bundle of grapes from the fruit bowl she plucks one and then pops it into her mouth, seeming to savory the flavor. "Anything else I can answer for you?" She leans back and refills her glass with more wine.
[There is noone else in the room but The Chosen and Lady Solara.]
Solgrin Tuesday November 9th, 2004 3:43:54 AM
Solgrin smiles at Lady Solara then asks "is there anything that I can do to aid you with the spell?"
"I do not have any ideas for a different destination as going to Plateau City could possibly help us. There is a guild in Plateau City that I would find most benificial to the Chosen if I was to join it. The guild is called the Star Mages guild. We may also possibly find on our journey there others that may help us." looking at each of the Chosen while talking.
Gecktar Tuesday November 9th, 2004 4:17:41 AM
Gecktar don't know if he can talk freely with Lady Solara among them. Being careful he decides to tell the less he need.
"I agree with Brahmah, I think Plateau city is a good destination. It could provide us a base of operation."
Looking at Kanchana "I know you don't like such cities, but I think that if we need to find informations, it will be easier in a town."
Brahmah d20+3=14 Tuesday November 9th, 2004 5:11:31 AM
The minotaur, still not sure about all the humans so willing to help the Chosen, looks at the woman tilting his head. "Plateau City will be fine. What do you get out of helping us? And while I'm asking, why is it you insult our and my intellect so readily?" Seemingly unconcerned about the spellcaster sitting in front of them. (Sense Motive 14)
He absentmindedly strokes Pah'caw's beak as he talks.
Kale Tuesday November 9th, 2004 6:44:42 AM
Kale remains silent and eyes the good lady expectantly, waiting for her response
Flat-top Tuesday November 9th, 2004 6:49:58 AM
Flat-top tell Kanchana, "Stay alert! I think things are about to pop!"
The Fighter tell Brahmah, "I'm with you, Captain. What ever is good for the Chosen, I would not want the Dark One to take out his revenge here."
Zeoll Tuesday November 9th, 2004 12:38:32 PM
"Yes, please, Lady Solarra," the wemic says, "I do have one prressing question."
"We will be coming back herre some day, I am surre, so I would like yourr advice on the best way to do that in the futurre."
"And thank you forr the help you have given us."
Leets Tuesday November 9th, 2004 2:16:55 PM
The Centaur paladin is about to answer something to the arrogant spellcaster, but prefers to hold his tongue. Instead of this, he nods at Brahmah, and smiles.
"Plateau City sounds like a great choice to me Captain!"
Toros Tuesday November 9th, 2004 5:28:53 PM
Toros is satisfied with the so-called Lady's, and the Chosens' responses to each other at the moment. He does not feel the need to say anything more, rather look around to get to know his surroundings better.
Kanchana Tuesday November 9th, 2004 8:38:26 PM
Kanchana rolls her eyes and sighs as she says "another city, Brahmah I hope this does not involve boats or ships."
Kanchana looks around while thinking 'this is an arrogant host, I suppose I cannot expect any better from a citydweller'. "If I have to go to another city then so be it. With any luck we will at least get to travel through more pleasant areas on our way there. Though honestly I do not believe that there are very many answers in any of these cities."
Lady Solara. (DM Jim) Tuesday November 9th, 2004 8:48:06 PM
Lady Solara looks to Solgrin and smiles as she shakes her head. "No what I must do to prepare for this spell will be dangerous...and something I must do myself." You get the impression that some of what she says is true but not all.
Turning to Brahmah her eyes narrow dangerously and then she starts to laugh. "Oh I did not mean to belittle any of you...it is just the inquisitive mind that fascinates me." You get the feeling that she is once again telling half truths. She quickly sobers up as she addresses his next question. "I get a little more fame for helping out The Chosen. Besides that it is my duty to the Overlord to do as she commands." She seems to keep a barely suppresed bit of anger out of her voice as she almost spits out the last.
She slowly turns her head to take in Zeoll and shakes her head. "The arch in this city can take you to many places...one arch is in Plateau City. I would suppose that you could return here again from there." She slowly stands as she lays her empty glass upon the table. She moves over to the double doors and then stops as if considering something. "I would request one boon from The Chosen...what is it that brought you to this city??" Once she has an answer she claps her hands once and opens the doors.
Soon the table is cleared and you notice that things are also set up for you to sleep in this room as well. You are soon alone in the room once again and have time to think.
Kanchana Tuesday November 9th, 2004 10:40:15 PM
Kanchana bristles at Lady Solara's boon question. She has a feeling that they shouldn't answer her question, mostly because Solara's motives for wanting to know are unclear. The Druidess makes certain to make her comment to Lady Solara before she has a chance to leave the room.
"Why do you care to know what brought us here, Lady Solara? Surely whatever Calling that compells us to seek our fates is none of your concern."
Kanchana wisely mentions nothing of the Children or of the troubles that occured on the Taur Isles. She makes sure to keep steady eye contact with their host.
Leets Wednesday November 10th, 2004 2:15:53 AM
Leets makes one step forward.
"Do not take offense, Lady Solara...But you must understand that the ways of citydwellers are not well known to us Taurs, and thus we cannot trust anybody, especially since Marteaus' forces are at work in this city..."
"So as long as you act under the Overlord command, like sending us where she wants, all will be all right...But I don't remember her wanting to know about our motives..."
Gecktar Wednesday November 10th, 2004 3:12:07 AM
Gecktar don't feel any reason to answer the Lady. Kanchana and Leets gave her their responses and it appears sufficient.
Brahmah Wednesday November 10th, 2004 6:55:58 AM
Brahmah smiles. "I'm glad you weren't making fun of us."
He looks at the group as she asks about the Package brought to city. "Um, if you don't mind, for the safety of the Package and yourself, I believe it best not to tell you currently. I would like nothing more than to tell you, but I fear for the safety of everyone involved."
Kale Wednesday November 10th, 2004 7:07:30 AM
"I really dont think this lady needs to be protected." Kale says to Brahmah. "I really dont see the harm in telling her, but its your decision."
Flat-top Wednesday November 10th, 2004 7:54:15 AM
Flat-top listens to the lady's question, then whispers to Kanchana, "Good Girl! She deserves that and I'm still not sure of her motives."
Flat-top get up to go ti the window, but on his way he stops besides Solgrin and lift a lock of his hair, exposing a little of his pet. "Cute! is the word I'm looking for. Fast on the bitting too."
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday November 10th, 2004 7:57:24 AM
Paw'caw purches on the back of Brahmah's chair, she watches the human leave. She ruffles he feathers as if to say 'Cold as Ice!'
Managram(ceil) Wednesday November 10th, 2004 8:06:25 AM
Managram chews on his bone, but when that female starts for the door!! He growls "Grrr!" as if to say 'Your not tanking my bone!' then he goes back to chew his bone.
Roz(ceil) Wednesday November 10th, 2004 8:12:33 AM
Roz is curled around her master's neck humming. When this hand lift's some of Master's haid, she looks at this hand and snaps at it, She hisses! 'How dare you! Out! I tell you! I'm consentrating on my cluth.' Then Humms herself to sleep.
Elder(ceil) Wednesday November 10th, 2004 8:18:46 AM
The little fur ball curls in his home (the pouch), he has a full tummy, and now is very sleepy. "Eek! click! Click! Burp!" meaning 'MaMa is so good to me! Burp!' Then fall fast to sleep.
Croc(ceil) Wednesday November 10th, 2004 8:22:56 AM
Now that the night is falling, Croc will look around, sees that his master is not back yet. He'll head for the lake to rest for the night, he'll also keep watch on the grounds so nobody will intrude.
Solgrin Wednesday November 10th, 2004 2:19:24 PM
Solgrin looks at the others then at Lady Solara and says "I just recieved my calling to the Cosen of Domi."
"Rozca, be nice to the others and what is this about your clutch? Have you been out doing something that is coming home to roost?"
Zeoll Wednesday November 10th, 2004 5:45:41 PM
"Since we are evidently leaving from this very room, we will need to go back to Solgrin's place to fetch our things -- including Croc."
Zeoll takes off to run that errand and be back as soon as he can. He asks if anyone else needs him to fetch anything, or if Solgrin wants him to leave a good-bye note.
Or the centaur might want to come with Zeoll in order to say good-by.
The Big Room and Other Places. (DM Jim) Wednesday November 10th, 2004 9:04:55 PM
Lady Solara leaves having gotten at least some kind of an answer, but you can tell it is not what she truely had been looking for.
Still you are not too sure how soon she will show back up, though Solgrin can suggest that it will be at least three to four days.
Zeoll makes a trip to Solgrin's masters house to pick up all the stuff that was left there. It is figured that the room they have at the GG would be a better place than to return to the house.
Zeoll Wednesday November 10th, 2004 10:19:10 PM
While Zeoll is out fetching his croc, he attends to some other errands of his own. It takes him a little longer to return than one might have thought.
Toros d20=17 Wednesday November 10th, 2004 11:15:31 PM
Toros thinks to try the famous drink they have here in GG, but he cannot remember its name, something greeeeeen...., and what was special about it? (d20, 17)
Solgrin Thursday November 11th, 2004 2:25:08 AM
Solrin look at the others the says "I will be back shortly I need to go and take care of something at my master's house."
Solgrin turns and takes off at a moderate pace returning to his masters home. Once there Solgrin will go about cleaning up the house so that his master does not have a messy home when he returns. Solgrin will make sure all of his equipment is cleaned and in good repair as he packs his bags. Once finished Solgrin will take and write a small note to his master.
My Master and friend, I have been called upon by Domi as one of his Chosen. I am off trying to help do his work using all the skills and knowlege that you have imparted upon me over the last several years. I will keep in contact as best I can. I will leave messages for you at the guild halls of the Star Mages guild as you told me along time ago that you are a member from time to time letting you know how I am doing. If you need me leave me a message there as I hope to join the guild in the future. your friend and student, Solgrin
Solgrin leaves the note on his masters table then gathers up his bags, locks up the house and returns to the other Chosen.
Brahmah Thursday November 11th, 2004 6:46:24 AM
Brahmah isn't too worried about how Solara took the lack of information. After all, he did say she'd eventually find out.
Flat-top Thursday November 11th, 2004 9:36:20 AM
Flat-top tired of looking out of the window, snaps his head to attention! A sneeky smile crosses his face, "Err! Cleric Toros, Do you mean the drink they call 'Flaming Green Gnomish??' You never had one before?? Well! then it is a tradisions that some one must buy you the first drink!! Please let me be the one to buy you your First Gnomish."
As Both Toros and Flat-top leaves the room to go into the tavern part. The centaur tell the others "Get his bed ready! I'll be carrying him back in my arms. And he woun't be walking. Tee Hee!"
Kale Thursday November 11th, 2004 9:47:06 AM
"So, we just hang out here for a few day?" Kale asks no one in paticular
Gecktar Thursday November 11th, 2004 12:17:57 PM
"Well, if some one wants to come with me, I intend a last visit to the temple of Domi"
"Anyone interested ?"
Kanchana (to Gecktar) Thursday November 11th, 2004 5:54:53 PM
"I will join you Gecktar. It has been awhile since I last visted any of his sanctioned Temples for my own sake."
Toros Thursday November 11th, 2004 7:19:31 PM
Toros gets excited for Flat-top's offer, and follows him to the tavern...
The Meeting of a Hero. (DM Jim) Thursday November 11th, 2004 7:54:25 PM
The Chosen split up for awhile and go about their own business as needed.
Zeoll is able to find his croc and gear with ease. He also takes care of some personal business as well, before returning to the GG.
Gecktar and Kanchana visit the temple of Domi and are led back to the same room they had visited before. The acolyte lights the incense for them and then steps outside, waiting to see if they need anything else.
Flat-top takes Toros back into the common room and orders up a pair of green gnomishes for the both of them. The alcohol is strong and slightly bitter but still a little sweet to the taste. (Fort DC 18 or feel the effects of drunkeness, fail by more than 5 and pass out, +2 to DC for each extra gnomish drank)
The group meets back up in the room for the night. Some may have to be carried back to the room. The staff will come and get some of the Chosen if this is needed. The night is uneventful and you all get a good nights rest.
The morning comes with the sound of knocking at the door.
[jkf - this is your entrance for Nonam's appearance]
[Flat-top and Toros will need to make another Fort DC 18 or have a splitting headache, , +2 to DC for each extra gnomish drank]
Toros d20=18 d20=12 d20=11 Thursday November 11th, 2004 10:30:13 PM
Toros drinks his first Green Groomish with wonder, and he enjoys it. It is good, not so strong, but tasty and lets him have fun! (d20+9= 27>18).
After the first drink his good mood gets himself a second one. (d20+9=21>20). He also buys the second drink for Flat-top, if he wants or can drink another one.
Although he enjoys it very much, Toros is not so much familiar with the tavern and its people. Thus, it is up to Flat-top to continue the night or leave it here. He has already started to feel the effect of alcohol, yet he can still have a good sleep and wake up well in the morning (d20+9=20).
Zeoll Thursday November 11th, 2004 11:09:29 PM
Zeoll returns from his errands leading his new Crocodile friend and sporting a flashy new cape that makes him seem more ... charismatic, or something!
"I hope that Lady is able to send us on our way soon," he says.
Brahmah Friday November 12th, 2004 1:15:37 AM
Brahmah is quiet throughout the night, not even willing to go off drinking with Flat-top and Toros. Instead, he stays up that night and cleans up his gear and sharpens his weapons. He exercises and practices his sword-play. He is concentrating on the mission to come, whatever that may be.
Gecktar Friday November 12th, 2004 3:34:29 AM
While on the way to the temple, Gecktar discuss with Kanchana about her phylosophy (is she agree) as he don't understand her everytime when she takes some position. He is trying to understand her point of view even if he don't share it.
Arriving at the temple he salue the young novice and follow him to the small room where they already take place. Here, when they are alone with Kanchana he take the Heart of domi, put it on the auel and begin to meditate and pray.
Kale Friday November 12th, 2004 9:26:25 AM
Kale decides to catch up on his sleep until he hears the knock on the door. "Its probably that lady." Kale says as he answers the door.
Leets Friday November 12th, 2004 12:18:09 PM
Whereas some spend their night at the inn and some others visit the temple of Domi, Leets prefers to stay alone.
He will longly meditate about his faith and Domi's church that night, praying a lot and remembering how the holy power of Domi came to him on the loneliness of a silent hill, not in a temple nor a church of any kind...
Flat-top d20+10=30 d20+10=19 d20+10=20 Friday November 12th, 2004 12:39:45 PM
Both Toros and Flat-top belly up to the bar. The centaur smiles at the bartender, telling him "We have here a new Commer to the Drink of Flaming Gownmish! Please make two for us, Please!"
The bar tender look at the both of them asking "Are you sure?" The both taurs say yes. the bartender put two flaming mugs in frount of them,
Flat-top quite empress that Toros is not chocking and turning green, Oders another round.
The third round was ordered by Toros, Well not to be out done, he drinks the drink flames and all. Steem come out of his ears, his eyes roll in his head, then turns shuch a leafy greem. then passes out.
The next morning Flat-top wakes up in his aloted bed. With a spliting head ache.
"KNOCK! KNOCK!"Someone is at the door. Flattop yells "GO! AWAY! Ouch!"
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday November 12th, 2004 12:42:54 PM
Paw'caw stays with her master, she let's Brahmah groom her head feathers.
Managram(ceil) Friday November 12th, 2004 12:52:11 PM
Managram sleep at the hoves of his Master, sound a sleep "Zzzz!"
The came the Knock "Knock! Knock!"
Up jumps Managram barking, "Bark!! Bark!!"
Elder(ceil) Friday November 12th, 2004 1:00:57 PM
Elder wakes up early, so early that nobody else are awake. So out of the pouch he goes and explore the room. Picking up any thing that's on the floor that attracks him.
Elder has his head in a spit-toon, when there's a knock at the door, "KNOCK! KNOCK!"
Elder is so startle, that his head is stuck into the pot and is trying to make it back to Kanchana's pouch. "EEK! EEK! he screems.
Croc(ceil) Friday November 12th, 2004 1:06:08 PM
Croc is flooting on the water, he really look like a flooting log. But Zeoll spots him any way, and want him to follow. "Oh! Well! I might just as well, I like the food he give me."
So out of the water he goes, follows his master into this building, The patrens are a little leary of him, But still follows Zeoll.
Roz(ceil) Friday November 12th, 2004 1:12:25 PM
Roz is starting to act strangly, she not only humms, she also takes a few flight into closets, back packs, and up high in book shelves. Then back into her master hair again??
When she hears the knock at the door, She hisses at the door, "Hmmmm! Hiss! Hmmm! Hiss!".
Solgrin Saturday November 13th, 2004 2:58:36 AM
Solgrin returns to the room with the other Chosen then relaxes and starts to go over his spellbooks.
Nonam Firstorlast Saturday November 13th, 2004 7:03:02 PM
Kale opens the door to find a tall, bald human male standing there. The man's dressed in black leather pants and wears a loose, black shirt made of some sort of soft fabric. Perhaps, it's a fine wool. Kale's also able to catch a glimpse of mithril beneath the tunic. The rest of his attire makes a similar fashiong statement: black skull cap, black boots, and black cape with a silver lining. Even the dagger at his waist looks black.
The man also wears a good bit of jewelry. The amethyst pendant about his neck looks like it cost a fortune, and his fingers are covered in rings. There are three on each hand, and each is a different color. They look like they have some sort of significance, but the stranger isn't explaining what it is. Perhaps, the most striking piece of jewelry is curling dragon armband fashioned of silver and other metals wrapped around his right arm.
There's something else about him, an almost imperceptible crackle of magic. If Kale didn't know better, he'd swear that every item on the man's person was imbued with arcane energy.
Before he even opens his mouth, Kale can tell that the man is arrogant and accustomed to having other people do what he says. Even so, he seems rather pleasant and polite.
After the door is opened, the man bows quickly and says in a clear, confident voice, "My name is Nonam Firstorlast of Floating City. I've heard through the grapevine that you've had some dealings with the Lady Solara. She is a person of some power, but she is also rather dangerous. If it wouldn't be too much trouble, I'd appreciate a moment of your time to to apprise you of the sort of..." He pause a bit too long, "person that you are dealing with."
Zeoll d20+5=18 d20+3=5 Saturday November 13th, 2004 8:37:39 PM
Zeoll looks at Nonam and tries to remember if he has heard that name ... or if he recognizes what the human wears. [OOC: Bardic Lore 18 -- suggests that Zeoll has a good idea.]
The liontaur bows low, and his demeanor -- especially his tail, entangled in his hindlegs -- suggests that he is a little more than somewhat awed.
"Uh, um, huh, well, uh ..." [Wis check 5 puts the liontaur bard/druid at a bit of a loss for words]
"Please, sirr, come in. Sit down. Uh, thank you. Wow. Can we get you something?"
After a moment or four later, the Dragon's words sink in. "Lady Solarra?" Zeoll asks. "Um, the Overrlorrd seemed to trrust herr. She has been verry helpful so farr."
Flat-top Sunday November 14th, 2004 7:45:53 AM
Flat-top opens one eye, as this stranger enters, then jumps to his hoves, after all centaurs don't lie down unless they are very sick!. His head tell him as to why he was laying dowm.
"I'm alright! Ouch! Greetings Stranger!, If you don't mind i'll stand" Then turns to Kanchana and ask do you have a potion for a head ache?"
Toros Monday November 15th, 2004 12:50:53 AM
Toros is so much happy with the sleeping andday dreaming that, even he hears the new comer, it takes some time for him to pay attention to the ongoing talk.
Gecktar Monday November 15th, 2004 3:45:36 AM
After a night within the temple, praying and meditating, Gecktar goes back to the Giggling Ghost to meet other Chosen
Brahmah Monday November 15th, 2004 6:19:54 AM
Brahmah's mind turns over and over trying to remember where he's heard about this Nonam.
He gasps. "One of The Three? Thunder Dragons, right?" He can hardly contain his surprise. "Wait. Why would you famous types be interested in helping us? Telling us things?"
Brahmah's reaction might seem like that of a star-struck fan.
"Uh, um, oh, wait.... I'm Brahmah, Captain of the Chosen..." He adds. "...formerly of the Taur Isles." His horns blush at his stuttering.
Flat-top Monday November 15th, 2004 8:34:52 AM
The Centaur hold his head in one hand and takes something that Kanchana gives him (she also smerking at him.) Listens with only half a mind, in answer to Brahmah question "One of WHAT?? Ouch! Never heard of a Thunder Dragon, and he does not look like a dragon. He look like an assassin to me?".
To Kanchana he ask "Ouch! Are you sure that this stuff is going to work?".
Kale Monday November 15th, 2004 9:00:59 AM
Kale immediatly realizes the power this man has, and how dangerous he is. though he likes Nonan's choice of clothing, Kale makes sure he stays behind the man at all times.
Leets Monday November 15th, 2004 3:14:21 PM
Leets crosses his arms on his chest as he looks intensively at the newcomer. After Flat-Top's words, a dark veil comes upon his eyes...
"A dragon...Once more...Every time we meet a dragon, whichever is the color, it ends with a lot of death and suffering."
"However, Domi's will must be behind this new encounter, let's see what the famous Nonam has to say to the Holy Father's Chosen..."
Solgrin Monday November 15th, 2004 3:44:23 PM
Solgrin bows his head in silent acknowledgement and respect to Nonam. Solgrin moves to a better position as to hear everything that Nonam has to tell the Chosen.
A Little Bit More. (DM Jim) Monday November 15th, 2004 8:40:53 PM
The group talks or tries to talk to Nonam as best they can. Some find it not too thrilling to be mixed up with dragons again. Maybe someone should tell them that is the name of the group, then again maybe not.
[jkf - You can give them a little side info about something famous that Nonam did that Zeoll can remember. Something small but that may have went down in history. :)]
Gecktar Tuesday November 16th, 2004 2:29:50 AM
When coming back from the temple, Gecktar discover the newcomer in their room. He politely salutes him and them come close to Leets :"Who is this guy ? What's going on here ?" does he ask his friend.
Flat-top Tuesday November 16th, 2004 7:16:53 AM
Flat-top answers Gecktar, "He's a Dragon, a Black Dragon? Who come to advise us."
Leets Tuesday November 16th, 2004 1:36:11 PM
Leets smiles to Gecktar, and vaguely moves his shoulders to answer his question.
"Welcome back brother Gecktar. Our guest seems to be a Dragon of some kind, would it be his very nature or his rank...However, he seems to be familiar with the ...hem...local politics"
Leets gently put a hand on Managarm's head, playing with the golden fur of the celestial dog.
Brahmah Tuesday November 16th, 2004 3:54:40 PM
The leader doesn't hear much from the group, because he can't take his dark eyes off the legend standing in front of them. He does, however, hear something about the Dragon's nature and feels pbligated to speak as leader. "The Three were given the ability to shapeshift it dragons so that they could fight alongside the huge monsters that they have befriended." Or so goes the rumor on his former sailing ship of humans.
Nonam Tuesday November 16th, 2004 8:25:25 PM
"Storm Dragons, not Thunder Dragons. Though I suspect it doesn't make much difference, and yes we were once called the Three. Yes, the same group that destroyed the drow home city in the underdark and fought against Marteaus' army at the Battle of Edenmoor. Are we quite finished with that? As for the other legends, they're all quite true... except for maybe that dragon shapeshifting one. I'm the only one that can shapeshift, but I assure you that you can't shift into a dragon, well I could make myself look like one, but that isn't really the same thing is it? If you figure out how to do it, you let me know."
He sighs a bit as if he hates that sort of conversation and continues in a businesslike tone.
"Now on to the point. As for my purpose, I'm not here to help you, though I might just end up saving your lives. I'm trying to figure out what the Lady Solara is up to. She's a black dragon, you know. I don't mean a dragon like I'm a dragon. She's a real dragon. Her mate is named Lathiesse, and my friend Jus is carrying her spawn around in some sort of transdimensional sack. He's going to get himself eaten either by his pet or its mother, but that's his business. My business is to protect Floating City, and doing that will most likely involve stopping Solara from doing whatever she's scheming to do."
Then he finishes off with a bit of sarcasm, "Is that enough? Do I need to do some parlor tricks?"
(Since Zeoll is looking, some of his more common items in view include: mithril chain shirt, bracers of health, ring of evasion, pants of plenty, cloak of resistance, boots of speed, and a Knight of the Realm ring. His only weapon appears to be an ordinary dagger, and judging from the pristine look of the handle and sheath, it doesn't appear to have ever seen much use.)
Toros Wednesday November 17th, 2004 12:21:31 AM
Well, Toros still can not believe to his senses, which exhibit him information about extra-ordinary creatures and conspiracies. This is too much for his little, full-of-green-gnomish (or was it green-dragon!) brain. At the moment he is not too much sure what is real, and what is just a play of his brain.
Leets Wednesday November 17th, 2004 2:55:46 AM
The overwhelming news brought by Nonam suddenly make Leets looks very tired. Sadness can be seen in his eyes as he serches for confort in the own eyes of his friends. He then closes his eyes, knowing he will always find strength in Domi's presence.
"Oh, three-times blessed lord of the Taurs! How I miss the deep grass of my hills and the whool of my ships! You used to bring ambushes on our way to work our faith, but now dragons come, and their shadows came to life!"
"Please Allmighty Father! May it be like in the tales of our childhood! Make your Chosen end the story with the dragon, and then let them come back home!"
Gecktar Wednesday November 17th, 2004 5:07:29 AM
Gecktar feels suddenly little... very very little before the man and his revelations. Dragons here, dragons there.. Why Father Domi put the Chosen in the schemes of such powerful creatures ?
Brahmah Wednesday November 17th, 2004 6:14:17 AM
"Sure, parlor tric...." He trails off before the man decides he's had enough of the Chosen and does them in.
"Solara. Yes, of course. What do you want us to do Mr. Nonam sir?" Says the rarely humble minotaur. His tone is respectful.
Flat-top Wednesday November 17th, 2004 8:06:54 AM
Flat-top has a painful sheepish grin on his face, he look to Brahmah "Is He (Nomam) for real? What does he want? To help us or to get infomation?"
Kale Wednesday November 17th, 2004 9:58:10 AM
Kale shrugs his shoulders at Nonan's comments and says "We've already dealt with two dragons, how bad can one more be?"
Zeoll Wednesday November 17th, 2004 11:29:55 AM
Zeoll is not sure what to make of Nonam. So he settles for a question.
"The Overrlorrd told us the Lady would help us get to Plateau City. Should we do as she says? If not, would you help us get therre?"
Solgrin Wednesday November 17th, 2004 4:19:51 PM
Solgrin asks "Should we trust her then as the Overlord said she would help us?"
Kanchana Wednesday November 17th, 2004 5:20:53 PM
Kanchana gives Flat-top the 'you asked for it' smile then says "If you would not drink that you would not need a remedy that is almost as bad as the drink."
Kanchana then looks at the group and listens to everyones comments and questions.
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday November 17th, 2004 6:15:33 PM
The golden eagle just sit on Brahmah's shoulder and watches the new comer."
Managram(ceil) Wednesday November 17th, 2004 6:19:36 PM
Managram creeps slowly up to the Black clothed stranger, sniffing at his boots. Goes back to Leets side tries to tell him *That man need to change his soxs!*
Roz(ceil) Wednesday November 17th, 2004 6:22:38 PM
Roz has stop humming, She does not want to lay her eggs when that stranger is here. But she does watch him throught Slogrin hair.
Elder(ceil) Wednesday November 17th, 2004 6:26:56 PM
Elder will peek out of his cozy den on Kanchana's lap. He look around and spots that ring on the stranger, 'Oh! a beautiful sparkly! I wonder if he would miss it if I take it??' But he has a feeling that Mama is watching.
Croc(ceil) Wednesday November 17th, 2004 6:55:09 PM
Croc has found a sunny spot near a window, as he dozes he hopes that his master will not move for a while. 'ZZZ snort zzz'
The Storm Dragon. (DM Jim) Wednesday November 17th, 2004 9:05:47 PM
Many questions are asked and just as many answers are given back. Much to the taurs dismay it seems that Solara is not all that she appears to be. Still the Overlord is known even to Nonam as a lady that can be trusted.
In that one department he can be sure that the Lady Solara will help out The Chosen, as the Overlord has commanded it. He best advice would be to tell them not to divulge too much information about thier mission or past mission. That info could be bad for all those involved.
[Nonam can make all of the above known to The Chosen so that they will know.]
Nonam Wednesday November 17th, 2004 10:11:06 PM
"Just because she's a black dragon, that doesn't mean she isn't a civilized creature. If Alicia..." the wizard pauses for a moment as he attempts to account for something other than mere familiarity before continuing, "If the Overlord told you that you can trust Lady Solara to do something, then you can trust her to do so. Alicia... the Overlord trusts that dragon for some reason, but it is my responsibility to ensure the Overlord's safety. My faith in the Lady Solara is somewhat lacking, probably because the Lady's mate killed my friend. So, I'm checking on her to ensure the safety of my city and my... er, the Overlord. If speaking to me imperils your ability to reach Plateau City, then I assure you that I'll take care of it."
"As for taking care of two dragons already, don't think that means anything. I've not faced the Lady Solara in battle, but I have faced her mate. He is power itself. I suspect she is not far behind. I can tell you with absolute ceristainty that she is as skilled at magic as I am, and that is no small thing."
"You know the truth about her now. The only other thing that's important to me is to learn what sort of bargain she struck with you. She'll get you to Plateau City in exchange for what?"
Brahmah Thursday November 18th, 2004 2:32:43 AM
"We haven't divulged too much to anyone. We had hoped we wouldn't have to."
The minotaur goes silent for a moment, "A... black dragon? What? Solara is an actual black dragon or with some other Dragon organization?"
Gecktar Thursday November 18th, 2004 3:07:51 AM
"There is no bargain between us and Lady Solara. And now we know what she really is, we are going to be much more careful."
"Thanks for your precious informations Sir Nonam."
Kale Thursday November 18th, 2004 6:35:13 AM
this ugly human sure is arrogant, Kale thinks to himself, belittling our abilites. maybe i should stick him and see how powerful he is. but Kale doesnt put his thoughts into words and just stands there with a scowl on his face
Flat-top Thursday November 18th, 2004 11:34:05 AM
His headache is starting to go away. Flat-top is thinking 'This Nonam, is trying to protect somebody and the city.' But out loud he tells every body, "There's something going on, I feel that Lady Solara thinks that us taurs are benith her. In fact everybody is lowly, she has something up her sleeve.
Let's see what the Lady wants, then tell this Good man the plan, he'll tell us if it's a good one. Captain what do you think?"
Zeoll Thursday November 18th, 2004 1:29:15 PM
Zeoll is clearly grateful to Nonam for his warning. "It was good of you to caution us about the Lady. We intend to offerr herr nothing. Ourr underrstanding is that she will help us simply because the Overrlorrd asked herr to. And afterr hearring yourr worrds, we will be verry quiet about ourr own business."
"Is therre anything we can do to thank you forr yourr help?"
Leets Thursday November 18th, 2004 2:06:45 PM
Leets nods after Nonam's speech.
"In fact, in the case you didn't know, we were about to leave...After what you said, I was wondering if Lady Solara wasn't a little bit too happy with our departure...After all, you seem to know her better than we do, and she doesn't seem to be the kind of woman, or dragon, who does things for free...Right?"
The Final Warning. (DM Jim) Thursday November 18th, 2004 6:19:17 PM
The group has been warned to keep thier mission a secret from Lady Solara. She is more than she appears and has some other motives. The Overlord on the other hand can be trusted as she is always looking out for the Float.
Having done all that he can to help out the Chosen and still not tip his hand to the Lady Solara, he prepares to leave.
[Nonam's final warning should be about not tipping thier own hand on what they now know. Get to where the Lady Solara is going to send them and then leave the rest to fate as it were.]
Brahmah Friday November 19th, 2004 2:28:43 AM
The minotaur thanks the Dragon for the information and reminds the Chosen not to mention the 'packages'.
Gecktar Friday November 19th, 2004 3:19:55 AM
Now their are warned about the 'Lady, Gecktar prepare his gear to be ready when the time of departure has come.
Flat-top Friday November 19th, 2004 7:59:13 AM
Flat-top thinks for a minute, then tells the group (no one inpaticular) "I would rather walk into the Jaws of a black dragon, if it would help keep our pakage safe. Now let's pack, we are leaving." Flat-top pack what little he has, now is ready to go.
He ask Kanchana, "Are you ready, Kitten?"
Toros Friday November 19th, 2004 11:02:36 AM
Toros listened to everything that needed to be told, and now he just feels the need to go out and have some fresh air with one occasion or another. This should make him feel better.
Zeoll Friday November 19th, 2004 7:52:10 PM
Zeoll thanks Nonam as he leaves. When Toros says he wants some air, Zeoll agrees with that. The liontaur goes off for a bit of a walk of his own.
The Days Go By. (DM Jim) Friday November 19th, 2004 9:58:11 PM
It has been three days since Nonam had given The Chosen the warnings about Lady Solara. She had not showed up yet and the taurs begin to grow weary once again with the confines of the city, though this level is open to the sky and has many gardens.
It is the morning of the fourth day when a knock comes at the big room that the group is staying at. It is one of those hurry up and answer the door type of knocks, before I bust it down. When it is opened..standing in the doorway is Lady Solara looking as if she had just eaten something sour. She looks around the room with those eyes of piercing blue, then nods with somewhat satisfaction.
Flat-top Saturday November 20th, 2004 10:41:38 AM
Flat-top is talking to Kanchana, about going out side into the garden, when there's a knock at their door. Flat-top excuses himself and goes to open the door.
There stands Lady Salara looking very beautiful, if it was not the look of a sour puss on her face. "Come in Ladu Err... Lady Salara" Flat-top tell her as he gives her a polite bow.
The only word that flat-top could hear was "Humph!"
Leets Saturday November 20th, 2004 3:03:18 PM
Leets spends those three days mainly in prayers, meditating about the future offered to the Chosen by Domi and the other divine forces.
He will gladly spend time in the gardens, and in the upper parts of the city, watching the sea, dreaming of the vast forest that can be seen far, far away...
Solgrin Sunday November 21st, 2004 7:49:05 PM
Spending the time studing his spellbooks reading himself for possible problems when they get to their next destination.
When Lady Solara arrives Solgrin nods to her then takes his place with the other Chosen waiting and watching.
Kanchana Sunday November 21st, 2004 7:51:13 PM
Kanchana spends several hours each day communing with Mother Wold as best she can while in a city.
With the arrival of Lady Solara, Kanchana gets her gear ready for the trip then waits and watches.
Toros Monday November 22nd, 2004 1:07:26 AM
After three days of aimless wandering around, Lady's return is something for wondering about..
Gecktar Monday November 22nd, 2004 3:08:17 AM
During the next days, waiting for the 'lady' Solara, Gecktar prepares himself. He meditates, prays and prepares his spells :
0 Level (5): DC 13 Read Magic, Create Water, Detect Magic, Light, Purify Food and Drink
1st Level (4+1): DC 14 Divine Favor, Sanctuary(d), Protection from Evil, Shield of Faith, Remove Fear
2nd Level (3+1): DC 15 Bull's Strength, Silence, Hold Person, Spiritual Weapon (d)
Zeoll Monday November 22nd, 2004 1:36:13 PM
When Solara arrives, Zeoll is glad. "At last, gracious lady! Thank you! We arre almost rready to go."
Then the liontaur sends for the innkeeper. "Good sirr," he says to the proprietor, "Please carrry a message to the Overrlorrd for the Chosen of Domi. Offerr ourr thanks forr the trransport to Plateau City, and we will send worrd to herr again as soon as we arrrive."
He adds to the tavern master, "Please accept this small token as a thank you forr helping us send this message." Zeoll gives the man 100 gold pieces.
[OOC: Zeoll hopes that if the Overlord is expecting a message from the Chosen, Solara may think twice before teleporting the group to some other location.]
Flat-top Monday November 22nd, 2004 3:37:26 PM
Flat-top smiles as he helps Kanchana with her back pack, "Ready to go, Kitten?". The centaur will pick up his saddle bags. turn to his little druid and offer his arm, "We are off to another adventure!"
Kanchana Monday November 22nd, 2004 5:58:27 PM
Kanchana has had a somewhat annoying smirk of triumph on her face since Nonam's warning not to say too much to Lady Solara; after all that is what she had decided for herself when the Lady asked about their mission earlier. The Druidess is more than ready to get out of this city as soon as possible, though she is absolutely not looking forward to going to yet another city. Kanchana happily takes Flat-top by the arm, while explaining to Ilder what they are going to do, and assuring him that it is safe and that he needs to trust her to keep him safe. Kanchana expresses her thoughts about travelling to a new city to Flat-top. "I am more than ready to leave here, but I must admit that I find it difficult to think of yet another city as an adventure when I find it more along the lines of a new test of my patience and endurance." Kanchana looks a bit resigned. "Still I must presume that Mother Wold thinks I can learn something useful from these cities..."
The Beginnings of a Trip. (DM Jim) Monday November 22nd, 2004 11:06:47 PM
Lady Solara nods once to the group and then motions them to follow her. She leads them through the streets of the upper levels and then finally to once of the more isolated parks.
Along the way she stays near Brahmah and speaks to him of many things. "I have picked this location because it is out of the way and the best place for strong magic. So do I need to take care of any loose ends around here for you?" As you go along she keeps a slight smile upon her face as she talks. "I hear that you had some company...anyone I know?? Should I give any messages to the Overlord for you. Something that she needs to take care off that you want to remind her about?"
Moving towards the center of the garden she stops just outside of a large area. In the middle of it is inscribed a large circle, marked over with many magical runes or strange writing to most. She indicates that you should stand inside the circle as she settles herself into drawing upon the powers she needs.
Brahmah Monday November 22nd, 2004 11:18:13 PM
Brahmah doesn't say much to her, and in fact doesn't tell her much. "Nah, everything is fine. She knows what she needs to do."
Leets Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 2:41:15 AM
Leets looks the magic circle with a lot of doubt...Should he and his fellows just make one step in this circle? However, he will follow captain Brahmah...Whatever happens, he knows the Chosen all together can handle it...
"Oh! There is one thing you can tell, Lady Solara!
"The wine at the feast was real good! And we now what good wine is!"
Gecktar d20+7=21 Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 3:35:26 AM
Gecktar follows the group. And say nothing to the 'Lady'. When arriving to the magic circle, he looks carefully at all symbols that are on the floor.
(Spellcraft 21)
Brahmah Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 3:49:21 AM
OOC: Brahmah would have reminded the Chosen that the great magic users are capable of reading minds. Keep your thoughts off the Children.
Brahmah Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 5:25:15 AM
The minotaur DOES NOT step into the circle until the spellcaster among the Chosen state its safe. He knows very little of the craft, knowing only natural spells, which he often stears away from and rarely casts.
Arcane magicks confuse the big taur, mainly the spells focusing on destructive forces. But these transport spells?! He'd rather travel by ship or wagon and take a few months of risk and scurvy, than travel in the manner that could mistakingly turn you into ethereal goo. Sheesh!
Flat-top Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 6:01:41 AM
Flat-top move side by side with Kanchana, follows the rest of the party. When they entre the Lady's privet Garden, Flat-top blood runs cold. He whispers to his Green Witch, "Kitten! I don't like this! I have a very bad feeling! We are not going where we think we are going??"
Solgrin d20+11=30 d20+11=31 d20+11=28 d20+2=15 Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 6:06:10 AM
Solgrin looks around the park then looks at the magic circle that Lady Solara has created. (spellcraft 30) When Solgrin sees that nothing is amiss with the circle Solgrin will tell Brahmah "it is safe as far as I can tell."
Solgrin will check the circle after all of the other Chosen has entered to make sure none have disturbed its pattern. (spellcraft 31)
Solgrin will be the last of the Chosen to step into the middle of the circle. Once inside the circle Solgrin will watch Lady Solara as she goes about casting the spell to transport the Chosen from the Float. (spellcraft 28, spot 15)
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 6:17:49 AM
Paw'caw sences that her master is about to leave, flies to the window still, then out the window. She flies high into the sky until she see him exit the building.
She watches him walk along side this woman, then enter this garden. Not knowing what is going on, she lands on Brahmah's shoulder. There she feel that where he master needs her.
Kanchana Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 6:28:23 AM
Kanchana nods thoughtfully and whispers quietly, "yes I do not trust her either. She is always digging for information she has no right to. She seems to keep trying to sway Brahmah to confide in her."
The Druidess continues to whisper quietly to Flat-top: "I advise to do as Solgrin does. I trust that he knows and understands these things. Of course the Lady can send us anywhere she pleases with us being none the wiser if she wishes it."
Kanchana shifts the iron sword across her back so it sits better. She steels herself for another delightful journey into the unknown. She whispers a quiet prayer to Mother Wold and Father Tomi for protection for the Chosen on this newest journey; for good measure she asks that they not be confined to cities for too much longer.
She keeps a close eye on both Solgrin and Lady Solara in case the human decides to spring a trap or otherwise try and deceive the Chosen. Kanchana does not really bother to try and hide her distrust of Lady Solara.
Kale Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 6:39:16 AM
Kale just stand around and waits for the others to enter the circle.
Zeoll Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 6:50:08 AM
With his Croc on its leash, Zeoll thinks about Gargul and enters the circle.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 6:55:23 AM
Managran follows Leets every where he goes, but buck a little when he see the pantagram.
Roz(ceil) Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 7:08:34 AM
As Solgrin move and is picking up his saddles bags, she flies to the top of the bookshelves. She picks up something in her frount paws(more like claws). Then flies back to her hiding place under her master's hair.
Elder(ceil) Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 7:14:41 AM
Elder is sleeping in his little den, very full of food, warm and cozy. Peeks out every now and then, but all he wants right now is to sleep in his den.
Croc(ceil) Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 7:21:51 AM
Croc lumbers along with Zeoll, looking here and there *not very intresting* he thinks to himself. Until the get to the garden he stops to rest, but he's on a leash and Zeoll is coaching him to enter the circle.
The Croc look at his master, trying to tell him that there is no water there!. But follows him antway.
In the Thick of It
A Safer Port of Call. (DM Jim) Wednesday November 24th, 2004 12:49:02 AM
The circle is indeed safe as Solgrin can attest to and does. He has seen them used before as a focus for a teleport spell though he has not the power to do it himself.
The very air around the group and in the garden seems to change as power swells up around you. Lady Solara's eyes open to show only the whites as she pulls further on the powers of the Wold to bend to her will. Words spoken in a strange language seem to tumble from her lips as she falls deeper into the power.
The big circle begins to glow lightly at first and then builds in intensity till finally it is blinding. Then it seems to go out as the ground turns to an inky black in the circle, while all the rest is still green. Everyone suddenly seems to be mired in what could be tar or even quicksand and a light sucking feeling takes hold on your feet. The group finds that they cannot move their feet and then their legs as the blackness pulls them further down into it. By the time you are up to your chest, Lady Solara's eyes are back to normal and she finally is able to speak...though weakly. "South Harbor is as close as I could get you. Then again the lady waits you there." She laughs lightly at the looks upon your faces as the blackness pulls you even further and a numbing cold takes hold in your body, that is in the black.
Finally you are all pulled under to what feels like your deaths. Though you cannot breathe persay, you find that you can survive quite well. Then you are through the portal and falling?? Yes falling some six feet to land in a soft pile of a substance. *Reflex 18 or fall down when you land, Fortitude 18 to keep from throwing up if you do fall down, Fortitude 14 if you do not fall down just to keep from getting nausious* For all the group the first thing that hits you is the sudden stench of something very unpleasant and it is worse for those that fell down. You find yourselves standing or laying in two feet of the stinkiest manure that could have graced the Wold.
You think that you hear laughing for a few seconds from the Lady Solara and then you notice a teenage boy standing with a shovel. Though when he broke into laughter he dropped the shovel and is currently holding his sides, while in a fit of laughter.
Leets d20+5=9 d20+10=23 d20+10=26 Wednesday November 24th, 2004 3:36:21 AM
With a huge :::SPLASH!!!::: Leets lands in the stinky thing, not even managing to stay on his four hooves since the awful ground (or missing ground) is so slimy...
Grimacing as he smells his own body and hands, he tries to stand up on his four legs as honorably as he can. When he see the boy laughing, he looks behind him to get a look at his comrades...
Brahmah d20+7=20 d20+9=16 d20+9=15 Wednesday November 24th, 2004 4:18:56 AM
The minotaur, still unsure about the spell, and virtually dragged into the circle by Solgrin, manages to keep his feet and his lunch as he lands on both feet with a great *THUD*. The looks around at his feet to see if he's dropped anything. Checks his pouchs, pack, etc.
When his mind stops spinning, he sees the boy laughing. He lurches at the kid and snorts a rather gutteral sound.
He helps Leets to his hooves. "Centaurs aren't great at flying, are they friend." He smiles.
Brahmah then puts his hands on his sides and begins laughing and slowly approaches the boy. Suddenly stopping his laughter he lurks over the child. "South Harbor. Which way?" The minotaur raises an eyebrow, dark eyes peering into the boy's soul, unblinking.
Flat-top d20+6=11 d20+10=15 d20+10=27 Wednesday November 24th, 2004 9:37:48 AM
Flat-top does not want to step in that circle, but with Kanchana's soft voice and oh those eyes of hers, he follows her.
Then the darkness turns into blackness, the spinning starts your stomack to go soure,torns in to nausious. The last thing he hears is the Lady lau ghing. The spining and the droping are going faster and Faster. Until he drops into something soft, lumpy wet stuff that does not smell very much.
Flat-top tries to get up but slips and fall down again, he has to turn over to the other side of him to get his hoves on some hard ground. He gets on his hoves, up chuck his beautiful salad into this brown stinky stuff.
But the laughing goes on, Flat-top has this stuff all over him. In his hair, in his main, all over his skin and horse hide. He look up to see Brahmah snarl at the boy. Boy! does he look funny! Looking at the other Minotaurs, Leets and Solgun (who is as dirty as he is), he start to chuckle. Looking at Zeoll (and his Crock is none too happy)and Toros trying to take some solid stuff out of his main. Now Flat-top is laughing at them all, untill Kanchana come into view. He stop his laughing, asking her "Did you have a soft landing,Kitten?"
Zeoll d20+4=10 d20+5=17 Wednesday November 24th, 2004 3:25:35 PM
Zeoll falls in the muck (Reflex 10) and tries to keep his breakfast -- then heaves it all up (Fort 17). Miserable, covered in his own filth and the filth of manure, Zeoll crawls out of the stinky mess as best he can, shaking and coughing.
But why does he feel like this is the least he deserves?
[OOC: Ceil, please roll for Croc. His Reflex Save is +5. His Fortitude save is +7. I'll send you his other stats soon.]
Solgrin d20+3=22 d20+2=11 Wednesday November 24th, 2004 4:40:48 PM
Solgrin falls into the muck with the rest of the Chosen and is able to remain standing. Unable to keep his last meal Solgrin heaves it all up.
Solgrin looks around at the other Chosen and the laughing boy. Solgrin moves away from the manure then casts Prestidigitation cleaning himself and Rozca.
Solgrin then looks around to see where the Chosen has been teleported to.
Kanchana d20+6=12 d20+8=17 Wednesday November 24th, 2004 4:43:56 PM
Kanchana is as displeased as the rest with what seems a trap. She was just about to cast an entanglement spell on Lady Solara when everything goes black, then terra firma disappears and dizzy confusion takes over. Not quite prepared for this the she-wemic plunges into the muck with a nasty squelching splash. To her credit she is able to keep her lunch down longer then most, but the tolls of portal travel and the gods awful stink with out in the end. Kanchana purges her stomach. The Druidess has no concern for the laughing young human at first. She would have snarled at him but Brahmah seems to have the situation in hand. "too soft! No worst than anyone else it seems though..." Kanchana answers Flat-top as she extricates herself from the dung heap. Hopefully Ilder stayed safe and clean in Kanchana's belt pouch. Once the Druidess is out of the dung heap she will scrape off as much of the muck as she can from herself and her gear. Kanchana will look for water to bathe in, if she finds none then she will cast Create Water over herself and scrub herself and her gear clean (creates a heck of a lot of water!).
(Reflex 12, Fortitude 17)
Toros d20=16 d20=2 Wednesday November 24th, 2004 7:52:25 PM
OOC: I am celebrating my birth-week, which has started two days a go. Hope you join enjoying , or enjoy joining it.
Toros feels nausious, but after all, he thinks this is fair enough, seeing the situation of others. (d20, 16 and 2)
Of Stinky Situations. (DM Jim) Wednesday November 24th, 2004 11:14:37 PM
The group hurt in pride only as they pull themselves from the pile of manure. Thier lunch all but gone for most of them, they can only prepare themselves for the next challenge. Or maybe that should be a bath.
The young teen pulls up short from laughing as Brahmah moves in his direction, but cannot hold a straight face or even be too scared. He busts out laughing again and it is even further enhanced as Brahmah bursts out laughing himself at thier appearance. When Brahmah stops the kid pulls himself together and pulls himself up straight. "Me Ma would not think that be a proper bath." He snickers a little and cannot keep the sound of laughter out of his voice. "South Harbor be that way." He points off to the east." True to his word you can see the town of South Harbor off in that direction, in fact you are less than a quarter of a mile from it. The ocean can also be seen as the town is located on the banks, maybe that is the reason for the name.
Kanchana sees no ready source of water to use, except for the ocean off some piece. She knows that if she waits the muck will dry as they walk and be harder to get out of her fur, but she is not sure of using a spell so soon.
Solgrin on the other hand employs a different tactic as he uses a spell to clean himself up. Though he finds himself to be totally clean now, his nose wrinkles at the stench. He is not sure if it is him this close to the pile or the others.
A quick check by all on thier gear finds nothing out of place or missing. It would seems that their only problem was an unfortunate deposit in a very unwelcome place. By mistake or purpose cannot be proven at this time.
Croc seems more than a little too happy as he rolls around in the stuff and coats himself. It would be totally amusing to everyone, well except for Zeoll. Well who else is going to clean his croc.
[Not sure if I will make a post over Thanksgiving or the day after. Will have to wait and see. Just a warning in case I do not post.]
Leets Thursday November 25th, 2004 3:38:06 AM
As the boy and Brahmah are still laughing, Leets considers the situation, and the appearance of the others...On the other hand, he's glad Lady Solara is now far far away, so he begins to laugh too...
When the laughter disapear, he searches for Managarm, who must be somewhere in the stinky mud...
Brahmah d20+8=15 d20+8=15 d20+7=21 Thursday November 25th, 2004 4:34:31 AM
Brahmah thanks the boy and calls for Pah'caw. Then turning to the boy, Brahmah asks curiously. "Has any bad looking folk popped in recently like we did? Or have you heard of rumors like that? Perhaps a Lady." He describes Lady Solara.
He gathers the Chosen, lets them clean up some and then begins walking toward the Harbor.
The smell of the ocean air makes Brahmah smile. Its been awhile since he's smelled the salt. "Ah." He takes a deep breath.
He looks for tracks that might be considered odd. Like perhaps other Taur tracks of taurs here before them, any metal booted folk, etc. He's slightly paranoid. (Survival, tracks, 15 general... human 17, centaur 19) He scans the horizon as they get closer to the Harbor. Is it a walled city? Walled docks? Lots of ships? (Spot 15, Knowledge Geography 21)
Gecktar d20+1=8 d20+8=28 d20+8=25 Thursday November 25th, 2004 6:21:32 AM
As Gecktar arrives after being transported, he takes his breath and slips on the infamous substance. Taking his breath he inhale the powerful stench of the place and manage to keep his last meal by the strength of will.
Covered with manure he looks around him a little disapointed and with no desire to laught but to wash humself.
Flat-top Thursday November 25th, 2004 9:07:26 AM
Flat-top yells "Very Funny!" then laugh along with them and laugh all the harder to see Elder all dirty up and will have to have a bath, If he knows Kanchana.
Flat-top want to know as to where is the nearest shore, he does not want to trot through the village. "Where is the nearest water suply??"
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday November 25th, 2004 9:11:43 AM
Paw'caw was very lucky, when she fell and as soon as she could feel the aie beneth her wing. She flew up into the sky and landed on a branch. Watching her master, but will not land on his dirty shoulder.
Managram(ceil) d20+5=14 d20+5=19 Thursday November 25th, 2004 9:19:57 AM
Managram was falling but as soon as his paws hit the manure pile, the dog blink out *blink* and blink back on dry land *blink*. So yhe only things that got dirty was the dogs paws, He also saved his soup, and never lost his lunch.
Managram sit there looking at his master as if to say 'Master! I over here... Can we do that again?'
Roz(ceil) d20+5=19 d20+5=9 Thursday November 25th, 2004 9:32:45 AM
Solgrin's hair save Roz from getting dirt with that muck, But lost her lunch. She up chuck her lunch down Solgrin's back, Then she hisses at him"SSSSt" as he cleans her.
Elder(ceil) d20+5=16 d20+5=6 Thursday November 25th, 2004 9:37:52 AM
Poor Elder, not only did he get soak, But lost both breakfast and lunch. Now has that there in nothing to eat, but all his treasure are all gone.
Croc(ceil) d20+5=17 d20+7=21 Thursday November 25th, 2004 9:44:52 AM
Croc falls and hit the murky, smelly waters, but Croc like it, it's almost like being back home in the sewers agian. So every time Zeoll cleans him, he head back to the smelly water. Croc will look for something good and rotten to eat.
Kale Thursday November 25th, 2004 9:59:17 AM
"Im not going to town looking and smelling like this." Kale says to everyone "Someone better find some way of cleaning ourselfs off."
Kanchana d20+12=21 d20+3=20 d20+15=22 Thursday November 25th, 2004 2:28:44 PM
Kanchana agrees whole-heartedly with Kale. She makes a mental note to give Ilder a good long bath as well.
"My best suggestion is to head to the sea and bathe there. If no one cares to join me on that detour then I will have to find you later."
On her way towards the ocean she will try to forage some food for Ilder and herself (see rolls). The Druidess heads in the general direction of the ocean and the town as she forages for food.
(Knowledge Nature 21, Search 20, Survival 22)
Solgrin Thursday November 25th, 2004 4:01:39 PM
Solgrin heads off with the other Chosen towards the nearest water to finish cleaning up. As Solgrin is walking along he will try to calm Rozca down some.
Toros d20=14 d20=9 Thursday November 25th, 2004 11:28:24 PM
Toros will also follow others to the water, feeling the breeze and smell of the ocean. He is a bit more careful about the surroundings at the moment (spot, 17 (+3), listen (+4), 13).
Gecktar Friday November 26th, 2004 3:17:43 AM
"I come with you Kanchana ! I don't want to keep this smelling about me. And what abot people seeing us 'The Chosen' in such apparence"
"Will definitively need a bath"
Flat-top Friday November 26th, 2004 6:41:47 AM
Flat-top shakes this hoof, then the other hoof untill all his hoves are clear of the sticky, slipery chunks. Then he shakes his body (human & horse) trying to look half wat decient. The center looks up to see the party are heading for the shore "Water! Good! Wait for me!"
Flat-top run up to Kanchana, asking "Your not mad at me? Are you? You really should feel sorry for Zeoll! Look at his pet Croc, that lizard still don't want to get out of the pit."
Zeoll Friday November 26th, 2004 7:27:30 AM
Zeoll struggles and finally gets himself out of the dung. He can think of nothing he woulod like more than to jump in the ocean. He helps Croc, and they both go down for a dip. Zeoll tries to get all the muck off himself.
Brahmah Friday November 26th, 2004 5:29:01 PM
Brahmah follows everyone to the ocean, not so much to clean up, but just to be closer to his Big Blue.
Leets Saturday November 27th, 2004 12:26:29 PM
Leets gladly joins his friends for their little trip to the ocean...
"Aahh! At least no big city here! And the waves remind me of the Hearthold Keep!"
An Ocean Romp. (DM Jim) Saturday November 27th, 2004 1:47:31 PM
The group makes short work of getting themselves cleaned up in the ocean water. Croc is a little reluctant to go into the water as he is not too keen on the salt in the water. With a little coaxing though Zeoll is able to get him into the water and as clean as possible. Brahmah notices no tracks on the part of the beach that they travel to get to the water.
Taking off the group moves on towards the small city that is South Harbor. Parked in the harbor are several ships though none of them the group can identify by marking or anything but the are just glad to be out of the big city.
Having reached the city they find that it is not too large but just large enough to feel comfortable. Entering near the dock area, you notice a nice little seedy tavern that may look a little inviting. You also notice a sign for an inn up the street a ways.
Kanchana Saturday November 27th, 2004 4:07:48 PM
Kanchana unpacks her soap and scrubs herself and her things thoroughly. She also scrubs Ilder thoroughly. When she is finished she packs everything away and lets Ilder go back into his newly cleaned 'den-pouch'. She moves well onto the beach and shakes herself and then combs her hair and spends time redoing all of her braids. If she has to go visit a new town she is going to be presentable. When the Chosen get to town Kanchana takes note of both the tavern and the inn sign. The thing that preoccupies her thoughts the most though are the 'tiny' human doors. Her stomach growls noticably. "Shh," she hisses out under her breath, as if speaking to your stomach is normal behaviour. She doesn't exactly pay much attention to the locals.
Flat-top Sunday November 28th, 2004 5:31:58 AM
Flat-top washes off the big chunks, but is still dirty around the edges, Kanchana gives him some soap and tell him to wash the rest of his body. Flat-top smells the soap,"It smell like flowers?? I cannot wash with this! The guys are going to laugh at me!!" Kanchana never said a word just points to the water and has those knited eyebrows.
Oh! how he knows that look of hers, so he uses the soap. He look at Zeoll and Croc and they get clean. Flat-top snaps at the both of them "NOT! A Word out of the two of You!"
Zeoll Sunday November 28th, 2004 9:22:14 AM
Zeoll looks at Flat-top and laughs,but does not say a word!
Later, when the Chosen are approaching the harbor, Zeoll says (to Brahmah, but all can hear), "Brrahmah, arre we not supposed to find some ship? One whose captain is familiarr to the Chosen? I suggest that we begin ourr searrching among those vessels."
Leets Sunday November 28th, 2004 2:33:27 PM
The Centaur paladin gladly feel the salted water against his skin and mane, not only will it clean the manure away, but it also offers a moment of relaxation to all the Chosen, which is a good thing...However, he can't help but blushing a little when he realize that they are bathing will the women of the group.
Solgrin d20+2=19 d20+2=17 Sunday November 28th, 2004 3:04:59 PM
Once most of the Chosen have cleaned up Solgrin will look to Brahmah then say "I'm going to go take a look around. Anybody want to check out South Harbor with me?"
Solgrin then heads off towards South Harbor walking so that any other Chosen can catch up easily. As Solgrin heads into South Harbor Solgrin will keep an eye out for any groups of people that may be hostile to him or the other Chosen.
**** spot 19 listen 17 ****
Brahmah Sunday November 28th, 2004 6:40:24 PM
Brahmah looks at Zeoll while the group cleans up. "I know, I know, The Gossamer Wing... Captained by Lira. I remember, haven't forgot."
"Solgrin, you and Kale should check out the Harbor and possibly the tavern too. You both should go unseen. Invisible maybe?"
Brahmah looks around to see if any of the ships look familiar or if anyone nearby might be a crewman of the Gossamer.
Gecktar Monday November 29th, 2004 2:43:07 AM
After a good bath, Gecktar has to dry his outfits. Even if the weather isn't cold, wearing wet clothes don't warm him.
"I would be glad to find a fireplace to warm me and to dry my clothes. We can maybe go to the tavern while Kale and Solgrim check out the rest of the town."
Toros Monday November 29th, 2004 2:23:02 PM
Toros nodes his head in agreement with Gecktar, while he cannot stop thinking about "Lady Solana" and what is waiting for them next. He also recalls some bad incidents of the past, getting more and more anxious, at least for the moment.
South Harbor. (DM Jim) Monday November 29th, 2004 9:01:27 PM
Solgrin and Kale? slip off into town, finding it easy to walk around even knowing they are taurs. There does not seem to be anyone around that would wish The Chosen any harm, not that they notice or even sense. Solgrin does notice a parchment tacked to a board near one building that proclaims something about a "Holy War".
The rest of The Chosen get themselves cleaned up as best they can and even dried. They take it a little slower as they approach the city. Kanchana tells her stomache to be quiet as it protests the lack of food in it.
Brahmah does not notice the GossamerWing in the harbor, but that does not mean that she is out to sea. His eyes stray back to the tavern and then to the harbor again. He knows that every sailor will eventually end up at the seediest tavern in a town.
Brahmah Monday November 29th, 2004 10:47:25 PM
Brahmah shrugs. "I'll be at the tavern. I'll a room."
Kale Monday November 29th, 2004 11:28:20 PM
"Lets go check out the boats." Kale tells Solgrin. "If we're known to the captain of one of the ships, it should be easy to reconize his ship.." then Kale goes to the harbor and begins to look at all the ships
Zeoll d20+7=15 Monday November 29th, 2004 11:31:20 PM
Zeoll goes with Brahmah to the seedy place, gets a room, and leaves Croc to rest. Then he goes to the common room of this place, then up the street to the next inn. He stops in shops along the way, spending a few silvers here and there. He buys some drinks for talkative folk as well.
In this way he looks for news about the Gossamer Wing, and after an evening of listening, he puts together everything he has learned. [OOC: Gather Info check 15]
Flat-top Tuesday November 30th, 2004 2:41:47 AM
Flat-top stays with Kanchana, "Kitten! the best food is in the seediest tavern here. Want to eat in there? I'll be right with you and at the same time we could get infomation. I don't like the post on that board! I don't have to read it to know that's trouble."
If Kanchana is willing they'll go eat in the tavern along with Zeoll.
Gecktar Tuesday November 30th, 2004 2:55:25 AM
Now they feel more confortable, Geckatr too, realizes his stomack is empty. He follows Brahmah, Zeoll and Flat-top into the tavern
Leets Tuesday November 30th, 2004 2:59:42 AM
Once clean enough, Leets follows the group into town. He finds it very nice not to be hunted for the price of his head, and will take some time to study this "Holy War" announcement.
Toros d20=20 Tuesday November 30th, 2004 5:42:02 AM
Having learned about the "Holy War" announcement Toros will also look at in more detail to the parchment, and then join Zeoll to gather some more information about anything useful. (d20, 20) Together, hopefully they will manage to gather some good information.
Solgrin d20+2=18 d20+2=17 Tuesday November 30th, 2004 4:07:47 PM
Solgrin nods to Kale then heads towards the docks taking in the sights and trying to listen for any talk about what is happening. (listen 18, spot 17) Solgrin takes the parchment about 'Holy War' down and reads it. once finished reading it Solgrin will place it in his pack taking it with him to show the others.
Kanchana Tuesday November 30th, 2004 5:07:11 PM
Kanchana will happily join Flat-top and Zeoll at the tavern. She will immediately order herself (at least) some food; most likely the daily special if the tavern has one. The Druidess will leave the gathering of info to the others. She has no talent for such things. She will of course casually listen to the tavern talk, but she will not actively participate in the gossiping.
Brahmah Tuesday November 30th, 2004 5:31:16 PM
Brahmah gets a simple dinner and ale, then sees if there is a room large enough for the taurs. If not, we'll find somewhere else.
The Seedy Tavern. (DM Jim) Tuesday November 30th, 2004 8:49:33 PM
Solgrin and Kales slip off to do some looking around for the rest of the group. The find no sign of this ship that was described to them by Brahmah. Solgrin does stop to take a look at the parchment about a holy war. It seems from this flyer that someone is rectuiting people for a holy war that is to be waged in the Taur Islands. A taur by the name of Vargas Largranza is looking for able bodied men and woman to join in a holy war to stop the destruction of his people.
The rest of the group slip into the tavern to get a bite to eat and get warm. The special is a seaman's stew made with fish and vegetables, hard bread and what fresh fruit the place can get ahold of. The ale is potent but not a lower quality one like you would have expected. The tavern owner speaks to Brahmah with a slight lisp as he tells him that they have a large room that should do them well, for a silver.
Talk around the tavern is about a "holy war" that is to be waged in the Taur Islands. It seems that your old friend Vargas is once again at work as his name is thrown around a couple of times. Zeoll spots a female liontaur in the corner of the tavern that looks very familiar to him. As he ponders his brain for some kind of answer he is suddenly hit by a pain in his head (Zeoll Willpower 18).
She slip out of the tavern shortly after Zeoll notices her, but she gives him a wink before she leaves and blows him a kiss.
INFORMATION GATHERED 1) There is a "Holy War" to be waged in the Taur Islands. 2) Vargas seems to be the one recruiting for this army. 3) A ghost ship has been seen near South Harbor here lately, but noone knows why. 4) The high priest of South Harbor has been on the lookout for some new visitors. 5) Apple pickers are being hired to pick apples outside the city.
Zeoll d20+11=16 Tuesday November 30th, 2004 11:10:55 PM
Zeoll's Will Save misses the required 18 by two.
If he can still act, he will follow the female liontaur.
If he cannot do that, he will say, "Help!" to his friends.
If he cannot do that, then oh well! :-)
Brahmah Wednesday December 1st, 2004 1:15:42 AM
When ALL the Chosen are alone, Brahmah suggests seeing the High Priestess to find out if the Chosen were the ones she seeks. Then he will suggest, if there's nothing better to do in the harbor town, that they pick apples for a week. Flat-top might like that.
Leets Wednesday December 1st, 2004 3:04:57 AM
As Zeoll seems not to feel very well, Leets automatically offers his shoulder to help him.
"Hey, Zeoll! What's wrong? You used to drink a little bit more before reeling!"
Gecktar Wednesday December 1st, 2004 3:57:02 AM
Gecktar appreciates the taste of the ale and food he is consumming. He nods to Brahmah when he says that they should go to meet the high priest of South Harbor. Maybe they could gain some other information about this "Holy War"
(OOC : I will not be able to post tomorrow and friday as I'm going to visit London city with my wife)
Flat-top Wednesday December 1st, 2004 6:32:38 AM
Flat-top makes sure tha Kanchana has a meal the she likes, he himself is not fond of either animal or fish fleash, but he makes sure that they (Flat-top, Kanchana and Elder) have plenty of salad, fruits and nuts.
When he hears about apple picking, He ask Bramah "Do you think they would hire me??"
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday December 1st, 2004 6:38:33 AM
Now that her master is clean again, she perches on his shoulder. Untill they come to a tavern, then she flies off to the nearest tall tree, to wait for him to exit the tavern.
Managram(ceil) Wednesday December 1st, 2004 6:45:14 AM
Managram only had to wash is paws, But to look at Master Leets coat of brown goo. He sit and waits for his Master to finish. He will follow Leets any place the master goes.
Roz(ceil) Wednesday December 1st, 2004 7:02:51 AM
Roz is none too pleased when she has to have a bath, she woun't let Solgrin wash her underside. She seem to be holding three eggs(a blue, brown and a bright yellow egg).
If Solgrin exames the eggs, he see that the Blue and the Brown egg are crack, leaking liquid. The Yellow egg, she holds with all her claws and will not let go.
After they are both clean, Roz will go back to her hiding place, twist her tail around Solgrin's neck and start her low humming again.
Elder(ceil) Wednesday December 1st, 2004 7:12:26 AM
Elder settles in his pouch den again, It's not the same. The food is all gone except some nuts ans a few yellow pincones, but he's not discuraged Mama will take care of him. He's getting to be a big boy now, He might help her take care of him. 'Yes! that's what I'll do, Help Mama!'
So at every time that Flat-top look away or speaks to some one else. Elder rushes to steal salads and nuts off the center's plate.
Croc(ceil) Wednesday December 1st, 2004 7:18:29 AM
Croc is left in a place where there's a lot of sun for him to sleep in it's light. Then there a low tub of water to keep his skin moist. 'Ahhh! life is good, now if there was just a little mud around, Life woulds be perfect.'
Kale Wednesday December 1st, 2004 9:08:30 AM
"Lets head back to the tavern. There is nothing here." Kale tells Solgrim. "Ive dealt with Vargas before. This is not good news."
Kanchana Wednesday December 1st, 2004 3:11:59 PM
Kanchana will of course give Ilder food; including the food she had foraged on the way to town. She laughs to herself over the weasel's antics as he procures food from Flat-top's plate.
"Why is it we had to come here in the first place? I cannot imagine that Father Tomi would have us come here to help two-leggers pick common apples!"
In the back of her mind she has a nagging feeling that the mysterious sword she is carrying has some connection to the path the Chosen now walk.
Kanchana half watches Zeoll and the female Liontaur. She chalks his reaction up to missing the company of other Liontaurs - other than his fellow Chosen of course.
"With our luck someone will come looking for us," Kanchana concludes quietly. She takes a long draw from her mug of ale.
Solgrin Wednesday December 1st, 2004 3:50:15 PM
Solgrin nods to Kale and heads back to regroup with the others. On his way back Solgrin tells Kale "I would like to check out more of South Harbor to see if there is anyone is working on our side. Please tell Brahmah I will be back in a short while or you can come with me."
Solgrin will then head off into South Harbor looking for any signs of any mage guild or shops selling components.
South Harbor, cont. (DM Jim) Wednesday December 1st, 2004 10:31:29 PM
Brahmah makes the suggestion of going and talking to the priest that was looking for new arrivals. Some of the others see this as a good idea, but stomachs come first. The food is deceptively good considering the looks of the tavern.
Zeoll feels that he knows the liontaur from somewhere but cannot quite recall. She just looks so familiar. The pain subsides and she is gone, with little chance that he could find her outside.
Solgrin speaks to Kale of checking out the rest of the city before they meet back up with the others. Kale gives the other Chosen a look but does not make up his mind at that moment.
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Solgrin and Kale? are able to go on around the town looking over the various places. Though most of everything is commonplace for a fishing situated town. Solgrin does find a small wizard shop but finds most of the ingredients and components to be second rate, though there are some very nice component pouches.
After leaving the shop they happen to be passing the small local temple when they are hailed by a priest standing outside. He seems to have been watching the crowds very closely. "Brothers...I must speak with you." He looks around as if searching for something and then speaks again. "But I thought there would be more of you...yes several more in my dreams." The temple is marked as a house of Domi and the priest wears the garb.
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The group speaks of the apple harvest and that it maybe an alternative if they find nothing else. Soon they are ready to leave the tavern for a short while and decide to find this priest or at least the local temple. What is evident is that the group will have to ask for directions or spend some time looking.
Toros Thursday December 2nd, 2004 3:00:30 AM
Having noticed Zeoll has had some trouble, Toros asks him: "Zeoll, is everything all right, you seem to, ... or perhaps I am wrong but..." and leaves the word to him, if he wants to make some explanations.
Flat-top Thursday December 2nd, 2004 7:47:52 AM
Flat-top smiles as the little weasel takes vegies, fruit and nuts fro his plate. He tell Kanchana, "I call him Elder because he thinks that he's big enough to forage for himself, But alway come back to his mother's arms. Don't worry I put extra for him to take, I think I'm begining to like this little thief."
When they are finish with the meal and upon lerning of a Priest of Domi. Flat-top will ask Brahmah "Are we going to pick apples? Or are going to see this Priest first?"
Solgrin Thursday December 2nd, 2004 5:25:28 PM
Solgrin looks to Kale when the Priest talks to him and Kale. Solgrin then liiks at the priest then says "There is moe of us, the two fo use decided to havge a look around Safe Harbor. If you would please wait the others may come by."
Solgrin will then head off to where the other Chosen are staying.
Brahmah Thursday December 2nd, 2004 5:36:31 PM
"I think we'll talk to the priestess and ask her if she knows anything about this war at home. And if anyone wants to pick apples after, then we can. I for one, could use a vacation and picking apples would suit me fine."
"Hey, where's Kale?"
Zeoll Thursday December 2nd, 2004 6:18:45 PM
With his Croc by his side, Zeoll looks a little confused,then answers Toros. "Thanks! uh. Well, I guess I'm okay. I just had the most splitting headache. And I saw this girrl I could swearr I knew frrom somewherre else."
Zeoll puzzles over it. "Do you think it was anything?" he asks.
He just walks with Toros, following Captain Brahmah by reflex.
Kanchana Thursday December 2nd, 2004 6:46:35 PM
Kanchana laughs at Flat-top's words about Ilder. "Yes, he is a quick one to be sure."
"Brahmah I suggest we talk to the priestess. [dryly] Also I will take a moment to point out that I am convinced that we will not get any time to rest; or to pick any apples either. It seems to me that we are being herded from one place to the next."
Kanchana chooses to use the word 'herded' quite consciously.
The Priest. (DM Jim) Friday December 3rd, 2004 12:32:07 AM
The priest nods at Solgrin's words and then starts to pace a little. He stops suddenly before Solgrin can get too far away and speaks. "Please, if you could bring your group here to see me." You notice that he has made no mention of you being The Chosen...is this for a reason. It leaves you thinking at least.
The rest of the group have headed out of the tavern to hunt down this priest. Brahmah had just stopped a young girl who looked mighty nervous to be speaking to such a large fellow, when Solgrin and Kale come around the corner. Distracted as he is by his friends arrival he never notices the girl's swift retreat until later. Though he does notice her watching him from a little distance off...with a little bit of dreamy eyes.
Brahmah Friday December 3rd, 2004 4:52:40 AM
You can never be too careful. He checks his pockets to see if the little girl took his purse.
He watches the girl for awhile, then motions her closer. If she comes near, he asks, "Why do you watch us?" Not realizing she's watching him and not the group.
Leets d20+6=25 Friday December 3rd, 2004 6:47:07 AM
Leets auscultates Zeoll quickly (Heal check 26), but finds nothing special (unless the DM states otherwise...).
"Well, you don't seem to be ill or anything Zeoll...And I find it strange your pain begun with the appearance of this woman...Can't you really remember where you did see her?"
Kale Friday December 3rd, 2004 6:50:56 AM
"Im going to go back and wait for you at the church." Kale tells Solgrim. "Something doesnt feel right. No point in all of us walking into a trap." then Kale leaves Solgrim and heads back to the church
Flat-top d20+4=21 Friday December 3rd, 2004 7:28:43 AM
Flat-top follows the group, but is thinking of what Kanchana just said, 'Herded' that's the word she used. Now Flat-top starts to look around (Search-21), just in case there something odd about???
Zeoll Friday December 3rd, 2004 1:06:51 PM
"Thank you, Leets," the liontaur says, "I don't think I've ever been auscultated before!"
[OOC: great word, Laurent! I never heard that one before! And to save the rest of youse louts a trip to the dictionary, to auscultate means to listen to someone's heart!]
Zeoll continues, "It seems funny, huh? I know as much as you do. A puzzle or mystery of some kind?"
"Anyway, you'll pardon me for a moment. I'll be right back."
Zeoll heads off on his own.
Solgrin Friday December 3rd, 2004 4:17:00 PM
Solgrin nods to Kale then says "Ok I will let the others know."
When Solgrin meets up with the others Solgrin will tell Brahmah "there is a priest looking for us at the temple of Domi. Kale went back to the temple to watch and see if there is a trap."
Kanchana d20+3=20 d20+5=11 Friday December 3rd, 2004 4:43:24 PM
Kanchana joins the others in looking for the local temple. Instead of asking questions of the locals she looks for temple-spires; or any building that resembles a temple (spot 11). Her concerns about being 'herded' seem to be taking precendence above any search for the temple. Kanchana also searches among the people around the Chosen, looking for any signs of an ambush and such (search 20). She watches the little girl and hides a smile as she watches the girl react unexpectedly towards Brahmah. 'Seems like a little hero worship for Brahmah.'
(Spot 11, Search 20)
To See a Priest. (DM Jim) Friday December 3rd, 2004 8:38:45 PM
Solgrin finds the group standing in the streets, talking over something about herding. He lets them know that a priest is looking for them or at least appears to be looking for them.
Kale had slipped back to keep an eye on the temple and the priest. To his amazement the priest is still outside and pacing back and forth. To his complete amazement though the priest turns and motions him to come over and join him as he paces.
The young girl sheepishly makes her way back over to Brahmah, who has found nothing out of place. She looks up at him for a second and then looks back down. "Well...I...not really...well that is...I was..." She starts to get a deep red blush running up her neck and then spreading across her face to leave her ears beat red.
Zeoll ponders for a few more seconds on the liontaur that he had seen earlier. The comments about can he search his heart to find out about this female, leaves his head hurting again. He puts his hand to his head again as it starts to pound (Willpower 18).
Solgrin starts to move off towards the small temple, with the others in tow most likely. Brahmah finds that the young girl is following along behind them. She appears to be intent on watching the fighter as he walks, even imitating his gait as best she can. Kanchana notices nothing out of the ordinary, except for the girl's hero worship of Brahmah.
The temple as you near is old and a little run down. You would have never taken it for a temple unless you got up close to it. It is a small town temple that uses what little money it gets to help out those in need and not the church to fancy itself.
Toros Friday December 3rd, 2004 10:49:37 PM
Toros hears what Zeoll asks but keeps silent, when he asks him his idea about what has been happening to him. But, when he sees him for the second time having some troubles, Toros feels also troubled. He casts "Detect Magic" to understand whether there is the involvement of any magic in what Zeoll currently faces.
Zeoll d20+11=18 Saturday December 4th, 2004 8:37:28 AM
Zeoll returns from his quick "errand" with another stabbing pain in his head. He rubs at his temple and falters for a moment.
[OOC: THIS time I made my DC18 Will save! LOL! I only needed a seven (Zeoll is a Will Save Monster), and that's exactly what I got!]
Zeoll wonders why thinking of this girl makes his head hurt! "What is happening?" he thinks.
"Ow!" is what he says.
Kale Saturday December 4th, 2004 9:17:40 AM
Kale walks over to the priest and says "How did you see me. Its been a while since someone has seen me when I didnt want them too."
Leets Sunday December 5th, 2004 2:25:36 PM
The Centaur paladin says Zeoll:
"In any case, it seems that your headache is linked, in one way or another, to this female...If we find her, we might find the reason of your pain..."
"Maybe simply a lover you'd like to forget" adds the Centaur with a smile.
"For now, we should go see this priest, he probably knows much about this holy war and...why it's happening!"
Solgrin Sunday December 5th, 2004 6:49:31 PM
Solgrin looks around as the group approaches the temple to see if they are gathering excessive attention. Solgrin will look at Brahmah then say "I think we need to try and keep a low profile."
Brahmah Monday December 6th, 2004 1:35:58 AM
Brahmah can't help but smiling at the girl.
He looks at Solgrin. "Really, ya think?" He smirks.
Brahmah Monday December 6th, 2004 1:44:29 AM
Brahmah adds. "Solgrin, thats the story of the Chosen, low profile. But its hard, being heros and all and known to everyone in the Wold." He thinks for a few minutes, which looks like it hurts. "Well, I think this war at home can be a benefit in disguise. We may be able to sneak home back to Islands without much trouble. The authorities might be busy with the war."
"Or we can go home and stop the war. Vargas likely started the war because he saw the opportunity when we were exiled. We were keeping the peace, sort of. I want to go home."
"We need to know more about this Vargas idiot."
Gecktar Monday December 6th, 2004 4:05:05 AM
"You're right Brahmah. I thing me must learn more about this Vargas... and after that chop the head off of the Marteus minions..."
"Maybe this war may give us the opportunity to approach these guys..."
Flat-top Monday December 6th, 2004 5:33:30 AM
"I agree! we have been gone for too long. With our little ones safe. We can make a lot of trouble for the Cleric that started all these lies." Flat-top will follow the party to this Priest.
Kanchana Monday December 6th, 2004 6:13:23 PM
Kanchana listens to the others being home sick. "Personally I am in no hurry to return home. Mother Wold sent me here for a reason, and I am certain that she will reveal it in due time. In the mean time I intend to learn what I may." The Druidess will of course overlook any angry or surprised looks sent her way. "The People are strong and brave. Vargas may just find out that he has bitten over more than he can chew, by declaring war." She will enter the temple and sincerely hope that the Priest says they can leave town and get to travel the wilderness for at least a few days...
The Priest. (DM Jim) Monday December 6th, 2004 11:25:21 PM
The priest simply smiles and then shrugs as Kale speaks to him. "I have a rare gift my son...one given to me by Domi." Getting the chance to actually talk to him without being in a hurry you notice that he is haggard and has not gotten that much sleep. "Though I find it a curse at time."
The rest of the group show up some ten minutes later to find Kale and the priest talking a little. The priest motions to the group to enter his small temple. "I have hoped that one day I would meet The Chosen...but I had hoped for better circumstances." As you enter you find the temple is not in the greatest of shape but still it is servicable. You can only see one way out or in to the temple, unless you went through the small stained glass windows some twelve feet off the floor.
The priest sits down heavily on one of the wooden pews and lays his head in his hands for a few seconds. "I am not sure what all you have to ask me...but I do know what it is that I must tell you." He looks up with tears in his eyes as he relives some bad memories or dreams. "This war will not be holy...but bring the beginnings of the end to all our people..." He whimpers a little as he takes in a breathe and lets it out. "Your people will not be the only ones to suffer...Domi may lose." His head drops back into his hands as if all the life is draining out of him.
[Everyone - Ok, here is what you know about Vargas as of right now. 1) He is a minotuar. 2) Most likely a fighter type by his weapon and armor. 3) He seems to serve Marteaus from the symbol he wears. 4) He runs a little group much like your own, having met one of them...the liontaur male with him at Violet Castle who was eyeing Kanchana with some interest. 5) He evidently seems to want to have a fight with The Chosen but is waiting for your group to be a challenge.]
[Toros - There is not apparent magic working on Zeoll that you can detect.]
[Zeoll - You remember the liontaur female from your experience getting back to the group. You have also broken part of your geas. No more reports will be needed, but you cannot talk about anything. :)]
Brahmah Monday December 6th, 2004 11:53:19 PM
"Hello, I'm Brahmah, Captain of the Chosen."
Brahmah sits down with the priest and listens as he talks of the war. "Tell us what more you need to tell us. Then we'll ask our questions." Still not willing to open up to much to a human priest, even a priest of Domi.
"I will tell you the name of the taur starting this war. Vargas. He is a minotaur who follows Marteus."
Gecktar d20+6=19 d20+5=18 d20+2=3 Tuesday December 7th, 2004 2:58:38 AM
Gecktar feels a shadow on his heart when hearing the priest. He cannot even imagine that Domi will fall another time.
There should be a way to avoid that... Now they must find it. Maybe recovering an ancient artefact, killing Vargas but it could be a challenge...
Gecktar search in his memory to remember a fact that may guide them. What fail to Domi when he first fall before Marteus might.
(knowledge religion roll 19, arcana roll 18, history roll 3)
Zeoll (43 of 46 hp) d4=3 Tuesday December 7th, 2004 6:30:30 AM
At first Zeoll is quiet in the holy place. He has struggled with his mind, and wrestled his compulsions to the end. At last his mind clears. Or begins to.
Zeoll looks at his friends, at the church, and at the priest as if he had never seen them before. His hands reach up and attack his mane, tugging at his hair, pulling, straining, until the right lets go, a hunk of mane and scalp caught in his fist. His face crumples, and, opening his mouth, he screams.
AAAIIIEEEEEEEEEE! AAAIIIEEEEEEEEEE! AAAIIIEEEEEEEEEE! AAAIIIEEEEEEEEEE! AAAIIIEEEEEEEEEE! -- it goes on and on.
The liontaur stumbles and his face collapses. His next words, hard to understand even to a native speaker, are in his own wemic tongue. "OH TOMI! TOMI! BETRAAYYED! BEEETTRRAAAYYED! OH WOE! I HAVE BETRAYED US ALL!
Zeoll crawls to the priest, pleading, in broken common, "Oh, fatherr! Fatherr! Shrrive me! Please, oh in Domi's name. I beg you. Shrrrive me!"
He collapses at the priest's feet, weeping uncontrollably, reduced and brought low as never anyone has seen before.
Kale Tuesday December 7th, 2004 6:51:45 AM
Kale looks down at Zeoll and says "What's his problem? He was fine a minuet ago."
Flat-top Tuesday December 7th, 2004 11:01:35 AM
Flat-top stand there, his memories going back before the new wold. He had to die to get over there. He was carring the Heart of Domi them, when they found Domi's Body, Flat-top help beat off Marteaus Dragon so that Domi could get his strenth back. Marteaus lost! Domi won.
Now Marteaus is back weaving his black web again. When Zeoll starts his screeming, Flat-top will head for the door way, stand in there just looking out the door. But on the way as he passes Kanchana, he whispers to her "Don't let go of Tomi's heart, do not trust anybody from now on."
Leets d20+2=18 d20+6=20 Tuesday December 7th, 2004 12:53:35 PM
Leets is about to say something to the priest when all reason seems to leave Zeoll's mind. Already concerned with his old friend's headache, the Centaur paladin will try to stop Zeoll hurting himself too much (strength check 18 if needed), first physically.
"Zeoll! ZEOLLL! Hey! What are you doing, None has betrayed the Chosen! You're Zeoll of the Chosen! The one that sings the Glory of Domi's servants! How would YOU, brave among the brave, who once died for the Allmighty Father, betray us?!?"
"Try to get your reason back, my friend! It can only be a nasty spell that was cast on you!"
(Diplomacy 20)
Solgrin d20+13=32 Tuesday December 7th, 2004 1:32:49 PM
Solgrin enters the small temple to Domi then says a quick prayer to Domi. When finished Solgrin will move over to Zeoll and tell him quietly so that only Zeoll can hear it in tauric "let me and the others help you. We are your brothers nd sister in arms." Solgrin will carefully look over Zeoll looking for any spells set upon Zeoll (spellcraft 32).
Solgrin will then step back and listen to what the priest and the others have to say.
Brahmah Tuesday December 7th, 2004 4:39:24 PM
Brahmah just looks at Zeoll and looks back at the priest and simply says. "That's new. He's never flipped like that before... I have once or twice, but he's usually relatively calm and subdued. Can you possibly help him?"
Kanchana d20+3=18 Tuesday December 7th, 2004 9:12:36 PM
Kanchana was listening to the priest and hoping for an out of town exploration opportunity when Zeoll begins to behave rather oddly. What really catches her attention is the fact that he is speaking in Wemic, not Common or Tauric (Int check 18). She should be able to understand at least a few words of what Zeoll said in Wemic, but making sense of it is an entirely different thing! Kanchana will sit nearby Zeoll and wait to see if there is anything she can do to help him, or at least comfort him. Seeing how he has reacted has her naturally worried. Her tail swishes every so often indicating that she is agitated. 'First we hear of Vargas again and now Zeoll behaves oddly. I wonder if there is any connection? Maybe Zeoll would rather not be part of any battles again?' Kanchana whispers a quick prayer to Mother Wold and Father Tomi that Zeoll isn't going permanently insane, and for them to keep him - and the other Chosen safe.
(Int check (Wemic) 18)
A Sad Set of Events. (DM Jim) Tuesday December 7th, 2004 11:32:51 PM
The priest looks up at Brahmah's words and nods, trying to summon up courage. "Yes, maybe that would be best." He closes his eyes to start and tell you what he knows he must when Zeoll loses it in his temple. As he lays kneeled at his feet the priest lays his hand gently on his head. "It will pass and I believe that no permanent harm has been done." The priest looks to the other Chosen and shakes his head. "Your firends freedom was given to him by Gargul at Domi's request...but someone interrupted his return." His hand shakes as he speaks, though his eyes are haunted by things he has seen only in dreams. "The Dark One set a geas upon him, that much is clear...but it seems that he has broken at least part of it." Letting his hand slip under the taur's chin he lifts up his head. "Do not punish yourself...to have partially beaten a geas of a god is something impressive." He looks to the other Chosen to console thier friend further in his vulnerable state.
With a shake of his head he returns to business at hand as he tenderly caresses Zeoll's mane. "I have been given many visions of late...dark visions of death and war. The leader of this is the taur you call Vargas well enough but he is backed by someone fouler." He shudders inwardly though he does not mention the name that comes easily to everyone's lips. "The dead will walk in his name as he bears something blacker than the night in his right hand. I am never able to see exactly what it is that he carries, but it is a devestating weapon. One of old that the Dark One did not know was created at the time." He shakes his head again as he rubs the mane of Zeoll, as if drawing comfort from the meer presence of a Chosen. "I fear that this war cannot be stopped from beginning...but maybe it can be ended fast...the visions are always so cloudy on that point." Looking to Brahmah to see if he understands all that he is saying, he sighs and then sinks back into the pew. "The future is always so uncertain."
[There is no magic connected to Zeoll that can be detected in anyway. Though someone of a godly nature may notice or someone with the second sight.]
[Kanchana is able to make out enough of what Zeoll said to piece it all together.]
Toros Wednesday December 8th, 2004 3:09:02 AM
Toros does not know what to do, surprised with Zeoll's situation. He cannot explain what is going on, even with the help of magic. From where he sits, he silently, and uncomforably watches and listens all the action and talking.
Flat-top Wednesday December 8th, 2004 8:20:14 AM
Flat-top look to the wold out side of the temple, Not really seeing any thing, just thinking and listening to what is being said in side.
"Ahh! Yes! Our old friend High Cleric Vargas. He's not happy with the post of Hight Preast, but has to control all the soles to HIS will. This is going to be nasty. OH! Well I died once for Dimi, might as well do it again."
Flat-top is still at the door way, deep in though.
Gecktar Wednesday December 8th, 2004 2:05:56 PM
Gecktar hear about the speech of the priest and is thinking of the best way to stop the war. This evil item may be some clue...
Zeoll Wednesday December 8th, 2004 3:51:56 PM
Calmed by the priest, Zeoll apologizes for his display. "I'm sorrry. But I have betrrayed you all. Under a geas I have damaged the group. I have aided the Enemy."
"And I feel that the compulsion is not all gone. Please, my frriends, watch me at all times! Do not let me go anywherre alone! Do not trrust me on watch!"
"Maybe I should go. I do not want to do worse."
Brahmah Wednesday December 8th, 2004 4:40:06 PM
Brahmah remains sitting and just sighs, "This Dark One has to go."
"Zeoll, your going nowhere. Staying with us. The Chosen don't disgard one of the herd simply because they have been weakened by some dark spell."
"This group lead by Vargas... their arrogant and self serving. So much so they have seperated once already just to taunt us. We've never seen them all together as a whole group. If we can catch Vargas' group while they're apart; one or two at a time, we should be able to pick them off one at a time, then Vargas."
"Priest, what can stop this war? What have you seen?"
Kanchana Wednesday December 8th, 2004 5:25:44 PM
Kanchana stands up and goes over to Zeoll. She gives him a comforting hug.
"Brother you have not damaged us. We will be made stronger by this event," the druidess steps back half a step and is smiling just a little, "you have done Father Tomi honor by having the courage to speak of what you were compelled to do because of the geas."
Kanchana has positioned herself so Zeoll will have to push passed her to get to the door. Obviously she doesn't want Zeoll to leave the Chosen because of the geas, or whatever betrayals he has done either.
"Brahmah by not confronting us in force Vargas and his followers have been very wise. We have no idea what their numbers are, or what most of them even look like. They have the advantage."
Once again Kanchana speaks her mind; and once again her view doesn't exactly mesh with Brahmah's. He probably won't much appreciate her speaking positively of Vargas' lot. Kanchana remembers the Liontaur with the unusual colorations. She now sports a very amused grin as she also remembers his obvious interest in her.
If the priest answers any of Brahmah's question Kanchana will probably only being listening with half an ear, being semi-preoccupied with her amusing thought.
Solgrin Wednesday December 8th, 2004 5:55:38 PM
"Zeoll you are still a valuable member of the Chosen. We as a group will handle this as you are not alone." Solgrin calmly says.
A couple of moments later Solgrin says to all the Chosen with a quiet strenght "Brahmah, Kanchana is correct we don't know what Vargas's group looks like and we do not know their numbers. We could be seriously out matched. We need more information and then set about a wise path not just a straight forward path of conflict." Solgrin then moves closer to Kanchana nodding support for her idea.
Seeker of Guidance. (DM Jim) Wednesday December 8th, 2004 7:49:48 PM
The priest looks back up with a hint of a smile on his face, some of it from the burden that has been lifted from him and the presence of The Chosen. "Just what I have told you already is all that I know..." He purses his lips as he considers something that he had not considered earlier. "This is future events that I see...so it is possible that you could get to this item before this Vargas." He shakes his head as he considers the course of events and then drops his head back into his hands. "Still I fear that much that I saw will come to pass...for some reason I fear that war is inevitable though."
Looking to the centaur standing in the door he shakes his head. "Vargas is not a cleric...that I can be sure of...a fighter of some kind." He looks back to the group as a whole and shakes his head. "I have consulted with the Royal Library in Plateau City and they will be sending someone...still he could be from the Magic Library as well." He shakes his head at how little information that he is able to give out. "They know old legends and lore there that may help out."
Toros d20=19 Wednesday December 8th, 2004 10:48:47 PM
Toros still more concerned with Zeoll than else. He feels relief, as Zeoll calms down.
Listening all the talk Toros cannot stop himself but asks to Zeoll, " I do not understand this Zeoll, what is this geas, betraying... is all about?" Then he continues, "Why do you think that you have betrayed us?". "I still do not understand what I have heart..."
Toros hopes that Zeoll will reply in a sense that he can continue to ask more. But, if his friend prefers not to talk, he still understands and do not probe any more at the moment.
(d20, 19)
Leets Thursday December 9th, 2004 2:21:53 AM
Leets just smiles at Zeoll, because he already said what he had to say to his old friend. He will gently put his hand on his shoulder.
"I like the idea of getting this item before Marteau's pawns...After all, they've been searching for something we had, and running after us for so long."
"It's time the hunted become the hunters, no?"
Brahmah Thursday December 9th, 2004 4:43:21 AM
Brahmah considers what has been said by all.
He stands directly infront of Kanchana so she can see him. "Kanchana, I have to disagree with you, which is no suprise. Vargas does NOT have the advantage. We are the Chosen of Domi, his work in the Wold. We will seek out Vargas and his followers and destroy them." He says, with fierce determination.
Looking back at the priest. "We will go to this library and seek out the information." "Zeoll, you like libraries, books... we have need for you. Come my friend..." He helps up his friend 'Zeoll the Geas Breaker', "... come, I don't really know libraries."
"Friend priest, do you have clear enough pictures of what you've seen that we might be able to use them for a teleport spell? I understand thats how those work." He looks hopeful.
Gecktar Thursday December 9th, 2004 5:41:24 AM
Gecktar smiles to Zeoll, he couldn't imagine him as a betrayor... And he is not one at all. Only the dark schemes of the Dark One can be seen here. He will tell to him later, if he need someone to talk. Gecktar will then turn to Kanchana and says "They know us and we don't know them, here is their advantage, but we know that this is our first answer. And now we also know what they are looking for... and here is our best advantage. I think we must find it before them and like Leets said become the hunters..."
Flat-top d20+4=12 Thursday December 9th, 2004 9:05:51 AM
Flat-top who is still blocking the door with his body, will ask the group "I want to know is, What is to happen of this Priest of ?? The dark one? Did he ever say to whom he belongs to?? Now that he told us HIS story, is he going back to Vargas to tell him that we are comming?? I hope we are not walking into a trap."
Flat-top will still lean on the doorway, watching the scenery out side.
serching 12
Kale Thursday December 9th, 2004 10:54:46 AM
with everyone pretty much ignoring the danger Zeoll now repersents, Kale realizes that its up to him to protect the party from Zeoll. gripping the hilt of his sword, Kale promises himself to do what must be done in an event of a betrayal, even if it costs him his friends and his life
Solgrin Thursday December 9th, 2004 4:31:21 PM
Solgrin looks at Brahmah then says "Kanchana is right Brahmah, they have the advantage that hey know who the Chosen are and that we do not know who they are. We need to all pull togeather and find out more about this weapon and who all are with Vargas, not just go blindly after Vargas."
Zeoll Thursday December 9th, 2004 5:21:23 PM
Zeoll notices Kale's tension and is profoundly grateful.
He walks over. "Old frriend, only you arre taking this serriously enough. I trrust you to do what you have to if it everr comes to that."
A look of anguish spreads again over Zeoll's face. "And the compulsion is still on me at least in parrt. I cannot tell you HOW I betrrayed you. only that I have!"
Kanchana Thursday December 9th, 2004 9:28:52 PM
Kanchana smiles at Brahmah, "We may be Father Tomi's Chosen, but that has not been a boon lately. Vargas' people have the vantage of anonymity, we do not. Hunting them now would be most unwise. We would do better to prepare and then as they make their presence known we should be better prepared to defend ourselves. I still say that Vargas and his people have been very smart to keep their forces hidden from us."
Kanchana turns and makes ready to leave the temple. She ignores Zeoll's comment to Kale, since Zeoll does not seem to understand that the others who 'aren't taking him seriously enough' are in reality taking a risk and giving him a second chance rather than giving up on him right away. That might be naive or stupid, but a chance is a chance.
As Kanchana stops where Flat-top is blocking the door she mutters a quick prayer that they won't have to go to an even bigger city to find knowledge about whatever it is that Vargas seeks.
Seekers of Knowledge. (DM Jim) Thursday December 9th, 2004 10:20:23 PM
The priest slowly stands as some of The Chosen start to move around. He takes Brahmah's hands and shakes it with a little bit of vigor. "May Domi guide your steps my son." He utters another prayer for the safety of the group as well. "I can make arrangement for you to see the librarian or they may already know of your presence here." He gives them a smile as he sits back down for a minute at the looks of confusion that may appear. "The historians that are looking into this for me have been looking for you as well...they seem to think that only Domi's Chosen can stop Vargas or even aquire this artifact before Vargas." He stands once more and moves to stand by Zeoll.
He lays his hand on the taurs shoulder and nods in understanding with his feelings. "Be strong for I believe that when you next fight this geas...you will be free of it for good." He leans in close to Zeoll's ear and speaks to him. "Marteaus can only hold onto someone for a time if they do not want to be held onto...a god has his limits as well."
Brahmah Friday December 10th, 2004 2:25:20 AM
Brahmah has never looked so heartbroken. Kanchana has never been so negative, has she found the Chosen weak? Brahmah leaves, nodding at the priest. "We are the Chosen. Maybe they need a new leader, huh? Kanchana, what are you really saying?" Brahmah walks out and just keeps walking.
Everyone is giving up. What have I done wrong? Am I weak? I think I'll go visit the Children, they appreciate me.
Leets Friday December 10th, 2004 3:44:02 AM
"Kanchana, Vargas' and those of his kind are probably used to crawl in the dark, hiding, backstabbing and plotting. But we, Chosen, have to stand in the light, for the better and the worst, because we are in the Wold to bring Domi's glory to the people, and make the sparkle of hope shine in the darkest places..."
"If Marteau's Minions, whoever they are, want to get their unholy hands on some kind of artefact, let them know that we are after them, because the sooner they will know, the sooner they will try to stop us..."
"Brahmah, if you allow men I would really like to meet those librarians, I haven't been studying the scriptures for very long, and I'm missing those dusty tomes...So unless you need me for another task..."
Flat-top Friday December 10th, 2004 8:33:16 AM
As Kanchana approches him, He move outside and let her pass. But when Brahmah exits the temple, he look so disturbe that Flat-top will follow him for a while.
Gecktar Friday December 10th, 2004 9:45:44 AM
Gecktar thanks the priest for this informations and get out after Brahmah and Flat-top. Just before leaving he turns to the autel and makes a quick prayer to Domi.
Kanchana d20+1=6 Friday December 10th, 2004 3:38:09 PM
Kanchana has the misfortune to miss Brahmah's heartbroken look, she had her back to him. It is first when he questions her that she has reason to stop and face the Captain of the Chosen. Maybe seeing his look would have changed what she chooses to answer; maybe not.
[Hopefully Brahmah was walking in the same direction as she was! For the sake of this post I will assume so.]
Kanchana reaches out and stops Brahmah, her out-stretched hand firmly placed at her own shoulder height on Brahmah's torso, somewhere near one of his shoulders (basically like the universal sign for 'stop', except she touched Brahmah as well). Once he has completely stopped walking she removes her hand. The she-wemic looks Brahmah boldly in the eyes.
"What I am saying is that we are too well known. Vargas and his minions are not. We must wait for Vargas to think that the time has come to strike and then turn the tide against him," Kanchana has a look of calm determination about her. "The People are deceived, we do not have their support right now. Even if they do see Vargas and his ilk for what they truly are they may not come to support us. We are alone."
Kanchana will of course not let Brahmah move away from her until she is finished talking.
"Do you think I am challenging you? Maybe I am. Do you think I want to command the Chosen? Maybe I do. It matters not. Father and Mother know that we cannot afford any in fighting. I am simply saying that we need to rethink how we will face the challenges before us."
The Druidess glances briefly at the human town they are in. She waits to see if Brahmah feels the need to accept or deny any challange - real or imagined. But she still has the chance to try and explain what she means so she continues.
"We are in lands not our own, among people who do not understand us or the impending war. Many of them probably do not even believe in Father Tomi or care one bit that we are his Chosen."
Kanchana doesn't explain anything more for now.
(Ouch... a 6 for Diplomacy. Poor Brahmah.)
Back to the Seedy Tavern? (DM Jim) Friday December 10th, 2004 11:58:54 PM
The priest watches the group walk away with a little lighter heart. He prays to Domi for their success in their new mission and wishes them the best of luck.
It is getting later in the day and with a little bit of inquiry, Brahmah is able to find out that Plateau City is actually a fair peace away. It will take at least three days travel on foot to get there or less if they can get some kind of ride.
So it seems that a decison will have to be made for the group. Maybe a tankard of ale will help to lighten the mood or at least let the group forget for a few the heavy weight that sets on thier shoulders.
Flat-top Saturday December 11th, 2004 8:49:38 AM
Flat-top takes Kanchana's hand off of Brahmah's chest, holding it until he has her full attention, "I hope that I did not hear right. You see my litten kitten, Brahmah was voted in as leader by the insperation of Domi. So I follow Brahmah, I had no such dream as to replance him with a new leader such as you. My point is I will never follow you, because you with your notion of not killing any thing or body is wrong. And now you are wrong to try to make your self Leader. Now Come with us as we face the futur."
Flat-top will only hold on to her hand as long as she wants him to.
Kanchana Sunday December 12th, 2004 3:12:12 PM
Kanchana looks really, very frustrated as what she meant seems to have been misinterpreted by Flat-top; and maybe everyone else who heard as well? She completely quells a screech of frustration.
"I do not want to lead - just advise," the druidess says in clipped tones, hoping to make herself very clear. "Advice that is disreguarded, and often to detriment," she adds pointedly.
"I just wanted to make sure I got a response," she privately fumes at how communication is no simple thing.
Kanchana does not remove her hand, it remains loose in Flat-top's hand - not her usual reaction by a long shot.
"I am just sick and tired of hearing only fighting as the first and foremost solution to everything. That and under-estimating worthy adversaries. They are clever. We do need to remember that even with Father Tomi's blessing we can make mistakes and ultimately end up paying a very high price for those mistakes."
She glances over at Brahmah after pointing this out, hoping he doesn't take that comment personally. Kanchana finally looks at Flat-top with a level stare.
"Also I would never ever expect any warrior to follow me or my way," Kanchana patiently tries to explain.
"Make no mistake, I will kill if I must, but never - never - without forethought or without at least attempting other solutions first. What you do not understand is that all life is valuable, no matter who or what the living being is. Wanton blood-spilling is what is wrong, and if you are referring to the dragon children that will inevitably cause a negative balance in the Wold."
Finally she removes her hand. She considers what Flat-top said about divine inspiration being the cause for Brahmah's being chosen as Leader of the Chosen. She recalls from the Annals at the Keep that it was by a vote instigated by Kenisha, not a divine proclaimation. She keeps her thoughts on this very much to herself.
Kanchana truly likes Brahmah and does not actually want to hurt him, but she often finds that he doesn't always see all of the options that must be considered before making choices. She is very much aware that her personal views color her judgement, and of course she knows that she could be wrong.
She is still hoping that Brahmah will give her an answer. She hadn't intended for anyone else to join this discussion, but her timing at bringing things up was unusually bad.
Kanchana will make note of where everyone is going but she will not join them - not right away. She wants some private time; away from the city, to consider why Father Tomi Called her. At first she thought that maybe it was because the Chosen needed a healer; or a herbalist at least, now she wonders if there wasn't more to the Call then she first thought, maybe Father Tomi Called her because her way of seeing and understanding things is so different. Maybe because she also serves Mother Wold? The druidess certainly has many thoughts to work through.
Solgrin Sunday December 12th, 2004 7:54:50 PM
Seeing what looks to be a building of tension with in the group Solgrin decides to take his leave and continue to look around South Harbor hoping to find any information on the elusive Star mages guild.
Zeoll Sunday December 12th, 2004 9:03:30 PM
Zeoll concentrates on the priests directions to the library, and then he is confused by Brahmah's comment about liking libraries and books.
"But, Brrahmah," Zeoll whispers, "I can't even rread. I don't think I've everr been in a librrarry. All my lorre comes frrom storries and legends and things I've heard."
But then suddenly there is a confrontation or something. Zeoll realizes that he has been thinking only of his own problems.
When Brahmah turns to leave suddenly, Zeoll calls out, "Captain! Do not go! Cerrtainly not alone!"
When Kanchana speaks, Zeoll is even more confused. All he can think to say is, "Hey, frriends! We arre all needed herre! No one should leave."
Brahmah Sunday December 12th, 2004 9:08:11 PM
Usually tolerant of her pacifist views, Brahmah is barely holding himself together. He understands her point of view, but it seems arrogant to believe she is the only one among the Chosen that does not like killing. Fact is, Brahmah learned it was necessary a very long time ago, but he doesn't like to kill.
As for Leadship, he never wanted it, but the Chosen thought he would do well in the position. Why? Because he was a warrior?
Now, standing there infront of the female, he looks at her and thinks to himself as she blabs her views. I could cut her down right here and now... but what would the Chosen think of me. And Domi. He shakes his head. I could challenge her to Kayleb. That might solve the situation.
Still thinking, I'm no diplomat. She's the only one here that is. There's only on thing I can think of doing to solve this situation. He looks at her flatly. "Go home."
He turns and walks to the tavern. "I need a drink."
Toros Sunday December 12th, 2004 10:09:16 PM
Toros takes time to contamplate on what has been going on recently. It seems that he will not be able to come to a conclusion soon yet.
Gecktar Monday December 13th, 2004 3:37:22 AM
As all other Chosen Gecktar witness the scene between Kanchana and Brahmah.
"Oh, oh oh ! dear Chosen. I don't understand the quarrel here !"
"Kanchana, we are not talking about fighting or killing anyone this time, we are talking about finding something before Vargas. Doing this we are truly becoming actors of the war between Marteus and Domi instead of being only victims. This is why we used the term of hunters."
"I'm sure that while we search for this item, Vargas will not stop his preparations and will sooner or later be forced to dispel the veil that surround him and his fellows. At that time we should be able to act as the balance between them and us will be restored."
"We will see at this time what to do against them, but for now we need informations. And we need you too because Mother Wold sees and hears everything and as a follower of Her you could give us much informations."
Then catching the group that is going to the tavern he thinks to himself that even if he do not always agree with Brahmah the Chosen would never have made a better choice.
"This is my tour, ale for everyone" then looking for Flat-top and Brahmah he adds with a smile "if you promized me to not destroy this place."
Flat-top Monday December 13th, 2004 6:39:17 AM
Flat-top watches as Kanchana walk away from them, thinking to himself. "She still does not understand, she thinks that nature is the balance to all problems, She think that all fighters are killers, we are the balance between the evil that want to upset the good.
Long ago when we had taken a vote, it was Kenisha that said that we had to vote on a new leader, Because of her being in a family way, and to sleep on it. We did and we almost all voted for Brahmah, a new Taur among us." Flat-top continues his story for Gecktar. "And Brahmah has proven his worth. Yes! he takes her advice, he may not show it, but he does. Yes! he look to see if fighting is the last thing we Have To Do. Many times he almost died for it, But that's the life of a fighter. We are the first in line with the evil, not only to kill but to protect and give you magic users time to weave your spells. She also forgets that Brahmah is a Minotaur, a fighter/ranger. He is of another rece of Taurs, with their own values and own way of doing things. But Kanchana think like a Female that all life is valuable, which good in a way, But Bad when it come to fighting evil. But your right Gecktar, this is a mystery we have to solve, and it will take all of us to pull together.
What I was afraid of is He could have call her to a Kayleb, she would never survived. That would mean we would have lost two very good Taurs."
Flat-top ask Gecktar,"Send somebody after Kanchana, and I'll go after Brahmah, then we meet at the tavern. We'll try not to destroy anything, but drink I will!"
Flat-top trots off after Brahmah.
Kale Monday December 13th, 2004 9:40:11 AM
seeing all the drama playing out, Kale approached Kachanga after Flat-Top and Brahmah has left and says "I know you dont like me. More than anyone else in this group, im probably the one that symbolises all that you oppose. I sneak and steal and stab in the back. I lie and I use poision. Im rude and arrogant. But im here for a reason, as we all are. Domi decided he needed someone like me to do the dirty work, just like he decided he needed you to be the voice of reason. Domi is the god of war, all he know is fighting and killing and challenging his enemies up front. He knows nothing about sneaking through the sewers or slipping his dagger in someone's back, nor does he know about sparing someone's life when they beg for mercy or about taking with your enemies before you fight them, and he knows he doesnt know how to do these things. Thats why we are here. Everyone else here belives in Domi's principles and follows them without question. We follow him in a different way. I guess what im saying," Kale says as he pauses for a moment and watches the direction the others go, "Is that even thought Flat-Top is my only friend in the group, if there is a confrontation, ill support you. Afer all, now that I think about it, we are not that much different, at least in relation to the others." then Kale starts to move off after Zeoll. after all, he does have a job to do.
The Head of a Disaster?? (DM Jim) Monday December 13th, 2004 11:30:56 PM
Flat-top makes his move to hold Kanchana back for awhile as he talks to her. He tries to explain his position to her.
Kanchana tries to explain that she does not want to be leader, just that she is tired of diregarded advice that sometimes lead to bad things for the gorup.
Solgrin seems a little disillusioned as the tension mounts within the group and he wanders off on a personal mission of his own.
Zeoll wonders why the sudden thoughts of him liking books is brought up as he has no real ability to read them. He is one of the type that learns through stories passed along and history told to him. He also was listening good enough to realize that the library is in Plateau City and not here.
Brahmah barely holds himself together as several thoughs pass through his mind...murder and a challenge chief among them. In the end he settles to go and get drunk at the tavern they had visited earlier.
Toros looks to all the Chosen as if the world is crumbling around him and he is a lost cub once again. With a slow pace he follows along behind the group that is heading to the tavern, his own thoughts running rampant in his head.
Gecktar tries to be the mediator for the current little tension and finds himself ignored, well maybe. He points out his own feelings on what has been said and tries to smooth it over as best he can. Following along with the group headed back to the tavern he offers to buy the drinks.
Flat-top looks to Kanchana as she wanders off to be alone and catches up with the group headed for the tavern. He slips into the Gecktar conversation from earlier and adds in what little bit he has gotten about both Kanchana and Brahmah over the years. It is as if he is passing along information that will help in understanding.
Kale, maybe one that has the least in common with Kanchana is the last to speak with her as the others leave. Though he points out the things that make the two of them different he also makes points about how they balance each other out and maybe that is what she is to do for Brahmah. The fact that they each follow Domi in the way that is easiest for them and makes sense may help her come to some decisions as she goes to be alone. Then he takes off to follow Zeoll like he had requested of him earlier.
A small building with no sign of any kind meets the eyes of Solgrin. The few people that he had talked to on the street said that this was a guild of somekind but few new more. The fact that someone had mentioned the strange acts that sometimes go on there lead him to believe that he may have found the guild branch that he was seeking.
Kanchana finds a small grove of apple trees on the outskirts of town that seems like a good place to get a little thinking done. At one of the trees she finds a basket that holds a few apples in it but noone is around that she can see.
The path back to the tavern is quickly covered as the partial group heads in that direction. Anyone looking will notice the young girl once again following them from earlier. She keeps her distance but she does not hesitate to keep close enough to watch you intently. As you pull up on the tavern she leans against the building across the street and watches you enter. Anyone looking back will notice that she does not move.
The partial group is just about to enter the tavern when out of the door flies a man that hits the ground hard. He just lays there as his nose bleeds and he moans. From inside is the sound of a fairly large ruckus. It does not sound too safe in there but Brahmah will realize that it is late enough in the day that most sailors are in from the sea and liquoring up.
Leets Tuesday December 14th, 2004 4:25:14 AM
Leets helps the poor man who just landed before him, so that he can stand on his feet.
"Will it be ok, sir?"
Then, he looks at Brahmah.
"Just the kind of place you may like captain! Flat-Top, my friend, after you..."
Flat-top Tuesday December 14th, 2004 6:24:20 AM
"Come on,Captain! Let' us all get drunk." Hopefuly they all enter, dodge a few fights and finally make it to the bar, "Bartender sis of your strongest drinks." Flat-top will drink two of them very quickly. "Goo! ahead Caputain! drink. I think I have lost my girlfriend, and if you (Brahmah) is so mad at her that you call for a Kayleb. I'll have to step in and fight you as her hero. I'll have to fight you, You know I'll get killed don't you? Your sooo muche bett... bett... better fighter than me! Go! ahead have anotherrrr drinkie, I can still stand. May... May... bEEeeEE I sur.. surv.. Win? Nahhh! Your too good." Flat-top drinks two more drinks and also is having rubber knees. Waiting for the Captain to speak.
Zeoll d20+21=41 Tuesday December 14th, 2004 11:12:18 AM
Zeoll tries to commit to memory the name and location of the person the priest recommends they seek out.
Zeoll has gone with the group to the tavern. He notices the girl. He has an odd thought. What if that girl is the female wemic who is his enemy.
He says to Kale, "Let's go check out that girrl! Let me talk to herr, but please keep in earrshot."
Zeoll walks over to the girl and asks her, "Excuse me miss, can I talk with you forr a minute?"
He tries to set her at ease. [Diplomacy check 41 is a natural 20! Woot!]
Solgrin Tuesday December 14th, 2004 3:32:38 PM
Solgrin watches the building for a short while then will walk up to its entrance and enters.
Kanchana Tuesday December 14th, 2004 4:04:01 PM
Kanchana finds the appletree grove suitable, even though it isn't what she would prefer. She lets Ilder run around and explore if he wishes. The druidess looks at the apple filled basket with disdain. Then she wonders why no one is around picking apples. Kanchana reiterates to herself that picking apples for two leggers is surely a demeaning task for Taurs. She sighs. In Common she calls out,
"You need not fear me, please continue your work. I will not bother you."
Kanchana uses a friendly tone of voice of course. If no one shows up after her speech she will begin her contemplation of things. She begins by studying the grass and trees around her, admiring their simple beauty. The druidess focuses inward and envisions her place in the Wold and her duties to the Great Mother. She finds comfort in the warmth and life of the Mother and her ways.
Next she thinks through all of the difficult tasks the Chosen have either chosen to undertake or been forced to undertake. She sheds more than a few tears as she remembers the murder of the babies, and how so many of the Chosen simply seemed to find this great sin perfectly fine. Yet she smiles softly as she doesn't forget that a few did try and do as she had pleaded. Kanchana quietly asks Mother and Father to try and overlook the dark blot of sin on the souls of the Chosen. She pleads that they show the Chosen a mercy that they themselves did not show.
Kanchana carefully asks Father Tomi for guidance for all of the Chosen; especially herself. She strongly feels that she has achieved little of what she thought was expected of her by the Gods she honors. The druidess wonders if it is Fate or design that things have been going so wrong. 'Perhaps we are being steered by Power that wishes us ill? I feel that we are being herded, but by whom? Father Tomi we have need of your wisdom.'
She reiterates to herself why she agreed to heed the Great Father's Call. "He believes in respecting and honoring those around Him and having the courage to stand up to those who wish to hurt, destroy and dominate. He believes in finding a way to settle all diffrences peacefuly wishing to be a blacksmith before a warrior, however should it come to violence He will lead the way hammer swinging. He believes in having the courage to use diplomacy when needed and violence when diplomacy fails. He teaches His children to know when each option is called for."
Kanchana is well perpared to stay here all this day or night if she needs to. Next she will unsheath that strange Fey sword that she somehow ended up picking up and holds it in both hands while atudying its appearence, eventual markings and such. Kanchana turns the sword over in her hands a few times. 'What trouble are you going to bring into our lives? I certainly hope that Vargas isn't seeking you. That would be my luck though.'
Kanchana remembers the Priest's description of the weapon that Vargas(?) is seeking. She starts to compare the descriptions to the sword; hoping that there is nothing in common between the vision weapon and this mysterious sword.
Brahmah Tuesday December 14th, 2004 8:59:09 PM
Turning to Zeoll, Brahmah apologizes. "I seemed to remember that your predecessor. I thought he could read. My apologies."
Brahmah follows Flat-top into the bar, pushing through a bar fight and stepping over vomit. "Drinks please." He downs one immediately. "Flat-top, I wouldn't kill you. In fairness, she would have had to fight her battle like she's been trying to do. She is just so placid that she doesn't really fit in the Chosen, but Domi put her here, probably for her diplomatic skills and great healing ability.
She's so unreasonable most times. 'Don't hit this, don't kill that, stop running into combat.' Sheesh. If given the chance I'll talk out a situation, in fact, the Kayleb challenges fit into Domi's ideals perfectly.
Combat is often used to settle disputes in minotaur society. Honor demands that Kaylebs be an equal fight, all parties involved in a Kayleb must start out equally equipped or capable of being in combat. The first person who renders the other person unable to continue combat on an equal footing is declared the winner. However, the Kayleb Counselor or judge determines when that occurs; some will make the ruling once blood is drawn, while others won't rule until at least one combatant is struck a mortal blow.
Diplomacy, equality, then if necessary, combat.
Violence is only used when a dispute gets so out of hand that it CAN'T be resolved rationally or agreement can't be reached.
It mirrors Domi's ideals exactly and that's how I was raised. By Domi's ideals and Fathers ideals. But life changes you and hardens you. Things grow foggy, lines get blurred. Like the lines between evil and good, right and wrong, black and white. I was a pirate for years, because I was forced to be due to my life debt. Things get jaded on the open Blue, you know that Flat-top."
Bar Fight!
The Right Thing. (DM Jim) d20+8=22 d20+8=18 d20+8=15 d4+3=7 d4+3=6 d4+3=7 Tuesday December 14th, 2004 10:54:35 PM
The man slowly gets up with Leets's help, still holding his nose. "That cow broke my nose." He now has tears in his eyes he looks to Leets and points to his injured protrusion. Leets smiles some as he comments for Brahmah and Flat-top both to go in before him.
Flat-top enters the tavern through the door and is met by the shambles of the bar. Chairs are broken as well as tables and bodies lay about in different states of pain. He is going to head to the bar when some sailor turns and takes a swing at him (hit: 22 and damage: 7)."Another one of them halfies try'n ta sneak up on a body." That is all that you hear him comment about.
Zeoll remembers little of the location or the name of the person they are to see...that is mostly because the priest did not mention them. He did say that they would be met by a messenger though and that he would be from the magical library in Plateau City. Noticing the young human girl from earlier he makes his way over to see her after commenting to Kale. Getting her attention is easy as she looks to Zeoll and then to Brahmah. "Yes...I would love to talk." She almost stumbles over herself to cut a cute little bow to Zeoll.
Solgrin pushes open the front door of the somewhat dubious looking building to find a young man standing at a counter. He looks up as a little bell goes off. "May I help you sir?" When Solgrin looks back out the door to make sure his eyes are not deceiving him, for the room that he stands in is a pash looking sitting room. When he looks back the young man has been replaced by a young lady with blue spiked hair and way too much red lipstick on. You notice that she is holding a one foot long stick in her hand that she gently taps on the counter.
Kanchana finds the appple grove a nice little retreat, though it maybe a little too public. Still she settles down after calling out to whomever left behind the basket of apples. From her left and some distance into the orchard she hears a giggle that is suddenly cut short by a male voice. "Shhh...I think I heard someone." About four minutes later a pair of teenage human youngsters come into view. By the looks of their clothes and the sudden reddening of cheeks, it is obvious that they were doing something they should not have been. "I..a...was actually done." She picks up the basket and takes off at a fair clip, thought the basket does slow her. The young man is left looking rather sheepishly at Kanchana and turning redder by the minute.
Brahmah makes an apology to Zeoll as his memory was playing tricks on him with a different Chosen. He hurries to follow Flat-top into the bar only to bump into his friend as he is having a swing taken at him. "Look, more of them halfies" One drunk roars. "They always run in packs." Hollers another one. Suddenly Brahmah is set upon from each side by a sailors(hit 18 and damage 6: hit 15 and damage 7).
Gecktar and Toros both flank the poor man that came flying out of the bar as they look at the door. They are even more worried as Brahmah and Flat-top enter and the door shuts behind them. Gecktar is able to get the man's nose to stop bleeding when Toros rips off the cleanest piece of the drunks tunic.
(Brahmah and Flat-top are both flat footed this round having not expected to be attacked.)
(Those in the bar succeeding at a spot 16 highlight: Highlight to display spoiler: {You see both Lady Lira and her first mate in the fight, though separated. The Captain and first mate of the GossamerWing.})
Toros d20=10 Tuesday December 14th, 2004 11:57:07 PM
"I hope you do not mind your tunic" tells Toros, when he gives the cleanest piece he can find on drunk's clothes to Gecktar in order to stop bleeding. For a moment this also helps him to sweep the cloud of the thoughts that has surrounded him. He feels better now, as he has been somehow useful for someone. However still his mental stage is not as good as it can be, to recognize all that is going on around(d10, 10+5, 15<16)
Flat-top(AC 21 72/65hp) d20+6=22 d20+3=22 Wednesday December 15th, 2004 1:07:17 AM
OOC:Spot - 22, Grapple AC22
Flat-top was listening to Brahmah conversation, or as closly as a tipsie center can. When a fist hit him in the jaw, Flat-top (who is feeling no pain) grabs the brave two-legger,lift him up off the ground and bring his face up to his his own. "Now lookie at what you hav... berp! done? YouUu Slir! hav...hic! splash my Drrink?" Then proceds to wipe the bar with the mans body, after Flat-top in through with the clean up, Flat-top drop the man on his roump.
Flat-top turn to barkeeper, orders another drink, Turns to Brahmah to ask a question, "Heeey heeey! Captain! Lookie... Lookie...over there (pointing in a generald direction accross the room) T'iss the Cact... err... Captin and... and... and hers fist mite of the Gossimmaars Windie?" He look (as best he can)into Brahmah face, asking "Right??"
Brahmah d20+8=24 Wednesday December 15th, 2004 1:26:58 AM
Brahmah lets Pah'caw fly off as they enter the bar.
Both attacks miss Brahmah, however, he doesn't realize that they were after him and he just looks at them as they dance about.
(Spot 24) He notices Lira and approaches her with a knowing glance. "Hey there ladies." He makes it obvious that he doesn't want to be outwardly recognized. He knows that any one of the sailors in here would sell out the Chosen in a minute if they were recognized.
Facing them (Lira and the First Officer), he mouths the words silently, 'How have you been?'
Leets d20+3=5 Wednesday December 15th, 2004 3:45:01 AM
Leets enters the bar, and considers the chaos of the place with amazement...
"Wow! In some way it reminds me the feasts that were taking place after the battles in my hometown..."
"But I think less things were broken..."
The Centaur heads to the bar, searching for a bartender or what remains of him/her...
Gecktar Wednesday December 15th, 2004 4:22:15 AM
Gecktar seeing the scene inside the bar don't enter. He stays outside taking care of the poor man that recently learn how to fly...
"You should not spend your time in those place" says Gecktar to the drunk man.
Now that the door is closed he hopes those inside will sustain the fight...
Solgrin Wednesday December 15th, 2004 5:54:26 AM
Thinking to himself 'I must have found it.' Solgrin looks around.
Looking at the young lady Solgrin walks over and asks, "I would like to know if I have found the Star Mages Guild chapterhouse? If it is I would like to become a member."
Kale Wednesday December 15th, 2004 11:56:06 AM
Kale hangs about 10 ft behind Zeoll and just observes the conversation
Kanchana d20+1=14 Wednesday December 15th, 2004 4:53:58 PM
Kanchana has a surprised look about herself when she notes the reactions of the two young humans. She watches the young woman very quickly leave the scene.
"Oh, dear."
Kanchana smiles gently at the young man who looks rather uncomfortable. She is hoping that he doesn't panic or something.
"Forgive me for interupting your interlude. I hope it was enjoyable," she pauses trying to think of something appropriate to say next. "I sincerely hope the Great Mother blesses you two with many children."
Kanchana finishes brightly with her druidic logic. Now Kanchana is even beginning to feel a bit uncomfortable because the poor man is getting more embarrassed by the second. The druidess quickly looks down at herself and then back at the young man. She looks as if she was about to ask him something.
Quickly the she-wemic has a few thoughts about all of this. 'I know the situation is undeniably awkward... no one wants to - get caught. I wonder if my clothing bothers him too?? Maybe it is the sword?' Kanchana has of course realized ages ago that her clothing is not local high fashion; not that she is very preoccupied by this. She sheathes the sword again in the hope of looking at least a little less threatening. Kanchana seriously contemplates breaking off her musings and leaving the grove to the young man, so he will have time to compose himself.
(Diplomacy 14)
Zeoll d20+10=12 Wednesday December 15th, 2004 7:27:40 PM
Zeoll says tot he girl, "Young lady, why arre you following us? I do not think we have been intrroduced. My name is Zeoll. What is yourr name, and who arre you?"
He tries to get a hunch about her [Sense Motive check 12 oh well].
Actions around South Harbor. (DM Jim) d20+10=11 d20+10=28 d4+4=7 d4+4=6 d20+14=16 d20+14=16 d20+14=30 d8+4=11 d6+4=9 d6+4=8 d20+14=21 d6+6=7 Wednesday December 15th, 2004 9:42:05 PM
The man simply nods to Toros and takes his hand. "Better me tunic than the rest of me. He then glances to Gecktar as he speaks up and shakes his head. "No...this be a good place to drink, but I be goin home." The man starts off down the road, though a little wobbly. Gecktar and Toros are left to watch him as he goes. The both shakes thier heads and cannot understand it too much. They do hear another body slam into the door as they are standing around outside.
Flat-top easily grabs the drunk and lifts him up to use him as a barrag. The bartender just shakes his head from his place behind the bar as he protects his ladies. The drunk is able to cry out. "Hey ya be puttn me down...help boyos." It is then that he notices the two women from the GossamerWing and points them out to Brahmah.
Brahmah is not even touches by the two men as they miss him by miles. He does heed Flat-top's call and notices the two ladies. He makes his way in the general direction. Captain Lira is the first to notice him and she smiles. "Nice to see you back mate..." She smashes the man she was holding in a headlock over the head with a bottle and shakes herself off. Her first mate has just thrown another sailor at the closed door when she smiles to Brahmah then it fades. "Watch out..." She takes a hit in the back from a chair and goes to one knee.
Leets enters the bar with a look of amazement at the way the place looks. It is nothing like it had been earlier when they were here. He remembers another feast that had turned like this but with less mess. He spots the bartender as he is behind the bar with his barmaids, a big club in his hand.
Solgrin moves over to stand by the woman, errr half-orc that now stands by the counter. He inquires about the Star Mage Guild and if this is a chapterhouse. Dropping the wand the half-orc takes back on the form of the young man from earlier. "Why yes it is...your interested in joining??" He seems a little surprise and curious as he steps out from behind the counter. "Please this way and you can get a tour of our library to make a sure decision." He leads you towards a solid wall that he passes right through.
Kale stays near Zeoll as he moves forward to talk to the young girl. He does not plan on letting Zeoll out of his sight and maybe a little curiousity is there as well.
The young man turns even redder at Kanchana's comment and he cannot even bring himself to look her in the eye. When she speaks of children to him and a blessing with many, he does look up though. He suddenly turns white as he stammers. "A..a...her da will...oh no...he'll kill me....ya don't think...oh no...she could be...PREGNANT?" He does not even notice that she has put away the sword as he looks to the retreating form of the girl. "Ohhh, Millie..." He drops down to his knees with his head now in his hands as he starts to cry.
Zeoll talks calmly to the young girl as she stands there kicking at the dirt. His inquiries bring her face up with a big smile. "My name is Tash and I live here in this town with my da and ma." She furrows her brows for a minute and then cuts a little bow. "I a sorry mister Zeoll." She looks back up to him with a sense of hope in her eyes. "I was hoping that I could join The Chosen? You see my ma says that I am a girl and could not join ya. Now my da says that I am a human and need ta be a taur to join." She looks a little dejected as she kicks at the ground again. "I told them they both are wrong...but even my friends say that I am stupid." As she stands there almost on the verge of tears you sense no malice in her at all. She is most definitely telling the truth and she is exactly what she appears.
Flat-top finds himeself jumped by a pair of sailors that are answering the call for help from thier friend. They both take a swing at him with all intents to hurt someone for the insult to their friend (hit: 11 and damage: 7 / hit: 28 and damage: 6).
Even with the warning Brahmah finds a man swinging a chair at his back (hit: 16 and damage: 11). While the two from earlier have decided to try again at hitting the big bruiser from each side again (hit: 16 and damage: 9/ hit: 30 and damage: 8).
Leets who had just walked into the tavern to find it a mess is face to face with a man that must weigh in at about four hundred pounds. The sailor's gap toothed grin is followed by a ham sized fist aiming for his head (hit: 21 and damage: 7).
The fight so far in the bar is showing no signs of dying down anytime soon.
[Flat-top and Brahmah once again consider yourselves flat footed. Leets will be flat footed as well for this round.]
Leets d20+6=16 Thursday December 16th, 2004 2:28:27 AM
As he was about to yell at the bartender, Leets turns his head and receives a huge fist right in the nose. Holding his face with one hand, he rises his eyes to the big man who just attacked him...
"Hey! Are you crazy?!?"
If the man looks drunk (heal check 16), Leets will just prepare to defend himself.
Brahmah (75/83 hps) d20+17=27 d20+7=23 Thursday December 16th, 2004 5:04:27 AM
Just as one of the chairs breaks over the spine of the large dark minotaur, Brahmah cringes as splinters shower his eyes.
Straightening up, his eyes narrow, a curl forms on one corner of his mouth and he slowly turns to the one that connected. He glares down at the man who is standing there. Quick as a flash, the Captain of the Chosen palms the human's head like a melon with a single hand (Grapple of 27).
If the grapple is successful, Brahmah brings the man swinging into his friend standing on the other side (using the man as an improvised weapon and oversized weapon, hitting AC 23)[How much damage does a human body do? :)].
If grapple fails, he'll simply plow the man with a fist. (AC 23)
(Further role playing to come.)
Kale Thursday December 16th, 2004 6:38:43 AM
Kale tries to hide a snicker at the girl's comments. A human being a Chosen? I've never heard anything more ridiculous in all my life. Zeoll needs to set her straight. Kale thinks to himself
Kanchana Thursday December 16th, 2004 8:03:01 AM
The druidess stares wide-eyed at the crying young man. She carefully sorts through what he was just saying.
"Kill you? *clears her throat once* Hasn't anyone explained Nature's Way to you? There may not be any children... though children are the greatest gift Mother Wold gives us..."
Kanchana moves over to the shaken man and pats him carefully on the shoulder.
"Don't panic. If you two love each other enough then speak with her sire. He won't kill you for being truthful."
Kanchana speaks in soft soothing tones, still trying to calm the young human down. Kanchana wonders if she should offer to talk to the girl's father on behalf of the poor man.
Flat-top d20+3=20 d20+3=19 d20+3=22 Thursday December 16th, 2004 8:29:43 AM
Flat-top notices the girls as Brahmah had pointed out, But what he sees is four girls. Flat-top waves at the girls and ask them "Hi! Girls! Can I hhan another dri...??"(Smack! Smack) Flat-top get hit from behind, Flat-top turns around (will attemp to) grab the two men by the head and bang the two head together. Asking the bartender (over his shoulder)"Now! like I was trying to say Can I have another drink!".
OOC: grapple head#1 AC 20, grapple head#2 AC19 and hitting the two heads together AC 22. And I will let the damages up to you, Dear DM.
Gecktar Thursday December 16th, 2004 3:23:49 PM
Gecktar prefers to stay outside the bar...
Solgrin Thursday December 16th, 2004 5:21:02 PM
Wtih a look of surprise Solgrin says "Yes I am very intersted in joining. Please would enjoy a tour of the library and any other facilities."
Solgrin will then follow aftr the gentelman. As Solgrin nears the wall that the gentleman walked through he will steel himself and continue through the wall following his guide.
While being shown around Solgrin will ask "has the guild opened any chapter houses on the Taur Isles yet? What have you heard about this holy war that is getting ready to start?"
Zeoll d20+21=32 Thursday December 16th, 2004 6:32:39 PM
Zeoll smles at the girl and tries to set her at ease. He makes sure that the crocodile is at peace. (Diplomacy check 32 for the turn)
"Tash of South Harrborr, thank you forr yourr enthusiasm and supporrt. But you have to underrstand that none of the Chosen asked to join. None of us decide who can join. We werre all of us Chosen. Chosen by Domi himself!"
"You can only become Chosen if Domi chooses you. And you will know if that happens!"
"But we Taurrs need steadfast frriends like you! I would love forr you to be a Frriend of Taurrs. In fact, if you say yes, you will be the firrst! I want to crreate a chain of TaurrFrriends across all of New Elenna."
"If you say yes, then I will do my best to stay in touch with you fairrly often. Yourr job will be to listen forr news, especially about Taurrs and the Taurr Islands. You must not tell anyone you arre a Taur Frriend. Frrom time to time I will visit you, orr anotherr TaurrFrriend might come by. Will you join us as a frriend and ally?"
"If you way yes, then come to this spot everry day when you can." Zeoll indicates a location that stands out.
"Look forr a small bird in this place, with a note tied to its leg. If you find a birrd like this, then take the note frrom it. It will have a message for you."
[OOC: Next level I'll be taking leadership, and with it, the ability to gain low-power followers. This seems like a good place to start.]
More Happenings Around South Harbor. (DM Jim) d20+4=8 d20+4=15 d20+4=22 d20+14=16 d6+6=7 d20+14=31 d6+6=11 d20+14=20 d8+4=12 d20+14=21 d4+4=7 Thursday December 16th, 2004 9:24:55 PM
Leets finds himself taking a shot in the puss. It had actually rocked his head back as he grabs his nose. The man is obviously not drunk, but he does laugh at you as he pulls back for another shot.
Brahmah easily grabs the man with his one hand and flings him bodily into the one on the other side. The man behind Brahmah takes a look at his unbroken chair and shakes his head.
Kale finds the idea of a human child a Chosen a laughable thing and he hides a snicker from the girl who is talking to Zeoll.
Kanchana finds herself spending her time comforting a young man that is suddenly take by the idea of his girlfriend being pregnant. She tries to reassure him as she shakes her head in wonder. She just hopes that her sage advice will give the man some power to come to terms with his dilemma.
Flat-top is able to grab the one man but the other is less drunk and slips away. Not having been able to grab the other one he slams the ones head into the bar and lets him slump to the floor as he orders another drink.
Gecktar stays outside of the bar and leans against the wall as he wonders about this and that.
Toros looks to the door and then to Gecktar but makes no move to enter the bar himself. He wonders if they should lend some help or just stand here and admire the weather.
Solgrin follows along after the young man, steeling himself at the wall...but passes through easily. He questions the man about both the guild chapterhouses and the war in the Taur Islands. He is shown a larger room that holds several sections of scrolls slid into slots with corresponding labels above them, each in reference to the type of magic that they represent. He then takes Solgrin into look at a series of rooms that contain areas for creating items and doing other research.
As Zeoll talks to the girl her face falls for a second and then brightens as he continues to speak to her. For a few minutes she can only shake her head up and down. Zeoll feels that The Chosen may have just made a true friend...one that will last through the test of time.
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The big man takes another swing at Leets as he just laughs in his face. His fist once again comes in to talk for him to be followed by his other fist as well (hit: 16/31 and damage: 7/11).
The guy behind Brahmah brings the chair in again at his back (hit: 20 and damage: 12). The guy that he threw into his friend slowly gets up off the floor, spitting and fuming mad. His friend also gets up and taps his friend on the shoulder as he indicates Brahmah, the both nod.
Flat-top finds himself with only one person taking another slug at him (hit: 21 and damage: 7). The other one is laying on the floor unconscious.
The young man looks to Kanchana and dries his eyes as he shakes his head. "You are right of course...and I do love her." He slowly stands as he looks to Kanchana still blushing. "I am so sorry...I must get a ring." He starts to take off at a run but hollers back over his shoulder. "Thanks for the help." Soon he is gone from sight.
The young girl nods her head to Zeoll and gets a grin on her face. "Of course I will be a friend of the taurs." She makes as if locking her lips and holds out her hand to Zeoll. "Your secret is mine to keep." She sighs and looks to the sky for a few seconds. "Please Domi...could my wish come true and you use me even more." She breaks into a bigger grins as she looks to Kale as well but says nothing. She figures that he is the loner type and not given to talking much.
The young man does not stop as he addresses Solgrin. "This would be the small library that we have. Spells are on scrolls that are in categories by their type and each is labeled...these are conjurations spells." He indicates a shelf that he is nearest with a look of some pride. There are several large tables and even some smaller tables in the room. Several plush chairs line the walls that make it comfortable for those wizards that visit. "Now on through here are the rooms set up for making items and other projects that should not be taken care of in the library." Looking into the rooms you notice that each is furnished with the basics and that is even appears as if alchemy tools and the like can be brought in.
Lira moves to help out her mate and finds her path blocked by a pair of roughs holding daggers in their hands. Lira on the other hand is unarmed as far as you can tell and not ready for a knife fight.
Her first mate takes another shot to the back with a chair and she takes a little time to get back up as three more move in her direction.
Toros Thursday December 16th, 2004 10:46:45 PM
"Gecktar, don't you think to have a look at inside, to see what is going on in there." Toros asks to Gecktar, who seems to prefer staying outside.
Toros does not want to enter by himself, but he also feels uncomfortable to know that something is going on in there, while he stays outside. It is easy to notice his discomfort from his behaviours - he continuously moves from one side to other side of the main entrance.
Kanchana d20+3=17 d20+5=23 Friday December 17th, 2004 5:38:57 AM
Kanchana smiles widely, and was going to say "my pleasure" but the young man ran off too fast.
She looks down at the grass and offers a new quick prayer to Mother Wold. "Mother please do not let him get killed. It has been a rare thing for me to actually witness true love of late. Please let them have a long and happy life together."
Kanchana looks off towards the town. 'Mother and Father will give me; and the others I hope, answers in time. Mayhaps they will even tell me something more about the sword.' The druidess cannot put aside the feeling that the fey sword might have something to do with the up coming troubles the Chosen will surely face.
Before leaving the apple tree grove Kanchana will bless it in Mother Wold's name and hope that there will be a good harvest for the town the following seasons.
Kanchana will rapidly make her way back into town. She has probably been gone from the others for a few hours? Inevitably she will notice Toros and Gecktar standing outside the pub. Kanchana will slow down and have a look of curiousity and slight confusion on her face.
She will address both of the Chosen (Toros and Gecktar) at the same time. "Where are the others? Why aren't you with them?" At about this time she might very well hear the ruckus inside the pub. If she does she will look inside and mouth "oh". Then she will add (speaking only to herself) "figures". Kanchana will not enter the pub, but will remain outside waiting more or less patiently. Kanchana looks around for another place to get a meal.
(looking for a place to get something to eat: Search 17, Spot 23)
Gecktar d20+3=23 Friday December 17th, 2004 5:42:53 AM
"Well, friend" Gecktar anwswers "Let's have a glance inside to see if our friends are not in a dire posture."
Gecktar will then open the door an look inside ready to avoid a blow for the drunken people inside.
(Spot check 23 ouhouhouh !)
Kale Friday December 17th, 2004 6:39:30 AM
Kale, impressed on how Zeoll has manipulated the little girl into spying for them, walks up to Zeoll and says "We need to get going. We have things to do." then, as an afterthought, he acknowelges the little girl with a nod of his head.
Flat-top d20+3=23 d20+3=8 2d4(4+3)=7 Friday December 17th, 2004 7:35:03 AM
Flat-top now is staring to run out of paitent, "Now! Listen Here! Skumbag! (Hic) Youz interfearinggg... withs a Centauurs drnking! thasss not... Burp! nnice." With that said Flatop give the bum a one-two punch (AC23 (critical punch) - AC8 (miss) - Damages (on critical) 7hp).
Flat-top yells at him, "Now... err Now! If yuze have the...Hic! gomppshin to get ups. I'lll gives yuz my... my... Hooven Ringediny..,Burp!"
Flat-top will turn back to the bar and start looking for his drink.
Solgrin Friday December 17th, 2004 4:24:30 PM
Solgrin continues along with his guide while looking around with the look of a child looking in a candy store.
Brahmah (75/83 hps) AC 25 Friday December 17th, 2004 6:05:37 PM
The large taur is missed again.
Brahmah sees one of the men nod and he looks at the duo who are about to gang up on him. "Ya boys better be sure. Try me, I'll make you famous." He states simply with a grin. He glares down at them and a massive hand comes to rest on a sword hilt. (Goes Defensive, +4 dodge bonus) The dark taur stands there, waiting, dark eyes unblinking.
Zeoll Friday December 17th, 2004 10:35:40 PM
Zeoll has a few last words for the girl. "Tash of South Harrborr, I will rrememberr you. And you will hearr frrom us. Look forr the messengerr in the spot I have descrribed!"
He adds in Tauric to Kale, "Thanks! Let's get back. I bet those guys have found trrouble by now!"
Zeoll heels Croc and follows Kale.
Leets d20+7=19 d20+2=15 d4+2=6 d4+2=6 Sunday December 19th, 2004 1:15:06 PM
Sharpening his look at the man when he realize he's not even drunk, Leets is about to get a grip on his club, but prefers to play it hand to hand.
He blocks the first next blow of the big man, but not the second. However, he's ready this time...
"Ok! I didn't want to enter this game, but you let me no choice!"
"Your mother should have told you it's a bad plan to mess up with a Centaur!"
Leets then sends both hooves in the man's stomach (19/15 for 6/6 damage).
Brahmah (75/83 hps) AC 25 Monday December 20th, 2004 6:48:13 PM
He remains standing, and waiting for the blow.
The Fights and Breaking it Up. (DM Jim) d20+8=20 d8+6=12 d20+6=14 d20+6=11 d20+6=8 d20+6=20 d20+6=8 d8+6=10 d6+6=8 d6+6=11 d20+6=24 d20+6=11 d20+6=22 d6+6=11 d6+6=8 d6+6=10 Monday December 20th, 2004 10:00:28 PM
The young man leads Solgrin back into the main room and slips behind the counter. Turning he looks to Solgrin and nods to him. "I hope that you find out chapter house to your liking?" With another look her taps the counter lightly and a book comes walking across the counter with a pen lightly tucked inside. "Now you have two choices if you are still interested...just the regular dues of 150gold or a lifetime membership of 1500gold." He indicates the book and smiles again as he looks on waiting. "You will of course need to sign in and payment is due immediately."
Toros paces as he ponders the idea of having a look inside. Not able to hold it any longer he looks to Gecktar and inquires if they should check on thier friends.
Kanchana thanks Mother Wold for her little gift to not only the young man and woman but to herself as well. She then asks Mother Wold to bless the orchard and make it prosper for years to come. Finally she slips back into town and goes looking for the group, only to find Gecktar and Toros standing outside of the tavern. A quick look inside tells her why they maybe staying outside, so she looks around for another place to get a bite. Down the road about a block and a half she sees a nice little bistro with chairs and tables outside.
Gecktar takes a look inside, his curiousity getting the better of him or maybe just worry. He sees that his three friends are beset by drunks but maybe not in that bad of shape. Now the first mate of the GossamerWing is another story altogether as is the Captain that is facing off against three knife wielders.
Kale lets Zeoll know that they need to be moving along, but does nod to the girl as he passes. It amazes him sometimes as to the depths of his friends silvered tongue.
Flat-top flattens the drunk that is disturbing him with a well placed punch though his second try goes wide. He rages at the man for disturbing him while trying to get a drink and then turns back to the bar. He never has noticed that the bartender is protecting his ladies.
Brahmah lays his hands on his weapons as he looks to the three who are about to take him on. He just gives them a smile and then a few words of advice.
Zeoll leaves the girl with words of his friendship with her and that she is now an unofficial/official member of The Chosen. As he leaves her with words to meet at this spot everyday he slips off with Kale and his croc. The girl just smiles as she waves to the two of them. She then turns and starts home a spring in her step.
Leets is outraged that this man would attack him for no reason and the man is not even drunk. He brings both hooves into the man's stomach and knocks the wind out of him.
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The big man doubles over in pain as Leets catches him in the gut. But he quickly raised back up with both his fists locked together, aiming for Leets's chin (hit: 20 and damage: 12).
Cursing his luck the man tries once again to smash the chiar into Brahmah's back (hit: 16 and damage: 10). Though the two men stop for a few seconds it is only to spit out a little blood and then they charge in at Brahmah (hit: 13and damage: 8 / hit: 22 and damage: 11).
Flat-top's thug takes the shot and comes back with one of his own (hit: 24 and damage: 11). He is joined by two more thugs that hit at Flat-top's back as he turns back to the bar (hit: 13 and damage: 8 / hit: 24 and damage: 10).
Lira side-steps the dagger wielder and scoops up a broken chair leg as she does. With a new weapon of her own she faces off against the two ruffs with daggers.
The first mate finds herself pinned to the floor by three more roughs who show up to help out thier friend. While she is down the man kicks her in the side with a well placed blow.
Charging down the street all of the sudden are several armed guards, most likely the local military or police. They appear to be heading for the tavern where the fight is at. There is little time to do much as they are traveling rather quickly and will be there in another minute.
With your next post please let me know what you would like to do for the Holidays. Should we put the game on hold starting Wednesday and restart after New Years? Suggestions??
Brahmah (75/83 hps) AC 26 Monday December 20th, 2004 10:40:35 PM
Brahmah ducks the chair, side steps(10ft) the two charging and briefly looks around for some form of non-lethal weapon.
"Boys, I'm getting a wee bit upset here. I simply wanted a drink. Now you've interrupted that. I may have to get violent." He decides that it may be a good time to actually draw his swords as he's side-stepping (move action), this bar fight was quickly escelating into a major situation. Lira and the first mate were also getting into a situation they may not walk away from.
He goes fully defensive again(standard action), this time, fully prepared to do major harm. He hopes that the tavern will survive the brawl.
Brahmah (75/83 hps) AC 26 (addendum) Monday December 20th, 2004 10:42:57 PM
He quickly looks over at Lira. "Captain, are these three your?" Making sure that he knows which are he lads and which are free game.
Gecktar Tuesday December 21st, 2004 3:51:17 AM
Gecktar eyes widen when he realize what's happening in the tavern. Seeing the first mate in dire position, he shows the scene to Kanchana and Zeoll and says "Look ! We must lead the guards here rapidly or Lira may lose her first mate."
"Guards ! Guards !" does he adds loudly.
He decides to act casting threads of magical force to hold one of the men that threaten the first mate (casting Hold Person DC15)
Flat-top d20+3=21 d20+3=20 d20+10=28 d20+10=29 d4=3 d4=4 d4+4=8 d4+4=6 d4+4=7 Tuesday December 21st, 2004 5:56:07 AM
After being hit by this low life and two more tugs, Flat-top shout at the bartender "Get your ladies out of here! There going to be some blood splatter around here!". Flat-top will hit the low life with a one-two punch, then rear his body up and give the other two his frount hove(with the hove-rings+2).
hand to Hand attack AC21 & AC20, damages 3+4=7hp. Hooves attack AC28 & AC29(critical), Damages 8hp & 6+7=13hp.
Kale Tuesday December 21st, 2004 7:00:25 AM
walking down the street, Kale cringes at the attention that is being drawn to him and Zeoll. "Can you do anything about that?" Kale asks Zeoll as he points to Croc. "Im tired at being gawked at."
Zeoll Tuesday December 21st, 2004 10:02:44 AM
Zeoll, heading now in the direction in which he thinks he can find the rest of the Chosen, notes that a bunch of town guards just ran past Kale, Croc, and himself. "That can't be good!" he calls to Kale, and starts running. "Come on!"
He hears, or maybe just senses intuitively, that Gecktar is calling him. "WE'RRE COMING!" he thinks hard and yells at the same time.
Leets d20+7=22 d20+2=14 d4+2=5 d4+2=3 Tuesday December 21st, 2004 11:43:37 AM
Leet's receives the man's smashing hands right in the chin and spins because of the violence of the attack, but he counter attacks imediately with his back hooves (22/14 for 5/3 damage).
"WILL YOU END THIS! OH!!!"
Toros d20=20 d20=14 Tuesday December 21st, 2004 12:17:40 PM
"Gecktar, when the guards come, the Chosen inside can also be in trouble. The guards may not care whose fault is this and take us all to the prison - and I do not want that!"
"Kanchana, perhaps we should try to talk with the guards instead of doing anythingelse... I will go to meet them..."
"...perhaps this will help strengthen our case"
Saying this, Toros will cast his spell and create an "illusion" of several sailors with arms. Making it certain that the sailors can be seen by the approaching guards, he will move the sailors from the entrance of the bar to the nearest street against the direction of the guards, making the sailors look like retreating and escaping from the scene.
As the sailors disappears on the corner of the street he will end concentrating on them, and start running and shouting towards the guards: "Help help! Guards! These sailors attacked us! Some of them escaped but there are still some inside. Our friends are also in the bar. They need your help." He will also point out the direction where his illusions moved.
By doing so, he will try to look like one who is a victim of the scene. He hopes the vision of running-away sailors will make the case that some sailors are the criminals and the taurs are their victims.
Toros-OOC Tuesday December 21st, 2004 12:25:30 PM
I guess I can continue my normal posting during the holiday period.
So, for me we can continue posting, if everyone agrees.
OOC Cayzle Tuesday December 21st, 2004 12:36:00 PM
I'll be here for the duration!
Solgrin Tuesday December 21st, 2004 5:56:44 PM
Solgrin smiles at his guide then says "Yes, I really found the guild chapter house very interesting. Okay let me get you the money I will be taking the lifetime membership please." Solgrin then pulls out of his haversack a few smaller pouches and counts out 1500 gold pieces. Solgrin then immediately signs the book that was indicated. "Here you go 1500 gold and my signiture" comments Solgrin. "Is there something for me to prove mymembership should I go to another chapter house or the Star Tower?" asks Solgrin.
When finished Solgrin will tell the guide "Thank you for all your help." After which Solgrin will then leave the chapter house and go looking for the other Chosen.
Kanchana d20+8=19 Tuesday December 21st, 2004 8:24:04 PM
Kanchana was about to walk away from the pub and go to the bistro; in fact she has already taken many steps.
Gecktar calls for aid and Kanchana exerts her will to ignore it (will check 19, going against her natural behaviour to aid others). She seems to be able to do that in this instance.
The wemic druidess will neither help the guards nor hinder them.
Toros then asks her to help talk to the guards. Kanchana certainly has an enigmatic reply to that.
"Toros, they sowed the seed let them reap the harvest they have sowed."
The druidess is of course referring to the fact that she is afraid that the Chosen in the bar aren't entirely innocent in the pub debacle. Thus she is willing to leave them to their own devices for now. Kanchana does stop and wait to see what the guard will do. The she-wemic sits and waits calmly off to the side, wishing that she had stayed at the grove instead. She should be far enough away from the pub to not be implicated in the brawl in any shape way or form.
Kanchana will only speak to the guard if spoken to before they take any measures to end the bar brawl. She will negotiate on behalf of the Chosen if they are arrested and any intervention becomes necessary. She will not take part in Toros' ruse with the illusory sailors. Kanchana will certainly deny any claims that she herself was attacked.
Kanchana frowns noticably at Toros for saying that they all were attacked - of course the guards can't see her reaction since they haven't passed her by yet.
Bar Fight Coming to a Close. (DM Jim) d20+8=27 d8+6=13 d20+8=10 d20+8=14 d20+8=15 d6+4=6 d6+4=6 d6+4=9 d20+8=11 d20+8=10 d20+8=15 d6+4=10 d6+4=10 d6+4=8 d20+8=14 Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 12:08:56 AM
Brahmah contemplates the few men before him and once again gives them a warning. He inquires of Lira if these ones are hers and she shakes her head no.
Gecktar starts to find that his friends maybe in over thier heads. He hollers out for the guards as he casts a spell into the crowd of people in the bar, trying to immobilize one of the attacker.
Flat-top retaliates in kind as he sees no other choice and he is getting madder by the minute. All of his attacks find places to land on his assailants and they stagger under the attacks.
Kale comments to Zeoll about the crocodile as it seems to be drawing alot of attention to them.
Zeoll watches as the guards pass them by at a fair clip and shakes his head. He figures that this means trouble and the sight of Gecktar calling to him doubles that. He decides to double time it to get to the tavern that looms ahead.
Leets smashes hooves into the big man but his one hoof just slides off the man's jelly-rolls. He yells at the man trying to drive some sense into him.
Toros decides that he will create an illusion of running sailors and try and give his friends a chance to get fair treatment. He then hails down the guards and tries to explain things so that it paints The Chosen more favorably.
Solgrin quickly takes the man up on the offer for a lifetime membership as that figures to be the best deal. He is rather happy at this time and will leave as soon as the man has him taken care of. Money and signatures quickly exchange from Solgrin to the man to finalize the deal.
Kanchana stops to see what will happen with the barfight and the other Chosen but she makes no move to intefere. She even refuse, in one way or another, to help out in talking to the guards as they race up.
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The big man gives out a laugh, but you are not sure if it is because Leets want to stop the fight or from your blows. He sends another series of punches at your body as he laughs (hit: 27 and damage: 13).
Cursing his luck one last time the man throws the chair at Brahmah's head in flustration (hit: 10 and damage: 6). The other two men just shakes their heads and smile. "You can talk well..for now." They both move in on Brahmah again with all intents of hurting now, as you see the flash of steel (hit: 14 and damage: 6 / hit: 15 and damage: 9).
Taking the punishement that Flat-top is able to dish out the men shake it off with some ease. It appears that they have been in thier share of fights and not unuse to taking a blow. The men came back in at Flat-top but this time he also may notice the hint of steel from each person (hit: 11 and damage: 10 / hit: 10 and damage: 10 / hit: 15 and damage: 8).
Lira brings the club in at the one man and he lets out a scream as the leg connects with his arm at the elbow. The other rough comes in and gets Lira lightly in the side and then skips back. The first man is now on the ground holding a broken arm, the bone clearly visible.
Yondana, the first mate, squirms under the pile of body and finally gets a good position to get some leverage. With the strength known of her kind she throws off the three men that had piled on top of her. Still she takes another shot to the head from the last man. One of the men that she throws off seems to be unable to move as he hits the floor.
The guards reach the inn and looks to Toros as he tells them of the attack. The captain of the guard just snorts and give the group the once over and shakes his head. "Likely story...you don't even look harmed." With a snap of his fingers four guards fall out of formation to take up positions around the two taurs outside of the tavern. "Hold these two men till we get done in there. He nods to Kanchana as he pulls open the door and once again he shakes his head. "Draw steel my men but do not use it till we find out the happenings." The guards move into the tavern with practiced ease.
The young man at the Star Guild chapterhouse smiles at Solgrin and takes his money. He deposits it into a small bin that is located under his counter and nods. "Yes off course." He hands Solgrin a small medallion on a chain, a star with the stamp of the chapter house is located on the back. "That item cannot be duplicated by anyone and is your pass to the guildhouses...the Woldian L in the center means that you have bought a lifetime membership." As Solgrin signs the book it jiggles and giggles as if being tickled. The man behind the counter just rolls his eyes and shakes his head.
[spot vs 12 to notice the appearance of bladed weapons being drawn]
Toros Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 12:23:09 AM
When the captain talks with him Toros tries to explain "We are fine and unharmed, as we managed to stay outside, but our friends are inside and they need your help. Please hurry."
He indeed did not mean all the Taurs, but the Taurs inside are in danger from the beginning. However he still plays his role to ask for help from the guards.
Then Toros stands there calmly, showing his good intentions and his position not to create trouble but in need to be guarded. And he is being guarded by four man after all...
Brahmah (75/83 hps) AC 22 d20+15=21 d20+16=27 d20+10=29 d20+10=16 d20+11=19 2d4(2+2)+13=17 d6+10=14 2d4(3+1)+13=17 2d4(1+1)+13=15 d4=3 d6+10=14 Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 1:38:05 AM
OOC: The first line in your DM post Jim, is confusing. Who is the 'Big Man' hitting? Brahmah(I'm assuming.)? Flat-top? Etc?
Brahmah grits his teeth in ever-growing anger and contempt for the humans before him. Laughing and carrying on.
Flashbacks to his time on the docks, working, then suddenly, attacked from behind, being hit, cut, 'Oh my ear, ow!'.... then his tail is lopped off, its at my feet. 'I don't want to go...' Then kidnapped, dragged, by the humans. From the ship. Must fight.
These memories flash so quickly in Brahmah's head that he can't control his anger anymore.
He just snaps.
"STOP! STOP! STOP! GRRRSTOP!" His blades move so quickly thats it is nearly impossible that he could be moving that fast. Splitting his attacks between targets, the whirlwind that was Brahmah finally subsides and comes to a rest, breathing deeply and steadily.
(Seal of Whooping activated, lasts one round) (favored enemy humans, AC 21, 27, 29(crit threat 16?), and 19 for 17, 14, 17(35 if crit) and 14 damage)
Leets d20+7=24 d20+2=20 d4+2=5 d4+2=4 Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 2:50:26 AM
A little bit angered at the man's reaction, Leets has to struggle with his will to drow his club...
Instead of this, he will now try to knock out the man, still using his hooves (Attack 24/20, damages 5/4).
Kanchana d20+5=23 Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 4:10:03 AM
Kanchana nods politely and respectfully to the guard captain. She certainly notices that the guards have drawn their swords. Kanchana feels a small knot of worry in her stomach. She makes herself stay sitting right where she is though.
(Spot 23)
Flat-top d20+3=21 d20+3=18 d20+10=26 d20+10=29 d4=3 d4=4 d4+4=5 d4+4=8 d4+4=6 Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 5:39:10 AM
OOC:Yes! DM of mine Who is the Big Man hitting? Brahmah? Flat-top? or Leets?. If the Big Man is hitting Flat-top? Then this centaur is almost out like a light??.
Flat-top is now facing the tugs, but unaable to get to his beloved Morninstar, so he'll jabs and give them the hooves again. But he does not notice the guards coming into the bar.
Flat-top Hand to Hand attacks AC21 & AC18, Damages 3hp & 4hp. The hooves attack AC26 & Ac29(critical), Damages 5hp & 8+6=14hp.
Kale d20+12=28 Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 6:44:58 AM
Turning the corner and seeing the guards that surround Gektar and Kachanga draw their weapons and plunge into the bar, Kale grabs ahold of Zeoll and says "Lets wait and see what happens. If they are arrested, we may be more use to them if we're not seen right now." then, without waiting for Zeoll's response, Kale ks into the nearest shadow and waits to see what happens(hide in shadows of 28)
Clarification by DM. (DM Jim) Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 11:01:39 AM
Sorry for the confusion. The big man is after Leets. I amended that in my above post for records as well. Thanks for pointing it out.
Solgrin Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 4:13:42 PM
Solgrin accepts the item then places it around his neck sliding the medalion under his shirt.
Solgrin then heads off to find the rest of the Chosen.
Zeoll Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 4:22:02 PM
The liontaur stands with Kale to see how best to lend his assistance.
Kanchana Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 5:53:28 PM
Kanchana waits to see what will happen now that the guards have begun their work.
The Instant Stop. (DM Jim) Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 10:28:00 PM
Toros tries to make a quick explaination to the Captain but finds that he is most likely talking to a man that has other duties at the minute. Toros does make no moves to cause any trouble and maybe the four armed guards has something to do with it.
Brahmah snaps as memories flood his mind. He is suddenly a flurry of action that leaves all of the men around him with heavy wounds. He tries to steady his breathing as he lets his weapons slip a little.
Leets once again slams his hooves into the big man who continues to laugh at the attacks. It seems that this man will not be going down anytime soon.
Kanchana acknowledges the Captain as he nods to her, but her worry increases as weapons are drawn. Still she stays seated and ponders what may come next.
Flat-top is able to deliver a telling blow with one fist but he other goes wide on the man as he dodges to the side. The other man is not as lucky as he takes both hooves and crashes to the floor, unconscious.
Kale pulls Zeoll up short as he spots the guards on the way to the tavern. He comments to Zeoll that they maybe more use outside now then up their with the rest. He slips into the shadows provided by the wall by an alley and watches.
Solgrin is happy with his current business done and slips the medallion around his neck with some pride. He leaves after thanking the man once again and heads out to find his fellow Chosen. He easily spots Kanchana, Toros and Gecktar near the entrance of the tavern with four men with swords pulled. He even spots Zeoll as he slips over towards the alley to watch from that vantage point.
Zeoll cannot fault Kale with his logic and slips over to stand near him in the alleyway. His thoughts turn to how to best help out the group, depending on the situation.
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The Captain leads his men into the bar and they easily spread out for maximum coverage, but close enough to stop any fights. The Captain takes in the scene and shakes his head, his eyes turning to steel. "Drop the weapons and stand your ground!" About that time the back door to the place opens and another six guards move in from that part of the tavern.
The sailor roughs that are still standing and breathing drop thier weapons within seconds. You notice that they keep their hands in a position that the Captain can see them very well. It seems that most of those fighting have been in this situation before and know the Captain.
The bartender shakes his head and then lets out a sigh. "Girls...gone about your business and lets clean up." He then slips out from behind the bar, having layed his club back under the bar. He makes his way to the Captain and takes the man's hand. "Thank you Captain for showing up so quickly...they had little time to break much of anything." The Captain simply nods as he waits for his orders to be followed to the letter."
The barwomen start to clean up the mess as best they can with men scattered about. They are none too gentle about it as they kick people out of thier way. One guy that gets kicked seems to be alive but frozen as if paralyzed. This brings the Captain to look around again for a spellcaster in the tavern, though he sees noone that would fit the bill. "Who is the spellcaster?" The door is open all the time to let in more light and give the guards an advantage in a fight, so those outside can hear.
Gecktar d20+8=16 Thursday December 23rd, 2004 6:09:30 AM
Gecktar advances and says "I am". And with a sign of his hand dispel the spell holding the man. "Just tried to stop some part of the fight but you're much more efficient than I could ever be I must admit" does he add.
(diplomacy check 16)
Flat-top Thursday December 23rd, 2004 9:05:27 AM
Flat-top stops at the Captain of the Guard's Command. But keep his fists up, to see what the two brawlers (who are still standing) are going to do next. Flat-top is starting to sober up, whispers to the two scumb-bags,'Sssissie... burp! pantsss!"
Leets Thursday December 23rd, 2004 1:17:32 PM
Leets, wondering if the battle is really over or not, looks around and realizes everybody freezed. He stands hands on the hips, having no weapon to drop, and throws a nasty look at the big man who attacked him for no reason...
Kanchana Thursday December 23rd, 2004 4:19:50 PM
Kanchana was not close enough to the pub for the guard to have thoughts of associating her with Gecktar, Toros or any of the Taurs in the pub. The only thing she would seem to have in common with them is the fact that she is a Taur as well, but nothing more outwardly.
Kanchana continues to wait to see what happens next. If she spots Solgrin before any of the others she will make sure that he stays with her and does not enter the pub or go near it.
Toros d20=20 Thursday December 23rd, 2004 9:12:23 PM
Toros stands and waits where he is, looking around outside.
Captain Takes Control. (DM Jim) Thursday December 23rd, 2004 11:29:20 PM
Gecktar advances into the tavern and admits that he was the one that hit the man with the hold person spell. He notices that the Captain does not seem upset, but maybe a little thankful.
Flat-top finds that the alcohol he drank is starting to wear off with the adrenaline of the fight and all. He follows the Captain's orders but keeps himself ready for trouble from the sailors.
Leets glares down the big man that had attacked him for no reason. Though he does follow the Captain's orders as well. He wonders and hopes that the fight is over.
Kanchana had been able to keep herself disassociated from the group as the guards and Captain had went into the tavern. She hopes that is for the best as this will allow her to help out should the need arise. She tries to catch sight of Solrin but does not see him yet.
Toros stands his ground and watches the goings on outside as the four guards continue to keep watch.
Kale monitors the situation from his hidey hole by the alleyway with Zeoll. So far noone has come out of the bar but also it sounds as if no fighting is going on as well.
Zeoll keeps his place by Kale and shakes his head some as he ponders what will happen next. Will the group be taken to jail or will the Captain let them go. For a minute he would not mind being a fly on the tavern wall.
Solgrin walks down the streets of South Harbor returning greetings from those that speak to him. Despite the fact that this is a mostly human town he finds it nice enough, at least the people are nice and friendly. Moving further down the street he ponders what to do...move over with Kale and Zeoll or move on down the street to the tavern.
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The Captain gives Gecktar a nod of his head and it appears that he is thanking the taur for keeping down the bloodshed. Turning his head back to the barkeep, secure that his men can handle anything for the moment, he speaks to him first. "Well Master Dunkirk...what was the cause of this fracase and who started it?" Looking to the taurs standing around he has little doubt that they did not start it, seasoned veterans like them would have moped the floor with this lot in seconds had they started it.
Master Dunkirk looks to the Captain and shakes his head. "This lot of sailor from the Bloody Leg were giving the lady and her first mate there the business." He indicates all of the human sailors that are standing and laying on the floor. "Seems they have a problem with an all female crew and thought that they should be servicing the men...not sailing." The barkeep's face turns into a full blown scowl at the last words. "They started something with the Captain there and the lady minotaur took offense...not that I blame her." Indicating the three taurs standing around, The Chosen, he shakes his head. "These three came in and got drawn into it...attacked for no reason, though I think they know the two ladies." The barkeep looks to his ladies as they continue to clean up and shakes his head again. "The Bloody Leg will be oweing me some money, Captain Kord." To this he gets a nod from the Captain who turns back to those in the bar.
"Men take all the Bloody Leg sailors onto the jail and we will deal with them there." He looks to the lady that was indicated and his face takes on a smiles. "Lady Lira....Yondana...I did not notice that it was you that Master Dunkirk was talking about." He cuts a deep bow as he moves over to escort Lady Lira to a table and chair. "Please sit and have a drink with me as my men can take care of this without me for awhile." He quickly has a pair of glasses and a fine bottle of wine at the table, pouring out a drink for the two of them.
Yondana shakes her head and moves over to an empty table and takes a seat. She nurses a bruise on the side of her head as she motions those Chosen inside over to the table. "Over here..saviors." As she speaks the Captain looks up and clears his throat. "I am sorry about that...you are all free to be on about your business...no charges against you as you were doing South Harbor and two fine ladies a service." He blushes some as he looks back to Captain Lira and continues his talks.
The guards move those sailors able to walk about the bar to collect thier friends. Soon they are all leaving the bar and headed off to jail. The four outside bow to Toros and then nod to Kanchana as they fall into line as well with the column.
Brahmah (75/83 hps) Friday December 24th, 2004 1:30:59 AM
The dark minotaur stands there a moment, nerves tense and ready to strike at any of the soldiers if they lay a finger on him. His muscles twitch noticably. His hands loosen and his weapons sag in his massive hands, but he does not release them even if asked. Brahmah sheathes his bloodied weapons and proceeds to the counter for that drink. He doesn't even acknowledge the captain of the guard or Captain Lira, he is simply focused on the drink. Even when invited to the table with the others, Brahmah sits, contemplating the bottom of a stein of ale.
Gecktar Friday December 24th, 2004 3:24:30 AM
Gecktar approches the table where Lira and the Captain of the guards are. "Thank you for your intervention Captain." gecktar says to the guardman. "I think my comrades would have got some problem without you and your men coming."
Gecktar then turn to Brahmah and come close to him. He puts his hand on his shoulder and says for his ears only "Captain, cease your dark thoughts. Let's have a good drink and enjoy some pleasant time drinking one beer or two"
Then to the innkeeper dropping some money on the bar "drinks for me and my taurs friends".
Flat-top Friday December 24th, 2004 6:29:37 AM
Flat-top put his fist down when the guards the two sissy-pants sailors away. He ask of the bartender "Could I take a mug of ale to the First Mate of Lady Lira, she been hurt and the ale might help ease the pain, Please"
The barkeeper notices that Flat-top is not as drunk as he wanted the sailors to think.
Flat-top will go to the first mate side and give her the drink, "Take this! It will help with the pain," Then he ask Brahmah "You look fine! How do I look? Will I get sympaty from the Ladies?" smilling at them.
Kale Friday December 24th, 2004 12:36:45 PM
"Well, they are taking a bunch of humans away." Kale says to Zeoll, "But no sigh of the others except for Kachanga over there. Want to stay her or go it?"
Zeoll Friday December 24th, 2004 2:37:42 PM
"Let's meet Kanchana and Toros and gatherr the rrest of us togetherr. It's not safe to stay aparrt."
Zeoll goes with Kale to do so.
"Wherre's Solgrin?" he asks.
When he sees the others, Zeoll asks if they have any news.
Kanchana d20+12=32 d20+12=23 d20+12=14 d20+12=16 d20+12=25 Friday December 24th, 2004 9:34:37 PM
Kanchana is both pleased and surprised that only humans were arrested. She politely returns the guards' courtesy towards her. She barely smiles, rather than continuing to keep a completely neutral expression.
The druidess looks for Solgrin but failing to locate him she approaches the pub and enters it cautiously. She quickly locates the Chosen, Captain Lira and Yondana inside. She moves just off to the side of the door and quickly studies their states of health.
(5 Health checks - one for each of the Chosen involved in the brawl + Lira and Yondana - (nat 20) 32, 23, 14, 16, 25)
Toros 5d20(7+12+7+1+8)=35 Saturday December 25th, 2004 3:44:59 AM
Toros says good bye to the guards, and the captain without making any other comment then finds the other Chosen, Captain Lira and Yondana. He tries to help Kanchana for their health condition check, but he is not very much of use.
Brahmah Saturday December 25th, 2004 4:53:45 AM
Brahmah continues to stare at the bottom of his empty mug. He turns slowly looks at Gecktar and slurps a silent sip of ale. "Dark thoughts?! You know nothing of darkness, even still." Says the Captain with a 'dark' stare directly piercing the young taurs soul.
Flat-top Saturday December 25th, 2004 7:53:55 AM
Flat-top look to Toros, puts an arn around Toros telling him "My dear Cleric! I feel better than I look, I could use a lillte curing." Then look around the table, "We all could, But I'm sure pleased to see you."
Solgrin Saturday December 25th, 2004 4:58:15 PM
Spotting Zeoll, Solgrin heads over and asks "have you seen the others?"
Zeoll Sunday December 26th, 2004 7:51:02 AM
"Hey, Solgrrin!"
"Yes, the otherrs arre just overr herre."
He leads the newest Chosen, doing his best to shepard Kale, Kanchana, and any others into the establishment where Brahmah waits.
Meeting back up and The Gnome. (DM Jim) Sunday December 26th, 2004 8:46:34 PM
Brahmah heads to the bar and finds a mug slid in front of him by Master Dunkirk. He finds himself lost in thought as he looks at the bottom of the stein.
Gecktar thanks the Captain for his assistance and then slips over to stand near Brahmah. He tries to give him some hope for slipping out of his dark mood, but finds it a daunting task. He orders and drops some money on the bar for some drinks.
Flat-top is given a pair of ales for him and the lady taur. He then makes his way over to the table offering the stein to the minotaur. He thinks to holler to Brahmah where he sits at the bar but thinks better of it.
Kale sees only humans being led away and turns to Zeoll. He inquires what he thinks they should do and watches still.
Zeoll decides that they will meet up with Kanchana and Toros. Then they will get the group back together and hopefully stay safer. He takes off in the direction of the bar with Kale following along.
Kanchana is surprised that only humans were arrested. She returns the nods of the guards and tries to keep herself as a neutral watcher only. After a little bit of time has passed she slips into the bar and looks about. Taking the time to study her companions she quickly is able to tell that Flat-top and Yondana are not in the greatest of health. Brahmah is only slightly injured though.
Toros spends his time mostly giving thanks and goodbyes to the guards. He then slips in and tries to help out Kanchana with her healing observations, but does not succeed too well.
Solgrin slips up just as Zeoll and Kale are moving to go to the bar and joins them. He inquires about the others as they walk and does not get a good impression from the looks.
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The Captain of the guard simply nods his head in understanding and gives you one of those don't bother me stares. He then goes back to talking with Lira.
Yondana takes the stein and smiles to Flat-top. "That should go down nice right about now." She gulps down about half of it in one shot and wipes her mouth with the back of her sleeve.
Just as everyone is settling into the bar trying to get things decided and figured out...the door is kicked open. Standing in the doorway is a small gnome in a green and white trimmed suit. He looks around the bar with a sour expression and shakes his head. "Same darn suit as last year." He looks to The Chosen with another sour expression and taps his foot on the floor. "You know that you lot are way too hard to locate...spent two days in The Float to find out that you had left." He shakes his head one last time as he slowly moves around the bar and hands out gifts to each person in turn. Just before he steps out the door, he turns and gives the first smile you have seen. Happy Giving Day...and so Orto says goodnight." He then disappears out the door and into the night.
Consider everyone of The Chosen to be in the bar when Orto shows up. I will then announce what little gifts you got when you open your packages. For those of you that may not know this is Giving Day and is the equivalent of Christmas.
Brahmah (75/83 hps) Monday December 27th, 2004 8:03:41 AM
Brahmah gives a Orto a smile and nod, regardless of his mood and takes the gift happily.
He remains sipping his ale.... then another... finishing his third.... then another, a fourth.... then stops. His mood has greatly improved and he seems his old happy self... for now.
Flat-top Monday December 27th, 2004 8:43:30 AM
Flat-top apon seeing the Gnime, the centaur blurs out "Honest! I Did Not Strat The Fight, But I'll be a donky twitching Tail! If I'll stand by and let a bunch of drunk sailors beat up on these ladies."
But it seem he gets a present anyway. Flat-top picks up his present ever so carefully, puts it up to his ear and shakes it. He puts the present back on the table and open one end of it, Then very carefully RIPS the package open.
His eyes glow, "OH! thank you!".
Gecktar Monday December 27th, 2004 9:06:23 AM
Gecktar accepts the gift from the gnome. "Thank you Master Orto" he says. "May your gifts lighten our moods". Sitting at a table he unpack the gift as a child.
Kale Monday December 27th, 2004 9:44:22 AM
Kale pulls out a dagger and cuts the paper away. then he pulls out whatever he got.
Toros d6+1=4 Monday December 27th, 2004 10:57:33 AM
Toros has been casting some curing spell on Flat-top to make him feel better, (d6, 4) when he notices Orto. He is very glad to see him after just one year and this makes him recall how time passes such "smoothly"
Solgrin Monday December 27th, 2004 4:05:46 PM
Solgrin looks at Orto then says "Thank you" as he accepts the gift. Solgrin then opens the gift taking care to not destroy the wrapping.
Zeoll Monday December 27th, 2004 4:52:20 PM
The liontaur druid/bard is amazed by the appearance of the magical gnome. "Huh!" he says, "This is a surrprrise! A good one, but a surrprrise! Gee, spend a few yearrs dead and all kinds of new trraditions sprring up!"
Zeoll chuckles. "Thank you verry much." And he enjoys opening his package.
It occurs to him that Croc would like a present, too! He orders whatever raw meat the establishment can serve up for his reptilian friend. Croc is not picky.
Kanchana Monday December 27th, 2004 8:42:09 PM
Kanchana thanks the gnome politely as she recieves her gift. Like Solgrin she opens the gift carefully so as not to damage the pretty paper. She stays near the door at the moment rather than joining the others. She folds the paper aside and looks at what she got from Orto. The druidess is not sure whether she should approve or disapprove of the heavy drinking the Chosen seem to be engaged in. So she will make no comments, and if anyone should ask for a hang over cure in the morning she will of course warn them that it will not taste any good. Kanchana wonders where they are going to stay the night. She shakes her head just slightly as that thought flits across her mind.
Gifts and Night. (DM Jim) Tuesday December 28th, 2004 12:34:11 AM
The Chosen go about their little bits of business and open thier individual presents. The presents open to reveal the following for each person.
Each person finds a smaller box of fruit filled pastries inside of thier bigger box. You will have also gotten a smaller package for your animal companion or familiar if you have one of treats for them.
Brahmah: wrapped in a fur bound leather bundle is a set of tools that are specialy designed for tattooing of the body (100gps value)
Leets: pulls out a statuette of Domi made of pure obsidian, it shows the god at his forge with hammer raised working a sword into a plowshare (100gps value)
Flat-top: gets an ivory stein of slightly larger than taur size, around the outside of the stein are pictures of the different taur races and one that you do not recognize (100gps value)
Kanchana: finds a leather large leather bag of a light green color, worked across it's surface is an ivy pattern with leaves amongst it, a shoulder strap is attached to allow it to hang at your side, inside is a large assortment of herbalist tools for both study and collection (100gps value)
Toros: finds a large cloak with matching set of gloves and cap in his package, all three items are fur lined and made to fit his taur frame perfectly, thier earthy gray color is contrasted by the black of the fur (100gps value)
Gecktar: opens up his present to find a large leather bag much like the one that Kanchana now holds, this one is the regular brown leather though with a symbol of Domi emblazened on the side of it, inside you find healer's items and more of them and of better quality than in even a masterwork healer's kit (100gps value)
Kale: finds a leather bundle that is wrapped with leather ties, upon opening it he finds four perfectly balanced daggers of taur size, each is of a quality metal blackened to reduce light, each handle is in the shape of one of the taur races including the new one shown in some of the other gifts (100gps value)
Zeoll: opens his own package to find a case inside that holds the most wonderful lute that he has ever seen, the quality is masterwork and tone is superb, picture of the taur races are carved into the wood with the symbol of Domi prominent in several areas (100gps value)
Solgrin: a small wooden box is located inside the package, it is folded in half and latched together with a metal latch, opening it reveals a chess set of black and white ivory, the pieces are of the different taur races but of different classes also including the new type(100gps value)
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The others present also find gifts as well before them and stash them till later. Master Dunkirk moves over to refill Brahmah's stein. "Master Brahmah...that is the name that I heard used I hope...you may have the use of my large room for as long as you like." He tries to keep his voice free of emotion but it is obvious that he is honored to let you stay. "What you have done for these ladies as well as for my bar...please stay as long as you need." Catching a hint of doubt maybe forming in the man's mind before him he quickly adds. "Please take it as a gift from me...free...you have saved me much this day."
Toros Tuesday December 28th, 2004 3:02:43 AM
Toros tries his presents on himself and he is very happy to see the exact fit for his taur frame. Once again he recalls Orto with appreciation.
Gecktar Tuesday December 28th, 2004 4:01:18 AM
Gecktar face is illuminated with a smile as he discovers the bag and all that is inside. He has already seen much healer's materials but this one seems to be the finest he ever see.
And a warm though overhelm his entire person as this should be a symbol Domi sends him. Something to heal those in need and those hurt by the war leaded by the Dark One.
Gecktar is pleased with his gift and savour the pasties that come along with the package, carefully storing his gift in his magical bag.
Flat-top Tuesday December 28th, 2004 9:36:18 AM
Flat-top picks up his ivory stein, he rubs his hands all over it. his heart grows five time bigger, as he look at th carvings on it. The minotaurs, the weimick, the liontaur and the Centaurs. But there on one side there was a taur that he had never seen before. 'Hmmm! Look like we are going to expand?"
Flat-top will ask Master Dunkirk, "Please could I have a little bit of ale in my new stein? and if there any fixing up to do on this Tavern, just let me know. I'll help!"
Zeoll Tuesday December 28th, 2004 5:22:54 PM
The bard is very well pleased with his instrument, and immediately begins strumming it.
"Doesn't this sound grreat?" he asks.
Brahmah (75/83 hps) Tuesday December 28th, 2004 5:24:17 PM
"Thank you Master Dunkirk, your truly a great keeper of men. I do think... I'll take leave... for that room now." Picking up his gift and a room key, the staggering minotaur lumbers to his new room. Closes the door. Locks it. And sleeps through the evening and into the next day.
Kanchana Tuesday December 28th, 2004 7:09:56 PM
Kanchana admires the light green leather bag, with the ivy and leaf pattern tooled into it. She looks through the large assortment of herbalist tools and makes a mental inventory of the different uses for the tools. She feels that she is one step closer to one of her life goals. The druidess looks over the other Chosen again, and decides that sleep will do them good for now. She will administer any healing in the morning if it seems necessary. Kanchana slings her new herbalist kit-bag over her shoulder. She stands and leaves the bar fairly quietly. She gets her dinner at the roadside cafe she saw earlier. Kanchana considers sleeping out in the orchard for the night, but because the area is unfamiliar to her she will try to get a room in the pub where the fight was. When she returns to the pub later; and hopefully procures a room, she will keep to herself until she can tell whether or not the others are upset with her or not. She will order a large glass of wine and slowly sip it while watching the locals. If Kanchana is given the opportunity she will happily join in any discussions about nature related topics. She will not ignore any of the Chosen if they decide to talk with her.
Zeoll (illegal second post) Wednesday December 29th, 2004 12:19:01 AM
Not particularly tired, Zeoll sits with Kanchana and talks about herbal lore and the plants that grow on Wemic Isle. The gifts from the magical gnome are very fine, but they put Zeoll in mind of gifts he got and gave in his youth, and it makes him homesick for his native island.
He strums an old liontaur tune that Kanchana might recognize, and converses with her in their mother tongue.
"We have been running and fighting and running," he says to her in Wemic, "so I'm glad of the chance to just reflect and talk and remember."
(His usual Wemic accent is, of course, absent when he speaks in Wemic.)
Flat-top Wednesday December 29th, 2004 7:50:41 AM
Flat-top drinks from his stein (He fell in love with once he open his package), But watches the room anyway. He notices that Kanchana leaving the Tavern, (he still has about 20 or so of healing to go) but his heart brakes when she will not even come to healed him. He also notice that Brahmah is not walking a strait line and going up to the large room. "If you'll excuse me, I think I'll go and lean on the wall for a good night sleep. Good evening to all you pretty females!"
Flat-top goes up to the large room, BUT it's lock. There only one thing to do, so back to the table he goes. Up to Kale and ask him for a favor "Friend Kale! Could I impose on you to unlock the door to our room? Brahmah lock us out!"
Gecktar Wednesday December 29th, 2004 8:35:23 AM
Gecktar stay a while, taking a mael and some drink. Sitting near the fireplace and taking some rest trying empty his head of all dark thoughts he had.
He appreciates the moment of calm and will talk with any Chosen that stay in the tavern with him.
Brahmah (75/83 hps) Wednesday December 29th, 2004 10:50:36 AM
"Zzzzz...." "Burp..." "*mumble, mumble*"
A Quick Synopsis. (DM Jim) Wednesday December 29th, 2004 6:29:30 PM
The rest of the night is taken in by each member of The Chosen in thier own way.
Kanchana finds the bistro to serve a lovely late supper that more than meets he satisfaction and then Zeoll joins her to talk through most of the night.
Brahmah goes off to sleep off his little stupor and locks the door behind him.
Flat-top goes off to go to sleep himself but ends up having to inquire with Kale if he can unlock the room so he can sleep as well.
Gecktar finds himself near the fire thinking and letting his dark thoughts float away.
Toros slips off to a corner as well and finds himself fallen asleep in the chair that he reclined in.
Solgrin falls deep into his studies and contemplation of what to do with his newfound membership.
Leets had been having a good bite to eat with a little bit of drink, when he could feel sleep creeping up. He also falls asleep in a standing position at the table he is at.
Kale looks up as Flat-top comes back in looking for his help. Finding nothing better to do and not wanting to get rusty he quickly agrees to the lock opening plan. He makes quick work of the lock on the door and lets Flat-top in.
As the night wears on all of the group finally find rest and relaxation as they seek solstice in their dreams. This night they all dream of the smiling face of Domi, looking down on them and seeming to cover them in his loving hands.
Flat-top Thursday December 30th, 2004 5:18:50 AM
Flat-top tell Kale, "Your a good friend Kale! I hope I didn't disturburp your date with the first mate??" Flat-top watches Kale as he walk away (Red Face).
The center enters the room and the noise is very loud, so he picks up two pillows and ties then to his ears. Flat-top leans on the far wall, falls asleep, dreaming of Domi.
Kanchana d8+2=5 d8+2=9 Thursday December 30th, 2004 10:35:08 AM
Kanchana will eventually get off to bed late during the night. She is happy for Zeoll's conversation though.
Inspite of a late night she will get up very early and go visit the city guard. She will ask the on-duty officer about the brawl yesterday and try and find out who started it. Hopefully she will be back in time to be at the inn/pub before the others even get up in the morning. She will wait for Flat-top.
Kanchana will have hot tea and some sort of light breakfast as soon as the kitchen is open for the morning. The druidess is not happy about the dream; even if the Fatherly love feeling was nice, but the dream left her feeling cheated of the answers she is seeking. Kanchana also is worried since Mother Wold hasn't even had any answers for her. She feels very much alone in the Wold this morning.
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If Flat-top will even speak to her in the morning she will tell him why she didn't have much to do with the others; and himself, last night. She will explain that she was certain that everyone was still upset with her - she also tells him that because no one even asked her for healing that she thought that proved her right. Then Zeoll stayed up to talk with her and that changed her mind about things.
Kanchana continues to explain that she didn't offer to heal anyone since maybe sleep would help. She will look Flat-top up and down and then add that it appears she was wrong about that too. She apologizes to Flat-top for not asking him if he wanted her help last night; she will not apologize for anything else. Finally she asks him if he would like her to heal him now. If he says yes she will take out one of her healing wands and heal Flat-top. She will use the wand twice since Flat-top really does look injured. Kanchana will absolutely; under no circumstances, mention that the words he used when he defended Brahmah's leadership during the confusion actually hurt her.
(Wand CLW 5, 9)
Brahmah(82/83 hps) Thursday December 30th, 2004 5:46:08 PM
(Healed during the night, naturally)
The leader of the Chosen wakes in the morning, none-the-worse for ware, does excercises and wanders down for breakfast.
His mood is somber this morning.
Solgrin Thursday December 30th, 2004 7:13:57 PM
Solgrin spends the first couple of hours resting. After resting Solgrin heads down and gets cleaned up. Solgrin leaves a message with the innkeeper for the Chosen telling them that he is at the library and then heads back to the guild library to do some research.
The Following Day. (DM Jim) Thursday December 30th, 2004 11:10:34 PM
The Chosen wake up in the places that they fell asleep and wander down to breakfast that the tavern master has prepared.
Kanchana finds out from both the guards and then from Master Dunkirk, the owner of the tavern, that The Chosen had nothing to do with the fight. They had actually been attacked for no reason and came to the aid of Captain Lira.
It is starting to get later in the morning when the tavern door is pushed open by a young man in his late teens. He looks around the bar and then makes his way to Master Dunkirk. "Sir...I was told by the Priest of Domi that I would find The Chosen here??" He holds out his hand that contains a scroll case, still sealed and he shakes a little. "I have this for them from the Royal Library of Plateau City." He looks around the bar again at all the taurs and swallow hard as he thinks these maybe the group he seeks but is afraid to ask.
Everyone notices that Solgrin is absent from the bar, but Master Dunkirk has not said anything yet. He is rather busy getting his special guests some breakfast. He points to Brahmah as he takes a seat and motions a serving girl over to him. "That would be thier leader boy...talk to him and take this with you." He hands the boy a large ale and sends him over to Brahmah's table.
The boy slowly approaches and lays the mug before the minotaur. "Sir...I have a letter for your group from the leading historians of Plateau City's Royal Library." He holds out the scroll as he cuts a bow to the leader of The Chosen.
Zeoll Thursday December 30th, 2004 11:46:06 PM
[OOC: Oops! Sorry I forgot to post yesterday! d'oh!]
Zeoll watches the messenger with interest. That reminds him. He asks Kale to write a short note to their new friend, Tash of South Harbor. Then the liontaur uses his Animal Messenger spell to send it to her.
He wonders what Brahmah will make of the scroll. Zeoll casts a quick Detect Magic Cantrip on it and the messenger. He warns Brahamah that it is magic if it is.
Flat-top Friday December 31st, 2004 8:49:30 AM
Flat-top comes down to eat before he is to do some repair work for Master Dunkirk, when he sees Kanchana sitting alone. She look a little sad, so he goes over to her, asking "My Dear Kitten, I know your mad at me right now, is it because I was in a fight last evening? those four men hit me from behind, the others were beating up two women just because they sailed a ship. So I did what ever was to be done.
But My Dear Kitten, you left me here to bleed. Ask you Mother Earth if what I did was wrong. I'm sorry if you disaprove, but you must understand, I'm a fighter and my job is to keep you and all magic users safe from the enemy, even if it cost me my life.
When was it that you seen me start a fight, and don't tell me about the red wyrms. We my Dear, was fighting for our lives. And there were nine of us and only four of those Devils. I don't start fight! I finish them!
I still hurt but I will not bother you. But you'll always have a part of my heart." "Master Dunkirk! Chosen Kanchana's meal will be on my tab, please!"
Flat-top starts to go away (with a very heavy heart) when the rest of the Chosen show up. "Well how do we feel this morning!"
Kanchana (OOC) Friday December 31st, 2004 10:07:38 AM
((Ceil, did you read my previous post? Kanchana and Flat-top are talking past one another...)) :D
Kanchana Friday December 31st, 2004 10:33:59 AM
Kanchana listens to Flat-top's reply and realizes with a start that they are talking past one another.
"You didn't ask for any help from me. I didn't think you wanted it... any of you. No one asked for anything of me. For all I knew everyone still wanted me gone or worst." She replies shocked, and saddened.
"Last night you were all drinking, and I was not about to disrupt that when I wasn't asked to - *a pause* - when I wasn't wnated... I was completely ignored. So I left, rather than provoking any new arguments..." Kanchana speaks shakily and slowly, choking back a beginning 'lump in her throat'.
Kanchana will still heal Flat-top (see previous rolls) whether he wants it or not. That at least she can; and will, do.
"You aren't bothering me, nor does healing anyone cause me a burden," she says quietly.
After this she will not make any moves to stop Flat-top from leaving. The druidess doesn't want another fight; she is still in some turmoil after the aftermath of the last one.
Zeoll Friday December 31st, 2004 11:05:11 AM
Zeoll overhears what is going on and decides to be a busy-body. He goes up to Flat-top and says, "Flat-top, Kanchana is yourr frriend, you know. She is not mad at you (too much). She just feels ignorred and hurrt a little. Be sweet to herr, say only nice things, and make herr feel needed. Then she will be happy."
A little while later the liontaur approaches Kanchana. "Hey," he whispers to her in Wemic, "don't mind Flat-top. His heart is in the right place, but he is a little thoughtless and can't see the forest for the trees. You know he thinks the world of you, and says hurtful things only when his mouth runs away from his head. And since his head is a little slow, that happens a bit more than it should! Just ignore those times and know that he doesn't mean it."
Brahmah Friday December 31st, 2004 4:57:30 PM
Brahmah tips the boy a couple silver and reads the letter and drinks.
Flat-Top(second Post) Friday December 31st, 2004 6:39:55 PM
After Zeoll talk some sence into Flat-top, the centaur replies "I know you right, I got got a beating and a little foggie in the head, Zeoll I never saw her, but I wish she had stayed and hit me with the wand a couple of time."
Flat-top turns and goes to Kanchana, He bends and whispers in her ear. "Want to Cha cha with me??" Yell at Zeoll "Play us a little tune, would you Please??"
OOC: Yes I did read, but Flat-top was a little busy and never saw you. (He also had a black eye, whitch goes along with his pie-bald coat)
Kanchana (2nd post) Friday December 31st, 2004 7:43:05 PM
Kanchana smiles her thanks to Zeoll for sharing his wisdom with her.
Then Flat-top makes her an offer she will not refuse. Kanchana takes less than a second to answer Flat-top. With a huge smile she answers:
"I would love to cha cha with you!"
Kanchana happily, and eagerly offers Flat-top her hand, and follows him out to dance. Her heart feels almost light as a feather now that she feels 'valued' again.
((OOC: Happy New Year every one!)) :)
The Letter. (DM Jim) Friday December 31st, 2004 8:21:15 PM
It seems that the group is coming to terms with what is going on with them, for the most part. A misunderstanding is averted by the ever helpful Zeoll and his helpful wisdom.
The boy takes the silver with a smile and then takes a seat at the table as he looks to the food. "Sir...you think I may have a little bit of breakfast too?" He slips the silver into a pocket and smiles at Brahmah with a little bit of hero worship.
Zeoll finds no magic around the case or the parchment that is pulled out of the tube. He has a curiuosity about the letter but figures that Brahmah will give them the order when he is ready.
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The letter reads as follows:
Dear Chosen Leader,
Our page has delivered this letter to you as we have gotten word of your groups arrival in South Harbor. You presence is requested in Plateau City at the Royal Library at your earliest convenience. We are the researchers and chroniclers of Taur History for the Taur Islands and all taur kind.
The good priest of Domi in South Harbor alerted us of your presence there and we have a story that you must hear from the old chronicles. We believe that it is directly related to the dreams that the priest has been having. We fear for all the Wold as well as the Taur Islands. We also feel that your group is the only one that can combat this evil as all "The Chosen" have over the year.
The young page before you will bring your group back to Plateau City, but it will be a six day travel as no transportation is moving at this time. We eagerly await your arrival and hope to answer at least some of the questions that you may have.
Taurian Royal Historians
Brahmah Friday December 31st, 2004 11:46:10 PM
"Chosen, it seems our presence is requested in Plateau City."
He stands up, goes to his room and packs his gear. He soon returns with his pack and waits for the rest. "Sooner we head out, the better. It'll take six days to get there. There is no for of transport that can get us there."
(Is the page boy around?)
Flat-top Saturday January 1st, 2005 8:06:46 AM
Flat-top has Kanchana in his arm, his hooves are goibg every witch way to the rythem of the song. The centaurs head come in close to hers and his lips are about to touch. When Brahmah yells "Choosen! present is requested in Plateau City."
Flat-top, with his eyes closed, tell her those words once more. "Sorry! Kitten! Duty calls." He hates to leave her side, but he has to pack his saddle bags.
Finally as he asend the stairs, he is heard mumblering all the way up the stairs, "Could not wait a few more minuts, NO! you have to give ship out orders!"
Kanchana Saturday January 1st, 2005 2:42:31 PM
Kanchana is really enjoying the dancing. She was just about to kiss him as well when Brahmah calls out that the Chosen need to leave South Harbour. Kanchana sighs after Flat-top says duty calls. She is left standing there with her eyes looking to the Heavens, and mumbling something unintelligable about duty and filthy, thrice cursed cities.
Kanchana follows Flat-top up the stairs at a distance, she just mangages a smile at his mumbling. She only hears the NO! very clearly. The druidess will collect her gear and be ready to leave in a matter of minutes. She is absolutely not looking forward to going to Plateau City.
When she returns to the tap room she asks Brahmah if they will be travelling over land for once. Kanchana absolutely hopes so.
Ammendment. (DM Jim) Saturday January 1st, 2005 6:11:20 PM
The page is still in the tavern as he sat down at Brahmah's table and inquired about some breakfast.
The only route to Plateau City is across land, so yes you will be traveling by land. :)
Brahmah Saturday January 1st, 2005 10:11:12 PM
Brahmah just smirks and shakes his head at Flat-top and Kanchana.
Knowing that Kanchana is looking forward to the wild, he says. "Kanchana, we have six days in the wild, foot travel, to Plateau City. We will need our Warden to be on her paws." He smiles at the druidess.
"We will have our young guide. Domi will watch over him. Gecktar and Toros, the young human is your charge." Says the Captain. "Keep him safe."
Kale Sunday January 2nd, 2005 9:07:48 AM
after hearing Braham's announcement, Kale goes up and gets his gear without a word. then he comes back down and waits for the others to get ready.
Zeoll d20+5=25 Sunday January 2nd, 2005 7:35:49 PM
Zeoll tries to rememebr his bardic lore, with great success (Nat 20!).
He asks the page, "I thought therre werre elevatorrs going up the plateaus? Arre they not worrking?"
He tries to recall what he can about the trip to come.
Toros Sunday January 2nd, 2005 11:39:56 PM
Brahmah's calling his name awakes Toros from his thoughts about the news that the page boy brought to the Chosen. Surprised with Captain's calling for order, Toros nods his head without making comment. He also expects some response from Gecktar and the "young human", before he positions himself.
Leets Monday January 3rd, 2005 3:50:44 AM
The Centaur Paladin was once more surprised by his gift. And even more than the year before...I gladly welcomes the obsidian statuette, and will use it as he prays Domi and thanks him for this gift...
When the news arrive that the Chosen have to leave for Plateau City, Leets looks really glad.
"Oh! At least somebody wants to see us for another reason than killing us! Those are good news!"
"And I would be very interested in reading some of those scriptures!"
Flat-top Monday January 3rd, 2005 7:16:06 AM
Flat-top pack up with the speed of a Royal Marine Guard, out the big room he goes (ready for action). As he passes Kanchana in the hallway, he whispers 'I owe you one kiss, and you owe me a kiss' he winks at her 'That my dear, makes two kisses!' then down the stairs he goes.
Kanchana Monday January 3rd, 2005 3:07:47 PM
Kanchana smiles widely at Flat-top.
"Only two?" she whispers playfully.
Not too long after Flat-top Kanchana will come back down to the taproom. She will listen to what Brahmah says, and will look extremely pleased that they will be travelling over land.
"Brahmah, I will finally be back in my element. With the new Herbalist kit I received I should be able to study and catalogue many new, useful plants - many even find a few new non-magical cures. No worries about me not being 'on my paws'."
The Warden almost has a dreamy look about her. She is still smiling widely.
"I will do what I can to help guide us through the wilderlands. The Great Mother and Father will see us safe through our tasks as always."
Kanchana does not mention how little she is looking forward to the city they will be travelling to.
"Does anyone need any healing before we depart?"
Solgrin Monday January 3rd, 2005 5:58:42 PM
Solgrin will return to the inn where the other Chosen are. Once back Solgrin will gather his equipment, then head back down to the main room and get something to eat.
Zeoll Monday January 3rd, 2005 7:26:18 PM
Zeoll brings Solgrin up to date on the page and the summons to Plateau City.
Brahmah Monday January 3rd, 2005 8:31:23 PM
Happy to see that most of the Chosen are happy about the trip, he asks Master Dunkirk one favor. "Dunkirk, my new friend, would you have any day-old bread or food stuffs that we can take along? We'll except anything your willing to part with. Salt pork, veggies, dried goods? Oh yes, and some ale or wine?!" Smiles the minotaur. "I'm running low of supplies, we're running low I should say."
The Assistance. (DM Jim) Monday January 3rd, 2005 10:34:27 PM
The page looks up as he is mentioned and swallows the mouthful of food that he had. "It would be an honor to guide you...well, actaully I have to anyways." He goes back to eating his fill of the breakfast that was layed out on the table.
The group goes about getting themselves ready for a little trip overland. Zeoll brings up the elevators only to find out that they are out of operation at the moment with bandits hitting them often lately.
Brahmah asks Master Dunkirk for any foodstuffs that he can spare for the group as they are running low on those types of items. Master Dunkirk smiles as he looks to Brahmah and motions to one of his serving girls. "Make sure to have a large sack of dried bacon, dried fruits and some bread for these good people ready for when they leave." Soon a big sack is ready for the group but it is obvious that it will only last maybe two days with all of them needing to eat.
If all works out the group should be ready to move out at about eleven.
Brahmah Tuesday January 4th, 2005 6:45:57 AM
This morning Brahmah will have prepared endure elements.
"Thank you Master Dunkirk, this will be of use on our journey."
Brahmah realizes that the page hadn't told them his name. "Lad, what is your name?! We can't just call you 'The Page' or 'The Guide' or 'Hey you!', during the entire trip!" He extends a massive hand for a hand shake from the boy.
He looks at Kanchana. "I could use a small bit of healing." He has a tiny bruise on a cheek that needs tending. (down one hit point. ;))
"Can anyone think anything that we might need for the trip? It is six long days."
"Why is there no transport available to the City? Is the road being ambushed? Perhaps a ban on magic in the area? Why travel on foot?" He asks their young guide.
(OOC: I suggest that we prepare water, food and anti-poison type spells (and any travel type spells if we have them available to us) for the trip to the Plateau City.)
Flat-top Tuesday January 4th, 2005 6:52:42 AM
Flat-top almost goes back up the stairs, when he heard Kanchana comment, But his stomack speaks to him "Rumbles.. Forget kisses .. Rumble.. Feed me .. Rumble"
Flat-top hurries to the table, and there is the boy eating every thing that does not move. The center ask, "Don't they feed you where you come from??.
Kanchana d20+12=22 Tuesday January 4th, 2005 4:39:46 PM
Kanchana uses her skills as a healer to look over what injuries Brahmah has left - just a bruise it seems. She applies an herbal ointment to the injury. Unlike her insect repellent this ointment actually smells nice.
"That should help," she says to Brahmah with a small smile.
"I can more than likely find just about anything we need by way of medicines, foodstuffs and water. Camping gear? Does everyone have what they need to live away from inns and such?"
Kanchana is of course prepared for camping and such things herself.
(Heal check 22)
Solgrin Tuesday January 4th, 2005 5:47:59 PM
Solgrin finishes up with gathering his gear then takes it down to where the others are and waits for the rest of the Chosen.
Toros Tuesday January 4th, 2005 8:35:28 PM
Toros introduces himself to the page boy, and says "If you need anything please do not hesitate to ask" with a warm smile.
Then he also starts getting ready for the trip. Checking his gear, he puts his anti-poison potion into an easy-to-access place.
"Lets go!!"
The Dirt Road. (DM Jim) Tuesday January 4th, 2005 9:53:50 PM
The young page looks up and swallows the food in his mouth, lets gives a big smile. "Yeah they feed me...but I seem to be always hungry." He takes a bite of bread and washes it down with some juice as he listens to the group talk. As he is addressed he stops and pushes away the plate, rubbing his tummy. "Sorry...my name is Mikal." He takes the big taurs hand and shakes it. You notice that the young boy has a firm grip and hands that have seen hard work. "Right now those traveling the roads only do it in large groups...bandits have been hitting travelers. But no caravans are leaving for Plateau City until the end of next week and I gather that this talk is most important." He looks to the taurs and then breaks out laughing. "I am sorry...I just tried picturing some of you riding a horse or the like...though I suppose we could get a wagon of some size to use." He ponders the idea and shakes his head as he thinks it might not be a bad idea as he rubs his right foot. "I could see about one?" With a smile at Toros the boy nods his head. "That is usually my line." He laughs a little as he lets the thought sink in.
It is fast approaching eleven and the group is outside of town getting ready to go. You notice that the young page is now carrying a shortsword at his side as well as a dagger. A closer look will reveal some armor under his overcoat, chainmail from the looks and good quality.
A young girl is waiting for the group at the outskirts of town as well. She moves forward with a basket in her arms and a big smile upon her face. She moves slowly towards Kanchana eyeing the rest of the group with interest and a little fear. When she reaches Kanchana she smiles and lays the basket down as she grabs Kanchana in a big hug. "Thank you very much ma'am...I don't know what you said to him...but he asked me to marry him." She beams with pride as she shows off a small silver ring that is around her finger. With a last thought she indicates the basket and looks back up. "These apples are for you and your friends...please be safe." She gives Kanchana another hug and then moves off, leaving the basket on the ground at your feet.
A long dirt road stretches out before you with open areas as well as trees and bushes. Much of the land is wide open which makes you a little nervous but also makes tactical sense as you can see in all directions.
What about the wagon? Or walking? basket - 30 apples
Kale Tuesday January 4th, 2005 9:55:59 PM
Kale paces back and forth, then says "If we're going to go, lets go. Im tired of being in this filthy city."
Zeoll Tuesday January 4th, 2005 11:42:06 PM
Zeoll sends a message bird to his new friend Tash, and then gets ready to go. He's with Kale. Time to move out. Walking is fine.
Flat-top Wednesday January 5th, 2005 3:38:59 AM
Flat-top steps aside so not to step on Crock, trotting over to Page Mikal, "My we do look nice today! I'll be carrying you on the way. Hop on my back and hold on!."
Flat-top is ready.
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday January 5th, 2005 3:42:05 AM
Out of the Tallest tree, Flies a golden eagle. She swoop down and lands on Brahmah shoulder. Sitting there like a grand old lady.
Leets Wednesday January 5th, 2005 3:42:10 AM
In the morning, Leets will pray before his whole new obsidian statuette, so that Domi offers the Chosen a quiet trip...He will carefully pack the statuette, and will also bring bread and fresh water.
"Aaah! At least some opened sky and road! I was beginign to have needeles in my hooves!"
(Prepared spells: Create Water, Detect Poison)
Managran(ceil) Wednesday January 5th, 2005 3:46:50 AM
Managran pops in behind Leets with a big red bowl (he received on Gift giving day), he has this bowl in his mouth and is trotting behind his master.
Roz(ceil) Wednesday January 5th, 2005 3:52:22 AM
Roz is curled around Solgum's neck and hidden under his hair. She is still humming at the only egg she has left. "Hmmmm!"(the egg is in her claws)
Elder(ceil) Wednesday January 5th, 2005 3:56:54 AM
Elder pokes his head out of his pouch (his little nest) to see what all the fuse is all about, looks aroung, then duck back into hes cozy nest falling back to sleep.
Croc(ceil) Wednesday January 5th, 2005 4:00:33 AM
Croc follows Zeol every where his master goes. this is so new traveling this way, the crock is worried that he will not be able to walks or crawl all the way??
Kanchana Wednesday January 5th, 2005 4:38:49 AM
Kanchana recognizes the young lady. The druidess smiles to her in greeting, and is suddenly finding herself hugged several times. Being courteous Kanchana gives the young lady a gentle hug in return. She admires the silver ring when it is shown to her.
"May Mother Wold continue to give you both her blessings and many happy years together," Kanchana makes one of the many signs of 'blessing' for the young lady's benefit.
"I advised your betrothed to follow his heart," Kanchana tells her, pride at her advice being taken is evident. Kanchana is practically glowing with pride and joy.
"Thank you very much for the basket of apples. They will be much appreciated on our journey."
Kanchana was about to give the young lady a nod of her head in thanks but Millie (?) has already begun to leave. The Warden simply smiles, very pleased with the outcome of that unexpected chance encounter in the orchard.
Kanchana picks up the basket of apples and begins to walk with deliberate slowness away from the town on the road the Chosen need to take. She is giving the others time to get moving, otherwise they could be here half the day taking care of farewells, logistics and such.
Kanchana would rather not have a wagon along, but will stay out of that debate unless directly asked for her input.
Kale Wednesday January 5th, 2005 6:51:12 AM
not liking the way that Mykal laughed at his companions, Kale says "We dont need to use a wagon. Us taurs are not lazy like humans. We're not afraid of a little walk."
Toros Wednesday January 5th, 2005 7:50:43 PM
Before they set off Toros realizes that he forgets something, and makes his prayers to his Gods; then hurries to catch the others.
Brahmah Wednesday January 5th, 2005 7:58:49 PM
(prepared endure elements)
Brahmah just stares at the girl with the apples, not understanding the backstory that goes along with it. He grabs an apple from the basket and tosses one to each person in the group, including Flat-top to stop his tummy-rumblins. "We eat when the opportunity presents itself."
"Yes, a wagon might be handy. As for horses, if you wish, you can get one Mikal."
Accosted by Wolves
The Red Dirt Road. (DM Jim) Wednesday January 5th, 2005 8:50:31 PM
Mikal looks to Kale and shakes his head as he laughs some more. "You will be surprised to know that I walked here by myself." He goes into no details as to how he came to be able to do that. He just nods to Brahmah and makes off to get a wagon. He soon returns with a rather large wagon drawn by six mules. "I think that this will do for the purpose of this journey." With that said he starts out on the dirt road that lays before them.
The time reaches noon and the group has been making fairly good time on the road. Mikal keeps glancing around as if expecting to be ambushed at any moment and you will notice that he keeps hands near his weapons. If you did not know better you would think he was a seasoned warrior.
Zeoll d20+8=22 Thursday January 6th, 2005 12:40:11 AM
With Croc at his side, Zeoll walks along. He sees that the small two-legger is nervous, so Zeoll keeps his eyes open too. [Spot 22]
Solgrin d20+2=5 d20+2=12 Thursday January 6th, 2005 1:32:20 AM
Solgrin lightly scratches the chin on Rozca then shoulders his pack and checks to make sure his weapons are in place. Solgrin then heads off following Mikal while keeping towards the middle of the group as the Chosen travels along. ****** listen - 5 spot - 12 ******
Kanchana d20+3=4 d20+5=8 d20+4=7 Thursday January 6th, 2005 1:33:19 AM
Kanchana doesn't walk on the road she walks parallell to the others but in the woods off to the side instead. Because she is a druid of some skill the forest is easy to walk through for her; even brambles and such things (Woodland Stride). The Warden leaves no trace of her passing through the forest either (Trackless Step).
Kanchana doesn't want to be too close to the bandit magnet (read: the wagon). She pays attention to her surroundings; supposed to be searching for the afore-mentioned bandits. But Kanchana is easily distracted - she is too happy to be back in the forest and is instead looking at all the plants she passes.
Toros d20=17 d20=14 Thursday January 6th, 2005 2:26:08 AM
Toros also concentrates his attention on the surroundings, walking close to Mikal. (spot 17+3=20, listen 14+4=18)Intitively his hands go to his whip (draws the weapon) and readies to use it against any hostility that targets the page boy.
Brahmah d20+7=11 d20+8=27 d20+8=13 d20+4=12 d20+10=26 d20+7=26 Thursday January 6th, 2005 3:37:59 AM
Brahmah asks Pah'caw to take to the air to see what she can see. (Ceil, please roll for her Spot check)
What vegetation is about? Trees? Grass? Shrubs?
Brahmah is also of the notion that an ambush is imminent. (Listen 11, Spot 27) He remains alert. He also realizes that perhaps the guide could be a plant into the group to see what weaknesses they might have. The minotaur makes a point to descretely tell the other this too and not to tell the young man much. 'Marteus knows no bounds.' He will tell them.
(Knowledge nature 13, Search 12, Survival to avoid hazards 26 and to track, +2 for humans, +4 for centaurs, Knowledge geography 26)
Flat-top d20+4=23 Thursday January 6th, 2005 9:06:13 AM
Flat-top does not like the idea of a wagon, But when this Page comes back wit a Big wagon with six mules? This center is getting suspious.
As Solgrin and Leets are trotting next to him, Flat-top speaks to the both of them "I really don't trust a boy who woun't ride a Centaur, but want to get a wagon big enough to put bodies of Taurs in it? If that boy is seventeen I'll eat my shirt! Just watch him."
Flat-top will watch the boy closely.
Serch or watch 23.
Kale d20+7=19 Thursday January 6th, 2005 9:35:49 AM
the only word that Kale responds to the boy's answer is "So?" then takes his normal position ahead of the group and scouts for trouble(spot check of 19)
Paw'caw(Ceil) d20+15=32 Thursday January 6th, 2005 9:46:19 AM
Paw'caw scratches her head on Brahmah's horn, but when he ask her to fly and see that it everything is quiet,
She knows her duty, She takes to the sky, doing her lazy eight patern in the sky.
Spot 32
Rozca(Ceil) Thursday January 6th, 2005 9:50:30 AM
Rozca loves to be scratch, so she hums in waves. "HMMMmmmMMMmmmMMM"
She is still has that egg in her claw, but it has grown a little??
Managram(Ceil) Thursday January 6th, 2005 9:52:33 AM
Managram follows Leets. Not liking the smelly mules.
Elder(Ceil) Thursday January 6th, 2005 9:55:00 AM
Elder sleep on in a very cozy nest, his tummy is full and the rocking motion keep him in slumber land,
Crock(Ceil) Thursday January 6th, 2005 9:57:11 AM
Crock don't like all this walking and no water. All he want now is a ride in the wagon.
Leets Thursday January 6th, 2005 11:06:13 AM
Leets smiles at Flat-Top:
"Always doubtful about humans, my old friend...They can behave strangely, but I don't think this one would turn bad agaisnt us..."
"Let's enjoy this little trip!"
The Nights Rest. (DM Jim) d100=72 d100=40 d20+5=7 d20+5=8 d20+5=8 d20+10=27 d20+10=12 Thursday January 6th, 2005 10:40:15 PM
Lunch comes and goes with the group eating on the move. Mikal keeps up his visual of the surrounding area, as the group starts to have a few doubts about their guide. All that is spotted along the road as you travel are three rabbits that look up and then scamper away as you approach and a deer, a large male.
True to his word Mikal leads the groups straight and true as the sun begins to dip in the sky. Ahead is a clearing off to the side of the road surrounded by some boulders and shrubs, what would appear to be an ideal place for a camp or ambush. The day is fast waneing and supper is approaching as the group feels a little weary.
The road is lined with spotted trees, shrubs and large boulders. These would make perfect areas to spring an ambush from but the group has made it through this first day without incident.
Brahmah Friday January 7th, 2005 1:11:05 AM
"Time to make camp." Suggests the Captain. "...of course, unless our guide has a better suggestion."
Flat-top Friday January 7th, 2005 8:13:20 AM
Flat-top look around, then ask "Here?? Captain?? Are you sure that this place is your idea and not the Page Guide??". He trots around, looking behind shrubs and Boulders.
Then tell Brahmah, "Captain, I'll take first watch!"
Paw-caw(Ceil) Friday January 7th, 2005 8:15:46 AM
She flies into a tall tree and prepares to go to sleep.
Managram(Ceil) Friday January 7th, 2005 8:17:42 AM
Managram Begs Leets for a bit to eat, maybe a bone with meat on it??
Roz(Ceil) Friday January 7th, 2005 8:21:39 AM
Roz for the first time in a while, will come out from her place around Solgum's neck and place her precious egg in his hand. She'll fly off to catch some food.
Elder(Ceil) Friday January 7th, 2005 8:26:08 AM
Out of his nest pop the weasel head, look around. He is wide awake and wat to nose around, so out of the pouch he goes from taur to taur, sniffing and poking his nose here and there. He does not even know what he's looking for? But once he find it, IT will be good.
Croc(Ceil) Friday January 7th, 2005 8:29:39 AM
The allegator looks around for a nice warm spot by the fire (and the Cooking pot). If anything drops on the ground, It's His!.
Kale d20+8=23 d20+8=27 d20+3=22 d20+10=11 Friday January 7th, 2005 9:46:45 AM
"Ill look around and see if its safe." Kale says, then dissappears into the woods, looking for any sighns of an ambush(move silently check of 23, spot check of 27, listen check of 22, search check of 11)
Solgrin d20+2=20 d20+2=16 Friday January 7th, 2005 4:23:44 PM
Solgrin accepts the egg from Rozca. Solgrin then helps setup camp with the others. Solgrin tells Brahmah "I don't need more than a couple hours rest. I can help out with the watches during the night."
**** spot 20 listen 16 ****
Kanchana d20+3=19 d20+5=24 d20+4=15 d20+15=25 Friday January 7th, 2005 5:30:24 PM
"Do not chop down any trees, we will use wind fall first. I am going to gather dead wood for the camp fire."
Kanchana will go and gather dead wood for the fire. She will keep her eyes and ears open for any sounds not coming from the Chosen that sound out of place in the forest. She looks for any tracks not belonging to Taurs or the guide.
(Search 19, Spot 24, Listen 15, Survival 25)
Toros d20=14 d20=12 Friday January 7th, 2005 7:26:25 PM
A bit tired of the day Toros feels the need to have some rest, at least in order to be ready for the possibility of a long night. (spot 17, listen 16)
Zeoll Friday January 7th, 2005 9:05:49 PM
Zeoll helps Kanchana gather wood, and takes the first watch.
The First Night. (DM Jim) Saturday January 8th, 2005 6:41:42 PM
Brahmah calls a stop for camp as the night starts to sneak up on them. Mikal looks around as a comment is made about a different place and shakes his head. "This is where most caravans stop for the night...though that may not be a good thing." He once again thinks of the bandits but shrugs as he is with The Chosen.
Flat-top puts up a little bit of a fuss to begin with and the guide boy just shakes his head. He figures that it would only be natural for them to be distrustful of him...they just met him and all. Flat-top finds nothing hiding around the immediate area.
The animal companions go about thier own little business of wanting food, getting into mischief or just getting ready for the night.
Kale slips off into the surrounding area to see if he can find any signs of an ambush or the like. He finds nothing of over interest but some tracks that belong to some wild animals.
Solgrin is quick to volunteer for a watch as he only needs a few hours sleep and he wants to be of more use to the group. He does stare in wonder at the egg for a few minutes, trying to figure out when Roz could have gotten pregnant.
Kanchana slips off into the surrounding area as well, but gives a warning about not cutting down any trees. She finds plenty of dead wood laying about that she is able to collect. As she moves along she comes upon some tracks in the soft dirt of the surrounding grasslands. She mutters to herself about there being wolves around, at least she hopes they are wolves.
Toros takes the time to help in sitting up the camp but then slips to the ground as he plans to get a little rest. He yawns a couple of times as he looks to the rest, hoping that if they need his help they will ask.
Zeoll moves off with Kanchana and holds most of the firewood for her as they move around. He stops when she does and takes note of the tracks but does not know what they are. He looks to Kanchana with a quirked eyebrow.
Mikal makes himself useful around the camp as he brings some larger stones over to make a circular pit for cooking. He looks around at the others as he moves off to the wagon and takes out a cooking skillet and utensils. He also brings along some of the foodstuffs that Master Dunkirk gave to them and lays them out on the clean rocks. "I have enough stuff here to make a little wilderness mix and warm some of these biscuits one the surrounding rocks." He points back to the wagon as he gets stuff ready. "There was a large wheel of cheese and some dried fruits and nuts too." He just has to wait for firewood to get started cooking, that is if everyone trusts him enough to do it.
Let me know what the order is going to be for the watch this night and if you want to use the same one for the next night as well. Do anything that you think your character would need to do...such as any rolls or eating and getting some rest. :)
Brahmah d20+8=20 Saturday January 8th, 2005 9:59:29 PM
Brahmah suggests a cold camp. Reason being the fact that a fire would be a beacon to bandits. He ties all their food up in a nearby tree, hearing rumor from Kanchana about the animals being nearby. (Survival 20) His experience says its the safest way to avoid random animal threats.
He'll take a middle watch shift, second or third.
Flat-top Sunday January 9th, 2005 7:23:46 AM
Flat-top agrees with Kanchana, Dead dry wood is perfect for a quick camp fire. He'll volentier to take first watch, and does not need the light of the camp fire, a cold camp is best (like Brahmah said), he's not worried after all he has night vision.
He'll eat, sleep after his watch or when he get a chance, wash when they come across water. He'll march by Kanchana side(He'll be on the outside of her) or where ever Brahmah tells him to. This will be the patern that he'll follow, changes if he is ordred to.
Leets Sunday January 9th, 2005 7:53:16 AM
Leets will search for dries wood with his friend Flat-Top, looking over his shoulder to the camp from time to time...
"This looks like a quiet evening..."
"Flat-Top, what kind of news is waiting for us in the city, to your mind?"
Zeoll Sunday January 9th, 2005 9:19:43 PM
Zeoll and Croc will take first watch. They stand guard together, and are vigilant and alert.
Gecktar d20+3=5 d20+3=18 Monday January 10th, 2005 5:13:09 AM
Gecktar is proud that his captain had given him a task an will do his best to stay near Mikal. Even if Brahmah stay suspicious about humans, he agree Leets when he says that this one will not turn against them. But care is necessary as Marteus tortuous will can't be understood. So an eye on Mikal an an eye on the surrounding Gecktar helps to build the camp for the night. He will take the last watch (fourth) with Toros if his friend agrees.
(Spot 5, Listen 18)
Kanchana Monday January 10th, 2005 10:54:53 AM
Kanchana will take last watch since she prays at sunrise and will be up anyway. She will forage for some food for Ilder before joining the others at the campsite.
When she returns she tells the others,
"there are animal tracks all around here, probably wolves. Starting a fire will keep the wolves away, but possibly attract brigands or sentient creatures."
Kanchana isn't worried about wolves unless the number of tracks indicated a very large pack.
"It is probably best if no one leaves the campsite alone during the night, especially if we have no campfire."
Kanchana then takes care of her personal needs like eating, seeing that Ilder is fed and writing notes in her herbal compendrium. Her warnings given, the Warden is content that her duty to the others is done for now. She will go to bed early unless anyone intends to discuss anything she needs hear.
Kale Monday January 10th, 2005 1:42:29 PM
"There is nothing out there, though i found some animal trails that could be used by bandits." Kale says to Brahmah, then he prepares to rest the night. "Tell me which watch im on."
Paw'caw(Ceil) Monday January 10th, 2005 2:07:10 PM
Paw'caw flies to the tallest tree, and will sleep there for the night.
Managran(ceil) Monday January 10th, 2005 2:09:37 PM
Managram will either go back to his celestrial home until needed, or sleep and follow Leets.
Roz(ceil) Monday January 10th, 2005 2:24:52 PM
Roz flies off into the woods, leaving her master behind. She is gone for about fifteen minuts with a dead rat in her frount claws. She then flies to Mikel giving him the rat. Roz then flies to her master and carefuly pick up the egg, then flies back to the page.
She then deposit the egg into the young man other hand. She sits on the shoulder of Mikel humming, witch grow in sound by the minute. "Hmmmm! HMMM! HMMM!". Then the eggs crack out come a little golden wyrn just like her mother.
(Now if the startle young man feed the little dragon, she will bond with the young man and never leave him. But if he does not feed the newly hatch little dragon, she'll fly off and find other dragong like herself. DM. You make the choice as to what happens)
After the hatching Roz will go back to Solgum.
Elder(ceil) Monday January 10th, 2005 2:29:37 PM
Elder will sleep after Mama has wash him (that is not his favoret thing she does for him) and fed him. (he snors too.)
Crock(ceil) Monday January 10th, 2005 2:32:03 PM
After all that walking, Crock will eat and sleep next to Zeoll, but away fron the fire.
Flat-top Monday January 10th, 2005 2:34:58 PM
He'll fetch the water and take the first watch, but first he'll watch the hatching in the pages hand. Something he has never seen before.
Solgrin d20+2=9 d20+2=12 Monday January 10th, 2005 5:18:51 PM
Solgrin will walk slowly over to Mikal after the hatching is complete. Solgrin will tell Mikal in calm tones "talk to it gently and with love while keeping it warm. Feed it small bits of softened meat." Solgrin will quietly tell Rozca "you have a fine hatchling there." while scratching Rozca under the chin and on the top of her head.
After the camp is finished getting setup Solgrin will make some tea to drink then eat lightly. Afterwards Solgrin will settle down an sleep for about 2-3 hours then will wake up and do some studying of spells. Solgrin will help out with watch after prepairing his spells for the next day.
**** Spot 12 Listen 9 ****
Brahmah Monday January 10th, 2005 6:26:27 PM
"Maybe a small fire wouldn't be too bad, not for heat necessarily, but for a little light for the young human."
He lays down some wood. "No damp logs on the fire. Smoke would attract things." He thinks for a moment. "But it keeps away bugs, one damp log wouldn't be bad I guess." He shudders at the thought of bugs.
The Night of Terror. (DM Jim) d100=7 Monday January 10th, 2005 6:51:40 PM
Mikal nods as the comment of a cold camp is brought up and he packs away all the stuff that requires cooking. He instead breaks out the dry type rations. "So we eat the other stuff instead." He just shrugs as he takes a bite of one of the pieces of jerky and a chunk of bread.
As the night starts to set in and the group starts to talk over what was found out with the search, it is decided that a small fire would be best. Watches are assigned and each person is awakened for thier watch.
Mikal looks to the rat that is dropped in his lap and then the egg as it is placed in his hands. He shakes slightly with excitement as he listens to the little dragon hum on his shoulder. As the egg hatches he gasps and almost drops the little hatchling as he gets more excited. He looks up as Solgrin approaches and cannot keep the smile from his face. "For me?" He is quick to take up the instructions that are given to him by Solgrin as he sings a soothing lullaby that he was sung as a child, he also feeds the little hatchling a little as well.
During the watch right before the last one that night glowing eyes appear in the perimeter of the firelight. Toros shakes Gecktar as he points out to the eyes but Gecktar had already heard the low growls. A quick count puts the number at at least fourteen wolves mulling around the camp area.
Toros d20=19 d20=8 Monday January 10th, 2005 9:56:41 PM
Noticing the approaching wolves Toros tries to warn others, "Wake up! Wolves!" and waits to see how his friends will be able to react before the wolves attack....
Brahmah (AC 21, 83hp) d20+7=14 Tuesday January 11th, 2005 2:57:06 AM
(Listen of 14 to wake up) (not wearing buckler)
Brahmah wakes(hopefully) at the warning of wolves.
He stands (move action) and draws his Falchion and kukri (standard action) moving toward the nearest wolf. "Chosen!"
Gecktar Tuesday January 11th, 2005 3:54:08 AM
Gecktar's senses are alert. He firmly take his weapon and shield, and with slow moves goes to wake up Kanchana and Zeoll. As he knows, they are those that know the best all animals roaming on the Wold.
He then take his place near the young human to protect him.
"Mikal, Mikal... wake up..." he says "Stay near to me so I can protect you. Come close to the fire because usually animals fear it"
Brahmah (AC 21, 83hp) d20+5=18 Tuesday January 11th, 2005 4:21:03 AM
OOC: Forgot to roll for Wild Empathy 18, to determine what the wolves demeanor are.
Zeoll (AC16, HP46) d20+8=16 Tuesday January 11th, 2005 5:36:15 AM
Zeoll thanks Gektar and Toros as he wakes up. He is glad that he sleeps in his light, magic armor. He tells Croc to stay.
He quickly moves next to Brahmah and joins him in trying to calm the animals and change their attitudes from hostile to friendly. [Wild Empathy Check 16]
He tries to pick out the biggest wolf to target with a Charm Animal spell if diplomacy fails.
"Don't attack yet," he calls out to his friends.
Kanchana d20+5=11 Tuesday January 11th, 2005 5:41:40 AM
Kanchana awakens immediately; adrenalin pumping, as she hears the urgency in the voices of the others - and in Brahmah's call to the Chosen.
Kanchana does her best to 'read' the wolves, but doesn't do too well (wild empathy 11). She must still be tired?
(NOTE: Kanchana will only do this last part if Brahmah's and Zeoll's efforts fail. If their efforts succeed Kanchana will back them up in any way she can.)
Failing to understand why the wolves are being hostile she opts to do something totally out of character for herself.
She stands up to her full height, roughs up her hair (making herself seem even bigger), gives the wolves a really mean glare - making herself appear to be meanest, biggest predator around.
And then... she lets out the loudest, most vicious, predatory, leonine roar she can muster. With any luck it should make everyones', and every wolves, blood run cold.
Kanchana is doing her level best to make it seem to the wolves that they really don't want to mess with an irate she-wemic.
She continues to keep her strong, predatory posture, her hind paws are tamped and she seems ready to pounce on them, as her loud roar echoes off into the night.
Kanchana considers what spells might help, but those thoughts are at the back of her thoughts. She subconsciously hopes her trick works.
(Wild Empathy 11)
Brahmah Tuesday January 11th, 2005 6:22:30 AM
Speaking quietly, Brahmah tells Zeoll. "If you cast, hit the Alpha." His eyes remain fixed on the creatures.
The minotaur can't help but to glance at the she-wemic and smile at her attempt.
Flat-top(AC 21 85/85hp) Tuesday January 11th, 2005 6:30:33 AM
After his watch, Flat-top will go to a nice strong tree and scratch his back and rump. Then lean on the tree, falling fast asleep. But just the word "Chosen" from Brahmah, is enough for him to awaken to danger.
He look around to see where the danger is coming from, then he will trot around where the mules at teddered. Flat-top will swings his morning star, stomp the ground with his for legs and kick up his back hoves. He hope that this will discurage the animals to try to eat the mules.
Kale(ac 20, hps 60) d20+3=15 Tuesday January 11th, 2005 9:17:12 AM
(listen check of 15)
"I told you all there were animal trails here." Kale says as he readys his shortbow "We should of watched those more closely."
Toros d20=8 Tuesday January 11th, 2005 11:46:07 AM
Feeling relief that the Chosen are quick to get ready to face the wolves, Toros will also step backward and come close to where Gecktar and Mikal stand. He is in full defense and does not remove his eyes from the alpha, if he can notice it (spot 8+3=11).
Leets Tuesday January 11th, 2005 12:50:41 PM
Although not really surprised by the wolves, Leets considers the attack seriously. He faced the situation many times when he was a sheperd, but the beasts seemed to be many this time...
He grabs his club, and whispers:
"Kanchana, do you have a way to make this end without violence?"
"Managarm, Managarm! Stay here!"
Solgrin (HP 26/26 AC: 20 (mage armor)) Tuesday January 11th, 2005 4:39:46 PM
Solgrin casts mage armor on himself then readies his spiked chain.
Lions, Tigers and Bears....no WOLVES. (DM Jim) Tuesday January 11th, 2005 8:47:45 PM
Toros yells a warning to the others as he watches the wolves circleing the camp. He steps back to have a better position to help out Gecktar in protecting the human Mikal.
Brahmah comes awake as his warrior instincts register the warning. He rolls to his hooves with weapons drawn and he also makes a call to his Chosen. The wolves seem to be in a fit of somekind and not to agreeable at this time. Brahmah suggests that Zeoll try and hit the alpha of the pack to get maximum effect.
Gecktar moves to wake Kanchana and Zeoll so that those most knowledgeable of things wild can maybe help out. He then moves over the short distance to stand by the young human that has came awake. He gives the boy some advice and then goes back to watching the wolves.
Zeoll wakes and gives thanks to Gecktar and Toros for thier warnings and waking. He moves up to stand by Brahmah and makes an attempt to change the attitude of the animals. He finds that it does not seem to do much good as they still pace back and forth as if waiting for something. He asks for no attacks till he can try and get them out of this without fighting. Zeoll sees no wolf that he would count as the alpha male yet. {figured you would want to hold your spell}
Kanchana finds out mostly the same things that Brahmah and Zeoll would of from the wolves. They are agitated by something or something along those lines. Kanchana decides to make herself seem to be one mean wemic as she postures for the wolves. She is just hoping that this display of aggression and strength will convience the wolves to retreat.
Flat-top comes to as the Captain hollers at his group to prepare themselves. He makes his way over to the mules and stomps the ground, making a display much like Kanchana is doing for the wolves. Intimidation may just be thier friend on this one.
Kale makes himself ready with his bow as he comments about the group should have been more careful. The fact that animal tracks were seen was brought up but seemingly ignored to a point.
Leets would not have had a problem with this little display of the wolves if the numbers would not have been rather large. He looks to Kanchana for a solution that will not involve violence. He commands Managarm to stand his ground and stay where he is at.
Solgrin casts a single spell upon himself, increasing his own protection as he looks to the wolves. He pulls out his spiked chain and makes ready to attack if he has to.
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Mikal comes awake with all of his wits about him, much like a seasoned warrior. He comes to his feet with a sword in his one hand and a dagger in the other. He had slept in his armor not really feeling comfortable without it. He nods to Gecktar and then to Toros as he looks over the situation. "I will stand with you...you are as much my responsibility as I am yours." This statement seems to ring true in your ears as he turns slightly to keep himself back to back with these two taurs.
The mules would have spooked but Mikal had hobbled them and put blinders on them for the night. The fact that they are cut off one direction from the wolves by the wagon also helps. They calm down even more as the centaur moves over to stand near them, but they bray lightly.
The wolves look up as a howl comes from a little ways away. Then you see a larger gray male step into the light created by the moon and fire. The first thing that is noticeable is that something is not quite right about any of these wolves. They seem very angry and almost chomping at the bit for the hunt.
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Anyone that knows animals pretty well will notice something that sets these wolves apart from others. Highlight to display spoiler: {{They are dire wolves.}}
Spot DC 13 - Highlight to display spoiler: {{They are all foaming at the mouth as if drooling from the anticipation of the killing to come. They are rabid.}}
Brahmah (AC 21, 83hp) d20+8=27 Wednesday January 12th, 2005 2:46:00 AM
(Spot of 27)
Brahmah notices the disease. He drops his kukri AND falchion, retrieves his wand of speak with animals and tap himself with it. He speaks to the wolves. "My lupen friends, you are ill. We help you. We aren't your enemies." The minotaur looks genuinely concerned for the animals welfare.
He turns slowly to the agressively sized wemic Kanchana, "Stop. They are sick."
He then hands to wand to her. "Use this and speak with them too. Tell them your a friend!"
He suggests that the Chosens animals stay clear of the wolves. Brahmah tell Leets to be aware of Managarm. "We need no rabid friends among the Chosen."
Gecktar d20+3=14 Wednesday January 12th, 2005 3:22:13 AM
Gecktar feels unconfortable to sleep with his armor so he don't do it but this was the last watch turn and his night is over since a moment now. So he has already dressed his armor.
Staying near Mikal and Toros, he calls for the power of domi and touches the shoulder of the young human saying "The blessing of Domi is on you".
(Protective ward from protection domain for Mikal who receive +4 for his next save)
(Spot check 14)
Flat-top(AC 21 85/85hp) d20+5=16 Wednesday January 12th, 2005 5:07:07 AM
OOC: Spot 16
"Whoa! There! Easy There!" Flat-top tries to calm the mules, but cannot miss the foaming drool.
"Zoell! watch your Pet, these wolf are sick. That goes double for you Leets! Managram has a habit of blinking in and out of trouble."
Flat-top keeps stumping the ground to keep the wolves at bay.
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday January 12th, 2005 5:09:02 AM
Paw'caw is asleep in the tree top and will stay that way for now.
Managram(ceil) Wednesday January 12th, 2005 5:14:21 AM
Managram stand (bravely) beside his master, and barks at the wolves, "GRRRrr! Bark! Bark!"*
for those who used the Talk to Animals Wand, You hear what Managram jst told the wolves *And your Mother!"
Roz(ceil) Wednesday January 12th, 2005 5:19:51 AM
Roz is please with the hatching and her daughter will have a good home, she is sleeping around Solgum neck and under his warm hair.
When she's awaken by all the action. She mentally ask her taur,*anything wrong? Need help?*
Elder(ceil) Wednesday January 12th, 2005 5:25:03 AM
Elder is sleeping peacefully, after all he had a long day hunting and looking for treasure. When his den is being toss and sways around. He sticks his head out of the pouch, And??
There are Wolves out there! He burries his body into his cozy den and hold on.
Crock(ceil) Wednesday January 12th, 2005 5:31:43 AM
Crock (who is next to Zeoll) sences the danger, he growls "Grrrooolll!" and whip whips his tail 'Swish! Swish!'
If you could read his mind, you would hear *If I was in water, I'd drown the lot of you!!*
Kanchana d20+5=19 d20+12=26 d20+5=23 Wednesday January 12th, 2005 6:07:50 AM
Kanchana stares at Brahmah for a second, nods quickly and then takes his wand and uses it on herself. She hands the wand back to Brahmah immediately.
Now she studies the wolves physical characteristics with her training as a healer. She sees that they are indeed rabid (Spot 19, Heal 26). Sadly when the disease has come as far as foaming at the mouth she doesn't know any mundane cure for it. The wolves will eventually die.
"Chosen, these are not common wolves, they are greater wolves. They have the foaming-sickness; it is an ultimately fatal sickness at this stage." (Taurs speak Taurish, not Common among themselves, so the dire wolves won't know what she is saying I hope.)
Kanchana takes a breath, "at the stage they have the sickness they cannot be healed mundanely. We will need to call upon the grace of Father Tomi to heal them. Only the magical cure for sicknesses might help."
Kanchana keeps her intimidating/dominant posture, she is hoping to convey to the wolves that she is the alpha female of their pride, and therefore must be listened to.
Kanchana addresses the alpha male of the wolf pack. Speaking their own language now. She tries to use Wild Empathy again, but this time to emulate her favorite skill of Diplomacy (Wild Empathy 23).
She feels that this is going well for once, normally she doean't always feel much kinship with animals. Maybe it is because they are hurting and need help?
"Hunt leader; and pack-mates, you are gravely ill with a sickness that will be your deaths unless healed. If you stand down and do not attack us we may be able to heal you," Kanchana keeps her voice steady, but sympathetic, "if you attack us we will be forced to defend ourselves. You will also make The Mother of All Life sad if you do not try and seek healing."
Kanchana feels confident that her words might calm the wolves and make them inclined to accept healing. Hopefully someone actually knows a spell or prayer to heal sickness, Kanchana cannot cast it herself.
(Spot 19, Heal 26, Wild Empathy (used as Diplomacy) 23)
Toros (HP 47)(inspire courage +1) d20=12 Wednesday January 12th, 2005 9:50:38 AM
(spot d20+3=15>13) Toros does not understand what others are talking with the animals, and this makes him uneasy, not knowing what to do. However, his trained eyes can notice that there is something wrong with the wolves, and he keeps his position. Then, he starts singing a simple song to increase the morale of the Chosen, and their animal friends, as noone knows what will happen next. (Inspire Courage+1)
Kale d20+7=12 Wednesday January 12th, 2005 10:10:41 AM
not seeing the foaming mouths at first, Kale realizes whats wrong with them once everyone starts trying to make friends with the wolves. "Ive seen these type of wolves before." Kale says to the others "Ive seen goblins ride them. Your wasting your time, They are evil." then Kale pulls out a potion, drinks it, and floats up 10 ft in the air(drinks potion of levitation)
Solgrin (HP 26/26 AC: 20 (mage armor)) d20+2=7 Wednesday January 12th, 2005 2:58:14 PM
Solgrin remains ready incase the wolves attack. Solgrin will move slowly towards Kanchana to help her if she is attacked.
**** spot 7 ****
Zeoll (AC16, HP46) Wednesday January 12th, 2005 6:26:19 PM
Zeoll tells Croc to stay back for now.
The druid/bard whispers to Kale -- "You'rre thinking of warrgs! These arre just big wolves, and no morre evil than you orr me, I think."
He waits to see if Kanchana has any luck. If not he casts his Charm Animal spell on the one he thinks is the Alpha (the biggest). (That's a readied action.)
Dire Wolves, but not the Leader. (DM Jim) Wednesday January 12th, 2005 6:52:56 PM
Brahmah drops his weapons to pull out a wand and taps himself with it. He pleads with the dire wolves to please stop and that they are friends. He tosses it to Kanchana so that she can also try and plead with the dire wolves. He also suggests that they keep their animals away from them to keep them safe.
Gecktar had put on his armor as he had the next to last watch anyways. He lays his hand on Mikal and casts a spell into the young man.
Flat-top continues to calm the mules as he keeps up the intimidation. He also warns the group about watching thier animal companions and familiars.
Paw'caw continues to sleep on in the tree that she bedded down in.
Managarm barks in defiance to the dire wolves, while continueing to keep his place by his master.
Roz is happy, warm and snug alseep in his masters hair when she is awakened a little. She inquires of Solgrin if he will be needing any help.
Elder peeps out for just a second and then hides back in his little pouch.
Croc makes a show of aggression of his own as he swishes his tail. He voices his own unhappiness about and at the dire wolves. He just wishes he had some water so that he could show them a thing or two.
Kanchana takes the wand and tries to talk to the wolves as well. Though she does take the time to let the Chosen know that these are not normal wolves but dire wolves. She also lets it be known that they have a serious disease that is fatal and may have gone too far. She feels that she has had some success with the dire wolves as she talks but it is hard to tell with the more intelligent races.
Toros starts to sing an inspiring song as the others go about thier own business. He knows that the others are trying to talk the wolves down and this does bother him some, mostly from not knowing what to do.
Kale makes ready with his bow as he lets them know that dire wolves are an evil race and cannot be trusted. He drinks a potions and slowly floats up into the air, some ten feet that is.
Solgrin slowly moves over to stand beside Kanchana in case she is attacked. He is ready for anything.
Zeoll lets Kale know that he thinks he is thinking of the wrong type of wolves here, but he is not totally sure. He hopes that Kanchana has luck as she talks to the dire wolves, but keeps a spell ready just in case.
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The mules are quieted for now as Flat-top talks to them and calms them. They still have nowhere to go anyways and noway to escape.
Mikal accepts the spell that is cast upon him as he looks to the wolves. He hopes that a fight can be avoided but he is still prepared.
The large gray male seems to get a sick smile upon his face as he listens to what is said. To your amazement he speaks in a throaty growl. "The one that gave us this gift will not let us die so soon." He looks around to his packmates and seems to nod as he pulls back and lets out a howl. It appears that the attack is about to start and there will be no more talking. "The Silver Pack serves without question." ------------------------------------------------
{Zeoll - Will set up your spell to happen the first thing in my next post. You can go ahead and set yourself up a different action. :)}
Kanchana d20+12=14 Wednesday January 12th, 2005 9:11:40 PM
Kanchana isn't that surprised by the talking great wolf; anything is possible if the Powers will it.
Suddenly the Warden looks aloof, maybe even condescending. There is a certain coldness evident in her demeanor.
"You allowed the Vile One to defile you? To poison your bodies?" she sneers vehementally.
"The Vile One promised you that He might let the sickness leave you living. He forgot to mention that the Chosen of Father Tomi would not suffer you to continue your cursed lives in order to defile others," Kanchana says with utter coldness and contempt.
The alpha male's clear indication that he serves Marteus has sealed his; and his packs, fate as far as Kanchana is concerned. She no longer considers the dire wolves natural creatures; now they are an affront to Mother Wold and her true children. They are almost as bad as Undead in her view.
"Pest vermin," she snarls under her breath.
Kanchana prepares to cast Entangle, centered behind the wolves, so it won't hinder the Chosen as well.
(Concentration (Combat Casting) 14. Just in case.)
At the moment that the wolf speaks, Zeoll's mind becomes clear, and he knows that he was wrong about this creature at least. "These Wolves serrve the Sick God, I believe!" he cries.
He know that his Charm Animal spell won't work on a talking beast. So he immediately casts Entangle on as many of the beasts as possible (standard action). [Reflex save 14 partial] -- he tries to target a different area than Kanchana, but if there is overlap, that's okay too. Maybe they will have to make two saves in the overlap area?
Then the liontaur steps back 10 or 15 feet, putting Croc between himself and the wolves (Move Action). "Defend me!" he orders Croc (PHB page 75).
[OOC: Ceil, did I ever give you the combat stats for Croc? I'll e-mail you! Thanks!]
Brahmah (AC 21, 83hp) Thursday January 13th, 2005 2:30:22 AM
Brahmah reaches out for the wand, then the wolf speaks. The wand remains in Kanchana's hand.
Brahmah sort of shrugs. "Well, can't say we didn't try. But now we know that even the animals aren't free of Marteus' diseased grasp." He bends over and retrieves his weapons.(Two Move Actions, AoO)
Gecktar (AC22 hp49) Thursday January 13th, 2005 3:10:20 AM
Gecktar stays side by side with Toros and Mikal. He then calls for protection from his Patron to escape from the sight of the asaillants. Muttering some strange words, a pale aura surround him for a instant and then disappear.
He also says to Mikal : "I'm a healer, if you are in dire situation during this fight, don't keep it for yourself. Call me and I will heal you the best I can. And please no foolish bravery... We need you alive as a servant of the light as well as for guide"
(Cast sanctuary on himself DC14 Will save)
Kale(ac 20, hp 60) d20+7=26 d8+3=9 Thursday January 13th, 2005 6:58:30 AM
"Told ya." Kale says as he shoots at the first wolf(hit ac 26 for 9 pts of damage). Kale says floating where he is and counts the number of wolves he can see.
Flat-top swing his Morningstar back anf forth, Kale start shooting at the wolves?? "Kale! Did Brahmah give the order to attack??."
If the wolves comes to attack the mules, Flat-top will discurage them buy attacking the nearest one to the mules.
Leets Thursday January 13th, 2005 1:47:46 PM
Leets grins as he also understands what's happening. Thightening his grip on his club, he prepares for the assault...
"Managarm...They 're a lot...Wait for them and stand near me my dog..."
Toros(HP 47)(inspire courage +1) Thursday January 13th, 2005 8:30:41 PM
Seeing Gecktar and Mikhal are well-prepared for the fight, Toros will climb onto the Wagon to get a better position for the coming battle. (Assuming that the place of the wagon is at back and next to or near to where Gecktar and Mikhal are; and he can climb on it). Then he will draw his longbow and ready an arrow targeted against the first wolf that will attack. Meanwhile he continues singing and inspiring the Chosen. (+1 on damage and attack rolls, and fear saves I guess)
An Ammendment. (DM Jim) Thursday January 13th, 2005 9:16:52 PM
Sorry for no battle map. I am sending out one tonight for all of you to have a look at. It will show how things are with the current set of posts that you have made.
I am giving you a chance to change your post if you want to fit in with the map. Think of this as a freebie chance to make a bigger impact.
Think of it as a late X-Mas present from your DM. :)
I will of course give out a real post tomorrow that will indicate all attacks and movements of both The Chosen and the Wolves.
Toros - OOC Thursday January 13th, 2005 9:42:44 PM
I was hoping like, "there is no battle map yet, thus there is no battle set". However, now I can see that the war is inevitable :-)
And I think now it is not meaningful for Toros to go near the Wagon, and I will rethink my posting and make a change. Thank you for this chance!
Zeoll (AC16, HP46, Inspire Courage) Thursday January 13th, 2005 10:16:58 PM
OOC: Zeoll definitely casts the Entangle, for sure. Does he have time to do anything else? Oh, and nice map!
His next action is to move 40 feet southwest and then cast Charm Animal on Dire Wolf da (range 30 ft). He tells Croc to follow and defend.
Brahmah (AC 21, 83hp) Friday January 14th, 2005 1:21:00 AM
Brahmah is upset that the negotiations with the wolves went poorly, but is even more upset at the attacks laid down by the Chosen. "Defend yourselves Chosen."
Brahmah turns and activates his tattoo. His artwork glows and sparkles as he points to (on the axis of W/X-7/8) casting Entangle. He tries to keep Solgrin out of his tangle.
Solgrin (HP 26/26 AC: 20 (mage armor)) 2d6(5+5)=10 Friday January 14th, 2005 2:47:48 AM
Solgrin casts Flaming Sphere (appears at R11) then moves it to S11.
De needs Reflex save DC 16 or take DMG 10
Gecktar (AC22 hp49) Friday January 14th, 2005 3:19:03 AM
Gecktar continues to cast spells that will give them potential advantage. Dropping some silver powder around him he calls for the goodness of Domi so that he will be protected against evil.
(OOC cast protection from evil)
Active spells : - Sanctuary (DC14 will save) 3 rounds - Protection from Evil 40 rounds - Morale bonus (Toros Chanting)
Flat-top(AC21 85/85hp)Tattoes-Heal & Protection from Evil Friday January 14th, 2005 5:00:18 AM
Move Flat-top from G-6 to either H-5 or I-5 to battle Wolf d-8 and Wolf d-9 at H-3 and I3.
Flat-top can only see the wolves that are coming for the mules. Those are the ones that he's fighting.
OOC: Can I keep my last roll there too good to pass up. They were Attack AC 35(critical) & Ac 30 - Damages 9=10=19. And since Gecktar cast Protection from Evil, Do I add +1 to attack and damages?? Thank-you for the late Christmas Present.
Toros AC 26 ( +3 from defensive fight) HP 47 Friday January 14th, 2005 5:56:51 AM
Noticing that there is no meaning to reach the wagon at the moment, Toros maintains his position near to the fire place. He stops his inspiring song, knowing that its morale effect will remain in the ears and mind of his friends for longer. Now he has the time to create the opposite effect on the wolves and worg, and once more, he relies on his magical abilities so that he can demoralize the enemies who will attempt to attack Chosen. (cast bane, 50ft radius, will negates)
Then Toros withdraws his weapon and readies for the next round of fight. He is fighting defensively and may make a 5-step move to better position himself against any opponent.
Active spells -Inspire courage for 5 rounds (+1 to attack and damage rolls for all allies) -Bane for 1 minute (-1 to attack rolls for all enemies)
Kale(ac 20, hp 60, levitate 10ft) Friday January 14th, 2005 7:17:28 AM
OOC, my post stays the same, my arrow being directed at wolf de
Kanchana (HP 44/44, AC 19) (Inspire Courage) Friday January 14th, 2005 6:14:23 PM
Kanchana would still have cast her entangle spell just behind the wolves. However she will take one step back, so she isn't quite on the very front row of the 'pitched battle'. She does this in case anyone near her will need healing or back up. Kanchana slides Brahmah's wand into either her belt or a beltpouch depending on what would be quickest; she does this as she steps back. She draws her scimitar at the same time, albeit slowly.
The Wolves Unite. (DM Jim) d20+10=21 d20+8=24 d20+8=12 d20+8=10 d20+8=24 d20+8=27 d20+8=13 d20+8=19 d20+8=27 d20+8=18 d20+8=22 d20+8=26 d20+7=24 d20+6=11 d20+6=9 d20+6=18 d20+6=24 d20+6=14 d20+6=21 d20+6=18 d20+6=23 d20+6=16 d20+6=23 d20+6=8 d20+6=22 d20+6=18 d20+6=11 d20+6=22 d20+6=11 d20+12=31 d20+12=17 d20+12=27 d20+12=15 2d8(3+3)+4=10 2d8(3+6)+4=13 2d8(8+5)+4=17 2d8(5+6)+4=15 d20+13=17 d20+10=16 d8+5=8 d4+5=6 Friday January 14th, 2005 9:19:46 PM
Zeoll fires off his spell and then starts to move towards the rear area of the camp. He calls for Croc to defend and follow as he moves. He hopes that Croc will be able to keep up with him but knows that the crocodile is slower. He also hopes that his spell has effect upon the dire wolf(da).
Brahmah turns and activates a tattoo to send his own spell towards the wolves off to the side of them. His positioning is to keep Solgrin out of it and safe from being caught.
Solgrin also casts a spell from where he stands and sends a flaming sphere moving towards a dire wolf(de). The ball slams itself at the dire wolf and solgrin turns his attention to all around him.
Gecktar casts another spell that radiates out from himself. It settles in around him and he smiles a little with the new protection.
Flat-top moves and cuts off two of the wolves from being able to approach a little farther into the camp. Well at least without getting by him without causing an attack on them. His attacks smack into the dire wolf(d8) with some authority and the wolf flinches under the assault.
Toros casts another spell this round to hurt the enemy during their battle. He then draws his weapon and makes himself ready for what is to come.
Kale fires off an arrow from his floating position at the closest of the dire wolves(de). His arrow is true and finds a niche in the dire wolves heavy fur.
Kanchana sends out a spell that calls upon the powers of nature as several others have. She then takes a step back so that she is in a better position to give aid to the others. She also slips Brahmah's wand into he belt till later.
Croc moves on along to follow Zeoll but is left behind as his land legs do not allow him to cover as much ground.
Leets and Managarm maintain their ground against the beasts. Their thoughts at this point are for defense more than anything. Let the enemy commit itself to an attack and then cut it off.
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The worg is able to escape the entanglement that sprouts up and moves out of the area.
Dire wolf(d1) is able to escape the entanglement and escape out into the open area.
Dire wolf(d2&d3) both get caught in the grasses as they come to life around them.
Dire wolf(d4&d5) are both able to escape the entanglement spell and move to start an attack.
Dire wolf(d6&d7) both get caught in the grasses as they come to life around them.
Dire wolf(d8&d9) fling themselves at Flat-top as he pulls up to mix it up with them. Both of the wolves become snapping jaws as they try to bit into Flat-top(hit: 30 and damage: 10 / hit: 17 and damage: 13).
Dire wolf(da&db) move forward and bite at Zeoll as he takes up a position by Gecktar. Both wolves snap and snarl as the bite at Zeoll with much ferocity (hit: 26 and damage: 17 / hit: 15 and damage: 15).
Dire wolf(dc) is able to escape the entanglement spell and moves out to attack someone next round.
Dire wolf(dd) is caught up in the writhing branches of the bush that he is standing by.
Dire wolf(de&df) are both able to escape into the clear area that the entangle spell has no effect upon.
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Mikal moves down and a little to the side so that he can move into a better position to attack a dire wolf(da). He brings his sword and then his dagger slashing in at the dire wolf trying to lend aid to those that he is leading.
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If you are bit read the following: Highlight to display spoiler: {"Make a Fort DC 14 to avoid the possibility of infection."}
Dire Wolf AC: Highlight to display spoiler: {"17"}
Toros AC 26 ( +3 from defensive fight) HP 47 d20=14 d8=7 d6=1 d6=6 Friday January 14th, 2005 11:29:12 PM
Toros will shoot a masterwork arrow at the dire wolf at D11 (d7), finding it the easiest target, as it struggles with the grasses (-4 penalty to its effextive dexterity), distant from any Chosen.
Without waiting to see the consequences of his attack and maintaining his defensive posture, he will quickly move to K5 so that he can assume a supportive role for Flat-top or Mikhal, if it becomes necessary. If he finds time, he will be placing another arrow to his longbow for the next round.
Active spells -Inspire courage for 4 rounds (+1 to attack and damage rolls for all allies) -Bane for 1 minute (-1 to attack rolls for all enemies)
OOC: I have two questions, if you may answer Dear DM, and Chosen:
1. Can Toros shoot two arrows as a full round action with a penalty for the second arrow? If not, shoot three arrows in two rounds...
2. And for large creatures, does the damage of longbow arrow is d8 or 2d6? And who do we mean by large creatures - the shooter or the target?
Brahmah (AC 21, 83hp) d20+12=15 d20+14=25 d20+7=26 d20+7=15 d20+9=14 2d4(4+4)+8=16 d6+5=11 2d4(4+4)+8=16 2d4(4+3)+8=15 d6+5=6 Saturday January 15th, 2005 12:47:37 AM
-Entangle (Brahmah, tattoo) -Inspire courage for 4 rounds (Toros, +1 to attack and damage rolls for all allies)
Brahmah takes a step forward and strikes out at the Worg. "Marteus is not the way. He lies to you. I just hope Gargul sees the beauty in you that I do." The minotaur attempts to sheathe away the beasts mortal coil. All of his attacks are focused on the Worg. (Hits AC 15, 25, 26(crit threat 15) and 14 for 16, 11, 16(crit 31) and 6 damage)
Flat-top (AC 22 75/85hp) d20+15=27 d8+9=14 d20+15=30 d20+11=18 d20+10=28 d4+5=7 d4+5=7 d4+1=4 Saturday January 15th, 2005 8:44:14 AM
OOC: Morningstar attack AC27 - Damages 14hp, Hooves attacks AC 30 & AC 18 - Damages 7+7=14hp, Fort of 28 He is not infected.
"Snap at me will you!" Flat-top yells at the two wolves, so he hits wolf(d9) with his morningstar (damages 14hp), then rears up hitting wolf(d8) with his hooves(the one with the hoofring are on, damages 14hp) Flat-top tell the two wolves, "Hey! Dizzy and Dumbbell! if you want more of what I just gave you? Just stick around For another rast of my morningstar!"
Flat-top will touch is left shoulder to heal himself of four hit points to stop the infection,
Paw'caw(ceil) Saturday January 15th, 2005 8:54:34 AM
If it's morning (Dawn or light in the sky) she'll fly low around Brahmah for her orders. And if it is preDawn (the shade of night is starting to show light) Paw'caw will stir, but not take action, she'll stay where she is. (Not wanting to hit any trees in her flight to Brahmah.)
Managram(ceil) Saturday January 15th, 2005 8:59:02 AM
Managram will try to scare the wolves away by scratching the ground and fearsely growling at them, "Grrrr! Bark! Bark!" He'll stay at Leets side until he is told to attack or is attack first.
Raz(ceil) Saturday January 15th, 2005 9:05:26 AM
The little dragon is awaken by all the terrible noise, She uncoils from Solgum's neck and out she come from under his hair. She want to see what the noise is all about.
She flies to about two feet above the head of her master, and sees the kind of danger the taurs are in at the moment.
She'll hover there untill her master tell her what he wants her to do.
Elder(ceil) d20+5=18 d4+5=8 Saturday January 15th, 2005 9:14:01 AM
Elder is awaken by all the noise?? wondering as to what is going on, he'll stick his head out of the pouch, He see that his mistress is in danger, He'll jump out of the pouch, run to the wolf(df), bite him on the paw, then run back to Kanchana and jump back into the pouch.
OOC; Attack AC18 - Damages 8hp.
Croc(ceil) Saturday January 15th, 2005 9:21:22 AM
Poor Croc is trying to keep up with Zeoll, his little short feet are trying to go as fast as they can. If only his master would only stand still for a minute he could help out.
Crock will growl and snap his jaws, they won't dare come close! "Grrrr! SNAP! SnaP!"
Kanchana d20+12=30 d20+15=28 Saturday January 15th, 2005 6:21:52 PM
Kanchana has her scimitar ready, but makes no attack. She tries to keep an eye out on the wolves approaching both Solgrin and Brahmah. Kanchana decides to prioritize Solgrin since he might be more likely be attacked; and injured. She really would love to erradicate these corrupted wolves, but knows better than to let emotion guide one's actions in combat.
Suddenly Ilder does something to make her very proud. He jumps out of his pouch/nest, runs over and attacks one of the wolves. She smiles.
Kanchana mulls over what she knows about great wolves, and canine creatures in general. She is trying to remember if they have any vulnerable spots, or weaknesses. (Knowledge Nature 30, Survival 28)
Kale(ac 20, hp 60, levitate 10ft) d20+8=28 d20+8=22 d8+4=11 d8+4=10 d8+4=12 Sunday January 16th, 2005 8:49:48 AM
Kale stays floating where he's at and shoots another arrow at the nearest dire wolf(shoots at wolf de, critical hit of 28 followed with a hit of 22, does 11, 10, and 12 damage for a total of 33 damage.) "Watch your back." he tells Solgrim. "They are coming."
Gecktar (AC22 hp 49/49) 3d8(5+4+2)+15=26 Sunday January 16th, 2005 3:51:42 PM
Gecktar sees the poor Zeoll bit by the two wolves. He knows that he will not sustain a long fight like this. He retrieves his wand of cure serious wounds and tap Zeoll with hit healing him 26 hp.
Solgrin (HP 26/26 AC: 20 (mage armor)) 2d6(4+5)=9 Sunday January 16th, 2005 8:37:19 PM
Solgrin directs the flaming sphere into Dire Wolf DE again. Solgrin keeps his Spiked Chain ready incase a Dire Wolf moves within reach.
Reflex save DC 16 or take DMG 9
Zeoll (AC16, HP 46 of 46) (Inspired) 2d6(1+4)=5 Sunday January 16th, 2005 8:56:34 PM
[OOC: Jamie, you said "hit: 26 and damage: 17 / hit: 15 and damage: 15" -- Zeoll is AC16, so I'm assuming one hit and one miss -- is that right? Also, what happened with the charm animal spell cast on wolf da?]
Zeoll yelps, "Ow!" as two wolves rush him. He takes a five-foot step back northeast, so that his back is to the fire and he is standing between Gecktar and Croc.
Gecktar taps him with the wand, and heals him! Zeoll says, "Thanks!"
Now out of range of those jaws, he casts an extended flaming sphere on wolf db (reflex save DC15 for 5 or none if save).
As two of the dire wolves jump into the melee on his right, the centaur paladin moves quickly to stand on their way (I11) and slams his club at the first one (d4, 22 and 16 to hit, 5 and 8 damage).
"For the Glory of Domi! Marteau's beasts shall not see another night!"
Managram(ceil) d20+5=20 d6+4=10 Monday January 17th, 2005 2:30:18 PM
Managram blinks in to bites the same wolf (I-11) by the jugular and twist, then blinks back.
Crock(ceil) d20+3=20 d20+8=25 d8+7=14 d8+6=11 Monday January 17th, 2005 2:44:40 PM
Croc being a slow animal on land, turns into a fast attacker when he sees his master getting hurt, He attacks the wolf (db), he bites, rolls and snaps his tail right across his face. Then the Croc lets go to see how much dammage he did to this furry one with the bad breath.
OCC; Allack Bite ac 20 - Tail snap ac 25 - Damages 14+11=25hp.
The Wolves Unite, part 2. (DM Jim) d20+3=19 d20+3=11 d20+3=14 d20+3=16 d20+3=11 d20+15=26 d20+13=15 3d6(1+6+5)+4=16 d20+12=22 d20+12=25 d20+12=14 d20+12=30 d20+12=17 d20+12=21 d20+12=13 d20+12=25 d20+12=13 d20+12=17 d20+12=18 d20+12=22 2d8(2+1)+4=7 2d8(6+1)+4=11 2d8(2+3)+4=9 2d8(5+6)+4=15 2d8(2+7)+4=13 2d8(6+6)+4=16 2d8(3+7)+4=14 2d8(7+1)+4=12 2d8(4+7)+4=15 2d8(5+1)+4=10 2d8(5+8)+4=17 2d8(7+3)+4=14 d20+13=21 d20+10=18 d8+5=11 d4+5=9 Monday January 17th, 2005 6:16:45 PM
Zeoll finds himself under attack by two wolves. One he had hoped to of turned to a friend, but it looks like that will not happen. He backs off to put himself in a better position and thanks Gecktar for the healing. He then summons up his own flaming sphere and sends it after dire wolf(db). The sphere throws itself at the wolf to miss much as Solgrin's flaming sphere had missed earlier.
Brahmah moves in on the worg and slashes into it with his weapons. He finds that he is only able to land two blows with his falchion. Still they do some pretty good damage on the worg.
Solgrin directs his flaming sphere to chase after the dire wolf(de) it had hit earlier. The sphere throws itself at the dire wolf and misses by a scant few inches.
Gecktar senses that Zeoll is in trouble and moves to his aid with his curing wand. He gently taps the taur for a nice amount of healing.
Flat-top slams his morningstar into one dire wolf(d9) with much success. He then rears up to attack the other dire wolf(d8) with his hooves and finds both attacks connecting with the things body.
Toros fires off an arrow at one of the dire wolves(d7) that is caught in the tangling grasses. He then moves to take a defensive position to cover Flat-top or Mikal as needed. Though he does not watch his arrow it does hit the wolf doing some damage.
Kale fires off another arrow at the dire wolf(de) that he had shot earlier. His arrow literally punches through the wolf and then out the other side to bury itself into the ground.
Kanchana tries to keep her eyes on all those around her, but especially on those that are most obvious targets. She is surprised and proud of her Ilder as he attacks a wolf. Though she racks her brain she comes up with nothing specific on fighting wolves that may give them the advantage, though she does know that usually wolves of all kinds are pack hunters.
Leets jumps into the attack now swinging his club at the nearest dire wolf(d4). He gives a yell as he attacks for the glory of Domi. His first attack lands on the wolf but the second ruffles the wolf's fur and nothing more. He calls to Managarm to attack with him.
Croc catches up with his master and makes ready to defend him as best he can with the wolves that are hurting his master.
Paw'caw sleeps on unaware of the battle that rages around her, but below her as well. Though with the first sounds of combat she dow wake and look down at the ground, it is just too dark for her to even think of flying.
Managarm follows his master's lead and blinks in to attack the same dire wolf(d4) that his master attacks. He finds his teeth tasting flesh and then blinks back to his original position.
Raz sees what is going on but decides not to but in as long as she is not told to.
Elder slips out of her pouch and runs across the ground to run up one of the dire wolve's legs(df). He is only able to get half way back though as he slips down the things leg and takes off at a full run.
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The worg accepts the hits that fall upon it from the taur and growls in anger back. Then the jaws come in snapping at the taur with feriocity(hit: 26/15 and damage: 16/miss).
Dire wolf(d1) throws himself at Brahmah as he moves forward. His jaws snap shut as he tries to rend flesh and bone(hit: 22 and damage: 7).
Dire wolf(d2&d3) find that the grasses will not relinquish their hold upon them.
Dire wolf(d4) growls and then bites back at Leets as his steps to the side of the second club swing. It goes for the nearest piece of flesh that it can reach to cause damage(hit: 25 and damage: 11).
Dire wolf(d5) moves forward and sends itself snapping at Brahmah being the first one that it comes across (hit: 14 and damage: 9).
Dire wolf(d6&d7) find the grasses wilting away around them and they are soon able to move. They both race into the combat before them. Dire wolf(d7) bodily throws himself at Leets as he jumps at his legs(hit: 30 and damage: 15). Dire wolf(d6) does more or less the same thing as it's partner, but it's attack is aimed at Managarm instead(hit: 18 and damage: 13).
Dire wolf(d8&d9) continue to press thier attack on Flat-top, trying to drive him back or better yet...kill him(hit: 21 and damage: 16 / hit: 13 and damage: 14).
Dire wolf(da) turns it's attention to the young man that had hit it earlier with the sword (hit: 25 and damage: 12).
Dire wolf(db) continues to chase down Zeoll and then snaps at him again(hit: 13 and damage: 15).
Dire wolf(dc) chases down Zeoll as it sees no other nearby enemy to attack...the closest is floating in the air(hit: 17 and damage: 10).
Dire wolf(dd) continues to fight the grasses as they hold him tight.
Dire wolf(de) chases down the little rodent that just bit it. It figures to catch it and kill the little pest since it is with thier enemy(hit: 18 and damage: 17).
Dire wold(df) races forward and springs at Solgrin with all intentions of biting the taur, maybe something lethal(hit: 22 and damage: 14).
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Mikal continues his assault on the dire wolf(da) that had attacked Zeoll earlier and now turned on him. He brings his sword and then his dagger slashing in at the dire wolf trying to end it's life and save his own.
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If you are bit read the following: Highlight to display spoiler: {"Make a Fort DC 14 to avoid the possibility of infection for each bite."}
Worg AC: Highlight to display spoiler: {"20"}
Dire Wolf AC: Highlight to display spoiler: {"17"}
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Toros - You can only fire one arrow a round unless you have two attacks a round or the rapid shot feat. I am sure that all large weapons do large damage so the bow would do 2d6.
Zeoll - Yes only one of those two attacks was able to hit you. You will also see what happened to your spell with this post, though you might of had an idea already.
Solgrin (HP 12/26 AC: 20 (mage armor)) d20+3=17 2d6(2+5)+1=8 d20+2=19 d20+3=20 2d6(4+2)+1=7 Monday January 17th, 2005 7:29:45 PM
AoO vs Df (Hit AC 17 DMG 8) (at 10' range) Fort Save 19. Solgrin yells out when bit by the Dire Wolf "aother hit and I am down." Solgrin then strikes at the Dire wolf with his spike chain (hit AC 20 DMG 7)
Zeoll (AC16, HP 21 of 46) (Inspired) d20+5=9 d20+5=6 d20+5=15 2d6(2+6)=8 Monday January 17th, 2005 7:52:50 PM
[OOC: Sorry, Jamie, I forgot to roll my save last time. Here are three fort saves: 9, 6, 15. Two fails; one save.]
Zeoll yells, "Hey! another round of this and I'll be dead! Gecktar, could you hit me again with that wand, please?"
He directs the flaming sphere at Wolf da (Refx save DC 15 or take 8 damage), then he steps back five feet (to the square north of Croc and west of Kale). Out of reach again, for a moment, Zeoll casts Hideous Laughter on wolf dc (Will save 12 (reduced by 4 from the usual 16) or fall prone in laughter).
He commands Croc to attack. (Ceil, Croc can do either the tail or the bite, not both. Thanks!)
Kanchana d8+3=10 Monday January 17th, 2005 9:49:57 PM
Kanchana hears both Solgrin and Zeoll call out about their wounds. Instinctively she whips out one of her healing wands from her forearm sheath. She touches it to Solgrin healing him the worst of his injuries, lowly muttering a few words as does. She prays that Gecktar can help Zeoll just as quick. "Gecktar, to Zeoll!" she calls out.
Kanchana snarls defiantly at the circle of great wolves.
(Solgrin regains 10hp)
Flat-top(AC 21 64/85hp) d20+4=24 d20+16=32 d8+9=15 d20+15=25 d20+11=29 d4+5=8 d4+5=9 d4+1=5 Monday January 17th, 2005 11:03:51 PM
Flat-top touches his shoulder again (giving himself 5hp of healing), while he swing his Morningstar hitting wolf(d9(Attack ac32 - damages 15hp)). Now he rear again attacking with his hooves at wolf(d8(Attacking Ac25 - damaging 8+9=17hp)) He yell at them "DIE! You Hellhounds!".
-Entangle (Brahmah, tattoo) -Inspire courage for 3 rounds (Toros, +1 to attack and damage rolls for all allies)
Brahmah lays into the worg again. (AC 26, 29, miss and miss, for 13 and 8 damage) His first two swings hit solidly, however, his last two only clip the fur off the worg's ears.
-Entangle (Brahmah, tattoo) -Inspire courage for 3 rounds (Toros, +1 to attack and damage rolls for all allies)
Brahmah lays into the worg again. (AC 26, 29, miss and miss, for 13 and 8 damage) His first two swings hit solidly, however, his last two only clip the fur off the worg's ears.
Gecktar (AC22 hp49) 3d8(4+3+4)+15=26 Tuesday January 18th, 2005 4:12:58 AM
OOC : Here are two courses of actions depending on the state of Zeoll.
Zeoll, I think only dire wolf (dc) bite you for 10 damage. Dire wolf (db) hit AC 13 and you have AC 16. So its a miss. Jim could you state about this please.
1) If Zeoll is not badly hit (maybe he don't call for help) Gecktar says "keep on Zeoll, I keep an eye on you!" That said he calls for the battle prowess of Domi as with such numerous enemies he will have to fight and not only act as a backup healer.
(Cast Divine Favor)
Active spells : - Sanctuary (DC14 will save) 2 rounds - Protection from Evil 39 rounds - Morale bonus (Toros Chanting) - Divine Favor 10rd
2) If Zeoll is badly hurt for some reason (hit by both dire wolves)
Gecktar hears at the same time the call for help of Solgrim and Zeoll. At the moment he wants to alert Kanchana, he hears her call for him to help Zeoll. With no more hesitation he taps Zeoll with his wand (healing him 26 hp)
What follows will happen in both cases : Gecktar also sees Mikal being hit by one of the wolves. He asks him "Mikal! are you all right ?"
OOC: Jim, are the dire wolves evil (just to know if the protection from evil is efficient)
Kale(ac 20, hp 60, levitate) d20+12=24 d8+6=12 3d6(1+2+1)=4 Tuesday January 18th, 2005 7:11:46 AM
seeing that he has no clear target, Kale drops down to the ground to come to rest behind wolf dc(the one attacking Zeoll, i think) then stabs at the back of the wolf(sneak attack for flanking with Zeoll, hit Ac 24 for 12 reg. damage and 4 sneak attack damage for a total of 18 pts)
Toros AC 23 HP 47 d20=14 d6=3 d6=3 Tuesday January 18th, 2005 8:22:04 AM
Seeing that the Chosen near the fire are in fierce attack and dire trouble, Toros wants to help them. However, as his friends are standing between him and his targets Toros hesitates to shoot from where he stands. On the other side, next to the wagon and mules, Flat-top seems to be doing all right by himself, at least for the moment. Thus, Toros passes safely through Mikhal and Flat-top and comes near bushes (Q3), while he watches that Chosen responds to the attacks of their opponents, and identifies a clear target for him (de). Then he sends his masterwork arrow to the dire wolf and looks behind it, hoping that it will have a strong impact on the dire wolf.
Active spells -Inspire courage for 3 rounds (+1 to attack and damage rolls for all allies) -Bane for 1 minute (-1 to attack rolls for all enemies)
Leets d20+11=24 d20+6=23 d10+7=14 d10+7=10 Tuesday January 18th, 2005 1:47:39 PM
Attacked by no less than three wolves at the same time, Leets swings his club here and there to get rid of them, to no avail. Breathing deeply, he turns his mind to the inner world of his faith, and holy words of power come to his lips:
"Holy Father of the Taurs! Lead my arm and let your righteous wrath crush the evil's bones!"
"May Domi's power shine through my fist!"
Chaneling holy energy through his attack( smite evil), the Centaur paladin focuses on his first opponent (d4), with 24 and 23 to hit, and 14 and 10 damage.
The Wolves Unite, part 3. (DM Jim) d20+8=24 d20+6=23 d20+3=17 d20+3=5 d20+3=17 d20+15=26 3d6(5+3+2)+4=14 d20+15=28 3d6(2+1+2)+4=9 d20+12=25 d20+12=27 d20+12=15 d20+12=19 d20+12=17 d20+12=26 d20+12=31 d20+12=14 d20+12=26 d20+12=16 d20+12=21 d20+12=16 2d8(5+6)+4=15 2d8(8+7)+4=19 2d8(7+8)+4=19 2d8(1+3)+4=8 2d8(8+3)+4=15 2d8(1+7)+4=12 2d8(5+2)+4=11 2d8(1+4)+4=9 2d8(6+6)+4=16 2d8(1+7)+4=12 2d8(1+1)+4=6 2d8(2+1)+4=7 d20+13=22 d20+10=12 d8+5=6 d4+5=8 Tuesday January 18th, 2005 10:00:19 PM
Zeoll yells out for some assistance as he gets hit by the dire wolves again. He then sends his flaming sphere at the dire wolf(da) that is attacking Mikal. He then moves away from the wolves to give himself some breathing room, but casts a spell upon dire wolf(dc).
Brahmah tears into the worg once again trying to cut it's ties. He hits solidly with his first two attacks but finds only a little fur with the last two.
Solgrin sends his chain out to hit the dire wolf(df) as it moves into his range. He yells about almost being dead and then strikes out at the dire wolf(df) with his spiked chain.
Gecktar calls to Zeoll to keep up his fight and he will keep an eye on him. He then hits himself with another spell so that he can join the fray.
Flat-top swings his morningstar at dire wolf(d9), striking it for some good damage. He then rears up and brings his hooves crashing into dire wolf(d8) as he yells for them to just die already.
Toros sees how dire things are and moves to get a better position to use his bow. He finds a nice opening and fires off an arrow into dire wolf(de). Though the shot is good it does not do as much damage as he would have liked.
Kale drops down behind dire wolf(dc) and stabs it in the hindquarters. His attack is on it's mark and finds a good spot in the soft parts.
Kanchana steps over and lays some healing into Solgrin as he is the closer taur needing healing. She then reminds Gecktar that he needs to try and help out Zeoll if he can.
Leets channels divine power through his body to end in his club. He then smashes it into the closest dire wolf(d4). His club smashes in twice with great success and does some decent damage.
Croc brings his jaws snapping down on the dire wolf(de) that just moved into his range.
Paw'caw stays and watches from the tree, though she wishes that she could have be of help.
Managarm is AWOL.
Raz stays hidden having been given no orders to the otherwise.
Ilder is AWOL.
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The worg accepts the hits that fall upon it from the taur and growls in anger back. Then the jaws come in snapping at the taur with ferocity(hit: 26/28 and damage: 14/9).
Dire wolf(d1) throws himself at Brahmah as he moves forward. His jaws snap shut as he tries to rend flesh and bone(hit: 25 and damage: 15).
Dire wolf(d2&d3) find that the grasses will not relinquish their hold upon them.
Dire wolf(d4) growls and then bites back at Leets as his steps to the side of the second club swing. It goes for the nearest piece of flesh that it can reach to cause damage(hit: 27 and damage: 19).
Dire wolf(d5) moves forward and sends itself snapping at Brahmah being the first one that it comes across (hit: 15 and damage: 19).
Dire wolf(d6&d7) find the grasses wilting away around them and they are soon able to move. They both race into the combat before them. Dire wolf(d7) bodily throws himself at Leets as he jumps at his legs(hit: 19 and damage: 8). Dire wolf(d6) does more or less the same thing as it's partner, but it's attack is aimed at Managarm instead(hit: 17 and damage: 15).
Dire wolf(d8&d9) continue to press thier attack on Flat-top, trying to drive him back or better yet...kill him(hit: 26 and damage: 12 / hit: 31 and damage: 11).
Dire wolf(da) continues it's attack on the young Mikal, though it is starting to look a little ragged(hit: 14 and damage: 9).
Dire wolf(db) sees no other available target so he turns on Kale with a vengeance(hit: 26 and damage: 16).
Dire wolf(dc) sees that Zeoll is out of his reach for now and turns on the taur that had just hit him, so he bites at Kale(hit: 16 and damage: 12).
Dire wolf(dd) continues to fight the grasses as they hold him tight.
Dire wolf(de) slips around a possibly dead rodent and lunges at the crocodile(hit: 21 and damage: 6).
Dire wold(df) races forward and springs at Solgrin with all intentions of biting the taur, maybe something lethal(hit: 16 and damage: 7).
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Mikal continues his assault on the dire wolf(da) that had attacked Zeoll earlier and now turned on him. He brings his sword and then his dagger slashing in at the dire wolf trying to end it's life and save his own.
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If you are bit read the following: Highlight to display spoiler: {"Make a Fort DC 14 to avoid the possibility of infection for each bite."}
Worg AC: Highlight to display spoiler: {"20"}
Dire Wolf AC: Highlight to display spoiler: {"17"}
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Leets - I really need to see some AC and HP in your header with your character's name. It will help me in keeping track of HPs for everyone.
Ceil - I will also need the same thing posted with the animals that are involved in the fight so that I can keep an eye on them too.
Gecktar - Yes the dire wolves are now evil. That is why I have not had them move towards you to attack.
Zeoll was only hit by one of the two dire wolves. This means that he did not take the one set of damage.
Everyone - I would like to apologize for some rather lousy posts here lately. I have made some rather bad choices in information and stuff given out. For that I apologize to all of you and will do better in the future.
Toros AC 26 ( +3 from defensive fight) HP 47 d20=18 d6=6 d6=6 Tuesday January 18th, 2005 10:59:51 PM
Toros keeps his position, which helps him to target better. He shoots another arrow to the dire wolf "da", knowing that this will make good damage, if it hits. Menwhile, he is able to assume a defensive standing against any possible attacks.
After his shot, he will retreat to his original position near fire (K7), following the passage he used in the previous round.
Active spells -Inspire courage for 2 rounds (+1 to attack and damage rolls for all allies) -Bane for 1 minute (-1 to attack rolls for all enemies)
Zeoll (AC16, HP 36 of 46) (Inspired) 2d6(5+5)=10 2d6(1+1)+3=5 Tuesday January 18th, 2005 11:31:54 PM
Zeoll calls to his friends, "Sorrry, I'm not hurrt as bad as I thought. I'm ok."
Did his spell cast on wolf dc (hideous laughter) affect the wolf? Did his flaming sphere vs wolf da (the one fighting Mikal) have any effect?
Zeoll's flaming sphere continues to burn wolf da, he hopes (save vs. reflex DC 15 or take 10 hp damage). The liontaur casts an extended Produce Flame, which he then throws at wolf da, missing.
Brahmah (AC 21, 22/83hp) Wednesday January 19th, 2005 12:01:46 AM
-Entangle (Brahmah, tattoo) -Inspire courage for 2 rounds (Toros, +1 to attack and damage rolls for all allies)
The minotaur staggers and falls back between Kanchana and Managarm (only moving, nothing else). "Lioness I need healing." He says heavily.
Kale(ac 20, hp 60/44), levitate d20+5=19 d20+12=17 d8+6=9 3d6(5+6+5)=16 Wednesday January 19th, 2005 7:00:42 AM
(made fort save of 19)
taking a 5 ft step to the right, Kale once again lashes out wolf DC, just barely stabbing him with his shortsword(flanking on both wolf dc with Gecktar and de with Croc, hit ac 17 for 9 regular damage and 16 sneak attack damage for a total of 25 damage)
Flat-top(Ac 22 65/85hp) d6+1=7 d20+16=35 d20+16=20 d8+9=16 d8+9=17 d20+11=31 d20+11=18 d4+5=9 d4+5=8 Wednesday January 19th, 2005 9:12:53 AM
"I can see your life's blood draining from the both of you, So DIE!" yells Flat-top(he hit his tatoo once more healing himself of 7hp(already added)). He'll attack wolf(d9), then rear up and use his hoves to attack wolf(d8). "Don't mess with Taurs!" Yells a very mad Centaur,
OOC: Healing self for the second time 7hp' Attacking Wolf(d9) ac35 critical + ac20 - damages 16+17=33hp. Attacking Wolf(d8) with hoves ac31 & ac18(remember two hoves) - Damages 9+8=17hp.
Paw'caw(Ac 17 18/18Hp) Wednesday January 19th, 2005 9:23:27 AM
OOC: is it dawn yet?
Paw'caw is getting nervious now, if she could only see well enough to fly. She wants to help, so she flips her tail up and lets good a good big !GLOP!
Managram(Ac20 18/18hp) d20+8=24 d6+4=9 Wednesday January 19th, 2005 9:32:09 AM
Managram is now enraged, he again pop in to bite Wolf(d5) then pops back out again.
OOC: Attack AC 24 - Damages 9+1(bless)=10hp.
Roz (ac20 28/28hp) d20+4=22 2d4(4+4)+5=13 Wednesday January 19th, 2005 9:44:05 AM
The little (gold) dragon is getting moved around violently and emerge for under the hair of her master Solgum. She spies wolf attacking her master, She is so mad that for the first time she'll use Fire breath on Wolf(dF) setting his fur on fire.
Elder (ac14 -7/10hp) d20+5=24 d20+5=25 d4+4=8 d4+4=6 d4+4=8 d4+4=8 Wednesday January 19th, 2005 9:57:07 AM
The little weasel cannot make it back to the home pouch, the wolf reacted too fast and bit the little weasel. Who now lies on the ground dead (at -7).
Toros-OOC Wednesday January 19th, 2005 10:03:52 AM
Ceil I might be wrong but, I think Elder has received a fatal hit in the previous turn and its hits point is down to -7 or -8 already. Thus it needs urgent treatment in the following 1 or 2 rounds or it will die.
OOCeil: Your right, but since I didn't post the next day, I did not see that.
Croc (Ac20 37/37hp) d20+6=20 d12+7=17 Wednesday January 19th, 2005 10:15:20 AM
Croc is next to his master and is mad that he's hurt, so this little lizard will hit Wolf(dE)with his tail. "Grrr! Argrrr!" Now He'll have his jaws open showing his teeth.
OOC: Attack (with Tail whip) ac20 - Damages 17hp.
Leets d20+8=21 d20+3=16 d10+2=12 d10+2=11 d2=1 Wednesday January 19th, 2005 10:37:01 AM
Shaking the wolves that are biting deep in his flesh, Leets twists and turns on himself like a Centaur whirlwind.
With all the rage he can gather, he slams and slams again the dark beasts with his club (21 and 16 to hit, 12 and 11 damage for...d4.
Gecktar (AC 22 hp49) 3d8(7+7+8)+15=37 Wednesday January 19th, 2005 12:05:10 PM
Gecktar analyss the situation. On their side they are fighting three wolves but with only Kale and Mikal acting as fighter. Seeing Mikal wounds Gecktar makes a 5 foot step (to L6) and one more time uses his wand to cure Mikal this time (healing him 37hp)
Active spells : - Sanctuary (DC14 will save) 1 rounds - Protection from Evil 38 rounds - Morale bonus (Toros Chanting) - Divine Favor 9rd
Solgrin (HP 22/26 AC: 20 (mage armor)) 2d6(4+3)=7 Wednesday January 19th, 2005 5:55:24 PM
Solgrin takes and directs his flaming sphere in to Dire Wolf (DF).
Reflex save DC 16 or take DMG 7
Kanchana 3d8(7+8+7)+15=37 Wednesday January 19th, 2005 6:06:51 PM
Kanchana quickly heals Brahmah with one of her wands when he steps back next to her and asks for healing (heals 37HP to Brahmah).
"Brahmah is there any way for us to regroup closer to Flat-top and the wagon? We seem to be spread out too thinly," Kanchana speaks with a low voice.
Kanchana (addendum) Wednesday January 19th, 2005 6:08:17 PM
Kanchana (HP 44/44, AC 19)
The Wolves Unite, part 4. (DM Jim) d20+2=6 d20+2=14 d20+2=19 d20+8=16 d20+8=22 d20+12=20 d20+12=18 d20+12=19 d20+12=25 d20+12=22 d20+12=17 d20+12=22 d20+12=31 d20+12=22 d20+12=16 d20+12=16 2d8(7+5)+4=16 2d8(2+3)+4=9 2d8(1+3)+4=8 2d8(5+1)+4=10 2d8(5+5)+4=14 2d8(1+1)+4=6 2d8(7+5)+4=16 2d8(7+2)+4=13 2d8(5+8)+4=17 2d8(3+8)+4=15 2d8(2+7)+4=13 d20+13=22 d20+10=28 d8+5=7 d4+5=8 d4=2 Wednesday January 19th, 2005 9:52:58 PM
Zeoll lets those with the healing ability know that he was not hurt as bad as he though. He then sends his flaming sphere after dire wolf(db) which hits and burns the dire wolf. He then casts a spell that leaves a flame in his hand, which he throws at dire wolf(db).
Brahmah staggers back as he is dropped low with all the sudden attacks upon him. He calls out for healing from Kanchana if she hears him.
Solgrin directs his flaming sphere to attack dire wolf(df) as it makes another attack, missing as the dire wolf moves.
Gecktar analyzes the battle as it stands at this time and shakes his head with all the confusion. He moves forward and pours some healing into Mikal as he fights on with the dire wolf.
Flat-top swings his morningstar at dire wolf(d9), striking it for some good damage. He then rears up and brings his hooves crashing into dire wolf(d8) as he yells at both of them to not mess with taurs and die already.
Toros fires off an arrow into dire wolf(da), plunking it directly into it's butt. He then moves back into a better position near the fire.
Kale rips back into dire wolf(dc) with his sword. His attack is a success scoring some good damage on the dire wolf.
Kanchana sends healing into Brahmah as he takes a step back to stand near her. She also makes a suggestion about trying to regroup near Flat-top.
Leets just turns into a dervish as he lays into the dire wolf(d4) with his club. The attacks have set him off and he wants to end it quickly.
Croc snaps his tail around to connect solidly with dire wolf(de)'s face. He then opens up his mouth as if inviting the dire wolf to hop inside.
Paw'caw sees the light start to slowly rise up from the east. She lets a little poo fly as she waits for her moment.
Managarm does his little teleporting trick and bites in at the dire wolf(d5)'s backside. He then blinks back to his normal position and growls.
Raz pops out of her hiding place and hisses at the dire wolf, trying her best to be a real dragon. Unfortunately for her she has not breath abilities to speak of.
Ilder lays on the ground and continues to bleed out his lifeblood.
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The worg decides to stand his ground as he watches Brahmah move back and away from him.
Dire wolf(d1) moves forward and attacks Kanchana when Brahmah moves back(hit: 20 and damage: 16).
Dire wolf(d2&d3) find that the grasses will not relinquish their hold upon them.
Dire wolf(d4) takes anotber strike at Leets as he flies into a rage(hit: 18 and damage: 9).
Dire wolf(d5) moves forward and sends itself snapping at Brahmah(hit: 19 and damage: 8).
Dire wolf(d6) makes a straight line towards Flat-top's exposed back(hit: 25 and damage: 10).
Dire wolf(d7) slips by Leets and goes after Managarm with a vengeance(hit: 22 and damage: 14).
Dire wolf(d8&d9) find themselves joined by another dire wolf and press thier own attacks(hit: 17 and damage: 6 / hit: 22 and damage: 16).
Dire wolf(da) slumps to the ground dying.
Dire wolf(db) sees no other available target so he turns on Mikal with a vengeance(hit: 31 and damage: 13).
Dire wolf(dc) moves over and continues his attack on Kale(hit: 22 and damage: 17).
Dire wolf(dd) continues to fight the grasses as they hold him tight.
Dire wolf(de) bites at the crocodile again as it is whipped in the face(hit: 16 and damage: 15).
Dire wold(df) continues to attack Solgrin as he directs his flaming sphere(hit: 16 and damage: 13).
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Mikal brings his weapons to bear upon the dire wolf(db) as he moves over some. He gives a nod to Gecktar as he pours some healing into his body.
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If you are bit read the following: Highlight to display spoiler: {"Make a Fort DC 14 to avoid the possibility of infection for each bite."}
Worg AC: Highlight to display spoiler: {"20"}
Dire Wolf AC: Highlight to display spoiler: {"17"}
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Leets - I really need to see some AC and HP in your header with your character's name. It will help me in keeping track of HPs for everyone.
Ceil - During battle you can post everyday for the animals if you like. Especially if they are fighting.
Zeoll - Forgot to mention it in my post that the spell, hidious laughter, had no effect upon the dire wolf.
Kanchana (HP 28/44, AC 19) d20+8=21 d20+6=20 d20=7 d20=12 d8=5 Wednesday January 19th, 2005 10:38:50 PM
Kanchana hasn't been able to keep track of poor Ilder, so she most likely hasn't realized that her little companion is dying.
Then she finds one of those cursed abominations right up in her face. Kanchana is furious. She lashes out with every weapon she has (Taur multi attack). Her scimitar draws blood but her claw attacks miss. Kanchana makes a disappointed, rumbling, growling sound. It sounds awful primal. She eyes the blighted wolf menacingly.
(Fort check 21, attack (scimitar) AC20, does a mere 5HP of dmg; Attack claws (x2 paws, both at -5) AC 7 and AC 12, both miss.)
Zeoll (AC16, HP 36 of 46) (Inspired) 2d6(2+4)=6 d20+3=9 Wednesday January 19th, 2005 10:58:53 PM
Zeoll worries about Flat-top. "Flat-top! Withdrraw! Come overr to us!" he shouts.
He directs his flaming sphere to wolf dc (reflex save DC 15 or take 6 damage) (move action). Then Zeoll throws another flame at the same wolf dc, but that misses (hit AC9, which fails even for a touch attack).
[LOL! My to hit roll last time was 2d6+3 instead of 1d20+3! No wonder I missed! What an idiot I am!]
[Jim, what's the wolves' AC vs a ranged touch attack?]
Finally, Zeoll encourages his Croc -- "Good boy!"
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Spells used: Charm Animal, Entangle, Extended Flaming Sphere (4 rounds of 6), Extended Produce Flame (2 rounds of 6), Hideous Laughter.
Toros Wednesday January 19th, 2005 11:09:03 PM
Having noticed that the poor weasel lays on the ground and is almost dead, Toros uses his magical skills to lift the tiny animal from the ground and move to a safer place so that it can be healed. (use mage hand to move Ilder to K9) Meanwhile Toros will make a 5-step move to K8 so that Ilder will be at his reach, when it starts landing. When it safely lands on, he will ask Kanchana's help to heal it.
OOC: I have no sense of the weight of Ilder and assume that it is less than 5lb. and "mage hand" can lift it. If it is not I will have to change my post. Could you please confirm that Toros can act like that? Also is the 15ft movement range limit ok, or the spell ends, when Ilder is still on the air? If so Toros will have to ask the help of Zeoll to catch Ilder on the air!!
Brahmah (AC 21, 59/83hp) d20+12=18 d20+14=29 d20+7=26 d20+7=24 d20+9=23 2d4(4+3)+8=15 2d4(4+2)+8=14 2d4(4+4)+8=16 d6+5=6 d6+5=8 Thursday January 20th, 2005 12:32:52 AM
-Entangle (Brahmah, tattoo) -Inspire courage for 1 round (Toros, +1 to attack and damage rolls for all allies
Brahmah shakes his head in response. "No, the fire is the center of combat. We stand here." The snapping jaws rattle him slightly.
The ranger fights strikes out, splitting his attacks between d5 and d1. (Hits AC 18 and 26(crit 24) on d5, with falchion, for 15 and 30 damage) (Hits AC 29 and 23 on d1, with kukri, for 6 and 8 damage)
Leets (AC 21, HP 18) d20+10=15 d20+8=22 d20+3=13 d10+2=12 d10+2=7 Thursday January 20th, 2005 2:47:57 AM
Bitten several times and bleeding seriously, Leets decides not to give up to those beasts. He knows his friends are behind him...He wil first end with his own beast, and will then see what he can do... Short of breath, Leets lift his club and once more strikes the wolf (d4), with 22 and 13 to hit, 12 and 7 damage (fortitude 15).
Gecktar (AC22 hp49) d20+12=19 Thursday January 20th, 2005 5:42:22 AM
Gecktar makes a five foot step (going to M7) an smite heavily the dire wolf (dc) flanking him as it is facing Kale. Hit AC 19 for
Gecktar (continued...) 2d6(5+6)+6=17 Thursday January 20th, 2005 5:46:05 AM
damage 17
(OOC sorry I really have two left hands...)
Flat-top (Ac22 35/85hp) d6+1=6 d20+6=22 d20+16=18 d8+9=13 d20+10=21 Thursday January 20th, 2005 7:43:13 AM
Flat-top after being attack from behind, He will jump over the wolf (jump 22) going over to where Leets is, at the same time Hit his tatoo (for 6hp of healing). Now! He'll continue his swing attaking Wolf(d7). "Move over Lowly Dog! Let a Centaut in!" Flat-top is putting on a Brave face.
Paw'caw (Ac 17 18/18hp) Thursday January 20th, 2005 8:26:08 AM
Paw'caw can now see a little better, but not for flying. She want to go down to be with her master, but must wait a little longer. So she paces back and fort on the branch.
Managram (Ac20 4/18hp) Thursday January 20th, 2005 8:29:59 AM
As soon as the wolf bit him, Managran will disapear, *PoP!* He does not reapear any where.
Rozocu (Ac20 28/28hp) d20+4=18 2d6(3+3)+2=8 Thursday January 20th, 2005 8:45:17 AM
Roz is trying ber best to breath fire, But only little puff of smoke rushes out of her mouth. She will take off to claw the wolf that attack he master (dF). as she nears him she puts out her Claws and aims for his back. Them heads back to her master.
Claw attack Ac18 - Damages 8hp.
Elder (ac -8/10hp) Thursday January 20th, 2005 8:50:16 AM
Elder bleeds.
OOC: Toros - Elder is a small young weasel less than a year old when found. He is 6 to 8 inches long, and weight about 3 to 5 lbs. but very fast and brave, but not fast enough.
Croc (Ac 20 37/37hp) d20+8=21 d8+9=16 Thursday January 20th, 2005 8:58:21 AM
Crock facinf the wolf(dE) growls at him again, "Grrr! Argg!". then he attacks again rushing in and goes for any part he can bite.
OCC: attack Ac 21 - Damages 16hp.
Toros AC 26 ( +3 from defensive fight) HP 47 Thursday January 20th, 2005 9:28:01 AM
OOC: Thank you Ceil. So, I hope Mage Hand can lift Elder without any problem.
The magical force lifts Elder and carries to the maximum distance (K9). Meanwhile Toros will call the attention of Kanchana to care and cure the poor weasel:
"Kanchana, Elder is at your back... needs your healing!"
Until Kanchana can take care after Elder, or Toros can safely move it to where he wants (K9) Toros will concentrate on the spell he has casted. Toros will also make a 5-step move to K8 so that Ilder will be at his reach, and, if, for some reason, Kanchana cannot cure Elder, he will try to catch and hold Elder to protect from any more damage. If Elder can be cured, he will let it go freely.
Toros still keeps a defensive posture (+3 to AC) and feels the tunes of his inspiring chant (+1 to attack and damage rolls), althought it has started to slowly fade away.
Active spells -Inspire courage for 1 rounds (+1 to attack and damage rolls for all allies) -Bane for 1 minute (-1 to attack rolls for all enemies)
OOC: Dear DM, for Inspire Courage is it the last round or it has 1 last round after this one? Also, when does Bane expire, actually does it have any impact on any wolf any way?
Kale(ac 20, hp 60/27), levitate d20+5=8 d20+5=24 d20+12=30 d8+6=9 3d6(5+6+3)=14 Thursday January 20th, 2005 10:05:42 AM
(fort save of 8, used hero point to reroll of 24)
Kale, tired of being chewed on, was about to tell Gecktar to get back in the fight, but seeing his friend read his mind, Kale smiles and continues to stab away with his shortsword.(with Gecktar moving back, Kale is flanking wolf DC and DE. if Gecktar killed wolf DC then apply my attack to wolf DE, otherwise my attack goes against wolf DC. hit AC 30 for 9 regular damage and 14 sneak attack damage for a total of 23 damage)
Solgrin (HP 22/26 AC: 20 (mage armor)) 2d6(2+5)=7 5d6(6+1+4+2+6)=19 d20+8=27 Thursday January 20th, 2005 5:33:07 PM
Solgrin directs the flaming sphere at Dire Wolf DF agian.
Reflex save DC 16 or take DMG 7
Solgrin then casts fireball centering it as to catch Dire Wolves (d1, df)the Worg and not catch any of the chosen. (dmg 19, reflex save DC17 for half damage)
**** Concentration: 27 ****
Kanchana Thursday January 20th, 2005 6:14:26 PM
Kanchana heard Toros, "Toros I cannot back up nor turn around. I cannot help Ilder, because of these cursed creatures." Kanchana doesn't 'ignore' the wolf for very long; a second or two, she sees Zeoll directly behind her. "Zeoll, can you bandage Ilder please? I cannot reach him yet." Kanchana hopes that Zeoll knows a little bit about bandaging wounds to stop the bleeding.
The Wolves Unite, part 5. (DM Jim) d20+8=22 d20+8=17 d20+8=26 d20+8=20 d20+8=14 d20+10=28 d20+13=20 d20+10=28 d8+5=12 d4+5=8 d20+12=15 d20+12=31 d20+12=32 d20+12=22 d20+12=25 d20+12=30 d20+12=28 d20+12=13 d20+12=24 2d8(3+5)+4=12 2d8(6+1)+4=11 2d8(3+3)+4=10 2d8(1+5)+4=10 2d8(1+2)+4=7 4d8(2+1+4+5)+4=16 2d8(5+6)+4=15 2d8(5+6)+4=15 Thursday January 20th, 2005 8:02:23 PM
Zeoll sends his flaming sphere after dire wolf(dc) which misses the wolf this time around. He then casts another flame at dire wolf(db). He misses with the flame. He does take the time to encourage his croc for his success.
Brahmah calls for them to hold their ground by the fire and then splits his attacks between the two targets before him. All of his attacks are on target this time and he sends out a prayer and thanks to Domi.
Solgrin directs his flaming sphere to attack dire wolf(df), this time it hits the wolf. He then throws one of his more potent spells into the fray. A large fireball impacts into the ground sending flames all about, but not touching The Chosen.
Gecktar slams his own attack into the dire wolf(dc) and seems to have hope that it is just about done in.
Flat-top jumps over the newest dire wolf to have come up behind him. He moves over to help out Leets who seems to be in trouble. He brings his morningstar to land heavily upon the dire wolf(d7)'s body.
Toros is able through the use of his magical arts to move little Ilder up behind Kanchana. He calls out to her so that she knows that her friend is behind her and in need of help.
Kale stabs back into dire wolf(dc) with his sword. His attack combined with Gecktars is enough to put the wolf down and out of the fight.
Kanchana rips into the dire wolf(d1) with her scimitar, doing a little damage. Her claws are another story as she misses the big wolf. She then inquires if Zeoll can help out her poor Ilder who is hurt and bleeding to death.
Leets takes out as much of his anger on dire wolf(d4) with his club as he can. His attacks send the dire wolf to the ground, beat and bloody.
Croc's jaws snap shut on the dire wolf before him with the power of his kind. It neatly takes the dire wolve's head off, sending a spray of blood to the right.
Paw'caw now has the light that she needs to at least fly around. She is more than happy to be able to finally help out in the battle.
Managarm pops out of the battle to not return as he has taken all that he cares to take in this fight.
Raz takes to wing and buries her claws into the dire wolf(df) that would dare attack her msater.
Ilder slowly floats through the air to land behind Zeoll, but is still bleeding out.
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The worg rises from the fire a little burned but still in the fight, but he moves away a little to give himself some room.
Dire wolf(d1) bites at Kanchana again as it is engulfed in flames from the back(hit: 15 and damage: 12).
Dire wolf(d2&d3) find that the grasses will not relinquish their hold upon them.
Dire wolf(d4) drops heavily to the ground dying or dead.
Dire wolf(d5) pushes it's attack on Brahmah as it has flames licking at it's backside(hit: 31 and damage: 11).
Dire wolf(d6) turns and goes after the nearest target, which is Mikal(hit: 32*crit22* and damage: 7*crit16*).
Dire wolf(d7) turns on Flat-top as he comes running up(hit: 25 and damage: 10).
Dire wolf(d8&d9) both follow suit with the other dire wolf and head for little Mikal(hit: 30 and damage: 10 / hit: 28 and damage: 7).
Dire wolf(da) is dead.
Dire wolf(db) turns fully on Mikal biting at him for the killing blow(hit: 13 and damage: 15).
Dire wolf(dc) slumps to the ground.
Dire wolf(dd) continues to fight the grasses as they hold him tight.
Dire wolf(de) has it's head ripped off by the crocodile.
Dire wold(df) attacks Solgrin again as he pulls out fire from his arsenal(hit: 24 and damage: 15).
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Mikal once again brings his weapons to bear on dire wolf(db), scoring some good damage.
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If you are bit read the following: Highlight to display spoiler: {"Make a Fort DC 14 to avoid the possibility of infection for each bite."}
Worg AC: Highlight to display spoiler: {"20"}
Dire Wolf AC: Highlight to display spoiler: {"17"}
Dire Wolf touch AC: Highlight to display spoiler: {"15"}
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Toros - It should expire after this post here. Yes bane has been helping out to a precentage.
Toros-OOC Thursday January 20th, 2005 10:33:42 PM
Dear DM, different from the previous rounds, we have not received an email for the new battlemap. Just for your information...
Toros AC 26 ( +3 from defensive fight) HP 47 d8=8 Thursday January 20th, 2005 10:54:37 PM
Toros will channel some of his stored healing power to the little body of Elder (cast cure light wounds instead of domain spell), 8+1, 9 hps regain. He hopes that this will be enough for the brave weasel to stand up again and finds its way for safety.
He still keeps a defensive position and bane spell is still active.
He has already dropped his longbow and will withdraw his melee weapon to use for the next round.
Brahmah (AC 21, 48/83hp) d20+12=21 d20+14=29 d20+7=24 d20+7=20 d20+9=10 2d4(1+1)+8=10 d6+5=10 2d4(1+2)+8=11 2d4(4+1)+8=13 Thursday January 20th, 2005 11:21:22 PM
-Entangle (Brahmah, tattoo) -Inspire courage final round (Toros, +1 to attack and damage rolls for all allies
Brahmah continues in on d5. (AC 21, 29, 24(crit) and 10, for 10, 10, 24 and miss damage) If one attack drops d5, Brahmah will shift his following attack to d1.
Gecktar (AC22 hp49) 3d8(4+3+6)+15=28 Friday January 21st, 2005 3:16:41 AM
The situaion seems to get out of control as the poor Mikal is assaulted by four wolves. Seriously hurt, Mikal's life seems to flows from his multiples wounds.
Gecktar has no choice, he turns to Mikal and taps him with his wand so as to close some wounds. (heal him 28hp)
Gecktar then cries for some help : "Help here ! Mikal is facing four wolves !"
Zeoll (AC16, HP 36 of 46) 2d6(5+4)=9 Friday January 21st, 2005 9:41:20 AM
Zeoll turns and casts a Cure Minor Wounds spell on Ilder, which should keep him stable until someone with a wand could get near.
Then he directs his flaming sphere at wold db (reflex save DC 15 or take 9 damage).
"Good job!" he tells Croc!
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Spells used: Charm Animal, Entangle, Extended Flaming Sphere (5 rounds of 6), Extended Produce Flame (2 min of 6), Hideous Laughter, Cure Minor Wounds.
Kale(ac 20, hp 60/27), levitate d20+11=26 d8+5=12 3d6(6+1+1)=8 Friday January 21st, 2005 10:06:53 AM
flicking the blood off his sword, Kale moves over to help Kachanga(moves to square N12) and stabe the wolf in the back(flanking on wolf df with Kachanga, hit AC 26 for 12 reg. damage and 8 sneak attack damage) "Ive got your back." he tells Kachanga. "Do what you have to do."
Flat-top (Ac22 23/85hp) d20+16=30 d8+9=14 d8+16=24 d8+11=12 d4+5=7 Friday January 21st, 2005 10:43:55 AM
Flat-top touches his tattoo once again, but nothing happens (He can only use the Tattoo three time a day). "Oh! Oh! My tattoo just ran out of magic!" He tells the others.
But he does swing at Wolf(d7) with his Morningstar(Attack Ac30 - Damages 14hp) them rears again does more danages. (Hooves attack Ac24 & Ac12 - Hoove damages 7hp)
Paw'caw(AC 17 18/18hp) d20+5=17 d6+5=10 d20+15=31 Friday January 21st, 2005 11:14:34 AM
Paw'caw will take off into the air and dive for the Wolf(d5)Both claws and then lift off into the sky. Looking for more trouble.
Managram Friday January 21st, 2005 11:18:45 AM
OOC: Managram will be back in twenty four hours, all cured.
Roz (ac 20 28/28hp) d20+5=25 d20+5=23 2d6(3+5)+2=10 2d6(2+5)+2=9 Friday January 21st, 2005 11:29:57 AM
Roz hovers over Solgum head watching, She then sees that Wolf(dF) hurt her master, She'll will attack that wolf(dF) with her claws. Then goes back to hover over her master and will look for her next enermy.
OOC Claw Attack AC 25 critical & AC 23 - Damages 10+9=19hp.
Elder(Ac14 +1/10hp) Friday January 21st, 2005 11:32:45 AM
Elder starts to breath again and move a little.
Croc(Ac 20 37/37hp) d20+6=23 d12+7=14 Friday January 21st, 2005 11:42:13 AM
After badly wounding the wolf(dE) who's head is still in Croc mouth, He'll whip his tail at wolf(dE) hoping to make that wolf back off.
OCC Attack(wipping tail) AC 23 - Damages 14hp.
Leets (AC 21, HP 31) Friday January 21st, 2005 2:58:03 PM
Taking three seconds to look around him as his opponent falls to the ground, Leets channels some of his holy power to stop the bleeding from his wounds (healing 14 HP).
Then, he prepares for another fight as he moves to help Flat-Top...
Kanchana (HP 28/44, AC 19) 3d8(4+7+7)+15=33 Friday January 21st, 2005 6:17:34 PM
Kanchana scoops up Ilder and places him in his nest-pouch, which she ties securely shut! There is some food for the little weasel in the pouch.
"Ilder you will need to rest, until I can heal you."
Kanchana reaches out and touches her healing wand to Solgrin (Heals 33HP).
"Thank you Kale!" Kanchana says with relief she needed the breathing room.
Solgrin (HP 26/26 AC: 20 (mage armor)) d20+2=22 d20+8=26 5d4(4+3+2+4+3)=16 Friday January 21st, 2005 7:28:04 PM
Solgrin cries out in pain as the dire wolf bites him. (fort save 22)
Solgrin then gets the look of death in his eyes as he casts a spell (burning hands) targeting the dire wolves in front of him and Kanchana without hitting Kanchana. (dmg 16, reflex save DC 15 for half)
"Thanks for the healing Kanchana. Rozca stay out f their reach and stay safe." Solgrin calls out.
He Who Runs Away.... (DM Jim) d20+8=14 d20+8=18 d20+8=12 Friday January 21st, 2005 9:17:28 PM
Zeoll sends the minorest healing that he can into Ilder so that he can be saved when the group is not in so much trouble. He then sends his flaming sphere at dire wolf(db), slaming it it. He also congratulates croc on his feat.
Brahmah pulls out all his attacks upon dire wolf(d5). That dire wolf drops and so he turns his last two attacks upon dire wolf(d1).
Solgrin is bitten so he sends a burning hands spell into the two dire wolves(df&d1), causing pain for the one but the other is already dead.
Gecktar pours healing into the labored Mikal who is showing signs of wear.
Flat-top finds his tattoo out of magic so he slams his morningstar into dire wolf(d7). He then rears up and strikes with one of his hooves successfully.
Toros heals up little Ilder and then pulls out his melee weapon after dropping his bow.
Kale moves over and aids Kanchana with the dire wolf(df) that stands near her. He stabs it in the hindquarters for some damage that puts the wolf in bad looking shape.
Kanchana gathers up little Ilder and secures him in his nest. She then taps Solgrin for some healing. She thanks Zeoll for his healing but did not notice that Gecktar helped out as well.
Leets applies a little healing to himself and then turns to start another fight.
Croc snaps his tail into an already dead dire wolf(de).
Paw'caw pulls out of the dive to find that she missed the dire wolf(d5) as it falls before she gets there.
Managarm does not return.
Raz surprises everyone as she kills of dire wolf(df) with her claw attacks.
Ilder stands weakly after what little healing he has gotten(2hp).
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The worg lets out a howl of rage and then another howl right after it. He then takes off at a dead run away.
All the living dire wolves also start a full retreat making good their escape. The dead ones still lay about on the ground where they fell.
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Mikal leans heavily on his sword and breathes heavily. "That was interesting." He looks to the Chosen and laughs lightly. "Well things are never dull around you lot I suppose."
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Congratulations, some experience will come soon. :)
Brahmah (48/83hp) Saturday January 22nd, 2005 1:03:06 AM
Brahmah sheathes his swords and starts issuing suggestions. "Clean up, heal, feed and we move. We've slept enough this day. Marteaus has the Wolds best trackers on us. The wolves merely regroup and return."
Gecktar d20+7=25 d20+7=13 d20+7=16 d20+7=9 d20+7=27 Saturday January 22nd, 2005 3:30:47 AM
Gecktar immediately asks someone to start a fire so they can make some water boil. Taking his newly acquired healing kit he begins to take every chosen and Mikal and clean their wounds to avoid the disease to take place.
some healing checks (25-13-16-9-27)
Toros 5d20(18+15+1+2+3)=39 Saturday January 22nd, 2005 5:11:16 AM
Toros collects his used arrows and some fur of the dead dire wolf for his totem bag. Then he tells his admiration to all, who fought very well against the dire things. Especially Kale's levitation, and Mikhal's fighting skills and Solgrin's fire bomb have impressed him a lot. While he is talking with others, he also helps Gecktar for his healing checks, (first 2 >10, other three < 10).
Toros will also check whether the dire wolves are still living or not.
(OOC: Are there any still alive dire wolves?)
He also asks Kanchana whether they can do anything for the diseased dire wolves, if they are not dead already, perhaps they can be healed also from the disease of Marteus.
OOC: DeaR DM. Perhaps I missed a previous point but could you please explain the reason that the biten ones had to do fortitude checks. If they would have failed what would have been the consequences? Also the entangle spell has ceased to exist where there were d6 and d7. Was it because of some spell affect or just the wolves managed to get rid of from the affect of the spell?
Used spells: bane, mage hand, cure light wounds (instead od domain spell), inspire courage.
Flat-top (AC22 23/85hp) Saturday January 22nd, 2005 10:37:50 AM
Flat-top yells at the retreating Wolves, "RUN! you bucket of Puss! Run back to your Yellow bellie Master!" Then he look at Brahmah, "Well I'm glad I got that off my chest, Oh! Yes the mules are alright."
Flat-top walks over to Kanchana, "Kitten! WOUld you please hit me with your healing wand, not too hard now!" then steals a kiss from her.
Paw'caw(ceil) Saturday January 22nd, 2005 10:42:33 AM
The golden eagle flies up into tje sky, very confused?? she know she had her talongs aim right?? but the wolf was gone, not there?? Oh! Well might as well hunt for Breackfast.
Off she flies for food.
Managran(ceil) Saturday January 22nd, 2005 10:44:26 AM
Managran being a celestral Dog will be back in a day.
Raz(ceil) Saturday January 22nd, 2005 10:48:50 AM
Raz is flying about three feet above Solgum head, She sees that the danger to her master is over and she is very tired. So she'll go back to her cozy place under her master haid, then coil around his neck. Fall fast to sleep.
Elder(ceil) ac14 2/10hp)) Saturday January 22nd, 2005 10:55:20 AM
Elder is in his nest, hugging a yellow pine(apple)cone, sleeping.
OOC: DM in my rush to post for elder, I forget to roll a Fort save for the little weasel, so just maybe he might be infected. Sorry>
Croc(ceil) Saturday January 22nd, 2005 11:04:11 AM
Croc is not letting go of the dead wolf he has in his mouth. He twist this way, that way and rolls.
OOC; I guess Zeoll will have to have a talk with Croc?
Kanchana 3d8(4+6+6)+15=31 3d8(1+8+1)+15=25 3d8(6+3+2)+15=26 d8+3=5 3d8(8+4+7)+15=34 d20+3=10 d20+12=21 Saturday January 22nd, 2005 7:33:17 PM
((OBS! Healing multiple people ine one post to save time.))
Kanchana (Heals 25HP) Brahmah (Heals 34HP) Flat-top (Heals 31+26 = 57HP) Ilder (Heals 5HP) (I need to know Ilder's max HP please)
Kanchana set to healing those who have asked her for healing. She will leave others to Gecktar to help, so the duty will be divided some between both healers. Kanchana still hasn't realized that Gecktar has helped to save Ilder's life, because that was done behind her, so she couldn't see that. Kanchana will take Ilder out of his nest to see if he still has any serious injuries or any deep bites (searching for signs of infection.)
"Anyone who was bitten, I need to know if you feel sick at all. You must not hesitate to tell me or Gecktar. The sickness those great wolves have is ultimately fatal."
"Toros, the great wolves cannot be healed. They have only a long and painful death to look forward to; and Marteaus to thank for that."
(Search 10, Heal 21 (searching for signs of infection on/in (?) Ilder.))
Kanchana (addendum) Saturday January 22nd, 2005 7:35:14 PM
((Oops! I see Ilder's max HP is 10. I missed that initially, sorry!))
Zeoll (AC16, HP 36 of 46) d20+5=24 Saturday January 22nd, 2005 8:56:06 PM
Zeoll takes a look at the fallen wolves. He wonders if their pelts are in good shape. If so, he skins and prepares them. (Survival 24, woot!)
He lets Croc have his wolf. "Good boy!" he tells the reptile. "You earrned yourr lunch!"
Zeoll asks Kanchana to take a look at his wounds. "I fearr that a wolf-bite might have given me a disease." [The liontaur missed a save or two.]
Questions and Answers. (DM Jim) Saturday January 22nd, 2005 9:14:30 PM
None of the dire wolves that remain are alive. Even the ones that had been trapped in the entangle spell somehow have gotten away.
Dire wolf(d7&d6) got out due to some unknown force that acted upon only a piece of the entangles area.
The fort checks were there for a purpose in that rabies is highly contagious, but I gave a low DC due to the influences of Domi on The Chosen.
Toros Sunday January 23rd, 2005 6:36:10 AM
OOC- Thank you Jim
Having moved around the battlefield Toros has noticed that the piece of land that has seemed to be suddenly separated from the entangled area. He speculates on that..:
"The area where the wolves that attacked Leets and Managram has come, seemed to be under some strange force that has ended the affect of the entangle spell on that piece of land... As this cannot be done by the wolves and the worg I think we have had some other guests around us together with the wolves...
It is really a disturbing feeling when I think that these dire things were acting together with some capable spellcasters. Perhaps these were also the ones who infected the wolves with that disease and caused them to attack us.
Can anyone understand what might have happened here, from the remainings of magic and trails ...
And perhaps if Paw'caw flies over the area we can learn some more about what has been happening tonight??
Does anyone have a suggestion?"
Leets Sunday January 23rd, 2005 1:06:57 PM
Leets falls on his back legs, and gets a dirty look at his wounds. The wolves have been biting him deeply, and he will soon have new scars...
"I have no idea about the one who influenced the flight, but he sure doesn't want us to arrive in this city..."
Solgrin Sunday January 23rd, 2005 3:07:03 PM
Solgrin looks around at the campsite then starts to agther up everyones gear so that the Chosen can break camp quickly. Solgrin separates everything into individual piles based upon where the items were found. He then checks his gear o see that everything is ready then pulls out his spellbook and finishes his studying.
Kanchana d8+3=4 d20+12=14 d20+15=20 Sunday January 23rd, 2005 3:27:33 PM
Kanchana goes to Zeoll and checks his wounds. She notes that he will need a little magical healing as well (Heals Zeoll 4HP). She uses her healing skills to check Zeoll's wounds for signs of infection (Heal 14).
"Zeoll, tell me immediately if you feel ill, dizzy or feverish - and especially if you see any signs of redness or puss where you were wounded."
Kanchana will get all of her gear together and be immediately ready to leave.
"There might be a problem with us travelling and not having many spells left, but we will have to take the risk I suppose."
Kanchana walks off to the direction that the wolves escaped to. She looks for tracks (Survival 20).
"I am going to follow these tracks for a little. If they head in the direction we need to go then I suggestion we hunt these abominations down and destroy them before they do more harm," Kanchana announces resolutely.
Kale(ac 20, hp 60/37), 2d8(2+5)+3=10 Monday January 24th, 2005 10:53:36 AM
annoyed that no one offered to heal him, Kale doesnt even ask anyone, he just pulls out a potion and drinks it down(heals back 10 pts). then, seeing Kachanga getting ready to leave, Kale starts to go with her, but changes his mind at the last second and sits down for a moment and watches her leave.
((Kanchana: OOC, Healing)) Monday January 24th, 2005 2:40:11 PM
((Oops, so sorry Sam. Kanchana wouldn't have missed Kale's very noticable wounds (37/60HP), since he crossed her line of sight during battle. I will certainly fix that next post!))
Brahmah Monday January 24th, 2005 5:56:16 PM
The minotaur gathers his gear and waits for the others to do the same. He watches the human carefully.
Flat-top Monday January 24th, 2005 6:46:36 PM
"Ah! thank you Kanchana, I fell somuch better!" he tell the female weimic. But he does notice Kale as he sit down.
Flat-top trots over to him, "Did you get hurt, Kale? Why did you not ask Kanchana for some healing? Are you strong enough to go after her? Maybe I should call her back!" Flat-top is consern for his friend.
Following the Path to Platueau. (DM Jim) Monday January 24th, 2005 9:20:07 PM
The others go about getting packed up and healed as Mikal leans on his sword. He looks to the Chosen as Brahmah regards him and give a weak smile. "Did I do something wrong?" He does take the time to pull out a potion and drink it down with a sigh.
Kanchana finds that the dire wolves have traveled off to the right of the direction that they are going. Though she does not follow the tracks too far as it would not be wise.
Mikal looks to the group as he gets the mules ready to go as well. "I have a few extra healing potions if anyone is interested?" He holds out his hand which holds four potions. "Do we leave now?"
Toros d20=17 Monday January 24th, 2005 9:32:57 PM
"Mikal, I would be happy, if I can get one of these potions, unless anyoneelse does need - just in case... Thank you."
Before packing up and leaving, Toros will also spend time to look around for anything that does not fit to the natural setting surrounding them. He is still suspicious and uncomfortable about the fact that some spellcasters may be or have been around to direct the dire wolves to attack Chosen. He wants to be prepared to the next counter as much as he can.
(search, 17)
Gecktar 2d8(4+5)+4=13 2d8(6+7)+4=17 2d8(3+3)+4=10 2d8(6+1)+4=11 Tuesday January 25th, 2005 3:04:40 AM
As Kanchana heals some of the Chosen, Gecktar heals the other.
He calls for the energy of Domi to heal Kale (healing 13hp), Leets who probably needs some healing too, and at last Zeoll (healing him 11 hp)
(OOC spontaneously cast cure moderate wounds)
Now everybody seems to be healed, (Gecktar takes a look around to see if he forget someone) he pack his gear and ready himself to leave.
"Now my friends, I just hope that we don't find to much troubles as I don't have any more spell ready for now. Just have to be confident in the ways Domi shows us"
Gecktar (continue...) Tuesday January 25th, 2005 3:07:01 AM
Just to say that Leets is healed of 17 hp and Zeoll only 10
(the last roll should not have been rolled)
Brahmah (fully healed) Tuesday January 25th, 2005 3:57:43 AM
Brahmah answers the human with a sigh. "Nothing wrong, lets move." Brahmah says little more to the boy.
The leader takes point as they move, he would like Kanchana to take up a position behind him.
"Mikal, stay with Toros and Gecktar." He says, not looking at the human.
Solgrin Tuesday January 25th, 2005 4:05:54 AM
Solgrin shoulders his pack and the rst of his gear thn heads off following Brahmah. Solgrin stays towards the middle of the group so that he can support everyone if needed.
Zeoll (AC16, HP 46 of 46) Tuesday January 25th, 2005 7:07:49 AM
Zeoll bundles up any wolf pelts he was able to salvage (see previous post). He thanks Kanchana and Gecktar for the healing.
Kanchana d20+12=25 d8+3=9 Tuesday January 25th, 2005 7:48:11 AM
Kanchana returns from following the tracks. She looks disgruntled, then she sees Kale and Flat-top talking and approaches Kale sheepishly.
"I am sorry Kale. I meant to heal your wounds but in my fervor to rid Mother Wold of those plagues I forgot my duty to you," Kanchana apologizes as sincerely as she can, "I hope you can forgive my horrible lapse."
She checks Kale to see how injured he still is (heal 25), then takes one of her wands and heals Kale a little more (Heals Kale 9HP).
Kanchana sizes up the marching order and notes that Brahmah is taking point.
"Brahmah, the tracks deviate from the path we need to take. I still say that we hunt the diseased wolves if the opportunity arrises. Will Kale be taking point with you, and I flank?"
Kale(59/60 hps) Tuesday January 25th, 2005 9:21:15 AM
"I always take point." Kale tells Kachanga and Brahmah, "But this time im going to stay a bit behind to make sure the wolves dont trail us."
Flat-top Tuesday January 25th, 2005 10:19:53 AM
"You going behind the party? Well I think that I'll keep you company, OK!" ask Flat-top. The centaur also ask the Captain, "Captain! I'll be back here with Kale if you don't need me up frount, OK!" Then Flat-top trots along with his long time friend.
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday January 25th, 2005 11:16:45 AM
Paw'caw flies down and lands unpon Brahmah's shoulder, she look at him (making sure that he's alright). then Flies off into the skies to look for trouble again
Leets (HP 48) Tuesday January 25th, 2005 11:43:58 AM
Leets thanks Gecktar, considering the valuable help Domi sent to his Hosen by sending this holy servant to the group.
After checking if everybody is ok (Leets still can heal 1 HP if needed), the Centaur paladin will unpack his obsidian statuette, and will offer some prayers to Domi for this victory of the Chosen...
Managram(ceil) Tuesday January 25th, 2005 12:31:44 PM
Managram will be back later.
Roz(ceil) Tuesday January 25th, 2005 12:34:34 PM
Roz is sleeping peacefully around her master neck. With a smile on her face(If dragons of the size czn smile)
Elder(ceil) Tuesday January 25th, 2005 12:38:19 PM
Elder is very tired, even if Kanchana had healed him. So He sleep with an apple in his paws.
Croc(ceil) Tuesday January 25th, 2005 12:43:49 PM
Croc like his meat a little more tender, like falling off the bone. So after he has his fill he'll burry the rest of the carcus in bushes and he puts dead leaves on top of what is the rast of the body. Now! he tells himself, I'll have something to eat when we come back this way. He Now follows his master.
Two days and nothing good. (DM Jim) Tuesday January 25th, 2005 11:43:53 PM
The group has been traveling for almost two days now to their destination of Plateau City. Mikal has been doing his best to make himself useful to the group but feels that he has done something wrong.
The scouting out to both sides of the road have revealed nothing of great interest. As it moves into the late night of the second day and it appears that they will stop, Mikal gets the mules ready for the night.
He takes to himself as he has been for the past day, seeking his own company near the wagon.
[Toros - CMW potion from Mikal]
[How far to each side has the group been searching the roadsides?]
Gecktar Wednesday January 26th, 2005 3:24:56 AM
Gecktar stays not far from Mikal, talking with him from time to time. His duty is to keep him alive and seeing his discomfort, he stays with him.
One time, when Brahmah is far enough to not ear he says : "You know Mikal, Brahmah is not very found of humankin. I think he had very bad experiences with them, and I must agree with him on one point. You can expect the worse from them. But I know that you can expect the better from other. He will certainly don't agree with this until some of them will conquer his confidence. But this will be hard work to do this. So don't worry about the dark mood of the company. I'm one of the younger in it and I don't have their experience. So I don't share their feelings about humankin."
"If you enjoy my company... then stay with me we will talk about everything, and build another world as we see fit." says Gecktar smiling gently to the human.
When time to stop comes, he will help to build the camp.
Leets Wednesday January 26th, 2005 4:53:46 AM
Now, the Chosen know that danger is lurking around on their path to Plateau City, so Leets will take care of the front side of the road, in the case something evil would suddenly block the way...
He has his shield and his club in hand, and will wisper prayers to Domi as he trots forward, aware of any strange noise of movement...
Flat-top Wednesday January 26th, 2005 5:09:02 AM
Flat-top makes sure that Kanchana has a soft bed of moss for the night, he tell her that He'll be on first watch tonight. He bids her good night.
As he coil his morningstar and put it around his neck, he trots over to Gecktar, Mikal and the mules. "Hello! I'm just checking on the mules, after all then saved my life a few days ago by warning me of the wolves. Besides I was wondering how the little lizard was doing? Is she alright? How are you doing? Do you mind if I take my watch around the mules? they seem to relaxe when a centaur is around then." Flat-top pats the mules.
managram(ceil) Wednesday January 26th, 2005 5:13:46 AM
As Leets is walking his watch, in pops Managram, *PoP* the dog follows his master and look at him as if to say 'Miss Me?'.
Kanchana d20+3=12 d20+4=9 d20+5=18 d20+15=27 Wednesday January 26th, 2005 6:07:38 AM
Kanchana will take last watch. She will pray for her spells at sunrise.
As the Chosen travel to their destination Kanchana will flank one side of the group and travel as far out from side of the road as she can; that is until she barely has the others in sight. How dense and tall the foliage is will determine how many meters away from the road she can go. Of course Kanchana still looks for tracks and signs of the wolves as she travels.
1st Level (4): Cure Light wounds, Entangle**, Magic Stone
2nd Level (3): Flaming Sphere, Soften Earth and Stone**
** = memorized twice
Brahmah Wednesday January 26th, 2005 7:35:15 AM
The ranger continues forward, having heard everything Gecktar and the human's every word.
Fact is, Gecktar doesn't understand anything about what Brahmah went through while he was younger, none of the Chosen truly understand that. The tavern fight reminded Brahmah of human arrogance, concete, greed and stupidity. He would have killed those thugs, if given opportunity to do so. Then this human is dropped in his lap and told that he is to guide us to the Plat? Brahmah felt this was a bit odd and none to comfortable. Humans, as a community were untrustworthy.
In the evening, he lets Mikal sleep, not really trusting him on watch. The week wasn't going to be easy.
Why did the Chosen trust this boy so openly, so unconditionally?
The minotaur is quiet into the next morning.
Toros d20=15 Wednesday January 26th, 2005 8:45:37 AM
Toros will search the 30-60 feet distance on the left and right roadside, if it is plain ground and there is visible sight between him and the other Chosen. If someone accompanies him he can go further or enter places with poor visibility. (search 15)
Kale d20+7=26 d20+10=29 Wednesday January 26th, 2005 9:31:25 AM
as they travel, Kale will periodicly go 40-50 into the woods to search for signs.(spot of 27 and search of 29)
Solgrin Wednesday January 26th, 2005 2:34:38 PM
Solgrin travels along listening to what the others talk about. While traveling Solgrin will ask Mikal "how is the hatchling doing? Have you been carefully feeding it and giving it lots of attention?"
When the the Chosen stops for the night Solgrin will help setup the camp then will get a couple of hours sleep then begin preparing his spells for the dy.
Zeoll d20+10=11 Wednesday January 26th, 2005 6:52:37 PM
Zeoll spends the two days with a growing sense of uncertainty. He tries to spend time with this two-legger, getting a feel for him. [Sense Motive check fails on a nat 1.]
Zeoll does not get a sense of what is going on at all.
[OOC: How about those dire wolf pelts? Was Zeoll able to salvage any? How much might they be worth?]
Fifth Morning. (DM Jim) Wednesday January 26th, 2005 10:37:55 PM
Kanchana and Kale flank the group on both sides and both find evidence of the pack having come this direction as well. It would appear that the pack had turned after going out so far in the wrong direction to try and throw you off, they now are following the road but at some distance(300ft or so). Still you are not bothered as you decide to make camp or before that.
Mikal looks to Gecktar as he comes over to talk to him and smiles openly. "I suppose that I should have expected it...I mean I could very well be one of your enemies planted to get close." He sighs as he pets the young pseudodragon that lays in his lap. He pulls out some soft meat and slowly feeds some to the little dragonkin with motherly care. As Flat-top comes over and inquires about the little lizard he gently holds her up. "I have been taking real good care of her...though I have to admit that I was surprised to be given her." He lays the little lizard back in his lap and strokes her back and head just so. "I think the mules enjoy your presence as well."
The rest of the group go about thier own business as the camp is set. The surrounding area is looked over with great fevor to find any potential threats. It does not seem that the dire wolf pack has been in this immediate area and you cannot be sure they know where you are at.
Zeoll spends time with the human as well as with Gecktar who is hanging out near the human boy. You find out that the boy is actually nineteen years of age and his family lives in Plateau City. His father is a weaponsmith and mother a royal guard for the royal library. He was apprenticed to the three researchers that you go to see but was trained to use a sword and dagger by his mother for many years.
[Zeoll - You were able to salvage four large pieces of pelt. Appraise check for estimated value please.]
Brahmah d20+7=20 d20+8=17 Thursday January 27th, 2005 4:15:01 AM
Through the days up to this one, Brahmah watches Pah'caw in the sky, hoping she finds no sign of trouble ahead. Today, and for the past four days, she saw nothing of major interest. That made Brahmah happy.
Night falls on the fifth day and he finally speaks after a long bout of silence. "Tonight will be the night. If the wolves decide to attack they'll choose this night, because tomorrow, we'll be in the City. We must be mindful and alert all night. At least two taurs, err *looking at the human*, folks on watch at a time."
On his watch, likely the 3rd or 4th, Brahmah tries to stay focused on sounds of the night. (Listen 20 and Spot 17)
Two mornings ago, the ranger prepared two Charm Animal spells and has been doing the same every morning since.
Leets Thursday January 27th, 2005 4:33:33 AM
The Centaur paladin is glad to find back his friend Managarm.
As soon as it is made sure that no threat is around, Leets will spend some time with his celestial dog, throwing a stick of wood here and there as the dog runs after it...
Flat-top Thursday January 27th, 2005 6:56:37 AM
Flat-top tell Mikal, "I don't know much about these little dragons, But you see the the gold color, means that she is a breeding Queen. Two Gold Queens cannot stay in the same pack, so Solgum's dragon saw something special in you. That is why she chose you to be friend her gold Wyrm. In a few days we'll all part and go our own ways, I know that you'll find her very loveable."
Flat-top ask Brahmah, "Captain! which watch do you want me on?"
Kale Thursday January 27th, 2005 6:59:49 AM
"They will come." Kale tells Brahmah. on his watch, Kale will try to get into a tree near the sighns he saw earlier, then keep watch, hoping to see the wolves before they are on top of the group.
Paw'caw(ceil)Ac 17 18/18hp d20+10=25 Thursday January 27th, 2005 7:08:54 AM
Pah'caw flies in her lazy eight patern, tracking (from the air) for trouble. She'll do this until it gets dark. Stoping for foo only!
OOC tracking 25
Managram(ceil) d20+5=21 Thursday January 27th, 2005 7:14:29 AM
Managram plays with his master, after all his master was with out his Companion for a whole day. Managram will stick with Leets threw out the night. Listening for strange noises.
OOC: Listing 21
Roz(ceil) Thursday January 27th, 2005 7:16:38 AM
Roz is in her place around her master's neck, But is uneasy tonight, very restless!
Elder(ceil) Thursday January 27th, 2005 7:20:49 AM
Elder is back to normal, he's gone into the woods for a little while and comes back with a white rock and a birds egg.
Mother bird is pecking on Elder's head to make him let go of her egg.
But Elder makes it to Kanchana's hand, then into her pouch and safely home again.
Crock(ceil) Thursday January 27th, 2005 7:23:55 AM
Crock will stay close to Zeoll, after all his master need him and His master attrack the nices lunchion meat he has ever ran accross.
Kanchana d20+5=23 d20+5=24 d20+5=7 d20+5=15 Thursday January 27th, 2005 9:00:19 AM
Kanchana notes that the wolves were trying to out smart them. Therefore she will keep vigilant watch each night for the wolves when her turn to guard the others and the camp comes up. Kanchana would prefer to take either first or last watch so she can get enough sleep to be rested enough to pray to Mother Wold for divine assistence. She doesn't scold Ilder for taking the egg since Nature takes care of its own. She makes a mental note to some day teach Ilder to be more stealthy. The bird will just have to take better care of her other eggs, she thinks pragmatically. As a safety precaution Kanchana crafts a few traps in the perimeter around the camp. The traps are designed to be noisy and cause pain when they are sprung. They should give five minutes warning of an enemy approach. Kanchana tells all of the Chosen which areas to avoid. (Craft trap 23, 24, 7, 15)
Kanchana clearly believes that the wolves will be back tonight. She intends to not get caught sleeping this time.
Toros d20=18 d20=18 d20=9 d20=16 d20=8 Thursday January 27th, 2005 10:56:22 AM
He will be on alert all the time (spot, listen 18+4 = 22, 18+3 = 21) but he is also getting tired and needs some rest too.
In proper times Toros will have time to talk with everyone in the group and try to spend time with the animal companions as well. (d20, 9)
For some time he will also enter the wagon and see what is in there. He is thinking to organize the interior place as a good defending place, especially for using ranged weapons. Can it be, by any chance, something that can be useful for defending the campsite? (d20 = 16 search)
(the last roll is by mistake, not necessary)
Gecktar d20+3=10 d20+3=19 Thursday January 27th, 2005 3:59:12 PM
Gecktar stays alert as he takes his watch turn. (Spot 10 Listen 19)
Solgrin d20+2=21 d20+2=13 Thursday January 27th, 2005 8:11:38 PM
Solgrin rests during the first couple of hours then is up te rest of the time preparing spells and taking his watch.
A Good Morning. (DM Jim) Thursday January 27th, 2005 9:57:20 PM
Toros checks out the wagon though it is not much use for much but carrying. He does find out that the dried pork is starting to go bad. The cheese and bread is moldy on the outside as well, but the fruit and nut mix is just fine.
This night everyone is on edge and though the group gets their sleep, it is not the most restful. There are no incidents though and the group wakes to a nice morning with the day starting to get warm.
Mikal looks to Brahmah and then indicates the firepit that he has made. "A warm breakfast this morning or a cold one?" He seems maybe a little miffed that he was left out of the watch but is trying to be understanding and make himself useful to the group. He already has the wagon ready to pull out as soon as everyone is ready to leave.
[The wagon is large enough to hold about two taurs comfortably, but the sides are only about a foot high. This would make it ok for some defense, but not against missile fire.]
Zeoll d20+1=3 Thursday January 27th, 2005 10:11:36 PM
[D'oh! Just missed posting!]
Zeoll senses the undercurrent of stress, and wonders about its source.
"Why do we think the wolves arre going to rreturrn? Has anyone seen trracks? Hearrd howls in the night? What is going on?"
Zeoll wonders if they need some information. "Wolves can't fly. Could we send an animal companion to scout arround?"
[OOC: Jim, what kind of terrain are we in? Is it forest, or farmland, or what, between South Harbor and Plateau City? We are headed to Plateau City, right?]
Meanwhile, Zeoll looks over his wolf pelts (untrained Appraise check is 3), but he has no clue. "Does anyone know how much these fourr pelts might be worrth?" (anyone else want to try Appraise?)
Kanchana d20+3=20 Thursday January 27th, 2005 10:30:15 PM
Kanchana takes a look at the pelts (Appraise 20). She has a good idea of their worth, but needs to mull over the numbers before telling Zeoll. "I saw the tracks double backing and such Zeoll. The wolves where trying to confuse us I think. I wasn't taking any chances last night."
With some sorrow and a bare hint of revulsion she strokes her hand through the last pelt.
"Give me a moment and I can give you an estimate of the pelts' values."
(Appraise 20)
Brahmah Friday January 28th, 2005 3:14:41 AM
Brahmah askes the Chosen to eat a cold breakfast so that they can move out soon.
"Zeoll, I'll ask Pah'caw to scout ahead." He askes his eagle to scout. (Ceil?)
Gecktar Friday January 28th, 2005 4:06:39 AM
Seeing that the food is begining rot, Gecktar cast a purify food and drink on the maet the bread and the cheese so they could take a cold breakfast without harm.
He then gather his gear and prepare to leave as soon as possible.
Flat-top Friday January 28th, 2005 5:39:10 AM
Flat-top goes to the wagon and gets his breackfast of fruits, nuts and bread, trots over to Mikal, "Good Morning Mikal! How's you little one today? You don't look happy! Why? We wanted you to be fully rested after all we did have a bad fight the other night! And you do care for the mules. So we thought we let you rest! Here have an apple!"
Paw'Caw(ceil) d20+10=15 Friday January 28th, 2005 5:46:21 AM
Paw'Caw wakes at the brake of dawn,Flie down to her master, Brahmah feed her, then ask her to scout the path ahead of them.
She finishes her food, them takes to the skies, triyng to spot anything harmful to her master.
OOC: Spot 15
Managram(ceil) Friday January 28th, 2005 5:58:30 AM
Managran is happy with a bone for breackfast, any kind of bone. His favoret meal.
Managram growls at Elder as runs by.
Roz(ceil) Friday January 28th, 2005 6:06:24 AM
For a rare moment Roz emerge from Solgum's shoulder, yarn "HO Hum" she look at him as if to say "Well! what's for breackfast?"
Elder(ceil) Friday January 28th, 2005 6:10:55 AM
Elder thinks he's a great provider, he has his cheeks full of nuts and berries. Althe while he is rolling an apple to Kanchana for her to eat. Put's the fruit in frount of her, then jumps into the pouck to eat his meal.
Croc(ceil) Friday January 28th, 2005 6:14:43 AM
walks around chewing what left of a rabbit, thinking to himself 'not soft enough!' But follows Zeoll anyway, maybe he has something better?.
Kale Friday January 28th, 2005 7:09:10 AM
climbing down from his tree, Kale takes a piece of the pork Gecktar purifiedand begins to chew on it. he nods to Gecktar in appreation and says "You want to watch the back with me today?"
Toros Friday January 28th, 2005 10:22:06 AM
When Toros smells the food that has already started to spoil inside the wagon, he thinks that it can be good to use this smell to keep the wolves away. However he enjoys the taste of the food purified by Gecktar as his breakfast, although he feels a bit sorry that the Chosen may have lost a good defensive weapon.
After the breakfast, having spotted some space in the wagon, he will leave some of his unnecessary gear in it, leaving them to be carried by the mules, but not by his lazy self.
Then he will accompany Mikhal, trying to cheer him and himself up.
Leets Friday January 28th, 2005 12:52:46 PM
Leets checks his wounds in the fresh air of the morning. He will clean them with purified water (that he will create if nedded), and pieces of clean cloth.
Later, after wearing his while gear, he will take part to the breakfast.
Seeing that some of the food the Chosen brought with them is going badly, he will say:
"Maybe we could hunt for a while, I'm sure Managarm would like it, and those woods seem to be full of game..."
"Anybody?"
Flat-top Friday January 28th, 2005 2:37:21 PM
"Sure I'll go!" Flat-top wants a change of scenery anyway. he trots of with Leets.
Solgrin Friday January 28th, 2005 2:38:02 PM
Solgrin pulls out a small piece of meat that he keeps for Rozca incase she has not gone hunting for food, and gives it to her. Solgrin then says quietly to Rozca "if you want you can go hunting for a short bit just don't go to far from us and come back quickly if you get into any trouble."
The Last Leg. (DM Jim) Friday January 28th, 2005 7:47:36 PM
This fine morning finds the group ready to move out after a few things are done, that is. Zeoll calls upon some help on getting the pelts appraised and Kanchana is quick to help out. Everyone goes about getting breakfast rounded up and eaten as they talk.
Mikal eats as well but not before he feeds the little queen to be some soft meat. He is content to sit and humm to her for some time, as he leans against the wagon's wheel.
Soon the group is ready to move out along the road. The going is easy as the road is well kept up and the group makes good time. At one time Leets, Managarm and Flat-top slip off when the stop for a rest to do some hunting. They come back with a buck and six rabbits for their efforts.
[The terrain is fairly open with trees, shrubs and rocks dotting it. Some of the rocks are actually boulders that are some eight feet high. The trees are still full of leaves and just starting to turn in color. Plateau City is your destination.]
[Kanchana is able to appraise the pelts at about 125gold per pelt. The disease that the wolves are infected with does not seem to have effected the hide.]
[Marching order please as you travel along the road.]
"Those pelts smell Kanchana. I hope we can sell them soon, in the city."
Kanchana d20+3=22 d20+5=12 d20+12=31 d20+12=26 d20+15=29 Saturday January 29th, 2005 4:56:09 PM
Kanchana chuckles. "Talk to Zeoll Brahmah. They are his wolf pelts."
Kanchana grins as she turns to Zeoll. "You can get around 125 gold for each pelt."
Kanchana looks around at the thinning forest and frowns slightly. She reminds herself that she needs to find a circle of Druids. She needs to find out more about the Greenmages; especially if they actually even exist!
The Warden returns her focus to the here and now. "I suppose the wolves will wait and regain their strength and numbers before trying to ambush us again."
If given any time Kanchana will use any rest stops to gather herbs and berries and such. She will also take notes and make drawings in her Herbal (herb book).
Solgrin d20+2=8 d20+2=22 Saturday January 29th, 2005 4:56:31 PM
As the Chosen start to move out Solgrin tells Brahmah "I will be in the middle near the wagon" then will take upthat position in the marching order.
********* Spot 8 Listen 22 *********
Kanchana (marching order) Saturday January 29th, 2005 4:59:04 PM
Kanchana will continue to flank one of the sides. She will simply refuse to remain on the road proper as long as the Chosen are in the forest. This is her chance to learn and study before being confined in a useless city again.
Kanchana will tell Solgrin; whom she thinks might be vulnerable to attack, to stay in the middle near the wagon.
Toros Sunday January 30th, 2005 12:27:02 AM
If the mules would not mind Toros will have some time to sit on the wagon and study a spell that he would like to use for the next encounter for the first time - Deathwatch.
He had felt the need to know the health condition of living creatures, while he was trying to save the little Ilder from the hard-dying dire wolfs. He did not mind much that he did not receive any appreciation for being the person who helped Ilder. But, next time he wants to better track the battleground so that he can provide faster help to the most needed place.
OOC: Dear DM, for the deathwatch spell, how specifically can the caster understand the remaining HPs: During the fight we can see the HPs of Chosen from the post but with this spell could it be possible to understand the HPs of NPCs like Mikhal or those of the opponents like dire wolfs?
Gecktar Sunday January 30th, 2005 1:19:46 PM
Gecktar smiles to Kale, when he offers to do some way with him. "Well, I would have appreciated, but our captain has more experience for tactics than I. So I prefer to listen to him. Next time maybe I would be happy to have some chatting with you."
Leets d20+3=9 d20+3=15 Sunday January 30th, 2005 2:16:25 PM
Leets follows the captain's orders, and closes the marching order. With Managarm by his side, weapons in hands, he stands ready for any tracherous threat (or at least he tries: listen 9, spot 15).
At some point of the walk, Leets gets a dirty look at the pelts, and he gives a friendly hug to his celestial dog, with a sad look.
Zeoll Sunday January 30th, 2005 2:31:57 PM
Zeoll listens to Kanchana tell the group that she has reason to think that the wolves will return.
That being the case, Zeoll changes the spells he prepared that day.
Druid spells prepared: Cure Minor Wounds x4, Hide from Animals, Longstrider, Obscuring Mist, Fog Cloud, Barkskin
He offers the opinion that in a fight, at least some of the party should be hidden from animals (via spell) so that they can use wands of healing on the others. In a pinch, the whole group could hide that way if others have the spell. Fog and mist could cover a retreat. Also, you can summon animals to fight for you and still remain hidden, which is another good way to fight or retreat.
Zeoll knows Kanchana has a wand of healing. Does anyone else, who would rather fight? Zeoll can use a wand if there is one extra.
As for the hides, Zeoll strongly disagrees, laughing. "I did a good job with these pelts! They don't smell! Much!"
Marching Order -- Zeoll (with Croc) stays in the middle of the group. He tries to keep an eye out for big rocks -- in a fight, fighting on top of a rock might be a bonus. From time to time he climbs one to get a good view. (taking 10 on climb check.)
Flat-top Monday January 31st, 2005 3:59:34 AM
Flat-top trots along where Brahmah told him to be, singing "Dum de Dum Dum."
Kale Monday January 31st, 2005 6:41:00 AM
Kale nods in Gecktars direction and then begins to lead the others out
Accosted by Bounty Hunters
Ambush. (DM Jim) Monday January 31st, 2005 9:48:56 PM
They group continues it move on to Plateau City, but the seem to be ready for anything.
Brahmah complains about the smelly pelts that Kanchana is holding and that Zeoll collected.
Kanchana is off to the side of the group looking over the area and making notes on plants she sees. She wonders if she will be able to find out anyting about GreenMages or if they even exhist. She is able to gather a few berries that will make perfect deserts for the group.
Solgrin stays near the middle of the group as he is directed and seems to think that that is a good place to be.
Toros spends time back with Mikal, even riding on the wagon at one point so that he can study a new spell. He figures that it will give him an edge in keeping track of his allies and enemies in battle.
Gecktar is unable to carry on his talks with Kale but does promise to do so at the next opportunity.
Leets picks up rear guard with his most trusted companion, Managarm. He keeps his eyes and ear open for anything that may try to sneak up behind them.
Zeoll lets the group know that he could use a healing wand in a pinch if needed, but that he does not have one of his own. He does go over some spell in his mind that may give the group some edge in a fight.
Flat-top moves up to take a position by Brahmah as he sings a little song.
Kale nods to Gecktar as he speaks of talking with him later and then leads the group off.
Kale, if at least ten feet in front of the group falls into a big pit that is in the center of the roadway. If Kale is closer to Brahmah and Flat-top then they would have fallen in with him. Those that fell in will find themselves in a fourty feet deep pit that angles out as it goes down, creating slanted walls. About the same time a large wall of brambles and such springs up behind the group, just about cutting Leets and Managarm off from the rest of the group...he luckily makes it by.
Appearing from nowhere in the middle of the road, about sixty feet ahead, is a minotaur in full armor. With a snap of his fingers he starts to laugh at the group. "You may remember me from Violet Castle...if not I still have a score to settle." Appearing off to his side but five feet behind him are another pair of taurs who are holding up the crumpled for of an old minotuar. Her face is just barely recognizable under all the bruising that has swollen her face. "She was very helpful in finding all of you." The leader minotaur starts laughing again as he lets out a whistle.
[Toros - I will put up a list at the end of my post that you can highlight to find out the HP spoiler. It will give you a rough idea of hit points as it states in the spell description.]
Zeoll (AC16, HP46) d20-4=11 d20+1=17 d20+8=15 Monday January 31st, 2005 10:35:03 PM
If any of his falling friends are within 30 feet, then Zeoll instantly reacts and casts Feather Fall (free action that can be cast even when it is not your turn). He can affect up to two of them since he is a second level bard.
Then he casts Obscuring Mist, in order to shield the party from the missile fire he thinks is about fall on the group. (Cloud of mist is 20 feet in diameter centered on Zeoll -- although it does not move with him.)
Finally, leading Croc, he moves 20 feet forward and to the right, to the edge of the mist. Zeoll takes care to avoid the pit and to try to sneak in the mist as he moves. (Untrained Hide check is an 11. Untrained Move Silent check is 17.) He tries to peek out of the mist. (Spot check 15.)
Brahmah (AC 22, hps 83) Monday January 31st, 2005 11:02:28 PM
"Vargas! Your even uglier than I remembered... release her and maybe you'll live longer."
Brahmah draws both weapons and stares down the follower of Marteus.
(OOC: Jim, I can't remember the name of the old female taurs name. And I do assume its Vargas and his crew. :))
Toros AC 26 (23+3) HP 47 Deathwatch d20=14 Tuesday February 1st, 2005 12:38:07 AM
When the ambush begins Toros is riding on the wagon together with Mikal. He is on alert and immediately assume a defensive posture, using his high tumbling abilities. (+3 AC)
He will cast his spell that will hopefully help him keep track of the health condition of his allies and enemies in battle (Cast Deathwatch - 10 minutes), even if he can not see very well because of the surrounding magical mist.
Then he will turn to Mikhal and watch him getting prepared for the coming battle. For sharing the responsibility of healing, he will offer this suggestion to Mikhal, believing that Mikhal will understand and accept his offer (diplomacy, 14+5= 19):
"Mikhal, could you please give one or two of these healing potions you offered us before. (Toros recalls that he was the only person that took the potion Mikhal offered) I can carry the potions to the ones who will need them. In this way, even if I do not have a wand, I can still help better to heal."
If Mikhal agrees to give the potions Toros will take them to place properly in his gear.
Toros will then wait for what is going to happen next.
OOC: By the deathwatch spell, within the 30 ft range can Toros sense the health condition of creatures, even if he cannot see them?
Leets Tuesday February 1st, 2005 2:53:12 AM
Disgusted and furious, Leets tightens his grip on his club until blood comes under his fingernails.
"In the name of Domi, such a felony shall not remain unpunished...For the pity's sake we spared your life last time Vargas, but tonight you'll have to explain your failure to Marteaus face to face..."
Saying so, Leets tried to calm down and came to L11, following the "L" line.
Once there, he holds his club before his face, and salutes the group of opponents.
Gecktar (AC22 hp49) Tuesday February 1st, 2005 4:21:09 AM
As Gecktar is surprised, adrenaline flows inside his blood. Gecktar think that Vargas has some spell at his disposal and he should not cast anyone at them or they may be turned to ashes in seconds.
He makes a step or two to come close from Flat-Top and whispers to him :
"Vargas should not be able to cast spells or we will meet our doom. Accept my silence spell and go near him so has to interfere with his spellcasting abilities"
If Flat-top agrees, he casts a spell that will stop sounds around Flat-Top. If Flat-Top disagree, he will take a scroll he has and cast a Bless spell.
OOC : Cast Silence spell on Flat-Top. Flat-Top has to fail his Will save but he can voluntary do it. Or cast Bless (+1 morale bonus to attack roll and saves vs fear)
Flat-top( AC 21 85/85hp) Tuesday February 1st, 2005 9:21:38 AM
Flat-top takes his Morningstar slowly from aroubd his neck, nod (Yes) to Gecktar. Then to Leader Vargas, he sneers "My Captain! Do you know what I hate most in this wold? That is a Minotaur that beats helpless females."
Flat-top will advance to where Leader Vargas is standing. He'll swing his morningstar back wards and forwards like a pengalum, trying to get the leader to consentrait on him and not the rest of the party. (at the same timd get is shield from his back).
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday February 1st, 2005 9:29:54 AM
She flies over head, she never saw the four of those taurs in the road. She will decend to about fifty feet from the ground. If her master needs her, that's the attack hight she like to dive from. She'll schricks and circle above.
OOC: paw'caw is ready to defend him.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday February 1st, 2005 9:36:47 AM
Managram stops in his track, sniff the air. Some how he know evil when he smells it. He grrowls as he advances with Leets.
Managram has every intentions of attacking with his master action.
Roz(ceil) Tuesday February 1st, 2005 9:41:28 AM
She sleeps in her den under Solgum hair, She stirs, then come to a full attion. Evil is about! Solgum is in danger! Must help!.
She come out from under his hair and sit there on his shoulder. WAiting to see what her master will do next?
Elder(ceil) Tuesday February 1st, 2005 9:43:08 AM
Elder is being a weasel and sleep on. There's nothing to disterbe him.
Crock(ceil) Tuesday February 1st, 2005 9:50:46 AM
Crock lumbers along, not too fast and not to slow, Just following Zeoll. His master is at it again waving his hands and wiggling his fingers... "Oh! Look a fog but must follow master anyway! I wonder what he'll do next"
OCC: Cayzle your Crock does not know that there's any danger YET?.
Solgrin (HP 26/26, AC:16, Blink) Tuesday February 1st, 2005 4:05:31 PM
Solgrin casts Blink on himself and Rozca. Solgrin then starts to move towards Kanchana (moves 15 feet diagonally to F5).
Active Spells: Blink (5 rounds)
Shared Spells with Rozca: Blink (5 rounds)
Kanchana (AC 19, HP 44/44) d20+3=17 d20+4=10 d20+5=9 Tuesday February 1st, 2005 5:58:52 PM
Kanchana will wait just long enough for Solgrin to get close (so he can see her hand signals), then she will motion subtly to Solgrin that she will move through the forest behind the boulders to try and flank Vargas and his cohorts.
Kanchana ties Ilder's nest shut to keep him from slipping out during combat and getting hurt or killed while she waits for Solgrin.
She would not have risked trying to flank alone. Zeoll's Obscuring Mist spell effect will hopefully conceal her movements from the enemy.
Kanchana quietly slides her scimitar from its scabbard as she stalks forward (not moving straight, but in a half-circle). Her (and Solgrin's I hope) path of approach will be from behind the boulders (along the B line on the map).
Kanchana hopes that Solgrin will warn her before he blinks off so she might have a chance for a tactical retreat should it become necessary.
She looks and listens for concealed enemies as she passes beyond the trees and boulders.
(Search 17, Listen 10, Spot 9)
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When Kanchana finally gets close enough (F 18) she will cast Soften Earth and Stone (range 35ft, area effected 40ft) on the ground beneath B1.
1st Level (4): Cure Light wounds, Entangle**, Magic Stone
2nd Level (3): Flaming Sphere, Soften Earth and Stone**
** = memorized twice
Bounty Hunter's Revenge. (DM Jim) d20+13=32 2d6(6+1)+8=15 d20+13=32 d20+8=21 2d6(6+2)+8=16 2d6(5+3)+8=16 d20+12=20 d20+7=27 2d6(5+2)+7=14 2d6(3+6)+7=16 d20+10=15 d20+6=15 d20+10=29 d8+4=7 d8+4=7 d8+4=10 d8=6 4d6(3+1+2+5)=11 d20+10=11 Tuesday February 1st, 2005 8:28:53 PM
Zeoll gets out his feather fall spell upon Kale as he falls into the pit. He then casts out a obscuring mist spell that covers the immediate area with mist. He then moves along with Croc so that they are at the edge of the mist but still in it.
Brahmah is about to holler out Vargas's name until he takes a closer look, the armor throwing him for a minute. It is the bounty hunter that had attacked them in the streets. He draws his weapons as he looks upon the bruised face of Old Koot, the midwife who had helped them out in the village.
Toros pulls off his own spell so that he can keep track of his fellows health. He then turns to Mikal, as they sit in the wagon, as he inquires about a couple of those potions that he had offered earlier.
Leets as incensed as the rest of the group with the treatment of Old Koot. He moves slowly forward through the mists that suddenly appear. He only gets part way as he has to go around both Croc and Zeoll.
Gecktar takes a step closer to Flat-top and inquires about a silence spell that should help out in the fight. He gets the nod from Flat-top so he goes ahead and then waits for the fight to begin in earnest.
Flat-top charges forward and around the pit to bring himself right up to the bounty hunter leader. He threatens him as he pulls off his shield. Unfortunately he finds himself the target of a viscious attack with a battleaxe (AoA - hit: 32 and damage: 15).
Paw'caw flies over head but makes herself ready to assist her master as needed. She does wonder how she missed those big animals in the road, but has no solution from her bird mind.
Managarm blinks out to reappear near his master as he waits for orders to attack. He growls menacingly as he does though, as if to show off for his master.
Roz comes out from under her master's hair to have a look around. She waits to see what will happen next.
Elder sleeps on in his little pouch.
Croc follows along but has no idea what is going on. He just watches with his master and wonders what will happen next.
Solgrin hits himself with a blink spell that also effects his pseudodragon. He then blinks over to be right behind the female liontaur, Kanchana.
Kanchana sneaks on along after giving Solgrin some hand signals. She then slips between the boulder and tree, then slips on further along. She is only able to make it to about the middle of the boulder it would see, before she needs to stop. She spots and hears nothing as she travels but her own breathing and some birds in the background.
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The leader of the group looks to Brahmah and snarls. "My group was decimated in that attack on the streets...but now I am back for vengeance." He then brings his axe cutting in on the taur that came close to him at first. He smiles as he pulls back and brings his axe back in, not once but twice at Flat-top (hit: 32/21 and damage: 16/16).
The bounty hunter(B1) drops the arm of the prisoner that he is holding and pulls a pair of lances from his back as he takes a step forward. Though he looks to have been able to use both he only uses the one, bring it in hard at Flat-top's exposed body (hit: 20/27 and damage: 14/16).
The other bounty hunter(B2) drops the other arm and pulls a chain from around his waist. He starts to swirl both parts as he takes a few steps forward.
Bounty hunter(B3) comes leaping out of the tree as Kanchana passes by it. He lands at her back with a tumble and brings his sword in at her exposed back (hit: 29*crit11* and damage: 10*crit16* and backstab: 11).
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Mikal slips two potions into the open hand of Toros as he slips off the wagon. "Use them in good health." He draws his weapons and makes ready to help out The Chosen as he can.
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Sorry, I forgot to name the Leader as the one you buys met on the street that wanted the bounty on your heads. The old minotaur female is barely recognizable as Old Koot the midwife. Geez, I can be such a knot-head sometimes.
Kanchana could not move the full distance that she wanted. She would have been stopped anyways as she passed a little ways past the tree.
Gecktar will find that everyone within thirty feet of him are in the peak of health.
Toros Tuesday February 1st, 2005 9:19:58 PM
As the fight has begun, inside the mist, Toros will start singing an inspiring song for the Chosen and Mikhal to support them in their attacks. Then he will draw his weapon for the attack.
OOC: Dear Chosen, please do not forget to add +1 morale bonus to attack and damage rolls
Kale(ac 20, hps 60, invisible) d20+10=29 Tuesday February 1st, 2005 9:41:22 PM
(OOC, sorry for not posting earlier, woke up late this morning and wasnt able to get on the computer. also, one of my abilites is Trap Sense +2. i dont know if you took that into account Jim, but if you didnt can you please keep it in mind for the future? thanks)
furious at himself for stumbling into the pit, Kale first drinks a potion and dissapears from sight(potion of invisiblity) then begins to try to climb his way out(climb check of 29)
Brahmah (AC 22, hps 83) Tuesday February 1st, 2005 11:00:46 PM
Inpsired: +1 morale bonus to attack and damage
Brahmah gets upset with the bounty hunter but worries about Kale first. He retrieves his rope from his pack and sends it down to help Kale up out of the pit. "Come on Kale, lets show these hunters what they've gotten themselves into." He smiles at his friend.
Seeing Flat-top fly off and attack, he yells for his friend. "Flat-top! Its not him, back off! Regroup."
"Where's Kanchana?"
Gecktar (AC22 hp49) Wednesday February 2nd, 2005 3:43:09 AM
Gecktar get out of the mist going to L7.
Now Gecktar sees the trap closing on Flat-Top. He has no means to escape the wrath of the bounty hunters and Gecktar can not help him.
With a wave of the hand, Gecktar cancel his spell so Flat-Top can hear again and call him "Back to us Flat-Top, we are coming !"
With that said he put his hand on the back of Leets saying "Receive the strength of Domi. Flat-Top need us."
OOC : assuming one can cancel a spell he has cast as a free action (Jim you have the last word on it) OOC 2: Cast Bull's strength on Leets giving him +4 Str (and +2 to hit and damage) for 4 minutes
Leets (AC 19, HP 53, Bull's Strength 4mn) d20+12=28 d6+4=9 d20+10=17 d6+4=5 Wednesday February 2nd, 2005 5:21:16 AM
Leets shakes his head when he sees Flat-Top alone, but nods at Gecktar as he begins to take momentum and speed. He will reach the minotaur threatening Flat-Top (B2) with the full violence of his charge: 28 to hit, 9 damage, as his club strikes the bounty hunter. Before the ennemy realizes what's happening, the club strikes down once more, with 17 to hit and 5 damage.
Managarm is, of course, right behind the Centaur paladin...
Flat-top(Ac21 40/85hp) d20+14=34 d20+14=29 d20+10=28 d4+5=8 d4+5=7 d8+1=8 Wednesday February 2nd, 2005 6:48:49 AM
Flat-top now realizes that he's in a trap, hears Brahmah ordering him back to him. Flat-top know he's been baddly wounded, he has to do something not expected to have a chance for him to live.
Flat-top will turn and kick the leader in the face (with his hind hooves)and touch his tattoo for a small bit of health as he tries to make it back to his friends.
OCC: Attack two rear hoove AC 34 *Natural 20*critical AC29 & 28. At least the critical dammage 5+7=12hp. Now the other attact is ac 28 I don't know if it touch him at all(you make the call)
Tattoo healing 8hp (Flat-top health is now at 40/85hp.
Now let's see how much the party and the DM like's Flat-top (lol)
OOC: Your right,Toros. I added it again and it came out to 32hp+ 8 cure tattoo= 40hp. By Golly! I woun't fall down dead yet?? Thank you!
Toros-OOC Wednesday February 2nd, 2005 9:17:54 AM
Flat-top, could you please check the damage you received from the attacks again. I think one of the attacks misses you (the hit 20 damage 14 one), and you lose 63 hp only, thus with tattoo healing your hp should be 30.
Zeoll (AC16, HP46) Wednesday February 2nd, 2005 12:20:52 PM
Zeoll takes a single step forward and left -- still in the edge of the mist, on the lip of the pit. He looks downs and does not see Kale -- but somehow that does not surprise him.
If he sees that Kanchana is under attack, Zeoll points and orders Croc to charge her assailant. Then, concentrating on his metamagic rod, the liontaur casts Extended Hideous Laughter on the foe attacking Kanchana. [Will save 16 or fall prone laughing for 4 rounds. He can take no actions while laughing, but is not considered helpless.]
If he does NOT see that Kanchana is under attack, Zeoll points and orders Croc to charge the foes attacking Flat-top. Then, concentrating on his metamagic rod, the liontaur casts Extended Hideous Laughter on the leader, near Flat-top. [Will save 16 or fall prone laughing for 4 rounds. He can take no actions while laughing, but is not considered helpless.]
If Zeoll is not in spell range for either of these foes, then he takes up to a double move (80 ft) to get just in range.
Solgrin (HP 26/26, AC:20, Blink, Mage Armor) Wednesday February 2nd, 2005 4:30:05 PM
Solgrin casts mage armor sharing it with Rozca. Solgrin then moves to follow Kanchana (ends in C9).
Solgrin tells Rozca "let me know if anyone is coming up behind me."
Active Spells: Blink (4/5 rounds remaining) Mage Armor (5 hours)
Kanchana (AC 19, HP 23/44) Wednesday February 2nd, 2005 6:58:36 PM
Kanchana is both surprised and not surprised at being attacked. She takes a 5 ft. step back away from her attacker in hope of getting some sort of aid so she can heal herself. 'Solgrin was supposed to be right behind me. Where is he??' Kanchana keeps an utterly calm demeanor, even though it is obvious that she is hurting.
Kanchana (addendum) Wednesday February 2nd, 2005 7:53:02 PM
Kanchana is of course facing her attacker now.
Bounty Hunter's Revenge, 1. (DM Jim) d20+12=22 2d6(3+6)+6=15 d20+6=18 d20+12=20 d20+7=27 d20+7=26 d20+12=15 d20+9=18 2d6(1+1)+7=9 2d6(1+4)+7=12 2d6(3+2)=5 2d6(2+3)+4=9 2d6(3+3)+4=10 d20+18=25 d20+10=25 d20+10=24 Wednesday February 2nd, 2005 9:03:26 PM
Zeoll moves some to get a better look around but cannot find Kanchana anywhere. He orders Croc to help out in the battle that Flat-top is in. He then throws a spell at the leader of the bounty hunters, but the leader does not even crack a smile or laugh.
Brahmah slips a rope out of his pack and slides it into the pit to help out Kale. He feels the extra weight on the rope but once it goes slack he sees nothing. He then hollers at Flat-top to back off that it is not Vargas. He also wonders about Kanchana as he does not see her.
Toros starts a song of inspiration to support his group as he draws his weapon.
Leets accepts the spell from Gecktar and then charges in to hammer on one of the bounty hunters. His club hammers in twice but only finds a hole in the chainwielder's defense once. He does find a chain slashing in at him as he approaches the minotaur (AoA - hit: 22 and damage: 15).
Gecktar cancels the spell that effects Flat-top as he moves forward to be right behind Leets. He then pours a spell into Leets so that he will be stronger.
Flat-top realizes that he stepped right into a trap or at least a bad situation. He spins to make a get away from the group of fighter. Still he takes the time to kick out twice with his hooves both landing square on the minotaur leader.
Paw'caw circles in the air watching her master for some sign of what to do. She figures that he is not in need of her help at this time as he seem to be tossing a rope into a hole.
Managarm blinks along to follow his master but does not bite anyone this round. He simply is not sure which one to bite for sure, but knows that he will bite one of them.
Roz looks out for Solgrin's back as he asked her too. She sees nothing at this time that would indicate a problem.
Elder sleeps on in his little pouch.
Croc lumbers forward as he goes about his master's orders. His only thought is that maybe this taur has food or is food, either way he would bite it.
Solgrin casts mage armor on himself and Rozca. They then blink out to follow along with Kanchana. The first thing he notices is a liontaur fighting with Kanchana. He does ask Rozca to let him know if anything tries to sneak up behind him.
Kanchana steps away from her attacker and hopes for aid that will allow her to heal herself. She also wonders where Solgrin could have gone too.
Kale easily gets out of the pit with a little bit of assistance from Brahmah and a rope. Though noone is sure that he made it out since he is invisible.
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The leader watches as Flat-top takes off back to his friends. The hits from the hooves had been laughable the taur thought and he does just that. "I do not know how we lost to you last time...this is pathetic." (will save 18)
The bounty hunter(B1) steps forward as he growls lowly at the attack on a fellow hunter. "That will not save you centaur...your bounty is ours." He brings his lances in to play upon Leets, piercing in at him four times in rapid succession (hit: 20/27*crit26*/15/18 and damage: 9/12*crit17*/9/10).
The other bounty hunter(B2) smiles into the face of the centaur that had just attacked him. He takes a step back and then sends his chain swirling in at the centaur's club (hit: 25).
Bounty hunter(B3) smiles at the somewhat confused look upon her face. "Tell you what...surrender and I will not hurt you further." He easily twirls his sword as he waits to see a reply.
Bounty hunter(B4) appears on one of the rock to your right. He has his hands extended and seems to be casting or has cast a spell. (dispel check versus obscuring mist 25 and invisibility on Kale 24)
Bounty hunter(B5) appears up on the rock to the left of the group. He starts a chant that ends with a flick of his wrist at Brahmah (hold person Will DC 19).
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Mikal moves forward with weapons drawn but stops near Brahmah. He looks to the big taur and then to the bounty hunters. "I will lend aid...where can I start?" He does swallow a little hard at the sight of big minotaurs being the enemy.
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Leets - Need an opposed hit roll, higher than B2's hit, from you or your club is laying on the ground by you.
Kale - Made the roll myself to keep things slowing but you still fell in. At least it did not hurt too much. :)
Gecktar - I see no reason why you could not end your silence spell if you wished too. Did not look in the book to see if it said any different.
I have Flat-top at 40 hit points after that healing, unless I misfigured. Still you can use my number no matter what.
Zeoll (AC16, HP46) Wednesday February 2nd, 2005 10:15:39 PM
Zeoll sacrifices a Barkskin spell in order to cast Summon Nature's Ally 2. Since the casting time is a round, the summoned animal does not appear until just before his action next round.
Zeoll is glad to see Croc rushing forward, jaws wide open.
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Druid spells prepared (underlined = used): Cure Minor Wounds x4, Hide from Animals, Longstrider, Obscuring Mist, Fog Cloud, Barkskin
Bard Spells used: 2 of 2 first level spells
Brahmah (AC 22, hps 83) d20+3=19 Wednesday February 2nd, 2005 11:02:33 PM
(whoa! just saved! will save 19)
The minotuar sees the battle being a rough one. He tries to keep the hole between him and the hunters. Mikal offers his help and Brahmah nods toward B5. "There. Go."
Brahmah eyes Kale then looks at B5.
"Where is Kanchana?!" He askes again. "The mage?"
The minotaur seems almost bewildered at the organization of the hunters.
"Regroup Chosen!" Yells the captain.
"Magebane!" He yells at his bird. "Come to master."
Brahmah steps back into the mist 10ft, sheathes his swords(as part of move) and hopes the Chosen group up soon. He draws his bow(move action).
Toros 19 (23-4 charge and rage), 49 hp (47+2 rage) d20=11 d8=2 d8=5 Wednesday February 2nd, 2005 11:42:24 PM
Chanting his inspiring song, and holding his glaive tight, Toros will make a spectacular appearance from the mist. Realizing the direness of the fight his barbarian blood will put him in a rage and charge against the B5 with everthing he has.
(11 +8 BAB with rage +2 charge + 2 flank with Solgrin/Mikhal + 1 inspire courage + 1 wemic totem) 25 hit
As Glaive is a 15-20 ft reach weapon for taurs Toros should not create any AoP, standing away from B5's reach. If the boulders do not prevent his movement for charge he will be on the line E as B5, otherwise he will simply charge from line F or G, fitting according to the position of Mikhal.
OOC: Dear Chosen, please do not forget to add +1 morale bonus to attack and damage rolls. Good luck!!
Dear DM, has Deatwatch started to give some more useful, accurate information?
Paw'caw(ceil)Ac17 18/18 Thursday February 3rd, 2005 5:53:20 AM
Paw'cak Hears her master voice, she knows that he wants her now. So she spirals down and perches on his shoulder. Looking into his eyes, She want to know what is bothering him and most of aa Who is Magebane??
Managram(ceil)Ac20 18/18 d20+8=27 d20+8=25 d6+4=9 d6+4=8 Thursday February 3rd, 2005 6:02:06 AM
Seeing that his master is being hit with this long stick, Managran will *blink* be hind this taur and bite him on the calve (Ac 27 (crit) ac35) doing damages of (9+8=17hp) then he *Blink* back to Leets side.
Roz(ceil)Ac20 28/28hp d20+4=21 2d4(3+1)+4=8 Thursday February 3rd, 2005 6:10:38 AM
Roz sences a treath coming fron a taur(B5)in back of her master, Master! danger in back of you!. Without being told she flies to the danger and sting him. Then flies back to her master Not to worry master! I stung him, he's poisoned.
Elder(ceil)Ac 14 10/10hp Thursday February 3rd, 2005 6:13:42 AM
With all the tossing and movement The little weasel sleep's on.
Crock(ceil)Ac20 39/39 d20+6=22 d12+7=14 Thursday February 3rd, 2005 6:25:23 AM
Crock walks along as fast as he can, now where is theis centaur Crock seeing some horses legsOh! Here he is. crock will go beyond and slap at B2 legs with his tail (attacking Ac 22, Damages 14hp)Now crock growls at his victem,showing all his teeth. "grooowl!"
Kale(ac 20, hps 60) d20+12=26 d8+6=13 3d6(2+6+5)=13 Thursday February 3rd, 2005 6:52:00 AM
miffed at having his invisibility dispeled, Kale moves to attack B5, trying to get across from Toros(if i cant get flanking on B5 on a move action, Kale will just move half and move into flanking next round, if he can flank, he hits AC 26 for 13 normal damage and 13 sneak attack damage for a total of 26)
Gecktar (AC22 hp 49/49) Thursday February 3rd, 2005 3:07:23 PM
Gecktar casts a spell, calling for Domi's might to help them.
Cast Hold Person on B2 (Save DC 15)
Notes for Players. Thursday February 3rd, 2005 3:13:20 PM
The boulders, if I remember right, are eight feet high. That may make a difference for Kale or Toros with their posts.
Ceil - Will send you the copy of your character sheet that I have. I will also check to see if it has a crossbow on it.
Leets only has taken two of those hits if I am right. That would be the first two for damage 9 + 17(for the critical), the other two should have missed due to armor class.
I also believe that he mist has been dispeled. I am pretty sure that the cleric beat Zeoll's DC for the obscuring mist. Need to check and see what the DC would have been.
Leets (AC 21 (+ full defense?), HP 27) Thursday February 3rd, 2005 4:01:27 PM
Resisting the attempt to disarm him, Leets will go backward defensively, using his holy shield fully...
Kanchana (AC 19, HP 23/44) d20=20 Thursday February 3rd, 2005 4:35:49 PM
Kanchana keeps a loose grip on her scimitar eventhough she sways as a wave of dizziness washes over her.
"Surrender?..." Kanchana draws the word out somewhat as she intones the question; feigning beginning loss of coherence (i.e. a common effect after major bloodloss). Kanchana uses her knowledge of healing and traumatic injuries to fake this state. She watches the twirling blade and feels somewhat queasy.
"How can I be certain that you won't hurt me anyway? I don't even know who sent you, or why you attacked me in the first place," Kanchana continues quietly; timidly.
She takes yet another long, cautious step backwards (5 ft step)- attempting to play off of the 'weak, easily cowed female' stereotype. After all she doesn't look like she can wield a weapon effectively; judging from her lack of defensive stance and the way she is holding her scimitar. She ably pretends to look skittish and afraid of the larger male Wemic.
(Bluff 20 (nat. 20), for her entire "act". PHB 3.5 pgs. 67-68. Sense Motive check to oppose.)
(Kanchana is standing in B15 after moving back a 5ft step and before casting Soften Earth & Stone).
Kanchana casts Soften Earth & Stone to buy herself time to heal.
(Soften Earth & Stone (instantaneous) effects area: A11-14, B11-14, C11-14, D11-14) Catching the bounty hunter Wemic in softened earth which he will automatically sink up to 4 feet down into. If he is agile enough he won't be completely immobilized (i.e. no move, no attack, no spellcasting) for up to 2 rounds. (Ref save for 1/2 movement speed; no charging, no running. DC 16)
Still speaking timidly but politely she says: "Sorry for that but I need to take care of my bleeding wounds before I can consider your generous offer Sir."
Kanchana is being very polite so her ruse is absolutely maintained.
So while Kanchana "is" the epitome of a "helpless" female, she certainly seems to be an able 'defensive' spellcaster...
Solgrin (HP 26/26, AC:20, Blink, Mage Armor) 5d4(2+4+4+3+4)=17 d100=81 Thursday February 3rd, 2005 6:04:03 PM
Hearing RozcaSolgrin looks back to see what the opponent on the boulder is doing. When Solgrin sees him relase a spell Solgrin mutters quietly "no you don't". taking a 5-foot step to D9 Solgrin then casts Burning hands hitting B5 in the area of effect. (dmg 17. Reflex save VS DC 15 for half)(does not blink out as he finishes casting Burning hands.)
Solgrin then calls out to the other Chosen "Kanchana is in need of help."
Active Spells: Blink (3/5 rounds remaining) Mage Armor (5 hours)
Toros-OOC: note for players Thursday February 3rd, 2005 6:50:49 PM
Toros will not climb to the boulders and attack from F6, which gives him enough space to charge and reach. In this way Mikhal and Kale can also position and flank with Solgrin, I believe.
Bounty Hunter's Revenge, 2. (DM Jim) d20+9=18 d20+9=11 d20+12=31 d20+7=27 d20+12=24 2d6(1+1)+6=8 2d6(3+5)+6=14 2d6(1+6)+3=10 5d6(2+6+2+1+4)=15 5d4(3+3+4+1+4)=15 d20+15=20 d20+11=20 d20+18=29 5d6(4+1+1+3+5)=14 Thursday February 3rd, 2005 8:13:22 PM
Zeoll casts a spell that will summon up some animal help for the group. He is also very proud of Croc for his help in the battle.
Brahmah indicates the hunter that just appeared on the rocks for Mikal to help in dealing with. He tries to keep the hole between the group and the enemy. He lets Kale know through eye movements that he would like him to deal with the same bounty hunter as Mikal. He still wonders about the presence of Kanchana and Solgrin. He calls for a regroup as the Hunters seem to be very organized.
Toros falls into his rage and charges at the hunter that Mikal and Kale have started after. Luckily his glaive clears the top of the boulder that the hunter is standing on, cutting a gash in the legs.
Leets falls into full defense and retreats to stand beside Flat-top.
Gecktar casts a spell upon the bounty hunter with the chain, trying to stop him in his tracks.
Flat-top .
Paw'caw comes down to land upon Brahmah's shoulder.
Managarm blinks in and bites at the bounty hunter's calve and then blinks back to his original spot.
Roz flies off to sting the one hunter in the back and then starts back to his master.
Elder sleeps on in his little pouch.
Croc conitnues to lumber along and makes it up to the bounty hunter with the chain, but he is unable to do anything.
Solgrin turns to the words of his familiar and casts a spell of his own. He does not blink out this round as he calls to the group for Kanchana's need.
Kanchana takes another step back as she bluffs the hutner before her. She then casts a spell upon the ground.
Kale a little unhappy about his spell, moves to take on the mage hunter, but the boulder is a daunting thing. He knows that he must climb up on it before he can do much.
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The leader pulls up a small bead from a necklace and tosses it in the general direction of Leets and Flat-top. It lands five feet from them and explodes on impact (Ref DC 16 for half damage, damage: 14).
The bounty hunter(B1) skirts the corcodile that has moved forward and starts towards the group.
The bounty hunter(B2) brings his chain swirling in at the crocodile, in a series of three blows (hit: 31/27/24 and damage: 8/14/10).
Bounty hunter(B3) does not really believe her but he lets her slip back anyways. All the more fun in the game he figures. He growls loud and low when the spell goes off and he is left to start and sink into the mud (ref 20). With a last minute smile he easily leaps up to and atop the boulder beside him and he lays down. "That was interesting." He seems more amused than anything.
Bounty hunter(B4) chants another spell and a column of flame shoots up and spreads out from the ground near Zeoll and Gecktar (spell at L6, both Chosen Ref DC 21, damage: 22).
Bounty hunter(B5) grunts under that sudden attack at his legs and then looks to all the attention that he is getting, when he is hit by flames. He takes a step back and then sends a flurry of missile that streak towards Kale and Toros (Kale - damage: 21 and Toros - damage: 15).
A burning flame comes scorching in at Kanchana as she moves back (Ref DC 18 for half, damage: 22).
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Mikal moves over and climbs up on the boulder with some effort. He gets up on top and sighs as he slowly stands and draws his weapons again.
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Toros look here Highlight to display spoiler: {Mikal, Kale, Solgrin, B5, Rozca are all condition green[are full to more than 3/4 hit points}}.
Ceil - I will allow you to make a double post with the next attack. I had a time of getting your sheet to open and all.
Kanchana (AC 19, HP 41/44) d20+6=25 3d8(8+3+3)+15=29 Thursday February 3rd, 2005 11:03:31 PM
Kanchana isn't surprised that the hunter had no real trouble jumping out of the softened earth. However jumping onto the boulder wasn't too bright. The male will sink into the softened stone as well. Kanchana doesn't grin.
She takes out a healing wand just after getting slammed with some nasty spell or other. Her quick reflexes save her from near death this time! (Ref 25) Effeciently she taps herself with the wand to heal up enough to make a serious attempt at getting the heck out of here. (Heals 29HP) She slides the wand back into its sheath.
Kanchana mutters to herself about rudeness. She glances quickly up at the wemic bounty hunter on his precarious stone perch. She half-grins at his comment.
"I said I needed some time to consider your offer," Kanchana levelly tells the unnamed wemic as she prepares to make a jump as far across the soft ground as she can. She figures that he will be treating this confrontation as sport.
"In a moment I'll give you an answer, Sir."
Toros 24 AC (23-2 rage +3 act defensively with 5 ranks tumble), 51 hp (47+4 rage) Thursday February 3rd, 2005 11:18:30 PM
The mage's missile attack is totally absorbed by the little brooch that even Toros has forgotten its existence. He thanks to the day he received it from his family, who told him that one-day it would be useful. It should be this day! (capacity of the brooch of shielding is down for 86, 101--15) But Toros has no time to articulate on the foresight-ness of his family now. He hears Solgrin's call for helping Kanchana, although he has no clear idea where she is and how she is.
Seeing Kale and Mikhal are on the boulders and knowing that he also has to do the same same, if he wants to damage that bounty hunter more, Toros stops his attacks on the spellcaster. Then, hoping that Mikhal and Kale will take care of B5 he will move forward on the line F to look for Kanchana, and even if he cannot see where Kanchana is he will notice that Flat-top, Croc and Leets are wounded.
With a quick decision to prioritize Toros will move towards to the middle of the battlefield and reach Flat-top (assuming he is the first person on the map) and offer him one of the healing potions of Mikhal to drink. (CMW potion)
(still sings the chant for inspiring courage) (he is acting defensively)
OOC: I may need to change my post according to what Flat-top does in his double post and the new situation in the battlemap
Brahmah (AC 22, hps 83) d20+10=30 d20+10=18 d20+5=16 2d6(6+6)+7=19 2d6(3+2)+7=12 2d6(3+1)+7=11 Thursday February 3rd, 2005 11:28:32 PM
(OOC:Jim, You missed the fact Brahmah backed into the mist last round and changed weapons.)
Inspired: +1 morale bonus to attack and damage
Having stepped into the mist a few seconds ago, Brahmah knocks an arrow.
He steps out with determination and fires twice at the leader (L1). (Hits AC 30(crit threat 18) and 16 for 19(if crit 31) and 11 damage) His dark eyes focused. He whistles to Pah'caw to attack.
The captain's expression grows fierce and he roars to the Chosen. "Get to know me, Domi!" His eyes still focused on the leader.
Gecktar (AC22 hp27/49) d20+1=16 3d8(1+7+6)+15=29 d20+7=18 d8+2=7 Friday February 4th, 2005 4:46:11 AM
Gecktar takes full damage of the roaring column of fire that appear suddenly near him.
Seeing how the battle is turning, Gecktar think that they will not survive for long. They have to focus on one bounty hunter at a time trying to hold the attacks of the other until they take the advantage by their number.
If Zeoll takes full damage of the flame he will tap him with his wand (healing him 29 hp). If Not Gecktar will cast spiritual weapon on B1 (hit AC18 for 7 damage)
In both cases he will take a five foot step to go to L8
Flat-top(AC 22 26/85hp)Post One d8+1=9 Friday February 4th, 2005 9:30:53 AM
Flat-top Put one hand on Leets body and with the other hand he touches his healing Tattoo. His had glows and heales Leets of 9hp.
Flat-top (ac 22 26/85hp) Friday February 4th, 2005 9:35:01 AM
Flat-top takes his crossbow from his belt snd loads two bolts onto the weapon.
Flat-top tells Toros "It's too early yet, I might need it a little later."
OOC:next round Flat-top will shoot his weapon at the leader.
Toros - OOC Friday February 4th, 2005 9:40:25 AM
Flat-top could you please also post how you respond, when Toros has offered you the healing potion?
Kale(ac 20, 60/49) d20+10=30 Friday February 4th, 2005 10:13:05 AM
Kale will try to climb up the boulder on the opposite side of Mykel(climb check of 30) and prepares to attack next round
Zeoll tries to dodge out of the fire while concentrating on his summoning. He misses the save by just one! Darn! And takes the full 22 points. That disrupts his concentration and his spell is ruined.
Another blast like that will not be too good.
He sees Croc under attack and wonders if he is dead yet. He casts his Fog Cloud spell so that both he himself and B4 are in it.
Then he takes a five foot step back and geta a potion out for drinking next round.
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Spells used are underlined: Druid spells prepared: Cure Minor Wounds x4, Hide from Animals, Longstrider, Obscuring Mist, Fog Cloud, Barkskin
Bard slots used: 2 of 2 first level slots.
Solgrin (HP 26/26, AC:20, Blink, Mage Armor) 5d4(4+3+2+1+3)+5=18 d100=78 Friday February 4th, 2005 6:05:39 PM
Solgrin casts magic missle sending the missles into B5 (dmg 18)(does not blink as casting the magic missles). Solgrin calls to the other Chosen "Kanchana is over here fighting off another bounty hunter."
Active Spells: Blink (2/5 rounds remaining) Mage Armor (5 hours)
Paw'caw(ceil) ac 17 18/18hp d20+5=20 d8+5=9 Friday February 4th, 2005 6:12:06 PM
Paw-caw flies up to about sisty or seventy feet then she folds her wing in an attact dive, when she is about ten feet to her prey, she then extends her claws for an attact. then climbs up to about her attack hight and look for another opening.
OOC: Attack ac 20, Damages 9hp.
Managran(ceil) ac 20 18/18hp d20+8=27 d6+4=10 Friday February 4th, 2005 6:18:38 PM
Managram is none too happy, his master is hurt because of this vile taur. He *Blinks* again, bites the enermy then *blinks* back to his master.
OOC: attack ac 27, Damages 10hp.
Roz(ceil) ac20 - 28/28hp Friday February 4th, 2005 6:23:40 PM
Roz look around to see if theres more danger. Do you want me to claw him this time?She waits for an answer.
Elder(ceil) ac 14 - 10/10hp Friday February 4th, 2005 6:24:34 PM
The weasel sleep on.
Crock(ceil)(ac 20 7/39hp) d20+6=24 d12+7=18 Friday February 4th, 2005 7:30:17 PM
Crock is hurt to the point of trushing at the nearest bad Taur.
OOC:attack ac 24 - Damages 18hp.
Toros (illegal second post) Friday February 4th, 2005 7:52:35 PM
OOC: Dear DM, can I make this addition to my post?
As Flat-top does not need the healing potion now Toros will offer it to Leets standing near Flat-top, knowing that he is also wounded. Toros should be standing in a position on the righthand side of Flat-top and Leets.
Bounty Hunter's Revenge, 3. (DM Jim) d20+12=26 d20+10=21 d8+5=13 d4+5=8 d20+14=19 d20+12=25 2d6(5+6)+6=17 d100=51 d20+12=30 2d6(5+5)+7=17 d20+13=16 2d6(5+1)+8=14 d20+8=15 d20+12=15 d20+12=18 d20+12=24 Friday February 4th, 2005 10:47:19 PM
Zeoll finds his spell ruined from the flame blasting that he took. He turns and casts a different spell to create a fog that may give them so security. He then steps back so that he can take the potion he drew out.
Brahmah had intended to step into the mist but found not mist around him, so this time he does fire off a pair of arrow at the leader of this group. The first arrow strikes the leader, burying deep int his side...the other flies on harmlessly.
Toros finds the missiles absorbed by a magic that he had forgotten he has. He is unable to see Kanchana so moves to Flat-top to hand over a potion that was given to him by Mikal, but gives it to Leets instead.
Leets takes the potion without actually looking at it. Otherwise he just kind of stands there as the mists lift around him.
Gecktar feels the bite of flames and thinks of the survivability of the group. He then steps over to heal Zeoll who does not look to be in too good of shape.
Flat-top lays his hand upon Leets and heals him of a little damage. He then pulls up his crossbow to use it next time he has a chance.
Paw'caw falls into an attack dive but pulls out a little early to hit the leader of the bounty hunters.
Managarm blinks in and bites at the bounty hunter's calve once again before blinking back to stand by his master.
Roz keeps an eye out for any more enemies and inquires of her master what she should do.
Elder sleeps on.
Croc thrashes about as he nears the end of his life.
Solgrin slams some missiles into the back of the wizard on the boulder as he calls for help again for Kanchana. He lets them know that she is facing off against a hunter herself.
Kanchana is able to heal herself after getting slammed by a spell. She gives the wemic the indication that she is still thinking things over. She then prepares to make a jump across the softened area.
Kale easily climbs up on the boulder to face off against the wizard, who looks less than happy at this point.
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The leader growls as an arrow thuds into his side and he charges forward, his axe held high. He brings it chopping in once at Toros (hit: 16 and damage: 14).
The bounty hunter(B1) charges on forward to stop in front of Flat-top, but he stabs his lance in at Toros instead (hit: 30 and damage: 17).
The bounty hunter(B2) moves forward and swirls his chain into the fog at Leets, but the chain finds nothing.
Bounty hunter(B3) continues to listen to Kanchana as he just nods his head. "It seems that I would do well to listen and wait for you to make up your mind then." He picks a piece of the boulder off and folds it around like the clay that it has become. The rest of the softened boulder just forms a little to his wieght, but he does not sink much. "I think in the end you will see it my way." He gives Kanchana another smile as he watches her tense for flight.
Bounty hunter(B4) finds himself within a sudden mix of fog and roars in outrage. Not really needing to see he chants a spell of his own (dispel magic on area 19).
Bounty hunter(B5) hops off the boulder and makes a run for it as he winces with all the abuse that he has taken.
A single globe of acid comes out of nowhere and impacts upon Croc's hide (hit: 24 and damage: 7).
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Mikal moves in at the wizard with both weapons and slices in at him, trying to make himself useful to the overpowered Chosen. His sword and dagger both land upon the mage with deadly accuracy.
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Toros look here Highlight to display spoiler: {Flat-top{condition yellow below 1/2hp, Leets{condition blue above 1/2hp}, Gecktar{condition green above 3/4hp}, Managarm{condition green above 3/4hp}, L1{condition green above 3/4hp}, B1{condition blue above 1/2hp}, B2{condition green above 3/4hp}}.
Toros - Had you hand the potion across to Leets.
Toros d20=18 d4=4 d4=2 Friday February 4th, 2005 11:55:36 PM
Toros easily dodges the attack of the L1 but cannot escape from that of B1. However this gives him an AoO and responds to B1 with his own claws.
(d20 =18 +8 BAB with rage + 1 inspire courage + 1 wemic totem) (28 hit)
left claw (+4 + 6 strength by rage + 1 wemic totem + 1 inspire courage) 12 damage and right claw (+2 + 6 strength by rage + 1 wemic totem + 1 inspire courage) 10 damage (total 22hp damage)
Then Toros will move 5-steps backward.
OOC: I will wait for the result of the dispell check and an updated map, if possible, before writing the other actions of Toros in this turn
Toros-OOC Saturday February 5th, 2005 12:36:59 AM
Sorry it will be paws instead of claws. Even I am not sure whether Toros can use his both claws in this AoP.
Brahmah (AC 22, hps 83) d20+10=30 d20+10=20 d20+5=23 2d6(1+2)+7=10 2d6(5+5)+7=17 2d6(6+1)+7=14 Saturday February 5th, 2005 12:44:29 AM
[Can we get a map for the next round please? Thanks. It helps with trauma care and healing.]
Inspired: +1 morale bonus to attack and damage
Brahmah fires off two more arrows. (Whoa, another 30! AC 30(crit threat 20) and 23 for 10(if crit 27) and 14 damage) The minotaur snarls and knocks another arrow.
Cayzle OOC Saturday February 5th, 2005 6:32:06 AM
The Dispel Magic from the enemy was a 19, which was more than enough to take down the Fog Cloud (DC14 to dispel). So there is no fog, so everyone can see easily.
Solgrin (HP 26/26, AC:20, Blink, Mage Armor) 5d6(2+6+6+3+5)=22 d100=46 Saturday February 5th, 2005 3:10:45 PM
Solgrin notes the bounty hunter falling back then says "Mikal, don't let him get a chance to recover, keep on him."
Solgrin then looks over and casts Fireball (centering it as to catch L1, B1, & B2 while not hitting any chosen. does not blink as he releases the spell) (DMG 22. Ref save vs DC 17 for half)
Once Solgrin has cast the fireball he readies his spiked chain.
Active Spells: Blink (1/5 rounds remaining) Mage Armor (5 hours)
24 AC (23-2 rage +3 act defensively with 5 ranks tumble), 48 hp d20=13 d8=8 d8=4 Saturday February 5th, 2005 10:24:27 PM
Having responded to the attacks of the bounty hunters (the post for AoO, hit 28, damage 22) and keeping a defensive standing (+3 to AC -4 to Attack, which I did not count for the AoO) Toros will stop chanting his inspiring song and drink a healing potion for himself. His rage does not allow him to cast a spell.
CMW, 8+4+2= 14.
Toros will assess what his senses and magical capabilites tell him about the conditions of health of the creatures around, also looking around to see that Croc is laying on the ground, and behind the old lady is also not in good condition. Now he also have a good guess of where Kanchana can be and hopes that she is taking care of herself.
(spot check, 13+3 = 16, 17 with wemic totem)
Next round will be a tough one for everyone and wishes the power of Gods to be with his friends. His position is about 10-15 ft distant from any hunter.
(All Allies Inspired for 5 rounds: +1 morale bonus to attack and damage)
Highlight to display spoiler: {Flat-top{condition yellow below 1/2hp, Leets{condition blue above 1/2hp}, Gecktar{condition green above 3/4hp}, Managarm{condition green above 3/4hp}, L1{condition green above 3/4hp}, B1{condition blue above 1/2hp}, B2{condition green above 3/4hp}}.
Toros - It was me! OOC Saturday February 5th, 2005 10:30:13 PM
I forgot to put my name on the above post, and could not manage to do the right with the spoiler. Sorry!
Kanchana (AC 19, HP 41/44) d20+12=24 Sunday February 6th, 2005 7:32:44 PM
Kanchana takes note of just how far she has backed up. She sees that she is very close to the end of the boulders. The Warden grins just slightly.
She tilts her head some and looks over at the hunter. Kanchana considers all the things she could get done to assist the Chosen and Old Koot if she can past the boulders.
"I will have to postpone answering your offer. There is at least one who might have need of my skills. *pause* You make me miss the traditional Hunts."
With this comment Kanchana does something completely different from what she had first intended. She recognizes the male wemic's 'game'. It is much like what young children do when learning the Art of the Hunt; or cats playing with mice!
Kanchana wheels around and sprints to where Old Koot is. Kanchana counts on the tree (O-Q, 9-10) will shield her presence from the hunter/priest on the boulder across from the Chosen (boulder P7). Kanchana checks on Old Koot's health status (Heal 24). She will help to bandage/stabilize Koot's wounds.
Kanchana hasn't the time to see how the wemic bounty hunter will react to her actions.
(Heal 24)
Leets (HP 36, AC 21) Monday February 7th, 2005 4:31:22 AM
Leets is glad to hear the voice of his friends near him as all gather...Already receiving healing from Flat-Top, he feels the cold glass of of a potion in his hand as Toros gives it to him...
Hidden behind his shield to gat a look at the situation, the Centaur paladin swallows the potion (what kind is it?), and then prepares to face the opponent.
Toros- Potion Monday February 7th, 2005 5:27:35 AM
It is a Cure Moderate Wounds potion and should heal you 2d8+2 I guess.
Zeoll (AC16, HP46 of 46, Inspired) Monday February 7th, 2005 5:51:26 AM
When Gecktar heals Zeoll, all of the liontaur bard/druid's burns heal up entirely.
"Thanks, my frriend," says Zeoll, "but look! You need to heal yourrself now!"
Since Toros's bardsong is still lifting his heart, Zeoll does not add his own voice to the battle.
Instead, looking at the melee, Zeoll figures it is almost time for him to fight. First he casts Longstrider on himself, and then he draws his greatsword. Next round he intends to charge into battle. He looks for the best opponent.
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Spells used are underlined: Druid spells prepared: Cure Minor Wounds x4, Hide from Animals, Longstrider, Obscuring Mist, Fog Cloud, Barkskin
Bard slots used: 2 of 2 first level slots.
Kale(ac 20, 60/49) d20+7=25 d20+12=22 d8+6=13 Monday February 7th, 2005 11:58:38 AM
fustrated at the wizard running away, Kale charges the wizard(charges B5, made jump check of 25 to get off the boulder ok, hit AC 22 for 13 pts of damage)
Gecktar (AC22 hp49) 3d8(6+2+6)+15=29 Monday February 7th, 2005 3:04:07 PM
At the boundary of his vision Gecktar can see how Flat-Top is badly hurt. He touch him with his wand trying to make him feel better and gving him a chance to survive the next assault
Gecktar add-on Monday February 7th, 2005 3:06:10 PM
Flat-Top is healed 29 hp as shown on the dice roller
Flat-top (ac 22 54/85hp) [sub Jay B] d20+15=33 d20+10=14 d8+8=11 Monday February 7th, 2005 7:22:25 PM
[b][OOC: Are the Chosen still Inspired?][b/]
(AC 22 vs L1, 21 vs everyone else)
Feeling Gecktar's healing touch, Flat-top smiles and say to the leader, "This is what you get for beating up on the ladies!" Deciding that the crossbow is too risky at such a close range, Flat-top grabs his morningstar instead and swings it at the leaders head.
(AC 33 and 14, for 11 and miss damage on L1)
Toros - inspire courage Monday February 7th, 2005 7:28:16 PM
Yes, Chosen are inspired for 5 more rounds
Brahmah (AC 22, hps 83) d20+13=21 d20+8=24 d20+8=21 2d4(3+4)+7=14 2d4(1+1)+7=9 2d4(4+2)+7=13 Monday February 7th, 2005 7:32:06 PM
Not really having the skill to shoot into combat and not wanting to hit his friends, Brahmah drops(as a free action) his bow behind him and begins moving to the left around the pit, while drawing his swords once more(move action).
Stopping just beside the leader, Brahmah takes two swings with his falchion at L1. (AC 21 and 24(crit threat 21) for 14 and 9(21 if crit)damage)
[OOC: I didn't add in the Inspire for Flat-top or Brahmah's attacks because I wasn't sure if it was still in effect.]
Bounty Hunter's Revenge, 4. (DM Jim) 5d6(4+3+3+1+1)=12 d20+12=14 d20+7=26 d20+12=26 d20+9=19 2d6(5+6)+7=18 2d6(4+4)+7=15 2d6(6+5)+4=15 2d6(2+5)+4=11 10d6(6+3+2+2+5+1+5+3+4+4)=35 2d8(4+3)+4=11 4d8(5+8+1+7)+6=27 Monday February 7th, 2005 9:44:48 PM
Zeoll thanks Gecktar for the healing but advises him to do the same for himself. He then draws his own greatsword as he readies himself for battle.
Brahmah moves around the pit so that he can face off against one of the many hunters. His first attack is deflected by the axe but the second strike finds a way through, drawing blood.
Toros strikes out with both set of paws on the closest hunter. He strikes with both hits as he moves backwards. He takes a defensive stance, well at least he will if he does not fall into the pit (ref DC 14).
Leets takes the potion as he hides behind his shield. He is not liking the situation but cannot help it.
Gecktar touches Flat-top with his healing wand, looking to improve the odds that they can survive this assault.
Flat-top takes a swing at the leader of the group. His first swing is good but the second one is off target and misses.
Paw'caw circles the sky as she waits for the fire to die down and let her help out in some way.
Managarm blinks in and bites at the bounty hunter's calve once again before blinking back to stand by his master.
Roz keeps an eye out for any more enemies and waits.
Elder sleeps on.
Croc slumps to the ground and just lays there.
Solgrin lets Mikal know that they should not let the mage go. He then lobs a fireball into the enemy, catching them but not his friends. He readies his spiked chain.
Kanchana takes a gamble and then takes off in the direction of Old Koot. She does take the time to verbally banter with the liontaur. Once at the minotaur's side she takes the time to bandage her up and stop any blood loss. She notices that most of it is bruising but the old minotaur may have a couple of broken ribs.
Kale dives off the rock to roll up behind the wizard. His sword finds an opening in the wizard's back.
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The leader growls as yet another arrow thuds into his body, followed by another. He backs off some as he lobs another globe from the necklace just beyond the pit (damage: 12, Ref DC 16 for half; Brahmah, Zeoll, Toros, Flat-top, Gecktar, Leets are effected).
The bounty hunter(B1) turns his attention to the mage that had fireballed them. With a snort he moves in that general direction.
The bounty hunter(B2) decides to split his attacks between the two targets that are before him. He swings his chain twice out at Flat-top and then twice at Leets (Flat-top - hit: 14/26 and damage: 18/15 and Leets - hit: 26/19 and damage: 15/11).
Bounty hunter(B3) watches as Kanchana takes off to attend to Old Koot. He smiles and shakes his head, as he had not really been too keen on that beating...he had even protested. He looks around as he decides what to do and then lays his sword down to draw out his bow, he nocks an arrow.
Bounty hunter(B4) is happy to see the fog go away and snarls as he throws out another spell. He targets Zeoll with a spell as he flings his hand at him (hold person - Will DC 19).
Bounty hunter(B5) slumps to the ground, a pair of daggers and a sword in his back. He was able to tap something on his shoulder before he dies.
A fireball comes out of nowhere and flies to impact above the pit, near the far edge. The flames burst outwards striking those nearby (damage: 35, Ref DC 19 for half; Brahmah, Zeoll, Toros, Flat-top, Gecktar, Leets are effected).
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Mikal pulls and throws a pair of daggers at the retreating mage as he moves into range. Both daggers fly past Kale, dangerously close to him, and thud into the wizard's back as Kale's sword enters it as well.
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Toros look here Highlight to display spoiler: {Flat-top{condition blue above 1/2hp, Leets{condition green above 3/4hp}, Gecktar{condition green above 3/4hp}, Managarm{condition green above 3/4hp}, L1{condition blue above 31/2hp}, B1{condition green above 13/4hp}, B2{condition green above 3/4hp}}.
Toros - At the time I did not know if the dispel was effective or not. Had not had time to look when I sent it out. I had the potion gotten to Leets but left you where you where at. It will tell you hit points of someone that you cannot see, but it will not you their location.
Leets - Rolled healing for your potion. Rolled an 11 for your healing if that is ok with you. If not then by all means make a healing roll on your next post (2d8+4).
Brahmah - Added in your bonuses to both.
Zeoll (AC16, HP5 of 46, Longstrider, Inspired) d20+4=21 d20+11=27 d20+4=15 Monday February 7th, 2005 10:49:46 PM
Zeoll tries to resist the leader's necklace-missile. and he dodges much of the blast (save 21), taking only 6 hp damage.
Then Zeoll feels the enchantment from Bounty Hunter B4, but he throws off that compulsion with ease (save 27).
Finally, Zeoll feels the heat of a fireball! This time he is hit hard and burned badly, taking the full 35 hp damage.
Zeoll realizes that were it not for the healing he recieved last round, he would be dead now. He also realizes that he has been targetted by spells far outstripping those he can cast. That fireball seems to have been cast by a mage using Greater Invisibility, he thinks. Croc is dead, and at only 5 hit points, Zeoll feels the fast approach of the death from which he had emerged only a short time ago.
With no spells left to cast, no magic item to use, and no hit points left to withstand any damage, Zeoll sees no other option.
He runs away, moving 200 feet back the way the group came. "Sorrry!" he calls to his friends as he flees for his life. And he is grateful that his druidic ability to pass through underbrush lets him pass the Wall of Thorns without taking damage. He looks for a place to take cover out of sight, and does so if he can.
Leets (HP 14, AC 21) d20+5=25 d20+8=23 d20+3=10 d8+2=3 d8+2=3 Tuesday February 8th, 2005 2:50:15 AM
(Reflex save: natural 20! Ok for the 11hpts of the potion!)
Leets considers the opportunity of a counter-attack as the strength flows in his veins from the potion he just drunk.
However, his relief is short as he receives a chain swing right in the shoulder as he prepares to attack his ennemy. Once more protected behind his shield, he manages to avoid the second attack, but then feels the horrible heat wave...
Jumping ahead, he tries not to feel the flammes too much( half damage: 17/18?) and focuses his attention on the bounty hunter right in front of him: Attack 23/10, damage 3/3).
Brahmah (AC 22, hps 60/83) d20+7=19 d20+7=21 d20+17=34 2d8(4+8)+14=26 Tuesday February 8th, 2005 3:21:33 AM
(made both saves, takes 23 damage)
Brahmah gets clobbered. He charges the leader, his horns down. "Pah'caw!" He yells for his friend. (Hits AC 34 for 26 damage)
Gecktar (AC22 HP-19 Dead) d20+1=17 d20+1=11 Tuesday February 8th, 2005 3:23:31 AM
Gecktar don't realizes what happened. Trying to escape a first blast of fire rolling on the side, he is fully cought by the second that burn his entire body.
The terrific pain didn't last long as his soul leaves his body relieving him from the torment.
Gecktar's body, nearly turned to ashes by the blast of fire, falls on the ground totally inert. With a glance to the body every one can see that it can no more host any life.
Flat-top (ac 22 -2/85hp) [sub Jay B] d20+6=19 d20+6=14 Tuesday February 8th, 2005 3:32:24 AM
(made one save, failed one save, takes 41 damage)
He begins moving then falls, hit by B2.
Brahmah Tuesday February 8th, 2005 3:34:01 AM
OOC: Oh dear! Gecktar, I'm sorry.
Toros Tuesday February 8th, 2005 4:07:09 AM
OoC: Dear Gecktar, please try to use your hero points to reroll, if you have any.
Also in your previous post your hit point was 49hp. Even if there might be a typing mistake DM has also confirmed your health condition was ok (green condition, above 3/4hp) with the information in the last DM post (highlight the spoiler), and with your rolls you should have received -41hp (6+35) damage, thus you should have still some hp left.
Kanchana (AC 19, HP 41/44) Tuesday February 8th, 2005 4:18:52 AM
Kanchana summons a small earth elemental to assist the Chosen. She directs it to rise from the ground between two of the bounty hunters (K 12 on map). Kanchana also points out a couple of distinguishing features of the bounty hunters she can see (L1, B2, B1). She says that they are enemies of Mother Wold.
Kanchana cuts Old Koot's bindings and tells her to run away up the road to the city. She also quickly tells Koot not to stop or turn back, and warns her of the infected Great Wolves.
Kanchana cannot be seen by the spellcaster due to the tree in the way. She hopes to have just enough luck to summon another creature in a moment. Kanchana wonders what Zeoll has planned as she sees him disappear through the briar tangle.
Now that Old Koot has run away Kanchana takes what time is left to her to run (as fast as she can) around the backside of the boulders (o&p row) towards the spellcaster (?) (B4). (Will be moving along row R).
(Burned 2nd lvl Flaming sphere to cast a spontaneous summoning)
((James, Kanchana would ask the elemental to attack L1 first since he is "closer" to her than either B1 or B2. Earth elemental stats pg. 97-98 MM 3.5. +1 bonus to attack and +1 bonus to dmg since both it and the foes are touching the ground. Attack Slam +6 melee 1d6+5. I added in the +1 bonuses.))
1st Level (4): Cure Light wounds, Entangle**, Magic Stone
2nd Level (3): Flaming Sphere, Soften Earth and Stone**
** = memorized twice
Toros d20=20 d20=15 d20=13 d4=1 d4=4 d4=3 d4=1 d20=7 d20=12 Tuesday February 8th, 2005 4:28:43 AM
OOC: Dear DM, Toros will act as if he is on G10, with regard to the post I have sent to you
When he sees the fireball coming from nowhere, Toros suddenly remembers how the dire wolfs were released from the entangled area in their last encounter, and realizes the existence of an invisible spell caster. He calls out to warn the Chosen.
gChosen. Look out! There is an invisible spellcaster. Try to locate, if you can!h
Meanwhile B1 moves forward to his direction, giving a perfect chance for Toros to attack. (AoO) (a natural hit for a natural attack!) (d20 =20 +8 BAB with rage + 1 inspire courage + 1 wemic totem) (30 hit) (d20 =25 for critical check left paw (+4 + 6 strength by rage + 1 wemic totem + 1 inspire courage) 12 damage and right paw (+1 + 6 strength by rage + 1 wemic totem + 1 inspire courage) 9 damage (total 21hp damage, if critical 42hp)
Having caught B1 from its vulnerable point Toros continues his assault on him. (d20 =13 +8 BAB with rage + 1 inspire courage + 1 wemic totem) (23 hit) left paw (+3 + 6 strength by rage + 1 wemic totem + 1 inspire courage) 11 damage and right paw (+1 + 6 strength by rage + 1 wemic totem + 1 inspire courage) 9 damage (total 20hp damage)
Praying Domi that the total damage (62hp, if critical) he has given will be enough to finish B1, Toros will turn to look for the invisible spellcaster. When he tried to spot last round, he was not able to notice anything like that thus this time he will rely on his ears rather than eyes. (d20, listen, 7+7= 14)
OOC: Dear DM, as I have tried to explain in my posting to you, if Toros was on G10 he should not have faced the conditions and damage that require the reflex saves. Still, I rolled a reflex roll, in case you may ask. (d12+7 = 19)
(All Allies Inspired for 4 rounds: +1 morale bonus to attack and damage)
Toros reflex save d20=2 d20=16 Tuesday February 8th, 2005 5:08:02 AM
OOC: In case DM asks, here are the other two rexlex saves, one fail (9) one success (23) with 29 damage
Gecktar Tuesday February 8th, 2005 7:47:39 AM
OOC : Toros, you're right with my previous post but it was wrong as Gecktar already take damage from the flame strike resulting in 27hp left. So he really is -14 hp As for the save I forget my hero points :) How can I use them ? May I use 4 of my 5 point to increase the roll of my save to 11+4x2=19 saving against the spell.
Dear DM : tell me if I could use my hero points like this. If yes I will make another post else then Gecktar will have fallen in the glory of Domi.
Ammendments. (DM Jim) Tuesday February 8th, 2005 1:54:16 PM
Toros - You can reposition your character as needed on the map, just let me know. If you are out of the blast range then no rolls are needed.
Gecktar - I believe that you can use your points that way or you could just make another roll using up just one of them. Someone else can correct me if I am wrong.
Flat-top would not be bleeding to death either, I cannot see that happening with a fireball being the cause.
I also seem to have messed up the enemies stated condition in that spoiler. I am trying out this new way of giving conditions and I did not change them right. I am going to drive myself crazy at this rate.
Gecktar (AC22 hp 35 / 49) 3d8(7+7+2)+15=31 Tuesday February 8th, 2005 2:45:27 PM
Gecktar feels an instant the power of Domi raising through all his muscles. With a powerful jump he manage to escape a part of the fiery blast that surround every one in the vinicity. Just after the flame goes down Gecktars sees Flat-Top falling and all those around him all badly hurt.
All of them need a healer able to backup them in this though fight. He decides to heal himself with his wand (heal 31hp) so that he will be able to help his comrades for the rest of the fight. He just hopes that no more Chosen fall the next round.
Their only chance now is to close quarter with their opponent. "Close quarter with them !" does he shouts.
OOC : Burn 4 hero points to be able to save vs the spell. I have no chance if I reroll (must roll 18 or higher!)
OOC : sorry for the previous posts, and thanks to Toros who remind me to use my Hero points...
Solgrin (HP 26/26, AC:20, Blink, Mage Armor) d20+4=9 d20+8=18 Tuesday February 8th, 2005 2:54:17 PM
Solgrin strikes out at Bq when he steps into range (AoO, Reach 10') hit AC 9.
Solgrin tells Rozca "on my shoulder." Solgrin casts defensively Invisibility sharing it with Rozca. then Solgrin moves off ending in b4.
***** concentration: 18 (no AoO for casting Invis.) *****
Toros 21 AC, 53 hp Tuesday February 8th, 2005 6:37:25 PM
OOC: Thank you Jim and glad to know that you are here with us Gecktar
Having finished his assult on B1 (AoO and standart melee attack action, 62 hp damage, if successful hits) and searched around, Toros will move towards where Croc stands following G line. He hopes that the height of boulders this time will keep him out of reach (protect him from any AoO of B3) and he will reach K16 so that he can heal Croc next round. (Croc should be just unconscious with 0 hps)
OOC: I also corrected hit points of Toros. Since the level-up I forgot to include +3 constitution bonus. I realized this, when I was upgrading Toros for the new Tapestry game. Also, when I healed Toros with Mikhal's potion I had added +2 rather than +4. I also added these 2hps.
Bounty Hunter's Revenge, 5. (DM Jim) d20+13=15 d20+8=16 2d6(6+2)+8=16 2d6(4+1)+8=13 d20+14=29 2d6(1+5)+7=13 2d6(3+6)=9 d20+12=18 d20+7=22 d20+12=25 d20+7=16 2d6(5+3)+6=14 2d6(3+6)+6=15 2d6(6+1)+6=13 2d6(6+1)+6=13 d20+15=26 d20+15=21 d20+15=24 2d6(3+5)+4=12 2d6(6+6)+4=16 2d6(3+6)+4=13 10d6(3+3+3+1+3+4+3+4+2+3)=29 10d6(4+5+2+1+6+1+3+5+1+5)=33 4d6(6+1+1+3)=11 4d6(3+6+1+5)=15 d20+14=15 d20+14=32 d20+14=18 d20+14=32 Tuesday February 8th, 2005 10:59:57 PM
Zeoll makes a straight shot for the wall of thorns and would have made it out....but wait for it?
Brahmah takes the clobbering and then charges into the leader of the hunters, his horns leading the way.
Toros calls out for the group to be on the look-out for an invisible mage that seems to be plagueing you. He then drives home a few attacks upon the hunter that passed him and then works on him again.
Leets takes those blows that he must and shakes it off as best he can. He then slams into the hunter before him, though his second attack is off.
Gecktar pours healing into his own body as he looks to the others. He has very little hope that they will survive, but he prays to Domi for his divine assistance.
Flat-top starts to move and then finds himself falling to the ground. His only saving grace is the fact that he will not bleed to death.
Paw'caw makes a dive upon the leader of the group. Her claws find a open area and slash into the taurs flesh.
Managarm looks to his master who is not looking to good and then blinks to make another attack upon the hunter. His teeth once again bury into the taur's calve.
Roz keeps an eye out for any more enemies and waits.
Elder sleeps on.
Croc slumps to the ground and just lays there.
Solgrin lashes out at the hunter as he comes within range. He then casts a spell of his own and slips off with his familiar.
Kanchana summons up help of her own near the hunters. She then heads around the boulder to get to the cleric hunter.
Kale looks over the body of the dead mage.
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The leader shakes it off as he takes another attack from this group. He brings his axe to bear upon Brahmah with a snarl (hit: 15/16 and damage: 16/13). He snarls at the elf as he appears and shakes his head. "I will have my revenge...NOW!!"
The bounty hunter(B1) charges at Brahmah, his one lance leading the way (hit: 29 and damage: 22). Shortly after his attack a series of arrows appear in his back and he looks to Brahmah stunned. The lances slip from his hands as he slumps to the ground.
The bounty hunter(B2) decides to split his attacks again between the two targets near him. He swings his chain twice out at Leets and then twice at Brahmah (Leets - hit: 18/22 and damage: 14/15 and Brahmah - hit: 25/16 and damage: 13/13). After swirling his chain into both targets he finds arrows jutting out of his back. He topples forward to land upon his chain.
Bounty hunter(B3) shrugs as he lets the female wemic out of his sight, figuring that she will come back to him. He pulls back and lets three arrows fly at the retreating back of Toros as he moves to help out the crocodile (hit: 26/21/24 and damage: 12/16/13). Gasps at the sudden appearance of the other group and drops his bow. "The TreeStalkers..." His voice quivers in fear as he throws his hands into the air.
Bounty hunter(B4) snarls as he flings yet another spell upon the Chosen. This time his spell is aimed at Gecktar (damage: 29, Ref DC 16 for half). His reaction with the appearance of the elf is much the same as the liontaurs as he lets his hands drop to his side. The fight seems to have gone out of the cleric.
Bounty hunter(B5) dead.
A ray of scorching heat shoots out at Leets as another one shoots out to touch Gecktar (touch attack - (Leets)hit: 32 and damage 11/ (Gecktar)hit: 32 and damage 15, Ref 19 for half damage). Another liontaur appears where there had been none before. He looks to the elf after looking around, his spell having been countered, and shudders. "Parley!"
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Mikal moves back to the front area of the boulder and then looks around. He shakes his head as he jumps down and looks for the place to best add his skills. Mikal looks to the elf that appears as well and drops both of his weapons upon the ground. "The TreeStalkers are not to be trifled with...they are beyond all of us." He swallows as he looks to see what the Chosen will do.
Earth elemental appears at the intended location and smashes into the nearest hunter.
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An elf appears upon the boulder that Kanchana is just passing. He looks to the Chosen and the other bounty hunter group and shakes his head. "You can stop the fight right here...this group will be coming with us." He waves his hand once in what appears to be an indication to stop fighting. He glances to the minotaur leader of the bounty hunters and shakes his head, as he looks to Brahmah. "Fine then...honorable combat in the minotaur tradition." His hand goes up in the air and he twirls it quickly.
A series of arrows come flying out of the tree next to the elf. Each one thuds into the back of B2.
A series of arrows come flying out of the tree on the other side as well to thud into the back of B1.
Another elf appears in front of Zeoll with a sword drawn and pointing at him. "I believe that you where about to surrender to us." He gives Zeoll a smile as he says this.
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Toros look here Highlight to display spoiler: {Croc{condition red 0 or less HP}, Mage{condition green above 3/4 HP}, Old Koot{condition yellow above 1/4 HP}}.
Toros 22 AC 11 hp - inspire courage and deathwatch active d20=13 d20=10 d8=6 Wednesday February 9th, 2005 12:18:32 AM
Receiving three arrows retreating towards the old Minoutaur and Croc (41 hp damage) Toros growls in pain.
Toros does not know how to react to the new comers. However, he also wants this fight to be over and the death of the two hunters with the arrows of the elves makes him feel better, thinking that the Chosen are the survivor, even if not the winner, of the battle.
These idea and feelings in his mind Toros slowly loses his rage and, a bit fatigued, turns to normal. Then he turns to do what he knows good, cure a wounded creature. He casts CLW on Croc (cure 6+1= 7 hp), after treating his wounds and removing the arrows (health check 13+3 =16).
Toros then looks at to the battleground (spot 10+3 = 13). He tries to identify all the elves on the boulders and trees. Seeing his friends spread on the battleground, he also hopes that they are, or will be, all OK. Meanwhile he has placed his glaive back into his gear to show that he does not want to continue fighting. However, when he notices the B6, now visible on the ground, a strong emotion of revenge arises, but he manages to keep this emotion to himself for the moment.
Leets (-13 = Dead) Wednesday February 9th, 2005 3:13:57 AM
Leets was watching his opponent falling on the ground. And falls over the mighty Minotaur just after, bleeding a lot...
Suddenly, a blazing ray strikes his wounded body, and sets fire to his very flesh.
The Centaur paladin breathes no more. His heart is not beating anymore...
Toros Wednesday February 9th, 2005 3:20:40 AM
OOC: Dear Leets, for damage from the scorching ray wouldnt you roll a reflex save to take half damage? Also use some hero points, if you have any?
Leets Wednesday February 9th, 2005 3:23:13 AM
OOC: Hélas! Leets was already unconscious when he fell on the ground...I don't think he could have rolled anything! :)
((Kanchana OOC)) Wednesday February 9th, 2005 3:35:37 AM
((Didn't those ray spells get blocked by the Elves??))
Toros Wednesday February 9th, 2005 3:46:08 AM
OoC: I think being unconscious and helpless can be treated as having a Dexterity of 0 (--5 modifier) and in this way you can have a reflex save.
When you are unconscious and helpless, just as you roll 10% chance to become stable, and fortitude save against coup de grace, you also can have a reflex save, I guess. For instance, the way or where Leets fall may protect him from full damage, in order to determine this he can roll for a reflex save.
If you roll a reflex save, wish you all the luck!
Leets (Maybe dead, maybe not...Illegal second post) d20+3=13 Wednesday February 9th, 2005 4:04:13 AM
OOC: I think it's the invisibility spell of the Wemic that has been countered, not the heat ray. However, I'll roll for the reflex save and let the DM decide of Leets' fate...Rolled 13 (D20+ 3 divine grace: 13...I fear it won't be enough....
Leets, I had your hit points at 20. So even with all the damage and a failed save you are only looking at -6. Hope that is helpful. :)
Zeoll Wednesday February 9th, 2005 5:32:01 AM
Zeoll looks around. He sees elves attacking the enemy. He does not see elves attacking his friends. He hears the laughter in the elf's voice. So he stands there and says, "Surre?"
Flat-top (ac 22 -3/85hp) [sub Jay B] d100=1 Wednesday February 9th, 2005 6:36:04 AM
(WOW! I believe Flat-top stabilzed at -3!!!!, rolled a 1)
The centaur's erratic breathing stops and he begins taking shallow, short breaths.
Brahmah (AC 26, hps 25/83) Wednesday February 9th, 2005 7:14:00 AM
Not really in the mindset to surrender willingly, Brahmah certainly wasn't thinking Kayleb. What did an elf know of minotaur society anyway?
The Captain of the Chosen, however, wishes for no further harm to his friends and he would certainly surrender easier to an elf than to the bounty hunters.
He looks at the bounty hunter leader and smiles, knowing the minotaur hunter MUST stop the assault if Brahmah calls for the Kayleb. He starts the ritual challenge in the correct manner(Total Defense, +4 AC to dodge).
He looks into the leaders eyes. "As it is known to our people and to our land, Honor is served and the dispute resolved, when one of us lays dead on this Hallowed ground. I challenge you to Kayleb!"
Kale d20+3=7 Wednesday February 9th, 2005 9:42:20 AM
(OOC, i posted yesterday, but my computer crashed just as i finished, so i guess it didnt get through)
seeing elves begin to swarm the area, Kale just stands there and attempst to hide in shadows(doesnt do a very good job of 7)
Gecktar (AC22 -1 / 49) d20+1=8 d20+1=19 Wednesday February 9th, 2005 2:41:17 PM
One more time Gecktar is englufed in flames and is badly hurt. He has time to see another Chosen falling but ... He also see the elves firing at the bounty hunter... Just in time to see another flaming ray that he partly avoid but the pain is more than he can withstand and he falls to the ground uncousious.
(OOC don't save vs the first 29 damage, save for the second only 7 damage for a total of 36)
Kanchana (AC 19, HP 41/44) d20+3=19 d20+12=22 d20+12=25 d20+12=23 3d8(4+7+4)+15=30 3d8(1+5+1)+15=22 3d8(7+3+1)+15=26 Wednesday February 9th, 2005 5:02:18 PM
Kanchana jumps up onto the boulder (O/P 12) next to one of the elves (jump 19). She quickly surveys the scene ahead of her. Her brow wrinkles in confusion and distress. "Sorry! They need me," she quietly tells the (most likely startled) elf. Kanchana takes a great leap off of the boulder and runs first to Leets (the closest). She rapidly looks to Leets (heal 22), Flat-top (heal 25) and finally Gecktar (heal 23). Once they are stabil and she has gained knowledge of the extent of their wounds she will take out a healing wand and set to work (Leets 30HP, Flat-top 22HP, Gecktar 26HP). Nothing will deter or disuade Kanchana from her task.
((Made all the rolls this post to save time. If Kanchana cannot do all this now then consider the post to continue to the next post.))
Solgrin (HP 26/26, AC:20, Invisible, Mage Armor) d20+3=14 Wednesday February 9th, 2005 5:11:31 PM
Solgrin slowly moves around the large rock stopping at F3.
*** move silently: 14 ***
Active Spells: Invisibility (5 minutes) Mage Armor (5 hours)
Shared Spells with Rozca: Invisibility(5 minutes) Mage Armor (5 hours)
Personal Battle. (DM Jim) d20+14=15 d20+9=20 2d6(1+5)+8=14 2d6(6+4)+8=18 Wednesday February 9th, 2005 11:08:32 PM
Zeoll is quick to agree with the elf. Then again if they are not attacking his friends that is all the better.
Toros lays some healing into the crocodile that lays at his feet now. He a little happier about the fight, but not with the possible outcome.
Leets is down and bleeding to death.
Gecktar has only a few seconds to rejoice in the fact that thier attackers are now the attacked. A spell slams into him that drops him to the ground.
Flat-top finds that he is stabilized naturally.
Paw'caw stays in the sky and watches to see if she is needed.
Managarm stands protectively over his master, growling with all the ferocity that he can muster. He will let Kanchana near to heal.
Roz stays perched on her master's shoulder and turns her head around to look at everything.
Elder sleeps on.
Croc looks around groggily as he shakes himsef.
Solgrin moves out and takes a position to watch the duel.
Kanchana lands gently by the elf that seem to not be startled in the least. After commenting to him she makes off to check on those that are the most gravely wounded. She is able to tell that Leets and Gecktar are still bleeding and in need of immediate attention. Flat-top has stabilized and in no danger for now. She pours healing into Leets to bring him back around *other healing to come with next post*.
Kale attemps to hide but is very unsuccessful. In fact he is sure that just about everyone, including the dead mage at his feet, saw him trying.
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The bounty hunter(B1) dead.
The bounty hunter(B2) dead.
Bounty hunter(B3,4,6) make their way to a central area of the road and stand defeated. They want no more fight it would seem.
Bounty hunter(B5) dead.
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Mikal slowly picks up his weapons and puts them away as he leans again the boulder.
Earth elemental looks around as if it is not sure what to do.
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The elf leader looks to Kanchana and smiles. "Yes most certainly can...do you require any assistance, my healer would be happy to help you out?" He then turns back to the fight after he gets an answer from Kanchana. "Honorable combat it will be...in your minotaur tradition of Kayleb." He glares at the rest of the other bounty hunter group and keeps their eyes for a second or two. "I will not tolerate any interference...or else...." He lets it hang, most knowing full well what would happen.
The elves in the trees are still hidden from view and seem to have no orders to reveal themselves.
The elf with Zeoll lets the tip of his sword dip to the ground as he moves forward to watch with him. "I have never seen a true Kayleb before" He seems to be fascinated by the experience that is unfolding before him.
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Brahmah squares off against the hunter leader as he starts out the ritual. He keeps himself ready for anything not really ezpecting this taur to fight fair.
Leader snarls at Brahmah and holds his axe out before him. "As it is known to our people and to our land, Honor is served and the dispute resolved, when one of us lays dead on this Hallowed ground. I accept your challenge to Kayleb!" He does not wait for anything else though as he sends two quick chops in at Brahmah (hit: 15/20 and damage: 14/18).
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No battle map this time around. I am not sure that you will need one. If one ends up needing to be sent out then I will update and send.
Toros Thursday February 10th, 2005 1:21:34 AM
Realizing that the elves are more friendly than he has first thought and seeing all his friends are treated Toros is not so happy to see Brahmah fighting with the Leader of the hunters alone. The result of the fight is unknown yet, and both of the warriers are awfully wounded already. He will try to get a sense of the health conditions of the Chosen's leader and the hunter's leader (deatwatch 30 ft), although he does not want to watch the battle, fearing of to see unwanted consequences.
As another unfinished business Toros will walk to where the spellcaster (B5) had run away and died to make sure that he is totally dead. He also wants to make sure of the conditions of Kale and Solgrin. His deathwatch should tell again how they are even if he cannot see them, if they are within the range of his spell.
Toros will follow a way that is not too close to the fight that it can be interpreted as an interference but close enough that he can keep track of the conditions of both fighters. He will also pay utmost attention not to let anyone know where Kale and Solgrin may be, unless they themselves reveal themselves.
(walk through line 16, then line F, then line 9 and line C and end up at "B5".)
He hopes he will not be stopped by any elf, otherwise he will make the explanation that he will check the health condition of the spellcaster.
Leets (HP 14?) Thursday February 10th, 2005 1:32:01 AM
Burned and broken, Leets lays on the side, his soul slowly leaving the Wold...
He suddenly feels the familiar presence of Kanchana calling him back, and he finally opens his eyes, immediately standing up like a newborn foal would do.
A little bit lost, he looks on the left, on the right, and seems to understand thatthe battle is over...
He opens wide his eyes, and whispers: "Flat-Top! Gecktar!"
Almost falling on the ground as he tries to run and help his dying friends, he has to accept the idea that he will not be able to be everywhere...
"Managarm! My dog you'll have to help me! Find Gecktar and save him!" (Using Leets' lay on hands, Managarm will heal 7 HPs to Gecktar)
Slowly making his way to his old friend Flat-Top, Leets glances at Kanchana. Many disturbing things can be seen in the paladin's eyes as he nods to the druidess...
Ignoring the elves for the moment, and arriving at Flat-Top, he will heal 7 HPs to the Centaur warrior.
Brahmah (AC 26, hps 25/83) d20+1=16 Thursday February 10th, 2005 2:29:45 AM "You do not show Honor to the Kayleb with your actions, Hunter." As he dances and quickly skirts the blows of the Hunter's Leader. "You are fully aware, as are all the minotaurs here, that Kayleb is to be fought on equal terms and equal ground. You and I are both badly wounded and have on our persons, magic that makes the Kayleb null. Do you yield and forfeit, Hunter?!" It should be a convincing argument, because it sounds like he swallowed a text book. (trained, Knowledge Kayleb 16)
(He maintains his defensive posture, +6 to dodge AC.... he does NOT retaliate against the dishonorable actions of this taur)
Flat-top (ac 22 -3/85hp) [sub Jay B] Thursday February 10th, 2005 2:39:39 AM
He remains unconscience, not having been healed yet.
(OOC: I think Kanchana can only heal one with a wand each round. We are still in rounds. :))
Brahmah (AC 26, hps 25/83) Thursday February 10th, 2005 2:40:29 AM
OOC: Oops, +4 dodge bonus, not +6.
(OOC: Laurent / Leets) Thursday February 10th, 2005 2:59:37 AM
Since he's alive, Leets healed 7HP to Flat-Top, Jay :)
((Eunice comment to Ceil)) Thursday February 10th, 2005 3:01:50 AM
((Yep, I know that. That is why I explained it all in the post. I rolled everything in one post to save time. I will just carry the rolls down through the posts until they are all resolved.)) ;)
Kale Thursday February 10th, 2005 6:56:21 AM
not really wanting to see the fight, Kale goes over to the dead mage and starts searching through the body for anything interesting. if anyone asks him what he's doing, Kale tells them that he's looking for information on their employer.
Kanchana Thursday February 10th, 2005 12:00:25 PM
Kanchana seizes the oppotunity to get assistance with the task of healing the others. She makes this clear to the Elf of course.
"Yes, I would appreciate the assistance of another healer!"
Kanchana concentrates only on healing, nothing else concerns her for the moment.
((See healing checks and rolls from post 09.02.05))
Solgrin (HP 26/26, AC:20, Invisible, Mage Armor) Thursday February 10th, 2005 3:55:53 PM
Solgrin stays where he is and continues to watch what is happening.
Gecktar Thursday February 10th, 2005 4:29:04 PM
Gecktar feels the warm energy of Domi through his vein coming back to consiousness to see Managram licking his face.
Zeoll (5 hp) Thursday February 10th, 2005 5:10:30 PM
Zeoll keeps alert and watches what goes on.
Personal Battle, 1. (DM Jim) 3d8(3+5+2)+10=20 3d8(7+3+5)+10=25 Friday February 11th, 2005 7:46:56 PM
As most of the Chosen watch or move around to check on others, one is involved in combat.
Leets applies healing through his companion Managarm. Kanchana moves off to the next person to pour more healing into that person.
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Brahmah berates the leader as he tries non Keyleb tactics. The leader just smiles though as he shakes his head. "It matters not...this fight will end with my victory." He looks to their respective healers and laughs lightly. "So we abandon our magical gear then and get healing." He shakes his head as he backs off to make himself ready for a fight. He loses all his magical gear as his cleric moves forward and lays his hands upon the minotaur.
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The elven cleric will make his healing available to Brahmah if he wishes it. Otherwise he moves around to pour healing into those that need it. (Zeoll - 20 and Brahmah - 25) "If anyone else is in need of healing please step over my way."
Sorry if this post seems a little off. I have a sinus and ear cold that is messing with my head bad. Plus I have some meds now that keep me a little bit in la-la land.
Toros (11hp) Friday February 11th, 2005 8:21:20 PM
OOC: Bless you! Please take care and get well soon!
After checking the conditions of Kale, Solgrin and the spellcaster (already dead), and having alook at what Kale has found on the dead spellcaster's body, Toros will go near Kanchana or the elven healer (whoever is available) to be healed, waiting for all the other Chosen to be treated first.
Then he will offer Brahmah his help for anything he can.
Brahmah (AC 26, hps 50/83) Friday February 11th, 2005 9:23:19 PM
He goes to Toros and asks for healing and weapons. "What non-magical weapon do you have?"
He begins stripping off his swords, buckler, and chain shirt. The the Captain strips off his gauntlets. All he wears is breechs and a shirt and has no weapons. Brahmah looks very much helpless, but anyone who knows him knows otherwise, this taur is far from helpless.
He walks up to Kanchana. "I need healing and perhaps a weapon you have, non-magical." The minotaur seems quite tranquil, his voice very calm. "The elf called for the Kayleb." He says simply to the druidess.
Brahmah (AC 16, hps 50/83) Friday February 11th, 2005 9:24:43 PM
OOC: Oops, AC has changed!
He also askes for any non-magical minotaur sized armor, any armor.
Brahmah (AC 16, hps 50/83) (VERY ILLEGAL THIRD POST!!!) Friday February 11th, 2005 9:28:15 PM
OOC: Sheesh!
The captain also gather the Chosen around and tell them their jobs, quietly. "Okay, here's the short of it. I need people to be looking out for spellcasting and archers. If any of us, including the Hunters, cast any spell, the Kayleb is forfeit and the main battle resumes. If I go down in combat...." He pauses. "...don't let them walk away."
Flat-top (ac 22 ?/85hp) [sub Jay B] Friday February 11th, 2005 9:29:16 PM
The centaur begins to move slightly, from the healing?
Toros - illegal second post d8=7 Friday February 11th, 2005 10:05:10 PM
Toros goes to the wagon and brings his gear. Then he starts showing them to Brahmah one by one:
"Captain, I have got all these weapons in my gear. Please take anyone you think that it might be useful. It may be good to have a weapon that can be readied against charge attacks.
You can also use my spiked chainshirt. The spikes are masterwork and may be good to use in a grapple."
Then Toros touches their Leader's Shoulder and heals him 8hp (7+1).
"Mikhal and I also have some healing potions, if they could be of some help in the fight."
Kanchana 3d8(3+7+6)+15=31 d20+12=24 Saturday February 12th, 2005 1:39:46 PM
Kanchana heals Brahmah using Gargul's gift (the healing wand) (heals 31HP).
"You want to use my scimitar? Wouldn't you be better off using one of Toros' many weapons?"
Kanchana gives Brahmah an inquisitive look.
"I suppose you are asking me because I don't have any magical weaponry."
If Brahmah doesn't use one of Toros' weapons then Kanchana will lend Brahmah her masterwork scimitar, eventhough it will leave her with no other defense than her claws. She will say to Brahmah (half serious, half in jest) "you break it you replace it". Kanchana finally gives Brahmah an encouraging smile.
Quickly afterwards Kanchana will devote her attention to Flat-top (heal check 24). She will try and assess how badly hurt Flat-top still is.
((James, I need to know what Flat-top's HP is now. I cannot figure it out because all the healing stuff done by others and NPCs is so chaotic. Kanchana still has one of the previous healing rolls for Flat-top waiting in queue, but if it isn't needed then one charge can maybe be saved for later (the charge, not the roll).))
Zeoll (hp 25 of 46) Saturday February 12th, 2005 2:03:54 PM
The liontaur moves closer to the fight and is ready to jump in if the other side cheats.
"Kanchana, what about that odd sword we found that you carry? Maybe Brahmah should use that?"
Zeoll checks on his Croc, too.
Kanchana (to Zeoll) Saturday February 12th, 2005 2:43:31 PM
"No Zeoll. I have a feeling that it has another purpose, and that it breaches the terms set for the Kayleb. That sword says with me until we know more about it."
((Cayzle, there is no we to the finding of that sword; just Kanchana. According to the DM post only Kanchana stumbled over the sword, and somehow she was compelled to keep it (DM determined, I just "went with the flow"). It is a complete mystery that may only be relevant to Kanchana and not to any of the other Chosen at all. Hopefully James will grace (at least) Kanchana with a few answers to this mysterious sword! My best guess is that it is some sort of plot device)) ;)
Solgrin (HP 26/26, AC:20, Invisible, Mage Armor) Sunday February 13th, 2005 7:14:26 PM
Solgrin moves closer to the bounty hunter mage and keeps watch on him so that he does not interfer with the combat between Brahmah and their leader.
Leets d20+6=24 Monday February 14th, 2005 2:45:36 AM
Still shocked and wounded, Leets will help Kanchana as well as he can (Heal check 24). Once all death threat is away, he'll understand what's going on with the kayleb.
He has no doubt about Brahmah's skills as a fighter, and blindly knows what the issue of the battle will be.
Holding his obsidian statue high over his head, the Centaur paladin will pray so that the Kayleb follows the ancestral rules of the Minotaurs.
And may Domi strike with the thunder of his mighty arm the one who wouldn't fight with his heart fully filled with courage.
Gecktar (HP 6 of 49) d8+4=11 3d8(3+3+5)+15=26 Monday February 14th, 2005 2:59:32 AM
Gecktar has had better days... He is still recovering from his unconsciousness having a headache and multiples burns.
In the fog of his mind he understand what Brahmah is going to do. He himself know what is Kayleb having fought two of them during his life. Brahmah should be in the best health he can to confront the leader of the bounty hunters. He approches his captain, observe the last wounds he has on his body and concentrate to let flow the energy of Domi through his hand to Brahmah body. (heal 11 hp)
Gecktar says : "You should have all you health for this fight. Our honor is in your hands Captain. May Domi guide your arm to defeat servant of the Drak One."
Turning to Toros he smile to him seeing his poor state of health. "You are not better than I, I can see..." and he touch him with his healing wand (heal 26hp)
(OOC : Same request as Kanchana to see what the hp of all other Chosen to provide them healing)
Kale Monday February 14th, 2005 11:04:29 AM
Kale will briefly stop his search and go over to the elvin cleric to get healed, the he goes back to the wizard's body to continue his search
Brahmah (AC 20, hps 83) Monday February 14th, 2005 2:30:18 PM
Brahmah takes Toros' kukri and spiked chainshirt, and Kanchana's non-magical masterwork scimitar.
"Heal yourself Gecktar, I'm fine. Zeoll still looks wounded."(Use the 37 healing on you Gillis, please)
((OOC: Kachana's scimitar)) Monday February 14th, 2005 4:54:35 PM
((I meant the "break it - replace it" thing. Kanchana cannot afford to replace her MW scimitar, and will not settle for any scimitar of less than MW quality. Especially since she didn't volunteer the use of her scimitar.))
Flat-top Monday February 14th, 2005 5:12:05 PM
Flat-top feel as if he's very sleepy, but some thing pushes him awake?? He hears some harsh words, something he's heard before.
He tries to get om his hoves, but he seem very heave. A voice from far away tells him that he'll be all right and put hands on him. At once he fell much better, Up on his hooves he goes, holding the hand of the healer "Ahh! My Little Kitten, once again you can to my resque???" Flat-top look into the eyes of some Elven healer, "Err! I mean Thank you, Sir Elf!'
The center takes a good look around, and reconises a kaylib being set up Between his Captain and the Evil Leader.
Flat-top will go to stand beside either Kanchana or his old friends Kale or Toros,
OOC: I think that Flat-top is at 55/85hp.
Brahmah (AC 20, hps 83) Monday February 14th, 2005 10:01:20 PM
Brahmah dresses in his borrowed chain shirt and straps on the borrowed kukri and mw scimitar and tells Kanchana and Toros, "If I break it, its a loss to the cause. I will attempt to replace it though."
He straps on his anti-Marteaus buckler and draws his new weapons.
(OOC: Tunc, is Toros' kukri a masterwork weapon or mundane?) (OOC: Use the remaining healing on the others, please healers. Brahmah's hit points are full.)
Brahmah (AC 21, hps 83) Monday February 14th, 2005 10:02:23 PM
(Oops, buckler AC +1)
Toros -kukri Monday February 14th, 2005 10:22:24 PM
(OOC: I am afraid not.
In addition to the mundane items I have listed Toros also has a "battleaxe", which is not a mundane item. But it has not been dentified and I do not know whether the additional bonus(es) come(s) from its just being masterwork or being magical in addition to being masterwork. Can you use that? If you can, please take it.
Personal Battle, 2. (DM Jim) 3d8(1+8+2)+6=17 3d8(1+5+2)+6=14 3d8(2+4+6)+6=18 3d8(7+8+4)+6=25 Tuesday February 15th, 2005 12:34:56 AM
Most of the Chosen attend to wounds and getting stuff from the dead wizard.
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Brahmah arms and armors himself as he gets healing to put himself back into fighting trim.
The minotaur leader also gets a couple of weapons, a longsword and dagger from one of his group. He also is able to get a set of armor that he had been carrying with him, along with a buckler. "Are you ready little taur??"
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The elven cleric will hand out more healing from a wand as he stands off to the side. (healing: 17, 14, 18, 25) He heals up Kale when he comes and asks, giving him a nod. He will also heal Zeoll, Leets and Gecktar
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Eunice - Highlight to display spoiler: {HP: Brahmah(83/83), Solgrin(26/26), Kale(60/60), Zeoll(39/46), Kanchana(41/44), Leets(39/53), Gecktar(24/49), Toros(11/47), Flat-top(55/85) and Croc(23/37).}
Toros (HP 37/50) d20=12 Tuesday February 15th, 2005 5:28:25 AM
"Thank you for the healing Gecktar, I needed that"
Toros will remove the bodies of the two dead hunters from the fighting arena. He will call the other bounty hunters, if they want them. If they dont he will just leave them near the boulders.
If left alone he will have a quick search on the bodies of the dead hunters. (d20, 12)
Brahmah (AC 21, hps 83) d20+16=30 2d8(6+4)+12=22 Tuesday February 15th, 2005 5:41:06 AM
Brahmah breaks into a run, charging, head down and horns ready. (AC 30, for 20 damage)
Brahmah extracts his horns from the minotaur and smirks. "Ready, little one!" The Captain of the Chosen expects anything in this combat, from earlier dishonorable tactics.
(Brahmah's AC dropped to 19 during the charge.)
Kale Tuesday February 15th, 2005 7:14:08 AM
Kale continues his search of the wizard, wondering when he's going to find anything
Zeoll (hp 25 +some elf healing of 46 max) d20+21=22 Tuesday February 15th, 2005 8:04:53 AM
As Zeoll watches the combat, he talks with one of the elves.
"How is it that you happened to come upon us in the middle of a fight?" he asks. "Werre you looking forr us?"
"And parrdon me forr asking, but what arre yourr intentions, exactly?"
[Diplomacy check 22 is the result of a natural one! LOL!]
Leets Tuesday February 15th, 2005 10:12:27 AM
Feeling far much better now that he has received healing.
Coming closer to the Kayleb, but far enough, he will recite an old tale he remembers of:
One night after a battle at the Channel Orgus Goldhorn was standing praying for the soul of his Minotaur brothers fallen under the sword of the Centaurs. When the moon was high arrived the ravens, and Goldhorn offered his axe to the celestial crescent, saying: "Father Tomi, don't let the corpses be spoiled" But no answer came. So Goldhorn slayed any raven that would even slightly touch the ground. And when the sun came he was covered with black feathers and dark blood. And Tomi, in the glory of this new day light Appeared to him and said:
"You did well. Those who fell will remain fallen. But there will always be ravens."
With this in mind Orgus Goldhorn knew that his brothers would find peace only when their ennemy would have fallen too.
Flat-top d20+5=24 Tuesday February 15th, 2005 10:33:31 AM
Flat-top trots around the wide circle of the fighting arena, watching for any thing underhanded.
Still watching the fight, Flat-top comes accross Kale, "Kale find any thing yet? Have any idea as to why these elves are intrested in Minotaur's Kaylib?".
Watching or spotting 24.
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday February 15th, 2005 12:03:21 PM
Paw'caw is very disterb, she see that her master is in trouble and nobody is helping him?? She flies down to a tall tree, watching his every move. She rocks her body is fustration and call to Brahmah "CAAWWW! Caaaawww!"
Managram(ceil) Tuesday February 15th, 2005 12:15:46 PM
Managram does not know who these small people are? Brahmah is fighting the fouwl smelling dude? the other Chosen Taur are watching? So he'll follow Leets where ever he goes, But will stick his cold nose in every ones business.
Roz(ceil) Tuesday February 15th, 2005 12:20:54 PM
Roz sits on her master's shoulder, asking him~~Master! What is happening? Should we help? One good sting would do the trick, don't you think?~~
Elder(ceil) d20+5=14 Tuesday February 15th, 2005 12:25:03 PM
Now that every thing has quited down, the little weisel want out. So He'll will try to push his way out of the top.
OOC: Pushing his way ot of the bag - 14
Croc(ceil) Tuesday February 15th, 2005 12:30:42 PM
Croc is coming around, with a bad head ache. he reals around and snaps at Cayzle, but stops when he sees the he is the one that is stoping the head ache.
Gecktar Tuesday February 15th, 2005 3:54:17 PM
Gecktar is fascinated by the incomming battle. Praying Domi for Brahmah's victory
Solgrin (HP 26/26, AC:20, Invisible, Mage Armor) Tuesday February 15th, 2005 5:16:12 PM
Solgrin stays behind the bounty hunter mage keeping his spiked chain readied incase the mage tries to interfer.
Kanchana d8+3=9 Tuesday February 15th, 2005 8:01:34 PM
What smile she had rapidly evapourates at Brahmah's comment. Cause? Kayleb is no cause for her, and losing a weapon for the sake of one Minotaur in needless combat is hardly justified.
"Wrong Brahmah. You WILL replace it if you ruin it. I did not volunteer use of my only weapon, you took it when that wasn't necessary."
Kanchana flashes Brahmah a look showing obvious shock, some disgust and clear disappointment. He won't have her support with that nasty and dispicable attitude. Brahmah is indeed a poor leader if his actions are to judge.
Kanchana will not waste valuable time on this silly posturing duel that the the two minotaurs are engaged in. She turns instead to more important tasks. Kanchana informs Gecktar to do likewise.
"Gecktar will you help me to tend the injuries the Chosen have suffered? Begin with yourself please, you look horrible. Healing our wounded is our priority not that scirmish." (Information: Kanchana is not yelling, I used bold type so that the talking to Gecktar didn't disappear in the post.) :)
Kanchana heals Zeoll first (HP 9, from wand).
((OOC: Seeking clearification on HP stats. Do Flat-top's, Gecktar's and Leets' HP stats include the rolls I made 09.02.05? I will post more healing when I have the answer to those 3 stats.))
Personal Battle, 3. (DM Jim) d20+15=34 d20+13=33 d20+15=26 2d6(1+3)+5=9 2d6(3+6)+5=14 d6+2=5 Tuesday February 15th, 2005 10:28:37 PM
Toros thanks Gecktar for healing when he gets it.
Kale searches over the mage one last time and holds a few items that he found upon his body.
Zeoll inquires with the elf as to his groups business with the group and all.
The Kayleb brings to mind a story that Leets remembers and for some reason he starts to recite it.
Flat-top and Gecktar both seem to be fascinated by the match that is unfolding before them.
Solgrin stays near the other mage that is still alive to make sure he does nothing dirty, but he has the feeling that the elves know that he is there.
Kanchana lets Brahmah know that if her weapon gets broken that he must replace it. She also tries to get Gecktar moving on healing as it is their job not the elves that showed up.
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Brahmah charges the leader minotaur and gores him good. He then back off a little and comments about being ready.
The minotaur leader is knocked back a little with the sudden impact and grunts under the attack. "Indeed it seems you are ready." With that he brings the sword cutting in twice at Brahmah, following it up with the dagger (hit: 34/33/26 and damage: 9/14/5).
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The three elves that you can see are watching the Kayleb as it unfolds. They do not seem to be too occupied by it though as to drop thier guard.
The elf by Zeoll simply smiles and shrugs his shoulders. "That is easy...we were waiting for you in this spot when we noticed these bounty hunters." He chuckles slightly as he watches the fight but looks to Zeoll to get his reaction to his statement. "Then we were to aquire you for the one that payed us to bring you in." It is a simple statement and more than you had expected to get out of the elf.
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Eunice, I think all the healing has been applied now- Highlight to display spoiler: {{HP: Brahmah(83/83), Solgrin(26/26), Kale(60/60), Zeoll(46/46), Kanchana(41/44), Leets(53/53), Gecktar(49/49), Toros(37/47), Flat-top(55/85) and Croc(23/37).}}
Toros (37/50hp) Wednesday February 16th, 2005 1:39:42 AM
As the fight has already started, Toros can not do anything to support Brahmah except praying Domi for his victory.
He will look for one final healing for the remaining light injures, showing his appreciation for the one who heals him.
Because of the nervousness that the fight has brought he cannot stay in one place for a long time. He will go near Flat-top and Kale to see how they are doing, and then end up next to Mikhal and ask what he thinks about these Elves and what the Chosen could do with them.
Gecktar d8+4=12 Wednesday February 16th, 2005 3:20:28 AM
Kanchana, that bring him back to reality. He smiles to her and nods, "You are right we must heal all those who need it."
That said, he turns to Toros who seems to be one of the last with Flat-Top needing healing. He concentrate for few second and unleash the power of Domi using one of his unused spell to heal Toros (heal 12hp)
(OOC spontaneously cast cure light wound)
Flat-top (55/85hp) Wednesday February 16th, 2005 6:12:14 AM
Flat-top watches every move the enermy leader makes, because he's seen this kind of fighting before. He knows that he cannot even hepl his Captain in the slightest, for it will mean death for the both of them. For that is the rules of the Kaylib.
Another though comes to mind?? Why are these elves intrested in this kind of fighting?? The elves that he can see (And there are very few of them) are not very intrested?? funny?? be he seem to feel that there's more of them Watching??
He fells a Chosen, passing beside him, "Toros!" Flat-top whispers, "You look a little pale, my Tom-Cat Friend." The centaur smiles at his weinic friend.
Flat-top should talk, he's soo pail the his black hide is no longer black with bright white spots, it is now dull gray with blotchy white spots.
He watches the fight as it continues, felling very helpless(Just like the last time he witness one of these fight).
Brahmah (AC 21, hps 55/83) d20+10=20 d20+11=26 d20+5=12 d20+6=18 d8+5=13 d6+2=3 d8+5=12 d6+2=3 Wednesday February 16th, 2005 8:18:28 AM
Not yelling at Eunice. (OOC: Monday February 14th, 2005 9:01:20 PM Brahmah dresses in his borrowed chain shirt and straps on the borrowed kukri and mw scimitar and tells Kanchana and Toros, "If I break it, its a loss to the cause. I will attempt to replace it though.") As you ccan see, I DID say I would replace it when I wrote the post! Brahmah has shown Honor frequently, and it is rarely questioned, if he says he'll replace it, he'll replace it!
Brahmah grunts at the blows he takes from the hunter leader and swings in at him just as the hunter's last blow strikes true. "Seems the Chosen are quite the famous lot." Banters the Captain of the Chosen. (AC 20, 26, 12 and 18, for 13, 3, 12 and 3 damage)
Zeoll d20+10=27 Wednesday February 16th, 2005 10:57:13 AM
The liontaur continues his conversatin with the elf.
"And if I may ask, who is it who hirred you to find us and brring us in? Anyone we might know?"
"And does yourr contrract include the smallerr fellow who was acting as ourr guide?" [Zeoll is referring to the guy whose name starts with M; I can't remember it now, sorry.]
As he engages the fellow in conversation, Zeoll tries to get a handle on this guy. Maybe a hunch. Do these elves wish us well or woe? Will they bring us into danger if we go along? [Sense Motive check 27! Woot!]
Leets Wednesday February 16th, 2005 1:00:14 PM
The Centaur paladin now has his arms crossed on his chest, and his attention is focused on the fight.
His head moves as the two fighters swirl and turn around, because he doesn't want to miss the most little detail....
Solgrin Wednesday February 16th, 2005 2:18:06 PM
Solgrin stays relaxed but ready incase it starts to go against the Chosen.
Kale Wednesday February 16th, 2005 3:34:43 PM
not the least interested in the fight, Kale goes through the things that he found on the dead wizard
Kanchana 3d8(3+3+4)+15=25 Wednesday February 16th, 2005 4:13:25 PM
Kanchana moves over to Flat-top. "I am sorry that I haven't been able to get to you again before now." Kanchana seems exhausted, fatigued; but not physically. She touches Flat-top with a wand to heal him quickly (heals 25HP).
((OOC: Jay, you might have meant to state replacing the weapon but your post doesn't read that way. In fact it was formulated rather rudely to be frank. The comments interprets more like: "if it breaks tough luck, I'll replace it if/when it suits me". Beginning with the 'loss to a cause' was unfortunate; especially since this Kayleb isn't a general cause but an indiviual one. Writing the 'try and replace it first' and the 'loss to a cause' last would have changed the emotional content and interpretation dramatically. If this seems rude I am sorry, as the meaning isn't so.))
Personal Battle, 4. (DM Jim) 3d8(1+5+5)+6=17 d20+12=29 d20+8=15 d20+12=16 2d6(4+1)+6=11 2d6(1+3)+6=10 d6+2=7 Wednesday February 16th, 2005 10:53:12 PM
Toros wanders around a little as he cannot stand still with this fight going on and the fate of the group on the line.
Kale sits down and looks over the four items that he found upon the mage's body (ring, vial, foot long stick and two raven's feathers).
Zeoll continues to talk to the elf, trying to get a further idea of what is going on.
Leets continues to watch the fight before him as he winces with each attack.
Flat-top tries joking with Toros as the seriousness of the fight before the group catches up to all of them. He cannot think of a better way to deal with it at this time, especially in his current condition.
Solgrin continues to keep an eye out for foul-play from the other side but finds them doing little but looking defeated.
Kanchana goes to Flat-top as well to look him over and see how he is fairing. She asks him to forgive her for not coming to him earlier.
Gecktar pours a little bit of healing into Flat-to as he talks to him.
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Brahmah lays back into the minotaur leader with a vengeance as he takes his own hits, bantering with him as he fights. His first two shots are right on the mark and get through the defenses, but the last two are turned away with a dagger blade.
The minotaur leader laughs as he listens to Brahmah's banter. "Famous to some...but it is only revenge for me, let the others have the money." He tears back in at Brahmah with sword and dagger (hit: 29/15/16 and damage: 10/9/7).
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The lead elf continues to watch the Keyleb with some interest, though as to his reasoning for calling for this honorable combat is unclear. You can only suspect that he has his reasons.
The elf healer makes his way over to Toros and pours some healing into him from his wand and then goes back to the fight, satisfies as the druidess is seeing to the last injured party (heal 17).
The elf nods and then looks to Zeoll again. "Personally I do not know them...important types I hear, backed by a nut they say." He chuckles slightly as he watches the fight as he talks on to Zeoll. "We were told to bring the lot of you in and that includes the lad." The elf smiles again as he speaks and he may surprise you with what he has to say. "You would be Zeoll of the Chosen I would presume and the lad works in the University of Magic in Plauteau City...Mikal would be his name...as your groups whole names are known to all of us."
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Eunice, I think all the healing has been applied now:Highlight to display spoiler: {HP: Brahmah(55/83), Solgrin(26/26), Kale(60/60), Zeoll(46/46), Kanchana(41/44), Leets(53/53), Gecktar(49/49), Toros(47/47), Flat-top(67/85) and Croc(23/37).}
Toros (50/50hp) Thursday February 17th, 2005 1:08:19 AM
Fortunately the gray color and blotchy white spots are just the play of sunlight and shadow on Toros's hide, but Toros is still worried indeed. Fortunately the bounty hunter's attacks are not as strong as the last time, giving a good chance to Brahmah in return.
But no, he cannot watch the fight like that, he has to find something else to do that will keep him busy, and not think the fight.
"Well, where were the dead bodies of the other two bounty hunters. Lets see what do they have in their gear and pocket, if the elves and hunters allow me to search."
Toros goes and searches the bodies of the dead hunters. It would be nice, if he can find a shield in good condition... Still, his one eye and ear is on the fight.
(OOC: Thank you for the healings. I guess Flat-top, the old Minotaur lady and Croc now just are in need of healing)
Brahmah (AC 21, hps 45/83) d20+10=29 d20+10=23 d20+11=12 d20+5=20 d20+6=14 d8+5=13 d8+5=8 d8+5=12 d6+2=7 Thursday February 17th, 2005 1:44:20 AM
Continuing his form of diplomacy, that seems to be working to a degree, the Captain banters on. "If this isn't for fame or fortune, what is it for?" (Brahmah does remember the taur from the past encounter, but wishes to understand the meaning of 'revenge'.)
The Captain lays in a series of blows, one that seems quite mortal. Its obvious that the kukri isn't doing the job. His focus is on the combat and the increasing pain of the hunters stinging metal. (AC 29(crit 23), miss, 20 and 14, for 13(if crit 21), miss, 12 and 7)
Gecktar d8+4=11 Thursday February 17th, 2005 3:08:32 AM
Gecktar always having an eye for the fight goes to Flat-Top and let flows to power of Domi through his hand to give him some healing (heal 11hp to Flat-Top)
(OOC spontaneously cast Cure light wounds)
Flat-top(AC 22 78/85hp) Thursday February 17th, 2005 7:17:32 AM
Flat-top whispers to Leets "Remember the last time Brahmah fought a Kaylib for us? When a hight ranking Bull,wanted to kill us all? That minotaur was bigger that the one he's fighting today!"
Kanchana touches his hide, his though come back to her, "HuH! Oh! Kitten it's you! Not to worry, I knew you would get to me sooner or later. You always heal the needy first. That's why I L... err! hmm! Like about you! How's the old nurse?? and don't worry about the kaylib, I trust Brahmah's honnor, BUT not the minotaur Leader's. If He had to beat an old nurse to insite us in to a fight! He has no honnor and was not about to let us live."
As Flattops coat and skin grow healther, he notices Gecktar's touch, the centaur slightly turn his head, "OH! thank you. Tell me Gecktar! is this your first Kaylib you witness?"
Leets Thursday February 17th, 2005 8:25:00 AM
Leets smiles and nods at Flat-Top.
"Oh yes! The last one was much, MUCH BIGGER! And I think this one managed to make Brahmah really angry, and he's going to suffer!"
Kale Thursday February 17th, 2005 10:47:22 AM
Kale gathers up the items he found and goes over to Solgrim. "Can you see if these are magical or not?" he asks him. then he glances at the fight and asks "Who's winning?"
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday February 17th, 2005 2:09:47 PM
Paw'caw is very unset, she hops from one branch to a lower one. She Screehes at him, she either want an order to attack. or to kill his attacker now! "Screech! Screech!" She also rock back and forth??.
OOC Paw'caw is now about half way down the tree.
Managram(ceil) d20+5=13 Thursday February 17th, 2005 2:15:34 PM
Managram stand next to Leet's hooves, he barks and scratches the ground with his frount paws and throw the dirt with his hind paws.
OOC: throwing dirt towards the fighters AC 13. I think the dirt fall short.(way short)
Roz(ceil) Thursday February 17th, 2005 2:21:06 PM
Roz notices the Golden Eagle, She tell Solgum ~~~Master! The eagle is upset at the fighters. Want me to help her??~~~ She ask her master.
Elder(ceil) d20+5=14 Thursday February 17th, 2005 2:34:10 PM
The wheisel is running around pisking a few hazel nuts, then he's running back to Kanchana, when he notices some thing shinny next to the Leader Elf foot. Now Elder wants that shinny object. So elder digs around the foot (it's a broken silver arrow head) but it will not bulge. So elder bites the foot(to move it Bite ac 14)
OOC: if the leader move his foot. Then Elder will grab his treasure (broken arrow) and his hazel nuts and run back to his mistress. If the foot does not move. The weassel will bite again.
Croc(ceil) Thursday February 17th, 2005 2:39:06 PM
Croc is next to his master lies there minding his Peas and Ques, Whondering whitch one shall he have for lunch, all the time he's looking at the dead bodies. "Hmmm! I like following this guy, we seem to run into the best soft meat to eat!!"
Kanchana d8+3=7 d20+12=30 Thursday February 17th, 2005 5:57:30 PM
Kanchana smiles warmly at Flat-top. "Thank you, dearest. I have not had an opportunity to return to Old Koot yet. She was bruised and maybe had damaged some ribs. I will be returning to her side shortly." Kanchana heals the rest of Flat-top's wounds (heals HP 7).
Kanchana returns to Old Koot taking the same route as earlier; walking behind the boulders away from the road. Kanchana will talk soothingly to Old Koot as she re-examines her injuries. She does her best to calm and comfort Old Koot; know that the midwife has been through a distressing situation. (Heal check 30)
((OOC: James, I rolled the healing check now so I can hopefully have info on Koot's injury and health status before my next post. I need to know the extent of the injuries, and whether or not she has worsten since earlier.))
Solgrin (HP 26/26, AC:20, Invisible, Mage Armor) Thursday February 17th, 2005 7:36:09 PM
Solgrin finds a comfortable positionto watch the rest of the Kayleb.
Zeoll (all cured, thanks) Thursday February 17th, 2005 8:09:01 PM
Zeoll does not know what to make of the elves. Are they friend or foe?
But the liontaur is getting concerned about Brahmah. He watches the combat more closely.
Personal Battle, 5. (DM Jim) d20+12=24 d20+8=21 d20+12=19 2d6(3+1)+5=9 2d6(3+5)+5=13 d6+5=10 Thursday February 17th, 2005 10:57:21 PM
Toros wanders over to check over the dead bodies.
Kale moves over to talk to Solgrin, seemingly knowing where the invisible mage is standing at. Maybe it is through hearing or rogue senses as they are very intune with the things around them.
Zeoll ponders over the elves, but keeps an eye out on the fight. His concern grows, not only for Brahmah but as to what the elves are up too.
Leets banters with Flat-top about the last Kalyeb that Brahmah was in.
Flat-top speaks with both Gecktar and Kanchana as they come over to check on him.
Solgrin continues to watch the fight as the rogue approaches him(?).
Kanchana heals up Flat-top and then moves on to help out Old Koot where she is still laying in a ball.
Gecktar heals Flat-top yet again as he tries to keep his mind on other things than the fight.
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Brahmah continues to talk to the leader as he tears into him with a vengeance. He is hoping to end this fight very soon before it could turn against him. One sword stroke finds its way through as does a dagger slice, one is a telling wound.
The minotaur leader grows as things start to look bad, well maybe. He strikes out with his weapons in hopes to takes this silly taur out and get what he wants (hit: 24/21/19 and damage: 9/13/10). Panting the minotaur answers the question put to him. "It has to do with my men you killed...my embarrassment at your hands...my honor."
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The lead elf continues to watch the Keyleb with some interest, though as to his reasoning for calling for this honorable combat is unclear. You can only suspect that he has his reasons.
The elf healer makes his way over to Toros and pours some healing into him from his wand and then goes back to the fight, satisfies as the druidess is seeing to the last injured party (heal 17).
The elf nods and then looks to Zeoll again. "Personally I do not know them...important types I hear, backed by a nut they say." He chuckles slightly as he watches the fight as he talks on to Zeoll. "We were told to bring the lot of you in and that includes the lad." The elf smiles again as he speaks and he may surprise you with what he has to say. "You would be Zeoll of the Chosen I would presume and the lad works in the University of Magic in Plauteau City...Mikal would be his name...as your groups whole names are known to all of us."
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HP: Highlight to display spoiler: {Brahmah(45/83), Solgrin(26/26), Kale(60/60), Zeoll(46/46), Kanchana(41/44), Leets(53/53), Gecktar(49/49), Toros(55/55), Flat-top(85/85) and Croc(23/37).}
Old Koot: Highlight to display spoiler: {She has many bruises around her whole entire body. You will find no cuts of any kind on her. With gently prodding you find that she has six broken ribs and one of them has punctured a lung. She also has a broken left leg and a double fracture in her right arm.}
Gecktar Friday February 18th, 2005 2:56:34 AM
Gecktar answers Flat-Top : "No this is not the first one. I was in army in my young age and this was a way to avoid large conflict between Minotaurs. I personnaly fought two of them but not to death, just first blood."
"But this one is more impressive because it is to death and because the fate of the Chosen resides in the victory of our captain"
"I understand about that. Honor is important." Says the minotaur as he lays into the kindred soul. (AC 26, 21, 20 and 23 for 8, 7, 7, and 4 damage)
Leets Friday February 18th, 2005 5:36:31 AM
Leets clenches his teeth as powerful blows are delivered from both sides in the fight happening before his eyes....
"Domi is by our side today Flat-Top...We wold both have died in this fight otherwise. Brahmah is about to win this Kayleb."
"Once more."
Toros Friday February 18th, 2005 7:02:11 AM
OOC: Dear DM, does the deatwatch still in effect. Can Toros tell the health condition of the hunter leader?
Could you please tell what Toros managed to find on the dead bodies?
Toros gathers what he has been able to find on the dead bodies, and looks for some other things to do in order to relief his tension. However, as the fight seems to be coming to an end he cannot help but concentrate on the battle of the two mighty warriors. Although he has thought that Brahmah would not have needed to enter this fight, he respects the behavior of their leader. For him this is not a personal fight but Brahmah fights for all the Chosen. Just like the honorable battles in distant lands that one warrior from each army fights to the death to determine the result of the war, which prevents the loss of unnecessary lives. Fortunately, for the Chosen there has been no loss of life until this time, although the same cannot be said for the Bounty Hunters' side. On the other hand, the Elves interfered to battle between two sides, and now both leaders are fixing the result of their battle. And Toros hopes that Brahmah will confirm the victory of the Chosen. Nevertheless, it is also pretty visible that the health condition of their leader is also not good. Thus Toros will approach close enough to get a sense of the health condition of the two fighters, if his Deathwatch spell is still working. His approaching seems like to be on his way to come near the Elf Leader.
When he comes near the Elven Leader he will silently watch the final parts of the fight together with the Elf.
Flat-top Friday February 18th, 2005 7:27:57 AM
Flat-top is very restless, he paces back and forth. He answers Leets "Yes! Domi is on our side, Domi remembers the the minotaur leader has no honor, just look at what he did to an old female nurse! Draging her here just to start a kaylib." Flat-top turns to look at his old friend Leets, "Now! as for our captores the elves! Are they any better the the Out-Law Minotaurs? Kanchana is over to her now, healing her as we speak. Now I ask you! did you see any Elf healer help that poor female?"
Flat-top goes back to the fight, pacing back and forth. Yelling, "Come Captain one more well place blow!!"
Kale Friday February 18th, 2005 9:24:11 AM
not getting a response from Solgrim(and not seeing him eigher), Kale sits down on the ground and watches the combat unfold
Zeoll Friday February 18th, 2005 10:13:57 AM
Zeoll listens to the elf, and says, "Thanks forr levelling with us. How much arre they paying you? Just out of curriousity?"
But he is distracted by the danger Brahmah is in. He aches to help in some way, but he would not dishonor the minotaur by doing anything. Instead he gets ready (readies an action) to leap in and cast Cure Minor Wounds on the minotaur the moment he falls. Zeoll meanwhile prays to Domi. "Great Brave One, please help your Chosen," he murmurs in his native tongue.
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday February 18th, 2005 3:41:50 PM
The bird is totally up set. Paw'caw now hops down to about twenty feet off the ground. She rocks back and forth, screeming at the fighting Taurs below.
Paw'caw now will grab the branch, then beats her wing as if she's flying, leaving deep scratch marks on the branch. (she is sharpening her talons and getting ready to attack)
Managram(ceil) Friday February 18th, 2005 3:47:41 PM
Managram growls and bark at the fighting pair of Minotaurs, he run up to the edge of the fighting arena. "Grrr! Bark! Bark!" then runs back to Leets, scratching the ground and throwing the dirt to the fighters. "Miff! Woof!"
Roz(ceil) Friday February 18th, 2005 3:53:02 PM
Roz sits on her master's shoulder, then she tell Solgum "Those animals are upset! I think they want to protect the leader? Want me to go and help?.
Elder(ceil) Friday February 18th, 2005 4:00:35 PM
Elder is on his way back to mommy and the cozy pouch, when he realises that she is not where he left her?? "Eeek! Eeek!"mommie~~MOMMIE??.
He runs around looking for her, comes to where Zeoll and the Elven leader are. Run up the elven leg, then jumps into Zeoll's arms, chattering of his lost of his mother. "Chitter click clater eek eek!"
Croc(ceil) Friday February 18th, 2005 4:06:20 PM
Crock is watching the fight, "Hmmm! I like the one with the two cutters, I think he's tender enough by now!!"
Solgrin (HP 26/26, AC:20, Invisible, Mage Armor) Friday February 18th, 2005 4:12:38 PM
Startled abit by Kale finding him, Solgrin casts Detect Magic then examines the items. "I think Brahmah is winning from what I can see." Solgrin says to Kale.
"Rozca stay here with me and stay hidden." Solgrin thinks to Rozca.
Personal Battle, 6. (DM Jim) d20+14=16 d20+14=22 d20+12=18 2d6(2+6)+7=15 2d6(6+4)+7=17 d6+3=8 Friday February 18th, 2005 11:09:53 PM
Toros finds a few items (will get into more detail after the battle) and then goes to observe the Kayleb a little better. He does find that his spell has expired or canceled sometime.
Kale turns his interest to the fight as Solgrin goes about his business with the items he found.
Zeoll moves forward some to be nearer the fight as he continues to talk to the elf that stopped him.
Leets makes an observation that would most likely have come to pass if not for the call for personal combat.
Flat-top talks of the things that lead to the fight, but he also points out that the elves did not move to help out Old Koot.
Solgrin does what he can for Kale with the items (more to come after the battle).
Kanchana heals up Flat-top and then moves on to help out Old Koot where she is still laying in a ball.
Gecktar talks a little of his life in the army with Flat-top and past Kaylebs.
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Brahmah's attacks mostly all find holes in the other minotaur's defenses. He is able to let the other taur know that he can understand his feelings, still he knows that he cannot lose.
The minotaur leader growls in rage though he can understand where Brahmah is coming from. He sends his weapons tearing into the leader of his enemy with a sudden burst of last desperate strength (hit: 19/25/21 and damage: 15/17/8). With a look down at his own guts starting to fall out of his middle he stumbles a little, before jamming his blade into the ground and going to one knee. "So I have been defeated and my honor regained...may I toast a mug to you and with you on the other side one day." With that he topples forward and slams into the ground.
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The lead elf keeps his blades drawn but watches the fight, thinking that it will be ending soon. He does seem to be preparing for something though as he nods his head.
The elf healer moves over to stand next to Kanchana as she is near the minotaur female. "I am sorry that I did not get to her sooner...I was not sure if she would live or not." His concept of battlefield triage maybe a little harsh but you can maybe see his reasoning. Though it seems that he is offering all the help he can give now. "May I be of assistance though?"
The one elf continues to pace along with Zeoll as they both talk. "Well, it was a tidy little sum...it would have to be to get our services." He looks to the fight and shakes his head. "This reminds me of personal combats back home...they were all honorable fights, most not to the death but on occassion." He points to the wounds that just appeared on the hunter leader and clucks his tongue. "I would guess that he is about done."
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Toros Friday February 18th, 2005 11:32:20 PM
Toros just sees the hunter leader slams onto the ground and makes his concluding comment to the Leader of the Elves. "Well I think this is it. The end of not only our battle but also a personal revenge-seeking. Well, thank you indeed for all your help. You have prevented the loss of more lives." The appreciation in these words can be easily understood.
Toros then will move towards the fight to congratulate their leader and see the health condition of both fighters...
Zeoll d20+21=27 Saturday February 19th, 2005 12:28:28 AM
Zeoll calls Croc to heel before he decides to munch the bodies.
He asks the elf if he would consider a new arrangement.
"How much would it be, then, to purrchase yourr serrvices? I suspect that yourr deal will be complete when you brring us to the perrson you call a "nut." How much would you charrge, the moment yourr contrract is complete, to join us to attack yourr forrmerr employerr?"
[OOC: Diplomacy Check 27]
Flat-top Saturday February 19th, 2005 8:48:22 AM
Flat-top is trying to get Paw'caw to stop, helping her master will only get him killed. "Paw'caw come sit on my shoulder, I'll tell you when you can go to the Captain!" The Centaur pases back and forth, hoping the bird will put her mind on him, rather than Brahmah. BUT who know the female mind, unpredicable to say the least.
Flat-top now makes jesters for her to come to him.
Kanchana Saturday February 19th, 2005 4:04:24 PM
Kanchana is a bit surprised at the elf's version of triage. She makes no comment though.
"Yes, I would like your help very much please. Could you please take over the care of her physical wounds while I continue to try and bring her back from the brink of insanity."
Kanchana speaks politely to the elf. She leaves the elf to finish up healing Koot's physical wounds.
Kanchana speaks to Old Koot in Tauric. She tells her that the Chosen are here to help and protect her now. Kanchana lifts Koot up and holds her in an embrace like a mother would do will a small child. Kanchana speaks comfortingly with a soothing, quiet voice.
"No more harm will come to you Little Mother. We will protect you. Father Tomi's Chosen will not fail you. I will not fail you."
Brahmah (AC 21, hps -2/83) Saturday February 19th, 2005 6:13:24 PM
With his last breath, Brahmah says, "Ale.....sure... sounds.... good...." Nodding to the defeated taur.
Brahmah then falls onto his back, eyes stare into the sky.
Kanchana (illegal 2nd post) Saturday February 19th, 2005 7:22:06 PM
Kanchana hears two heavy thuds behind her. She goes cold. Kanchana feels her responsiblities to Brahmah and to Old Koot warring. If she wasn't sitting and comforting Old Koot she would have been running over to Brahmah. Kanchana turns and looks at Brahmah's prone and battered form. She calls out.
"Gecktar! Get to Brahmah now!" (is yelling now to be heard, is worried too)
Kanchana has no clue if they even are allowed to heal Brahmah now, but she calls for it anyway. If Gecktar cannot or will not (because of rules) then Kanchana will leave Koot in the elf healer's care and take care of Brahmah herself. Kanchana is of course hoping that Brahmah isn't 'dead' dead. She has no real way to tell from where she is at. If he is truly dead then she will take his body to a temple and go and pester Gargul again, no doubt about that!
Toros (illegal second post) Sunday February 20th, 2005 12:04:55 AM
...When Toros moves forward to congratulate Brahmah and see the health condition of the fighters he sees Brahmah falling onto his back. But he is quick enough to catch him and do the first treatment. (spontaneous casting of cure minor wounds, +1 hp, unconscious body stabilizes) Then he waits for the help of other Chosen, holding their leader on his arms.
Flat-top(legal Sunday's post) d6+1=4 Sunday February 20th, 2005 8:29:20 AM
As Flat-top ties to coach Paw'caw from the lower branch, the centaur hears Kanchana yell about Brahmah being hurt. He turns to see Brahmah last words as the captain fall on his back.
He rushes to Brahmah side (along side of Toros side) Flat-top touches his healing tattoo, his hand glows. Asking the Weimic Cleric (toto) "Is he dead?" Now touches his leader Shoulder. (Giving him 4hp of healing) "Come On, Captain! Don't make us beg the Gods again for your life."
Gecktar 3d8(2+4+4)+15=25 Monday February 21st, 2005 3:23:17 AM
Gecktar seeing his leader falling rushes to him an immediately apply a touch of his wand (healing him 25 hp).
He hopes this will be sufficient and helps his captain to get on his feets when he come back to conciousness.
"You did it Captain, you win this Kayleb and Domi is now smiling at you, as by the end, you bring one more taur into his light."
Kale Monday February 21st, 2005 11:09:28 AM
"I wonder who won?" Kale tells Solgrim, though he cant see him "They both fell at the same time."
Leets Monday February 21st, 2005 12:10:23 PM
The Centaur paladin smiles at Kale as Brahmah comes back to life.
"Who won? As usual, the one that had loyal friends by his side, and Domi's hand on his shoulder..."
"Brahmah? Are you ok? This was a great fight you offered us."
Solgrin (HP 26/26, AC:20, Invisible, Mage Armor) Monday February 21st, 2005 3:50:11 PM
Solgrin moves away from the battle trying to get on the outer rim of the area incase the elves try something.
Flat-top Monday February 21st, 2005 4:42:44 PM
Flat-top raise his torso, smiles at Kale "Well from what I saw, The leader in black leather fell first and died first. Now let's help the Captain to his feet and get ready for the yelling to come!."
Flat-top extends his arm for Paw'caw to land on,"Come On! He'll be alright! Come down."
A Decision of Fate. (DM Jim) Monday February 21st, 2005 10:16:14 PM
Toros moves forward to congratulate thier leader only to see him fall over from his own wounds. He pours a single point of healing into his leader so that he will not die.
Kale wonders who the winner was till the elf steps forward and announces the winner to have been Brahmah.
Zeoll inquires of the elf about the possibility of them helping them out against the elve's employer.
Leets lets Kale know who he thinks won the fight and then welcomes back thier captain as he slowly comes around.
Flat-top tries to keep Paw'cah from doing something that will get the whole group into trouble but finds himself moveing forward to heal Brahmah instead.
Solgrin moves off to put some distance between him and the elves in case they pull something.
Kanchana tends to Old Koot as best she can, talking to her to try and get her to settle down and pull out of this state she is in. She does holler for someone to move and help Brahmah as he is in definite need of it.
Gecktar moves to help his leader as well. He pours healing of his own into the taur's body to bring him around.
Brahmah falls to the ground, succumbing to his wounds but still alive.
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The lead elf brings his blades up in a salute of honor to Brahmah right before he falls and then hops off the rock to move in his direction. "Your friend is most worthy of not only your respect but our mercy." He makes no move to interfere with healing, but you get the feeling that he does not plan to let you go too easily. Looking to the rest of the other group he nods his head. "You may take your leader here for proper burial, but my men will collect a few trinkets from your group...this will be payment for your freedom if you will." He then turns back to The Chosen and speaks to them. "You are still our prisoners and this will go a lot easier if you just come with us."
The elf healer nods to Kanchana as he kneels by Old Koot. He applies his hands gently to her battered form and pours healing into her that knits broken bones and lessens the bruising.
The one elf looks to Zeoll and shakes his head. "I doubt that you could afford our services and since our patron did not request us to bring you in dead..." He leaves it hanging as he moves on forward to look down upon the fallen taur. "Your friend has not passed beyond the curtain, but that one is beyond anything but a intervention with Gargul." He pulls out his sword and holds it with the point aimed at the ground.
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Soon an elf appears that starts to gather up stuff from the other group that you fought earlier. He takes the bag of goodies and drops it at his leader's feet and then disappears from view.
Old Koot looks up into the face of Kanchana and then looks to the elf. He face softens and she begins to cry into the taur's arms. "I did not tell them nothing at first...I could not hold out though." Her hands find Kanchana's with some effort and she squeezes them lightly. "The children...they are safe though." There is desperation in her voice as she asks this question.
Toros d20=12 Monday February 21st, 2005 10:46:27 PM
Having secured the condition of Brahmah Toros will also check the health condition of the Bounty Hunter's Leader, and if he is not totally dead yet he will also apply a single point of healing into him so that he will not die. There is no reason for him to die as he has regained his honor by this fair fight. And now perhaps, having settled their major problem within themselves, all the taurs can come together to defend their own honour before Elves.
Brahmah (AC 21, hps 27/83) Monday February 21st, 2005 11:22:07 PM
Brahmah starts to stir on the ground, eyes still closed, he hears the words from the elf.
He opens his eyes. Stands and wobbles slightly. Brahmah walks over to the taur hunters, ignoring the elves. "With your permission, I'd like to help bury your Honorable leader. He fought well." He salutes their leader's corpse and bows to it. "May Gargul see you home."
The Captain moves to the hunters and asks, "Did your leader have family?"
Zeoll Tuesday February 22nd, 2005 5:39:10 AM
Zeoll sees several Chosen leap to Brahmah's aid, and the liontaur druid/bard is quite glad to see the captain regain his feet.
"Perrhaps Brrahmah's victorry is an omen ... and we should follow these elves wherre they would lead us. I'm not surre why I think so, but that is what my hearrt tells me."
Paw'cae(ceil) Tuesday February 22nd, 2005 8:08:55 AM
Paw'caw evades Flat-top coaching and flies to her master, landing on his shoulder she look into his eyes. To make sure that he's alright.
Paw'caw will stay there un till Brahmah tell her other wise.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday February 22nd, 2005 8:24:41 AM
Managram starts to go to the dead leader, because managram want to leave his mark on the body. But Leet call him back.
Roz(ceil) Tuesday February 22nd, 2005 8:39:39 AM
Rozalin is tired of these taurs and is very board. So she goes under Solgum's hair, there she curls around his neck and fall fast asleep.
Elder(Ceil) Tuesday February 22nd, 2005 8:43:41 AM
Elder's stomac is full and now he is holding a golden button in his paws. It is the latest thing that caught his eye. Now he is sleeping with it, just like a child holds a favorite toy. Safe in mother's pouch.
Croc(ceil) Tuesday February 22nd, 2005 8:47:14 AM
Crock spots the body of the dead minotaur, Tells himself 'look more soft food!' as he now makes his way toward the body.
Flat-top Tuesday February 22nd, 2005 8:55:35 AM
"Sorry Captain, I was trying to keep the bird out of trouble, I don't think she know of a Kaylib. She would have gotten us in a lot of trouble, if she would ever get the idea to deffend you." Said Flat-top getting ready for the raft of the Chosen Captain.(he does not look happy!)
"If it's any help! I think Zeoll is right??" now Flat-top readies himself for a pounch in the mouth from Brahmah!.
Kale Tuesday February 22nd, 2005 9:41:27 AM
"I dont feel like your prisoner." Kale tells the nearest elf "And ill be damned if you lock me in irons, you puny elf!" Kale yells angerly as he grips the hilt of his shorsword tightly and lets a potion fall into his hand.
OOC, im moving on friday, so thursday will be my last post for a week. if anyone wants to play Kale during that time let me know and ill send you my CS if its needed
Leets Tuesday February 22nd, 2005 10:14:08 AM
After feeling joy for Brahmah's return, Leets once more has the feeling taht the Chosen escaped from one trick to fall in another...
The Centaur paladin comes by Kale's side, holding his club behind his own head with both hands.
"your prisonners? - He says to the one that look like an elf leader - I think you saw a couple of minutes ago that the Chosen of Domi are nobody's prisonners. On the other hand, we can probably be your guests, and everybody will come back home whole and safe, couldn't we?"
Solgrin (HP 26/26, AC:20, Invisible, Mage Armor) Tuesday February 22nd, 2005 4:44:24 PM
Solgrin continues to watch and see what happens.
Rozca, please stay quiet.
Brahmah (AC 21, hps 27/83) Tuesday February 22nd, 2005 8:36:02 PM
Brahmah scowls at Flat-top and the other healers with a cold thankless look in his dark eyes. He does consider punching Flat-top, but decides against it. The Captain remains quiet, until Leets and Kale speak. "Relax."
He turns again to the taur hunters. "Well? Would you like my help? Can we talk, privately?"
He strips off his borrowed gear, returning the armor and kukri to Toros. Then he looks to Kanchana and asks, with a sense of genuine disappointment, "Do you wish to have back your scimitar? It has blood of another dead taur on it. I will replace it if you like." His bloodied hands present it to her.
A Time of Decision. (DM Jim) Tuesday February 22nd, 2005 10:18:05 PM
The taur cleric, who seems to be the second in comand, steps forward and inclines his head to Brahmah. "No, he had no family." He looks to the rest of his group and nods his head as he points at thier dead leader. "We will return to the Taur Islands to bury him on his homeland...still the offer is kind after what we did." With a look to the rest the wizard gets the bodies of all the bounty hunters set up with a levitation spell. The rest of the group moves off in the direction of South Harbor. The cleric looks to Brahmah and holds out his hand. "It is good to meet one as honorable as yourself and for what it is worth...I am sorry about the old minotaur." He drops his head in shame for that act as he makes to follow his group off.
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The elf leader smiles as he is ignored and shakes his head. The sudden outburst makes him laugh and he shakes his head. "Fine then...you will be our honored guests and will escort you to our employer." He waits to see what will happen with The Chosen as he looks to the elf that was talking to Zeoll. He nods to Brahmah and then motions the elf forward.
The elf comes forward slowly and holds out the bag that they collected the stuff from the other bounty hunter group. "Your spoils...honor dictates that we give the victors the spoils of this battle." He bows to Brahmah with a show of respect for the big taur who dwarfs him.
The elf leader nods to Brahmah. "It is right...you did not engage us and lose, so we do not have a claim to it." He raises his fisted hand over his head and then drops it. The two trees that the arrows had flown from earlier, have an elf drop out of each. They drop a bow to The Chosen and then move up the road a ways.
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From out of the blue comes the sound of laughter and bells tinkling in the air. As the group will undoubtedly look around they find that there is nothing to be seen. Flowers begin to bloom all over the sides of the road as the trees also blossom into pretty pink and white flowers. As you continue to watch the flowers on the trees turn into a multitude of different fruits. A voice can be heard as all this is happening. "Green's power grows, with the rising of the sun...the land rejoices."
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The elves look to be in a trance for a few minutes as if they are hearing something totally different from what is being said. The Chosen feel that something momentous is about to happen. It is as if the very air around you all has gotten thicker and harder to breathe, before it lets up and everything returns to normal. Well except for the fruit and berries that appeared on bush and tree as it still remains. The elves look about ready to cry as they stand flabbergasted by it all.
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[Fruit on trees: apples, oranges, pears, cherries, bananas and plums]
[Berries on bushes: huckleberries, gooseberries, blackberries, red raspberries and blueberries]
Toros Tuesday February 22nd, 2005 11:58:39 PM
"What... what happens..." Toros is about to don his armor, when all sudden and unexpected start to happen. Breathing becomes harder, not knowing clearly the reason. He looks for a place to repose and then notices the fruits and berries of all different kinds in the trees and bushes. Toros comes closer to one of the trees to see better and touch the fruits.
Kanchana d20+5=19 Wednesday February 23rd, 2005 1:16:38 AM
Kanchana still focuses on Koot and her well-being. "You did the best you could. Koot, you did better than most even. Father Tomi is very proud of you. You were very couragous."
Kanchana gives Old Koot a little hug to comfort her. "The children are safe. We need not fear for their safety now, they have many guardians. Also Father and Mother watch over them."
Kanchana smiles gently, she has given Koot the only answer she could about the children. Kanchana hopes that it will be good enough.
"Do you feel any better now? Do you feel you could walk with us to the city near here?"
A few minutes later Brahmah asks her about her scimitar. For a second she pauses, this is about as different as it gets, going from talking and administering healing to answering questions about weapons.
Kanchana will help Koot to sit, and then stand up so she can speak with Brahmah.
"The blood of other Taurs upon our weapons has become more commonplace than not," Kanchana tells Brahmah, "I will just have to clean it and pray to Father that we may once again walk the path he Called us to."
Kanchana takes the scimitar and lays it on the ground at her own paws. She takes one of her wineskins and rinses the blood from Brahmah's hands.
"Tomi has smiled upon you Brahmah. Maybe Father wanted that Hunter returned to him and the sad task fell to you? I don't know. His blood will return to Mother Wold with this water that is also Life..."
Kanchana tells Brahmah as she ritualistically(?) washes all the blood off of his hands that she can. Kanchana shows the same serene calm as she had when talking with Koot.
"Brahmah, may Father Tomi continue to guide your path and keep you strong."
After the little blessing Kanchana picks her scimitar up off the ground and cleans it with a piece of rag and some weapon oil before sheathing it. She has left this Kayleb thing behind her. She is just very happy that they didn't have to pay a visit to Gargul.
Then all of a sudden a voice begins to sing. Yet the singer doesn't make itself known. Kanchana leaves the road area to be among the trees and shrubs as they rapidly go through a cycle of a single season. The Warden is certainly looking for who did this (Spot 19).
"Greetings friend to Mother Wold!" Kanchana calls out in Druidic to the forest (where she guesses the hidden singer might be).
"If the Great Mother doesn't have a most urgent task for you to be off to, would you have a few minutes to spare? I would be most happy and honored if we could speak together for a short while!" (still speaking in Druidic)
She feels confident that the hidden person is a Druid too, maybe even it will know of Green Mages? Kanchana hopes that whoever that has the gift to work with the plants in that way will decide to speak to her. She has many questions.
Kanchana waits for some sort of reply. She is tense with anticipation and hope. Maybe she will finally hear some news instead of just rumours?
Gecktar d20+5=11 d20+6=24 d20+2=15 Wednesday February 23rd, 2005 3:17:37 AM
Gecktar prepares himself to follow the elves that become their new guardians when, as everybody, he hears the sound of this voice.
Surprised, he looks around and see how the flora flourished, searching in his merories what / who can produce this
Solgrin d20+2=6 Wednesday February 23rd, 2005 3:53:57 AM
Startled by the voice and the sudden appearance of fruits and berries on the trees and bushes, Solgrin looks around for who ever is singing.
**** Spot 6 ****
Flat-top Wednesday February 23rd, 2005 7:01:46 AM
Flat-top closes his eyes, he know that Brahmah is going to hit him. He hears laughter and bell ringing, he ha shortness of breath and hears a voice,"Oh! Boy! He hit me harder than I though!".
He open his eyes to see the trees in with a lot of fruits on them, bushes with the juiciest berries and flowers all over the road side.
Flat-top goes and pickes a few apples, oranges, and plums, he'll also pick some strange friuts like the yellow curve ones and the little red round juicy balls.
He'll will bring the fruits to Kanchana and the old nurse Koot.
Leets Wednesday February 23rd, 2005 7:44:22 AM
Leets, who thought a new fight was about to occure, changes his face as the strangest events happen. He suddenly looks seriously tired....
"Uh Oh!"
"Here is something else!"
"For sure it is not Domi's hand at work, but surely one of his allies, because it is obviously a divine power influence!"
The paladin whispers prayers, but still keeps an eye on the surrounding woods, trying to see something....
Brahmah (hps 27/83) Wednesday February 23rd, 2005 8:05:17 AM
He pauses at Kanchana's sudden(?) kindness, "Thank you. I told you I would return it." He winks. Then turns to his armor and weapons and begins dressing again. "Now, druidess, if you would be so kind as to heal my remaining wounds?"
He thanks the elves with a smile, knowing now that they aren't prisoners.
Then the singing begins. "Huh? Whoa, what's that?" He smiles as the fruit begins to grow. He rushes over to pick as much as he can carry, eating berries along the way. Brahmah moves past Flat-top and puts his hand on the centaurs shoulder, "You did well my friend."
Zeoll Wednesday February 23rd, 2005 9:48:29 AM
Zeoll's first inclination, like Kanchana's is to find the source of the floral growth, surely a druid? He takes a second to recover and then is about to ask Kanchana, but it is clear that she is surprised too.
But those elves! They seem to hear something Zeoll did not. Zeoll asks the elves, "What did you hearr? Did Naturre speak to you? What was that?"
He hears Brahmah's request for healing and wishes he had a wand or scroll to use. Zeoll makes a mental note to ontain a healing wand as soon as he can, in order to serve as a back-up healer for the group.
Kale Wednesday February 23rd, 2005 9:51:59 AM
relaxing his grip, Kale nods to the elf's locig until he's overwhelmed by the laughter and the voices. "Is the forest out to kill us?" he mutters to himself
Kanchana (addendum) 3d8(6+6+5)+15=32 d20+12=21 d20+4=7 d20+4=23 Wednesday February 23rd, 2005 4:40:28 PM
((Sorry, didn't realize that Brahmah was still hurt so bad!))
Kanchana will absolutely heal Brahmah before she finishes talking to him (Heals 32HP); and certainly before she goes tromping into the woods!
((I also forgot several nature related rolls... already rolled a spot check))
(Knowl. Nature 21, Listen 7, Knowl. Religion 23)
A Omen of Sorts. (DM Jim) Wednesday February 23rd, 2005 10:59:04 PM
The Chosen are surprised with the sudden flowering and blooming that goes on around them. While some of them kind of try to figure it out, others make it a point to collect some of the fruits and berries.
Kanchana moves around sure that some druid is responsible for the sudden outburst of nature. But with a little study of the surrounding area and her own knowledge of what a druid can do, she quickly comes to a decision that this is something more. This has the feel of something more akin to a divine intervention or the like. Her hopes are a little dashed about not meeting another druid and maybe even a GreenMage, but she has a feeling that something important is happening.
The fruit is ripened to perfection without having gone too far. It is the juiciest and best tasting fruit and berries that anyone has ever tasted. In fact Brahmah feels ten times better after eating only a little of it.
The elf leader turns to Zeoll with an expression of pure bliss on his face. "I am not sure what just happened...but something stirred." He looks to the rest of his group that seem as stunned as him and they nod. "I know not what else to say."
Old Koot slowly stands with the aid of the elf healer and Kanchana. She is a little shaky but soon is sure footed again. "I am glad to hear it." She looks around and shakes her head at the sight and smells that assault her. "An omen for sure...like the kids."
The elf leader shakes his head and then looks to what is left roadwise to get to Plateau City. "Shall we move on??" He seems to be asking this as a traveling companion and not a capture.
Kanchana Thursday February 24th, 2005 12:30:00 AM
Kanchana is both happy and disappointed at the same time. She really was hoping that she might learn something about Green Mages, or at least get to speak to a Druid she hasn't met yet. 'An omen? Mother is sending an omen??'
If there is time then Kanchana will gather what she can of the fruits and berries that Mother Wold has provided, she stows the food away in a bag. She feels that the Chosen might need some lunch before they eventually get to the city. Kanchana offers a prayer of thanks to Mother Wold for providing for her children. After a few minutes she returns to the others, but isn't really wanting to go to the city any more. The omen reminds her of how unnatural, dirty and 'lifeless' cities are.
Solgrin Thursday February 24th, 2005 12:51:00 AM
Solgrin fades back into view then walks over towards Kanchana and asks "what do you think is happening?"
Toros Thursday February 24th, 2005 2:00:52 AM
Toros will go near to the old Minotaur lady and introduce himself, as they have not met before. Then invite him to sit on the wagon so that she can have a better travel.
Going to the wagon he will leave his unnecessary stuff again and take some food. He will offer some of the food to the Elves, and his friends, who seem to be hungry and enjoying eating the delicious fruits. This is what he can do to show his appreciation to the Elves, and to the Gods.
He feels that after this magical moment nothing will be the same for Wold, and his hearth fills with optimism for future.
Gecktar d20+3=10 d20+3=19 Thursday February 24th, 2005 2:45:43 AM
Gecktar do not really understand what's happening. But he is nearly hypnotised by the phenomena. Maybe the area is now blessed by the god because of the Kayleb that bring back into the light a lost taur.
Gecktar do not move from his place looking around for any new sign
(Spot 10 ; Listen 19)
Brahmah (hps 59/83) Thursday February 24th, 2005 6:10:36 AM
He thanks Kanchana for the healing and listens to the rest of the group. He walks back to the group with a back pack full of fruit and hands a piece to each person, elves included.
Then he speaks and there is no doubt in his mind of what he says (call it a hunch). "Another child has been born. A Child of Domi." He smiles. "The hunter leader died and suddenly we are being given a message from the Mother."
"Most times His messages aren't out in the clear. Maybe we should return after seeing our host."
Kale Thursday February 24th, 2005 6:58:20 AM
"I think your over-reacting a bit." Kale tells Brahmah. "It was probably just some fairy playing a trick on us."
Leets Thursday February 24th, 2005 8:11:10 AM
The faithful servant of Domi comes by Kanchana's side as the walk begins.
"Truly I tell you my fellow druidess, that we are living important times. Omens flourish on our way, and I can feel the divine will behind all this scheme..."
"However, I wonder what is waiting for us in the big city..."
Zeoll Thursday February 24th, 2005 9:25:14 AM
Zeoll gathers some fruit, especially berries. He wonders what will happen if he casts Goodberry on them. He'll try that tomorrow, he plans.
He eats a banana. And he peels one to give to Croc.
He listens to Leets, and agrees. "This is an omen. But what it means I don't know. Brrahmah's guess is a good one. Maybe."
Flat-top Thursday February 24th, 2005 9:55:11 AM
Flat-top gives all the fruits he has to Old Nurse Koot, "Here are some fruits and berries I pick, so you can give to those who needs them. But can I have two apples??"
He'll walk with Nurse Koot and Toros to the wagon, "Can I help you two? If not! I'll just fall in marchinf line with the others. I'll be over there if you need me." Flat-top fall into the marching line up.
A Series of Omens. (DM Jim) Thursday February 24th, 2005 8:10:01 PM
Old Koot smiles as she is helped to the wagon. "It is nice to meet you too." She sits down on the back of the wagon and sighs deeply. Feeling better she accepts the fruit and nibbles on a little of it. She sees the fruit as community property and will give to anyone that wants it, that includes two apples for Flat-top,
The elf leader starts to move the group out and onto Plateau City. As you travel you get a decided feeling that something has changed, maybe all over the Wold. As you travel on you notice some odd things along the road.
Oddities * You see three squirrels sitting at the side of the road eating three nuts. * Looking to the sky reveals three hawks circling overhead, passing in front of each other once in awhile...till it becomes just one hawk. * Anyone searching near or looking near the sides of the road will find a flower with three heads on it.
The time is starting to get to about two in the afternoon and the group is maybe within two hundred yards of the city. It appears that you will reach the city before this day is over.
Mikal drives the wagon, taking it slow as to not jostle his passenger. He stares off and wonders what he will do now. It appears that everything will return to his regular life and that is boring.
Kanchana d20+5=18 d20+12=21 Friday February 25th, 2005 1:37:08 AM
Kanchana takes a position off of the road. She will be skirting the road just inside the forest. She does see the abundance of threes now visible in nature. Kanchana is alarmed, this is not right. These omens cannot possibly be good? She thinks over what she knows of nature to try and remember if anything like this has ever occured before.
(Spot 18, Knowl. Nature 21)
Gecktar d20+6=26 Friday February 25th, 2005 3:01:35 AM
Gecktar thinks about every omen they encounter. Maybe Brahmah should be right. Three children of Domi would demonstrate the perfect alliance of the trhee races. One Wemic Centaur, one Centaur Minotaur and one Wemic Minotaur.
Three....
Gecktar is searching in his knowledge what symbol this could be (Knowledge religion 26 natural 20 !)
Toros Friday February 25th, 2005 5:04:58 AM
Toros also starts thinking about other "three" that he can find,
three wheels? - no it is a four-wheel (2*2) drive on the wagon.
how many bounty hunters have been killed? three, if the one with the Kaylib can be ignored.
how many weapons he has? - multiples of 3 - no it is too many and hard to count!
He cannot find one other three, getting disappointed. He decides to taste one of these fruits that are more tastier and delicious. After a delicious orange he tries some plums. In the third plum, he finds three seeds rather than one, although a bit late, which almost has caused him to lose two teeth. "Can this be counted then?" he inevitably thinks, while thanking Domi that he saved his teeth for this time.
Flat-top Friday February 25th, 2005 7:05:34 AM
Flat-top marches along with the group, looking around at the the side of the road, There are three squirrells eating three nuts?? "Odd!"
So Flat-top look to the sky, where three hawks fly in inter weaving pattern, They are so interesting to watch. The Centaur is about to take a bite out of his apple, when the three hawks blurr into one Hawk.
Well Flat-top nearly chokes on his apple. He then look to the side of the road, where ther grows the most beautiful three headed flowers?? THREE HEADED FLOWERS!!
Flat-top gulps down his apple and run int the forest after Kanchana. He tell himself that she can explain these odd things that ate happening. "Kanchana! Where are you?".
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday February 25th, 2005 7:12:36 AM
Paw'caw sits on her master shoulder, looking out for danger. This is odd for the eagle, she is usally up in the sky on the look out for ganger. But today she watches the sky, the road, the Elves and the three rodents eating nuts.
Managram(ceil) Friday February 25th, 2005 7:32:48 AM
Managram Runs along side his master, happy to be on the go again. When he pickes up a scent?? Along the his side of road. He stops and digs in the dirt, he find three bones. A strange bone, because the three bones are connected to each other, looking like one broken (but connected) bone?? Strange??
Managram bring the bone back to Leets.
Rozca(ceil) Friday February 25th, 2005 7:37:44 AM
The little dragon opens one eye and mentally tell her Master~~Shhh! I'm Sleeping!~~ The make herself more comfy.
Elder(ceil) Friday February 25th, 2005 7:44:05 AM
The Little weasel stick half of his body out of the pouch. He's excited because his mistress is trotting along the tree line, the bushes and the grass skirt of thre road. He want to run in the forest along wwith her BUT MaMa woun't let him.
So he just stays there on the edge of the pouch and let's the air run by his face.
Croc(ceil) Friday February 25th, 2005 7:50:39 AM
Crock takes the banana from Zeoll and gulp it down. It was nice and soft, but it was laa too small for an animale like himself.
Crock follows and keep up with Zeoll, begging for more bananas.
OOC: Strange! don't you think? A crockadile wanting more Bananas?
Zeoll d20+5=10 d20+8=18 Friday February 25th, 2005 9:52:04 AM
"Crroc, you would eat anything!" says Zeoll. "Herre, have anotherr banana!"
Zeoll sees the odd signs, and wonders what the heck is going on. "What the heck is going on?" he wonders out loud.
He tries to remember any legend or story that this remind him of. [Bard Lore check 10 -- not so good!]
Then he tries to make friends with the squirrels (first telling Croc to stay back!). [Wild Empathy check 18]
Leets d20+9=13 d20+6=20 Friday February 25th, 2005 10:59:56 AM
"Managarm...It's no time to pla..."
"Oh! What did you bring my dog?!?"
Leets thought the celestial dog was just bringing another piece of wood to play, but it looks like something else...
The Centaur tries to look at the bones closer (Heal -?- check 20) to guess from what kind of animal (or body part...)they come from, but maybe those three bones linked together will remind him of something (Knowledge : Religion 13).
Solgrin Friday February 25th, 2005 6:28:36 PM
Solgrn wonders about the meaning of all the groupings of 3 that are being seen.
Brahmah (hps 59/83) Friday February 25th, 2005 11:14:55 PM
Brahmah smiles at all the incidents in triplicet(sp?).
"Seems Domi is talking to his Chosen again."
"Let's get to that city."
To See the Old Seer. (DM Jim) Saturday February 26th, 2005 2:00:52 AM
Kanchana finds all these omens a little bit alarming. She pours through her knowledge of nature and finds little in reference to this phenomenom and the number three. It just has never happened before and that worries her even more and it is not natural as well.
Gecktar is also pondering the symbol of threes as some of the others are doing it as well. He thinks that they idea of one perfect child of all three races could be the answer as Brahmah has suggested, but... As he pours over this symbology of three he finds that he cannot come up with anything. All of the past readings and knowledge that he has of religions tells him nothing. The only thing that he can infer is that something momentous is going to happen, but for ill or good?
Toros ponders the threes as he goes back over all of the things that he has seen in the past few days. The only thing that he can come up with is the three bounty hunters killed in their last battle. Making his head hurt he decides to have a fruit instead and finds them refreshing.
Flat-top also ponders the weird threes that they are seeing. The hawks just about kill him as he chokes on the apple he is eating. He then notices the strange flower and freaks again. He goes on the hunt for Kanchana to try and get a handle on this freaky stuff.
Most of the animals companions/familiars are happy to just go about thier own business or hang close to their masters. Managarm on the other hand goes off to do what he does best...find bones. He finds one all right, a set of three bones that are still all attached.
Zeoll jokes with his croc as he feeds him another banana. He wonders outloud as to what is going on. He tries to remember something from legend or lore that would help. With that not working he moves over to talk to the squirrels and make friends with them. The are soon crawling all over his shoulder looking for more nuts. They seem very inclined to chatter at him though he cannot make out a word of it.
Leets gets the bones from his dog and shakes his head as he looks them over. He is sure that they came from sheep, the back leg most likely. To his amazement the bones are connected in a line of three, but they have nothing to connect them. That is enough to startle him and he cannot think straight as he tries to pour over his knowledge of religion and what this might mean.
Solgrin just wonders about the threes but goes no further without more information.
Brahmah just kind of shrugs it off as another sign from Domi. His only comment is that they get to this city and find out what they need.
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The elves all stop for a few seconds and then turn to the right, as they motion the group to follow along. The leader elf pulls up beside Brahmah and shakes his head. "This is wierd...but we take you to see Grannie." He says no more as he continues to walk on. After going about fifty feet from the main road to the right the elves suddenly disappear. One moment they are there and the next they have just vanished. You hear a voice, that of the elf leader, speaking to you from ahead. "Do not be afraid...Grannie just likes her privacy."
Mikal looks to the group from the back of the wagon and shrugs his shoulders, but waits to see what to do. He looks to Brahmah with a quirked eyebrow.
Old Koot is asleep in the back of the wagon, sleeping off the last of her pains. She shifts a little and rolls over but does not wake.
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Read when you move the fifty feet to the right for a surprise. Highlight to display spoiler: {Standing in front of you is a cottage unlike any you have ever seen before. It seems to be made from a large tree, some one hundred feet high and at least fourty feet wide in diameter. You see the elves standing around in a front yard area that is surrounded by a low fence of ivy. A close look reveals that the fence is ivy with three berries growing in clusters around the fence. There is what appears to be a well worn path that leads out to the back of the house. The most dominating thing though is an old elf hunched over at the front door, leaning on a staff. She smiles a gap toothed smile at the group as she hobbles out a little further. "Welcome...Chosen of the Forge Master...we have much to talk about." She coughs a few times as she covers her mouth, her whole body shaking with the effort to calm herself.}
Brahmah (hps 59/83) Sunday February 27th, 2005 4:32:17 AM
He moves on.
Brahmah just shakes his head and looks at the strange cabin in the secret plane. "This just keeps getting better and better." He smiles and bows to the old lady.
Flat-top Sunday February 27th, 2005 6:22:18 AM
Flat-top hun after Kanchana all the time yelling "KANCHANA!! Kanchana! Where are you?". She seen to to be ahead of him, he hurries to tell her what had happen with the hawks.
When he come to the place, he calm himself but advances. Fear is replace with peace and a beautiful smile. He look around as he walk on.
Toros - The Chosen of F.M. Sunday February 27th, 2005 11:35:06 PM
Toros feels very happy to come to city after all these encounters with the dire and bounty things.
Following others, when he moves 50' to the right, the first thing he perceives is the ivy fence with "three" berries. He comes near to have a closer look at and compare the berries with the ones he collected on the road.
Then he hears the words of the old Elf and likes being called as the "Chosen of the Forge Master"!
Gecktar Monday February 28th, 2005 2:39:27 AM
As the other Chosen, Gecktar approches the old elf lady and bows before her.
OLeets Monday February 28th, 2005 2:45:17 AM
The Centaur paladin follows the leader, followed by Managarm. He enjoys the trip through the forest, all the more since the elves treat them correctly and not as prisoners. He's more than surprised when arriving at the cottage, and can't help but remember of something akind...
"Flat-Top, in some way it remembers me of this place aunt Minisha was living in...Do you remember?"
Flat-top Monday February 28th, 2005 8:51:13 AM
"Come to think of it, it does remind me alot of that Old Drow Minisha. I like that old widow." Flat-top answers Leets.
Solgrin Monday February 28th, 2005 3:09:49 PM
Solgrin follows along with the rest of the Chosen while looking at the strange and odd happenings with nature.
Kanchana Monday February 28th, 2005 3:27:00 PM
Kanchana hears Flat-top calling for her she goes to him.
"I am here. I was in the forest. Since we will be going to yet another city I wanted to send as much time as I could among the plants and trees."
Kanchana smiles to Flat-top, "what can I do for you?"
Kanchana stops and looks at all the Elves and the house made from a living tree. She is impressed. Kanchana also feels that her thought that Mother Wold had nothing to do with the threes showing up in Nature is validated. Somehow these Elves must have? They have threes in their ivy fence as well; if she looks more carefully she might see more sets of threes? She hopes that the Elves will explain all this to them. 'They are all Elves, they don't seem to be in any trouble, and they are not Taurs; so why do we, the Chosen - who were Called to unite the Taurs, to help them - need to talk with these Elves? Hopefully Father will talk to us tonight.' Kanchana studies the home in the tree. She wonders if the Elves know anything about Green Mages, or about the threes seen "everywhere".
Zeoll Monday February 28th, 2005 7:04:50 PM
The druid bard cannot help but grin widely at the sight before the Chosen. "Herre is a storry worrthy of the barrds, and of the drruids!"
He steps closer, making sure that Croc does not make a pest of himself.
He bows low to the old elf woman. "We arre herre, grrandmotherr, prreceeded by signs and omens. We arre honorred and looking forrwarrd to talking with you, too. We arre childrren with open earrs beforre you."
He waits to hear what she will say.
Brahmah (hps 59/83) Monday February 28th, 2005 7:33:26 PM
OOC: Sorry about this post, I work strange shifts at the store this week and won't be able to post a regular Monday post. ;)
Brahmah goes where the old woman invites the Chosen.
Grannie Reads the Cards
Grannie. (DM Jim) Monday February 28th, 2005 8:41:40 PM
The berries on the ivy are just normal berries that always grow on ivy, though this is a little out of season. You notice no other signs of threes around but you are sure that you will see more in the future.
The elves make a rough camp in the front yard and begin to have a little bit of a light meal. They do not seem to be in much of a hurry and they do not seem to be invited for the talks.
Grannie just smiles a little wider as she listens to all the talk, especially from Zeoll. "You are such a nice boy...flattery will get you everywhere as well." She motions the group into the house and you find it to be outfitted for taurs to relax in, almost as if you were expected. "I believe that you have seen some of the omens in the air...the threes and the voice??" Looking to each taur in turn she smiles again and lightly claps her hand. A small teapot comes dancing over, accompanied by some larger cups. A cup settles in front of each taur and Grannie, as the pot pours it's tea into each cup in turn. The pot does not seem to be able to hold the amount of tea it takes to fill two cups for the taurs.
Grannie takes a sip of the tea and sighs as she leans back in a large cushion. "I have been having this same strange dream as of late. In it green appears to be awakening and growing in power. I also see an eclipse that throw the Wold into darkness, as the three orbs come into alignment." She looks back up as she takes another sip of the tea. "I know that you have seen the strange growth of fruit...this green power is responsible." With a flick of her wrist she brings out a set of old cards, a divination device some of the Chosen will realize. She lays the cards out upon a table that appears before her and she smiles. "Please cut them GreenWitch." She stares intently at Kanchana as she speaks her eyes sparkling.
Brahmah (hps 59/83) Monday February 28th, 2005 9:23:27 PM
Brahmah just sips his drink, staring at Kanchana and waits for her to cut the deck.
Kanchana Tuesday March 1st, 2005 12:56:53 AM
"Is Green Witch what you call Wardens, Little Mother? If not then that is a title that I have not yuet earned." Kanchana tells (in Common) the elderly Elf as she cuts the deck and hands the cards back to her. Kanchana sniffs the fragrance from the tea before taking a very small sip to taste it.
Toros Tuesday March 1st, 2005 1:28:42 AM
Toros watches the tea poured from the pot, filling only two taur-size cups. He volunteers to help to refill the pot, meanwhile his ears are concantrated on the conversation between Kanchana and their old elf Host.
Gecktar Tuesday March 1st, 2005 2:55:18 AM
Gecktar is happy to find a heaven after their fight. Here is a restful place, he thinks.
Taking is cup he breath on the tea to cool it and begin to sips it, watching Kanchana and the elder elf.
Brahmah (hps 59/83) Tuesday March 1st, 2005 4:53:31 AM
The Captain lets the diplomats among the party speak, while he sips his drink.
Flat-top Tuesday March 1st, 2005 8:34:35 AM
With his mouth open, looking high and low at all the wonders. He follows all the others into the Tree House? Sits beside Kanchana.
As Grannie pours tea in a taur size cup, he whispers to her "Thank You". When Grannie ask Kanchana to cut the cards, he lean to whisper in her ear "Kitten! I think you have just arrive."
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday March 1st, 2005 8:37:21 AM
For the first time since the fight her master was in, she will fly off her master shoulder and into the top of theis Tree House and make herself a nest for the night.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday March 1st, 2005 8:43:10 AM
Managram follows Leets every where, even into this strange house. He will wine foe the bone he found, and if Leet gives it to him he'll lay down next to him, Chewing on his bone.
Rozca(ceil) Tuesday March 1st, 2005 8:45:55 AM
Little Rozca is curled around Solgum's neck and sleep away. If you listen you can head her smoring "ZZZ snort ZZZ"
Elder(ceil) Tuesday March 1st, 2005 8:54:39 AM
Elder is ready to look areund the house for adventure. He get out of the pouch and onto the table, sniffing the tea and cookies (witch he grabs a cookie and runs back into his pouch)
"I'll leave MaMa half, well maybe a quater of this cookie." He thinks to himself.
Croc(ceil) Tuesday March 1st, 2005 9:13:18 AM
Crock follows Zeoll very closely, even into the house. He pokes Zeoll on the leg and give off a soft low growl, "grrr click (poke Zeoll's leg)click grrr!" as if to say 'This time don't skin the yellow meat!'
Zeoll Tuesday March 1st, 2005 2:42:03 PM
Zeoll smiles when the elder elf talks of flattery. Then he is serious when the talk turns to the omens. "Yes, grrandmotherr, we have seen the omens and wonderred grreatly."
He watches the cards closely.
Leets d20+9=27 Tuesday March 1st, 2005 2:56:47 PM
Leets enters the strange place with awe, feeling there is something ...holy on this ground.
The Centaur paladin respectfully salutes the old one, and adds when she has spoken:
"Old wise one, we have witnessed many strange things on our way to your holy place, and all of them were about the gathering of the three...On our way I have been thinking of this omen, that could only be sent to us by a divine will, and I finally thought it could be linked to the Sheperd's Father's most ancient symbol gathering the circles of power....However, according to the High Woldian scriptures, the circles were four - three linked together, gathered in another one..."
"Anyway, my faith canine companion and servant of Domi brought me this (the linked bones), I thought you would maybe look at it more closely, and see what I humbly failed to see..."
When the divination cards appear, Leets will consider them with attention, and will look what happens with the greatest interest.
OOC: Knowledge religion 27 if needed.
Solgrin Tuesday March 1st, 2005 3:49:25 PM
Solgrin stands back and listens to what is being said while watching what is happening.
Kale Tuesday March 1st, 2005 7:00:54 PM
Kale smiles a little bit at the old elf calling Kachanga a witch. "I think thats an approprate name." Kale mutters to himself as he waits for some tea
Grannie. (DM Jim) Tuesday March 1st, 2005 9:36:25 PM
Grannie takes back the cards and smile to Kanchana. "Your are a druid and all...so I call you a GreenWitch...though I have a feeling that you seek more in the ways of nature." Her smile is infectious as she blows lightly on the cards. Tea pot by the way filled up all the cups, though it did not seem to have room enough to fill that many cups. She gently lays the cards out on the table and then runs her hand over them to spread them out. With a look to Brahmah she smiles and nods. "Choose three cards to give me your groups destiny."
She looks up and smiles to Leets and his dog. "I will have a look at them...but first the cards." She turns back to wait for Brahmah to pull out three cards from the deck and lay them in a line before himself on the table.
Granny's face goes blank for a second as she sways lightly in her cushion. A voice that sounds like it just woke up issues from her throat. "The time has come...greens power awakens...come what may the flood is upon you. As she wills...for good or ill, it matters not...for she only knows neutrality." Granny's head slumps forward and she seems to yawn as she looks to the cards and smiles again. "You can pull three...Captain Brahmah." She seems to have no recollection of what she just said.
Brahmah (hps 59/83) Tuesday March 1st, 2005 10:04:26 PM
The minotaur is about to pull the three cards then stops. He smiles. "I am not the one who chooses our destiny. Only Domi can do that." He looks at the woman. "Besides, I've never been one to believe this type of hokus pokus."
Kanchana Wednesday March 2nd, 2005 12:41:28 AM
Kanchana grins at Brahmah's comment; Kale's and Flat-top's too. In Tauric she quietly; and in good humor, says to Brahmah, "Humor the old woman Brahmah. She probably doesn't get non-elven visitors too often."
Kanchana wonder at the odd words the elderly Elf just spouted. 'I wonder if she has the true gift of Sight; either that or something just possessed her?'
Kanchana decides to ask about Mother Wold since it sounded like that is who the Elf woman was talking about. (In Common) "Little Mother, were you talking about Mother Wold just now? You said the green was awakening and that a flood would come. It makes little sense to me that She would first awaken things only to destroy them?"
Flat-top Wednesday March 2nd, 2005 6:38:20 AM
Flat-top sits there sipping his tea, his eyes are as big as sausers. Whispering to Leets "Whoa! that was something? I don't know what happen! But that was something?"
Brahmah (hps 59/83) Wednesday March 2nd, 2005 8:24:59 AM
Brahmah nods at Kanchana and takes three cards. If there is anything with a skull, skeleton or bones on one of the cards, he'll show it to Kanchana and frown.
Toros Wednesday March 2nd, 2005 8:29:05 AM
It is very impolite but, Toros cannot stop himself and will have a look at inside the teapot. He also needs one of these pots...
Anyway, if he continues to play like that, his tea is also going to get cold for sure, if it is not magically warmed.
Kale Wednesday March 2nd, 2005 9:28:55 AM
while everyone is drinking tea and looking at cards, Kale asks for the bag the elvin captain gave them then begins to go through it
Leets Wednesday March 2nd, 2005 1:44:20 PM
Leets nods at Flat-Top with energy, like a little boy seeing something fabulous....
He will then focus his attention in Brahmah's drw, as he feels even more concerned since Brahmah is the leader...
Solgrin Wednesday March 2nd, 2005 3:49:02 PM
Solgrin continues to listen and watch what is happening.
Zeoll Wednesday March 2nd, 2005 4:02:03 PM
Just in case Kanchana was not clear, Zeoll says, "Grandmotherr, do you rrealize the worrds you just said? You said something like, 'The time has come. Grreen powerr awakes. The flood is on us.' What does that mean?"
The Cards and Destiny. (DM Jim) Wednesday March 2nd, 2005 11:21:37 PM
Granny looks to each card that is laying before Brahmah on the table as he finally pulls them. "Your groups destiny maybe in the cards...that does not mean that you make it but the Forge Master can speak through them...among others." She flips over the first card and you see the following. The two moons passing before the sun near the top of the card. Below that are what would appear to be a pair of eyes opening and staring down upon the Wold. The Wold is shrouded in darkness all around it. She flips over the second card as she ponders the first one. A twin city, one pointing to the top of the card the other towards the bottom. The top on in darkness has a howering clawed hand over it, as if ready to attack. The bottom city has a clawed hand seeming to be caring for it or protecting it. Both cities are covered by vines and it appears as if the forest is closing in on it from both sides of the cities. Flipping over the last card she nods her head and sighs. It has a picture of all three taur races on it traveling a path. It looks to be leading to a distant fort city surrounded by trees. A red moon hangs over the top of the city. Granny looks back up to Brahmah and nods her head. "I am not sure if you want to hear this...but the cards tell of a new fort city in need of The Chosens' help." Pointing to each card in turn she speaks again telling you what each card tells her. "The first is of an eclipse to happen and the first in many years that includes all the heavenly bodies. The eyes would represent a sleeping power that is arising from deep slumber. I am not sure exactly if the Wold shrouded in darkness is a bad omen or just from the eclipse. The second card is this fort city that needs your help. They are under attack from a natural source and protected by a natural source as well. The last card is obviously The Chosen making thier way to this city as the last hope. The blood moon hangs in the sky, telling of a decision that must be made for good or ill." She looks to all of The Chosen and gives them a smile as she lays her hands upon the other cards.
Turning to the question posed to her she shakes her head as if in doubt. "You say that I spoke...yet I do not remember saying anything." She listens to what little she is told of what she says and stops to ponder it for awhile. She sips her tea in silence for some time and then speaks. "I would say that something is going to happen then...most likely involving nature if all the omens are to be believed.
She lets the teapot refill anyone's cups that have run out as she waits to see what they will decide or have to say.
[Kale - Will give what you find in the bag with tomorrow's post.]
Kanchana Thursday March 3rd, 2005 12:13:37 AM
Kanchana looks at the cards with extreme scepticism. She thinks 'oh brilliant another accursed city! We have all the luck...'
"Little Mother ask your cards what will happen if we decide to not seek out yet another foreign city," Kanchana asks this with the utmost bland patience. Adeptly masking her true emotions; not a bare hint of them are too be seen as she asks. Any super perspective people will maybe see that she is annoyed at the thought of another city; otherwise she looks simply perplexed.
Needless to say the natural city thing makes her want to laugh, cities are blights - and nature doesn't fight itself, only "people" do that. Kanchana thinks Brahmah's hokey statement has some merit all of a sudden, although Kanchana herself believes that reading cards is "hedge magic" - not necessarily hokey. It must be the tailored appearence of the cards that has her on edge?? Perhaps it is what seems to be the deminished mental state of the Elder One?
(In Tauric) "This can't have anything important to do with Mother Wold, Brothers. It sounds too wrong and twisted to be Her. It must be this woman's people or Spirit Kin perhaps? I think we are being herded by something again..." Kanchana tells the Chosen only, sounding paranoid? again? She looks genuinely perplexed by the card puzzle.
(And returning to polite Common...) "Little Mother, I will have to commune with Father and Mother on this, because these are strange tidings. They seem to have little or nothing to do with our One True Calling. I hope you forgive my rudeness in leaving your splendid home so early. I won't be too far away; just among the trees and plants near here."
Kanchana also thanks the Elf woman for the tea and will then leave the treehouse to go pray for guidance. She really needs to hear from Father Tomi and Mother Wold on all of this, since it makes so very little sense to her. Nature is going haywire and the hedge divination seems to say the same, Kanchana is rapidly growing very frightened by this. She saw what happend when Father Tomi died; his servants didn't fare too well. What will happen if Mother is dying? Everyone will die won't they? Kanchana is plagued with horrible thoughts about all of these weird things.
Gecktar Thursday March 3rd, 2005 6:02:47 AM
Gecktar listen to the omens of the old lady. He is trying to interpret them but find really nothing.
He scratch his head. Maybe the city in need is plateau city ?
Flat-top Thursday March 3rd, 2005 7:26:45 AM
Flat-top drain his cup of tea, "Hmmm! That is the best tea I ever had!" As his cup is refilled, he ask Granny "This third card of the Three Taurs Races whit thr Red Moon, I have one question."
At this point Flat-top goes into his saddle bags and pulls out his gift he received on Gift Day. He unwraps the Big (Beer) Stein and shows Granny the Mug, "This was given to me and told of things to come? Look at the taurs pictured on the mug! There are Four kind of Taurs on it, I was told it was of thing to come! Could it be that Kanchana and Toros are Weinic? And Zeoll is a Liontaur?"
Flat-top then points at the Third card (With the three races of taur)"Does this mean that we are going to meet a fourth kind of Taur to help out."
Flat-top does not know why he said this, BUT the question bothers him.
Kale Thursday March 3rd, 2005 9:34:45 AM
Kale looks up from rummaging through the bag and say "What did she just say?"
Leets Thursday March 3rd, 2005 1:06:17 PM
Leets remains contemplative, looking the cards...
"Two moons and one sun...A gathering of three stellar powers Wise Old One, as the omen of the three could announciate it. However, here are two celestial bodies of the night hiding the sun, an agressive imbalance of the Wold forces."
"And the red moon...This time this moon is alone, she's not imbalancing the Wold. Here is the silver mirror of the night. But this mirror is red. Blood. A fight will occur in this city."
Leets breathes deeply, looking tired and dark once more...He retires for a couple of minutes, thinking by his own....
Solgrin Thursday March 3rd, 2005 1:31:54 PM
Solgrin hearing this says to the other Chosen "I say we get to the library in Plateau City and do some research on this." Solgrin then looks around to see what the others think and to see what he elves are doing.
Toros Thursday March 3rd, 2005 2:02:17 PM
Toros tries to combine the future that is shown through the cards with the past events that has brought the Chosen in front of this old Elf. He wonders how and why she plays such a role for Chosen, who were just on their way to..., were we? weren't we??. Toros is in a heavy mental state now that prevents him even to talk but just think and listen.
Zeoll d20+10=23 Thursday March 3rd, 2005 8:34:00 PM
At first Zeoll is amazed! The images on those cards ... they could not have been there when the deck was shuffled! Maybe these are magic cards, and the images on the cards change for each fortune?
Then the liontaur becomes a little more sceptical. We were brought here by elves, so maybe this elf lady knew we were coming and prepared everything.
But what about the omens? The fruit? The three birds in one? No, Zeoll chooses to believe in this fortune teller.
Sensing his friends' doubt (Sense Motive check 23), Zeoll speaks in Tauric after thinking it over.
"Frriends, do not disbelieve this elf woman. I sense herr sincerrity and I trrust herr. My instincts tell me she means us well."
"I am no frriend of cities, especially not small-folk cities, but we serrrve Domi, not ourrselves, and ourr duty calls. Let us follow Domi's will, even if the taste is sourr to us. We have a grreaterr purrpose than ourr own pleasurres."
Then in common Zeoll says to the elf woman. "Forrgive us, grrandmotherr, forr ourr prrivate talk. Yourr news is unsettling. But we serrve Domi in this as in all things."
"We werre planning to go to the librrarry in Plateau City. Is that still ourr path? Is Plateau City ourr destination? Orr if not, wherre do you think we should go?"
Brahmah (hps 59/83) Thursday March 3rd, 2005 8:35:26 PM
Brahmah is quiet, looking at the cards, and wonders what it all means. Things are never easy. Thinking to himself.
Granny Answers and Sleep. (DM Jim) Thursday March 3rd, 2005 8:43:50 PM
Granny looks to Kanchana, with a look of a patient mother, and shakes her head. "Obviously the city will fall and whatever you needed to do there will be lost." She listens to the rest around her as they talk a little and she takes another sip of her tea.
Looking to Flat-top she takes the mug given to him and studies it intently. She smiles as she looks to the pictures and laughs lightly. "In legend it tells of a lost race of taur...much like the satyr they are...but it is only legend...I think." She seems a little puzzled as she hands back the stein with a delicate hand. "They may know more at the Library of Magic or the Royal Library."
She lets the group ponder over what this fortune could mean to them and takes another sip of her tea. Her ears seem to perk up as Kanchana speaks once again but this time in Tauric. Though she understands what is being said she takes no offense as she can see where this is going. Of course elves are at times headstrong and a lot full of themselves, it seems that they are not the only ones though. She laughs at her own thoughts and falls back into coughing. "You must do as you see fit...I just read the cards, not make decisions."
The Chosen take to the outside of the house that night, setting up camp. Kanchana finds herself alone and in serious need of guidance from Mother Wold. The others need the same though. This night they have the first dream from Domi in a long time, though Kanchana also has a visit from Mother Wold herself.
Domi's message:Highlight to display spoiler: {You find yourself staning in the blistering heat of a forge room. Domi stands with hammer in hand pounding on a piece of steel that he is working. You see an intricute metal clockwork toy setting to the side, unfinished. He dips the metal in water and then lays it to the side, before turning to face you. "My Chosen...you have become rather blinded in your duties to me. You see only the cause of the Taurs that I have set for you, but do not see the need to help others anymore. To unite the Taur races you will need more than just your own power...do you not see the power in having allies of other races?? When the war comes and it will come, for Marteaus will not have it any other way...will you stand alone with only a few to hold off the horde?? Will you fail me this time around?? With a sad look he turns back to the piece of metal and picks it up with tongs to work on once again. "You must learn to be as this steel...strong but able to bend when needed." You feel a sadness but also a sense of hope as you travel back away from the dreamworld.}
Mother Wold's message:Highlight to display spoiler: {Kanchana finds herself running through a forest enjoying the feels and sounds of nature. Suddenly she is standing about five feet from a female made completely of many types of earth/plant and animals. She smiles to Kanchana with a tear slowly traveling down her cheek. "You have lost your way my daughter." Off in the distance is a city that is built with nature in mind and then another city that is not. "These two cities are as different as night and day, but yet they both survive as best they can." With a smile she seems to peer right into Kanchana's heart. "You see every city as a blight on nature...yet you would make use of some of luxuries that they would provide...do you not buy stuff at thier shops and use thier places to outfit yourself to handle the rigors of nature?? She shakes her head once again. "You think that nature does not fight itself and yet your own race will fight itself...the very taurs you seek to save fight among themselves...all of this is survival in one form or another. Not all can be one with nature." You see the history of the elven race as it flashes before you in the persepective of nature herself. The elves fighting one another and the races split into three parts; elves, drow elves and the ice elves of Ice Vein. "As you can see even the elves fight amongst themselves and they are one of the few races that live alomst as one with nature...more so than any other race that live upon me." You see that her form is almost racked with pain as she clutches her hands around herself. "What is to happen will change my face forever and I know not if it is for the better...I fear the war will once again tear my surface and burn me in many places...I am about to be forced into a rebellion I fear or a choice that will not be good for the creatures that live upon me." With a last look to Kanchana she lays a comforting hand upon her shoulder. You feel the solidity of the very Wold flow into you...a peace and joy that is the feeling of one with that which you seek, but also a fear of the unknown. "Father Domi is looking for you to be more like the metals her works...I seek you to be more like the very trees of the Wold...bend with the wind when needed but be strong when you are needed." Another tear falls down her cheek as the dream starts to fade with the coming of dawn. "Make me proud my sister and let go your superior ways...none are more superior in my eyes."}
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A Plea
Please do not take my above dreams personally. I do not have anything against anyone as they are playing thier characters. I just thought that maybe a reminder that sometimes you have to do something outside of your main goal is needed. I believe that this did not come out right in this post and for that I am sorry. Please no hard feelings here and let me know if I have steped over the line. ~Jim
Kanchana Friday March 4th, 2005 3:21:45 AM
Kanchana welcomes the dreams; no matter how berating they are towards her. The divine guidance was sorely needed, as far as she is concerned they have been left adrift without a clear path (other than their Calling) for far too long.
In her dreams she will first listen to the wisdom of the Father and Mother, but because she believes that these are not common dreams but lucid dreams she will send her thoughts to her Patrons. Whether they care to listen is another matter entirely.
'Father, I have not closed my eyes to the needs of others. I just had to be certain that the need was truly there - that we were not being tricked into doing something very immoral and loathsome again. My fairly limited experience with non Taurs says that they ask much but give little in return, or have allied with those who hunt your true Children. Forgive me Father Tomi for my error in judgement,' Kanchana speaks quietly and in absolute reverance for Father Tomi.
She hopes that her "words" will set things right again somehow, at least not hurt the others! It simply never occured to her that the Elves would bother to help Taurs, the Elder Elf just read the unusual cards and offered nothing understandable in return. The cards' images were too tailored, usually divining cards have purely symbolic drawings that can mean many things. It seemed like a new trick, and Nature not being right what should she think? Nevermind the fact that it once again seemed like being herded.
Kanchana almost falls into a fitful sleep when a new lucid dream occurs. For the first time since she joined the Chosen Mother has chosen to speak with her.
Instead of being filled with joy at the prospect Kanchana is sorely hurt by the mostly unreasonable rebuke. She was taught that cities (not small towns and villages) were blights. She is hurt even more that Mother Wold blames her for having to rely on manufactured things. She is after all only mortal; she cannot work miracles! Kanchana feels that this must be a scolding for her irrational fear of losing material items from earlier. She will take all of this to heart; new things to learn from.
Kanchana doesn't understand why she needed to see the history of the Elves, but maybe they know why Nature is being altered, or injured? Kanchana "feels" the pain wracks that Mother Wold feels. She also feels empty inside, except for the pain. Her joy in the change of seasons and the joy from green growing things and healing is conspicuously absent for the time span that the rest of the dream takes.
'Mother. We Taurs and non Taurs come from Nature but the things we invent; our society, our culture, makes us distant from Nature - from You. We cannot follow the Cycles as well as we should because we put ourselves apart from them. Isn't that why we fight among ourselves? Because we grasp for things that aren't ours? Because we don't try to understand, but instead let our inferior motives guide us? Mother, how can we help You? Will we be driven mad like Father Tomi's children? I will fail to protect You won't I?'
As Mother Wold actually touches her Kanchana is thoroughly overwhelmed with the feelings that invokes. She literally feels the weight of the burdens of Mother Wold dragging her down. Kanchana only wanted to protect her Brothers from being abused, she only wants to see that Nature and Mother Wold's younger children (i.e. the animals et.al.) were being given proper respect and being protected as well. She wonders if she has done anything at all that has pleased either Mother Wold or Father Tomi? She has certainly never been "superior", misguided obviously, but not superior. It wasn't like she said no to the Elder Elf, she just wanted to know what would happen if they decided to disregard the "omen" from the cards. She just wanted proper information this time so maybe she could make an informed decision. She had no idea that that was such a bad thing. Not for the first time Kanchana wishes that she could just let the whims of Fate determine everything for her rather than her own sense of morals and her need to feel like she has some small say over part of her life.
After the two harrowing experiences Kanchana wakes up immediately and will not get any more sleep that night. In the morning Kanchana will look as tired and bad as she feels. She forages for food for Ilder and herself and shares the food between her companion and herself. Kanchana will return sometime later in the morning and will keep to herself.
If anyone asks about the cards and the town she will reply: "We have to go to the city that isn't like any other city." Kanchana will not elaborate on that any further. She is certain that everyone heard from Father Tomi last night.
Kanchana privately hopes that they will eventually get to Plateau City in the near future because the Chosen need to learn new knowlege.
Gecktar Friday March 4th, 2005 4:10:18 AM
The dream relieves Gecktar from a weight he was not expected or not aware to carry. Even if the dreams sounds like admonition, he welcome it. Guidance is always welcome and Gecktar is now aware of the way they have to take... Of course allies are necessary for their quest !! How could they have been so blind.
With a new resolve, Gecktar wake up an prepare the breakfast for the other Chosen, knowing that each of them received the same message he don't talk about it and welcome any helping hand.
Zeoll Friday March 4th, 2005 7:02:25 AM
In the dream, when Domi chides the group, for the tiniest moment, Zeoll has an ignoble feeling deep in his heart towards his fellow Chosen, "Told you so! Told you so!"
But then he immediately squelches that emotion, feeling shame at himself.
He prays in his native tongue, "Tomi, please forgive us! Inspire us to do what is right, what is your will!"
When he wakes up, he too understands that all have had the dream. "Come my frriends," he says smiling, "Let us face a new day with rrenewed sense of purrpose and hope! For we arre watched overr and loved!"
But his question remains ... "Which way do we go? To Plateau City? Somewhere else?"
Flat-top Friday March 4th, 2005 7:50:12 AM
Flat-top sits back and tells Granny "I knew you would have the answer. I heared of a forth kind of Taur a long time ago. I though it was a nap time story to put colts to sleep. Thank you Granny, Your the best."
But now it was getting late and all are getting tired. Flat-top will lean on the nearest tree next to Kanchana, and dream the Dreams.
When they awaken in the morning, and gret together for Breakfast. Flat-top ask every one about the dreams. Then ask Kanchana about the beautiful taur Dam in the other dream, "She was so beautiful!" he adds.
Kale Friday March 4th, 2005 9:31:43 AM
"I guess I just got scolded." Kale says to himself after he wakes up from the dream. "Oh well, its not the first time."
(For the sake of clarity) (Eunice) Friday March 4th, 2005 4:09:04 PM
(With "true Children" she means the "UniTaurs", with "would bother to help Taurs" she means Taurs in general not the Chosen in particular.
I think I will point out that Kanchana would have been rather surprised that Mother Wold doesn't seem to understand the Nature/Society schism, and why mortal beings have to rely on tools/weapons and manufactured goods whether they want to or not. Mother Wold's rebuke of Kanchana seemed to show remarkebly little insight into the "mortal condition"!) :-O
Solgrin Friday March 4th, 2005 4:38:13 PM
Solgrin wakes in the morning feeling that 'searching for knowlege is not a well looked upon option.' Solgrin will gather with the other Chosen to see if they had the same dream and what they think.
Toros Friday March 4th, 2005 7:30:14 PM
When Granny finished her talking Toros will ask the old Elf how she has found the Chosen. Briefly reminding her their encounter with the Bounty Hunters he will thank her for sending the elves to find them. He will suggest that if the Chosen can do anything for her or the elves in return they will be very happy for being able to do this. While saying these Toros still cannot connect what the cards tell for future with what has happened within last week. He just wants to say that he is grateful, and the old lady and the other elves are his friends and he will be glad if he can also do something for them.
Later he would like to introduce their old lady resting in the wagon with the newly met old lady, hoping that they will like each other's companion and have some nice things to talk.
He will leave to think about all these stuff about the future for tomorrow morning, with a fresh mind. After the night, when he recalls the dream of Domi, Toros will feel really good and warming relief, as now everything seems to be fitting into one picture, and he is grateful to Domi that he let Chosen realize what they need to do. He will not talk about the dream for a while though.
Brahmah (hps 59/83) Friday March 4th, 2005 11:26:02 PM
Brahmah leaves, sets up his bed at camp, has the dream and disappears before morning. No one sees him go.
(OOC: Email to follow, Jim.)
Leets Saturday March 5th, 2005 3:05:28 AM
Leets adds to Flat-Top words:
"A fourth race of Taurs! Oh yes! But we thought they were those grasshoppers-taurs we met at the surefoot vineyard!"
However, the humor Leets tries to add to his words doesn't manage to hide his trouble. And the dream sent by Domi in the night will only comfort him in his state of mind. He will pray until the sun rises, trying to explain his feelings to his god.
I know, Allmighty Father, that I may appear as a whining colt sometimes, but you, more than anybody, know that I would give my life or more to serve your cause. It is just...Allmighty Father, that I was a humble sheperd when you called me. Mother had prepared me for the task you wanted me to accomplish, and I was glad to leave the loneliness of my hills to serve you and reunite my people. But now, not only the Taur race is concerned, but the whole Wold, and this is a terrible weight we have to share. This is why, Allmighty Lord, I feel joy in my heart when you say that we'll meet allies on our way. But on the other hand, I know that those bonds of friendship will be weaved with your Chosen's blood. This is why I also feel pain, and sadness. Thank you Allmighty Lord for this omen you sent us. We'll serve you as we've always done.
The Next Day. (DM Jim) Sunday March 6th, 2005 12:25:57 AM
Just before your dream with Domi ends you get a sudden feeling of peace. "Do not be discouraged my Chosen...you are doing me proud." You get the sense that he is smiling upon you as the dream fades.
Mother Wold looks to Kanchana as the dreamworld begins to fade out. "For some it may bring them further from me, but others serve in thier own way. I take pleasure in the little things as well. Though cities maybe removed from nature up to a point, this is the road that these people chose to live...it is survival. Some grasp for things that do not belong to them...all creatures must live as they see fit and not all grasp for things that do not belong to them. You yourself grasp for things that will help out your fellow Chosen or myself. By bettering yourself you are able to better serve me. Take heart child...when the time comes you will not fail...nature will survive. I am the greatest survivor of them all." A feeling of peace settles upon Kanchana as she feels the love of Mother Wold for her.
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The group does not speak much this morning as breakfast is fixed. It is strange but Brahmah is nowhere to be found when everyone wakes. Everyone is a little subdued as they go about thier own little tasks. Some feel they have a more clear purpose but others feel like a scolded child.
Anyone talking to any of the elves will find that they have not seen Brahmah either. You will find Old Koot in the house of Granny, both of them talking and laughing about things. They will both look up as anyone enters and inquire if anything is wrong.
Flat-top Sunday March 6th, 2005 8:00:29 AM
Flat-top wakes and since Kanchana is sleeping, he will go to the waterfall for a good wash. He'll take a good run for about a half mile, then head back to the group.
"Leets that was quit a dream! But Domi is proud of us, tell me have you seen the Captain?"
Flat-top will wait for Kanchana to eat breackfast with her.
Kanchana Sunday March 6th, 2005 5:25:24 PM
Kanchana was not sleeping; in fact she almost didn't sleep at all. She was out in the forest when Brahmah left unseen. She would just have returned from her solitary foraging and equally solitary (except for Ilder's company) breakfast in the forest when most of the others had just gotten up for the day. If Flat-top really wants to have breakfast with her then she will have a second breakfast. She won't talk about the dreams, and she is now uncertain of their origins. To her the schizophrenic attitudes of the two gods is perplexing. The Warden wonders if some other higher being is messing with their minds! Kanchana keeps this entirely to herself. The sense of peace that the dreams seemed to project have the exact opposite effect on her, it makes her more unsettled if anything. Kanchana will have to spend many days considering the two dreams before she will make up her mind on anything concerning them, and what they really mean. Kanchana also does not notice that Brahmah is gone.
ooc: dominic Sunday March 6th, 2005 6:18:11 PM
let solgrin id any magical items that is in the treasure from the last battle. it only costs him 100 gp compaired to 110gp that it costs in the catacombs.
I know of atleast 2 items that Solgrin is interested in getting.
OOC (Eunice) Sunday March 6th, 2005 7:22:38 PM
I have a question. Why wasn't the treasure handled as party treasure? It was just handled as DM - Kale, and Kale didn't post anything IC about it that I can recall. I have been politely waiting for an IC post on the treasure since there are items that the party can use as a whole (or a clearer post from DM James that it was to be handled for every PC to have their say). This was all rather confusing really.
Cayzle OOC Sunday March 6th, 2005 10:57:23 PM
I was kinda confused about the treasure too!
Jay B Monday March 7th, 2005 1:02:34 AM
OOC: I'm working on Sam's transaction in the Catacombs. I'll suspend the order until we figure things out.
OOC: Ceil Monday March 7th, 2005 4:27:57 AM
Makes no differance It will all come out in the wash!!
Solgrin Monday March 7th, 2005 5:15:44 AM
Solgrin wakes after only a couple of hours of sleep then studies his spellbook for another couple of hours. After studying Solgrin will have a light breakfast then will go looking to see if he can find Brahmah.
(Eunice to Ceil) Monday March 7th, 2005 5:17:35 AM
I don't understand your comment Ceil. :-o
Doesn't it matter if the rest of the party isn't consulted on party treasure?
(Note: I am leaving plenty of leeway for the fact that I may or may not have missed something somewhere!)
Zeoll Monday March 7th, 2005 8:23:48 AM
Zeoll is glad, on waking, to have had this contact with the Lord of Courage. Sometimes lately Zeoll has had need of that.
But he is worried about Brahmah. He asks Old Koot, Granny, and all the other elves if anyone saw him. Surely there are watches set in the night? Was no one on lookout?
OOC: I think Ceil just means that we'll work it out. Right, Ceil?
Brahmah Monday March 7th, 2005 8:34:13 AM
Brahmah goes on with his business.
Toros Monday March 7th, 2005 9:28:03 AM
Toros tries to fits into the daily life in this new rest place. He does not worry much about the disappearance of Brahmah at the moment. Perhaps he might have gone to shopping for the Chosen or to deal with a personal matter of his own.
Sam- OOC Monday March 7th, 2005 9:36:25 AM
i was just rollplaying Kale the way he is. i wanted to get it done faster than we normally do. if its such a big deal then you all can deal with the treasure next time.
(Eunice) Monday March 7th, 2005 9:47:45 AM
Efficiency isn't a problem, it was just all posted so unclear. My question to Ceil was meant in general not specific to anything here, however I do see where that question can be read both ways!
I am happy as long as party goods are split equally, and of course as long as items for healing; and protective items, are dispersed to those who can use them or have greatest need for them. As it is obvious that we need to improve AC among our spellcasters (most notably Solgrin I believe?) and healing is always in demand it seems.
I didn't mean to seem to be dissing you or Kale Sam.
Personally I think we could handle treasure dispersion via e-mail, that way the game doesn't have to be put on hold for longer than necessary. :)
Flat-top Monday March 7th, 2005 11:35:47 AM
After his morning run He gathers his breackfast, Some oats here, some wheat there, a little letuce, alittle clovers amd wild green oinons. The centaur ask granny for a coup of tea.
After gathering hid meal, Flat-top goes back to the others. "Want some??" He ask Kanchana. He'll share with her or anybody else, if not then he'll eat it all himself.
(Eunice, this has nothing to do with you or Brahmah, When we had a reading in Granny house, Flat-top remembered that Beer stein he got that Giving Day? and the engraving of the four taurs?
I though is Flat-top mention it, it would start a dialalog going. All of you jump at the wrong conclution.
I have been in this game as long as it started, along with Kale and Leets. Just remember that things are going to happen that will only end at the Woldcom games.)
(Eunice about WoldCon) Monday March 7th, 2005 11:41:56 AM
(I hope they take into consideration all of us that cannot afford to go to WoldCon, due to the spendy price of airfare! I just didn't understand the "come out in the wash" part, must be an idiom I have never heard before.)
(Ceil - Eunice) Monday March 7th, 2005 12:48:31 PM
If you cannot afford to come to the Woldcom, Don't worry. they have plans for the home bound players.
The Idiom of It Will All Come Out In The Wash. means Don't worry!
Relax Eunice, Just relax.
Gecktar Monday March 7th, 2005 2:33:24 PM
Gecktar offers some breakfast he prepared to any of those wish something.
Seeing all taurs assembled axcept Brahmah he asks. "Will Brahmah have breakfast with us ? I've not seen him this morning"
Leets Monday March 7th, 2005 3:09:25 PM
Leets answers Flat-Top:
"I know, my old friend, that our Allmighty Father is proud of us, although it is not the object of my own quest...However...however, I wonder what will be the price of our task tomorrow. We have been facing Gargul, and I can't help but think something terrible could happen soon to one of us with such an important weight on our hands..."
"I don't think I would allow it..."
OOC: what happened with the treasure? I don't get what's the problem....
Kale Monday March 7th, 2005 5:13:43 PM
"When are we leaving?" Kale ask
Missing Taur and Decisions. (DM Jim) Tuesday March 8th, 2005 1:21:31 AM
The group goes about breakfast and thier other morning tasks. Though some of you notice that Brahmah has left it appears that some do not find it too worrysome.
Zeoll inquires around with the elves but finds that noone saw Brahmah leave. It appears that he might have slipped off during a shift change or he was very good at leaving. Granny and Old Koot just shrug thier own shoulder about his disappearance as they have been in the house.
Solgrin finds minotaur tracks outside of the hidden area that the house is in. They seem to be moving in the direction of Plateau City.
The question is posed as to when the group is leaving. It would appear that they need to decide on a destination or seek out some help for that as well.
[Sorry about a late post. Spent all day getting rid of a couple of viruses. That can be a long process at times.]
Gecktar Tuesday March 8th, 2005 3:02:24 AM
"I think we can leave as soon as every body is ready to go." Gecktar answers Kale. "I myself am ready but maybe should we discuss about where we are going to go if anybody have a proposition different form Plateau City..."
"Else let's go for Plateau City"
Gecktar still looks around, intrigued to not notice any sign of Brahmah.
Kanchana Tuesday March 8th, 2005 3:47:15 AM
Kanchana doesn't really want to say much to anyone today. "I suggest we give Brahmah a night and a day for himself. He might be communing with Father Tomi, he might return to us here after that."
Kanchana listens to Gecktar's suggestion. "We will get to Plateau City sooner or later. Unfortunately for me I was ordered to go to that other city..."
Kanchana speaks her words with absolute apathy. She will not ask the others to go where she so blatantly has to go. The entire Chosen shouldn't be haring around after "visions" anyway.
The only others who should have heard from Mother Wold are fellow Druids; like Zeoll, and possibly any rangers (this is as far as Kanchana would understand this of course). Kanchana does not expect any of the others to have received any "dreams" from her, and will be surprised to hear if any non-followers of the Great Mother received word from her.
Brahmah (hps 59/83) Tuesday March 8th, 2005 4:50:11 AM
Brahmah goes about his business.
Flat-top Tuesday March 8th, 2005 6:19:19 AM
"Leets, Geeiktar, Kale, Solgum and Toros! In my dream Domi wants us to go to the City. I don't like it but I say we go to the city and the Captain will catch up with us there, Domi willing?" Flat-top turns to Kanchana and Zeoll. "As Soon as you two finish your breackfast, We'll follow Kale!"
Flat-top smiles at his shy minotaur friend (Kale) and secritly puckers his lips and make a kissing jester.
Zeoll Tuesday March 8th, 2005 6:47:37 AM
Thinking back over recent events, Zeoll tells the other Chosen that he thinks it would be a good idea to go over their mission and the options that the group faces.
"Herre is what we know. Therre is a "Holy Warr" to be waged in the Taurr Islands. Varrgas Larrgrranza (the minotaurr fighterr and serrvant of Marrteaus who is ourr enemy) seems to be rrecrruiting an arrmy to fight this warr. He is also trrying to get his hands on a Weapon with which to fight the warr."
"RRememberr what the Prriest of Domi told us: 'The dead will walk in his name as he bearrs something blackerr than the night in his rright hand. I am neverr able to see exactly what it is that he carrries, but it is a devestating weapon. One of old that the Darrk One did not know was crreated at the time.' "
"The prriest said that Varrgas did not have this Devastating Black Weapon yet. He said it was possible that we could get it beforre Varrgas did. That's why we arre going to the Plateau City -- to the RRoyal Librrarry in Plateau City -- to find out morre about the Black Weapon so we can find it firrst. The Librrarrian and historrians of the Librrarry will be looking forr us, accorrding to the prriest."
"It is Mikal the Page who is leading us to the Librrarry."
"But now we have been told, in omen, prrophecy, and drream, that we arre not to go to Plateau City yet, but that we arre supposed to go to save a differrent city. This new city is a forrt city that needs ourr help; it is underr attack frrom a naturral sourrce and prrotected by a naturral sourrce as well. Somehow this is rrelated to an eclipse and a sleeperr who is waking. And in ourr drream, Domi himself said we need to bend away frrom the quest to save ourr own people, and that by doing so we might gain allies who will help us in ourr fight."
"So I think that ourr courrse is clearr. We should wait forr a day and a night to see if Captain Brrahmah rreturrns. Then, eitherr with Brrahmah orr not, we have to go help this forrt city. The biggest prroblem is that we do not know wherre it is orr how to get to it. Any ideas on that?"
"Oh, and we should send Mikal on to the Librrarry, to tell the Librrarrian that we are sorrry, but we will be therre as soon as we can, afterr ourr currrent business is done."
Toros Tuesday March 8th, 2005 8:36:02 AM
Toros contributes to the ongoing talking about what and how to do next.
"Yes, lets wait Captain for some more time, meanwhile we get ready for what we are going to do next. And I believe Captain will not leave us uninformed, if what he is doing now is gonna take longer. Otherwise, there is something wrong going on and perhaps we should first look for Brahmah, before doing anything else.
Lets go to talk with the Granny, old Koot and Elf Leader. Perhaps we can even get the support of the elves. They were very good at hunting the hunters. They can be convinced to accompany us to the city or Mikhal to the Library.
Actually, we should also listen to what Mikhal thinks to do. If he wants to come with us, instead of him we may be able to send some of the elves on to the library to let Librarians know what we are doing. In any case Mikhal should not travel alone, I believe. It may be because of us or not but, traveling on this route has become very dangerous recently."
Finishing the breakfast Toros then will go to listen to what Granny and the Elf Leader has to say about the Chosen's inquiries.
Kale Tuesday March 8th, 2005 9:23:51 AM
"Maybe the elves know where this city is. Or maybe the old taurs do. If we're to wait for Brahmah, lets go ahead and get all the information we can get here." Kale tells Zeoll
Sam-OOC Tuesday March 8th, 2005 9:29:40 AM
as far as the treasure goes, ive identified everything except the 8 potions. i used a portion of the platinum that we got, so we have 9120 gps left from that. im also trying to sell all the mundane items we got. the only real thing of interest there are the beads(they are not magical). ive gone ahead and stopped posting in the Catacombs until you let me know if you all want me to continue there or wait and let it be done another way.
(Eunice to Sam) Tuesday March 8th, 2005 11:08:23 AM
Sam please keep the healer kit as well, our wands are finite items (and are actually being overused at times) and mundane healing methods need to be used whenever possible as they are considerably cheaper to replace. The beads with runes might very well be a plot prop so I agree we might want to keep that for now as well.
Leets Tuesday March 8th, 2005 2:41:10 PM
"As always, Zeoll, your clear and global vision of things brings light to the mists of our minds!"
"Of course, we have to go to this city, we won't allow people to die while we walk another way...And anyway, dark weapon or not, it will be soon enough to stop Vargas and make him swallow whatever kind of undead is following him!"
"So...To the mysterious city! Our allies are waiting for our help!"
Solgrin Tuesday March 8th, 2005 5:48:06 PM
Solgrin goes over and talks with the elves "what do you know about this other town?"
Happenings Around the Area. (DM Jim) Tuesday March 8th, 2005 10:35:34 PM Granny's House Events.
Many things are talked over and it is finally decided that the group will wait for a couple of days to see if Brahmah returns. While they wait thought they decide to get as much information gathered as they can get.
Talks with the elves goes great as they have a little bit of information to give out. You are able to find out that the fort or hamlett that you seek is a weeks travel from here and to the east. It is a newly built small little place that is trying to get itself established as a good place to live. It is rumored that the hamlett is trying to live in as much harmony with nature as possible.
The leader elf is also to be found at the entrance to the magical warded area that leads to the house. He is sharpening one of his swords and anyone that talks to him will find that they would be honored to join the Chosen in thier fight.
Granny stays in her house for most of the time that you are there, though she does venture out into the garden area to work with her plants. She makes herself available to any of the Chosen that have questions for her.
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Library of Magic.
Brahmah soon finds himself being jerked from the magical circle that he stands in, to another room. The man that is taking him does not move from the spot that he is at, but taps the column with the wand again. "Please hold on." You feel another jerk as you are brought to another location in the library. The man shakes his head and rubs his tummy for a few minutes as he gets his stuff together. "One last jump." You feel another jerk as the man taps the column one last time.
Stepping out of the glowing circle he opens the door that leads into a small room, well not that small really. There are scrolls, books and maps laying all around the room. It is literally a cluttered mess and you are not sure how you or anyone else could find anything. Brahmah is met shortly after entering by a representative of all three races. A male minotaur moves slowly forward and extends a hand. "My name is Kilon and you would be one of the Chosen?" As he steps back a male centaur steps forward and extends his hand to Brahmah. "My name is Baryin, a scholar and historian for the three taur races." He backs off and lets in the last member of thier order. She is a pretty female wemic that blushes a little at Brahmah as she holds out her hand. "My name is Rytha and you would most likely be Brahmah." She looks around and arches an eyebrow at Brahmah. "The others??" The other two historians look around and seem to take in the situation with patience, though they both speak at the same time. "Where the others delayed?...or did you need to check us out first?" They do not seem to be offended just curious.
Ammendment. (DM Jim) Wednesday March 9th, 2005 1:19:28 AM
Well I was unable to modify my post so here is something that I want the group to have.
1500 XP for the last battle with the bounty hunters. It has taken me awhile but I finally got it to you. :)
Gecktar Wednesday March 9th, 2005 2:56:48 AM
The day after the dream Gecktar stays in comtemplation and prays Domi. He is meditating about all that happened and tries to get insight about it. Later he will take the Heart of Domi and offer all willing it an office in the name of their Mighty Father (he will do it even if alone...)
(OOC to DM Jim: XP received will be sufficient for Gecktar to level up. May Gecktar level up now or do you want him to wait for a while)
(OOC to Sam : same as Ceil. I'am well placed to see how our wand are used in combat and the charges aren't infinite. So keep the healer kit and the beads too.)
Flat-top Wednesday March 9th, 2005 4:59:31 AM
"You right Leets, I was teasing Kale."Smiles at every body, "Let us give the Captain a day or so, He must have had a diffrrent Dream that he could not over look. Then we'll set off to this city that need our help. I better get my mussels in tune."
Off goes Flat-top lifting rocks, running, Pratices his archery and sharpening his swords. He's getting ready for what ever that will be needed.
OOC: Not Flat-top, he still need !,233 Xpoints to go up to 8th level.
Toros Wednesday March 9th, 2005 7:11:48 AM
Having the chance to have some break (or perhaps the silence before the storm), Toros reflects on what has happened recently, which has been a great experience for him and his friends. He has started to come to understand how he can be of the most help for the Chosen. He feels happy for his life, for his destiny, feeling a purpose for his living.
(OOC: Toros also should be becoming a level six Chosen, heeeeeeeeeeeeeey!!)
Kale Wednesday March 9th, 2005 9:09:02 AM
while everyone is looking for info, Kale asks the elvin captain "Why would you go with us? This isnt your fight."
OOC- im only 250 ex pts from advanceing, someone nominate me for a hero point!
Sam- OOC Wednesday March 9th, 2005 9:10:51 AM
ok, as far as the treasure goes, ill keep the healer's kit and the 2 sets of beads, then sell the rest. im going to re-activate my post in the catacombs to get this done.
Toros Wednesday March 9th, 2005 9:56:39 AM
OOC: I definitely nominate you then Kale. You are my hero!
Brahmah (hps 59/83) Wednesday March 9th, 2005 10:11:56 AM
"The others... delayed?" He pauses, slightly confused. "No, last I saw, most were sound asleep. I'm here on my own. They don't know I'm here."
He rubs his neck and sits down. "Um, this may sound arrogant of me.... but is there in the prophecies of Domi, um, I mean, are there passages that state that a certain leader will see the unity of the taurs? I mean to say, um ask, is there a prophecy about the current leader of Domi's Chosen? I mean... uh, well.... um...." He's really uncomfortable asking such questions, not knowing how to phase them to the intelligent folk here. "...about me?"
He looks uncertain and down-trodden, looking at his hands and avoiding eye contact. His shoulders are slumped and he hasn't eaten for days. "I'm not sure I'm the right one to lead Domi's people to unity or the right one to lead the Chosen. I seem to cause more problems than the ones I solve. I kill taurs. I rarely save them. Not that I haven't tried. The Children of Domi are being brought into a war they didn't start!" The mighty warrior's eyes begin to tear up and his strength fails as he begins to cry. "I kill so many."
Zeoll d20+10=27 6d4(4+1+4+4+3+1)=17 Wednesday March 9th, 2005 3:59:19 PM
Zeoll spends the day talking with the elves and playing with Croc. Wrestling alligators is good exercise!
He is glad that the elf fighter is willing to come along. Zeoll spends some time with him and tries to get a hunch about the fellow. They talk about places they have been, things they have seen. "I am glad Domi advised us to look forr allies."
[Sense Motive check 27 on this elf. And what is his name?]
He tells the elf and granny about the village called One that they visited recently, where all three Taur races lived in harmony with humans too. This village reminds Zeoll of the place they are headed. He asks, "What is the name of this Forrt Hamlett that we seek?"
Speaking of allies, Zeoll sends an Animal Messenger (the spell) to his new friend Tash in South Harbor. Just that all is well and she should be of good faith.
Zeoll also casts three Goodberry spells, gaining 17 berries. They might come in handy on the road.
In the morning, Zeoll helps the group get everything ready to go. He hopes that Brahmah is back, but if not, he leaves word with the elves to let Brahmah know where they are headed.
Zeoll also asks Mikal to give news of them to the Librarian. Or if Mikal wants to come to Forrt Hamlett, then maybe Zeoll can send word to the Library through the elves?
[OOC: Sam, thanks for taking care of the treasure! You're the best!]
[OOC: Since Zeoll is not leveling, I'm not sending a PC sheet, unless you want one, Jim!]
Leveling Up. (DM Jim) Wednesday March 9th, 2005 4:15:33 PM
Ok, editing of posts still does not seem to work. This is giving me fits. :(
Gecktar - Go ahead and update as needed for your new level. Send it to me and I will look it over and when I say so you can use the newest level. That should come with one of my posts. :)
Toros - Go ahead and level up as well. I am afraid to say that you will need to wait on the PrC. As long as you do not have all the requiremtents before you take it, you cannot. You would need to have had Great Fortitude already. Otherwise I would say that you have met all the other requirements. Sorry.
Solgrin Wednesday March 9th, 2005 6:39:49 PM
Solgrin spends the day studying his spellbook.
OOC: Solgrin is only short 225 exp for 6th level.
Kanchana Wednesday March 9th, 2005 7:02:20 PM
Kanchana will help granny with her garden. She will ask granny about the village the Chosen will be going to, and how the people are that live in the village. She will spend most of her time speaking with granny, since of all the Elves it is granny that Kanchana feels she can relate the most to.
If Kanchana does have an opportunity to talk to the Elf leader sharpening his sword she will listen to what he says about combat. Kanchana will admit that she hopes to be able to parley with the attackers and settle it all without bloodshed if it is at all possible. She will add that if the aggressors won't listen to words then defensive battle might be the only recourse. She is happy to hear that the Elves would be honored to stand beside the Chosen. Kanchana asks him why.
Hopefully when the Chosen set out towards the village in a day or two they will be better prepared to meet whatever challenges they will face.
Kanchana hopes that if Mikal comes along that the wagon and the mules remain behind. They seem to be an unnecessary burden to her; not to mention the wagon slows down travel.
Happenings Around the Area, 1. (DM Jim) Wednesday March 9th, 2005 10:39:54 PM Granny's House
Gecktar takes the time to pray and meditate as they wait for Brahmah to return or the group to decide to leave on thier own.
Flat-top takes the time to exercise and get some of his muscles back into shape. He was not happy with his condition in the last battle and plans to be in better shape for the next one.
Toros spends his time reflecting upon the past happenings and finds that he now has a purpose in the Chosen. It seems that this has maybe opened a lot of eyes.
Kale spends his time talking to the elf captain to see why he would help out the taurs in a fight, after all it is not thier fight.
Zeoll spends his time wrestling with his crocodile, which makes some of the elves wonder about him. He also talks to the elf captain when he gets the chance as he is curious, like Kale, as to why they would endanger themselves to help out. He also will make an appearance to talk to Granny and tell them of the village that they ran into with the peaceful races. He also asks some questions of Granny.
Solgrin studies his spell book as he has a little time. He does wonder about Plateau City and wonders when they might get there.
Kanchana spends her time with Granny or as much as she can. She joins in the talks with Zeoll and Granny when they talk of this hamlett and other things. She is also able to question the elf captain as to his combat tactics and see if he prefers to talk than fight.
The elf captain looks to the three Chosen as they come to talk to him. He sets aside his swords as he speaks to them. "My name is Talig by the way well Captain Talig actaully." He ponders the question of fighting with the Chosen for alittle while and then speaks again. "Some of it comes down to protecting my own race...for the war will spread of that I am sure. It is more than that though as I know what it is that you try to accomplish and the size of the obstacles that will stand before you. When the war comes though we will stand by your side...as a soldier I have sent hundreds to thier deaths and killed hundreds more, but never have I killed an innocent." He smiles as he states that last fact. "I find that the innocents are in need of my skills from time to time...any race should have the help that they need, it makes no difference to me. Besides, thier is nothing good to come of Marteaus winning anything." He picks back up the sword as he goes back to sharpening it. He nods to Kale in understanding. "I can understand your suspicion and though my group cannot go with you to the hamlett, we will meet again. I am sorry if I gave you that impression, but we must see Granny back to elvenlands...as that is what we were originally paid to do when she had seen the Chosen." He smiles as he turns his head to regard the groups druidess. He knew what she was by her attitude and the way she moved. "Ahh, battle tactics...in the best of times I would love to use diplomacy to solve issues, but as a soldier I cannot do that all the time." He thinks back to a fight that just happened and shakes his head. "I was glad that I could stop the slaughter of both your group and the other one...it is still bad that three had to die though, but maybe they will want to come back." He smiles again as he slides the stone over his sword blade. "I think that you may have found another ally in that bounty group...though it is only a feeling." As the Chosen move off to do other things he smiles and nods his head, yes agreeing to help them was a good idea.
Granny listens to Zeoll as he talks of this town that the races are as one. She smiles at the idea and nods. "There was a rumor within the elven network, but noone was sure." As other questions are asked she puts voice to each one. "This hamlett does not have a name yet as it is just getting established. As to its location that would be to the east about a weeks travel from here. I was there once a few days back and they do have problems but a druid is helping out as best he can. Still it seems that nature itself is after the city for some reason an even the druid is unsure why. My divinations tell me that something important is to be found there for a lot of people." She goes back to messing with some of the herbs in her garden as she listens to the talks. "The people of the hamlett seem to try and build their little place with nature in mind. The druid has shaped many of the trees to make a wall for the hamlett. He only allows those trees that are dying to be taken for use and teaches the folks of how to live with nature and what she can provide. Mother Wold is revered there for her gifts as well as her kind nature. Though it is mostly a human population there are some of the other races living there, some that even I would not have believed would be able to. You will see what I mean when you get there though." She mulls over her next words with care as she looks to Kanchana. "I believe that you would be proud of them GreenWitch as they try very hard...maybe you can teach them a thing or two as well." She can see great things for this GreenWitch and she will find some things out very soon.
Mikal mopes around as he listens to the talks of the elves and Chosen. He knows that he cannot go with them and that makes his mad. "Just don't know why I could not go...but I know they will not let me." He rants as he walks the border of the invisibility area.
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Library of Magic
The three taurs listen to Brahmah as he speaks and then leads him over to a chair built for a minotaur to sit in. As the real meat of the matter comes to the front the three scholars look to each other and shake thier heads. Finally it is the liontaur that speaks up. "There is not mention of a leader by name in any of the histories till the time comes for that leader to fulfill his destiny. Your doubts are to be expected and that shows that you worry about your Chosen." She looks to the other two scholars who nod as she smiles to Brahmah. "This war may not have been started by taurs...but it has been going on for decades. All of the suttle ways of war are there, from assassinations to treaty violations. You say that you have killed a good many taur, but how many of them were serving the other side. Do you think that they did not make a choice as you did. Some have chosen to serve Marteaus directly, while others have chosen to serve thier own needs; be it greed, revenge or even another personal whim that noone can understand." She lays a hand upon Brahmah's hand as the minotaur scholar gets up and orders some food. "You are not alone really...do your friends lean upon you for support in times of trouble and thus you should lean upon them for support. In the end of it, you must choose to take on the title of leader of the Chosen. Domi has faith in you that is for sure otherwise you would not have made it this far...he just gives you the ability to grow and make mistakes as we all do. Listen to your true heart and not the doubt that Marteaus would want you to listen to." She touches his chest where his heart would be at and pats it. "What do you believe in...the safety of all three races?...the ability of all those around you to live in a time of peace?...the will of our god Domi?...the ability of your friends to see you for what you are and accept that?" The centaur clears his throat as he speaks up. "We have been keeping an ear out for the Chosen's deeds...in fact we trust your leadership so much Captain Brahmah that upon your return we are going to entrust you with something of the greatest value to the taur races as a whole." He says no more on it at this time but you have the feeling that these scholars all see something inside of you that more than makes you worthy of the mantle you doubt.
The minotuar scholar comes up behind Brahmah and lays a tray to the side on a small table. "Eat and think upon what has been said here today." He takes a seat across from you as he hands out mugs of hot tea to the other scholars. "Take heart good Brahmah...for we four believe in what you are doing and you will grow beyond your doubts...take heart for Domi as well sees great things from you and the other Chosen." They all sip thier tea and eat little cakes as they let you get a handle upon yourself.
No need for character sheets unless you have leveled up and want to take care of it now. Be advised that if you wait I will not be allowing the use of your newest level till you do and turn in a sheet.
Brahmah (hps 59/83) Thursday March 10th, 2005 1:33:17 AM
Brahmah wipes his eyes and sips the tea. "How long can I stay here? Or do I have to leave?"
"What do you mean.... upon your return we are going to entrust you with something of the greatest value to the taur races as a whole.? When will I return? Do you wish to see the others too?"
Kanchana Thursday March 10th, 2005 2:07:50 AM
Kanchana will smile when granny says that she thinks Kanchana can teach the people of the hamlett a few things. "I don't know Little Mother, I am an herbalist and a healer by trade. I would think that is knowledge they would already have?"
After a day and a night has passed Kanchana will make ready to leave for the hamlett. Hopefully she (and the Chosen) will have a map or otherwise very good directions for finding the hamlett!
Solgrin Thursday March 10th, 2005 4:11:45 AM
Solgrin readies himself to head out first thing in the morning. Solgrin tells Rozca "get some hunting done tonight so we can leave in the morning."
Kale Thursday March 10th, 2005 9:48:06 AM
Kale nods at the elf's response and moves on to get the magical treasure identified.
Flat-top Thursday March 10th, 2005 10:08:29 AM
Flat-top goes to Granny asking her if she want him to trim the bushes and remove some boulders out of the way. "Do you have any other heavy work to be done, Granny?"
Gecktar Thursday March 10th, 2005 4:18:14 PM
Gecktar will wait and prepare himself to go to the threathened city
Toros Thursday March 10th, 2005 6:10:11 PM
Toros also gets ready for the journey and the upcoming fight for the fort hamlett.
As Brahmah has not appeared yet he has started to wonder what the Captain has been doing until this time. If Brahmah does not come back, or let the Chosen hear from him that he is OK in a soon time, Toros will really get worried, and look for ways to find relief for his worries before anything else.
Happenings Around the Area, 2. (DM Jim) Thursday March 10th, 2005 10:51:54 PM Granny's House
The group go about there business as they make some preparations to move out in the next day. Granny provides the Chosen with a three day supply of goodies that they can eat on the way.
When Kanchana asks Granny what the hamlett will or could learn from her, Granny just smiles. "You will teach them compassion for others and to think things through....you will see." She looks to her herb garden and smiles as she nods. "Do you need to resupply your healing herbs?" She will help Kanchana harvest some of her herbs that will help with bleeding, swelling, headaches, pain and other normal ailments. Granny will also supply busy work for any of the Chosen that see a need for it. She has a little gardening that still needs to be done, hedges to be trimmed, berries to be picked and nuts to gather from tree and bush.
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Library of Magic
The three researchers look to Brahmah and shakes thier heads. "Till that time...out package will be a mystery and yes you will be back here." The minotaur looks to Brahmah and nods as he listens to what the centaur says. "He is right...we have not even discussed what it is that you are being called to do...but there is time to stop Vargas from getting the black weapon."
The female wemic stands and moves over to what appear to be a doorway built into the wall, but you see not opening or way to open it. "The Chosen have need of thier leader, if you choose to be that. Where they go now will be a great challenge to the whole group, but something is stirring that will change the face of the Wold." She looks to the other two scholars and they nod in approval. "What you find there will help in what is to come and make you stronger to face Vargas." She pulls up a sack that she had been laying off to the side and holds it out. "You will also have need of these robes...all will become clear when you get to the hamlett." She smiles as she looks to Brahmah, searching for something in his face and eyes. "More people have need of you than just the taurs...and next time please bring all the Chosen to see us...it is not often you get to meet legends to be." She blushes as she says this last bit as she had not meant to say it. She moves forward and places a kiss upon Brahmah's right cheek, then catches herself and blushes more.
A portal opens in the archway of the makeshift doorway and you can see the road that you traveled to get to Plateau City. It appears to be right beside the area that leads to Granny's house.
Zeoll Thursday March 10th, 2005 11:17:27 PM
In the morning, Zeoll is impatient to be off.
"Come frriends! It is time to deparrt."
He does his best to get everyone on the road.
Toros Friday March 11th, 2005 12:03:51 AM
"Zeoll, we are being late, and have to depart; but I also would like to wait for Brahmah a bit more, if noone would object... I wait a couple of more days and catch you up on the road with the Captain. I hope one of our Elf companions can wait with me, and lead us to the Fort Hamlett after your departure."
If someone tries to make up his mind to depart together Toros will reply the following.
"Yes I cannot object to what you say, but on the other hand I also have started to worry about Brahmah and want to make sure that he is OK... He has even not totally recovered from the Kayleb yet..."
Kanchana Friday March 11th, 2005 1:32:36 AM
Kanchana is ready to go and she won't be waiting any longer. It seems that Brahmah was either Called to do something else, or he will find them again later. "Toros, Brahmah is actually rather good at taking care of himself. Father Tomi will lead him back to us. He may not even return here, but met us nearer the hamlett."
Kanchana talks to granny, "yes I need to replenish my supply og healing herbs Little Mother. Thank you for elping me to get that done." Kanchana will help harvest and prepare the herbs.
Gecktar Friday March 11th, 2005 2:21:02 AM
In the morning when Gecktar wakes, he inquires the other Chosen about Brahmah. As noone has seen him he really begin to worry about him.
"Well, does anybody has any idea of what Brahmah is doing ? Maybe he is in danger ?"
Gecktar approves Toros : "I will stay with you my friend to wait for our Captain." "I think Brahmah is a good tracker and has some skills in survival. We will catch you on the road to the hamlet." does he add to the attention of other.
Flat-top Friday March 11th, 2005 5:59:40 AM
Flat-top does the chores that Granny wanted done, including the harvest of the fruit trees.
Flat-top bring back the last of the veggies, when he hears what Toros and Geiktar are talking. "Why wait for Brahmah? Look into the Sky!" Flat-top points toward the north east, there is Paw'Caw flying lazy eights in the sky.
"We better get ready! I cannot wait for the Captain to yell at me again, it's been too quiet around here!" Flat-top give the last of the veggies to Granny, Kisses her on the cheek.
Flat-top joins the others.
Paw'Caw(Ceil) Friday March 11th, 2005 6:12:52 AM
Paw'Caw sences that her master is close once more, She takes to the sky. Flies as hight as she can. She goes into her spoting mode, and sure enough there he is, on the road not too far from camp.
She'' greet him bu swooping down at him and take to the sky again.
Managram(ceil) Friday March 11th, 2005 6:17:00 AM
He lays there at his master's hoofs, and the three connected bones he had found, is now chewed down to one and a half bone. Soon the dog will have to find himself another bone like this one.
Rozca(ceil) Friday March 11th, 2005 6:26:26 AM
Roz flies back from a night of adventuring, lightly sits on her masters shoulder. She let's out a burp! Telling Solgum ~~I'm a little tired! BURP! I think I'll sleep for a while. Wake me if you need me! Good Day!~~
She head for her nice cozy nest under Solgum hair and around his neck. Fall fast asleep.
Elder(ceil) Friday March 11th, 2005 6:34:49 AM
Elder want to help his mommie, there are walnuts to garther, So he put two walnut in his cheeks, then rolls a third walnut in frount of him. He goes to Kanchana giving her one walnut, then to granny Giving her a nut, then jumps into his pouch to eat the last nut.
When he's done eating, he'll go out again to gather food. He'll do this job several times untill he gets tired and takes a nap.
Croc(ceil) Friday March 11th, 2005 6:38:56 AM
Croc is tired of wresling with his master and will want to rest in the sun. He does not want to move right now.
Unless he is offered Some Soft Yellow Food!.
Kale Friday March 11th, 2005 9:11:54 AM
"If he wants to find us, he will." Kale tells the others. "Lets go." then Kale prepares to lead the others to the fort
OOC - Sam Friday March 11th, 2005 9:21:25 AM
hi guys.here is what we got, with the value of the stuff to the side.
ghost touched battleaxe +1 - 4310gp shortsword +1 - 2310gp leather armor +1 - 1160gp 8 +1 sleep arrows - 1056gp 6 +2 screaming bolts - 1602 gps lesser extend rod - 3000gps shocking grasp wand(50 charges) - 750gps ring of protection +2 - 8000gps 4 smokesticks - 80 gps 3 thunderstones - 90gps 3 owl's wisdome potions - 300gps each 3 cats grace potions - 300gps each 2 lesser restoration potions - 300gps each 1 healers kit 2 strips of beads runes of old high woldian on them 1000pp 966gps 8sps 8cps
i dont care how we divide it up, though the cost of the ring makes it hard to divide it up even.
Cayzle OOC Friday March 11th, 2005 1:48:48 PM
I say sell it all and split the cash!
Dominic OOC Friday March 11th, 2005 3:39:59 PM
I say don't there are some items that are usefull for the groups spellcasters, the majority is not usable by the casters. some of the items some have expressed and intress in.
Eunice OOC Friday March 11th, 2005 4:29:42 PM
I still say keep the mundane healing items. The group will need these. Combat occurs far too often for us to be able to afford to give away or lose any healing items. Magic healing is too expensive to replace often, and the de facto "healers" in the group have been forced to burn through wand charges to heal characters faster than butter can melt on warm bread.
The other thing is that there are members of this group who seriously do need to increase their AC. As we all know only warriors can do this cheaply. As we all know all too well currency is few and far between in this game; therefore when treasure actually yields something useful usable by non-warriors it needs to be taken advantage of rather than converted straight to small amounts of cash.
So when protective items come up those who have greatest need of them should have the right to make a claim to them - this concerns primarily spellcasters who cannot use any conventional armor.
Now if we used a buddy system where a warrior was paired with a spellcaster where they had a primary duty to protect each others' backs first, and then the group as a whole secondary - and everyone always did this correctly in conflict situations, maybe then we could then sell everything and split the cash? (except healing items; obviously combat will not dry up and go away, and therefore neither will the need for healing items)
Ceil OOC Friday March 11th, 2005 4:30:35 PM
That's alright for thr magic users, Dom. there is nothing in there for Fighters. As long that its equal division.
OOC Eunice Friday March 11th, 2005 4:55:06 PM
Oops! I forgot to add that if Solgrin took the ring (and he is the one who would get the full benes from it) then he gets nothing else this treasure division. Whatever value is above the amont everyone else gets this time could be carried over to the next treasure division, meaning that he would either get little or nothing until the values equal out. In this way it should all balance out; if you do not count the value of what everyone already owns from before this treasure division of course.
Jay B (OOC) Friday March 11th, 2005 6:15:47 PM
OOC: Sam misquoted the value of the axe, should be 8310gp.
Brahmah (hps 59/83) Friday March 11th, 2005 6:29:15 PM
Brahmah thanks the sages, hefts the sack up and makes for the portal. Stopping, he looks back. "Thank you. We will return in haste when our task is done." He winks at the female wemic and runs through the gate.
He is soon sitting on a stump, just across from Granny's house, down the road slightly. He waits to be noticed.
Solgrin Friday March 11th, 2005 7:23:42 PM
Solgrin looks to Zeoll then says "I am ready to go."
Solgrin tells Kale "I would like to claim the rod that was recovered. I see that as more usefull at the moment even though the ring would be great. I think my spells would be better use with the enhancement that it can give."
Zeoll Friday March 11th, 2005 9:08:56 PM
Starting out on the road, Zeoll is glad to see the Captain waiting. He calls out behind himself, "Come on, you slowpokes! Brrahmah and I arre waiting forr you all! Time's a-wasting!"
He chuckles at his own joke.
A Start of a New Trip. (DM Jim) Friday March 11th, 2005 10:51:49 PM
The group makes their final preparations and then steps back out on the road to travel east. A familiar form is waiting for them on the road, siting on a rock.
The Captain of the elves comes out and smiles to the group. "I have decided to send three of my men with you. They will make sure that you get to the hamlett safely and I hope that you will take care of them as if they were your own." Standing not far away are three of the elves that you have seen around camp; a female and two males with well crafted bows. Each bows to the group as they wait for the signal to move out.
Granny also comes out to see you off, but you notice a tear running down her face. It appears that she does not get company often and has enjoyed the Chosen's stay. Old Koot is standing right next to her though with an arm over her shoulder. She is also waving to the group as they start on thier journey.
Mikal has taken the wagon and started out on his final leg to Plateau City. "I will let the scholars know that you will return to see them soon. I will also let them know what it is that you are off to do." He gets a whimsical look upon his face for a second but lets it pass as he has a duty. "Wish I could go...but my duties are elsewhere." He waves to the Chosen as he moves the wagon down the road and away from the Chosen.
Toros Saturday March 12th, 2005 1:10:04 AM
"Thank you Gecktar for accompanying me to wait for Brahmah! I hope we do not need to wait for long... Can you see Paw'caw as well... Its master should be close to here. Lets say good bye to our companions and hosts, and hello to our Captain."
Toros feels very happy to meet Brahmah again, although he does not hide that he has been a bit worried about captain's absence. "It is nice to see you again Captain! We have started to worry about you, is everything all right with you?"
OOC:
Thank you Cayzle for the gold from the W pelts and information for the X points!
For the healing wand, does the group have a spare one that Zeoll or Toros can use? If I do not remember wrong, Kenicha used to have one before. Also there were lots of CLW potions identified by Taric on January 20th, 2004. Do you know what happened to them?
Also I wonder what is the worth of the "2 strips of beads runes of old high woldian on them"
Kanchana Saturday March 12th, 2005 6:04:16 AM
Kanchana grins a little bit at Zeoll's comment. She has been ready to leave for awhile.
Kanchana tells granny good bye and also tells her that she hopes their paths will cross again sometime in the future. She knows that Koot and granny will have lots to chat about once the Chosen have left. During the journey towards the hamlett Kanchana will travel parallell to the road (or path), walking in the woods. If she comes across any interesting or useful plants she will stop for a minute or two to study them; or pick any plants she recognizes as useful for her herbal kit.
(Toros there are no extra wands right now. The items that Kenisha and Taric had followed their characters if I remember correctly. I don't know what happend to the potions, but it is highly likely that they were either sold or claimed by some one. The beads are being kept in case we need them for the hamlett scenario. DM James can probably tell you what they cost.)
Flat-top Saturday March 12th, 2005 8:26:00 AM
Stand by Kanchana waiting for all the good byes. He will step up to kiss the cheeks of Grannie and Koots "Not to worry We'll be back some day I hope." Turn to Kanchana "Come, Time to leave!"
With out looking back, Flat-top trots to the road and to the Captain of the Elves, He salutes him.
As Flat-top advances towards Brahmah, "I think we have company (with his thumb the center points at the three Elves), Where do you want us to be in this line up?"
Zeoll Sunday March 13th, 2005 10:08:34 AM
"Ah! The open rroad beckons! Come, Chosen, adventurre awaits! We have a hamlet to rrescue, monsterrs to slay, frriends to make, and life to live!"
Zeoll looks to his side at Croc. "And rraw meat to swallow, rright, boy?"
With a bounce in his step, the bard leads the group out. He starts singing as he goes:
With Domi's blessing, come along! With elfish wisdom, step this way! With taurric frriendship, join the thrrong! With joyful spirrits, don't delay!
[OOC: Zeoll volunteers to carry a wand of healing and take care of folks for a while! And with this most recent treasure, maybe we should buy another party wand before we split the proceeds.]
Brahmah Sunday March 13th, 2005 10:51:25 AM
The Captain of the Chosen seems alot happier than the last few months. He smiles and carries a bag the group has not seen before.
"Yes, its great to see you all too." He laughs. "I had to get away and get some answers to a few questions."
He points out the sack to the Chosen, "The three sages at the Library of Magic told me we'll need these robes when we reach the hamlet, and that we'll know why when we get there." Brahmah continues, "We will return here after we've gone to the hamlet. Let's move Chosen." Little doubt seems to remain in the leaders mind and he's quite intent on this current mission.
Leets Monday March 14th, 2005 2:46:13 AM
Still worried, Leets wonders what kind of danger awaits the Chosen ahead...When Brahmah speaks, he answers:
"Oh! A library! I wish I could have got a look! There are so many things I would like to search about!"
Brahmah Monday March 14th, 2005 3:51:39 AM
"Leets my friend, we will have time when we return."
Gecktar Monday March 14th, 2005 5:42:41 AM
Gecktar worries are washed away when he sees Brahmah. "Happy to see you in good health Captain, and again smiling." "Now that all Chosen are here let's go to this hamlet." he adds more for himself than for the other.
(OOC : who has interest for the two major items (the battle axe and the ring) ? If nobody cares for one (or two) of them maybe selling one (or two) will help us to divide the loot)
Brahmah OOC Monday March 14th, 2005 7:25:05 AM
OOC: As always, I'd prefer selling ALL the items, (exceptions being the potions and any wands), so that EVERYONE gets an equal share.
However, if no one is willing to sell everything, and split the loot item by item, I suggest that an arcane caster receive the ring and that a fighter receive the axe.
Brahmah is mildy (about 25%) interested in the axe. Personally, I don't care either way, as long as there is no major disputes.
Kale Monday March 14th, 2005 9:25:41 AM
Kale, as always, leads the party away from the village, though he does have to confer with the elves as to which way they should go.
OOC, ill go ahead and take a vote. tell me if you want to split the treasure up or sell it. it doesnt matter to me either way.
Flat-top Monday March 14th, 2005 12:05:33 PM
Flat-top trots along, trying to sing but every thing or note comes out ``HEE! HAA!`` OppS he's sing off key.
OOC: Ceil Monday March 14th, 2005 12:07:18 PM
Sell every things and then devied eth money. If we have enough money we came buy for our selves.
(OOC Eunice - treasure division yet again) Monday March 14th, 2005 2:47:43 PM
(Sam wait to hear from he spellcasters I'd say. Keep the healer's kit however. If anyone other than Kanchana also have the healing skill then the kit will come in handy as a "quick fix". I suppose no one has thought about the fact that a successful healing skill check will stabilize a dying PC, or bring one back to consciousness? It will be party equipment; and if no one else wants to carry the healer kit then Kanchana can and will.)
Zeoll OOC Monday March 14th, 2005 5:52:22 PM
My two cents: Keep the Healer Kit as useful party treasure. Ditto the potions of restoration and anything else healing oriented, Sell the rest. Maybe buy a wand of curing as a party item for Zeoll to use (Party Item means it is not lost if the character leaves the game.)
Divide the rest of the gold evenly.
Onward and Upward to the Hamlett. (DM Jim) Tuesday March 15th, 2005 12:28:50 AM
The group moves out having met back up with their Captain. With a lighter step Brahmah is feeling slightly better about his role. The group makes thier way across the open plateau to the east, though there is no true path to follow.
Along the sides of the road are the normal trees, bushes and large boulders but nothing else of not as of yet. Kanchana finds a few herbs along the way but nothing that she has not already seen.
Then the group comes upon a very strange sight, having travel only a few hours on the path east. Sitting in the middle of the road is a rather large dog, no it is a wolf. As the group draws closer you notice that said wolf stands at least four feet tall and would be around five feet long. Though it is sitting in the road, it's three heads seem to be having a conversation between themselves. It look up as the Chosen get closer but makes no move to move.
Kanchana finds a strange large leaf to the side of the path though that she finds very interesting. As she gets closer she notices that the chlorophyll in the leaf has come to the top in several places to spell out something upon the face of the leaf. The leaf is large, at least a foot long and six eight inches across, and growing up out of the ground with a bunch of other leaves just like it.
Kanchana Tuesday March 15th, 2005 4:20:34 AM
While there are no roses along the way to smell, Kanchana does stop to read the leaves! She even takes out her notebook to write down the letters. Kanchana probably doesn't notice the three-headed dog.
Brahmah (hps 66/83) d20+8=28 d20+1=2 Tuesday March 15th, 2005 6:11:57 AM
Many of the plants don't seem to 'jump' out at Brahmah, however, the strange leaves and three headed dog, the cerberus, certainly catches his attention. Brahmah had only encountered someone in his travels once before that said he had met a cerberus just like this... the man looked awful strange with one arm and a pegleg.
"Um, Chosen, this one might not take kind to interlopers on his territory. Move quick."
He moves up slowly, hoping to move on quickly. "Cerberus' aren't often seen by the living. Are you lost my canine friend. Can we be of service to you?" (Spot 28, nat 20 to see if the beast might be hurt. Ouch! Sense Motive 2, nat 1 to see if its plotting against us.)
Toros d20=14 Tuesday March 15th, 2005 7:06:43 AM
What attracts the attention of Toros on the road is the three-headed wolf that is talking to itself. Hesitantly, he comes closer to 90 ft of it, and starts performing a whistle melody to fascinate this strange creature.
(perform check, 14+5=19)
OOC: Thank you for the information Kanchana.
For the loot we can sell the treasure and distribute evenly the amount from sale. However if Solgrin does not want the rod to be sold and the strips of beads will be kept for party use we should also appreciate these as well.
Brahmah (OOC) Tuesday March 15th, 2005 9:23:59 AM
OOC: It would wonderful for the group to know which items are considered 'group items' and who is carrying them. Including healing items.
For instance, Kanchana has at least two healing wands and a healers kit. Several Chosen have potions.
Can we please have a list of items each of us are carrying?
Brahmah is carrying certain items he'd consider group items even though he purchased them.
taur sized manicles box of fruit and small amounts of other stuffs Scrolls of Magic Fang, Endure Elements, Calm Animals, Pass Without Trace Oil of Magic Weapon (3) Wand of Speak with Animals (46/50 charges)
... all these items Brahmah is willing to share if it can further Domi's cause.
Remember, we're in this together. Perhaps each of us that are skilled healers, should have a healers kit.
Toros - OOC Tuesday March 15th, 2005 10:02:46 AM
Toros is the group's weaponry, as you may recall from Brahmah's last Kayleb. In addition he has:
magic weapon oil, bless scroll, endure elements scroll
Neutralize poison potion CMW potion (taken from Mikhal) CLW *3 potion (This is what I assume to have from the potions that Taric has identified in Jan, 20, 2004. I think these were also thought as group items, and they were neither sold or claimed.)
Except that nothing to mention much really, but Toros will soon do his first visit to Catacombs and get some items useful for himself and the group.
And does anyone remember anything about the (CMW?) healing wand that Kenicha had been using - was it her personal item or party item? If it was the party item wouldn't it make sense that the party has kept it until her return?
Toros - OOC Addendum Tuesday March 15th, 2005 10:12:21 AM
Oh and Toros has 2 healer kits that he always forget, and artisan's tools that even he does not know yet for what craft.
Kale Tuesday March 15th, 2005 10:31:57 AM
on seeing the 3 headed wolf, Kale draws his bow, but does not fire. he asks one of the elfs "What is that?"
OOC i have saved the healer's kit and the beads. ill save the 2 potions of restorating, and ill sell the rest unless someone tells me they want a specific item. then ill divide up the gold evenly, minus the cost of any item anyone wants to keep. let me know by tommrow if anyone wants to keep anything.
Kale doesnt have any party items
Kanchana (ooc on party items and healing) Tuesday March 15th, 2005 12:14:58 PM
Kanchana only has the one CMW wand from Gargul that is an actual party item (the other one Gecktar has; and it is of course a party item as well). Everything else Kanchana has is in fact her own, but she does as a matter of fact use her items for the good of the party when the need arises. Otherwise Kanchana will be relying on considerably cheaper mundane healing types whenever possible. The healing skill is severely under-used and under-appreciated.
Toros you are mixing up Kanchana and Kenisha.
Kanchana was given both CMW wands by Gargul, and she gave one of them to Gecktar to use on behalf of the party. Gecktar was the only other known healer type in the Chosen at the time. However these CMW wands are quite "powerful" and very expensive so they need to be used sparringly - that is only in extreme emercencies IMO. The Chosen cannot afford to replace them, due to an appearent lack of funds in general.
Toros it would be great if you could remember those healers kits every so often after combat, that way there would be less wand use for "small injuries". I consider a small injury anything from 10 pts dmg and under.
DM James you should allow for time for mundane healing to take place during rest stops and sleep periods I think. This way two healers are working at once which will take care of the problem of only one healer working and not being able to heal herself/himself via skill use I would think.
Tunc (OOC) Tuesday March 15th, 2005 1:44:05 PM
Thank you so much for helping me to clarify my memory, Eunice.
For sure, Toros will remember the healer kits from now on. He has just became a 2nd level Cleric afterall :-b
Leets Tuesday March 15th, 2005 2:26:04 PM
Considering the beast in the middle of the road, the Centaur paladin will hold his faithful canine companion, and will focus his attention on the beast. I'll try to see if its soul is dark or not...
Solgrin d20+4=18 d20+4=18 Tuesday March 15th, 2005 6:46:41 PM
Solgrin stops at the site of the creature in the middle of the road, then looks around.
**** Spot 18 Listen 18 ****
**** OOC magical items group or otherwise. Solgrin only has the magical items he started with. Solgrin will claim the Rod of metamagic extend lesser from the loot. ****
Brahmah (OOC) Tuesday March 15th, 2005 9:29:26 PM
OOC: Yes, Solgrin, please claim that rod. Its always good for arcane casters to have that sort of item.
So far so good.
Zeoll Tuesday March 15th, 2005 10:12:12 PM
The liontaur is not sure what to make of these omens. A Three-Headed Dog. A plant with writing -- not that Zeoll knows how to read.
So he casts Barkskin on himself!
The Unknown Canine. (DM Jim) d20+16=25 Tuesday March 15th, 2005 11:30:54 PM
The leaf is the first thing that a few of the group find out of place and though Kanchana would copy the writing it does not makes sense to her. Zeoll on the other hand gets an idea that it might be a scroll, well sort of like a scroll.
The three headed wolf looks to the group as they move closer and all three heads seem to smile at the group. As Brahmah speaks up to the canine it cocks the outer two heads, on each direction. All three heads speak at once in three different languages: elven, tauric and common. "I think it is I that can help you...for my master sent me some time ago to lead your group to the hamlett." It is very hard to make out what it is saying as all three languages are spoken at once(int DC 12 to figure out one language). Leets finds nothing evil about the canine, in fact it seems that this animal would be an animal companion or the like.
The elves seem a little confused at what is going on and can only shrug to Kale's question. They make no move to attack though as the animal does not seem to be aggressive.
Toros finds his spell shruged off with the greatest of ease and the three heads turning in his direction. Once again all three heads speak in the same three languages. "Curb the zealous one or I will have to do it myself." All three heads show teeth as they look to Brahmah for his understanding of what it is they asked(anyone: int DC 12 to understand, add +2 to your roll if you managed to understand the other words too).
Zeoll casts his barkskin spell and feels a powerful lash of natural energy as he does. It does not appear to be harmful at all but something else(spellcraft DC 14).
ZeollHighlight to display spoiler: {Your spell has been effected by an outside force and is now +2Caster Level, making it more powerful.}
Gecktar d20+1=21 d20+3=5 d20+8=21 Wednesday March 16th, 2005 4:07:53 AM
Gecktar stops when he sees this strange beast in the middle of the path. The cerberus does not inspire him.
When it begin to speak, Gecktar clearly understand the tauric and the common speech of the beast. But this does not lessen the bad feelings he has. As soon as Toros begin his singing Gecktar attention is distracted and he doesn't understand the next sentence of the beast. But the tone is sufficient to understand that these aren't words of welcome...
"If we have to get along for a while, maybe could you tell us how we should call you. My name is Gecktar."
Gecktar watch carefully the beast trying to notice any suspect sign. (sense motive 21)
OOC : Gecktar began the game with a wand of CLW an gave it to Brahmah when he received the wand of CSW from Kanchana (see post on december 2003 the 15th). This wand hasn't be used yet so it has 50 charges left. Other item that may be useful for the party are : - CSW wand (35 charges left) - Healer's kit (x2) - Mastercraft healer's kit (x1) - Holy water (x3) - Neutralize Poison Potion (x2) - Magic weapon oil (x1) - Bless scroll (x1) - Magic weapon scroll (x1) - Healed Heart of Domi (taken when we left the Hearthold Keep)
Maybe the CLW wand should be given to someone that is not in first line of fights ?
Kale d20+2=3 d20+2=12 Wednesday March 16th, 2005 9:30:28 AM
not understanding the dog the first time, Kale doesnt put away his bow upon hearing the dog the second time, taking the dog's message as a threat. he doesnt fire, though, seeing the reaction of some of his companions.
Flat-top d20+3=19 Wednesday March 16th, 2005 9:55:54 AM
Flat-top stands there with a stupid look on his face, "I can understand him!"
Brahmah (hps 66/83) d20+2=12 d20+4=20 d20-2=4 Wednesday March 16th, 2005 10:04:26 AM
Brahmah barely understands the trio of talk and makes out the innuendo very clearly. "Toros, please, this great creature is a friend, apparently. Hold the spells."
He looks back at the beast. Says in tauric, "Your master? Who is that, if you don't mind me asking?" (untrained Diplomacy 4, ouch)
Toros d20=6 d20=13 Wednesday March 16th, 2005 10:47:46 AM
At first Toros does not understand much about what the three heads are up to, except that his fascinating song did not affect any of them. Actually he has meant no harm, just as a wemic he has cat blood in his origins, which makes him at least uneasy, when he first meets with a creature with dog blood.
Then when the three head show their teeth to Brahmah, he will call the attention of the Captain. " Brahmah, either these creatures want to eat delicious-you or they have some problem in their mouth or teeth. Perhaps, they complain about the bad smell of each other's breath... It is not easy to understand, but I think they can help us and we can help them!?"
OOC: I have checked the potions that Taric had identified. According to Brahmah's post on Friday, February 6th, 2004 4:19:15 AM, after the transaction with the Catacombs there remain these group items - 24 potions(all have been ID'd), arrows (6 magic unidentified), magic battleaxe (unindentified), Strand of Prayer Beads (bless)...
And I guess these potions has stayed with the group since then. Even I think there were more before I get involved with the Chosen. So I think each of us can be assumed to freely possess 2-3 CLW potions. I am also thinking to give 1 potion to each of our Elf companions.
I still could not understand the value of the "2 strips of beads runes of old high woldian on them". Are they beads of force or strand of prayer beads?
Zeoll (barkskin) d20+1=2 d20+1=11 Wednesday March 16th, 2005 8:20:27 PM
Not understanding a word the beast says, Zeoll can only ask, "What did it say? I can't underrstand a worrd of it!"
He does sense that his spell is improved, and since the dog is not attacking, there's no reason to think it a threat.
"I sense that my spell is imprroved," Zeoll says. "This creaturre is not thrreatening, so that's good."
The liontaur says to Kanchana, "This leaf wrriting looks magic. But I can't rread what it says. Can you?"
[OOC: If there is a spare CLW wand around, Zeoll would be glad to carry it for the party's benefit.]
The Unknown Canine. (DM Jim) Wednesday March 16th, 2005 11:15:42 PM
The canine looks to Brahmah and then nods all three heads. They all answer as one again in all three languages. "Master Fienz calls us Bella-Mort-Laia and we are his animal companion." All three heads smile as they cut what would pass as a bow to all the Chosen.
The canine looks to the group and then back to the east with longing. The center head this time is the only one that speaks, in tauric. "Shall we be on our way to see my master and save the hamlett?" He does seem to be in a hurry and you get the impression that he worried about his master. The third head interjects a moment, in common. "And my breathe is superb." He will keep pace with the group as they move and talk it spoken too. You find this canine rather intelligent and maybe beyond a normal animal companion.
The elves move back to flanking positions on each side of the path that you follow. They have no sense of danger from the canine and so will trust it to a point, for now.
[You may notice that the first head is female, the middle head male and the third head female as well. Each brain operates separately and it can do many things at once.]
[Spellcraft DC 12 to notice that the leaf holds a arcane spell of somekind.]
[Brahmah - You will find that you are at full hit points. An after effect of the tea and stuff given to you by the scholars.]
Gecktar Thursday March 17th, 2005 2:46:31 AM
Gecktar come close from the beast. He has some strange feelings about it. Is Master Fienz the one that the Chosen must help ?
They will see in time. At least the beast will bring them safely to the hamlett.
"So Bell-Mort-Laia, may I ask a question ?... What kind of creature are you ? I never see one like you before."
...
"And about the hamlett we are heading for, could you tell us more so that we could begin to think about it"
OOC : does Brahmah agree to give the CLW wand to Zeoll or does he prefer to keep it ? I will add 3 potions of CLW (from Toros) in my equipment if Jim agree with that.
Toros Thursday March 17th, 2005 2:51:49 AM
Toros will visit each of the group members, including the three elves, and offer them one potion of CLW. "Please take this for in case of emergency, if you would like." He will even offer one or three? to their new guide (s) as a token for friendship and apology. However he is not very sure that this canine can use it by itself?!
During their walk Toros will accompany the elves most of the time, learning their names and backgrounds, and chatting about some common issues. Have they been to the Hamlett before, and know Master Fienz?
Brahmah Thursday March 17th, 2005 5:07:59 AM
OOC: Sheesh, I've been yelled at before about other people not reading posts. I totally missed the Wand being given to me for safe keeping. Sure, Zeoll can have the wand, its silly for one of the main fighters to carry something like that anyway.
IC: The Captain feels great and walks and talks with the beast, but doesn't really trust it yet. "Mr. Fienz? His first name Ray?"
Kanchana d20+7=15 Thursday March 17th, 2005 5:25:51 AM
Kanchana will concentrate on the plant not the dog creature. She listens what Zeoll said about the plant being magical. Kanchana uses what magic knowledge she has to try and decipher the text (spellcraft 15). If it is at all possible she will copy the words down into her notebook.
"Solgrin please come here and look at the writing on this plant."
Flat-top Thursday March 17th, 2005 6:21:12 AM
Flat-top marches along with the others, Looking down at the Two or three Healing potions. "Humpt! this is all I receive for almost giving up my life? What did you get Kale?"
Toros - OOC Thursday March 17th, 2005 6:30:50 AM
Chosen, I am considering to get one Brahmah's Tattoo (level 0 or 1) for Toros. Do you have any suggestions about which one would be of best use to the group?
I was first thinking to take a "CLW" tattoo, thinking that activating tattoo can be accompanied with a standart attack in the same round. But now I come to think to get the "Enlarge person" tattoo.
Besides, there is a continuing discussion in the Rules Center about whether only cleric and druid "potion spells" should be allowed or not, which could influence the choice of tattoo as well. And also the mother nature seems to be favoring the druidic spells recently, or am I wrong ;-)
And, BTW, I have got 2 CMW potions from Lotto. These are also at service of the group.
Jay B (Brahmah) Thursday March 17th, 2005 7:48:41 AM
OOC: Just a reminder Toros... Tattoos can only be zero to 3rd level Divine spells. Not arcane. If the spell is a domain spell for a cleric and also arcane, I believe you can still get the tattoo.
Suggestion: Flat-top has a Cure Light Wounds tattoo. Brahmah has an Entangle tattoo. Bless(1st level), Prayer(3rd level), Guidance (zero level)... but choose the spell Toros would choose. Don't feel obligated to the group necessarily or specifically, just choose the one one want.
Cayzle, you helped me on the tattoos, what do you think about the domain/arcane version of the spells? Can something like Burning Hands, spell in the fire domain, be used in a tat? I think, as long as its following the "Divine" spell requirement, it should be fine.
Kale Thursday March 17th, 2005 1:23:43 PM
Kale turns to Flat-Top and says, "I got the same thing you did, but im expecting a package any time now with our reward. Dont worry, you'll get your share soon enough."
OOC - sam Thursday March 17th, 2005 1:26:25 PM
hi guys, here's the treasure update
ive sold everything except the following items
lesser extend rod(solgrim) 3 cats grace potions(kale) 2 lesser restoration potions(party treasure) the healer's kit 2 strips of beads
the beads are not magical, we are holding them in case we need them at a later date.
Lunch and a Surprise. (DM Jim) Thursday March 17th, 2005 11:11:26 PM
The great canine cocks it left head to look at Gecktar and gives a smile. It speaks in common to make it easier for all involved. "Some would call me a cerberus or three headed dog...I like to think that my ancestory is closer to a wolf than that. Now the fort is actually shaped from several trees to form the wall and all the houses that you will see. My Master had much to do with that along with the help of a few other druids. A lot of different races live there working in harmony. I guess you would say that it is a fine place to live...I like it anyways." The head on the right side looks to Brahmah and shakes it heads in wonder, before speaking in common. "Actually we do not call him much by his name...just Master or Friend mostly." The large dog is happy to keep talking about this and that though he is not sure what the real problem is at the hamlett...just that it has to do with a unbalance in nature.
Toros is able to talk to the elves in shifts but finds out little besides their names, which they find funny since they were introduced earlier. They have never been to the hamlett before but are sure that they can find it.
Kanchana is unable to make out the spell upon the leaf and as such takes it along to show to Solgrin who did not show up. Most likely he was too interested in the three headed dog.
The Chosen travel along for awhile longer and finally stop for a small bite to eat. Everyone falls out and takes shade under the few trees that are around.
While sitting and waiting you have the funny feeling that you are being watched by someone or something. Suddenly you hear laughter from nowhere and then a small person pops into view. He is dressed all in green and has pointed ears much like an elf. He looks to the Chosen and then to the big dog with a frown. "Ye be the Chosen?" He hops up on a boulder and juggles a few small coins as he does. "These be a gift from Wardd for his lucky day." The little guy smiles as he spins tossing out three gold coins to each of the Chosen. No matter what the coins end up in each persons' hand. "Now I have something else that ye need ta know."
Flip me for a change of luck. If I smile to you I grant...another chance. If I frown to you I grant...what you got.
If my powers you should use. To the poor, you must be true.
The little man looks to the group and smiles again as he slowly starts to fade. "Figure out the riddle and use them wisely." He is then gone from your sight and you have no feeling that he is still around.
[knowledge(nature), (religion), (arcana) DC 14 to figure out that you just saw a leprechaun. bardic knowledge DC 14 for the same.]
[Each of you is holding three gold coins in your hand. One one side is the face of Wardd smiling up at you. Turning it over shows Wardd's face but he is frowning up at you.]
Toros d20=16 Friday March 18th, 2005 12:38:52 AM
The three tree elves would be introcuded to Toros but unfortunately the wemic barbarian ( or bard or cleric) is not intelligent enough to learn some specific pieces of information at one time, and especially he is too bad to correctly remember the names. And still even after asking for the second time he could not catch and keep their names in his mind. (DR DM JIM, honestly what were the names of the elves? :-))
Toros also feels a bit disappointed that the elves have given no sign of appreciaton for the delivery of the CLW potions. However, afterall this is ok, as Toros should not have any special inclination towards these a bit arrogant creatures, just that the Elf Captain has asked the Chosen to take care after them, and he is trying to do his best for this. So he will try one more time to start a good conversation with the elves, complimenting their arrow shooting skills, and appreciating the quality of their well-crafted bows...
Then, suddenly a leprechaun appears from nowhere. (bard knowledge check 16+2=18) He tries to catch the thrown gold pieces and makes sense of all this riddle and stuff...
Toros - OOC Friday March 18th, 2005 12:51:09 AM
Jim, these are very nice presents for the St. Patrick's Day. Thank you!!
Brahmah Friday March 18th, 2005 7:51:24 AM
The minotaur walks along, watching the 'wolf', who he's liking more and more. "Well, I'll remember to call your Master 'Friend'." The taur smiles.
Then when the leprechaun shows up, Brahmah can't help but giggle a bit. "Wow."
Flat-top d20=19 Friday March 18th, 2005 7:55:02 AM
"I though so Kale, I knew I;d get a strait answer from you." Then moves along with the rest of the party.
Then he was getting hungry So he trouts over to Kanchana "Kitten! Have you spoted any good fruits I can eat?" Then he he swears he can almost hear a jigg playing some where, then come the laughter, Flat-top turns to see the little Leprechaun, He smiles at the little man and wonders if he has green beer with him??
No but this time it better than green beer, it's three macgical coins to help this centaur with Domi's work and help the poor. He look up to say hid thank yous but the little elf must have left his green beer alone, he had disappeared.
"WoW! did you see that?" he ask Kanchana as they show each other their three gold coins.
Kale d20+3=20 Friday March 18th, 2005 10:39:49 AM
Kale, never one to turn down gold, pockets the gold coins then listens to the riddle. (nature check of 20). after the little green guy dissapears, Kale goes over to Flat-Top and says "I think I know what he means. If we miss on an attack or fail to see something, we can flip one of these coin and get a second chance if it come up on Wardd's smiling face. But once we use the coin, we have to give it away to the poor."
OOC - Sam Friday March 18th, 2005 10:48:10 AM
hi guys, ive sold everything, and here is everyone's share
total - 23,285
due to each party memeber before subtracting the items some kept - 2587gp
Solgrim doesnt get any gold because the rod is worth 3000gps
Kale gets 2010gp because the potions he kept are worth 900gps
everyone else gets 3038 gps
i belive this is right, but someone should go ahead and check my math to be safe
Jim, can i have your email addres please?
Zeoll d20+5=10 Friday March 18th, 2005 1:42:31 PM
Zeoll has no idea who the little man is, but he figures him for a fey of some kind.
"A fae serrvant of Warrdd gives us gifts! Naturre smiles on my spell casting! Magical wrriting grrows on a leaf! These are odd signs. I wonderr what they mean?"
He listens to Kale's deduction and agrees. "I bet you arre rright, Kale!"
Zeoll accepts the wand of CLW from Brahmah. "I will use this to help everrybody!"
He bows to the strange wolfhound and asks it to lead the way.
[OOC: Neat leprechaun, Jim! And thanks, Sam, for handling the treasure! 3038 gp is great! Good job!]
[Jay, see the Rules Board for my thoughts on the Tattoos.]
Flat-Top Friday March 18th, 2005 6:07:20 PM
"Hmmm! That's what I though. To give the cold coin after use, to the poor. Nice thought." said the center to Kale, "It will endear the poor to imertate out action."
Kanchana d20+12=29 d20+4=14 Friday March 18th, 2005 6:27:03 PM
Kanchana takes the leaf to Solgrin appearently. She holds it under his nose and says: "read this Solgrin. I think it is a spell you might know. Please copy down what it says".
Kanchana hands Solgrin her quill and journal.
Then the leprechaun shows up handing out coins. Somehow leprechauns are familiar to the wemic druidess (Know Nature 29, Know Religion 14).
Kanchana reaches into her haversack with her free hand and takes out a piece of fruit for Flat-top. She hands it to him. Kanchana will hand him another piece of fruit slightly later. The fruit is from the unusual harvest they reaped earlier when the trees went haywire.
Kanchana puts the three coins into one of her pouches. "These are strange coins," she mentions to Flat-top, "I guess they must be some sort of local coinage?" Kanchana will ponder Kale's comment about the coins for later.
Solgrin d20+10=25 d20+11=22 Friday March 18th, 2005 6:32:03 PM
Solgrin nods to Kale "I think your correct on the amount."
Solgrin then looks over to Kanchana and says "How can I help you my dear?" Solgrin will then look at what she wants him to examine. Solgrin casts read magic.
Solgrin will make detailed notes and translate what he reads.
*** knowlege arcana 25 spellcraft 22 ***
**** OOC: sorry for not being around I have beensick with what turns out to be bronchitis. we spent over 6 hrs at the hospital today because of it. I should start getting better soon as I am taking antibiotics the last 2 days.
The Big Dream [CDM Jerry]
The Big Dream [CDM Jerry] Saturday March 19th, 2005 11:54:21 AM
As Solgrin casts his spell, Kanchana's pocket bursts causing the three coins to shoot in in various directions. They glow with extraordinary light and power!
The coins seem to reach out to you with invisible tendrils and minds begin to join, become one. The Chosen now is singular. One. Unified in spirit and purpose.
The area lights up with the coins and the glowing heroes. The coins begin to sing with their efforts.
Some sort of collective elven effect is at work! Yet all the Chosen are hearing what is definitely not a Taur gathering!.
As our heroes struggle to come to grips with these events, their conscious minds fade and a waking dreamlike state begins.
There is then a joining of minds. Elven minds. Minds that look at life in terms of centuries instead of years.
Nearby elves join in with this union. Some join to a lesser extent being half-elves or other relates species.
The pool of collective thought grows until it becomes Woldwide!
The overwhelming thought becomes "Why?"
An ancient being joining the mix replies, "This has happened twice before. This is the third time."
"What has happened before? comes the overwhelming response."
"This. Prepare and listen."
A common Elven Dream begins.
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You are floating...in space..?
You can see The Wold turning lazily beneath you, so very far below--slow but steady, the planet rotates, basking blissfully in the light of the bright golden disk hanging above it. Sunlight dapples the large fertile brown expanses of land dotted with areas of green forest...it sparkles across the waves of the blue-green ocean.
The Wold is as it is.
Suddenly you become aware that there are three smaller discs approaching the bright one, also at a slow but steady pace...you realize that the bright disk must be the sun, and the others are the moons of The Wold.
The three new discs align to cover the sun completely, leaving it and The Wold in darkness. But there--right in the middle of the now-black sun-disk--a pair eyes blink open, as though awakened from sleep.
The almond-shaped eyes--the bright, brilliant hue of sky and sea--look down upon The Wold. They widen in surprise, as though viewing the burgeoning world for the first time in a very, very long time...then the expression in the turquoise eyes grows rather sad. A tear forms and falls from one of the eyes as it blinks.
The eyes in the black sun narrow slightly--as though the unseen person to whom they belong has suddenly begun contemplating...and then the eyes blink again, once more brightening with the enlightenment of a great idea..!
The eyes glow warmly--if there were a face to go with them, you just know that it would have a happy, friendly grin in place--and The Wold, turning in its slow, steady pace, begins to grow green. Focusing on the planet, you can see that the forests of The Wold flourish and grow lush once more, spreading their fertile growth across the faces of the both the continent of Yrth and the Fragmented Lands, as the owner of the eyes laughs delightedly.
You swoop down from your lofty perch and find yourself standing in an ancient forest, Culverwood, breathing in the good green scent of the ancient trees. There is a dark, malevolent blot at the edge of your senses whom the collective knows to be Parnoth the oppressor--then suddenly, the blot disappears from sight and you hear the great beast's agonized screams.
More screams and cries ring in your ears now--the voices of those who oppose and harm Nature, the voices of those who would hold back the elves and make them lesser beings, the voices of evil. Too long they have been allowed to run free, but now they face their just reward. Through it all, the owner of the eyes continues to laugh.
The dream ends and the personal you physically awakens with laughter still ringing in your ears.
Let the Dream Sink In. (DM Jim) Saturday March 19th, 2005 10:47:29 PM
Going to let the group ponder the dream before making a post. So most likly no post till Monday.
Email - gilan_13@lycos.com
Zeoll Sunday March 20th, 2005 9:06:26 PM
The druid smiles as he wakes from a dream of Nature triumphant. "The elves. The moons. The eyes."
He does not seem to know what to say.
He looks at the elves who are with them. Were they affected? What do they say?
Toros Sunday March 20th, 2005 10:06:16 PM
When the dream begins Toros is together with the elves. He looks at them with questioning eyes, asking what is going on... Realizing that their situation is also not so much different from the Chosen Toros leaves himself to the stream of dream together with others...
When this collective dream is over, Toros starts shaking his head in order to get rid of the ringing laughter in his head. It slowly fades away.
All around, Chosen are waking up from the dream. Toros will approach Flat-Top and comment "Elven day-dreaming is a bit different from Domi's Dreams, isn't it?"
Toros cannot make any further comment or explanation now. It is too much for him now: The Elves, the three-headed dog, the Lepricon, the golden coins, the dream, before that the playing cards, the three's and all these laughters... leaving him speechless and motionless for a short time.
However he has one issue to ponder, when it is suitable. "Flat-Top, I would like to ask you a question. I mean, you have had a Tattoo, right... Is it painful to have one? I do not mind being slashed by axes or burned by fireballs, but that needle drawing on my hide..." The wemic barbarian feels ashamed to speak this out, but it is too late now!! He tries to change the topic, although still related with tattoos.
"How do you use your tattoo, Flat-top? Tap it and that's it, am I right? I saw you hitting this and that way, while tapping the tattoo and healing yourself. It was amazing!"
"And, if I get a tattoo that can also enlarge you, do you think it would be good for you to become a huge taur, even if for a short while."
While talking with Flat-top, Toros's mind continues to process the information about the dream on the road. Perhaps they have eaten something strange too much in the lunch.
Gecktar d20+7=21 Monday March 21st, 2005 3:37:46 AM
Gecktar shakes his head... He is nearly stunned by the dream he had and tries to understand the hidden message.
Mother Wold is awakening from a slumber and she will put a end to evil doing in the whole Wold ? This could be not just so simple. This should be a riddle or a sign to warn the Chosen.
There should be an eclipse, of that Gecktar is convinced, but when ? Maybe is this the first question they have to ask. Eclipse will be the sign of a begining of the war. This is what Gecktar understood. And the war will awaken migthy powers sleeping deeply in the core of the Wold. Maybe this power should be awakened... Maybe not... What will survive after this mighty power passage ?
Lost in his thoughts Gecktar realizes that all other Chosen are like him.
"Let's continue to the Hamlett" he says "maybe should we have a talk about what's hapenning"
(OOC knowledge religion 21 to recognize 'possessor' of the 'eyes')
Flat=top Monday March 21st, 2005 6:18:53 AM
Flat-top has this glazed look on his face. all he can say is "WOW!" then follow Brahmah and the rest of the party. He now has a better under standing of the pointy eared Elvs and who is this Parnorth?
Brahmah Monday March 21st, 2005 6:39:11 AM
The Chosen need non-taur help. He wakes with the thought, 'Perhaps the Wold is awakening? Maybe a nature God of sorts will walk with the other Gods of the Wold. No, not a God, maybe the Wold's Avatar?' He takes this thought only to Kanchana.
Kale Monday March 21st, 2005 12:42:40 PM
blinking his eyes after the vision, Kale stays silent on the matter. let the thinkers and spellcasters dwell on it, Kale thinks to himself, I just want to survive it.
Sam- OOC Monday March 21st, 2005 12:43:25 PM
i forgot to divide the platium we got. everyone gets 111 pps
Leets d20+9=20 Monday March 21st, 2005 2:17:27 PM
Leets doesn't feel very well after the dream. He's not used to see the grey part of the Wold. Only white and black usually. But this time, he had troubles seeing who was the bad one, and who was the good...
Bad guys seemed to die, at least malevolent ones...But were they really evil? Did they deserve such a fate? And what kind of deity could act in such a way?
Overwhelmed by too many questions, Leets will meditate, dark, in his own corner, with Managarm as his only company....
(Knowledge religion 20 to try to understand something to all this...)
Kanchana Monday March 21st, 2005 5:51:18 PM
Kanchana isn't entirely certain what to make of the dream. She just knows that there are some answers to be found in the hamlett. She also feels that Mother Wold is trying to warn everyone in the Wold about something. Perhaps things are going to change?
((Jay, I am not certain if Brahmah has decided to speak to Kanchana yet, so I will wait with any IC reactions on his thought for now.))
Solgrin Monday March 21st, 2005 6:34:00 PM
Solgrin shakes his head trying to make sense of the dream that he just had. Solgrin looks at Kanchana and the other Chosen then asks Kanchana "What do you make of the dream?"
The Time After. (DM Jim) Monday March 21st, 2005 7:49:24 PM
The three elves can be found huddled together with tears streaming down thier faces. They all seem to be at a loss for words but too happy to express themself in any other dignified manner. They seem to be only able to come up with one thing to say. "It appears that someone is coming to lead us to our glory and beat the enemies of nature in one shot...glory to the Wold Mother."
Looking to the sky you find that they stars are high in the sky, but was it not just about midday when you saw the leprechaun? The three-headed dog looks to the group and seems to have a smile upon each of it's three heads. They speak as one in all three languages at once in excitement. "That was most definitely interesting....Master will most definitely be pleased if he got this dream too." Then the three heads look to the wemics in the group and smile again, speaking all in common this time. "It was also intereting to see what being a cat feels like as well...an experience that we will carry with us for a long time."
[Will have to ask about what you may learn from those knowledge checks as I am not too sure about the dream. Let me ask and then I can post it as a pondering for those that made checks. :)]
Kanchana Tuesday March 22nd, 2005 12:27:07 AM
Kanchana looks sheepishly at Solgrin, "I am not entirely certain what to make of the dream to be honest. However I am fairly certain that there are some answers to be found at the hamlett we are travelling to."
"Did you manage to copy down what was on that leaf Solgrin? Did it make any sense to you?"
Kanchana looks around; feeling slightly nervous, because of the amount og time that seems to have passed while they were dreaming about eyes and unfamiliar forests. Kanchana also feels a budding annoyance with the strange dog; it seems giddy and "air-headed" to her. 'Must be the inbreeding?', she wonders to herself.
Brahmah Tuesday March 22nd, 2005 2:54:43 AM
Brahmah tells the Chosen his thoughts on the dream.
"The Wold is awakening? Maybe a nature God of sorts will walk with the other Gods of the Wold. No, not a God, maybe the Wold's Avatar?"
Flat-top Tuesday March 22nd, 2005 6:01:41 AM
"Do you think so? Captain?"Ask the center, "Then tell me, Who is Avatar? never heard of him before!"
Toros Tuesday March 22nd, 2005 6:42:16 AM
Toros observes Kanchana's annoyance with the comment of the three-head dog, however remains silent in order not to further the discussion.
He looks to the sky, and sees the beautiful stars, feeling very good and refreshed. Then he calls the attention of the Chosen:
"Come on Chosen, lets turn to our normal, and prepare a campsite to stay overnight! Later, we can talk about our shared dream, sitting around the campfire. Who knows, the dire things may want to join our party again, as well."
Zeoll (enhanced barkskin) Tuesday March 22nd, 2005 7:29:17 AM
The liontaur bard is eager to get moving. "Come, let us chat as we walk. Good dog, lead us to yourr masterr, please!"
But then Zeoll realizes it is full night. "Huh! How did that happen? You are rright, Torros! We betterr camp. I don't feel tirred, but we should wait forr morrning to head out."
Brahmah Tuesday March 22nd, 2005 8:31:50 AM
Brahmah smiles at Flat-top. "The avatar isn't it's name. The avatar is the representation of a God who choses to walk among us, with the mortals as a mortal, sort of. All I was saying is maybe the Wold is waking up and her Avatar will walk."
"It sounds strange, but I heard stories on the ship about how the Gods walked on the Wold at one time and how they still visit from time to time. Isn't that right Zeoll? They come here sometimes."
Kale Tuesday March 22nd, 2005 9:55:03 AM
Kale sighs at everyone's thoughs and says "Why does this always happen to us? Why cant things be simpler?" then he waits to see if the group is pressing on or camping out
Zeoll (illegal (and long!) second post) Tuesday March 22nd, 2005 10:43:53 AM
"Surrre," the liontaur says, "gods can appearr in the Wold wheneverr they want, I guess. I rrememberr verry well at the verry beginning of ourr adventurres, when Domi himself appearred in the flesh and talked to us. Kale and Flat-top werre therre."
"Flat-top, when Domi talked to us, that was an avatarr of Domi."
"It is a good omen, I think, that of those who talked with Domi, we still have with us a liontaurr, a centaurr, and a minotaurr."
"Herre, let me tell you the storry again."
Zeoll pauses and then recites with a trained bard's ability to use oration ...
Afterr trrials, we came to an underrgrround rroom on an island that had just rrisen frrom the waves. We saw a figurre frrom whom rrich, warrm laughterr came. Each of us perrceived the perrson to be the God of Warr ... and he was just exactly as we always imagined him to be. He beckoned us to apprroach him.
"Come...come, my childrren ..." The bass voice that invited us closerr did so in Taurric. "... I want to meet those who met all the differrent types of battle I sent you ... and trriumphed!"
Then Domi took my own sworrd -- this verry sworrd herre -- and blessed it himself. That was because I had been too foolish to do so earrlierr when I had the chance to invoke his blessing.
Domi spoke to me: "Therre ... you now possess an enchanted weapon. It will aid you in battle to hit and hurrt yourr enemy."
Then Domi took two holy rrelics we had brrought him -- the Hearrt of the Stag and the Hearrt of the Beast. RRevealed, both rrelics floated in midairr beforre the god. The two arrtifacts werre drrawn to each otherr in a slow but inexorrable orrbiting kind of dance, each of them whirrling arround the otherr fasterr and fasterr as they drraw closerr and closerr togetherr, until --
-- contact!
At firrst nothing seemed to happen. Then the rreunited hearrt began to glow ... faintly at firrst, but brrighterr and brrighterr still until it was as though the sun itself was shining in this underrgrround chamberr. Laughterr, even morre rrich and welcoming than prreviously hearrd, swirrled arround you, and all prresent felt the warrmth and joy of the being that had brrought us therre.
"Yes! YES! I just KNEW you could do it!!!" the voice rresounded within the chamberr as well as in ourr hearrts and heads. "I am Domi ... Imod ... Tomi ... and you arre all my childrren! You have made me prroud!"
The chamberr rrumbled and the sensation that grripped us was that of rrushing up into the airr as though to a grreat height -- and, suddenly, the chamberr we werre in seemed to dissolve away.
We found ourrselves standing atop a larrge stone dome -- in a cirrcularr arrea that was apparrently an obserrvatorry of some kind, forr as we looked arround, we rrealized we werre in the verry centerr of a new island, and that we could see forr miles arround frrom this vantage point. To the norrtheast appearred the unmistakeable coast of the Minotaurr Isle ... and to the southwest, the shorreline of Centaurr Isle. If we strrained verry, verry harrd, we could just barrely make out the faint outline of Wemic Isle upon the west-southwesterrly horrizon, even.
Then Domi spoke again. "My dearr childrren," the rrumbling bass of the god's voice brroke into ourr rreverrie, "You arre standing in the midst of the island that will serrve as headquarrterrs to you -- my chosen ones. This island will serrve as a physical confirrmation of the brridge you all will be the living embodiment of ... the brridge between all Taurrs.
"Once upon a time, I sought to crreate the ultimate warrriorr rrace -- one skilled in all aspects of warr. Thus was borrn the Taurr. I do not possess omniscience, howeverr, but immorrtal powerr. I did not rrealize that the differrent perrceptions of combat could frracturre my vision of one perrfect warrriorr into many differrent warrriorrs ... thus was borrn the Minotaurr, the Centaurr...and the Lion-taurr, who is called Wemic." A gusty sigh sounded frrom the deity.
"My Hearrt was torrn asunderr because I thought I had caused irrrepairrable damage to the Taurr, weakening that perrfect warrriorr rrace ... but you have shown me that I did not weaken the Taurr, but made the Taurr strrongerr thrrough diverrsity. Now it is up to you to prrove that all thrree aspects of Taurr can unite in spite of theirr differrences ... that all thrree make up a nigh-unbeatable forrce forr good in the Wold."
When we turrned to look at Domi/Imod/Tomi, we no longerr saw the epitome of ourr own rrace, but a larrge humanoid with a flowing mane and tail rreminiscent of a Centaurr, a brroad face and upperr body built much like a Minotaurr, and the solid strructurring of sinewy and powerrful, tawny-furrred lowerr body of the cat-pawed Wemic.
"Behold the forrm of yourr ancestorr rrace," the God of Warr bid us. "And know this: Brridge Island is to be yourr strronghold to keep and prrotect, as you arre the firrst of the separrate parrts of Taurr to begin rrealizing yourr trrue potential."
Domi told us that we would rreside on Brridge Isle and keep watch overr the rreunited Hearrt that would rremain therre.
His final worrds to us werre these. "My beloved childrren," the God of Warr intoned, "You have alrready accomplished the firrst mission that I sent to you -- the rreunion of my sunderred Hearrt. All that needs doing frrom now on is that you lead by example, following yourr conscience and doing yourr best ... togetherr."
[Compiled from Chosen of Domi posts in mid-January, 2001]
Leets Tuesday March 22nd, 2005 12:15:52 PM
Leets smiles as he hears Zeoll,
"I also remember, Zeoll, for I was called myself at the very moment Domi appeared to you..."
The Centaur looks his shield, and adds:
"And when I joined you on the newly founded Hearthold Keep, this shield was waiting for me, the symbol of my mission among the Chosen."
"We have a mission to accomplish, and our way goes through this city...The task Domi gave me is not finished yet!"
Solgrin Tuesday March 22nd, 2005 4:55:29 PM
Solgrin tries to finish copying and analysing the writing on the leaves. Solgrin will then follow along with the other Chosen.
Gecktar Tuesday March 22nd, 2005 5:10:59 PM
Gecktar listen to Zeol admiring the talent of the bard. He then will help to prepare the camp for the night
A Strange Night. (DM Jim) Tuesday March 22nd, 2005 8:48:11 PM
The camp is soon struck as the Chosen sit around and relive a few past memories and those newer to the group hear the tale for the first time.
As the night passes the group takes their turns with watch and the elves stay in the trees watching as well. It is about three hours from sunup and the last watch is at it when a thud is heard from the far side of the camp. It sounds as if something is throwing itself against a wall with great force.
Solgrin - The spell is as follows.
Highlight to display spoiler: {Elven Vision
Transmutation Level: Cleric 1, Druid 1, Bard 1, Sorcerer/Wizard 1, Witch 1 Components: V,S,F Casting Time: 1 standard action Range: Personal Target: You Duration: 10 min/level Saving Throw: Will negates (harmless) Spell Resistance: Yes
The spell grants the spellcaster elven sight. The caster gains low light vision. In addition, he receives a +2 bonus to Spot and Search, and can automatically check for secret doors when he passes within 5 feet of one. These bonuses are similar to the elven ability and does not stack with natural elven sight.}
Kanchana Tuesday March 22nd, 2005 11:17:04 PM
Kanchana hopes that Solgrin will tell her about the spell. She doesn't have much to say about the dream and omens so she is will instead listen to what everyone else might have to say.
((James, It is odd that Kanchana couldn't figure out that spell (if it is the one from the leaf) when it says that it is also available to druids and clerics. Could you explain that please?))
Toros Wednesday March 23rd, 2005 12:02:33 AM
After a nice day sleep, poor Toros cannot sleep well at night. His mind does not feel the need to sleep but think, as much as a think-tank can do. He takes the first watch, remains awake for the following ones, and finally when he manages to fall asleep, he wakes up with a thud! That bit of sleep and the sudden awakening is enough to make him dizzy for the first moments.
Forcing himself to stand up, slowly he starts moving to search for the source of that strange sound.
Leets Wednesday March 23rd, 2005 3:41:52 AM
Awaken by the strange sound, Leets quickly prepares, and will shake Flat-Top so that he checks with him what's wrong.
Solgrin Wednesday March 23rd, 2005 3:48:17 AM
Solgrin will get some rest then prepare his spells for the day. Once finsihed Solgrin spends time working on copying the spell into his spellbook from the leaves. When the loud pounding begins Solgrin will cast mage armor (uses rod) sharing it with Rozca.
Solgrin calls out to the Chosn "Brahmah, Flat-top, Leets, Kale, Toros come here I have a spell to aide you in case of battle."
When they are near Solgrin, Solgrin will cast Haste on them (using Rod)(duration will be 10 rounds on the Haste spell). When finished Solgrin willl tell them "I just made you a little faster for a short time."
Flat-top Wednesday March 23rd, 2005 7:10:25 AM
Flat-top listens and nods as Brahmah as explain about Avatars, Flat-top is taking in the picture, and is making sence to him.
When Zeoll came along to make thing clearer. retold the story of the Chosen beginings. He knew to be true because He Flat-top was there in the first dreams. Thank-you Zeoll, I just taken at face valoe."
As they advance down the road, Flat-top tell the Captain, "I like your virson better."
They stop for the night, Flat-top was asleep leaning against a tree. When he was awaken ready for a fight!!
Brahmah Wednesday March 23rd, 2005 10:05:43 AM
The ranger tells the group that there was a thump in the early morning. "We should check it out."
Prepared spells: 2x Pass without Trace
Kale(hasted) d20+3=11 d20+7=11 d20+10=24 Wednesday March 23rd, 2005 10:59:54 AM
nodding thanks to Solgrim, Kale motions the others to stay back for a moment, then he goes towards the area of the wall where he heard the sound(listen check of 11, spot of 11, search of 24)
Zeoll (AC16, HP 46) d20+9=16 Wednesday March 23rd, 2005 11:27:25 AM
Zeoll wakes with the sound of the thumping.
He stands and casts a Guidance spell on himself.
"Come on, Crroc," he says, "let's go check this out."
He carefully moves closer to the sound, behind Kale, and tries to see whatever there is to see. [Spot check 16 with Guidance]
[Barkskin cast the previous day and has not been replaced yet.]
Gecktar Wednesday March 23rd, 2005 3:30:55 PM
Gecktar was sleeping deeply after the day they had. When he wakes up at the sound of the thud he is not armored and a bit dizzy.
Is That a Troll? (DM Jim) Wednesday March 23rd, 2005 9:46:27 PM
When you reach the area where the noises are coming from you have a shock as you see five forms throwing themselves against what appears to be a barrier. Everytime one hits it there is a blue flash and sparkle for a few minutes and then it disappears to leave the wall unseen.
With a closer look you find that all five forms are trolls, or at least you would think so. They are over twenty-six feet tall and seemingly extremely annoyed with thier currently problem.
The three elves are standing around with mouths open though they do have their bows out and an arrow nocked.
[Eunice - The leaf is like a scroll but an arcane one at that. There is no way that you could read the spell, even though there is a divine version as well.]
[Spot DC 16: Highlight to display spoiler: {Surrounding the campsite you see the beginning of a circle of mushrooms. Little blue ones with three red spots on them.}]
[Knowledge(nature) DC 16 if you pass the above check: Highlight to display spoiler: {You know this to be the obvious signs of a fae circle of mushrooms. Though you are safe from harm while inside from evil, you may not be safe from what conjured the circle. Disturbing or destroying a mushroom will also break the circles abilities, as might attacking the creatures outside.}]
Toros d20=13 d20=20 d20=19 Wednesday March 23rd, 2005 10:37:28 PM
The awakened and hastened Toros looks around just to see bigger than normal Trolls and little blue mushrooms surrounding the campsite. (spot check, 13+5, 18). His memory quickly recalls a bardic story that talks about fae circle of mushrooms (bardic knowledge check, natural 20) and spells out what he knows to others.
"We are in a fae circle of mushrooms. We are safe within, from Trolls; but please mind the blue mushrooms and refrain from attacking the Trolls, at least for now!"
Then, Toros looks around one more time carefully to recognize who could be the conjurer of this magical effect that protects Chosen and their companions. (known what to look for, a third check to spot, 19+5= 24).
Gecktar Thursday March 24th, 2005 3:09:08 AM
Gecktar shakes his head not sure of being awaken. Seeing the trolls hurting the invisible wall and hearing Toros comment he realizes that they are protected from them for now. But how long...
Not wasting time, and sure he will not find rest with twenty feet tall giants hurting a wall of force for all the night (troll aren't very cute), he decides to wear his armor and prepares for a probable fight. Five trolls are really dire enemies !!!
"These trolls are nasty beast Chosen. Even if we are safe for now" Gecktar look at Toros waiting for a nod of confirmation "this will not be true all time. Does any of you have some oil to finish them if we need to fight ?"
Sooner or later, maybe when the sun will rise in the sky the fae ring will lose its power. They have to be prepared.
(OOC: Jim, is Gecktar still level 5 ? Did you receive my character sheet ?)
Leets d20+3=23 Thursday March 24th, 2005 3:50:21 AM
Leets looks at the trolls with attention, he wonders what's happening to those things....He whispers:
"Aren't trolls considered ennemies of nature? Maybe they have troubles because of the new, well, you see..."
(Spot roll 23)
"Hey, what's that???"
Leets crouches and gets a closer look at the mushrooms...
Kanchana d20+5=16 d20+12=26 d20+12=24 d20+5=13 Thursday March 24th, 2005 5:28:15 AM
She sees the mushrooms and their unusual colorations. (Spot 16) Kanchana knows from the mushroom type that the Chosen are inside a fae circle, and that as long as it is kept whole and undisturbed they will remain safe. (Know. Nature 26) The druidess would certainly know if those creatures are indeed trolls (Know. Nature 24). She may even remember a thing or two about trolls. She does know that she has no way of successfully communicating with them as she has no shared language (that she knows of) with them.
"I think we had best wait this one out. We should of course be prepared in case the circle fails."
Kanchana prepares in case they have to fight the trolls and after she is ready for possible battle she watches the trolls uselessly slam themselves into the invisible barrier. She grins and hopes that they are stupid enough to hurt themselves by their own actions. After all even with their self-healing abilities any damage they inflict upon themselves might be a bonus to the Chosen if they have to fight the trolls.
Kanchana looks around inside their little camp to see if anything is different (Spot 13). She is fairly certain that the Elves didn't create this fae circle because they seem awfully surprised about something.
Solgrin d20+4=5 Thursday March 24th, 2005 5:59:59 AM
Solgrin listens to what the other Chosen say about a fae circle and waits to see if the creatures are able to break in.
*** Rod of metamagic lesser, extend (2/3 used) ***
Flat-top d20=20 d20=11 Thursday March 24th, 2005 6:17:28 AM
Flat-top wakes up with a start, "Hmm! What was that?" Goes over and stands behind Gecktar asking, "Odd mushrooms arn't they? Oh! Look over there, Trolls! And big one at that!"
Somebody said something about oil to controll But he didn't hear nothing else, he just went through his back pack and his saddles bags "No! I don't have any Oil! Are we in trouble??" Ask Flat-top with a grin on his face.
Kale Thursday March 24th, 2005 7:06:26 AM
backing up from the barrier, Kale says "We need to make torches. Trolls fear fire." then Kale s over to the fire and begins to light a torch.
Brahmah Thursday March 24th, 2005 8:09:29 AM
"I agree Kale, but we need bon fires too." He looks at the trolls and thinks a minute. "They might make powerful allies... assuming they aren't dangerous." He looks at Solgrin. "Prepare some flame and strike if necessary."
The minotaur approaches the dome, avoiding any sort of contact with it. He looks to the trolls. "Do you speak common?" He askes slowly. "Are you friend or foe?" Brahmah knows full well that the trolls will do what they can to get free and say what the Chosen want to hear.
Zeoll d20+8=11 d20+3=18 d20+21=28 Thursday March 24th, 2005 7:35:48 PM
Zeoll recognizes the mushrooms and is careful not to step on one. He does get close enough to call out to a Troll, "Hey, frriend trroll! Let's talk! You cannot get in, so you might as well chat!"
[Diplomacy check 28]
[OOC: Are we in the shroom circle or are the trolls? Sorry I'm confused!]
(Kanchana OOC) Thursday March 24th, 2005 8:26:07 PM
((Cayzle, I got the impression that the Chosen were inside the circle and the trolls were outside trying to get in to attack us. The spot check highlight indicates that the Chosens' campsite is inside the fae circle.))
You are correct. --Your everlovin', but quietly observing, "DM in training" Kup (Jim, hope I'm not messing something up by saying that! : )
Enraged Trolls. (DM Jim) Thursday March 24th, 2005 11:34:47 PM
The trolls for that is what they are, though a lot larger, throw themselves again and again at the field that protects the camp. This goes on for at least thrity to fifty minutes before they finally give up and take off at a great lope to the south. There had been no attempt by the trolls to speak to you and you get the impression that they were on a hunt for food. The fires did not seem to disuade them to leave either...it seemed that they knew they were safe from it for the time being.
A better inspection of the area leads to no indication of the one that did the magic that provided the circle for you. There are no footprints or other telltale signs that anykind of creature has been in the camp but the group, the elves and the dog.
Solgrin was able to put the spell into his spellbook during the night before and he has a feeling that the spell means something...a riddle perhaps that he may never solve.
Morning is fast approaching and you can see the peeking of the sun on the horizon. It seems that the excitement is over and the group hear a combined rumble of tummies.
[Morning prayers for druids and clerics lead to the following discovery from Domi and the Wold Mother...a new spell is offered.Highlight to display spoiler: {Elven Vision
Transmutation Level: Cleric 1, Druid 1, Bard 1, Sorcerer/Wizard 1, Witch 1 Components: V,S,F Casting Time: 1 standard action Range: Personal Target: You Duration: 10 min/level Saving Throw: Will negates (harmless) Spell Resistance: Yes
The spell grants the spellcaster elven sight. The caster gains low light vision. In addition, he receives a +2 bonus to Spot and Search, and can automatically check for secret doors when he passes within 5 feet of one. These bonuses are similar to the elven ability and does not stack with natural elven sight.}
[Anyone that turned in an updated character sheet should consider it approved at this time.]
Flat-top Friday March 25th, 2005 5:14:25 AM
Flat-top watches the going on with the Trolls, and when they leave the area. Flat-top utters "Did you see that? It look like they never seen us? Just as if we did not exists! Wow!" (to Kanchana) "Kitten do you have an extra apple I'm getting hungry!"
Flat-top wonders if he should step outside the circle of mushroom to gather Breackfast?
Paw'caw(ceil Friday March 25th, 2005 5:19:51 AM
Since the dawn is breacking, Paw'caw stirs in the tree top. looking down she sopts her master standing there. So she'll ruffel her feathers, then glides to land on his shoulder.
Managram(ceil) Friday March 25th, 2005 5:22:21 AM
Managram stirs from his dreams of three jointed Bones. If you look closely you just might see a doggie smile on that dog??
Roz(ceil) Friday March 25th, 2005 5:27:11 AM
Is still curled around her master's neck, but he move around so much that she fells disturbed. "You are restless tonight! you move too much! what's a matter cannot sleep on your hoves?" she mentaly tells him.
Elder(ceil) Friday March 25th, 2005 5:33:29 AM
Elder is sleeping in his cozy pouch, but the pains of hunger are starting to get to him. He pokes his head out of the opening of the pouch "Cheek! EEks yum yum?" Meaning "Mommie! Me hungry, got food?"
Croc(ceil) Friday March 25th, 2005 5:41:48 AM
Croc temper is none too sweet, he was awaken it was still dark and now he's been up for hours. NO Food! So he will butt Zeoll for some yellow soft meat.
Kanchana Friday March 25th, 2005 5:49:48 AM
((James, Kup, Kanchana's updated CS is actually ready to be turned in for approval, but I am holding off for after the hamlett scenario. James of course knows why.)) ;)
Kanchana is relieved that the trolls decided to leave instead of waiting. As usual at sunrise she prays to Mother Wold and to Father Tomi. It seems at this time they see fit to explain and teach her the same spell that Solgrin learned from the leaf. Kanchana is astonished! On que everyones' stomachs rumble in chorus, and Flat-top asks if she has an apple for him.
"I think so. Let me look."
Kanchana checks her haversack, and if there are still any apples left she gives two to Flat-top.
"They were attacking thin air. I think they knew something was here for sure. Still we were lucky and I'd say that we had best start moving on early today in case the trolls decide to come back."
Kanchana is of course already ready to leave the campsite. They can eat on the road if no one needs to cook any food.
Kanchana asks Flat-top, "did you see anyone last night that looked like they made that fae circle? The Elves didn't do it and none of us know how either as far as I know."
Kale d20+7=16 Friday March 25th, 2005 7:08:17 AM
in the morning, Kale goes beyond the barrier and looks where the trolls were. searching for footprints(search of 16), Kale follows them for about 50 yards, then comes back, looking to see if the footprints are going the same direction that the group is traveling.
Brahmah Friday March 25th, 2005 7:38:39 AM
"That was odd." He says, referring to the trolls. "What was that shield they were hitting?" He asks the arcanists in the group.
Solgrin Friday March 25th, 2005 2:13:57 PM
When the trolls finaly leave Solgrin looks around then asks Kanchana "Have you ever seen a circle like what is around us before? I have not seen on like it, only arcane protection circles. I wonder if it is simular to that."
Solgrin will tell Brahmah "I have not seen a circle like this before it is more nature than arcane as far as I can tell."
Kanchana (reponse to Brahmah & Solgrin) Friday March 25th, 2005 3:34:00 PM
"I have never seen a fae circle before now, but I have heard of them."
Kanchana stoops down and inspects a mushroom closer.
"I hadn't really realized that these circles had such an immense protective ability. Sometimes they can be used to mask things within them though."
Flat-top (sceond Post to Kanchana) Friday March 25th, 2005 4:16:08 PM
"I have seen circles like these before, But never any Faes doing it. Come to think of it we were the pranks of some faes when we solved the Mystery of the Purple wine drinker. back at Centaur Island! We heard them laughing, but never seen any." relates Flat-top.
OCC: I hope uou got Flat-tops CS.
Zeoll d20+10=25 2d4(1+4)=5 Friday March 25th, 2005 7:41:56 PM
"I rrememberr those fae!" Zeoll tells Flat-top. "Therre was a little crricket-taurr, if I rrememberr correctly! A Grrig"
In the morning, Zeoll is amazed at the new spell he can prepare! He prepares two of them, in fact! He also prepares a Goodberry spell.
He picks some wild berries, then he stands in the center of the mushroom circle. He casts the new "Elf Vision" spell and then casts Goodberry!
He looks around with his Elf sight, especially at the berries and the mushrooms, wondering if anything will look different. [Spot 25]
He also counts how many berries are Good [I rolled 5].
Toros - Elves & Eggs Friday March 25th, 2005 8:20:17 PM
Feeling relief that the Trolls have left Toros finds a quiet corner for meditation to release the tension for a tough night.
While meditating he has a feeling that the common vision he had together with the Elves last day is coming back in some sort. Indeed, the Elven Vision returns to Toros's consciousness, this time without leaving any more. Toros realizes that he has learnt something that will not disappear from his mind for a long time. Enjoying this merry magical moment he quickly takes a handy note of what has just entered in his memory.
Then with regard to what he has just come to know he spells out the magical words, focusing on Domi's holy symbol. His hands need some more practice, however a beginner's luck helps him to cast "Elven Vision" on himself at his first try.
Suddenly his eyes become sharper, noticing a couple of beautifully colored Eggs very-well hidden around the little blue mushrooms with red spots.
There could not be a better start to a new day for a new level barbarian/bard/cleric wemic! Jumping on air and swinging he does a small dance performance with his hastened leggs.
"I should have had this speed and agility, when I was performing on the stage in my previous times. Thanks Solgrin!"
Then Toros goes near Kanchana and offers one of the Easter Eggs to the Wemic Druid, asking her to choose which one she likes most. Noticing that Flat-top is observing them, he also gives a big smile and the other egg to Flat-top.
Meanwhile Toros hears Brahmah's asking for information about the magical mushrooms. He gives a brief summary of the story he knows about this magic, although he does not have much to say about the arcana dynamics related with it.
He turns to Bell-Mort-Laia to ask whether they may have any idea of who could be the conjurer of the protective mushroom ring.
Finally, he will offer to cast "Elven Vision" on the large Dog if she/he/she also wants to feel more intimately how it is like to be an Elf, having just experienced the honor of feeling special as a Cat.
All this action for the morning is too much for Toros and the Lion-Taur also recalls to appreciate how it is to be feeling hungry like a Dog!
OOC Happy Easter to Everyone!
Toros - addendum Friday March 25th, 2005 8:29:19 PM
And it will not take long Toros to realize that the haste in his leggs is just a naive illusion of his mind, which quickly expires with the filling up of his tummy tank or tank tummy.
Kanchana d20+5=13 Saturday March 26th, 2005 3:44:31 AM
Kanchana will take whichever easteregg has the most green dye on it. She will thank Toros for the easteregg gift. "Thank you Toros. Is there an egg for everyone?" Kanchana glances around near the mushroom ring to see if there are any eastereggs that Toros missed (spot 13). Depending on how well hidden the eggs are she might just miss seeing them! Kanchana doesn't add the new spell to her allotment of spells today, but she has thanked both Mother Wold and Father Tomi for teaching her the spell.
Gecktar Saturday March 26th, 2005 1:30:21 PM
When praying in the morning, Gecktar feels more powes opened to him. He realizes that Domi gave him more help to continue on his quest. This is how things go. With the renewed feeling of the confidence of his god, gecktar prepare his spells and help for the breakfast.
"I think these troll where here for food. And I hope that they found something. Else we will encounter them one more time. Maybe not during the day but next night. We must stay alert."
"Now, I have another duty for the Chosen. I must know all those who where wounded by the ill dire wolves. I can cure the disease if any of you is in need. The incubation period is long and the effects will be not felt since it's too late."
"So every Chosen who were wounded have to be healed in some way"
OOC : Spells in memory 0: Read Magic, Create Water, Detect Magic, Light, Purify Food and Drink 1: Divine Favor, Sanctuary(d), Protection from Evil, Shield of Faith, Remove Fear 2: Bull's Strength, Silence, Hold Person, Spiritual Weapon (d) 3: Prayer, Remove disease, Protection from Energy (d)
Moving Along and Finer Things. (DM Jim) Sunday March 27th, 2005 12:32:24 AM
Flat-top inquires about some of those apples so that he can cure the hole in his tummy. He also wonders about the circle and its powers. Flat-top does remember one of thier past adventures that involved fae but is not how close that would be to this or how relevant.
Kanchana is surprised to find the new spell that is open to her and digs through her pack to find an apple for Flat-top. She suggests moving out as she knows that a trolls' sense of smell is extremely keen and they maybe still close by. Kanchana is able to tell the group a little about fae circles but not much since even she is not too familiar with them.
Kale easily can follow the tracks of the trolls as they wander off to the south. He finds that the continue to keep going that way, but he does find a large pool of blood also. It would appear that something was killed in that area and the blood is fresh.
Brahmah ponders the shielding powers of the circle and then inquires with the arcane casters about the abilities of the fae circle.
Solgrin asks Kanchana about the circle as it is more of a nature thing than an arcane one. He has seen magic circles before that did many things but this was not like any of those he had used before.
Zeoll laughs as he remembers the adventure that Flat-top is talking about. He comes up with the name grigg and describes it as a cricket-taur of sorts. He casts an elf vision spell upon himself to see what it will reveal inside the cricle or what other effects it might have for him. He also finds that five of his berries are magical in qualities after he casts his other spell.
Toros looks around himself and then casts an elf vision spell upon himself. He feels euphoric as he dances around for a few minutes before bending over to find a pair of eggs hidden by a mushroom. He offers one egg to Kanchana and the other to Flat-top if he wants it. An offer is made to the dog about the use of the elf vision spell.
Gecktar is quick to go through his morning prayers like some of the others. He then gives his opinion on the trolls as he hears his tummy rumble again. Still he offers to give healing to those hurt in the earlier fight with the rabied dire wolves.
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The elves move out of the camp in seperate directions and do a little scouting as well, though they do not go south as Kale has already gone that way. About ten minutes later they are back with news that they have seen nothing in the distance in any direction. It appears that the way is safe for the moment anyways.
Bell-Mort-Laia shakes they heads as the spell is offered and smiles. "No thank you...we are fine with our own vision." They do seem to be a little interested though as you can hear it in their voices. "Maybe at another time and when we have less riding on the situation." It seems that they are worried about getting to the hamlett safely and without trouble.
Kanchana finds another set of eggs hidden by a different mushroom and then another set. When she is finally done their are actually an egg for each of the Chosen she notices. The mushrooms seem to be nothing special except for thier coloration is odd.
Zeoll and Toros for a second feels the memories and feelings instilled during the dream come flooding back as they finish thier elf vision spell. You even seem to have a review of the dream run through your head, though it makes no more sense than before. When it is over you feel a slightly closer bond with nature for the duration of the spell. It is as if you are part of it for some reason.
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Have gotten character sheets from some of you. But only really need from those that made a new level with the past experience that I gave out. Everyone else can wait till the end of this module. No reason for extra work.
Fla-top Sunday March 27th, 2005 6:37:26 AM
Flat-top takes the egg from Solgrim, "Thank you." Turns it into his hands, wondering what kind of chicken laid this kind of colored egg??
Kanchana Sunday March 27th, 2005 12:58:39 PM
After Kanchana has found all the eastereggs she gives one to each person. She presumes that this ritual is pretty much the same as the midwinter feast festival and the strange green-clad tiny man's coin giving "ceremony".
After everyone has an egg each she will tap on her green dyed egg and listen to hear if it sounds like a normal egg or if it is "empty" sounding (hollow?). She will not shake the egg because she doen't want to break it.
Solgrin Sunday March 27th, 2005 12:59:10 PM
Solgrin looks aound ready to head off to the village that the Chosen were heading to.
Solgrin will examine the egg that Kanchana gives him.
Toros Monday March 28th, 2005 6:41:31 AM
Once more Toros is astonished with becoming one with nature and part of the elven dream. He smiles to Zeoll, noticing that he also experiences similar consequences with the casting of "Elven Vision".
Toros is also very happy that Kanchana is able to find one colorful egg for everyone.
Then he realizes the worries of Bell-Mort-Laia and others to safely and swiftly arrive the hamlett and quickly gets ready for setting off.
OOC: I am getting a bit busy finally, after two-month relaxation. Please excuse, if there would be any, low quality and quantity of my posts for the folllowing week.
Kale Monday March 28th, 2005 6:54:47 AM
Kale pockets the green egg, not realy giving it a second thought. he's more worried about trolls.
Brahmah d20+8=18 d20+8=16 d20+8=19 Monday March 28th, 2005 10:01:48 AM
Not being naturally adept at looking at mushrooms, navigation and survival is his style, Brahmah has other concerns.
Looking around and very uncomfortable with the silence, he draws his Falchion. Looking around at ground level, then at the sky for weather signs, he says, "We should not linger. The trolls may return. Collect sample if you like, but we must be off." (geography 18, survival 16, spot 19)
He collects whichever egg that isn't humming, buzzing or likely to explode (he could care less about the color). He looks at is and just shakes his head. "Strange things."
Adm Ceil Laplante Monday March 28th, 2005 11:26:11 AM
Dear Play-mates:
For another week I cannot send the Sheriff's report to all of you. So I think this is the only way to get to you wongerful Players.
Dearest Sheriff Al
The report from the Chosen of Domi. A WOW SCOAR.
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Game#7 The Chosen of Domi Week of March 21, 2005
DM James Webber Adm Ceil LaPlante Missing Posts Jay B/Brahmah Sam C/Kale Gilles B.E/Gecklan Ceil L/Flat-top Laurent S/Leets Dom L'O/Solgum Eunice L'O/Kanchana Tunc M./Toros Cayzle/Zeoll
BOY! Sheriff Al This was a Easter Holiday Week-end Too.
Yours Ceil
This is ceil doing the Happy dance. ()~)(~)~()~)(~ weeeeee!! ================================
Flat-top Monday March 28th, 2005 11:34:40 AM
Flat-top not trusting the eggs because they were proteen, the centaur sniff the eggs. "these are not veggies??". Then sees tha Brahmah is walking along with the dog, he yells "Hey! wait fot me?? Is the dog a meat eater?? I have some eggs here!"
Zeoll Monday March 28th, 2005 3:54:22 PM
"Thank you, sister Kanchana," Zeoll says in wemic. He takes his egg and eats it -- raw or cooked, he likes his eggs either way! Besides, it's time for breakfast.
The liontaur agrees with Brahmah. "Come, Chosen, do let us be on ourr way!"
[OOC: No PC sheet from me because Zeoll has not gone up a level.]
The Days Go By. (DM Jim) Monday March 28th, 2005 9:23:50 PM
The group finds they have to leave and put some distance from the area that the trolls were at. The eat while on the move and talk about some of the things that they have seen so far.
The group has traveled on towards their destination for three days without any problems. No strange things have happened of late, but you have seen more occurances of threes.
It is starting to get to be noon on the fourth day when you hear the sound of thunder breaking. Suddenly you feels the beginnings of drops hitting you. It appears that a downpour may start at any moment but it is just a sprinkle right now.
[Not sure but I think the eggs are hardboiled. Not sure what Tunc had in mind when he said he found two colored eggs.]
Gecktar Tuesday March 29th, 2005 2:19:05 AM
"Thank you Kanchana for the egg ? Do you think we can eat it ? Or is this some token that must be kept ?"
Gecktar examines the egg several times during the trip but find nothing strange. So he will eat it on his next meal except if Kanchana states that it is not to eat.
During the next day Gecktar worries about the trolls that may come back, so he keeps all his senses in alert. When the weather begin to worsen he says : "I don't mind sleeping outdoor but I feel better when I'm dry. Maybe could we try to find a shelter for the night ?"
Brahmah d20+8=17 d20+8=14 Tuesday March 29th, 2005 4:37:30 AM
"Damn. I just knew rain was coming, but this came on fast!" He looks at the sky. "Yup, shelter would be good, Gecktar." The ranger looks around for a nearby clump of trees or stones that the Chosen maybe able to use for shelter. (survival 17, geography 14)
Toros d20=19 Tuesday March 29th, 2005 6:03:17 AM
[eggs were tailored for each character's imagination. Treat them however you like.]
Toros tries to help Brahmah for his search for shelter. (help check, 19)
Flat-top Tuesday March 29th, 2005 6:12:35 AM
Flat-top puts his hand out to feel the few drops of rain, he goes into his saddle bag, taking out Old Kular's Cape and put it on. (this cape will cover him from head to the back rump of his body. "Yup! It's going to pour in a few minutes!"
Kale Tuesday March 29th, 2005 7:01:14 AM
Kale simply shifts his hat a bit to keep the rain out of his eyes, then continues moving.
Kanchana Tuesday March 29th, 2005 9:53:14 AM
Kanchana pockets the egg, she will eat it for her next breakfast she supposes. She doesn't mind the rain at all, but pulls up the hood of her cloak anyway. As she walks just off of the road she quietly praises Mother Wold for sending the rain to refresh the earth.
Solgrin Tuesday March 29th, 2005 6:52:13 PM
Solgrin pulls the hood to his cloak up over his fead and continues on with the others.
Zeoll d20+5=14 d20+5=19 Tuesday March 29th, 2005 7:36:20 PM
Over the three days, Zeoll wonders when the group will get to the hamlet. He questions their elf guides. Where is this place? Is it in the Culverwood? He has heard that elves live there.
As the days pass, Zeoll keeps his eyes open. Are we on a road? A path? Wilderness? Are there farms nearby? herds? wild animals? Have we seen any other people?
On the day that rain threatens, Zeoll does not mind. He just puts on his big floppy hat to keep the rain out of his eyes. Or does this rain seem special in any way? [Untrained Know(Nature) 14, Untrained Survival 19]
Strange Rain. (DM Jim) Tuesday March 29th, 2005 9:06:51 PM
The path you are on has started to grow a little wet as you stand and get ready for the downpour that is expected. There is very little wind to speak of and you see several large boulders that are clustered together nearby.
Then it hits with a fury. Rain slams into the group from all the directions but from the sky and ground. It is strange but the rain is traveling horizontally towards you propelled with some force. Everyone notices that little crystals seem to be mixed in with the rain as you are pelted and stung by them striking your skin.
A mad dash insues as the group makes it for the boulders and cover from the stinging crystals. You find that you are still getting pelted from one direction unless you can find better shelter.
You have been protected for some time when Belle-Mort-Laia suddenly lets out a triple howl that sends your skin crawling and shivers up you spine. Without another word the dog suddenly falls over where they had been standing.
[You have seen no other signs of people in all the past three days. You are on more of a path that winds along to the east and away from the direction of the Culverwoods. No signs of houses of anykind or domestic farm animals to be seen.]
[You will most likely reach the hamlett with my tomorrow post. That would be an estimate for anyone of the group that is thinking over the travel time that was given and how long you have been on the road.]
Toros d8=3 Tuesday March 29th, 2005 11:03:36 PM
Seeing the Dog has fallen, Toros will run towards it and channel some of his healing energy into its body(spontenaous casting of CLW spell, healing 5 pts).
He will check the dog's health situation, wondering what has happened to it. The rain has not been that much troublesome for the Chosen and Elves.
Gecktar Wednesday March 30th, 2005 2:00:30 AM
Gecktar draws his shield from his back and tries to protect himself and whomever is close to him.
For an instant he was thinking that the boulders were sufficient to provide them some cover againt the strange rain, but he look around as he was manifestly wrong.
After the cerberus falling, Gecktar sees Toros giving some healing to the hound. He then inquire him :"Torros ! what's happening to it ?"
Waiting for the answer, Gecktar looks around and chant a prayer that reveal magical things and looks around to see if there is a focus to this strange rain.
(OOC cast Detect Magic) (OOC 2 nobody for a cure of the rabied wolves ?)
Kale d20+11=30 Wednesday March 30th, 2005 7:09:54 AM
seeing the strange dog fall, Kale says "Examine him for wounds? He might of been hit by an arrow or something." then Kale scans the area, looking for snipers(spot check of 30)
Brahmah d20+7=12 d20+10=24 d20+4=11 d20=2 d20+2=5 Wednesday March 30th, 2005 8:14:04 AM
The ranger mulls over the crystal rain, wondering what sort of magic is it or is it simply freezing rain? Had he experienced anything of that nature aboard ship? (nature 12, survival vs hazard 24, profession sailor 11, Int 2, Wis 5, ick!)
Seeing the 'dog' fall, the ranger asks, "Is it, he... they dead? Is it poison? Or some sort of magic?"
He continues, "We are close to the Culverwood and have seen nothing of farms and orchards like would should have been seeing. No signs of much in the last THREE days! This is getting tiresome." He unsheathes both weapons, as the Chosen MAY get ambushed, again. "The Culverwood... isn't that where the folks called the Falcons or the Talons live?"
Flat-top Wednesday March 30th, 2005 1:59:47 PM
Flat-top takes his shield out and Hold it over his head, "I have room under this cloak for two more! Captain! I don't know about Falcons or Talons. But if your going to run for Cloverwood, then let's go now!".
Flat-top will follow the Captain one way or another!
Solgrin Wednesday March 30th, 2005 3:42:02 PM
"Brahmah, lets try to make it to the village we are heading to. If neccasary let us make a litter to transport the dog." Solgrin suggests.
Solgrin pulls his cloak abit to try and cover as much of himself as possible.
Kanchana (Cure Disease for Ilder, please Gecktar) d20+5=8 d20+12=16 Wednesday March 30th, 2005 6:02:41 PM
Kanchana goes to Gecktar. "Gecktar would you please cure Ilder of the foaming sickness [rabies]. I am certain that he must have caught it from the corrupted, sick wolves. I am fine, and have no signs of catching the foaming sickness."
Kanchana holds Ilder; cradling him against her under part of her cloak as she waits for Gecktar to cure Ilder of the foaming sickness.
Kanchana doesn't quite know what to make of the very odd weather (Knowl Nature 16). She searches for a better shelter, but sees nothing! (Spot 8!) She shrugs and will just have to endure the plague of bad weather. Kanchana wraps her cloak tighter about herself.
(Kanchana made her fort saves against infection. No fort roll was made for Ilder, so he is considered to have missed due to lack of fort save roll.)
((OOC: Everyone please check your email. I have compiled an overview over attacks and damage + fort saves rolled (or not rolled!) for every round of that combat against the wolves.))
Zeoll Wednesday March 30th, 2005 7:30:01 PM
Zeoll helps out with the three-headed dog. Together they should be able to move it. It isn't dead, is it?
He fingers a still-slightly-sore bite. "Yes, Good Gecktarr, thank you. I could use that curre. I think Crroc is okay."
"Let's get to the village."
A Big Problem. (DM Jim) Wednesday March 30th, 2005 9:42:07 PM
As suddenly as the rain started it stops, leaving behind the little crystals on the ground. They kind of remind you of ice but they have not started to melt. Scanning the area reveals nothing magical or any hidden enemies of anykind to those looking. The freak storm is also an unknown and noone has heard of this type of thing happening.
As the some of the group start to work upon the cerberus they find that he is still very much alive. It appears that he has passes out or something of that sort. Within a few minutes he is up and looking around, but they seem to have a sad look upon thier canine faces. "He is dead...we are sure of it...we could feel the spark leaving." They howl again in pain as the seem to be suffering a great loss.
Some healing for the disease that some of the group may have is passed out. The rest of the group is preparing to leave with the weather in a different state of cooperation.
Belle-Mort-Laia takes off at a fair run as they are determined to get to the hamlett in all haste. If questioned as to why the hurry, they will answer that their master is dead.
You have traveled trough another day and it is fast reaching two hours after noon. In the distance you see what appears to be a wall of trees. As you get within two hundred yards you notice that it is a wall but formed of maybe four large trees, shaped into a wall and only ten feet tall. It may still be in construction but you can see one large central tree. The cerberus starts to get a little hesitant as you near the wall, as if they are afraid of what they are to find. "We feel fear...we have never felt this before." They stop as you near to about 50 yeards and watch the opening in the wall that four guards mill around at, they have obviously spotted the group but seem unworried.
[Kup - I now pass the torch onto you. :)]
Gecktar Thursday March 31st, 2005 2:02:21 AM
Gecktar lay his two large hands over the small Ilder and call for the power of Domi. Light surround his hands and then flows into Ilder healing all diseases that it might have.
He then come close to Zeoll. "My friend I will take care of you tomorrow, Kanchana asked first for Ilder. I do not have the prayer available many times. But I will not forget you. One day more or less is not that bad."
When the cerberus come back to consciousness and tell them that he is dead, Gecktar is now certain that they must hurry to the hamlett.
When they come to few yards of the walls of the hamlett, and seeing the cerberus afraid, he prepares himself to react to a threat.
Brahmah Thursday March 31st, 2005 6:15:05 AM
Brahmah is stunned at the news the master is dead, but what or who killed him?
He reaches the hamlett and watches the dog slow down, he raises his weapons and looks around.
Toros Thursday March 31st, 2005 6:57:04 AM
Toros feels the sorrow of Belle-Mort-Laia deep in his soul, realizing that his bond with the dog is much intimate than he has expected.
He walks and talks together with Gecktar the last part of their journey. He does not need any treatment of the Cleric, as he was not biten by any diseased dire wolf.
"Four trees and four guards, For sure this is a different place than that of trees. But, it is very strange. I feel fear that I have never felt before." Toros shares his feelings with his friend, when they come close to the walls of Hamlett. He also can easily feel the hesitation of cerberus and looks at it with worried eyes.
OOC 1: Kanchana thank you very much for your work.
OOC 2: Kup, I knew it! It was you to put the eggs and mushrooms around the campsite! =)
Well Come among the Chosen of Domi! If also Toros or I can be of some help, please do not hesitate to ask.
OOC 3: Toros has some new items to play with. He can "enlarge" three Taurs to become HUGE with his new (courage) tattoo. He also has brand new a buckler, scimitar and a composite shortbow (+5 strength), a couple of tanglefood bags and mage armor potions. Please feel free to suggest any ideas for the use of them.
Flat-top d20+7=27 d20+6=23 Thursday March 31st, 2005 7:39:48 AM
Flat-top by this time has put away the cloak, he'll follow the Captain with weapon in hand. He's listening (27) and trying his best to spot (23) any kind of trouble.
Zeoll Thursday March 31st, 2005 1:33:33 PM
Zeoll thanks Gecktar and says tomorrow is just fine.
He is sad to understand what causes the strange dog to be so distraught. He follows along quickly.
When he sees the guards, Zeoll calls out in welcome.
Kanchana d20+3=10 d20+12=32 d20+5=23 d20+7=17 d20+5=9 Thursday March 31st, 2005 4:54:18 PM
"Thank you for curing Ilder Gecktar."
Kanchana lets Ilder go back to his "nest" to get some more sleep. She stoops down and picks up several of the crystals to study them. She looks to see if they are natural or magical in nature.
(Appraise 10, Knowl. Nature 32 (nat 20), Spot 23, Spellcraft 17. I decided to roll what I thought might be relevant to her study of the crystaline "rain".))
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When the Chosen and their guide get within sight of the tree-wall Kanchana stops to admire the unusual structure. The four guards she will observe briefly but they don't interest her near as much as the living (?) wall does. She doesn't really get much of a good look at the guards at any rate! (Spot 9)
"They haven't hailed us yet. I guess they aren't concerned about a group of Taurs are they? I could ask them to meet with the pride's Warden, maybe then we can gain more insight into why we needed to come here?" Kanchana mentions to the others; without addressing any specific people.
DM Kup comment: an earlier post had the cerberus stop 150' from the "wall." I'm taking it that the group is all still at that distance, unless indicated otherwise.
Solgrin d20+4=17 Thursday March 31st, 2005 5:35:20 PM
Moving along with the other Chosen, Solgrin takes and collects some of the crystals from the rain for examination at a later time.
When the Chosen stop Solgrin will look around.
***** spot 17 *****
Howl of the Taur!
The fort hamlet (DM-IT Kup) Thursday March 31st, 2005 9:26:37 PM
(A little backposting)
The weather having cleared just as rapidly and inexplicably as it had come and the cerberus having been tended to, the Chosen made good time in their travels once more. The road that the Chosen had traveled for the day had taken them farther and farther from civilized lands. Farmlands and pastures had long since given way to wild, untamed hills and copses. The land here rolled slightly, and the rocky hills were strewn with the irregular forms of limestone and granite stones and boulders. At times, the path the group followed narrowed to little more than a gametrail through the hills. The liontaurs and centaurs, gifted with four legs, handled the rolling terrain with greater ease than their bipedal minotaur companions, but even so all of the companions managed the changes in elevation without much strain. A squirrel, a bird, a darting snake, the occasional glimpse of an eagle or griffon, far off in the distance: these were the Chosen's only companions during their travel.
This land was at once sun-kissed and sunburnt, a reminder of both the blessing and the warnings of the Mother Wold. Here and there, a cracked foundation stone or ancient pillar were all that remained to recall some settlement, lost long ago in the Breaking of the Wold. The hills tended to yellows, browns, and golds--matching the liontaurs' coats, perhaps, but issuing a mute challenge to the green life that stubbornly clung to them. All in all, it was a far cry from the volcanic rock, wide grasslands, and verdant forests of the Chosen's home islands.
As the hills deepened, so too did the woods that populated them. Stiff, arid pines and stunted, gnarled oaks found purchase in the poor, acidic soils here, forming forests that, while not lush, were rich and varied in their textures nonetheless. The air, dry and whistling faintly through the conifers with the coolness of early spring, carried the scent of pine needles and early spring flowers. The keen noses of the Chosen could just barely scent the faintest hint of sea salt from the waters that lay in the far distance.
Kanchana and Zeoll could not help but feel the pulse and rhythm of the live woods around them, although many of the others--Kale and Brahmah, most notably--shared some echo of this feeling. This was wild power--Mother Wold's power ... and, perhaps, something more? It was difficult for Kanchana or Zeoll to lay a claw on it, but there seemed to be an undercurrent beneath the hum of the living wood. Was it one thread, two, more? The earth-lovers could not tell; it vanished if ever they thought to focus on it. There was definitely a strain, however, a building tension--the druids could just barely feel it, there on the edges of earth-consciousness; like the natural Wold had begun speeding up, out of its regular pace and order. Like that crystalline rain from earlier: Kanchana felt positive that it was natural rain (it had melted away in Solgrin's hands after just a few minutes), but it was somehow strangely ... accelerated, maybe. It was hard to describe. Otherwise, this feeling wasn't anything tangible ... yet; just a presence. It was difficult to tell whether it was something localized, or something more. Regardless, there seemed to be many powers at work in these hills.
In time, the group was able to catch sight, at the tops of rises, of a cluster of tall trees far in the distance. The trees were different than those that surrounded them--tall, slender, and thick of trunk, they carried their towering canopies aloft like leafy spears. There were four clusters of such trees, all surrounding an even larger, central tree, and all seeming to form an unusual grove. The path was taking them in the direction of this grove.
The hills began to level now, and the path led downward into a slight valley. The woods became thinner, a stream ran through the valley bottom, and here and there in sunny spots, bunches of wild berries, grape arbors, seed-bearing flowers and vegetables seemed to have grown up at random from the hillsides. In their hearts, Kanchana and Zeoll felt instinctively what the others must have guessed in time; there was Mother Wold power at work here. The cluster of tall trees grew directly in the center of this valley.
As the group neared the cluster of trees, they noticed, too, a low, wooden hedge or stockade that seemed to have grown around this larger grove. The path led toward the wooden hedge, and coming closer to it, it became clear to the group that it was a proper stockade, made of growing, living trees! Astonishingly, it stretched for dozen of yards in both directions until it was lost behind dips and curves, seeming to flow naturally along the valley floor, and yet clearly quite uniform in height at about ten feet tall.
And it was solid. Trunk touched trunk, and branch laced with branch, all along its length. There was but one visible passage through this barrier, and it was a large wooden gate, seemingly guarded in lackadaisical manner by four oddly dressed humanoids holding spears. The guards seemed occupied among themselves. The path led to this gate. Beyond the stockade lay the grove of tall, stout trees, which, at this distance, clearly displayed thick, red bark around their sizable circumferences.
The Chosen's three-headed guide came to a halt roughly fifty yards outside the wooden wall, its tongues lolling and breath panting in the mid-day sun. Eyes wide and wild with fear, the cerberus Bell-Mort-Laia would approach no closer, although this clearly was its intended destination. Gecktar's fighter's instincts warned him of danger, and he tensed. Brahmah, too, proceeded with caution; he raised his weapons and eyed the area carefully. Flat-top followed suit--his weapons ready, he watched his leader Brahmah peripherally for cues while his keen ears and eyes looked for trouble. Toros watched the cerberus carefully and with concern. Zeoll, by contrast, was less concerned. He shouted a greeting to the humans guarding the gate, just as Kanchana was commenting on how nonchalant they appeared at the group's approach.
(New posting)
The guards snapped to attention at the sound of Zeoll's voice. They turned to one another and exchanged words. What was said could not be determined at this distance, not even by the keen-eared Flat-top; but their reaction was plain enough. All four gripped their spears with both hands and retreated inside the gate, promptly drawing it shut behind them. After another moment, the group saw one of the guard's heads re-emerge from above the stockade wall. In another moment, the other three appeared as well, each at a dip in the natural wood of the stockade that formed effective crenellation. They all held their spears at the ready.
"Who goes there?" demanded the guard whose head had first appeared at the top of the stockade. It was difficult to tell at this distance, but all of the guards were wearing oddly-shaped helmets. Spot check 25: Highlight to display spoiler: {The helmets appeared to be shaped from massive acorns.}
Gecktar Friday April 1st, 2005 2:24:28 AM
Gecktar makes a step or two to approch the entrance.
"My name is Gecktar Cadeqa ! My companions and I have made a long trip and we are willing to have some rest. We're calling for hospitality in your hamlett."
Saying that Gecktar raises his hands in a sign of peace.
Brahmah Friday April 1st, 2005 5:26:15 AM
The minotaur looks over to Gecktar and shakes his head. He then looks to the dog for confirmation. He whispers, "Should they be here? Is the gate usually guarded like this? It seems like a remote place for guards to be on duty at this time of day?"
Still whispering, "Chosen, I suggest we do not tell them who we are until it is clear whether they are hostile." He looks at Gecktar specifically. "Our canine friend isn't comfortable with this situation, and neither am I."
Flat-top d20+3=21 Friday April 1st, 2005 6:57:09 AM
Flat-top tell Brahmah, "Comfortable! I'm so uneasy that I have Gooseburry bumps on my hide. It's your call, Captain."
Toros Friday April 1st, 2005 7:58:32 AM
Toros...
... feels fear and sorrow he has never experienced, ... learns the love for a master he has never known, ... realizes Taur can howl he has never been aware!
...That elven dream and then that elven vision made us common?!? The dead of the beloved master rebuilds a shared bond with a pesky Lion-Taur? Or it is just the temporal and spatial emotions that that pesky Taur creates by himself?!?
The best way to understand is ask... what and how he wants, or does not want, to hear...
...
No utterances, just thinking!
...If reply comes..!.. Then he will see...
Highlight to display spoiler: {"Cerberus? ... Do you feel what I feel? ... I can feel your emotions... Can you... }
Toros cannot find the right words... Can think nothing else. Can sense nothing else.
In fact, A chilling surprise supresses all other emotions, his or others'. Cold sweat drops freezes all his body, mind and soul.
Kanchana Friday April 1st, 2005 10:58:04 AM
Kanchana didn't find the guards non-chalant, she found them to be unconcerned about the Chosen at first sight. However they quickly reacted to the Taurs the way she half expected. Kanchana looks at the drawn weapons abounding among the group. "No wonder they got scared... 'I come in peace, hack and slay!'" Kanchana thinks to herself.
The Warden frowns slightly and glances around her and at the fort guards.
"They might not have reacted with fear and distrust if "we" had appraoched without weapons drawn," she comments. [note comments are based on the last DM post where it says that several fighters among the Chosen have their weapons drawn.] DM-IT Kup comment: that seems right. At least, I read the players' posts that way, and therefore crafted my summary accordingly. If that's not right, let us know! : )
Zeoll d20+8=22 Friday April 1st, 2005 2:33:29 PM
Zeoll does not spot anything out of the ordinary (Spot 22). He had not drawn his sword. He sees the people draw back and he wonders if al is well. He watches to see what the three-headed dog does.
He shouts out, "Hey! Hello! We werre sent herre by Domi and elf frriends of this place! I am Zeoll, Chosen of Domi!"
Solgrin d20+4=6 Friday April 1st, 2005 4:13:38 PM
With no weapons readied Solgrin looks to those that have their weapons out thinking to himself and Rozca 'it could have gone so much more friendly if weapons had not been drawn'
Solgrin will move over by Kanchana and watch what happens.
**** spot 6 ****
Signals and noise (DM-IT Kup) Friday April 1st, 2005 4:28:03 PM DM-IT Kup: posting a bit on the early side on Fridays, because I turn into a pumpkin at sunset.
Gecktar stepped forward toward the gate, but only slightly; even with his long taur strides, he was still several dozen yards from the gate (145'). He raised his hands in a sign of peace. "My name is Gecktar Cadeqa ! My companions and I have made a long trip and we are willing to have some rest. We're calling for hospitality in your hamlet."
(DM-IT Kup: after all that fuss I made about roleplaying in my intro e-mail, now I'm going to ask for die rolls!? But, Gecktar (and Zeoll), as you continue this conversation, if it comes to the point in your mind that the PCs are attempting to sway the guards (not that I'm recommending one way or the other), please feel free to make a Diplomacy or other roll you think appropriate (Bluff, Aid Another, etc.).
In my view, effective IC roleplaying can trump a die roll, and you can earn modifiers on the roll for roleplaying regardless--so don't take the roll as a substitute for your own writing!--but at a minimum, for an action where there is a rules-specified skill or the like, a die roll can provide some context. If you don't perceive yourself as using a skill--for example, rather than affirmatively trying to persuade the guards of something, you're just making conversation, or expect to obtain your goal by logic rather than diplomacy, etc.--then don't bother with the roll.
You all are more experienced at this than I am, and so I'm not trying to "teach my grandmother to suck eggs." It's just that I don't want to be understood, by my expressed preference for roleplay, to be discouraging skill rolls and the like where appropriate; in fact, feel free to make whatever rolls you think might apply.)
While Gecktar was speaking, Brahmah whispered to the cerberus. "Should they be here?" he asked. "Is the gate usually guarded like this? It seems like a remote place for guards to be on duty at this time of day?" Flat-top seconded his Captain's caution.
Bell-Mort-Laia seemed to be having its own problems. Bell whined and hung its head, while Mort snapped at it. "Dead, dead," whimpered Bell. "Get a grip!" growled Mort.
"Quiet, both of you!" insisted Laia fiercely. The Laia head looked at Brahmah. "Guarded, perhaps, but never closed at this time of day. The gates are usually open from sunrise to sunset, and the people of the hamlet are free to come and go. There should be workers in the fields, too," Laia added, indicating the untamed growth through which they had passed--and which had been empty of people-- "As well as ... as ...." the head trailed off and began to sniffle. "I'm sorry. It's just--it's not easy for us to lose our master. It is hard to control our emotions. We feel such loss, and it is so uncertain what we should do ...." Now Laia began whimpering as well.
Toros, meanwhile, felt a surge of emotions, and concentrated his thoughts into a question. He heard no immediate response, though. (DM-IT Kup: sorry, Toros, but it's my lack of familiarity with the PCs showing ... are you just taking a stab at this, or using an ability that Toros has? If so, could you please specify? I don't want to inadvertently deprive Toros of a pre-existing ability.)
Kanchana frowned slightly and glanced around her and at the fort guards. "They might not have reacted with fear and distrust if we had appraoched without weapons drawn," she commented. Indeed, both Brahmah and Flat-top had weapons drawn, which might make parley more difficult. But neither had yet made a move to lower their weapons, perhaps awaiting more information from the cerberus. Solgrin moved over by Kanchana to watch what happened.
Zeoll added his voice to Gecktar's. He shouted, "Hey! Hello! We werre sent herre by Domi and elf frriends of this place! I am Zeoll, Chosen of Domi!"
The guards looked back and forth at one another, but took no visible action to open the gate. "Why have you come here? What do you want with this village?" came the called response. The mid-day sun still beat down on the scene, and the still, natural surroundings provided an oddly quiescent tone to what amounted to an armed stand-off.
Toros - OOC Friday April 1st, 2005 11:59:53 PM
Kup, it is not using an ability, but just role-playing what Toros attempts to do. It relies on Jerry's post in L&B on Tuesday March 22nd, 2005 9:53:18 AM:
Ok, on the Big Dream...
...
We designed this Crossover to be player driven in places. So feel free to drive. Tell your DM what YOU want to do because of the dream.
RPGs are much more fun when they are player driven.
The DM gives you options and hints and directions, but you decide which way to go and how to go about things.
So, how will your game react to the dream? What will it make you decide to do? Will this give your DM a headache when for the first time you tell him or her that you're forgetting about the dragon next valley over and going to talk to the nearby guru about the dream. :)
Not that was not a hint. I don't know if there is a guru where you are. :)
:-b
DM-IT Kup: Gotcha, thanks. : )
Kanchana d20+1=13 Saturday April 2nd, 2005 3:47:11 PM
Kanchana takes a chance. She steps forward to near where Gecktar is, but not too close to him. Of course she doesn't want to rile Brahmah by telling more than necessary so she opts to keep things short.
She calls up to the guards in Common,
"Fetch your local Warden - Druid! -. Mother Wold has called us here to help protect this place She holds so dear. Your village's Druid will know what to do."
At least Kanchana hopes that any wardens [her name for druids] in the hamlett will know of the dream. She is certain that Mother Wold sent the dream. Kanchana is also certain that a warden had something to do with the way the trees have grown to make protective walls. The wemic druidess now waits to see what happens.
(Diplomacy 13)
Flat-top Sunday April 3rd, 2005 7:23:47 AM
Flat-top is taken back by what His Sweet Heart said. He turn to Leets telling him, "Now! Why did I not think of that?"
Toros d20=5 Monday April 4th, 2005 1:21:20 AM
Highlight to display spoiler: {Mort?.. Bell?.. Laia? }
So far, Toros seems not to be heard or hear anything.
Well then... Nothing to worry. But, how should I be feeling now? Relief, anger, disappointment, silly..?
Looking for a better place to direct his attention Toros's mind finally get the chance to concentrate on the ongoing conversation between the Chosen and Hamlett Guards.
Although Toros is totally unprepared, he wants to join the talk by a convincing argument, probably starting with an expression something like:
"...But... We saw you in our dream..."
Fortunately. before Toros speaks his words out Kanchana takes the lead and makes some good comments, which helps Toros to make up his own mind to support the Warden in her attempt to affect the guards.
He draws his large weapon (!) , looks for a piece of white cloth and ties it to the upper end of the weapon. Originally white, the piece he has been able to find and tie looks a bit yellowish because of overuse.
Toros then starts swinging the cloth-tied weapon to the walls of Hamlett as a sign of piece.
(Aid Another for the Diplomacy skill check: d20, 5. Toros has +5 for Diplomacy Skill. Can these be added to the Aid Another check, resulting in with 10?) DM-IT Kup: IMHO, no. Aid Another is a DC 10, which is "cheap" enough for a +2. But, then, there is always the possibility a "roleplay" mod on any roll...
While swinging his peace sign Toros again turns into his own thoughts, asking one more time to the Cerberus:
Highlight to display spoiler: {Laila, Laila, can you hear me?}
Gecktar d20+9=20 Monday April 4th, 2005 3:22:02 AM
Gecktar looks at Kanchana and then Toros that are making efforts to make the guards understand that they come in peace.
He then says "Should we try to come close ? They seem civilised and will certainly fire at our feet first before engaging the hostilities."
Coming close to the guarded entrace, making signs to Toros and Kanchana to join him he says : "Maybe could we discuss of the reasons of our visit closer. It's not easy to to keep talking when yelling." He then adopt a more decided walk and approches the gate.
"As said our Warden, we are here guided by dreams of Mother Wold. We come here to help this hamlett growth in harmony with the surrounding nature and try to give solutions to any conflict that might arise."
(OOC diplomacy 20)
Solgrin d20+4=22 d20+4=15 d20+2=17 Monday April 4th, 2005 4:27:47 AM
Solgrin moves to stand approx. 15' from Kanchana keeping his hands away from his weapons. Solgrin will continue to look around the area while keeping an eye on the guards.
**** spot 22 listen 15 sense motive 17 ****
Flat-top Monday April 4th, 2005 6:31:36 AM
Flat-top moves aside to let Kanchana and Toros beside the Captain. Flat-top will stand next to Solgum.
Brahmah Monday April 4th, 2005 7:26:20 AM
The minotaur stands still and waits for a response from the guards.
Zeoll d20+21=32 Monday April 4th, 2005 8:17:19 AM
Zeoll sees that these humans are nervous, so he tells Croc to stay and keeps his weapon sheathed as he walks a little forward, joining Gecktar in talking with the guards.
He calls out to the guards.
"We have come to help you herre! We werre told by a wise old elf woman to offerr ourr serrvices! Look, herre are thrree of herr people, come to escorrt us."
Zeoll bows in the direction of their elf guides.
"We werre met by this canine being, who you should know! He fearrs forr his masterr."
He bows toward the three-headed dog.
"Ourr intentions are peaceful and helpful. We want to aid you. We serrve Domi the Prrotectorr, and we follow his worrds. Please have the courrage to see ourr good intentions!"
[OOC: Diplomacy check 32]
OOC: Adm Ceil Monday April 4th, 2005 8:35:53 AM
Dearest Sheriff Al
The report from the Chosen of Domi. A not so WOW.
Steve Kup e-mail was not dilevered.
Laurent Had a life problems, Had to be out. But Now He's Back and ready to kick a....
Also Sam's e-mail was also kick back.
So I'm posting the report here for all to see.
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Game#7 The Chosen of Domi Week of March 28, 2005
DM James Webber - posted until Thu. 30th CoDM Steve Kuperberg - Started posting on Thu. 31st Adm Ceil LaPlante Missing Posts Jay B/Brahmah Sam C/Kale -------->1 Gilles B.E/Gecklan Ceil L/Flat-top Laurent S/Leets --->5 Dom L'O/Solgum Eunice L'O/Kanchana Tunc M./Toros Cayzle/Zeoll ------>1
Sheriff Al, There was a Easter Holiday.
Yours Ceil PS: Laurent give me back my Cane!!
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Leets Monday April 4th, 2005 11:11:45 AM
The Centaur paladin, his shield on his arm and his club not too far away, waits for reactions from the guards. He holds Managarm so that the dog doesn't move forward too quickly, and tries to feel if there is sme kind of evil in the air....
Parley at the gate (DM-IT Kup) Monday April 4th, 2005 1:44:33 PM ooc: hm! Realized that I didn't know the proper form here--after the weekend, should I wait for my usual DM posting time here on Monday (approx. 8:30 pm Woldian time), or just post up? We're only missing Kale at this point, so I figured no harm in posting a little early and thereby give people more time to react for Tuesday. DM post tomorrow at its otherwise regular time-frame.
P.S. Please excuse the long spoiler for Toros below. I might otherwise have put that in a private e-mail, but as a DM in training, I think it's best to preserve all of the continuity here on the board.
Gecktar saw that Kanchana, Toros, and Zeoll, like himself, were making efforts to make the guards understand that they had come in peace. He suggested that they approach, and moved forward casually to about 50' from the gate, where the faces of their interlocutors now became clearer. Zeoll and Kanchana joined him, along with Toros, waving a makeshift flag. (DM-IT Kup: Zeoll, Toros and Kanchana, I'm interpreting your posts in context as moving forward with Gecktar and the others attempting parley. You have every right to veto that if I overstepped your intentions.) Solgrin stood about 15' feet away from Kanchana, keeping a careful watch on the guards and the surroundings.
Solgrin: Highlight to display spoiler: {As you move forward you notice, if you hadn't already, that the guards' helmets are made from huge acorns, and their spears have leaves growing from them. Your instincts don't give you any clear sense about the guards' motives, one way or the other.}
Kanchana spoke first. "Fetch your local Warden - Druid! -. Mother Wold has called us here to help protect this place She holds so dear. Your village's Druid will know what to do." Gecktar added: "As said our Warden, we are here guided by dreams of Mother Wold. We come here to help this hamlett growth in harmony with the surrounding nature and try to give solutions to any conflict that might arise."
Zeoll provided his own voice: "We have come to help you herre! We werre told by a wise old elf woman to offerr ourr serrvices! Look, herre are thrree of herr people, come to escorrt us. We werre met by this canine being, who you should know! He fearrs forr his masterr. Ourr intentions are peaceful and helpful. We want to aid you. We serrve Domi the Prrotectorr, and we follow his worrds. Please have the courrage to see ourr good intentions!"
Brahmah, Flat-top, and Leets stood back somewhat with Croc and Managram and listened, but both Brahmah's and Flat-top's weapons were still drawn. Listening to the others speak, Flat-top muttered to Leets, "Now! Why did I not think of that?"
In the meantime, Toros focused on the cerberus and thought a question once more. Toros's head hurt from all of this intense thinking. Yet again, he heard nothing in response. Then, a moment later, he heard something!
Toros: Highlight to display spoiler: {It was a voice! It was not from anyone near him. Had he imagined it? He looked at the dog, but it seemed to have its attention elsewhere. Toros listened again, focusing his mind as he had before: there it was! Faint, but present. As he focused his mind on this intangible voice and unfocused from the Wold around him, Toros felt a strange sensation, almost as if he were drifting asleep. His conscious mind wanted to fight the drift--to shake himself awake--but Toros's spiritual training took hold and he allowed himself to surrender to the sensation.
His unconscious floated. He could feel an ethereal part of himself lifting upward. Calmly looking down with his mind's eye, he saw his liontaur body--still waving the makeshift parley flag--then the rest of the group, and then the fort hamlet itself. He was rising up, away from his body. The view was tremendous! He could see the inner details of the fort hamlet outside which the Chosen, including his physical form, still stood. There were the four clusters of tall trees, surrounding one larger tree, and a courtyard just inside the gate, where he could see now that there were a number of people beginning to move toward the gate. There was a figure chained to a stake in that courtyard, too; something about that figure alarmed Toros, and for a moment, his consciousness nearly slammed back into his body! But Toros willed himself to relax, to allow his disembodied spirit to follow the sound of the voice that he had heard--and that was still there, just on the edge of perception.
Toros's unconscious continued to float upward, gathering momentum now. Now, he saw the details of the valley in which the Chosen stood--the stream, the fields, a small hut in a field on the far side of the stockaded hamlet--and then his spirit gathered speed and flew across the countryside. Time and space became a blur, and the voice that he had heard became more insistent. As distinct as the voice became, it was also small--Toros realized that it was the voice of a female gnome! He heard the voice clearly now, and beyond it, the voices of many others, raised in a vigorous discussion. Just as the voice became clearer, Toros gained the sudden impression that he had experienced something like this before--in his dreams.
The voice that had led his spirit was speaking again. "You think I did that? Wasn't me! Can we get a round delivered to our table? Before things get too busy, you know."
DM-IT Kup: Toros, your spirit is now inside the Giggling Ghost tavern. Go to the Giggling Ghost and read the posts for the past several days there to gain an appreciation of what is happening. Your presence there is just as it is under usual Giggling Ghost circumstances--for example, your spirit's presence in the tavern does not affect the continuing events in the Chosen, at least at present--but please note the following exceptions. When you materialize inside the tavern, you are in the balcony, standing next to a table where Flea, a female gnome, is sitting. Hers is the voice you heard.
In addition, as you will see upon reading the GG recent posts, there is a meeting taking place inside the tavern involving the Wold's elves. Toros, you sense instantly that it would be bad form to disrupt that meeting, and that it is a special privilege for you, a non-elf, to be present. Somehow you know, even without being told, that you are to stay in the balcony and observe, but not interfere.
When you are ready, you can post a brief message in the GG to let Flea know that you are there. Of course, just as with the usual Giggling Ghost experience, you are also free to leave whenever you wish; simply will your spirit to return to its body (in the meantime, you should, of course, continue to post in the Chosen as normal). Good luck!}
The rest of the group: After several of the members of the group had moved forward and attempted parley with the guards, they saw the head of another figure join those of the guards peering over the top of the stockade. It is the head of an elderly man, sporting grey hair and a salt-and-pepper beard that swirled in the light, mid-day breeze. The man spoke with the guards; although he was speaking in a normal voice, he was still quite far away. The wind carried some of the conversation to those who had approached and had keen enough ears.
Listen DC 15: Highlight to display spoiler: {Man: "You closed the gates?" Guard: "... were armed ... and look at ...." Man: "... sent for them? And now he is ..." Guard" "... Domi? How would we ..." Man: "... deal with them ... here at the gates. Then they will all die."}
Finally, the man addressed himself to the taurs. "You are the Chosen of Domi, then? I see that you come with a three-headed dog. Is that Fienz's pet?" Bell-Mort-Laia perked up and padded forward, barking an affirmation as it drew parallel with Toros.
"You must forgive our guards," the man continued. "But these are strange times, and there are strange things abroad in the land. We are not accustomed to seeing ... taurs ... like yourself in such a group ... and so armed." He looked down meaningfully at the three Chosen--Brahmah, Flat-top, and now Toros--who displayed bared steel.
"Surely, if you are who you say you are, then you should be able to demonstrate it. How are we to know that you are the 'Chosen' of Domi?" He watched the group expectantly.
Kanchana d20+4=23 Monday April 4th, 2005 5:38:08 PM
Kanchana cannot believe how dense the guards are.
"Fetch a Druid and he or she will certainly have been told by the Wold Mother who we are and why we are here," Kanchana calls out again.
She sits and waits. Kanchana half turns to the rest of the Chosen and speaks quietly, "it might help our cause if you put the weapons away..."
Kanchana absolutely hears (listen 23) the fragments of the conversation on the walls, but she does not want to make any hasty conclusions based from incomplete information. She doesn't tell the rest what she thinks she the guards say. The last bit perplexes her. Mother Wold told her to come here. She would think that Mother Wold would have told any druids here that she at least was coming.
Kanchana has no clue how to prove that they are who they say they are, nor does she know anything of the aberration that guided them here. She is getting vexed with the humans at the fort. They are behaving so incredibly annoyingly. She doesn't show her feelings towards them outwardly.
Just to make things clear, Kanchana will not stand next to any of the Chosen who have a weapon drawn. She will be approximately the same distance from the gate as Gecktar however.
Toros d20=2 d20=9 d100=97 Monday April 4th, 2005 11:54:42 PM
Realizing that the makeshift parley flag he waves hinders rather than helps Toros turns his weapon upside down and moves the cloth to the wooden side to hold. Now it looks better as a parley flag and he starts waving it again!
The routine swing of the parley helps him to focus his mind. Suddenly he hears something, or at least he thinks he does. Not sure where it comes from Toros tries to trace the voice back to its source. Together with this effort he feels the arise of a strange sensation, drifting him asleep...
Toros shakes his head - the waving of the flag makes him sleepy. He cannot catch the voice in his mind any more. Instead there are other sources of sounds around. The Dog barks near him. The wind brings the ongoing conversation between the guards and another man.
What are they saying?! At first Toros cannot get the words. (d20, 2+7= 9) He quickly leaves all his inside-talk aside for now and concentrate on the real conversation, which is still too hard for him to hear.
Then suddenly Toros remembers the presents of Wardd that the Chosen received recently. He picks one of the gold coins from his coins, and throws to the air. He sees the face of the Wardd smiling at him. This gives him the encouragement to give one more try to hear the words. Finally, he manages to catch some part of the conversation and he does not like at all what he has heard!
(I am not sure how to use the gold coins but. I assume it gives a %50 chance to reroll. (d20, 9+7=16>15; d100, 97) DM-IT Kup: sounds right to me. 51 or greater on a d100 earns a re-roll--sort of like a hero point. Please keep track of how many coins you have and use (I don't have character sheets!)
Solgrin d20+4=24 d20+2=17 Tuesday April 5th, 2005 1:14:21 AM
Hearing the bits of conversation between the guard and he man Solgrin moves closer to Kanchana, then listens carefully to what everyone has to say.
**** listen 24 (nat 20) sense motive 17 ****
Gecktar d20+3=8 Tuesday April 5th, 2005 3:39:14 AM
As the new man appears on the stockade Gecktar listen to the discussion but catch nothing of it. (listen 8)
"Wise old man" says Gecktar "You asks us to prove that we are the Chosen of Domi, but being one is a personal experience. Only Domi could prove this as this is his choice first, our second only."
"I'm afraid that we could not answer your request like it is asked. Maybe our fellow friends could tell it to you" Gecktar then look at the elves, "but they certainly could not prove it".
"It is like if I was asking to you to prove me that you are human..." "In fact you are, maybe, but these things are what they are and they can not be proven."
"As for the weapons we are carrying... You said it yourself. These are strange times, and there are strange things abroad in the land, and we have no stockade to hide behind. So we must rely on our proficiencies in those weapons to defend ourselves."
"I can say one thing to you. The way of the Chosen is not easy and many are those who want to see us dead. Many times we had to fight, and sadly I thing many times we will have to do it again."
"But for now you can see the symbol of Domi on my chest and on my shield." Gecktar shows his holy symbol and the hammer on his shield. "Many of my fellow Chosen have such signs and I don't think that Domi will let Its symbol spoiled by unholy servants without punishment."
(OOC: Just to clarify, Gecktar has no weapon in his hands of course. How could he have made a sign of peace with his weapon drawn.)
Brahmah Tuesday April 5th, 2005 4:49:20 AM
The Captain moves forward, tired of the humans 'way' of questioning.
"Many know the Chosen of Domi have bounties on their heads. Why would we announce something of that nature so openly, if we weren't them? Besides, how many minotaurs do you know that travel so happily with centaurs and wemics?" The minotaur waits, smiling. "We would enjoy audience with someone in the know. Surely let your prefect or lord test us if you wish."
Flat-top Tuesday April 5th, 2005 7:32:19 AM
Flat-top puts his morningstar around his neck, so he can get into his hands quickly. He listen to every word that is said.
He tell the Captain and the others who have special pets "The animals are getting restless!"
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday April 5th, 2005 7:36:33 AM
Paw'caw flies in a big circle in the sky, it's a wonder that nobody has nitice her, because she is decending down closer to her master. "Screech! Screech!" she call to Brahmah.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday April 5th, 2005 7:41:01 AM
Managram is restless and blink here, then he blinks there. You never know where he's going to disapper and show up next? Managram growls "Grrr!" but always goes back to Leets.
Roz(ceil) Tuesday April 5th, 2005 7:46:23 AM
Roz lifts her head, sencing that something is wrong. She ask her master "Is there danger? Do you need help? I see your not in a place where scroll are! your out doors where there's always danger."
Elder(ceil) Tuesday April 5th, 2005 7:53:23 AM
Elder awakens to a very still pouch nest. He'll want to know what is going on out side the nest. He stick his head out of the opening of his cozy home.
He see that his mistress is talking to people, way up there. She doing well, he thinks. He ducks into the pouch and eat a yellow pine cone for breackfast.
Croc(ceil) Tuesday April 5th, 2005 8:02:50 AM
Croc is on the alert! looking for danger or water (which one come first will hold his intrest). He is a little put back at the Three headed dog?? So He growls at the odd dog. "Grrr!" (meaning 'remember, to me your food!')
Leets d20+3=6 Tuesday April 5th, 2005 11:37:14 AM
Although he tries to understand what is said by the newly arrived old man, Leets doesn't get it...
He begins to be doubtful about the humans' intentions, and prepares to defend quickly if something happens.
Zeoll d20+21=36 Tuesday April 5th, 2005 12:55:58 PM
Choosing not to eavesdrop, and more or less ignoring his friends' inability to offer "proof," Zeoll is glad to step forward.
"Good sirr, we arre who we say we arre, and so I offerr these prroofs. May I suggest that therre arre many magics available to test verracity, and I would be happy to rrepeat these prroofs underr theirr effect."
"Prroof the firrst! As Captain Brrahmah says, we arre thrree and thrree and thrree of the Taurr race. Who else so trravels, claiming Domi as patrron and offerring aid? Test the trruth of my worrds: We arre the Chosen!"
"Prroof the second! This verry sworrd was held and blessed by Domi himself!" Zeoll holds aloft his greatsword, still sheathed. " Test the trruth of my worrds: Domi named me Chosen and blessed my sworrd with his physical touch!"
"Prroof the thirrd! We bearr the holiest of Taurr totems, the Hearrt of Domi himself! Domi would sufferr only his Chosen to bearr his Hearrt! Test the trruth of my worrds: By ourr possession of the Hearrt of Domi, we arre shown his Chosen!"
[OOC: Another Diplomacy Check -- 36]
Decisions at the gate (DM-IT Kup) Tuesday April 5th, 2005 3:20:13 PM Yesterday I wrote that I would post today at the "regular" DM time-frame ... well, I lied. : ) Again, everyone but Kale has posted, so I saw no harm in posting early yet again. (Kale, you can feel free to backpost, if you're posting today.) I'll try to continue to follow this pattern--usually posting by about 8:30 pm Woldian time, earlier if I can and everyone's posted, so that everyone has the maximum time to read and consider the DM post. Now, on with the show.
Kanchana became vexed with the humans at the fort, but guarded her feelings as best she could. "Fetch a Druid and he or she will certainly have been told by the Wold Mother who we are and why we are here," Kanchana called out again. She sat down on her hindquarters, and added in a quiet voice to her companions, "it might help our cause if you put the weapons away..."
The old man on the wall laughed at Kanchana's words. "Oh?" he replied, in a voice full of mirth--and, perhaps, knowledge. "The Mother herself proclaims your comings and goings, does she? You must have waxed very powerful indeed, madam taur, to have the Wold-Mother as your personal page." He gave a slight bow of mocking deference.
Meanwhile, Toros turned his weapon upside down, moved the cloth to the wooden side to hold, and continued waving it. Then Toros took out one of the gold coins from Wardd and tossed it in the air. Magically, as the coin landed in his hand, he was able to hear the discussion on the stockade, just as the coin turned to lead!
Solgrin moved closer to Kanchana, then listened carefully to what everyone had to say. He still had no clear sense of the guards' intent. They seemed less hostile now than when the encounter began--the words that the others had spoken seemed to have had an effect on the guards, who gripped their spears less forcefully and stood more relaxed in their stances--or was that his imagination?
"Wise old man," said Gecktar. "You ask us to prove that we are the Chosen of Domi, but being one is a personal experience.... I'm afraid that we could not answer your request like it is asked.... But for now you can see the symbol of Domi on my chest and on my shield." Gecktar showed his holy symbol and the hammer on his shield. "Many of my fellow Chosen have such signs and I don't think that Domi will let Its symbol spoiled by unholy servants without punishment."
Flat-top placed his morningstar around his neck, leaving only Brahmah with a weapon readied. "The animals are getting restless!" he told the Captain. Leets began to suspect danger, and prepared to defend the group if something happened.
Brahmah moved forward. "Many know the Chosen of Domi have bounties on their heads. Why would we announce something of that nature so openly, if we weren't them? Besides, how many minotaurs do you know that travel so happily with centaurs and wemics? We would enjoy audience with someone in the know. Surely let your prefect or lord test us if you wish."
Again the man on the wall laughed, and this time the guards joined him. "Indeed! And why not? A group that has the Mother as its page would certainly be accustomed to dealing with lords, and not low-folk at the gate. Perhaps that explains why you approach our gate with a weapon in hand, and demand to speak to our lord. Our apologies to you; would that we had such a lord to provide to you, master taur. I am afraid we must do without much here in this isolated hamlet--including lords. You must therefore forgive us our suspicions, and the inadequacy with which we present them to you." Now the man's face darkened somewhat, and his voice grew sterner as he continued. "But even if there were one, I cannot imagine any lord of this hamlet looking favorably upon one who chooses to bare steel and demand an audience in this sacred grove."
Then Zeoll spoke up. "Good sirr, we arre who we say we arre, and so I offerr these prroofs.... As Captain Brrahmah says, we arre thrree and thrree and thrree of the Taurr race. Who else so trravels, claiming Domi as patrron and offerring aid? .... Prroof the second! This verry sworrd was held and blessed by Domi himself!" Zeoll held aloft his greatsword, still sheathed. "Test the trruth of my worrds: Domi named me Chosen and blessed my sworrd with his physical touch! .... Prroof the thirrd! We bearr the holiest of Taurr totems, the Hearrt of Domi himself! Domi would sufferr only his Chosen to bearr his Hearrt! Test the trruth of my worrds: By ourr possession of the Hearrt of Domi, we arre shown his Chosen!"
The man looked from Brahamah to Gecktar, and then to Zeoll, and mused, one hand stroking his beard, and his demeanor and tone relaxed. "Your words have the ring of truth," he conceded. "I am not learned in such things. But it seems ... unlikely that Domi would tolerate those that do not serve him to display and carry his symbols. And, to be sure, a gathering of the taur races such as this is also ... unusual. Beyond that, you travel with Fienz's dog. One might well beware a group in the wilderness in these troubled days--but a group of mixed taurs, carrying the symbols of Domi, and traveling with one of our own?" The man's head disappeared from the wall, followed soon thereafter by three of the guards, leaving only one remaining to surveil the group.
For a time, nothing happened. The sun continued to shine down on the taurs. Bees hummed past on their appointed rounds of the myriad of flowering plants that dotted the valley floor around the group. The elves accompanying the Chosen stood, as elf-folk often do, seemingly unaware and unconcerned about the passage of time, or the heat of the sun. Surely, however, some of the Chosen had to begin to wonder: had the inhabitants of the hamlet decided simply to leave them there, outside the gate?
Then, the last guard also vanished from the stockade, and the gate opened! The large gate--made of unhewn wood that seemed a living part of the trees that made up the stockade--drew inward, and beyond it stood the old man. The group could see that he was a human, somewhat taller than average, and wearing simple, roughspun robes. Behind him stood the four guards, still holding their spears at the ready. They, too, had roughspun shirts and breeches, but over them they wore banded breastplates seemingly made of bark, and their helmets appeared to be fashioned from the husks of massive acorns. Their wooden spears were long and sharp, but displayed branches with green leaves growing upon them. A fifth man stood next to these guards, scowling. He was dressed similarly to the older man with whom the Chosen had spoken, but was younger, and sported dark hair and a short goatee.
(Brahmah, you may make an INT check against DC 15, the rest of the group against DC 20: Highlight to display spoiler: {The robes that Brahmah received at the Library of the Taurs is of the same roughspun fabric as those worn by the villagers.})
Beyond the guards, an inner bailey of sorts opened, formed by the grove of tall trees. Within the bailey, the Chosen could see many people milling about--humans mostly, although here and there the smaller frames of halflings and gnomes also dotted the courtyard. To a person, those within the courtyard appeared dressed in the same, simple manner as those who now confronted the Chosen. The happenings at the gate seemed to have drawn the inhabitants' attention; all eyes were directed at the taurs.
The old man with the salt-and-pepper beard stepped forward to meet the taurs, and the guards and goateed young man edged forward cautiously to follow him. He stopped several paces (about 15') from the taurs' front line. As he did so, Bell-Mort-Laia bounded forward and through the gate, plowing heedlessly through the crowd. The inhabitants of the hamlet made way for the cerberus, but otherwise ignored it. "I am Z'ken," the old man was addressing the taurs. "You must forgive us our caution, but our village has suffered great loss of late, and we must be careful before we place further trust in ... outsiders."
"As well we should," offered the younger man with the goatee. He stepped forward to stand next to the older man and spoke to him, all the while keeping a careful eye trained on the taurs. "Z'ken, we should not open ourselves to more of these--" he looked at the taurs-- "These outsiders, at a time like this."
"Enough, Ha'mam," the old man dismissed the younger's words with a wave. "The Circle was formed, we drew from our Roots, and extended our Branches. This is the Decision." Z'ken, as he was called, turned back to the Chosen. "Ha'mam would not have had us open the gates to ... strangers from the outside, at this time of great danger. But the Decision of the Circle was this: you may enter, but only as you swear, upon the symbols holy to each of you, that while within our borders you will respect and abide by our laws." He looked meaningfully at Brahmah--and the naked blade in his hands--once again. "Whosoever swears, having besworn before gods and the Mother, may enter here."
Flat-top Tuesday April 5th, 2005 6:52:37 PM
Flat-top whispers to Brahmah "well! that means No! drinking? No! fighting? a rest for a change. Meet you inside.
The centaor advances into the compound. "Sir, I here to help the needy!" With a slow trot in his hooves, he enters the hamlet.
Gecktar d20+1=17 Wednesday April 6th, 2005 3:28:18 AM
Gecktar looks at Z'ken then the young Ha'mam.
"What I understand is that a group of taur just came here before us ? And they spread death ?" he asks to the old man.
"I swear on the Holy sign of Domi to abide by your laws as long as they not interfere with the laws of Domi."
(Int check 17)
Toros Wednesday April 6th, 2005 5:18:35 AM
Waiting for the Hamlett's decision is not good for Toros. He impatiently continues to play with the Wardd's coin. Then he decides to share with others what he has heard from the wind carried, although adding that what he has heard is just incomplete.
Then the humans come and the old man starts talking.
Trying to make sense of what the old man is saying Toros puts the gold coin back into a separate pocket. Then he makes his own comments:
"I understand and respect the concerns of yours, however you also should understand and respect ours. We are called to come here and help, but first thing we meet is a closed door and hostile attitude against us...
Thus, I hope you also appreciate and answer some questions, before making such an important decision.
First of all, what has happened here that has made you that much fearfull of strangers? What are these losses you are talking about..?
Second, which I guess is related with first, Bell-Mort-Laia has felt something very bad happened to their master... I would like to learn what happened to their master.
Finally, please make clear what you have in mind, when you talk about abiding us with your laws. What exactly do you want or do not want us to do?
Toros recognizes that answers to these questions can take a time longer than the circumstances provide for the moment. However, he definitely expects some satisfying responses to his concerns, otherwise he would not hesitate to break his parley flag on the head of one of these humans who were just talking about killing the Taurs some time ago.
Flat-top also has just entered the hamlet, and if anything happens to him, for sure Toros will make use of these humans for a suitable payback.
(rolled 4 for intelligence check)
(I will post later about Toros in Giggling Ghost, but most probably he is coming back, leaving the other Toros, from the Golden Tapestry in the tavern to witness the elven gathering.) DM-IT Kup: that's not exactly how it works. The spirit Toros either stays in the GG, or returns. Should any portion of Toros's spirit remain in the GG, he will gain no further insight into the "waking dream-walk" he experienced en route there. Just FYI.
Flat-top Wednesday April 6th, 2005 8:09:57 AM
Flat-top ask the old man, "I have taken the Leap of Faith, for Mother Nature and Farther Domi has ask us to help you. Now I ask of you to point those spears a way from me, PLEASE! Again I ask you What is it You Need For Me To Do For You?" Flat-top now bows to all of them.
Brahmah Wednesday April 6th, 2005 9:16:26 AM
"I swear my Honor upon my Father's sword. Both mean much to me." Is all the minotaur says.
DM-IT Kup, clarification Wednesday April 6th, 2005 10:42:22 AM An observation: some of the posts thus far are a bit unclear whether the PC actually swore an oath upon a holy symbol. To be clear myself: it is clear to everyone on the scene that Z'Ken, Ha'Mam, and the guards intend to prevent anyone from entering the hamlet that did not explicitly swear such an oath. In the interests of moving forward, however, I will interpret the posts thus far (except for Toros's) in the direction of PC's having laid a hand on a holy symbol and having said words to the effect of, "I swear an oath upon my holy symbol, that while within your borders, I will respect and abide by your laws." (My reading of Toros's post is that he did not wish to swear or enter the hamlet until his questions were addressed.)
If that's not what you wanted your PC to do--if your PC was trying to hold something back, or to intentionally fall short of a holy oath-- please let me know precisely what your PC did. Those who have posted thus far may feel free, with my permission, to post a clarification (or post private to DM, if you wish).
Toros Wednesday April 6th, 2005 11:20:25 AM
Yes I accept that. Just do not want to cause a paradox by making two Toroses meet each other. :-b
DM-IT Kup: Okay. : ) Only one Toros in the GG, then. And no further insights on the dream-walk--although you may feel free to share what you experienced with the others.
Leets Wednesday April 6th, 2005 11:47:25 AM
Leets nods as he approaches the old man and his turn arrives:
"I, Leets Talric of the Talric tribe, paladin and holy servant of the Allmighty Father, swear not to break your laws as you welcome us on your ground."
Managarm follows him.
Solgrin Wednesday April 6th, 2005 1:03:27 PM
Solgrin walks over then places his hand over the holy symbol while saying "I, Solgrin in the name of Domi will honor your laws with the right to defend myself or fellow Chosen members."
Brahmah (OOC) Wednesday April 6th, 2005 2:14:31 PM
It was actually rather unclear whether the man was supplying a holy symbol or if we were to supply the holy symbol or if the symbol was literal or figuretive. Sorry.
As a note to you, Brahmah is VERY Honorable and when he swears on his honor or anything to do with his father, he might as well be swearing it directly to Domi's face. :)
Also, Brahmah's tattoo on his forearm is in the script of High Woldian, or ancient Woldian, and would likely be known to the wise ones in the grove. The tattoo is that of the High Woldian Entangle glyph. This would link Brahmah directly to nature and Domi. http://www.woldiangames.com/oshirr/Feats/tats/tats.htm
I still haven't got you Brahmah's personality profile, but his Character Repose is accurate.
DM-IT Kup: Thanks for the clarification! I understand that honor is very important to Brahmah.
Kanchana Wednesday April 6th, 2005 2:40:58 PM
Kanchana cannot believe how uninformed that man is. Mother Wold; and to a lesser degree Father Tomi, were quite adament in the dream they sent about the Chosen coming here - and he calls Mother Wold a page! Thats not even the correct word; if he was going to demean Mother Wold he should at least have titled the insult correctly and called Her a herald. Kanchana cannot help that She didn't see fit to send him the dream; he mustn't have been worthy enough.
Since Kanchana has a duty to help these people whether they want her to or not she will swear upon her own symbol of Domi (clearly visible on her clothing) and on the holly and mistletoe sacred to Druids. First she preforms a quick ritual to show her respect to the Great Mother. Then Kanchana takes out her mistletoe and holly and makes the required oath to abide by the will of Mother Wold and the local laws. She speaks her oath first in a low tone and in the sacred Druidic tongue; then in Common. If there were any doubts that she is a servant of the Great Mother those doubts should be gone now.
Next she does another quick ritual to show respect to Father Tomi, and she places her hands over her symbol of Domi (which is sewn on her bodice more or less over her heart) and speaks the oath to abide by the will of Father Tomi and the local laws, in Tauric first and then in Common.
Now she will wait with entering the hamlett until the guards et.al. say she may enter.
(Kanchana doesn't know about the robes that Brahmah is carrying around from Plateau City.)
((OOC: DM-IT I suppose you didn't read the dreams that DM James posted a while back. Those dreams were the basis for Kanchana's comments about Mother Wold sending them here in the first place. If you read that little scene you may notice that it was the Divine intervention of the two Gods (the dreams) and certainly NOT the ELf woman's prophecy that caused Kanchana to come here in the first place. Naturally she presumed that any other Druids; either among the Chosen or here in the hamlett, would have had pretty much the same dream. Guess not.))
DM-IT Kup: I read the dreams, too--but I guess people interpret dreams differently! : ) To drop the DM "screen" for a moment, and as you may have gathered, none of the people you have encountered at the hamlet thus far--Z'ken, Ha'mam, and the guards--experienced the dreams you mention. Does that help?
If you think I've really missed something, please feel free to quote the relevant passage to me, either here or in a private to DM post. Remember, I'm still learning, both process and substance, so I welcome these corrections! If you find something and point it out, it's even worth a hero point!
... including noting that the proper term ought to have been "herald," not "page." Not worth a hero point, perhaps, but noted. Your Humbled DM-IT : )
Zeoll Wednesday April 6th, 2005 5:50:01 PM
Zeoll swears on his sword: "I will honorr the laws of this place so long as they arre not evil and do not violate my oaths to Domi."
Within Fort Arbor (DM-IT Kup) Wednesday April 6th, 2005 6:16:41 PM Chosen: check your e-mail for a map.
Flat-top addressed Z'ken. "Sir, I am here to help the needy! I have taken the Leap of Faith, for Mother Nature and Farther Domi has ask us to help you. Now I ask of you to point those spears away from me, PLEASE! Again I ask you What is it You Need For Me To Do For You?"
Z'ken acknowledged Flat-top's oath. "We appreciate your desire to help us. And I would that you may. If Fienz had a hand in sending for you--as he sent his dog to you, apparently--and had a purpose for doing so, I can only guess at what that purpose might be. But perhaps we can speak of such matters within. He may pass, Horatio," Z'ken said, and nodded to the closest guard. The guard narrowed his eyes but did as directed. With a slow trot in his hooves, Flat-top entered the hamlet.
Gecktar looked at Z'ken, then the young Ha'mam. "What I understand is that a group of taur just came here before us ? And they spread death ?" he asked to the old man.
The younger man began to respond to Gecktar's query hotly. "No, not a group of taurs," he retorted. But before he could continue, the older man silenced him with an upraised hand. The younger man scowled and watched Gecktar provide his oath. "I swear on the Holy sign of Domi to abide by your laws as long as they not interfere with the laws of Domi," Gecktar said.
Z'ken acknowledged Gecktar's careful words. "Of course," he replied. "We respect the gods of the Wold here. Horatio." He nodded to the first guard again, and Gecktar, too, was allowed to pass.
Before swearing any oath, Toros wanted some questions answered: "First of all, what has happened here that has made you that fearful of strangers? What are these losses you are talking about..? Second, which I guess is related with first, Bell-Mort-Laia has felt something very bad happened to their master... I would like to learn what happened to their master. Finally, please make clear what you have in mind, when you talk about us abiding with your laws. What exactly do you want or do not want us to do?"
No sooner had Toros completed his questions than all of the group could hear a mournful three-part howl emerging from within the hamlet. It did not sound like physical pain, but, rather, anguish and grief.
Again, Ha'mam began a retort, but Z'ken interceded and replied evenly: "As your colleagues will soon see, dear master taur, we are mourning the loss of several of our number. Three of ours are dead. Fienz, the dog's master, is among them. We are in the process of addressing these deaths. We ask that you respect our laws while you are here. Should you wish to enter with your colleagues, we ask that you swear to do so. That is, I believe, no more or less than what any land might require. Do you wish to agree, or shall we offer you safe passage from our lands?"
All Brahmah would say was, "I swear my Honor upon my Father's sword. Both mean much to me."
The old man raised an eyebrow and bowed deeply. "Your honor suffices for me, master taur," he said. Brahmah was allowed to pass.
Leets nodded as he approached the old man and his turn arrived: "I, Leets Talric of the Talric tribe, paladin and holy servant of the Allmighty Father, swear not to break your laws as you welcome us on your ground." And indeed--what else would a paladin say? Leets entered the hamlet, and Managarm followed him.
Solgrin walked over then placed his hand over the holy symbol while saying "I, Solgrin in the name of Domi will honor your laws with the right to defend myself or fellow Chosen members."
Z'ken nodded sadly. "Self-defense is the right of all, of course. May it not come to that--for any of us," he added quietly. Solgrin, too, was allowed to pass through the gate.
Still exasperated with what she perceived as the villagers' ignorance, Kanchana swore upon her own symbol of Domi and on the holly and mistletoe sacred to Druids, and made the required oath to abide by the will of Mother Wold and the local laws, speaking her oath first in a low tone and in the sacred Druidic tongue, then in Common. Then she performed another quick ritual to show respect to Father Tomi, and she placed her hands over her symbol of Domi and spoke the oath again, in Tauric first and then in Common.
Z'ken did not wait the various translations. Listening to Kanchana's oath in Druidic, Z'ken nodded. Kanchana and Zeoll: Highlight to display spoiler: {"Thank you, earth-sister,"} he replied in the Druidic tongue. He addressed himself to the lead guard once more--still in Druidic. Highlight to display spoiler: {"Horatio, she may enter our grove."} The guard called Horatio inclined his head to Kanchana and smiled. Highlight to display spoiler: {"Welcome, earth-sister,"} said Horatio, also in Druidic. He dipped his spear in salute, and stepped back to allow Kanchana to pass.
Zeoll swore on his sword: "I will honorr the laws of this place so long as they arre not evil and do not violate my oaths to Domi."
"Well spoken, master liontaur," Z'ken acknowledged. Zeoll was allowed to proceed.
Z'ken turned to the elves that remained outside the gate. "And you? Do you wish to enter our hamlet?"
The leader of the elves shook his head. "Our thanks, but our task was to escort these Chosen to this place, and so we have. We have business elsewhere." The elf leader looked at Toros for a moment and smiled knowingly. "We are overdue to an assembly of our kind. We must decide whether to take part in The Awakening. Farewell."
The elf leader waved his hand three times at the group, before he and his fellows turned as one and walked together into a large stand of sunflowers, which were growing by the side of the path seemingly at random. As the elves pushed their way through the tall stalks, they began to fade, until, scarcely a yard into the foliage, they disappeared!
"Incredible," the guard called Horatio murmured. It was Z'ken's turn to smile. "There are more things in heaven and earth, Horatio, than are dreamt of in your philosophy."
With that, Z'ken joined the front of the Chosen and motioned them through the stockade gate. "Dear visitors," he said, as they passed through the wall of living wood. "Welcome ... to Fort Arbor!"
Inside the stockade, the immensity of the tall trees that formed the grove was the first thing that struck the newcomers' eyes, and they naturally drew the taurs' eyes skyward. The immense monoliths soared hundreds of feet into the sky, towering over their surroundings, and the taurs could now see clearly that four smaller rings of these beautiful trees each surrounded one larger, central tree, which was at once taller and thicker than any of the others. The view was as awe-inspiring as it was monumental. The trees dwarfed everything around them; even the taurs, as large and imposing as they may have become accustomed to feeling when surrounded by the smaller humanoid races, could not help but feel tiny and a bit insignificant next to these leafy giants. None could look upon this scene and not feel the vast power of the Mother Wold that it represented.
But, of course, the taurs were not alone. The Chosen of Domi now stood in a large open area, between the stockade gate and the trees, and this area was filled with people of various descriptions, as well as animals. Sheep, cows, and goats mingled with humans, as well as a few halflings and gnomes, all dressed in that same roughspun cloth. The bleats and moos of the animals filled the enclosed space. And children! For as many adults as there were, there were equally as many children, tall and short, thin and round, young and nearly mature. Other than the four guards that the Chosen had encountered, however, none of the people in the courtyard displayed any arms or armor.
And the smells! Even Kanchana and Zeoll had never smelled so many herbs and spices, and all at once! Their aromas wafted through the yard from huge gardens, planted along the stockade fence, filled with nearly every herb and spice plant imaginable. The scents assailed the keen noses of the taurs, bringing water to their eyes.
There was still the howling, which was quite evidently Bell-Mort-Laia, coming from the direction of the central tree. But for the cerberus and the other animals, however, the yard was silent. All of the people inside the yard were staring at the gate, and the odd assortment of armed and armored taurs that had just entered.
Z'ken stepped forward and gestured welcomingly to the taurs. "Please, please, don't stand at the gate, come in, come in," he said. His tone was pleasant and cheerful. "These are our people, and this is our home. In all, we are eighty souls of an age to join the Circle, and many more children besides, as you can see. All of us live here together, collectively, after swearing our oaths to each other and to the Mother, to live in harmony with the Wold and to support one another. And with but four guards at any one time to defend us--" he chuckled.
"Z'ken!" Ha'mam protested. He and the guard called Horatio had just joined Z'ken, while the other guards had remained at the gate with Toros.
"Oh, what harm is there in saying so?" Z'ken responded. "These are mighty and powerful taurs, Ha'mam, and we have let them within our gates. They could surely do whatever they pleased to us, now, if they wanted to. Isn't that so?" He caught Brahmah's eye and smiled. "Not that they would. They have pledged their honor not to."
"Four guards at any one time, I'm afraid," Z'ken sighed and continued. "That's all. At least, that has been the custom. The rest of us tend to the animals, or the fields, or study the secrets of the Mother Wold. Each Member of the Circle is pledged to give what he or she is able, and the Circle pledges in turn to provide to each what each may need. We are all of us committed thus--all become Members of the Circle when they come of age, or are free to depart. We have no initiates ... at the moment." He glanced at Kanchana briefly, before continuing hastily, "It is not a lifestyle for everyone."
"...And here is our Third," Z'ken announced. A human woman approached the taurs. Her sandy brown hair was tied back simply, and her face was pleasantly round, clear, and free of lines. "Chosen, this is Emtza, Third of the inner Circle. She joined Ha'mam and myself when Fienz ... well. She is the newest member to join the inner Circle." The woman called Emtza smiled and nodded to the taurs.
"But come!" Z'ken said, and he began walking again through the sea of people that filled the courtyard. "We should bring you to the Council Tree. These heart-trees that you see are our homes, and the central one is our council chamber. Fienz's body is there, along with the others who died ...."
Z'ken was continuing to speak as he walked, and the people of the hamlet parted to allow the taurs to pass. As they did, however, more details came into view. Approaching the central heart-tree, the Chosen could see a large, circular well that stood near it. To one side of the well there was a large pole or stake, formed from a growing, living tree. There was a woman standing close to this stake, and as the people in the courtyard parted, it became clear that, in fact, she was tied to it.
From where he still stood outside the gate, Toros looked within and felt a twist in his stomach. Something about this woman was familiar--like something out of a dream ....
The woman was tall and strikingly beautiful. Long, full red hair flowed down her back. Her face was chiseled and defined, and fierce green eyes blazed defiance. Unlike the other villagers, the woman wore a simple vest to cover her otherwise bare chest, and her arms, though tied, were muscled and lean. She stood proudly and met the eyes of the taurs as they entered the courtyard, and her hooves gave a simple stamp as they approached. She swished her tail dismissively, and her brown flanks flinched reflexively from the gesture ....
Flat-top, Solgrin, and Leets surely had to do a double-take, much less the rest of the group. A centaur!?
Ha'mam caught the looks on the Chosen's faces. "Yes!" he responded to the unasked question. Z'ken sighed as Ha'mam continued with vehemence. "Behold, guests," he emphasized the last word. "And understand our--reluctance--to open our gates so willingly to more of your kind! Behold the creature that murdered Fienz!"
The guard Horatio stood next to Flat-top and nodded grimly. "A witch," he added. "She has cost us the lives of three of our own. And at dawn tomorrow, by our law--she must die!"
Toros Wednesday April 6th, 2005 11:58:56 PM We ask that you respect our laws while you are here. Should you wish to enter with your colleagues, we ask that you swear to do so. That is, I believe, no more or less than what any land might require. Do you wish to agree, or shall we offer you safe passage from our lands?
gThen I believe no land might require the enforcement of their laws as you do. That is more or less is self-evident for any land. When you ask like that it makes me think there is something behind the explicit words you use. Something that you try to enforce with your laws, although by its own nature it does not fit very well to your laws...
Sorry, I do not mean to be mean, but what you say or do not say still leaves room for suspicion and hesitation for both sides. I have to think all over again, before I will make my decision.h
And Toros does nothing but thinks. He recalls the dreams of Elves and Domi, then the cards of Grandma...
... A twin city, one pointing to the top of the card the other towards the bottom. The top on in darkness has a howering clawed hand over it, as if ready to attack. The bottom city has a clawed hand seeming to be caring for it or protecting it. Both cities are covered by vines and it appears as if the forest is closing in on it from both sides of the cities... This fort city that needs your help. They are under attack from a natural source and protected by a natural source as well...The Chosen making thier way to this city as the last hope. The blood moon hangs in the sky, telling of a decision that must be made for good or ill.
Neither the accompany of the guards or the leaving of elves distracts Toros. He does not let anything to enter his consciousness, except...
...except that female Cantaur tied on a stake, he sees inside the Fort. Such a woman, such a familiar, such a beautiful woman - something out of dream, someone of his dream... Toros feels a twist in his stomach for a second.
Then his thinking focuses one more time on some expressions he recalls, which he considers as key to understand whatever he is questioning.
A twin city... A city under attack from a natural source and protected by a natural source as well...a decision that must be made for good or ill .
Then he adds his own comments in the hope of reaching a conclusion.
Chosen came here to help city. What if we are here to prevent the city to make a big mistake, to protect it from its own-self. A twin city, a mirror image of one city, perhaps exhibits the dual nature of Nature, or good and evil forces that have found their own place in the city. Maybe the Chosen is just here to identify what is the real good or evil, contradicting to the claimed ones. Then I can understand why some does not want us here... And that Taur...!?
Brahmah OOC Thursday April 7th, 2005 12:36:34 AM
Brahmah let EVERY Chosen(even Kanchana) know and actually I didn't see a chance we had to put them on before reaching the view of the gates.
Kanchana OOC Thursday April 7th, 2005 1:44:52 AM
When did Brahmah mention the robes Jay? I honestly don't remember it.
Kanchana Thursday April 7th, 2005 2:02:49 AM
Kanchana looks at the massive trees as she walks along with Z'ken. This place feels more like a home to her than any castle made of stone. She smiles and is awed by what she sees. All of the smells and things to see! Kanchana hopes that the Chosen will be here long enough for her to be able to learn many things from these people. She certainly wants to swap knowledge on herb lore, and her herbal is an ongoing project.
Kanchana will politely greeting everyone that Z'ken introduces them to.
Kanchana then notices that Z'ken glances over at her as he mentions initiates and lifestyles. She moves a bit closer to him and speaks lowly, "brother Z'ken, have you heard of the green mages? I realize that this most likely isn't the time to ask..." Kanchana glances over at the captive centaur, "it is just that I have been searching for a long time and it seems to me that your people may have heard of them."
Kanchana doesn't press for answers to her queation right now since dealing with the fate of the centaur must be the primary issue she supposes. She isn't certain what questions to ask considering she isn't absolutely sure why they were called here. Was it because of an outside threat to the hamlett or could it be because of this centaur?
Gecktar Thursday April 7th, 2005 3:38:57 AM
Gecktar looks around him amazed by the size of the trees and the architecture of the hamlet.
He listen carefully to Z'ken explanations about the fort.
Then his attetion is drawed by the beautiful centaur... Proud, fierce strength emanate from her. Then he hears what Horatio says about putting her to death.
He turn to the guard and says "Is there no other punishment than death for her ?"
Then to Leets he mutters "Do you feel she is evil ?"
Brahmah (as requested by Kanchana) Thursday April 7th, 2005 3:46:00 AM
OOC: Brahmah Sunday March 13th, 2005 9:51:25 AM The Captain of the Chosen seems alot happier than the last few months. He smiles and carries a bag the group has not seen before.
"Yes, its great to see you all too." He laughs. "I had to get away and get some answers to a few questions."
He points out the sack to the Chosen, "The three sages at the Library of Magic told me we'll need these robes when we reach the hamlet, and that we'll know why when we get there." Brahmah continues, "We will return here after we've gone to the hamlet. Let's move Chosen." Little doubt seems to remain in the leaders mind and he's quite intent on this current mission.
Brahmah Thursday April 7th, 2005 3:48:21 AM
Remembering the bag of robes a bit late, he realizes that the others forgot as well. Oops.
Kale Thursday April 7th, 2005 6:56:40 AM
emerging from nowhere, Kale joins the group and says "Where have you been? Ive been here for the last hour or so."
OOC, I need one of the DMs to send me a copy of my CS to me please. ive lost my previous one
Toros - OOC Thursday April 7th, 2005 7:59:53 AM
OOC: Toros has just left the Giggling Ghost and on his way to the Hamlet.
Kale, you have to swear to obey the laws of the Hamlet, before you can enter into the Fort and join others. Untill you do this, the guards will make you stay outside together with Toros.
Flat-top Thursday April 7th, 2005 8:29:41 AM
Flat-top follow the others, when Brahmah hand him a robe. "What this? you mean I have put this on? I'm not taking off my mithral chainmail shirt! Not when the guards here still have spears pointed at us! OK! OK! I'll put it on..."
Flat-top put's on the robe, then ask "How do I look?"
OOC: Flat-top has not notice the Female Center tied at the stake yet.
Toros - illegal second post d20=14 d20=15 Thursday April 7th, 2005 8:40:09 AM ... and that Taur ... When his thoughts come to the Witch Centaur Toros's thinking cannot proceed any longer.
He turns his attention to the guards around him. They look pretty interesting with their natural arms and armors. Then observes their gestures, trying to sense their motives about him. (sense motive 14+8 = 21)
If the guards' attitude is not very positive towards him Toros will try to influence their attitude. (diplomacy 15+5 = 20)
"Well, it seems that we will stay here a little bit. I hope you do not mind for this delay... I also want to join others as soon as possible, but I need to think a bit more, before taking any further action."
Then Toros can make some nice comments about the guards' arms and armors, the Hamlet, or the weather, depending on how the conversation develops.
Then, having some feeling of how the guards would treat him positively he will comment on the tied Taur
"Do you mind to tell why that taur is punished like that? Is it because the city thinks she is responsible for the recent losses? Do you think she murdered them?"
If Toros can get positive responses to his questions he will try to get further information by questioning more on these:
Do the guards exactly know what happened here in Fort Arbor?
Why do the town people or the guards think that she is the murderer? What are the evidences against her?
If everything goes well Toros hopes to get some satisfying information from the guards, even some that would not be given by the old man. He will listen attentively any comments or questions that come from the guards.
Zeoll d20+5=7 d20+10=15 d20+10=28 Thursday April 7th, 2005 11:25:17 AM
Zeoll looks around in wonder. Do these trees remind him of the giant Whistal Trees of Centaur Isle? The liontaur wrinkles his nose as he smells the spiced air. He tries to think of a song or tale that offers a hint about this place [Bardic Lore check 7]
He asks if he can approach and talk with this centaur prisoner. If the answer is yes, he approaches. He asks her name, and her story. He tries to draw her out. If she speaks at length, he tries to get a feel for her veracity. [Sense Motive check 15]
Then he asks Z'ken for his version of recent events, with details. [Sense Motive check 28]
DM-IT Kup: the Whistal Trees? Are you kidding me? I'm lucky to remember that you're a liontaur! Whistal Trees. Sheesh. ; p
But if Whistal Trees look like sequoias, then, yes, these look very much like Whistal Trees. Whaddya know about that! : )
DM-IT Kup, clarification Thursday April 7th, 2005 2:03:43 PM Just to let my hypertechnical rules purist side breathe for a moment--technically speaking, attempting to find out information from another is a Gather Information check, not Diplomacy or Sense Motive (Diplomacy is for persuading another to do or not do something; Sense Motive, among other things, assesses whether that other person is lying in response to your questions).
Those who are attempting to Gather Information should feel free to post a roll for that skill, if they wish.
Toros - roll for Gather Information d20=19 Thursday April 7th, 2005 2:49:02 PM
Luckily, another 21 (19+2).
Zeoll - Clarification d20+7=23 d20+7=17 Thursday April 7th, 2005 5:57:30 PM
Zeoll is trying to gather info, and then to get a hunch about or sense the veracity of the info sources.
Gather info checks: 23 and 17.
Kanchana (in case a skill check is necessary) d20=1 Thursday April 7th, 2005 6:40:37 PM
Okay, it doesn't get any worst than that! I sincerely hope a roll isn't needed for her question. If it is then she will just have to keep asking I guess. Particularly since this is the first place she has been to where anyone might have a ghost of a chance at knowing the info she seeks.
Unskilled Gather Info: nat. 1
Incedentally Kanchana will trust the druids to be speaking true, therefore she will not be making any inquiries about the centaur female accused of murder.
((OOC: Thanks Jay. It's good to know that the robes were mentioned even if we didn't remember them when it would have mattered!))
DM-IT Kup: Thanks, Kanchana, and thanks everyone. I hope I'm not causing hang-ups by mentioning skill rolls so frequently. I just want to try to give the benefit to all of you of a good roll for a skill that a PC ought to have. I take bad (or technically unsuccessful) rolls in "context," that is, I judge against the written description of the activity first, and discount or disregard the roll accordingly.
And no, I didn't think that Kanchana needed to roll to ask a simple question. That said, if she gets an answer she didn't expect, and wants to probe further, then maybe some "skill" may come into play....
Anyway, sorry for the frequent explanations as well. I just don't want to be misunderstood. Great playing, everyone. : )
Solgrin Thursday April 7th, 2005 7:23:07 PM
Solgrin goes over to the female centaur prisoner then asks "How, Why did you kill Fienz?"
Solgrin will listen carefully to what she has to say.
Solgrin will then go over to Z'ken and ask "What happened between Fienz and the female Centaur?"
OOC Flat-top to DM-IT Kup d20=8 Thursday April 7th, 2005 7:23:31 PM
To answer on the Big Tree in the center of this Fort, the Whistal Tree does look like the tree of Center Island. Where the High Priest of Domi lives with his flock of other holy Centers and It does look like a Big Sequoia Temple.
You just hit it right, You fell in Guanah Juice that's all.
Okay. : ) Flat-top and Zeoll get one hero point each for filling in the DM-IT.
Whistal Trees. Of course--these are Whistal Trees! I don't know why I didn't mention it before! : )
Questions at Stake (DM-IT Kup) Thursday April 7th, 2005 11:51:11 PM Kale: welcome back! Loved your post! LOL! But let's say that Toros is right, and you and he are both still outside the gate.
Toros turned his attention to the guards and tried to sense their motives about him. The guards had at first seemed tense during the confrontation and discussions that ensued, but now, after seven of the nine taurs had been admitted into the hamlet, the three guards that remained with Toros and Kale at the gate seemed disinterested and calm.
Toros tried to chat with the guards. "Well, it seems that we will stay here a little bit. I hope you do not mind for this delay... I also want to join others as soon as possible, but I need to think a bit more, before taking any further action...." There was more--nice comments about the guards' arms and armors, the Hamlet, and the weather. The guards did not seem moved. They remained at their posts, and kept a lazy eye on the two taurs, while seeming to let their minds wander to the blue clear sky, the flowers in the valley, or ... well, anything, really. Then Toros asked: "Do you mind to tell why that taur is punished like that? Is it because the city thinks she is responsible for the recent losses? Do you think she murdered them?"
The guards gazed at the talkative taur dispassionately, until, at last, one spoke. "Listen," he said in a tired and bored voice. "The Decision of the Circle was, if you want to come in, you have to swear an oath. And if you want to know more, you should probably be asking Z'ken, or Ha'mam, or someone like that. We're just here to see that you don't make trouble, all right? And if you don't swear an oath and come in, then we're going to have to ask you to leave the valley. Okay?"
Then his eyes narrowed. "And as for that ... taur ... in there, well, if you're friends with her, then you're not running with the right crowd of people, you get me? That witch killed three villagers."
Toros: I'm assuming by your earlier post that "all" of Toros's spirit has left the GG. If that's true, you are welcome to share what you experienced in your dream-walk with the others. If you want to try to "reflect" on your dream-walk further, let me know what specifically you want to try to recall.
Kanchana smiled at what she saw in the hamlet. She politely greeted everyone that Z'ken introduced them to. She moved a bit closer to Z'ken and asked quietly, "brother Z'ken, have you heard of the green mages? I realize that this most likely isn't the time to ask..." Kanchana glanced over at the captive centaur, "it is just that I have been searching for a long time and it seems to me that your people may have heard of them."
Z'ken seemed a bit uncomfortable about the question. "Green mages?... Yes, I have heard of them ... but perhaps you're right, this may be a better discussion for another time."
Gecktar heard what Horatio said about putting the centaur to death. He turned to the guard and said, "Is there no other punishment than death for her?"
Horatio seemed certain. "She is a murderer. 'Whosoever sheds blood, by your hand shall their blood be shed.' It is our way. Are you not warriors? Is it not your way, as well?"
Brahmah belatedly remembered his bag of robes.
Kale shook himself from his daydream and found himself at the gate with Toros. The guards looked at him skeptically, as if to say, "So, he's the chatty one and you're the quiet one?"
Flat-top put on one of Brahmah's robe, then asked "How do I look?" A group of children that were watching the centaur giggled and pointed at the robe-wearing half-horse.
Zeoll tried to think of a song or tale that offers a hint about this place, but none came. He asked if he could approach and talk with the centaur prisoner. Z'ken nodded, "Of course."
Zeoll approached the staked centaur. He asked her name, and her story. "What is it to you, wemic?" the centaur snorted derisively and tossed her head. She turned her head away. It wasn't as if he hadn't asked with all the smoothness and polish that one could muster--a moss-covered stone might have answered such a tactful inquiry--but, perhaps the circumstances and the one doing the asking didn't quite make for the most conducive atmosphere ....
Solgrin tried his luck. He approached the female centaur. "How, Why did you kill Fienz?"
The female centaur looked over at Solgrin--appraisingly, it would seem. She snorted again. "How should I know? Ask them." She indicated the humans. "They're the ones with all the answers." She shook her head. "And what are you doing with these ... minotaurs, and ... wemics, anyway?"
Solgrin and Zeoll both asked Z'ken for his version of recent events, with details. "It is a sad tale," Z'ken began, and as the old man spoke, Zeoll sensed no obvious deception in his words. "Amada--" he indicated the centaur-- "came to our valley several months ago. She was drawn to our natural way of life, and our affinity with the Mother Wold. She said that she wanted to study here and grow herbs. We told her that she could stay in the valley and become an initiate--a probationary dweller here in the valley, so as to judge her suitability for joining the Circle. With most initiates, it is a relatively quick and easy matter to ascertain suitability. But not with Amada. Her herbal skills were evident--these gardens that you see are largely her work--but she was not open to joining our Circle, and she remained apart."
"A little over a week ago, we noticed disturbances here in the valley--animals that had gone missing, plants that had been dug up, and so on. None of ours had seen or heard anything tied to these disturbances. Fienz and two others--Mehta and Kerrar--inquired of Amada, but she sent them away. I believe that Fienz began to suspect something. This was about the time that he sent his dog away, apparently to find your group."
"I do not know what proof Fienz had developed to tie Amada to the disturbances, but last night, Fienz, Mehta, and Kerrar went back to Amada's hut to inquire further. I believe that they went there to confront her about her deeds. In the morning, we found their bodies. We held a Circle of Judgment, and it was decided that Amada was responsible for the murders."
Horatio was listening and nodded along. "She killed them for their lifesblood. She is a witch, and must have used it in her ceremonies. Everyone knows that witches do that."
Z'ken shifted his shoulders and shuffled uncomfortably. "Yes, well ... there is no proof of that, so far as I know."
The female centaur kept her head held proudly aloft. When she heard Z'ken's words, she snorted again, and her eyes blazed. She looked from Z'ken--who would not meet her eyes--and passed her eyes over the taurs. Then, in a loud voice, she announced, "I have commited no crime," she began, as she gazed at each of them in turn. Ha'mam turned away and crossed his arms, while Emtza merely lowered her gaze.
The centaur nodded and pursed her lips, before continuing. "But I am not afraid to die--in fact, I deserve--" she stopped as her eyes met Kanchana's, and, for just a moment, her head tilted slightly sideways, as if puzzling over something. "In fact, I deserve to die," she concluded, a bit more quietly.
Gecktar d20+7=22 Friday April 8th, 2005 3:01:06 AM
"But this is very important ! You're going to put her to death without any proof ?"
"Yes I'm a kind of warrior but I leave this way because sheding blood is not the best answer to all problems" he says to Horatio. "Please don't take it for you, I don't want to say you're like this, but as general phylosphic way of thinking."
"You know, I was trained to murder quickly an silently, but I think this is not the way of Domi. Of course we sometimes need to shed blood but always to defend us or other unprotected people."
"I think all of us will help you defending this fort while you give us hospitality, but putting to death someone without proof... Well its not my way of thinking"
(22 Diplomacy check to try to convince Horatio)
Brahmah d20+12=27 d20+5=21 Friday April 8th, 2005 5:44:35 AM OOC: Kup, I, as a player/ADM greatly appreciate the organization you take with the posts and detail you take answering PC's questions, but I suggest really looking at shortening you entries to only include the few points YOU might like to make. It takes awhile for some of us to read posts of that length and it might be kinder on our foreign friends within the game too. Frankly, within a post that large, important info can be lost. That said, onto my post...
Brahmah walks up (passing any guards without pausing) to the staked 'witch' and looks her over for a moment. Looking at her bindings, her injuries and deep into her eyes as she spoke her innocence. He listens for any waver or tone in her voice that might give up her innocence. (favored enemy Centaur, Sense Motive 21 and Listen 27) "Why did you let them take you?" He asks gently. And in a more hushed tone he asks, "This Circle of theirs, why did you not wish to join it? And tell me where these Fienz, Mehta, and Kerrar the last time you saw them alive?"
Kale Friday April 8th, 2005 6:57:59 AM
Kale stares at the guard that addressed him for about 20 seconds then he gives the guard whatever oath he wanted.
Toros Friday April 8th, 2005 9:00:24 AM
OOC: Dear Kup, at the moment Toros from the Golden Tap is still in the tavern, as I mentioned previously. However, the meeting seems to be coming to an end and I will be glad to talk in more detail about what to reflect on Toros's dream walk.
Kale, hope you did not mind to stay with Toros.
As a non-native English speaker, the problem I have with the other posts (of GM or other players) is not the length but some specific words or phrases that I do not understand. My vocabulary is not good enough, as you may also notice it from my own posts.
Guard's response to his inquiries helps Toros to make up his mind. Both being wanted to be here and not being wanted to be here are reasons good enough to make Toros stay here.
He will repeat the oath that old man ask from the Chosen, having already known how he would respond to various variations of each Chosen.
Toros will be happy to be a part of the town but at least untill being able to build a shared trust base he will also reserve his right to object the enforcement of the town rules and laws, if he sees that they are against higher ones. However, if he has an objection he will state it in advance.
(I also sometimes write sentences too long to read.)
Toros hopes that guards will accompany him and Kale inside the town. Hoping that after his swearing his oath they will be more relaxed and friendly towards him, he will continue his friendly talk with them.
Inside the town he will look around, taking notice of every detail he can perceive. Passing by the children that giggles and watches Flat-top he will give the Wardd`s coin he used up to one of them, suggesting them to buy some nice stuff with the gold piece.
Reaching at the Chosen he will try to catch up with what's going on as best as he can follow and his friends can inform him.
Posts too long? (DM-IT Kup) Friday April 8th, 2005 9:36:08 AM Jay is not first to mention the long DM posts. I hear you! There's the "narrative" side of me coming through. I had wanted to give you all fairly detailed exposition and scene-setting to try to "set the scene" and give a good story-telling atmosphere. Now that the Fort Arbor scene is basically "set," the posts should get shorter. But was that not something that you all want in this game?
Don't be coy! Each person that has mentioned the long posts has said something to the effect of, "I don't mind, but I think that other people would ...." If you'd rather have less description and shorter DM posts, let me know!
For that matter: it's been a week with me as your DM-in-training. How am I doing? What am I doing well? What can I be doing better? I've heard from some of you, but I welcome and invite hearing from all of you!
By the way: another disclaimer. The descriptions and game content in my posts (and I trust all others) IN NO WAY is meant to reflect life in the real world. All similarities to real people, places, groups, classes, races, religions, or any other real matter is purely coincidental. No similarity or comment upon the real world is meant or should be inferred. Specifically--recognizing that there are "witches" in the real world, no similarity between Woldian witch class and real witches is meant or should be inferred. Okay? : )
Heh. And a player asked me to describe the stake and the centaur's bindings--see? I should have made my DM post longer! :)
It's a living tree but without any branches--just a solid trunk, rooted in the ground. She's tied to it with multiple bands of thick, hemp rope. It's not immediately clear how secure the bindings are--but it doesn't look like she's struggling to get out, either.
Trial and Error (DM-IT Kup) Friday April 8th, 2005 4:09:17 PM Well, I guess we won't need to worry about a long DM post today. As on all Fridays, I must post a bit earlier to beat sunset.
Gecktar said to Horatio: "But this is very important ! You're going to put her to death without any proof ?"
Horatio frowned and considered the taur's words. "Well ... it is true that no proof of any blood ceremony was uncovered. But the three bodies were found by her hut, all of the rest of the inhabitants of the valley live here in the hamlet, and the gates are closed after dark. I guarded the gates myself last night--none came in or out. There is only she who could have done this. Our Circle of Judgment met this morning and reviewed the facts. When we demanded that she speak to prove her innocence, she said nothing--which clearly shows her guilt. In light of her failure to establish her innocence, our Circle of Judgment found her guilty. And listen! By her own admission, she is deserving of death!" The guard scowled at the female centaur. "Besides, she must be a witch. Why else would she stay apart in that hut for so long? Everyone knows that witches live apart like that to hide their foul deeds. They can't be trusted--"
Ha'mam interjected. "Horatio, that's enough. She stands convicted of murder, not witchcraft. You should not speak of that which you do not know." All this talk of witches was clearly making Ha'mam uncomfortable, too. The guard looked abashed. "Sorry, sir."
Brahmah asked the female centaur: "Why did you let them take you?" And in a more hushed tone he asked, "This Circle of theirs, why did you not wish to join it? And tell me where these Fienz, Mehta, and Kerrar the last time you saw them alive?"
Amada, as she was called, turned to Brahmah and narrowed her eyes: "Minotaur. Horse-slayer. Worshipper of false gods. You think I'm scared of you? You and your ... minotaur-loving friends?" She sniffed and tossed her hair. Her green eyes sparkled with anger. "You'll get no such satisfaction from me, horned one. You're no different than any of these others. What would my words matter to you? To laugh at, over my grave? You untie me and I'll show you what a real taur would do to the likes of you in a Kayleb--"
Emtza, the woman that Z'ken had introduced as the Third of the inner Circle, shook her head sadly. "Amada! You wrong these visitors by your words, and you only worsen matters. I thought we were friends, once: how could you do this?" Amada merely turned her face away once more.
Brahmah knew centaurs--he had studied them, in part to learn their tendencies and weaknesses. His experience told him that this one was defiant, but she seemed no liar to him, either--anger and dishonesty were too hard to hold together. As Brahmah inspected her body, from what wasn't covered in thick, hemp, ropes, he did see some cuts and bruising.
Kale stared at the guards coldly and then gave whatever oath the guard wanted. The guard seemed to wilt somewhat under the taur's scrutiny, and he let Kale pass without further comment.
Toros recited an oath as well and entered the hamlet. Passing by the children that giggled and watched Flat-top, he handed Wardd`s coin to one of them. The children's eyes grew big and round as saucers as they saw the lion-man approach them, and more than a few took an involuntary step backward in apparent fear. But as the wemic pressed the coin into the child's hand, it magically transformed from lead back into sparkling gold! The children gasped with delight and scurried backward to huddle around the one holding the coin, poking their heads up from time to time to look at the liontaur with beams of pleasure and happiness.
Meanwhile, in the center of the courtyard, many of the villagers were beginning to disperse following the initial excitement of the morning and afternoon's activities. A small crowd of children remained to watch the taurs and whisper in a huddled bunch at the strangers' appearances. The sun, well past its zenith, was slowly slipping into the Western sky. One might estimate that there were only three or four hours of daylight remaining.
Horatio returned to stand with the guards near the gate, which remained open, while Z'ken, Ha'mam, and Emtza stayed with the taurs. "Friends, perhaps it is best that we speak no more of this unfortunate affair for the time being," Z'ken suggested. "We can go to the council chamber and I can have refreshments brought to you--you must be tired after such a long journey." He gestured toward the central tree.
Amada, the captive centaur, stood where she was, silently. The guards seemed to be keeping a watchful eye on her from the other side of the courtyard. Above the sounds of the hamlet returning to normalcy, the keening, mournful howl of the cerberus still carried on the air.
Zeoll d20+5=7 d20+12=24 d20+12=23 Friday April 8th, 2005 6:24:24 PM
[Gosh darn missed post!]
The liontaur wonders about the accusations. He wishes he could remember more about witches [bard lore check 7, oh well]. But something just does not sound right.
The liontaur bows and declines the invitation from Z'Ken.
"Thank you, frriend, but I would rratherr stay out underr the sky. I will stay in this centaurr's company."
In Druidic, he adds, "The night calls to me, and I would prray."
Zeoll sits and watches the sunset for a while. He takes out his drum and begins a simple beat. After a while he sings, at first humming, then with wordless sounds, and then in Tauric. He sings the centaur hymns he remembers from his bard training and from his visit to the Isle of the Centaurs.
[Perform check 24]
After a while, he sings a song that he invents on the spot, evoking his memories of Centaur Isle. He sings it in Common and in Tauric. In part, it goes like this:
The Whistal Trrees sway high and frro, Prrotectorrs grrand o'err Domi's land. As colts arre prrancing frree below, The drruids stand by close at hand. And brreezes frrom the vinyarrds blow Wherre scents command ourr hearrts will go.
[Second Perform check 23]
He eats a goodberry he had prepared earlier. He offers one to the captive centaur.
Kanchana Friday April 8th, 2005 8:55:41 PM
[Sorry for missing a post!]
Kanchana now has two things to wonder about; first why did her question about green mages make Z'ken uncomfortable and second why did the captive centaur look at her so strangely?
Kanchana reviews things quickly in her mind. Z'ken said the centaur was a witch and had practiced blood rites; green mages don't use blood. So why was he so uncomfortable? She wasn't staring at the female centaur at all or at any time so why did she decide to look at Kanchana the way she did? I haven't passed any judgement on her; yet any way, I will be remaining as neutral as I can. Kanchana is somewhat preplexed.
"I am sorry if my question upset you brother Z'ken," Kanchana apologizes. She doesn't dare ask yet if he thinks that the centaur "witch" might be a green mage. If she is indeed one then why in the Wold did she practice any blood rites??
"I don't wish to anger anyone but why doesn't anyone ask the trees what happend? I mean here the walls can talk - if you know how to ask them..." Now it is Kanchana who looks a little uncomfortable as she makes her suggestion. She thinks that may the druids here have already consulted the trees.
Kanchana really wishes that she could talk to the plants and trees, but alas she doesn't have the skill to do so yet.
Kanchana flinches as Amada (?) first insults Brahmah and then mentions kayleb. She fights the impulse to take a step back away from the area where the captive is.
((Stephen, long posts don't bother me at all. In fact the more detail the better; esp. for reasons of establishing a setting. The more we know the more we can react to if we wish. I also very much like the fact that you include a little concerning each player character. It proves that you as DM have read everyone's post and not just a few select posts. That increases the odds of a characters question or reaction getting a response in return rather than getting overlooked (unintentionally or otherwise). Stephen you are doing a good job so far.))
DM-IT Kup: Thanks! : )
But, now--not to correct a PC's "view" of things--but it might serve to re-read a couple of those most recent posts. For instance, it wasn't Z'ken who said that Amada had practiced blood-rites, but Horatio. Z'ken and Ha'mam both indicated, in their own ways, that there was no proof of that.
Flat-Top d20+4=24 Saturday April 9th, 2005 10:12:19 AM
OOC: Flat-top just rolled a natural 20 for Wilderness Lore. I hope this post don't mess you up.
Flat-top spots the female centaur all tied up "WHOA! Who's that tied to the tree? Is she the one your going to kill?" He is standing next to Kanchana as he listen to the Circle speakers discribes the murder sceen.
Flat-top ask the iner circle gang, "Bloodlitting?? Did you say Bloodletting? Do you mean thst the Three Victims drain of all their life Blood??"(Wilderness Lore 24)
Then to Kanchana, Gecktar, and Toros. Flat-top tell them "I think that they have Bigger Problems than this female Centaur!!"
Brahmah d20+3=8 d20+10=20 Sunday April 10th, 2005 6:31:30 AM
The minotaur cocks his head and moves closer to the 'witch'. "Your in no position to make challenges. And I take no satisfaction in watching a fellow taur suffer at the hands of her captures. Actually, I quite pitty your position. Besides, Kaylebs must be fought with honor and on equal footing. You are not equal. Your tied to a tree. I am free." He smiles and turns, looking back over his shoulder. "If your a murderer, you must take your punishment. If your not, I would hope you come to your senses."
He walks to the highest authority human in the bunch and speaks. "Is she being punished because she's a suspected witch, because she's a centaur or because she's a suspected murderer?" He attempts to read the human's demeanor. "Have you THOROUGHLY in vestigated the crime?" (Sense Motive 8, Listen 20)
Solgrin Sunday April 10th, 2005 6:32:48 AM
Solgrin tells Z'ken "I will be there shortly."
Solgrin looks to the Centaur Amada then says to her "I am a follower of Domi and have been Chosen by him to help try to bring all of the taurs together and work out the misunderstandings between our races."
Solgrin will walk calmly over to the cerberus and ask "can you sense who killed Fienz?"
Kale Sunday April 10th, 2005 10:30:48 AM
after entering the fort, Kale just gives the others a quick glance, then goes over to Flat-Top. "I need a drink." he tells Flat-Top. "Lets go find a tavern."
((OOC comment to DM IT Stephen)) Sunday April 10th, 2005 3:02:01 PM
((This is actually what is important in that post: "I don't wish to anger anyone but why doesn't anyone ask the trees what happend? I mean here the walls can talk - if you know how to ask them..."
Innocent 'Who said what mistakes' shouldn't be so central. Particularly since Kanchana was thinking it and one human pretty much looks the same as another! And finally a little FYI Dom and I live in Norway (Europe), there is a minimum 7 hour time difference between our little part of Europe and at least the Eastern seaboard so a good posting hour for you in the States is more than likely very unlucky for us, so don't expect any re-reading to occur over much. RL schedule doesn't leave much time to take leisure with reading long posts.))
DM-IT Kup: No problem, you can feel free to play Kanchana however you wish, of course.
I'm sorry if the long posts are inconvenient. I don't mean to make more "work," but rather to add to the game. If you don't like long posts--I thought you said you didn't mind them--I will, naturally, take that into consideration! : )
Addendum (borrowing Dom's log on to save a new post.)
I don't mind long posts at all. I prefer them to short posts containing little to no information in fact. The way I see it however is that descriptive posts are meant to be tools to help assist in creating decent responses. Asking for attention to detail is OK but it should not be the central thing that's all.
Descriptions are very important in deciding how to have a PC react.
My point is please don't expect a re-read to nit-pick for small details. 'Who said what' is a small detail all in all. Long posts aren't inconvenient, nit-picking through them for all details minor or otherwise is inconvenient; or causes more work as you put it. :)
Toros d20=12 Sunday April 10th, 2005 11:26:57 PM
Toros contributes to the performance of Zeoll, meanwhile he respondes to the interest of children with smile, and other times just simply watches around - the city, the cerberus, the captive centaur, and their hosts (Aid Another d20, 12>10).
When Zeoll offers goodberry to Amada, Toros will also offer some water. He has said nothing to the Centaur until that time. It is mostly because he cannot find good words to talk to her, and wants his deeds to speak for him. If she does not refuse the water she will help her to drink it.
Toros d20=12 Sunday April 10th, 2005 11:37:14 PM
Toros contributes to the performance of Zeoll, meanwhile he respondes to the interest of children with smile, and other times just simply watches around - the city, the cerberus, the captive centaur, and their hosts (Aid Another d20, 12>10).
When Zeoll offers goodberry to Amada, Toros will also offer some water. He has said nothing to the Centaur until that time. It is mostly because he cannot find good words to talk to her, and wants his deeds to speak for him. If she does not refuse the water she will help her to drink it.
Gecktar Monday April 11th, 2005 3:42:15 AM
Gecktar has suddenly a bad feeling about what is going on here... Two opposing forces growing. He can feel it in the air, and the female centaur is in part responsible of that.
'Why does she talk about false gods ?' he thinks 'was she talking about Domi ? Is there another power raising that she knows ?'
All theses questions come to Gecktar when he ears Kanchana talking about asking the trees. He knows that some powerful druids or cleric would be able to do it any personnaly regret to not have powerful divination prayers.
He then turn to Flat Top, "You're maybe right, but my feeling is that she is part of their problem. A big one indeeed..."
Gecktar seems to meditate his thoughts and follow the other where ever they go.
Flat-top Monday April 11th, 2005 7:50:49 AM
Flat-top listens to Gecktar and think about wat he said. "Hmmm! Gecktar you may be right, but I still would like to know about this blood letting???" Flat-top turns to Kale "I'm reary for that drink! Too much thinking for a fighter like me!" The center and the Minotaur are off to find some spirits.
Songs of the Motherland (DM-IT Kup) Monday April 11th, 2005 8:25:22 AM Only missing Leets after the weekend, so it seemed appropriate to press on--again, to give everyone as much time as possible to read and react before the Tuesday post.
Zeoll wished he could remember more about witches. But something just did not sound right. ooc: Another poor bardic knowledge check--rats! But if you let me know specifically what Zeoll would like to "recall" about witches, maybe we can come up with a more appropriate skill roll. : ) BTW: there are still "three to four hours of sunlight" remaining until sunset. He decided to stay with the centaur. He sang haunting, beautiful melodies that recalled his memories of Centaur Isle, with Toros's accompaniment. Afterward, he offered a goodberry to the captive centaur Amada, with Toros offering water.
Amada kept her face turned away from the wemics as they sang their melancholy, evocative songs. Had they not touched her? Was her heart so hard as to ignore the memories of a distant homeland? But then the liontaurs offered the goodberry and water, and she turned her face back to them. The tears were streaming freely down her face from red, swollen eyes. "Who are you people?" she sobbed. "What--what do you want from me?" Zeoll sensed that his songs had reached her--perhaps she would now be more willing to speak.
Kanchana was somewhat perplexed. "I am sorry if my question upset you brother Z'ken," Kanchana apologized. "I don't wish to anger anyone but why doesn't anyone ask the trees what happend? I mean here the walls can talk - if you know how to ask them..."
"Ahh ... yes, yes of course, earth-sister," the old man replied, and glanced at Emtza and Ha'mam. "But I am afraid that speaking to the trees in that way is not part of our abilities. Fienz was the one most knowledgeable in such things. His loss is a terrible one for our hamlet."
Flat-top asked, "Did you say Bloodletting? Do you mean that the Three Victims were drained of all their life Blood??" Flat-top seemed to recall from his survivalist training that vampires sucked blood, and clearly suspected that was what was involved here.
"No, no," Z'ken replied hastily, and waved his hands and shook his head emphatically. "No, all this talk of blood-letting is purely conjecture. There is no proof that Amada was shedding blood for witchcraft--" he looked meaningfully at Horatio, the guard who had mentioned the topic earlier. "Not that there would be anything wrong with there being witches here in the valley, at least, not witches that didn't mean to harm anyone, that is ...." He trailed off as he looked at Ha'mam, who merely scowled, and Emtza, who raised surprised eyebrows. "No, although there was much blood spilled, there was no sign of a ... blood ritual or draining," he concluded lamely.
Brahmah refused to allow the captive centaur to provoke him, but smiled and turned, looking back over his shoulder at Amada. "If you're a murderer, you must take your punishment. If you're not, I would hope you come to your senses." And, perhaps she was at that--Brahmah could see that Zeoll's songs had sparked something in her, as the tears streamed down her face.
Brahmah spoke to the three human members of the "inner Circle": "Is she being punished because she's a suspected witch, because she's a centaur or because she's a suspected murderer? Have you THOROUGHLY investigated the crime?"
Z'ken, Ha'mam, and Emtza looked one to the other, before Emtza finally cleared her throat and spoke. When she did speak, her voice was level and even. "It was the Judgment of the Circle that Amada had murdered Fienz, Mehta, and Kerrar. She was not accused of being a witch and, I hope, not treated differently by the Circle by virtue of her being a taur. But the thought had occurred to us, when your group was sighted approaching the hamlet, that you might ask such questions about her treatment." Emtza looked at Ha'mam and Z'ken before continuing. "And, perhaps, your group might be able to satisfy itself that the Judgment of the Circle was proper--as a sort of an objective party. You are not of our Circle, of course, and, obviously, you ... share a common heritage with ... the convicted. In particular, there are those in the village who believe that Amada was a witch, and perhaps you could ... satisfy them ... that witchcraft does not ... pose a threat to our existence here."
Solgrin said to Amada, "I am a follower of Domi and have been Chosen by him to help try to bring all of the taurs together and work out the misunderstandings between our races." Amada, her face still wet with tears, looked from Solgrin to Zeoll, and back. "Domi? Bring all the taurs tog--but--" she stammered. "But I thought the liontaurs and minotaurs do not follow Domi. Do they?" She looked at Zeoll with confusion.
Solgrin followed the sound of the cerberus's howl into the central Whistal Tree. A large archway facing the courtyard opened at the base of the tree, as if the bark and insides of the tree had pulled back to form a natural hollow. Inside, a large, circular chamber opened to fill the center of the tree. Everburning torches provided ample illumination to the chamber without the danger of actual flame. A series of benches and tables ringed the room, and in the very center, a space had been cleared for three shrouded forms that lay neatly parallel to each other. At the feet of the center body, Bell-Mort-Laia kept up its mournful, three-part howl.
Solgrin asked the cerberus if it had any sense of who had killed its master. As before, Laia was the first head to regain a semblance of its decorum. "No," it admitted. "We are just so ... <hrrmm> so lost ... <hrrmm, hrrmm> I am sorry. With our master gone, we find it difficult even to ... <hrrmmm> to speak ...."
After entering the fort, Kale just gave the others a quick glance, then went over to Flat-Top. "I need a drink," he told Flat-Top. "Lets go find a tavern." The two, minotaur and centaur, sauntered through the fort hamlet. They quickly realized, however, that they would be hard-pressed to find a tavern in an outpost this small and secluded. They noticed there were only twenty-odd trees in the hamlet, which were clustered in four clumps around the central tree, and which were the only forms of habitation visible. They all seemed to be dwelling-places. None seemed to be stores or taverns, so far as they could tell. Instead, each of the four clusters of trees crowded around small, central wells. Families seemed to live in each of these trees, which each had an archway at its base that seemed to lead inside to living quarters. There was no tavern, no shops--not a single luxury.
ooc: I don't mean to swell Zeoll's head, but I wanted to point out a terrific bit of roleplaying in his last post, combined with some lucky skill rolls! No one says that you have to write the words to your song to attempt a Perform check--he just did it! And the roleplay was well crafted and reflected an appreciation for, and contribution to, the game world. That's what I consider important and valuable as a "narrative" DM. As a result, Zeoll might just find, whether the die rolls dictate it or not, that he will be successful in accomplishing whatever it was he was attempting with his performance. Make sense? Making the game more enjoyable and rich means, in my view, getting the benefit of that contribution. Just thought I'd share one last "behind the DM screen" comment so that everyone understands where I'm coming from. : )
Brahmah Monday April 11th, 2005 11:42:47 AM
The Chosen's Captain just shakes his head as the two go off to the tavern, knowing or at least realizing, that they might get into trouble in the hamlet.
Brahmah wanted to get free of these walls, with or without acquiring the knowledge they need, as soon as taurically(humanly) possible.
He looks down at Emtza, Ha'mam and Z'ken and says, "We will speak with the Circle, all of us. And perhaps, if it is possible, Amada can sit on the... meeting? I can be entirely objective when it calls for it. The Chosen can be neutral in this matter."
He walks back to the 'witch'. "We are the Chosen of Domi. All three races worship Domi, Tomi and Imod, he is One and the Same. He likes to be called Father too."
His mouth curles into a grin. He leans and and speaks quietly, "When I was younger, I'd as soon kill a centaur upon sight. Now...? I only have one murderous centaur in mind that I'd slaughter on the spot. My father's dishonorable killer."
His eyes drift. "Didn't even look my father in the eyes when he killed him... dagger in the back..." His eyes return to the bound centaur. "Sorry. Didn't mean to go so far... "
"If your innocent, let me know now. Please do not lie to me. If you know or saw who did kill them, let me know now. Please. We do want to help you in some way."
Zeoll d20+21=34 Monday April 11th, 2005 2:01:54 PM
Zeoll pauses at Brahmah's words, then adds softly, "Patience, good Captain. Give herr a moment to think."
To the captive centaur, Zeoll says, smiling slightly, "We arre who we say we arre -- serrvants of Domi. I know this to be trrue, because it was Domi himself who called me to serrve him."
"We came herre because we saw in a drream that people needed help. Maybe Domi sent us herre forr you. My guess is that we arre herre forr you and forr all the people of good will in this village. What we need to know is what happened. Tell us yourr storry, please."
[OOC: Thanks, Kup, for your kind words! Zeoll's Diplomacy check to get Amada to open up is 34.]
Flat-top Monday April 11th, 2005 7:59:53 PM
As the odd duet (Minotaur and Centaur) roam around town, looking for a tavern of some kind. Flat-top tells Kale "There's nothing around that even look like wine! Boy! I guess this is what they call a Dry Town?? But the building are beautiful and cool."
Kanchana Monday April 11th, 2005 8:07:05 PM
Kanchana nods. "Oh, too bad..." she answers simply to the reply that they cannot talk to the trees.
She now knows that this "murder problem" has just gotten that much more difficult. Trees don't hide things, people do...
"Are there any physical signs of how the people died?" Kanchana asks as respectfully as she can.
Kanchana figures that if the trees cannot tell the story; because no one can speak to them, then maybe the bodies can?? (Kanchana is more or less thinking along the lines of 'autopsy evidence'; at least obvious signs of attack via some form of weaponry; mundane or natural.)
She doesn't really want to ask to see the bodies because that might seem extremely disrespectful of her.
Off on a different tangent Kanchana wonders if this place really holds any of the answers she personally seeks; these druids seem to have less interest in green growing things. She had hoped for more.
Kanchana is also unhappy that the Chosen have stumbled across yet another problem situation. They seem to have "all the luck" when it comes to "finding" the bad situations. She remembers vividly what happend after Domisha was born. She really doesn't want any enemies among the druids, it's bad enough to have half the Taur clergy of Domi after your blood!
Toros d20=10 Monday April 11th, 2005 11:45:33 PM
Toros maintains his meaningful silence, knowing that his presence here and now alone supports Zeoll, Brahmah and even the captive Centaur.
(another Aid Another check, 10)
Gecktar Tuesday April 12th, 2005 3:33:03 AM
Gecktar turn to Z'Ken and says "Would you like us to investigate about this crime ? Maybe finding a proof of the culpability of the taur will enhance the autority of the circle as in his inner wisdom you already find that she is guilty. But finding a proof that she is not the murderer will allow us to save a life which is the more important for Mother Wold..."
"What do you think about that ?"
Kale Tuesday April 12th, 2005 6:43:32 AM
Kale looks at one of the buildings Flat-Top points out and says "I guess they are, but they would be cooler if one of them had something to drink!" then, leaving Flat-Top for a moment, Kale walks up to the nearest person and asks "Is there anyplace here that me and my friend can get a drink?"
Flat-top Tuesday April 12th, 2005 8:20:48 AM
Flat-top also stop a female (she carrying a basket of veggies), he ask her as to where, in this town, Could he and the Minotaur could get a nice cool drink?. The female points to the Well in the cenyer of the circle of trees (their homes. Flat-top smiles at her, "I thank you, My Lady!"
As Flat-top trots back to Kale, he mumbles to himself. "I had to ask!!"
Brahmah Tuesday April 12th, 2005 9:11:25 AM
He waits to see what all the questions from the Chosen uncover.
Leets Tuesday April 12th, 2005 10:38:18 AM
The Centaur paladin first wonders why Domi sent him there with his fellows Chosen.
What could look like a witch hunt finally appeared to have investigations led, and the captive was obviously an heretic....
However, while syanding behind Solgrin, Leets is astonished by what Amada says...
"What??? What part of the Taur Islands can be so lost that your very soul remains blind to the reality that is ours!"
"As true as the sun rises every morning, the Allmighty Father of the Taur race stands three-in-one and one-in-three, Imod, Tomi and Domi!"
"When the day will come when I will join Domi in his eternal light, the only thing I'll be proud of is the friendship that ties each of us in this group."
"Like every Taur in this place tonight, you'll have to finally see the truth: Minotaurs and Wemics are our brothers and sisters, and together, we are the three faces of one and only glorious race."
Solgrin d20=19 Tuesday April 12th, 2005 6:17:12 PM
"Bell-Mort-Laia, I am deeply grieve for your loss. Shall we try to make sure the true person responsible for Fienz's death? I am concearned that the others may have jumped to conclusions without investigating the deaths carefully enough. Would Fienz want the wrong person punished?" Solgrin tells Bell-Mort-Laia.
**** Diplomacy 19 ****
The Circle Inquest (DM-IT Kup) Tuesday April 12th, 2005 10:03:26 PM
Brahmah looked down at Emtza, Ha'mam and Z'ken and said, "We will speak with the Circle, all of us. And perhaps, if it is possible, Amada can sit on the... meeting? I can be entirely objective when it calls for it. The Chosen can be neutral in this matter."
The Three of the inner Circle nodded. "Yes, yes, perhaps that is what's called for," Z'ken agreed. "We will call for another Circle tonight. The moons will be full again and our Decision will be blessed by the Mother." Z'ken smiled. "I see that one of your number--" he indicated the piebald form of Flat-top, who was trotting his way around the Council Tree with Kale-- "Is already dressed for the occasion."
Brahmah walked back to the 'witch' and told her about the Chosen, and his father. Amada shook her head mutely, as if to deny that Brahmah had overstepped, and listened attentively, her red-rimmed green eyes glistening. "If you're innocent, let me know now. Please do not lie to me. If you know or saw who did kill them, let me know now. Please. We do want to help you in some way."
To the captive centaur, Zeoll also explained the Chosen's mission, and said, smiling slightly, "What we need to know is what happened. Tell us yourr storry, please." Toros maintained his meaningful silence. Leets, too, corrected Amada as to the "proper" place of Domi, Tomi, and Imod, and the unity of the taurs. Amada appeared stunned by all of this.
Meanwhile, Kanchana was addressing Z'ken. "Are there any physical signs of how the people died?" Kanchana asked him, as respectfully as she could.
"Please, you can see for yourselves," Z'ken gestured toward the Council Tree.
Gecktar turned to Z'Ken and said, "Would you like us to investigate about this crime ? Maybe finding a proof of the culpability of the taur will enhance the authority of the circle as in his inner wisdom you already find that she is guilty. But finding a proof that she is not the murderer will allow us to save a life which is the more important for Mother Wold... What do you think about that ?"
Z'ken rubbed a hand along his neck and nodded. "Er, yes, well, that's right. The idea was that you could ... assure yourselves ... that we were not mistreating one of your own." Ha'mam spoke up. "Z'ken, I told you, this was a bad idea!" But Z'ken waved him down once more and addressed himself to Gecktar again. "Yes, that would be fine. Investigate, come back here this evening with your answers, and we will hold another Circle so that all may assess what you have learned."
The odd duo of Flat-top and Kale roamed around the fort. Kale looked at the "buildings"--they are all trees, hundreds of feet tall--as Flat-Top pointed them out and said, "I guess they are cool, but they would be cooler if one of them had something to drink!" Kale walked up to the nearest person and asked "Is there anyplace here that me and my friend can get a drink?" The woman carrying a basket of veggies pointed to the well in the center of the circle of trees. Flat-top smiled at her, "I thank you, My Lady!" Flat-top mumbled to himself. "We had to ask!!" ooc: LOL! Classic! And, as it happens, exactly right! : )
In the Council Tree, Solgrin addressed the Cerberus. "Bell-Mort-Laia, I am deeply grieved for your loss. Shall we try to make sure of the true person responsible for Fienz's death? I am concerned that the others may have jumped to conclusions without investigating the deaths carefully enough. Would Fienz want the wrong person punished?" The Cerberus shook its heads in agreement.
Having heard from liontaur, minotaur, and even centaur of the Chosen's theology, Amada appeared amazed. She turned back to Zeoll, and spoke slowly and carefully. "It has been many years since I left our homeland in search of knowledge. I had no idea that ... creatures, such as yourselves, existed. Truly, if minotaurs and wemics have discarded their blasphemies and mindless hatreds for centaurs, and have come to embrace Domi, I am glad of it. It is time that those races learned to set aside their hatreds and distorted views."
She looked about the yard and lowered her voice, and the taurs speaking with her had to lean in to hear: "There are secrets here that I have sworn to keep, and that I dare not reveal, even now. And there are other things ... things I have learned ... that I fear to tell, for fear that the telling will make a truth of them. Things are not as they seem. I do not know the manner of the three villagers' deaths--nor do I know for certain what caused my own wounds. But I fear ... I fear ...." She stopped herself. "I dare not say it. I have committed no crime--at least, I do not think I have ... sometimes, I am unsure. Visions have come to me today, of blood, and rending. A call of violence--a lust in my heart that was not there before. I would not have killed them! ... But then, I cannot recall ...."
She lapsed into silence and looked toward the western sky, and the late afternoon sun that was beginning its slide toward the horizon. There were now just a few hours, perhaps no more than two or three, before sunset. "There is not much time. If I am right, then with the setting of the sun, you will all be in grave danger." She looked back at the taurs, and her eyes were wide and wild. "Please! Leave me to die! It is no more than I deserve! You will all be in great peril! What happened at the hut last night will happen again, and there will be no way to stop it! Go to the hut, and you will see--perhaps you will understand! Go, before it is too late!"
OOC: EVERYONE, PLEASE READ JERRY'S POST ON LnB FROM TODAY REGARDING THE LOSS OF LYNN BECK, A WOLDIAN AND A WONDERFUL PERSON. WE WILL BE OBSERVING AN HOUR OF SILENCE ON THIS BOARD IN MEMORY OF LYNN WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, FROM 12:00 PM TO 1:00 PM WOLDIAN (CDT).
Gecktar d20+7=16 d20+5=19 Wednesday April 13th, 2005 2:54:57 AM
Gecktar looks to the other Chosen. "Maybe investigating the hut should be our first task." Gecktar turn to Kale and Flat-Top "would you dare come with me. I thing we could use your talents friend Kale."
Waiting for an answer he will go for the hut be before says to Z'ken "We have not much time until the night. So please forgive our haste to try to find some clues."
If some Chosen come with him he will wispers to them "Don't you have heard things about this disease some call lycanthropy ? Z'ken talked about the full moon, Amada talked about not recalling what happened... That sounds odd for me."
(OOC Knowledge religion 16 and Arcana 19 to remember some things about lycanthropy)
Kale Wednesday April 13th, 2005 6:59:48 AM
Kale looks at the well, then tells Flat-Top "I was hoping for something stronge." then, hearing Gecktar's request, Kale shrugs his shoulders and says "Sure. What dirty deed needs to be done now?"
Leets d20+9=21 Wednesday April 13th, 2005 7:22:39 AM
Leets nods at Gecktar.
"I don't like the idea of you being alone at night in this place...Especially if there is some kind of feral beast lurking around...I come with you."
On the way he says:
"I've been hearing tales about werewolves or such beasts, when when I was younger and sheperds would gather around the campfire at night...Maybe it could be such a creature..."
(Knowledge: Religion: 21)
Flat-top Wednesday April 13th, 2005 7:35:58 AM
Flat-top Draw some water from the bucket, then cups his hands and drinks some water. Tells Kale "Well I am thirsty." Smiling at the woman, "Thank-yiu, my Lady."
Gecktar has ask both Kale and himself to go to the hut with him, The cleric want to see the sceen. Also ask about a Disease? "Sure I'll go with you, I don't this thing you call Limycanthroupiy. I'm not a healer. I just get taurs out of trouble."
When Leets starts to mention Werewolves and such creature, "Whoa! Are you kidding?? I heard they were killed by a bunch of vanpires!"
ooc: I meant to miss speled the Disease Lancanthropy.
Brahmah Wednesday April 13th, 2005 8:57:22 AM
Brahmah nods to the three humans and moves on.
Coming to stand, finally, with the Chosen centaurs. "Shapeshifters!? That could be it. They seem worried about evening and night-fall." He turns to Flat-top when he mentions vampires and slaps him hard on the shoulder. He says in a hushed tone, "By Gargul! If I see ONE vampire in this hamlet I'm blaming you! Bad enough there's one working at the Catacombs!" He gives the centaur a cursing look. "Damn it Flats, now I'll be thinking about them everytime a bat screeches or a wolf howls." He smirks, but is truly fearful and unequipped for such a thing.
Must by silver weapons! He thinks seriously.
An Hour of Silence - DM Donna Wednesday April 13th, 2005 1:12:54 PM
This board will now observe an hour of silence in honor of Lynn Beck (and her husband Dave) who was taken away from The Wold before her time...
Good-bye Dave & Lynn Beck - DM Donna Wednesday April 13th, 2005 2:13:13 PM
The hour of silence is over now. Posting may resume. Thank you and let's all hope for the best for young Alex Beck.
Kanchana Wednesday April 13th, 2005 5:58:37 PM
Kanchana will immediately go to the council tree to study the bodies intently and to look very carefully for any and all wounds (no matter what the source) and any broken bones or discoloration (like bruises) on all of the corpses. Kanchana will take as much time as she can until she has witnessed all of the physical evidence (even maybe collected some??) that is possible to see.
(I hope I can take 20 on the spot check and search check at least, and even the healing check (used to "mimick" a surface only "autopsy".) I will roll if it is necessary of course.)
Zeoll d20+8=24 d20+5=19 Wednesday April 13th, 2005 7:44:46 PM
Zeoll thanks Amada for her honesty qand help. he urges the Chosen to follow her advice and head for the hut she mentioned.
Once there, Zeoll takes a good look around. [Spot 24]
He also tries to think of any dangers he has heard legend of that would match the hints Amada has let fall. [Bard Lore 19]
Toros d20=18 Wednesday April 13th, 2005 8:08:49 PM
Once more, Toros will do his best to aid others who seems to be knowing what they are looking for better than him. (d20, 18)
T-CSI (DM-IT Kup) Wednesday April 13th, 2005 10:57:36 PM Chosen: check your e-mail for a map.
Gecktar suggested that the Chosen investigate the hut. (OOC: Knowledge: religion and Arcana for lycanthropy? I'm not sure that fits ... undead, maybe, but lycanthropy is different--possibly a disease, possibly involving animals or magical beasts ... of the standard knowledge skills, it sounds most like a Knowledge: nature check to me.) He searched his memories of religious events for stories or tidbits about lycanthropy, but could come up only with the most general of things: beasts that were half-humanoid, half-monster, almost like ... a taur? No, these were hybrids from head to toe; wolves, and sometimes others.
Kale agreed to join Gecktar, as did Leets. Leets, too, remembered tales from his youth of werewolves and the like. Flat-top joined them as well, along with Brahmah, who was concerned about anyone bringing trouble down upon the hamlet by mentioning a fell creature, and Toros, who was willing to help any who needed it (Toros, buddy, in the future, please specify who or what you hope to assist, okay? Great notion, though--I love Aid Another. Let's apply the roll next time--don't want to deprive you of a good roll. : ).
Zeoll also joined the group heading to the hut, and tried to think of any dangers he had heard legend of that would match the hints Amada has let fall. Well, the others had mentioned lycanthropy, he reasoned: full moons and attacks at night certainly could fit that. Then again, perhaps Flat-Top had been right to suspect vampires--there were legends aplenty about night-stalking blood-drinkers. But what about these other things that Amada had mentioned? A place where things were not what they seemed? Zeoll had heard rumors of a tavern in Plateau City that specialized in catering to the rich and elite by providing customized illusions to fulfill fantasies; was this something similar? This place was unusual; try as he might, Zeoll had never heard of any druidic settlement like it before. Yes, the druids of Centaur Isle lived in Whistal Trees--but not like this! Just what would it take to build and sustain something like this, anyway? And what of Amada's death-wish? Was she simply despondent about the deaths, nursing a secret guilt--a secret guilt ... what was that she had said, about secrets she dared not reveal? Who in the Wold feared disclosure so much that they kept their secrets to the grave? Witches were a secretive, mysterious lot; was it true, then, what the villagers suspected? Was Amada a witch, and a murderer at that?
Meanwhile, Kanchana went to the Council Tree to study the bodies. (Kanchana, you may, of course, "take 20" on the search of the bodies--but is Kanchana trained in Healing? I'll assume yes (I don't have character sheets). Otherwise, it's like a non-doctor performing the "surface autopsy.") She carefully removed the simple sheets that covered the bodies and looked over the mangled human forms that lay beneath. At the sight of its master's ripped and lifeless face, Bell-Mort-Laia's howls erupted anew, echoing through the council chamber and reverberating through the hamlet.
The bodies were of three humans: one, in the middle, was that of an elderly man--this had apparently been Fienz--the others were those of two middle-aged women. All three were horribly mangled and disfigured. Long, jagged wounds raked across faces, arms, throats, and torsos. The forearms were torn apart and dangled flesh and broken bits of bone. Each of the three throats had been completely ripped out. Long, parallel wounds ran along the faces, with the flesh that hung, limp and pale, barely covering the bone and bits of muscle and tendons beneath. The bodies all showed extreme signs of bruising, all along the backs of each of the limbs and especially the backs--Kanchana puzzled over this for a time until she realized--rigor mortis, of course! The blood that was left in the bodies had all pooled on the sides that had lain on the floor. Not that there was much blood left in the bodies--each of the three had been fairly disemboweled, and left little in the body cavity to retain blood. It was difficult to make any more assumptions about the nature of the deaths with the bodies removed from the site of the deaths, yet one thing was clear--these three people were savagely attacked.
While Kanchana performed her careful examination, several of the other taurs asked for directions to Amada's hut. It lay several hundred yards roughly southeast of the gate, they were told; follow the path past the wild corn and the oats to the stand of pines, and traverse the creek to the middle of the wood. The taurs set off with the slowly sinking sun at their backs. The sounds of the late afternoon in the valley were peaceful and soporific; insects hummed and buzzed through the tall, wild plants, and here and there, the telltale hop or slither of a larger animal joined in. Wild plants and herbs created a dizzying array of scents. As they passed into the pines, a hush descended about them, born of the whispering wood--and the reek of death.
The hut was visible ahead. It was a small, round affair, made of rough-hewn wood and a thatched roof. Unlike the other structures here in the valley, it did not appear grown, but rather assembled, if still made with care. On one side, planted in view of a clearing in the woods that admitted some sun, a small, disheveled herb garden grew. The entrance to the hut faced the garden, but even from here, as the taurs approached, the blood splatters were clear. Flat-top and Gecktar knew it first; a heartbeat later, Leets, Brahmah, and Kale could look at each other as well with the shared, unhappy knowledge from a hundred-hundred battlefields:
There had been carnage here.
Gecktar Thursday April 14th, 2005 3:18:47 AM
Seeing the scene, Gecktar looks around in search of clues about who did this carnage.
"Brahamh ? Do you see special tracks ? I'm not sure this fight involved humans... but maybe beasts."
Gecktar then enters the hut and search inside for any unusual object...
(Search 22 take 20)
Solgrin d20+8=17 d20+5=24 d20+4=7 Thursday April 14th, 2005 4:14:27 AM
Leaving Bell-Mort-Laia with the bodies Solgrin follows the other Chosen to Amada's hut. Once there Solgrin will cast Detect magic, Solgrin then starts to move about slowly looking around carefully.
**** Concentration: 17 Search: 24 Spot: 7 ****
(Kanchana OOC to DM IT) Thursday April 14th, 2005 4:56:08 AM
((Heck yeah Kanchana is trained in Healing. :) Heal 12 (and (just in case) Profession: Herbalist 12 and Knowl. Nature 12). She is more or less THE healer in the group. ;) Incedentally the skill ranks in healing et.al. that she has is why I try and use mundane healing over magical healing whenever I can; to save the wand charges! P.S. Stephen, what is that "large rug" in front of Amada's hut on the map? Is it the herb garden?))
DM-IT Kup: Yes, the "rug" is supposed to be the herb garden. The big round circle is supposed to be a hut. There's no visible "well" here--just the creek, which is off of the map (assume it's about 50 yards away to the northwest).
Brown squiggle was supposed to be a path. Green circles were supposed to be trees. And I was supposed to be clearer about all of that. Sorry.
Sheesh. : )
Kanchana (Kanchana goes CSI!) d20+12=24 d20+12=23 d20+3=5 Thursday April 14th, 2005 5:14:24 AM
((Stephen please interpret the OOC comment with humor. It was meant to be a little funny.))
Kanchana studies the massive wounds and the mangled corpses. She is amazed that there was any blood left to cause lividity.
"Calm down please Bell-Mort-Laia. I have to do this to try and find out who or what murdered your master. I am sorry that it distresses you."
Kanchana carefully holds her paw out over the wounds (claws out and spread as if attacking) to try and see if a wemic sized creature could have done this; or even if the rabid dire wolves the Chosen encountered could have done this! She mimics claw attacks through the air above the wounds (NOT touching the corpses as she does so!) to try and see if the attacks were done by something used to making such attacks. Her movements follow the pattern of the wounds. She is trying to gain insight into the order of the attacks (what came first and so on). Since the bodies were moved and laid out she has quite a bit of work ahead of her! Kanchana suspects either a large wolf-like being, a cursed creature of some sort (werebeast); or even possibly a large cat-like being! (Oh dear!)
(Heal check 24, Knowl. Natur 23, Search 5... I can only hope that the 2 first rolls count the most!)
Toros Thursday April 14th, 2005 5:30:04 AM
Hearing the confessions of the captive Centaur Toros will cast Elven Vision on himself and start searching for any secret doors or passages, as much as an Elf can do. He will try to get a sense of, if any, things that might be well hidden behind the things on the surface, starting the place where the big well is and ending where the hut and herb garden is.
Toros-OOC Thursday April 14th, 2005 6:47:27 AM
BTW, Kup, do you think we can make use of the Seal of Flying from the Golden Tap?
DM-IT Kup: I don't see why not. I don't have any experience with "seals," but I certainly know what you're talking about and the context in which Toros obtained it. Jim, Cayzle, anyone--any reason Toros can't add his Gold Tap "seal" to his CS?
Update: got an answer. Yes, Toros, if you wish to add your seal to your CS, you may use it. Fun! (When you post its use, remind us of its power description from the Tap.)
Leets d20+4=20 Thursday April 14th, 2005 9:16:36 AM
The Centaur paladin knows the smell of blood will be stronger as he gets closer.
"I knew there would be blood in this place...Remember the red moon..."
Looking on the ground, Leets will try to see the traces of a beast or predator (profession: herdsman = 20). He will also see if Managarm seems to find the scent of the beast....
Kale d20+7=21 d20+7=17 Thursday April 14th, 2005 9:25:19 AM
Kale will go over to the area that contains the biggest blood stains and beging to search for signs of what might of happened(looking for prints, discared weapons, pieces of hair, that sort of thing, search check of 21, spot check of 17)
Flat-top Thursday April 14th, 2005 11:20:37 AM
Flat-top rubs his head, "Why did you hit me for?? Just because you are afriad of B-A-T-S!" Flat-top his hand together, locking his thumbs together and waves his hand(like a flying bat) "Wooo! Wooo!"
Turn to Leets Telling him "Don't you start! with 'red Moons'. The next thing Your going to tell me is 'Look out there's a Vampiretaur behind me!"
He goes to where the scuffle seen to have been "Look this is the crime sceen?"
Paw'Caw(ceil) Thursday April 14th, 2005 11:23:55 AM
Paw'caw who has found a nice place to nest in the tallest tree in the village. After all it is going on sunset time.
Managram(ceil) d20+5=20 d20+5=25 Thursday April 14th, 2005 11:28:38 AM
Managram will follow Leets (his master) every where he goes. The dog alway spot for any sign of a bone and listens for any other dog to steal any such Bone.
OOC: Spot 20 - Listens 25.
Roz(Ceil) Thursday April 14th, 2005 11:32:11 AM
Roz is restless because her master is running around so much. So the little dragon will tickle Silgum's ear and ask "Are you going to stop soon, I need my beauty sleep!"
Elder(ceil) Thursday April 14th, 2005 11:36:05 AM
Elder has eaten himself into a stuper, the weasel settles in his speacial pouch and just sleeps. "ZZZZ snort! ZZZZ yum yum ZZZZ"
OOC: Dreaming about shiny things and Food.
Croc(ceil) Thursday April 14th, 2005 11:42:56 AM
Poor Croc, he has such little legs and he's always running after this taur with the yellow soft food.
As he is running after Zeoll again, he smells water?? Sure enough there some water over there. 'Hmmm! that's where I'm staying for the night!'. He heads for the water and the deepest part of the wet stuff.
OOC: that's so Croc woun't hear Zeoll call him, untill Crock is good and ready to come out of the water.
Zeoll d20+8=16 Thursday April 14th, 2005 1:58:16 PM
Zeoll smiles as his Croc heads for water. He should be safe there.
The druid/bard looks the scene over. Not having any talent at tracking, and not wanting to disturb any evidence, he keeps watch, looking for intruders both from the house and from all around. [OOC: Spot 16]
Brahmah d20+14=18 d20+12=29 Thursday April 14th, 2005 2:05:13 PM
OOC: I suggest, Toros, you save any seals or the like for when it is absolutely useful. Currently, we are fine.
The minotaur shakes his head coming upon the scene. "That single female DIDN'T do ALL this." Exclaims the ranger. "This is clearly something more."
He looks at the bodies. "These wounds were not made with a shark weapon." He says with almost positive tones. "Too jagged. Too inaccurate."
He thinks for a moment, and says, looking at Gecktar. "Any clear tracks would likely be damaged or gone with the Circle scalking around here. Not to say they didn't look, but to say that they may not have been careful." The minotaur looks around and slowly shifts a body so not to desturb any tracks UNDER them. (tracking for proof of centaur under the body. surviival 18 vs centaurs) "The bodies haven't been here long and the tracks would still be fresh." He thinks.
He then looks at the soles of the three dead peoples shoes or boots to be able to eliminate theirs from any other human tracks that might have been near the corpses, or under them. (tracking humans, Survival 29)
He figures if it was an animal attack that the animals would drag and tear to feed, smearing and damaging tracks. Humans often move murder victims too, while looting.
DM-IT Kup: just to throw a quick clarification out there--the bodies are with Kanchana in the council chamber of the Council Tree, back at Fort Arbor. The taurs investigating the hut are several hundred yards outside of the fort. Not that Brahmah couldn't draw similar conclusions from the dried blood and gore at the hut-site.
We now return you to your previously-scheduled T-CSI
Scenes of a Crime (DM-IT Kup) Thursday April 14th, 2005 10:48:12 PM
Gecktar entered the hut through a tall, open doorway. The door had been a loose collection of logs at best, but now it was little more than splinters. It had been ripped completely from its hinges and its parts scattered across the area. The hut seemed like it would be airy and light on most occasions--there were windows facing in all four directions, and a smoke-hole in the roof--but now, with the fading light and pallor of death, it appeared gloomy and dim.
The interior of the hut was lined with shelves, several of which had been upended and their contents spilled across the floor. On the left side of the door, shelves of books lined the walls; most of the volumes dealt with botany and arcane subjects. The owner of these books was obviously an herbalist, and at least a few, from the descriptions on the spines, seemed to be collected notes. Others dealt with tracking and survival in the wilderness; here, too, there were several volumes with lettering in the same, neat hand along their bindings. One book from among this collection of lore of the wild was missing from its place.
There was a centaur-sized cot that had been positioned along the wall immediately to the door's right. Now, that cot lay flipped over and broken on the floor. Beneath one end of it, that had fallen across the firepit, Gecktar saw the edge of a book. Lifting the book up carefully by its edges, Gecktar could see that a large section of its middle pages had been ripped out and the book itself had been badly burnt. Gecktar could just make out the letters on the spine: "L-GEN-- OF -HE WILD -OL. --- -----CHAN----, --C-N--R-P-, ------ & F--I-----." In the firepit, the ashes of burnt pages scattered at the gentle probing of a taur hoof.
On the far wall stood shelf upon shelf of bottles, flasks, and containers of various shapes, sizes, and colors. Strange odors seemed to waft from these containers. Removing a stopper or two, Gecktar took a tentative sniff and confirmed his initial suspicions; these were potions of various kinds (indeed, some of the containers had been smashed and their contents seeped down the wall behind them). Whatever system of organization their owner kept was a mystery to Gecktar; there were no apparent labels or clear system for sorting. Alongside many of these potions were also containers of dried leaves, and more viscous materials that looked like salves or ointments of some kind. These containers were made of a very peculiar kind of wood that seemed to glow with vitality in the half-light. It was all very curious.
Outside the hut, Solgrin cast Detect magic and started to move about slowly looking around carefully. Solgrin detected no immediate signs of magic outside the hut apart from the familiar items that his fellows carried--but several items within the hut were radiating the presence of magic. Poking his head within, where Gecktar stood, Solgrin noticed that many of the vials on the far wall radiated magic of various kinds.
Toros cast Elven Vision on himself and start searching for any secret doors or passages, as much as an Elf could do. Although his elf-like senses detected nothing hidden like a secret door, he did notice that the initial appearance of the garden as disheveled was not accurate. Really, only one part of the herb garden was disheveled; it was as if a particular row of herbs had been trampled and ripped out by their roots. The herbs were neatly organized into rows, and there seemed to be a logic to them ... but then, herbs weren't really Toros's thing. (Are they?)
Looking on the ground, Leets tried to see the traces of a beast or predator. There were many tracks around the hut, and discerning their identity was made more difficult by the degree of traffic. There were centaur tracks, clearly--Leets recognized those--and many human tracks. There was something else here, too--animal tracks, it seemed to him. There were many such tracks, in many places around the hut. They were sizeable--and they were not cattle.... Managarm seems to find the scent of the beast.... Managram sniffed and growled--the scent of blood, and something foreign, was heavy on this place.
Flat-top looked over what appeared to be the "crime scene." The main bloodshed appeared to have taken place just outside the entrance to the hut. Blood splatters and gore still coated the ground and surrounded the doorframe. It was a gruesome scene, but more than that. Flat-top had seen many battles, but few where so much of the bodies of the defeated had been torn. It was ... animal. Almost gleeful.
Zeoll looked the scene over. Not having any talent at tracking, and not wanting to disturb any evidence, he kept watch, looking for intruders both from the house and from all around. He saw none but themselves, however, in the fading light of the day that trickled through the woods.
Brahmah shook his head coming upon the hut-site and the drying blood and gore that coated the doorway and ground outside the hut. "That single female DIDN'T do ALL this," exclaimed the ranger. "This is clearly something more." He looked around for tracks. Like Leets, he saw many human tracks here, and centaur's--and something else. Brahmah squinted and lowered his head to the ground: some of the human tracks were misshapen. There were claw marks here, and the feet were longer and thinner than a typical human's foot. Some were larger, some smaller--more than one creature had made these tracks, that was certain. And there were two other tracks--a particularly large set of the elongated humanoid tracks, and another, like--like a boar's?
Could a boar have caused this carnage? It didn't seem likely. And yet--how else to explain this strange set of tracks?
Meanwhile, back at the council chamber, Kanchana was carefully holding her paw out over the wounds (claws out and spread as if attacking) to try and see if a wemic sized creature could have done this; or even if the rabid dire wolves the Chosen encountered could have done this! She mimicked claw attacks through the air above the wounds to try and see if the attacks were done by something used to making such attacks.
Claw attacks could have made these marks--indeed, they seemed to make the most sense. And more--the marks could not have been made by a hoof. A hoof was too blunt, too rounded--these marks were jagged, and thin. Those marks around the necks, too--teeth made those marks, Kanchana felt certain--sharp teeth. Liontaurs had such teeth, to be sure--but generally, a wemic's bite was rounded from its humanoid face. These bite marks were long, thin--and savage. A creature with a snout, then; dire wolves could certainly have done that.
But what about the marks on the arms? Defensive wounds, it would seem. Kanchana twisted and raised her arms to approximate the posture in which they may have been made. An attack from below would have come ... here ... at chest level, with the arms like so ... but no, these wounds were made with the arms higher--to protect the neck. The attacker was of a height with these humans. Big, then, and probably bipedal, judging by those marks--a beast, that was bipedal, with a snout, and vicious enough to take down a full-grown human? Kanchana nodded knowingly. She strongly suspected werewolves.
A chill swept over her suddenly from the doorway. The Council Chamber's entrance faced roughly eastward, but the Wold's shadow against the sky was deepening in its purple hues--night was not far off. There, in the east, the faintest hint of moonsglow was beginning to show. The two full moons would rise with the setting of the sun.
Brahmah Friday April 15th, 2005 1:56:27 AM
Brahmah tells the Chosen what he found and suspects. Then listens to Kanchana's thoughts (assuming she says anthing). "Damn. I knew it. Were-creatures...!" He says, socking Flat-top in the shoulder rather hard and giving him a sharp look with narrowed eyes. "I saw a boar or wild pig print... could it be a gang of were-beasts?" He askes outloud to no one particular.
"Well..." He begins. "...maybe we should stay out in this area through the night and possibly we could catch a creature and even protect the evidence we found?" He pauses as he moves toward the house, which he doesn't enter just yet. "Kanchana, how can we preserve the prints?"
He looks at the centaurs of the Chosen. "No centaur was among the carnage, no scuffle with a centaur happened here.... by my knowledge."
Toros Friday April 15th, 2005 3:16:12 AM
Toros contributes to Brahmah's comments:
"It seems that these creatures were looking for something. Look at the herb garden, only one part of it is disheveled; it is as if a particular row of herbs is trampled and ripped out by their roots. The herbs are neatly organized into rows, and there seems to be a logic to them, these herbs are important somehow but I can not figure it out. "
"And I think it is almost the same thing inside the hut, look at this mess and devastation..." Toros concludes his comments, having a brief look inside the hut.
Glancing at the last lights of the sun, and starting to worry about what might be expecting the town and taurs with the coming of night, he then waits for others to share what they have learnt... Meanwhile, he cannot help but murmur, last light of sun, last night of some
OOC: Chosen, recently Toros has received a Seal of Flying. It is a powerful seal, which gives all party members the ability to fly for 10 minutes (like the third level spell). If you have any suggestion for how/when to use/not to use this seal, please do not hesitate to tell it.
Flat-top Friday April 15th, 2005 7:39:38 AM
Flat-top rubs his arm, Thinking out loud, Flat-top starts mumbling "We found tracks that looks like a boar,only byped? A wereboar? what else could make track like that?" Turning to Zeoll, the center ask "Zeoll! Remember the Purple Wine Bandit? He turned out to be a Alcoholic Satyr? Could there be a Were Satyr??".
Brahmah Friday April 15th, 2005 7:43:24 AM
Brahmah looks at Flat-top, "Alcoholic Satyr?!" He askes with a smile.
"Maybe the herbs were just something these creatures valued."
DM-IT Kup, clarification Friday April 15th, 2005 9:31:07 AM ooc: Just to make clear again--Kanchana is with the bodies back at the Council Tree in the center of Fort Arbor. She is at least a quarter of a mile away from the rest of the group at the hut as a flying wemic would travel, possibly more. She is not in conversational distance, and probably not even within really, really loud shouting distance. No, she is all alone ... with several bodies ... that the group apparently suspects were attacked by one or more lycanthropes ... with the moons rising ....
Might she be within really, really loud SCREAMING distance? ; )
Also, just a reminder: the DM Post for today will likely come by around 4 PM Woldian time. (CDT, -5 UT)
Toros - illegal second post Friday April 15th, 2005 10:35:13 AM
OOC: Sorry I was hoping to write this part, after others' posts, but there may not be another time for me to post so I feel the need to write it now.
Having talked with and listened to other Chosen, Toros will suggest that at least some of the Chosen return to the town, and warn Z'ken, Horatio and others about what could happen tonight. And also it would be good to talk with Amada one more time about what they have found here at her hut.
The time passes very quickly and they should get ready for the night. The Chosen can help the Hamlet, and the Hamlet can help Chosen. Also, the Chosen should keep an eye on the Captive Centaur, and even some of the humans. Anyone can turn into a were-thing, and anyone can be in dire-danger. He is also not feeling comfortable to leave any Chosen alone.
we were were, again he murmurs.
If he is agreed and accompanied, or if Kanchana is still alone, Toros will quickly go back to the Hamlet. He wants to talk with the town rulers. On the way he will talk to decide what to tell and not to tell to them.
He will tell or suggest to tell that the Hamlet can be in great danger tonight, and what happened last night can happen again in a few hours. The Taurs and Town-people should work together to prevent this.
And, if everything goes well until this time, Toros will ask to town rulers whether they can provide Chosen some equipment, magic or herb support?
OOC: Dear GM, If the reply to this question is "yes", could you please provide a list of readily available items like some potions, scrolls, weapons, wolfsbane etc from the Hamlet.
Kale Friday April 15th, 2005 10:42:22 AM
not finding any clues to what he was looking for(no response to my post), Kale will go inside with Gecktar and say "Find anything good in here? I guess the people who lived here wont need their belongings anymore."
DM-IT Kup: oops! Sorry, Kale. As you all can tell, I make a point of trying to respond to each player's post. But there was a lot of private traffic on the board yesterday, yours got squeezed between several other messages, and I missed your post! Give yourself a hero point, and treat what Kale saw as substantially the same to what Brahmah and Leets had observed.
Feel free to post again today if that changes what Kale might have done.
Toros-OOC Friday April 15th, 2005 10:57:45 AM
And I think I have a trouble with the conceptualization of time, it seems the time in the story is proceeding faster than (the speed) I perceive.
I said a few hours in my last post, but if there is no time like that, the first thing Toros will do is to see whether Kanchana is allright. Second he will see if the captive Centaur is doing allright. And then, if there is still time, he will see the town rulers and ask whether they can provide any help for Chosen. Perhaps they cannot gather potions and stuff, but use their Druidic spells.
And about the place, I hope all these can happen not in a distance from each other - a common place can be, for instance, next to the well, where the Centaur is tied.
DM-IT Kup, clarification on time Friday April 15th, 2005 12:26:24 PM This is important enough, I think, to violate the "one post per day rule" again.
By my reckoning, it is about 30 minutes until sunset as of today's post. By the time the taurs made their way back to the fort, the sun would be setting. Let me explain.
There were several "take 20's" in the last few posts, so I was taking that as my guidepost. "Take 20," especially on Search-type activities, takes a big chunk of time. If it helps, here, in a nutshell, is the timeline so far:
-- ~2 pm: taurs arrive at the fort. -- ~2 - 3:30: taurs negotiate at the gate, wait to be let in. -- ~3:30 - 4: taurs see the inside of the fort, speak with the inner Circle -- ~4 - 5:30 : taurs investigate the hut; Kanchana conducts examination of the bodies
It is presently about 5:30. Sunset is at 6. It will take time to get back to the fort, and time to locate those whom you may want to speak with. Giving the traditional "18 minutes" leeway, if the taurs left the hut now and went straight back to the fort, they'd be there in time to have a conversation just as the sun sets.
Okay?
Zeoll Friday April 15th, 2005 1:25:55 PM
As it becomes clear that this is a dangerous place to be, Zeoll worries about Kanchana.
"Come, my fellow Taurrs!" he calls. "We have found all we will find herre today. Let's get back fast beforre disasterr befalls!"
He urges everyone to return to the village. He himself proceeds posthaste.
A non-DM post DM post (DM-IT Kup) Friday April 15th, 2005 3:38:47 PM ooc: owing to real-time and game-time confusion, and in an effort to take the pressure off of coordinating actions and posts, I will delay the DM post until Sunday night to allow everyone to post regarding their intentions. Those who have already posted for this "round" may do so again, if they wish. I think that will make it easier for everyone to absorb all of the information that I've conveyed in stray "clarifications." (I apologize for not making things clearer.)
Take the "game time" at the beginning of your next post as about one-half hour before sunset. To the extent that it affects your thinking (and I'm not saying that it should), there is, naturally, a short time after sunset where there is still dim illumination--i.e., dusk--before complete darkness. (This being a rural, pre-industrial setting, dusk is short, and "dark" is dark.) At the beginning of spring, full moons rise at sunset (at least, it does in the real world, and it's too complicated to assume anything different in the Wold). So, if the taurs at Amada's hut wished to get back to the fort before either sunset or moons-rise, they would need to leave "now." If it helps, you may recall that Z'ken had agreed for the taurs to investigate and report back to the Circle "this evening," and that Amada is scheduled to be executed at "dawn."
Hope that helps.
Brahmah told the Chosen what he found and suspected about were-beasts. He suggested that the group stay in the area of the hut through the night to catch a creature and protect the evidence they had found. Flat-top wondered whether there might be a were-satyr involved.
No one had ever accused Flat-top of suffering from a lack of imagination.
Kale entered the hut where Gecktar stood. "Find anything good in here? I guess the people who lived here won't need their belongings anymore." A very cynical attitude, but one imagines that the interest will make money in someone's bank account.
Toros suggested that at least some of the Chosen return to the town. He quickly headed back in the direction of the hamlet. Zeoll joined him. "Come, my fellow Taurrs! We have found all we will find herre today. Let's get back fast beforre disasterr befalls!"
Gecktar Friday April 15th, 2005 3:51:34 PM
Gecktar feels his heart squeezed by the fear. They have left Kanchana alone... And there are werethings around...
Answering Zeoll, he says... "We delayed it to much. We must hurry... Maybe Kanchana is not safe alone..."
Flat-top Friday April 15th, 2005 5:54:08 PM
"Come on Captain!, Let's take this Druid centaur bach to the safty of the Circle. Theres time enought to get these were cretures. What else would do this kind of killing?? Suckquelis? No! I think not!"
Taking the prisoner by the arm to lead her back with them.
Kanchana Saturday April 16th, 2005 7:53:30 PM
Now satisfied that she has a few "findings" Kanchana prays for the souls of the dead. Then she leaves this hut and goes looking for Z'ken or any of the other "Village Elders" (Elder denoting sosial position, not necessarily age). If she finds any of them she will ask if any of the people around here have seen any unnatural or sick animals; particularly wolves. Kanchana will tell them about the rabid dire wolves that they encountered a few days back; but not about the battle. She will also ask if the attacks have only occured during nights with full moons. The wemic druidess has of course noted the approach of nightfall and the imminent moonrise. She hopes that the other Chosen will be alright. She herself feels moderately safe here within the hamlett-fort...
Kanchana (info update) Saturday April 16th, 2005 7:56:21 PM
Kanchana will state that the wolves were definately suffering from rabies. She will confirm that it was not some other form of disease; mystical or otherwise.
Brahmah Sunday April 17th, 2005 8:21:18 AM
Brahmah looks thoughtful. "Just remembering something... remember those wolves that got away from us awhile ago?" He directs to Kanchana, as if readig her mind. "Those wounds look like canines, right? What if the leader gathered a few others and did... did this?"
Kale d20+10=15 d20+5=16 Sunday April 17th, 2005 9:54:25 AM
rolling his eyes as Gecktar leaves the hut and ignores his question, Kale thinks to himself, "I guess im only noticed when we need someone stabbed in the back or someone robbed." then he will do his own search of the items on the shelf to see if there is anything of value(search check of 15, appraisal of 16)
Solgrin Sunday April 17th, 2005 2:33:27 PM
Solgrin looks to the others then says I think we should get back to Kanchana before it gets dark if at all possible.
Solgrin will then head out at a moderate pace back to where he last saw Kanchana. If it looks to be getting dark Solgrin will increase his pace.
Toros Sunday April 17th, 2005 10:22:38 PM
Dear GM, if you think it would be possible in terms of story pilot, time and space; together with meeting Kanchana and town rulers, Toros also would lead a conversation to learn Amada's comments about what Gecktar, Brahmah and Toros have found out in and out of the Centaur's hut.
DM-IT Kup: ooops, Toros, overlapping posts. Read the DM post and let us all know what Toros thinks in the ordinary course for a Monday post, okay?
Sunset, moonrise (DM-IT Kup) Sunday April 17th, 2005 10:44:17 PM
Brahmah thought questions to Kanchana, who was ... still ... a quarter of a mile away, in the fort. Perhaps Brahmah had been affected by the series of dreams and visions more than anyone had suspected. Whether he heard answers to his mental questions, however, was another matter. Kale stayed with Brahmah at the hut, searching for hidden treasure. Kale noticed that several of the potion containers still remained intact. The containers did not seem to possess any special value--they were wooden, mostly--but he figured that some of the potions might have value. But there were dozens on the shelves; which ones would be worthwhile to "lift"? Leets remained as well, scouting out the territory.
Toros, Zeoll, Gecktar, Flat-top, and Solgrin headed back to the hamlet, where Kanchana and the centaur prisoner still remained. They hurried in order to return before the sun set and the moons rose.
Meanwhile--back at the fort, a quarter of a mile away--Kanchana went to find the inner Circle of Z'ken, Ha'mam, and Emtza, to ask if any of the people around here have seen any unnatural or sick animals; particularly wolves, and to tell them about rabid dire wolves that the Chosen had encountered a few days back.
It took some time for Kanchana to locate the three members of the inner Circle. It seemed that they each had mundane responsibilities within the hamlet, like all of the rest of the villagers, and were busy tending flocks and managing crops. The three returned, along with much of the village, as the sun was nearly set. Toros, Zeoll, Gecktar, Flat-top, and Solgrin arrived not much further behind.
Z'ken pursed his lips and stroked his beard while Kanchana spoke, while Ha'mam merely scowled. Emtza leaned in carefully to listen to each word. It was Emtza who spoke first.
"It would seem that you have learned much today, earth-sister," she said. "I am anxious to learn what your fellows have discovered as well. Let us convene the Circle of Judgment so that all make take part in your understanding."
Emtza signaled to the guards and they entered the Council Tree, emerging a few moments later with a large, black kettle that they placed in the center of the courtyard. The large kettle contained a quantity of clear liquid--it was hard to judge against the black of the kettle, but it appeared to have light tinges of green and brown in it, almost like tree sap might.
(Kanchana and Solgrin may roll Knowledge: Nature 10, Spot 10 -- anyone else present may roll a Knowledge: Nature 20 --Highlight to display spoiler: {For those who had been inside the Council Chamber before, you hadn't noticed that kettle there previously. It was not clear where it came from. It was also the only metal object you have seen while in the hamlet. The liquid did indeed bear a striking resemblance to tree sap ... but there was so much of it! To fill a kettle like that would take the sap of hundreds of normal trees!})
One of the guards picked up a stone from the courtyard and banged it against the side of the kettle. It seemed to be a signal--villagers started emerging from their homes and arriving through the gates and all begin milling about the courtyard. Emtza raised her hands in greeting to all of them.
"It is time to reconvene the Circle of Judgment," she announced. "Let us all drink of the Draught of Life, and prepare ourselves for the Moment of Decision."
One by one, the villagers came forward and cupped their hands, dipping into the kettle and bringing their hands to their lips to drink of the unusual liquid. They had smiles on their faces as they walked, tranquilly, back to their places to form a large circle around the kettle, the three members of the inner Circle, and the taurs. (Amada, the centaur, remained tied to her post, of course. Her eyes were narrowed throughout this process.) All of the villagers drank and joined hands, until their circle encompassed the area of the courtyard.
Then it was the inner Circle's turn. Z'ken, Ha'mam, and Emtza each drank from the liquid, in the same manner as those who had drank before. Z'ken and Ha'mam positioned themselves at two point of a broad triangle around the kettle, just far apart enough so that their fingertips could brush when outstretched. Emtza smiled and motioned for the taurs to drink as well.
"Come," she beckoned. "Drink of the Draught of Life, so that our Circle may share in your wisdom and learning." She indicated the kettle, and then indicated that the taurs should form a circle around Z'ken, Ha'mam, and herself after having drunk.
The sun was setting, and the first glimmer of moonlight would not strike above the valley rim for a few more minutes.
Kanchana d20+5=14 d20+12=30 d20+5=14 Monday April 18th, 2005 1:49:56 AM
While Kanchana was looking for the village elders she watches the everyday lives of the villagers. Considering what has happend here recently they seem content still.
Kanchana will briefly incline her head in respect to Emtza as she comments that Kanchana did a good job finding out things. "I will share my findings in more detail when the Circle convenes."
As she takes a place within the courtyard (?) near the Council Tree; as near the Elders and the kettle as she can, she notices the metal kettle and becomes curious about its contents. Kanchana gets a peep in. (Spot 14, Knowl. Nature 30).
'A drink made of treesap? It would take hundreds of trees to get that much sap. I know of birch-bark tea and willow tea, but never in such large quantities. Amazing,' Kanchana thinks to herself.
Kanchana will smile as she looks to other Chosen who have joined the assembly. When offered to partake of the Draught of Life Kanchana will not hesitate to accept.
Reverently she will approach the kettle and dip her cupped hands in and take a drink of the draught. As she drinks she will focus on its taste, texture and the feelings the draught may or may not invoke. The she will take a place behind the Council Elders as they said to do.
As the sun sets and the moons arise she suddenly notices that Brahmah, Kale and Leets are not present. She mouths a question at the other Chosen (NOT talking aloud!): 'where are the others??' Kanchana scans the crowd again looking for the three missing Chosen.
Leets Monday April 18th, 2005 7:46:19 AM
Leets will let Managarm follow the scent path of the beast if the celestial dog finds it, and will himself follow Managarm. If it leads them too far away, he will call back his dog and go back to the place where the ceremony takes place.
If Managarm finds nothing, he will go back too.
Gecktar Monday April 18th, 2005 7:51:47 AM
When Gecktar leave the hut and hears the comment of Kale, he realizes that he has been unfair with him... He says while hurrying to the hamlet "Don't be upset there should be some were-things to stab in the back in the hamlet ! Com'on. We must gather before the night falls."
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As the villagers gather and drink this strange liquid, Gecktar come close from Amada and asks her. "Should I drink this strange drink ?"
Flat-top d20=12 d20+6=23 Monday April 18th, 2005 8:06:02 AM
As Flat-top enters the hamlet, hesees Kanchana mouth to them as to 'where the others are??'. Flat-top turn around to see what she means, and sure enough Kale and the Captain is missing?? Flat-top srougs his shoulders as he trot to her. "I don't know, I thought they were behind us. Want me to go and get them??"
Flat-top is ask to drink the Draught of life??, He looks into the Kettle, sniff at it??. Look to Kanchana (as if to say is ti ok?) then cups his hands and drinks.
Kale d20+5=21 d20+6=17 Monday April 18th, 2005 9:33:20 AM
watching Gecktar leave, Kale waits a moment to see if Brahmah says anything to him, then Kale will take the 5 potions that seem to be the most valuable to him(appraisal check of 21) and slip them into his pockets, hopefully unseen(pick pockets check of 17)
Zeoll d20+3=20 d20+5=22 d20+3=22 d20+21=33 d20+10=17 d20+10=20 Monday April 18th, 2005 10:41:58 AM
Zeoll, keeping his Croc at his side, hurries back to the tree-village. He arrives (I think) just in time to see this Circle convening.
Of course, as a Druid, he is well aware of the many Druidic Circles of the Wold. He tries to figure out if this group is affiliated with one of them. This drawing into a Circle seems too reminiscent of that not to be the case. [Untrained Know Nature 20, Bard Lore 22 woot!]
He looks and scents the drink in the cauldron, and suspects its origins as tree sap. [Untrained Know Nature 22! Wow, I'm on a roll.]
If Zeoll feels uncomfortable drinking the tree sap elixre because of his druidic or bardic knowledge, then he will politely decline. Even if his personal knowledge reveals nothing, he will ask the three leaders of the tribe what this drink is, and what it does, and what will happen to those who drink.
As he listens to the explanation, he does his best to figure out if he is being lied to, if the villagers intend the Chosen harm, or if he has a hunch that things are not what they seem. [Diplomacy check to ask questions without being rude: 33. Sense Motive check to sense the village leaders' veracity and intentions: 17.]
Finally, Zeoll tries to ask LEETS to detect evil without being obvious about it. [Bluff check 20 to send a secret message.] [Name "Leets" emphasized so that Laurent will see it. :-) ]
Zeoll will drink if he has no warning signs against doing so.
Solgrin d20+4=19 d20+4=17 Monday April 18th, 2005 2:35:49 PM
Solgrin looks to Kanchana for if it is safe or not then looks at it carefully before he accepts a drink from it. If Kanchana nods that it is safe Solgrin will take a drink of it with respect that Solgrin's father (druidic council member on centauy isle) instilled in him.
***** knowlege nature: 19 spot: 17 *****
Brahmah Monday April 18th, 2005 4:03:38 PM
OOC: Brahmah would have likely turned his question, not to Kanchana since she wasn't near, but to Kale. I misread several posts. Aw well.
IC: Brahmah remains looking around for any sign of suspicious items or any folks that shouldn't be there. He hopes Leets is careful looking around by himself. "Return every ten minutes Leets, to report in with us." He asks, this was NOT a command, but it was a request.
Toros Monday April 18th, 2005 6:51:44 PM
Toros's worries find relief for the moment, as everything seems to be in order at the hamlet.
When the druidic ritual has started he is talking to Amada, "we saw with our own eyes Amada, there was a carnage in your hut but it was not what a Centaur had done. There were... were-boars or wolfs, we guess... It seems that they also looked for something, to find and destroy. I checked the herb garden myself; Specifically some herbs were trampled and ripped out. Inside the hut was also not much different... And the moons are rising once again... Is there anything we can do, for you, before it is too late. We can prevent what happened last night to happen here again, but time is limited and we also need help from you."
Toros hopes that Amada will respond to him, but if not, he also will understand.
Then, the ritual starts, one by one the town people drinks from the cauldron, and Taurs are invited to do so, to share what they know and learn.
Toros does not like this at all. They may not, do not, have the time for this. They should be mentally awake for the coming darkness. And they should not share all what they know. Still, first Kanchana, followed by others drink to join the circle. However, Toros will not, untill Zeoll's questions are satisfactorily answered. He starts to think going back to hut.
Word of Warning. (DM Jim) Monday April 18th, 2005 9:16:38 PM
Dear Chosen,
I hate to say it but Kup will be leaving us, as he has gotten an appointment to the Cresent Valley game. He will of course do an excellent job there as he has here, but it will be a sad thing to see him go.
JayB and Sam - Your last purchases of silversheen and potions, then the alchemical shortsword...respectively should be held onto till after the battle. There is no Catacombs representive sight in the Hamlet that you are in, so no way to buy these things. Sorry and hope you understand.
When darkness falls across the land (DM-IT Kup) Monday April 18th, 2005 10:18:09 PM At Fort Arbor:
Kanchana took a place within the courtyard near the Council Tree, as near the Elders and the kettle as she could. It struck her that she had never heard of a druidic ritual that involved a kettle like this ... still, Kanchana did not hesitate to accept a drink of the 'Draught of Life.' The liquid was sticky and sweet, like tree-sap--but it left an odd tingling in the back of her throat, like spiced, mulled wine.
As the villagers gathered and drank the strange liquid, Gecktar came close from Amada and asked her, "Should I drink this strange drink?"
Gecktar noticed that the centaur's eyes were wide with fear ... but not at the events transpiring in the courtyard. She looked to the eastern horizon. "The ceremony is harmless ... if misguided ... but there is a greater danger here. Please: you all will be in grave danger! You should leave, before it's too late! I deserve to die! I deserve ...." But she said no more. Having heard no warning from Amada about the draught, Gecktar still hesitated; why did she still desire death, in light of the evidence of her innocence?
Flat-top looked to Kanchana before drinking from the 'Draught' himself. His tongue tingles, as if he had eaten too many sweets.
Zeoll, keeping his Croc at his side, hurried back to the tree-village. He arrived just in time to see the Circle convening. Of course, as a Druid, he was well aware of the many Druidic Circles of the Wold. He tried to figure out if this group is affiliated with one of them. This drawing into a Circle seemed too reminiscent of that not to be the case.
... but then, perhaps not! After all, druidic 'Circles' do convene from time to time--and, indeed, sometimes form physical circles--but Zeoll had never heard of one separated out like this. Circles were formed from druids of similar interests and learning from around the Wold, meeting once in a great while--this was a group of people, not all of whom appeared learned in druidic ways, and none displaying the interests or studies that a 'Circle' typically had. And usually there were visible symbols of the Circle, associating it with its area of study--there were none such here. Then there was the kettle ... druids didn't usually depend on metal devices. And such quantities of liquid in a metal cauldron might tend to alter its natural traits ...
Metal cauldron ... altering natural traits ... wait a minute ... what if ... suddenly, Zeoll was recalling things he had heard in rumors about the secretive witches of the Wold, and a thought sprung to his mind as he politely demurred on drinking the elixir, at least until he had a moment to ask a few more questions:
What if Amada wasn't the witch?
Solgrin looked to Kanchana before he accepted a drink from the 'Draught of Life.' Solgrin's own memories of druidic life didn't include such a ritual, but then, who was to say that it wasn't the way elsewhere? There was much about this hamlet that was strange, and this was no more strange than many other things. Besides--Kanchana didn't seem to have a problem with it.
Toros's worries found relief for the moment, as everything seemed to be in order at the hamlet. When the ritual started he spoke to Amada, "We saw with our own eyes Amada, there was a carnage in your hut but it was not what a Centaur had done. There were... were-boars or wolfs, we guess... It seems that they also looked for something, to find and destroy. I checked the herb garden myself; Specifically some herbs were trampled and ripped out. Inside the hut was also not much different... And the moons are rising once again... Is there anything we can do, for you, before it is too late. We can prevent what happened last night to happen here again, but time is limited and we also need help from you."
Amada stared at him. "No!" she cried, and her mouth twisted. "No! Don't you see? Don't you understand! You are all in terrible danger!" She began panting, then twisting, and heaving. The ropes in which she was bound seemed to move of their own accord ...
... no, that wasn't right. It was as if her body was moving within the ropes ... shifting ... changing ....
But the ritual had already begun. The villagers were linking hands and chanting, and Emtza, Ha'mam, and Z'ken, in the inner Circle, were touching fingertip to fingertip, swaying to the rhythm of the words. Toros saw that Zeoll had declined the Draught, and he did as well. The villagers did not seem to mind, one way or the other.
"We call upon the Circle!" Emtza declared.
"We call upon the power of the Wold!" said Z'ken.
"We call upon the Mother!" said Ha'mam.
"THE MOTHER!" chanted the villagers.
"We call upon the Mother's life-force!" the Three declared, and the outer Circle replied, "THE LIFE-FORCE!"
"We call upon the Woldsblood!" "THE WOLDSBLOOD!"
"We call upon the Realm of Shadows! Gather, darkness!" "GATHER, DARKNESS!"
Emtza declared: "Grant us your power and sight, Mother, and giiive us yourrrrr POWERRRRRRR...."
Those who had drunk from the Draught of Life feel a surge of power, and suddenly, as a group, they see! It is as if they were granted spiders' eyes--no, not quite--it was more like, they were seeing many things at once. The Chosen realized that they were all seeing the images that each had seen during the day. There was Kanchana's view of the gate, and of the Council Tree, and the autopsy; there was Flat-top's tour of the hamlet with Kale, and his view of Amada's hut, and the gory scene outside; there was Solgrin's discussion with the cerberus, and his travels through the valley to the hut.
And there was more ... a whispering ... a murmuring ... like dozens of voices in each person's head. The taurs who had partaken of the Draught realized it was the voices of the villagers, each commenting and discussing the images that they were seeing. It was a collective consciousness, and it felt natural and normal ... and powerful ... very ... powerful ....
Gecktar, Zeoll, and Toros each watched the ceremony, but could hear or see none of these things. They could only see the swaying of the villagers, and the hum of their subvocalized chanting, and the howl of the cerberus in the distance ....
... wait a minute. They had last seen the cerberus in the Council Tree. But that howl was ...
... outside the gates?
Meanwhile, back at the hut:
Watching Gecktar leave, Kale waited a moment to see if Brahmah said anything to him, then Kale quickly pocketed 5 of the potions that seemed to be the most valuable and slipped them into his pockets, hopefully unseen. The morality of stealing from the female centaur that the Chosen were supposed to be helping seem to escape Kale. But, as long as she was going to be executed in the morning, she would hardly miss them, would she?
Brahmah remained looking around for any sign of suspicious items or any folks that shouldn't be there. He hoped Leets was careful looking around by himself. "Return every ten minutes Leets, to report in with us," he asked.
Leets nodded and let Managarm follow the scent path that it seemed to have found. They had been at the hut-site for quite some time already, though, and the celestial dog was just now alerting to a scent?
Leet followed the dog into the woods. The darkness was pierced only by the light of the moons as they rose silently over the lip of the valley. How was Managram suddenly tracking a scent in the middle of all of those tracks, and beasts, and ... and ...
Managram had stopped in its tracks, and growling at the darkness in front of Leets. Its tail stiffened and it pointed into the gloom.
From somewhere in the darkness, the darkness answered. A low growl matched Managram's own, until it slowly rose in volume, cresting into a howling crescendo to match the twin, full moons.
There were shapes in the darkness. It seemed that they were all around them. And they were moving ....
DM-IT Kup Monday April 18th, 2005 10:22:31 PM Sorry to say that Jim is right. It's Dirt City, actually, and I'll be helping to relieve SteveK as he gets deployed to some gods-awful place .... So, this last post was probably my last as your DM-IT. I'll leave you back in Jim's tender mercies. (Sorry to leave you in such straits! : ) But then, that's why we play the game, right?) I'll keep watching what's going on here to see how things progress (and how Jim manages to fix all the stuff I've messed up...).
I hope you all enjoyed this little stint. I had a blast! Thanks to all of you!
Toros 61/61 hp, AC 29 (+4 Mage Armor, +3 Defensive Fighting) Tuesday April 19th, 2005 1:02:56 AM
Not the ritual but the changes in the Centaur's body takes Toros's attention.
It has started... Her greatest fear is happening, she is transforming into a were-taur, and she is still worried about us! I still do not believe she killed any human, and will do my best to help her remain like that.[i/]
Then Toros hears the howls from the outside.
[i]Where is safer, no, more dangerous, inside or outside the Hamlett? And Brahmah, Kale and Leets are at the hut... They can, can they, take after themselves?!
Toros looks at Zeoll and Gecktar with asking-eyes...
Then he will get one of his Mage Armor potions and drink, looking interchangably at the transforming Centaur, and his Taur friends.
OOC: Well, am I right to remember from some previous talk that all the previous games that Kup has GMed ended up with Total Player Kill!? ;-) Thanks a lot for everything Kup, it was a very nice time for me to be GMed by you, as well. It also has helped me a lot to develop my D&D role-playing skills. Good luck in Dirt City, and please wish the same in here!
Brahmah Tuesday April 19th, 2005 2:18:54 AM
OOC: With Kup's posts, I'm I to understand that we CAN use our purchases? The posts seemed unsure.
The minotaur is still inside the hut, cleaning his falchion and watching (unconcerned) Kale 'snatch' potions. Deep down, Brahmah knew that the hamlet wouldn't likely pay the Chosen for the investigation, especially if we found her (the witch) innocent.
Gecktar Tuesday April 19th, 2005 3:32:37 AM
Gecktar gives backs his asking look to Toros and then says "We must protect the Coucil. If Amada's shape change she will be able to escape her bonds and make a slaughter among the villagers. But this means that the other Chosen will be alone to fight with the outside threat."
"Brahmah and Leets are two powerful fighters and Kale is ressorceful... That may help them..."
Gecktar now understand why Amada was calling for death and Gecktar thinks that this is the best suited answer to the curse she has. He has no power to heal her from this kind of disease.
He then call for the strength of Domi, and the energy suddenly infuse his muscles. He then draws his silver dagger.
"Amada, do you want me to put a end on this curse ? You know the only way to do it, isn't it ?"
OOC: cast Bull's strength
Active spell : Bull's strength (50 rds)
Flat-top Tuesday April 19th, 2005 7:15:28 AM
OOC: So we ARE too much for you??? Just a few week and you run to Dirt City. Kidding aside, We'll miss you Kup, Dirt City are the lucky ones. But maybe we'll see you again some time in a year or so. No good-byes to Good friends, just a good luck.
Flat-top drinks the liquid, it start to warm himself, He starts to sway, "Too bad Kale is not here, this drink is what we were looking for! Now he startd to sway, seeing things that was done on this day.
Flat-top starts to realise that he, the Chosen and the rest of the people here are in trouble. Because he heard the howeling in the distance. As he sways on the the rhythem of the moment, 'I'll try to fight this feeling, or die trying!' As he sways on.
Leets Tuesday April 19th, 2005 8:11:44 AM
As the growling seems to be menacing from everywhere, the Centaur Paladin tries to remain calm, and bows to his dog.
"Calm down Managarm...- He whispers- We need help. You'll go as fast as you can, and you'll find our friends to help us...Now go my dog, we need help!"
"We need help quickly!"
With this, Leets clenches his fist on his shield and makes a couple of steps backward against a large tree. His grip tightening on his club, he faces the darkness, waiting for the things to appear and to sell his life in an expensive way...
OOC: He will use his darkvision to try to see the beast, and detect evil to see if those are just rabid animals or really malefic creatures. If attacked, Leets will turn into the full defense action.
Kale Tuesday April 19th, 2005 9:32:55 AM
after hiding the potions away, Kale looks for a chair to sit down in and starts flipping his dagger. after a while, he asks Brahmah, "Did you hear that howling? It sounds like it came from outside the village."
Zeoll (barkskin) Tuesday April 19th, 2005 12:17:21 PM
Zeoll casts barkskin on himself, shared with Croc. He commands his reptile friend to stay close.
Solgrin Tuesday April 19th, 2005 6:48:27 PM
Solgrin tries to focus on what is happening and what is going on outside of the circle.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday April 19th, 2005 8:39:03 PM
Managram Growl at the shadows and listens to his master. Then the dog *blinks* Poof! he's back at the shack *Blink* Poof.
Managram enters shack, barking and runs out side. Run back in the shack barking, goes to Kale and plull on his arm, then runs out side. Runs back in the shack barking a pulls on Brahmah boots, then runs out side.
(Managram will do this untill they follow him back to Leets.)
Kanchana Tuesday April 19th, 2005 10:18:35 PM
Kanchana is concentrating on all of the mental images, trying to piece together all of the information now in her mind. She wants to make sense of all this. She does not 'hear' the howls as clearly as the others are hearing them. The druidess is more or less "living in the moment", and it dawns on her that these people aren't druids at all. They are the 'fabled' witches (meaning that Kanchana has only heard of witches in stories before). Why didn't they just say so to her at the outset? she wonders.
The Coming of Terror. (DM Jim Wednesday April 20th, 2005 12:14:01 AM The Hamlet
The link for those that chose to drink fills them with a certain amount of knowledge that has been gained over the past month. It goes no further though than that, so some are relieved to find secrets still intact. Kanchana realizes that at least some of the members and maybe citizens of the hamlet are witches but they also have a connection to nature as well. At least the three council members are at least part druid, that she can tell.
Gecktar and Toros are interrupted from thier observation of the ritual with the groans of Amada. It is easy to tell by the way she is reacting and the change of her body that she is a werecreature herself. Still she makes no effort to speak as spittle is spit from her mouth with the change that she is going through. As he muscles expand to fit her newer form, you find that you are looking into the face of a werebear. With little effort she snaps the bindings and back away from the silver weapon as she roars defiance into Gecktar's face. Then you see her head turn towards the hamlet entrance and her lips pull back to expose a set of powerful teeth, she lets out a roar at the howl.
Zeoll casts a spell upon himself and his crocodile as the other things go on around him. He turns to face the entrance area, but cannot see anything from this distance.
Flat-top is lost in the flavor of the strange alcohol and the feelings and memories that flood his mind. He does hear the howl and turns slowly to see what is up, but can see nothing yet.
Solgrin tries to focus on all that is going on around him, both with the ritual and with the howl outside. He feels that he needs to clear his head and think straighter for some reason.
From the direction of the gates you hear several bloodcurdling screams, that are cut short. There is also the sound of fighting but it only lasts for five minutes at the most and then all is quiet. Suddenly you notice a group of soemthings approaching from the gate direction, no not creatures or somethings but werecreatures. In the lead and running hard are a set of four large wolves, like you met earlier but these ones are obviously not rabid. behind them are the running forms of several werewolves and something a lot larger and meaner looking. To even look at it makes your blood run cold and flight is suddenly a great option....but for the hamlet.
The villagers seem stunned and just stand around looking at the invaders with fear. The council is of no help at the moment as they fight off the drug in thier systems.
Fort DC 12 to shake off the effects of the drink from the cauldron or -2 to hit in combat.
The Hut
Brahmah watches with little interest as Kale pockets a few potions, but does not comment. He is not even sure if they will get paid for any of this or even if there will be a reward. Still he is hopeful about it all.
Kale from his seated position hears the howl outside, but is sure that it came from both near the hamlet and somewhere near the hut as well. Both taurs will realize that Leets is outside by himself at this time and the appearance of Managarm will give them pause.
Brahmah and Kale find themselves suddenly being enticed by Managarm to come with him. It would seem that something is wrong and maybe Leets is in trouble.
Leets had sent his dog back to get help when he felt the great need for backup. He was not far from the truth as he lets his paladin abilities slip towards the dark. He can feel the hate, the evil, the foulness of something that seeks only to kill.
From the shadows of the forest he sees four large wolves appear, that he will recognize form earlier...not the same ones though he can tell. Further up on each side of him steps out a werewolf as well that has a maddened red gleam in thier eyes. They almost have you circled and you know as a shepard that that is not good.
This is the sight that will meet Kale and Brahmahs' eyes when they reach the area that you are in.
Sorry, the silver stuff was bought after reaching the hamlet and when werecreatures were a possibility. There is no Catacombs branch in the hamlet to get stuff at.
Map to come.
61/61 hp, AC 29 (+4 Mage Armor, +3 Defensive Fighting) d20=19 d8=8 d20=17 d4=4 d4=4 Wednesday April 20th, 2005 2:36:08 AM Amada! Hamlet! Chosen! Dire wolves and Werewolves!
Toros will position himself so that if any creature wants to attack the villagers and Chosen at the circle, until they recover from the effect of the drug, it will have to encounter Toros first. (E11 seems to be the best square to stand)
To welcome the dire wolves in the lead, he will draw his composite shortbow on his move and shoot the closest one (at P11) with a masterwork arrow.
AC = 19 (including distance penalty and defensive fighting penalty)
Damage = 14 (including +4 strength bonus of composite bow, +1 masterwork arrow, +1 totem of dire wolves?)
Toros continues to watch Amada, but his inner voice tells that she will be a help, not a threat to the Chosen.
He will ready himself against any approaching wolves.
(In case of any AoO, AC=22, Claw Damage=16 (with totem))
Zeoll (AC18, HP46, Barkskin) Wednesday April 20th, 2005 6:59:12 AM
Zeoll shouts to the werebear, "Amada! I know you arre purre of hearrt! Please help us fight these wolves!"
Then the liontaur druid/bard casts Entangle centered on space R9. With the spell's 40 foot radius, it should affect all the foes. (Save DC 14).
Finally, Zeoll steps 20 feet back so that his back is to the cauldron. He tells his Croc to stay close.
Bard slots unused: 3 Level 0 spells; Difficulty Class 15 2 Level 1 spells; Difficulty Class 16
5 goodberries from earlier.
Brahmah Wednesday April 20th, 2005 8:49:47 AM
Noticing the trouble their in, Brahmah looks at Kale. "This is no good. Leets!" The ranger backs toward the door and speaks in tauric "Into the hut, control entry. Kill one at a time!" He says loud enough for Leets to hear. He draws his other weapon and backs inside.
Your Former DM-IT Kup Wednesday April 20th, 2005 9:22:33 AM Sorry, but I couldn't resist a funny clarification. Reading Jim's DM post made me realize one of the screw-ups I had made. I just must have misread or misunderstood one of the e-mails he and I exchanged....
But to clarify: the tracks that the group saw at the hut, those funny ones that didn't seem to match the rest? They were BEAR tracks, not BOAR tracks.
Oh, yeah, now I get it. The tracks belonged to a were-BEAR (and now you have a hint as to who that might have been), and not a ferocious, nasty were-BOAR. ROFL!
We now return you to your regularly scheduled desperate, pitched battle for survival. Good luck!
Your ever-lovin', former DM-IT, Kup
Flat-top (AC22 85/85hp) Wednesday April 20th, 2005 9:42:16 AM
Flat-top sways to and fro. He's thinking about old wives tales that he heard when he was still in the heard. Something about a schock would snap you out of a stuper, 'this might just work/'so he calls to Silgum's little dragon Roz "Rozca! Come out and slap Silgum with your tail, that might snap him out of his state od stuper. If it works come and slap me!". "Oh! I'm so dizzy! Kitten! do you have a potion that will sober me up Quickly?" pleads Fla-top.
To Kup - A spelling mistake?? You guys complain about me making Miss spelling. HA - HA the joke is on us.
Kale(Ac 22, Hps 66) d6+4=6 d20+7=21 d8+8=11 Wednesday April 20th, 2005 10:17:40 AM
(OOC, first roll is for my hps. forgot to do it earlier)
Kale nods to Brahmah's idea, draws his bow, then shoots an arrow at the werewolf in K14, then moves into the hut with Brahmah. "Get inside!" he yells at Leets "There are too many to take on!"(arrow hit AC 21 for 11 pts of damage)
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday April 20th, 2005 10:22:59 AM
The Golden Eagle sleep in her nest, Just like good girls should do when the noons are out.
Managram(ceil) d20+5=21 Wednesday April 20th, 2005 10:30:36 AM
Managram seeing that Brahmah and Kale are out of the hut, thinking that they are going to help. The celestrial dog *Blinks* Poof! Gone to Leets and jumps into his arm. Then *Blinks* Poof! transporting Leets out of the middle of the pack (that was about to attack him)and *blink* Poof! into the hut with Brahmah and Kale (who just entered the hut).
Now he sits at the entrance growling. "Grrr!" And scratching the ground (Saying 'Your sick Puppies cannot do anything but Howl at the Moons. Come here an fight!'
Rozca(ceil) Wednesday April 20th, 2005 11:06:22 AM
Rozca is not quite a sleep here under Silgum's hair, it's nice and cozy there. When she hear Flat-top vioce callin gfor help? 'Slap My master? In trouble? Slap Flat-top? Why?'
She comes out from around Silgum's neck, As she tried to telepathicly but something wrong? He's is still swaying. So she slaps Solgrim face with her tail 'SLAP' Staying away from her stinger.
Elder(ceil) Wednesday April 20th, 2005 11:08:14 AM
Elder is still a baby and with a full stumack, He'll sleep all night. "ZZZZZ!"
Croc(ceil) Wednesday April 20th, 2005 11:12:44 AM
Croc is following his masterBut when Zeoll back to where the Big Round Black Thingie. He (who was following him (For more soft food!) Turn and faces the entrance to the compound.
He sees the Enermy and thinks "Oh! No! More hard food!"
Leets Wednesday April 20th, 2005 11:16:07 AM
OOC: Wasn't there something about Managarm not able to carry a whole Centaur with him, or something like this? If Managarm couldn't bring his master with him, Leets would simply run to the hut (50ft/round should be at least as much as the beasts...)
"There are Werewolves and some of those evil wolves on our way to this cursed place! At least two werewolves, and maybe three or four of the others malefic beasts!"
With those words, the Centaur paladin will check for windows or other issues in the hut, and will try to find things to block them (a table, a bed...).
Leets would have to run to the hut. Only in a life and death situation will I allow Managarm to teleport something as big as a taur. :)
Kanchana (HP 44/44, AC 19) d20+8=26 d20+12=18 d20+15=29 Wednesday April 20th, 2005 3:43:15 PM
(Fort save (DC 12): 26)
Kanchana easily shakes of the effects of the sap-beverage. The enemy being so close must have triggered some Fright/Flight/Fight-instinct in her?
Instantly upon hearing Flat-top ask about sobering up and potions; Kanchana realizing that she has nothing like that on hand, turns to "shock therapy" - she swats Flat-top on the back of his head! (just hard enough to shock him, not nearly hard enough to hurt in any significant manner!)
Next she "sizes up" the enemy. (knowl. nature 18, survival 29; trying to ID the creature types among the enemy - and hopefully any useful weaknesses or favored tactics that the enemy creatures might prefer (pack mentality et.al.))
Finally Kanchana casts BARKSKIN (4th lvl drd) on Solgrin. Kanchana would hate to have to visit with Gargul again this soon because she didn't take the proper steps to help protect Solgrin.
Gecktar (AC 22) Wednesday April 20th, 2005 4:00:44 PM
Gecktar quickly realizes that Amada is looking at the gate. He then turns to face the gate going near Flat-Top (E11). After that move he calls for the favors of Domi to help them in this fight.
(OOC: cast prayer 40ft radius, all allies gain +1 luck bonus to attack roll, damage, skill check and saves. Please Chosen remember to add this to your rolls. Enemies are given a -1 penalty to all these rolls, please DM remember to apply these penalties:)
Solgrin (AC18, HP26, Barkskin) d20+2=19 5d6(5+6+5+5+6)=27 Wednesday April 20th, 2005 7:31:50 PM
Solgrin shakes off the effects of the drink then quikly sees the trouble that the group is in and casts fireball (centered at Q10.)(DMG 27, REF vs DC17 for 13)
Death Reigns. (DM Jim) d20+10=27 d20+7=9 d20+7=22 d20+7=18 d20+7=18 d20+9=25 d20+9=20 Thursday April 21st, 2005 12:14:04 AM The Hamlet
Toros moves over to stand next to Flat-top and pulls out his bow, nocking an arrow as he goes. He lets it fly at the nearest werewolf, figuring them to be the bigger threat at present. His arrows glances off the things furry hide and appears to have done no damage at all.
Zeoll implores the good Amada to help the group out in their time of need, though he is not sure if his words are heard or understood. He moves back to the cauldron and calls back his crocodile. He was about to cast an entangle spell, but with the lack of close tangling stuff he knows that it would be a waste. *May hold for a different spell or make another action altogether. It will happen in the next round with your normal action.*
Flat-top seeks help to shake off the effects of the drink and seems to talk, through mind, to Solgrin's dragon. He then turns to Kanchana for some form of relief for his condition. Otherwise he holds his ground.
Rozca follows along with the idea and slaps her master in the face. Though it is not hard it maybe a distraction to his ability to cast a spell. Something the little dragon most likely did not think of.
Croc grumbles to himself as he backs off. This does not look like what he would call soft meat and he does not really like to have to work for his meals.
Kanchana slaps Flat-top in the back of the head to jar out the cobwebs, though it most likely will do no good. She then takes the time to study their opponents. She realizes that the worgs, as they are, are pack hunters and will most likely attack as one or maybe pairs. She also knows the werewolves for what they are and knows that they will be a different story as they have resistances to damage, unless it is silver. They are also know to have a killer frenzy that they can enter if stories are true. The last though is a complete mystery, it does appear to be a werewolf...but it is different somehow. Shaking her head she takes a step back and casts a simple spell upon Solgrin.
Gecktar is about to move over next to Flat-top when Toros beats him to it. So he moves over next to Toros instead and then casts a spell of his own. He silently hopes that it will be enough.
Solgrin takes the more direct approach and sends a fireball into the center of the charging group. He thinks a little too late about the hamlet that they are in and burning it down. What in this place could be flamable.
All four worgs charge right through the stunned hamleteers heading for the group at full speed. It is apparent that they will reach you in the next round and it will be on for good.
The werewolf to the right of the group also comes charging in, but slows long enough to brings claws swiping in at a small girl that is standing near the hut. Her little head swivels down to look at the mess of intestines that have just blossomed from her stomach. She did not even have the time to scream before the light left her eyes. The werewolf howls in glee as it licks the blood from it's claws.
The werewolf on the left side catches a small brown headed boy by the throat as he is running by. His jaws snap shut on the throat, effectively crushing it shut and most likely killing the boy instantly. He flings the boy's lifeless body around like a ragdoll before sending it flying into a man standing nearby.
The last werewolf comes straight up the middle of the hamlet. He howls in glee as he neatly rips the arm off of a guy and throws it to the side. His other hand shoots out to small into a young woman's chest, sending her flying back. The claws of that hand come back to the werewolf dripping blood and he howls again in pleasure.
The large werewolf has since disappeared in the confusion that is starting in the center of the hamlet. *Spot DC 16 to spot him right before he disappears behind the hut on the right.
With the sudden death being dealt out near the square, all havok breaks out. People are now running in all directions to get away. Some of them are in tears over those that have just been killed. One woman, the mother most likely, is holding the disemboweled body of her daughter. Most of the people are still trying to throw off the durg that they had just drank and are unaware of the danger around them. The eldest council member is yelling for the people to get into their huts and lock the doors...hide. The young man of the council is hollering for the guards to get things in order as he pulls the spear that had been near him out of the ground.
Amada seems to be torn right now and has her nose in the air as if smelling for something. It is unsure if she will even get into the fight at this point. After all even in her altered form she will most likely remember the unkind treatment that she was given.
The Hut
Brahmah calls for a retreat within the hut and hold them off there. He ducks back inside and takes up a point at the front door with weapons drawn.
Kale fires off an arrow at the nearest werewolf and then ducks back into the hut as well. He does take the time to yell at Leets to get inside the hut as well. His arrow embeds itself into the werewolf but he has a feeling that it did little damage.
Leets comes charging back to the hut as fast as four hooves will carry him. Once his is inside he looks to putting things in the way of the various openings in the hut. Glancing around he find that there are three big windows that one of those werecreatures could climb through and two smaller windows that they could maybe squeeze through. There is then the back door and the front door that he just entered. The only item of note that could be put in front of any openings is the single large heavy table. All the shelves are built into the hut walls.
Managarm pops into the hut about that time. He barks back out at the creatures with his own show of defiance. He is answered by the combined howls of all those outside.
Brahmah and any others near a window will notice that the worgs are now outside of the front of the hut. You can not see the other two werewolves as they are not at the front of the house, which does not bode well.
Kale/Brahmah/Leets - Werewolf AC 20
New Map Coming
Zeoll (AC18, HP46, Prayer, Inspire Courage, Produce Flame) d20+2=9 Thursday April 21st, 2005 2:27:47 AM
[OOC: Jim, thanks for the chance to redo my last turn since I am not casting Entangle!]
Last round: Zeoll uses his metamagic rod of extend and casts an extended Produce Flame. That's a full round action, so he does not move.
He ends his turn by hurling a produced flame at a wolf, making a ranged touch attack that hits AC 9, oh well.
This round: Zeoll steps back 40 feet to A9, figuring that standing behind the cauldron will give him some protection from a wolf charge. He sings an inspirational song, designed to lift spirits and inspire courage in his allies.
Produce Flame: 1 of 6 flames used. Inspire Courage: Gives all friends a +1 to hit and damage.
Brahmah Thursday April 21st, 2005 4:17:13 AM
The taur leader moves to the of the hut and bars the other door, if he can. He peers carefully around so not to run into any unwelcome guests. "Kale, watch the windows. Leets, we need silver and protection spells cast, now! Anti-evil might be good. Geez, what a time to be caught with our pants down!"
He thinks for a minute. "Pah'caw!" He shouts. Realizing she's nowhere near them, he swears. "*&$#!!! We could send her for help!" Not realizing the other are in the same situation.
Gecktar (AC22/24 hp57) Thursday April 21st, 2005 5:20:01 AM
Gecktar stays where he is for the moment waiting for the charge of the wolves. He calls one more time for the protection of Domi drawing a virtual circle around him.
OOC: cast Protection from evil
Active seplls: - Bull strength (48 rds) - Prayer (4 rds) - Protection from evil (50 rds)
Toros - OOC Thursday April 21st, 2005 5:21:57 AM
Dear GM, sorry for the misinterpretation but, when Toros mentioned about "dire wolves", he meant the worgs, not the were wolves. Could you please re-evaluate Toros`s post according to this, he should have shot at the nearest worg, not the were-wolf?!
Kale(Ac 22, Hps 66) d20+8=18 d8+3=4 Thursday April 21st, 2005 6:52:40 AM
"Leets! Cover the back door!" Kale yells to Leets as he moves to the window on Brahmah's left(L10). then he breaks the glass and shoots the nearest wolf with his bow(shot at warg in P10, hit AC 18 for 4 pts of damage)
Toros61/61 hp, AC 29 (+4 Mage Armor, +3 Defensive Fighting) d20=18 d8=2 d20=11 d20=17 d8=1 d4=3 d4=2 Thursday April 21st, 2005 7:27:25 AM
Since the large wolves do not slow down and continue with their charge Toros cannot determine the effectiveness of his shot from distance. He will drop his bow and move to E6, drawing his halbert.
"Flat-top, Gecktar lets meet the wolves on the front line, before they can reach others!"
Toros will ready his halbert against the charging wolf.
(In case of an AoO, also AC = 17, paw damage = 19)
Meanwhile he will watch the werewolf that seems to be the leader of the pack disappear behind the hut (spot, 22).
Toros-correction Thursday April 21st, 2005 7:32:37 AM
Sorry, please read Toros`s position, E6 as E8.
Flat-top(AC 22 85/85hp) d20+3=20 Thursday April 21st, 2005 10:25:55 AM
Flat-top shakes the dizzyness off, after the slap Kanesha just gave him, he does not want another, Go see to Sligum he's the weakest one here, and remind me not to get you mad at me. Wow That was KaBong! Sweet lips."
Flat-top takes his shield and sword will attack the closest one (worg) to him. (Witch is 30 feet away from him right now)
OOC: Con save 20
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday April 21st, 2005 10:27:51 AM
Paw'caw sleep on. (After all It's night time.)
Leets Thursday April 21st, 2005 10:39:43 AM
"We'll have to do without silver and without any protection but our faith captain! Domi granted me useful ressources fora journey, but not for a battle today!"
"I'm at the backdoor, and be sure I'll have some anti-evil for those beasts' skulls!"
Shield in one hand and club in the other, Leets is ready for anything that would try to enter.
Managram(Ceil)(Ac 20 18/18hp) Thursday April 21st, 2005 10:55:25 AM
Managram will *Blink* Teleporting from one window to another, baarking warnings.
Roz(ceil)(Ac 20 28/28hp) Thursday April 21st, 2005 11:03:00 AM
Roz sits on Silgum shoulder, Looking over to Amada's direction, asking Sigum "Where did the Bear come From?"
Elder(ceil) Thursday April 21st, 2005 11:12:05 AM
The little weasel sleeps on.
Croc(ceil)(Ac 20 37/37hp) Thursday April 21st, 2005 11:16:57 AM
Now the croc figers that if he's to have that nice soft food, He better go to work.
Croc will advance some twenty or twenty-five feet, Showing his teeth and growling freacely, then backes up beside Zeoll again.
Solgrin (AC18, HP26, Barkskin) 3d4(4+2+2)+3=11 Friday April 22nd, 2005 4:34:27 AM
Solgrin casts magic missle into the worg (I10)(dmg 11)
Note. (DM Jim) Friday April 22nd, 2005 5:26:50 PM
Having to post between storms around here. So please hang with me.
Please not that I forgot to mention the fireball effect upon the worgs. They were all hurt to some extent by the fireball but none of them dropped and are still moving.
I also went back and reapplied Toro's arrow damage to one of the worgs as well. Still they are not dead.
Now for anyone that maybe wondering about the two werewolves that the Hut Group is facing. They have not disappeared but are not to be seen from the position that the group is in, from inside the hut. I figured that most of the group would be by the front windows and door. Maybe Leets would be trying to block a window or back door with a table. Just don't count them as being gone or anything, fear what you cannot see.
Ceil, go ahead and take over for Gilles.
The Terror Continues and a Song? (DM Jim) d20+10=28 d6+5=7 d20+10=23 d20+10=15 d6+5=6 d6+5=9 d20+14=20 d20+14=29 d6+4=9 d6+4=6 d20+16=27 d20+11=24 d8+5=6 d8+5=8 d20+16=21 d20+11=24 d8+5=10 d8+5=6 d20+14=29 d20+14=32 d6+10=11 d6+10=13 d20+10=23 d6+5=11 d20+14=22 Friday April 22nd, 2005 10:33:38 PM The Hamlet
Zeoll steps back to get protection from the cauldron. He starts to sing a song that will inspire his companions in this fight.
Gecktar makes ready for the attack as he casts a spell upon himself. This gives him protection from evil and most likely will ward off the creatures they fight now.
Toros moves forward, droping his bow as he moves, and draws his halberd to meet the charge of the worgs. He calls for Flat-top and Gecktar to follow him so that the others can prepare another attack.
Flat-top does not make any move forward but does draw his weapons. He is all prepared to meet the worgs as they get within range.
Croc advances to show his bravado, but then backs up to stand by Zeoll again.
Solgrin casts a simple spell this time at a worg. Missiles streak out to smack into the wolf.
A worg rushes forward totally unprepared for the halberd that is at the ready and neatly impales itself upon it. It flops on the head of the weapon, dying as it's blood stains the ground.
Another worg circles around and snaps at him from the side as Toros deals with the first worg, that dies (hit: 28 and damage: 7).
Two worgs charge in at Flat-top at the same time and he finds that he is defending against a pair of snapping jaws that seek his life (hit: 23/15 and damage: 6/9).
The werewolf to the left runs right on by Toros and seems to be heading for Zeoll and his crocodile.
The werewolf on the right seems to sense that it cannot get at Gecktar and makes a mistake as it tries to circle around him, it runs right into Amada or the werebear Amada.
The last werewolf goes straight up the middle and Kanchana finds herself face to face with the hairy brute. It's claws come slashing in at her with a wild savagness that is mind-numbing (hit: 20/29 and damage: 9/6).
The larger werewolf comes out from the side of the hut but takes stock of the situation. It seems to be gauging who is the biggest threat and who would be worthy of his time.
From out of nowhere Toros finds a pair of crossbow bolts flying in his direction (hit: 27/24 and damage: 6/8). Looking around he may spot a form upon the roof of the light blue hut *Spot DC 16:Toros is also flat-footed*.
Gecktar finds himself peppered by a pair of bolts but he does not notice a shooter right away (hit: 21/24 and damage: 10/6). If he looks for awhile he may spot the archer upon the roof of the light green house *Spot DC 16:Gecktar is flat-footed*.
Shortly you notice a large rat like form come slinking out from behind the light green hut as well. In it's hand is a rapier that it seems all to comfortable with.
Amada tears into the werewolf that got too close to her. Both claws lay into the poor creature as it stumbles back some under the serious attack.
The Hut
Brahmah starts to put the table in front of the backdoor and soon has it blocked. He calls for any protection that Leets can get for them as he makes ready for the attack, near the front door.
Kale calls for Leets to cover the back door but with it blocked, will it be that important at this time. He shoots an arrow out the front window to the side of Brahmah. The window is already open and the shutters swing outwards, with no glass to speak of. His arrow is off target by a little, narrowly missing the worg.
Leets shakes his head and lets Kale and Brahmah know that he has no silber or protection persay for this battle. He will be able to lay a little anti-evil upon them when they get close though.
Managarm blinks from one window to another, barking with each blink.
Two worgs move towards the front door. The first one to get there sends it jaws snapping at Brahmah who is barring it's entrance to the hut (hit: 23 and damage: 11). The other one stands right outside and paces as it waits for it's turn to get into the fight.
The worg to the left takes a charging leap and makes it through the small window. It rolls to its feet and glares upon those that are inside the hut.
The worg on the right also takes a charging leap at the other window and right into the form of Kale. It's full weight plows into the poor taur who fights to hold his ground and not let it in *Str DC 22 to keep it outside*.
There is still no sign of either of the werewolves that you saw earlier and that has a tendency to worry some of you.
In the sky the night is suddenly plunged further into the shadows as both moons converge and the exlipse is revealed. Faintly in the air you all catch the sense of a song being sung. It is a charming melody to speaks of hope and peace to come in the Wold. It is as if a million different beings are singing it from all over the Wold, but it is so faint you cannot make out what is exactly sung.
Sorry, know that eclipses usually happen in the day...but it was night for this battle and I could not see a way to advance the day without problems. :)
Brahmah d20+7=21 d20+8=25 d20+15=35 d20+15=34 2d4(2+3)+7=12 2d4(4+1)+7=12 Friday April 22nd, 2005 11:23:33 PM
(OOC: A lunar eclipse happens when the earthly body, in this case the Wold, passes inbetween the moon and the sun, casting its (the Wolds) shadow upon the moon.)
Brahmah swears loudly at the advancing worgs, but is happy not to see a lycanthrope as of yet.
He swings(standard action) at one of the worgs once with his falchion so that he can move in a moment. (AC 35(crit 34) for 24 damage) He cleaves the beast with a mighty strike. If he's able, he'll move to his next task(move action).
Realizing the lack of a werewolf so far is bad, Brahmah listens(Listen 21) at the roof and moves to block the chimney by starting a fire. (ONLY IF THERE IS ONE A CHIMNEY!) Otherwise, moves to the backdoor and looks out(Spot 25) the window, reaching out to close the shudders.
"The worgs are just a distraction. Watch the entrances! Barricade them. Close the shudders." He says as he flicks the worg blood off his sword.
Toros61/61 hp, AC 29 (+4 Mage Armor, +3 Defensive Fighting) d20=1 d20=5 d20=15 d20=18 d4=1 d4=1 d6=6 d6=1 Friday April 22nd, 2005 11:48:40 PM
Toros's readied halbert finishes off one of the charging worgs. However, while he deals with it another worg circles around and snaps at the Liontaur. Thanks to Gecktar's Prayer, Toros manages to dodge the attack, even if he can not respond to it.
Meanwhile, werewolves join the battle. One of them goes straight up the middle of Flat-top and Toros to attack Kanchana. However, Toros cannot do anything, as he still tries to get rid of the dead worg from his halbert.
(I think AoO rises for Toros and Flat-top from the move of the werewolf, but unfortunately I rolled a natural 1 for Toros. On the other hand)
Then suddenly, two bolts fly from nowhere to Toros's direction. His warrior senses help him to dodge these attacks as well, although he cannot spot their shooter.
(Toros has Barbarian Uncanny Dodge and does not lose his Dexterity Bonus even when Flat-footed. However, spot check is 10 < 16, DC)
Encountering the first wave of the wolf attack, now it is Chosen's turn to act...
Toros will activate his Tattoo. The wolves around Toros will suddenly see an enlarging lion-taur, as if he is already not large enough! During the process of his shape-change, using his bardic performance skills Toros will give a great show, aimed to remind the wolves who is superior. His huge sharp paws and bass frightening roar hopefully will make them shaken from the hearth.
(I am trying here to benefit from the effect of Enlargement, Toros's standart action, also to cause Fear affect, supported by bardic performance (performance, 15+5, 20). It is not a standart Intimidate action, but the accumulated intimidation bonuses come with the Enlargement of a Large Liontaur Barbarian provide a context for such an attempt, I hope)
Positioning himself in D8, Toros roar one more time and point out the wolves with his finger to come to him.
"Come little things, come!!"
(In case AoO, AC=22, Paw Damage= 28, Please ignore d4s)
OOC: I forgot to include the statistics of the newly-purchased Buckler until now!
Dear DM,
Are the werewolves medium or large creatures? And what is the reach and foot step of a huge creature with respect to the squares of the map we are using?
Awakening Saturday April 23rd, 2005 2:57:11 AM The Wold stirs....
A breeze springs up, seemingly from out of nowhere. On the Sargass Plains, the unending grasses begin to move and toss, and the rapkes pace, restless and uneasy. In the Windbourne Hills, horses whinny and break into a run for no reason. In the tunnels beneath Dirt City, sewer rats begin to flee their hiding places, running into well-traveled corridors while the people wonder what it all could mean. And in the Emerald Kingdom, the anticipation is very nearly palpable as the animals awaken and the trees stir in the wind.
Something is coming.
The Wold seems to hold its collective breath as the Sleeper stretches, turns, sighs...and awakens. Eyes the color of the sea blink and focus as the Sleeper regards the Wold around him. The expanse of New Elanna, the great bulk of Shadow Mountain, the mysteries of the Southern Continent, even the wonder that is Floating City--all of these are known to the Sleeper in a heartbeat. A frown of concentration crosses his face, then a satisfied smile as he begins to know what must be done.
The Sleeper takes a breath and stretches out his hand...
Flat-top (AC 22 70/85hp) d20+15=31 d20+15=26 d20+15=32 d8+9=16 d4+6=8 d4+6=8 Saturday April 23rd, 2005 8:19:26 AM
OOC: Now I'm getting Bad storms, and have to hurry to post, I know you'll understand DM Jim, these storms will not end untill Monday.
Flat-top move his fist and hit his Right shoulder, the tattoo of Protection from Evil on himself.
He swings his sword (A cross attack). Then hit the worg with is hooves (Hoves attack are a natural attact).
OCC: I don't think Flat-top can move in this round.
Gecktar(ceil)AC 24/22 51/57hp d20+6=25 d6+4=8 d6+4=9 Saturday April 23rd, 2005 8:59:04 AM
Gecktar is taken back by that archer, He call again we have to close rank, we also have to do something about that archer. I wonder what's that music is all about?"
But He will take out his Silver Knife (+1)and attact the worg (in F11) Attack Ac 25 critical Damages 8+9= 17 hp.
Spells
Bullstrenth 48 rounds
Prayer 4 rounds
Protection from Evil
Kale(Ac 22, Hps 66) d20+8=14 d20+8=27 Saturday April 23rd, 2005 10:06:48 AM
Just barely able to push the wolf back outside(str check of 27 on a hero point re-roll), Kale locks the window back up, then turns to face the wolf already inside the hutt.
Gecktar (precision) Saturday April 23rd, 2005 1:16:25 PM
OOC : Last post before leaving you for the week. Gecktar has +3 str bonus + prayer 1 luck bonus + bull strength additional +2 bonus for a total of +6 to hit and damage. So the damage should be 21 instead of 17.
Thank you dear Ceil for taking care of Gecktar ;)
Kanchana (29/44 HP, 19 AC) d20+5=21 d20+5=7 d6+2=6 Saturday April 23rd, 2005 4:56:43 PM
((I am very sorry for missing posts. I didn't realize that the training period at the elderly center would drain me so badly. I barely get home without falling asleep at the wheel while driving! I will do my best to keep up with posting now that my first strenuous week is finally over.))
The attack is far from mind numbing, predictable certainly...
Having little else she can do in such short notice Kanchana lays into the blasted werewolf with her own claw attacks. She misses once. The first attack must surely have connected with the creature (hit AC 21, dmg 6). She doesn't expect to wound the far too powerful creature though. Perhaps she will be facing Gargul before the night is over?
After attacking she takes a 5ft step back.
Kanchana herself is of course leaving a rather heavy blood trail from the long, ragged tears in her hide. If she had the luxury of time she might be experiencing a "life in review scene" soon enough? One more attack like the one she just suffered through and Gargul will be having "the Back again so soon?" chat with her...
Kanchana addendum Saturday April 23rd, 2005 5:06:58 PM
((I forgot to add the +1's from Gecktar's Bless.))
The one claw attack will hit AC 22 and do a paltry 7 whopping points of damage! The second attack will probably still miss... hitting only an AC of 8.
P.S. James it looks like you forgot to subtract -1 from your critters' to hit AC rolls and damage rolls; nevermind any saves they may or may not need to make. If I have read the rolls correctly then the stats for the hits on Kanchana should read: hit: 19/28 and damage: 8/5, and not: hit: 20/29 and damage: 9/6...
((Here is a copy of the post with the relevant information: "Gecktar (AC 22) Wednesday April 20th, 2005 3:00:44 PM Gecktar quickly realizes that Amada is looking at the gate. He then turns to face the gate going near Flat-Top (E11). After that move he calls for the favors of Domi to help them in this fight.
(OOC: cast prayer 40ft radius, all allies gain +1 luck bonus to attack roll, damage, skill check and saves. Please Chosen remember to add this to your rolls. Enemies are given a -1 penalty to all these rolls, please DM remember to apply these penalties:)
Cayzle OOC Saturday April 23rd, 2005 10:31:57 PM
Remember the +1 from Zeoll's Inspire Courage!
Solgrin (AC18, HP26, Barkskin) 5d4(2+4+2+2+4)=14 d20+9=20 Sunday April 24th, 2005 1:09:47 AM
Solgrin takes a 5-foot step back then casts burning hands (dmg 14, REF save vs DC 15 for half dmg) on the werewolf attacking Kanchana.
Toros - OOC Sunday April 24th, 2005 3:14:53 AM
Dear GM,
This weekend, fullmoon is on the sky!!
Could you please let us know what the NPCs other than Amada are doing? Are they in a position to be able to help the Chosen and the town people, or just watching the happenings with mixed feelings...
Also its name is stated, but I cannot see the "Cerberus", on the map.
One other thing I would like to tell is about the possible consequences of Toros's actions: He aims not only to frighten the wolves, but also take their attention. Hopefully, as a result, for the moment they would see him as the biggest threat to fear and, although frightened, choose to attack him instead of Kanchana and Zeoll.
Finally, one question: Could you please tell whether the shooters have Precise Shot feature?
Thanks a lot!
Zeoll (AC18, HP46, Prayer, Inspire Courage, Produce Flame, Flaming Sphere) 2d6(3+2)=5 Sunday April 24th, 2005 11:23:00 PM
Zeoll touches his Rod of Metamagic and casts an Extended Flaming Sphere. He causes the sphere to land right on the canine most threatening to him (Reflex Save 15 for 5 or no damage)
========== Produce Flame -- 1 of 6 flames used Inspire Courage -- 1 of 5 rounds used Flaming Sphere -- 1 of 6 rounds used
Leets Monday April 25th, 2005 10:20:57 AM
Ready for the battle, Leets feels really frustrated. His friends would need his help, but he must guard this rear door! The werewolves haven't appeared yet, and those beasts are intelligent enough to behave fouly!
Although he hesitates, Leets follows Brahmah's orders, and guards the back door.
Flat-top (AC22 70/85hp) d20+15=34 d20+15=28 d8+5=13 d8+5=11 d20+14=30 d20+14=22 d4+5=8 d4+5=7 Monday April 25th, 2005 5:16:17 PM
Now Flat-top cannot move because if he does, Kanchana will be open for an attack. So he will ask Gecktar, "Friend Gecktar! move next to me, so we both can fight better!".
Will swing at the wolf (bothering Kanchana), swing with his long sword (critical hit), then hitting the wolf with his Hooves.
OOC I'm using the last week's map.
Long Sword attack AC 34 & 28 critical hit) - Damages 13+7=20hp. Hooves attack AC 30 &22 - Damages 8 & 7 (hopfully)
Gecktar(ceil) (AC22 57/59) d20+6=24 d20+6=19 d6+6=12 d6+6=8 Monday April 25th, 2005 5:28:18 PM
Gecktar not wanting to leave Amada to the wolves will attack Wolf at F11, What he does next will depend on Amada.
Toros uses one of his tattoos and his form grows. He postures to all those nearby trying to strike some fear into them. He then taunts the wolves to come to him and meet his steel.
Flat-top swings his sword and then brings his hooves crashing into the worg in front of him. It neatly drops with the sudden barrage of damage.
Gecktar pulls out his dagger and stabs it into the worg near him. The dagger makes a nice little punture wound in the things body. Still it stands for the fight.
Kanchana rears up and brings her claws to bear upon the werewolf. Her one claws hit and leaves a nice set of bleeding claw wounds, but they start to close before her eyes to leave...unmarked flesh. She then moves back to stay away from the brute and avoid any other wounding.
Solgrin brings forth flames from his hands to burn the werewolf with. The flames lick over the creatures body and you smell burnt hair in the air.
Zeoll casts a spell of his own with his new rod to enhance it. The ball of flame drops right on the head of the werewolf.
Dead Worg.
Another worg circles around and snaps at him from the side as Toros deals with the first worg, that dies (hit: 13 and damage: 6).
One worg drops under the attacks of Flat-top. The other worg circles around so that it is behind Gecktar and Amada.
The werewolf on the left rushes at the now enlarged Toros with all the ferocity of it's kind using teeth and claws (hit: 37/30/26 and damage: 11/7/10). The flaming sphere seems to have been a momentary distraction and did little to no damage.
The werewolf on the right follows along with the worg and moves around behind Gecktar.
The last werewolf seems to be more interested in just tearing into something than anything. It tears into the enlarged Toros, teeth and claws leading (hit: 26/21/34 and damage: 11/9/10). It is singed by the flame but does not seem to have suffered any long term effects.
The larger werewolf charges at Amada with a ferocious snarl. At the last minute it brings a large sword tearing in from the right at her (hit: 38 and damage: 16).
Toros finds another set of bolts shot at him from the roof of the hut (hit: 38(crit21)/28 and damage: 12/11). *Spot DC 16 to notice a wererat on the roof*.
Gecktar is fired upon from the roof as well, a pair of bolts screaming in at him (hit: 30/32 and damage: 15/8). *Spot DC 16 to notice the wererat there:Gecktar is flat-footed*.
The wererat is quick to get in near Toros and his rapier leads the way as he tries to stick him (hit: 18/24 and damage: 7/5).
Amada tears back into the leader of this group with her own viscious claws. Her teeth bite into exposed flesh and mauls the arm of the Wolf Lord.
The council has all it can handle in dealing with the dead and dying hamlet members that lay about. They are also trying to direct what few people are outside to safety. It is not an organized little party for them either.
You hear a high pitched howl that is one of rage and hate come from the center building. From out of it's door comes the cerberus at full speed. It seems intent upon one target and one target only...the Wolf Lord. You notice that there is a more wild look to the beast now and it seems to be in a full rage.
The Hut
Brahmah tears into the worg that is at the door trying to get in. His weapon cuts a nice gash into the side of the worg. He listens for sounds of the werewolves and hears nothing on the roof and the small chimney would be hard for anything to climb down. He would have moved but figures that leaving an opening that the living worgs can come through would be a bad idea.
Kale is able to push the worg back out the window, before it can get in. He then locks the window in the hut and turns to face the worg that has gotten in.
Leets wonders why he is guarding a backdoor that has a large table in front of it, but that was his captain's orders so he stays at his post. He listens for the werewolves but hears nothing.
The worg at the door takes the blow by Brahmah and tears back into him for his trouble (hit: 28 and damage: 10). The other worg continues to pace for a few and then throws itself over the top of it's partner to slam into Brahmah *Str DC 28 to keep it outside*.
The worg that just got into the hut turns and attacks Leets as he stands at the backdoor (hit: 30 and damage: 11).
The worg that had tried to charge through the window finds himself laying on the ground. It jumps back up and shakes itself off as it growls in anger.
A werewolf crawls through the left large window and smiles with drawn back lips. His teeth gleam in the small light that illuminates the hut.
From the right window flies a pair of bolts at Leets (hit: 21/18 and damage: 22/6) *Spot DC 16 to notice the wererat at the window:Leets is flat-footed*.
There is still one werewolf unaccounted for that you know of and had seen outside.
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The werewolves are medium creatures, so are the worgs as well, the wererats are also medium, but the Wolf Lord is a large creature.
A huge creature will take up more room. Most likely a twenty foot area for a huge creature. Not looking it up as I am not that anal.
I have been doing the minuses from the very beginning of the battle. After all, it was almost the first spell cast at the time.
Toros - Would any archer not have the precise shot feat. :)
Yeah, no post yesterday. Had some spotty internet abilities yesterday and all. Plus I went to the dentist to have him look at a tooth. Yipee...I get to have one pulled.
Toros 37/61 hp, AC 29 (+4 Mage Armor, +3 Defensive Fighting), Enlarged-9 rounds d8=4 d8=8 d20=1 d20=14 d20=20 Tuesday April 26th, 2005 6:10:17 PM
(Bless you for the tooth, Jim!!)
The worg that tries to circle Toros comes too close and faces the claws of the Liontaur.
(Dear GM, I think the move of the worg provokes an AoO, and could you please take into account the rolls in Toros's previous turn: AC=22, Paw Damage ahould be 23?)
Not sure whether he made them frightened or not Toros manages to take the attention of all the surrounding were-things. Although he does dodge most of the attacks (eleven in total), the remaining ones (four of them) are enough him to give serious damage (40 hps).
For certain, his enlarged body cannot play any longer his role to pose a big threat to the were-things, and takes one little(!) 10ft step back to the cauldron, letting Toros's hands to drop his halbert and draw his whip.
Standing there (C8) Toros reaches his handy potion (the last CMW potion that Mikhal has given him) and drinks it. (8+4 + 4?, 16hp gain)
Since the were-things require all his attention Toros is almost blinded, and yet too busy to spot the bolt shooter (spot, *natural 1*).
Getting ready for their next attack, in common Toros will continue to taunt the were-things. Meanwhile, in tauric he will ask the help of other Chosen, as he may not stand one more assault like that!
As the were-things pursue their attacks, Toros will look for an opportunity to use his whip on the first moving one to make a trip attack. (With Toros's reach, AoO should rise with the move of were-things, AC, melee touch = 19, strength check = *natural 20* + 13 = 33)
Kale(Ac 22, Hps 66) d20+12=32 d20+12=31 d8+5=10 d8+5=9 4d6(4+5+6+5)=20 4d6(2+3+4+5)=14 Tuesday April 26th, 2005 9:06:29 PM
seeing the hutt fill with wolves, Kale moves behind the worg that attacked Leets and stabbs at its back(flanking with Leets therefore its a sneak attack, hit ac 32 - possible critical with a hit of ac 31, 10 normal damage plus 20 sneak attack damage, then 9 damage for the critical hit for a total of 39 damage. i dont know if i get my sneak attack bonus for the critical hit, but if i do add 14 more damage to the total). feeling sure of himself that he's hurt the wolf bad, Kale turns around to look at the werewolf in the hutt. "Come and get me!" he yells to the monster, hoping to distract the werewolf from attacking Brahmah.
Brahmah (73 of 83 hps) d20+13=28 d20+13=30 d20+8=16 2d4(3+1)+7=11 2d4(2+1)+7=10 2d4(1+2)+7=10 Tuesday April 26th, 2005 9:13:07 PM
The minotaur doesn't bother trying to bar the door; it would be nearly impossible.
So, backing up slightly, he strikes out with his falchion again. (AC 28(crit 30) and 16 for 21 crit and 10 damage)(standard action) Then with a swift movement he draws his kukri.(move action)
Looking at the werewolf, Brahmah swears mentally. "Leets!"
There was another one somewhere, but where?!
He swears mentally again. "Too bad my Catacombs order was late!" He thought.
Kanchana (39/44 HP, 19 AC) d8+2=10 d20+5=19 d20+12=28 Tuesday April 26th, 2005 10:01:36 PM
((I haven't seen the most current map, but I will try this move anyway.))
Kanchana steps sideways so she is behind Solgrin and Flat-top(?). She takes out one of the healing wands and taps herself with it. Now she devotes most of her attention to trying to keep the Chosen alive; and as healed as possible!?
"Thank you Solgrin and Flat-top," Kanchana speaks a hasty thank you to her rescuers.
(Heal self 10HP).
(Spot 19 (looking for any immediate threats to the Chosen; i.e. anything that isn't already uner the Chosens' noses! Also looking for any serious injuries on the Chosen.) Heal 28).
Toros - mee too!! Tuesday April 26th, 2005 11:46:51 PM
Strength check result is 34 (*natural 20* +14)
Flat-top(AC 22 70/85hp) d20+15=32 d8+5=11 d20+14=25 d20+5=20 d4+5=7 d4+5=7 Wednesday April 27th, 2005 10:50:09 AM
Flat-top Tell her, "Kitten! Just keep us alive! and I'll buy you some katnip, OK?"
will now attack the wolf (that was going after Kanchana) he swing his sword, hit the wolf and while the wolf is dizzy. He will use his speical hoove's knuckles.
Sword attack AC 32 - Damages 11 hp. Hooves attack Ac 25 & ac 20 - damages 7+7=14
Gecktar (AC 22 - 51/57 hp) d20+6=25 2d8(6+3)+6=15 2d8(6+4)+6=16 Wednesday April 27th, 2005 11:15:37 AM
Gedktar will charge the Worg(at F/11), He critcally Gore the animal.
Attack (Two horns) Ac25 critical hit - Damages 15+16= 26hp.
Managram(ceil) d20+8=26 d6+4=8 Wednesday April 27th, 2005 11:46:31 AM
Managram will attack the worg(F6) *Blink* and ~Poff~ he bites the worg (Ac 26 - damages 8hp) *Blinks* again. He will reapear (at J/5) ~Poof~ He barks at the Wolf at the window.
Rozca(ceil) Wednesday April 27th, 2005 11:50:20 AM
Rozca ask Solgrim " Master! Can I have fun too? Can I play with the dogs?" She starts to beat her wings, to get readu to fly.
Croc(ceil) d20+8=28 d8+7=10 d8+7=10 Wednesday April 27th, 2005 11:57:33 AM
Croc is none too happy at this growling and snapping dog, so he bites the Wolf(B/7) and it's a critical bite (attack bite Ac 28 critical - Damages 10+10=20 hp.)
Confusious say: Don't spit in a open mouth of a Croc.
Leets d20+11=20 d20+6=21 d6+7=12 d6+7=11 Wednesday April 27th, 2005 12:09:25 PM
Clenching his teeth, Leets turns on himself, and gathers the holy power of Domi in his fist as he strikes the Worg with his club (Smite evil, attacks 20 and 21, damage 12 and 11).
Zeoll (AC18, HP46, Prayer, Inspire Courage, Produce Flame, Flaming Sphere) d20+4=15 d6+3=4 2d6(3+6)=9 Wednesday April 27th, 2005 3:50:55 PM
Zeoll uses a standard attack to toss a Produced Flame on the canine nearest himself -- Hits AC15 (ranged touch attack) for 4 hp fire damage. With his move action he directs his Flaming Sphere onto the same canine -- Reflex Save 15 for 9 or no damage.
[OOC: Prayer spell offers a "+1 luck bonus on attack rolls, weapon damage rolls ..." Does that include spell damage rolls? I think not, so I have not included a +1 damage above. If I am wrong, please boost damages by one, above.]
========== Produce Flame -- 2 of 6 flames used Inspire Courage -- 2 of 5 rounds used Flaming Sphere -- 2 of 6 rounds used
Solgrin (AC18, HP26, Barkskin) 5d4(4+4+4+4+1)=17 Wednesday April 27th, 2005 5:43:18 PM
Solgrin takes another 5-foot step back away from the werewolves then lets loose with another burning hands spell directed at the same werewolf.(dmg 17, REF save vs DC 15 for half dmg)
Toros takes a step back towards the cauldron and drops his halbred to draw his whip. He then takes a potion and drinks it down. He still does not notice the shooter though he is aware of the attack.
Kanchana moves to the side of the cauldron and uses a healing wand to heal up herself. She takes the time to thank Solgrin and Flat-top for their assistance. She spots the wererat upon the roof of the house that is shooting at Gecktar and the one that is shooting at Toros. The Chosen that is wounded the worst is Toros that she notices right off.
Flat-top lets his kitten know that it is no big deal and that is she keeps them alive he will buy her katnip. He then brings his sword and hooves into the werewolf that is near him.
Gecktar turns and charges into the worg that has moved in behind him to get at those behind him. His horns are devastating and tears the thing open. It falls to the ground very much dead.
Rozca seeks guidance from her master to see if she should pitch in on this fight.
Croc moves forward and chomps down upon the worg that moves too close to him and his master. It neatly bites the head off the worg with one little snap of it's powerful jaws.
Zeoll drops a flame upon the werewolf that is facing off against Toros and then directs his flaming sphere against it as well. His flame leaves the werewolf smoking again and the scent of burnt hair is now stronger.
Solgrin gathers himself together and sends another burning hands into the werewolf that he had injured earlier. His flames lick over the beast and more burnt hair is added to the already choking scent in the air.
Four dead worgs.
The werewolf on the left rushes at the now enlarged Toros with all the ferocity of it's kind using teeth and claws (hit: 33/25/20 and damage: 9/10/10). It easily dodges the snaking whip as it seeks to strike and trip him up. The werewolf is once again pelted with a little ball of fire and then slammed into by another one, it howls in a murderous rage.
The werewolf that had circles comes after Kanchana and she soon finds herself meeting a pair of claws once again (hit: 29/22 and damage: 8/7).
This werewolf turns and tears into Flat-top who had just attacked him. It's teeth and claws trying to find soft exposed skin to rip and tear (hit: 25/21/26 and damage: 7/12/9). It is suddenly touched again by flames and howls in rage as it turns eyes to Solgrin.
The Wolf Lord brings it's large sword chopping into Amada three times in rapid succession with devastating effect (hit: 38/26/16 and damage: 10/16/10).
The wererat on the roof is having so much fun that it fires off another pair of bolts at Toros(hit: 29/30 and damage: 6/8). *Spot DC 16 to notice a wererat on the roof*.
The other wererat fires upon the turned back of Gecktar, two bolts traveling at his exposed back(hit: 21/15 and damage: 13/9). *Spot DC 16 to notice the wererat there*
The wererat sees and opening and heads for the wizard in the group of the Chosen. His rapier weaving a deadly pattern as it strikes, it then leans forward and bites at Solgrin (hit: 29/27/12 and damage: 5/6/5).
Amada continues her assault upon the Wolf Lord, but Kanchana can tell that she is also in big trouble. It is apparent to her healing skills that the werebear will fall before long.
The council has finally gotten it's act together and everyone is safe, well to a point. You then notice that the three head council members join hands and begin to chant in a low voice that gets louder. Soon it is a deafening roar that fills the sky with an electrical energy and the very air seems charged. A bolt of jagged lightning slams into the werewolf that is attacking Kanchana.
Belle-Mort-Laia has emerged from the hut earlier and continues it's charge towards the Wolf Lord. They slam into the Wolf Lord, all three heads biting and ripping hunks of flesh off.
The Hut
Kale moves to hit the worg that attacks Leets. His sword bites into the thing from behind and it goes down easily.
Brahmah's falchion slices into the airborne worg as it jumps at him. He backs up in time to get out of it's way but now it is inside the hut and still alive. He draws his kukri and prepares a better defense as he listens for the other werewolf.
Managarm blinks and tears into a falling corpse of the worg, but it makes him feel better.
Leets see the enemy go down and figures that his best bet is to engage the werewolf that just came in before it can do any damage to them. The werewolf withers under the holy attack of Domi.
The worg that had been first fighting Brahmah slips inside the hut behind it friend and heads for Managarm. It's teeth try to find purchase upon the poor friend of Leets (hit: 25 and damage: 11).
The flying worg lands though badly cut up by Brahmah as it made it's flight into the hut. It snaps at Brahmah tyring to force him back even further into the hut (hit: 23 and damage: 7).
Dead worg.
The worg has shaken off it's blow to the head from Kale earlier and slips inside the hut and growls at Brahmah.
A werewolf finds itself on the receiving end of some holy energy and it howls in pain. It turns it's attention to Leets and tears into him with teeth and claws (hit: 22/28/17 and damage: 9/8/5).
None has noticed the little ratface that peeks in through the window, but it does send another pair of bolts flying into the room at Kale (hit: 34/18 and damage: 23(7+16)/12) *Spot DC 16 to notice the wererat at the window*.
You can hear a growling at the backdoor of the hut and a loud bang upon the door. The heavy table shakes but does not move, then there is a louder thud as if something is throwing it's weight against the door. Still the table does not move and you all sigh, till you see the still open window in the back.
Kanchana (24/44 HP, 19 AC) d8+2=7 Thursday April 28th, 2005 12:14:04 AM
Once again Kanchana is leaving one heck of a bloody trail around her. She sees that the Chosen are faring rather badly, the werebear isn't her concern for the moment - eventhough Amada is a Taur.
"REGROUP CHOSEN! Beware the werecreature on the roof Toros!"
She cannot heal all of the Chosen at once and they are now spread too far apart. Shoddy tactics yet again. Kanchana takes another 5 ft step back.
She wishes that the villagers had had more sense and not panicked when the attack began.
If Solgrin is still within touching range Kanchana will heal him with a touch of the wand; there is no time for any mundane care.
(Heals Solgrin (if within touching range) or self if not: heals 7HP)
(James you must tell me who gets the benefit of the healing so that HP can be corrected.)
Brahmah (64 of 83 hps) d20+11=21 d20+12=15 d20+6=26 d20+7=22 d20+6=12 2d4(3+4)+7=14 2d4(3+1)+7=11 d6+4=6 d6+4=7 Thursday April 28th, 2005 4:04:58 AM
Brahmah needs to finish off the worg, so he attempts it. (AC 21, 15, 26(no crit) and 22 for 14, 6, 11 and 7 damage)[both weapons are magical] If he has to, he will split his attack if the worg falls.
"I bet you the others are sitting back to a quiet dinner with the druids!" He shouts to the others.
Gecktar (AC 22 55/57hp) d20+6=22 d6+4=10 Thursday April 28th, 2005 6:55:38 AM
Gecktar will now take his Silver knife and drive the knife deep into the body of the Were Wolf.( Attack Ac 22 - Damages 10hp )
He hears what Kanchana said about were cretures shoting arrows at them. "Solgum!" yells the Cleric, "Send Rozca to take care of those Were Archers. She's the only one that can fly at night!"
Flat-top (AC 22 54/85hp) d20+15=31 d20+11=31 d8+5=12 2d8(8+4)+10=22 Thursday April 28th, 2005 7:19:02 AM
Flat-top will attack the nearest WereWolf to himself. He will attack in a cross cut effect with his sword. (He does not want a Wolf attacking his under belly!)
Attack Ac 31 & Ac 31 (critical) - Damages 12+22=14hp.
Toros 34/61 hp, AC 29 (+4 Mage Armor, +3 Defensive Fighting, -1 Enlarged), Enlarged-8 rounds, Inspire Courage, Prayer d8=1 d8=8 d8=8 d20=18 d8=1 d20=17 d8=6 d20=4 Thursday April 28th, 2005 9:25:50 AM
If one wants, one can track Toros easily with the weapons he drops on the way, this time his whip being added to the list. Much to his surprise the werewolf is able to continue its brutal attack and one pair of bolts hit their targets on the Wemic. (Fighthing defensively, Toros drops his whip in order not to be tripped)
Toros steps back to the right side of the cauldron, moving to the side of Kanchana and Solgrin. During his move, he draws his scimitar.
Thanks to the potion from lotto, Toros still is able to survive without healing from other Chosen. (Drink CMW potion, thanks!! to the re-roll of 1, 20 hp regain)
Now, the enlarged Liontaur again waits the were-things's move in order to get an opportunity to attack. As Kanchana (and hopefully Solgrin) takes 5 step back, their opponents will have to move in order to pursue their attack, which would give Toros a good chance to get a pay-back for the Chosen. (Toros will use the 20ft reach of his scimitar for an AoO against either the wererat that has attacked Solgrin or the werewolf that has attacked Kanchana - depending on which one seems to be a bigger threat for the Chosens. If Toros cannot attack any of these were-things then he will look for the right opportunity to attack the werewolf that has been attacking him.)
AC= 24 (critical threat) Damage=11, AC=23 (critical confirmation) Additional Damage=16 total damage= 27 before damage reduction(assuming he can use two-hand to attack)
Meanwhile Toros hears Kanchana's warning about the were-thing on the roof, although he still cannot spot it clearly yet (spot=9 (4+5) < 16).
In the absence of Brahmah, Kale and Leets, together with Gecktar, Toros is doing his best to support Flat-Top and keep the were-things away from other Chosen. Meanwhile, Solgrin and Zeoll seem to be giving good damage to the were-things, and now the Council and Cerberus join the fight for revenge and the defense of Hamlet. Taking a second for break, the Liontaur cannot help but wonder what the Chosen at the Hut are doing.
Toros also notices Amada is close to the edge of falling. Not sure she will (be able to) listen to him, he will call in Tauric to the Were-bear Centaur "Amada, don't do something crazy, come here, we can heal you!!"
Toros- addendum d20=16 Thursday April 28th, 2005 9:33:58 AM
OOC: Do not have the map, but in case to see whether Toros's movement will create an AoO, I rolled a tumble check (16+6 =22 > 15, DC for Tumble at one-half speed as part of normal movement, provoking no attacks of opportunity while doing so.)
Kale(Ac 22, Hps 66/43) d20+9=21 d20+12=30 d8+5=6 4d6(1+3+3+6)=13 Thursday April 28th, 2005 10:05:55 AM
after getting hit by one of the bolts, Kale turns around and sees the little monster shooting him(spot check of 21), but decides to go over and help Leets with the werewolf, once again trying to stab at the back of his enemy(move into flanking position with Leets on the werewolf, gets sneak attack bonus and flanking bonus, hit AC 30 for 6 normal damage and 13 sneak attack damage for a total of 19 pts) then he yells to Brahmah and Leets "There's a rat with a bow over there!"
Zeoll (AC18, HP46, Prayer, Inspire Courage, Produce Flame, Flaming Sphere) 2d6(6+4)=10 d8+1=7 Thursday April 28th, 2005 4:57:52 PM
If any enemy is still in the same square as the Flaming Sphere, then it must make a reflex save vs DC15 for 10 or none.
Zeoll takes out a curing wand, moves five feet up to Kale, and touches him with it.
This is the wand that Brahmah used to carry. [OOC: Jay, what kind of curing was it? I'm assuming CLW until you say otherwise.] Kale is cured for 7.
Solgrin (AC18, HP22/26, Barkskin) Friday April 29th, 2005 3:28:23 AM
Feeling the two rapier strikes Solgrin yelps in pain, while the bite misses him. Solgrin smiles as Kanchana heals him of some of the damage then he casts Invisibility on himself while sharing it with Rozca.
Solgrin tells Rozca mentally "fly over and give the archers alittle sting for the Chosen my love but becareful."
Solgrin then moves back away from the wererat.
(OOC to Cayzle) Friday April 29th, 2005 5:02:51 AM
((Kale is at the hut Cayzle, Zeoll was in the fort wasn't he?))
((LOL Jay! Brahmah would love the party games the rest of the Chosen are having!)) ;)
Rozca (ceil) d20+4=23 d4+5=8 Friday April 29th, 2005 7:28:43 AM
Rozca smiles (if she can)Yes! Master!. She flies to where the archer or archers are, Still invisable and sting him (in a place where he cannot teach!)
If there's another archer there She'll get him next round. (remember this little girl IS Invisable! and proud of it.)
Attack ac23 - damages 8hp.
Managram (ceil) d20+8=25 d6+4=8 Friday April 29th, 2005 7:37:38 AM
Managram will go after anything that even put Leets in danger.
Attack (bite) Ac 25 - Damage 8hp.
Croc(ceil) Friday April 29th, 2005 7:39:55 AM
Croc will defend Zeoll by swishing his tail and growling.
Flat-top (AC 22 54/85hp) d20+15=29 d20+11=16 d8+5=12 d8+5=7 Friday April 29th, 2005 7:48:30 AM
Flat-top will attack the same wolf or any other that is in range of his sword. As he swing at his target. He yells at his enermy "Get off our healer! Poss Bucket!"
Attack AC 29/16 - Damages 12/7hp.
Gecktar (AC 24 51/57hp) d20+9=24 Friday April 29th, 2005 7:58:23 AM
Gecktar will try to get Amada to come with him, so they can protect and heal her properly. "Come with me, Amada! Let the Wolf Lord come to us, then we have a better chance to defeat him. Come with me, my Dear."
He still has his silver knife in hand. BUT will gore the Wolf Lord if he should come too chose to them.
Kanchana is hurt and bleeding but she is still able to dole out some healing. She taps Solgrin with her wand after moveing back five feet for protection. She calls for the Chosen to close up ranks so that healing and punishment can be dealt out in two and threes.
Gecktar slams his silver knife into the body of the werecreature and watches in satisfaction as the weapon has full effect upon it. He has Solgrin send his familiar after one of the archers on the houses.
Flat-top uses a cross slashing motion on the werewolf before near him not wanting to expose his belly to the thing. Both of his attacks strike true.
Toros falls into a full retreat once again as he drops yet another weapon. He moves beside the cauldron and chugs down another potion and feels the effects of healing. He then draws his scimitar and waits. He calls to Amada to join up with them for healing and to help out.
Zeoll had been thinking about Kale at this time when he pulls out his wand of curing. Though Kale is not there he moves over and heals up Kanchana instead as she seems to be in need of it.
Solgrin is struck by the rapier and it makes him yelp in pain. Still he backs off and then casts a spell, sharing it with his familiar. He asks her to go and give the little archer on the roof a little sting for him but to be careful.
Rozca flies up to the hut on the right and stings the little wererat that is positioned there. She then moves back out of the way to launch another attack.
Croc moves slightly to defend Zeoll, swishing his tail and growling loudly for all to hear.
Four dead worgs.
The werewolf on the left rushes looks directly at the posturing crocodile and moves in that direction. He attemps to rip into the poor thing with tooth and claws (hit: 29/19/28 and damage: 11/9/8). This time the ball of fire has no effect as the werewolf dodges past it with no effects.
The werewolf feels the bite of a silver weapon and turns upon Gecktar with a vengeance. His teeth and claws go to work upon the taur (hit: 26/28/34 and damage: 13/10/9).
This werewolf once again attacks Flat-top. It's teeth and claws trying to find soft exposed skin to rip and tear (hit: 24/17/29 and damage: 11/11/10).
The Wolf Lord turns it's attention to the cerberus as it comes out to attack him. The sword decends upon the things body in three rapid strokes (hit: 40/23/29 and damage: 16/16/17).
The wererat looks over the targets that remain on the field and picks one to shoot at. He fires off a pair of bolts at Flat-top who is closer than the rest (hit: 24/28 and damage: 11/11). *Spot DC 16 to notice a wererat on the roof*.
The wererat finds itself stung by the little flying dragon, but now she has a problem as she becomes visible. The wererat fires off a pair of bolts at the little dragon as it snarls (hit: 33/17 and damage: 7/6). *Spot DC 16 to notice the wererat there*
The wererat watches as the wizard goes invisible and shrugs his little rat shoulders as he turns to attack Toros, his rapier leads but he does follow it up with a viscious bite (hit: 30/18/29 and damage: 7/7/3).
Amada falls back with the sudden onslaught of the Wolf Lord. She had not been prepared for that level of an attack and she shakes it off.
The council continues its chant as it directs another lightning bolt into the werewolf by Croc. The bolt slams into the werewolf with some effect and gives the poor crocodile a jolt.
Belle-Mort-Laia seems to feel no effects from the sword at all. In it's frenzy it sees only one thing and can know only one thing. This is the one that killed it's companion and friend...it must die. All three sets of jaws snap into the Wolf Lord tearing off more flesh.
werewolf AC 18 wererat AC 20 worg AC 15
The Hut
Brahmah decides to make short work of the worg that is before him so that he can move on to more problematic enemies. His sword neatly cuts into the worg, dropping it to the ground lifeless.
Kale feels the bite of the bolt and turns to see the little ratface in the window of the hut. He decides that the werewolf already inside the hut is more danger than this little rat so he helps Leets with it. He does let Brahmah know about the rat in the window.
Managarm blinks over to attack the werewolf, biting into its legs with ferociety. It had attacked his master after all.
Leets is momentarily stunned by the sudden rumbling sound that he hears outside. He could have sworn that he just heard a loud, well bang and then the tremble of the ground.
The worg sets up a flank with the last other worg standing and attacks Brahmah from the other side (hit: 19 and damage: 7).
Two dead worgs.
The worg charges in at Brahmah, his teeth leading the way (hit: 13 and damage: 6).
A werewolf turns on Kale as he stabs into his back. Teeth and claws meet the rogue with a vengeance for the earlier attack (hit: 25/32/26 and damage: 6/7/13).
The wererat has been spotted by Kale and he points it out, but the rat is not worried. After all it is outside, so it turns it's crossbow at Brahmah and fires off two bolts at him (hit: 11/29 and damage: 11/18(6+12)) *Spot DC 16 to notice the wererat at the window:Brahmah is flat-footed*.
There is a sudden loud crash from the backdoor as it splinters and comes apart. The table is neatly thrown back out of the way with great force. From the opening walks in a werewolf that snarls in defiance at the small group.
[i]werewolf AC 20 worf AC 15
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Zeoll - Applied your healing to Kanchana as she is the nearest in need.
Kanchana - Applied your healing to Solgrin. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Sorry for no post yesterday, but with this combat I am wanting almost all of you posting. As you can see this is not an easy one. :)
Kale(Ac 22, Hps 66/17) d20+12=25 d8+5=13 4d6(4+3+2+4)=13 Friday April 29th, 2005 4:11:27 PM
bleeding from the arrow and the claws of the werewolf, Kale will continue to attack the werewolf(flanking attack, hit AC25 for 13 pts of damage and 13 pts of sneak attack damage for a total of 26 damage) then Kale will take a 5ft step back and prey that that was enough to take down the 1st werewolf.
Brahmah (<64 of 83 hps) d20+7=15 d20+15=18 d20+10=13 Friday April 29th, 2005 5:19:13 PM
(OOC: I would like a map for the next round please. :))
(Spot 15, missed check... as to the damage he takes, I'm unclear on what AC you hit. Brahmah's flat-footed AC is 21)
Brahmah sees Kale is in trouble with the werewolf and moves to a flanking position with Kale. Brahmah strikes at the were wolf with his Falchion, missing twice but giving Kale the advantage.
In tauric, Brahmah says to Kale, "If we can capture one of these beasts, we'd have proof she's innocent."
Brahmah (additional) Friday April 29th, 2005 6:05:50 PM
Also speaking tauric. "Leets, send Managarm for help!"
Toros - OOC Saturday April 30th, 2005 9:37:58 AM
Thanks for the map, Jim.
Would it be also possible for you to list the HPs of Chosen according to your records? I am a bit worried that there could be some discrepancy with ours, and I want to make sure the health condition of Chosen, as this has become a fight for life. :-)
Also, how many turns would you allow one Chosen to leave hamlet and reach the hut? Kup had mentioned about a 19 minutes. With "fly" and "haste" how would it be?
And one last little thing.., there were four guardsmen, Horatio and others... Are they all dead? I remember you were talking about one "who was reaching his spear..." :-b
Zeoll (AC18, HP46, Prayer, Inspire Courage, Produce Flame, Flaming Sphere) 2d6(3+4)=7 Saturday April 30th, 2005 1:03:52 PM
Zeoll directs the flaming sphere onto the werewolf again (reflex 15 for 7 or no damage). Then he casts Tasha's Hideous Laughter on the Wolf Lord (will 16 or takes no actions for two rounds).
(How much damage has croc taken?)
(People, remember your Inspire Courage and Prayer bonuses! Jim, are the enemies taking the -1 penalty on attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saves, and skill checks from the Prayer?)
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Produce Flame -- 2 of 6 flames used Inspire Courage -- 4 of 5 rounds used Flaming Sphere -- 4 of 6 rounds used Hideous Laughter (if it works) -- 1 of 2 rounds used
Bard slots unused: 3 of 3 Level 0 spells; Difficulty Class 15 1 of 2 Level 1 spells; Difficulty Class 16
5 goodberries from earlier.
Charges used from CLW wand: 1.
Zeoll Again Saturday April 30th, 2005 1:22:22 PM
[OOC: Sorry! Hideous Laughter has a range of only 30 feet for Zeoll. He will target the Wererat fighting Toros.]
Toros 24/61 hp, AC 29 (+4 Mage Armor, +3 Defensive Fighting, -1 Enlarged), Enlarged-7 rounds, Inspire Courage, Prayer d8=5 d20=17 d20=18 d8=8 d8=4 d20=2 d20=9 Sunday May 1st, 2005 12:33:32 AM
Seeing Gecktar and Amada are in trouble, and his wererat opponent is being distracted with Zeoll's attempt to make it hideously laugh, enlarged Toros takes his chance... Picking his CMW Potion up from his handy gear, he moves to a position to reach both Amada and Gecktar.
Standing in between the two Taurs first Toros will reach Gecktar and cure him, spontenaously channeling some of his healing energy.
Meanwhile he hopes Amada will somehow recognize the Potion he is holding even in her were-bear form - Her house was full of such potions and she should be very skilled in potions and stuff.
"Amada, please drink this. It will heal you!!"
Hopefully, the badly wounded Centaur Were-Bear will take the potion and drink it.
Finally, Toros will again ready himself for an opportunity that will help him strike with his scimitar. He will do his best to protect Gecktar and Amada, while they recover from some of their wounds.
OOC: After the last attacks of the were-wolf Gecktar should be in negative hit points, if I am not wrong. To heal Gecktar enough to allow his own actions I have posted, when I have the earliest chance, however, please consider the order of Toros's action, after Kanchana's and before Gecktar`s and Amada's.
Toros is somewhere between Amada and Gecktar in line 11. Gecktar is cured 5+2=7 hit points. Rolled a tumble check in case, 17. If AoO arises 17 hp damage before damage reduction (unconfirmed critical) Toros would almost notice the wererat shooters this time! (spot 9+6=15!)
Flat-top (AC 22 11/85hp) d20+15=32 d20+12=27 d8+5=12 d8+5=11 Sunday May 1st, 2005 7:46:41 AM
Flat-top attacks again the wolf(E/8) with his cross attack. Yelling at Kanchana, "Kitten! Healing Please! I'm getting weaker! No time to Stop!". As he presses on with the fight.
Attack Ac 32 & Ac 27 - damages 12+11=23hp.
Gecktar (AC 22 25/57hp) d20+6=22 2d8(5+1)+6=12 2d8(7+4)+6=17 Sunday May 1st, 2005 8:18:08 AM
Gecktar notices that behind him there's a werewolf, behind him. Not sure if this werewolf is goinig for the Counscil and the people, He will take no chances.
Gecktat will charge and gore the wolf (-A/11).
A charging gore Ac 22 - Double damages on charge 12+17=29hp.
He still has that knife in his hands.
Managra(ceil) (Ac 20 - 18/18hp) d20+8=26 d6+4=9 Sunday May 1st, 2005 8:50:33 AM
Managram will attack the Werewolf between Kale and his master Leets. He'll bites the were wolf in a place that will draw blood. Then the celestral dog will back up a little bit.
Attack Bite Ac 26 - Damages 9hp.
Rozca(ceil) (Ac 20 28/28hp) d20+4=23 d4+5=8 Sunday May 1st, 2005 9:05:44 AM
Rozca (who is still invisable)could smile! She would have a great big grin on her dragon lips. She watches the wererat stisting and turning, trying to reach the point of the poision stab.
She will sting the wererat with her poision stinger again, this time she aims for a nice tender spot on his hind cheek.
Sting attack Ac 23 (too bad she does not get critical hits) - Damages 8hp.
DM Kim - This were rat has gotten two sting of poison, he should get weaker by now? Should he not?
Croc(ceil)(Ac 20 39/39hp) d20+6=25 d12+7=18 Sunday May 1st, 2005 9:26:02 AM
The Pet Gater has a mouth full of fur and it's not very tasty. This puts him in a very foul mood! He will quickly advance to the Werewolf (at B/6), he will strike with his tail and try to get the fur out of his mouth.
Attack with tail Ac 25 - Damages 18hp.
Kanchana (24/44 HP, 19 AC) d8+2=8 Sunday May 1st, 2005 4:30:12 PM
Kanchana hopefully will be able to get to Flat-top to heal him somewhat. (Heal Flat-top 8HP)
If she gets the chance she will then change to the more powerful healing wand, as the Chosen are soon to be worm-bait without it's use.
Kanchana perceives Toros beginning to shift towards Gecktar and Amada. 'Didn't anyone learn anything from when Vasch got himself killed??'
"IF WE DON'T REGROUP NOW, AND STAY TOGETHER WE WILL ALL DIE! TOROS, STAY PUT!" Kanchana calls out.
"GECKTAR GET YOUR BUTT OVER HERE! IF SHE WON'T FOLLOW THEN YOU'VE DONE ALL YOU CAN FOR HER!"Kanchana's voice carries a definate sense of urgency.
Death for many among the Chosen here is certainly immenent if the tide of battle doesn't shift immediately and significantly. The healer's either aren't getting the openings they need to heal the wounded; or are not doing their duty.
Toros - OOC, hps Monday May 2nd, 2005 5:57:12 AM
I think Flat-top's hp is 20 (28 with Kanchana's healing), Kanchana's hp is 31 after Zeoll's healing.
Croc is 20hp Rozca is 21hp Managram is 7hp
Leets??
Brahmah (OOC) Monday May 2nd, 2005 6:00:36 AM
OOC: Are we having FUN yet!!! Chosen, fight to the death! ;)
We need everyone to pull together please. We are seperated and have to use ALL our resources. No one should be missing posts... it may cost a life or lives!
Solgrin (AC18, HP22/26, Barkskin, Invisible) Monday May 2nd, 2005 7:29:35 AM man we are spread out to much, time for us to pull together and focus on one opponent at a time.
Solgrin will step back to (-A9) then will call out to the others "focus our attacks on 1 or 2 opponents instead of several different ones. If we focus we should beable to drop them quicker!"
Solgrin will then prepare to cast a spell.
Kanchana (OOC) Monday May 2nd, 2005 5:48:00 PM
(Good points Jay; however this is just a game and everyone needs to remember that first and foremost. No one can help what RL throws at them - and RL comes first and is the most important thing. If the DM decides to kill someone off because a RL situation kept them from posting then that reflects bad on the DM and the game both doesn't it?)
Flat-top(AC 22 25/57hp) d20+14=27 d8+5=10 Monday May 2nd, 2005 6:33:24 PM
"Yes! Mother Dear! I'm comming!" He slastes the were rat(C/10) for (Ac 27- Damages 10hp). Flat-top will back up one square (to D/10).
OOC: Flat-top would trample him if he could.
Brahmah OOC Monday May 2nd, 2005 7:50:29 PM
OOC: Of course I don't expect people to ignore RL situations, but if they see something getting in the way of posting for a day or two, there SHOULD be a substitute waiting to fill in for said person. :) That's why we're all friends and family here, we back each other up.
As for bad decisions being made when one is killed, I think it doesn't so much reflect on the game and it does on the blood thirsty DM happily killing someone for their own sick thrills. :)
Remember friends, communication is key. If your unable to post for a day or a week, please, email the DM and your fellow players and we will fill in for you. I had no clue Gillis was taking a break, I got no email. I simply thought he wasn't posting anymore. I was wrong. This is an example of miscommunication that could have been clearer. :)
Fight for Life, part III. (DM Jim) 4d4(2+1+2+3)=8 d20+6=22 3d8(5+8+2)+16=31 d20+5=17 d20+6=19 d20+16=18 d20+16=29 d20+16=21 d6+7=13 d6+7=9 d8+7=10 d20+16=33 d20+16=26 d20+16=19 d6+7=12 d6+7=12 d8+7=10 d20+16=34 d20+16=20 d20+16=35 d6+7=9 d6+7=13 d8+7=12 d20+23=33 d20+18=22 d20+13=21 2d8(8+1)+8=17 2d8(6+3)+8=17 2d8(3+5)+8=16 d20+16=27 d20+11=20 d8+5=7 d8+5=8 d20+16=35 d20+11=27 d8+5=10 d8+5=6 d20+15=25 d20+10=28 d20+11=23 d6+3=4 d6+3=4 d6=3 Tuesday May 3rd, 2005 1:33:41 AM The Hamlet
Zeoll directs his flaming sphere at the werewolf, then falls into a spell but has to change his target to the wererat. They wererat does not stop to laugh or anything and then Zeoll knows that his spell has had not effect.
Toros moves and channels healing energies into Gecktar as he hols out a potion that he hopes that Amada will take. Otherwise he waits to give his friends time to recover and plan an effective counter attack.
Flat-top presses his attack upon the werewolf that he faces. He cries out for help from his ever helpful kitten, though he is not sure if she can get to him.
Gecktar charges and gores the werewolf that was behind him. He still holds his knife but is starting to worry about the group as a whole.
Rozca who found herself visible after her very first attack has been struck by one bolt but takes another sting into the wererat who seems to be unaffected by last times attack.
Croc had bitten into the thing earlier and now brings his tail into play upon the hurt werewolf.
Kanchana heads for Flat-top and pours some healing into him, though it may not be much...maybe it will keep him alive for awhile longer. She hollers about regrouping and the healers doing thier job. The vision of Vasch dying flies into her mind and she sees it happening again.
Solgrin yells out to the Chosen as he backs up. They need to pull together and focus on one enemy at a time. Otherwise they are going to be overwhelmed. He then prepares a spell of his own.
Four dead worgs.
The werewolf growls as the crocodile smacks him with it's tail. It tears back into the crocodile with blood-red vengeance on his mind (hit: 18/29/21 and damage: 13/9/10). He easily skips around the ball of flame during the fight.
The werewolf staggers under the heavy attack from the charging taur. It then growls as it too strikes back on the taur before it, Gecktar (hit: 33/26/19 and damage: 12/12/10).
Flat-top is under extreme pressure from this werewolf. It comes back at him with all intentions of finishing off the job that it started (hit: 34/20/35 and damage: 9/13/12).
The Wolf Lord brings his sword once again into the cerberus with no mercy in his actions. The cerberus seems to still be holding on, maybe not even hurt that bad really (hit: 33/22/21 and damage: 17/17/16).
The wererat figures that the werewolf has the centaur taken care off and turns his crossbow upon Kanchana, firing off two bolts at her (hit: 27/20 and damage: 7/8).
The wererat is stung again by the little dragon and it wonders what is wrong with this little creature. It turns the crossbow upon it again as it smiles (hit: 35/27 and damage: 10/6).
The wererat moves on past all of the Chosen as it heads for the council. It sends it's rapier into the body of the older elder of the coucil and then bites at him (hit: 25/28/23 and damage: 4/4/3).
Amada hunches over and then throws her arms out wide with her head tilted back. She roars into the air as everyone feels a healing wave pass through thier body *all Chosen healed 31 points*.
The council slams another bolt into the werewolf facing off against the crocodile. Then the wererat is there and the eldest council member is falling to the ground bleeding out from three wounds upon his body. The other two seem in shock as their link is broken and they shake with fatigue.
Belle-Mort-Laia accepts the sword blow, but still seems to care little. In their frenzy they can care less about anything but revenge.
There is a sudden loud explosion in the direction of Amada's hut, that trembles the very ground that everyone stands upon. If that is not enough from the ground below the werewolf that faces off against Gecktar there sudden springs forth large woody vines. They seem to writhe on thier own and twist around the werecreature and then they turn upon Gecktar as well *Reflex DC 16 or be stuck fast*.
A blue portal has opened up in the middle of the hamlet, but you are not sure who did that. If anyone looks towards it they will see the other Chosen at the hut fighting for thier lives as well.
werewolf AC 18 wererat AC 20 worg AC 15
The Hut
Kale stabs the werewolf again but finds that it is still standing. So much for his hopes...is that a sinking feeling that he has.
Brahmah moves and brings his weapons to bear upon the werewolf as well. Trying to find soft spots and openings in the things armor he finds that he has no luck. He does call out a thought that they maybe able to capture one of these beasts as proof, well that is his hope anyways.
Managarm blinks in and attacks the werewolf that is beating on his master. He then steps back some to see what will happen next.
Leets is momentarily blinded and disoriented by the explosion. He is not able to make a move as he rubs at his eyes lightly to restore his sight.
Two dead worgs.
As the enemies start to make thier own attacks there is a fizzing and poping from the far corner. It seems that the potions have finally mixed togething into something that maybe dangerous. There is a sudden bright flash followed by a loud explosion. Shrapnel is thrown everywhere as part of the floor and glass is sent flying in all directions *Reflex DC 14 or 8 damage*. Everyone is blinded for a split second but as the light fades you see the room is in shambles or more that it originally was. Someone may see a flash of light from the corner that the explosion had come from *Spot DC 12*.
A blue portal opens where the explosion happened. Looking in that direction will allow you to spot the other Chosen in a bad way in the hamlet. They seem to be in a bad way as well.
For those of you who are interested, yes I have been applying penalties to all attacks, damage, saves and skills even.
With a haste spell or flying I may allow someone to get to the hut in about ten minutes.
Horatio is part of the council and therefore in the link with the other two council members. The other guards are busy keeping watch on fellow hamlet members as they have no real chance and they know it. They will only try to join the fight if things are really bad, but they know that they will not accomplish much.
Gecktar (AC 22/24 HP 32) d20+1=17 d20+8=24 d6+5=11 d20+8=13 Tuesday May 3rd, 2005 4:21:16 AM
Gecktar almost felt under the repeated attacks of the werewolf but Amada's healing bring him new vitality. Feeling the vines growing he makes few agile steps escaping their grasp (Reflex save 17) and takes advantage of the situation to stab the werewolf with his silver dagger another time (hit AC 24 damage with silver weapon 11hp) before leaving the area where the vines are, moving (-A10).
Active spells : Bull's strength (42rnd) Protection from evil (43 rnd)
(OOC the wererat is subject to AoO from any Chosen that are in its path. If it moves within reach of Gecktar (B10, A10, -A10) he will make one hit AC 13 not enough to hit...)
Brahmah (64 of 83 hps) d20+8=15 d20+8=20 d20+11=15 d20+12=14 d20+6=15 d20+7=15 Tuesday May 3rd, 2005 6:15:12 AM
(Reflex save 15) (Spot check 20)
The minotaur's eyes take in everything at once, the explosion, the wounds on Kale, the blinded paladin, the portal to the hamlet(A portal!?) and the advancing shapeshifters. This is the only chance we'll get. He thinks.
He shouts at the portal at the top of his lungs to see if it isn't an illusion. "Get To Know Me Domi!" He yells in hopes to get the Chosen's attention.
In tauric, he says to Kale, "Get through the portal... there and save yourself. Take Leets with you, he seems confused. I'll follow if I can!" He suggests. It is obvious to Kale that he is not making a command, he's pleading as a friend and brethren. "Go! The Chosen need you two!" His eyes plea to the urban ranger.
He turns on the werewolf and strikes out again. "Alright you trumped up oversized mutt. Le'see what you got?!" He swings again, missing ALL four swings, but STILL IN FLANKING POSITION WITH KALE (should he decide to stay).
OOC: I can't believe my luck!! Crapola!
Brahmah (OOC) Tuesday May 3rd, 2005 6:18:04 AM
OOC: Have there been combats maps that I haven't received?
Toros - OOC Tuesday May 3rd, 2005 6:23:08 AM
Could someone tell how many rounds will the portal be open? I hope not one round only??
Toros - OOC2 Tuesday May 3rd, 2005 7:01:32 AM
Also; Croc, Rozca and Cerberus also are healed with Amada's spell, aren't they?
Flat-top (AC 22 28/85hp) d20+15=33 d20+11=28 d8+5=10 d8+5=12 Tuesday May 3rd, 2005 7:54:38 AM
Flat-top attacks the WereWolf (E/9) again, He uses his cross cut again. There was an explosion and Flat-top can see that the captain, Kale and Leets are in Big Trouble. But there's bigger trouble here. So he yells (not knowing if they can hear him.) "Get over here! All of you! there more people to protect here!"
Flat-top continues to fight.
Attack ac 33 & ac 28 - Damages 10hp+12hp=22hp.
Managram (ceil)(Ac 20 7/18hp) d20+8=27 d6+5=9 Tuesday May 3rd, 2005 8:08:42 AM
Managram knows that his master is hurt and blind, will follow him in to the portal along with Kale.
But first he'll bite that werewolf one more time.
Attack Ac 27 - Damages 9hp.
Rozca (Ac 20 21/28hp) d20+5=22 d4+2=6 Tuesday May 3rd, 2005 8:34:46 AM
Rozca stayes at this victim long enough to see if her poison is doing it's worse.
Now she flies over to the other wererat(J/5), She will bite him on the back of his neck.
Attack Ac 22 - damages 6hp.
Croc (ceil) (Ac 20 27/39hp) d20+9=24 d8+9=17 Tuesday May 3rd, 2005 8:45:28 AM
Croc has murder in his eyes, 'How dare he to attack HIMself, this raggity piece of maingy fur. I'll teach him a lesson.'
Crock attack the werewolf (B/5) goes after the werewolf with his open mouth, take a good grip on the wolf and does a barrel roll of death on the animal.
Croc only lets go because of the Big Bang!
Leets (HP: 42/53) d20+2=18 d20+2=20 Tuesday May 3rd, 2005 9:25:28 AM
Rubbing his eyes, Leets locates the blue light that is said to be a portal, and jumps in that direction (jump roll 18, strength check to escape the beasts 20).
Kale(Ac 22, Hps 66/17) d20+12=31 d20+12=30 d8+5=6 d8+5=8 4d6(2+5+6+5)=18 4d6(5+2+1+6)=14 Tuesday May 3rd, 2005 10:54:20 AM
Kale nods at Brahmah, takes one last swing at the werewolf(hit AC 31, possible critical, hit AC 30 for a critical, does 6 normal dam + 18 sneak attack damage and 8 critical damage and 14 sneak attack critital damage for a total of 46 pts of damage), then makes a dash for the portal. "RUN!" Kale yells at Brahmah. "IF THAT DIDNT KILL IT, NOTHING WILL!" then he jumps through the portal.
Toros 59/65 (+4Rage) hp, AC 25 (+4 Mage Armor, +3 Defensive Fighting, -1 Enlarged, -2 Charge, -2 Rage), Enlarged-6 rounds, Inspire Courage d20=16 d20=20 d20=20 d6=2 d6=3 d6=3 d20=3 d20=11 Tuesday May 3rd, 2005 2:39:59 PM
It is evident that Amada does not need the potion's healing, and is able to take care after not only herself but also the others! Toros gratefully thanks the Were-bear Centaur in behalf of all Chosen.
Then, the explosion from the hut, the spring of woodt vines, opening of the portal and return of the Heroes from the hut.., what an amazing turn of events is this within only a few seconds! Toros feels happy that they will not have to haste back to the Hut to look for the Chosen!
Just as the healing of Amada, the return of the Chosen from the hut portal restores Toros's well-being. Now it is time to attack with whatever he has!!
With delight, he lets his barbarian side to take control of his consciousness (rages). Tumbling to dodge any possible threat (tumble, 16+6=22) he comes closer to the center of the battlefield, the cauldron, and looks for the best target to attack. During his move, he gets rid of his scimitar and gets himself a real weapon to fight, his warhammer! For a second the barbarian liontaur even thinks to drop the potion he is holding in order to apply maximum damage, but finally decides to keep it for some more time.
Enlarged and raged Toros charges the werewolf at B6 that is attacking Croc - with his warhammer on one hand and healing potion on the other. The result of his charge should be devastating for the were-thing. (confirmed critical with 2 natural 20s (my first time for such a roll) !! 47 points of damage (including charge, tattoo, inspire courage, and strength increases from rage and enlargement, 19, x3) after the damage reduction (-10)).
Expecting any counteraction from the were-things, Toros calls for the help of Zeoll, "Zeoll, while I deal with this thing, please you take care after the council and wererat for the moment, if you can." and welcomes Kale and his companions "Kale, Leets, Managram, nice to see you back here!! But why does Brahmah not come?"
Distracted by various happenings at the same time, Toros is not in a position to seize any opportunity for attack (AoO AC, 3) but he finally notices the wererat on the roof (spot, 11+5=16)!
Solgrin (AC18, HP26/26, Barkskin) d20+4=23 2d4(4+4)=8 Wednesday May 4th, 2005 7:13:57 AM
Solgrin casts Acid arrow at the closest Werewolf (hit AC 23, DMG 8 (acid), no save.)
Solgrin then tells mentally Rozca hide if you are hurt bad.
Fight for Life, part IV. (DM Jim) d20+6=19 d20+6=9 d20+6=11 d20+16=34 d20+16=22 d6+7=12 d6+7=13 d20+16=23 d20+16=32 d20+16=20 d6+7=12 d6+7=11 d8+7=9 d20+23=28 d20+11=18 d20+13=20 2d8(3+4)+8=15 2d8(1+6)+8=15 2d8(8+5)+8=21 d20+16=30 d20+11=16 d8+5=9 d8+5=13 d20+16=19 d20+11=26 d8+5=11 d8+5=6 d20+15=33 d20+10=22 d20+11=25 d6+3=8 d6+3=8 d6=3 d20+14=34 d20+14=28 d20+14=32 d6+5=7 d6+5=8 d8+5=8 Wednesday May 4th, 2005 2:26:43 PM The Hamlet
Gecktar feels life slowly start to seep out of his body, but is suddenly feeling much better as he feels healing flow through him. He is not sure who exactly did it but he is greatful. He barely escapes the grasping vines and decides to take advantage of the situation to stab the wereworlf. He makes good on that but finds that the vines are grasping at him again (Reflex DC 16 or be caught).
Flat-top yells to his Captain and the others inside the hut, not really knowing if they will or can hear him. He calls for thier help as the need is great and lives to be saved here. He cross-cuts into the werewolf before him, hoping to level the beast but feeling that it will not work that fast.
Rozca is not sure but she has a feeling that this stubborn creature is evading her poison. She shrugs her little dragon shoulders and flies to the other hut to bit the other wererat in the back of the neck.
Croc moves forward a little bit angry and grabs the werewolf. He attempts to roll with the thing but he finds himself held in place, so he lets go. The explosion helped in that though.
Toros cannot believe the turn of luck as the portal opens and the woody vines shoot up out of the ground. He does not think too long on it as he falls into a rage. He moves in on the werewolf facing off against the crocodile, slaming a hammer into it will all his might. He would have called out to Zeoll, that is what part of his mind is saying, but in this state he is not for talking but killing.
Solgrin brings a arrow of pure acid to bear on the closest werewolf near him, the one in the woody vines. It smacks into the werewolf and burns fur and hair off it's body. He mentally lets Rozca know that she must hide if she is in bad shape.
Four dead worgs.
The werewolf gets in his two claw swipes, at Croc, before the woody vines shoot up around him (hit: 34/22 and damage: 12/13).
The werewolf fights the woody vines that have suddenly grasped it. As it twist and turns in the vines you hear it howl again in anguish as the woody vines sprout throns.
The werewolf howls in defiance of Flat-top as he tears back into him, determined to finish this fight for good (hit: 23/32/20 and damage: 12/11/9).
The Wolf Lord smiles as he sees the blood pouring from the cerberus. He brings his sword cutting in for another three hits (hit: 28/18/20 and damage: 15/15/21).
The wererat feels the bite and hisses in pain, but twirls to take aim at the offender. A pair of bots fly at the little dragon, Rozca (hit: 30/16 and damage: 9/13).
The wererat spots the little dragon flying away and the blue portal that has opened. He turns his crossbow in that direction and fires at the first thing that comes out, Managarm (hit: 19/26 and damage: 11/6).
The wererat seems to smile at Horatio as he brandishes his spear. The rapier is soon working around the man's defense and the wererat leans in and makes a bite at him (hit: 33/22/25 and damage: 8/8/3).
Amada seems winded from her healing act, though noone is aware that it was her. She glares around the area, her eyes falling upon the hut, she seems to recognize the inside of her home.
The eldest council member is down and possibly dead or dying. Horatio pulls his spear out of the ground and threatens the wererat with it. The newest and youngest of the council members, the young woman, drops to the eldest elders side and starts to try and revive him.
Belle-Mort-Laia takes yet another set of blows from the leader of this pack. Blood just rolls down the big cerberus but is still seems to not notice as it tears back into the Wolf Lord.
Under the werewolf by Croc and Toros sprouts up another large mass of woody vines that intwine their way around everything (Reflex DC 16 or be ensnared: Croc and Toros must make these saves).
Under Kanchana burst another mass of woody vines that grasp at people near it (Reflex DC 16 or be ensnared: Kanchana, Flat-top and Amada must make these saves).
The blue portal is still open but only three of your companions have come through it so far. Kale, Leets and Managarm are now standing just outside the portal lookinga round taking stock of the situation.
werewolf AC 18 wererat AC 20 worg AC 15
The Hut
Brahmah yells to the Chosen that he can see through the portal and then asks the Chosen that are with him to seek shelter through the portal. He strikes at the werwolf again with his weapons and misses on all shots. He cusses under his breathe about the turn of bad luck (Spot DC 13 to notice a flash of silver where the explosion happened).
Managarm can tell that his master is not totally in the moment, being hurt and blinded. He takes another bite of the werewolf and then moves through the portal, hoping his master follows.
Leets can feel things going bad here and takes the opportunity to jump through the portal.
Kale rips into the werewolf right before he tears through the portal as well. He hollers at Brahmah to follow as his attack, he hopes, was enough to kill that beast.
Four dead worgs.
The one werewolf that has seen no battle howls and growls as it throws itself into the portal. It sees no reason to stay behind now.
The werewolf that had been hit by Kale right before he went through, turns on Brahmah with a feral smile. It's claws lead the charge at him being followed up by the teeth once again (hit: 34/28/32 and damage: 7/8/8).
The wererat starts to climb through the window and into the hut. It clutches a crossbow in it's hand as it does.
The portal still flickers but it does stay open...for now.
Brahmah (41 of 83 hps) d20+8=11 Wednesday May 4th, 2005 5:12:49 PM
(Spot 11, my last spot was 20, did you miss it?)
The mintaur hopes that this tactical retreat is what they should have done. He also hopes the portal wasn't an illusion of Marteaus' or some other group bent on destroying Domi or his Chosen.
All Brahmah does this round is move through the portal, after being sure all the Chosen(including Managarm) are out of the hut. (Simple movement hopefully won't provoke AoO from wolf-boy.) He also hopes the werewolf follows.
If the rumors are true... I might be infected now. Were-Brahmah... thats no good. *Sigh* He thinks to himself, looking at the open wounds the werewolf has just inflicted.
Sorry Jay, missed that so my bad. By the way since you did pass that spot check you notice a sword laying near the explosion area. It must have been under the floorboards and it appears to be silver in color. :) You can make an ammendment to your post if you want. :)
Flat-top (Ac 22 5/85hp) d8+1=9 d20+12=31 critical d20+12=26 d8+7=14 d8+7=13 Wednesday May 4th, 2005 6:11:48 PM
OOC To DM - flat-top will use Power Attack on the were wolf that is facing him ( to hit -3 - Damages if hit +3 (Add the +3 to the damages)
Flat-top touches his healing sholder tattoo. (For 9hp hp are now 14 - healing Action 1) Flat-top is now in a rage as he swings at this werewolf, hit him hard. Flattop stagers a little.
The Power Attack hit AC 31 critical & AC 26 - Damages are 14+13=27 hp, I hope that I'm right I have taken a -3 away from the attack and added +3 to the damages. I hope I'm right?
Toros 55/61 hp, AC 28 (+4 Mage Armor, +3 Defensive Fighting, -1 Enlarged, -1 After Rage), Enlarged-5 rounds d20=9 d8=8 d20=2 d20=3 Wednesday May 4th, 2005 6:54:55 PM
Having made the hit of his lifetime Toros has no chance to celebrate. The were-wolf still stands and the Liontaur barely escapes from the woody vines that spring from the ground, with a jump to the side (Just enough to get the reflex save, 16, 9+7!). Leaving the were-thing to the vines and hoping that Zeoll will be able to take care after Croc Toros moves towards the council members that are under the attack of the were-rat.
The council members need his healing skills more than his thirst for blood at the moment. He prematurely ends his barbarian rage and once more channels some of his stored healing energy to the fallen elder member of the Council. (healing from CLW, 8+2 = 10 hps, 3 of 4 L1 spells are used, remaining one is the Inflict Minor Wounds Spell.)
He also notices that Horatio, who tries to fight with his spear against the wererat, is also injured and offers him:
"Horatio, drink this healing potion, this were-thing has to deal with me first before getting another chance to attack you all.
Saying this Toros readies himself for the upcoming attack of the wererat, standing in between the werething and the council members. However he knows that his own self is very much open to the attack (failed tumble check, 2+6, 8) and will not be able to respond in a similar fashion (failed AoO roll, 3)
(Jim, also I hope you do not mind that Toros holds two objects (warhammer and potion) with one hand or uses one of his paw, while casting his spell. Or just please assume that Horatio took the potion before the casting of the spell. Hope he takes the potion, though. If not, assume that Toros drops his weapon. He does this all the time anyway!)
Zeoll (AC18, HP46, Prayer, Produce Flame, Flaming Sphere) d8+1=7 Wednesday May 4th, 2005 8:31:12 PM
[OOC: Sorry I missed last round! If I can make up the lost action, Zeoll would step to a wounded person and heal them for 7. He would also direct the Flaming Sphere at an enemy if possible. The Inspire Courage ended after last round.]
This round Zeoll directs the flaming sphere at a wererat if it is in reach, or a werewolf otherwise. After the attack, the Sphere ends. He casts a second Hideous Laughter at a wererat.
Things for Zeoll to do as an NPC: -- Start a new Inspire Courage. -- Use CLW wand. -- Stay out of combat unless forced to fight with greatsword +1. -- Run into woods; if chased, cast Entangle. -- Throw Produced Flames (4 left). -- Use Goodberries/CMW to stabalize fallen.
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Produce Flame -- 2 of 6 flames used Flaming Sphere -- 6 of 6 rounds used Hideous Laughter (if it works) -- 1 of 2 rounds used
Bard slots unused: 3 of 3 Level 0 spells; Difficulty Class 15 0 of 2 Level 1 spells; Difficulty Class 16
5 goodberries from earlier.
Charges used from CLW wand: 1 or 2.
Brahmah (addendum) Thursday May 5th, 2005 12:30:01 AM
Before turning to leave himself, Brahmah sees the glint on the floor of the hut and he goes for the sword, picks it up and moves through the portal.
(OOC: What sort of sword is it?)
Gecktar d20+1=20 Thursday May 5th, 2005 4:12:00 AM
As the vines continue to grasp Gecktar he escapes his position. Looking around he sees that one werecreature is still threatening the council even if Toros get between them and the monster. He moves to -A8 and then begin to call for the power of Domi to stop the werecreature.
Cast Hold person (wererat are considered humanoid in the SRD so the spell should apply) DC15 to escape or be held.
Active spells: Bull strength 41rnd Protection from evil 42 rnd
Kanchana (44/44HP, AC 19) d20+6=20 3d8(3+6+6)+15=30 Thursday May 5th, 2005 6:30:36 AM
Kanchana evades the grasp of the entangling vines. (She will move from D10 to E11) Kanchana then taps Flat-top with her wand of healing. (Heals Flat-top 30HP). 'We need to find a defensable place to make a stand. Here we will die for certain,' Kanchana thinks to herself.
Kale(Ac 22, Hps 66/17) d20+12=24 d8+5=8 4d6(6+1+4+3)=14 Thursday May 5th, 2005 6:49:36 AM
looking at the situation, Kale tells Leets "Cover that werewolf behind us until Brahmah gets out." then Kale moves to help Flat-Top with his foe, moving to E8 and attacking the werewolf(flanking, sneak attack, hit AC 24 for 8 and 14 pts of damage for a total of 22 pts)
Flat-top (AC 22 5/85hp) Thursday May 5th, 2005 7:48:58 AM
Flat-top happy to see the his long time friend, but he's hurt. "Kale go get heald, you look too pretty to die."
Solgrin (AC18, HP26/26, Barkskin) 2d4(4+2)=6 Thursday May 5th, 2005 5:36:26 PM
Solgrin moves in closer to Kanchana staying as far as possible from any Werewolves and not in a straight line so they can not charge him. (C 10 on the map) Solgrin readies his spiked chain.
2nd round dmg to werewolf from acid arrow last round (6)
Toros - OOC Thursday May 5th, 2005 9:09:06 PM
Solgrin, did you cast Haste for the party in this fight, I think it was some time ago ;-)?
Fight for Life, part V. (DM Jim) d20+6=18 d20+6=8 d20+6=13 d20+16=35 d20+16=29 d6+7=9 d6+7=13 d20+6=19 d20+16=34 d20+16=18 d20+16=36 d20+16=21 d6+7=13 d6+7=8 d8+7=15 d8+7=8 d20+23=40 d20+18=20 d20+13=26 2d8(5+1)+8=14 2d8(3+1)+8=12 2d8(7+3)+8=18 d20+16=30 d20+11=28 d8+5=7 d8+5=13 d20+16=36 d20+11=27 d20+16=22 d8+5=10 d8+5=11 d8+5=7 d20+15=22 d20+10=29 d20+11=26 d20+10=24 d6+3=9 d6+3=7 d6+3=5 d6=3 d20+5=20 d20+5=9 d20+5=20 Thursday May 5th, 2005 10:57:50 PM The Hamlet
Brahmah moves over and picks up the sword that lays on the exposed ground in the hut. When he picks it up he is shocked to see that it is indeed a silver longsword. Still avoiding the werewolves he steps out of the portal and into the hamlet. To his greater shock the sword has changed to that of a falchion, much like his original one.
Flat-top is fading fast as he pounds into the werewolf one more time. He can feel his life slipping away but knows that he must fight on for the others. His attack is good, but will it be good enough (Relex DC 16 to avoid the woody vines or be caught in them).
Toros moves over to help out the council members, falling out of his rage as he does. He lays healing into the fallen elder but notices that it has no effect...he suddenly realizes that the man is dead. He offers Horatio a potion that will heal him if he takes it. He then prepares himself for the attack upon him from the wererat, knowing that he must save the rest of the council.
Zeoll directs his flaming sphere at the closest target which is the werewolf attacking his crocodile. He then calls upon his arcane powers to try and help out Toros and the council. His hideous laughter settles over the wererat with no effect, as the rat does not start laughing.
Gecktar has much the same idea as Zeoll and sends a spell at the wererat. His hold person spell also settles upon the wererat with no effect.
Kanchana moves and touches her healing wand to Flat-top. Her mind is screaming for them to find a more defendable place. Then only place that she can see that would work would be the main tree. Three taurs could defend it easily while the enemy could only get to them a few at a time.
Kale flanks the werewolf attacking Flat-top and stabs into it from behind. He gets Leets to cover the werewolf coming out of the portal for Brahmah.
Solgrin readies his chain as he moves back away from the fight. He hopes that things will shift soon with the group whole again.
Four dead worgs.
The werewolf near Croc is able to avoid the woody vines and then moves some to get out of thier way. He pounces at Zeoll with his claws leading the way (hit: 35/29 and damage: 9/13).
The werewolf fights the woody vines and then howls in more pain as it's body seems to spasm from inside the vines. Anyone looking will notice some trails of blood flowing down the hair of the werewolf (Spot DC 12).
The werewolf facing Flat-top finds itself attacked from both sides and howls in pain and anger. It tears into Flat-top with it's claws and then spins to snap a bite at Kale (hit: 34/18 and damage: 13/8 : hit: 36*crit21* and damage: 15*crit23*).
The Wolf Lord knows that the cerberus will not last much longer and it smiles in satisfaction as it cuts into the beast more (hit: 40/20/26 and damage: 14/12/18).
The wererat watches the little dragon with beedy eyes and then fires off another pair of bolts at it (hit: 30/28 and damage: 7/10).
The wererat snears as he fires off one bolt at Brahmah and then the other at Managarm with a laugh (hit: 36*crit22*/27 and damage: 10*crit22*/7).
The wererat looks to Toros and sneers as he brings the rapier to bear on him and then his bite (hit: 22/29*crit24*/26 and damage: 9/7*crit12*/3).
Amada pounds for the hut just as the last two forms exit. She slams back into the werewolf and the both go tumbling back into the hut.
The elder is already dead. Horatio takes the potion from Toros and drinks it down as he nods in thanks, though he says nothing. The young woman draws a dagger from somewher in her belt and lunges at the wererat.
Belle-Mort-Laia staggers and seems to not care, but part of them are trying to push on. They need this kill...it must happen.
Another set of woody vines shoot up under Toros, doing their best to grab everything in sight (Reflex DC 16 or be caught).
The blue portal flickers but does not close as Brahmah comes out of it and heads off to the side. You then see two more forms come out of the portal, another wererat and a werewolf.
All hitpoints should be current, without taking into account the damages for this post.
Toros - OOC Thursday May 5th, 2005 11:35:10 PM
Jim, what was the total hitpoint of the elder council member, before he was wounded by the wererat?
The wererat did three attacks on him (hit: 25/28/23 and damage: 4/4/3). If all hit the total damage is 11. I have thought this would not have killed the elder so soon.
Brahmah d20+12=24 d20+12=17 d20+11=29 d20+11=12 d20+6=14 d20+7=21 2d4(4+1)+7=12 2d4(3+4)+7=14 d6+4=7 d6+4=10 Friday May 6th, 2005 12:50:44 AM
Stopping in the village, Brahmah notices Amada enter the portal. "Should we follow her?! It's nasty in the hut!" He asks. Thinking he still might need to keep her safe.
He turns and swings at the wererat, hitting with the silver falchion (I assume it acts as a medium weapon) and his kukri. (AC 24+, 14, 29+ and 21 for 12 silver sword, 7, 14 silver sword and 10 damage)(PLUS ANY ADDITIONAL DAMAGE FROM THE SILVER SWORD)
Toros 48/61 hp, AC 25 (+4 Mage Armor, -1 Enlarged, -1 After Rage), Enlarged-4 rounds d20=4 d20=9 d20=13 d20=17 Friday May 6th, 2005 2:04:43 AM
For a sudden, Toros loses all his morale, feeling hopelessly useless. He remembers the words of Amada "Don't you understand, you all gonna dieeeee heeeereeee!!". Meanwhile the were-thing finds an opening in his armor and the vine woods wraps on his front leg. (d20, 4+7=11 failed reflex save)
Toros looks at the werething that does not have any sense of humor, and appreciation of Domi's divine power. Isn't it afterall a little rat that Toros and his ancestors used to catch and play for fun? Can a rat beat a cat!? Thinking this, Toros feels his vessels again fill up with energy and makes his move away from the troublesome were and vine-things. (burned one hero point,rerolled and made the save, 9+7=16)
The Liontaur tries his chance against the were-things with his tanglefoot this time. If the wererat threatening the council is not caught by the vine woods Toros will throw the tanglefoot bag to it, again moving between the council members and the wererat (so that he gets rid of -4 throwing into melee penalty). Ranged TOUCH attack AC = 19
If wererat is caught, securing the safety of that spot for the moment Toros will move closer to the cauldron looking for the right target to throw his tanglefoot bag. And he will throw it to the werewolf who is not caught by the vine woods yet. (AC = 19 (-2 for each range increment after 10 ft)
Notes: ------ Toros's movement rate is 50ft.
An entangled creature takes a -2 penalty on attack rolls and a -4 penalty to Dexterity and must make a DC 15 Reflex save or be glued to the floor, unable to move.
Toros will hold off his action to benefit from any magical effects as a result of spells cast by the Party at this turn. So, if there is any, please add any bonuses (like inspire courage, haste etc..) to the stated ACs and other statitics above.
Toros addendum Friday May 6th, 2005 2:15:46 AM
And if it fits into the frame of his actions please end the movement of Toros to a place near to his whip dropped on the floor.
Kale(Ac 22, Hps 66/-6) Friday May 6th, 2005 6:49:24 AM
Kale is about to respond to Flat-Top's comments until the werewolf catches him by surprise and rips a huge chunck of flesh out of his stomache. Kale falls to the ground, twisting in agony(-6 hps)
Toros Friday May 6th, 2005 8:03:59 AM
Kale, my friend, I guess you are only the target of the bite attack "hit: 36*crit21* and damage: 15*crit23*"
Flat-top is the target of claw attacks hit: 34/18 and damage: 13/8
So, I think you should be at +2 hps, not -6s. Please have a look again.
Gecktar (AC22 hp 32 / 57) 2d8(5+8)+5=18 Friday May 6th, 2005 11:49:52 AM
"TORROS ! take my dagger !" Says Gecktar giving him his silver dagger take care of the wererat !
That said he turns to Zeol touching him gently and giving him the strength of Domi
OOC : spontaneously cast cure moderate wounds on Zeoll giving up silence spell healing 18hp
Flat-top (AC 22 22/79hp) d20+15=35 d8+5=7 d8+5=9 d20+4=21 d8+2=10 d20=16 Friday May 6th, 2005 1:24:10 PM
Flat-top slashes at the werewolf again and see that Kale is about to fall. So he'll attacks the wolf (attack AC 35 crit. - Damages 7+9=16) the wolf back a little, enough to let Flat-top tme to grabs (graple 21) Kale from falling.
Flat-top will use his last healing tattoo for the day (Healing 10hp). "Come on Bullregard! Let's get you to Kanchana for some real healing. I might have to swing at this wolf again thow!"
Save DC 16 ( I hope Flat-top does not trip over his mithril horse shoes)
Managram(ceil)(Ac 20 ?/18) Friday May 6th, 2005 1:30:48 PM
*POOF* Managram disapears, gone nowehre in sight, and so is the bolt??
Rozca (AC 20 -5/28hp) Friday May 6th, 2005 1:39:00 PM ~~Oh! Masssterr~~~Then silence~~ She cries to Solgrim. He'll see her body glide slowly down to his feet.
Croc (Ac 20 27/39hp) d20=17 Friday May 6th, 2005 1:46:50 PM
Croc now has the taste of wolf blood, will try to pull down the wolf off the thorns further injuring the darn wolf.
Croc is so low to the ground that he avoids the thorny vines. (DC 17)
Toros - OOC Friday May 6th, 2005 9:12:18 PM
Some of us have been very busy recently and unable to post regularly during this fight. Thus, for the sake of maintaining the game flow, and keeping alive the characters themselves and the other party members; may I humbly suggest some NPC actions to be considered for the Chosen, in case some of us can not have the time to post for them in this turn?
- Zeoll: Start a new Inspire Courage, moving away from his opponent. - Kanchana: Heal Kale with her wand - Solgrin: Cast Haste on Brahmah, Flat-top, Leets, Kale, and Toros. (using his rod, 10 rounds) - Leets: encounter the werewolf at J10. He does not need to attack, just defend his position against the werewolf.
And all the Chosen who are not directly attacking any opponent would be in a defensive position, increasing their AC at least +2)
These are just simple suggestions, which does not consider all the necessary issues. However, I hope our DM would be able to deal with all the rest under these main guidelines; to keep the characters themselves alive and support the other characters.
Toros - OOC Friday May 6th, 2005 9:25:14 PM
As Toros holds off his action I think I can make this change to his post:
Toros will take the silver dagger that Gecktar give him, and drop his warhammer to the ground.
The priority of his tanglefoot bag is first the wererat attacking the council (if it is not caught by the vine woods) and second the werewolf attacking Zeoll. (even, as a full round action can he throw his second tanglefoot bag?)
Brahmah Friday May 6th, 2005 10:54:20 PM
(OOC: Waiting for DM to post. Sigh*)
Solgrin (AC18, HP26/26, Barkskin) Saturday May 7th, 2005 9:01:42 AM
Crying out Solgrin picks up Rozca then calls to Kanchana "Can you heal her? I can't suffer her loss!"
Solgrin moves closer to Kanchana so that if able to she can heal Rozca.
OOC: spells listed in [] have been cast and are not available until next time we get to rest and recover spells. Haste was cast awile back and is not in this battle.
Eunice/Kanchana (OOC to Toros; second part to DM James) Saturday May 7th, 2005 9:39:15 AM
Toros don't you dare dictate or even suggest what my character is going to do. It is not your right and I certainly do not appreciate it. Therefore refrain from ever suggesting what my character is to do in the future; even if I cannot post due to RL circumstances.
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DM James Kanchana will not risk moving to Kale at this point - the werewolf will have to go first; also Solgrin asked first and thus Rozca comes first. Logically speaking Kale should have made his way to Kanchana the last round as his HP was low when he got here.
Kanchana (44/44HP, AC 19) 3d8(1+5+7)+15=28 Saturday May 7th, 2005 9:45:14 AM
Kanchana hears a plea for help from Solgrin. SHe half turns and sees Rozca looking rather worst for wear. The druidess immediately taps the little pseudodragon with the healing wand out of pure reflex. (Heals Rosca 28HP)
As Kanchana wheels back to the direction she was initially facing she half sees Flat-top grab for Kale. Flat-top is blocking her view of Kale. Kanchana raises an eyebrow in question.
Toros Saturday May 7th, 2005 11:06:13 AM
It is a great shame that you choose such a language to address me Kanchana. Calling it "dictating" is funny. And about suggesting, it is a suggestion to DM, not the player, in case the player cannot post and DM has to NPC it. I wanted to provide DM some perspectives, if the DM will have to or want to NPC the characters.
I play my own character and you play your own. There is no question with that. What I wanted was to provide some back-ups, even imperfect, in case they might be needed. I did not have any intention to interfere into the area of any personal right, and I apologize for any consequences of my actions that are understood like that. But then, the rights come together with responsibilities for each other, which I believe you are also very much aware, of Kanchana, as something I appreciate about you indeed ... However, even if this is a game, our playing this game is a part of Real Life, isn't it?
Solgrin, Leets, Zeoll, I am sorry indeed, if I also made you think or feel in the way that I made Kanchana did. I indeed did not mean it. Originally I was inspired by Zeoll's post that was listing some possible NPC actions, in case he may not post, and have thought it would be a good idea to make such a listing for any character that could need it. And its final target has been the attention of Jim, but not the players, although it has been about their characters.
In that sense, Jim, I also apologize from you for the trouble.
So, sorry Chosen. I should not have done such thing before asking everyone's opinion and learn from my mistake.
Kanchana (OOC reply to Toros) Saturday May 7th, 2005 3:23:31 PM
The problem is that you assumed that I would have Kanchana make a particular action. The wisest thing to do is leave it to the players in question to post a list of NPC actions for their characters. Making suggestions to the DM on behalf of other players' characters is generally a bad idea; especially since you cannot really know how another player would have their PC reaction in any given situation.
Yes Kanchana often opts to heal others before fighting, but she has never ever done so if there has been a very direct threat to her own health to do so. She waits first; as far as is possible, for the direct threat to be redirected so she can ply healing in relative "safety". Now if there was a way for Kanchana to get to Kale ASAP without drawing the immediate and inevitable attention of the very powerful werewolf then she would have been at Kale's side quicker than lightning.
Fight for Life, part VI. (DM Jim) 2d4(4+4)+7=15 d20+12=32 d20+14=24 d20+14=32 d20+14=31 d6+7=8 d6+7=12 d8+7=14 d20+16=26 d20+11=17 d8+5=11 d8+5=9 d20+16=28 d20+11=29 d8+5=11 d8+5=8 d20+15=19 d20+10=11 d20+11=23 d6+3=8 d6+3=9 d6=6 d20+12=28 d20+12=13 d6+5=11 d6+5=10 Saturday May 7th, 2005 8:37:40 PM The Hamlet
Brahmah calls about helping Amada since it is nasty in the hut, but he has more important problems. He brings the newest sword in on the wererat. The silver falchion touches the wererat three times leaving thin cuts into his body, then the kukri finds a spot. Brahmah feels nothing from the sword, but he can tell that it is superior and well balanced.
Toros feels the bite of rapier through his armor and then the vines start to get ahold, but he easily gets away with a jump. He throws his tanglefoot bag at the wererat as it seems to escape the woody vines.
Kale fakes the falling and then charges past the now entangled werewolf, his sword biting into the things side as he passes. He stops a little ways from Kanchana praying for healing at a later time.
Gecktar hollers to Toros to take his dagger, but moves to help out Zeoll. He lays a healing hand upon him, lending him strength.
Flat-top slashes into the werewolf before him, but finds that as he moves to get to Kale he is already gone. He grasps at empty air as Kale dodges past the trapped werewolf.
Managarm disappears with an audible pop as he returns to his home plane. He will not return till he is ready and no amount of trying will get him back earlier.
Rozca is flying as fast as her little wings will take her but it is not enough as she is overtaken by the bolt. She slowly sinks to the ground, only having the ability to speak to her master a little before she hits the ground.
Croc gets off lucky as he is too low to the ground for the thorny vines to get a good hold upon him. He is forced to move back to avoid the vines from getting another chance at him.
Solgrin's world suddenly comes to a stop as Rozca tumbles to the ground. He moves to her and cradles her little body in his arms. He sends out a plea to Kanchana for healing, knowing that he cannot lose her...not now.
Kanchana is at Solgrin's side, well at least she thinks it is his side, and lays the wand upon the little dragon. She cannot see Solgrin but hopes that he is smiling as the little dragon feels warmth of healing in her little body. She has a sudden back feeling as Flat-top lunge for Kale or in the direction that he was in. But she sees Kale come up seconds later from the opposite side moving in her direction.
Zeoll is grateful for the healing and takes stock of a situation that seems to have turned or at least it appears that way.
Leets is still stunned, even more as he hears the pop that signifies Managarm returning to his plane.
Four dead worgs.
The werewolf gives a feral grin as Zeoll is healed, but that makes no difference as it can use all it's weapons now. It tears with claws and teeth into Zeoll (hit: 24/32/31 and damage: 8/12/14).
The werewolf lets out a howl that is soon cut short as a woody vine comes shooting out of it's mouth. The body shrivels as the last of the blood is sucked out of it. The body is only part way through the change back to human, the body still caught still part way in the hybrid form (Spot DC 12).
The werewolf has it's screams of pain cut short as his life slowly begins to ebb from it's body. The vines grasp it greedily as it starts to drink up the blood from the ground and body of the body as it starts to change back to human(Spot DC 12).
The Wolf Lord takes his sword and drives it through the body of the cerberus with finality. The sword has cut into the cerberus's spin and pinned it to the ground, till the Wolf Lord rips it out of the ground spraying blood.
The wererat turns it's crossbow on Brahmah as it tries to support it's brother (hit: 26/17 and damage: 11/9).
The wererat laughs as the blinkdog pops out of this plane and back to it's own. He turns the crossbow upon Leets with a determined aim, firing off two bolts at him (hit: 28/19 and damage: 11/8).
The wererat looks to Toros and sneers as he brings the rapier to bear on him and then his bite (hit: 19/11/23 and damage: 8/9/6).
The werewolf charges away from the portal claws leading his attack upon Flat-top (hit: 28/13 and damage: 11/10).
The elder's body lays upon the ground, but a couple of the guards had rushed forward to drag it away from the woody vines. They seem scared and look to the Chosen as if to beg for their continued help.
Horatio brings his spear in at the wererat, anger very evident upon his face. His spear finds an opening as the young elder woman has her arms wrapped around the wererat's legs, her knife seeking to find an opening to stab into.
Belle-Mort-Laia lets out a grunt as the sword descends and then impales it into the ground. It makes one last feeble attempt to bite the Wolf Lord, but cannot pull it off as the light dies from it's eyes.
The blue portal flickers flickers some more and appears to have shrunk some. You hear a roar from inside the portal and the sounds of fighting..
The only thing that I will do if someone misses a post is to give them some action. Most often that person will fall into total defense, so if I make a post for you and you did not make one figure that you are in total defense for any attacks aimed at you. I will not have monsters ignore your character if you are closest to them, that would be just plain wrong. Still do not expect me to kill you off because of it.
Kale - Modified your post as you are still up and running. Hope you do not mind. :)
Toros Saturday May 7th, 2005 9:14:00 PM
In one of her previous posts, Kanchana was "able to get to Flat-top to heal him somewhat" and I have thought it would be also possible for Kale as well. I trust our DM Jim that he will take care after our PCs, especially if he has to NPC them, evaluating the circumstances in favour of the characters, but not their opponents, as much as possible.
For Solgrin's Haste spell, I have thought he has had time to rest and recover this spell, since the time it was used was against the Trolls that were trying to attack the campsite, which was protected by a magical ring from mushrooms. Then the Chosen have had time to rest and prepare spells, I have thought.
What I have done itself would not be a good idea but I hope it would help us to come up with a good idea for what we can do, when any of us will not be able to post for 1 or 2 times during a fierce fight. Lets do the wisest thing, and "leave it to the players in question to post a list of NPC actions for their characters." Then the DM can evaluate the situation and choose an action for that character for the sake of -the flow of the game, -other characters in need and -of course the character him/herself.
Kanchana (44/44HP, AC 19) 3d8(7+6+7)+15=35 Saturday May 7th, 2005 9:25:19 PM
Kanchana didn't even notice that Solgrin was invisible, maybe she will realize that after the danger is over? Suddenly as Kanchana finishes her turn there is Kale standing right in front of her? She thought that Flat-top had grabbed him, but it seems no. Still operating on pure reflexes Kanchana reaches out and taps Kale with the wand. (Heals Kale 35HP)
"We need to regroup to somewhere defensible! Make for the council tree! We could hold that spot easily!" Kanchana calls out to the Chosen in Tauric.
(OOC Kanchana) Saturday May 7th, 2005 9:57:23 PM
(The game flow is just as important when we aren't wasting time in combat. Missing posts at any time is just as serious and potentially disputive for all players enjoyment no matter when missing posts occur. Therefore we should post NPC actions for our own characters no matter when we cannot post; not just during combat. It is blantantly obvious after all that missed posts are a commonly occuring problem and are just annoying no matter when they occur. Combat is certainly not any more important than any other part of the rest of the game; and combat should not be treated as more important than the rest of the game.
Toros, you need to double check the posts. The DM moved Kanchana over to Flat-top to heal him. I had no say in that move. In fact I was rather surprised when I saw that the DM moved her to Flat-top's side as it was. The two situations were not at all alike and cannot therefore be compared. There were no enemies between Kanchana and Flat-top when he needed healing.
Kale was on the other side of the werewolf from Kanchana until the DM just moved him near to Kanchana. Kanchana would have had to risk an AoO from a creature that in theory can kill her with one attack if she was going to get to Kale when he stood where he did initially. Which is why I would not have had her "auto heal" Kale as an NPC action the way it was before DM James moved Kale away from the werewolf.
Also Toros you must have forgotten that the DM didn't let any of us rest to regain spells before this combat. Solgrin started with almost no spells left for this combat; so for that matter did Kanchana.)
Brahmah (OOC) Sunday May 8th, 2005 5:09:15 AM
OOC: James, how is it that Brahmah was at 41 hps one round ago and taking 11 damage takes Brahmah to 19 hps, when 11 from 41 equals 30hps??????
Besides the hitting Brahmah with a bolt for 11 points, what other damage has he taken?? 11 points of damage are unaccounted for!
Brahmah (30 of 83 hps) d20+13=31 d20+13=24 2d4(2+1)+7=10 2d4(2+2)+7=11 Sunday May 8th, 2005 5:18:42 AM Attack of Opportunity Taking advantage of the wererat's ranged attack, Brahmah strikes out with the silver sword. (taking AoO, hitting AC 31 (crit 24), for 21 damage, PLUS additional silver sword damage.)
Regular round Brahmah, hearing Kanchana's call, simply withdraws, not taking any other action besides moving. (This shouldn't draw attack of opportunity!) Moves to C8 beside the sap.
Flat-top d20+15=28 d20+11=28 d8+4=9 d8+4=10 Sunday May 8th, 2005 12:54:29 PM
Flat-top Seeing the way that Kale jump over that were wolf, tells Kanchana "WoW! Look at the Rouge GO! Kanchana Back up with me, as I finish off this wolf." Flat-top will swing his sword one more time, then back up to the others. Attack AC 28 & Ac 28 - Damages 9+10=19 hp.
Kale(Ac 22, Hps 66/37) d20+8=15 Sunday May 8th, 2005 5:04:27 PM
Kale, after getting the worst of his wounds healed, nods at Kachanga's suggestion and falls back with her, only stopping for a moment to shoot his bow at the closest wererat(hit ac 15 - missed)
Gecktar (AC22/24 hp32/57) 3d8(7+7+8)+15=37 Monday May 9th, 2005 3:22:03 AM
"Get back Zeoll, don't stay in reach of the werewolf" says Gecktar. He then takes is wand and touch Zeoll before he moves (healing him 37hp) at take a glance to Toros to see if he manage to escape the wererat attacks and see his state of health.
It would not take long before the Chosen will be overhelmed by the werecreatures...
(OOC use wand of cure serious wounds for 37 hp 34 charges left)
Toros - OOC Monday May 9th, 2005 6:19:25 AM
Of course, role-playing is important all the time, however, the risk to lose a character during a combat deserves somewhat a different treatment for the missing posts.
So, what would everyone think if we do something like that?
- If a player would not be able to role-play his/her character and miss more than three posts consecutively s/he can ask his/her character to be played by another player or by the DM until s/he can properly post again. - Even, in cases of missing two or three posts, s/he should provide a list of NPC actions for his/her character - During combat times, the possibility of missing even one post would require a list of NPC actions
In this way, as much as possible, in case of any missing posts as a result of some short-term real life issues, still we can maintain the flow of the game, while respecting the individuality of each character.
And, Kanchana, I would like you to know that, as far as I still could think or do something I would never let any character to be thrown into a life-threatening situation. When I suggest Kale to be healed by Kanchana I have had two hopes to rely on for their safety. First I have hoped that the near werewolf would be caught and disabled by the vine woods, as it was already very much wounded. Second, Kale thought he was in negative hitpoints, although he was not, and post no move or action except role-playing his falling unconscious. So, I have hoped this would give DM enough reason to take the initiate to move him to a safer place. Besides, overall, the situation was less risky than the case with Flat-top that I have compared. When Kanchana had posted to move near Flat-top to heal him, there had been still a wererat in between, not to mention the werewolf that Flat-top was fighting. However, DM Jim made the wererat move to the council members and then Kanchana was safely come close to Flat-top. Please check the DM post and the battle map before your relevant post, if my explanation does not satisfy you. On the other side, about the resting time of the spell casters it is for sure true that I mistakenly have assumed all the spell casters rested and recovered their spells until Solgrinfs kind notice. I have checked it again and I guess Jim was able to allow Druids and Clerics to make their morning prayers, even to learn the spell gElven Visionh however, Solgrin, as a Wizard, could not get the chance to recover his spell gHasteh.
OK, now I should post for Torosfs turn, otherwise he would have a missing post, too :-).
Toros 48/61 hp, AC 28 (+3 Defensive Fight, +4 Mage Armor, -1 Enlarged, -1 After Rage), Enlarged-3 rounds d20=14 d6=6 d20=5 d20=13 d20=1 Monday May 9th, 2005 7:10:02 AM
Toros feels lucky, as the tanglefoot bag slows down the wererat a bit, even if does not totally stop, and he dodges all the three attacks of his opponent.
Benefiting from a flanking position Toros makes his own attack with the silver dagger that Gecktar has given. (Hit AC 18) Again with the help of luck, the dagger cannot be dodged by the weakened reflexes of the wererat (tanglefoot, -2 to AC) and makes a proper wound. (damage, 10hps)
As the wererat's position allows the Liontaur to use his natural weapons, he makes attack with his paws in order perhaps not to wound the wererat but to distract it enough to provide some protection for the council members (Aid Another?, AC = 11, +2 AC to the youngest council member) Furtermore, as much as he can, he will put himself in front of the council members to interpose any attack of the wererat upon himself.
Meanwhile, with the call of Kanchana, the Chosen move closer to the cauldron. Toros feels happy to see they are all together again once more and now will have a better chance to defend themselves against the werethings. The Wemic also notices wolves turning into their original forms, wondering whether any of these are some person he may recognize? (spot, 18). All these in mind he becomes too distracted to benefit from any AoO that his opponent may give to him. (natural 1)
Notes: ------ An entangled creature takes a -2 penalty on attack rolls and a -4 penalty to Dexterity and must make a DC 15 Reflex save or be glued to the floor, unable to move.
+3 to AC from Defensive Fighting
CDM Jerry Monday May 9th, 2005 10:09:01 AM
Laurent, please email me a current email address. We've been unable to reach ya lately.
Flat-top (AC 22 22/79hp) Monday May 9th, 2005 5:06:03 PM
Flat-top backs up towards the rest of the group. Keeping in frount of Kanchana to protection her.
Solgrin (AC18, HP26/26, Barkskin) Monday May 9th, 2005 8:00:53 PM
Solgrin moves along with Kanchana keeping away from any enemies.
Fight for Life, part VII. (DM Jim) Monday May 9th, 2005 10:50:23 PM The Hamlet
Kanchana heals up Kale and then calls for a full group fallback to the council tree so that they stand a chance.
Brahmah tears his sword into the wererat in front of him and it drops to the ground, dead or dying. He then pulls a full retreat with the rest of the group.
Flat-top makes one last attack upon the werewolf near him. Then he falls into a retreat of his own as well.
Kale fires off an arrow as he moves along in the direction that Kanchana is moving.
Gecktar lays his wand against Zeoll and heals him once again as he looks to see how the other Chosen are moving along. He backs up slowing while trying to not keep his eyes off the enemies.
Toros stabs his dagger into the wererat and is surprised to find that it crumples to the ground, but ends up ontop of the poor female council member. He then pulls back as best he can while making sure that the council get away as well.
Solgrin is most likely the easiest to move back as he is invisible, though holding Rozca it does look funny. He is following along and avoiding enemies as he goes, though no enemies remain beind him.
The other Chosen fall back as well to the council tree as Kanchana calls for it. It does sound like the best thing to do and they might have a chance.
Four dead worgs.
Two dead werewolves.
Two dead wererats.
The two werewolves that still live stalk forward. They seem to be taking their time now as they have suddenly seen something that they had not expected. This group of people are tougher than any they have faced before.
The two wererats drop off the roofs of their houses and race forward. They still hold their crossbows and seem willing to use them if they have the chance.
The Wold Lord also seem taken back that most of his men are dead or dying, though deep down he does not care. His head turns though as he hears a voice from behind him, from the portal.
Both surviving council members have made it inside of the council tree and are looking around for something to fight with.
From out of the portal is tossed the mangled body of the werewolf that went in with Amada. Right behind it comes the form of a werebear...one angry werebear in fact. She bellows out at the Wolf Lord who turns his head towards her. "Stand and fight me Rikar....we were once friends and now look at us." She roars again and charges forward. "You once a good man and me a noble taur....reduced to what?" She is in a rage it would appear and giving the Chosen a chance as she takes on her old friend.
You will find that I moved some of you or all of you further than you may have expected. This is mostly due to the fact that I needed to produce a new map and also because I could not see why you could not move that far. Yes argue that according to the map part each square is ten feet, but that is only for reference. The map is there to help in visualization only.
I hope that all the HP are ok as well. I am sorry about my mess-ups here lately. I have been dealing with a lot of things.
Now onto something that I am not sure that you have all figured out yet. Yes this battle was hard and yes it was over your CR, but I knew that you could do it. You may have thought not but the foe is bound to make mistakes if it thinks it has the advantage and that is exactly what was done here. Argue if you want but I think that the group is doing a great job, call it luck if you will but I have been pulling no punches with this battle and all that has happened was planned ahead of time.
Brahmah (30 of 83 hps) Tuesday May 10th, 2005 12:37:48 AM
(OOC: Jim, you asked what we thought, so we told you. Don't be upset for us answering questions. :))
Brahmah falls back with the others and becomes defensive.
Toros 48/61 hp, AC 28 (+3 Defensive Fight, +4 Mage Armor, -1 Enlarged, -1 After Rage), Enlarged-2 rounds Tuesday May 10th, 2005 1:59:18 AM
As all the Chosen has managed to regroup again in a safer and defendable place, Toros assumes a role to support the fighters.
First, he will call the attention of Kale to take the silver dagger, "Kale, take this silver dagger, I believe you will use it more effectively than I do." He will also look at Gecktar to see whether he approves what he is suggesting. If the Rogue and Cleric have no objection, Toros will leave the silver dagger to Kale.
Then, he will activate his tattoo one more time and Enlarge Kale, if he accepts it. If he does not, Toros will start a Bardic Inspiring Song.
OOC: I did not receive the map, but hope it would not be a problem.
Kale(Ac 22, Hps 66/37, Enlarged, Cats grace) Tuesday May 10th, 2005 6:39:40 AM
Kale takes the dagger, then flips it a couple of times while Toros casts his spell, when its done, there is a 18 ft Kale standing with a silver dagger and a smile on his face. "Im ready for some payback." the rogue says as he pulls out a potion and drinks it down(cats grace potion, +4 to dex), then waits for the were creatures to make their move.
Flat-top (AC 22 32/85hp) Tuesday May 10th, 2005 7:09:40 AM
Flat-top keep backing up towards the others and will stop only when he is told to halt. He will swing at any thing that tries to harm any people.
But he will ask, "Is that Amada out there with the brown fur coat??"
He takes a good look at size of Kale and drops a couple of Road Apples.
OOC: DM Jim is it getting light out side? Paw'caw and Elder cannot fight in the this battle.
Brahmah (addendum) Tuesday May 10th, 2005 9:41:07 AM
Seeing that the others have NOT fully follwed Kanchana's instructions, Brahmah gets a bit upset.
In taurish he yells, "I don't like to give ORDERS, but get your butts back to the council tree like the druidess asked!" He says in a very 'un-Brahmah' manner.
(OOC: Sorry for the early post, do not know if I'll be able to post tonight due to shift change at work.)
Next round, Brahmah will only attack those creatures coming near the group at the council tree. He will defend the healer(s?) and spellcasters.
He askes for healing.
Solgrin (AC18, HP26/26, Barkskin, Invisible) Tuesday May 10th, 2005 4:46:22 PM
Solgrin moves Rozca under his cloak as he continues to the council tree. Once inside the council tree Solgrin will look to see what he can help with.
Gecktar (AC 22/24 HP32/57) Tuesday May 10th, 2005 4:51:14 PM
Gecktar looks at the scene while retreating to the council's tree. He try to gauge who need the most healing come close to Brahmah and touch him gently to fill him with new energy.
(heal him
Gecktar to finish my pprevious post d8+5=12 Tuesday May 10th, 2005 4:52:48 PM
heal 12 hp sacrificing remove fear spell
Kanchana (44/44HP, AC 19) d20+5=25 Tuesday May 10th, 2005 5:35:40 PM
Kanchana will continue her "retreat" towards the Council Tree. If she can she will go inside and check for any enemies hiding within. (Spot 25; nat. 20!)
Kanchana will not stop to heal anyone unless they look like they are on Death's door; and they are also within immediate touching range of the wand she is holding - and preferably they ask for healing so she is made aware of their need.
((OOC: Toros I think I will not discuss this combat thing further past this last OOC post now. You and I simply do not agree on all points; and this is no problem for me. I appreciate differences in opinions. :) The NPC thing; created by the player for their own PC, is a good intent, but it shouldn't be forced upon anyone just for the sake of combat - it should be a choice, and a task done when player time allows it as well. I do not think it is more important during combat then during any other time (IMO). RL happens, we cannot always make plans... We all do need to treat all aspects of the game as completely equal in importance (Yes, I freely admit that I do not value combat in general). I do trust that James both can and will take care of any necessary tasks that PC's must get done when the tasks need to get done.
Combat I do not really enjoy and never will. It is a waste of my time to be honest, and I also consider it to be quite boring timefill (a quick fix for when creativity dries up for a spell. No offense James!!); but I endure it.
Some of you players; and James I am certain, probably already know my view on combat so I figur I will just write it black on white here so it is out in the open. My view of combat will probably never change (although James' little banter (and good creativity) between Kanchana and the bounty hunter during the bounty hunter combat scenario was actually enjoyable for me. You did really good with that one James). :) However, I must say that if I miss a post due to my nursing internship period (5 weeks left, I am practically counting the days!) I miss a post; that is life right now. RL is far more important than RP combat will ever be. If my view of combat is disappointing then I am of course sorry to hear that. Friendly greetings, Eunice. P.S. Gilles (I am so sorryif I spelled you name wrong!) I completely agree with the points you made in your e-mail on the werewolves; they are way over our rating as a group. I must add that the Chosens' general levels (i.e. Kanchana and anyone who started the game after me) should be stated as 6th level not 7th; to my knowledge Kanchana will be gaining 6th level not 7th if she survives this. Please do correct me on the level thing if I have gotten it wrong James.))
Fight for Life, part VIII. (DM Jim) 2d8(4+1)+6=11 d8=6 Tuesday May 10th, 2005 11:15:40 PM The Hamlet
Kanchana is first inside the council tree, well besides the council members themselves. She spots no hidden enemies and she knows for certain that she would if they were there. She does see the three bodies still layed out on the tables and an assortment of stuff hanging on the walls.
Brahmah calls out orders to fall back and follow what Kanchana ordered, he knows that she has their safety at heart. He does stop in the doorway to take up a defensive position and watch.
Flat-top slips inside the council tree as well as he looks around. He is surprised by the sudden size of Kale and has to querie about the werebear outside as he had been concentrating on staying alive earlier.
Kale takes the dagger and suddenly finds himself large enough to just fit in the doorway, height wise that is. He does take up enough room in the doorway that only Brahmah can stand beside him, but noone can shoot over him.
Gecktar stops and lays healing into the now enlarged Kale. Figuring that him being bigger now will need all the help he can get, seeing as size does have its disadvantages and advantages.
Toros just slips into the council tree a little before Kale takes up his post at the door. With the two of them enlarged it would have been impossible otherwise.
Solgrin slips Rozca under his cloak and speeds into the council tree. His eyes roam over the interior and he sees only little windows with wooden type bars. There is also a central smoke hole in the top of the tree like structure that will most obviously let out smoke.
Zeoll and Leets slip inside the hut with obvious relief. They drop onto a set of benches that are designed to be easy for even thier kind to sit upon or lean.
Croc has taken off to the side of the hamlet to maybe circle around. He knew that he could not keep up with the taurs once they started moving.
Horatio moves forward and touches a hand to Brahmah. "Please forgive me for my suspicions...I should have seen the good in you at the beginning." Brahmah will feel healing flow into his body as he is spoken too or not if he wishes to slap the hand away.
The younger council member comes forward with a smirk upon her face. "I have told you many time Horatio that you judge too fast." She pushes a scroll out and looks around. "Did not your group have a mage?" You can see that she is blushing with a mixture of shame and a need to prove herself.
Four dead worgs.
Two dead werewolves.
Two dead wererats.
The two werewolves stop and pace around outside the council tree. They are about fourty feet away and seem to speak to each other everytime they pass.
The two wererats smile as they take up positons outside of the coucil tree some fifty feet away. They have loaded up thier crossbows and seem intent on peppering those at the door with bolts.
The Wold Lord charges at Amade with a feral howl and a yell. "They are but food and slaves to me now." They both collide and you see the sword go flying as Amada brings her clawed paws slamming into the Wolf Lord's arm. She had ducked under his clumsy attack and landed two of her own...you see a smile from her.
werewolf AC 18 wererat AC 20
{Walls - assorment of spears, daggers and other more strange weapons you would suppose; a few cabinets line the walls that seem to be fashioned right from the tree itself; there are also a few shields made of wood; most notible is a pair of bows with a pair of quivers on the far wall above what would appear to be a shrine}
Sorry, I do not think that anyone got my last map. Lycos can be unreliable at times but at least it usually sends my emails and I still get the ones sent to me.
Kanchana (44/44HP, AC 19) 3d8(8+4+4)+15=31 Wednesday May 11th, 2005 12:37:13 AM
As soon as she is finished looking for enemies. She belatedly recognizes that Brahmah asked for healing. Kanchana sees his back framed by the doorway and next to Kale. Kanchana taps the healing wand to the middle of Brahmah's back. (Heal Brahmah 31HP)
"Gecktar, you make sure that Kale gets healed if he needs it. We should be able to hold this tree with a smaller amount of effort," Kanchana states. Kanchana takes out the lesser wand of healing and now holds a wand in each hand (greater in one, lesser in the other).
((James, who or what is RIO on the latest map? Jay, sorry I missed Brahmah's call for healing in my last post. Kanchana took care of some of Brahmah's wounds this turn.)) :)
Gecktar (AC22/24 hp32/57) Wednesday May 11th, 2005 4:54:44 AM
Gecktar takes place behind Kale so as to be able to heal him when needed. He says "Is there any one to get my composite longbow ? I could be nice to arrass the wererat..."
(OOC: happy to see that you hold us and our characters in such esteem Jim. Thank you)
Kale(Ac 22, Hps 66/37, Enlarged, Cats grace) Wednesday May 11th, 2005 6:46:45 AM
Kale will pull off his quiver and hand it back to Gecktar and yell "Can anyone put flame to my arrows? Steel doesnt hurt them, lets see if fire does." then he'll use a ready action to counterattack any attacks made by any of the were-creatures.
Brahmah (? of 83) d20+13=18 d20+8=13 2d4(1+4)+7=12 Wednesday May 11th, 2005 10:27:20 AM
OOC: I believe Gecktar may have healed Brahmah this round too, I am uncertain what Brahmah is at. However, I think Brahmah is at near full hit points thanks to Kanchana's vigilance! ;)
Brahmah's eyes dart quickly to the man. "Thanks. We'll talk later. Move to the tree." He says harshly.
Looking at the female, Brahmah says, "Yes, but I haven't seen him during this battle." Which was true. Brahmah had entered the village no more than 30 seconds earlier and had truly NOT 'seen' Solgrin. He gestures his thumb toward Kanchana. "I think he sticks to our druidess. He might be near her. You get... stay safe!"
Brahmah moves(move action) to the werewolf Flat-top is confronting and swings with the silver 'falchion' twice (standard), hitting once. (AC 18 and 13, for 12 damage plus whatever the sword does in addition!) In tauric, Brahmah says to Flat-top, "Lets flank this beasty!!" No able to quite reach the position.
Flat-top (AC 22 32/85hp) d20+4=22 Wednesday May 11th, 2005 10:37:28 AM
Flat-top is looking into the cabinets, he's looking for food (Flat-top hungry!). But in one of the cabinets are supplies to start a fire in the Fireplace. "OH! Look Kale! There's some oil and an olrag or two?"
Flat-top comes back to his Big Friend Kale, "Give me a few of your arrows and I'll make them in to hot stuff. Flat-top start to craft (24) with pieces of rag soak on this fluid for the firePlace. Here's one arrow!" And hand it to Kale so he can use it right away.
OOC: Unable to flank- Brahmah! I'm inside crafting fire arrows for Kale. (Flat-top is on the other side of Kale.
Paw'caw(ceil)(Ac 17 18/18hp) Wednesday May 11th, 2005 10:46:50 AM
If it's not dawn yet, Paw'caw sleep restlessly. She is having mares.
Rozca(ceil) (Ac 20 23/28hp) Wednesday May 11th, 2005 10:53:39 AM
Rozca starts to stir under his cloak, ~~hmmm! Ahhh! Your heart sound good!~~.
Toros 48/61 hp, AC 28 (+3 Defensive Fight, +4 Mage Armor, -1 Enlarged, -1 After Rage), Enlarged-1 rounds, Inspire Courage 5 rounds Wednesday May 11th, 2005 10:54:50 AM
Toros will start singing a song to inspire his friends (+1 to attack and damage).
OOC: Ha ha, possibly my shortest post for a while... well, I guess not anymore, after this OOC note...;-b
Elder (Ac 14 10/10hp) d20+5=17 Wednesday May 11th, 2005 10:58:22 AM
Elder is getting hungry, so he'll try to get out of the pouch. by pushing his head out of the small (drawstring) pouch. to see what he can get into.
Escape 17.
Croc (ac 20 27/39hp) Wednesday May 11th, 2005 11:01:27 AM
croc has gone around the back of the Tree and hid under a pile of rubbish. Just waiting for a enermy to stand still.
Gecktar d8+5=10 Wednesday May 11th, 2005 3:37:42 PM
I read back the post : the first that was healed was Brahmah (12hp) but DM says that was Kale (maybe Gecktar isn't close enough from Brahmah ?) So Gecktar heals the one that was not healed with another spontaneous casting (heal 10 hp to Kale)
Solgrin (AC18, HP26/26, Barkskin, Invisible) Wednesday May 11th, 2005 3:46:24 PM
Solgrin steps up near the female asking about him then dispels the invisibility and says "You can call me Solgrin. Is there something I can help you with? Have you any arcane scrolls that we could put to use in defeating the creatures outside? Also is there something we can use to make the smoke hole not so inviting for them to try to come through?"
Solgrin looks over to Brahmah then says "I am here, just trying to keep from becoming a pin cushion."
Solgrin tells Rozca "curl up and take your normal place dear" as he sets Rozca on his shoulder.
Kanchana (44/44HP, AC 19) Thursday May 12th, 2005 12:10:03 AM
"Kale using flame as a weapon in a village made of living wood might not be such a good idea... if you should be unlucky enough to miss what you are shooting at the whole village could be destroyed," Kanchana does sound very worried.
Kanchana stays away from the small windows; just in case any of the enemies can squeeze through them!
Zeoll (AC20, HP45 of 46, Barkskin, Prayer, Produce Flame, Inspire Courage) Thursday May 12th, 2005 7:33:16 AM
Zeoll stands up from his chair and tries to find a place from which he can better view the melee (move action -- Jim, please position Zeoll as you see fit). The liontaur bard sings a song of courage in dire circumstances (Inspire Courage, standard action).
Everybody gets +1 on attacks and damage!]
[OOC: Sorry, everyone that I have been awol. I'll be posting daily starting Monday, and maybe for the rest of this week, with luck.]
[OOC: I had forgotten the Barkskin in previous posts. Now included.]
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Produce Flame -- 2 of 6 flames used Barkskin -- About 10 rounds of 30 used Inspire Courage -- ongoing.
Bard slots unused: 3 of 3 Level 0 spells; Difficulty Class 15 0 of 2 Level 1 spells; Difficulty Class 16
Bardsong used: 2 of 2
5 goodberries from earlier.
Charges used from CLW wand: 1.
Rozca(ceil) Thursday May 12th, 2005 10:58:45 AM
Rozca is happy, because her master called her 'Dear', that means he is not mad at her. "Master! I poison those two wererats archers, They should be dying by now. Did I do good?".
Now she starts to climb up to the shoulder of Solgrin, then hides under his long hair and curls her little tail around his neck. (Now the little Dragon's tail look like a necklace, To anybody else) But the woman with the scroll is looking intensly at Rozca going around Solgrin's body and under his hair. Her face is frozen in a wide eyed supprise.
Elder(ceil) Thursday May 12th, 2005 11:02:11 AM
Elder is still trying to get out, He will look for a weak spot in the leather pouch, to knaw a hole to get out.
Croc(ceil) Thursday May 12th, 2005 11:05:05 AM
Croc will lay there very still, he look like an lawn ornament with tash on top and around him. " I wish I had some soft yellow fruits" he mumbles in a low growl.
Flat-top (Ac 22 32/79hp) Thursday May 12th, 2005 11:09:23 AM
Flat-top craft about 12 arrows for Kale, then tells Brahmah, "I don't fell too well! I lean against the wall over there where the weapons and tools are and take a nap."
Flat-top goes to the wall to nap.
Fight for Life, part IX. (DM Jim) d20+15=30 d20+10=28 d8+5=6 d8+5=13 d20+15=23 d20+10=15 d8+5=11 d8+5=13 Thursday May 12th, 2005 1:42:03 PM The Hamlet
Kanchana pours healing into Brahmah and then pulls out another wand. She lets the others know that they are in a better position now and that Gecktar will need to heal up Kale if he needs it.
Brahmah thanks the man Horatio and lets the younger female know that the wizard should be around. He holds his position so that he can maintain the blockade with Kale.
Flat-top easily finds some oil and rags, that he figures can be used for such a purpose as making flaming arrows. He soon has one lit and a sweet scent of jasmine fills the council tree.
Kale suggests putting fire to arrows to use against the enemy. To that he hands his bow and quiver to Gecktar.
Gecktar keeps his position by Kale and ponders outloud the need to harass the werecreatures in general.
Toros starts up a sing a song of inspiration. In this dire time he knows that they can use it.
Solgrin pops back into visibility as Rozca curls in his hair. He lets the young female know that he is here, along with Brahmah. He inquires of an arcane scroll that maybe of use to the group.
Zeoll is up and on his feet again as he gets a second wind. He starts to sing as well, his own voice mingling with Toros.
Leets is still feeling the effects of fatigue from the battle as he stays slumped against the bench that he had moved over to earlier.
Horatio moves back to allow the group do deal with what they must, though he stays close as he can still heal if needed. He glances to the younger council member and nods his head as he can see no way around it and these people have most likely saved most of the village.
The younger council member looks to Solgrin and nods her head as she holds out the scroll to him. She had glanced to Horatio to make sure that it was ok. "It is a fireball scroll...one from the coven." She is not sure how many of the Chosen may understand her words but Horatio has given permission to reveal at least a little to them.
Four dead worgs.
Two dead werewolves.
Two dead wererats.
The two werewolves continue to pace as they seem to be working themselves up to something. It appears that they have finally come up with a plan of action.
The wererat on the right pulls up his crossbow and aim it at Kale. He fires off a pair of bolts at him (hit: 30/28 and damage: 6/13).
The wererat on the left pulls up his crossbow and aim it at Brahmah. He fires off a pair of bolts at him (hit: 23/15 and damage: 11/13).
The Wold Lord and Amada continue to circle each other, teeth finding openings as claws dig hunks of flesh from each others bodies.
Had storms yesterday. RIO should have been RIP, sorry about that.
Solgrin - scroll is firball CL 5
Brahmah (66 0f 83, AC 23) Thursday May 12th, 2005 1:54:07 PM
OOC: I'm not clear on what Kale and Brahmah are supposed to be blocking.
He takes the bolt in the forearm. The ranger watches the werewolves for signs of action, then if they move, he'll follow.
Zeoll (AC20, HP45 of 46, Barkskin, Prayer, Produce Flame, Inspire Courage) d20+4=9 Thursday May 12th, 2005 3:40:41 PM
Zeoll looks out at a werewolf and throws a Produced Flame at the creature. But at AC9, he misses.
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Produce Flame -- 3 of 6 flames used Barkskin -- About 10 rounds of 30 used Inspire Courage -- ongoing.
Bard slots unused: 3 of 3 Level 0 spells; Difficulty Class 15 0 of 2 Level 1 spells; Difficulty Class 16
Bardsong used: 2 of 2
5 goodberries from earlier.
Charges used from CLW wand: 1.
Kale(Ac 22, Hps 66/40, Enlarged, Cats grace) d20+7=20 2d6(3+6)+5=14 d6=1 Thursday May 12th, 2005 6:18:39 PM
"I understand what your saying," Kale says to Gecktar and Kachanga as two bolts thud into him, "But im not goint to stand here and be a target." then Kale takes one of the flaming arrows and shoots it at the were-rat that shot at him(hit ac 20 for 14 pts of damage and 1 pt of fire damage)
Kanchana (44/44HP, AC 19) Thursday May 12th, 2005 7:50:16 PM
With a look of shock Kanchana looks from the council members to Solgrin then says "A fireball in a village made of trees?? That would do more damage then good possibly..."
Kanchana then turns to Kale's back says half in jest "Kale, you did stop in the doorway, you are giving them a rather large target."
***** OOC: Sam I honestly am making the comment in a bit of humor. :)
Solgrin (AC18, HP26/26, Barkskin) Thursday May 12th, 2005 7:53:45 PM
Accepting the scroll, Solgrin rubs his chin with one hand thinking on how best to utilize it while trying to do as little damage to the village.
Toros 48/61 hp, AC 29 (+3 Defensive Fight, +4 Mage Armor, -1 After Rage), Inspire Courage 5 rounds Thursday May 12th, 2005 10:30:14 PM
Toros himself turning to normal, activate his tattoo one more time and Enlarge Brahmah, if he accepts.
OOC: Please do not forget to apply the increased size of your weapon when Enlarged.
Gecktar (AC22 hp 32 / 57) 3d8(7+7+2)+15=31 Friday May 13th, 2005 9:09:11 AM
Gecktar keeps an eye on Kale but also sees all wounds of Flat-Top. He touches him gently with his wand giving him new strength.
(Heal 31hp to Flat-Top)
Brahmah d20+10=23 Friday May 13th, 2005 9:15:31 AM
Brahmah feels Toros' hand and a surge of increasing energy into his body, but Brahmah does resist Toros' enlargement energy. (Fort save 23)
"No." He brushes Toros' hands away. Brahmah can not afford becoming easier to hit and less skilled with his blades. He prepares to attack again.
Flat-top (AC 22 63/85hp) d20+13=30 d20+10=11 d6+4=9 d6+4=5 Friday May 13th, 2005 4:35:17 PM
Flat-top energy surge back into his body, He will take the Cross-bow that was offered and a bunch of Bolts, and stand shoulder(Flat-top) to beltbuckle(Kale) to shoulder to Brahmah (and it's not easy to squeeze in between those two).
He aim and fires at WereWolf(G/10).
Cross-bow attack AC30/AC11 - Damages 9/5hp.
One of those two Taurs snezzeed! that why Flat-top miss the second shot.
Fight for Life, part X. (DM Jim) d20+14=23 d20+14=22 d6+5=10 d6+5=9 d20+15=27 d20+10=30 d8+5=9 d8+5=12 d20+10=29 d8=1 Friday May 13th, 2005 10:42:09 PM The Hamlet
Kanchana cannot believe what she is hearing...a fireball inside of this hamlet of wood. She does aleviate a little of the tension by joking with Kale.
Brahmah watches and waits for the werewolves to make the first move. His muscles tense but he has the presence of mind to resist Toro's spell.
Flat-top wants to join in the fight but there is no room between an enlarged Kale and Brahmah for anyone else to stand. One of the barred windows in the front would most likely work, but it still maybe hard to shoot out it.
Kale fires off one of the flaming arrows that is handed to him. His arrow thuds into the wererat that fired at him.
Gecktar heals up Flat-top from some of his wounds but keeps as eye upon Kale to make sure he does not drop.
Toros taps his tattoo and lays his hand upon Brahmah but finds that Brahmah does not grow larger, it is as if his spell was resisted.
Solgrin ponders the scroll and how best to use it. He knows that Kanchana has a point but why would a council member give him this type of scroll.
Zeoll throws a flame at the closest werewolf outside and over Brahmah's shoulder. His throw is off though and it slams into the ground.
Leets glances to the group but is still worried about Managarm. He had seen his friend struck but then he had blink out, hopefully back to his own plane.
Horatio smiles as he moves to another cupboard and applies an amulet he pulls out from under his tunic. "That maybe so druidess...if this hamlet was not warded against fire." He seems to be rummaging about for something and then he pulls out another scroll. "This one maybe of use as well...a flamestrike if anyone can use it."
The younger council member nods her head as Horatio speaks and points to the open but barred window. "You should be able to cast it from there." She looks upto the hole in the ceiling and smiles. "That would be suicide for most...see the spears...we can set up a trap if they wish to drop in." To put actions to words she moves over and comes back with four spears.
Four dead worgs.
Two dead werewolves.
Two dead wererats.
The two werewolves charge into the battle now. Each one heading for one of the two taurs in the doorway. Both of them slash in with claws at exposed flesh and feral grins upon their faces (hit: 23 and damage: 10 ; hit: 22 and damage: 9).
The wererat on the right pulls out the flaming arrow and attempts to put out the little fire that has started in it's fur
The wererat on the left hisses as it fires off a couple more bolts at Brahmah (hit: 27/30*crit29* and damage: 9/12*crit13*).
The Wold Lord and Amada fall back from each other, each panting and circling the other. They seem to be gauging each other to find some weaknesses in the other.
Sorry, only enough room in the opening for Kale and Brahmah. There are two windows in the front of the council tree, one on the left and one on the right. Figure a -2 penalty to shoot a bolt out of the windows, but no arrows as that requires more control.
Brahmah and Kale are guarding the entrance to the council tree. Brahmah and Kale also get an AOA on thier werewolf.
Toros 48/61 hp, AC 29 (+3 Defensive Fight, +4 Mage Armor, -1 After Rage), Inspire Courage 4 rounds Sunday May 15th, 2005 2:21:10 AM
Realizing that it is not easy to shoot from inside the council tree, Toros will cast Guidance on Flat-top to help him in his next attack (+1 guidance bonus to attack).
It is the first time he takes time to look at inside the council tree. Beside the windows and chimney his eyes also notices the various stuff and weapons inside. Then the searching eyes spot and stop on the three dead bodies. It is the first time he came that close to these and being have to stay in the same place with them does not make him comfortable at all!
Flat-top (AC 22 63/85hp) d20+14=26 d20+11=18 d6+4=7 d6+4=6 Sunday May 15th, 2005 6:21:39 AM
Flat-top tells both Kale and the Captain, "You you two should go on Dr. Kittens Diet, I hear it really slims you down. I could not shoot an arrow between you two! Gee!"
Flat-top goes to the winddow, looks it over. It woun't be easy, but with luck it might be doable."
Flat-top will knotch two Bolts and shoot (like a double barrel shot gun! Yet to be invented.)
The only enermy he can shoot at is a wererat at G/12.
two bolts attack Ac26 & Ac18 - Damages 7/6hp (I hope??)
Kanchana (44/44HP, AC 19) d8+2=7 Sunday May 15th, 2005 5:38:37 PM
Kanchana taps the lesser wand of healing to Brahmah. (Heals 7HP)
((James, is Flamestrike an arcane or a divine spell?))
Solgrin (AC18, HP26/26, Barkskin) Sunday May 15th, 2005 5:46:16 PM
Solgrin moves over to where he can see out and looks through a window at an angle trying to see where the enemy is located.
Zeoll d8+1=9 Sunday May 15th, 2005 10:29:26 PM
Zeoll walks over to Gecktar and heals him with a use of the healing wand (9 hp healed).
Gecktar (AC 22 HP41/57) Monday May 16th, 2005 5:31:57 AM
Gecktar thanks Zeoll for his healing, then concentrate an release a protection field around Kale giving him more protection.
Gecktar sees that Kale could not do much damage in melee with his weapons and says "Toros, the silver dagger for the firsliners !"
(Cast shield of faith for +2 deflection bonus to AC)
Kale(Ac 24, Hps 66/31, Enlarged, Cats grace, shield of faith) d20+8=27 d20+8=19 d8+6=14 d8+6=11 d20+8=21 d8+6=13 Monday May 16th, 2005 9:05:14 AM
OOC Kale already has the dagger
grimacing a bit from the blow, Kale slashes twice with his newly gotten silver dagger at the charging werewolf(AOO, critical hit, Ac 27 with a follow up of Ac 19 for 14 and 11, regular attack of 21 for 13 pts for a total of 38 pts). then he nods back at Gecktar, thanking him for the extra protection
Brahmah (33 of 83) Monday May 16th, 2005 7:11:02 PM
Bolts plunging deep, Brahmah growls at the wererat in the tree. He then sheethes his kukri and prepares to draw his other falchion.
He activates his Entangle tattoo and targets the wererat in the tree nearby. (reflex save DC 11 or suffer the effects)
Fight for Life, part XI. (DM Jim) d20+15=34 d20+10=13 d8+5=9 d8+5=6 d20+15=27 d20+10=17 d8+5=7 d8+5=13 3d8(7+6+1)+7=21 d8=4 Monday May 16th, 2005 11:35:47 PM The Hamlet
Kanchana taps Brahmah with the lighter of her two wands. Healing floods into the minotaur.
Brahmah takes the opportunity that the beast gave him to tear into him as he approaches. He thinks about activating his tattoo, entangle, but does not see enough vegetation to do the job. The trees that make up the buildings in this village are much too tall to do any good.
Flat-top fires off a pair of bolts at the wererat outside the window, from the side he is at. His first bolt strikes true while the second one is off by a little and thuds into a house further out.
Kale lets the dagger in his hand speak for him as he tears into the werewolf that closes on him. With satsfaction he sees the werewolf fall at his feet.
Toros casts a spell of guidance upon Flat-top so that he can have an easier time of shooting out that little window.
Gecktar casts a spell that adds protection to the enlarged Kale. He then waits to see what else he can add to be of assistance.
Solgrin from the other window, that Flat-top is not at, he is able to see just about half way between the two wererats. He cannot really see the one to the left but he can see the one on the right well enough.
Zeoll taps Gecktar for a little healing and waits to see if anyone else is in need.
Leets is in a depressed slump and seems unwilling or unable to pull himself out of it. He occassionally mumbles to himself but you catch nothing of it.
Horatio moves to touch Brahmah again, pouring healing into the taurs body (heal 24). "That should get you farther I think....what is left out there?."
The younger council member busies herself with setting up the spears to stop any would be visitors from falling through the chimney.
Four dead worgs.
Four dead werewolves.
Two dead wererats.
The wererat on the right looks around and goes sort of ghostly white as he realizes that he is alone. He looks back and spots his boss and turns back with a look of pure terror. He fires off a pair of bolts at Kale, knowing that his life is at an end (hit: 34/13 and damage: 9/6).
The wererat on the left is taking stock of the situation. He does not like what he sees but knows that he cannot escape (hit: 27/17 and damage: 7/13).
The Wold Lord and Amada charge back in at each other. The sight of these two going at it is horrifying to see. You see that each is dripping with blood and badly hurt, it is not apparent who will come out the victor but it is easy to see that each is willing to give his life to kill the other.
Brahmah - Gave you your AOA that you did not take. Also held off on your tattoo as it would have had little effect in this area.
Kanchana - That spell would be divine in nature though I am not sure who maybe able to cast it.
Brahmah d20+9=14 d20+4=24 d20+4=9 2d6(4+2)+6=12 Tuesday May 17th, 2005 5:18:45 AM
OOC: What is the green thing the damned rat is hanging out in then? Bush? Tree? If there is grass in the FULLY NATURAL TREE COMMUNITY! the tattoo will work. Perhaps a reminder of the enviroment and surroundings would be good.
And maps of every round are great, please.
Yes, your absolutely right, I never took the AoO.
IC: Brahmah just shakes his head at the stupidity of the whole situation playing out in front of him. "This place sure is barren for 'being one with nature'." He says under his breath, some of confused by the whole.
He drops the falchion(free action) and draws his bow(move action), taking two shots at the nearest wererat that seems confused(standard action). (AC 14 and 24 for 12 damage) Bows aren't his thing, for obvious reasons. One arrow sores off into the great unknown and the other hits a totally seperate target that he was aiming at. He shrugs, happy with his positive mistake. He's happy it wasn't a friend he hit. "Damned arrows!"
(OOC: The reason I haven't attacked is that I have a map from two rounds ago, which doesn't help.)
Gecktar (AC22/24 hp41/57) Tuesday May 17th, 2005 7:53:47 AM
OOC: sorry Toros miss the fact that you give the dagger to Kale.
Gecktar is now low in power and cannot reach any of the werecreatures. He delays his action to see if someone is in need of healing.
Kale(Ac 24, Hps 66/22, Enlarged, Cats grace, shield of faith) d20+10=22 d8+6=9 Tuesday May 17th, 2005 9:36:43 AM
"Thats not going to work." Kale says to Brahmah as he sees him shoot his bow. "You have to use that sword you got!" then, taking his own advice, Kale charges the were-rat that just shot at him(hit ac 22 for 9 pts of damage) then he tells the wererat "Drop your weapon, and you will live another day. Dont, and you die."
Zeoll (AC20, HP45 of 46, Barkskin, Prayer, Produce Flame, Inspire Courage) d8+1=3 Tuesday May 17th, 2005 10:24:16 AM
Worried about the brave werebear, Zeoll tries to see if he can get near her. When Kale charges out, maybe that leaves room for Zeoll to follow? If he can, he will move out to the werebear (up to 40 feet) and then use a charge of the healing wand on Amada. [a measly three! oh well.]
If he can't get close enough, the liontaur will go as close as he can manage.
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Produce Flame -- 3 of 6 flames used Barkskin -- About 15 rounds of 30 used Inspire Courage -- 2 rounds of 5 used.
Bard slots unused: 3 of 3 Level 0 spells; Difficulty Class 15 0 of 2 Level 1 spells; Difficulty Class 16
Bardsong used: 2 of 2
5 goodberries from earlier.
Charges used from CLW wand: 3.
Flat-top (AC22 63/85hp) d20+14=30 d20+11=19 d6+4=9 d6+4=9 Tuesday May 17th, 2005 10:55:32 AM
Flat-top readies his cross bow again with two bolts, he aims anf fires (at what ever enermy that is in his view) He shoots two bolts (hiting ac 30 & ac 19 - Damages 9 & 9hp each bolts. "Dirty littles runts!" curses Flat-top.
Croc(ceil) Tuesday May 17th, 2005 11:01:31 AM
Croc (who is hiding under the rubbish) sniff the air, there's a lot of scents in the air. Some are yummie, some are bad, But there's one scent that he was waiting for?? His master with the soft food. Oyt of the rubbish he goes and around the corner, sniffing the air all the way.
Toros 48/61 hp, AC 32 (+6 Total Defense, +4 Mage Armor, -1 After Rage), Inspire Courage 3 rounds Tuesday May 17th, 2005 12:57:31 PM
Starting to feel very uncomfortable with the fact that they have to stay in the same closed place with three slayed bodies, Toros also follows the same course of action as Zeoll did and goes out. In total defense, he passes through the wererats and stands behind them. As their escape route is somehow blocked, this could make the were-things think twice, if they want to decide to continue the fight. Besides, Toros will be in a supportive position, if Zeoll needs any help.
Toros-OOC Tuesday May 17th, 2005 12:58:54 PM
No problem Gecktar, :-)
Kanchana (44/44HP, AC 19) d20+7=13 d8+2=10 Tuesday May 17th, 2005 6:57:43 PM
Kanchana wracks her brain trying to think of what she may or may not know about the flamestrike spell. (Spellcraft 13) Meanwhile while pondering the nature of the appearently divine spell Kanchana taps the lesser healing wand to Brahmah; provided Brahmah has not run out into the midst of the attacking weres... Kanchana will not be leaving the seeming safety of the Council Tree yet. (Heals Brahmah 10HP)
Brahmah Tuesday May 17th, 2005 7:44:23 PM
Brahmah turns to Kanchana. "What is that pot full of out there? It looks like molassas."
Solgrin (AC18, HP26/26, Barkskin) Tuesday May 17th, 2005 7:50:36 PM
Looking out Solgrin decides to hold off on using the scroll until a better opertunity happens.
Fight for Life, part XII. (DM Jim) d20+12=19 d20+10=20 d20+12=18 d6=6 d6=5 d6=3 d20+15=19 d20+13=17 d8+5=7 d8+5=9 Tuesday May 17th, 2005 11:54:01 PM The Hamlet
Kanchana taps Brahmah with the lighter of her two wands again and he feels warmth of healing magics again. She ponders the scroll that is held out to her and she knows that it brings down the wrath of divine fire upon an enemy.
Brahmah drops his falchion and draws his bow, but both of his shots are wide of thier mark.
Flat-top fires off a pair of bolts at the wererat outside the window, from the side he is at. One bolt hits while the other flies on by the wererat. He is only happy that it did not hit Kale as he moved in.
Kale charges a wererat and slashes the dagger into him. He then demands that the little rat surrender or die.
Toros moves out and beyond the wererats so that he can possibly cut off thier retreat.
Gecktar holds off to see if anyone is going to be in need of healing so that he is ready for it.
Solgrin realizes that he must hold onto that scroll as the fight is back into melee form. He cannot toast his companions just to get at the little rats.
Zeoll is able to cover most of the distance between the two fighting lycanthropes, but cannot get all the way. He also knows that it would not be a good idea if he does not want to maybe heal the wrong one or get attacked.
Croc comes out of hiding and hopes to get in on some of the soft meat that is available.
Leets is in a depressed slump and seems unwilling or unable to pull himself out of it. He occassionally mumbles to himself but you catch nothing of it.
Horatio continues to hold onto the scroll till the druidess wants it. He figures that she may have a use for it but does not push her to use it.
The younger council member now has those spears set up and she turns to find that the hut has gotten a lot emptier. "What..."
Four dead worgs.
Four dead werewolves.
Two dead wererats.
The wererat on the right is now looking into the face of a very large taur but realizes that he cannot quit, better to die than face his master's wrath. He easily draws the rapier at his side and sends it jabbing at Kale twice and then tries to bite him (hit: 19/20/18 and damage: 6/5/3).
The wererat on the left knows that all is lost but also knows that his life is at an end...he will at least try to take some out with him. He turns the crossbow upon Zeoll as he runs by (hit: 19/17 and damage: 7/9).
The Wolf Lord and Amada seem to not notice what is going on around them. Neither of them has noticed that Zeoll has moved closer to them. It happens so suddenly that noone really is able to believe it. The Wolf Lord topples to the ground with a heavy thud as the werebear stands over top of him panting loudly. The bears claws are covered in thick coats of blood that drips onto the ground. With a roar the bear throws back her head and roars in victory and maybe a hint of sadness as well.
Getting a map out to you. Not sure but if noone gets it please let me know and I will send out another one ASAP.
Toros 48/61 hp, AC 32 (+6 Total Defense, +4 Mage Armor, -1 After Rage), Inspire Courage 2 rounds Wednesday May 18th, 2005 12:09:51 AM
Witnessing the fall of the Wolf Lord, Toros yells to the two left-over were-rats. Your master is dead - the fight is over. If you want to live longer than today, now drop your weapons and surrender!!
Zeoll (AC20, HP45 of 46, Barkskin, Prayer, Produce Flame, Inspire Courage) d20+21=33 d8+1=2 d8+1=6 Wednesday May 18th, 2005 6:45:54 AM
Dodging projectiles and thanking his Barkskin, Zeoll avoids all damage. He laughs at the wererat and calls on him to surrrender. "You need not fearr yourr leaderr now! Surrrenderr if you seek merrcy!" [Diplomacy 33]
The liontaur steps over to Amada. "Well done! Now let me heal you." He touches her with the wand of healing [6 hp, rerolled a 1]
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Produce Flame -- 3 of 6 flames used Barkskin -- About 15 rounds of 30 used Inspire Courage -- 3 rounds of 5 used.
Bard slots unused: 3 of 3 Level 0 spells; Difficulty Class 15 0 of 2 Level 1 spells; Difficulty Class 16
Bardsong used: 2 of 2
5 goodberries from earlier.
Charges used from CLW wand: 3.
Flat-top (AC 22 63/85hp) d20+14=25 d20+11=26 d6+4=7 d6+4=10 Wednesday May 18th, 2005 8:26:12 AM
As flat-top reloads his crossbow, he ask Solgrin "Wizard Solgrin tell me Did your pet Rozca hit or posioned the two archers on top of the tree top roof? or Do we still have to worry about those two RATS?"
Flat-top aimd at the wererat(G/12 the one shooting at zeoll), tow bolts dashes into the wererat. Hitting ac 25 & ac 26 - Damaging him for 7+10+17hp.
Flat-top smiles telling himself, "YES! I'm getting the hang of this weapon!"
Rozca(ceil) Wednesday May 18th, 2005 8:30:19 AM
Rozca who was almost asleep, ask her master,"Do you want me to sting this Center? I don't like the tone of his voice when he pronounce My Name!"
Croc(ceil) Wednesday May 18th, 2005 8:34:50 AM
Croc is rounding the tree house (with no corners) and there on the ground is a wererat freshly killed, 'Oh! Boy! thank you Kale, I am hungry." Now he hurry to the body, for lunch.
Elder(ceil) Wednesday May 18th, 2005 8:37:42 AM
Elder is still trying to get out of the bag he's in. But since it is still dark out side, he get tired and goes back to sleep.
Brahmah (67 of 83) d20+18=29 Wednesday May 18th, 2005 8:39:20 AM
OOC: Both shots DID NOT go astray. One hit a target, Brahmah hit AC 24.
Brahmah drops his bow and charges into a tackle on the wererat closest to him. (Grapple check 29)[base +7, str +6, size +4, charge +2, +? spells] He hopes to capture this one so it can be interagated, doing damage if he has too.
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday May 18th, 2005 8:39:36 AM
It is still dark and the golden eagle is in a restless sleep.
Kale(Ac 24, Hps 66/22, Enlarged, Cats grace, shield of faith) d20+8=26 d8+6=10 Wednesday May 18th, 2005 9:41:53 AM
dodgeing all of the were-rat's sword thrusts, Kale slashes back with his silver dagger, jabbing the weapon into the rats side(hit ac 26 for 10 pts of damage).
Gecktar (AC 22 HP41/57) d8+5=10 Wednesday May 18th, 2005 12:31:02 PM
Gecktar follows Kale in his fight and as soon as he sees that he is severely wounded he heals him. (Spontaneously cast cure light wounds to heal Kale 10hp)
Kanchana (44/44HP, AC 19) Wednesday May 18th, 2005 9:51:51 PM
Kanchana remains inside the Council Tree. She takes the proffered scroll from the man, but does not use it yet. "Thank you."
Solgrin (AC18, HP26/26, Barkskin) Thursday May 19th, 2005 3:05:25 AM
Solgrin continues to watch the battle for an opening to help out.
Brahmah Thursday May 19th, 2005 4:42:35 AM
OOC: Waiting to see if Brahmah successfully grapples ratboy.
If Brahmah is able to grapple with the wererat, he will hold on tightly and ask the nearest Chosen for some rope or other bindings.
Flat-top Thursday May 19th, 2005 3:28:23 PM
Flat-top watches to see if there's any were thing left to kill, before he lets any body out of the tree center.
Zeoll d8+1=7 d20+8=9 Friday May 20th, 2005 10:24:11 AM
Zeoll cures Amada again (another 7 hp healing) and looks around for any hidden enemies, but he is distracted by the battle that is not quite yet over. (spot 9 is a nat 1!)
OOC Eunice to Cayzle Friday May 20th, 2005 5:31:29 PM
((Cayzle what is Zeoll using to heal the NPC Amada?))
OOC Cayzle to Eunice Friday May 20th, 2005 6:03:56 PM
((A wand of Cure Light Wounds that Brahmah used to carry around until he let Zeoll use it. Is that okay?))
OOC Eunice to Cayzle Friday May 20th, 2005 7:07:52 PM
I am not dissing your actions by any means and am sorry if it sounded like that.
Just to try and explain my POV, by my way of thinking: wands are finite, the Chosen cannot really afford to replace "used up" wands, and therefore NPCs should not be healed by any magical means other than clerics swapping spells for healing (renewable resource!) or healing via the heal skill (also a renewable resource). That's all really I suppose. ;)
(Cayzle, I hope all is going great with your family and your daughter.)
Cayzle OOC to Eunice Friday May 20th, 2005 8:16:29 PM
((Probably we should not clog up the game archives with this OOC banter. That said, good point!))
Flat-top Friday May 20th, 2005 8:37:01 PM
Waits in the door way, not letting any body out untill every thing is safe??
Brahmah Saturday May 21st, 2005 12:13:39 AM
OOC: Zeoll, the wand has been shunted to another PC, one who is NOT a front line fighter. But I forget who that is. :) Sorry.
Still waiting to see if Brahmah grappled ratboy.
Cayzle to Jay OOC Saturday May 21st, 2005 1:04:53 AM
Sorry for all the OOC!
Yeah, that was me! *I'm* not a front line fighter! LOL! I could have SWORN you let me use it.
If not me, who? Who else can even use it?
Gecktar Saturday May 21st, 2005 7:26:03 AM
OOC: It was Zeoll that was in charge of the CLW wand. This was mine one time then goes to Brahmah then to Zeoll.
Flat-top Monday May 23rd, 2005 7:05:20 PM
Flat-top wait and watches for danger.
Toros-OOC Monday May 23rd, 2005 7:38:20 PM
I think our dear DM Jim is unable to connect and post due to a lightning-fried computer, and we may need to wait a bit more...
Brahmah Monday May 23rd, 2005 10:27:24 PM
Brahmah seems to still be wrestling the rat.
Cayzle OOC Monday May 23rd, 2005 11:15:30 PM
Have heard on good authority that Jerry will be subbing for us soon.
Jay B Tuesday May 24th, 2005 7:36:53 AM
Whats up with the Webers? Jim and Justin? Both their games have come to a screeching halt.
Flat-top Tuesday May 24th, 2005 8:27:48 AM
Ooc I heard the they both got hungry and like the DM they are, Ate the Pc. (The storm really zapped it to a nice black dust.) "Hey! Kale what do you tinck?? Yes Cayzle, I heard the same thing, We get the Killer DM! I also heard the he is found of Horse meat, Beef and a weinic or two?? But I don't want to spread any rumers.
Toros Tuesday May 24th, 2005 9:21:49 AM
OOC: Flat-top, what you mean by PC: Personal Computer or Player Character. If it was the latter, I could understand "DM eats PC" better.
From another point of view; who cares about the Killer DM - We are the DM Killer! In one encounter, first Kup, then Jim.., well then, does it matter who comes next, ha ha ha ha ha ha!!
Well, just joking of course... Hope Weber brothers can connect to Web and return to Wold, as soon as it becomes possible.
DM Jerry Tuesday May 24th, 2005 2:12:36 PM
Greetings! I, by default, am your new DM! I love this game! I developed this setting if you didn't know. The original story of the origin of the Taurs was 85% me and 15% ACDM Anthony (no longer with us). I tell you this to let you know that I'm proud to be returning to this game.
And to peak your interest, I will give you one spoiler:
We are returning to the Taur Islands soon.
There, I said it.
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Now, I need character sheets please. The sooner the better. If I get all character sheets to me by Friday, I will grant the group a +5% bonus to xp the next time we earn xp.
Also note that I plan on giving out xp every scene as an experiment. People sometimes enjoy more instant gratification. This doesn't mean I'll need new sheets that often. I'll only need renewed sheets turned in every module and if you go up a level mid-module after a completed scene.
Cayzle has sent me a summary of what you've been doing. I'm reading the pages as I get time. It's the last week of school so I'm very busy. I hope to post today. So be prepared to jump right in with daily posting after my first post.
Flat-top Tuesday May 24th, 2005 3:13:14 PM
Hears the incoming message from the Creater turned DM. Flat-top runs into the court yard runs into Toros arms, crying out "Oh! No! back to Taur Island. BOO! HOO! <crying) We're going to die! we're going to die."
Toros Tuesday May 24th, 2005 4:27:09 PM
Toros responds to the call for catastrophe. "Flat-top! Boooo Hoooo... We all gonna die. we all gonna die..." Then he calms down a bit, as if recalling something. "Well, when we get back, lets go to barber and dye our hair!"
Brahmah Tuesday May 24th, 2005 9:22:04 PM
OOC: By default you are our DM? This almost sounds like Jim has left the Wold. Whats going on Jerry? I Justin AWOL too?
Will have sheet into you soon. Is there a particular format you like (Word, Notepad, etc)?
Currently, Brahmah is carrying a shapeshifting silver sword he found in Amada's hut. Just FYI. I thought the info is important.
A Prisoner and the Hamlet. (DM Jim) Tuesday May 24th, 2005 10:56:04 PM
All of the enemies are dead but the lone wererat that Brahmah now holds in his grasp. It does not fight anymore but hangs his head in defeat.
Amada comes over shifting back into her taur form as she does, shaking her mane. "I am glad that you helped me out...though I maybe a danger to the hamlet." She hangs her head some as she cannot see them wanting her to be even at her hut now.
Villagers pour out of houses or at least some do as they come to stand by the Chosen. Many of them step forward to shake hands and clap shoulders as they thank their saviors. Then the two remaining council members comes up and bow to the Chosen. Horatio speaks as he looks to not only the Chosen but Amada. "You all have fought to save us from a fate that would have been death to us or maybe enslavement for some of us." Turning to Amada he bows again and extends a hand though you see he has to fight back his own need to drop to his knees. "Please join the council...we have need of your abilities and wisdom in the months to come." He looks around at the villagers who seem to be maybe a little split on this decision but many can see the need.
As the Horatio talks to Amada trying to get her to stay on as a council member the rest of the Chosen make rounds among the fallen enemies. They find many things upon the bodies as they search them.
A decision seems to be made as Amada finally comes to stand before Kanchana. "You seek something...the title of GreenWitch...you have the taint about you of the Mother and a desire to serve her more." She takes in Kanchana and the way she acts as she has from the beginning and at last she speaks again. "You must come with me...only you...back to my hut." She moves towards the gate that leads out of the hamlet as the portal has closed.
Brahmah finally notices that the sword that he held earlier is now just a wood replica of a falchion. It is not even silver any longer though he can feel the perfect balance.
large sword rapier(2) light crossbow(2) leather(2) ring(5) foot long piece of wood(4) boots cape slippers potion(10) foot and a half long piece of wood(3) pieces of parchment(17) platinum(500) gold(4000) gems(20)
Kale also has potions(3), though noone knows but Brahmah.
Ok, to start off with I am sorry that I have not been around to post for the past four days now. I lost my computer in a thunderstorm and am now using our old dinosaur that took some time to get ready. If Jerry wants to make another post after this one or anything that is ok. I am not sure if I am officially back or not but I do not want to shirk my duties.
Toros Tuesday May 24th, 2005 11:38:58 PM
eeeeey, Jim well come back. IC or OoC I do not have, can not find, any other words to say...
Now, I will go back and read your post.
Gecktar d20+8=14 d20+8=20 d20+8=12 d20+8=10 d20+8=19 Wednesday May 25th, 2005 4:29:44 AM
Gecktar exhausted by the fight makes a sign to Kanchana. "Go with Amada, I will look after every one to heal them. You'll be back soon."
Saying that he checks every body to heal wounds order the villagers to gather the corpse of the fallen.
"Those infested with the disease are to be burned. For the fallen villager, well, do whatever you usually do." he says to Horatio.
(OOC Various heal checks for first aid 14, 20, 12, 10, 19 ) Gecktar will cast detect magic on the treasure if nobody else do it.
OOC : happy to have you back Jim. Sorry for your computer.
Kale Wednesday May 25th, 2005 7:06:50 AM
OOC - Kale has 5 potions, unless ive written it down wrong jim
after cleaning the silver dagger off on the dead were-rat, Kale goes over and gives it back to Toros. "Thats a good blade." he tells his companion, then goes over and looks at all the loot.
Toros (48/61) hp Wednesday May 25th, 2005 7:58:20 AM It became good in your hands, Kale Toros responds with a compliment. And actually, it is our amazing Cleric who owns it, as if knowing beforehand that we would encounter were-things. Toros points out Gecktar, returning the credentials and dagger to him. And Gecktar, I think I am not infected with the disease. If you are big enough, they cannot touch you... (OOC: A medium were-thing cannot infect a huge creature according to the lycantrophy rules)
Then Toros goes near the fallen Cerberus to see whether still something can be done for them. Perhaps the rightest thing is following their beloved Master...
Later he finds time and starts collecting all his stuff that he left on the ground, making fun with himself.
OOC: Jim, want to learn something: The were-rat with rapier was able to attack two times after moving more than 5 ft. How was it able to do that, could you please tell your secret? ;-)
Flat-top Wednesday May 25th, 2005 8:08:32 AM
OOC: Good to have you back DM Jim, Sorry about your frid PC.
Flat-top stops and think about dying his hide??'Hmmm! that would make me a beautiful Black Center stud??', Flat-top snaps out of his day dream he look at Toros "Ahh! come on let see what these bodyies have before we burn them."
Brahmah Wednesday May 25th, 2005 9:04:40 AM
Brahmah continues to hold 'ratboy'. "So my furry shapeshifting friend, why did your group attack the village? If you wish to remain alive, I suggest you tell us all that you know. I could always hand you over to these humans and have them extract the information out of you... but I think my way is easier." The taur smiles and grips a bit tighter on the rat.
He turns slightly to a village elder or other villager. "Are any of these folks..." He points to the dead lycanthropes. "...your kin?"
"Chosen, we burn no one body until it is clear what these folks wish to do."
Having his hands full, Brahmah shakes no ones hand.
"Kale, collect all the booty, would you?" He says, seeing Kale look at it.
Thinking to himself, but not stating it outloud, 'Yeah, now the humans request Amada for council. Having a werebear in their midst will be a good thing... as long as she's not their enemy. Sheesh.'
OOC: Chosen, Most common shapeshifters return to their original form when they die, so it is unlikely that they are still in lycanthrope forms... unless they are still alive. ;)
Zeoll and Croc d20+10=14 Wednesday May 25th, 2005 3:09:48 PM
Zeoll calls Croc over, since eating the dead is not all too seemly.
The liontaur says to Amada, "You have shown yourr honorr and worrth today. Do not fearr if you follow the prromptings of yourr hearrt."
Zeoll takes in the scene and wonders out loud, "We have helped this village, so arre we frree to continue to Plateau City? I still wish to know morre about why we werre attacked."
He listens carefully to whatever the prisoner says in order to judge its veracity. [sense motive check 14]
Solgrin d20+10=29 d20+11=28 d20+8=24 Wednesday May 25th, 2005 3:30:19 PM
Solgrin moves over near Kale while Kale is gathering up the loot and casts Detect Magic.
Solgrin will also examine all of the Parchment seperating divine and arcane into seperate groups if they are spell scrolls. Solgrin will only review the parchments enough to determine if it is divine or arcane.
"Give me a few moments and I will take a look at all of the potions." Solgrin tells the others.
Anwers and More Questions. (DM Jim) Wednesday May 25th, 2005 11:07:08 PM
The wererat makes no move to try and escape as he keeps his head down in defeat. "The master wanted this hamlet as a base of operations...we were to kill as many as needed and then take the rest for slaves." He looks around now and seems to shrink in upon himself as if he is wanting to hide.
Gecktar wanders through the fallen and heal those that are able to be healed or bandaged for later healing. The dead are soon moved off into the main tree to be attended when things are put right.
Kale moves over to hand over the silver blade that he holds to Toros, telling him of how nice the blade is of his. He finds out a little afterwards that the blade was actually Gecktars, but with the fight it would be easy to forget.
Toros points out to Kale that the blade is Gecktars but that it was a most definite help in the battle and in his hands...deadly. He moves over and finds that the cerberus is beyond all help...they have moved on to be with thier master. Maybe this is for the best after all.
For some strange reason Flat-top is pondering the idea of changing his hair color to black. Then he falls back into the duties at hand and gathers up the goodies with Kale.
Zeoll holds croc back from doing anything that maybe found revolting to the villagers. He does give Amada some advice that maybe needed but most likely not. He does listen to the wererat and finds no suggestion of falsehood in the words spoken.
Solgrin moves over to detect magic among the remains so that others are free to do other tasks he cannot. He finds most of the things magical that have been picked up and layed out in a pile before Kale.
Horatio moves among the dead werecreatures, that are now in thier true form. He shakes his head as he passes each...not knowing any of them. "They are not of the hamlet...except for the leader of the group." He looks to the man that now lays upon the ground and shakes his head. "He was a brave hunter but did not like the fact that he was not chosen for the council...he also wanted to exploite the land around us for personal gain...we had thought him dead." He looks to the vines that still remain in the village and shudders as he looks to them. "Who called upon these things and what are they exactly?" He looks around with a curious eye but is also a little worried. "As for the dead...they will be washed and cleaned...after prayers to both Gargul, Domi and the Wold Mother they will be burned outside the village in the grove." He looks back to the werecreatures and nods his head as he points them out to the villagers. "They will be given the same rights as our own." His tone and bearing brokes no margin for arguement.
Amada is waiting at the gate for Kanchana to make up her mind to leave with her or not. She has left the decision up to the liontaur and will wait for her. She also has a decision to make though she still wonders if she should join the council...she had turned them down once before.
large sword rapier(2) light crossbow(2) leather(2) ring(5) foot long piece of wood(4) boots cape slippers potion(10) foot and a half long piece of wood(3) arcane parchment(11) divine parchment(6) gems(2) platinum(500) gold(4000) gems(18)
[bold stuff is magical]
Kale also has potions(5), though noone knows but Brahmah if he remembers (Int DC 12 to remember).
Kanchana Thursday May 26th, 2005 12:08:52 AM
Kanchana will of course follow Amada through the portal. She has every confidence that Gecktar will take care of the Chosens' injuries.
((sorry for missing a post yesterday.))
Kanchana - addendum Thursday May 26th, 2005 12:13:07 AM
Kanchana does hope that someone will take care to include her in the more mundane affair of dividing the material goods since she most likely will not even be in the village while this is being taken care of ?!
Incedentally Kanchana is most eager to join Amada and hear if she at least can help her with her private "quest" to become a green mage!
Brahmah d20=3 Thursday May 26th, 2005 2:46:33 AM
Brahmah calls for rope, then says to the rat. "Transform back to your normal race please." (Assuming it hasn't.)
Then as soon as the wererat is tied up, Brahmah asks, "Who is this master of yours?"
Brahmah doesn't really care that Kale nicked the potions. (Int 3)
Flat-top Thursday May 26th, 2005 7:38:30 AM
Flat-top trots around the compound, looking for damages to fix, odd thing that don't belong to this Tribe. He stops at these bushes "Hey! Captain! Does the Counsel want these thorny bushes cut down?? I'll ask Kanchana and Amanda when they get back, as to what kind of plants the things are?"
OOC to Eunice: I would not Dis. the DM if I was you. It's his story line.
Kale Thursday May 26th, 2005 11:26:26 AM
nodding to Brahmah, Kale picks up all the items and gold and puts them away for save keeping. then he goes over to Gecktar and gives him back his dagger.
OOC, im going to go get all this stuff identified in the catacombs. if anyone has any objections let me know by this time tommrow
Brahmah Thursday May 26th, 2005 11:26:57 AM
"I'm a little busy here Flat-top. You better ask them yourself." He says, giving the rat another tight grip.
Zeoll d20+5=14 Thursday May 26th, 2005 11:33:53 AM
Zeoll takes a look over the magic gear before Kale takes it to the Catacombs. Especially the magical pieces of wood.
Do they remind him of any ancient tale, perhaps a story of druids or some plant lore? [Bardic Knowledge check 14]
"Good luck in your quest," Zeoll calls out to Kanchana.
Then he turns to the job of helping with the dead.
[OOC: No worries, Eunice!]
(OOC: Eunice to Ceil) Thursday May 26th, 2005 12:28:23 PM
((Oh dear. I wasn't dissing the DM Ceil. I was trying to convey how very happy I am that the Green Mage thing is on a roll; so James did not think that I suddenly didn't care.))
Toros Thursday May 26th, 2005 1:45:00 PM
Toros just takes time and relax a bit after all this tough time, wondering around without purpose. It does not help much...
OOC: Gecktar, thank you for the silver dagger.
Gecktar Thursday May 26th, 2005 3:48:50 PM
Gecktar thanks Kale when he returns the dagger : "Thank you friend, I think you better use it than I would" then to Torors "I had some foresight in taking this silver dagger. I think we must all thanks Domi..." he says.
He add for Kale "Maybe should I be able to read the scroll and to identify them so let me look at them " he mutters a prayer for Domi and his eyes glow blue for an instant. He begins to decipher the scrolls.
(OOC: cast read magic)
Solgrin Thursday May 26th, 2005 6:55:39 PM
Solgrin will continue to concentrate on the items with the detect magic and sorting the scrolls.
***** Jim, I stated in my last post that I would sort the scrolls (divine and arcane). *****
So I did sort them for you. You will notice that the treasure list now has 11 arcane scrolls and 6 divine scrolls instead of 17 scrolls total. I will of course allow Gecktar to tell what is upon the 6 divine, but an arcane caster will need to look at the other 11. Hope this helps out. :)
A Little Me Time. (DM Jim) Thursday May 26th, 2005 10:51:17 PM The Hamlet
As Brahmah has ordered the wererat turns back into his human form. Brahmah is left holding a naked man in his hands, that is soon bound up. The man is heavily scarred from what appears to be the whip and beatings. He looks up at Brahmah and his nose seems to twitch. "You killed my master." His eyes travel to take in the form of the larger man that was once the Wolf Lord.
Flat-top finds that he can be of use in moving the dead bodies and helping out the wounded. There is little damage to the surrounding buildings and the fireball that went off at the beginning of the battle has left no mark upon the hamlet, well except for some blackened earth.
Kale packs away the items that cannot be identified by the combined might of Solgrin and Gecktar. This is mostly the potions and scrolls as they can do much with them if given the time to do so.
Zeoll cannot tell anything through his bardic knowledge...specifically, but if he hazards a guess he would say the smaller pieces of wood are wands and the longer maybe rods. The fact that they turned out magical lends an awful lot to this though. He does not say anything as of yet and goes back to helping with the dead. Your druid side feels a light humm within your very blood, the coursing of power that had no been there earlier. Something has changed..that you can tell.
Toros wanders around the hamlet a little though he does not go too far as he keeps an eye on things and out for things.
Gecktar is quick to help out with the scrolls and Solgrin hands him six that obviously contain divine spells upon them. He soon has the spells figured out so that he can tell the rest of the group.
Solgrin concentrates upon the items for a bit longer but gets no sense of evil from any of them, now that he knows what to look for. Well at least he thinks he maybe able to notice it. He will most likely be seated with the rest of the scrolls before long, fingers itching to find their secrets.
The Hut
The walk to the hut seems to take no time at all. Amada draws near her home and frowns as she looks upon the wreck that it has become. She looks to Kanchana who has been following after, not asking much though Amada knows her to be curious and anxious. "Will you help me clean a little first and then onto business?" She does not press but looks at Kanchana to see if she will help, otherwise she will move onto other things.
Kanchana has been feeling a growing pressure in her head, right behind her eyes. It is a surge of power that had not been there before. She can also feel a humm in her blood as well as primal power seems to pulse through her. With the fight over and her senses on other things she can tell that something in nature has changed...something powerful.
large sword rapier(2) light crossbow(2) leather(2) ring(5) foot long piece of wood(4) boots cape slippers potion(10) foot and a half long piece of wood(3) arcane parchment(11) divine parchment(6) gems(2) platinum(500) gold(4000) gems(18)
[bold stuff is magical]
Kale also has potions(5).
Chosen, could you please email me with your total experience at this time? Lets say that if I get all of these by Monday then I will reward everyone with a 100XP bonus for this. By the way, yes this is important.
Gecktar Friday May 27th, 2005 2:49:02 AM
Gecktar looks at the scrolls that Solgrim hands him, trying to identify them. "I've no knowledge of the arcane art so I will be of no help for the arcane scroll but these I can identify them I think" he says showing the six scrolls.
Gecktar will them organize a ceremony in honor for the fallen. Maybe some of the council will join to represent Mother Wold or Kanchana when she will be back.
Flat-top Friday May 27th, 2005 8:25:12 AM
Flat-top will chop away at the big bush, "Maybe we can use this as a Funeral Pyre for the bodies?" CHOP! CHOP!
OOC: Flat-top is on it's way to you.
Kale Friday May 27th, 2005 9:31:44 AM
Kale leaves the potions and the scroll with Solgrim and Gecktar and packs the rest away to be identified. then he'll go around the hamlett and check for tracks to see if any more were-beasts might be lurking around
Brahmah Friday May 27th, 2005 10:40:31 AM
Brahmah looks down at the human rat. "Did I?" He smirks. "Well, there goes tomorrows adventure."
He gives the were-rat human a slight tap on the forehead and turns to the villagers. "He's all yours."
Brahmah glances briefly at the loot as its being sorted. Nothing seems to stand out to him as special or unique.
Solgrin d20+11=31 d20+11=24 d20+11=28 d20+11=27 d20+11=31 d20+11=25 d20+11=24 d20+11=12 d20+11=29 d20+11=23 Friday May 27th, 2005 11:46:01 AM
"I can do some of the identifying for the group. I just need to rest and prepare the correct spells." Solgrin tells Brahmah and the others.
Solgrin then begins the process of identifying the potions.(successful on potions #1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9)
Zeoll d20+12=30 Friday May 27th, 2005 2:01:12 PM
Zeoll pauses, and tells his friends what he has discovered.
"Those arre prrobably wands, and those arre prrobably rrods."
He watches Kale bundle up all the magic for a trip to the Catacombs. When Solgrin volunteers to do some Identifies, Zeoll says, "If you want to catch him, rrun to the Catacombs. That's wherre he took everything."
[OOC: Sam is now posting in the Catacombs to do Identifies. Note that the spell, under the 3.5 rules, has no special power cast by a higher level mage.]
Zeoll also tells the group that he senses a growing change in Nature, and in the power that touches his soul as a druid.
The liontaur decides to do some experimentation.
First, he uses his masterwork drum to set a beat, and he sings an invocation to Nature. [Perform 30] He invites Mother Wold to act in and through him howsoever she wishes.
Through this haunting song, he tries to tap the power he feels coursing in his blood. The druid/bard casts a druidic Charm Animal on a songbird nearby.
After he sees what happens, as a druid, he also spontaneously casts Summon Nature's Ally I to call a wolf to his side.
[OOC: XP info sent to DM Jim (to the jade dragon account). Hope everybody else does the same!]
Kanchana Friday May 27th, 2005 5:57:09 PM
"Naturally I will help you clean your home up, dear. That is a simple, small task to ask for help with. I don't mind," Kanchana answers genially.
As she helps Amada clean up the hut Kanchana reflects on the power she feels coursing through herself and what it might mean. Kanchana tries to "sense" (or make sense of??) what has changed in Nature. Did a balance shift? Will it bode weal or woe for the Great Mother's Wardens?
Toros Friday May 27th, 2005 6:52:26 PM
Toros now focuses his attention on the vine woods, which were almost catching him, as well. He feels lucky not to share the same fate with one of these werewolves that were squeezed by the woods. Hearing Horatio's comments he also starts to wonder what made these woods spring from ground, as originally he has thought that it was the work of one of the druids or witches from the circle... Is the new nature playing another game here?
A New Greenmage
A Little Bit of Peace. (DM Jim) Saturday May 28th, 2005 6:54:06 PM The Hamlet
Gecktar sits down with the scrolls that are handed to him and starts to pour over them. After several hours of work he is satisfied with his findings. [baleful polymorph CL9, true seeing CL9, ironwood CL11, greater restoration CL13, wall of fire CL9, summon monster IX CL17] Gecktar finds it easy to organize a ceremony as the council has already started to put things together.
Flat-top moves too close to the woody vines that grow, intending to chop them down. They grasp at him with greed as they try to drag him in. He had gotten no more than five feet of them before them grabbed at him (Reflex DC 16 or be grasp in their clutches).
Kale leaves the potions and scrolls in the hands of those that can do the most good. He wanders through the hamlet and finds no other tracks of anykind. The only tracks that he finds are those that lead into the hamlet from those they have killed.
Brahmah turns the little wererat over to the hamleteers and then moves over to have a look at the loot, but sees nothing of over note. He does watch Solgrin and Gecktar as they work and smiles at the skills. He is glad to have them around.
Solgrin lets the whole group know that he can do some of the identifying and save the group a little money if they let him gain the spells tomorrow. With Kanchana gone for an unknown amount of time it maybe a wise idea. Solgrin does turn his attention to the potions and comes up with some nice discoveries. [neutralize poison, gaseaous form, magic vestment+3, fly, cure serious wounds, magic vestment+3] Solgrin is pretty sure that potion eight tasted and smell like potion one, the neutralize poison.
Zeoll lets Solgrin know that if he wants to identify anything for the group then he needs to catch Kale. He then turns to investigate this power thing with nature. A group of songbirds have been playing near where he is at when he casts a charm animal spell upon one of them. He feels a flare as natural power flows into him and soon not one but five little songbirds are seated on his arms looking at him expectantly. With a look of total surprise he calls upon the powers of nature again and finds that not one but five wolves have answered his call, they also sit looking at him for some type of orders.
Toros is taken back by the woody vines as he had thought it one of the druids doing, but now he is not sure. Even Horatio has asked about them as he is not responsible and it seems that noone else is as well. But who then...nature herself?
Horatio and the other council member have moved off to the council tree. You can hear a chant of prayers from inside the tree, the name of Wold Mother and Domi called out several times as well as Gargul. If anyone glances in they will find the bodies of the dead layed out on tables, naked, being washed and prepared.
The Hut
Kanchana agrees to help in cleaning up the little hut. She finds the work enjoyable and it also give her time to ponder what she is feeling from nature. She has an idea from Amada's reactions that she is feeling the same thing. Before Kanchana realizes it most of the work is done and Amada looks rather happy. Kanchana can tell that something has changed in nature, power is swelling through it. She feels drunk with the power that is flowing in her and giddy with the humm. It feels as if maybe the scales have tipped in natures favor in her fight.
Amada turns to Kanchana and smiles as she moves over to a section of her wall. She passes her hand over the wood and it seems to pull apart and expose a niche in the wall. "Please take the potion that is inside." If Kanchana does as she is told she will notice that there are four other potions in there as well, all the same it would appear. Amada walks out the back, where the door use to be, and stops in her garden a look of total disgust upon her face as she sees some of the wreckage. She shakes her head and moves off to the side where a large section of earth has been neatly tended. "Are you ready to experience something that you have never done before? To be closer to Mother Wold than you ever thought possible? To feel the power and anguish of our Mother as she struggles in this time?" Her eyes bore into Kanchana as she asks these questions. She points to a small cupboard that is attached to the side of the hut and smiles. "Please leave all you gear inside of there...it will be safe from all as it will only open to your hand...all you need do is lay your hand upon the doors and then will open." She watches with great interest as she waits for Kanchana to make her next move towards a new beginning. Her eyes catch the scimitar hanging from Kanchana's pack and her eyes widen in shock and then narrow to look at the sword more closely, though Kanchana may not notice it (Spot DC 14).
Brahmah Saturday May 28th, 2005 9:22:43 PM
Brahmah finds a quiet place to sit and clean his weapons, and he takes a long look at the 'wooden' sword. Finally, with no idea of what the sword might do next, he goes to the source of where he found it to begin with - Amada's.
He will knock on the hut until she answers.
Flat-top d20+6=22 Sunday May 29th, 2005 6:46:33 AM
Flat-top Jumps out of the way (with all four hooves off the ground and that's no small feat!) He backs away, calling "Kachana! Zeoll! Anybody with knowlage of plants! Come over here and take a look at this tornny bush! It has a life of it's own??" Flat-top will wait for some one to come along to take a look at this plante, after all it is dangerious to children.
OOC: I made my Reflex Save 22 - Also before some one thinks I made a mistake, Flat-top did not see Kachana go off with Amada.
Kanchana d20+5=17 Sunday May 29th, 2005 8:55:41 PM
Kanchana takes the exact potion that Amada tells her to take. Kanchana isn't quite certain what Amada has planned but will trust her since she did side with the Chosen against the were; and besides Amada does look genuinely happy so Kanchana must be doing something right.
Kanchana follows Amada outside and looks upon the wreckage of Amada's garden with noticable sorrow. Kanchana continues to look over the ruined garden as Amada speaks to her. At the question about the Great Mother's struggles Kanchana looks over at Amada and simply nods; offering no words in answer.
Kanchana just manages to catch Amada's shocked reaction to the black long sword strapped across her pack. "Do you know something about this odd sword? If so I would dearly like to know what you know about that sword." Kanchana asks the centaur as she stores away her pack in the niche in the wall. "I honestly do not know much about it, except that it ended up with me through no choice of my own..."
Kanchana closes the niche and stands there looking at Amada. The only things Kanchana has with her are the shirt on her back and the potion. "I am ready."
Solgrin Monday May 30th, 2005 2:17:16 AM
When Solgrin finishes with the potions he turns and looks at Brahmah and says "I am going to get some rest and prepare my spells. If I don't now I will be of no use to the rest of the Chosen."
Solgrin then moves off with the arcane scrolls and settles down in a quiet location to rest. When Solgrin is rested he will prepare his spells for the day. (list of spells to come later)
Brahmah Monday May 30th, 2005 3:21:49 AM
Brahmah nods to Solgrin to let him know he heard.
OOC: Jim, I'm going to assume, now that the combat is over, you'll allow us to activate our purchases we made prior to combat?
Zeoll Monday May 30th, 2005 9:59:15 AM
Well, lacking any way to speak with the creatures he has summoned and charmed, Zeoll figures there is just one thing to do.
"Follow me!" he calls out to his wolves and songbirds!
The liontaur sets off running, avoiding the entangling vines, as fast as he can. He runs around the entire village, maybe several times. He waits to see if the wolves follow, and if they disappear after three rounds, as they are supposed to.
Kale Monday May 30th, 2005 11:03:30 AM
not finding anything of note, Kale returns the the hut where he and Brahmah and Leets were attacked and looks to see how badly damaged the hut is.
Flat-top Monday May 30th, 2005 2:01:13 PM
Flat-top returns to the head leader Horencio and the other Counsil members, "I wonder is I can have one of you to tell me as to what kind of bush is in back of the Counsel's tree?" Flat-top point to the back of the bid tree.
Gecktar Monday May 30th, 2005 3:01:00 PM
Gecktar lead the ceremony and asks Gargul to welcome these new souls. He also asks Domi to join Mother Wold and bless the village.
Toros Monday May 30th, 2005 7:16:44 PM
Leaving the vine woods as they are Toros goes near the Cauldron and tries a bit himself the smell and taste of this strange liquid inside the metalic container. He will be happy to accompany this drink with some nice food to eat. In fact he realizes that he has got hungry already!
A New Power. (DM Jim) Tuesday May 31st, 2005 12:20:49 AM The Hamlet
Flat-top is able to avoid the plants once again and calls out for Kanchana to tell him about them, not knowing that she is not here anymore. He then goes into the council tree to inquire if Horatio knows anything about them.
Solgrin wanders off to study his spellbook but lets Brahmah know before he does. He finds that he is left alone even by the villagers that are curious, especially the kids.
Zeoll runs a circuit around the hamlett, checking things out. His songbirds and wolves follow him dutifully as if waiting for him to give them orders. Still when time is up on his spells he finds that the wolves do not disappear as they should, in fact they hang around for almost three times as long as they should. Finally they do disappear and the songbirds return to gathering seeds to eat.
Gecktar joins in the prays that are given to Domi and to Mother Wold though he feels a little uneasy with the last. She is not really a deity persay, but the Wold herself and that leaves him kind of feeling weird. Still he figures that not all follow the gods exactly, druids would seem to think of a motherly figure in the Wold itself.
Toros finds that the sappy type substance in the cauldron has warmed a little in the sun. He has not drank a whole lot of it when he feels a kick (Fortitude 20 or be drunk). Things seem to fall out of focus for a few minutes but the villagers seem to not care, maybe this is what is done with what is left.
The Hut
Amada looks to Kanchana and smiles. "Yes this sword...if what I think it is will be very important...the fact..." She breaks off as she hears a pounding on her front door and her brows furrow. "I do believe that is a couple of your friends...the one called Brahmah and Kale if I am not mistaken." Her mouth twists as she makes no move to go back inside to the door and greet them. "We will talk of the sword in a day...you have other things to see to at this time." She smiles what would be considered a motherly smiles as she leads Kanchana out to the manicured spot in her garden. "You will need to stand here and drink that potion...a tree for the whole day you will become and much knowledge will you gain during your transformation." She waits for Kanchana to fully turn into a tree before she makes her way back inside the house and to the door.
Kale looks inside the hut and finds that it has been cleaned as best as it could be. The floor is partly missing and things are still black from the explosion but some order has been restored. All of this he is able to gain from one of the windows.
Brahmah finds the door is not locked but does not open it but pounds on it instead. He finds himself still standing at the door some twenty minutes later when it finally opens. He sees much of the same stuff that Kale has witnessed inside.
Amada stands in the doorway a frown upon her face as she stares at the two males. "Yes." You hear no aggitation in her voice but maybe a little minor annoyance as if she had been doing something important. She holds the sword that Kanchana had picked up way back or at least it seems that way now. "Can I do something for the two of you?" Kanchana is nowhere to be seen unless she is outback of the hut in the garden or the like.
Brahmah Tuesday May 31st, 2005 6:21:43 AM
The ranger holds out the wooden falchion and looks at the druid. "Sorry to bother you.... I know you both have important things to attend to..." He looks over her shoulder at Kanchana. "... but, it should only take a moment. When I was covering the retreat of your hut, just before I entered the portal, I saw this silver longsword... well, now its a falchion. But it was on the floor near the portal. I picked it up thinking, since I had no silver to fight the beasts..." He pauses, realizing he might be being rude. "...the lycans, I would pick it up and use it until I could return it to you or its owner. Then it shape shifted into a silver falcion as I was fighting and when I set it down after the fight, it immediately became wooden and has since stayed that way. I was wondering, is it yours? And if not, why would something with these properties be on your... property?" He makes a confused face.
Brahmah d20+5=9 d20+12=17 Tuesday May 31st, 2005 6:24:28 AM
OOC: Forgot sense motive and spot against the centaur female.... 9 and 17 respectively.
Kale Tuesday May 31st, 2005 9:23:02 AM
"Nothing really." Kale says to Amanda. "I was just seeing if your hut was still standing." then, not really wanting to get into a conversation with her, Kale leaves and just wanders around a bit.
Kanchana Tuesday May 31st, 2005 10:33:18 AM
Kanchana didn't even realize that she had handed Amada the sword!
Still the druidess will be happy to finally, hopefully get some answers about the sword she didn't really want and cannot effectively use herself.
Kanchana goes to the patch of manicured lawn, makes herself comfortable and was just about to begin meditating before drinking the potion when Brahmah and Kale show up.
The druidess is practically drunk on the elation that she might at last achieve her only personal dream, the fact that Nature seems rejuvinated and empowered only makes it all more "heady". She barely notes her two companions presence.
She quaffs the bittersweet, earthy tasting potion.
Kanchana would probably have offered a brief nod and smile to Brahmah and Kale thus recognizing their presence here at the hut, if she hadn't already been busy mediating and assuming the shape of a massive, yet graceful willow tree.
The druidess lets herself be completely one with the flow of Nature's energies and the tree's natural and intimate connection to the essence and strength of the Wold herself. Kanchana feels herself drifting, afloat on the warm embrace of Mother Wold's love and oneness; yet also lost in all the of the multi-hued rivulets of the plants' life-forces as they flow to and from the larger streams of life-energies.
Kanchana sees both the under-currents of life energy and much of what transpires around her in the physical wold at the same time.
And the voices! All of the different voices that are singing and whispering; speaking of secrets and truths most will never be able to hear and understand...
This feels like home.
Flat-top Tuesday May 31st, 2005 2:11:26 PM
Flat-top want to know about those bushes, but every one is at the funeral pyre, So Flat-top will go with them.
Gecktar Tuesday May 31st, 2005 3:44:09 PM
Now that the prayers have been said, this is time to clean the area and continue the different tasks of the life. Thinking about that he feels his stomac empty and groaning like a monster. He comes near Flat-Top and says "Hey friend, aren't you hungry ? My stomac is empty and it wants to be filled. I will fall down in the next few minutes if I don't get something to eat. Have you an idea where we could have a meal ?"
Solgrin Tuesday May 31st, 2005 5:17:55 PM
Once Solgrin has finished his resting and studying of his spellbooks, Solgrin will cast Read Magic then review the scrolls that were found.
Toros d20=9 Tuesday May 31st, 2005 6:51:34 PM Waow, this is strong, but it is better if it does not wait under the sun. Unfortunately, Toros does not get drunk from what he has drunk. (Fort, 9+12, 21) Now feeling more hungry, Toros joins Gecktar for his quest for food.
Zeoll Tuesday May 31st, 2005 6:52:53 PM
After running in circles, Zeoll sees that his Crocodile has gotten tired out chasing him as well.
"My frriend," Zeoll says to his animal companion, "I have tirred you out. You have fought well at my side. I think you deserrve a rrest."
As soon as Zeoll finds a place where he thinks Croc will be happy, he will release his friend from service and give him his liberty.
Do You Like Peace? (DM Jim) Tuesday May 31st, 2005 10:36:21 PM The Hamlet
Flat-top wanders into the council tree where the bodies are being prepared. He watches what is going on with some interest for a time then gives up on it.
Gecktar comes to Flat-top and complains about his stomache being empty and needing some food. He inquires of Flat-top is hungry and where he thinks they could find some food.
Solgrin pours himself into the scrolls and the last few potions with gusto. He is soon happy to have all the scrolls sorted out and the potions as well. *thank Cayzle for going ahead and taking care of this for the loot division*
Toros is able to shake of the effects of the sappy brew but finds it good, though a little warm. He is also starting to feel hungry, especially after having that nice drink. He goes off in search of food or the others to see if they have found food.
Zeoll is ashamed to say that he forgot about his croc that had been chasing after him all this time. He finds a nice pond that the croc can relax in but he gets the feeling that something is not totally alright with him. He senses dark feelings from his companion as if he is being bombarded by his natural urges.
The Hut
Amada glances to the wooden sword in Brahmah's hand and blushes noticable. "That was made for me by my father to play with...though I am not sure why it becomes real once in awhile." She looks to the remains of her floor and shakes her head. "It is a wonder that it survived that explosion." She ushers Brahmah and Kale if she catches him before he wanders off into the hut. She lays the sword that Kanchana had upon one of the tables and goes to a cupboard and lays her hand upon it. "Are you hungry or the like...your druidess will be some time before she joins you again." She pulls out several scrolls and moves to the table to stand unrolling a parchment.
Brahmah is there to inquire about the wooden sword and maybe a little surprised at the attitude that Amada puts on. Still he is able to get his question answered and an invite for food.
Kale excuses himself as he had not really wanted to know anything just see how the hut had held up. He had not been paying too much attention to it as he had fought and then ran through the portal.
Neither Brahmah or Kale can see Kanchana, now or earlier when they came. In fact the only sign that she even made it here is the sword that now lays upon the table.
Kanchana takes the form of the tree really well. She revels in the power that comes flooding into her and at the same time despair and fear. In her minds eye she sees a city being slowly tipped by what would appear to be rosevines, another city is slowly being flooded though she sees people trying to stop it and what must be a past even she sees the birth of a satyr to a halfling woman that grows way too rapidly. There is a fight between this being and another group of halflings that involves many denizens of nature. A feeling of nature going wild fills you up as you watch all these things and though it does make you a little sick it also feels you with exstacy as well. Then there is the flood of knowledge that seems to flow into your head about plants, many things that you did not know and some that you did.
And such is the passing of the first day in the groups vacation from all fighting. It is late the next day when Kanchana finally feels the spell lifting from her and she returns to herself. She will feel a loss but also a great gain as well.
All purchases from before the battle are now open for all to have.
Brahmah Wednesday June 1st, 2005 9:36:53 AM
"Oh, food?" He scratches his neck and looks away from the centaur. "Thank you, but no. I think you have enough with Kanchana... whatever it is. I hope she is okay though." He turns and wanders away with a nod, leaving the sword with its rightful owner.
He finds a place devoid of humans to think and practice sword moves.
Kale Wednesday June 1st, 2005 10:47:49 AM
after leaving the hutt, Kale goes back to the funeral pyre and looks to see whats going on.
Flat-top Wednesday June 1st, 2005 5:36:50 PM
Flat-top Tell Gecktar, "Come with me, we'll ask Kale to come hunting with us to hunt."
The both taurs spots Kale coming to thr funeral, asking him to come along to find some food.
Toros Wednesday June 1st, 2005 7:12:58 PM
"I am hungry as well, may I join to your quest for food, as well?" asks Toros to his mighty food hunters. The old man had offered some food to us, when we first arrived, but now as he has passed away with many others noone seem to consider this, as they are busy with the funeral and rituals.
Zeoll's Busy Day d20+13=30 d20+20=40 6d4(2+4+3+4+1+4)=18 d20+11=29 Wednesday June 1st, 2005 9:03:15 PM
Since it is a new day, Zeoll rises with excitement in his heart. He feels the flow of nature, and he is eager to reach out to it in this natural place.
In the morning he pays a visit to Amada and asks how Kanchana is doing. He tries to be friendly to the centaur, and convince her that all wemics are not bad, and that most honor Domi. [Diplomacy check 40! natural 20!]
If it is not forbidden, Zeoll will go stand next to the Kanchana-tree and assume a tree-form himself for a few hours to keep her company. [casts Tree Shape]
Then he goes to visit the twisty vines he saw yesterday. He plays a soothing song to try to calm them -- he uses the slow beat of his drum to quiet them. [Bardic Fascinate ability = will DC = Perform Check = 30]
Then he will touch a vine and shape it into a wreath to wear on his head. [Cast Wood Shape, making an effort to tap into the force of nature he felt yesterday]
He has an idea on a way to enchant this wreath in the near future. [OOC: making mental notes for a visit to the BGC]
Then he will cast three extended Goodberries, in order to replenish his store. [6d4 = 18 berries that last 6 days]
Finally, he will seek out the leaders of the village and offer his condolences. He asks them if they know anything about the strange ways that nature has been behaving lately. [Gather Info check 29]
[OOC: Jim, one final change to Zeol's PC Sheet. He'll take Craft Wonderous Item, not Leadership. I'll send you a revised PC sheet.]
Strange Events. (DM Jim) Thursday June 2nd, 2005 1:22:02 AM The Hut
Brahmah bows out gracefully from the offer for lunch from Amada. He figures that she has her hands full with all the stuff that she is helping Kanchana with, whatever that maybe.
Zeoll arrives at the little hut of Amada's early the next morning to find Amada sitting at a table, well actually standing. Her head is laying upon it with scrolls spread out around her and a sword laying near the middle of the table, she is sound asleep. A gentle waking gets a bewildered stare from the centaur. "I am sorry...must have dozed off while doing some research." She hurries up and fixes a quick breakfast of light biscuits, jam, fresh fruit and an assortment of berries and nuts...along with an herbal tea. "Would you like some?" She makes the offer with a smile and it seems that maybe Zeoll has won her over.
After some breakfast and a little time spent chatting, Kanchana the willow finds herself joined by another tree...Zeoll the oak. There is a sudden connection shared between the two that goes beyond what most will experience in a life pairing. It is as if they are now one and the same, yet separate from one another and then whole with nature at the same time. Both find the ebb and flow on natures power as it flows through them to be intoxicating and the tree form is very tempting to keep (will DC 12 or want to change into a tree again when the spell stops). Zeoll finds that his tree shape spells ends exactly when Kanchana's does and it is late in the evening, in fact it is nearing suppertime...now how did that happen. It is so that Zeoll never makes it to the other things that he had planned for that day and he finds that he does not much care.
Amada appears shortly after the tree shape spells end and smiles at both of you with a knowing smile. "Exhililerating isn't it." She smiles some more and offers them supper as they both must be hungry by now. Though the allure of nature may pull them both back in and if it does they find that another tree shape spell is at hand...though neither may have memorized another one.
The Hamlet
Kale finds that the area that is set up for the funeral pyres is now set up with several large palets of wood. He figures that a body will be lais out upon each and then the pyre itself set on fire. Several people from the hamlet seem to be spreading some kind of herb upon the wood as well.
Flat-top catches Kale as he nears the area for the funeral pyre, whick is maybe one hundred yards from the hamlet..which would make sense with the smell. He sees if Kale would like to go hunting with them.
Toros offers to go with Flat-top hunting since he is hungry and it is well into the next day. He was happy yesterday when at last some food was brought out by some of the hamleteers and a big picnic was set up for everyone.
Though it should have been obvious that all the Chosen had to do was ask about food and they would have been provided with it...they do not ask. Still a hunt will keep some of them in shape and that is a good thing...then again whatever they cannot use maybe the hamlet can.
Horatio makes his way over to the Chosen that have come out by the pyres and smiles to them. "You have done our hamlet a great service this day...for that we are all thankful." He stares back at the pyres and shakes his head, then turns back with pleading eyes. "We are wondering when the burning begins if your group would lead the prayers to Domi and Mother Wold...that of course will not be for another day right before sunset." He seems to think this very important to the hamlet and also it appears that it would be an honor as well.
Cayzle - I will look for the update CS. There were a few things that impeded the rest of what you wanted to do in your post, hope you do not mind. You will also note that there is still time. :)
Ceil - This should have been a Wednesday post but got hung up with some personal business involving my grandmother...sorry to all of you for that.
Gecktar Thursday June 2nd, 2005 3:21:27 AM
Gecktar happily comes with Flat-top to hunt and so have fresh meat to heat. But Flat-top and Kale rapidly realize that Gecktar is not a so good hunter, making much noise when approching the prey and unable to hide, not talking about is bow shots ...
If he ever should hunt alone they realize that he will certainly die of starvation....
Gecktar post for tuesday Thursday June 2nd, 2005 3:28:01 AM
As soon as they had time to rest and pray Gecktar wll memorize cure spells to cure all chosen of eventual diseases. I should have began by Zeoll but he is unable to catch him so he will begin by his two hunting companions Kale and Flat-Top. Other will have to wait one or more day.
Zeoll d20+9=15 Thursday June 2nd, 2005 6:01:28 AM
In tree shape, Oak-Zeoll offers Willow-Kanchana his deep glad wishes. May your roots drink deep of the love of the Wold! May your branches reach to the sky as Domi reaches out to those who need him.
Zeoll feels the temptation to stay a tree, but knows that he has other things to do (Will save 15). But, huh! The day has advanced farther than he has expected!
But with luck, the liontaur will have time to visit the twisty vines. [copy and paste from yesterday] So he goes to visit the twisty vines he saw yesterday. He plays a soothing song to try to calm them -- he uses the slow beat of his drum to quiet them. [Bardic Fascinate ability = will DC = Perform Check = 30]
Then he will touch a vine and shape it into a wreath to wear on his head. [Cast Wood Shape, making an effort to tap into the force of nature he felt yesterday.] He has an idea on a way to enchant this wreath in the near future. [OOC: making mental notes for a visit to the BGC]
[If he has time in the day, Zeoll will cast his three extended goodberries as well.]
Kale Thursday June 2nd, 2005 6:52:19 AM
Kale goes hunting with the others, but his heart isnt really into it. he seems distracted by his thoughts and isnt really paying attention to what is going on.
Solgrin Thursday June 2nd, 2005 7:08:04 AM
Solgrin when finished looking over the spells he will then roll them back up and place themin a pile then Solgrin will look at Rozca and say "well Rozca, should I keep hold of the scrolls or not?" With that Solgrin then starts muttering to himself 'what is it that the Chosen want of me? Domi how am I to help them?' Solgrin looks for the younger council member and asks her "is there some place where I can make a few practice swings with my chain here and not risk anything or anyone's safety?" Solgrin will then head over to where she tells him and practice with his spiked chain for around 1-2 hours giving himself a good workout.
When Solgrin if finsihed he will go find somebody from the village and see if there is a pond or stream near that he can go cleanup at.
OOC: sorry for missing my post yesterday.
Brahmah Thursday June 2nd, 2005 9:54:16 AM
Brahmah tries to find his wayward Pah'caw and then treat her to some feeding and scratching under the winds.
He is happy to see her.
The rest of the day is spent hunting for the hamlet, as a thank you. He hunts mainly boar and game birds.
He doesn't do much in the way of Chosen' duties, but he thinks about combat teamwork and what ways the group can use their collective skills.
Flat-top Thursday June 2nd, 2005 11:54:36 AM
As Flat-top gathers Wild wheat, witd rice, wild oats, for desert apples, pears and a fuzzie friut that had fuzz all over it. Flat-top takes a test bite, the fruit os very good. "Hmmm! I think I'll call this fruit Golden Peach." Here Kale have a new fruit, don't be bullheaded, it is very good!" Flat-top turn to Gecktar, "My Friends Minotaurs, You cannot to hunting in the woods stumping the ground with your heavy hooves. Your scaring the game away. In fact Getcktar, remember the rabbit you were aiming at? well if you go behind that tree over there (Flat-top points to a tree, and yes the turkey was up in that tree) You'll see the turkey with your arrow in it! Now let's go back and cook all this stuff!"
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday June 2nd, 2005 12:07:36 PM
Paw'caw wakes at the first sign of dawn, she sees that there was a big battle that went on during the night. At first chance she takes to the sky, flies as hight as she can, then dives for her master breackfact (hoping for a bit or two). After catching her fish, she flies up high into the blu sky, this time she is looking for her master.
There he is, on the path coming out of the woods. She lands on his shoulder with a fish in her mouth, see look deeply into his eyes, Almost asking him 'Have you been fighting again with out me? Are you wounded? here eat you'll feel better!'
Rozca(ceil) Thursday June 2nd, 2005 12:23:55 PM
Rozca was a little weak so sleeping is very good for her, But her master is trouble and restless. She know him better that he knows himself, so mentaly she tell him "Choosing scroll are best left up to you. As to what the Chosen want? Well! look into your heart, and always do your very best. I think that is all they want. Now go practis your weapon."
Elder(ceil) Thursday June 2nd, 2005 12:35:40 PM
Elder finally gets out of the pouch, Now to get out of this cabinet?? He escapes the cabinet and is free to do what he wants.
He run hare and there picking up allsorts of beautiful things (Well to him they are beautiful) feathers, shiny stones, acorns, ect ect. He even escapr a snake, he drinks from the pond or little lake.
Now it is getting dark and Mother is not here?? where is she?? By a chance of luck he makes it back to the hut and find the pouch that he nest in. Leaving all the treasure outside of the pouch, he crawl in and fall to sleep.
Crock(ceil) Thursday June 2nd, 2005 12:42:49 PM
Crock is following Zeoll down the path, when they pass a little lake. Low and Behold!! Look what in the lake?? A pair of beautiful yellow eye?? Just like the soft yellow food the master gives him. Croc tell his master "Grrrr! Cluck! Cluck! Grrrrowlll!" (Meaning 'See you later!')
Croc head for the lake, swims to this female croc, "Hello! Sweet Lips!"
Croc is in the lake still??
Kanchana d20+10=30 Thursday June 2nd, 2005 2:22:26 PM
Part 1:
Kanchana would have paid close attention to all she can learn about plants, trees, roots and their uses. She would also pay close attention to the city being attacked by over large rose bushes, the feelings of Nature going wild has a more deep effect on the wemic druidess; the events involving bipeds (halflings and nature creatures) she doesn't dwell on - she is now seeking to understand growing things better not societies and conflicts. Kanchana-willow will share the feelings of onesness and Mother Wold's love that she first felt when Zeoll-oak communes with her and with Nature itself.
Part 2:
Kanchana-willow fairly radiates pleasure and contenment as Zeoll-oak sends her his glad wishes.
Kanchana returns to her regular form and feels excited, energized and rested all at once. She smiles widely to Zeoll before he leaves to go do his tasks. "Thank you for joining me Zeoll. That meant more to me than you may guess!"
Kanchana easily overwins the temptation to assume tree shape again so soon (will 30; nat 20). Though she will certainly take tree shape again in the not too distant future.
Kanchana turns to face Amada and is still smiling, "yes that was beyond exhilerating! There was so much to see and learn; and I have not even learned near as much as I would have liked to!"
Kanchana's stomach growls and rumbles, so when Amada offers her dinner she thanks the centaur warmly and helps herself to some food.
"Amada, what do you know of Green Mages? Are you one? Do they have a Circle near here or on the Taur Isles?"
Some how Kanchana manages not to speak with food in her mouth!
After cleaning up the dishes and thanking Amada for the meal Kanchana retrieves her gear and lets poor Ilder out to "play".
Kanchana will take the black sword as well. "Do you know anything about this "hunk of junk"?" Kanchana motions to the sword she is strapping to her pack again with a nod of her head.
Kanchana will spend the rest of the day talking with Amada unless Amada does not want to talk of course! During the evening Kanchana will reflect over what she has just experienced and all that she has seen, felt and learned.
(If the tree shape is in a potion or a scroll Kanchana will gladly accept them if Amada offers them to her.)
Toros Thursday June 2nd, 2005 6:20:26 PM
Remembering the initial difficulty they have when they first come to the Hamlet, Toros cannot help but have mixed feelings to realize that what happened last night is over and the life in Hamlet is getting ready to resume its normal routine. He knows people do not change easily, or sometimes they do change too easily, and humans like young Horatio make the picture more complex, giving him enough reason to get worried and sceptical again. Perhaps he and other Chosen is just an unbearable burden for the Hamlet, which is hidden behind all these sweet, appreciative and respectful words.
And So the Wold Turns. (DM Jim) Thursday June 2nd, 2005 9:37:05 PM The Hut
Kanchana reflects upon all she has seen and though the conflict with the halflings seems trivial she seems to come back to it again...that satyr seems to draw her attention. She thanks Zeoll...not sure if he realizes what it is that he just gave her by rooting that last bit of the day with her. At last she is able to talk to Amada but finds herself ravinous with hunger. As she eats she asks questions of Amada, though she somehow keeps her manners and not spit food.
Zeoll seems unable to do anymore than smiles and nod. He cannot find words at this time to express what he experienced with Kanchana and does not want to say something stupid. As he leaves he is still smiling and finds his way back to the hamlet. He sings his heart out to the vines and when he approaches he finds that they do not move...till he reaches out to them then they seems to lunge at him with one intention, capture and drink (reflex DC 16 or be caught in their grasp). If he escapes the vines then he goes about the business of creating goodberries...though as he casts the spell he finds that twenty five berries that hold the spell.
Amada smiles as she leads Kanchana back into the hut and puts food before her. She sits for a centaur and then listens as Kanchana talks, keeping quiet till she is done. "Yes I am a GreenMage and now you are one as well...you must feel the blessing of Mother Wold upon you now...the call of plants and the urge to join them again." Her face takes on a sad look as she shakes her head. "There are no circles around here that I know of...in fact the man that inducted me is now dead...his friend lead you here." A single tear runs down her face that she wipes away in a hurry. "He once told me that there is one near Plateau City...in the forest there I think it was." She seems to know little about the location of circles. "I am not sure that Harth new of many of them himself...I am thinking that our kind are very few in fact." With a look of surprise she shakes her head and then points to the sword. "That hunk of junk is actually an artifact of no little power...in fact it saved the Wold once before with the last conjunction and then was lost. Legend says that a Fae will appear once again and bring what appears to be peace to the Wold...defeating evil and bringing about a golden age of nature and elves." Her eyes narrow slightly as she grasps Kanchana's eyes with her own. "You know what you saw when immersed in the Wold...when you were one with Mother Wold. This is not natural...nature does not do these types of things...this kind of destruction is not of her doing." With a shake of her head she closes her eyes and picks up a scroll that she hands to Kanchana. "Your young bard that was here may remember some legends of the last Convergence...ask him and read that when you can....maybe you will understand things as I do." She looks back to the sword and then shudders as she thinks of what this can mean.
Scroll reads as follows:
The sword of elven war To right will nature restore Dark force of nature can destroy Brought to power with song of fae Return the blade of iron cold
Blade of leaf and tree Once plunged Darkness into Light Other items of old The blade to help make them whole
The Hamlet
Gecktar comes with the rest to hunt but finds himself not good for the task. Still he soon finds that he did get something.
Flat-top points out that Gecktar is a little noisy but that he had a lucky shot as a turkey falls from a tree.
Kale is not into the hunt at all as his mind wanders. He does not even really try his hand at hunting.
Solgrin is pointed to an open area to the side of the hamlet, inside the walls. It seems that this was a field at one time but the crop has been harvested. He soon has an audience of hamlet kids watching him with ooohs and aaaaahs.
Brahmah ponders what to do with the group and how they can work more in concert. He absently scratches Paw'cah and feeds her some treats. Despite all his thoughts he is comforted by his companions presence and does still pay a lot of attention to her.
Toros worries and broods over the hamlet and does not seem to realize that life must go on. He does feel a little suspicious about the people that live here. What is it that these people are doing...do they really want the Chosen here or is it all a farce.
Those that are payng attention will notice that one of the moons has not set. To make matters worse it is black...as black as a starless night with no light at all. Something is really wrong here.
The hunters are somewhere near three hundred yards from the hamlet with in the sparse trees that surround the area. They cannot really see the hamlet anymore and that is ok as they know which way it is that they must travel. As they turn to go back with the turkey that they got the are greeted by a very strange and disturbing sight. Off in the distance is a large brown bear that is running as if being chased by something. He is being followed by six little white bunny rabbits...or at least that is what you though till you see the rabbits swarm over the bear. It roars in rage and then is soon not moving anymore as the rabbits seem to be feeding upon it. Suddenly the area you are in seems to turn very cold and a shiver runs down all three taurs' backs. The hairs on the back of your necks' are standing on end as well.
Zeoll d20+4=9 d20+7=11 d20+7=19 Thursday June 2nd, 2005 11:21:32 PM
Zeoll tries to evade the wriggly vines -- and fails! Although entangled, he still tries to cast his Wood Shape spell [Concentration check 11] but that fails, too. Desperate, he tries to cast Entangle, forcing the vines to turn on themselves [Concentration check 19 may be good enough?]
If all else fails, he will shout out in a trained bard's voice, "Help! Help! Help! I am rrooted! And not in the good way!"
Toros Friday June 3rd, 2005 3:58:24 AM
Refreshed and relaxed Toros thanks to Domi for all he has given to the Chosen and prepares his spells for the day.
When he hears the help of Zeoll Toros is collecting totems for his totem bag. He runs to his friend as fast as he can. If he is in a position to cast spells Toros will use his Sanctuary spell with a hope to stop the attack of the monster plant. He is also afraid of being caught by the vine woods - he will try to stay out of their reach, while he tries to use his 10ft reach to touch Zeoll.
Kale Friday June 3rd, 2005 6:58:17 AM
"I think we better get back." Kale says to the others as he draws his bow and takes a bead on the rabbits. "I dont want to be dinner to a bunch of rabbits."
Flat-top Friday June 3rd, 2005 7:53:18 AM
Flat-top look toward the little bunnies who are tearing this bear apart, tell Kale "No! Guennah! Kale. I never seen anything like this before!" Flat-top drops the food he was gathering, then takes his Morningstar from arround his neck, "Gecktar! start backing up and we'll go back to the village. It's pretty dark about now, but if those bunnies should turn on us! Throw them the turkey! Now! Lets! RUN!"
Brahmah Friday June 3rd, 2005 9:47:03 AM
Brahmah, never really the one for word in strange situations, hurtles off toward the bunnies and bear, drawing his swords as he runs.
He wants to help the bear.
He commands Pah'caw to hunt bunny.
Gecktar Friday June 3rd, 2005 12:27:54 PM
Gecktar feels very unconfortable about the sight of the bunnies... Then he hears Flat-top urging him to run and start to move as fast as he can.
Solgrin Friday June 3rd, 2005 6:07:33 PM
Finishing up with his workout with the spiked chain Solgrin then gets cleaned up and heads off to see if he can find the younger council member. When Solgrin finds her he will ask "we are not an imposition on the hamlett I hope?"
Kanchana Sunday June 5th, 2005 4:33:02 PM
Kanchana will dutifully copy down everything Amada says about the sword and it's history; and everything said about the fae. Kanchana will pocket the scroll for Zeoll, Solgrin and any other interested Chosen to look at later.
"I finally feel whole. All of Mother Wold's earth-bound children feel like a part of me and myself a part of them. I do look forward to communing with them again soon! If I find any Circles I will send you a letter about them, and you and I will have our own Circle now I would think?"
Kanchana takes a long sip of tea.
"You say that terrible sword is an artifact?!" Kanchana's eyes go wide. "Why did I end up with it? I cannot even use it, and nothing and no one has even said who should have it... What precisely does this sword really mean, Amada?"
Kanchana studies Amada's face and posture to try and get an understanding of what she is feeling, "I should let you know that I never take a life wantonly. If this sword is meant to be the thing to murder some one; some fae or whatever, then I will not be the one to wield it."
Kanchana waits patiently for Amada's reply to what she has said.)
(Of course Kanchana will act in defense of herself or any other Chosen; even to the point of taking a life, but she will never instigate any attack.)
((James is the nearest neighbouring town Antioch by chance??))
Flat-top Monday June 6th, 2005 8:47:48 AM
Flat-top gallops as fast has he can.
Zeoll d20+8=27 d20+11=24 Monday June 6th, 2005 8:58:21 AM
Zeoll continues to struggle with the vines, talking to them in Druidic.
"Oh, you silly plants! I am yourr frriend! I am a drruid, who loves all grrowing things! Why oh why do you attack me? Orr if you arre just giving me a hug, then please be morre gentle! Ouch! No, I said morre gentle!"
[Wild empathy check 27?]
"Maybe you just want to hearr a lullaby?"
The liontaur sings in Druidic:
Oh gentle rroots and peaceful stems Please be at ease, and go to sleep. Forr rrudeness all the Wold condemns So quiet vines, and cease yourr crreep.
[Perform(singing) check 24!]
Brahmah Monday June 6th, 2005 6:48:23 PM
Brahmah, still making for the bear and bunnies, looks quickly behind him to see if any Chosen might be following.
Strange Events. (DM Jim) d6=4 Monday June 6th, 2005 10:10:43 PM The Hut
Kanchana questions Amada upon the sword further as she packs away and makes records off all that is said to her. She silently wishes that this sword had not come to her but it must be for a reason.
Amada smiles and shakes her head. "If I was to guess then the sword most likely came to you so that it could find it's true wielder or to get to someone that can use it." With a look of great concentration she ponders the question. "I think you will find what you seek for the sword in Plateau City and if not then the Gold Dragons live there and they can help you out...maybe it is to go to them." With a bigger smile she laughs lightly and then nods. "Please..if you do ever find another circle please let me know." She reaches out and gently touches the face of Kanchana but there seems to be more of a touch to her heart from Amada. "You are my sister now and I would be honored to be part of a circle with you...maybe you can also make that young liontaur that came to see you an honorary member." She sips her tea as she closes her eyes and smiles.
With a sadder look she shakes her head. "I believe from what I have been feeling...this sleeper...this fae is not what the Wold is needing...there is an undercurrent of evil in the way nature has been acting." She shakes her head not able to explain it better than that.
The Hamlet
Those that had been hunting take off at a dead run with the bunnies that attack the bear. Much to their dismay, Brahmah comes running past them heading for the bears defense.
Brahmah reaches the bear and the rabbits have backed off about thirty feet. They hiss at him, blood covering thier little mouths. The bear has been ripped to pieces in places and is beyond hope of survival.
Solgrin finds the youngest council member and questions her. He wants to find out if the Chosen are in the way or a burden upon the hamlet.
Zeoll is caught within the grasp of the vines, screaming for help. He tries to talk them out of what they are doing and it does not seem to be working. He has a hard time singing as he feels thorns dig into his body and little rivlets of blood run down his body (4 blood loss damage, reflex DC 20 to escape).
The yongest council member looks to Solgrin and smiles. "No...in fact if it would not have been for your presence here.." She shudders as the image courses through her mind. "We would have all been dead....or worse slaves." She looks to Solgrin who does not feel any lies from her, in fact she seems totally honest. "You actually honor use with your presence."
[Plateau City is the closest place Kanchana.]
Gecktar Tuesday June 7th, 2005 3:32:30 AM
Gecktar comes back to the hamlet. There are strange things operating around here... And he sees Zeoll imprisonned by the vines.
"Hey ! Zeoll's needing help ! Come on !" he cries to the other. He goes to the large tree where they have seen pole arm and then cme ack to Zeoll handing him the shaft to help him to get out this situation without exposing himself.
Flat-top (AC 22 96/96hp) d20+15=25 d20+11=14 d8+4=10 d8+4=6 Tuesday June 7th, 2005 8:22:21 AM
Flat-top seeing that Brahmah and his Eagle are fighting those rabbits, STOPS. Turns to Brahmah "Captain! Can you not see that all those rabbits are foaming at the mouth with madness?" But he does go to His Captain side to fight the Little Mad Rabbits.
OOC: Flat-top will swing if there's enough time left. With his new +2 Bastard sword (attack ac 25 & 14, Damages 10/6hp.
Paw'caw(ceil - AC 17 18/18hp) d20+5=25 d20+5=7 d6+5=6 d6+5=7 Tuesday June 7th, 2005 8:35:50 AM
Paw'caw will drop the rabbit she has in her talons and dive once more for another kill. She grabs one by the neck, But the second get's away 'I'll be back!' she caws at her lost victim.
OOC: Attack Ac 25 Crit hit & Ac 7 (miss I think), Damages 6+7=13hp.
Rozca(ceil) Tuesday June 7th, 2005 8:41:44 AM
Rozca who is half asleep, opens one eye to tell her master,"Master Solgrim! You know of course that one of the Chosen is entangle in some thorny vines?? And needs your help?" She closes her eyes to go back to sleep again.
Elder(ceil) Tuesday June 7th, 2005 8:47:38 AM
Elder is restless and cannot sleep, so he slips out of the bag, onto Kanchana lap. Showing her that a bur is stuck on his back, he cannot teach it, but he need help. So with soreful watery eyes, look to his mother to make the little pain go away.
Croc(ceil) Tuesday June 7th, 2005 9:11:57 AM
Croc gets a feeling that his master is in trouble and has to go to him. Althow he hates to leave this Beautiful yellow eyed female, DUTY CALLS! So out of the little lake and down the path to the hamlet he goes. Going as fast as he can (remember DM Croc has vevy short legs??)
Zeoll (AC17, HP49 of 53) d20+4=8 d20+11=17 Tuesday June 7th, 2005 2:08:54 PM
Zeoll yelps as the vines rip at him. He convulses in an attempt to escape, but to no avail!
He uses his Pearl of Power to call back the Tree Shape spell he cast earlier in the day. Then he tries to cast it. The vines distract him, but not quite enough to keep him from casting the spell [Concentration check 17 is exactly equal to 15+spell level].
As he casts the spell and changes into an oak tree, Zeoll thinks, "I hope these vines do not hate trees, too."
Kanchana Tuesday June 7th, 2005 3:18:44 PM
"Sister, I will try to visit again in more peaceful times and then we must bring new life and spirit to our little Circle. Now I fear that both Mother Wold and Father Tomi have other plans for the Chosen and myself."
Kanchana smiles at Amada, though her body language belies that the newly initiated green mage is not too pleased to have to be leaving so soon.
"I must confer with my fellow Chosen on the matter of this strange artifact that I have been burdened with for longer than I care to think about."
Kanchana finishes her tea.
"If we are going to this Plateau City then I will try to find out more on who if this sword belongs to, if not then who ever owns this mystery sword will just have to find me - and I hope that they are friendly towards Taurs!"
Kanchana makes ready to rejoin the rest of the Chosen.
"I thank you with all my heart for helping me my Sister. May our paths cross again soon and in more peaceful times."
Kanchana gives Amada a big, heartfelt hug before returning to the fort. Kanchana will head back to the fort at a flat out run.
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If Kanchana gets back to the fort before Zeoll gets untangled she will use her newly aquired ability to speak with plants to request that the vines let Zeoll go. Kanchana will be standing just out of the vines' grasping range as she talks to them. (Green Mage ability Speak with Plants (at will)).
Solgrin Tuesday June 7th, 2005 5:08:27 PM
Solgrin tells the younger council member "Thank you for your kind acceptance of the Chosen. I must be going now, it seems that one of us has gotten attacked."
Solgrin then turns and heads out quickly to see what is going on with Zeoll. Once there Solgrin looks ober the situation then says "Gecktar be ready to heal Zeoll as soon as we get him free."
Brahmah d20+11=14 d20+12=21 d20+6=14 d20+7=21 2d4(4+1)+7=12 2d4(1+1)+7=9 d6+4=8 d6+4=5 Tuesday June 7th, 2005 5:45:26 PM
Brahmah attempts to help Zeoll. He targets one rabbit.
(AC 14, 21, 14 and 21 for 12, 8, 9 and 5 damage)
Toros Tuesday June 7th, 2005 7:10:54 PM
Toros seems to be watching helplessly Zeoll and the vine woods. He will try to work together with Gecktar to rescue Zeoll.
Kale d20+8=23 d20+2=19 d8+2=6 Tuesday June 7th, 2005 8:59:25 PM
seeing the others attack the rabbits, Kale backs off 30 ft from them then shoots an arrow at the nearest one(hits ac 23 for 6 pts of damage)
The Strange and the Weird. (DM Jim) Tuesday June 7th, 2005 10:30:42 PM The Hut
Amada returns the hug with muck appreciation. "We will be together always sister." She waves to Kanchana as she leaves the hut and then closes the door. She returns to her work to clean up the damage to her hut and to think over the council's proposal.
The Hamlet
Zeoll is trapped within the grasp of the vines and feels the vines sucking the very blood from his body. It is only with difficulty that he is able to take on the form of a tree, the same oak that he became with Kanchana earlier.
Gecktar makes it to the hamlet and finds that things are no better here. He takes the halbred that he owns and holds out the shaft of it to Zeoll to try and pull himself free but Zeoll has become a tree.
Rozcz relays the message that the one of the Chosen is in trouble and then falls back to sleep.
Croc makes no move to leave his new little woman. His master has released him from service and he no longers feel the great urge to protect him. Though his mating instincts seem to be well and working overtime about now. The female looks more than willing and impressed with Croc.
Kanchana makes it back to the hamlet to find a tree being entwined by some of those vines from earlier. She is not sure what is going on and she does not remember a tree there when she left. In fact that tree looks familiar to her, but more than that it feels familiar (wis DC 10 to recognize Zeoll in tree shape).
Solgrin comes out and looks to Gecktar and ponder how they will get Zeoll out of there and the fact that he is now a tree will make it harder. He does get Gecktar ready to heal Zeoll as soon as they can get him out.
Toros watches in horror and then also ponders what to do for Zeoll. He is a tree now and how can they move a tree?
Three Hundred Yards from the Hamlet
Brahmah is watching the rabbits with interest as he cannot see Zeoll. He does get the sense that something is wrong back at the hamlet and that it has to do with one of the Chosen.
Flat-top comes back to help out his captain but the rabbits are some thirty feet away watching them with some interest. They do not appear to be rabid but that is what Flat-top suspects.
Kale fires off an arrow at the rabbits. He strike one of them but it does not fall or even seem to care much.
The other five rabbits turn upon the injured one and are soon mauling him. It is apparent that something is not right here. What is up with nature?
Paw'caw cirlces the area above her masters head but makes no moves upon the rabbits. In fact she has the strange feeling that she wants to fly away and start a family but fights off the urge.
Sorry for the confusion. I have tried to clear that up with breaking the group up into the areas that each are in. Hope that helps out.
Brahmah Wednesday June 8th, 2005 12:34:20 AM
OOC: Didn't recall Brahmah being that far away. Thought he had returned from the hunt.
Zeoll Oaken-Head Wednesday June 8th, 2005 1:01:58 AM
Zeoll waves his branches -- or is it just the wind?
But he has the senses of a liontaur (per the spell, can still perceive the world around).
So he knows that Kanchana is near. Kanchana, who can talk with plants! Oaken-Zeoll calls out to her, Highlight to display spoiler: {Hi! It's me! I turned into a tree to escape these vines that were strangling me. Maybe you could persuade them to be nice? Then I could change back to normal and walk out of the thicket? Thanks!}
Zeoll wonders how he got himself into this mess. Oh yeah! He had wanted a sample of vines for an experiment. Maybe Kanchana can convince them to surrender a sprig or vinelet?
Gecktar Wednesday June 8th, 2005 2:46:47 AM
Gecktar looks at Zeoll amazingly seeing him changing shape. With his halberd in his hands, he is now of no need to Zeoll. But Kanchana is coming back from Amad's hut.
"Hey ! Kanchana, there is a problem with Zeoll. He has being entangled with those vines and, to escape their wrath, he takes the shape of this oak. Can you do something ?"
Toros Wednesday June 8th, 2005 3:53:03 AM
Toros does not know whether he can hear but still concerned, asks, "Zeoll, are you allright?" Then waits to see what will happen next still without knowing what to do.
Kale Wednesday June 8th, 2005 6:43:07 AM
seeing that he cant really hurt the things, Kale once again says "We need to leave. Who knows whats going on here."
Flat-top Wednesday June 8th, 2005 7:28:59 AM
Flat-top look at Kale with open mouth of suprise? "Do you belive this? The Captain takes off for the Hamlet? Paw'caw is more intrested in nesting moss? I cannot hit the broadside of a bunny? And You are the only one to hit a rabbitt with an arrow? I'm with you! while tose bunnies are buzy eating the corpes there, Let's galup bach to the Hamlet and drink out of the Black Kettle, I hear it has a kick since it was standing in the sun. Let's go!"
Off the two Taurs go, thinking of something stronger than water.
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday June 8th, 2005 7:33:03 AM
Paw'caw is off gathering moss and twiggs to make a ness, with no though oF Brahmah, 'First the nest!! Then a Male!!"
Rozca(ceil) Wednesday June 8th, 2005 7:34:31 AM
Rozca Sleeps ZZZZZ!
Elder(ceil) Wednesday June 8th, 2005 7:37:44 AM
Elder is too young to feel the erge of mating, cannot understand what is happening? Mama Kanchana is running to somewhere?? must follow. He runs after her, as fast as he can.
Croc(ceil) Wednesday June 8th, 2005 7:43:35 AM
Croc lumbers along the trail, BUT all of a sudden he does know why he is leaving the little lake. He looks back into the waters, he sees those beautiful yellow eyes.
He turn back and enters the lake, swins to the beauty asking her, 'GRRR! Hiss!' meaning 'Miss Me Baby?' Off the swim together in to deeper waters.
Brahmah Wednesday June 8th, 2005 8:40:21 AM
Brahmah turns to get back with the majority of the Chosen. "Geez, nature is crazy. We need to get our friends out of tree form before they wanna stay that way. I agree with Kale 'that we need to leave!' and very soon.
I think the dominant creatures have switched roles with the prey. Its very odd to see herbivores turn into carnivores, especially rabbits.
Maybe the werewolves had something to do with it. Or maybe something is in the water?
Who knows?! No one eat or drink anything from around here, survive on your rations.
Pah'caw! Damned bird. Hey, Pah'c..." He just shakes his head. "She'll come around later.
We need to figure this out before the animals start eating and drinking."
Solgrin Wednesday June 8th, 2005 3:06:43 PM
Solgrin waits to see what Kanchana has any effect on the vines around Zeoll.
Of Oaks and Vines. (DM Jim) Wednesday June 8th, 2005 11:26:43 PM
Oak-Zeoll calls out to Kanchana as she enters the hamlet and draws near. He seeks her help in getting out of the situation that he has gotten into.
Gecktar withdraws his halberd not sure how to help out now. He does spot Kanchana and starts to tell her about Zeoll and how her was attacked. He does not know that Oak-Zeoll is already explaining to her as well.
Toros shows his concern as he speaks to Oak-Zeoll, trying to find out if he is ok or not. He is not sure if the tree can hear him but it is worth a try.
Kale takes off at a run to get back to the hamlet. He does not like the idea that nature is on it head and all. This is all just turning so strange.
Flat-top voices his own concerns as the rush back to the hamlet. He cannot figure out anymore of this mess or mystery than the rest. Maybe a drink will help out in that situation or at least take his mind off it.
Brahmah calls for his eagle to find her not there. He gets a sense that she is nesting and most likely going to seek a mate very soon. If he figures out who has done this he will most likely smack them around, nature is not right and that grates heavily on his ranger senses.
Solgrin holds his position to see what Kanchana maybe able to do for Zeoll. He does know that most of what he could do now would most likely injure Zeoll.
Kanchana gets close enough to call out to the vines in a very strange language. She has ignored everyone but Oak-Zeoll who she also speaks to. The vines talk back to Kanchana with abstract thoughts and pictures mainly. The jist is as follows: We are granted blood...take back to nature...kill opposition...the king has returned and we rule once again.
Paw'caw has started to build a nest when her other instincts take over. She suddenly realizes that she cannot take the nest with her, unless her master will carry it for her...maybe he could even take care of the future eggs. She feels a need to at least ask him this if she can find a way to communicate with him.
Ilder is chasing after his mistress who took off without him. Luckily she does notice before he is left too far behind and put back into his pouch.
Rozca sleeps on as she needs her beauty rest and there is nothing she can do right now.
Just so everyone knows...Zeoll has released his crocodile from his service, unless he changes his mind as he changed his mind on feats. Cayzle??
Zeoll Wednesday June 8th, 2005 11:58:15 PM
Zeoll hangs tight as Kanchana talks to the vines. He's in no hurry, since the vines are not hurting any more.
[OOC: Yup, let Croc go! He served well and earned his lady-friend!]
Kanchana d20+4=19 Thursday June 9th, 2005 12:19:32 AM
Kanchana calmly tells the blood-sucking vines, "the "king" lied to you. He seeks to enslave you not let you rule. When you with your great strength become a threat to him he will destroy you, the Earth Mother Herself has warnrd against it. Let my Brother go and we will help protect you from this false king."
Kanchana will not even attempt to ask for any twigs or parrings from the vine until Zeoll (and anyone else) are safe from it!
Kanchana will tell oak-Zeoll, "I am doing what I can to get the vine to release you and leave you be, Brother."
Kanchana did recognize Zeoll even in oak form (wis 19).
((I am putting Kanchana's "plant-speak" in italics in case no one else but plants can understand it.))
Gecktar Thursday June 9th, 2005 2:55:03 AM
Gecktar looks at the scene not sure to really understand what's happening.
Brahmah Thursday June 9th, 2005 4:03:56 AM
Brahmah finds the trees and just watches with confusion.
Flat-top Thursday June 9th, 2005 6:36:21 AM
Flat-top enters the compound at a full gallop, he even beats Kale but not by much. Flat-top looking for the rest of the Chosen when some citizen points to the other side of the main tree. Flat-top clops over the the others, asking "What going on?" Then he see Kanchana talking to the Vines?? "Kitten! Don't touch those plants! They'll try to drag you in there. They almost grab me a little while ago."
Flat-top look around, then ask "Where's Zeoll?" Things are getting a little too much for him, so he ask any one in the party "Does anybody have a cup? I want some of that Golden liquid in the Black Cauldrom."
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday June 9th, 2005 6:52:10 AM
Paw'caw has in her talongs some moss and a couple of twigs. Now she think of how to transport her futer eggs?? She must make her master understand that nature must be obayed!
She takes to the sky, high above the ground. there she spots her master. Down she goes and land on his shoulder. She give him the twigs and moss, she turns her back to peck at his back pack?? She trying to tell him something??
She pick up her supplies, then aranges the twigs and moss in his back pack. She turns, giving him a look in his eyes (looking for his OK?)
Rozca(ceil) Thursday June 9th, 2005 6:56:31 AM
Rozca Dreams on, Don't know what she's dreaming, BUT if she could smile, She would.
Elder(ceil) Thursday June 9th, 2005 6:59:24 AM
Elder is so pleased that his mother has putting in home pouch. He eats two yellow fruits, then falls asleep (with all four paws up in the air).
Kale Thursday June 9th, 2005 7:11:13 AM
Kale stops a moment to catch his breath, then waits for the others to join him so that they can decide what to do next
Toros Thursday June 9th, 2005 9:07:13 AM
Toros thinks to offer some dry fruits to the vine woods with a hope that they will understand the Chosen are not bad at all and respect nature. Then he gives up this thought as the vine woods may find it insulting, as the fruit is from nature as well and when they are dried, actually they are picked up and left to death. So, still he waits and watch quietly, knowing that Zeoll is safe at least for now. Afterall it cannot be worse than that, right?
Solgrin Thursday June 9th, 2005 5:37:02 PM
Solgrin continues to wait and see if Kanchana is able to help Zeoll out.
Of Oaks and Vines, I. (DM Jim) Friday June 10th, 2005 1:03:07 AM
Zeoll hangs out and waits as Kanchana talks to the vines. He just hopes that they will let him go.
Kanchana pleads with the vines to let her friend go. She tells them that this king is lying to them. Nature would not have them doing this and that they will in turn be killed by this king. She speaks to Zeoll as well, letting him know that she is doing her best to get him let go.
Gecktar waits and trusts that Kanchana can take care of the situation.
Brahmah comes into the hamlet and finds a tree trapped by the vines. Kanchana seems to be talking to both the vines and the tree. He soon finds out that the tree is Zeoll, protecting himself from the vines.
Flat-top comes into the hamlet and makes it over to the vines where everyone is now standing. He warns Kanchana of the vines and that they had tried to grab him earlier. Still he looks for a cup or something to get a drink from that cauldron.
Kale stops with the rest to find out what is to be done next. It seems that they will most likely be needing to move on soon or so he thinks.
Toros was going to offer dried fruit to the vines but decides that this might offend them and that could turn out worse in the longrun. He figures that it cannot get worse or at least he hopes that it will not get worse.
Solgrin continues to watch and wait as he wonders what will happen next. Well at least things are interesting, he will not lack for entertainment right now anyways.
Paw'caw comes to Brahmah with some of the stuff that she needs to make a nest. She places it in Brahmah's backpack or at least on top of it. She seems to be trying to get an idea across to him.
Rozca finds that she is dreaming of being a real dragon. Mother Wold has sent her a nice little dream that fills her with longing and also a thrill with her newfound powers...at least in her dreams.
Ilder finds himself fast falling asleep in his little nest pouch. He dreams of nothing but his next meal and love from his mother.
The vines seem to pay attention to Kanchana, though they do not let go. "Fae King gives us power...he lets us free of our prison. If what you say is true then why did Mother lock us away...why did she not let us do waht it is that we are born to do?" Kanchana gets a sense of sorrow, hatred and maybe hope from the plants but they do not seem to want to give up yet. "Will you give us blood? Will you pay us the price that we seek to keep the peace? The vines slowly loosen their hold upon the Oak-Zeoll and seems to draw back from him a little. "We let him go but remember...cross us and we destroy the civilized."
It seems that a compromise will need to be met or these vines will take over the hamlet. Kanchana knows enough to realize that these vines will do just what they say they will and with the increased power in nature...could do it easily.
[knowledge(nature), knowledge(history) or bardic knowledge DC 26 to remember some obscure piece of knowledge that these are vampiric vines. A vine that has not been seen for some twenty years or better and were thought to of been killed out for good.]
Brahmah d20+7=24 Friday June 10th, 2005 10:11:00 AM
(knowledge nature 24)
Brahmah thinks he knows those vines, but can't seem to place them.
He notices Pah'caw and uses his 'speak with animal wand'. "You can leave me if you like my friend. Return when you wish. It might be dangerous very soon." He smiles, knowing she needs to mate or she'll drive everyone crazy.
To the Chosen, "We realy need to figure this nature thing out. Any ideas Kanchana?"
Kale Friday June 10th, 2005 10:12:22 AM
"Where is everyone else?" Kale asks no one in paticular as he looks around for his companions
Zeoll Oakenhead d20+6=8 d20+6=9 d20+3=15 d20+20=33 d20+20=30 Friday June 10th, 2005 11:23:45 AM
[OOC: Bardic Lore 8. Know History 9. Know Nature 15 LOL!]
[OOC: I'm assuming that Zeoll can understand and join the conversation with the vines while in Oak form? Or maybe Kanchana can relay his ideas?]
Zeoll thanks the vines. "You are generous, children of the soil. Why don't you make a pact with the people of this village? Let them live in peace, and they will bring you creatures full of blood that you need. They can move and hunt easily -- why not let them work for you? In return, you can protect them from the tasty enemies that may come here to attack them, like wolves."
"You see how these people revere plants, like these beautiful Whistal Trees. Let them honor you and bring you the food you need." [OOC: Diplomacy 33]
Finally, the bard/druid has a request. "Great vines, you are strong and magnificent. To honor my meeting with you, may I have such a tendril as you might spare, a momento of our meeting?
[OOC: Diplomacy 30]
Note that in oak form, Zeoll has no accent.
Then, since the vines have pulled back, Zeoll changes back to a liontaur and walks out of the vine patch.
Gecktar Friday June 10th, 2005 11:24:23 AM
Gecktar looks around and hearing Kale's question "I think Zeoll is here" showing the oak trapped in the vines "and I think every body is around here."
Flat-top Friday June 10th, 2005 6:58:17 PM
The centaur is about to go to the Kettle with an empty water skin, When he sees that Zeoll turn back into a Liontaur again, "What? Oh! Gee! Now I really need that drink!".
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday June 10th, 2005 7:03:32 PM
Paw'caw takes off again, Then come back to Brahmah's shoulder with Twiggs and Moss. Again she tries very hard to put the twiggs and moss into the back pack. Turn to face Brahmah again "CAww Caww Ecreach..." She is trying to tell Brahmah "Already Mated... Need moving Nest..."
Kanchana d20+12=21 Sunday June 12th, 2005 8:29:45 AM
Kanchana hears the vines request for a blood sacrifice, and listens to what they say about Mother Wold imprisoning them. Obviously just attaining Green Mage status has no immediate effect on her knowledge of obscure plants; Kanchana just misses figuring out what type of plant this is! (knowl. Nature 21)
[Plant Speak] "If I must give you blood from my body to secure the life of my Brother and these people my Spirit-Kin I will give it, but not so much that I must pay with my own life to grant your request." Kanchana calmly continues her parlay with the vampire vines, "Mother Wold wishes for balance in the Wold and taking more blood then is necessary to sustain life causes an imbalance. Perhaps that is why She made you sleep then, perhaps She wished for you to awaken in a time when you could use your birth gifts to defend all of Her Children - and not to invertantly destroy them? The Fae King only wishes to destroy and he wants to use you as a tool to spread destruction, when you are no longer of use he will destroy you as well." Kanchana senses a little of the conflicting emotions appearent in the vines' voice, "You can sense that these people live as close to Nature as any Wold-Child can without being born directly from the Great Mother's body. Perhaps you could work with them to defend this place which is sacred to Mother Wold? The King wishes to destroy this place of harmony, so there will be many enemies for you to take blood from. If you work with the people here your defence work will be praised and not feared. You will be honored for working with the Great Mother." Green Mage Kanchana adds one last thing for good measure, "I will not cross you. I have no good reason to make any enemy out of any of her Children."
Kanchana waits for the vines' reply and hopes that her words have some effect on the vines' decision.
Solgrin Sunday June 12th, 2005 7:46:37 PM
Solgrin goes looking for the council members. When Solgrin finds them Solgrin asks "is there anymore locations around the village that has the vine line what Kanchana is dealing with right now?"
Toros - OOC Monday June 13th, 2005 2:50:11 AM
Most probably do not have time to post until Thursday. Please NPC Toros as appropriate (with regard to my recent email about this).
Brahmah Monday June 13th, 2005 10:57:20 AM
The ranger draws his weapons and waits for the trees to return to their 'normal' shapes.
Flat-top Tuesday June 14th, 2005 6:16:13 AM
Watches But also looking around for a cup for some liquied that's in the Black Kettle. "I really need a drink." He tell himself, but to Kanchana (he tell her) "That's it Kitten! Tell them to let go."
Brahmah Tuesday June 14th, 2005 10:56:36 AM
Brahmah starts getting very bored and begins pacing like a caged bear. "We need to leave... or figure this natural thing out."
The Question to a Question. (DM Jim) Tuesday June 14th, 2005 1:53:44 PM
The vines seem to consider this for a few moments as Kanchana talks to them. It seems to like the idea but speaks to Kanchana for a minute. If the people agree...then we will relent. Upon talking to the leaders of the council Kanchana will find that they readily agree to take care of the plants in exchange for added protection. With a last little shudder the vines and the other three that had sprouted up in the village withdraw into the ground...only to reappear near the gates of the hamlet but off to the side. Left lying on the ground is a three foot long piece of the vampire vine...maybe a gift to Zeoll or an apology of sorts.
The next couple of days pass uneventfully though several times you see the white bunnies from earlier running around near the hamlet...three of them get caught by the vampire vines though. At last it is time for the ceremony to honor and burn the dead of the village.
The whole hamlet moves out to the enclosed area that they have the pyres set up in. The bodies are placed upon the pyres with many little tokens for them to take with them on thier travels to Gargul. Horatio leads the hamlet in a chant to Domi, Mother Wold and Gargul that breaks into singing at the last...though several villagers are unable to continue as they break down crying. The clerics and druids of the Chosen are asked to give their blessings to the bodies before they are set on fire.
Finally the deed is done and the hamlet seems a lot more somber as everyone returns. The winds have not blown for some time now and Kanchana gets the feeling that all the trees in the village are crying. In fact if she listens to them they are weeping in their own voices.
Horatio comes to the Chosen and takes them in at a glance. "I know that you must be going...for my reaction and words when we first met...I am deeply sorry." He holds out his hand to each of them and you see the beginnings of tears in his eyes. "We have gathered food that should see you back to Plateau City...but please come back and see us if you have the chance." The rest of the hamlet has come out as well and they all seem to be sporting small smiles dispite the funerals that just took place some six hours ago. "We are honored to call the Chosen our friends...without you we would have been in much worse shape...in fact this hamlet would no longer be as it is." Several large baskets of foodstuffs are layed out on the ground before the Chosen and you see many faces that seem to want to ask you to stay, but they know that you have a greater destiny.
At the gates as the group prepares to leave Kanchana is met with another surprise. Amada is standing there waiting. She embraces Kanchana in a great hug and whispers in her ear. "Take care my sister...keep them safe and always hold true to the Mother." As she steps back she gives a smile and nods. "Find the owner and release your burden." With a look to the rest of the Chosen she smiles again. "You have given me something beyond words...I never thought that all three races would get along...but you do." She glances to Horatio and nods to him as well. "Now I have an important job to do as well...I will keep this hamlet upon the path of Nature and Mother Wold."
Lastly is the appearance of Leets to see the Chosen off. "I am sorry that I cannot travel with you any longer...but our paths may yet come back together." He in turn grasps each one of them by the arm in farwell but also hugs each as tears appear upon his face. "My destiny is to walk the path of the Chosen and I may return to you when Domi calls for me to be a warrior again...but this hamlet will have need of me...Farwell my friends and comrades." He steps forward and kisses Kanchana on the cheek and gives her a wink as he steps back by Horatio and Amada.
So the Chosen move away from the hamlet and back towards Plateau City. Thier hearts are heavier than they have been for some time but you have the feeling that Leets will travel with you again.
Sorry for moving this along so fast, but I figure that some if not everyone is getting tired of sitting around. ;) Also sorry for no post yesterday but am being very careful with this computer...I like being able to post in the Wold. :)
Kanchana Tuesday June 14th, 2005 5:40:00 PM
Kanchana takes part in the ceremony for the dead, then says her farewells. Kanchana returns Amada's hug and nods when Amada mentions the mystical sword artifact. "May the true keeper of this sword be worthy to wield it for the greater good of Mother WOld and all of her children," Kanchana whispers to Amada.
Finally Kanchana will give Leets a good bye hug and tell him to be careful. She hopes that one day their paths will cross again and Leets will be ready to resume aiding Father Tomi's Chosen once again.
Kanchana will help carry some of the foodstuffs if necessary. She is not in any really hurry to go to another city though - even if the answers to the sword enigma may be found there...
Zeoll Wednesday June 15th, 2005 1:45:05 AM
Zeoll takes the tendril with respect, bowing to the plant. He says, "I will trreasurre this token." He weaves it in his mane over his ears like a wreath.
At the funeral, he offers his voice and drum for the ceremonies.
Saying good-by, he nods to Amada and wishes her well. "You have a good hearrt, daughterr of the Whistals. Domi bless you and let us meet again!"
On the road, he asks Brahmah, "Um, why arre we going to Plateau City? I must admit I have forrgotten!"
[OOC: Has Kanchana told anyone else what she has learned about the sword?]
(Kanchana to Zeoll OOC) Wednesday June 15th, 2005 3:32:38 AM
(No, not yet. Oops! She will do so if I remember to add it into a post!)
Gecktar Wednesday June 15th, 2005 3:54:02 AM
Gecktar gives the blessing of Domi during the funerals. When time of deparure has come he thanks the villagers for the hospitality and promise to come back if his duty allow him.
At last he gives Leets a hug before leaving. "Brother, keep this hamlet safe during you stay. And go back to us a soon as possible. I will miss you."
Kale Wednesday June 15th, 2005 7:03:09 AM
remembering his inactions in the hutt, Kale thinks is a good thing for Leets to move on, but none the less Kale shakes Leets hand and wishes him well. then he moves on with the others back to Plateau City.
Zeoll (illegal second post!) Wednesday June 15th, 2005 7:12:32 AM
[Omigosh! so much to respond to! I almost forgot the most important of all.]
When it is time to say goodby to Leets, Zeoll turns to the paladin in surprise. "Leets, no! You werre with us beforre I died. Finding you still among the Chosen was a trrue blessing. Us old-timerrs have to stick togetherr. I grrieve now at ourr parrting." The liontaur is visibly sad. He embraces the centaur paladin close for a moment, then holds him at arms' length, with his hands on his shoulders.
"Well, if I could rreturrn frrom death to rrejoin this grroup, then you can rreturrn to us as well when you arre done. I rrelease you, old frriend, forr a brrief time, but not forreverr!"
Zeoll lets go and steps back.
"Farre you well, Leets Talrric, and go in Domi's hand. Rrreturrn to us soon."
Brahmah Wednesday June 15th, 2005 12:57:16 PM
The ranger watches the ceremony at the pyre from about a hundred feet off. His emotions are mixed.
The Captain of the Chosen is in shock at Leets departure and has little to say. "Goodbye my friend. Courage and strength be with you." His eyes tear up at seeing one of the greatest warriors among the Chosen leave after so long. He returns a very heart-felt and stiff hug to the centaur and quickly releases him, thumping him in the shoulder with a closed fist. Nothing is ever certain. We may or may not ever meet again. He thinks to himself.
After the Chosen get underway, Brahmah turns to Zeoll. "Honestly, I can't remember. Weren't we getting arrested? No, wait, the elves let us go.... hmmmm...." He thinks for several minutes and then continues. "... Aren't we supposed to return to the isles from there or something? To join the war? I'm getting too old for this." He scratches his head.
About two hours pass before he goes to Kanchana. "So, your a plant-head now huh?" He smiles and winks. "As I understand it, you have a mission of your own now. Is it about your new found abilities? Or something else." He sounds inquisitive, but doesn't butt in if his questions are unanswered. He understands about religious privacy having been aboard ship with humans of several different faiths. "Well, we will help you quest... does it need to get done now?" He askes, curiously. "We could use a change of pace. Maybe we can take the 'long way' home."
Solgrin Wednesday June 15th, 2005 4:21:05 PM
Solgrin watches the ceremony with quiet attention.
Solgrin afterwards moves over to Kanchana then says "congratulations on the advancement in your powers."
"shall we get headed to Plateau City so we can see if anything new has happened in the Church of Domi?"
Strange Weather. (DM Jim) Thursday June 16th, 2005 1:06:16 AM
The Chosen have been traveling in the direction of Plateau City for two days. They find the going easy and much is talked over. Brahmah remembers that they must see the three taur scholars as they have something to tell the group...something that could bode evil for the taurs as a whole.
The evening of the second day you see some white areas in the distance as you travel. As you draw closer you notice that the area ahead is totally covered in white stuff. It just seems that the green ends and then the white takes over as far as you all can see ahead and two the sides. An inspection reveals that the white stuff is snow...but why here is your first question. Anyone passing over the invisible line is suddenly struck with the absolute cold that flows on the other side (Fort DC 22 or suffer 1d6 Con damage).
Gecktar d20+7=22 Thursday June 16th, 2005 2:58:33 AM
Gecktar is too precautious to cross the invisible barrier. Seeing the white of the snow he remembers the white bunnies that attacked the bear few days ago.
Maybe the white is associated with the new raising King... (knwoledge religion 22)
Kale Thursday June 16th, 2005 6:52:56 AM
Kale goes to the edge of the snow line, but doesnt cross over into yet. he wants to see what the others do first.
Zeoll d20+6=16 d20+3=23 Thursday June 16th, 2005 7:08:05 AM
[Bardic Lore check 16 to remember his own memories! LOL!]
Zeoll ponders the group's mission as a couple days go by. "Oh yes," he recalls, "Now it starrts to come back to me. That villain, What'sHisName, is trrying to starrt a "holy" warr back home, rright? And we have to stop him? And those Taurr scholarrs in Plateau City have some way to help us. Am I rrememberring that corrrectly?"
"And what was that foul fellow's name?"
The liontaur continues to rack his brain. [OOC: That means I have to go read the archives! LOL!]
At the place where it gets white, Zeoll holds out his hand just enough to feel a tiny touch of cold. He tries to think of what this is, and it comes to him [Natural 20 on the Know Nature check] "Meanwhile, this snow is verry cold! Why don't we camp herre forr the night and in the morrning use magic to prrotect ourrselves frrom the elements? Just set a good watch in case this snow moves towarrd us in the darrk!"
Solgrin Thursday June 16th, 2005 7:28:07 AM
Seeing the snow Solgrin stops at the snow line and does not cross it. When Zeoll tells about it being cold Solgrin will look at Zeoll then says "I don't think I will enjoy the snow as I don't like it cold."
Brahmah d20+10=26 d20+7=17 d20+8=19 d20+10=20 Thursday June 16th, 2005 8:43:47 AM
(fort 26)
"Snow!? At this time of year AND at this elevation? Sheesh." He wonders to himself, outloud. (Knowledge nature 17, Knowledge geography 19, Survival 20[to avoid hazards])
Looking at Zeoll, "Vargas, Vargas... is his name."
Kanchana Thursday June 16th, 2005 4:22:21 PM
Kanchana is puzzled by the snowfall at this time of the year. She silently offers up a few choice complaints about the Fae King to any Power that cares to pay attention.
Kanchana listens to what the local flora has to say about this strange snowfall.
If the Chosen decide to camp then Kanchana will inform the others about what she has learned about the mystery sword. She will add that she believes that some one in Plateau City may know more about the sword, and that some one in said city might be it's "rightful owner".
From now on Kanchana will always pray for a Tree Shape spell each morning.
FYI, Kanchana will spend her part of the watch in her willow-form; therefore she will share her sword ingo with everyone of the Chosen before her watch or after breakfast the next morning.
((Please read the DM posts mentioning the Black (Long) Sword, for info; (sorry but) it is too much for me to want to try and repeat in writing. Most important points: 1. it is an artifact, 2. it is usuable against Fae Kings??))
Kanchana to Brahmah Thursday June 16th, 2005 4:33:57 PM
"Yes I have a sort of quest, but it has nothing really to do with being initiated as a Green Mage. The "quest" has to do with that strange sword I inexplicably picked up from Rythiniag's horde. Answers will be found in that 'city-blight' we are travelling to; or so Amada told me."
Kanchana chortles and grins a little at Brahmah's "plant head" comment.
"The only thing I feel I have "to do" as a Green Mage is to find - or start? - a Circle; a ring?, that will accept Amada and I as members," Kanchana takes a short breather as she still has much to say, "Amada said that Green Mages are exceptionally rare here in the Wold... Since it took me the better part of two years to find any word about them - never mind the sheer luck of coming across Amada! - I am very inclined to agree that Green Mages are certainly few and far between!"
Kanchana politely gives Brahmah; or anyone else who wants to ask any questions, a chance to get a word in edge-wise.
Toros Thursday June 16th, 2005 10:02:20 PM
Having been deaing with some other stuff recently. Toros tries to catch up with other Chosen finally. He follows the ongoing conversations, not entering the snowy area yet.
The Night Camp. (DM Jim) Friday June 17th, 2005 5:59:29 PM
With little real travel time left before supper the group breaks down and sets up camp in an area of soft pine needles. The snow in this area lends many questions to the group that are not immediately answerable.
The group spends the time talking over thier destination, Plateau City and why they must go back. Some have some personal reasons to want to go there. Still the main factor is the war that is starting in the Taur Isles...the taur scholars at the city have an idea of what it is that Vargas is searching for.
For some reason a hearty stew is fixed up for the whole group in short order and they all share a laugh. It must have been the cold that prompted this meal, without any conscious thought.
The night is uneventful and you all wake the next morning feeling quite rested and alive. To your dismay the snow is still there but in the other direction of the hamlet is sand as far as the eye can see. Just how much weirder can this day get and how much more can nature take?
Brahmah Saturday June 18th, 2005 1:20:28 AM
"Vargas is looking for a weapon I bet. But what might make this weapon so special?"
Kanchana Saturday June 18th, 2005 8:44:03 PM
"The one I am carrying? I don't think it really has anything to do with Vargas. I think it has more of a connection to the vision Toros had at that inn."
Zeoll Saturday June 18th, 2005 9:01:56 PM
The liontaur suggests to Kanchana that Endure Elements spells all around would be a good idea. "Togetherr we should be able to coverr everryone, rright?"
How far is it to the city?
Brahmah Sunday June 19th, 2005 10:42:42 AM
"Oh, I know Kanchana. Not this sword..." He points to the sword Kanchana is carrying. "...I'm saying a weapon, in general. Anything. A person. Weapon. Item. Artifact. Whatever."
Solgrin Sunday June 19th, 2005 2:54:46 PM
Solgrin spends a couple of hours resting then will take a guard watch and study his spell books.
When the group heads out in the morning Solgrin will tell Brahmah "I will be needing to spend some time at the Star Tower while we are in Plateau City."
Kanchana Sunday June 19th, 2005 2:57:49 PM
"Oh," Kanchana answers Brahmah, "I misunderstood you. Do you have any information at all about what Vargas is seeking?"
Next Kanchana discusses spells with Zeoll.
"Hmm, that might be a good idea. I have never asked the Great Mother for that spell before."
Kanchana brings Solgrin into the spells discussion.
"Solgrin is Endure Elements a spell you know of as well?"
Solgrin Sunday June 19th, 2005 2:59:16 PM
Hearing Kanchana, Solgrin smiles while saying "yes it is one I can prepare. I will prepare one for myself and another to take care of one of the others."
Gecktar Sunday June 19th, 2005 4:28:54 PM
Hearing Zeoll, Kanchana and Solgrin comment about the spell smiles and says: <i>"If there is a need for this particular spell I could provide some if you want but for now Zeoll come close so I can cure any disease you may have. And Solgrin don't go away, come on, you too have to get my spell..."</i>
Toros Monday June 20th, 2005 6:07:30 AM
"Dear friends, if you want I can also prepare the Endure Elements spell, I know it. One hour would be enough to replace them with my previously prepared spells."
"Kanchana is right to recall the meeting in the Giggling Ghost that my spirit was. There were many comments questioning about the awakening of the Sleeper, and I am afraid that what is feared by some Woldians is coming true: when the nature order is changed as such, you can never assure whether it will be for all good or bad..."
Flat-top Monday June 20th, 2005 7:34:53 AM
Flat-top is running up the road, Yelling! "Wait for Me??" As he aproches the group He Tells them "Did I miss any thing? I went to answer the call of nature, When I turnd around every body was gone, then I got lost in the Forest."
Brahmah Monday June 20th, 2005 9:55:04 AM
"I can prepare the endure spell too. Tomorrow though. I also have a scroll." Says the Captain.
Solgrin Monday June 20th, 2005 7:10:09 PM
"Gectar, my friend, I am not in need of cure disease." Solgrin says.
Zeoll Monday June 20th, 2005 9:05:13 PM
The druid bard is grateful for the Cure Disease. "Thanks! I have no desirre to be a werrewolf! Solgrrin, betterr safe than sorrry!"
Zeoll prepares one to four Endure Elements, depending on how many are needed to cover everyone.
After all are Endured up, he asks, "Shall we hit the rroad once morre, frriends?"
Kale Monday June 20th, 2005 10:13:55 PM
while everyone discusses about preparing spells, Kale will walk 30ft into the snow. if he feels that he's in any danger he will activate his boots of levitation and float above the snow.
Brahmah d20+8=28 Tuesday June 21st, 2005 7:32:52 AM
As the other discuss their issues, Brahmah turns to watch Kale. (WHOOT! Natural 20, Spot 28)
Flat-top Tuesday June 21st, 2005 7:46:47 AM
Flat-top follows his old friend Kale. He test the snow to see if it's ferm, also how cold it is. "Kale this snow is not normal is it? Where are we being led to?" He ask as he followes Kale. "Oh! Yes! I have an extra cape if your getting cold?"
Onward and upward. (DM Jim) Tuesday June 21st, 2005 8:20:58 AM
The next morning spells are discussed a little before morning devotions and everyone is on the right page. Then each goes about his own little business as they prepare to push onto Plateau City.
Kale steps across the barrier that seems to separate snow from normal in this area. He is suddenly assaulted by the cold, that seems to seep into him even around the spell that has been laid upon him. Flat-top is right on his heels as normal and speaks to him as he also feels the bite of the freezing cold, that strikes so fast as you pass the barrier. Kale finds no immediate danger that he can react to...the most obvious being this cold.
Brahmah spots little tracks in the snow of wild animals, but they do not seem to stay in the area of snow for long. In fact this area seems to be a lot different from the ground and flora that should be here...namely there is no flora. If one had to surmise, he would guess that it is like someone took a bit of another land and put it here.
As everyone moves out into the snow you all feel the bite of the cold. Despite the spell that you have up it is permeating your bodies and seeping to the bone. You keep moving feeling that if you stop you may never start moving again. Five hours later you come to the end of the snow...it just ends and the land returns to normal...errhh as normal as things have been lately.
The open areas that surround and lead to Plateau City have big ditches dug into them and the reason is all to apparant....FLOODING. Great rivers of water are running down the plateaus though most of it is being controlled by ditches that have been dug to channel the water away from the city. In fact to get to the main road that leads towards Plateau City you will need to pass across one of these.
The water is at least eight feet deep and running really fast. Those with mariner in their blood will know that to try and cross normally would be fatal. Those more in tune with nature will also be able to suggest not wading out into it unless you want to visit the sea the hard way.
Three fort saves for everyone at Fort DC 20; if failed you take 1d6 temperary strength and constitution damage from the biting cold
Zeoll (HP 18 of 18, Con 3 of 15, Str 6 of 12) d20+6=11 d20+6=7 d20+6=14 3d6(1+1+4)=6 3d6(4+5+4)=13 Tuesday June 21st, 2005 9:24:49 PM
The travel through the cold zone takes a steep toll on Zeoll (missed three saves. takes 6 Str damge and 12! Con damage! Con is at 3). The liontaur is barely upright when he emerges from the cold.
"Thank Tomi we arre clearr of that! Any morre would have killed me!" Frost covers his fur and his paws are matted with frozen blood.
He looks out at the plateaus and the massive flooding torrents in the party's way.
Zeoll lays down on the warm earth. He eats a goodberry to fortify himself. He looks at the rushing river in his way. How wide is this obstacle? All he wants to do is sleep and rest for a few days or weeks.
Toros d20=14 d20=14 d20=7 d6=3 d6=6 Wednesday June 22nd, 2005 2:18:34 AM
Whether with the help of the spells or not, for a long time the cold remains bearable for Toros (1st and 2nd d20s 14+12, 26>20), however to the end it goes beyond his threshold to stand cold and Toros feels more tired and weaker (3. d20, 7+12=19<20, 3 strength, 6 constitution damage)
The running water seems to make things worse. How on Wold they will get to the Plateau City!!
OOC: Gecktar, my friend, to make yout text Italics you use [ and ], rather than < and >
Flat-top d20+10=26 d20+10=21 d20+10=22 Wednesday June 22nd, 2005 6:35:00 AM
Flat-top pushes on, but asking Kale "Are we there Yet?" for about every 500 feet along the way. But Finaly he exits the other side, he tells Kale "Ahh! feel that warm weather, not to thaw my hooves."
Flat-top will see to the rest of the party, he'll help anybody that has problem making the exit. (Even if he has to go back into the cold)
OOC: I made all my Fort saves.
Kale d20+5=17 d20+5=23 d20+5=16 d20=16 d6=1 d6=6 d6=6 d6=2 Wednesday June 22nd, 2005 7:08:53 AM
(failed 2 saves, takes 7 str damage and 8 con damage)
stuggling along in the snow, Kale keep quiet and concentrates putting one foot in front of the other.
Solgrin d20+4=13 d20+4=23 d20+4=22 d6=5 d6=6 Wednesday June 22nd, 2005 8:25:40 AM
Solgrin moves along with the others rather slowly as he is suffering from the effects of the cold. Once on the other side of the cold area Solgrin says "Please don't make me go through another area like that."
Brahmah d20+8=13 d20+10=24 d20+8=27 d20+12=15 d20+8=17 d20+12=14 d20+12=26 d20+12=29 d20+10=17 Wednesday June 22nd, 2005 10:56:15 AM
(I will roll Survival checks vs severe weather...
failed first attempt to add +2..... rolled my fort save 24(made it!)
succeeded second attempt with a 27, will add +2 to Brahmah, Kale and Toros's saves, ... rolled my fort save 15(failed it!)(used hero point 26, SAVED)
succeeded third attempt, will add +2 to Brahmah's save 14 (failed it)(used hero point 29, SAVED)
All characters with survival SHOULD be making a check to add +2 to their save vs cold and you can help others!!)
"Don't worry Solgrin, I'm in no hurry to do THAT again myself.
DON'T step in the rivers! Undertow will kill you. Lets go around... if we can." (survival of 17 to avoid hazards specifically)
Gecktar d20+8=26 d20+8=22 d20+8=21 Wednesday June 22nd, 2005 3:20:32 PM
While other seems to suffer of the cold, Gecktar resist well. But he knows that staying in such area will kill anybody sooner or later.
Is that that awaken. Something who ravage life ?
Seeing that Zeoll is one that suffer the most ofg the cold he helps him to walk and encourages him to not stop.
OOC: thanks Toros. I never remember if it is <> or []. Last time I loose, maybe next I will win ;)
Kanchana d20+10=27 d20+10=18 d20+10=28 d6=5 d6=4 d20+12=16 d20+12=18 d20+15=34 d20+5=14 Wednesday June 22nd, 2005 3:49:31 PM
(Fort saves DC 20; rolled 27, 18, 28. Kanchana takes 5 pts temp. dmg to strength and 4 pts temp. dmg to constitution from the biting cold)
Kanchana makes it through the weird stretch of land. (Knowl. Nature 16; to see if it occurs to her that this tract of land doesn't belong here.)
"I get a funny feeling that that desolate piece of land doesn't belong there..."
Kanchana looks back at the frozen wasteland they just crossed. She then turns to face to floodplains that they must cross next. (Knowl. Nature 18, Survival 34)
"I second Brahmah on that. If we try and cross here now we will be swept down-river; and if we are lucky no one would have drowned in the swift waters."
Kanchana scans the areas above and below where they are now to see if she can spot a ford or a bridge where they can cross (Spot 14).
CDM Jerry Wednesday June 22nd, 2005 6:40:52 PM
Jim, I need to talk to both you and Justin please. IM or email me and we'll start talking. ;)
[delete this after contacting me.]
Toros-illegal second post d20=15 d20=2 d20=20 Wednesday June 22nd, 2005 7:45:54 PM
Thanks to Brahmah's guidance, Toros recalls a couple of critical rules for survival in snow and cold weather. (Failed for the 2nd, but made the 1. and 3. survival checks, 18 and 23) With the company of his friends Toros does not feel weak or tired anymore. (The 3rd survival check helps Toros recover from the effects of strength and consitution loss) He also tries to support as much as he can for anyone he sees that is having trouble. (For the first Fort check +2 to Kale and Zeoll - I think with also Brahmah's help Kale now makes the first save. For the third Fort Check +2 to Everyone)
Swept away. (DM Jim) Thursday June 23rd, 2005 12:15:31 AM
Most of the Chosen feel the effects of the freezing cold as the pass through the area. You all make it through with some difficulty but at least you have made it through. Some of you just want a nice hot bowl of soup or stew and bedrest, but you are delayed by a flooded ditch that blocks your way.
It is easily decided that you should not try and swim across as the water is moving rather fast and it would be almost impossible. You do notice that the ditch is only about fifteen feet across...maybe it would be possible to jump across. There are no bridges or other ways to get across it that you can see...there are some trees nearby that could by made into a bridge, but they would have to be cut down.
Kanchana does remember some rumors...rumors remember...that tell of a land that is frozen over. The cold is suppose to be unbearable there and you could freeze to death in minutes. Still this is most likely a myth as noone has actually seen it, it is all second hand knowledge.
Gecktar Thursday June 23rd, 2005 5:12:23 AM "Well, I'm not very versed in jumping such gap. I'm almost sure that I will finish in the river." says Gecktar.
Looking around for some other solution he adds "Maybe there another choice"
Kale Thursday June 23rd, 2005 9:41:53 AM
(OOC, by having help with my saves, im now downt to 12 str and 16 con.)
"I can get across." Kale says between chattering teeth, "But I cant do anything for the rest of you. Maybe we should rest here and think on it a bit."
Brahmah Thursday June 23rd, 2005 10:18:56 AM
"Its times like these I miss my flying cape." He looks sad.
"We should look for another way. Kale, can you port us all across?"
Zeoll (HP 18 of 18, Con 3 of 15, Str 6 of 12) Thursday June 23rd, 2005 11:06:57 AM
Beginning to recover mentally, if not physically, from the cold, Zeoll says, "Look! It is only 15 feet acrross! Why don't we find a few solid fallen trrees, haul them overr, and use them as a bridge. Maybe we can lash them togetherr orr use Wood Shape spells."
"If that takes a day, fine. We can use the time to heal up frrom this frrost. We could use some Rrestorration magic."
Flat-top Thursday June 23rd, 2005 12:30:25 PM
Flat-top looks to the other side, then tell the rest of the party, "Do we still have a 50' rope? I think I can jump to the other side. If we can tie one end to a tree and over hand to the other side where I'd be waiting? What do you think Captain? Are we strong enough to try? If not can we try tomorow?"
Toros d20=1 Thursday June 23rd, 2005 9:17:26 PM
"I have a rope and am thinking in the line of Flat-top's suggestion."
Then Toros tries to estimate what and how to do next but cannot further his thoughts. (wisdom check d20, 1+2, 3)
OOC: Jim, what should be the difficulty level of using rope to pass to the other side of
Brahmah Thursday June 23rd, 2005 11:12:22 PM
"Someone is attempting to bar our way. We can not cross here. Kanchana agrees that this is a strong flow. We need to manage another way across."
Parting the Red Ditch. (JimW) Friday June 24th, 2005 12:32:46 AM
Several ideas are thrown out by the group as to how to get across. Some would find it easy work to jump across the ditch but others may find it harder, especially in thier weakened state.
There are no downed trees that you can see about you, but there are trees that could be chopped down to make a bridge. Most of the trees are only about four feet wide and it would take a couple of them to at least make a suitable bridge.
The idea of a rope being spanned across the ditch is also thrown out to the group. This would also seem to be a good plan, but maybe not in the weakened condition that some of the group is in. Does the group want to risk this venture to make it across.
Resting has also been brought up and then tackling this job in the morning. It seems logical in that certain spells would allow the group to get across with minimal risk to anyone. No real decision are made right away as the group has many options that they have suggested.
One thing is for certain...someone does not want the group to get to Plateau City...or this all could just be coincidence.
As the group talks they suddenly hear several high pitched laughs that seem to come from all around them. Though you cannot see anything and there is very little to hide behind or in. Off in the distance you see a group of elves making thier way across the plateau heading in the direction of The Culverwoods.
Using rope to get across would be very difficult or slightly easier. It all depends on how you plan to do it. :)
Kanchana Friday June 24th, 2005 1:33:17 AM
Kanchana looks at the laughing Elves across the way. She takes a chance and hails them.
"Hello there Good Folk!" Kanchana waves at the Elves in a friendly manner. "Do you know of any fords or bridges that can be used to cross the river?"
Kanchana is calling out in Common; she doesn't speak Elvish. Kanchana approaches the group of Elves at a walk. He movements and tone of voice indicate only friendly intent.
Solgrin Friday June 24th, 2005 5:11:52 AM
Solgrin spends time trying to warm himself up some then looks over to Brahmah and asks "why not do a combination of the bridge and the rope? This way going across would be easier as there would then be a hand-hold for people to use on the way across."
Kale Friday June 24th, 2005 7:16:52 AM
"No, I cant 'port everyone across." Kale tells Brahmah. "Just myself."
Brahmah Friday June 24th, 2005 1:00:15 PM
Knowing the answer before he even askes, Brahmah asks Kale, "I don't suppose we each, in turn, could use your boots?" He smirks at the minotaur with a wink. Thinking to himself. 'I'd say no personally.'
Toros Friday June 24th, 2005 9:06:13 PM
Wondering if his newly discovered affinity with them would do anything, Toros also waves to the Elves together with Kanchana. Then he hears Brahmah's suggestion to Kale, which reminds him the seal of flying he keeps and shares this information with others. " I also still have the seal of flying. If you want to use it now, we can. We can all fly over the land for 10 minutes, if it would be enough."
Giggling innocence. (DM Jim) Saturday June 25th, 2005 1:09:30 AM
Kanchana and Toros both try to get the elves attention but to thier amazement the elves do not seem to notice them. Even at the two hundred yards away that they are they should have seen you. There are several ditches in the way of them getting to you but what is going on.
Kanchana and Zeoll feel a reverberation throught thier bodies, as if someone or something was talking to them. Highlight to display spoiler: {"Sister...Brother. Join us. Power is yours. Take it."} The voice is persistant for a time as it keeps echoeing in your bodies. You feel a pull to do what it asks and it has the taint of nature around it.
Once again the giggling is heard and a voice like bells rings out. "They will not hear your calls. They will not see you either." The voice giggles again and you have a sense that something is out of place.
Gecktar Sunday June 26th, 2005 3:17:36 AM
Gecktar looks at the enthralled elves not really understanding what's happening.
"Well about chopping trees I thing that Kanchana and Zeoll may have some objection." he says.
"Well now we must have another solution. What about just travellng a bit along the river if there isn't a more convenient path ?"
Solgrin Sunday June 26th, 2005 2:35:35 PM
Solgrin starts to head up the other direction from Kanchana looking for another way across trying to stay in view of the other Chosen while doing this.
Kanchana d20+10=14 Sunday June 26th, 2005 8:05:24 PM
Kanchana looks sceptical as the elves do not answer or even look at her. 'Strange.' Then a voice in her head makes her stop dead in her tracks. 'Mother Wold has never spoken of power before. She speaks of protection and nuturing. It feels like part of Nature though...' Kanchana thinks. 'Is this false? Some type of pretender?'
Kanchana feels very unsure and turns back towards the others. She looks for some sort of confirmation, a validation of what she has heard. 'Mother guide me!
The tug and the feeling of power is enticing, but it doesn't really feel like what the druidess is wont to feel from the Mother.
"Nothing is ever free..." Kanchana tells herself. Kanchana waivers somewhat in her beliefs, but still is uncertain about the source of the feeling and voice. (will check 14!)
Kanchana retreats back to the others as something; some one, giggles and a bell rings from out of nowhere. She fights the urge not to say out loud; 'I know they can't hear me, I saw that for myself!'.
"Did any of you feel a strange surge and hear an odd voice?" Kanchana asks the others; her uncertainty clear in her voice.
Zeoll d20+9=10 Sunday June 26th, 2005 11:43:02 PM
Zeoll listens to the voice and remembers how his Animal Summoning and Charm spells worked so well.
"That sounds prretty good to me," he says, totally missing the more sinister nuances. (Will save nat 1!)
The liontaur calls out, "Frriends of Naturre! Show yourrself and we will talk morre of this powerr."
Zeoll wonders. "Something seems out of place?"
Flat-top (Sub Jay B) Monday June 27th, 2005 2:30:43 AM
"We should wait for Kanchana and Solgrin to return."
Kale Monday June 27th, 2005 6:46:09 AM
"My boots would only work for me and you." Kale says a bit defensivly. "Id need four of them for the others."
Toros Monday June 27th, 2005 8:53:07 AM
When Toros receives no response from the Elves, this makes him think that the special bond between him and the elves is coming to an end perhaps. Surprised to notice the strange sitution that his Druid fiends are involved, Toros comments "Hey Zeoll, Kanchana what is going on, what is that surge and voice are you talking about??!!"
Brahmah Monday June 27th, 2005 2:35:25 PM
Brahmah raises his hand to Kale. "Okay, okay, I get. No problem." He smiles.
"Hey, why haven't those elves answered?" He asks, just noticing the elves.
Pixie help. (DM Jim) Tuesday June 28th, 2005 12:44:25 AM
As if you had not asked for it three pixies pop out of nothingness. The one in the middle steps forward and cuts a bow, a smile never leaving it's face. "We maybe able to help." The two on the outside of the middle one turn their heads as if to look at the one in the middle, obvious surprise upon their faces. The one in the middle stands and then looks to each of the Chosen in turn. "You need a way across and we deem you worthy enough to help out." You do notice that the tinkling of bells is partly the sound of their voices as they talk, as if constantly laughing about something.
The elves have moved on another hundred yards or so, away from you. It is true that the do not have seemed to notice you or anything out of the ordinary in this direction.
Brahmah Tuesday June 28th, 2005 5:53:54 AM
Brahmah whispers to Kale. "Pixies are untrustworthy tricksters."
Kanchana Tuesday June 28th, 2005 8:04:14 AM
Kanchana doesn't know what to say about the voice et.al. really.
"You didn't hear a voice talking about power and taking power?" Kanchana worriedly asks Toros.
Kanchana takes a minute or so before noticing the itsy bitsy Pixies.
Kale Tuesday June 28th, 2005 9:15:45 AM
"I know." Kale whispers back to Brahmah. "Tell them we dont need their help."
OOC - is the water frozen with it being so cold?
Gecktar Tuesday June 28th, 2005 10:12:43 AM
Gecktar wince from surprise when the pixies suddenly appears.
"Who are you ? and what are you doing here. Is it your territory ?"
"Well thank you for trusting us worthy of your attention. But how do you intend to help us."
Development ACDM Cayzle Tuesday June 28th, 2005 11:27:37 AM
Friends, the DMs of the Wold had a conversation last year about Taurs. We agreed that we had to revamp the rules for them. The new rules for Taurs are now under review on the Rules Board. Since every player in this game will be affected, I encourage you all to visit the board to comment.
Thanks!
Flat-top Tuesday June 28th, 2005 3:42:03 PM
"Pixies! Ah! Yes! Pixies! The laugh and trick people, just for the fun of it. We Have met some of you folks back at Center Island Where there was a problen with the Bleu Wine. I remember It was a Satyr with a big tirsh for the wine. Quite an adventure and a lot of fun." Flat-top tell the rest of the party. But he'll wait for Kanchana to get back.
Zeoll d20+20=38 Tuesday June 28th, 2005 6:17:55 PM
Zeoll, still entranced by the idea of the power in nature, and remembering the happy experiences the Chosen had with sprites in the past, steps forward.
"Hello frreinds! That is verry kind of you. We would be grateful forr yourr assistance. And maybe we could have a sit and a chat. I bet we have storries to tell each otherr." [Diplomacy 38 to befriend them.]
Solgrin Tuesday June 28th, 2005 6:57:01 PM
Solgrin looks around for the source of the voices then after a few moments spots the pixies. Solgrin then smiles at them and says "that would be of great help."
Solgrin then looks to the other Chosen and waits to see what happens.
OOC: Jim, could you please let me know what I found if anything when I went looking for a way across.
Brahmah Tuesday June 28th, 2005 8:01:22 PM
(OOC: Sam(Kale), fast moving water, rapids anyway, rarely freezes due to its sheer speed. However, if magic is afoot, I would think anything is possible.)
Looking at the pixies, at Kale and thinking about the diplomatic solution, he says. "Fey are worthy folk, however, we know many are also tricksters. What can you say to make us believe you?" He askes with a smile.
Toros Tuesday June 28th, 2005 9:41:04 PM "Now I see..." Now that he can see the Pixies as a justification of what is being heard Toros makes sense a bit better of what is going on. But he does not understand why these cute creatures are treated like that - that Chosen should be careful of them, they look so lovely and pretty!!
Fae in the pot. (DM Jim) Tuesday June 28th, 2005 10:42:58 PM
Solgrin returns from his little look around to find the pixies offering help it would seem to the group. He had found not other ways around the water, as it seems to stretch all the way from Plateau City and then way out as far as you can see in the other direction.
Little trust is given to the pixies as some of the Chosen seem to have thier doubts about these notorious tricksters. Zeoll is one of the few that steps forward to try and make friends with the pixies, his full charm is turned in that direction.
The lead pixie smiles at Zeoll but frowns at the rest of the group, a sour look upon his face. "Well that would be a chance you must take." He looks to Zeoll and then takes on a new tone as he speaks, seeming almost enamored with the taur. "Yes...stories, dance, drink and much singing....that is what is called for here." He claps his little hands and the other two shakes their heads, moving off to the side. Within minutes four large tables are set up with no chairs, set in a sort of cirlce. With another clap of his hands the tables are suddenly filled with the most mouth watering treats and food as you have ever seen. Pitchers of scented wine send waves of fruity fragrances in your direction.
With a howl of pure delight the three pixies decend upon the meal as well, eating and drinking as the watch the group. The lead pixie motions for Zeoll to move over and be next to him. "We have heard of one called the Fae King that has returned...seems he was beaten for the time being by a group of little halflings...amazing creatures halflings." He smiles as he takes a drink from a crystal goblet. "Parnath is also rumored to be gathering forces for an aparant assault....I do believe that is where those elves were headed." He waits for that little bit of information to settle in and see if anyone has any other questions.
Kanchana will remember seeing the halflings fighting a satyr, the Fae King? while she was at one with Mother Wold. She has also seen this flooding that they now face so that they can reach Plateau City.
[Will DC 18 or feel the great need to feast at the tables: anyone that fails will move to the table and begin to eat and cannot be persuaded to stop this round]
Brahmah Wednesday June 29th, 2005 4:14:34 AM
The Captain doesn't even resist the feast, he hasn't eaten in two days and is starving. He eats, drinks and drinks and drinks. Hunger has over-powered reason. "Oooo... spiced apple cider!"
Gecktar d20+7=18 d20+7=20 Wednesday June 29th, 2005 5:46:25 AM
Gecktar looks at the beautiful meal served on the tables. For an instant he was unable to resist but shaking his head he stays where he is for a moment trying to remember something about Parnath.
(OOC will save 18, Knowledge religion 20)
Flat-top d20+4=18 Wednesday June 29th, 2005 9:34:24 AM
Flat-top after hearing of the Spice Apple Cider, Flat-top advances to the table BUT stops? One of the Pixies mention the Fay King also something about Parnorth?? Knowing he's being watch, Flat-top will start to dance (he will do the High Land Fling) "I Hope this will fool then for a while, At least until he can figure out what they want and Whitch Taur is under their Comtrolle?"
Kale d20+2=8 Wednesday June 29th, 2005 9:57:10 AM
knowing that its a mistake, Kale none the less goes over and begins to eat and drink with the pixies. "This is good." he mumbles as he stuffes his face(will save of 8)
Zeoll d20+9=11 d20+6=20 d20+20=28 Wednesday June 29th, 2005 1:04:36 PM
"Mmmm. This looks so tasty!"
Zeoll enjoys the meal with gusto.
In between bites, he tells his new friend, "You know, we have two trrained barrds in ourr company, including myself. Afterr the meal we can enjoy some rrevelrrie."
[OOC: Bardic Lore check 20 to know about Parnoth]
"You know, I must admit I have hearrd little about this Fae King. But as a drruid I have felt the strrength of Naturre lately. And I know that Parrnoth is the evil drragon rrulerr of a forrest rrealm. Is that nearr herre? If the Fae King is against Parrnoth, then that makes him a good guy in my song."
"Speaking of villains like Parrnoth, we have had experrience with some bad guys of ourr own. We arre headed to the city yonderr to find out morre about ourr own enemies. Yourr aid in crrossing this turrgid rriverr, after the food and song, will surre be a big help!"
"By the way, my name is Zeoll. And who is the host of this wonderrful feast?"
[Continuing Diplomacy roll 28]
Kanchana d20+10=28 Wednesday June 29th, 2005 3:30:28 PM
Kanchana politely declines the food and drink, "thank you kindly for the offer but I am not really hungry right now." (Will check 28)
Kanchana remembers the images of halflings and a fae creature.
"Tell me more about the halflings please. I know so little about those people and their deeds," Kanchana asks the pixies politely.
She also remembers the images of flooding and concentrates hard to try and remember the details of that "vision"; she hopes to try and remember whether or not she "saw" any solutions to their current dilemma or not.
Solgrin d20+6=15 Wednesday June 29th, 2005 3:41:00 PM
Solgrin accepts the food and drink offered by the pixies with out any pause. (will save 15 Failed)
Toros d20=9 d20=8 Wednesday June 29th, 2005 9:21:29 PM
Although he wants to taste all these nice food Toros resists to his usual cheeky greed (9+10 > 19, failed to eat the pixies food) and eats his own food besides others and joins the conversations "I am sort of on a diet, trying not to be tempted by delicious food. However if you want to have some fun just call me." When he sees Flat-top starts dancing, Toros acts to provide a background melody for his dance (perform check, 13).
OOC: Well come back Ceil, nice to know that your health condition has recovered.
Pixie feast and festivities. (DM Jim) Wednesday June 29th, 2005 10:41:40 PM
Those that eat find the food to be the best they have had in a long time. Though you eat to what would be classified to excess you still find that you are having no ill effects.
Those that do not partake of the food find that whatever they eat does not seem to have the most satisfying quality about it. In fact the more you sit and smell that food the hungrier you get (Will DC 20 or take to the table to have your fill).
The lead pixie looks to Zeoll and nods his head. "Sorry...the name is Flip or that will have to do as my name is a little long and I do not like to have to say all of it." He looks around to the others and smiles though he does seem a little hurt by the reaction of some. He turns back to Zeoll and nods his head again. "Yes Panath is the same one that you are talking about. The Fae King has taken arms against him and several others or so it is told. Giving power to the Fae Folk especially the elves...who sang the song to bring him back." He snaps his fingers and more music takes up to accompany the song of Toros and the dancing of Flat-top.
Looking to Kanchana he smiles and motions her to at least take a seat near him so that he does not have to crane to see everyone. "Ahhh...those halflings met the Fae King in the Culverwoods...born to one of their own kind from what I hear but perverted to come out a satyr. He lead a fight against the druids that had showed up to stop him and those daring wee folk lent a hand. Seems he lost that little fight and had to lick his wounds. Though none of us would have expected it from that group...newly began you understand." As he speaks Kanchana remembers what she saw and it matches many of the details. She also reflects upon the floods that she saw but remembers nothing that would be of use in getting across...though she did see some "GoldDragons" making the ditches that you see with magic.
Gecktar is able to pull up most of the same knowledge that Zeoll does about Parnoth. This is one very bad dragon that rules by might but is still respected by some as he does not overstep his bounds as much as most dragons.
Flat-top d20+4=11 Thursday June 30th, 2005 6:24:16 AM
Flat-top is getting weaker ans hungry as he had put the last of his energy into a dance. He stops dancing (all out of breath) and ask the piexies "I'm very thirsty! may I have some of that sweet cider?". Flat-top will take a big mug of the Sweet Juice and will not be able to resist the food, becauce He's hungry as a horse."
OOC Please don't beat me guys, hunger will make you do strange things?? beside I did not make my save.
Kale Thursday June 30th, 2005 7:00:23 AM
not paying attention to anyone at the moment, Kale continues to shove food into his face. "Have any smokes?" he asks the nearest pixie
Brahmah Thursday June 30th, 2005 5:14:45 PM
The ranger doesn't know how to respond to this newest information, so he simple listens.
Solgrin Thursday June 30th, 2005 6:21:01 PM
Solgrin continues to eat while listening.
Kanchana d20+10=14 Thursday June 30th, 2005 9:30:25 PM
Kanchana sits down near the pixie and takes some food; however she will drink water with the food. Kanchana will do her best to eat only a small portion of the food since she vividly remembers the pixie food from that strange inn...
"Somebody 'dug' those new channels for the water now blocking our path, I seem to recall. Who or what are "golddragons"?" Kanchana asks the pixie hosts politely.
(will save 14... failed)
Zeoll d20+6=11 d20+13=31 Thursday June 30th, 2005 9:50:16 PM
"Flip, it is a pleasurre to meet you and yourr frriends. Herre, trry a piece of this! It's delicious."
The liontaur listens with a bard's ear to the story of the Fae King's birth.
"I'm confused." he says. "I thought the Fae King was awoken, not borrn. Wasn't he asleep somewherre?"
"And why did drruids attack the King? That doesn't sound rright." Zeoll ponders (makes a bard lore check of 11 -- and he IS a druid) ... "I have hearrd that cirrcles of drruids with differrent goals will strruggle with each otherr. It must have been something like that. Maybe the Monsterr-Favorring drruids oppose the Elven Factions?"
"Well, Naturre, rred in tooth and claw! She does love a good fight!"
If the meal is winding down, Zeoll will take out his drums and start a simple tune (Perform 31!).
Toros d20=9 Thursday June 30th, 2005 10:32:27 PM
Toros's mind remains indifferent to the meal offered (same roll as last turn, 19) but his tummy does not do so (with the increased DC, 20, now failed, he he). The liontaur looks at his own food he is trying to eat and the delicious food he is trying not to eat and others are enjoying... Then he takes the initiative and, as a full round action uses his claws and both hands to attack the food.... .... .... Hmmm, perhaps he should have enlarged first to be able to eat more of these so tasty food.
Pixie information. (DM Jim) Friday July 1st, 2005 1:17:26 AM
A pixie to the right of Kale, not Flip, hands him a pipe that he pulls from thin air and then a pouch as well. He hands them over and smiles. "The weed is rather mellow and you should like it." He pulls out another pipe and lights it up after putting in some of the same weed. He lazily blows smoke rings into the air and sighs.
Flip looks to Zeoll and Kanchana and nods his head. "Our kind were kind of wondering that as well." He gives a slight smile as he speaks the next bit. "We area notoriously tricky race and know how some minds work...that and we would not want to be tricked ourselves." He pulls out a pipe and puffs on it a little as he thinks over the questions. "I believe and this is only speculation mind you...the Fae King was only like a spirit resting but needed a physical body to come back in...it appears that he has chosen one and then adjusted it to suit him." The pixie shrugs his shoulders as he thinks some more. "We figure that the Fae King was beaten only because he has not reached his full power...as for the druids..." He shrugs and then blows a few more smoke rings himself. "Surely you have felt the changes in nature lately...the power is nice and all but at what cost and did Mother Wold approve of this?" He leaves you all with some very good answers and more questions to boot...ohhh it makes the head hurt.
He turns to Kanchana then and smiles though he is slightly surprised and you can tell it. "The GoldDragons are a group based in the city that you travel to...they are most likely the most well known group to ever adventure on the Wold." He waves his hand and the tables are gone and everyone finds themselves laying upon cushions. The invisible band continues to play softly as you sit around and talk.
Flip gives Brahmah a smiles that tells his is about to reveal something that maybe surprising. "It may seem unusual but we know of the quest that your group is now taking." He waits a few seconds and then continues with his information. "I know that what he seeks is an ancient weapon...a sword. As to where it is that is something that even we do not know...then again it is a tainted blade and we do not want it." His face takes on a sour expression and he shakes his head. "Though to see it destroyed would be nice." His face takes on a pained expression as he looks to all the taurs in turn. "You must also know that the war has begun in your own lands and at it's head is Vargas...he crusades to put Marteaus on top and the taurs under his thumb." You notice that he sees no humor in anything that he is telling you, in fact he seems rather upset.
Kale Friday July 1st, 2005 6:58:55 AM
after taking a drag from the pipe, Kale lies back and relaxes on his large pillow. he listens to everything the pixies say, and he knows he should be worried or upset, but food was too good and the smoke soothing, so he just lies back and looks at the sky, letting the effects of the smoke roll over him.
Flat-top Friday July 1st, 2005 7:32:12 AM
Is enjoying his meal, he was hungrier that he first though. He eats on UNTIL he hears the part of Taur Island... He stop eating, a tear come to his eyes, as he remembers how they had to leave their home and island to the High Cleric's Army. As all three Hight Cleric demamde that they turn over the two special Taurs and their mothers. He is glad that they are safely hidden away. Gloom passes over his face, turns to Brahmah telling him "I have to go back! Captain! We have to go back! Even if it means my life. We have to go back!"
Brahmah Friday July 1st, 2005 7:35:35 AM
His eyes are stone cold. "He will not succeed. If Vargas is the head, he searches for his fangs. We can't allow him to get it."
He looks at Kanchana and nods toward a private corner of the gathering. He stands, walks to the farthest corner and waits for her to get close enough for only her to hear (and the few invisible pixies). "Are you sure this blade you have isn't what he's looking for? We REALLY don't want to serve him 'The Weapon' on a golden platter! What did Amada say EXACTLY about this sword?"
Gecktar d20+8=10 Friday July 1st, 2005 10:13:38 AM
After taking place at the table and eating some of the meal (will save 10), Gecktar is just satisfied when all plates disapear.
He begin to puttogether the puzzle : an ancient sword, the Fae king looking for the sword, Vargas leading armies to assay the power of Marteus, Kanchana ownoing an ancient sword...
Zeoll Friday July 1st, 2005 5:30:34 PM
The liontaur laughs as the food disappears, and again when he sees that their fey host is deeper than he let on at first.
"Frriend Flip, you know morre than you say, and say less than you think! I suspect ourr meeting herre is not the rrandom chance that it seemed at firrst. Cleverr Flip, you have given us a good chunk of news, and that's forr surre."
Zeoll muses out loud. "Varrgas taking his warr to ourr home ... searrching forr an ancient tainted sworrd ... "
Zeoll, lost in thought, reaches his hand into his thick mane. He scratches his head as he thinks aloud "... an evil sworrd ... a sworrd that has been touched ... a black sworrd ..."
The liontaur wriggles his fingers deep into his mane. The beads and feathers braided into it click and click and click. The liontaur tugs at his locks, gripping tighter "... 'a blade of darrk and grreat powerr' ... 'lost, but some seek it' ... "
Zeoll's voice takes on a new timbre, the sound of a trained bard reciting words he has heard and memorized. His fingers are now deeply entangled in his hair and in the vine he was given by the tentacle plant, that he wears like a wreath. He pulls and pulls as his voice continues calmly.
" ... 'You will know the sworrd when you see it' ... 'jet black' ... 'and rreeking of an evil aurra to all' ..."
The liontaur is now pulling so hard that his hair starts to give way. His damaged scalp leaks blood down his forehead and cheeks, but Zeoll does not seem to notice. He says, in a loud commanding voice not entirely his own:
" 'I will not have my work used in such a way.' "
You might notice that Zeoll speaks these words with no trace of his usual accent.
The liontaur breathes hard. He catches his breath for a minute. Then he looks around at Flip and his friends. "Parrdon me," he says in his usual voice, wiping blood from his brow as if it were sweat. "I think I nodded off therre for a second. Too much good food. And it's so warrm!"
"Anyway, Flip, tell us morre about this evil sworrd. Something about it sticks in my mind."
Toros Saturday July 2nd, 2005 1:15:07 AM
Toros does not know what to comment, trying not to beaten by his could-be-misleading first reactions. He takes note of what he has heard to be used when the suitable time comes and just listens. He is not hungry anymore but continues to take some occasional - routine bites from the remaining food of his own. It is same for his drinks too.
Solgrin Saturday July 2nd, 2005 3:29:21 AM
Taking the occational bite of food Solgrin continues to listen to the others and begins to think on what has been happening.
Pixie play. (DM Jim) Saturday July 2nd, 2005 5:31:54 PM
Flip listens to what is said, that he can hear anyways and shakes his head. "Tis nothing really...we do not get to talk much with anyone." He glances to Zeoll and smiles again. "From time to time we like to just visit and chat...though most have taken up with the Fae King...our kind that is...but...." He just shrugs as he seems at a loss for what to say really. He does have his doubts and so do the two that are with him but they will not put their necks out yet.
Pipes and weed are passed around to those that seek it. It is a mild weed that is pure to the taste and leaves an aftertaste of butternut. The discussion goes on amid the ghostly music that the pixies have conjured. To tell the truth it is rather relaxing for all of you, though you have gotten some things to think about.
Kanchana has a feeling that the sword that she holds is meant for something else. A sword that has been talked about would be hard pressed to hide it's taint that well. This blade has the feels of power in it but one meant for good...it also has a sense of nature around it that is strange in this type of metal sword.
Kanchana Monday July 4th, 2005 1:11:56 AM
Kanchana heads off after Brahmah. She reiterates what Amada told her. "I believe this dratted thing might be that sword. It doesn't feel tainted tough - not evil anyway - but it is most likely cold iron and I would imagine that fae would think that tained only for that reason."
Kanchana looks off in the direction where the city should be. "I think that the Gold Dragons are supposed to have this sword though, and once they have it ans Solgrin has got what he needs from that guild of his we find the quickest way back to the isles." Kanchana looks over at Brahmah to see whether or not he thinks she said anything useful.
Toros Monday July 4th, 2005 5:38:52 AM
The open talk about a very dangerous weapon that Kanchana might be holding and this great coincidence to meet such generous pixies suddenly makes Toros think over again what is going on, and raise some questions. He does not express them yet, but just to make sure there is nothing troublesome he casts a Detect Evil spell, trying to attract attention as little as possible from the others, which should not be a problem as he is just seeming to enjoy his food on his own, sitting on one corner of the table.
(Hope you do not mind to update Toros's spellist with Detect Evil Spell, after our paladin, Leets, has left us)
Solgrin Monday July 4th, 2005 5:44:08 AM
Solgrin continues to listen to what the others have to say then looks to Brahmah and Kachana. After a moment Solgrin then quietly asks the two "so, is it a battle magic or support type of mage you looking for?"
Kale Monday July 4th, 2005 6:58:45 AM
"You all worry too much." Kale tells everyone as he looks up at the sky. "It will all work itself out." then he takes another drag off his pipe.
Brahmah Monday July 4th, 2005 7:16:54 AM
The Captain nods in understanding to Kanchana. "We should get that sword to the Gold Dragons then, before going to fight Vargas. Looks like we'll be handling your mission after all, Kanchana." He smiles.
The looking at Solgrin, "Oh, yeah.... geez... um, I'm not an arcanist and know little of the arts, but support is ALWAYS good. Offensive is better... if you have a great offense, there is no need for defense." He winks at Solgrin, then snaps a look at Kanchana, "Urm, I mean, diplomacy..." He blushes a bit. "It's up to you Solgrin my friend."
Gecktar Monday July 4th, 2005 7:56:24 AM
Gecktar looks at Kale and smile. aybe he is right and all Chosen worry about things that do not need to be worried about.
"Friend Kale, would you like to share your pipe with me a moment. I think I need to relax and take things as they come."
"Well, our next destination ? Plateau city ?"
Kanchana Monday July 4th, 2005 3:16:35 PM
Kanchana laughs heartily at Brahmah's comment. "That's alright I understood what you meant." Kanchana smiles broadly.
Zeoll Monday July 4th, 2005 7:07:29 PM
"Huh" says the liontaur.
"Well, hows about helping us acrross this waterrway?"
Flat-top Tuesday July 5th, 2005 5:53:45 AM
Flat-top stands there listening to what is being said, He eats the last of his salad. Then tell the group, "I agree that the sword should go the Gold Dragons, But let us cross the waters first!"
Flat-top will go to the edge of the waters, and gage the distance to the other shore, how fast the water flows and about what kind of chance he has jumping to the other side. All this ha does while he trots up and down this side of the waters.
Zeoll (second confused post) Tuesday July 5th, 2005 6:59:50 AM
"Hey! Wait a minute! Why arre we giving this imporrtant sworrd to a bunch of human adventurrerrs? I thought we werre talking about the otherr sworrd. I don't know what business it is of some grroup of people we neverr met."
Kanchana (illegal second post + some OOC info) Tuesday July 5th, 2005 5:56:17 PM
Kanchana and Brahmah (and Solgrin?) were discussing the sword away from the group.
((I do not believe that Kanchana has actually mentioned giving away the black sword she is carrying to the group as a whole. I think only Brahmah; and maybe Solgrin and Zeoll even know anything about giving away the sword; but I and not entirely certain! Regardless Kanchana will give the sword to any goodly person/group that has a rightful claim to it. She cannot wield it nor does she ever want to meet the Fae King personally!)) ;)
A little sleep. (DM Jim) Tuesday July 5th, 2005 8:49:21 PM
The pixies produce more pipes and some of that mellow weed to any that seeks it. They continue to smoke absently as the listen to the Chosen talk amongst themselves.
As everyone settles in for a little bit of a siesta after such a big meal...it does feel good to rest with a full belly. Flip smiles and shakes his head. "Of course we will help you across that water...but you may want to rest a little first...a big meal brings on sleep and it is not good to travel too hard upon a full stomach." He puffs a few more smoke rings into the air as he lazes back in his cushion enjoying the company and the music.
As if brought on by his words the Chosen start to feel the effects of food...or is it something more? You suddenly feel very tired and your eyes are hard kept to stay open. Soon it is too much and you feel your heads begin to slide onto your chests (Fort DC 38 to stay awake).
[Yes you are meant to not pass that check unless you are very lucky. I need you asleep but it is not in your nature to give up easily. Just thought you might like to know so you do not waste a hero point.]
[The sword that Kanchana holds is not black in any way shape or form. It is a dull metal that is has nature patterns carved and molded into it.]
Brahmah Tuesday July 5th, 2005 10:16:50 PM
As if by instinct, Brahmah grabs the hilts of his swords ready to draw, before falling into a VERY deep slumber.
[OOC: Yeah! I think even the Platnum Dragons and the Talons would have issues with that save DC... sense we're not going to pass it anyway, I was just wondering what sort of effect THAT is?! :)]
Solgrin Wednesday July 6th, 2005 1:27:48 AM
Nodding to what Brahmah says Solgrin starts to think about what all has to be done when they reach Plateau city as he falls asleep.
Flat-top Wednesday July 6th, 2005 6:35:03 AM
Flat-top pases back and forth, measuring with his eye-ball the distancs across that water. He does not notice the he's slowing down, his eyes a blurry, and Yawns now and then. Finally he falls asleep on his hoves (because that's the way a Centaur sleep) leaning on his shield and spear, Fast asleep.ZZZzzz snore zzzZZZ
Kale d20+5=8 Wednesday July 6th, 2005 6:50:53 AM
before the fairy even finishes his sentence, Kale is asleep, dreaming his dreames
Brahmah Wednesday July 6th, 2005 10:12:14 AM
ZZZzzz....
Gecktar d20+8=13 Wednesday July 6th, 2005 12:13:59 PM
Gecktar feels very tired and even while resisting falls asleep in few seconds...
Kanchana Wednesday July 6th, 2005 5:53:13 PM
Kanchana nods off asleep while talking with Brahmah.
Zeoll d20=9 Wednesday July 6th, 2005 6:49:05 PM
The liontaur finds himself drifting off.
Toros d20=20 Wednesday July 6th, 2005 10:14:32 PM These creatures are playing a trick to ussss......zzzzzz
OOC: Almost made the save with a natural 2...zzzzz
An unseemly situation. (DM Jim) Wednesday July 6th, 2005 11:02:29 PM
Standing some six feet from the Chosen is a drow elf female. She is dressed all in black except for white tattooing that can be seen upon her arms and belly, which is exposed by low cut pants and high cut tunic. Her purple hair is bound in a single ponytail and thrown over her right shoulder casually. Through her open cloak you notice a purple rose upon her tunic over her heart. Her eyes flash as she watches the group slowly come to...one silver and the other green. She has the back of her right hand slightly covering her mouth, hiding a smile as her eyes dance with mirth. You will notice a medallion hangs around her neck though only Solgrin will recognize it as a symbol of the Star Mage Guild. "The Chosen I would presume." Her voice is soft and light but sort of sings...errr actually she is singing to talk. As she shigts slightly you see a rapier on her left hip and dagger on her right...the strange part is that she is accompanied by a black raven that has it's head cocked looking at you.
As you slowly come to from your impromptu sleep you notice first that you are completely naked...well as naked as a taur can get. Each persons' equipment is layed out next to them neatly. All wealth is stacked in piles and magical items sorted in some strange order that you do not recognize.
The sun is not so high in the sky but you would put it at about nine in the morning. You also notice that you are indeed upon the other side of the ditch as the pixies promised...though maybe not as you would have intended. Written in the dirt nearby you notice a message in multiple colors...Safely across we got you....have a nice day. ~ Flip Among your posessions some of your find your pipe that you had been smoking along with a nice sack of that mellow weed.
The spell that put you to sleep was part pixie magic and part magic in the food and drink. The magic cast by the pixies was further inhanced by the return of the Fae King, which they were not aware would happen. :)
Solgrin and Rozca Thursday July 7th, 2005 3:21:46 AM
As soon as Solgrin wakes up he quickly scans about to see where Rozca is at. Rozca watch my gear while I talk with the drow. Once he knows this Solgrin then acknowledges the female elf watching us. "Pleased to meet you ???? I am Solgrin one of the Chosen of Domi." Solgrin says as he walks closer with his hand out in greeting. "Where exactly are we currently?" Solgrin asks.
ooc: italics is mental communication with rozca only.
Toros under the house rules a nat 20 is alwas a success. "CRITICAL HITS AND FUMBLES: We will use the 3.5E rules for critical hits. We add to that the rule that all rolled 1's automatically miss and all 20's always hit, on skills, saves, any roll of a one fails and any roll of a 20 succeeds."
Flat-top Thursday July 7th, 2005 6:59:45 AM
Flat-top slowly wakes, "Ohh! Where was I? Oh! yes measuring the with of the water. Now Let's see?? What this? The waters are behind me?? Those Pixies did this! But how can I be mad at them, they did get me across unharmed."
Flat-top looks around to see where the rest of his friends, Smiles to himself as he spots Kanchana hurring to put a Tunic on her bead upper torso, "Hmmm! Nice! But I better look the other way or she'll be mad at me again."
Flat-top washes himself, puts his tunic on, then his Chainmailm, gathers his equipment and will slowly go to be with Slogrin (who is speaking to this beautiful two legged Taur.)
Rozca(ceil) Thursday July 7th, 2005 7:05:15 AM
Rozca Who was sleeping under his hair, opens her eyes, streaches a little bit. "OK! Master" Then flies to his pile of gear and tries to made a little bed to snooze with one eye open.
Kale Thursday July 7th, 2005 9:41:40 AM
hastily covering himself with his duster, Kale grabs his shortsword and confronts the drow. "HOw do you know us? What do you want?" the nervous minotaur asks.
Brahmah Thursday July 7th, 2005 11:14:53 AM
Not at all shy about being nude, Brahmah goes searching for his Falchion first.
(OOC: Natural 20's on saves are not always successes.)
OOC: Dominic Thursday July 7th, 2005 12:56:46 PM
Jay by house rule they are see my above ooc post.
Kanchana Thursday July 7th, 2005 1:02:00 PM
Kanchana is not the least bit bothered about being nude, it is a most natural thing after all. Kanchana actually "over looks" the drow at first, opting to inventory her gear before doing anything else - up to and including getting dressed! (She trusts that everything is still there and that nothing has been stolen).
Finally after getting dressed and slinging her gear back on her back Kanchana looks over at the drow female.
"You clearly know who we are, but we do not have the pleasure of knowing who you are - or if you intend any business with us," Kanchana addresses the drow politely. The wemic green mage smiles a little in greeting.
Zeoll d20+6=17 d20+20=25 Thursday July 7th, 2005 2:14:27 PM
[OOC: Bard Lore check to know about traditional drow and Woldian drow. A 17 is pretty good, right?]
Zeoll looks at the visitor as he puts on his gear. Weaving his clan beads and totem feathers into his mane, he says to the dark elf, "Well, you seem to have the advantage of us. Yes, I am Zeoll, Student to Shaman Frrith, Warrriorr to Prride Nonowla that is no morre, and Son to Clan Aene. I am one of the Chosen of Domi."
"By your dress and demeanorr, my guess is that you arre one of the Darrk Elves whose people have turrned back to the Light and rreturrned to the surrface. Welcome. What can we do forr you, who seem to have sought us out? And may we learrn yourr name?"
[Diplomacy check 25. Not Zeoll's best work.]
Gecktar Thursday July 7th, 2005 3:50:53 PM
Gecktar wakes up, shakes his head and sees the drow facing the Chosen. In a instant he is standing from is tall seven feet and looks at the drow his jorns ready to pierce her if she makes any move to threaten one of them.
Toros Thursday July 7th, 2005 8:21:01 PM
OOC: Thank you Dominic, it is good to know this. However for now, in order not to cause trouble for our DM, lets say Toros burnt a hero point to change the outcome of his automatic success ;-b
Toros slowly gets up and stares around with stupid eyes.
A chance meeting. (DM Jim) Thursday July 7th, 2005 11:07:40 PM
The young drow flips back her cloak further and cuts a neat little bow to the group as they get themselves presentable...well at least some of them (Spot DC 10 to notice Brahmah Tattoos upon her lower arms). "My name is Corialote En Andor of the Star Mage Guild of the Platinum Dragons formerly the Gold Dragons." She rises slowly to take in the group and nods her head at some of the introductions. She keeps her hands away from any weapons as she senses the tension from some of the group before her. "I have it upon good authority that your group is in possession of an item that our group will be needing for a certain fight." Her eyes glance around as if to see if anyone else is standing nearby and then she moves her hand to her mouth and covers it as she yawns (Spellcraft DC 20 to realize she cast a spell - Mordakenain's Private Sanctum). She once again glances around and seems a little more at ease. "We can talk for a time if you want...though I am not sure how much I can explain." She seems rather upset that she does not have all the knowledge that she needs and her feet even stamps a little at this. "I can help you in some small ways...if it is true that your group carries what I seek for the "Dragons"...a sword." She does not seem to expect you to just hand anything over and is more than willing to talk...maybe give some more clues for you.
[She is indeed one of those few rare drow that has once again seeked the light. Turning thier back upon thier evil kinds deeds and now seek to help the light win out in the end. If nothing else her bizarre hair color and the tattooing will attest to the fact that she is one of the surface drow.]
[Remember that you must know what a Brahmah Tattoo is to actually see it as one. :)]
Brahmah d20+8=16 Friday July 8th, 2005 1:19:06 AM
(Spot check to see tattoo, 16)
Brahmah glances at the tattoo and stops looking for his falchion for a moment. He points at the tattoo. "I believe you." He says simply. "If she wanted too, she could have just taken it. I believe her."
Kale Friday July 8th, 2005 6:59:36 AM
Kale raises an eyebrow at Brahmah's comment, but none the less turns his back on the drow and begins to get dressed.
Flat-top Friday July 8th, 2005 8:42:09 AM
Flat-top packs his stuff in his saddle bags, then throws the bags over his rump. Picks up his weapons and straps them on his back of (horse end) His shield and bow on his human back. Flat-top has put his chain mail in saddle bags.
Flat-top will trot over to Kanchana, his will flatter her first, them ask her for a favor. "Ah! Kitten, you look beautiful today! Could you do me a favor?" He shows her his open Tunic (where every body cann see his two tatoos)
Flat-top stands still while Kanchana hakes a bow with the string closing. As she does this he give the drow the once over, but does notice the well place tatoos on her body. Just like Brahmah's, He thinks to himself "Hmm! I must remember to get myself a couple more!!"
Dahlia d20+25=43 Friday July 8th, 2005 8:59:45 PM
From the backside of where the chosen are standing another females voice is heard.
"And if for some odd reason she couldn't have gotten it, I am sure that the sword would have found its way into my posession. Things often do somehow. though I am never exactly sure how."
Standing behind the chosen is yet another blackskinned female. This one however is definitely not a drow. The black-skinned halfling lass standing before them has a crown of brown hair wrapped around her head, if loosed it might well reach the ground. She is wearing flat gray leather armor and has a rapier and kukri on either hip ove her shoulder, you see what could only be a crossbow. Her bright purple eyes twinkly brightly as she watches the various party members scramble for clothing. There is a blur of something whirling around in front of her and after a moment you realize that she is juggling what appear to be 6-8 fist sized stones.
"So Cori what have you found for us today?"
Zeoll d20+9=23 d20+9=14 Friday July 8th, 2005 9:51:22 PM
Zeoll notes the Drow's tattoos (OOC: Spot check 23) and answers her words: "Well, I forr one would like to know why you think we have this sworrd that you seek, and how you found us. What does this sworrd look like, the one you believe we have?"
It's times like this that Zeoll misses his paladin friend, Leets, very much. As he listens to what the Drow says, he tries to get an intuitive feel for her motives. (OOC Sense Motive check 14).
When the short dark halfling speaks from behind him, Zeoll leaps up in surprise.
His face clouds as he listens to the newcomer's words. "You say you arre surre that the sworrd would have found its way into yourr possession? Is that a thrreat?"
The liontaur nods at the Drow. "Is this a frriend of yourrs?"
Toros d20=20 Saturday July 9th, 2005 12:17:49 AM
OOC: Second 20 for the skill check in a row!
Toros can recognize Drow's special tattoo even with closed eyes, as he has also one of these. In fact he does not think to open his eyes, either because of continuing to sleep or trying to focus what he is listening or as a projection of his wilingness not to be seen by others for the moment. He justs listens and tries to make sense of what is going on.
Solgrin d20+4=23 Saturday July 9th, 2005 3:55:14 AM
Recognising the tattoo on the Drow elf, Solgrin says to her "I have no doubt that you could have while we were asleep but I do not think that it is your style."
Surprised at the dark-skinned halflings appeareance Solgrin spins around facing her in shock.
Dahlia Saturday July 9th, 2005 7:54:17 AM
Continuing to juggle, she speaks with a glint in her eye.
"Oh I am sorry, I did't mean to surprise anyone. My name is Dahlia Fastfingers of the Platinum Dragons." And no it wasn't a threat at all. Just an observation."
Flat-top Saturday July 9th, 2005 8:24:42 AM
Stand there still for Kanchana to tie his tunic close, He is suprised at the voice?? He jumps and turns to face the Bleack Halfling?? He now steps in frount of Kanchana, Not drawing his morning star just yet, but asking "How are YOU?" then to Brahmah "Captain! What are your orders?"
Brahmah Saturday July 9th, 2005 8:24:48 AM
Wheeling around to see the halfling, Brahmah begins tightening is armor and carefully counts every bit of gold and valuable among his gear.
His gear rapidly is packed or donned as he begins to look around for others, not really expecting to see anyone or thing.
He simply shakes his head at the conversation.
Finally, he turns to Cori. "Nice tattoos." He says, grinning.
Fate of the sword. (DM Jim) Saturday July 9th, 2005 10:33:29 PM
Cori smiles to the Chowen a nd shakes er head at them. "She is most definitely a friend and an aquirerer of objects...so she meant no threat." SHe lookds to Brahmah and nods her head again, intending to answer Dahlia and Brahmah in one shot. "It is a longsword that was said to be available to us...used in each of the wars against the Fae King. Most like nature it is, with a tree for the handle and hilt...leaves, animals and vines adorn the whole of the blade. It is made of a metal that is not favorable to fae as a whole." Her face looks to Dahlia as she speaks to. "If you do carry such a sword then it would be helpful in the war versus the Fae King...though I am not sure what part it will play or who its final wielder will be." She smiles some as her tattoos are mentioned and she nods in understanding. "An idea of yours I do believe Noble Brahmah." She waits to let all this sink into the brains of the Chosen as she settles into a chair that has appeared, apparently at ease in the situation. Cushions and chairs appear for those that would like to relax as they talk and get to know each other.
"As to how I know this." She smiles again and shakes her head a little. "We have a nice network of information coming into our group from all over the Wold." She glances to Dahlia for confimation on her next. "I believe that we have recovered artifacts from several other "Hero Groups" from around the Wold to help in this great war...though some may play a smaller role than others." She laughs lightly as a thought comes to mind. "You may have heard of a halfling group that beat the Fae King when his rebirth was achieved...he underestimated them as did a lot of us I think." She wipes away a few tears as she has started to laugh rather hard about it. "We do not ask anything from your group further than the sword if it is in your possession...we realize that you have other important things to do in the Taur Islands...a war of your own to stop or participate in as fate sees it." She also lets that seep in as she silently chews her lip. She has given the group much to think of and not all of it good really, hopeful maybe but not good.
There are no signs of deception from either of the Platinum Dragons. They may seem a little different or maybe holding back a little but you have a feeling that you do not want to know everything. Then again maybe they can help you at least get to your current goal a little quicker...it appears that Cori is a wizardess at least...the colored halfling is a different story.
Zeoll Sunday July 10th, 2005 3:17:10 AM
The liontaur sums up the points he has heard, one by one. He does not relax or take a seat.
He touches his thumb. "This weapon has been used against the Fey King in the past."
He touches his index finger. "You think that this sworrd would be useful in fighting the Fey King."
He touches his middle finger. "You arre collecting arrtifacts that might prrove useful against the Fey King."
He touches his ring finger. "You arre amused that a grroup of halflings dealt the Fey King a setback when he was newly rreborrn."
"Therreforre ..." the liontaur touches his least finger and says, "... you arre clearrly the enemies of the Fey King."
Zeoll looks at the others of the Chosen. "As for me, I have had no quarrrel with this King of the Fey Folk. I have felt naturre grrow strrong, and I have no quarrrel with that, eitherr. The only evidence I have hearrd against him is hearrsay."
"So we Chosen must ask ourrselves, Do we want to declarre against the King, by aiding his enemies?"
"I am not rready to do so. I want to hearr what my fellow Chosen have to say. I especially want to hearr frrom my frriend Kanchana, a drruid of grreaterr powerr than me."
"What say we, Chosen of Domi? Is this Fey King an enemy of ourrs?"
Flat-top Sunday July 10th, 2005 7:12:00 AM
Flat-top stand there with arm cross on his chest,(not too far from Brahmah but in frount of Kanchana) watching the both of females. Then tell Brahmah "Captain! These females are both very strong with lot of battle experiance. Let's show them the the SWORD, just to see if IT is the ONE. I have a feeling that we are needed else where."
Dahlia d20+24=30 d20+24=39 d20+24=34 d20+24=35 d20+24=43 d20+24=42 d20+24=40 d20+24=38 Sunday July 10th, 2005 8:17:39 AM
"Zeoll, I too enjoy nature when it can get the upperhand, on its own. What is happening now over the entire Wold, as far as we can tell, is downright unnatural. There are trees, purple trees, springing up from apparently nowhere, and devouring common people and attacking cities. Currently, The Floating City is being pulled under the lake by suddenly sentient indestructable vines. The kelp and other plants of the lakes and waterways are, overnight, covering and sinking boats and ships full of families, killing them all and leaving no trace behind. Even the Taur Islands are not being left alone. It is even rumored that the Fey King is bound and determine to destroy both the Heart of the Beast and the Heart of the Stag. And you want to call Valdor and the rest of the Platinum Dragons your enemies.
At each point in her speech wher the word is boldfaced Dahlia sends one of her rocks, unerringly flyinf into a tree. Each rock hits in exactly the same place knocking bark off and scarring the tree.
When done she turns an faces Cori.
"Cori I am tired of all this boneheaded foolishness. Let's just leave them the sword and get back to where we are needed. There are people dying right now because we are here. If these adventurers decide they want to aid in this fight and want us to have the sword let them find us."
Kanchana Sunday July 10th, 2005 2:59:36 PM
Kanchana turns to face the most rude of halflings when Dahlia speaks her opinion.
"You are clearly not the one meant to have the blade," Kanchana says neutraly then turns away from the halfling and bows politely to Cori and says more politely, "you however seem more alike the person meant to have it."
Kanchana takes the sword from off of her back, unsheathes it, holds it in the palms of both hands for Cori to look over the sword.
"I will not declare any intent either for or against this fae king. What I know is that some Power unknown to me wanted me to bring this to Plateau City," Kanchana gives a little info as Cori looks over the sword, "If you have received a vision to find a black sword then this may very well be the one which you seek. I cannot use such a weapon myself."
Kanchana addendum Sunday July 10th, 2005 3:02:54 PM
Dahlia gets a less than favorable reaction from Kanchana primarily because she is hurting the trees; and they are telling Kanchana all about it!
However Kanchana will try and be patient first rather than telling the halfling to leave the trees alone.
Solgrin Sunday July 10th, 2005 7:56:11 PM
Solgrin takes this oppertunity to get his equipment and put everything back on and in its proper location.
Kale Monday July 11th, 2005 9:20:14 AM
after getting dressed, Kale casually makes his way around the two females until he is standing behind him. "There is really a simple solution to all this." he says "We're the Chosen of Domi, right? Lets just pray to him and see what he has to say. After all, he's answered us before."
Gecktar Monday July 11th, 2005 1:34:35 PM
Gecktar looks at Kale as if he had said an insult... Then a smile appears on his face and he says "You're definitely surprising dear Kale. I would never thought that your faith was so strong and I'm so happy to ear you tell what you've said !"
"Well maybe we could ask him..." he says.
Jandar Monday July 11th, 2005 3:00:13 PM
There is a flash of light, bright white light, and a human appears. He is sturdy for a human, but not overly huge. He has a brown robe over his armor and the symbol of Domi clasp keeping the cloak attached. Dangling from his left ear is an earring in the form of a dragon. It is gold in color and texture. When he moves, his adamantine armor can be seen...with a huge symbol of Domi on his chest.
He wears a warhammer of extremely good quality on his back. His eyes flash gold and he smiles when he sees the Chosen.
He bows deeply and says,"It pleases my eyes to see you brave Chosen of Domi. For those of you whom I haven't had the chance to meet, I am Brother Jandar of Domi...and the Platinum Dragons, to whom my third loyalties lie. Of course my first is with Domi, the second to the good beings of the Wold. I am sorry I am late, but I was in prayers that could not be interrupted when my companions had to leave. I do hope you'll forgive me."
He asks Cori and Dahlia ,"Have you seen the sw..." He stops when his eyes land on the prized sword and he exhales loudly with a 'Whoosh'. He continues,"May I hold it?"
Toros Monday July 11th, 2005 8:05:14 PM
Toros also starts getting his equipment, It is funny to see all these stuff separate from him, actually this gives Toros a good feeling, making him feel free for a moment - free from all the responsilities, quests to be fulfilled, just ready to hunt with bare claws in the deep forests of Taur Islands. For a second he wishes about forgetting all the troubles chasing after the Chosen or what Chosen chase after, and return to the nature.
Then he starts talking, saying what he needs to say "I have seen the Elf gathering before the awakening of the Sleeper. There were many who had doubts about or did not agree with waking him up. And then I saw with my own eyes that these were right, the nature is not the nature I know any more. And at the beginning it was nice but I feel it is getting worse day and day..." Toros takes a deep breath and continues:
"Actually I really do not know, it is beyond my knowledge what is going now and what will happen next - perhaps they are all for good, perhaps not... What I know is we need to go to the Plateau City, Kanchana has a sword to give to the right people, the Chosen of Domi is talking with the members of Platinum Dragons and I wish we could sort all these for the good of both sides ... and nature ... and others that are suffering from the actions of someoneelse has done."
Undecided. (DM Jim) Monday July 11th, 2005 11:45:57 PM
Cori nods to Dahlia as she comments and feels some exasperation at this group but also a feeling that questioning is needed. "She is right though....Floating City is even now being tipped by giant vines and many buildings have already crumbled in the shift. Caniverous trees called wortlings have sent their underlings into the city to capture citizens to eat and produce more of their kind." Her eyes harden as she speaks the memory still fresh in her own mind. "Does this sound like Mother Wold? I believe that strange events are happening all over and you may have seen them...at first it was good things happening but lately it has been turning bad." She shifts in the chair as Jandor appears and she smiles some more. A cleric of Domi should help out some or at least she hopes it will.
She will let him speak for a little as she ponders her next move. This was being more difficult that she had first imagened but that was to be expected she figures. The idea of praying to Domi is an odd one really as how could one expect a God to take time to answer every little prayer.
[Some should remember that Floating City is where you left a certain couple of packages too. You left them there for safe keeping. Children.]
Brahmah Tuesday July 12th, 2005 12:38:09 AM
Brahmah begins getting very upset and could care less about the sword at this point. "Kanchana, the issue about the sword is your decision! We need to get to the Floating City." His eyes get VERY big, trying to hint to his concerns. He gathers the rest of his gear and begins to move toward Floating City, not Plateau.
Solgrin Tuesday July 12th, 2005 3:13:37 AM
Solgrin hearing about the happenings in the Floating City, Solgrin then looks to Brahmah and says "if the Platnum Dragons are there I think we would be in their way more than helping them. We have business in Plateau City that needs to be taken care of. Remember, I have lived a large part of my life in the Float but I also see the need for use to finish our tasks in Plateau City."
Solgrin turns to Kanchana and says "I think they are the ones for the sword and not you."
Brahmah Tuesday July 12th, 2005 4:07:41 AM
Brahmah turns sharply to Solgrin. "The Children are more important to the Wold and the Isles than some mysterious business in the Plat, Solgrin. I don't really care that the Dragons are there! The Children are most important... not me, not you, not the Dragons! The Children." He is livid and afraid for the kids.
Gecktar Tuesday July 12th, 2005 5:14:53 AM
Gecktar face becomes white as if drained from all blood when he realizes that the Children are in danger.
"I must agree with Brahmah. Children are above all concerns. They are the mere blood of Domi and should be rescued. Remember, if something happen to the children our quest will fail..."
"Brahmah I will follow you..."
"Kale, I have the answer I needed for the acknowledgement of Domi. If Brother Jandar of Domi asks for the sword I thing Domi already gave clues that he agrees with that."
"Kanchana, it's your sword. Nobody else will take the decision, but I my humble opinion, the Platinum Dragons are the best suited for handling this weapon."
Flat-top Tuesday July 12th, 2005 6:32:01 AM
Flat-top is suprised at the responce of Kale, he is proud having a friend like him. He jumps a little as Jandar enter the group, But it is when Dahlia mentioning of floating City being tilted on it's side, That Flat-top shoot a look at Brahmah. "I'm with you, give them the sword so we can go back to Floating City to see about our business there, NOW!"
Kale Tuesday July 12th, 2005 10:24:54 AM
Kale looks at Jandar and seeing his holy symbol, says "I guess thats my answer." then he turns to look a Kachanga to see what she'll do.
Jandar Tuesday July 12th, 2005 10:37:38 AM
Jandar maintains a calm visage and listens to each. He waits for a moment and says,"Children's safety should be the focus of us all, as they ARE our future. That is the main reason the Platinum Dragons are there fighting to save the city. The city has its own guard and army, but the citizens needed more help than the army could provide.
As has been said, the city is being attacked from underneath by immovable and seemingly indestructible vines as big around as a huge dragon. I cast a Firestorm on one and it was unaffected. That is a very powerful spell. Anyway, the question of nature has spawned ome interesting debates. I, one the one hand, do not enjoy city life much. I prefer nature and could care less about the Castle we live in, other than for a place to rest. However, what has happened in Plateau City and the Flaoting City is not nature attacking. It is an aberration of nature, a misuse of nature, if you will. Our own druid, Myridan, a High Druid in his order, has tried to explain in terms I cannot understand, how dangerous the situation has become. Since the arrival of the Fey King, nothing in nature has functioned properly. It isn't evil necessarily, but it is causing chaos and death at every turn...to normal working folk. We're not talking about goblins and orcs here, we're talking humans, dwarves, taurs, elves, and every other noble race.
You have my oath, with Domi as witness, that we will use the sword against the chaos that is the Fey King. We don't seek his death, just a stoppage in all the destruction and deaths of the innocent. It is not any one being's right, save the Jericho perhaps, to decide how the whole Wold should live and what the face of the Wold should look like.
Anyway, we would appreciate your assistance in this and in the future."
Zeoll Tuesday July 12th, 2005 11:31:54 AM
The liontaur listens, and grows more and more impatient. Finally, he roars, "Chosen of Domi! Contrrol yourr fearrs! Be brrave and have courrage!"
"Domi himself told us in a sacrred drream that the childrren would be safe in the Orrphanage. Do you doubt Domi now, just because these humanoids seek to frrighten you? Trrust in Domi! The childrren arre safe! HE will look overr them!"
"We have ourr mission. We must have courrage and not turrn frrom it now. Ourr enemies would rrejoice if we rran away to the Float! Do not forrget the task beforre us. The childrren are safe. We have a warr to fight.
Then the liontaur turns to the "Dragons" who have come for the sword. "You twist my words, for I have neverr said I was yourr enemy. But you wound trrees and you frrighten us with tales of dangerr to ourr childrren."
"And as forr human clerrics of Domi, I have been warry everr since one called me back out of death and deliverred me into the hands of the Lorrd of Disease."
"We werre told to brring this sworrd to Plateau City. Forr some rreason you have come to us beforre we arrrived therre. I say, let us complete ourr sacrred mission. Let us go to the Temple of Domi in Plateau City and prray therre. In that hallowed place, let Kanchana deliverrr the sworrd to you if herr hearrt wills it."
Jandar Tuesday July 12th, 2005 2:03:50 PM
(Sorry for second post, but the statement required n immediate response)
Jandar replies to Zeoll,"Do as your hearts tell you to do. However, as I have met evil taurs before, I would hesitate to lump all into that category. I would guess there are those who would say, 'I met one bad liontaur, so they all must be bad.' I have travelled enough to know that would be utter nonsense for me to say, nor would my faith in Domi allow me to make such a judgment. I never declared the Chosen of Domi as an enemy...quite the contrary, for we work towards the same goals.
Dahlia is no druid, so hitting a tree with small rocks wouldn't occur to her as being a bad thing, so please do hold your judgment on her. You judge me as the same as another cleric of Domi? Quite unfair of you. However, as I said before, make your judgments as a group and your decision. We will not take the sword from you, although we could, it must be given, as we are not thieves. That is no threat, so do not misunderstand me, but you know of us and should know our reputation of doing good. I believe you have met Valdor. He called us all to fight the Usurper some time back. He still leads our group and would never allow us to do evil. Think on that my friends."
Kanchana Tuesday July 12th, 2005 2:12:07 PM
Since Cori is obviously ignoring the unsheathed sword held out for her to study Kanchana turns to Brother Jandar; who at least seems genuinely interested. Since Jandar so clearly has been Called by Father Tomi she has no doubts about letting him handle the sword. The wemic druidess did not need Jandar's words to reassure her, it was enough to see that he shares the same Calling more or less.
"You may hold the sword Brother," Kanchana respectfully inclines her head towards the priest of Tomi. Kanchana holds the sword out to him. (The sword is being held laying flat across her palms.) "Did Father Tomi or Mother Wold ask you to seek this sword?" Kanchana asks Jandar with polite inquisitiveness. "Is this sword really the Bane of the Fae King do you think?"
Kanchana half turns towards Brahmah after Brother Jandar takes the sword. She smiles reassuringly.
"Both Mother Wold and Father Tomi told me in a vision that the children would be safe in that city. They would never abandon the children to some evil being or its minions," Kanchana says reassuringly.
"Solgrin has work important to Father in Plateau City. He has a Call to gain all the arcane learning he can to assist the Great Father's Chosen Ones in freeing and uniting the Taur people, setting Nature to rights again and helping goodly people. You go with the Dragons to the Floating City and I will travel with Solgrin to Plateau City. We will then find you there," Kanchana says genially.
Green Mage Kanchana addresses Dahlia politely, "please do not do that to the trees you are hurting them and they are telling me about their pain and to ask you to please stop."
((Kanchana is really trying very hard to be pleasant and not confrontational in any shape way or form. She intends absolutely no insult to anyone. And rats! Just missed posting before Jandar!)) :) ((FYI Kanchana is a Druid, and now also a Green Mage.))
Zeoll (quick second post) Tuesday July 12th, 2005 2:52:30 PM
The liontaur calmly answers Jandar. "Once again, I do not call you enemy. I simply said I was warry. And I have not met this Valdorr. I was dead then."
"Kanchana, I agrree with all you say, but I do not think we should divide the Chosen. Ourr path is to Plateau City."
Kanchana to Zeoll Tuesday July 12th, 2005 4:11:13 PM
"Yes, I agree Zeoll. I said that Solgrin and my destination would be Plateau City," Kanchana confirms.
Toros Tuesday July 12th, 2005 5:07:45 PM
Toros thinks. He needs time for this, as everything seems to be necessary has been said, and everyone seems to be right for his or her own concerns or perspective. What if the sword would have a tongue to talk!
Flat-top second post Tuesday July 12th, 2005 6:07:48 PM
Flat-top shoot Zeoll a very sharp glance, because he used the word Children instead of package like they all agreed on. "Split us up? In what way will that help?"
Zeoll Tuesday July 12th, 2005 8:01:32 PM
[OOC: D'Oh! Gecktar and Brahmah said "children" before me! LOL!]
Zeoll is quick to correct Flat-top. "No, old frriend, I want us to stay togetherr and go to Plateau City! NOT split up!"
Flat-top Wednesday July 13th, 2005 8:00:33 AM
Flat-top listens to Zeoll, For not wanting to split up. His eyes softens as his look yo his long time friend, "OK! Then." he answers.
OOC: Zeoll! I made you wince.
Brahmah Wednesday July 13th, 2005 10:31:51 AM
Brahmah is growing very impatient and shooting sharp glances at the Dragons and the sword, then finally, "Just give them the damned sword and they'll leave us alone. They are clearly not our enemy or we would already be dead. This is wasting time! If we are to finish this stupid trek to the Plat City, then we have to move! I want to find a way to communicate with the Children or Kenisha. Yes, I said Children! Not packages!" *Groooaaarrr!* He snarls in frustration.
Jandar d20+32=42 d20+32=49 d20+32=47 d20+32=43 Wednesday July 13th, 2005 1:55:28 PM
Jandar reverently takes the sword, painfully slow, looking over the blade and hilt, making sure he knows the weapon. After examining it for a couple of minutes, he says,"It is a fabulous weapon. I am not my best with a sword, but I would like to try it out."
If there are no objections, he takes a few practice swings. It is apparent he can wield a sword fine, he is just very modest.
When done, he approaches Kanchana and offers back the sword. He says,"I had a dream about this sword. I have to believe it was from Tomi and I believethis is indeed the sword that has been used in the past against the fey king. However, it is yours by right and deed. If you feel it necessary to keep it, then do so. If you trust us enough to know we will take care of it and use it properly, then give it to us. The decision is yours."
Kanchana Wednesday July 13th, 2005 3:04:18 PM
Kanchana smiles demurely. "It is not mine by right. I am but a custodian, or a messenger."
Kanchana resheathes the blade and hands it hilt first to Jandar. "I give the sword into your care Brother, I have no need of it in my duties. I hope that you and your people succeed in aiding the Great Mother at setting Nature aright and to protect those who cannot defend themselves. May Father Tomi guide you on your path and grant you wisdom."
With that Kanchana relinquishes the black sword to Brother Jandar.
"Farewell and may our paths cross again in happier times," Kanchana says to the members of the Platinum(?) Dragons.
She turns and begins to make her way towards Plateau City, her duties concerning the sword ended by her own reckoning.
Gecktar Wednesday July 13th, 2005 3:40:11 PM
Gecktar turns his head once to the Platinum dragons then to the Chosen. He is quite embarassed . He doesnt't know what to do... If the Dragons are in the Floating City they could take care of the Children. By the way they know about their existence and the place where they are. And the Lady of the city told the Chosen that the Children will be safe...
Well Zeoll should be right. Now that his bloood isn't anymore boiling of anguish for the children, Gecktarknows that they must continue their duty to Plateau City and let the Dragons do their best to keep the Childen safe.
"Well, Zeoll, you should be right, be the fear that the Children could be in danger blured my judgment..."
"The conclusion I could tell is that we must talk between us before running in the opposite direction. Now I see that the Children are safe and Domi would help then if they happen to be in danger."
A burden lifted. (DM Jim) Wednesday July 13th, 2005 4:51:22 PM
Cori stands and the chairs disappear as she nods her head. "I hesitate to take the sword for two reasons...my elven nature makes it somewhat of a nasty thing to us....yes it might not hurt us like other fae but we do not stand its touch if we can help it." She smiles to Kanchana as she speaks the next part. "The second part is out of respect of you Druidess...you offered for me to look at it but there was no overture to touch it....it is the sword that we search for though." She glances to Jandor as he practices with the sword and shakes her head.
As she turns back to the Chosen she bows to them and tries to allay their fears. "I can get you to Plateau City much faster than walking and you might be able to get a glimps at least of the Floating City at either the Star Mage Guild or the Library of Magic." With that she turns her back to the group and closes her eyes as she raises her arms. Arcane words issue from her lips and great power is gathered as she chants. When at last she stops the power pulls together to form that of a giant archway door. On the other side is the Plateau City and a building marked as the Star Mage Guild. "You should be able to complete your mission with more haste this way...if there is anything else I could do for you please ask...you have been instrumental in binding the Fae King once again...I hope." Her smile is genuine as she looks to the Chosen and once again gives them a bow.
Kanchana Thursday July 14th, 2005 6:51:59 AM
Kanchana nods once as Cori explains why she showed no interest in the sword. "I didn't realize that Elven folk would react that way to the sword. Still I hope it is less of a burden to you all than it was to me. Good luck."
Kanchana looks at the portal as she makes up her mind on whether to use it or not. "This is quite a bit of help I think," Kanchana says half to herself.
To Cori she simply says, "Not all things of Nature follow that false king. Your friend seems to have forgotten that, odd since her people have defeated the Fae King once already just recently."
If no one objects (and without explaining her halfling comment any further) Kanchana will step through the portal, eager to get another city-bound "duty" discharged. She will wait on the other side for whomever else decides to enter.
Flat-top Thursday July 14th, 2005 8:17:23 AM
Flat-top with cross arms and watching the going on, after this is the first time he has ever seen Platium Dragons before. As he watches Kanchana go through the arch, he wonders 'Hmmm! I wonder who is going to tie my shirt?'
Kale Thursday July 14th, 2005 9:46:23 AM
not saying anything to anyone else, Kale follows Kachanga through the poral, thinking to himself, it will be good to get back into a real city
Jandar Thursday July 14th, 2005 11:24:40 AM
Jandar bows deeply at the gift and says,"I will guard it with my life. We will make sure the rightful user of this sword is found, whoever he or she might be. Cori, we need to identify a few things about this sword when we get back. I'm sure it is an intelligent weapon."
He bows to each of the Chosen, gratitude written on his face. He says,"May Domi guide your steps and give you courage my friends."
He waits for them to go before issuing a 'Word of Recall' back to his temple.
Brahmah Thursday July 14th, 2005 12:28:19 PM
Without hesitation, Brahmah moves through the portal. "Thanks." With a forced smile, he rushes through.
Zeoll Thursday July 14th, 2005 1:35:55 PM
Zeoll nods at Kanchana's choice and walks through to the City.
Solgrin Thursday July 14th, 2005 2:49:28 PM
Solgrin looks to the Platinum Dragons and nods. Solgrin walks through to the city following the others. As he walks through he tells Cori "good luck in your fight. Thank you for shortening our journey."
Toros Thursday July 14th, 2005 8:59:51 PM
Ready to go, Toros also enters the portal, wishing good luck and good bye to their visitors.
Plateau City at last. (DM Jim) Friday July 15th, 2005 12:23:18 AM
The crossing of the portal is easy and leaves the group with no disorientation at all. You find yourselves standing in front of what would be a large building that goes up, up and up. The disc that hangs outside tells that it is the Star Mage guild and that you are now in Plateay City.
You notice that in places the streets are still wet with water and many houses have fallen in. It seems that the flooding was not too kind to this city and you wonder how others made out...how about your home as well. Many of the folks that pass by give you a look but do not seem scared in the least. In fact most of the city seems to be in the midst of repairs to that which can be repaired so they pay you little notice.
Brahmah is quick to orient himself in the city having passed this building on his way to the library of magic. The city is much changed though with all the destruction that has happened and he wonders if the three taur scholars are still around.
The portal has since closed behind you and you get the feeling that you are own your own now...but a burden has been lifted in many ways. Most of this applies to Kanchana but for some reason you have the feeling that holding onto that sword would have brought trouble and you already have enough of that.
Flat-top Friday July 15th, 2005 8:34:23 AM
Flat-top is the last one to pass through the portal, he wanted to make sure that no one was left behind. He made it just in time, when the portal closed he almost left his tale behind.
Now he looks around and will follow behind Captain Brahmah, when he hears the familure cry of a golden eagle.
Kale Friday July 15th, 2005 8:36:41 AM
"Where to?" Kale asks "I myself could use a drink."
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday July 15th, 2005 8:38:25 AM
Up high in the sky, is a Golden Eagle. Doing lazy eight circle, watching for danger along the way and also looking for the Children at Play.
Brahmah d20+8=26 d20+7=19 Friday July 15th, 2005 11:22:25 AM
Brahmah looks at Kale. "Me too, but first I have to see to some old friends." He looks into the sky, watching his friend soar, wondering if she sees anything important or dangerous.
He rushes off toward the Library of Magic or whats left of it. Turning to Solgrin and Kanchana, he says, "The Library is quite large and hard to miss. You'll both like it I think... if it still stands?!" He begins a slow jog, as he notices the destruction around him. Once he sees a burnt out shell of a shop, he breaks into a full-out run.
He keeps his eyes open for danger or ANY sign of strange activity still occuring. (Spot 26, Listen 19)
Solgrin Friday July 15th, 2005 6:42:11 PM
Solgrin nods to Brahmah and then heads into the Star Tower.
Kanchana Friday July 15th, 2005 6:52:43 PM
Kanchana will follow Brahmah towards the library. She too cannot help but notice the damage to the buildings and all the repairs going on.
Zeoll Friday July 15th, 2005 9:15:08 PM
The liontaur's muscles tense at the sight of the massive city. "I hope no one was hurrt," he says, "but my nose says this place was in need of a bath."
He follows Brahmah's lead, glad that the minotaur seems to know his way around.
Toros Friday July 15th, 2005 11:05:34 PM
Toros follows others, taking note of everything he sees. He has just waken up from a sleep and feels like a big burden has been lifted for all Chosen. So he is very energetic and optimistic, even if what he sees in this place is not very promising after the floodings.
Stars and Libraries. (DM Jim) Saturday July 16th, 2005 12:45:43 AM
Brahmah takes off in the direction of the library that he had come to the last time he was here. Almost all the Chosen follow after him but Solgrin and they note the destruction brought on by the flood waters. As they reach the library they find a seven foot high wall of dirt was erected to keep the floodwaters out of the building. It seems none the worse for wear though there are lots of weary looking people tramping around outside of it. Sitting on the front steps of the Library of Magic steps is the young man that met Brahmah earlier, he is currently eating a meatroll it looks like. Well it is about noon and your stomachs slowly start to remind you of that fact.
Solgrin sweeps into the Mage Guild to find that this floor is in ruins from floodwater. He will most likely be wondering how many materials of magical note may have been destroyed in the flood. He does not that there is a several lower ranking apprentices using mops to clean up the area and muttering as they do. You will get the impression that they did something wrong and this is punishment. A higher ranking mage is watching them with a critical eye and hollers out orders every once in awhile, mostly telling them that they missed a spot or to stop laxing around. He does look up as Solgrin enters and his eyes goes wide at first. "I am sorry sir but the Guild is not open for anyone but to members at this time." His eyes take in the damage and he sighs.
Flat-top Saturday July 16th, 2005 7:18:34 AM
Flat-top is now Running as fast as he can, as he pulls up be side Brahmah, the Center ask him, "Captain! Do you want me to go on the the house where the our children are? Or Do we stick together?"
Solgrin Saturday July 16th, 2005 7:37:00 AM
Solgrin looks over at the mage that is talking to him then walks over carefully avoiding damaging anything. When Solgrin is almost at the mage Solgrin takes his guild amulet out from under his shirt letting it be visible to the mage. Solgrin polietly says "Sorry for not having my guild amulet visible but I have had several things on my mind at the moment. How bad is the damage? I have come to expand my knowlege while I am in the Plateau City."
Zeoll Saturday July 16th, 2005 1:34:26 PM
Zeoll looks around the library with just a touch of schadenfreude. "Books and wrriting arre all verry well, I suppose" the illiterate liontaur comments in Tauric, "but you do have to fearr waterr."
After a moment of reflection, he adds, "And moths. And dry rrot. And mealy worrms. And firre. And toddlerrs with grrubby hands."
"Frrankly, I just don't see the advantage overr the memorry of trrained barrds."
Brahmah Saturday July 16th, 2005 11:53:39 PM
Brahmah slowly turns his head towards Zeoll, a confused look of concern on his face.
Toros Sunday July 17th, 2005 1:13:46 AM
Having just visited Catacombs, Toros recalls the attention of the other Chosen:
"Friends, I have just received the confirmation from Catacombs that brandnew Philters have become available. These are my creations and I would like to share these first with my friends... Please consider them as a very small gift for celebrating your new level-ups, as I do not know your birthdays." Toros smiles and continues, "I have my ideas of what you may like but still I do not want to decide for you, instead, what I would like is to provide a list with plenty of alternatives so that you can choose whatever you want for yourself..."
"So, Chosen, please choose one of these lesser philters for yourself and I will get it for you." Then Toros awaits for the responses.
Zeoll (illegal second post) Sunday July 17th, 2005 6:29:25 AM
"I don't get into melee as often as I used to, frriend Torros," says Zeoll, "but when I do, a Philterr of Shield would surre be helpful!"
Zeoll is not sure why Brahmah has a concerned look on his face. [OOC: I, Cayzle, am also confused. Jay, want to e-mail me?]
Kanchana Sunday July 17th, 2005 7:25:45 AM
Kanchana seeks out a librarian. She has a few questions to ask first, and then hopefully the books she might need to peruse are not damaged or gone. Kanchana looks at the damages with concern.
Flat-top Sunday July 17th, 2005 10:30:53 AM
"Oh! I'm in the wrong place? Well then I will stick with you, Captain." Flat-top will stick with the group very closely so not to get loss again.
But when Toros offers a gift, He choses "I think I'll chose Shield, Err! Toros my Friend,does this mean I get another Tattoo?"
Brahmah Sunday July 17th, 2005 4:23:35 PM
Brahmah wanders off to a shop, leaving the mage types at the library.
He doesn't let Flat-top or Kale follow. "Go get a drink. I'll be back."
Brahmah Monday July 18th, 2005 4:51:29 AM
The Captain wanders around the corner and disappears from sight.
Kale (Cayzle subbing) Monday July 18th, 2005 11:28:02 AM
Kale looks ar Brahmah''s back and turns to Flat-top. "You heard the Captain. He ordered us to go get a drink. Come on."
Gecktar [sub Jay B] Monday July 18th, 2005 7:27:07 PM
The cleric tries desperately to follow the Captain, but loses him around the corner, and resolves himself to joining Kale and Flat-top at the bar. 'Besides, they'll need me to keep them out of trouble.' He thinks to himself.
Zeoll d20+11=30 Monday July 18th, 2005 7:46:17 PM
Zeoll sees Brahmah head away, and probably Gecktar, Kale and Flat-top will head for a pub.
Zeoll says to whoever is left in the library, "Well, therre arre supposed to be learrned men herre. Maybe we can learrn something frrom one of them."
He tries to make inquiries and find someone who might be able to help. (Gather Info check 30! Woot! To find a helpful Librarian)
Of scrolls and books. (DM Jim) Tuesday July 19th, 2005 12:20:27 AM Star Mage Guild
The mage looks to Solgrin with a slight smile and nods his head. "I am sorry...did not realize that you were a member." He looks to the apprentices doing the mopping and shakes his head. "Neither of you had better try to run off or use magic to clean this mess up...I will know." He turns to Solgrin and ushers him to follow as he moves up some steps. "Luckily we were able to get most of the stuff moved up to higher floors...though the scrolls and books are up in the higher floors anyways." His face grimaces as he thinks of all the work that will still need to be done. "Mostly the labs were flooded to some extent." The mage leads you into a large room, larger than it should be from the looks of the outside building and lets his hand sweep to show all the books. "You will find spells in thier correct subjects on all these shelves...such as summon monster III under conjuration." He looks to Solgrin and then shakes his head. "Is there anything else that you will be needing...do you have your own supplies for copying spells?"
Library of Magic
The young boy setting on the steps looks to the Chosen that approach and a smile breaks out as he sees Brahmah. But then he looses him in the crowd that comes wandering by and he lets his partially raised hand drop. He does look to the few Chosen that approach the library and smiles again. "Are you a friend of Sir Brahmah...I could be of help if you looking for something...or I could take you to see the taur scholars if you are the rest of the Chosen...though you do seem to be a few short again." The smile never leaves his face and he only takes time to finish off his meatroll and drink down his cider. "At least the library here was saved during the flooding. Took the combined efforst of some of the cities greatest...including a few of the Gold Dragons." He seems to take pride in that fact and the fact that he evidently was there to help out as well.
Alley
Brahmah finds himself in an alleyway without the rest of the Chosen with him. He needed some private space to think for a few or something like that. Maybe a certain female liontaur in the library was poping into his mind...she did seem to show some interest in him.
Local Pub
Kale, Flat-top and Gectar find themselves stepping into a small pub that looks rather seedy, but they figure the price will be better and the lights low. As you enter you notice that there are no patrons in the place at this time. The bartender is standing at the bar wiping a glass with a dirty rag and a pair of barmaids are lounging around near the bar talking quietly together. They all look up as you enter and the bartender waves you over with a smile...there is also a little desperation there as well. "Please take any table that you want....Ellse see what they want girl." You see him wipe his hands upon his apron nervously as he watches the three of you. Though a thoughts of suspicion should form in your minds you quickly realize something...he is hurting for business and anxious to see how much gold he can get out of you.
Brahmah Tuesday July 19th, 2005 5:21:21 AM
The minotaur's thoughts are split. On one hand he's interested in the library and the scholars, and on the other hand he needs a few supplies.
He's also been playing with a few ideas, plotting and planning. The primary scheme is on how he alone might infultrate Vargas' army as a merchenary, in disguise perhaps (having all the Chosen join would be too obvious). He had experience in that sort of merch work. He could get close to Vargas. But would Vargas recognize him? What if he went in under the guise of abandoning the Chosen and the mission. Would Vargas be convinced that Brahmah had turned his back on Domi and the Chosen?
The fact that he was thinking about using the sorts of tactics Vargas might use was weighing on his shoulders.
'Well, at least I'm not moping around all depressed. This COULD work! By the Gods! I need to avoid her singing again!'
*Sigh.*
He continues to look around for shops, hoping not to be recognized. It was getting to be too much. Fame sucks.
Toros Tuesday July 19th, 2005 5:40:13 AM
Toros replies Zeoll's and Flat-top's requests, "Philter of Shield is a good one, hope it be of some help, when you are in trouble. I also hope you like the taste of it. Actually I believe you will love this Flat-top, it is made from Purple Wine! Be careful though, it is strong! So, Philter is not like Brahmah's Tattoo, but like a potion made from sacred wine!"
Then Toros turns to other Chosen, before they separate for their own business "Doesn't anyone else want any of these? They have a symbolic meaning for me of how I appreciate to be together with you as one of the Chosen of Domi."
"Specifically, if I may, Kanchana, I would like to congratulate you for becoming a Greenmage. Brahmah, I would like to thank you for the precious Tattoo of yours that I use. Gecktar, Solgrin, I would never know how to thank you for all the magical support you provide from your vaulable resources, and Kale, for all the loot you deal for us... Zeoll, Flat-top... There are just countless reasons to thank you all, even if it has been just a short while that I have been together with you... Just would like you to know this, when I get an occasion to reflect upon this ..."
Toros looks at the eyes of each Taur, when he spell out their names. Waiting for a little while for any comments, then the liontaur returns to the business at hand.
Flat-top Tuesday July 19th, 2005 7:22:28 AM
Flat-top yell out "Where did the Captain go? Kale?" as Kale answers him. Flat-top has this boyish grin on his face, "OK! Then Lead the way! Oh! Yes! You too Gektar. Let's go!"
But as the trio starts to go they are stop by Toros, he does something strange? Toros look then into their eyes and spell out their names? Then toros leaves them? Weird thing to do But we still need a drink.
Off the go in to the nearest tavern, Looking aroung "Look the place is empty, we hace it all to our selves! Let's grab the best table and order." They sit and all yell together "Hey! Pretty Barmaid! Drinks all around!"
Gecktar [sub Jay B] Tuesday July 19th, 2005 5:57:00 PM
Gecktar just stares blankly at Toros as he rambles on. The cleric drinks a tankard in a single gulp and refills immediately.
Kale (Sub Cayzle) Tuesday July 19th, 2005 6:31:29 PM
The rogue minotaur takes a moment to sit back and relax. he nods a thanks to Flat-top.
He enjoys his drink when it arrives.
Zeoll Tuesday July 19th, 2005 6:32:27 PM
"Yes, the Taurr scholarrs, please."
He invites the helper to lead the way.
"Come on, frriends. We can yet learrn something out of this."
Solgrin Tuesday July 19th, 2005 9:40:58 PM
Solgrin thinks for a moment then asks "would you please bring me some ink so that I can begin my work? Is there a nice quiet corner that I can use while I am here for my reasearch and scribing?"
Kanchana Tuesday July 19th, 2005 9:48:08 PM
Kanchana is more than happy to have a guide.
"I need to learn about Green Mages; their rites, rituals and customs. I also would like to speak with any scholar who has knowledge of Taur history and elder profecies. Has anyone asked for the Chosen here in the library?"
Many questions, little time. Kanchana hopes that someone knows something about Green Mages in the least! Kanchana is prepared to spend many hours just here in the library.
Questions and answers. (DM Jim) Wednesday July 20th, 2005 1:09:51 AM Star Mage Guild
The mage nods in understanding to Solgrin and then points to a desk that is in the corner. "You will find ink and all other writing instruments there that you may need." With a look around to the rest of the library the mage shakes his head and smiles. "You should not have to worry about distraction...almost all the mages are gone at this time." He indicates a long length of rope that hangs near the desk and nods again. "If you should have need...pull it." He then moves off to the lower floor again and his charges...muttering that they had better be doing the work assigned to them.
Library of Magic
Zeoll and Kanchana are lead inside of the large library by the young man that seems to work here. The inside is slightly musty and smells of old books. Upon hearing your words the boy shakes his head and then leads you to a small archway that leads into a smaller room. Fixed upon the floor is a pentragram and a low ahlf column that only comes up to the boys waist. "There are three scholars here that research taur history." His brow furrows as he tries to remember all of the knowledge that is in the place and then shakes his head. "As to GreenMages...I am sure we have literature on it but am not sure at this time." He looks to Kanchana with a smile and cuts her a bow. "Do you want me to see what I can dig up after I drop you two off?" He indicates the circle with a wave of his hand. "Please step inside and we will be taken to our destination." He has his hand resting upon the column as he waits for you to enter the circle.
Alleyway
Many ideas are flying through Brahmah's head and he is not sure if any of them will work. He moves off down the street after exiting the alley on the other side. He does notice some shops...but what exactly he is looking for is needed to see if he can find the right one.
Local Pub
Kale, Flat-top, Gecktar and Toros sit in the little bar at one of the best tables or at least the best this establishment can provide. The barmaid, Ellse, comes over with two rather large pitchers of cool ale. She gives the taurs a warm smile as she moves away, not seeing any reason to get money from them yet, then she stops. "Would you like some food...the bread is good as is the cheese...we have an edible vegetable stew and a leg of lamb that is well roasted." She waits to see if they need anything else before she goes. You notice that the bartender seems rather pleased that you have taken drinks at least.
Flat-top Wednesday July 20th, 2005 8:46:59 AM
Flat-top takes a mug of ale, Drains the mug and suck the mud dry. "Ahhh! that was GOOD! W'ell have another Pitcher of your ale and I'll have a little bit of food, (BERP!) Bread, lettuce, apples and oatmeal. Now do you taurs want any thing to eat with this fine Ale?" He ask the troups.
Brahmah Wednesday July 20th, 2005 9:29:50 AM
Brahmah is searching, with no real conviction. His first thought is, of course, this city's brance of the Catacombs.
He thinks, 'What would needed for an effective infultration of Vargas army? Different weapons. Keeping the falchion is a give away if I was to diguise myself. If I was going to head in with an antin-Domi mindset, I coould keep my weapons and make sure I have some sort of immunity to mind reading and poisons. I know of a couple things that can do that, but gold is the issue.' He continues to ponder the ideas. He has no doubt that he could get onto the island alone as someone returning home. The more he thinks about, the more determined he gets.
Gecktar [sub Jay B] Wednesday July 20th, 2005 9:34:29 AM
The cleric simply sits, eating whatever is set in front of him. He listens to conversation but doesn't say much.
He does, however, rummage in his bag to take a mental inventory of his equipment.
Kale (Sub Cayzle) Wednesday July 20th, 2005 4:13:13 PM
Kale is glad to make use of the services of the establishment ... good food and drink, a pleasant barmaid, a smiling proprieter. What could be better?
That said, he keeps alert -- maybe too good to be true.
Kanchana Wednesday July 20th, 2005 5:42:45 PM
Kanchana replies excitedly, "Oh yes please do! I am looking for any lore on Green Mages no matter how small or insignificant seeming, everything is of interest."
Smiling Kanchana adds, "also thank you for guiding us to the Taur loremasters."
Zeoll Wednesday July 20th, 2005 7:55:13 PM
Zeoll smiles at Kanchana's enthusiasm, but privately he wonders why the Chosen have fled to the winds. Is he the only one who remembers the quest? But he says nothing of this to Kanchana.
Instead, he replies that he would very much like to see the Taur scholars. He has questions about a Taur named Vargas, and about a very evil black sword. Does Vargas have it or seek it? What can they tell the Chosen about it? He directs his questions to anyone who seems like a possible scholar.
Solgrin Wednesday July 20th, 2005 9:10:50 PM
Solgrin thanks the fellow mage then settles in at the indicated corner table and begins to start to scribe a few choice spells into his spellbook.
**** OOC: spell list coming via email. ****
Toros Wednesday July 20th, 2005 10:24:08 PM
"Of course I do Flat-top. Could you get me one of these you get for yourself please..."
Sword of peril. (DM Jim) Wednesday July 20th, 2005 11:11:14 PM Star Mage Guild
Solgrin finds himself very much alone in the library that he is in. He hears no sounds from the lower floor and it seems that maybe magic is at work here to make it quiet. To be expected really.
Library of Magic
The small room seems to jump around Kanchana and Zeoll as the room is flooded with light. The feeling is a sudden jerk that make you feel as if you have left your stomach behind. You find that your are in a room almost identicle to the one that you left but the young man just keeps his hand upon the column. "You might want to brace yourselves...we need to make one more jump." He seem apologetic as he forgot to mention the jerk to you earlier and he gives a wane smile. "Sorry." With a sudden tug and flash of lights, you feel the jerk again and you find yourselves in another of those small rooms but this time the man moves towards the archway in front of him.
You enter a room cluttered with scrolls, books, an assortment of parchment and other oddities that leaves you with the feeling to not touch anything. Well the way some of those things are stacked it might just fall over and bury you under a mound of stuff. "Master taurs...are you here?" The youth seems to be looking around not with interest at any of the books or stuff but for someone. You hear a scraping of a bench maybe and then an older minotaur comes around the corner of a stack of books. He takes in the two taurs with the youth and waves a dismissing hand. "You would be two of the Chosen...but where is your Captain Brahmah?" He seems to have a worried expression on his face as he glances to see if anyone else is coming throught he archway. "There is also the rest of you?" He seems rather worried and suddenly his eyes show fear, as if something unthinkable had happened. "They are not..." He cannot bring himself to finish the statement as he wobbles slightly.
CC
Brahmah comes upon what must be a branch office of the Catacombs. Though this building is only about five feet wide and ten feet tall. It seems to be squished in between the two buildings on either side of it. The sign tells all but how could it hold anything at all in such a small building.
You can take your purchasing power to the real CC, JayB. Unless it is something so mundane that you think I can handle it just as well in game. :)
The Pub
Another four pitchers of ale are brought to the table by Ellse as she gives the taurs a winning smile. She is soon gone and then accompanied by the other barmaid as they bring back four large trays filled with an assortment of food. Meats, cheeses, fruits, bread, meat pastries, fruit pastries, several bowls of oatmeal and an odd assortment of candied pastries pile the trays as they are set down upon the large table. The other serving woman moves off as Ellse looks to the lot of you and sighs as she holds out her hand. "That will be five gold." She seems to be maybe expecting a little something extra maybe but she does not press with any signs. "If you are in need of anything else please let me know and we can maybe get it for you." She does seem happy to be about her work though she is soon sitting at the bar again talking in low tones to the other barmaid.
Flat-top Thursday July 21st, 2005 10:02:38 AM
Flat-top is feeling Really Happy right about now, he lool at Ellse and open his money pouch. Taking out a Platium coin (1pc=10gp), then gives the coib to her, "Elshe! Thish is for the food,(Burpp!) keep the change Sweets (HIC) Sweet Peee!" (see Flat-top cannot pronounce her name right or almost anything else)
To his friends he tell them "All! all of you leets eat! You never know when we'll eat this good again!"
Toros Thursday July 21st, 2005 4:39:02 PM
Toros cannot help but think Hope I do not fall asleep again after this delicious but heavy meal, while he enjoys his food and drink, "Cheers Everyone!"
Brahmah d20+8=26 d20+7=19 Thursday July 21st, 2005 6:11:13 PM
Brahmah stops in to the Catacombs (no mundane stuff, sorry :)) and soon leaves happy with his purchase[Jim, I'm still in the CC in RL, so it might be a few days!].
Brahmah walks about, looking up at the sky every so often as Pah'caw soars above. Make no mistake, the minotaur is ready for anything to happen. Muggers. Pickpockets. Assassins. (Spot 26, Listen 19)
He is still debating Vargas and the war. [Jim, I'll be emailing you with a few questions!]
Zeoll Thursday July 21st, 2005 7:38:45 PM
Zeoll bows to the elder minotaur. "Hello, sirr. Ourr frriends arre not lost or in perril. They simply had otherr errrands to do."
"Thank you forr yourr time. We arre seeking inforrmation about Varrgas, the warr he intends to launch, and the evil black sworrd with which he seeks to wage it."
"We underrstand that ourr job is to stop him."
Kanchana Thursday July 21st, 2005 8:36:55 PM
Kanchana doesn't really have anything to add to what Zeoll has just told, so she merely nods in affirmation.
The meat of the matter. (DM Jim) Friday July 22nd, 2005 12:31:07 AM Star Mage Guild
Solgrin finds that the time just slips away and he goes about his work on getting a few new spells. He is glad to see that none of the books or scrolls have been effected by the water. Even some of the text type books that he pulls down and looks at seem to be very informative.
Library of Magic
The minotuar nods his head with an obvious look of relief upon his face. "That took another ten years off my life...I had thought that our hope was gone." He motions you to follow along with him as he navigates the piles of books and such with ease. Finally you find that you are in a little area that is clear with three large tables with scrolls covering them and writings. He indicates cushions and chairs that it seems the scholars use when they are not busy. "Please sit and I will explain what I can to you." He sits down on a hard bench and shakes his head as he clears his throat. "We of course know of the war that is raging at this moment in the Taur Islands and yes Vargas heads it, under Marteaus's banner. To start with Vargas was not always a follower of Marteaus..he was once a devote paladin of our Father Domi." He waits to let that sink in as he pulls up a cart that has some glasses upon it and pastry rolls. He takes a mug and fills it with water as he indicates you can do the same. "He was betrayed by a corrupt clergy and yes some were even corrupt back then...but he blamed Domi for that. So he turned to the one person that had defeated him and his men in that battle...for him and his men had been sent as peaceful envoys but were set upon and destroyed, but Vargas. To turn ones enemy to your side is one of the greatest things to accomplish, no matter which side you are on...and he was now against us." He takes another sip of water and shakes his head some more. "This sword that he hunts is pure evil...it was bathed in the souls of all those that Marteaus destroyed long ago. Thought the sword was thought lost and not even Marteaus himself knew that it had taken part of the power that he was drawing to him. My fellow scholars and I believe that the sword will change it's form to fit the wielder...longsword or twohanded when needed. Little else is known about the sword really as it was spirited away to be saved for a coming battle. This sword should radiate such a sense of evil that it would make any good person sick...we also figure that it would corrupt your mind as a powerful artifact it would have to be." He lets his eyes fall to the floor as a few tears show upon his face. "Our home is being torn apart at this time and we are powerless to do anything but guide you to try and stop it."
A lovely young liontaur comes into the room about this time in deep conversation with a male centaur. The both stop as the see you sitting with the other scholar and the liontaur looks around with obvious hope. Her face falls as she does not find what she is looking for. They both take seats as the get the idea that you are being given information and that you are part of the Chosen. The minoatur speaks again. "The war has started home, but it was began by all three races in opposition of each other again. Seems they all blame the other for a prophecy getting away and a means to stop this war." The minotaur as well as his fellows all snort and the centaur speaks up. "Yeah...greater power is what all three races was looking for. Domi be praised that you Chosen got the Savior away from all of them." The liontaur female nods her head and seems to have a scowl plastered on her face now, even as she speaks. "Still this has all brought the ancient race out of hiding or at least one of them." She blushes as the other two scholars look at her with disdain but then shrug. "They will have to know anyways as he waits for them in South Harbor." This last is said by the minotaur scholar.
The young man that showed you here returns and hands some scrolls to Kanchana with a smile and a nod. He then slips back out but not before the scholars give him a quesationing look.
Eunice, what you have been given is mostly the information on the board about the GreenMage. As for covens or circles, there is only one know of but that is a rumor...in the CulverWoods. That does not mean that there are not others, just they are a secretive group.
CC
Brahmah had found the real Catacombs and the building is huge. He slips inside and goes about his shopping, for once he has gotten to see the true outside of that wonderful building. After that he slips back out and wanders the streets and ponders his next move.
Ignore my last post of the CC being a branch office JayB. Sorry to say but the real thing is located in Plateau City. My bad. :)
The Pub
The food is great for being such a small pub and the service is quite nice. The barmaid had gasped at Flat-top before making her way over and depositing half the money into the proprieters drawer and then laying the rest into a jar. It seems that despite everything the barmaids split all tips.
Flat- Top Friday July 22nd, 2005 6:43:06 AM
"Yes! Cheeers!" Flat-top raises his mug of ale. He look at his long time Friend Kale, "Come Kale! How about a frendly fight to keep our mussels limber?? HuH?. Anybody else want to (Hic) wresselez? A little hand to Hand combat??" Flat-top has this silly smile on his face, almost as if he goning to sleep in his salad?
Brahmah Friday July 22nd, 2005 8:24:11 PM
(OOC: Brahmah should be done with the CC soon!)
He walks away from the Catacombs, still watching the streets for trouble. He move off toward the Library.
Gecktar [sub Jay B] Friday July 22nd, 2005 8:25:44 PM
The cleric knocks back yet another lager, sets down his pint, and falls, with a thump off the bench, asleep or drunk, or both.
Toros Saturday July 23rd, 2005 6:58:09 AM
As drunk as he could be Toros responds to Flat-top with a silly smile, "Flat-top, why dont you offer a friendly wrestling match to our lovely barmaid?" Toros is not in a position to be able to pay attention whether the barmaid hears them or not, but if she hears, he hopes she would not mind such joke, as he is very drunk and does not control what he is saying, although he can still speak very fluently...
Flat-top Saturday July 23rd, 2005 7:19:17 AM
Flat-top loolking at Toros (and His Twin Brother), "Hmmm! westling is a lotst like (Berp!) dan... dancing, I like Dancing!"
Flat-top Stagers over to Elsie nad ask her "Pretty Lady! would yoouu wesssst... WEEE... dace err dance with me??" As he is asking her, he sways a little.
Kale (Sub by Cayzle) Saturday July 23rd, 2005 10:04:56 AM
Kale enjoys himself, but with greater discretion than his friends Gecktar, Toros, and Flat-top. He keeps his eyes open and senses sharp in case there is any trouble.
Zeoll Saturday July 23rd, 2005 10:13:04 AM
"This is bad news, good scholarrs, but not unexpected. Please tell us morre about this "ancient rrace" -- and what awaits us in South Harrborr?"
"And what about the sworrd? Wherre was it seen or hearrd of last? Should we trry to find it firrst, or go home to fight Varrgas firrst?"
The liontaur scratches his head, hard. "Something in my hearrt tells me the sworrd is the top prriorrity."
Zeoll ponders, then says, "It is trrue that 'To turrn ones enemy to yourr side is one of the grreatest things to accomplish' -- what arre ourr chances to turrn Varrgas back to ourr side? Surrely that would be best of all? What can you tell me of his historry, the people in his past, his loves and hates. If we could rreforrm him, then that would be a coup indeed."
Flat-top Sunday July 24th, 2005 8:41:03 AM
Flat-top dances on, but even as drunk as he is. He's alert to danger, and as he swings the waitress around, he alway takes a look around the room for a fight.
Kanchana Sunday July 24th, 2005 5:25:09 PM
Kanchana is indeed surprised by the news that Vargas used to be a follower of Father Tomi.
She thanks the lad for the scrolls and holds them close to her once he hands them to her. Once they have the information they need to begin to set things more to rights among the Taurs she hopes to read the scrolls about green mages.
"Do any of you know what this sword actually looks like? Do you have any prints or drawings of it?"
Kanchana does not think it is the same as the sword she gave to Jandar, it certainly did not make her feel violently ill to touch it.
Kanchana wonders why they only mentioned one savior when there where two children.
"What do you mean by THE savior?" she asks diffidently.
Solgrin d20+11=13 d20+11=18 d20+11=28 d20+11=22 d20+11=22 d20+11=15 d20+11=21 d20+11=31 Monday July 25th, 2005 3:40:17 AM
Solgrinworks on continuing to transfer some new spells to his spellbook.
* spllcraft checks for all spells to be added. (success) *
Brahmah Monday July 25th, 2005 4:49:00 AM
The ranger moves on through the streets. Brahmah searches for an inn ot shop to change into his new gear, hoping its safe and private. Privacy was the key, he didn't want anyone to see him in his new equipment. He soon settles for a side alley that has a bunch of trash and boxes to change behind.
The things to do. (DM Jim) Monday July 25th, 2005 7:03:53 PM Star Mage Guild
Solgrin finds that he is able to copy all of his spells and wonder about the time. He has the feeling that a lot of time has passed but it does not seem like it really. He once again figures that there is some kind of magic involved in the library that he is in.
Library of Magic
The liontaur looks to the rest and they nod at her so she speaks first. "The ancient race...yes you do remember legends that say that we were originally one race split into three...well that is not totally true, we were once one race but split into four. There is an ancient race of taurs that were not as hardy as the rest of us and they retreated from the Wold. They are called gnoats and are much like a satyr in many ways but they only have little stubby horns that stick out of the tops of thier heads, the typical goatee and are the shortest of our race...at four feet tall." The young liontaur smiles as she remembers the first meeting they had with the one from the ancient race. "He was sent to help with the peace in the Taur Islands. Though the gnoats have taken themselves out of Wold Affairs, they still keep an eye upon their original home....we think so they may one day come back." She nods her head as she hands over a scroll that holds a picture off all three races bent in prayer to Father Domi. It is easy to tell the smallest of the taur races with head bent and wearing robes. "A gnoat awaits you in South Harbor to help you in finding the location of the Black Blade that Vargas seeks. I should warn you that the gnoats are mostly wizards and bards, so they have much more knowledge than even we do...some of which he has been willing to share with us."
The minotaur speaks up shortly after the liontaur stops talking and shakes his head. "We have no idea where the sword is at this time. It is said that it traveled for a while with a zealot group that serves Marteaus but where they actually took the sword is unknown. It is thought that they killed themselves after hiding the sword so that they knowledge would not be found out but by a true follower of Marteaus." With a look to the other two scholars and at their nod he also nods. "You are correct Zeoll...the sword should be your first priority...for without it Vargas will have less of a chance of winning his war for his dark master." The minotaur laughs lightly as he takes in Zeoll and nods in understanding. "Yes...to reform Vargas would be a great boon for our side...but I feel that he maybe too far gone for that." He shakes his head as he thinks of a fellow minotaur that has turned his face from Father Domi...especially one that once served him so loyally. "He was once a great hero for the cause of Father Domi...speaking bluntly you can try but you would have a better chance of talking a tree into falling...well that is my thoughts anyways. As for his history...he was a paladin of Domi at one time who served loyally fighting against the forces of Marteaus in his day. He was an orphan and never really took to anyone, he was what most would call a zealot in his actions. He had no time for love or friends it is said, but as time went on he started to lose his faith but he always held hope. When the followers of Marteaus proposed peace he tried to talk the church into not accepting the invitation but they knew better and sent his unit with the diplomates to negotiate peace. His entire unit was destroyed along with the diplomates and he seemed to snap. He came back a changed taur that ranted at the church for their failings to his men but they said that peace was worth any cost...so said Father Domi. That is when he turned to the one that had defeated him...feeling that Marteaus was the stronger and more worth his efforts. He even boasted that he would show the church their folley by showing them just how stupid they were." The minotaur hangs his head as he speaks about the history of a fellow minotaur and tears flow.
As the minotaur brings his emotions back under control and the female liontaur comforts him, centaur speaks up. He turns his head to regard Kanchana with a mix of emotions. "We are scholars and know much of what is going on in the Wold and the Taur Islands. As to the "savior", we know their location and we say savior as it is unclear if they both will play a part or just one of them. No matter how well you try to see into the future it is shrouded in mists of possiblities...if it was not then we could tell you where the sword was and if you would succed in getting it before Vargas." The centaur laughs lightly and then shakes his head to stave off any anger that might be brought forth. "We only know of the sword through legend...but it does exhist, that we know...though we do not know where it is or what it looks like." He looks to the other two who still are trying to calm down some. "We do know that it is black as night or so says the legends and an artifact of great evil...if one of good was to touch it......" He breaks off as he shrugs his shoulders and you understand that it would be very bad but they are not sure what exactly would happen. "The gnoat will be able to tell you more though and he said something about pieces of a map that would lead to the sword...other than that we know very little more." The three scholars sit and wait to see what else the two will ask or if they will take thier leave now. Still there is a lot to think about and a lot to talk about with the rest of the Chosen.
Streets
Brahmah finds himself walking the streets of Plateau City trying to come to terms with some of his thoughts lately. He has an idea of what he must do...but can he do it.
The Pub
The group has pretty much let itself go as they sit, drinking and eating in the small pub. Only Kale keeps his wits about him though he does indulge in the drink and food. He knows that he must keep his wits at least fairly sharp for trouble. Flat-top wanders off to hit up Ellse to dance and finds her more than a capable partner. She is able to avoid getting her feet stepped on and it is no wonder, she does work in a busy pub most of the time.
Kanchana Monday July 25th, 2005 8:47:39 PM
Kanchana actually smirks knowingly and looks highly amused as the scholar says that they would have better chance of talking a tree into falling over.
And on a more serious note: "Does that black sword have any connection to any fae?"
Gecktar [sub Jay B] Monday July 25th, 2005 9:43:14 PM
The taur lies under the table, snoring off his drinks.
Solgrin Tuesday July 26th, 2005 5:00:00 AM
When Solgrin has finished copying his spells he will clean up his work area then head off to the Library of Magic hoping to find the other Chosen.
Flat-top Tuesday July 26th, 2005 6:30:53 AM
After the dance, Flat-top makes a graceful bow, well as graceful as tipsy centaur can make. "It wassh a pleasure (Burp!) Dan...Dan...ce with you. Shall we (hic!) do it again Later?"
Flat-top returnd "Hey! Gecktar! Did you see how well she can dance? Gecktas! Gecktar where are you?" Fat-top wonders, then he look under the table. There Gecktar is sleeping it off. The Center asking Kale "I though that Minotaues could hold up better and longer, than a few drinks and a sanwitch or two??"
Kale d20+9=18 Tuesday July 26th, 2005 6:50:33 AM
Kale smiles at Flat-top. "I think Gecktar was drinking while you were dancing."
Kale watches as he chats with Flat-top (Spot 18).
Gecktar [sub Jay B] Tuesday July 26th, 2005 8:47:05 AM
*snort, snort* "No the weasels can't have a pillow, they have two legs." *snort* *gurgle* He mumbles in his sleep.
Brahmah Tuesday July 26th, 2005 8:48:58 AM
Brahmah hums to himself, unaware that he's lost in the shady part of town.
OOC: Remember, at this point, he's in his new gear.
Sam Tuesday July 26th, 2005 9:58:52 AM
im back, ill take Kale back over tommrow. thanks for posting for me
Cayzle OOC Tuesday July 26th, 2005 11:45:56 AM
Welcome back, Sam!
Zeoll Tuesday July 26th, 2005 7:09:31 PM
Zeoll shows no surprise at news of other Taur races. "Being dead forr a couple yearrs brroadens one's perrspective," he says. "I have often thought that the brranches of the Taurr rraces have sprread farr out. I myself have met crricket-taurrs and fish-taurrs, and I have hearrd of spiderr- and scorrrpion-taurrs. I will give these "gnoats" the same rrespect that all of Domi's childrren deserrve."
"So we must go to South Harrborr and meet a gnoat. Wherre exactly should we go? What is the gnoat's name? Forr that matterr, forrgive my bad mannerrs, but what arre yourr names, good scholarrs? I am Zeoll, of courrse, and this is Kanchana."
"I hope you will not mind if I send a messengerr herre to you frrom time to time. I feel that all good Taurrs must stick togetherr in the trroubles ahead."
"In fact, I think all people of good faith, Taurrs and Taurr-frriends alike, need to worrk togetherr. I know a young human girrl, Tash of South Harrborr, forr example, who is sympathetic to ourr cause. If everr you meet, think well of her and be kind, please."
When the trio talk about Vargas's disillusionment with the priesthoods of Domi, Zeoll nods his head.
"Frrankly, although I would neverr turrn to the path of despairr, I agrree with Varrgas. The clerrgy have become sadly corrrupt in the Taurr Isles. I believe that the only solution is to strrip all clerrgy of all temporral powerr. Let each Taurr prray as they will. Let no prriest's worrds rule over anotherr. If prriests' can only advise, if therre is no hierrarrchy, if all who wish to ministerr must take a vow of poverrty, then perrhaps the prriest can earrn back the peoples' trrust and rrespect."
"But I think that seas of prriestly blood will spill beforre the Taurrs arre made whole."
Zeoll's face is grim as he says this, and he unknowingly flexes his claws against the floor as his tail swishes in anger.
The order of business. (DM Jim) Tuesday July 26th, 2005 10:42:14 PM Library of Magic
The minotaur scholars looks to Zeoll and actually turns red as he hears the other taur speak. "You are right...we have forgotten introductions in the heat of the moment." He indicates himself first, the centaur scholar and finally the female wemic scholar with a hand. "I am Triag...this is Bretch and the shy one is Otilia." He then smiles again and shakes his head. "The good gnoat that you go to see is named Grath." He shrugs at some of Zeoll's other questions and then nods his head at what he remembers. "Grath said that he had an idea of where a part of the map maybe...but he would not share his information with us." He seems a little disappointed at this but he takes it in stride as well.
Otilia looks to Kanchana as the others talk and smiles at her. "I have delved deep into what little bit is known about the sword...which is next to nothing...but a fae would never touch this sword." With a look of pure speculation and maybe a little bit of wonder she speaks again. "I would doubt that many could touch it but a truely evil person...as an artifact it would be beyond magic that could fool it...though it should be able to be moved that way or maybe with a gauntleted hand, but I would not advise that."
The centaur scholar, who is older than the other two by a lot has fallen to sleep standing. You notice that he lightly snores but not enough to bother anyone as you all talk.
Streets of Plateau
Brahmah finds that the winding streets have lead him towards the Library of Magic though he is in a side alley. He can see the building across the street and he has to be wondering what the other Chosen are doing right now.
Solgrin finds that his steps lead him straight to the library. Out front is a low wall of dirt that he would recon has been made through magic to protect the building from the floodwaters. This building is large and reminds him of the library back in Floating City, this one must have lots of books.
Small Pub
Kale finds the peace that they have found soothing and unsettling at the same time. He most likely would like some action but finds nothing to give him distraction in this place.
Flat-top wanders back over after his dance and a short thanks to the barmaid. He does find his progressed stopped as the barmaid turns his head slowly and kisses him fully on the lips, he even thinks that he feels a tongue push at his lips. As she lets him go back to the table she sighs and looks back to her friend with a wistful look upon her face.
Gecktar has fallen asleep under the table that the small group sits at. He mutters and mumbles in his sleep as Flat-top comes back.
Her friend seems rather startled that the woman was that bold but also looks curious. They both fall into some kind of quiet discussion but the both glance back to the group from time to time.
Toros Tuesday July 26th, 2005 11:03:32 PM
It has been a good time with others in the Pub. When Flat-top is awake and in good condition, Toros will give the present he has prepared for the Centaur. "Here it is Flat-top, hope you use it in good health. And with this occasion let me thank you for your all good and fun accompany, and also the kind gift you have brought from the Woldcon. It was very nice of you to think of us indeed."
Zeoll and others should be back soon, as well. When Zeoll returns, Toros will also give his present too."Herre is my frriend, use it in good health! Thank you for being with us... again, and always thinking of the Chosen.., for your stories, those dire wolf pelts and ... "
When Flat-top and Zeoll opens their packages they will find one Philter of Shield, ready to be used.
OOC: Please do not forget to read the prescriptions before use at Oshirr House, now you can access it through http://www.woldiangames.com/oshirr/items/philters.htm. Zeoll can ask the memory of his sub-identity, Cayzle, for recalling the written information ;-b
Well come Kale!
And I, myself, after tomorrow I will be away and may not have the conditions to post properly for around one week. Could someone please sub Toros, if I miss his posts during this time interval?
Toros Tuesday July 26th, 2005 11:09:41 PM
"Waooww nice kiss Flat-top. You lucky, ....."
OOC: I happened to post later than the DM post, although aimed to do before that.
Kale Wednesday July 27th, 2005 6:33:05 AM
Kale will just nurse his current drink and observe his surroundings until everyone is ready to leave
Flat-top Wednesday July 27th, 2005 7:49:45 AM
"Thank-you, Toros, This some thing new, I'll have to get use to it. Sit down and have a drink with us before you go. Oh! Yes! And look out for Gecktar under thr Table! I don't want you to hurt your Paws." Flat-top tell him.
Flat=top face is a little red, But tells his friends, "Gee! Did you see that Woman dance? She's a wonerful dancer, But what she did next is strange to me?? She put her lips on my lips?? Thw=e shr slips something warm and soft into my mouth?? Now I feel strange?? I fell warm all over?? I feel strange I feel that I wnnt more than a Lip Locking?? AND I Don'T Mean Dancing!" he tell his best friend Kale.
Solgrin d20+11=29 Wednesday July 27th, 2005 8:06:03 AM
Solgrin stops in his tracks as something comes to his mind. Solgrin then turns back around and returns into the Star Tower. Once inside Solgrin will head back to where he had been working and scribe an additional spell into his book. When done he will go quickly to the Library where the other Chosen were headed and rejoin them.
** spellcraft: 29 (success, learned the spell) **
Brahmah Wednesday July 27th, 2005 3:50:57 PM
Brahmah waits for something to happen in a nearby alley.
Kanchana Wednesday July 27th, 2005 6:48:12 PM
Kanchana smiles back at the other wemic.
She wonders whether she should mention the black sword that she handed over to Brother Jandar. They cannot be the same sword at least, but quite possibly made from the same materials since fae won't touch any of the two it seems.
"Would it be safe to presume that this foul sword is indeed not a Taur-crafted item? Maybe the elves, fae or humans may know something of it?"
Zeoll Wednesday July 27th, 2005 8:52:56 PM
Zeoll sighs. He spends a lot of time describing the special anti-fey sword that the party gave to the platinum dragons. Then he turns to the scholars. "Please, tell us that these two weapons -- the anti-fey sworrd and the Black Sworrd -- arre entirrely two differrent things. Unrrelated. Not connected. Nothing to do with each otherr. Rright?"
The next step. (DM Jim) Thursday July 28th, 2005 2:26:59 AM Library of Magic
Triag nods as more questions are posed and he smiles slightly as he speaks. "The sword you described is part of another ancient legend. It tells of a sleeper that has power over nature. Though he was put to sleep once before it is prophesied that he will awaken once again due to the dreams of fae." He shakes his head again and gives a smile of reassurance to the group. "That sword you found is one of several ancient artifacts that was used to put the Fae King to sleep last time he was awakened. It is a thing of nature surely and that fact that it is made of coldiron is the reason faes do not want to touch it. Though with gauntlets on they can wield it...in fact it was an elf that wielded it last time to put the Fae King down." He looks to his liontaur partner and then grimaces at the centaur. "Please excuse him as he has been doing research late into the mornings. What with nature on the rise and the war in his homeland...well we all have gotten little sleep." As he rises to go check upon something the liontaur takes over talking.
Otilia's hands clench and unclench as she shakes her head and speaks. "The black sword we think was made by the elves of the deep...or so it is rumored. The sword you spoke of was indeed crafted by the elves to help in defeating the Fae King...the elven smith giving his life to power that sword." She suddenly stops and then thinks for a few seconds and seems to consider that she may not have answered you question right. "The two swords are not the same of that you can be sure. I mean you have not lost a hand or anything from touching it did you. Did it drive you mad or the like...bloodlust would have maybe been an obvious effect of the black sword."
Streets of Plateau City
Solgrin had taken off in the opposite direction in a hurry as if he had forgotten something. He is gone for some time before he returns and once again is outside of the Library of Magic.
Brahmah notices all this going on with Solgrin but has seen few people walking about. Once or twice the alley is passed by small groups of people, numbering maybe five to each.
Small Pub
Kale has kept his wits about him but finds that there is little in the way of action going on in this city for now. Well unless you call the repairs and such going on outside of interest.
Flat-top finds himself back at the table with oddly strange feelings running through his mind. That kiss earlier and something else had set an itch in the poor taur that he could not scratch.
Gecktar is under the table sleeping off good food and good drink. Peace is the only thing on his mind at this time...well at least you hope so.
Toros has gotten some new gifts and passes them out to the two taurs that are still awake in the pub. He goes on for a time about them trying to give them the short version of how they work.
The two barmaids continue to talk but they seem even more fascinated by the taurs at the table. The one that kissed Flat-top must have said something because the other one turns a deep shade of red and turns he face away from the table. When she does look back she cannot look at Kale without blushing furiously.
Jay, taking things slow for you until we get a definite decision. With things not quite working the way you may have wanted.
Cayzle and Eunice, once again I will stat this for the record. The sword that you gave to the "Dragons" was not black anyways...it was a dull silver or gray.
For those of you interested there will be the equivalent of two weeks downtime after this module is over. The next module will have you getting another item needed and then you will start your travels home. So look forward to getting back to the Taur Islands. :)
Flat-top Thursday July 28th, 2005 7:55:13 AM
Flat-top thinks that the three barmaids are laughing at him, he turn to Kale tells him, "I cannot stand this,I have to hit some body or thing." Flat-top trots out the door. looking for some one or a tree to hit.
Kale Thursday July 28th, 2005 10:45:46 AM
watching Flat-Top leave, Kale shakes his head and sits back to enjoy the rest of the night.
Zeoll Thursday July 28th, 2005 3:23:33 PM
The sage says, "The black sword we think was made by the elves of the deep ... or so it is rumored." -- and Zeoll shakes his head to say "no."
The liontaur scratches at his head, as if to dig out something buried there. "No ... no ... Not by drrow. Not by any morrtal. Someone else made it. The black blade. Someone ... "
Zeoll wonders how he has a powerful voice in his head -- a voice that says, "Once long ago I forged a blade of dark and great power ..." What memory is that? Who's voice speaks in his mind's ear?
The liontaur shakes his head vigorously, as if to clear cobwebs. The beads he wears in his mane clack and click together in a racket.
"Nope. Not drrow. They did not make the black blade." he says firmly.
Solgrin Thursday July 28th, 2005 3:45:56 PM
Solgrin goes and tries to find the other chosen that are in the Library of Magic.
Gecktar [sub Jay B] Thursday July 28th, 2005 4:16:50 PM
Gecktar stirs and sits back up on the bench, holding his head. "*OooH...*"
Brahmah Thursday July 28th, 2005 4:19:18 PM
The ranger stays there in the alley, watching the doors of the Library. He is careful to stay out of sight for the moment.
Kanchana Thursday July 28th, 2005 4:45:01 PM
Kanchana wonders if the scholars have some sort of tic, they keep shaking their heads all the time.
"My memory seems to fail me... where do we start to look for this sword - or for ways to destroy the sword rather."
((James, when you first described the sword you said it was black, now you say it is dull gray or silver; unfortunately the first description has stuck. The evil weapon shouldn't have been a sword as well.)) ;)
Brahmah (OOC:) Thursday July 28th, 2005 9:08:42 PM
OOC: Kanchana, we likely handed the evil sword over to a disguised Vargus. :) Themstha breaks. ;)
Jim, you were pretty ambiguous about the sword orignally. I agree with Eunice.
Brahmah Friday July 29th, 2005 1:59:48 AM
The Captain lingers in the alley.
The meeting back up. (DM Jim) Friday July 29th, 2005 2:46:48 AM Library of Magic
Zeoll and Kanchana have gotten all of the information it seems they are going to get. Otilia rises and moves towards the arch that leads to the teleporter. "I am afraid that it is time that you were back on your mission." She seems apologetic as she says this and sighs. "We have more work to do chronicling the Taur history...along with our individual projects." The other two taurs wave to you and say goodbye, the centaur having been woken up to see you off.
Streets of Plateau City
Solgrin finds that upon his return that nothing has seemed to change though it has gotten even later, nearing supper time it would seem as his tummy rumbles. Shortly after going inside he will most likely run into Zeoll and Kanchana coming out of a smaller room.
Brahmah is still watching from the alleyway but he does not move to check on his fellow Chosen that he can see. He has other things that he feels he must attend to for now.
Small Pub
Flat-top wanders to the outside of the little pub. He had thought the two barmaids to be making fun of him, still he has a fuzzy feeling when he thinks back to that kiss.
Kale lounges as he just feels good for once. Seems that rest has a nice feeling to it and he intends to enjoy himself to the fullest.
Gecktar slowly wakes and pulls himself from below the table. His head is foggy and he does not remember too much of what has happened.
Toros is lost in deep thoughts on what they will do next and where the other Chosen are at at this time.
Went looking through the archives but could find no reference to the sword as being black. I could only find references to it being made of cold iron.
Kanchana + (OOC To James from Eunice) Friday July 29th, 2005 5:57:32 AM
Kanchana thanks the scholars for their time and then finds a table to read up on the scroll the young man (or was he a boy?) gave to her to read.
((Did you check the e-mail description you sent me when I first asked for detailed info on the sword, you said it was black (or in the very least dark; I am still looking for the e-mail) - but never metallic, grey or silver in color. Anyway it doesn't really matter all in all at this point, the swords aren't one and the same, but it is as confusing as all heck that this new weapon had to be a dark-colored sword as well.))
((ROTFL!! Jay that was a good one!))
Kale Friday July 29th, 2005 7:01:50 AM
just sits back and enjoys the night
Flat-top Friday July 29th, 2005 8:18:31 AM
Flat-top cannot find a tree, but there is a big bush around. He trots to it and beats the bush(leaving it a little bald!). Then trots back in to the Tavern, telling Kale, Gecktat and Toros all about beating the top off a bush, then he adds "If Kanchana ever find out what I did to that bush, She'd jump on my Bach and chew my beautiful tail off."
Solgrin Friday July 29th, 2005 10:58:40 AM
Seeing Kanchana and Zeoll, Solgrin walks over to them and asks "Did you find out anything? Are we headed back to the isles?"
Gecktar [sub Jay B] Friday July 29th, 2005 5:28:00 PM
He just sits with the group, listening and laughing.
Zeoll d20+9=15 Saturday July 30th, 2005 6:52:04 AM
Zeoll thanks the sages and leaves with Kanchana. When he meets Solgrin, he tells the whole story.
"Yes, it is back to South Harrborr forr us."
As he does chats with the centaur, Zeoll looks down the street (Spot 15) -- is that Flat-top attacking a bush?
Meeting back up. (DM Jim) Sunday July 31st, 2005 12:50:42 AM Library of Magic
Solgrin finds Zeoll and Kanchana just inside of the library entrance. He is able to speak with Zeoll and get some information of thier next course of action. Kanchana has disappeared to one of the many tables that litter this floor, rolling out a scroll to look over. She is amazed that the young man had found the information or at least as much as possible in such short amount of time.
Solgrin and Zeoll step back outside of the library and it is then that Zeoll notices a centaur beating up a poor bush. He has seen very few taurs in this town and that coloration is unmistakable as Flat-top.
Alleyway
Brahmah is still in the alley watching his few Chosen go about their business. He smiles as he shakes his head and silently wonders how they would do without him, not that he would leave...just a stray though.
Small Pub
Flat-top goes outside and finding nothing better molests a pour bush that is convenient. He silently hopes that Kanchana never finds out. He never notices the other taurs down the street as he reenters the pub.
Kale, Gecktar and Toros continue to relax as they sit and contemplate full bellies. Plus adventure and trials ahead.
Sorry, looking to add a new player that Jerry was telling me about. Did not want to move us on too far though I can have a join-up at South Harbor. Yes, Kanchana this does mean more boats for you. :)
Kanchana Sunday July 31st, 2005 2:48:40 AM
Kanchana will make copies of the scrolls before she returns them to a librarian. She barely has noticed that Zeoll has left the building, and hasn't seen Solgrin enter.
Zeoll d20+9=28 Sunday July 31st, 2005 7:15:45 AM
The liontaur takes it upon himself to gather people together. He asks Solgrin to wait outside the library. He chases down Flat-top and then Gecktar and Kale. He sees that they are in a nice place.
"Good worrk, frriends! You have found us accomodations. Now just stay herre while I fetch the otherrs."
Zeoll heads back out and brings tells Solgrin about the inn. Then he tracks down Kanchana, in the library or out, and brings her to the tavern as well.
He looks for Brahamh [Spot 28! Woo Hoo!] and if he sees him urges the Taur to join the group in the inn.
With any luck, Zeoll will gather the entire party at this nice establishment. He will talk with the inn keeper and arrange accomodations and food. Finally, he briefs the Chosen on what they have discovered.
"We met thrree Taurr sages -- a male minotaurr named Triag, and olderr male centaurr named Brretch, and a female liontaurr named Otilia."
"The sages told us that Varrgas was once a Paladin. Like us, he was betrrayed by the corrupt clerrgy of Domi. Like us, he became bitterr about the prriests. But unlike us, he turrned to evil forr rrevenge. Now he is an anti-paladin."
"He seeks this evil black sworrd. Out firrst job is to find it beforre he does. The Sages said that we would find a goat-taurr (called a gnoat) in South Harrborr who would help us."
"The good gnoat that we have to see is named Grrath. he knows wherre therre is parrt of a map."
"So we will stay herre tonight and leave forr South Harrborr in the morrning."
Flat-top Sunday July 31st, 2005 8:22:15 AM
Flat-top is at the table drinking some Ale, when Zeoll Zip into the Room, He tell then to stay here and not to move?? Then Zips out again.
Flat-top puts his mug down, asking the group "What was that?? Sounded like Zeoll??"
About fifteen minuts later and anothe mug of ale. Flat-top sees the rest of the troup enter the tavern, Zeoll explaind as to what they have to do. Flat-top tell all "Starting tomorow is fine with me, But I'm not going near THAT WOMAN again!!"
Flat-top makes a note to himself 'Get Mint Leaves for Kanchana's Sea Sickness>'
Solgrin Monday August 1st, 2005 2:14:16 AM
Solgrin listens carefully to everything that Zeoll tells him as they walk along. Solgrin nods to Zeoll when he is asked to wait here at the tavern. While at the tavern Solgrin carefully moves around to a place he can watch the comings and goings while staying out of the way. When a barmaid passes by him, Solgrin asks "a glass of good wine please and a plater of fruit and cheese please."
Flat-top Monday August 1st, 2005 7:11:56 AM
Sits at the table, listening to What Zeoll is telling all what they have to do. Going to sea again appels to him.
But when he heard the barmaid trying to temp Solgain?? He quickly tell his wizard friend "Solgain! Just don't dance with those Barmaids! They have a strange way of saying Thank-You!!"
Brahmah Monday August 1st, 2005 8:19:04 AM
(OOC: Zeoll, anyone trying to spot Brahmah will have to make a Will save and THEN a spot check.)
Brahmah waits, hidden in a dark alley just off from the Library.
Gecktar [sub Jay B] Monday August 1st, 2005 8:20:18 AM
Gecktar smiles at the accomplishments of the Chosen and wonders if Brahmah will soon be joining them again, or at all.
"Anyone heard from the Captain?"
Zeoll d20+9=29 Monday August 1st, 2005 10:28:56 AM
Zeoll's Will Save: natural 20!
Assuming that Zeoll's Spot 28 and Will save 29 are sufficient, Zeoll spots Brahmah and dashes up to him.
"Brrahmah, we arre meeting in the inn overr therre. The Taurr sages in the Librrarry have told us about a goat-taurr we can trrust in South Harrborr who can point us towarrds the Black Sworrd."
The Taur in the Alley Monday August 1st, 2005 9:55:05 PM
When the strange liontaur approaches the minotaur nearby, he cowers just slightly and downturns his eyes. "K-kind sir, I's be not need'n tha troubles. I's been t-tols to watches tha taurs called Chosen."
Zeoll notices several odd things about this minotaur. First, would be his albino features; white hair and pink eyes. Second, would be the deep hooded black robes. Third, would be his apparent lack of weapons. The Captain of the Chosen always had a falchion on his person, this taur only seems to have shortswords. Lastly, is his size. He is a full head and half shorter than Brahmah.
"P-please, lets us go." There is the slightest hint of a wink in the taur's eye.
The taur turns to slip away. It's now clear he is hunchbacked and sporting a nasty limp he's apparently had for years.
The meeting. (DM Jim) Tuesday August 2nd, 2005 1:43:07 AM
Zeoll has gotten everyone back to the small pub and made quick arrangements with the barkeep. He then slips back out to find the rest of the Chosen, namely Kanchana and Brahmah. He finds an old taur in the alleyway but it is apparent that he is not Brahmah...many things tell you so.
Kanchana is told as she slips out of the library with a fresh set of scrolls in her hand that they are meeting in a small pub down the street. It is a quiet place and rather clean for being so small.
Toros, Gecktar, Flat-top, Solgrin and Kale sit at the same table that the three had taken when they came in. The barkeep comes over smiling at the group a rag in his hands. "Your friend has set up lodging or at least gotten the idea that I have rooms for rent." He looks over the group and nods his head as he thinks. "I have single rooms upstairs if you prefer and then their are three larger rooms out back, used mainly by groups that do not want to split up....2 silver per person for single rooms and 5 silver for a single large room."
Ellse comes wandering over with a tray of stuff for the table. She smiles and gives Flat-top a wink as she lays the tray down beside him and Solgrin. On the tray is a large wheel of cheese with a dagger stuch in it, four loaves of bread and some fresh fruit. She absently brushes up against Flat-top as she turns to leave, an invitation to join her in another dance later. The other barmaid comes over with three pitchers on a tray as well but stops to put it down by Kale. "Wine for the man there as well as another pitcher of ale and some cool cider for anyone that might be interested." She also lingers a little while to get a closer look at Kale before she stands to leave. You can hear her give a little sigh as she turns and brushes up against him with he left hip. She turns to look at him blushing furiously at her brazen act.
Brahmah Tuesday August 2nd, 2005 5:44:12 AM
Brahmah sits with the others, having found his way to the inn. Hearing that Zeoll mistakingly thought the old albino was Brahmah, the Captain beging laughing loudly. "An albino!? With a gimpy leg?! Me?" He holds his stomach. "I don't know whether to be insulted or concerned for you! Haaa hhaaa!"
"Gecktar, is that a bruise on your head?"
Gecktar [sub Jay B] Tuesday August 2nd, 2005 5:45:24 AM
Gecktar turns red at Brahmah's comment, but says nothing. Then hearing the offer of ale, he glances at Brahmah and says, "No thank you."
Solgrin Tuesday August 2nd, 2005 6:16:08 AM
"Thank you" Solgrin says to the barmaid as she sets the tray down with the food. Solgrin reaches over taking the wine and pours himself some the starts to slowly drink while eating some fruit and cheese.
Kale Tuesday August 2nd, 2005 6:58:13 AM
Kale watches the barmaid leave, then when she's about 30 ft away he gets up and begins to follow her.
Flat-top Tuesday August 2nd, 2005 9:14:52 AM
Flat-top turns beet red, he tries to be a gentelman, BUT every thing he says come out all muddle "TTThan err kks ouy"
But when the albino refuses a drink, he tells all, "That's Not The Captain! He would never refuse a drink!"
Then watches Kale get up and follow the barmade, he call after Kale "You'll be sorry!"
Flat-top sit there thinking (not about the sea) but about the dance he had with Barmaid Ellse, he get a strange feeling (and it's not in his heart).
Kanchana Tuesday August 2nd, 2005 11:28:11 AM
(Kanchana had copied everything in to her journal, did she get new scrolls (or copies of scrolls) from the library to take with her?)
Kanchana meets with the others in the inn.
Zeoll Tuesday August 2nd, 2005 5:16:40 PM
Zeoll apologizes to the strange Taur, and lets him go his way. He is tempted to follow but fears a trap, so he just returns to the inn.
He eats and drinks lightly and rests for the trip tomorrow.
Plan of battle. (DM Jim) Wednesday August 3rd, 2005 3:09:04 AM
The Chosen have gathered back at the little pub and now have a slight meal set out for them. Zeoll fills them in on what he and Kanchana found out in the Library of Magic. Seems that they will have to be dealing with Vargas but first they will need to stop him from getting an artifact of obscure legend...given power when Marteaus sacrificed many to beat Domi.
Kale follows the barmaid that had brushed again him and when he finally reaches her she leans in close to talk to him. The message is clear and precise...he does not need to seek another place to sleep this night, he may share her bed if he so wishes. Ellse tries her best to get Flat-tops attention and winks at him with a slight motion for him to come over and talk. Seems that Kale will not be the only one to have a chance to get a free room this night...well he may pay for it in a way.
The bartender will once again come over now that Zeoll is back and smile to him. "Your are still interested in rooms....I have single rooms upstairs if you prefer and then their are three larger rooms out back, used mainly by groups that do not want to split up....2 silver per person for single rooms and 5 silver for a single large room." He waits to see if a decision is made and then he will provide key or keys accordingly.
Despite decisions everyone will find the night sleep enjyable as accomodations are made for everyone.
Kanchana would have been supplied with parchment and pen to make copies of the scrolls if she so desired. If she wanted one of the librarians there would have copied them for her. :)
Kale Wednesday August 3rd, 2005 6:47:41 AM
after listening to the barmaid, Kale tells her that to come and get him once she's off, then he returns to the table where his friends are sitting.
Kanchana Wednesday August 3rd, 2005 6:56:49 AM
Kanchana would have enlisted the help of the librarians to make copies, but she would also have done some copying herself. Copying all by herself would probably have taken a day!
"I would prefer to share a larger room, it is cheaper," Kanchana says.
Kanchana pointedly ignores the flirting going on, making a scene wouldn't be the proper thing to do - it might scare the humans half to death!
Once room(s) are settled Kanchana will retire early; she will either reread the scrolls first or just simply get some sleep. Also she will be better able to avoid watching all the pre-amourous activity.
Flat-top Wednesday August 3rd, 2005 7:18:09 AM
Flat-top look to Ellsie, when she winks at him, Flat-top winks back at her. When Ellsie come back to his table, he wispers to her "sweet lips, want to do the Bedsheet Rumba to Night?" By the way she smiled He knew he was to learn more of life.
Flat-top tells the rest of his party, "You Taurs go ahead for the large room, as for my self I'll sleep in the stable tonight." Flat-top has a silly smerk on his face.
Brahmah Wednesday August 3rd, 2005 9:36:53 AM
"We really should discuss the situation with the artifact and Vargas in private. This place is too exposed, regardless how nice these folk are."
He also ignores the fratrenizing, being used to this activity when making port on the human ship years ago. Whores and other sorts of ladies always liked minotaurs for some reason. He smiles at a particularly clear memory.
Solgrin Wednesday August 3rd, 2005 9:01:26 PM
Solgrin says "I will share a room with you Kanchana."
When Solgrin goes to the room to rest he tells Rozca "watch the door and windows. If anyone other than one of the other Chosen tries to come in wake me immedeately."
An eventful uneventful night. (DM Jim) Wednesday August 3rd, 2005 10:10:00 PM
The barkeep lays out a single key upon the table and then scoops up the money for the large room. As the night wears on and it becomes time to search out a little sleep, the bartender smiles and shakes his head.
Kale finds himself walking out the front of the small pub and down the street to a rather nice looking small house. His night is not so restful as the others but he still finds it more than enjoyable.
Flat-top also finds himself leaving the small pub with a woman on his arm, the very same Ellse. She leans into him as she leads him some ways into the city and to her house. It is a large place with flowers covering the front gates and fence. It seems that she is not that bad off in finances, so why does she work in a bar? That night Flat-top is introduced to a new experience, a night of pleasure that leaves him feeling flushed in the morning and well rested...despite the lack of sleep that he got.
The night passes in the large common room for the Chosen. There is still two hours till midnight and Brahmah has mentioned some planning to be done. He knows that he will have to fill in at least two taurs in the morning and he hopes they have fun.
Flat-top Thursday August 4th, 2005 7:11:11 AM
All Flat-top Has to say is "CENSERD"
OOC: Sorry DM! about the spelling, but he cannot put words as to what happen, a few kisses and a Rub Down with a Oh! My Gosh!
Brahmah Thursday August 4th, 2005 8:30:24 AM
The minotaur settles debts with the barkeep and settles down for a good night sleep.
(OOC: Jim, I will be sending you the Catacombs purchase as soon as its done.
Also, let me know if the rooms need to be paid for.)
Kale Thursday August 4th, 2005 10:08:51 AM
what Kale is doing is private.
Zeoll Thursday August 4th, 2005 8:09:41 PM
Zeoll gets a good night's sleep and is ready to set out the next day.
In the morning he visits the Catacombs and makes a few purchases. [OOC note: If he has the time on the trip, Zeoll wants to make some magic items with his new feat. I'm hoping we can say that anything he needs to do so he buys now, in the Catacombs, without needing to yet specify exactly what it is he is buying. Is that okay?]
Solgrin Friday August 5th, 2005 5:57:47 AM
Solgrin takes time in the morning to geet cleaned up then heads out to see what the other Chosen are doing.
Kanchana Friday August 5th, 2005 5:58:58 AM
Kanchana spends the night reviewing the scrolls and getting some sleep. In the morning she makes sure each of the Chosen has a copy of the scrolls then sees what the others are going to do.
Flat-top Friday August 5th, 2005 7:46:27 AM
Flat=top return to the Tavern with the biggest smile on his face, Waiting for the others to wake.
Brahmah Friday August 5th, 2005 10:42:08 AM
Brahmah gets to sleep early, wakes early and finds a private place to practice his sword-play. He exercises and then gets an early breakfast.
He is already drinking hard apple cider when the others wake.
Brahmah (additional) Friday August 5th, 2005 7:52:21 PM
While the Chosen are still sleeping, Brahmah wanders off to the Library to see if the scholars are available.
If they are able to, Brahmah askes to see them. When he's given a minute, he asks. "Is it possible that we can use my bird to pass messages to each other as we travel home? You can also update us on new information about the sword. Does this sound reasonable? I think magic, in the case, is unsafe. Sometimes magic is unreliable. Pah'caw, my eagle, is more reliable than I could every hope. I may have to retrain her as a messenger though. She can be stubborn." He smiles.
Toros Saturday August 6th, 2005 1:33:52 AM
OOC: Returned from a short holiday, ready to post
When Toros wakes up, he will find Flat-top and ask him to tell whatever he might like to tell about the last night and then congratulate him for being such a lucky and charming Taur.
The travel to South Harbor. (DM Jim) Saturday August 6th, 2005 3:15:46 AM
The rest is nice and everyone is up the next morning and ready to go. Kale and Flat-top wander in shortly after everyone is up, with a pair of very happy women upon their arms.
The two barmaids detach themselves and start about their business, but they make it a special point to bring two large platters of food to the tables they are seated at. Since the morning is not that busy they join them at the table and have a little breakfast. They do make sure that there is enough food for all of the taurs if they so desire, but they two women spend much time feeding Kale and Flat-top little bits of food.
Soon it is time to go and the two women give thier respective taur a hug and kiss before they let them leave the bar. There is much sighing and sad faces from the two and they make the two Chosen promise to visit.
The trip to South Harbor is uneventful but takes the best part of a week. The weather is fine but you find that you all take a slightly slower pace. For two things seem a little brighter and for the others it is just nice to be outside.
Once in South Harbor the decision on where to go next starts. Two ideas make itself present to the Chosen...the local pub or the docks.
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Brahmah had slipped away before he slipped off to bed and was lucky enough to catch the scholars as they were leaving the Library of Magic. They agree to send messages through his eagle if he wants and they will try to supply information but that he will find a better source of information on the black sword in South Harbor.
If anyone wants to try and do anything during that weeks travel that is ok. Just remember that the only real free time you have it when you stop of meals and for sleep at night, though you may stop a little early to make camp and the like. The real "downtime" will be coming at the end of this module.
Brahmah d20+8=26 d20+4=18 d20+8=19 Saturday August 6th, 2005 1:38:30 PM
Over the week, Brahmah hears about the what the scholars had to say. In the evenings, he goes hunting for food so that he can save his sack of rations for the sea trip home.
(OOC: I would, if possible, like to train or retrain Pah'caw to send or 'seek' so she can send messages... like a carrier pigeon.. :))
Upon reaching South Harbor, Brahmah takes a close look around. (Has he ever been to this harbor before in his past? Do any ships look familiar? Spot 26, Profession sailor 18, Knowledge geography 19)
Prepared Spells: Pass without Trace, Speak with Animals
Flat-top Sunday August 7th, 2005 6:34:45 AM
Over the week-end, Flat-top will say his goodbies to Ellse. Kissing her, telling her that he'll never froget her and if he ever comes back here he'll be sure to come strait to her. The rest of the week, he pratice his fighting moves, do camp duty and plan as to what to do when they reach South harbor.
When he arrives at South Harbor, He is on guard, looking out for trouble(he remembers the trouble they had the last time they were here!). Also looking at the Tall Ships in the port.
Zeoll d20+11=26 Sunday August 7th, 2005 10:10:05 AM
[OOC: Jim, if you think this is possible, then great. If not, then Zeoll will go with Plan B.]
[Plan A]
Zeoll hires the smoothest-riding carriage he can find, along with a team of four horses or oxen and two teamsters to pull it. [OOC: Zeoll will pay up to 1,000 gp for this rental.]
Then, during the week of travel, he will spend his days sleeping in the carriage. In the evenings, he will use his time to work on creating magic items. [If this is okay, Jim, then I'll let you know what he is making.]
[Plan B]
Zeoll spends the week of travel avoiding thoughts of the Black Sword. He feels that he needs to digest what he has learned, and chewing things over in his head will not help. So he spends his time talking with Solgrin, Toros, and Kanchana, mostly, about magic and magic items. Zeoll plans and ponders the items he intends to make. He can't wait for the chance to start work.
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After arriving at South Port, Zeoll decides to go a-looking for information.
The first person he visits is his friend Tash, the young lady he befriended the last time he was here.
Then he turns to the pubs and taverns that are often sources of information.
Of course, the gist of his search is for the location of Grath the Gnoat. But he keeps his ears open for news of Vargas, the Black Sword, Taurs in general, and any news of nature going wild.
[Gather Info check 26]
Gecktar (gilles is back) Sunday August 7th, 2005 2:29:52 PM
Gecktar will follow the group to the South harbor. Seeing his companions very alert he stays cautious.
During the next week he will cast a 'cure disease' on every Chosen so they will not be subject to any illness.
(OOC thank you Jay for posting for Gecktar)
Toros Sunday August 7th, 2005 10:35:07 PM
During this week with not much not_able event Toros will get the chance to focus on the furtherance of his ideas on magical philters.
Studying in Black Genie Center and Rules Center, the lion-taur has developed his abilities to be able to craft magical items, although in the expense of forgetting some of his extant talents.
During this week, everyday Toros will get up early and prepare virtue spells to cast for the crafting of the Philters and then ask the help of his friends to diffuse the Philters with the spells they know.
"Gecktar, Solgrin, Kanchana, Zeoll, Brahmah, do you know any of these spells? If you know any could you please help me to diffuse these into the Philters?!?":
Toros's Philter, Lesser (caster level 1): Can be infused with Comprehend Languages, Disguise Self, Divine Favor, Entropic Shield, Expeditious Retreat, Longstrider, Shield, or Speak with Animals.
Toros's Philter, Improved (caster level 3): Can be infused with Augury, False Life, Find Traps, Mirror Image, See Invisibility, or Speak with Plants.
Toros's Philter, Greater (caster level 5): Can be infused with Arcane Sight, Blink, Invisibility Purge, or Meld into Stone.
While Toros waits reply from his friends he will prepare the spells that he know and craft the Philters for Comprehend Languages, Divine Favour, Entropic Shield, diffusing the necessary spells. This is a tough task though, costing him 12 XP and 150 gps.
Brahmah Monday August 8th, 2005 6:06:16 AM
"Yes Toros, I know Longstrider and Speak with Animals. But I haven't prepared them today..."
He then remembers. "Aw yes, I purchased some of those inventions of your a couple days ago. Did you get your comission?"
Kale Monday August 8th, 2005 6:47:40 AM
"Are we going on a ship again?" Kale asks no one in paticular.
Gecktar Monday August 8th, 2005 9:49:02 AM
"Yes Toros there are many spells that I can cast for you. I mean Comprehend Languages, Divine Favor, Entropic Shield, Augury, Find Traps, Invisibility Purge, or Meld into Stone."
"Well I just don't have any of these spells inmemory so if you want me to cast some of them, then just tell me which one you want me to cast. I will cost you 20gp per level of the spell... NOOO I'm just kidding I will do it as friend to help another friend." Gecktar says smiling.
"Then turning to Kale "Mmmmh I don't know, but yes it's a good question. I imagine that we will proceed on earth but I may be wrong..."
Zeoll (illegal second post) Monday August 8th, 2005 10:13:12 AM
[OOC Note: We are taking a week of travel to get from Plateau City to South Harbor. No doubt the flooding and other recent crazinesses makes the trip take a while. After that week of travel, we are in South Harbor. We are looking for the Gnoat. He'll tell us which way to go next. If he sends us home, then we'll be sailing. If he sends us somewhere else to find the Black Sword, who knows?]
Zeoll tells Toros that he can cast Comp Lang, Longstrider, and Speak with Animals. he says that he thinks Toros has made an error -- Speak with Plants is a third level drudi spell, not second.
[OOC: Tunc, I think that slipped past us before? Speak with Plants should be a third level Philter, right?]
Kanchana Monday August 8th, 2005 5:12:11 PM
Kanchana will find another table to eat breakfast at.
Hopefully the travel will go fairly swiftly and without too much trouble.
Flat-top Monday August 8th, 2005 7:01:35 PM
Flat-top Look at hte see, then ask "I wonder whitch ship we'll have this time??"
The lost taur race and new additions. (DM Jim) Monday August 8th, 2005 8:11:33 PM
Zeoll had been able to make arrangments for a wagon that could be covered with a canvas for his travels. He soon finds that it would hold two taurs at a time in it and that should meet his needs easily. He is able to barter the man down to 750 gold for the wagon and a pair of willing drivers.
As you pull near South Harbor you see a group of kids at play just near the entrance to the town. They seem to be playing a game with a ball and short stick, throwing and hitting it then running around. As the kids spot the taurs coming four of the smaller ones take of screaming in fear. One though comes running right at the group...a young girl with nobby knees and a smile on her face. You can hear her yelling as she draws closer. "Zeoll....friend Zeoll." She waves frantically at the Chosen as she draws near. When she reaches the group she stops leaning over and out of breathe, but a large grin upon her face. Once she finds Zeoll or he makes an appearance she launches into a full report without him asking. "You won't believe it but another taur came into town about a week ago. Pretty little female centaur and she comes out once in awhile to play ball with us. Then there is this other taur there...a lot smaller than any of you guys though." She brow furrows and then she continues. "Well at least I think he is a taur...never got to ask as he keep talking to some captain lady and her large minotaur friend about using their boat." Her grin widens even further as her eyes flash. "Pirates have been seen near the town...they have attacked some of the merchant ships." As if she suddenly remembered something she turns and takes off running but shouts back over her shoulder. "Sorry have to get home...mom wants me to help with the bread today...and that taur is in the tavern." She is soon lost inside the town walls.
No ships can be seen as you enter the town, having come in further from the harbor. Seeing as how there are new taurs in the town you head for the tavern first to check it out. Upon entering it is not hard to find either of the ones mentioned. Seated at a table is a small taur, from the description given by the scholars, that fits the bill given. Beside him looking at the map he is pointing too with a dagger is a beautiful little filly. The other surprise is that standing at the table bent over the map is a certain Captain and her first mate...of the GossamerWing. They seem to be in some kind of heated discussion that centers around the map and more jabbing daggers, this time from the Captain. You catch snatches of the following from the conversation going on at the talbe. "Boats...merchants...pirates....undead...trouble...money......reward."
Tunc and Cayzle, just email me and we will work out anything that you can get made. Of course if you need help from another Chosen then email them as well so I know that they are willing. :)
Jay, the group was at this port town when you first landed here. Well actually you were dropped her in a pile of dung by a nice little wizardess from Floating City.
Julie, if you have gotten my messages then you are the taur filly sitting at the table with the gnoat. A taur race that has been in hiding and you have been here for at least a week with this gnoat, his name is Grath by the way. :) Jump right in and have a little fun meeting the Chosen and roleplaying.
Brahmah Monday August 8th, 2005 10:00:41 PM
Brahmah walks up to the Captain of the Gossamer Wing and her first mate. "Hoy!" He says.
Brahmah Tuesday August 9th, 2005 6:08:12 AM
"I said 'HOY'!" ;)
Flat-top Tuesday August 9th, 2005 7:36:40 AM
Flat-top is right behind Brahmah, but the first thing he notices is the Filly. He trots up to her "Hello! In Flat-top, also a friend of the Skipper of the Ship GossimerWong"
With a smile on his face, he stick out his hand to have her shake it.
Gecktar Tuesday August 9th, 2005 8:07:43 AM
Gecktar seeing the captain of the Gossamer Wing smiles.
'Always here when needed.'
'Are they directed by Domi ?' he thinks to himself, 'and this taur at their side where do I see her before ?'
Gecktar search in his mind because of the feeling that he is sure to have seen this taur elsewhere but where...
"Hello, I hope we don't disturb you racketeering this poor little... may I say Taur ?" says Gecktar with a smile that shows he don't believe any word about the accusation he just said.
Brahmah Tuesday August 9th, 2005 9:29:35 AM
The Captain once again looks upon the crew of the Gossamer Wing. "Captain Lira, Yandana. How have you been? How are your ladies on board?" He asks with a small smile. He takes a sideways glance at the First Mate and then continues again. "Have you seen the Packages recently?" He asks with some concern.
Kale Tuesday August 9th, 2005 9:31:12 AM
Kale is sitting at the bar, sipping at his drink, and not looking forward to sailing on a ship.
Toros Tuesday August 9th, 2005 2:45:47 PM
Toros talks with and responds to his friends
"Thanks for your help friends. I will indeed need your knowledge of these spells." (OOC. I will send an email later about the item creations)
"And I think you are right Zeoll. We have done a mistake with that spell, it is a level 2 spell for Ranger but actually a level 3 spell for a Druid. Better to correct it as soon as possible"
And Brahmah, yes I received a notice from Catacombs acknowlidging me that I receive a comission from your purchase of my inventions. However, previously I remember you have said a Chosen should not get commission from what other Chosens purchase, when I recently have wanted to purhase your Tattoo. Have you received your commission from that purchase of mine, as well?"
"Captain Lira, Yandana, nice to see you again. You look in pretty good health and condition."
Phaerill Tuesday August 9th, 2005 2:49:31 PM
The young centaur turns at the approach of the taurs. She smiles at Flat-top and takes his hand in a firm shake. "Well met. I am Phaerill." She flicks her tail jauntily and adds in with a friendly lilt to her voice, "but please call me Rill."
She is a very beautiful creature, her upper humanoid torso deeply tanned and lightly muscular, covered in a brilliant deep green tunic. Her face has pixie-like features with wide green eyes and a wild tumble of coal black hair left loose to pool across her withers. Her equine body is buckskin, a muddy yellowish brown with sooty black stockings on all four hooves and a long black tail.
Zeoll Tuesday August 9th, 2005 5:34:04 PM
Zeoll is very glad to see his young friend. She tells him of a new Taur, and Zeollcannot help but wonder if Domi has sent a new Chosen to their aid.
He waves good by to Tash and then searches for the new Taur. He finds her and bows low.
"Hello and Well-Met, Phaerrill," Zeoll says to the centaur. He is a big liontaur wearig leather armor and carrying a greatsword. The beads and feathers in his mane reveal that he is a bard and a priest of nature.
"I am Zeoll, and these arre my comrrades, those who have been Chosen of Domi." He introduces each of the Chosen by name. His accent is thick but understandable.
"What brings you herre?" he asks.
Brahmah the Captain of the Chosen Tuesday August 9th, 2005 7:40:37 PM
Brahmah is standing in front of the Captain and First mate, then he notices the centaur. He is struck dumb by her beauty.
Brahmah stands nearly 8 feet tall, black haired, deep dark eyes and apparently oldest among the Chosen. He is easily middle aged for a minotaur.
The ranger is far from handsome, having many scars, missing his tail and his left year. His horns are engraved sea/ocean motif and he has tattoos in old Woldian script over rippling muscles.
The minotaur is lightly equipped. Brahmah carries a human sized falchion, a kukri and a mithril shirt. He also has an unstrung bow strapped to his back.
A beautiful golden eagle sits on his shoulder.
Phaerill Tuesday August 9th, 2005 9:07:10 PM
Rill's smile brightens upon hearing Zeoll's words. She inclines her head and speaks with a positively delighted tone, "I too am a Chosen of Domi, and was led here, where I would meet the others. Guess I just have!" She laughs lightly.
(Forgot to mention about Rill's appearance, is that she is unusually small for a centaur, with human and equine portions both dainty and almost petite (for a centaur)..she looks to be barely 17 summers in age.)
Brahmah Tuesday August 9th, 2005 11:09:07 PM
A short gurgle sound leaks from Brahmah's throat.
Ghost Ship
The torn map. (DM Jim) Wednesday August 10th, 2005 1:19:56 AM
Captain Lira and Yandana look up as the Chosen enter and then address them. Captain Lira looks to the small taur that is seated at the table and her brow furrows. "I am doing well...but Master Grith here has been trying to get me to go out on a fools errand to confront a ghost ship." Her first mate lets out a snort and then shakes her head in annoyance, as she speaks. "Fools errand is right...ohhh it is true enough of a tale...but to fight undead is someone else's job." She turns her back on the whole idea as she looks to the map once again and traces a route with her finger. Captain Lira just smiles as she looks to the Chosen again. "The young centaur here...Rill has been trying to convince us that this is a mission that they need to do to save the Taur Islands." She looks to the other Chosen for help or to see if they think this maybe the case.
Grith stands up on the chair that he had been sitting in, his tiny hooves clacking on the wood as he does. He glares at Captain Lira and then turns to the Chosen. "Fine let the piece of the map slide through your grasp...then when Vargas finds his sword then we all will be in trouble." He crosses his little arms across his robes and shakes his head in obvious exasperation. This last little bit of his speech had been said in a louder voice than would have been suggestable, but it seems that those patrons in the bar are not paying attention. It would seem that this little taur has been spouting this out so much that noone is listening...well maybe Captain Lira is. You can notice a slight show of interest in her eyes as well, but she seems reluctant to commit for some reason.
Yandana lets the others talk as she turns to Brahmah and shakes her head. "No...we have actually been here for the length that you have been gone." She grimaces at the little taur and shakes her head again as she jabs a thumb at him. "This one has been keeping the Captain busy with this ghost ship business." You can see an odd sparkle in her eyes as if she would like to at least investigate, but she is not Captain.
Over the past few days all of the Chosen have been getting the feeling that a new Chosen was to be joining them. A beautiful young filly to be exact from what little snips you got in your dreams. Seems that Domi is occupied with other things as well lately and being a little more cryptic.
Flat-top Wednesday August 10th, 2005 7:43:10 AM
The baloon of Flat-top's ego, as Brahmah ripples his bisepts. Ofcourse his bird (Paw'caw) is preeming her self, as she listens to her master voice.
But all the same flat-top will go and kiss the hand of Captain Lira, "Ahh! greeting Captain, to answer your question, Yes! we had a dream to meet a new Centaur here in port."
Flat-top pat the Goattaur (Grith) on the head,"And he also told us some thing like the black sword, that it was very important?"
To Captain Lira, flat-top ask "Maybe we could do two jobs in one ship??"
Kale Wednesday August 10th, 2005 9:32:03 AM
Kale remains sitting at the bar, observing the new centaur and the captain. when the map comes out, Kale lites up a cigerette, but remains at the bar, looking for any trouble that might disturb the conversation.
Gecktar Wednesday August 10th, 2005 10:06:41 AM
The minoraur lend a hand to the female centaur "So, be welcome among us. As said my friend Zeoll I'm Gecktar and I'm a priest of Domi. I was asking myself where I should have seen you, but now, it's clear, Domi send us dreams about you."
Phaerill Wednesday August 10th, 2005 12:12:17 PM
Rill takes Gecktar's offered hand with a smile and nod in greeting. "So now will you help me and Grith talk the stubborn captain into doing what must be done?" Her voice was light and playful, she even gave the captain a saucy wink.
Kanchana being a druidess and now a Green Mage isn't all that concerned with outward appearence; though she does keep herself lookng well kempt and clothed tidily (for phyiscal description see: www.woldiangames.com/repose).
((Welcome Julie))
Zeoll d20+20=27 d20+9=29 Wednesday August 10th, 2005 6:47:48 PM
Zeoll bows to the unusual taur. "Hello, sirr Grrith. The taurr sages of Plateau City -- Trriag, Brretch, and Otilia -- told us to seek you out. I am pleased to hearr that we arre all opposed to that foul Varrgas."
The liontaur bard/druid greets Captain Lira warmly. "You have been a grreat frriend to us in the past, Captan Lirra. I hope we can convince you to help us one morre time."
He tries to entreat the captain into bringing the Chosen to the place they have to go. [Diplomacy 27]
He also listens carefully to Grith, trying to get a hunch about the creature's character and motives. [Sense Motive 29! nat 20! Woot!]
Toros Wednesday August 10th, 2005 8:26:13 PM
Toros feels very happy to meet with old and new friends, while introducing himself. Later on, out of curiosity the barbarian/bard/cleric liontaur cannot help but give little looks at the beautiful centaur and the interesting goat-taur.
Well come Julie! Enjoy!
Solgrin Wednesday August 10th, 2005 9:43:51 PM
Solgrin looks at the ship then shudders at the thought of climbing onto a ship. Looking at the others Solgrin follows.
Solgrin turns and says to the Centaur "Greetings Phaerill." Solgrin then nudges Rozca telling her 'say hello to Phaerill.'
Resigned fate. (DM Jim) d4+4=7 Wednesday August 10th, 2005 11:29:48 PM
Captain Lira shrugs her shoulders and then points her dagger to the map of the surrounding area that lays upon the table, her dagger circles a rather large area to the east. Yandana shakes her head and then heads towards the tavern door. "I will let the crew know to be ready to sail at first light." She leaves out the door and does not look back. Having gotten later into the night the crowd in the tavern is thined out to just the barkeep.
Captain Lira smiles at her retreating first mate and laughs lightly. "She knew we would do this no matter waht." She jabs back at the invisible circle she made. "Master Girth wants us to set sail to the east and find this ghost ship...it is known to be hitting trader ships in that direction." She closes her eyes and shakes her head in thought. "We will make sure the Chosen get there but it will be up to you to do the fighting...Master Grith has agreed to pay us to get you all there...rather handsomely really." She then sits back into the chair and lets the little taur talk.
As Flat-top had reached out to pat the little taur upon the head he slams his head up. Little horns mostly hidden bite into your hand and come away bloody(7 hp damage). "Show some respect...I am old enough to be your grandfather." He smooths out his robes and then turns his attention to the group, having checked out the room already. "Part of a map that leads to the sword Vargas is looking for lays in the ghost ship Captain's hands. The other part we will talk about when we have the first piece." He looks to each to see if they have any problems with that. "Now you all know that once Marteaus and Domi fought a great battle and that Marteaus sucked the life from all those around him. Well while doing this the sword, held by one of his Captains, was drawing upon this same energy and making itself stronger. The Dark One was not aware of this at the time but with his defeat those still loyal to him hid the sword...the only way to find it was a map that they tore in half. That is what we search for at this time and if we succeed we will at least slow Vargas down." He sits down on the chair and sighs heavily. "Through the use of arcane arts that I wish I had not had to use...I found all this out." He shudders as he remembers long nights spent talking to the dead...a lot of his energy went into those sessions. "I have not found a way to destroy the sword...but it was originally made by elven hands of the blackest kind...a gift to Marteaus from those drow in the underground...for more power and to show thier support for the Dark One." He shakes his head again as he clenches his fists. "It has to have a weakness."
Zeoll finds his motives true. He really wants to help out the Chosen. There maybe an underlying reason but you feel that it might have something to do with reuniting his race with the rest. There is also the feeling that this is a test for the Chosen and though this taur may go with you...the real work will be to the Chosen alone.
Julie, will get the CS to you ASAP.
JayB, Catacombs stuff approved.
Tunc, commission from philters is also approved.
Brahmah Thursday August 11th, 2005 12:14:02 AM
The facts roll in and Brahmah is simply stunned by the amount of information everyone seems to have.
"Master Grith, I'm sure Flat-top respects you, but truthfully, your the first... gnoat? goat-taur we, I mean to say, I, have ever seen." Brahmah looks sharply at Flat-top.
"As for destroying the sword?! I say we break it over Vargas' head! That taur's head is thick enough, I'm sure."
Gecktar Thursday August 11th, 2005 3:43:42 AM
Gecktar smile at the mention of breaking the sword on Vargas head but adds "Dear Captain I don't think that his head will be sufficiently hard to break this sword. But if it has been made by the undergrown drow it shouldn't like direct exposition to sunlight. Maybe searching in this way we will find a mean to destroy it."
He turns to their new companion : "Dear Rill, if you allow me to call you Rill, what kind of skills do you have to be sure to be at you side when times will need. You will soon understand that the life of the Chosen is not a restful life" he adds with a smile.
"We should know the skills of each other so as to act as a team and exploit the best part of each. Our captain Brahmah and Flat-Top, here, are our fighters, Kale is our skillful and ressourceful taur, Zeoll has both mixed powers of arcane and divine and is a good diplomat, Toros also has mixed powers of bardic and fighting and maybe divine, please correct me Toros if I'm wrong, Solgrin is a mage, Kanchana is our mistress in healing, sister of Nature and I second her as a cleric of Domi."
"Here is the team... Hope I forget noone"
Phaerill Thursday August 11th, 2005 4:24:23 AM
Rill smiles at Gektar, "'Course you can call me Rill, I meant that all of you could call me Rill. I am a warrior....." She trails off and smiles sheepishly, "Well, maybe only a little..it has been hard to train and my sire always says I am too small to be a warrior." A small flicker of shame and regret passes across her face, but in the next moment it is gone. "I can wield magic much better, but not like a wizard who has books, it's more of a natural thing with me."
Flat-top Thursday August 11th, 2005 9:02:34 AM
Flat-top look to his bleeding hand, But to the Goat-taur named Grith, "Ahh! Yes! You may be old enough to be my grand-sire, at least He would have shaken my arm, and not butt me."
To Brahmah he tell him "Captain Lire and Captain Brahmah, I will follow First Mate Yandana to the ship, to get help fthis hand and to see to our accomadations."
Whit this said, Flat-top leaves the tavern and follows the first mate.
Zeoll Thursday August 11th, 2005 10:00:46 AM
Zeoll looks at Flat-top's wounded hand, and after the centaur retreats, says to the aged goat-taur, "Well, I am glad you arre on ourr side. If you do that to frriends, I'd hate to be yourr enemy!"
He listens to the Goat-taur's story, but it just does not ring true to him, especially the part about the creation of the sword by drow. For now, though, Zeoll holds his peace and does not contradict Grith. Maybe he is afraid of getting butted!
[OOC: Look for my e-mail on this subject.]
But Zeoll certainly agrees with the elder taur about one thing: the Sword must be destroyed.
"Let's get going," the impatient liontaur says.
Brahmah Thursday August 11th, 2005 5:46:58 PM
"Okay Flat-top." He smiles at the young centaur.
The Captain of the Chosen perks up when he hears that Rill is a warrior arcanist. "I'm truly glad you have your with the Chosen, Phaerill." His dark skin deepens in color. "I'm a warrior and I can help train you to improve your current skills... if you like."
Taking his eyes momentarily off Rill, Brahmah turns to Lira. "Looks like you saving our bacon again Captain." He smiles.
"I am completely aware that a head isn't suffiently hard enough to break a heavily enchanted, and dare I say, likely an intelligent weapon. Both must be destroyed, the weapon and Vargas alike. If I were Vargas, and the Chosen of Domi destroyed my God's legendary artifact, I'd look for them and destroy them. So the the weapon IS the PERECT bait." His expression grows darker. "I'd suggest creating a replica of the sword, using the evil sword as a template of sorts..." He stops talking, and shakes his head. "...nah, thats too complicated."
"Where was the weapon forged again? Does anyone know that?" He asks Master Grith.
Planning. (DM Jim) Thursday August 11th, 2005 10:46:53 PM
Flat-top takes off after Yandana and catches up to her a little ways down the street. They both head off to the boat to let the crew know of their mission on the morn.
Master Grith looks to Brahmah and huffs. "I will apologize to the young colt when next I see him...just tired of youngsters patting me on the head like a young gnoat." He shakes his head in annoyance and then gets back to business. "The idea of breaking the sword on this Vargas's head is appealing...but as your Captain points out impossible and just a joke." He does chuckle slightly as he thinks over something else said. "I am not sure about light...that sword has been in the world of light for way too long...gathered way too much power...I doubt that that frailty would still hold." He looks to Brahmah as he speaks to him and shrugs. "You know the spirits that I talked to would not reveal the location of the swords birth...I have often wondered about that...guess the Dark One still has a little sway over them even in death." Grumbling he nods his head with most of what is said. "We are in a race to get that sword...but I would guess that Vargas has a jump on us in this one...the sword would call to him maybe if his master willed it." He does laugh again then and wipes a tear from his eye. "Though the Dark One's gifts are usually double edged."
Captain Lira looks to Brahmah as the talks start to wind down and then yawns. "You are all welcome on my boat for the night if you wish." She looks to some of the Chosen and smiles to them. "Though I suspect that some would like to keep their hooves and paws upon the ground for just a while longer." Slipping the dagger back into it's sheath at her waist she nods. "Lets say meet at the ship at nine tomorrow...anyways those that want to stay on land till then." She waits for a few seconds and then moves towards the door of the tavern.
Master Grith slips out of the chair and yawns himself. You notice that he only stands about four foot five inches tall and cannot weigh in at more than one hundred and ten pounds. "Prepare accordingly Chosen as I do not think this Ghost Captain will be an easy fight...remember that you will be fighting him on his homeland...his ship." That seems to be a fair warning and one that would be wise to take heed of...though anyone could have thought of it.
Ceil, took note of your note to me. Have made arrangments for JayB to take over Flat-top during your absence. You will make a good showing in the ghost fight. ;)
Cayzle, will check my yahoo mail for your email as it was not in my lycos one.
Brahmah Friday August 12th, 2005 1:25:06 AM
"The sword is the goal now, I know that." He also covers his mouth hiding a yawn. "But first, we're hunting a ghost!" He looks happy at this prospect.
Phaerill Friday August 12th, 2005 2:39:48 AM
Rill beams a smile at Brahmah, "I would be honored if you would train me!" her voice is filled with youthful exhuberance.
She nods after all is said and done. "If you don't mind, I want to sleep on the ship-I think ships are just facinating!"
Solgrin Friday August 12th, 2005 2:58:39 AM
Solgrin looks to Phaerill then says "I would be interested in finding out what magic you can do so that I can prepare spells to compliment yours. Gecktar is right I am a mage but I also am a very minor fighter compared to our Captain Brahmah."
Turning to Brahmah Solgrin tells him "I will sleep here on the ship so that I can get accostomed to it."
Gecktar Friday August 12th, 2005 3:22:19 AM "So we will make a wagon for those sleeping in the ship" he says to both Phaerill and Solgrim. "I'm coming with you."
Toros Friday August 12th, 2005 3:38:01 AM
"I miss your ship a lot Captain. Let me know if you need anything on the board, but first I just a little time to finish some unfinished business. "
Email follows...
Kanchana Friday August 12th, 2005 5:37:33 AM
After Kanchana greeted Rill she had only has eyes for the ship - it hadn't been nearly long enough since last she had to sail!
Thus Kanchana made a terrible social blunder and forgot to greet Master Grith. Once the gnoat gets all irritated at been pet she sheepishly turns his way.
"Forgive my rudeness Master Grith! I was overwhelmed with dreadful memories of sailing the seas once again," Kanchana blushes feeling ashamed of her unintentional rudeness towards the gnoat, "I am Kanchana, a Warden and Green Mage of Mother Wold and a Chosen of Father Tomi. Inspite of my rude oversight I am pleased to meet you."
Kanchana muses over just how much dead wood a ship is built from as she waits in hope that Master Grith accepts her long-winded apology.
Kanchana shares in no way Rill's fascination with ships.
"If I am not needed elsewhere I would like to spend the night among the trees. I will be here just after morning meal tomorrow."
Kanchana does not add that she feels she will be of little use in this diversion, nor does she add that she has a nasty feeling that Vargas may very well be gaining ground while they are off looking for phantoms.
Kanchana will spend the night outside of town, 'sleeping' in her tree-form. Kanchana would not be going to find some ghost ship if she had a choice, she shudders at the thought of spending many, many months at sea and away from her beloved earth-bound kindred.
Because she is reluctant to go sailing and even more reluctant to go hunting for a ghost ship Kanchana will be the absolute last one to arrive before the ship makes ready to set sail.
Kale Friday August 12th, 2005 7:06:17 AM
"Goat taurs and ghost ships. What next?" Kale mutters to himself as he orders another drink. he glances at the others as they make plans to leave. after finishing his drink, he gets up and asks the captain where her ship is. once he's told he says he'll meet everyone there in the morning. after glanceing at Phaerill for a moment, he leaves the bar.
Phaerill Friday August 12th, 2005 12:12:51 PM
Rill grins and nods at Solgrin. "Well, I can detect and read magics, I can perform mior tricks, create light, slightly bolster resistences, I can make someone's next attack strike true, um lets see...ah I can create a magical protective armor, shoot flames from my hands, charm people, um...what else? I can cause one's form to blur and be harder to hit, and can greatly bolster one's strength with the spirit of the bull. " She tilts her head in thought for a moment, then nods. "Yes those are the magical spells I can cast. What kind of magic can you do?" She asks with open curiosity, but then adds quickly, "Oh! I can also scribe magic onto parchment, I have only recently learned this wonderous ability, so perhaps I could later make some for us." She seems to grow excited when talking about magic, indicating her love of it, next to her ambitions to become a great warrior.
She glances at Gektar, still smiling, "That is wonderful, that will give us a chance to get to know one another on the ship before we set sail." She looks between Solgrin and Gektar, "Perhaps we can all sit and talk later on board?"
Rill returns Kachana's greeting with a frindly one of her own, but grows slightly puzzled. "You do not like sailing upon the ships? Wht is this? It is such a unique and exciting experience! To feel the gental sway, or sudden jolt as a wave hits!" She gives an excited laugh and dances her hooves a bit in place. She waves when Kachana leaves, "Be well Kachana and see you soon!"
Rill answers Kale's rehtorical question, "I know! Isn't it exciting?" She flicks her tail across her back, sending an annoying biting fly away as she raises her hand in a wave for him as well, "See you in the morning."
OOC: DM, yes I will take the feat suggestion, I missed that one. :) Also just wanted to say a quick little aside that I am having an absolute fabulous time RP with you all and you guys are great! :)
Toros - OOC Friday August 12th, 2005 10:08:50 PM
Jim, do we have the chance to visit Catacombs to get a little bit more prepared for fighting a Ghost at sea?
To find a ghost. (DM Jim) Saturday August 13th, 2005 12:28:51 AM
Master Grith looks to Kanchana and smiles at the liontaur. He takes her hand in his own and kisses it lightly. "You are forgiven child...I could never be mad at you." It seems that despite his age, this little gnoat is also a charmer when needed.
The night is spend uneventfully for all of the Chosen as well as the crew of the GossamerWing. Everyone shows up at the dock to find Captain Lira waiting for you. She is seated upon a crate on the docks cutting slices off an apple. "Morn to ya Chosen." She looks to her boat and those that are not already aboard. "The ship is ready....when you are." She will be the last one upon the boat before she starts to give orders.
Soon the ship is sailing to the east and your destiny...well hopefully.
Cayzle, congratulations on your memory about the sword. Make a Willpower Check DC 14 for Zeoll. If he passes then he has broken completely free of Marteaus and remembers all that he was told by both gods he met. Do not think that the followers of Marteaus will give up all the secrets...they would have lied about some things anyways. :)
I may let those that want to visit the Catacombs and buy stuff. Be aware that I may not appove all that you buy though for use before the battle. You will of course need to let me know what you are buying as you may not get a transaction done before the battle.
Zeoll d20+9=13 d20+9=14 Saturday August 13th, 2005 9:47:23 AM
Zeoll has been standing silent. The words of the Grith the Gnoat have opened up memories in the liontaur.
[Rolled a 13 on my save, then burned a hero point for the reroll -- a 14! Just made it!]
"Now I am beginning to rrememberrr," Zeoll says. "When He allowed me to rreturrn to the living Wold, Garrgul himself spoke to me. He charrged me with destrroying the Black Sworrd."
A smile flashes on the liontaur's face. "Good thing that's what we intended to do with it anyway!"
Brahmah Monday August 15th, 2005 6:37:37 AM
In the morning, Brahmah meets at the ship.
He looks around at the crew and Chosen, happy that there are so many friendly faces around. He's especially happy to see Rill stayed through the night and was not frightened away. A true Chosen.
She's even beautiful in the morning. He thinks.
He moves among the Chosen and greets them with good morning, then approaches Rill. "When would you like to start your training? I thought the trip aboard ship would give us time..." He pauses, then adds quickly. "... for training that is."
Kale Monday August 15th, 2005 6:41:01 AM
seeing Brahmah's infatuation with Rill, Kale moves to the other side of the ship so he doesnt have to see their "training".
Phaerill Monday August 15th, 2005 4:27:32 PM
Rill smiles brightly at Brahmah. "And good morn to you, friend Brahmah! I would love to train with you whenever you have the time to spare for me." She paws the ground with one hoof and adds, "I have been learning to blend my magic with my combat skills...I think that perhaps magic and combat together would be stronger then either apart."
Solgrin Monday August 15th, 2005 6:36:57 PM
Solgrin sleeps his normal 2-3 hours then spends the next couple of hours studying his spellbooks preparing his spells for the day (will post preped spells later). Once Solgrin has prepared his spells he will find an open area on the main deck of the ship and practice with his spiked chain while working on mixing spells and weapon attacks.
"I have a variety of different spells that I can prepare each day. I normally like to have some combat and defensive spells ready each day. Normally I can give myself a magical barrier around myself that acts like armor, a fan of fire that spreads out from my hands, I can make myself become invisible or send a ball of fire to explode in a group of opponents. I do have several other spells that I can prepare aswell." Solgrin explains to Rill.
Kanchana Monday August 15th, 2005 7:10:45 PM
Kanchana will reluctantly board the ship and will keep to herself for the most part (partially due to hyper-queasiness); she isn't trying to be anti-social.
Most of her time will be spent meditating since this would seem to be the ideal time to spend on such solitary activities.
Weapons practice generally doesn't interest the druidess and over-enthusiastic discussions on sailing the seas might just make her stomach lurch! Rill will probably not get a favorable impression of Kanchana during this journey...
Kanchana would like to speak with Master Grith some more, if he deigns to speak with her that is. Most of the Chosen should be generally used to Kanchana's "ship board behaviour".
A pirate ghost ship. (DM Jim) Tuesday August 16th, 2005 12:20:14 AM
Captain Lira soon has all the Chosen aboard her boat and sets sail. After they have made it out far enough she has the ship turned to the east. The crew goes about thier daily work as the day wears on.
Brahmah finds himself working on swordsmanship with Rill and finds her capable if not a little weak in weapon use, but that tends to happen when you focus on magic. Soon though he has her holding her own at least one out of five times against him, though Rill has an idea that at times he is holding back.
Kale has found a nice spot off to the side of the ship and watches the sea. He spots whales swimming some twenty feet from the boat, playing and calling to each other.
Solgrin has found a clear area to play around with his chain and work his spells into his combat. He finds that a few hours into it he is starting to get a little tired but feeling good with his progress.
Kanchana finds herself below deck in the room that they stayed in on the first trip. Master Grith is also there, when she finds him he is meditating and looking a little green. "Please join me...it may help to talk some to keep my mind off this ship and rocking." He is seated upon the floor and trying his best to remain as motionless as possible.
Zeoll finds a spot at the front of the ship and also watches the sea. Most of his mind is turned to the things that he remembers about being brought back to life. It dawns upon him that what he has done in Marteaus's name was beyond his control...he is a god after all. This brings him a small measure of peace and the gentle rocking of the ship helps lull him.
Toros and Tunc are talking near the main mast of the ship. They have been trying to come up with a battle plan that will help them in this coming up battle. They know at least partly what they will face...but how much protection and the like the ghost ship will have is unknown.
Flat-top has not been seen on the deck of the ship or for that fact all day long...or that morning. Anyone that thinks about it will realize that Yanadana has not been seen for some time either, till just a few minutes ago.
As the day wears into late evening you hear a yell from the crowsnest and see a drow pointing out to sea. Then you hear the sound of battle in the distance, carried upon the waves. Anyone that races to the front railing or is already there notices the outline of two ships in the distance. One seems to be on fire and near the other one. The other one draws your attention though as the sails are tattered and almost unusable. There also seems to be an appearance of gloom around the ship or fog.
The GossamerWing is still some distance from the ship but should be able to pull up on it with a half-hours time. The ship the Chosen sail on must fight the wind to a percentage to reach the other ships. If that is a merchant ship will you be able to save it from the ghost ship...or will they become part of the crew?
Gecktar Tuesday August 16th, 2005 3:36:18 AM
Gecktar seeing the ship on fire in a distance realize that many men should need help and courage. He turns to captain Lira hoping she will tell her crew to hurry to save as many people as possible.
Some of them are certainly in the water now and should be rescued as soon as possible.
Flat-top [sub Jay] Tuesday August 16th, 2005 6:27:11 AM
(OOC: Sorry about not posting for Flat-top, I forgot, don't tell Ceil.)
Flat-top finds duties aboard ship to do. He glances at Rill and Brahmah talking and stamps away in a huff. Though he seems as happy as last night for some reason.
Brahmah Tuesday August 16th, 2005 6:33:33 AM
The Captain of the Chosen does indeed hold back from Rill, however, several times she managed to make a great defense on her own.
He tells Rill, "You'll get there soon. Your finding the zone, but dropping your right flank when you swing and that'll open you up for harm." He doesn't have the heart to tell her that he knows all too well about centaur fighting techniques, having studied them very carefully.
Brahmah seems to be able to 'read' her movements prior to her making them. He seems TOO good against centaurs to be coinsidence.
Kale Tuesday August 16th, 2005 6:48:13 AM
already sitting up front, Kale is one of the first to spy the two boats. he'll pull out his bow and ready it, just in case the captain decides to take a closer look.
Brahmah Tuesday August 16th, 2005 8:37:05 AM
Having not noticed the ship initially, Brahmah now takes notice of Kale. He pulls and strings his own bow and prepares.
He looks around for a vat of tar or oil to rig up a flame arrow of sorts.
Phaerill Tuesday August 16th, 2005 1:21:44 PM
Rill wipes sweat from her brow and shivers her hide slightly. She takes a deep breath as Brahmah pauses to explain her dropping of her flank. <i>He is more then good, it's like he can read my thoughts and knows what I will do before I do it.</i>
She tilts her head when another thought suddenly hits her, but this she voices out loud, "You have much experience fighting agains't centaurs, don't you Brahmah?"
Watching his sudden turn, she looks towards Kale as well, and then further to the ships. Her eyes widen and she quickly takes up her own bow, but sets is aside. When the ship gets closer her hands start to weave a complicated series of gestures even as she softly mutters an encantation.
When finished she steps up beside Brahmah, "When we get closer, do you wish me to cast a spell to greatly enhance your strength, or to blur your form?"
OOC: Casting Mage Armor upon myself.
Zeoll d20+6=12 Tuesday August 16th, 2005 3:03:07 PM
Zeoll spends the day in prayer and meditation, trying to put together the memories of his interactions with gods.
Then he sees the two ships in battle. There is nothing Zeoll can do but watch in frustration as the GossamerWing gets slowly closer.
He scans the waters looking for dolphins or sharks or any other sea animal in the water (spot check 12).
When the ship is about a minute away, he casts Barkskin on himself.
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Druid spells prepped:
Level 0: Guidance, Light, Cure Minor Wounds x2 Level 1: Entangle, Charm Animal, Produce Flame Level 2: Barkskin, Flaming Sphere
Bard magic used:
0 of 3 level 0 spells 0 of 3 level 1 spells o of 3 bardsongs
Toros Tuesday August 16th, 2005 7:19:03 PM
<<Jim, Thanks for the post, I love it! Sorry to be late, a bit busy nowadays>>
Toros and Tunc realizes there is not much time left so they leave talking aside and try to get ready with what they have at hand at the moment.
Toros takes an Endure Element scroll and casts on himself. Tunc helps the liontaur check his equipment one last time, wishes him good luck, and tell him to be careful before he leaves.
<How long does the activation of a seal, for instance seal of flying, take? I do not know well how we activate it...>
Tunc, you are looking at a free action really. I may allow the activation of two seals in as free actions, but not more than that. :)
Toros, addendum Tuesday August 16th, 2005 8:03:27 PM
And Chosen, these were the items from the last loot.
Have we determined yet who would keep which item? Any suggestions?
Kanchana d20+5=7 d20+4=17 Tuesday August 16th, 2005 8:06:13 PM
Seeing that Grith is looking a tad greenish Kanchana will brew up some of the tea she makes to abate the worst effects of queasiness. She will pour two cups and offer the gnoat one.
Kanchana will also make polite conversation and will share what little she knows of the oddities in Nature with Master Grith if he shows any interest for the subject. She will also happily discuss herbalism if given half a chance.
Kanchana has not been paying much attention to any shipboard sounds or activities; her only clue to any trouble brewing will be if someone comes down to tell her, or if the ship makes a dramatic change in course!
(Rolling spot just in case I needed it to see the greenish pallor (rolled 7!). Listen 17. I presume that she will not hear any sounds of far off battle while within the bowels of the ship.)
((Toros I think I remember that there was a suggestion that anyone who could wield a healing wand would get one of the party ones (I don't know if type of wand was mentioned).))
Engagement. (DM Jim) Tuesday August 16th, 2005 11:02:44 PM
The GossamerWing gets closer as the fire spreads upon the deck of the merchant ship. Brahmah finds that there are not vats of oil or tar upon the ship deck, but there is a bucket of dirty water. Most of the Chosen rush to the front rail of the ship to get a better look and get ready for what is to come.
As the ship closes to within ten feet of the merchant vessel, putting the other ship some thirty feet away, you are struck with the sudden stinch. It is overpowering from even this distance. Dead lay about on the deck of the merchant ship as several men fight on with small groups of skeleton warriors. You notice that a few dead bodies have been taken over to the other ship and lay in a pile of maybe a dozen. The water around the merchant ship is awash in tinges of red and you notice fins running the water. It would seem that some have jumped in to escape one form of death and into the jaws of another one.
The other ship is a mess of mold and holes from old battles. It is amazing that it would even be able to float at all and that fog that hangs around it is unnerving. The stench of death is even worse and you have the feeling that light is being sucked away from the area as you get closer and things get darker.
Kanchana below with Master Grith has made a lovely tea. Master Grith is quick to take a cup and nurses it as he feels the effects settle his stomache, he gives a wane smile. "Thanks for that...my race is more at home in the mountains than at sea." He falls into talks of nature, magics and herbalism with Kanchana. She finds out that there is a small stirnging plant that use to grow in the mountains in the Taur Islands, maybe it still does, that was widely used in making healing drafts. The gnoats have also come up with a antitoxin that is based upon other poisons that will indeed cure most poisons, but some of the ingredients are hard to get...very dangerous to aquire really.
The GossamerWing is soon within range of the merchant ship, eight feet, and planks are started to be dropped by some of the crew. Captain Lira shows up at the side of the ship with her first mate. "Yondana...make sure that as many of those people over there are saved as possible." Looking to a few of her crew she nods her head and they come forward. Yandana starts across with five of the crew in tow, as she speaks out. "Ladies...do not engage the enemy unless you really have to...save those that are still alive and closest first by getting them aboard the Wing." She looks to Brahmah and gives him a smile and nod as she moves to the other ship. "This is the Chosen's mission on the other side but we can try and save this crew."
Gilles, before this you could have bought as many as four holy waters from the ship...20 gold apiece but from the god Alemi. You could get some silver shaved down if you want or do it yourself for free...otherwise it will cost 2 silver to shave down 25 coins if you provide them or 27 silver if they are provided by the GossamerWing. :)
Map will be coming tomorrow. Have to see about putting one together that I like and is easy to ready.
Toros Wednesday August 17th, 2005 12:00:49 AM
Toros activates the seal of flying, enabling all the Chosen and other friends ability to fly for 10 minutes (as in the description of the Fly spell) and waits to see what his friends will do
Kanchana Wednesday August 17th, 2005 1:38:19 AM
Kanchana feels the ship stop moving; in fact it bumps into something! Her stomach feels like it has knotted itself up and her skin turns cold as she immediately has a nasty feeling that something is not right. (She is of course ignorant of the boarding for the moment).
"Master Grith, please stay here. I am going to hear with the others what is happening," Kanchana disappears up the stairs.
The first thing she sees is practically everone crowded to on side, immediately there after she smells the apaulling stench of dead things. Kanchana holds a hand to her mouth and takes deep, calm breaths to steady her stomach. 'Brilliant!'
Without seeking any further information (every one seems too busy to ask questions of) she goes back down the stairs and tells Grith of what she has seen, she also adds that knowing the Chosens' luck it will most likely result in a fight.
Gecktar AC 20/22 HP 54 Wednesday August 17th, 2005 3:51:36 AM
While the Gossamer Wing approaches the fight, Gecktar mutters some prayers to Domi so as to have better chances for the coming fight.
First of all he takes his shield and draw holy symbols of Domi on it. It suddenly appear brighter and more polished than ever. Second he takes his holy symbol and raise it above he head while saying prayers to Domi. Sparkles of light emerge from the symbol surrounding him in a large circle of protection. Third, he takes three pebbles and scribe strange writings on them and they seems to warm for simple stones. Fourth he takes from his backpack a flask of holy water, open it and with prayer to Domi and Alemi and incorporate some silver in it. Then the material component for the last spell is ready.
When he feels that he has some flying ability he knows that the time has come for the fight. They must eliminate those aberrations !
He turns to Kale an with a touch of his hand give him some of the strength of Domi, and then follow the first liners when they start.
"Think to retreat near me when things are going wrong. They should not be able to reach me and those near me !" he says to the Chosen "And their skills will be lessened when I will cast the last spell !"
OOC 1 Spell cast : magic vestment (+2 to the shield), magic circle against evil (10' radius), magic stones, Bull's strength to Kale who has now +4 to his strength for 5 minutes.
OOC 2 Spend the 80 gp for holy water and 108 gp for 4 silver 'doses'
OOC 3 dear Chosen, remember to show your current status to help healer's work.
Kale AC 22, Hps 66(Fly, Bulls Strength) Wednesday August 17th, 2005 6:49:56 AM
feeling power infused throughout his body, Kale takes off and begins to fly over the ghost ship. "What am I looking for?" Kale yells to the others as he rises from the deck.
Brahmah (AC 25, 83/83 hps) d20+4=22 Wednesday August 17th, 2005 11:24:38 AM
He doesn't look at Rill, but replies. "Nah, thanks though. Save the spell for yourself." He seems to be focused all of a sudden.
Brahmah looks up at Kale as he flies over. "See if you can find a good grapple hook, would you?" Once he has a grapple or a gaffer hook, he snags the other ship. (Profession check sailor 22, to remember how things go when boarding a ship on open water.)
Flat-top [sub Jay B] Wednesday August 17th, 2005 11:26:40 AM
Flat-top helps Brahmah with the sailor duties, as he was a Royal Marine years ago. "This is what I like... the uncertain ghost ships and adventure." He turns and winks to Kanchana and then Rill.
Phaerill (AC 22, HPs 53/53) [Mage Armor] Wednesday August 17th, 2005 12:47:25 PM
Rill nods to Brahamah. She quickly begins a new incantation [Blur] upon herself. When finished she uses the flying ability to leap into the air (leaving the bow on board) and flies to the beleagered ship, looking for those she may save, while using her spear to threaten anything that may come her way. She will allow the sailors to slip up upon her back so that she may bring them back over to the ship and saftey.
Solgrin (AC18, HP35/35, Fly) Wednesday August 17th, 2005 4:35:17 PM
Solgrin casts hasteon several of the Chosen (Brahmah, Kale, Toros, Gecktar, & Flat-top)
Solgrin then starts to ready himself for what looks to be possibly a fierce battle.
Toros AC 29 HP 61 (Fly, Mage Armor, See Invisibility) Wednesday August 17th, 2005 9:16:41 PM
Toros will also get ready for the upcoming fight by first drinking a mage armor potion and philter of see invisibility. Then, having started flying, the Taur will follow after Kale to the ship.
OOC: For the healing wands, I suggest then Zeoll to take one CMW wand. Toros could also take the CLW and CMW, if everyoneelse would agree. The CL 12 scroll would be best with Gektar, I think. What about the neutralize poison wands and potions?
Zeoll (barkskin) Wednesday August 17th, 2005 9:50:35 PM
Zeoll flies into the air over the merchant ship. He looks for undead. If he sees any, he starts to cast a Summon Nature's Ally II (spell will finish at the start of his turn next round).
If he does not see any, they he start singing a song to encourage the crew of the merchant ship as well as the Chosen.
[OOC: Zeoll already has a party wand of CLW]
Battle on the high seas. (DM Jim) Thursday August 18th, 2005 12:59:20 AM
Master Grith agrees to stay below deck and sips his tea as Kanchana leaves. He knows that this is not his battle and he has been charged by the council to not use his magics unless a dire situation. Kanchana comes back down a few minutes later to let Master Grith know that the Wing is helping out a merchant ship under attack by what appears to be a ghost ship.
Those on the ship make thier own preparations and then start to move out onto the merchant ship. Yandana leads her five crew members to start helping those remaining merchants that can be gotten to easily back to the Wing.
Toros activates a seal on his body and waits to see what the others will do before he makes a move of his own.
The minutes tick by as Gecktar sets up his defense for the coming fight and then lets the Chosen know what he has done. He has one last trick to play as well but it will need to wait.
Kale takes off and flies a little ways out over the merchant ship, but stays above water. He calls out to see what he is looking for.
Brahmah waves off the spell from Rill and then looks for a hook to get the other boat but finds that the crew of the Wing have already done so and are boarding the other boat already.
Flat-top is ready for a little adventure and a battle and is not afraid to say so, which is what he does. He then prepares himself for battle.
Rill sets herself up with a pair of spells and takes off towards the merchant ship, that they are now attached to. She moves to get merchants further away from the ones that Yandana can get to easily.
Solgrin is able to just move himself to get those he wants within the effects of his haste spell. He waits to see what he can do next as he scans the deck of the merchant ship.
Toros sucks down a pair of potions but finds that one does not work the way he wants it too. (mage armor will not stack with normal armor bonuses, they are the same bonuses)
Zeoll also takes off to fly over the merchant ship. He takes in the events unfolding upon it and starts a spell of his own.
You all can see at merchants, totaling nine, being stalked by a group of skeletons. The skeletons are spread out across the ship and seem to be trying to drive the merchants into corners. A quick count puts the skeletons upon the merchant ship at twelve, armed with longsword and shield...they also wear mixed armors as well. One merchant has crawled out onto the long beam that sticks out the front of the ship and is clinging on for his life.
Please refer to the map that I am sending out as it will help you out greatly and provide some information that I may not.
Everyone can fly because of the seal that Toros activated that allows everyone to fly.
Jay, will send you a copy of Flat-tops CS as well. It maybe a little out of date as I am sure that Flat-top has made 8th by now. Seems that I do not have an updated one for that though. :(
Spells in Effect: fly(10min), magic vestment, magic circle, bull's strength, mage armor, blur, haste, see invisibility. Please give me lengths on how long spells will last so that I can keep track as well. :) Remeber 6 second rounds of combat and all.
Kanchana Thursday August 18th, 2005 3:28:30 AM
"You will be staying here Master Grith?" Kanchana asks the gnoat; concern for his safety evident in both her tone and her body language.
"I have to join the others topside, though I won't be much good at this ship to ship stuff. Surely something I can contribute might come in handy." (She is not referring to her role as party bandaid of course)
Kanchana goes back up the stairs. Once she can see the scirmish she takes time to study it to see if there is anything she can do to help the beleaguered merchants out. Her spells are not all that useful for this type of situation.
Kanchana asks Mother Wold for assistance from her children (summon nature's ally lvl2; burning her flaming sphere spell). Kanchana asks for asistance from one of the denizens of the plane of water.
(summoning a small water elemental (11hp), MM 3.5 pg 100; attack: slam +4 melee (1d6+3), spec attacks: drench, water mastery, vortex (DC 13, 1d4, 10-20ft high/deep vortex), power attack)
((P.S. I haven't recieved any maps yet, so I have no idea about range.))
Toros AC 29? (+3 Fight Defensively) HP 61 (Fly, Mage Armor, See Invisibility, Endure Elements) d20=3 d6=1 d6=2 Thursday August 18th, 2005 4:15:25 AM
Toros flies to K3 taking his holy symbol to his hand. Standing just next to the long beam, he attempts to turn the skeletons. It is his first attempt to turn undead, he is already so much excited with everything going on all around, and he feels there could be something wrong with his attempt...
(Oh well, nice start with a d20, 3 + 2 charisma, +2 synergy from knowledge of religion = 7 as the turning check result. The Max HD of turnable undead is 1, as Toros is a level 2 cleric! If this is enough to turn any skeleton total turning damage is also 7 (2d6, 3 (1+2) + 2 cleric level + 2 charisma bonus!!))
Meanwhile, he calls to the Merchant crawling out onto the long beam "Hey, dont worry, you will be safe! Can you ride on my back, I can carry you to a safer place." Floating on the air, the Taur equals the level of his torso and the ship so that the Merchant can easily side step and sit on his back.
spells duration: endure elements 24 hours, mage armor, 1 hour, see invisibilty, 30 minutes, fly 10 minutes after the DM post "Battle on the high seas"
Brahmah (AC 25, 83/83 hps, FLY) d20+13=15 d20+8=28 d20+8=21 2d4(4+1)+7=12 2d4(1+4)+7=12 Thursday August 18th, 2005 5:55:20 AM
Being rather slow on the uptake, he realizes the others are already boarding.
He draws his weapons and moves onto and over the plank to the other ship. (Moves to L10) He strikes at the skeleton. [AC 15 and 28, for 12 and 12 damage]
Flat-top [sub Jay B] (AC 22, 85hps) Thursday August 18th, 2005 5:58:24 AM
The centaur moves in behind Yandana, pulling his morningstar.
OOC: Dominic Thursday August 18th, 2005 10:36:06 AM
don't forget that some of you are hasted.
[OOC: Great map, Jim! My only quibble -- us Taurs should take up 10x10 spaces on it, right?]
Finishing the spell he started last round, Zeoll summons a large dire bat to squares O-P-5-6, 15 feet above the deck level. Zeoll points at the skeleton at 5J and shouts to the dire bat to attack.
The dire bat attacks the skeleton, diving (+1 to hit) and charging (+2 to hit). It dives down to K-L-5-6 and misses the skeleton (hits AC10! Darn!).
As his Dire Bat is attacking, Zeoll uses his Pearl of Power to recall a second level spell and uses it to cast another Summon Nature's Ally II. This time Zeoll uses his Metamagic Rod of Extend on the spell. That means the creature he summons will appear not next turn, but at the start of the turn after that! (metamagic effects lengthen the casting time of spontaneously cast spells.)
Spells in effect: Dire Bat (AC18 (due to charge) HP30, round 1 of 3. Barkskin lasts 300 rounds
Gecktar AC20/22 hp 54 d20+2=18 2d6(2+1)+5=8 Thursday August 18th, 2005 4:25:02 PM
Gecktar fly into the melee going L8. There he draws his holy symbol and call for Domi's might to crush those abominations.
"By the power of the true Gods retunr to the hell you leaved" he says
Turn check 18 for max HD = 7 Damage 8HD of undead with 7HD are turned
Magic vestment +1 (5 hour) Magic circle against evil (49 min & 9 rounds) Bull's strength on Kale (4 min and 9 rounds) Magic stones (29 min & 9 rounds)
Phaerill (Ac 22, HPs 53/53) [Mage Armor-5 hours, Bulls Strength-5 minutes, Blur-5minutes] Thursday August 18th, 2005 10:02:49 PM
Rill flies over the ship, towards those Merchants that the crew won't be able to immediately help. She lands near a merchant (N18). "Quickly! On my back, I shall carry you to safty!" She offers the man a hand to climb up onto her back. She keeps a nervous eye on the very near flames, as well as the skeletons not too far away.
Battle at high seas, 2. (DM Jim) d20+2=16 d20+10=25 d20+10=30 d20+10=29 d20+10=17 d20+10=12 d20+10=14 d20+10=27 d20+10=17 d20+10=14 d20+10=12 d20+10=27 d20+10=16 d6+3=7 d6+3=4 d6+3=4 d6+3=5 d6+3=5 d6+3=9 d6+3=5 d6+3=8 d6+3=5 d6+3=7 d6+3=6 d6+3=6 Friday August 19th, 2005 1:20:04 AM
Kanchana comes back up on deck to find the Chosen making thier way over to the merchant ship. She steps to the railing and begins the call to the plane of water for assistance of a water elemental.
Toros pulls out his holy symbol and presents it before the skeletons with a purpose. He finds that despite his best efforts the skeletons closest to him do not even seem phased as they do not turn and run or cower.
Brahmah comes flying in on the skeleton right before him. His weapons humm as he brings them to bear upon the skeleton. He finds his falchion grazing thin air just barely missing the creature but his kukri finds its mark.
Flat-top pulls out his morningstar and follows along behind Yandana who reaches the first merchant.
Zeoll brings his dire bat into being and directs it at a skeleton as well, trying to aid the crew of the merchant ship. His bat dives at the skeleton and misses but comes up on the other side still within range of the skeleton.
Gecktar pulls out his holy symbol as well and calls upon the powers of Domi. He sends two of the skeletons closest to the railing running back across the ship. They stop at the halfway point and then seems to consider, then turn back around.
Phaerill flies across to the merchant ship near the back to help get merchants off to safety. She calls to the merchant who turns and runs in her direction, a skeleton following.
Solgrin seems to be stunned by all that is going on as he just stands there and tries to figure out his next move.
Kale is likewise stunned with the horror before him or maybe it is the stench of the undead. Never the less he floats in midair looking around at the merchant deck.
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The merchant(K1) out on the front of the ship listens to Toros and tries to turn around but loses his grip and falls the fifteen feet to the ocean below. The water is soon a churning area of white and red as the sharks converge upon his helpless form. You hear a gurgled yell before it is cut off.
The two merchants(H7&I7) find themselves cut off by the skeletons in front of them and the fire behind them. They have nowhere to go and look on frightened as they brandish clubs at the undead.
These two merchants(F14&F15) find that they are on the wrong side of the ship to be gotten to fast. They look behind them and see the ghost ship behind them and sharks in the water, they suddenly seem resigned to the idea that they are about to die. They both swing clubs at the skeleton before them hoping that maybe thier luck will change.
A merchant(F18) finds himself backed into a corner by the slow advancing skeleton before him as well. He knows that he has little room left to run and that his number is about up.
The other merchant(M18) runs to get to Rill as she hollers at him. He cannot see a way for him to get upon on her back though as the fire and the side of the ship prevent that. He does not notice the skeleton that has stalked up behind him.
One merchant(R13) has made it safely upon the deck of the Wing and slumps to the deck in exhaustion. He seems unworried about anything right now but his own hide.
The last merchant(M13) catches a break as the skeletons run away and he is able to make his way up by Flat-top.
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Skeletons(J7&I8) bring longsword in at the merchant before them, leaving two long slashes in the merchant...though he does not fall he does not look to be in good shape.
Skeletons(H8&G7) also slash into thier merchant, who suddenly does not look to be in the greatest of shape.
Skeletons(J9&J11) turn and run away from the fight but stop and turn at the masts of the merchant ship. It would appear that they have had a change of heart.
Skeleton(J5) turns slightly and stabs his sword at the dire bat that just attacked him[hit: 27 and damage: 5].
Skeleton(G14) stabs at the merchant before him drawing a line of crimson blood from the man.
Skeleton(G15) also stabs at the merchant before him but finds his weapon turned away by a lucky block.
Skeleton(G18) stalks his merchant down and slashes at him as the man turns to try and defend himself. The man's hand is lopped off and he is now screaming in pain.
Skeleton(L16) moves towards the stairs that lead to the lower deck.
Skeleton(L18) drives his sword throught the back of the merchant that had reached Rill. A spray of blood smacks onto Rill's blurred form, but the merchant seems to still be alive...if barely.
Sorry Tunc but mage armor does not stack with regular armor. It is the same thing with a bracer of armor as well. They both give the same type of armor bonus. It says this in the PHB under armor. Sorry.
Cayzle, yeah I know but it makes it easier to have only five foot squares on the map. I always take into account the size differences with you taurs but right now nothing is causing a problem. :)[b]
Zeoll (AC19 HP53 Barkskin) and Dire Bat 1 (AC20, HP25 of 30) d20+5=16 d8+4=12 Friday August 19th, 2005 7:06:48 AM
[OOC: Good answer on the size thing, Jim. I got no problem with that!]
Zeoll continues to cast his Extended Summon Nature's Ally II. The spell will be complete at the very beginning of his next turn.
Dire bat 1 bites at the skeleton in J5 -- hits AC16 -- just what he needed! -- for 12 points!
[OOC: Jim, do these skeletons, like standard skellies, have damage reduction 5/bludgeoning? Since a bite is bludgeoning damage, the full amount of the dire bat's damage should apply.]
Spells in effect: Dire Bat (AC20 HP25 of 30), round 2 of 3. Barkskin lasts 298 rounds
Brahmah (AC 25+1hasted, 83/83 hps, FLY, HASTE) d20+11=18 d20+11=21 d20+12=28 d20+6=7 d20+7=8 2d4(4+3)+7=14 2d4(4+4)+7=15 d6+4=6 Friday August 19th, 2005 10:53:06 AM
Brahmah strikes out, with haste, five times landing three major blows. (AC 18, 21 and 28, 14, 15 and 6 damage) His falchion falls hard twice and kukri once.
(OOC: He will split his attack if one target falls.)
Zeoll Extra Friday August 19th, 2005 2:37:44 PM
Before casting his spell, Could Zeoll please take a five foot step to N9?
Thanks!
Gecktar AC18/20 HP 54 d20+4=24 d20+4=18 2d6(3+6)+5=14 Saturday August 20th, 2005 3:14:50 AM
Gecktar drops his shiled on the ground and raise in the air up to 10 feet while taking one of his pebble. He then throw it at the skeleton (J9) knowing that these creatures are particulary vulnerable.
(Hit AC 24 critical 18 for 14 (28 critical) damage)
Solgrin (AC18, HP35/35, Fly) 3d4(1+3+4)+3=11 Saturday August 20th, 2005 4:20:44 AM
Solgrin flies up 15 feet above the merchantship (L5) then casts Magic Missle hitting Sk(j7)(dmg 11).
Kale AC 23, Hps 66(Fly, Bulls Strength, Haste) d20+14=26 d8+7=10 4d6(4+1+2+6)=13 Saturday August 20th, 2005 6:53:55 AM
OOC, sorry for the no post. we had a close friend pass away thursday morning, and i just now got on.
after observing the area, Kale flies down to the ship's deck(square K-7) and attacks the skeleton in front of him(flanking with the merchant, hit Ac 26 for 10 reg. damage and 13 sneak attack damage)
Toros AC 29? (+3 Fight Defensively +1 Haste) HP 61 (Fly, Mage Armor, See Invisibility, Endure Elements) Saturday August 20th, 2005 7:40:37 AM
Toros is just stunned and stays without doing nothing where he floats, seeing the fall and death of the Merchant.
OOC:
Sorry to hear that Kale.
Jim, no worries about the AC, I just do not know what the AC is, but will check it in Rules Center.
Flat-top [sub Jay](fly, haste) d20+16=34 d20+11=25 d8+8=10 Saturday August 20th, 2005 9:46:13 AM
(OOC: Forgot to post for him, sorry.)
Flat-top moves forward and strikes the first skeleton he sees. (Hits AC 34, for 10 damage)
Phaerill (AC 22, HPs 53/53) [Fly, Mage Armor, Bull's Strength, Blur] d20+9=17 d20+8=11 Saturday August 20th, 2005 5:15:18 PM
Rill gasps as the merchant is struck. She tries to ignore the blood on her and reaches down, grabbing the man and hauling him backwards and onto her back. (Roll 17 DC 12)
She turns around and gives a halfhearted kick towards the skeleton (not sure if she can, but rolled a 11 so guess it doesn't matter:) ) Rill jumps into the air and flies back towards the ship, to deposite the wounded merchant at Solgrin's feet.
Kanchana Monday August 22nd, 2005 1:33:32 AM
Kanchana asks the water elemental to put out the fire on the merchant ship.
She then burns another spell to summon yet another water elemental (summon nature's ally lvl 2).
(See elemental stats from my previous post.)
Kanchana has little talent with animals and does not want to swim with the sharks so she does not try to influence them in any way.
Brahmah (AC 25+1hasted, 83/83 hps, FLY, HASTE) d20+12=31 d20+12=20 d20+13=15 d20+7=23 d20+8=16 2d4(4+2)+7=13 2d4(2+1)+7=10 d6+4=8 2d4(2+2)+7=11 d6+4=10 Monday August 22nd, 2005 4:02:31 PM
Brahmah continues his attack. (AC 31(hasted action), 20, 15, 23 and 16, for 13, 10, 8, 11 and 10 damage)
He will break up the attack if a target falls.
Battle at high seas, 3. (DM Jim) d20+10=19 d20+10=29 d20+10=29 d20+10=18 d20+10=19 d20+10=16 d20+10=17 d6+3=5 d6+3=7 d6+3=6 d6+3=8 d6+3=7 d6+3=6 d6+3=8 d6+3=4 Tuesday August 23rd, 2005 1:37:50 AM
Zeoll starts the process of summoning up another creature that can aid him and the Chosen in battle. His dire bat makes another dive at the skeleton, smacking it in the head as it flies by and leaves teeth marks in the skull.
Brahmah moves forward and brings his weapon to play upon the skeleton, hoping that he can deal it enough damage to break it to pieces. His falchion strikes true twice and his kukri once, tearing pieces of bone off the skeleton.
Gecktar drops his shield and launches one of the little bullets he has in his hand at the closest skeleton. The little missile connects, dealing a nice amount of damage.
Solgrin flies a little higher and then launches a volley of magic missiles into one of the skeletons.
Kale dives down to land upon the deck of the ship near one of the skeletons that threatens a merchant. The positioning allows him a good shot at the things back that is turned to him.
Toros is stunned and does nothing as he watches the one merchant fall into the water. The sharks had made short work of him and it is not a pretty sight for him.
Flat-top moves and blocks the one skeleton from coming down the stairs. His morningstar leads the charge and scores a bonecrushing blow to the undead.
Phaerill pulls the merchant onto her back from the railing side, so as to not burn him in the flames. She decides to retreat instead of anything and soon has the merchant upon the upper deck of the GossamerWing.
Kanchana calls out commands to her elemental wanting it to put out the fires on the deck. The elemental goes to work upon the nearest fire, becoming a whirlwind of water that smothers the flames. As that elemental goes to work she starts to call upon another one to be of even more assistance.
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The skeleton(J5) swings his sword a the dire bat again with single-mindedness(hit: 19 and damage: 5).
The skeleton(G7) stabs at the merchant before him but finds his attack blocked by the merchant who seems to be defending and hoping the Chosen can save him.
The skeleton(J8) moves down and then throws himself off the upper deck at Brahmah, his sword leading the way(hit: 31 and damage: 12).*Brahmah has an AoA*
The skeleton(K8) moves down and stabs his sword at Kale intent on killing and adding another dead to the crew(hit: 29 and damage: 7).*kale has an AoA*
The skeleton(J7) turns and stabs at Kale though it is looking to be in pretty bad shape, bones cracked and all(hit: 18 and damage: 6).
The skeleton(K10) moves around the mast and comes at Brahmah with his own sword(hit: 19 and damage: 8).*Brahmah has an AoA*
The skeleton(J11) moves away from his merchant captive to help in the fight against the Chosen.
The skeleton(G14) moves to the side slightly with his sword brandished at the two merchants. He does not attack though as he keeps them trapped.
The skeleton(G18) stabs in at the merchant before him, striking a blow that tears the man's stomache open. Guts spill out upon the deck of the ship and the skeleton turns slightly sword raised.
The skeleton(L16) moves to the stairs to find them blocked and receives a wicked morningstar attack for his troubles. Undaunted he thrusts his sword in at the centaur before him with all the strength of the undead(hit: 16 and damage: 7).
The skeleton(K16) moves away from the corner that he had the merchant trapped in, untill a flying centaur rescued him. He thrusts his sword at Flat-top as well as he nears the steps(hit: 17 and damage: 6).
The skeleton(J9) is torn to pieces by the blades of Brahmah and the bullet tha was thrown by Gecktar finds only remains to strike.
Skeleton AC 16
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The two merchants closest to Kale find themselves getting a little aid. The fall into total defense and keep the swords at bay.
The two merchants(F14/F15) find they are still menaced by a skeleton and holler for help that they see upon the deck of the merchant ship.
Another two merchants make it to the deck of the GossamerWing and are safe...for now.
The merchant trapped in the far corner finds that his light is fading. He only has a moment to look down at the entrails that pour out upon the deck and then he slumps to the deck.
Sorry for no Friday post and this one being so late. Got a call from a friend that needed help with twelve scouts on a camping trip. Spent Friday night, Saturday, Sunday and at least half of today with twelve nine year old boys that wanted to earn badges. :)
Kanchana (51/51HP, 19AC) d20+6=10 Tuesday August 23rd, 2005 3:19:53 AM
Kanchana asks one elemental to extinguish the fire burning at NM17 and the other to extinguish the fire burning at LM7. She really doesn't want the fires to jump to the Gossamer Wing.
Kanchana makes a mental summary of her spells and realizes that they aren't all that useful against skeletons; neither is her bow.
Kanchana whips out her scimitar and will afterwards fly over towards the single skeleton (G14) attacking the two merchants.(Hits AC 10 - a miss I would think!)
Gecktar AC 18/20 (+1 haste) HP 54 d20+6=21 d20+6=25 2d6(3+2)+10=15 2d6(5+4)+10=19 Tuesday August 23rd, 2005 3:21:47 AM
With holy fury Gecktar hits the Skeleton (in K8) trying to do as much damage as possible with his hammer he now holds with his two hands.
Full attack action (power attack -3 to hit +6 damage): hasted attack hit AC 21, normal attack hit AC 25 damage 15 and 19
Toros AC 26 (+1 Haste) HP 61 (Fly, Mage Armor, See Invisibility, Endure Elements) d20=18 Tuesday August 23rd, 2005 4:57:06 AM
Shaking the impacts of the horrible scene Toros gather his wits again to see what he can do to save the other still-alive merchants. Then with the help of Solgrin's haste, he speeds up towards the skeleton at G14. Approaching from G13 Toros charges the skeleton for bull rush, trying to push it back first 5 ft then further to the fire at G16. (Bullrush check result is 25 with haste I guess)
Ih his bullrush attempt is not successful he will activate his ring of force shield for further protection. (+2 shield bonus)
Zeoll (AC19 HP53 Barkskin), Dire Bat 1 (AC20, HP25 of 30), Dire Bat 2 (AC20, HP30 of 30) d20+10=28 d8+4=5 d20+7=13 d20+8=9 Tuesday August 23rd, 2005 6:49:44 AM
Zeoll's second summons concludes with the appearance of a second dire bat above the decks at H5. Bat #2 makes a charging dive at the skelly in J5, flanking it with the other bat. Bat #2 gains +2 charging, +1 att from above, and +2 flanking, for a total of +5. It attacks and hits (AC28) for 5 hp damage.
Dire Bat #1 (who is missed last round) also attacks, with a +2 flanking bonus. It misses. It will disappear just before Zeoll's next turn, but until then it holds its space, keeping that skelly from Solgrin, maybe.
Zeoll casts Speak with Animals and flies (40 feet) down and over sharks. "Stop! Please do not eat these! I will give you fish if you stop eating people." (Wild Empathy 9 is a natural one! Darn!)
Spells in effect: Speak with Animals, round 1 of 30 Dire Bat (AC18 HP30 of 30), round 1 of 6. Dire Bat (AC20 HP25 of 30), round 3 of 3. Barkskin, round 4 of 300
(AC 30(hasted action), 25, 16, 15 and 19, for 12, 12, 6, 10 and 9 damage) Hitting twice with each weapon, Brahmah turns his attacks as targets fall.
Flat-top [sub Jay](fly, haste) d20+17=28 d20+17=31 d20+12=16 d8+8=14 d8+8=9 d8+8=10 Tuesday August 23rd, 2005 7:34:50 AM
Flat-top brings his morninstar to bear into the skeleton's skull. (AC 28(hasted action), 31 and 16, for 14, 9 and 10 damage)
"You bag of bones! Fall. Die. Again."
(He will also split attacks if a target falls.)
Kale AC 23, Hps 66/59(Fly, Bulls Strength, Haste) d20+14=29 d8+7=14 4d6(6+6+5+2)=19 d20+14=34 d20+12=18 d8+7=13 d8+7=14 4d6(5+3+1+6)=15 Tuesday August 23rd, 2005 9:12:31 AM
swinging at the skeleton that charged him, Kale slashes at him with his shortsword(AoA on K8, hit ac 29 for 14 normal damage and 19 sneak attack damage, flanking with Brahmah), then he quickly twists around and stashes at the other two skeletons in front of him(attack on J7, hit ac 34 for 13 normal damage and 15 sneak attack damage, then attack J8, hitting ac 18 for 14 pts of damage, no sneak attack on him)
Battle at high seas, 4. (DM Jim) d20+10=25 d20+10=25 d20+10=26 d20+10=21 d20+10=26 d20+10=20 d6+3=8 d6+3=8 d6+3=4 d6+3=5 d6+3=9 d6+3=4 d20+3=14 d20+3=17 Wednesday August 24th, 2005 2:27:40 AM
Zeoll sends both of his dire bats after the same skeleton. The one succeeds with its bite while the other one flies by harmlessly. Zeoll then speaks to the sharks that are circling in the water but for his trouble a pair of sharks launch themselves out of the water snapping at him, but missing.
Brahmah once again tears into the skeleton that came up beside him. His weapons knock large pieces out of the skeleton and leave it in much worse shape than it started in.
Gecktar brings his hammer smashing into the skeleton and neatly crushes most of the bones that it passes through. The skeleton falls at his feet in many pieces and powder.
Solgrin continues to circle above the merchant ship looking for an opening.
Kale stabs in several times upon his own skeleton but finds that backstabbing is impossible, this thing is already dead and has not vitals to hit. Still his damage is enough to drop the one skeleton, though his attack upon the other skeleton is not possible as it is now on the lower deck.
Toros flies but finds that he cannot reach his skeleton at this time.
Flat-top slams his morningstar home several times and turns the skeleton before him into a pile of broken splinters.
Phaerill stays with the merchant for a few seconds as he calms him and gets him off her back.
Kanchana calls up a second water elemental and sends them into a flurry of putting ut fires. Kanchana then starts he flight across the deck to the aid of the two merchants that are on the far side of the boat. As she reaches the half way point she feels a chilling touch in her bones as the temperature drops several degrees.
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The skeleton(J5) takes a swing at the same dire bat as before(hit: 25 and damage: 8).
The skeleton(G7) finds his sword blocked again by a merchant that is starting to lose hope.
The skeleton(J9) finds himself standing in the spot that one of his companions fell at. He does drive his sword at Brahmah(hit: 25 and damage: 8).
The skeleton(K8) is dead again.
The skeleton(J7) is dead again.
The skeleton(K10) brings its sword back at Brahmah with a single minded purpose(hit: 26 and damage: 4).
The skeleton(L14) moves to the backside of Flat-top and stabs at his rear(hit: 21 and damage: 5).
The skeleton(G14) continues to hold the two merchants at bay but presses an attack upon the one merchant.
The skeleton(G18) stagges towards the stairs that Flat-top is coming up.
The skeleton(L16) is dead again.
The skeleton(K16) cuts in at Flat-top as his partner falls in pieces(hit: 26 and damage: 9).
The skeleton(J9) is dead again.
Skeleton AC 16
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The two merchants closest to Kale find themselves getting a little aid. The fall into total defense and keep the swords at bay.
The two merchants(F14/F15) find they are still menaced by a skeleton and holler for help that they see upon the deck of the merchant shipL The one merchant(F14) finds that he is being pushed back to the open area and the sea beyond.
Gecktar AC18/20 HP 54 d20+6=19 d20+6=19 2d6(2+1)+10=13 2d6(1+6)+10=17 Wednesday August 24th, 2005 3:16:00 AM
One more time Gecktar strikes at the skeleton facing him (J8) with powerful blows.
Attack 1 (haste) (with Power attack -3 damage +6) hit AC 19 for 13 damage Attack 2 (with Power attack -3 damage +6) hit AC 19 for 17 damage
Toros AC 26 (+1 Haste) HP 61 (Fly, Mage Armor, See Invisibility, Endure Elements) Wednesday August 24th, 2005 3:36:57 AM
Toros will first try to save the Merchant being pushed back to the open sea, if he can. If not he will complete his action as stated in the previous post.
If he succeed his bull rush attempt he will call the merchants to escape from the opening he has opened for them by pushing back the threatening skeleton.
Kanchana (51/51HP, 19AC) d20+6=7 d20+5=8 Wednesday August 24th, 2005 3:56:31 AM
When Kanchana feels the wave of unnatural cold hit her she lands; in a spot without any flames. (No new map so I cannot give you coordinants James sorry).
She calls to the first elemental to put out another flame (the closest one to it, no map no coordinates) and then to the second elemental to put out the flames closest to it (same problem as stated before).
Then provided her way isn't physically blocked by a part of the ship; and provided she isn't already being attacked (spot 8), she approaches the skeleton (G14?) attacking the two merchants. And misses... (hits AC 7)
((I have no idea how many attacks she might get so I only rolled for one))
Phaerill (AC 22, HPs 53/53) [Fly, Mage Armor, Bull's Strength, Blur] Wednesday August 24th, 2005 4:27:02 AM
Rill leaps back into the air and races towards the skeleton that is menacing the two merchants (G14), providing herself as a target hopefully instead of the merchant.
OOC: Sorry I missed a day...I'm really sick and sleep most of yesterday away.
Kale AC 23, Hps 66/59(Fly, Bulls Strength, Haste) d20+12=23 d8+7=11 Wednesday August 24th, 2005 6:50:09 AM
moving over to the closest skeleton, Kale once again uses his sword to cut at the undead monster(hit AC 23 for 11 pts)
Brahmah (AC 25+1hasted, 59/83 hps, FLY, HASTE) d20+12=30 d20+12=26 d20+13=33 d20+7=24 d20+8=18 2d4(2+1)+7=10 2d4(2+4)+7=13 d6+4=5 2d4(3+2)+7=12 d6+4=7 Wednesday August 24th, 2005 10:53:24 AM
Brahmah strikes out at the nearest target.
(Too bad no crits on undead!! hits AC 30(hasted action), 26, 33, 24 and 18, for 10, 13, 5, 12 and 7 damage) He splits his attack if he needs to.
Flat-top [sub Jay](fly, haste) d20+17=37 d20+17=20 d20+12=32 d8+8=15 d8+8=11 d8+8=15 Wednesday August 24th, 2005 10:55:36 AM
Flat-top brings the morningstar down again at the skeletons. He's happy with his last attack.
(Hits AC 37, 20 and 32, for 15, 11 and 15 damage)
Zeoll (AC19 HP53 Barkskin), Dire Bat 2 (AC20, HP30 of 30) d20+8=12 Wednesday August 24th, 2005 7:33:05 PM
Zeoll's first summoned dire bat blinks out of existence, leaving the second to carry on the fight.
Zeoll sings as he draws his sword and flies to the place the first bat had been:
Come frriends! Be brrave and fight with me! These bones will soon be historry!
(Bardic Inspire Courage grants a +1 to hit and damage)
Zeoll does not have enough time left in the round to swing his greatsword, but he does offer a flanking bonus to the dire bat.
Together with the Inspire Courage Bonus, that puts the bat at +3 over its usual +5. But that is still not good enough, as the bat only hits AC12.
Spells in effect: Speak with Animals, round 2 of 30 Dire Bat (AC18 HP30 of 30), round 2 of 6. Barkskin, round 5 of 300 Inspire Courage (1 of 3 today) -- continues while Zeoll sings.
Solgrin (AC18, HP35/35, Fly, Invisible) Wednesday August 24th, 2005 8:42:36 PM
Solgrin casts invisiblity on himself then flies off to check what is on the ghost ship.
Battle at high seas, 5. (DM Jim) d20+12=32 d20+12=14 d6+5=9 2d6(6+3)+5=14 d20+10=23 d6+3=5 d20+10=16 d6+3=7 d20+12=23 d20+12=18 d6+3=6 d6+3=7 Thursday August 25th, 2005 12:58:13 AM
Gecktar steps upon the bones of the skeleton before him and smashes his hammer into the still standing one. He smashes it into a multitude of small pieces, leaving it once again dead.
Toros comes flying in over the head of the skeleton confronting the two merchants. His hands grab out for the man as he passes trying to save him from being pushed over the side. *grapple DC 20 and reflex DC 18 to grab and not drop the merchant into the water* You contine on another ten feet before stopping your flight.*you feel a sapping of your strength at this distance: -2 to hit and all checks*
Kanchana lets her two water elementals put out more fires as she races across the ship to the aid of merchants. She gets there but finds her weapon falling short of the mark.*you feel a sapping of your strength at this distance: -2 to hit and all checks*
Phaerill takes flight as well following the same idea that Kanchana has, to save those merchants. She does not make it as far as Kanchana but she can feel the cold flooding her body...it gives her goosebumps.*you feel a sapping of your strength at this distance: -2 to hit and all checks*
Kale moves up and engages the next skeleton that is harrassing the merchants. He does not see the one the dire bats are attacking as turning his way too.*you feel a sapping of your strength at this distance: -2 to hit and all checks*
Brahmah tears into the skeleton at his side, his falchion taking it down in one swat. He turns all his other attacks upon the skeletong that jumped off the upper deck at him, he leaves it hurting bad.
Flat-top smashes the next skeleton into powder and laughs with the pure fun of it all. These things are holding no real challenge to him and he is getting bored.
Zeoll moves to help out his remaining dire bat, moving to the side. He sings an inspirational song as he goes helping raise everyones courage in this easy battle. His dire bat dives again at the skeleton but finds the boney thing moving slightly to the side.
Solgrin casts a single spell and then speeds towards the ghost ship. He wants to pull a little recon on what they might be facing.*you feel a sapping of your strength at this distance: -2 to hit and all checks*
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Not even paying attention that Zeoll has come up behind him the skeleton once again strikes at the dire bat(hit: 23 and damage: 5).
The skeleton seems to not even notice that the merchants have left as it slowly turns to Kale. It's sword strikes out at the rogue with the skill of a warrior, but long since dead(hit: 32*crit14* and damage: 9*crit14*).
The grim set of the skeleton before Brahmah or at least as you would picture it does not change. It comes on with it's sword leading the charge, not caring or feeling anything(hit: 16 and damage: 7).
The two skeletons that flank Flat-top weave their swords as the both bring them in at the poor centaur(hit: 23 and damage: 6 / hit: 18 and damage: 7).
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The two merchants nearest Kale and Gecktar find thier way open and with Yandana yelling to them they race to the stairs. They are soon started across the boarding planks.
The two merchants on the other side of the ship find they have help, but is it effective or too late?
The other merchants are laying on the deck of the GossamerWing having injuries look at. The one that Phaerill brought over is near death and the cleric on board is fast working to save his life.
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[b]SolgrinHighlight to display spoiler: {You see the deck of the ship though not well as the magical darkness, as that is what it must be, cloaks it in dimness. You do see at least seven shapes moving on the lower deck and one on the back of the ship, on the upper deck. You hear a voice call out to you. "I be the captn here...name your business on me ship." You are sure that the presence cannot see you but with a ship such as this it is hard to be sure.}
Toros - for previous round d20+16=23 d20+9=22 Thursday August 25th, 2005 2:40:33 AM
This time, Toros is at the right time at the right place. He manages to grap the merchant and balance his weight not to fall himself or drop him to the water, relying on his strength and agility (23>20, grapple DC; 22>18= reflex DC).
...More to come later...
Gecktar AC18/20 HP 54 d20+6=19 2d6(2+1)+10=13 Thursday August 25th, 2005 3:21:21 AM
Gecktar makes a five voot step to get in reach of the next skeleton facing Kale. With another powerful blow he tries to smash it.
Hit AC 19 for 13 damage
Kale AC 23, Hps 66/35(Fly, Bulls Strength, Haste) d20+10=21 d20+10=22 d8+7=15 d8+7=10 Thursday August 25th, 2005 6:47:48 AM
gripping his side where he was stabbed, Kale lashes back at the skeleton(hit Ac 21 for 15 pts and Ac 22 for 10 pts, extra attack due to haste, forgot to add in the +1 to hit and damage bonus, but did at the -2)
Brahmah (AC 25+1hasted, 59/83 hps, FLY, HASTE) d20+12=18 d20+12=14 d20+13=18 d20+7=9 d20+8=9 2d4(3+3)+7=13 d6+4=9 Thursday August 25th, 2005 9:48:17 AM
Looking to see if Rill saw his last attack, Brahmah recieves a shock to notice that she is nowhere around (he can't see her from here). His are far less effective because he is left worrying about Rill.
(AC 18(hasted action), miss, 18, miss and miss, for 13 and 9 damage)
Flat-top [sub Jay](fly, haste) d20+17=32 d20+17=27 d20+12=14 d8+8=15 d8+8=16 Thursday August 25th, 2005 9:51:19 AM
Flat-top is truly getting bored with this combat, but he soldiers on. (AC 32, 27 and a miss, for 15 and 16 damage)
Flat-top's attacks are far mor effective than Brahmah's this time around.
Jay B.... DARN IT Thursday August 25th, 2005 9:54:25 AM
OOC: I keep forgetting Inspire Courage. Could you please add it to Flat-top's and Brahmah's attacks?! Thanks!!
FRIENDS, REMEMBER INSPIRE COURAGE!!!!
Flat-top's hps [sub Jay] Thursday August 25th, 2005 9:57:45 AM
(OOC: I have him down by 15 hit points, is that what you have? I have his AC at 23. Thanks)
Toros AC 26 (+1 Haste) HP 61 (Fly, Mage Armor, See Invisibility, Endure Elements) Thursday August 25th, 2005 12:38:33 PM
Toros carries the Merchant to GossamerWing, although he feels a bit strange (-2 to hit and skill check) and tries to understand the reason for this. Then he raises again to the sky one more time to go to the Ghost ship after Solgrin, as he can follow the mage with the help of magic. Does he see some other things that are not visible to normal eye?
Zeoll (AC19 HP53 Barkskin), Dire Bat 2 (AC20, HP25 of 30) (INSPIRE COURAGE!) d20+8=27 d8+4=8 d20+8=14 d20+2=11 d20+2=8 Thursday August 25th, 2005 7:17:04 PM
Zeoll and his dire bat attack their skeleton.
Dire Bat hits AC27 for 8 hp.
Zeoll misses with his sword and both his paws.
The bard keeps singing as he attacks.
Spells in effect: Speak with Animals, round 3 of 30 Dire Bat (AC18 HP25 of 30), round 3 of 6. Barkskin, round 6 of 300 Inspire Courage (1 of 3 today) -- continues while Zeoll sings.
Kanchana (51/51HP, 19AC) (Inspired) d20+5=12 Thursday August 25th, 2005 7:49:20 PM
(Penalty to all checks? Shouldn't it just effect strength related checks since it only dropped strength by -2??)
Undetered by her bad luck in combat Kanchana continues to try and rid the two merchants of the pesky skeleton. (Hits AC 12...)
If she misses again she will frustratedly tell the merchants: "Please don't just stand there cowering - defend yourselves!"
Battle at high seas, 6. (DM Jim) d20+12=24 d6+3=6 d20+12=17 d6+3=8 d20+12=26 d6+3=8 d20+3=8 d20=3 Friday August 26th, 2005 12:16:26 AM
Toros finds that his snatch and grabs has worked out perfectly. He flies back towards the Wing with the merchant dangling in his hands.
Gecktar moves up to help out Kale and though he knows that his aim was on, he finds that he falls short with his attack.*you feel a sapping of your strength at this distance: -2 to hit and all checks*
Kale takes another two hits upon the skeleton that had just injured him. Both sword strikes hit but the skeleton does not fall.*you feel a sapping of your strength at this distance: -2 to hit and all checks*
Brahmah finds himself slightly distracted as he had wanted to show off a little for Rill. He cannot see her anywhere and that sends his attacks wild, still he is able to drop the skeleton...he sighs.
Flat-top smashes on the skeleton that he had struck earlier, yawning as he does. This skeleton falls as well and it is still boring.
Zeoll finds all of his own attacks to fall short of the skeleton before him. His dire bat though once again finds a flyby attack striking the thing.
Kanchana takes a swing at the skeleton that had just seen a merchant fly away with Toros. She finds her scimitar passing between ribs and she pulls it back having done nothing...except bought time.*you feel a sapping of your strength at this distance: -2 to hit and all checks*
Phaerill finds herself momentarily stunned by the aura that smacks her in the face and sucks some of her will to fight away.*you feel a sapping of your strength at this distance: -2 to hit and all checks*
Sogrin finds himself momentary distracted as someone seems talk at him from the ship. He knows that whatever it is cannot see him but it is still unnerving.*you feel a sapping of your strength at this distance: -2 to hit and all checks*
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With a turn the skeleton brings it's sword in at Zeoll, ignoring the dire bat this time around(hit: 24 and damage: 6).
Taking another biting swing at Kale the skeleton seems to not care that he is on his last legs(hit: 17 and damage: 8).
Taking another stab at Flat-top's exposed rump the skeleton seems to not have a problem with dying...again(hit: 26 and damage: 8).
The skeleton does not turn but instead charges at the last remaining merchant.
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Only one merchant still remains upon the deck of the merchant ship and he takes no head of nothing as he brings his club around, leaving him totally unprepared for the charging skeleton. As the skeleton hits him he tumbles back over the side with the skeleton in tow, both of them hitting the water.
Six merchants are soon to be safely upon the deck of the GossamerWing, being tended by the ship cleric.
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The aura that is striking those that I indicated is not a penalty to your strength persay. It is sapping your will to fight and put up a struggle. It is the dark powers of death as they claw and scratch at you, trying to get you to surrender yourselves and serve as crew for the ship.
Solgrin (AC18, HP35/35, Fly, Invisible) Friday August 26th, 2005 1:45:12 AM
Solgrin flies over near Brahmah then tells him "Captain, there is atleast 7 or 8 moving around on the ghost ship."
Kanchana (51/51HP, 19AC) (Inspired) d20+5=16 Friday August 26th, 2005 2:51:22 AM
(James that -2 is a set -2, not a new -2 each round? Also Kanchana has favored enemy: undead what relevancy does that have to the "will not to fight" penalty?)
Kanchana cannot see what the water elementals are doing now as her back is turned on them.
She calls to them to put out any other fires still burning.
Kanchana attempts yet again to dispatch the skeleton... (Hits AC 16...)
((Geez! Can she just pick the darn thing up and pitch it overboard out of pure frustration??))
Phaerill (AC 22, HPs 53/53) [Fly, Mage Armor, Bull's Strength, Blur] 2d20(5+3)+6=14 Friday August 26th, 2005 6:41:25 AM
Rill shakes her head and stamps a hoof, trying to shake off the strange feeling but completely unable to do so. She looks over and sees Kachana fighting with the skeleton, and how her sword did little to the thing. She gallops over to lend aid to the wemic. She rises up on her back legs and viscously kicks out with her two front hooves, but can't seem to connect with the skeleton at all (2 hoof attack 11 and 9).
Kale AC 23, Hps 66/35(Fly, Bulls Strength, Haste) d20+11=27 d20+11=29 d8+8=12 d8+8=13 Friday August 26th, 2005 6:45:05 AM
dodging the skeleton's attack, Kale quickly counterattacks with two thrusts of his sword(hits ac 27 for 12 pts and ac 29 for 13 pts). then he yells at Gecktar "Ive got this one! Help the others!"
Zeoll (AC19 HP47 of 53 Barkskin), Dire Bat 2 (AC20, HP25 of 30) (Inspire Courage) d20+8=22 d8+5=10 d20+8=21 3d6(4+2+3)+3=12 d20+2=9 d20+2=7 Friday August 26th, 2005 4:35:01 PM
Zeoll and his dire bat attack their skeleton again.
Dire Bat hits AC22 for 10 hp.
Zeoll hits AC21 with his sword for 12. His paws miss.
The bard keeps singing as he attacks.
Spells in effect: Speak with Animals, round 4 of 30 Dire Bat (AC18 HP25 of 30), round 4 of 6. Barkskin, round 7 of 300 Inspire Courage (1 of 3 today) -- continues while Zeoll sings.
Brahmah (AC 25+1hasted, 59/83 hps, FLY, HASTE) Friday August 26th, 2005 8:17:53 PM
Brahmah's eyes dart to Solgrin. "Really?!" He looks at the other ship and then back at the battle on deck. "Well, lets move over to that ship then." He then rises straight from the deck and calls to Flat-top to 'stop playing around' and follow him.
Flat-top [sub Jay](fly, haste) (-15 hps) Friday August 26th, 2005 8:18:55 PM
Flat-top frowns and follows orders.
Toros AC 29 (+1 Haste +3 Fight Defensively) HP 61 (Fly, Mage Armor, See Invisibility, Endure Elements) d8=6 d8=3 d20=18 Friday August 26th, 2005 9:36:59 PM
Toros prepares the CMW and heals their captain for 12 hp, while he heads for the other ship.
Feeling better again (no -2 penalty was stated for this round) he looks around to spot anything worthy with his eyes that can see even the invisible. (spot 23)
Battle at high seas, 7. (DM Jim) d20+12=13 d6+3=7 Saturday August 27th, 2005 9:58:59 PM
Solgrin flies back to land near Brahman and indicates the ghost ship, letting him know that there are at least seven to eight things moving upon it's deck.
Kanchana orders her elementals to put out the last of the fires on the front of the merchant ship. She makes it to the edge of the deck and is able to see the last skeleton and merchant near her hit the water. She does not continue to watch as she sees fins split the water.
Phaerill comes up beside Kanchana and looks over the side grimacing as well. She looks about the deck and finds only one skeleton, she can see anyways, back near Flat-top.
Kale counters with a pair of thrusts of his own and yells to Gecktar to help out the others, he has this one easily.
As Zeoll sings on he finds that his big sword find thier mark this time as his dire bat swoops in from the other side. They both have great luck this time against the skeleton, though Zeoll would have been happier if his paws had found a mark as well.
Brahmah smiles and acknowledges Solgrin and then checks around. He calls to Flat-top to quit messing around and heads for the ghost ship.
Flat-top despite the skeleton behind him moves to his leaders orders. He runs away from a fight that he could have most obviously won. Maybe it was too easy.
Toros finds that he feels better now with the merchant upon the GossamerWing and himself out of that aura from the ghost ship. He heads to heal the captain but finds that he has already raced towards the ghost ship. He will have to hold it till he can reach him.
Gecktar is confused by the sudden issue of orders from Kale and just stands there dumbly. He cannot figure out the rogue...he does not usually do that.
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The last skeleton alive strikes out at Flat-top as he retreats towards the ghost ship(hit: 13 and damage: 7). It then chases in Flat-tops wake and around the mast of the ship(I14).
All the other skeletons are dead now.
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All of the merchants that are still alive are now on board the GossamerWing and safe as can be for the situation.
Yandana will start to move to the ship also when she sees that everything is ok.
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Everyone but Zeoll and his dire bat are feeling the effects of the ghost ship's aura upon them: -2 to hit and all checks. The penalty is a one time shot and not cumulative, though Toros could tell you that the aura does not work once you get far enough from the ship. Your favortism does not help in this instance except in ofsetting the penalty for fighting undead, sorry Eunice. It is not undead of itself but an aura that is being exuded by the ship itself which is magical in nature not undead.
Toros AC 29 (+1 Haste +3 Fight Defensively) HP 61 (Fly, Mage Armor, See Invisibility, Endure Elements) d8=1 d8=8 d8=1 d8=4 Saturday August 27th, 2005 10:27:34 PM
Toros reaches for Brahmah and heals him for 15 hps before the Captain encounters any further danger. Being closer to the ship, he again starts feeling that sapping feeling, but for now Toros can resist to it. The Taur then waits for Flat-top, perhaps to heal him or hear from him or others some encouraging words for what to do next.
Gecktar AC18/20 HP54 Sunday August 28th, 2005 4:45:15 AM
Feeling ths sapping of his strength he imagine that other are feeling the same. Trying to give all Chosen some strength he calls for the blessing of Domi bringing to the Chosen more courage and more strength.
"Stay by my side Kale I will heal you next."
OOC: Cast Bless +1 morale bonus to hit and vs Fear (duration 5 min)
Kale AC 23, Hps 66/35(Fly, Bulls Strength, Haste) Sunday August 28th, 2005 9:34:06 AM
after kicking at the remains of the skeleton, Kale stays where he is and waits for Gecktar to heal some of his wounds. "Dont get ahead of us!" he yells to Brahmah and Flat-Top
Kanchana (51/51HP, 19AC) (Inspired) Sunday August 28th, 2005 5:46:07 PM
Kanchana backs away from the side of the ship as the skeleton suddenly goes over the side taking one of the merchants with it.
Phaerill (AC 22, HPs 53/53) [Fly, Mage Armor, Bull's Strength, Blur] Monday August 29th, 2005 11:08:04 AM
Rill backs up from the side, a grimace on her face. She wheels around and moves towards the others, intending to cross onto the ghost ship with them.
Zeoll d20+9=11 Monday August 29th, 2005 3:00:35 PM
Still singing, the bard/druid and his bat fly towards the ghost ship. They take a close look for enemies (Spot 11) but Zeoll, unused to flight, is a little distracted.
Solgrin (AC18, HP35/35, Fly, Invisible) Monday August 29th, 2005 4:32:49 PM
Solgrin takes back to the air keeping 10' above the deck of the ship moving to get a clearer view so that he can target with some spells.
Jay B Monday August 29th, 2005 6:42:05 PM
OOC: I'm having issues with my email. My password isn't working, so please forgive any non-replies. I'm not ignoring you. There are technical issues.
Battle at high seas, 7. (DM Jim) d20+12=13 d6+3=8 Monday August 29th, 2005 11:29:50 PM
Brahmah, Flat-top, Solgrin, Zeoll and his dire bat move onto the other ship, the ghost ship. Once there the darkness seems to lift if ever so slightly and they se a group of skeletons and ghouls before them. Solgrin is able to get a better count of them as he is still in the air as is Zeoll, but farther away.
Gecktar and Kale stop at the ramp that leads to the ghost ship. Gecktar summons up a simple spell that will aid the group in combat and then lets Kale know that he will heal him next round.
Kanchana and Phaerill take a step back from the side of the merchant ship. They did not really want to see much more of what was going to happen.
The two water elementals at the front of the merchant ship stand where they are and look around. They do not see anymore fires to put out and figure their job over, but do not leave yet.
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The last skeleton comes up behind Kanchana and stabs his sword at her back(hit: 13 and damage: 8). It seems that someone forgot to put an end to one of those nuisances. It misses badly and digging it's sword into the deck.
Skeleton AC 16
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On the ghost ship you see what must be the Captain of the ship come to the edge of the upper deck, near the wheel. He looks to you and gives a smile. "Wat ya be doin on ma ship?" The rest of his crew stand their ground waiting for the order that will send them into action. The Captain once again addresses the group at large. "Ya be killn me crew...be ya havn busness on me ship?" He waits to see if you have anything to say for yourselves as he motions his crew to stand their ground awhile longer.
Gecktar AC18/20 HP 54 3d8(6+8+8)+15=37 Tuesday August 30th, 2005 3:17:56 AM
As promised Gecktar draw his small wand and gently taps Kale for some healing. (heal 37 hp)
Kale AC 23, Hps 66(Fly, Bulls Strength, Haste, Bless) d20+14=25 d8+8=12 Tuesday August 30th, 2005 6:48:28 AM
"Thanks." Kale says as his wounds dissapear. "Go help the others while I help the girls." Kale says as he turns around and charges the skeleton attacking Kachanga(hit ac 25 for 12 pts of damage, AC is 21 for this round)
Toros AC 28 (+3 Fight Defensively) HP 61 (Fly, Mage Armor, See Invisibility, Endure Elements), Ring of Force Shield and Brahmah's Tattoo of Enlarge Person is active Tuesday August 30th, 2005 8:52:16 AM
Toros activates his tattoo and hastely enlarges in size, while he replaces his healing wand back.
OOC: Where is Toros in the map, I could not find it, is it one of the RIPs ?!?!
What is the minimum amount of healing that the CMW wand provides (2d8+5?)?
Consider yourself right behind Brahmah on the boarding plank leading to the ghost ship. I think that in changing people's positions I might have forgot you, though I could make you one of the rips :). As for the healing wand, it would be able to heal 2d8+5 as you stated.
Brahmah and Flat-top Tuesday August 30th, 2005 10:45:03 AM
Both warriors fly through the riggings and sails toward the Captain? at I16. They stop overhead to access the situation.
"What do you think?" Asks Brahmah.
"Captain, I think we can take them!" Flat-top grins.
Brahmah just smirks at the young centaur.
(Is the 'captain' the ghost captain or the merchants captain?)
That would be the ghost captain. Should have added a little description to aid in that or just said for sure. Sorry for the confusion. :(
Toros - OOC Tuesday August 30th, 2005 3:48:00 PM
So there are three captains!! This would be very confusing for Toros!! ;-b
Solgrin (AC18, HP35/35, Fly, Invisible) Tuesday August 30th, 2005 6:56:45 PM
Solgrin continues to circle above the action waiting to see what Brahmah does.
*** solgrin remains above the ship at all times. ***
Zeoll d20+18=23 Tuesday August 30th, 2005 10:30:22 PM
Zeoll flies a little closer and speaks for the group.
"You see that we arre forrmidible foes. We would be glad to destrroy you all. But we have a grreaterr goal. We need something that you may have. Perrhaps we can come to an underrstanding."
Diplomacy check (includes a -2) 23.
Battle at high seas, 8. (DM Jim) d20+12=27 d6+3=6 Tuesday August 30th, 2005 11:47:27 PM
Gecktar sends healing into Kale with a tap of his wand.
Kale charges the skeleton that had the nerve to attack Kanchana. His sword snakes out and knocks chips off the skeleton's bony body. It still appears to have a fair amount of fight in it though.
Toros taps a tattoo and starts to grow as he replaces the wand in a pouch. He finds that the plank is now a little too small for him and he feels his balance leaving him(Reflex DC 16 or topple off the side of the plank and towards the water).
Brahmah and Flat-top fly among the rigging and tattered sails towards the ghost ship captain. The can see him a little better now but hold their ground as they talk it over.
Solgrin stays above the ship's deck at all times as he continues to search the deck.
Zeoll moves forward and speaks to the ghost ship captain. His diplomacy sounds pretty good to his own ears and what he says makes sense...now if this captain will just listen to terms. He only takes slight notice as his dire bat pops out of exhistance from its position behind him.
Kanchana and Phaerill are both stunned by the fact that a skeleton was left behind. The fact that it has attacked Kanchana also leaves her thanking the Wold Mother that it missed.
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The skeleton yanks it's sword out of the deck of the merchant ship and takes the hit from Kale. It does not seem to notice it too much and does not turn its' attention from Kanchana. It could feel her hatred for it's kind and the life that serves...it's sword dove back in(hit: 27 and damage: 6).
Skeleton AC 16
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The ghost ship captain turns to the new voice and calls out. "Ya be thinkn to scar me?" A wicked laugh issues from it's mouth at that point and you see the bobbing of a large hat with a single partly rotted feather in it. Two red points of light burn inside the empty eye sockets and you are able to make out black skin, drawn so tight upon the bones that it is hard to tell which is which. "Ya be gettn not...but maybe a game." His eyes burn brighter as he continues. "Me crew ya be beatn...dan we be leavn for twenty yars ta da bottom of da sea." With a rather dark look to Zeoll he laughs again. "Ifn ya don make it...ya be joinn me crew." He lets you think it over as he waits for an answer to his demands. With a thought he shrugs his shoulder as if the game will never work this way but makes the terms anyways. "Ifn ya beat me crew, ya also be gettn two of three treasure in me hold."
The ghouls and skeletons seem to be prepared for a fight with an assortment of weapons at the ready.
Gecktar AC18/20 HP 54 Wednesday August 31st, 2005 3:12:57 AM
Seeing the tactical position of each other, Gecktar fly to P12 and take place here. He then cast a spell that infuses in him some power of his God.
(OOC cast divine Favor; duration 1 min)
Toros AC 28 (+3 Fight Defensively) HP 61/61 (Fly, Mage Armor, See Invisibility, Endure Elements), Ring of Force Shield and Brahmah's Tattoo of Enlarge Person is active (1 min), Bless, Inspire Courage, Divine Favor (1 min) d20=12 Wednesday August 31st, 2005 4:07:36 AM
Toros casts one more spell to enhance his fighting power. (Divine Favor, 1 min) Well I think I am not used to so much magic at one time he thinks, while he tries to balance himself from a temporary disorder. (Reflex 12+8-2 = 18 > 16, DC).
Zeoll (First of two posts today) d20+8=26 Wednesday August 31st, 2005 6:27:56 AM
Zeoll looks to Brahmah and his friends before agreeing to Captain Dead's game. But he makes it clear from the look in his eye and the tilt of his head that he thinks the Captain's terms are pretty good. (Bluff Check 26 to send all his friends a secret message, roll includes the -2 penalty.)
Kale AC 23, Hps 66(Fly, Bulls Strength, Haste, Bless) d20+12=29 d20+12=25 d8+8=9 d8+8=9 Wednesday August 31st, 2005 6:56:14 AM
not close enough to hear what the captain is saying, Kale slashes at the skeleton twice, hitting it both times(hit ac 20 and 25 for 9 and 9 pts of damage)
Brahmah d20+25=33 Wednesday August 31st, 2005 11:33:39 AM
The minotaur flying tackles the captain. (Attempts hit 33)
[10 + Str Modifier 6 + Size Mod 4 + BAB 7 + Feats = 27 -4 non proficient =23 +aerial charge +2 =25]
When he is grappling the captain, he'll attempt to fly straight above the ship as far as he can go.
[b]Jay, if you happen to spot this before I post tonight could you give me a Reflex DC 18 for both Brahmah and Flat-top?[/i]
Flat-top [sub Jay B] d20+18=21 d8+8=15 Wednesday August 31st, 2005 11:36:14 AM
Flat-top runs, grinning, headlong into the ghouls and skeletons.
(AC 21, for 15 damage)
Jay B OOC Wednesday August 31st, 2005 11:38:09 AM
OOC: Dangit, I forgot the Inspire again!!!
Here are Flat-tops and Brahmahs running stats...
Brahmah (AC 25+1hasted, 59/83 hps, FLY, HASTE)
Flat-top [sub Jay](fly, haste) (-15 hps)
Toros - OOC Wednesday August 31st, 2005 11:46:55 AM
Brahmah, please have a look at my previous posts. You are healed 15 hps.
Zeoll (AC19 HP47 of 53 Barkskin) (Inspire Courage) Wednesday August 31st, 2005 11:55:57 AM
Zeoll can only watch amazed as his diplomacy is ruined by a premature attack! maybe Brahmah misinterpreted his secret message? maybe Brahmah thought that Zeoll's desire to accept Captain Dead's bargain was in fact a command to grapple the undead thing?
Or maybe this was Brahmah's way of expressing his disapproval for any bargain?
Well, there's nothing for it now but to attack!
Zeoll sees that there are lots of holes in the ghost ship. Maybe big enough for a shark to swim through. He casts Charm Animal on a shark (Will DC 16). If it takes, then he uses his Speak With Animals to ask it to enter the ghost ship and attack any undead things it sees.
Zeoll also looks to see if there is any kelp or aquatic plants nearby on which he could cast Entangle.
Spells in effect: Speak with Animals, round 7 of 30 Barkskin, round 10 of 300 Inspire Courage (1 of 3 today) -- Round one of five, since Zeoll stopped singing to talk to Captain Dead.
Spells Typically chosen out of doors: Level 0: Guidance, Light, Cure Minor Wounds x2 Level 1: Entangle, Charm Animal [cast], Produce Flame Level 2: Barkskin [cast], Flaming Sphere [cast twice]
Battle at high seas, 9. (DM Jim) d20+9=22 d20+6=12 d20+14=24 d20+14=21 d8+2=4 d8+2=8 d20+14=19 d20+14=30 d8+2=4 d8+2=8 2d6(4+1)=5 d20+14=30 d8+2=6 2d6(1+4)=5 d20+12=23 d6+3=4 Thursday September 1st, 2005 12:49:33 AM
Gecktar flies on a little and then stops to cast a spell upon himself. He feels Domi's power settle over him as he takes stock of the situation.
Toros casts yet another spell upon himself and just barely keeps his balance upon the boarding plank he is standing on(Reflex DC 16 or topple off the side of the plank and towards the water).
Zeoll had given his opinion that the deal was a good one, but finds that it might be a mute point as Brahmah makes an attack against the ghost ship captain. He finds no plants that would be usefull for his entangle spell and despite the holes in the ship he sees no water in them, just darkness.
Kale sends his sword into the skeleton a couple more times wondering what is happening with the others on the ghost ship. He finds two solid hits but finds that they caused very little damage.
Brahmah races forward towards the ghost ship captain. About a foot away from him he slams into an invisible barrier, that sparkles blue faintly(Fortitude DC 14 to not be knocked senseless for 1d4+1 rounds).
Flat-top had started his downward decent after the ghould and skeletons when he was caught in one of the falling sails. He finds himself caught up in it and needing to cut his way out or be cut out as the case maybe(Strength DC 14 to break free in 1d4+1 rounds or cut way out sail AC: 12 HP: 18).
Kanchana and Phaerill are both still confused by the presence of a skeleton on the merchant ship or maybe they want to be saved by Kale. At this time their true emotions are not known.
Solgrin continues his aeriel view of the ghost ship deck. Nothing has changed to his eyes but that Brahmah and Flat-top have started the fight(if you look down you will notice that you are lined in purple flames).
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The skeleton takes the hits from Kale in stride but does not turn his attention from the druidess before him. His sword once again cuts in, looking for vital spots(hit: 23 and damage: 4).
Skeleton AC 16
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The ghost captain does not even flinch as he sees Brahmah barreling in towards him. He does not pull a weapon or make any other moves that would indicate he was going to defend himself. Unfortunately for Brahmah he knows about a field that protects him and Brahmah does not.
A ghoul(K10) had pulled a rope right before Brahmah and Flat-top had made thier own move. It dropped one of the sails upon the two taurs and then started forward to attack.
The other two ghouls(N12&N14) move forward and take up positions that will put them into a better striking range, if their opponents will come down.
Two of the skeletons(M9&M10) pull up a crossbow and fire them at Solgrin(hit: 24/21 and damage: 4/8).
Two skeletons(L13&L14) pull up their crossbows and fire bolts at Zeoll(hit: 19/30 and damage: 4/8+5 unholy damage).
The lone remaining skeleton(L12) takes aim at Gecktar and fires off a single bolt in his direction(hit: 30 and damage: 6+5 unholy damage).
Phaerill [AC 22, HP 53/53] (Fly, Bull's Stremgth, Mage Armor, Blur) d20+6=10 d20+6=19 d4+5=8 d4+5=6 Thursday September 1st, 2005 2:55:46 AM
Rill shakes off her suprise and confusion. She rears up with a yell and strikes at the skeleton with crushing hooves (10, 19 damage: 8, 6).
Solgrin (AC22, HP12/35, Fly, Invisible, Mage Armor) Thursday September 1st, 2005 2:58:01 AM
Solgrin casts mage armor (extended - rod) on himself sharing with Rozca. Then Solgrin flies over by Kanchana.
** Active spells: Mage Armor - 12 hours
Rod of Lesser Metamagic, Extend (1/3 used) Rod of Lesser Metamagic, Enlarge (0/3 used)
Kale AC 23, Hps 66(Fly, Bulls Strength, Haste, Bless) d20+12=30 d20+12=23 d8+8=11 d8+8=15 Thursday September 1st, 2005 9:06:43 AM
"Defend yourself!" Kale yells at Kachanga as he slashes at the skeleton once again, hitting twice(hit as 30 and 13 for 11 and 15 pts of damage)
Toros AC 26 (+3 Fight Defensively -2 Rage) HP 65/65 (Rage, Fly, Mage Armor, See Invisibility, Endure Elements), Ring of Force Shield and Brahmah's Tattoo of Enlarge Person is active (8 rounds), Bless, Inspire Courage, Divine Favor (9 rounds), Rage 8 R d20=19 d20=8 d20=15 Thursday September 1st, 2005 10:19:26 AM
Able to balance himself without any more difficulty (reflex d20, 19) Toros will rage and attack to the nearest Skeleton at M10, trying to grapple it. (Grapple check 27 (8 +4 (improved grapple) +8 (size) + 7 (strength, rage and enlarge). Hope bless and prayer compensates the -2 penalty.) The enlarged liontaur will try to pin his opponent, causing it to drop the crossbow it holds.
Observing the bad surprise that was waiting Brahmah and Flat-top Toros will be more careful and use his tumble skills (tumble check, 22) to dodge any trouble awaiting him. If it is more than he can handle he will be ready to retreat.
Brahmah (AC 25+1hasted, 59/83 hps, FLY, HASTE) d20+9=12 d20+11=20 Thursday September 1st, 2005 10:21:15 AM
(Reflex 18, Fort 20)
Brahmah wasn't paying much attention to negotiations. In his mind the undead sailors were killing and plundering ships, he thought it'd be better to rid the seas or this filth, regardless of 'peaceful' intentions. However, it seems Brahmah may get what due him real soon.
(There is no way to grapple him? Is the barrier a continuous thing?)
Flat-top [sub Jay](fly, haste) (-15 hps) d20+7=14 Thursday September 1st, 2005 10:23:58 AM
(Reflex 14)
Flat-top finds himself in trouble, unable to attack.
Jay B Thursday September 1st, 2005 10:25:57 AM
OOC: Just my opinion, but the recent missions seem like a running combat and even I'm getting bored with them.
Gecktar AC18/20 HP43 Thursday September 1st, 2005 3:36:06 PM
Gecktar crushes the preparation he had made before and then cast a spell so as to weaken the undead in the area.
[i]"By the might of Domi ! Return to the Abyss you should never leave !
(OOC cast Consecrate 20' radius)
Zeoll Thursday September 1st, 2005 10:43:30 PM
Making sure to fly out of reach of the undead, Zeoll casts his Detect Secret Doors spell, hoping to find the place where is hidden the information for which they came here.
Battle at high seas, 10. (DM Jim)*Ammended for Cayzle's post.* Thursday September 1st, 2005 10:49:23 PM
Phaerill ggets one of her attacks to strike upon the skeleton. It does not appear to do enough damage though.
Solgrin calls up a armor to surround his body and allow him to withstand attacks better. He then takes off towards Kanchana and her healing abilities.
Kale rips into the skeleton again as he yells at Kanchana. It was not needed he notices as the skeleton crumbles before his eyes.
Toros finds the skeleton trapped in his grip and the crossbow flat against his side, unuseable.
Brahmah finds that he is still standing before the captain of the ghost ship. He can still see the shield sparkle for a few minutes but cannot be sure if the spell is ended.
Flat-top finds himself hopelessly stuck in the sail of the ship and hanging some fifteen feet in the air.
Gecktar finishes the spell that he had prepared earier but finds that it is wisked away to a point some ten feet behind the ghost ship captain.
Kanchana is once again unable to protect herself but at least the threat is gone.
Zeoll gets his spell out and looks across the deck but finds no hidden doors, passages or anything else that would indicate a hidden spot. He can still see all those holes in the ship deck and figures that the undead have little use for doors or stairs.
Willpower DC 26 for everyone on the ghost ship, fail and you are rooted to your spot unable to move.
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The ghost ship captain can feel the power building on his ship and he stares wide-eyed at the Chosen.
All the other monsters upon the ghost ship seem to come to a standstill. They have more or less frozen in place.
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The skeleton in front of Kanchana crumbles under the assault that is brought against it.
This battle maybe ending a little sooner than expected. Sorry for the boredom for all with combat...which mostly came about due to the CrossOver and all. The werecreature battle was but a throw in because of it. Will watch that in the future and all.
Gecktar AC18/20 HP43/54 d20+7=16 Friday September 2nd, 2005 4:29:12 AM
Gecktar sees the power of his spell annihilated and stares desperately at the deck where the Ghost Captain stands... and is rooted on his spot unable to move
Brahmah (AC 25+1hasted, 59/83 hps, FLY, HASTE) 2d4(1+4)+7=12 2d4(4+2)+7=13 d6+4=5 d6+4=5 Friday September 2nd, 2005 9:53:37 AM
(OOC: This is absolutely NO way for Brahmah to make the save AT ALL. He fails.)
Brahmah is rooted firm. He starts hacking and the floor boards surrounding his feet. He's VERY p***ed off and is cursing.
(35 damage to the deck boards!!)
Flat-top [sub Jay](fly, haste) (-15 hps) d20+17=37 d20+12=28 d20+17=18 d8+8=11 d8+8=10 Friday September 2nd, 2005 9:57:58 AM
(OOC: Same goes for Flat-top. There is no way for him to pass the save!)
He becomes rooted and simply continues fighting the skeletons. (AC 37 and 28 (hasted action missed), for 11 and 10 damage) He hasn't quite realized that he's stuck yet.
Cayzle OOC Friday September 2nd, 2005 1:25:24 PM
Note: A Natural 20 ALWAYS saves, right?
Cayzle is absolutely right. A natural 20 will always win a save. It is the one saving grace of a game. :) But don't be too discouraged for those of you that do not suceed, there is a reason for a high save.
Zeoll (AC19 HP47 of 53 Barkskin) (Inspire Courage) d20+9=28 d20+8=22 Saturday September 3rd, 2005 1:21:16 PM
Zeoll resists the magic easily. But he is not sure what to do!
He sees his friends and his enemies freeze in place. And this spell affected undead as well as mortals. Something strange is going on here, he deduces! There is a Third Party on the scene!
What to do? What to do? Zeoll decides to try some trickery. The liontaur freezes in place, PRETENDING the magic worked! [Bluff check 22 with the -2 penalty]
Maybe when it is clear what is going on, Zeoll will have the advantage of surprise!
Spells in effect: Speak with Animals, round 9 of 30 Barkskin, round 12 of 300 Inspire Courage (1 of 3 today) -- Round 3 of 5
Spells Typically chosen out of doors: Level 0: Guidance, Light, Cure Minor Wounds x2 Level 1: Entangle, Charm Animal [cast], Produce Flame Level 2: Barkskin [cast], Flaming Sphere [cast twice]
Bard Spells: 1 level 1 spell cast.
Zeoll extra Saturday September 3rd, 2005 1:23:50 PM
Note: Even if the -2 penalty applies to saves, Zeoll still saved with a 26 -- exactly what he needed!
Battle at high seas, 10. (DM Jim) Saturday September 3rd, 2005 6:34:16 PM
Brahmah is held in place by this newest spell or aura.
Zeoll finds that he can move but waits to see what surprise he maybe able to use in this battle. He stays fronzen for the time being.
All the other Chosen, but Flat-top who is held in the sail, find that they cannot move either. Maybe it is the spell or maybe it is fear but they do not move.
None of the monsters are moving either or anyways those that are ghouls and skeletons.
Brahmah looks up into the twisted face of the ghost ship Captain and sees his right hand decend towards him. It seems to pass through the armor over his chest and then his world is a burning fire that racks his body. The hand seems to be burrowing through his chest and towards his heart, with nothing that he can do about it. The minutes seem to slow to mere seconds as the pain is not dulled and the creature seems to be taking great delight in what it is doing. "Ye thought ta win...on ma home ground." His smirk is all consuming as he pushes his hand further towards your heart.
Zeoll is the only one able to move but in his heart he realizes that he cannot get to his Captain in time to save his life. Is he going to see Brahmah parish before his very eyes?
This is more of a roleplay time people. Have fun with it before the combat is over.
Jay, do I have you worried yet? ;)
Flat-top (AC 22 ??/96hp) d20+12=13 d20+8=20 Sunday September 4th, 2005 7:52:28 AM
Flat-top cannot figure as to why he cannot get out of this position?? He kicks with his frount hooves, twice (attack AC 13 and AC 20) But it seem that it does no good. "I'm going to get out of this ^%##@*! trap, Even if it takes me all day!"
Toros d20=1 Monday September 5th, 2005 4:23:58 AM
Toros seems to be pinned by his own move mostly due to the overwhelming supernatural mental effects at work, as well as his chance. He is neither aware of his surroundings nor can do anything for the moment (*natural 1*).
Phaerill (AC 22, HPs 53/53) [Fly, Mage Armor, Bull's Strength, Blur] Monday September 5th, 2005 6:43:44 AM
Rill wonders what the heck is going on, noting that neither side is moving. She swishes her tail in agitation and looks around, looking to see if she can see anything out of the ordinary, or someone or something that does not belong.
OOC: Rill is still on merchant ship..is she also infected with the no move?
Brahmah Monday September 5th, 2005 7:05:44 AM
OOC: Welcome back Ceil!! Flat-top is down 15 hit points from this battle.
Brahmah thinks about the three Warrd coins in his backpack and how nice it would be for them to be more lucky at this point. His face twists as the ghostly hand touches him. "So, you enjoy fondling people?! Were you keel-hauled for that?" Brahmah isn't panicked or even scared, he's simply frusterated.
Flat-top (AC22 15/96hp) d20+13=26 d20+8=9 Monday September 5th, 2005 8:08:53 AM
Flat-top cannot understand as to why his hoves are not affective?? So He'll try again. (Attack Ac26 and Ac9.
He does not know (just now ) that he is hurt.
Jay to Ceil Monday September 5th, 2005 8:40:27 AM
OOC: I may have confused you. Flat-top has only lost 15 hit points.
Gecktar Monday September 5th, 2005 3:06:46 PM "NO !" says Gecktar seeing the scene. "You cannot win this fight ! You're a damned soul and this is not your place. Just tell us what you need to find the eternal rest and I will try to fullfil your wish"
Zeoll Monday September 5th, 2005 6:46:49 PM
Waiting for the best time to act, Zeoll waits and watches. There is nothing he can do for now. Maybe Gecktar will distract the undead captain.
Battle at high seas, 11. (DM Jim) Monday September 5th, 2005 9:41:16 PM
Brahmah can feel the hand push farther and the up to the first digit of the hand slips into his skin.
Toros finds himself completely immobilized with the undead in his arms.
Flat-top kicks out again at the sail and finds that this time it gives under his hooves but does not rip.
Phaerill wonders what is going on with the other ship as she cannot see across.
Battle at high seas, 11. (DM Jim) Monday September 5th, 2005 9:50:53 PM
Flat-top kicks out again at the sail and finds that this time it gives under his hooves but does not rip.
Toros finds himself completely immobilized with the undead in his arms.
Phaerill wonders what is going on with the other ship as she cannot see across.
Brahmah can feel the hand push farther and the up to the first digit of the hand slips into his skin.
Gecktar pleads his case with the ghost ship captain but feels that he is getting nowhere.
Zeoll knows that he cannot reach either one in time and hopes that Gecktar has better luck.
The rest of the Chosen are immobilized or unaware of the troubles surrounding them.
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The ghost ship captain smiles as he looks to Brahmah. "It will not matter...soon you will join my crew." He presses his attack upon you with an ever widening smile.
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In the back of your mind Brahmah you feel a presence start to fade in. You see those eyes from many days ago in that dream...the Fae King you believe it was. His voice speaks into your mind as you feel another presence there as well. "Brother...nature lover...let me assist you in your fight...undead are unnatural to all of nature and even I cannot allow them to survive." The other presence seems to linger further back though he does speak to you. A peace and warmth fills you from this entity as he speaks to you as well. "My son...have faith and hold true to your course." You get the feeling that neither of the presences are aware of the other. To reach out to either would help you and to both would be natural...you feeling no malice from either one. The nature power seems choatic but also willing to help as the other presence reminds you of your god...you are sure that it is he but as if he is working from too far away. It has become decision time.
Kanchana Tuesday September 6th, 2005 1:50:34 AM
Kanchana is rooted to the spot and still being introspective, she doesn't seem to "see" anything going on...
((Jim can I get a save attempt to be released from this - I ask because I have been away due to serious illness all last week.))
Brahmah Tuesday September 6th, 2005 9:27:13 AM
With a renewed sense of faith and courage, Brahmah looks into the Captain's eyes and says, "I will NOT fall to your will creature! Get to know me, Domi!" With all of Brahmah's mental power, he tries to fend off the ghost. "YOU WILL FAIL TO HAVE ME!"
Mentally he calls to Domi and the land, 'Fathers, I willing take your power.'
Kale AC 23, Hps 66(Fly, Bulls Strength, Haste, Bless) Tuesday September 6th, 2005 11:50:17 AM
Kale turns from the fallen skeleton and watches the exchange between everyone on the pirate ship.
Zeoll (AC19 HP47 of 53 Barkskin) d20+7=9 Tuesday September 6th, 2005 3:16:53 PM
Zeoll does not sense the underlying struggle that is going on in Brahmah's mind (Sense Motive 9). But he does see that Brahmah is about to die. He also sees Flat-top struggling. So abandoning his ploy, Zeoll flies to Flat-top and helps free him from the entangling sail. He cuts away at it with his sword, careful not to hurt his friend.
Flat-top -- we all have the power to fly for a little while more, thanks to someone's seal. Zeoll says to his friend, "Should we trry to save ourr frriends who arre parralyzed or trry to save Brrahmah?"
[OOC: Welcome home, Ceil![/b]
Spells in effect: Speak with Animals, round 11 of 30 Barkskin, round 14 of 300 Inspire Courage expired
Spells Typically chosen out of doors: Level 0: Guidance, Light, Cure Minor Wounds x2 Level 1: Entangle, Charm Animal [cast], Produce Flame Level 2: Barkskin [cast], Flaming Sphere [cast twice]
Bard Spells: 1 level 1 spell cast.
Gecktar Tuesday September 6th, 2005 3:43:08 PM
Gecktar looks powerless to the struggle between Brahmah and the ghost
Toros d20=2 Tuesday September 6th, 2005 9:56:45 PM
Not much improvement on Toros's side, as he stands still with the skeleton as if for a life long and after...
Battle at high seas, 12. (DM Jim) Tuesday September 6th, 2005 11:44:52 PM
The hold continues on all those present of the Chosen but Zeoll. He races to the aid of Flat-top who is held in the sails. He cuts him loose easily and grimly looks to his friend.
Brahmah feels the presence of those other two entities keenly and he lets them slip in. The nature one is far more powerful and he feels the flood of the Wold slip into him. The timelessness of the very earth itself and the mountains. He feels the slow changes of nature as they occur and is fully alive, though he cannot move still. A bright green light seems to surround him slightly, tinged with a dull white, that pulses with power.
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The ghost captain's face loses the smirk and is replaced by sheer terror as he tries to pull his hand back. To his shock green vines are slowly traveling up his hand and he lets out a scream that freezes everyone's blood in thier veins. Finally he is able to pull back his arm but the hand that had been touching Brahmah is gone...only the wrist remains. "But....how?" He staggers back into the large black idol behind him and it flashes. The ghost captain is gone from all sight.
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The ghouls slowly howl as they seem to turn to vapor and disperse on the wind. The skeletons crumbles into dust upon the deck of the ship and then sinks into it. The ship shudders slightly and everyone is free once again to move as they wish. The ship gives another shudder and you feel it sink a little in the water. It is quickly becoming apparent that this ship is slipping back into the waters that spawned it *Intelligence DC 8 to realize that this ship will only stay above the water for maybe a minute*.
Kale Wednesday September 7th, 2005 9:46:02 AM
not wanting anything to do with the sinking ship, Kale will fly back over to his ship and await the others
Flat-top Wednesday September 7th, 2005 10:20:42 AM
"Thank-You Zeoll! Remind me that when I return to the Catacumbs! To buy myself a good dagger. Now where is this Lowly Captain of the Dead? I want this thing we came after!! And before we sink." Flat-top yell after he get out of the darn sail, but there is nothing there??" "What happen? Where's the enemy? Captain Brahmah? I think we are sinking back to davy Joins locker??"
Brahmah Wednesday September 7th, 2005 10:23:02 AM
The ranger slumps over slightly, unsure what just happened, but slowly rises intot he air and avoids the riggings. Brahmah silently thanks who ever, or whatever, helped him and the Chosen just then.
Zeoll d20+2=8 d20+2=11 d20+2=16 Wednesday September 7th, 2005 4:49:46 PM
Zeoll shouts, "Rrememberr what Masterr Grrith said! -- 'Parrt of a map that leads to the sworrd Varrgas is looking forr lays in the ghost ship Captain's hands.' We HAVE to get that map beforre this ship sinks!" (Just made Int check to tell the ship is sinking!)
Zeoll starts to look frantically for the map. First near this odd idol. Then in the captain's quarters. (untrained Search checks 11 and 16)
"Come ON everrybody!"
Toros Wednesday September 7th, 2005 6:10:53 PM
"Yes, we have to find the map, but where could it be..! The captain had said we could take 2 most valuable items from his treasure but where is his treasure..." Toros casts Elven Vision (If he can cast it as a spontenous Bard Spell) to help him find a clue. "Could it be something to do with that large black idol that swallowed the Captain?"
That sink'n feeling. (DM Jim) Wednesday September 7th, 2005 11:59:45 PM
The Chosen go into save mode as the ship rocks. Some are not onboard the ghost ship so they are not present for the constant tremors. They can see from the merchant ship that the ghost ship is starting to lay a little lower in the water though as if getting closer to it.
Zeoll tears through what must be the captain's quarters but finds nothing that would even remotely be a map. The idol had turned up nothing as well that would even hint at treasure of a map. *Did you touch the idol in anyway?*
Toros remembers that the captain had mentioned that if they won the battle they could have two fo the three treasure chests on board the ship. He ponders the black idol that sucked up the ghost ship captain.
Kale has returned to the GossamerWing and awaits the return of the others with mild interest.
Flat-top informs the others of something that most have already realized...the ship is sinking back into the ocean.
Brahmah takes to the sky and scans the deck. He knows that there is something that he should remember about pirates and loot...but what???
Wisdom or Intelligence DC 8 to think of the hold as being the best place to find pirate bootie. +2 to this check if you have knowledge about pirates or ships.
Gecktar d20+3=20 d20+2=15 Thursday September 8th, 2005 2:54:54 AM
Gecktar realizes that the hold may be the best place for the pirate to keep their treasure. So he rushes into the hold and begin to search for the map
(WIS check 18, Search 15)
Gecktar errata Thursday September 8th, 2005 2:55:20 AM
Wis check is 20 not 18
Brahmah d20+1=15 Thursday September 8th, 2005 5:54:13 AM
Brahmah can't quite think straight, but somehow manages to think about the pirates and bootie(treasure that is!). His head is still swimming with the echoes of voices.
He glances about, looking to see if he can see Rill.
OOC: Jim, what was it we're were supposed to do on the ship again? ;)
Flat-top d20+1=9 d20+4=22 Thursday September 8th, 2005 8:40:12 AM
Flat-top is frustrated, so he kicks the nearest thing closes thing to him, when he lands on the deck. He will now start ti search around and in at the same time tries to think as to where Pirats would stash their treasure, before hiding it?? "Gee thinking give me a head ache. Wait a minute? How about the hole, you know the dark smelly hole?? Since they are all dead in one way or another, They will not attack us unless that Captain tell them To??" Flat-top tries to make sence of things.
Wisdom 9 (just squeek by) serch 22
Toros d20=11 d20=14 Thursday September 8th, 2005 9:51:52 PM Where are these treasure chests?? Toros looks around the board and hold to find them. (Wisdom check, 14, Search check, 16)
Zeoll d20+3=20 d20+1=11 Thursday September 8th, 2005 9:54:56 PM
Zeoll realizes that the Hold is the best place to search, so he heads down there pronto to search.
(Untrained Search check is a 11)
Kanchana Friday September 9th, 2005 2:45:04 AM
Kanchana isn't on the pirat ship, and as it starts to sink there is nothing that can make her get onboard it now either, she still remembers the shark vision vividly.
Brahmah Friday September 9th, 2005 9:04:52 AM
Brahmah hovers, still confused what has happened in the last few seconds. "There was something. Something!"
Flat-top Friday September 9th, 2005 2:25:55 PM
Flat-top yell to Brahmah, "Captain! I will follow Zeoll. OK!" Then tell Zeoll as Flat-top tries to catch up with the Liontaur, ' "Wait for me??"
Sink er swim. (DM Jim) Friday September 9th, 2005 3:18:06 PM
Brahmah is suddenly hit by the fact that they are looking for a map. Brahmah spots Rill by Kanchana on the merchant ship standing a little ways from the edge.
Kanchana stays on the merchant ship and then looks to the boarding planks from the ghost ship. They look mighty solid to her and they are attached to the deck of the merchant ship.
Gecktar, Toros and Zeoll all head down through on of the holes in the deck as it is quicker and they see no other way into the lower part of the ship. You all find at about the same time three chest in a small room down in the hold. In fact this is the only room that seems to be dry and without mold. The rest of the lower part of the ship stinks of decay and mold, with a foot of water layering the floor.
Flat-top calls out to Brahmah that he is heading into the hold with Zeoll. He has to race to catch up and only is able to find them in the small room with the gasps of surprise from his three friends.
Kale is still on the GossamerWing watching for the others to come back, but noone has showed up yet.
Solgrin floats above the ghost ship and keeps an eye out for other things that may decide to take advantage of the situation.
Phaerill is stunned by the sudden turn of events and seems unable to move. Even the sinking ghost ship is not enought to jog her out of her state on the merchant ship.
Sorry, storms kept me from getting all my posts in yesterday. Will make up Fridays post on Saturday if most of you are ready to go. :)
Toros d20=4 Friday September 9th, 2005 8:30:22 PM
Toros asks Gecktar and Zeoll, Flattop "should we check only the map here or take all the chests to GossamerWing and search them there?"
If it is decided to carry the chests back, taking the risk that there could be trap, Toros will take the chest on the left, leaving the other two to his friends.
At the same time, he will look around to see any worthwhile stuff other than the chests in the small room. (spot 10)
Zeoll Saturday September 10th, 2005 1:07:27 AM
Zeoll is keenly aware that the ship is sinking. "No time to check," he says to Toros. "Grrab a chest and rrun!"
That's exactly what Zeoll does.
Flat-top Saturday September 10th, 2005 8:54:24 AM
"No time to serch or open the Chest!" Flat-top tells the others, "Zeoll is right! Let's us just gran and get off the ship. We'll let Kale check for traps lazter."
Flat-top helps with the chest if need be.
OOC: Ceil Saturday September 10th, 2005 8:56:41 AM
Dear DM Jim
Sent some of that rain to me, Flat-top is getting thirsty!!
Gecktar Saturday September 10th, 2005 2:08:31 PM
Gecktar grabs a chest. He asks some help if the chests are too heavy and then fly back with the chest to the Gossamer
Brahmah Monday September 12th, 2005 10:09:28 AM
Brahmah goes DIRECTLY to where the Captain's Cabin would be.
He suggests to Flat-top to find the Quartermaster's office, thinking the map might be there.
Grab that bootie. (DM Jim) Monday September 12th, 2005 5:00:30 PM
Toros finds nothing else of interest and grabs the left chest. He makes to leave with the others who have most likely grabbed a chest as well.
Zeoll grabs the middles chest and makes all haste to get out of the room and back to the deck.
Flat-top has no reason to help with the chests as thier size is not limiting to any of the taurs that grab them. Instead he grabs the door so that they may get out easier.
Gecktar reaches down and pulls up on his chest only to find that it will not budge. He pulls and pulls but cannot get it to leave the wooden floors of the room.
Brahmah heads to the captain's cabin, that has already been searched by Zeoll and rummages around. He finds nothing of interest in the room at all, though in one corner he finds a bottle with some foul smelling purplish liquid in it.
Kale continues to watch and wait for the others to make it to the GossamerWing. They have not shown up yet and he is starting to get a little impatient.
Kanchana and Phaerill notice that the deck of the merchant ship is starting to tilt ever so slightly as the ghost ship sinks further into the water.
Solgrin circles the ghost ship looking for anything out of place. He finds nothing of interrest, except that the sharks seem to have abandoned the area.
The chests are each a foot and a half long, half a foot wide and half a foot deep. They have no discernable cracks to indicate a way to open them. They appear to be made of some kind of black wood though with just a glance you are not sure what kind it would be.
Sorry Ceil...all we got was some thunder and lightning and no rain. That is the way of it here lately so I do not think you would have wanted any of that. :)
Zeoll Monday September 12th, 2005 6:51:55 PM
Zeoll sets down his chest and shouts to Kale. "Kale, come quick! We need yourr help opening a chest! This way!"
He leads the rogue to the chest that will not budge.
Then he sings a song to inspire the minotaur with confidence in his chest-opening skills ...
Inspire Competence (Su) A bard of 3rd level or higher with 6 or more ranks in a Perform skill can use his music or poetics to help an ally succeed at a task. The ally must be within 30 feet and able to see and hear the bard. The bard must also be able to see the ally. The ally gets a +2 competence bonus on skill checks with a particular skill as long as he or she continues to hear the bard's music. Certain uses of this ability are infeasible. The effect lasts as long as the bard concentrates, up to a maximum of 2 minutes. A bard can't inspire competence in himself. Inspire competence is a mind-affecting ability.
Toros d20=14 Monday September 12th, 2005 10:05:04 PM
Bringing the chest back to the GossamerWing Toros tries to help Kale to open the chest. (Aid another 14>10, +2 bonus to Kale's skill check)
Then Toros turns his attention to the sinking ship again.
OOC: Dear Jim, there was a pile of people on the ghost ship. Could you tell a bit more about this.
Kale d20+12=21 d20+12=30 d20+12=26 Tuesday September 13th, 2005 6:49:25 AM
not really wanting to go onto the ship, even for treasure, Kale none the less goes over and tries to open the first chest(search for traps chesk of 21, disable device check of 30, oven locks check of 26)
Brahmah Tuesday September 13th, 2005 8:16:43 AM
The minotaur snags the vial of purple fluid and leaves the ship, helping anyone with chests or other bulky loot. "Did anyone find the map? Anyone!?"
Gecktar Tuesday September 13th, 2005 11:40:24 AM "HERE ! This chest is heavier than anything I can carry. I need help to take it back to the Gossamer !"
Gecktar will not stay long near the chest. If nobody comes rapidly he will leave the chest where it is and hurry out of the hold flying if necessary to avoid being catch by the water...
Toros - Tuesday post Wednesday September 14th, 2005 9:31:51 AM
Realizing Gecktar is still in the ghost ship, Toros rushes back to help him.
If they can lift the chest together he will help Gecktar to carry it back.
If not, he will return back to the Gossamer together with Geckar. On the way back, he will stop by to pick up the bows of the skeletons and any other worth-taking stuff that his eyes can catch.
Down, down, down. (DM Jim) Wednesday September 14th, 2005 10:11:22 AM
Zeoll makes it back to the Gossamer with his chest and is quick to bring Kale to the other chest that will not budge. *Spot DC 8 to spot the chest that you layed on the Gossamer deck is now sporting a seem and lock*
Toros makes it back with his chest as well and then moves back on the merchant ship to take in the sinking ghost ship. He notices that is laying rather far in the water now and the deck of the merchant ship is tilted about thirteen degrees with the two ships still attached by boarding planks. The pile of merchant and sailor bodies that you saw earlier, most likely from this very merchant ship, are gone. Thinking back you realize that they melted away about the same time the rest of the ghost ship crew did. A search of the deck of both merchant and ghost ship reveal an assortment of weapons but in no condition to keep. Most are rusted and rotten in so many places that it makes you wonder how they serviced the ghost crew like they did. *Spot DC 12 to spot the chest that you layed on the Gossamer deck is now sporting a seem and lock*
Kale not really liking the idea of going into a ship that is sinking, finds himself doing just that. As he stops by the stuck chest he is struck by the fact that this chest appears to have no seem to open it, no lock to hold it shut and no traps at all. This is an interesting puzzle that he would very much like to have time to examine, but time is of the essence...unless he wants to go down with the ship.
Brahmah calls out to see if anyone had found the map but is met with only the comment about two small chests. Might the map be in one of them and what about that bottle he stashed away.
Gecktar yells for assistance and then Kale is there looking over the chest with a critical eye. Flat-top had also moved back over before Kale had showed up and tried to help Gecktar pick up the chest but even between the two of them it still would not budge. This is the sight that greets Kale as he enters the dry room, two mighty taurs straining to lift a small chest.
Despite the tip of the ship, Kanchana and Phaerill have not moved from thier spots. They watch the ghost ship and the return of everyone from that ship.
Solgrin feels the heaviness coming to his body and lands lightly on the deck of the merchant ship before the spell ends.
NOTE 1) The chests are each a foot and a half long, half a foot wide and half a foot deep. They have no discernable cracks to indicate a way to open them. They appear to be made of some kind of black wood though with just a glance you are not sure what kind it would be.
2) All of you have suddenly felt a lot heavier and if anyone was flying they have a nasty fall in their future.
3) There is about 6 rounds left till the ship totally sinks.
Ceil - Got rain this time around and caught a whole five gallon bucketfull for ya. :) Power went out about eight times yesterday so it was a nice quiet night that you could not even read to entertain yourself.
Brahmah Wednesday September 14th, 2005 10:56:28 AM
"Everyone back to the ship! Its going down."
He looks at the bottle carefully and wonders if he should open it. (What does it look like?)
Zeoll Wednesday September 14th, 2005 11:41:52 AM
A flash of memory illuminates the situation for Zeoll. He hears in his head the words of Captain Dead: "Ifn ya beat me crew, ya also be gettn two of three treasure in me hold."
Zeoll shouts, "We'rre not going to get this thirrd trreasurre. The ship will not give it up. And we don't have time to take it. Let's just prray that what we came forr is in one of the otherr two chests."
Zeoll urges his friends to return to the merchant ship and remove the gang planks binding it to the undead ship. "We must leave herre with two ships! Don't let this victim merrchant ship go down, too." Zeoll works to make sure both mortal ships sail away from this watery graveyard.
Gecktar Wednesday September 14th, 2005 3:15:47 PM
Gecktar looks at Flat-Top and then says we do not have to take this one we must let it in the ship . He then drop the chest and goes back to the Gossamer.
Toros d20=17 Thursday September 15th, 2005 9:17:31 AM
By any means, Toros makes it to the GossamerWing and starts watching the sinking ghost ship, making sure that the ship is not connected to GossamerWing and the Merchant ship any more.
He also spots the lock and stuff on the chest (spot 17>12 DC) Was it there before?!?
Brahmah Thursday September 15th, 2005 2:56:03 PM
Brahmah watches helplessly as the ghost ship sinks.
Kale d20+12=28 Thursday September 15th, 2005 4:07:09 PM
"Ill be damned if I leave without this treasure. You all dragged me over here, now ill find a way to open it." Kale says as he looks for a way to move the chest rather than open it(looking for a trigger or device that may move the chest, search check of 28). as an afterthought, he tells the others "Go back to the other ships. I have a potion that will let me breathe underwater. Ill be ok."
A rogue must go down with the ship. (DM Jim) Thursday September 15th, 2005 9:28:20 PM
All fo the Chosen have made it back to the GossamerWing, well not all. As you look over the chests that have suddenly sprouted locks and the like you seem to have a feeling that something is missing. (spot DC 10 to notice that Kale is missing)
Both of the boarding planks have been removed by the Chosen that leads from the merchant ship to the ghost ship. Now that they are free the merchant ship has come back to it's level position.
Brahmah has once again pulled out the bottle he found in the captain's cabin. It is like most normal bottles that would hold a fine wine. Clear in color is the bottle that allows you to see the liquid inside that sloshes as you move the bottle ever so slightly. A wooden cork is set in the top to hold the contents inside of it and the bottle is still half full or half empty, depending on how you look at it.
Kale meanwhile has stayed in the small lower cabin to have a look at the last chest. He is so engrossed that he does not notice that noone is around to hear him talking. His search turns up nothing that should be holding the chest down. There is no release lever of any kind around nor a button that would do the same thing. Despite pushing, pulling or lifting the chest just refuses to be moved from it's place on the floor. You notice that where the other two chests have been the floor is spotless, even though a thin layer of dust outlines where it once was.
4 rounds of above water ghost ship left, then it sinks
Those on the GossamerWing and Kale on the ghost ship find that thier eyelids are seeming to of gotten heavy. With all that had been going on you find that you want to just fall over and sleep. Yawns start with all those on board the GossamerWing and the full impact of this need is starting to hit hard. (Kale Will DC 14 or fall asleep : Everyone else Will DC 16 or fall asleep, if you happen to notice that Kale is missing than -2 to that check)
Jay B Friday September 16th, 2005 1:00:06 AM
OOC: Umm, call me wrong, but I think Kale (Sam) was infatic about staying OFF the ghost ship in the first place. I believe he's on the Gossemer with everyone else.
Jay B Friday September 16th, 2005 1:02:05 AM
OOC: Oops, nevermind, its seems greed has gotten Kale, again.
Toros d20=7 d20=13 d20=20 Friday September 16th, 2005 1:53:50 AM
"Where is Kale?" Toros asks everyone (spot notices Kale's absence, 12>10, DC)
Resisting to the urge to sleep (23> 16+2, DC) Toros tries to understand where Kale could be and how he can reach there... (wisdom check natural 20) Can Toros still fly to the ship?
Gecktar d20+7=24 Friday September 16th, 2005 3:12:49 AM
Gecktar resist the urge to fall asleep but looking around sees that Kale is still in the Ghost ship.
He turns to Kanchana, and asks "Kanchana, is there anything you can conjure to help Kale in the water ?" Then looking at the Ghost ship "I just hope that he is not imprisoned by the water"
Gecktar looks at the sinking ship powerless. With his armor he will sink like a rock into the water and even without he is not a great swimmer.
Brahmah Friday September 16th, 2005 8:25:51 AM
The minotaur opens the cork and smells the fluid. If there is no odor, he'll ask Kanchana or another Chosen to detect for poisons or the like.
Kale d20+2=7 d20+2=20 Friday September 16th, 2005 8:57:27 AM
with his eyes getting heavy(saving throw of 7, hero pt reroll of 20), Kale decides whatever is in the chest isnt worth it, so he goes back up top and tries to see if his flying is still active, trying to go up, not forward.
Strange Dreams
A New Greenmage
Ghost Ship
Strange Dreams
To dream a little dream about me. (DM Jim) Friday September 16th, 2005 11:39:35 PM
Kale makes it back to the GossamerWing after a little jump that took him to the deck of the ghost ship. Another jump had taken him to the merchant ship and off the sinking ghost ship. Back with his friends he gives a little smirk as if to say...you could never lose me that easy.
It is now that you notice that all the normal crew is fast asleep upon the deck of the GossamerWing. Then it hits you again, that feeling of sleep, and you know that this time you will not be able to fight it off. You fall lightly to the deck of the ship, eyes closing fast to the need to sleep...then the dream starts.
It begins almost with where the last vision left off. Eyes the color of the sea and the sky spring open as the Sleeper awakens. All over the Wold, you see Nature responding. Plants grow, rivers overflow, birds and beasts multiply and spread with alarming swiftness. Your vision seems to whisk across the surface of the Wold and turns due south and picks up alarming speed. The vast ocean flies underneath you and as you rocket upwards a great eruption rips open the land and black ash covers the whole of the Southern continent.
You hear the call of Mountains and across the oceans of the Wold your vision is hurled. Great flocks of birds move across the sky and pull you vision to the west and into the sun. Mountains drop away below and the great grass plains can be seen spreading ever further out. Trees spring forth and with them the Fey themselves. All seem to rejoice and the abundance of all life is nothing short of breathtaking.
The Fey, giddy with joy and a sense of fullfillment, they venture from their normal hiding places and begin to work both mischeif and deeds of love. But it is soon evident they have been away from the Noble races too long, and certain frailties inherent in Men go unseen. The Noble races begin to strike back at what they percieve as acts of agression and war and so the fey begin to work things that go beyond mischeif.
A satyr is born, and you know his name. Ebyron, the Fae King. Centuries ago, he was put to sleep, thought to be too dangerous, too chaotic, too unpredictable to be allowed loose in the Wold. His Queen, Maab, ruled in his stead. But now the Sleeper has been awakened.
A flurry of scenes rush past you. Some seem familiar--you are sure you catch a glimpse of a flooding Endless River and packs of wolves. Most of the scenes make no sense at all.
Then you find yourself in a wooded glade.
Ebyron's smile is both indulgent and condescending. Both emotions fail to register in his handsome eyes, however, as though the eyes know the true odds.
"All this time," he begins, "I knew you'd cling to that crown. My dear Queen, did you think I would not anticipate this? Did you entertain the foolish notion that I would come meekly? Be your puppet?"
The satyr king gives a sharp stamp of his cloven hoof, and nearby branches veer away fearfully, only to return, swooning, as Ebyron stretches wide his arms.
"See the power I have! See nature's love for me! You have neither the right, nor the strength to deny me!" He turns slowly, his arms still outstretched, his fingers beckoning. Energy gathers there at those fingertips - a wisp of flame, a tiny cloud of sand; drops of moisture and the tiniest, perfect little whirlwind.
And with such small gestures, the entire Wold comes to rest - no wind, no rain, no fire, no tremors of earth. The elements gather around their king, cloaking him in a strange mist.
"You want me tame and compliant, my Queen?" his voice cries through the billowing cloud. "Then first, you must catch me."
The blast comes with no warning, bringing with it a power that only Maab could withstand without falling. Across continents, dwindled fires burst to life again, blasting outward. Seas and lakes thrash, the earth quakes, and howling winds tear at everything in their path. Fragments burst from the cloud, being the essence of Ebyron, torn into a multitude of pieces and carried away by the elements.
In moments, it is over. But not before the fae queen has acted swiftly, gathering light into tiny, dazzling stars. "Show me," she urges.
Hot on the heels of the fragments of Ebyron, the stars hurtle outward. "You can't hide," she whispers. "Not from me. Now, show them. Let your own power betray you."
In seconds, each pinpoint of light reaches its destination, and once there, changes trajectory and converges...
A familiar woman's voice speaks out to Brahmah and the rest of the Chosen, "He was to be the King of Nature...but we thought him too wild." You see the sword that you had turned over to the Platinum Dragons standing in the deck of a ship before you. The sword flares with a green light that is blinding to look at and then it cools to a nice blue.
Within the walls of the Cathedral of Light, in the middle of Plateau City, the Room of Artifacts suddenly bursts into life. The source? Ebron's orb, so recently brought back, at great risk and loss of life, from a time gone by. Colors and shapes reflect on the walls, and light surrounding the orb grows outward, becoming the great disks of the Wold. Pin points of brilliance flicker here and there, scattered across the Land. Here lies Ebyron. Here. And here. You feel that he is also very close to you but hidden in a strange way...a way that Fae Queen Maab has not forseen.
Back in the Valley, the Fae Queen Maab uncurled her fingers and looked down into the palm of her hand. Three small acorns lie there, each enscribed with a unique rune - LIVE, SLEEP, DIE.
"The choice you should have made, will now be left to others," she says, her voice tainted with a raw sadness. "Let the runes grow where they may. I have done all I can. I can do no more."
The three acorns drop listlessly from her hand, where the ground swallows them....
The veil lifts and all is becoming light. The dawn has broke and everyone feels refreshed. Lying next to each of you are three acorns. One says LIVE; one says SLEEP; one says DIE. You hear the Queen's voice as if carried on the wind: "Defeat the Avatar, then make your choice."
As the dream fully leaves you and your eyes open you find that you are in a small glade, green with grass. This is strange as you were just on the GossamerWing or at least you believe that you were there. Standing in the ground before you all is the very sword that you gave to the Platinum Dragons. On the wind drifts the smell of sweet things...candies of an unknown kind maybe.
The feeling of awakening from a dream into another dream is all too persistent. Laying on the ground at each of your feet are those exact three acorns you had seen in your dream...each marked with a rune that spells its desire......LIVE....SLEEP....DIE.
Zeoll Sunday September 18th, 2005 3:48:02 PM
Zeoll is enraptured as only a bard can be at a truly epic tale. He concentrates with all his soul to remember and memorize this story, a story that should live on.
And the liontaur gasps as he understands at last -- this is not just a story. As these events come to their conclusion, Zeoll realizes that the Chosen have a role to play as well.
Certain phrases ring home to him with their great importance. The liontaur says them aloud ...
"You want me tame and compliant, my Queen?" his voice crries thrrough the billowing cloud. "Then firrst, you must catch me."
... and this ...
You feel that he is also very close to you but hidden in a strrange way.
... and this ...
"The choice you should have made, will now be left to otherrs ... ... Defeat the Avatarr, then make yourr choice."
Zeoll thinks things over for a minute. Then he draws some conclusions.
"My frriends, look at what we have seen. The Fae King has fled his Queen. He has sent parrts of himself all overr the Wold. One parrt is hiding herre, I think, in this drream-place. The Queen asks us to catch that porrtion of the King and defeat it. And then to choose the King's fate."
"We have been chosen, but not by Domi. This is not ourr god's worrk, but it is a worrthy task nonetheless. Shall we do it, my frriends? Shall we hunt down whateverr of the King is in this place, defeat him, and make a choice?"
"Look, the Queen favorrs us with herr aid. These nuts, this sworrd, arre the tools she gives us to accomplish this task."
Gecktar Monday September 19th, 2005 3:14:10 AM
Gecktar shakes his head while awakening from this strange dream. Then looks around to see that there is no trace of the Gossamer Wing.
He listen at Zeoll's words and realizes that they are true. The Queens has given a task to the Chosen. But beyond the Chosen Gecktar can feel that she gave a task to all those able to fight the Fae King. And if they receive this dream Domi cannot be a stranger to that.
Toros d20=19 Monday September 19th, 2005 8:27:10 PM
Until Toros hears Zeoll's comments, all these dream of dream. reality of dream, dream of reality or whatever do not make sense at all for him. When Zeoll finishes his comments, Toros asks, "Defeat the Avatar? What kind of Avatar would it be, I wonder?..." Then the concerns of the Taur gets a more cheerful tone. "Anyway lets get this sword... What those Platinum Dragons would say to that?! Ha ha!? Not them but Chosen are CHOSEN to use the sword!" Then Toros continues, "But then how will we use the sword, it was given originally to Kanchana... and Kanchana would not have licence to kill, you know what I mean... And, who was talking to us, not Domi for sure!.. Actually that woman's voice was so familiar, who would she be?" (Intelligence or Knowledge check to remember, 19)
Brahmah Monday September 19th, 2005 8:49:47 PM
"Live."
OOC: As a piece of personal information, my father was in a motorcycle wreck and is in critical condition, so I likely won't post much this week.
The path of paths. (DM Jim) Monday September 19th, 2005 10:57:17 PM
The small glade that you are in is surrounded by tree. You can see nothing in the trees or past them as they have almost formed a wall in this dream world. The only way is to take the path, it would seem, that lays before you with the same tall trees edging it.
The sword lays in the middle of your glade suck in the ground point first. You hear no birds or other sounds besides your own breathing. Still you feel there is a presence in this world, maybe not in this glade but further on.
Zeoll seems to speak the truth that you have been given a task by Queen Maab, but the choice is yours as to what to do with the Fae King when you catch him. The idea of defeating the avatar seems to spur some doubt maybe, as you are not even sure what form this avatar will take.
Toros remembers scant tales of Queen Maab but most of them are just rumors he supposes. She is supposedly a Queen of the Fae and lives in a valley hard to get to. Some say that she is guarded by one of each of the different dragons, while others say that she is guarded by illusions and the like that charm and beguile the senses.
Gecktar finds it much as Zeoll has mentioned but figures that Domi has to have a hand in this somewhere if the Chosen are involved.
Brahmah is the only one that seems to have made up his mind already as he holds the LIVE acorn in his hand, sliding the others into a pouch.
The rest of the Chosen are seemingly lost in the absurdity of this situation. The glance around and seem to be wondering where the GossamerWing is at and what they are doing here. It appears that the dream has addled them for the time being.
Jay - Please do what you must with real life. I am of course sorry to hear the news. May god watch over you and yours at this time. Post as you can and if you can. I will make sure that it is noted when Ceil turns in her report for this week.
Gecktar Tuesday September 20th, 2005 2:51:05 AM "Kanchana" he says, "You're the first who wield the sword. And it seems it comes back to you..."
Looking around Gecktar sees now way except the path between the tall trees. [i]"Is everyone safe and allright ? Well, for now, we have no choice to get out of there..." saying that he begin to take the path...
(OOC Sorry Jay to ear about that. Take care of your father)
Kale Tuesday September 20th, 2005 10:15:53 AM
"Im tired of these riddles and messages in our sleep." Kale complains to no one in paticular. "We have better things to do than be pawns. Like working on those treasure chests." then Kale goes over to the 2 chests and begins to examine them while the others try to figure out the message.
Sorry there is no signs of chests or even the GossamerWing itself. No matter how hard you may look or slap yourself to wake up you are stuck here for the time being. :)
Zeoll Wednesday September 21st, 2005 12:20:26 AM
Zeoll asks, "Who will take the sworrd? I cannot use it. Brrahmah? Flat-top? Gecktarr? Kale? Torros?"
The liontaur does not think Solgrin, a mage, or Kanchana, a druid, can use the weapon. By the way, he wonders why Rill has been so quiet? Is she even here in this dream-place?
"Afterr one of us takes the sworrd, let us set a marrching orrderr and starrt down this path."
While otherrs decide on the user of the weapon, Zeoll looks around for any small birds or animals -- robins? chickadees? squirrels? mice? If he finds any creatures he will Speak With Animals to ask them about this place, and if they have seen anyone around.
Zeoll asks Kanchana to ask the trees what they know or have seen.
[OOC: In this dream-place, do we have full hit points and spells and such? Or if we used up spells and HP on the ghost ship, are those still gone?]
Toros Wednesday September 21st, 2005 1:51:04 AM
OOC: Brahmah, hope your father gets well soon. Take care of him and your own self.
Toros waits for Kanchana's response about what to do with the sword. Meanwhile, he cannot help but express his concerns...
"I am not sure about fighting with an avatar that we do not know who it is, what it is. What if it is someone we know, we care about? We have seen Brahmah... He was almost going to meet Gargul and then were taken under the wings of another supernatural force. You can never know what kind of play these Gods want us to take part. I am not sure if I want to interfere into their affairs. And in the dream, the Queen talked about the choice we should have made, which will now be left to others... what was that? I do not remember any choices we were given to choose among... All these still do not make sense... Why the sword was taken from us and then returned to us? What happened to the Platinum Dragons? How are we going to deal with something that what they did was not enough to deal with?? We are Chosen of Domi, not Bronze Dragons or something..."
It seems that Toros is unwilling to act before he finds some more explanations.
The path to.....? (DM Jim) Wednesday September 21st, 2005 6:31:17 PM
Brahmah turns and regards the rest of the Chosen with the knowing nod. "We will move on...see what is to be seen...find this avatar." He does not speculate more as he moves towards the path.
Phaerill has been strangely silent these last few minutes and she does not say anything now as shejust moves to follow along. She silently goes over her own spells wondering if they are enough.
Kanchana shakes her head as the ideas of the sword come up. "I cannot wield it without getting myself into trouble with Mother Wold...Flat-top...why don't you take it." She gives him a smile as she turns to regard the trees, but gets no replies...it is as if they are not real but still real. In fact as she touches one it feels like a tree to her.
Flat-top takes the sword at Kanchana's request and holds it lightly, then swings it to get a feel for the weapon. It is light and moves effortlessly through the air...a good weapon. "As you wish kitten."
Gecktar suggests that they take the path ahead of them, what choices do they seem to have. He also comments about the sword and Kanchana, who says she cannot do anything with it.
Kale had wanted to go back to the chests and work on them but he cannot find them anywhere. In fact the green carpeted grass under his feet are a far cry from the deck of a ship.
Zeoll suggests some ideas for the sword and soon finds that Kanchana has given it to Flat-top to hold...a good idea really. He then looks around to find any type of wildlife but finds nothing at all. The only thing he finds are trees, which he finds out from Kanchana are not speaking or cannot speak.
Toros is worried about taking on an avatar they know nothing about. He would so like to have more information, but where would he find it. There is nothing around but trees and they do not talk to Kanchana. No animals for Zeoll to talk to as well, so this is not looking to be an easy one.
Solgrin just shrugs as the others start to move down the path. He takes up a spot near the center of the group as he does not want to be in danger, but still support the group as a whole.
The path is only about twenty feet along and then it opens into another large gladed area. You notice a river running through it, about fifteen feet across, with three logs going across. The logs seem to have been flattened to make bridges and the are about three feet wide. There are three larger trees growing here that are not part of the wall and you get the feeling that something is watching you.
Echoeing through this glade you hear a voice speak up. "She sent you to find me...but what is you purpose...LIVE...SLEEP...or DIE for me?" You can see nothing around at this time that would indicate the location of said speaker. "Do we parlay or do we go straight to the battle?" Then as if out of thin air five leprchauns appear on the other side of the glade past the bridges. "The acorn is in your court...but you cannot use them yet." The smile on all five faces tells you that the game may have just begun.
Hit points are back to full, but your spells are strangly still missing from the ghost ship battle.
I figure that marching order will put Brahmah and Flat-top in the front. Mostly the casters in the middle with Kale maybe bringing up the rear or some other slightly combat oriented person to cover their tails. This is of course just an idea of my own. :)
I will be needing a reply to my email as well that everyone should have gotten. This will help out greatly though I am not sure how those missing people will end up voting. I will need to talk to Jerry but I need roleplayers right now. :)
These posts here for Brahmah, Phaerill, Flat-top, Kanchana and Solgrin are to be counted as Tuesday posts. I will be doing the posting for them till I get someone willing from the game.
Zeoll Wednesday September 21st, 2005 10:07:17 PM
The liontaur calls out, "I am a prriest of Domi and a drruid, and I would speak with you. If you arre the same perrson who has helped us in ourr rrecent jourrneys, then we should speak. Must therre be a battle between us?"
"We arre loverrs of the Wold and all naturre in it."
Gecktar Thursday September 22nd, 2005 2:56:01 AM
Gecktar looks to Zeoll and one more time admires his true words.
"Many wars will be ended if each side was able to spaek freely and understand the other side. Before chosing battle, maybe could we find an arrangement that suit both parties."
"As said my friend our commitment is to Domi and the way Wold is going. We have no grief about you."
"Let start to explain what you want of the Wold and what we want about it. I think harmony is still a viable solution."
Kale Thursday September 22nd, 2005 6:58:08 AM
Kale just stands there and looks at who Zeoll is talking to, waiting for the outcome and seeing if his steel will be needed.
Toros Thursday September 22nd, 2005 8:13:26 PM
While the conversation continues, Toros tries to remain calm, still feeling uncomfortable with what is going on. He is on total defense against any action that could come from the leprchauns.
The Choice. (DM Jim) Thursday September 22nd, 2005 10:44:48 PM
Brahmah keeps his eyes looking around for trouble as he lets Zeoll talk. His own hands never stray too far from his weapons. For once he does not want to have to fight if possible.
Flat-top lets the sword dip to the ground as he also listens. Right now he sees nothing to be alarmed about, but you can tell he is ready for trouble.
Phaerill stays back and mentally goes over the spells she has at her hands. These magical creatures could really cause a problem she knows...if they want to.
Solgrin is busy trying to decide on his course of action to really care about what is going on. He does listen though as he wants to see what this avatar, if that is what they are, have to say.
Kanchana is stunned to see that the avatar, well maybe, is a group of leprechauns. She figures they are one of natures creatures but she maybe was hoping for something more.
Zeoll moves forward and tries to get the creature to talk to them and avoid a fight.
Gecktar is quick to try and lay to rest any doubts the Fae King may have about them. He is not sure if it worked but it is worth a try.
Kale tenses and keeps himself ready, knowing that at any moment his blades maybe needed.
Toros falls into a defensive position as he tries to remain calm. He is not really succeeding too well on being calm...this is an avatar after all.
The five little leprechauns start to glow and then they flow into one another, forming a larger being. With a tip of his hat he disappears as well and you are left looking at empty air. Then from a tree behind you, you hear a voice...the voice that actaully spoke to you earlier. "I will take you at your word...I am through with fighting and if you want to kill me so be it." You notice that on the branch is a two foot tall leprechaun, larger than he should be really, that hops down to the ground. "I admit that I woke up grumpy and in that nature has fed off my more chaotic feelings...many bad things have happened and for that...well..." He leaves it hanging as he looks to each of you in turn. "Many turned against me when Queen Maab and the rest imprisoned me to sleep...my own druids did not help me...well at least most did not...then they did not try to raise me once I was asleep." He paces as he runs over past events and then stops turning and puts his hands behind his back. "So be it...cast your vote...hurl you acorns at me as she has deemed you worthy to choose my fate." He stands stock still as Brahmah throws the first acorn at his feet that rolls up to touch his booted foot. It reads....LIVE.
With so many not posting regularly I am moving this along a little faster than normal. I will have to see what is to be done with some of the voting, but those that are posting please cast your vote. This will lead to some down time and the opening of those chests. I will be awarding XP and people should start thinking of Hero Points as I will be sending out an email on this and voting will begin. :)
Gecktar Friday September 23rd, 2005 3:04:10 AM "There is not doubt that you have your place in this Wold as any of us. But there is no doubt that you can't continue to spread havoc among the liing like you've done before. Just temper your mood, find you place by accepting followers that freely come to you but do not force them to get to you."
"I think that you chaotic nature can be of some use in this Wold, just think about those that suffer from it."
"Think about it as a second chance as many people seek your death and if one had put you to sleep, I fear that another can do it one more time"
An instant, Gecktar plays with the three accorns in his hand then select one and send it at the feet of the leprechaun. Everyone can see what is written...
...LIVE
(edited by Cayzle to fix italic tags)
Zeoll Friday September 23rd, 2005 7:32:48 PM
The liontaur is interested in what this person has to say. "What exactly do these choices mean?" he asks. "Who is this Queen Maab? Arre you the Fae King? Who arre we to pick yourr fate? What will happen forr each choice?"
"If you don't mind me saying so, but the Fae Folk arre known forr theirr ... um ... jokes and ... trricks. Is this like that? Arre you going to offerr us a pot of gold if we pick LIVE?"
Toros Friday September 23rd, 2005 10:06:35 PM
"Sorry but I do not want to choose, unless I understand what the consequences of each choice will be. Live, die, sleep but for who, for what? The wold is fighting against the Fey King or what he has caused recently. Which choice is the one that would end the fight, the sorrows it caused, for good for all??... Will the choice we make affect the fate of whole Wold? This is something I do not understand, as well. How is eight Taur's decision is going to change something for all Woldians?... Won't the choice we make affect the fate of whole Wold? This is also a great responsibility... Waking up the sleeper was the choice of some woldians that has had consequences for all. Now making the awaken sleep, die, or live may have much bigger consequences. I do not understand why we are chosen for such an important task for everyone??... Right or wrong, elves awaken the sleepers. We are taurs, how would our choice be representative of all races?... Neither Elves nor Taurs should have the right to decide on behalf of others, unless there is a good reason for this.... Toros, Chosen of Domi, thinks in this way..."
Toros - OOC Friday September 23rd, 2005 10:09:54 PM
Could you please edit my post and change "for who, for what" at the second sentence as "for who, for whom, for what"
Thank you!!
Flat-top Saturday September 24th, 2005 9:26:48 AM
With the Sword pointing to the ground, in one hand. Flat-top throws the Live Acorn, with his other hand. But his attention is on this Little People every move.
Fae decision and talk. (DM Jim) Saturday September 24th, 2005 10:04:27 PM
Brahmah holds his position having already cast his vote.
Flat-top throws his own acorn at the avatars feet...the LIVE rolling to face up.
Gecktar is mulls it over and then tosses the LIVE acorn down to stop at the avatar's feet as well.
Zeoll questions the avatar as to what the acorns mean and some other questions. He decides to hold off on his vote till he has a few more answers.
Toros wants to get some more information as well till he will cast his vote for the avatar.
Phaerill, Kanchana, Kale and Solgrin stand off to the side right now not sure of what decisions they will make...maybe none.
The avatar nods in understanding as he looks down at the acorns already at his feet. As he shifts the foot near the acorns you notice that they are stuck to his foot and move with it. "In many ways I did make a decision...I wanted to stay alive and awake as well...but once again I was deemed too chaotic to be here. Queen Maab was to be my partner in working with nature as it naturally listens to us. We were to bring about the fullfillment of nature and its growth." His face falls as he recalls his long sleep. "But I made some wrong choices along the way and supported Gargul at the time...I did not realize till later that I was doing something bad...then it was too late." He smiles as he looks to each Chosen in turn. "Yes I am the Fae King or at least a part of him...even now other adventureing groups are facing off against me...deciding my fate." He takes a seat upon the ground and you notice that the acorns already near his foot are attached to the shoe that is crossed over his other leg. "As to the decisions that you make...that is an easy one. If I live then nature will flourish as will all fae type creatures. If I am killed than nature will be stunted and cities will flourish, moving further into the wildlands. If I go back to sleep then nature and cities will fight as normal for all they get." He looks to Toros and nods his head in understanding. "It has been deemed that many adventureers will decide my fate...not only you Chosen are choosing...some have already done so." His shoulders shrug as he looks to the acorns on his shoe and touches them lightly. "If you do not vote then you have made a choice...the others will make the decision without you and you will not have a say." He looks back up to hold your eyes. "It will mean that you will have to abide by the decision made...knowing that you have done nothing to alter it if the decision is not to your liking." He closes his eyes, sighs and then seems to fall into himself once again. "I offer no tricks and there will be no bribes for your votes...let your hearts and minds decide."
Brahmah (Jay B) Sunday September 25th, 2005 4:00:19 AM
OOC: Sorry guys and gals, things in real life hit fast in the last two weeks. I will return to a regular schedule around the 1st of October.
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Sunday September 25th, 2005 8:01:35 AM
The young centaur rears a stamps her hooves. Her mouth turns down into a pouting frown.
"I think Toros is right. Why are we responsible for plotting the fate of millions all over the Wold? Why is it up to groups?" Rill crosses her arms over her chest while her front hooves prance in agitation.
"If such a dire sentence of death has been placed on your head, then you must have done something wrong this time too. What have you done this time? Why should we have you if you always make bad mistakes? And why should we trust you if even your wife does not?"
"I've half a mind to say 'Die' just to balance things out." The young centaur trots around in a tight circle. "Tell us," she demands.
Gecktar Monday September 26th, 2005 12:37:06 PM
Gecktar has made his own choice, he wait for the other to do the same.
Zeoll Monday September 26th, 2005 4:46:38 PM
"I am willing to cast a vote forr Atonement." He offers that acorn to the leprechaun.
Brahmah (Ceil is subing) and Flat-top Monday September 26th, 2005 6:53:02 PM
Both Brahmah and Flal-top turn and face Zeoll. In unison they both ask Zeoll "ATUNENENT?? Music and singing??"
They both look at each other, Both shake their heads. But Brahmah mutters "Tell me I didn't hear that!!"
Zeoll Monday September 26th, 2005 7:09:36 PM
OOC: Ceil, it is SO good to have you back. You always make me smile!
Zeoll smiles and answers his friends. "Surre! Why not! If you can sing and dance, you can't be all bad! Therre should be morre music in this Wold!"
Toros Monday September 26th, 2005 7:45:47 PM
Encouraged by Phaerill's additional support Toros doesnot give up so easily: "Of course I am going to make my decision, but after receiving some more satisfactory replies from your side. How will you guarantee that there will not be any more rabbits hunting down bears, birds flying backwards, strange weather conditions and so on. Why did they happen at the first hand, aren't you responsible for these? What were these strange stuff to do with Gargul, just becoming a scapegoat for all the troubles you have caused?? If not, give a better explanation to re-earn my trust on you and the nature. Lets be fair to each other... We need Gods and supernatural powers for believing, and YOU need US for our believes... If we do not have faith in you, you do not exist anymore for us, whether you sleep, die or live...
The decision. (DM Jim) Monday September 26th, 2005 11:02:38 PM
Another acorn is at his foot now where he sits. He looks to the remaining two taurs that hold out and shakes his head. "You want to hear that I did bad things in the past to justify my death or sleep. You want promises that I will do nothing in the future that will harm anyone. Do you really understand nature? Do you know what she is capable of?" The leprchaun holds both Rill and Toros's eyes as he stares hard at them. "Yes I pushed the boundries of nature when I awoke...yes I made poor decisions...yes I was responisble for the deaths of many of the Wolds inhabitants." Tears form in his eyes that he brushes away quickly. "Do I regret anything that I have done...yes and no...I lashed out in anger at the failings of many of my druids...they were to protect the land and allow it to flourish...some did and others did not. I may not have been directly responsible for some of what happened...nature feeds off of my feelings and I was mad...did I have a right to be mad...I say yes...my birthright was taken from me...I was stuck in a box more or less...I was cut off from the very thing that I hold most dear." He looks to each of you in turn and then shakes his head. "Do you know that feeling...have you every once lost your abilities for say a month...have you been unable to touch the thing that means the most to you...to feel that you are less than you originally were?" His face clouds over with pain.
"To answer you other question...I made a mistake and listened to Gargul once...I fed souls into monsters...I did a very bad thing...yes I should have been punished." His eyes harden as he continues to glare. "Once shown the error and if I had been allowed to atone...I was given no choice in the matter. Struck down and layed low by my own Queen...how much good has she been doing with nature lately...does she do anything to help nature flourish...does she hold cities to the need to expand but with care." His eyes almost shut as his anger rises and you see the trees sway in his presence. "One city...the Floating City is constantly being seen as a threat to the woods near it...they seek to expand but they do not stop to learn of the woods...what has been done to bring this place to such unrest...and now with my anger unleashed as I was awakened that very forest has lashed out." His eyes once again seem haunted and he shakes his head. "There is ancient evil there that is for sure and much of my control is lost to that place...maybe it will rest if I am put to sleep...maybe I could get it to rest if I stay awake...but I will tell you know, nature will never be the same if I die." His eyes flash but he makes no move to stand. "You ask for the truth and I give it as best I can...I am split apart now to dodge my own Queen...I am even less powerful than I once was." He looks to Toros with a shake of his head. "Nature is different than a god...they do need your faith but nature is eternal...I just give her power sort of a greater warden for her...that which is called Mother Wold does not true faith to keep her going...she can be killed and in so doing you will kill yourselves...she is the plants and animals of the Wold...she is the dirt and rocks...the water and even the fires that burn upon her surface...even without me she would go on but weakened by my death." With several more tears running down his face he looks to the dream ground. "At least in my sleep she would have a chance...I may awaken one day and be allowed to bring her to her glory...I will say no more...decide my fate now...I grow weary of the game."
Brahmah(sub Ceil) Tuesday September 27th, 2005 9:03:19 AM
Brahmah being an old salt of a sailor, does not trust the Fae King. Too many me's, mine and trust me this one more time.
So Brahmah replies to his tale of woe, "Sir! That is the point, the Death of many Woldians. You have to pay for that. As for Nature, we do respect her. She feeds us, makes sure that we can clothe ourselves. She grown trees to keep us warm. We could not do with out her, ask any woldian here."
Flat-top Tuesday September 27th, 2005 9:07:38 AM
Flat-top listens, then tell all "Well! I agree with the Captain."
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Tuesday September 27th, 2005 10:55:34 AM
Rill calms a bit, though her arms remain crossed as the leprechaun rambles through its story with tears and sentiment for all.
"I think Brahmah's right," Rill says at last. "You have to be responsible. And it looks like you've had two chances already, and each time you've made mistakes that have taken people's lives."
"Now, it seems to me, that since you can't seem to be responsible for this, that responsibility has fallen to us." The young centaur wrinkles her nose as she thinks on the implications of her own words. "That's a pretty big responsibility," she says at last. "And you've already caused such problems, not once, but twice. With this responsibility, I can't take a chance, especially with someone who thinks this is a game."
Paerill's face forms into a mask of determination. "I say Die," she says, and that is that.
Zeoll Tuesday September 27th, 2005 6:15:03 PM
Zeoll pauses, looking at Rill, then says to the avatar, "You have done no harrm to me orr mine, norr to any Taurr of whom I know. I hope the Wold will not lose the rrichness of yourr prresence in it."
Then, bowing before the avatar, Zeoll says, "May I ask forr yourr blessing, yourr Majesty?" The liontaur takes from his pack a length of entangling vine, picked in the village of witches, and still green and healthy with his druidic tending. He winds it on his head like a wreath.
"The motherr of this vine entrrapped me, but in the end we made ourr peace and became allies. I hope it can be a symbol of the way that people arre nurrturred and entangled with naturre."
If the avatar seems willing, Zeoll will kneel and bow his head for a blessing.
Toros Tuesday September 27th, 2005 8:08:02 PM
I do not BELIEVE I am in a position to make you live or die. The best would be to let you sleep AGAIN. Nature should be able to do well even without your presence. If you SLEEP, sweet dreams...
The acorn is cast. (DM Jim) Tuesday September 27th, 2005 11:47:31 PM
With the last two having decided, the last two acorns land at the avatar's feet and adhere to them. He looks up and nods his head. "Maybe it will be for the best then...remember though...if I sleep I will be back one day...awakened by someone." He stands the acorns still attached to his foot. "Maybe that time I will be able to be truely of help then."
The dream starts to fade and green penetrates your eyes. As it slowly fades out to nothing you all find yourselves laying or standing on the deck of the GossamerWing. Most of the crew is laying on the deck seeming to be in a deep sleep. It is with alarm that you notice that Kanchana and Solgrin are not around on the deck with you.
The two chest stand some feet away having not been disturbed but nothing else moves. From the lower deck appears Master Grith who smiles lightly at the lot of you. "Seems you had more than one thing to do this day." His eyes cloud over as he stares out to the sea and he then shakes his head. "Many great things are happening around us and we are being drawn into them." He says no more as he stands near the railing and stares out to sea some more.
Till I get a definite answer from Jerry, Eunice and Dominic have resigned from the game. I have removed their characters from the game but if you dare to ask you may find where they have went. Thier characters that is.
Gecktar Wednesday September 28th, 2005 3:38:00 AM
Gecktar open his eyes andthen shakes his head. Defenitively strange things are happening here. This was just a dream and all Chosen voted...
Turning his head he sees that two Chosen are missing. He stands up trying to see them.
"Anyone sees Solgrim or Kanchana ?"
Kale Wednesday September 28th, 2005 6:56:18 AM
awaking from the dream, Kale looks around and says "I guess they are still in the vision. I guess they didnt want to leave."
Brahmah (sub Ceil) Wednesday September 28th, 2005 9:07:16 AM
Brahmah awakens and makes sure that every body is all right. "Yes! Solgrim and Kanchana was in the dream, they should be around here some where? Flat-top, go and take a good look around. See if you can fing them, if you come up empty. Then Kale is right, they'll be in the vision."
Flat-top Wednesday September 28th, 2005 9:13:38 AM
Flat-top wakes up from he dream, very thing and every one seem alright. When he get his orders to serch the ship for lovely Kanchana and scroll worn Solgrim.
"OK! Will do." Answers Flat-top.Off he goes.
Toros Wednesday September 28th, 2005 10:04:50 AM Would it mean that they also prefer to sleep and dream silently comments Toros about the absence of Solgrin and Kanchana.
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Wednesday September 28th, 2005 10:45:38 AM
Two of the Chosen gone! Rill wheels about searching the deck to make sure that this is not a simple oversight.
"You don't suppose the Leprechaun took them, do you?" she asks.
Rest and relaxation. (DM Jim) Thursday September 29th, 2005 12:07:46 AM
Gecktar is the first to wake and he is quick to note that Solgrin and Kanchana are missing. He asks if anyone has seen them as the others wake slowly.
Kale wakes as well and comes to the only conclusion that seems to present itself to them. They must have stayed behind, then his eyes stray to the two chests that sit on the deck of the ship.
Brahmah wakes and goes about his usual thing, making sure that everyone is ok. He also notes that Solgrin and Kanchana are missing so orders a search of the ship.
Flat-top snaps to his given duties as he comes awake. He is soon searching for the two missing taurs all over the ship. He finds no sign of them what-so-ever and is a little disappointed.
Toros comments without even really thinking that he was speaking out loud. Could they have wanted to stay behind and sleep...could they have not wanted to wake from the dream?
Phaerill wheels about searching the deck and comes to the conclusion that this might be a trick of the leprechaun avatar that they just met.
Master Grith comes closer and lays a hand gently upon Brahmah's arm. "I did not see them below when I came up." He looks to each of the other Chosen and then nods his head. "My magic cannot be used to help you in your chosen mission...but I could check on your two friends." His face is passive as he suggests this as he did not want to really mention his restrictions.
The rest of the crew are slowly coming too as well. Captain Lira stands slowly and yawns as she looks to the Chosen. "Come on ladies...lets get out of here...back to South Harbor for now." She looks to the Chosen and Brahmah for a brief minute to see if anyone has a problem with this idea.
The merchant ship is soon manned or womaned by part of the GossamerWing crew and sailing as well. It follows slowly behind the GossamerWing but does not fall behind. You can tell that it is a craft built for speed and not combat.
Zeoll Thursday September 29th, 2005 12:08:54 AM
The liontaur shakes his head as the avatar ignores Zeoll's final request, and as two of the Chosen do not reappear. He wonders if he chose correctly.
But he sees that the party has returned, and that means the map to the Black Sword is at hand -- he hopes!
"Kale, old frriend, please put yourr grreat talents to worrk at last! Herre are the two chests that need opening!"
The liontaur takes out his drums and beats a soft rhythm to help Kale concentrate -- Bardic Inspire Competence gives Kale a +2 on search, unlock, and disable device rolls.
Cayzle OOC Thursday September 29th, 2005 12:10:56 AM
Gosh Darn It! The DM beat me posting by 68 seconds!
:-)
Kale d20+14=31 d20+14=28 d20+14=29 d20+14=18 d20+10=18 d20+10=26 Thursday September 29th, 2005 6:55:31 AM
"Yeah, look for them." Kale says to the captain as he remembers the chests and walks over to them. once there he begins to examine them and try to open them(search for traps roll of 31 and 28, disable device of 29 and 18, open locks of 18 and 26)
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Thursday September 29th, 2005 10:41:03 AM
In her hair, blows the wind of their passage as the ships cut through the water to adventures beyond.
"Yes, please," she calls out to Grith, "I'd like to know whether Solgrin and Kanchana are safe or not."
[OoC: Jim, any chance of getting that Character Sheet? I'm flying blind here. I'm not even sure what Class Phaerill is. Though I suspect from earlier descriptions, that it's Sorcerer.]
Toros d20=6 Thursday September 29th, 2005 12:19:48 PM
Toros tries to help Kale for the opening of the chests, but it seems he does not really understand good enough about lock and seem stuff. (Aid Another check, 6<10, DC)
Flat-top Thursday September 29th, 2005 1:10:51 PM
Flat-top serches the ship high and low, No Solgrim and No Kanchana. With a heavy heart he returns to the reast of the crew and Captain Brahmah. Flat-top makes his report, "Captain Lera! Captain Brahmah! The Centaur and the female Wemic are no where on board!"
Flat-top goes to stand next to Zeoll, and whispers "Gee! I kind of like that Cat-Fillie!"
Brahmah (sub Ceil) Thursday September 29th, 2005 1:15:23 PM
Brahmah tell Flat-top. "No where on board? Huh! Thank you any way." Then turn his attention to Kale by the Chests "Be very careful, Friend Kale!" then watches him go to work on the chests.
Gecktar Thursday September 29th, 2005 3:29:51 PM
Gecktar come close to Kale and cast detect magic to see if there is anything magical in the chests
Zeoll Thursday September 29th, 2005 7:26:37 PM
Zeoll nods at Flat-top's words. "Yes, I will miss Kanchana and Solgrrin also. They werre noble and trrue taurrs. My hearrt tells me that they arre in no lasting dangerr, and if Domi smiles, may it be that we will meet them again."
Just deserts. (DM Jim) Thursday September 29th, 2005 10:37:18 PM
Zeoll sits and beats out a cadence on his drums. He is aiding in the opening of the two chests by Zeoll and is lucky that he is done soon as his beat is broken. In his head he hears laughter and the light touch of something nature related. "For you and your honor to nature." The laughter tells him that he was not forgotten and he soon notices that ever so slightly his wreathe has gotten heavier.
Kale is soon working on the chests and finds them of no challenge...he would have thought this harder than it actually was. As he throws back the lid of the first chest he finds laying in the bottom a single platinum piece. The other chest is identical to this one and in the bottom lays a single platinum piece.
Phaerill is quick to take up Master Grith on his offer to scry out thier lost two companions. She is obviously worried about them.
Toros had come over to help out Kale with his opening of the chest but his constant prattle does little...it is distracting though.
Flat-top comes back to report that he has found nothing at all. It appears that Kanchana and Solgrin are missing from the ship totally...nowhere to be found.
Brahmah shakes his head a little worried but his concern turns to Kale as he applies his skills to the chests. He absently wonders where his two missing Chosen could be, but he turns to those that are still here first.
Gecktar pulls up next to Kale and casts a single spell to help him detect magic. Unfortunately for him he is nearly blinded or maybe he is by the sudden flare of power and light as the chests are opened. *Will DC 20 ro be blinded for 1d4+1 rounds*
Master Grith smiles as he looks to Phaerill and then nods. "I will need a large bowl...maybe bronze or the like and filled with clear water...it is important that it is as clear as possible." He seats himself upon the deck of the ship, leaning against the large mast. He slowly prepares himself to cast the simple spell that is asked for. Arcane power and words flow from his lips but he holds the last till he gets the bowl. "Anyone interested may sit and look into the bowl...just do not disturb the surface when it is placed." His face composes as he calms himself.
Al - On its way tonight...sorry.
Kale Friday September 30th, 2005 9:14:48 AM
a little annoyed by everyone trying to "help" him, Kale says "Back off a bit. Ive done this before." once he's got them open, he looks at the contents and says "It took 2 of us to carry these chest. somethings not right."
Brahmah (Sub Ceil) Friday September 30th, 2005 11:16:24 AM
Brahmah looks into both chest and wishes that Solgrim was here to cast a few spell of his own. But to Kale, he tell him "I think your right! There IS something that's not quit right?"
Flat-top Friday September 30th, 2005 11:22:01 AM
Flat-top pats Kale shoulder, then moves up to see into the chest. But when Master Grith call for a bowl of water, he want to see this, so he moves to look into the bowl (when it get here.)
Gecktar Friday September 30th, 2005 11:26:09 AM
Gecktar land a hand on the shoulder of Kale... "Maybe we could sell the chests", he says to disapointed Kale.
Seeing that Girth is going to do some divination he come close to him so as to see what's happening...
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Friday September 30th, 2005 12:15:52 PM
Rill watches with interest as Master Grith goes about his peparations. When he is finished, she pokes her nose forward, peering into the bowl.
Chests and divination. (DM Jim) d20+7=8 d4+1=3 Saturday October 1st, 2005 6:17:35 PM
Kale is annoyed with all the help and barks for some of them to leave him alone. He gets the chests open and is surprised...how did it take some many to carry these chests. It is a total let down really.
Brahmah steps over to check upon the chests not liking the reaction of Kale. He looks into the chests and shakes his head. He agrees that something is not right.
Flat-top comes over and almost laughs. He does try to comfort Kale a little with a hand on the shoulder. He then goes over to check out this dinination.
Gecktar suggests that they sell the chests in a way of making Kale feel better. Just as he is about to turn and go to check upon the divination his spell centers upon the chests and he lets out a scream of pain as he wipes his eyes. He finds that he cannot see at all...he has been blinded by the magic in the chests. (3 minutes worth of blindness)
Phaerill keeps her mind on the divination that is going to go on. She is interested in this type of stuff...her wizard side coming out.
Zeoll finds that eight berries have grown on his wreath when the voice had spoken to him. Each is a perfect little round blue berry.
Toros finds himself moving over to sit upon the deck of the ship as best he can near Master Grith. He watches and waits.
A shiny silver bowl is brought out and set upon the deck of the ship near Master Grith by one of the crew. She then pours water into the bowl filling it up to almost the top. The water is a clear as you could want.
Master Grith smiles as he pulls the bowl close and waits for the water to settle. As he calms his mind the water finally settles and he intones the last word of his spell. The water in the bowl swirls slowly and then gains speed as you stare on. Finally it seems to stop of its own accord and in the bowl you see the images of Kanchana and Solgrin, in good shape but in a city that you are not sure of. Rubble lays around them and vines seem to have grown across the streets. Master Grith lays his hand inches from the water and then lifts it up a good six inches and the image seems to draw back showing more of the scene. You can tell now that many buildings are in ruin here and the streets are choked with vines. Several landmarks can be seen in the background and they seem familiar to some of you. Wis or Int DC 10 to realize this is The Floating City that you see.
Al - Phaerill is a fighter/wizard if I remember correctly. I was sure that I had a CS but cannot find it. I am going to get a new copy from Jill...if she is able.
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Saturday October 1st, 2005 9:08:51 PM
Phaerill frowns, her mouth turning down into a pout.
"That place looks awful." One front hoof paws the deck reflexively in agitation. "Are you sure it wasn't the Leprechaun that took them? Look at all those vines."
"Grith!" an idea comes to the young centaur, "can we send magic through your divination? Maybe a Message spell. So that we know they're alright."
Zeoll d20+3=15 d20+6=16 Saturday October 1st, 2005 10:13:00 PM
Zeoll looks at his wreath with wonder. He eats a berry.
The liontaur also watches the divination with keen interest. This is a wonder to him, and it resonates in his mind and soul. To be able to see for off ... to know that which was unknown.
The liontaur's heart feels a tug, and he wants to know more.
As he looks at the scene, he recognizes the Float.
"Now I underrstand," Zeoll says. "Domi in his grrace, orr the Fae King in his merrcy, has sent Solgrrin and Kanchana to the city in which we left the Childrren. Surrely it is a good idea to check on them. My mind is eased at this."
"Thank you, Masterr Grrith! Yourr news is most welcome!"
"And could you talk with me, later, when you have a moment? I would like to learrn morre about yourr divinations."
Then the liontaur notes that the magic of the chests has blinded Gecktar. He leads his friend to a safe place to sit down and recover. He asks Gecktar, "Was it the chests that arre magic, or the coins?"
"Clearrly, these chests, and these coins, are not ordinarry. We have to figurre out this puzzle."
Zeoll looks at the coins in the chest. What nation minted them? What words are on them? If there are signs or sigils, Zeoll will cast Comprehend Magic and Read Magic to make up for his illiteracy, and look them over -- at least the sides that are facing up.
Finally, he wonders if he ever heard of such a thing in a story or a song. [Bardic Lore check 16]
Gecktar Sunday October 2nd, 2005 6:07:13 AM "Aahhh !" this cry of pain punctuates the move of his hands on his eyes. "Damned ! They said it during my first years in the temple. Those cantrips can be dangerous when used on potent magic."
Gecktar seat down on the deck so as to not loose his balance and with his hands on his eyes wait a moment to see if there is some improvement in his sight. But for now a black veil forgive him to see anything.
Flat-top d20+1=11 Sunday October 2nd, 2005 8:50:45 AM
OOC: Flat-top gets a 11 for wis. he fails LOL!
Flat-top Look into the water and sees Kanchana. "OH! There she is! She'll take care of those thorny plants. Look over there just going behind the building, there is Solgrim." He turns to Zeol, asking "You reconise that place? Are you sure it's the Flloat?? Domi sent them to protect the children?? Well now I fell better."
Flat-top jumps a little as Gecktar get's a flask back on his magic, He ask his friend "Are you All right??"
Zeoll Sunday October 2nd, 2005 9:15:26 AM
"Oh, yes, Flat top, you arre wise! That's why Solgrin and Kanchana have been sent to the Float! Rrememberr? Solgrrin lives therre. That's wherre we met him. He will be a good guide forr Kanchana. And of courrse, now that she is a grreenmage, Kanchana will be able to talk to those plants and get that place strraightened out."
"I just hope that they get theirr job done fast, and rreturrn to us as soon as they can."
Kale Monday October 3rd, 2005 9:44:18 AM
"Surely that coin cant weight that much. Lets find out." Kale says as he reaches into one of the chests and picks up the coin there
Flat-top Monday October 3rd, 2005 5:52:47 PM
Flat-top fells a whole lot better, now that he know where Kanchana and Slogrim. His back was to the flash of light, he turns to see Gecktar rubbing his eyes. "What was that??" he ask, just in time to see Kale going to put his hand into the chest!! "Kale! Not With Your Hand! here try moving it with an arrow!" Flat-top hand Kale an arrow.
The secret. (DM Jim) Monday October 3rd, 2005 9:30:27 PM
Phaerill asks if it is possible to send a message to the Chosen in the Float. She is not certain it is possible but if anyone would know it should be Master Grith.
Zeoll is able to tell that the coins are of ancient make...maybe worth a lot more than the platinum that they appear to be. With a start he notices that the coin in the left chest is a perfect image of himself looking up at him. The other chest shows something different, it is his hindquarters staring back up at him.
Gecktar's cry of pain is cut off soon after by the realization that he cannot see. He attempts to sit down as best he can and kicks over the left chest as he does.
Flat-top is overjoyed to note that Kanchana as well as Solgrin are ok. He finds that they are in the Float, the very place they left their charges.
Kale has already reached into the right chest before the comment from Flat-top registers. His hand is stoped before it gets too far in, accompanied by the jingle of coins coming together. Then the other chest is kicked over and he stares in wonder.
Brahmah is busy studying the bowl that Master Grith is at. He silently thanks Domi for his wisdom in sending two of the Chosen to protect the kids.
Toros is also seated near the bowl but he has fallen asleep. A light snore can be heard from him as his head bobs.
Master Grith purses his lips as he considers and then nods his head. "It is possible but I could not be certain they would recieve the message...the distance is the main problem." He then starts into another chant that ends with him laying a finger lightly against the water, a single ripple appears. "What is it you would say...it must be short and spoken into the bowl."
The left chest tips over and pours a good amount of coins across the deck of the ship. Some other items also fall out as you stare at it with interest. Kale finds his hand in contact with more coins in the right chest. Then you notice a scroll case come rolling out of the left chest and bounce across the deck, it is heading for the railing and the sea beyond *Dex DC 13 to catch it or Tumble DC 15 to get in front of it*.
Chosen - With your next post please add your XP at the end of your post. I am checking my own records and have not entered in your Hero Point awards.
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Monday October 3rd, 2005 11:16:34 PM
Rill moves her face up close to the water. Now that she has the chance to say something, all of her ideas vanish. She doesn't know what to say.
"Hello ... Solgrrin? Kanchana? Are you alright? If you need us, we're here." Phaerill pulls back, embarrassed at how inane her words sound.
"You know this place?" she asks Zeoll. "You sure, they'll be alright?"
Then the tinkle of coins breaks the moment. Rill says a quick and private good by to Solgrin and Kanchana before turning to the mayhem of the chests. Across the deck skitters something small, rolling to a watery grave.
It's normally a silly little cantrip, but in this case, it just fits the bill. Rill weaves her hands and stabs a finger at the rolling scroll case, attempting to lift it up into the air.
(Cast Mage Hand)
Gecktar Tuesday October 4th, 2005 4:40:55 AM
Still blind Gecktar sees nothing of what's happening around him and try to stay calm. He doesn't move.
(OOC : 18,350 XP need 21,000 for next level)
Kale d20+7=18 Tuesday October 4th, 2005 11:10:41 AM
Kale deftly catches the scroll before it falls overboard(tumble check 18), then tells someone to check the other chest
exp is 22250
Flat-top Tuesday October 4th, 2005 1:19:52 PM
OOC; 28,567 xp.
Flat-top sences that Gecktar cannot see, he uells to him "Friend Gecktar do not move, I'm comming to help you!" Flat-top will go to Gecktar side, telling him "I here too help you! How far can you see? When you move around, just put a hand on the backof my spine and hold on to my main. Understand?? Youe eyes were blinded by magic, I wonder how long it will last?"
Brahmah(Sub by Ceil) Tuesday October 4th, 2005 1:39:41 PM
Brahmah was watching the water bowl, when there was a flash and a lot of noise?? He turn to face the others, YELLING "What in Blue Blases is going on?? I turn my back for two minutes and now everybody is in trouble!! AND don't give me that 'Who Me' look Flat-top DID YOU START this trouble, Well My Four Hove Friend, CLEAN IT ALL UP!!"
Zeoll Tuesday October 4th, 2005 8:40:05 PM
Zeoll looks in the bowl and then at the chests. He is not sure what to make of it.
The message, the case, the money. (DM Jim) Wednesday October 5th, 2005 12:44:32 AM
Phaerill had leaned down and was talking lightly into the bowl. She stands slightly as she thinks of what she just said. It had seemed so stupid and wrong maybe to her ears. Then she spots the case rolling across the deck. She casts a simple spell to stop it.
Kale races for the case and tumbles in front of it, grasping it before it can go over the edge. He feels an unseen force tugging at it, trying to pull it back towards the center of the ship and from danger.
Gecktar stays still as he does not want to make things worse. He is starting to see little flashes of white surrounded by black. He hopes it is a sign that his vision is returning.
Flat-top attempts to help his friend out as he is blind. He was about to move him and then thinks better of it. Moving him maybe a bad idea and he is safe right now.
Brahmah turns and takes it all in. He yells at Flat-top for causing such a mess and to clean it up. His nerves are on edge as he has lost two of the Chosen.
Zeoll looks to the bowl and then to the chests he is not sure what is real anymore, well that is not altogether true. He knows what he sees in the bowl is real and the money looks real enough to him.
Toros sleeps on and dreams as the others go about thier business. He is one tired taur.
Master Grith just smiles and then shakes his head. He was not sure how well the spell would work through this form. He does notice that Kanchana and Solgrin look around them as if seeking a voice. "Look she mouths something." He points to the bowl and those that were looking notice that Kanchana is speaking *Int 14 to read thier lips*. Then the bowl is knocked over as Phaerill moves to cast her spell.
For those of you still playing your own character I will look for your XP number with your next post.
Ceil - We are going to be needing to send an email to Toros's player to see what is wrong. I do not remember him making reference to being gone. We will also need a sub for him and I am would like it to be a different Chosen than you.
Gecktar Wednesday October 5th, 2005 3:17:33 AM "Flat-Top, is it you ? Well, it is as if I had a black veil on my eyes, but now I'm seeing some flashes of light."
If my diagnostic is good, it will not last for long except if the chest were trapped against magical divinations. In this case I should rest to memorize a healing spell that will cure my blindness.
But I still think it will not last for long. Thank you Flat Top for your help."
"What's happening around here ? Tel me, did you see Kanchana and Solgrim ?"
-- Editted by Al to fix the Italics.
Zeoll d20+1=6 Wednesday October 5th, 2005 4:04:35 AM
Zeoll looks at the chests in amazement. Surely there is some kind of dimensional trickery going on. He is too distracted to come close to reading the lips of his friends in the scrying bowl.
The liontaur wonders why he saw his own image on the coins. If one is heads and one is tails, maybe they are really both the same coin. Maybe what you put in one box can be accessed through the other box. That would be neat.
He describes what the coins look like to his friends, and he offers his idea that there is some dimensional warping going on.
[OOC: Experience Points: 16,525 (need 21,000 to level)]
Flat-top Wednesday October 5th, 2005 7:42:15 AM
Flat-top (who is standing next to Gecktar) Speaks to to the cleric in a soft whisper. "Yes! Friend, I'm next to you and your right the blindness will dissapere soon. But if you need me, I'll be right here cleaning up all these coin. The only thing is should I put them back in the magic chest? Or should I put then some where else? But where?
Oh! Yes, We did see Kanchana and Solgrim! They are back at the Float, where the childern are. I guest that Domi wants the children to have more protection. I feel better about those being called!"
Flat-top gathers an arm full the coins, then look around for a place to put them."
OOC: 28567 Xpoints - Need 7,433 to go to (the 9th level.
Brahmah (sub by Ceil) Wednesday October 5th, 2005 7:51:50 AM
Brahmah is wondering as to why Domi, relocated two of the taurs and left him with only six tauts? He wonders if Domi has a few other taurs in mind? If so what kind of taur will they be?"
Kale Wednesday October 5th, 2005 9:33:00 AM
after catching the scroll, Kale will go back to the chest that held it and shut the lid to see if he still feels the pull on the scroll
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Wednesday October 5th, 2005 12:19:59 PM
Rill watches as Kale puzzles over the pull on the scroll case, going so far as to shut to lid of the chest in the hopes that it will go away. Releasing the case, she uses the cantrip instead to reach out and muss Kale's hair.
Laughing gayly, the young centaur canters in a circle around the minotaur. "That was me, Silly," her laughter tinkles on the air.
Finally, she trotts back to the bowl, to find the water spilled, the spell broken.
"Goodbye," she says quietly. "Goodbye."
[ OoC: Anyone have an idea of when Julie is coming back? ]
Jay B (Brahmah) Wednesday October 5th, 2005 5:44:17 PM
OOC: Okay folks, I have returned! I think I'm ready to get back to the Wold. Let me know when you need me back. :)
OOC CEIL Wednesday October 5th, 2005 6:23:21 PM
Al - I don't know when, was she gonr long??
Jay - you can start posting LIKE Now!
Treasure. (DM Jim) Thursday October 6th, 2005 3:40:02 PM
Flat-top scoops up a who lot of treasure most of it seems to be coins but some of it is not. He looks for somewhere to put it if not back into the chest that was tipped over.
Anyone peering into the chest that is still upright will find that the coin is still evident in the bottom of it. In fact if Kale wants to he can tell you that there is more coins inside.
The ship sails on, heading towards South Harbor and some well deserved rest. Kale is back at the chest, closing it, and finds that the pull on the scroll case is still there. Then he finds out it was Phaerill, who ruffles his hair with her spell.
Julie is suppose to be back in two weeks. That would be about a week away unless she is still not up to posting. If she is not then I will let everyone know and we will put her inactive for the time being.
If anyone is interested then I might be persuaded to tell you what was in the first chest knocked over. :)
Zeoll Thursday October 6th, 2005 9:57:43 PM
Zeoll helps to gather the treasure together. He is still confused about what the magical property of the chests is. He wishes Solgrin were here to Identify the chests.
"Rrill, can you cast Identify?"
The liontaur ponders whether he should learn that spell. It might prove more useful than Detecting Secret Doors.
On a random whim, he casts Detect Secret Doors.
And what about that scroll? Is it the all-important hint that will give them a chance to find the Black Sword?
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Thursday October 6th, 2005 10:19:37 PM
With one last look at where Kanchana and Solgrin went, Rill turns her attention to the chests that everyone is playing with. With her spell, she begins scooping coins and things up off of the deck, 5 lbs at a time, and floating them over to the other open chest to dump them in and return for more.
Rill frowns at Zeoll's question, trying hard to concentrate upon her spell and remember whether she had prepared an Identify spell today. Or if she has one in her spell book at all.
"Just a second, Zeoll," she says, scooping more coins up off the deck. "Just a second."
(Sorry, Cayzle. I'm working w/o a character sheet. I don't know Rill's complement of spells. I made a wild stab at Mage Hand. It's a simple enough cantrip for a wizard.)
Toros Friday October 7th, 2005 2:41:36 AM
The tired Taur still continues his rest, while silently observing what others are doing.
OOC:
Sorry for not posting since last week. I have become a bit alienated and too tired recently. However thanks a lot for taking care after Toros, and nice to be back!
XP 17,790 >> 21,000 for next level
Well come back Brahmah!
Brahmah Friday October 7th, 2005 3:24:57 AM
BACK!!
OOC: Thanks Ceil for playing Brahmah while I was gone. To those who were concerned about my dad, he's doing much better. He's awake, sore and having memory issues but he's fine and off most of the machines.
What important parts did I miss? XP? Loot? Did Brahmah get married?
Flat-top Friday October 7th, 2005 7:17:21 AM
Flat-top ask his friend Kale, "Hey! Kale! Captain want me to put these coins and stoff back into the chest. So stop fooling aroung with Rills magic and let us put this junk back into the chest." Then just to be a smart butt, Flat-top whispers into Kale ear "Beside I think this little filly likes you alot! I can tell by the way she fluff up your hair!"
OOC; Ceil Friday October 7th, 2005 7:22:20 AM
No! Brahmah is still single. That because I did not think of it, I'm sure either Gecktar or Toros would have love to do the Job.
I'm Happy to have you back.
Zeoll Friday October 7th, 2005 8:23:27 PM
Zeoll thinks about the image of Solgrin and Kanchana. he wonders if he will ever see them again.
Then a more selfish thought occurs to him ... who will help him finish his magic cloak? Solgrin had volunteered ... but now who would cast the required daily Eagle's Splendor?
Maybe the new mage might be helpful?
"Rrill, I'm sorrry to be a pest, but can you cast Eagle's Splendorr? If so, I have a grreat favorr to ask!"
[OOC: I know you don't know, Al, but in character this really plays havoc with Zeoll's item creation ... so I figured I better post about it!]
South Harbor. (DM Jim) Friday October 7th, 2005 10:07:46 PM
Zeoll asks about an identify spell and then his mind turns to the the cloak that he had been working on. His spirits drop some as he wonders how he will attend to that.
Phaerill holds her spell and goes through what she has on hand to cast. She realizes that she has access to one identify and has a pearl, but beyond that she has no more pearls.
Toros continues to lounge and watch the others. He is not too sure how he can be of help right now but if asked he would pitch in.
Flat-top teases Kale as he tries to get him to open up the chest so he can put away some of this loot. He does drop the hint that Phaerill likes him though he is not really sure...still it is fun to needle Kale.
Kale nods and hands over the tube to Zeoll and then returns to cleaning up. He has all intentions of going into a corner and having a closer look at the treasure.
Brahmah finds himself talking to Master Grith about what they may need to do next and if he can give them any hints of the other part of the map.
Master Girth smiles to Brahmah and nods his head. "I will have to do some more consulting with those in my plane...but I am sure that whatever we are to do...no what the Chosen need to do will show itself." Standing near Brahmah he lays a hand on the taurs lower arm. "What is that?" He points off to the side of the ship where you notice a large piece of wood drifting in the ocean. It appears to have something clinging to it.
Al - I will get ahold of Julie and see if I can get a CS from her. It might take awhile but for now we will play it as if she had one identify spell loaded up and the neccessary pearl to cast it.
Cayzle - As I told Al I will see about that CS. If I remember right I do not think she had that spell though. I could make a wizard available to help you out but will need to look into that for cost...maybe he would cast the spell for some type of help. :)
Ban Maeve Friday October 7th, 2005 11:40:04 PM
Upon seeing a ship so close, Ban summons up the last of his energy and yells, hoping that someone will be able to hear him above the surf, "Help! Help! I can't swim much longer."
Zeoll Saturday October 8th, 2005 8:29:44 AM
Zeoll casts Read Magic and Comprehend Languages -- in this way hoping to temporarily overcoming his illiteracy -- and looks at the contents of the scroll case.
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As the ship sails back to port, and as Zeoll ponders his dilemma in completing his magic cloak, he wonders if he might be able to hire a mage to cast the spell for him.
[OOC: Jim, thanks for the great idea/option! Per the PHB, casting a 2nd level spell would cost a minimum of 60 gp a pop, and Zeoll needs 30 over 30 days. 1,800 gp is a lot, so he would be glad indeed to help. The thing is, are we sticking around for a month in South Harbor? I had been thinking I would finish it on the trip back to the Taur Isles. In any case, I really really appreciate your openness to ideas!]
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When he hears Master Grith and then hears the cry for help, Zeoll knows just what to do! He casts two Summons, the second with the aid of his metamagic rod of extend, sending two dolphins out to help the person in the water. A Speak with Animals spell ensures that the dolphins aid, not attack!
Flat-top Saturday October 8th, 2005 9:36:05 AM
Flat-top make sure to step away from Kale, Kale is a miinotaur and does not know his own strenth. But a sound is heard comming from the waters, goes to the side of the ship. There in the water is some one whos need help. Flat-top will throw him a round life saver as soon as the daulphens bring him closer to the ship. Flat-top thinks as he waits his moment in this resque, "I wonder what kind of Taur he is?"
Ban Maeve Saturday October 8th, 2005 11:53:46 AM
Ban, upon seeing some response upon the ship, grips tightly to the cask he's been holding for who knows how long, the last remnants of the sailing ship he was on. His strong feline body has been put to the test out here and is exhausted. He tries not to think of the others, the ones he tried to save but in the end couldn't. He still wasn't sure if he had even saved himself. "Thank Tomi I may make it through this alive." Then, a moment later, "I sure hope those aren't sharks."
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Sunday October 9th, 2005 9:18:54 AM
"Eagle's Splendor?" Phaerill shakes her head. "I'm sorry, Zeoll," she replies, "that's one that I do not have."
"But," the little filly continues with a twinkle in her eye, "if we can get hold of a scroll, I might be able to copy it into my book. Think about it."
Reaching into a pouch, she brings out a lustrous silver-white pearl.
"I can identify the magic in these chests," she offers. "If you'd like. You can't disturb me, though," Rill warns the rest of these new Taurs in a stern voice that just doesn't come off as stern from the young centaur's mouth. "I can't be disturbed for an hour you know. It's how the spell works."
"Huh?" Rill points her nose in the direction in which everyone else is looking. "Wonder what that is?" she muses.
Ban Maeve Sunday October 9th, 2005 10:44:03 PM
"Oh, I think those are they call 'Tolphins,' they're supposet to help people lost at sea." Ban reaches for the dorsal fin of the closest dolphin and holds on as though his life depends on it, which he knows it does. He feels a sense of relief wash over him as the dolphins begin to pull him towards the boat.
Gecktar Monday October 10th, 2005 2:57:17 AM
Still blind Gecktar stays in place and listen to all what is happening. Hearing Zeoll asking Rill about Eagle's splendor he says "Zeoll, if it can be of any help, I'm able to cast Eagle's splendor."
The about someone to be rescued in the sea he says "Who is he ? Can someone see him ? Is there anything I can do"
And he curse his blindness.
Captain Brahmah Monday October 10th, 2005 4:48:11 AM
Once the taur is rescued he introduces himself. "I'm Brahmah, Captain of the Chosen of Domi."
He pauses and looks at Rill, then back at Ban.
The minotaur stands almost 8 feet tall and is very muscular. Brahmah's hair is black, his horns are engraved and he's missing his tail and left ear. He carries two swords and wears a mithril shirt, all his equipment looks well used but well kept. His buckler has the symbol on it.
As the ranger reaches down toward the water to help Ban aboard. His muscles ripple.
There is a golden eagle on the ship that looks as if its watching Brahmah's actions.
Paw'Caw (ceil) Monday October 10th, 2005 8:42:26 AM
Paw'Caw (who is in the crow's nest) Look down at the very wet liontaur, cries To Her master (Brahmah) "EEEK! Caw Caw Caw?" meaning *WOW! I didnot know that cat's could swim?*
Flat-top Monday October 10th, 2005 8:51:20 AM
Flat-top Tell Getktar, "Don't worry there's a few Tolphins that seems to be bring him towards the ship. Brahmah is going to give him a hand to get him on board. OH! by the way it is a he and a Liontaur. Now I don't even think that they even need this Life-saver??"
"Come on I'll help you, Getktar! I'll bring you to him when he gets on board. Do you thing we should wake Toro??" Flat-top ask.
Zeoll (second post, before the newcomer is sighted) Monday October 10th, 2005 10:05:23 AM
Zeoll is glad to be so encouraged by his friends.
"Rrill, thank you forr the offerr! And Gecktarr, yourr verrsatility continues to amaze me! I would love to have yourr help!"
[OOC: We opened the chest (and Gecktar was blinded) at the site of the battle, right? How far did we travel since then? To get to the newcomer, I mean? How many days sail is it? Didn't we take 6 days getting here? Thanks for help with all these questions!]
Toros Monday October 10th, 2005 8:14:41 PM
The liontaur continues to watch detached and silently what goes on, one would think Toros temporarily has lost his voice, just as Gecktar has lost his eyesight. However, his senses are attentive and observes the Taur coming from the sea. Toros welcomes Ban Maeve's arrival with a little but visible nod.
Kale Monday October 10th, 2005 10:28:14 PM
igonring the newcomer, Kale busies himself around the treasure chests, trying to unlock their secerets
Ban Maeve Tuesday October 11th, 2005 1:07:09 AM
"Captain Brahmah, thank you sincerely for you timely arrival. I was on a ship, which was sunk by pirates," he pants out, then pauses to catch his breath and gather his thoughts. "My name is Ban, Ban Maeve. This is an interesting assortment of travelers you have here," he says as he looks around, "perhaps it is more than goot timing that has made our paths cross here. I can perhaps repay your kintness if you can catch the barrel that I was clinging to out there," he points in the general direction of where he has just come from. "As luck would have it it holts quite valueable cargo. Then we can tiscuss why Tomi has brought us together."
Flat-top Tuesday October 11th, 2005 7:54:18 AM
Flat-top is a piebal centaur, black back ground with white spots, hair,mane and tail. He has ice blue eyes and stands a 8'6". He is very strong (You can Tell by the hand-shake) and look every inch a Fighter.
As Flat-top shakes hands with Ban Maeve, "Welcome! I'm called Flat-top, and you wanr the old barrel? Bobbing over there? Well I'll see what I can do??"
Off goes Flat-top to find the first mate to get a long handle pick.
Brahmah Tuesday October 11th, 2005 7:22:51 PM
"Pirates? What sort of pirates? Undead? Human? Taurs?" He asks Ban.
Zeoll Tuesday October 11th, 2005 8:16:48 PM
The liontaur druid directs his remaining dolphin to push the barrel closer to the boat, so that Flat-top can fish it out.
New arrival. (DM Jim) Tuesday October 11th, 2005 10:46:19 PM
Ban is soon aboard the GossamerWing and very much wet. He tells a little of his story as the others listen.
Zeoll finds that if he needs that Gecktar can make use of the spell he needs.
As the others look to the new taur to explain a litte more in detail the dolphins are sent out to nose a barrel back to the ship, which they are more than willing to do.
Gecktar is starting to see more as the time has passed. The magic in the chest seems to have been more powerful than expected and left him blind for longer.
You have been almost three days traveling back to South Harbor.
Cayzle - I am very happy to help out in anyway that is needed to make your cloak. Noone asked but there is a wizard onboard the GossamerWing.
Now I was not able to post yesterday due to the fact that I was over at my Grandmothers, who happens to have alzheimers. I was helping move some stuff out of her house, so I may not be too regular with my posts. She is going to be moving to a nursing home soon and it seems that I am one of the few that is to help clean out her house. :(
Brahmah Wednesday October 12th, 2005 5:38:13 AM
After greeting the newcomer, Brahmah goes back to his activities. Ban might notice that Brahmah isn't suprised to see yet another new Chosen join the ranks. Perhaps they lose many friends.
Brahmah then finds Rill and begins a very obvious session of flirtation.
Flat-top Wednesday October 12th, 2005 10:26:54 AM
When bring a couple of long hooks and the Tholphens bring the barrel close enough to kook it. Both the First mate and Centaur bring up the barrel. Now with long hook in hand and puffing a little hard, they torn to Ban. "Here Friend! Is your Luggage!"
Everybody smilles at Ban Mawe.
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Wednesday October 12th, 2005 1:10:52 PM
Rill struggles between two curiosities. Under the one hoof, there's the chest and her Identify spell, just waiting to be cast. Under the other hoof, there's this new bit of flotsam just floated in on the tide with a cask load of luggage and a tale of pirates.
Rill tosses her head in a whinny of irritation. What to do? Which way to go?
Then a voice comes from nearby. A comment about her hindquarters!!! Complimentary as the comment may be.
"No, no, no!" Rill begins bucking. Her dangerous flashing hooves kick out reflexively, fueled by her irritation. "Not today! Not today. Things to do. Things to do today."
The kicking and stamping quiets and stills, leaving little but a soft nervous clatter of Rill's hooves on the planking, that, and a sullen, angry pout.
"My name's Phaerill," she fires quickly at the new Taur. "Rill. For short."
"Now don't bother me. Don't anybody bother me."
The young filly settles before one of the chests and removes a cup from her pack. *tinkle*tin* Into the cup she drops the pearl. With a pestle, Phaerill begins to grind the pearl to dust.
Ban Maeve Wednesday October 12th, 2005 1:30:10 PM
Looking around at the crew, Ban begins his story, "I ton't believe they were unteat but I titn't get that close of a look at them. They burnt our ship to the water without boarting us. I triet to save the others," he begins, then looks away and stops. "I think I neet to rest first. It's been a harrowing few tays."
Zeoll Wednesday October 12th, 2005 4:42:07 PM
The liontaur continues his inspection of the scroll that came with the coins. He feels sure it has a hint to the location of the Black Sword. He uses his Comp Lang and Read Magic spells on it, to compensate for his inability to actually read.
He is also curious about the newcomer and the barrel that came with him.
Also, how many coins, and what kinds, came from that chest?
As the days go by, with each day Zeoll works on his cloak, with a helpful spell cast by his friend Gecktar. Zeoll is growing concerned that Gecktar's sight has not returned. "Fearr not, frriend. As soon as we rreturrn to South Harrborr, we will get you healed," he reassures him.
[OOC: Ban, I love your interpretation of a liontaur accent! Ts for Ds is a great idea! If I had not been playing Zeoll's accent as I do for lo these many years, I would be tempted to adopt that idea!]
Toros Wednesday October 12th, 2005 9:46:39 PM
The liontaur likes the accent of Ban, which sounds somehow special and original as well as familiar, also making him quickly feel familiar with the owner of the accent and want to become a good friend with the new comer. The detachment and distance that has been circumventing the Taur seems to be replaced by a new urge of attaching interest and attentiveness, although still Toros keeps his silence.
Ban Maeve Thursday October 13th, 2005 2:54:19 AM
"Please, open the keg while I gather myself. It is wine, though whether blue or purple I to not yet know, it has tormentet me while it savet my very life. Consiter it is my gift to all of you for your kint teet to me. Surely, Tomi has blesset you and the wine alreaty."
Brahmah Thursday October 13th, 2005 3:29:03 AM
"Ban, did you see ANY beings, creatures or people aboard ship? Any movement?"
The last leg. (DM Jim) Thursday October 13th, 2005 4:14:00 AM
The last three days of the voyage are uneventful to say the least. Everyone gets plenty of rest and are pitching in where needed. The wine, purple, is of a extreme vintage and must have been meant for something important, but it quenches the thirst just as easy. It also helps in reminding everyone of home and the place that you are moving back towards.
Phaerill finds that the chest has lost what little bit of magic was attached to it. This is found out before she completely uses the identify spell so she holds off on the casting of it as she looks to the items that come out of the chest.
Zeoll spends his time with the fragment of map. It appears to only be a half piece but it is immediately interesting as it appears to start on the liontaur homeland. He easily traces the path that must be taken to get at least partway to their goal, but without the rest he knows they would search for a long time and not find anything. Putting that aside he works on his cloak with the help of Gecktar.
Flat-top get to know Yondana a little better as they spend much of thier time wrestling it seems. Most of it for the last five mugs of that nice purple wine in the keg.
Brahmah finds his first attentions to Phaerill turned away but he makes himself present when he can. He brings her food and other choice little bits of food, the Wing cook helping him out.
Kale finds most of his time with the contents of the chest. He sorts through the coins but finds nothing overly special about them as the are from different areas of the Wold.
Gecktar is lost most of the time is his work with Zeoll to create a cloak. He finds it enjoyable to say the least as he gets to talk to the taur and hear tales of far lands.
Toros retires to the warroom that they had stayed in from the starting voyage and tries to nurse his seasickness. It had not been like this before, in fact he had weathered it just fine.
Ban continues to tell more of his tale which does not allow for much as he saw only shadowy figures aboard the other boat. He can tell the group that they were not taurs or undead or at least he does not think them undead. Most of his time is spent getting to know the other Chosen and make himself useful.
Master Grith takes time to look over the map with Zeoll and help to point out little details that are not the same as now. Zeoll can tell that the map was old and the coastline has changed some over the years. Mostly the aged gnoat spends his time meditating on his job here and his return to home, though he has gotten to like the Chosen. Part of him does not really want to go back but he also knows that the elders would not allow him to stay. At least he does not have to leave till they find the whole map.
Brahmah Thursday October 13th, 2005 4:28:12 AM
OOC: Jim, perhaps you should clarify what type of taur can use the leather armor. Bipedal or quadraped?
Brahmah seems interested in the single bracer and amulets when he actually sees it.
Flat-top Thursday October 13th, 2005 10:03:26 AM
After many mugs of wine and many wrestling matches with the First Mate Yondana, Flat-top fells a little dizzy. "Yonwada! You win again, SHEE your lucky, but now I have to take a rest. We'll do this later, beside you Captain wants you." Flat-top salutes her, "To the winner!" Flat-top stagers over to Toros, ask his friend "Sayyy Toro! Can I flop here??" then flops down on his rump. "Thank-you! Heere have a eity bitttie sip of wine. Hick Up!"
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Thursday October 13th, 2005 10:46:33 AM
A frown. The chests seemed so fascinating. Oh well. There's still the contents.
Rill sets down to work with them. First step is a Detect Magic spell. The filly pulls her concentration inward sorting through the magic to catch the auras. (Sorry, no Spellcraft Checks.) Then comes some thinking. Studying. Turning each object over and examining it.
Every now and then, the young centaur holds out an object. "Hey Zeoll, ever seen one of these?" Or, "Taste this, will you Gecktar. Does this taste like almonds to you?"
The tasty bits of food are nice. Rill decides inside that it's nice having a big strong minotaur bring it to her as well. Tossing her glossy hair, she smiles at him as she licks chicken grease from the tips of her fingers. She gives Brahmah a wink.
Toros Thursday October 13th, 2005 12:26:11 PM
"Thank you Flat-top, I need that indeed... Oh this is nice" Toros drinks the wine that his friend offers, and starts thinking a topic to start conversion...
...
...
he cannot find one yet!!
Ban Maeve Thursday October 13th, 2005 1:18:16 PM
For the remainder of the voyage Ban Maeve tries to make himself as useful and helpful as possible to his saviors. Seeing Phaerill examing the chest through magical means, he goes over to offer his assistance. "Though I am no great wizart, I am able to cast a few conjurations myself. Perhaps I can assist you?"
OOC: I have no information about what race/class Phaerill is though I believe that I do have all that info for everyone else.
Phaerill (Sub/Al) - OoC Thursday October 13th, 2005 1:29:31 PM
That's because I'm only subbing until Julie gets back and I'm working w/o a Character Sheet as well. From reading previous posts, I know that she's a young centaur of smaller than usual proportions. Class is probably some mix of Wizard/Fighter.
Zeoll d20+8=19 d20+8=26 d20+8=10 d20+8=24 Thursday October 13th, 2005 7:37:37 PM
Zeoll spends eight hours a day working on his cloak. By the time they return, he will have worked a total of 12 days on it, of the required 32. He enjoys the company of Gecktar in working on it.
[OOC For the record, Gecktar has to take a round casting the spell once a day, but that's all the time that's essential. Zeoll of course welcomes his aid and fellowship above and beyond that, of course.]
He wonders if maybe the chest was protected with a Blinding Glyph of Warding -- but if so, it will be easy to remedy back at South Harbor.
Zeoll also spends some time on the trip back talking to Master Grith. The elder taur knows so much. Zeoll is especially interested in where the master thinks the other half of the map might be found. Maybe there is a hint on the map itself?
If only there were a divination Zeoll knew that would find half of one thing if you had the other half in hand. The liontaur talks with Grith about divinations. He wonders if the Taur has heard of the lore of the Seer, the path that Zeoll hopes to pursue. "Some among liontaurrs call them shamans," Zeoll mentions.
Zeoll enjoys consulting with Rill, and puts his bardic lore to work on the items she shows him. [Bard Lore rolls 19, 26, 10, and 24] He also asks his fellow bard in the party, Toros, for his opinion.
Zeoll enjoys the wine and tells all the Chosen that he takes it as a sign that Domi meant for the group to find this liontaur, Ban. He talks to Ban and tries to get a feel if the group has, as he thinks, found a new Chosen.
Toros - illegal second post d20=11 d20=1 d20=14 d20=7 Friday October 14th, 2005 12:07:09 AM
Toros looks at the items Zeoll shows, the first and third ones remind him some knowledge he can share, but the second and fourth ones do not mean much to him. (aid checks , 11, 1, 14, 7 >10 to give +2 bonus to Zeoll's bardic lore checks)
Gecktar Friday October 14th, 2005 3:36:54 AM
Now that some time has passed, Gecktar tired of his blindness has memorized a spell to heal himself. Now able to see he enjoys the company of Zeoll while he creates the item, but not too much to not disturb his work. He helps him as much as possible.
Gecktar now able to see welcome the newcomer Bran. Bran can see the holy symblo of Domi around the neck of Gecktar and can clearly identify him as a priest of the god of courage.
(OOC : cast remove Blindness. Daily cast Eagle's splendor to help Zeoll)
Brahmah Friday October 14th, 2005 6:59:22 AM
If there is time, Brahmah reprepares his spells and flirts a little more with Rill.
He assists her in more training and asks about arcane magics, even though he's asked other Chosen about them in the past. :)
Flat-top Friday October 14th, 2005 8:57:41 AM
Flat-top is coming out of a wine binge, he is supprised that there is no head ache, "Hmm! must be exclent holy wine. As he get up from his num butt. He happen to see the look and smiles going on between his Captain and Rill. "Oh! No! Not The Look Again?? I need another drink!"
South Harbor revisited. (DM Jim) Friday October 14th, 2005 1:53:34 PM
The GossamerWing slowly pulls into the port harbor of South Harbor. Once anchored Captain Lira stops as the gangplank is lowered to the dock itself. She looks to the Chosen and smiles. "Well we are back." She looks around the small town and shakes her head. "Master Grith has talked to me and employed my ship to take you back to the Taur Islands...but he says something about a map." Her frown tells you that he did not explain all that he has learned.
Master Grith has had himself locked away in a small room onboard the ship...doing something. When he at last emerges when the ship docks he looks as if he had not slept for the whole three days. He just gives a wane smile as he decends the plank and heads for the inn, mumbling. "I need some food."
Phaerill is able to tell that all of the items are magical in nature. That is all of it but the gems and coins that she had not thought would be anyways.
Gecktar's blindness went away some four days past. I thought I posted that but might not have.
Cayzle, which four magical items did you want to have a shot at? I will make an ammendment so that you can know what you found out.
Al, am going to send Jill another email and check today if she sent me anything. Sorry for the wait there. I will allow for default rolls for Spellcraft checks...taking into account that Rill most likely has a Spellcrafrt of +11. :)
Zeoll Friday October 14th, 2005 4:39:41 PM
Zeoll looks at the brooch, the bracers, and the two amulets. He casts Read Magic and Comp Lang on all the scrolls. He does not have the talent to tell a potion from its smell and look.
He uses his Inspire Competence ability over the six days to help in 18 attempts to ID potions (+2 bonus).
OOC: Can we just cast identify on all the items except the potions and scrolls? And reduce cash by 100 gp for each one? Anyone with Spellcraft, please roll as many potion ID checks as you can. The first 18 rolls get a +2 from Zeoll's helping!
Brahmah Friday October 14th, 2005 7:34:30 PM
OOC: Brahmah can help in IDing some stuff.
Brahmah points to certain items. "Thats armor. Thats a sword, a sharp one. Those are scrolls..." :D
Ban Maeve Saturday October 15th, 2005 5:09:52 PM
OOC: I see that about 7 posts up it says "Toros - illegal second post". Does that mean that we are only allowed one post between DM postings or something, because if so than i may have inadvertently broken the rule.
IC: "Greetings Gecktar, I see that you are a follower of Tomi. That is goot. He has let me to seek for a group and I believe that I have now fount them. I am sure of it, in fact, as a group as tiverse as this all working together must be no other than the Chosen. It is my honor to make your acquaintance, brother."
Off time work. (DM Jim) Saturday October 15th, 2005 8:14:37 PM
The Chosen have gotten the same large rooms that are right next to each other, with a door between them. The proprietor of the place had been more than happy to rent back out the two rooms as he was to send up food as soon as possible.
Zeoll settles into a corner of the room to look over the goodies that have been now layed out on a blanket. He picks up four of them and studies them intently for at least half an hour. He smiles as he comes up with some nice results on three of them, the last is a little mixed and he thinks maybe his information is a little off.
Gecktar makes continues to help out Zeoll with his cloak in his off-time. The rest he spends in an assortment of activities, which include daily visits to the local temple of Domi. He finds himself helping to make small repairs here and there for the cleric there.
Brahmah is quick to help out in the identification of the items. Pointing out that one is a sword and rather sharp, another is a nice set of leather armor and the other rolled parchments are scrolls. He is not sure if his attempt at a joke is received well as noone says anything to him.
Ban spends some of this time with Gecktar, wanting to get to know even more about Domi and the Chosen themselves. He finds small tasks to do at the local temple as well, but it is enjoyable.
Flat-top spends his time going through his exercises and trying to keep out of trouble. He always seems to find time to jab at the interest that Brahmah has for Phaerill, though he knows not to go too far. He does on occassion bring Brahmah wildflowers he finds on his outings, just to help.
Kale has been strangely quiet lately as if he has heavy stuff weighing on his mind. He keeps to one side of the room and seems to be going over things in his head.
Phaerill had used that one identify spell that she had on one of the items before they left the ship and she was idly playing with that item now.
Zeoll was able to infer the magic type with his bardic lore except for one that he is not sure of.
Applied that identify spell to one of the items so that it was not wasted on the chests. Think quiver of Ehlonna please but it made more sense the way I put it as Ehlonna is not even in the Wold.
Cayzle, I will hold out judgement on the identifying part till after you see some of the goodies that you have found out about.
Neal, most of the time there is only one post per DM post, but if it is in the spirit of RP then it is ok to make a second post maybe a third. Just do not try to perform actions in each post: you can talk, shake a hand pat someone on the back or the like...even kiss someone. You cannot use actions that involve skills or something of that order.
Zeoll Saturday October 15th, 2005 8:57:24 PM
Zeoll suggests that the three Identify scrolls and the three pearls in the treasure be used to Identify six items. Then another two more Identifies should do the job.
Zeoll has a revelation. "Therre arre nine magic items and nine Chosen. I think this is not a coincidence. Each of us should take an item, and then we should divide the wealth evenly. I suggest that we pick items now, beforre they arre identified, so that it is morre fairr."
"My prreferrence would be forr the leatherr arrmorr."
[OOC: (1) What are the caster levels on the spells? The minimums needed to cast? (2) Does anyone have ranks in Spellcraft? If so, please do make some checks to figure out what these potions are ... Identifying a potion is a DC25 check, and add a +2 when you make it from Zeoll's Inspire Competence!]
Ban Maeve Sunday October 16th, 2005 1:10:14 AM
Ban watches the camaraderie and closeness of the Chosen with some degree of melancholy and hopes one day to be a part of it. For now though, he busies himself with Temple work by day and integrating himself at night. The next Chosen he approaches is Flat-top as he seems quite friendly and approachable.
<i>OOC: Ban Maeve has not yet had the opportunity to study Spellcraft but hopes to remedy that soon.</i>
Flat-top Sunday October 16th, 2005 8:42:52 AM
Troting back from the fields with a bunch of yellow flowers, when he is approch by the liontaur called Ban. "Good Morning, Friend Ban, Tell me if you thing these Dandilions flower will please Friend Rill? Another question I would like to ask you, Do you think I would look like a stronger fighter to an enermy if I was wearing those bracers?" Flat-top smiles broadly at Ban.
Ban Maeve Sunday October 16th, 2005 10:58:16 PM
"Yes, I think frient Rill will love those Tantylions. As for the bracers making you look stronger, I don't how that is possible in such a mighty warrior as yourself, but perhaps they will by calling attention to your well-musclet arms. "
Toros 13d20(13+14+6+9+5+18+18+16+6+5+15+18+2)=145 Sunday October 16th, 2005 11:51:13 PM
"My spellcraft is not very high, although I can try to aid with the identification of the potions." (Aid Another for the spellcraft checks, for the potions #1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12 +2 to the check, +4 with Inspire Courage)
"Zeoll, it is a good idea to choose the items, but the chainmail is medium sized and I think none of us can use it, so it is actually 8 items rather than 9 (and actually we are 8 Chosen at the moment, arent we? Flattop, Gecktar, Zeoll, Rill, Ban, Kale, Brahmah, Toros..?) That Quiver of Domi would be nice for me, I am already full of with brooch, amulets, armors and weapons."
Zeoll Monday October 17th, 2005 1:32:09 AM
Zeoll agrees with Gecktar. "You are wise, my frriend. Yes, let us sell the human-sized chain mail and add that to the gold value to divide."
"Since it seems none of us have the arcane lorre needed to identify these potions, I suggest that we take them all to the Temple of Domi. Forr one thing, they will have therre people who can tell what they arre."
"Morreoverr, a thought in my hearrt is that we have not been generrous enough to those in need. I know that is trrue forr myself. The temple can sell the potions and use the prroceeds to benefit the poorr and unforrtunate."
"What say you, Chosen of Domi?"
Gecktar d20+12=27 d20+12=23 d20+12=25 d20+12=15 d20+12=19 d20+12=24 d20+12=22 d20+12=27 d20+12=18 d20+12=14 d20+12=20 d20+12=21 d20+12=29 Monday October 17th, 2005 3:19:09 AM
Gecktar answers to Bran "Welcome among the Chosen. We can all be grateful to Domi because he always send valorous people to help us in times of need."
"If Domi let you on our ways, I'm sure that you will be of a great help. So one more time welcome."
"And, are you too a priest of Domi ? If not, what is your profession and what skills do you have ? I always ask this question to all newcomer because we should know each other to get the best of each other."
A moment later...
"Maybe I will be able to get something from these potions with you help"
(OOC identified potions 1,3,8,13... Bad rolls...)
Jay B Monday October 17th, 2005 4:47:28 AM
OOC: Just a thought, but the quiver shouldn't be named Quiver of Domi for a couple reasons.
Naming it after Domi would be a bad idea. Domi rarely used bows or any other projectiles for that matter. It wouldn't work well with the current cannon.
Also, as the assistant master staffer in the Catacombs, it may cause confusion for some staffers as to what the quiver is.
Brahmah Monday October 17th, 2005 5:03:50 AM
Brahmah is eager to help Rill with the identifying, but seems to be more in the way tahn helpful.
Brahmah looks thoughtful at Zeoll's statement, "Well, donating to the church isn't a bad idea. But honestly, I think we should do it as individuals and not as a group. When we sell the loot, we split it like normal and let everyone decide, I think thats best." The Captain has said his peace.
OOC: DM Jim, Remind me, have Solgrin, Kanchana and Kale left the Chosen? If so, when do we celebrate? ;) Just kidding. Where's Sam at? Is he still in the Wold?
Flat-top Monday October 17th, 2005 8:10:06 AM
Well after what Ban told him aboy his arms and chest, he take a fighter pose, (expanding his chest another four inches). Oh thank you! I do try to keep up my skills as a fighter, in a fight I try to protect all those with magic, so we can be more effective. Now i'm off tho give these flowers to Rill."
As he is troting over to Rill (flowers in hand) He answers Zeoll question, "I'm In!" He approches Rill (with flowers in hand) "Here! Rill! I pick these for you." then hand her the flowers.
OOC: Jay all i have to say is Sam is Sam, he does this alot, but when in a pinch he's there.
Ban Maeve Monday October 17th, 2005 3:03:49 PM
Ban suggests to Zeoll, "Perhaps since none of the Chosen can wear the armor and it appears to be in excess it would make a better offering to the Temple. Even though we to not know what the potions are yet, they may still come in useful to us one tay." Then, to Gektar, "I have some training as a guide and ranger, though as of late I have been exploring my magical potential. Most of my spells enhance combat ability. Now that I see a neet for Spellcraft I will begin study in earnest. I will make myself a useful attition to the Chosen."
OOC: It seems odd for me to claim any treasure for Ban who has had nothing to do with it's acquisition. If there is anything left that no one wishes to claim he would accept it if it was given to him, but otherwise I suspect that he is fine.
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Monday October 17th, 2005 3:34:11 PM
Rill stamps her hooves, unable to decide which item she wants. Two or three of them look very nice. The question dances on the tip of her tongue. Can I have more than one? Her eyes dart from one of the Chosen to the next. But, in the end, the question remains behind her lips, unasked.
"hohohohohohohoho ... " Instead, though, she laughs coquettishly at Brahmah's joke. "You are so funny. I like men who are amusing."
"Dandilions! Why thank you so much, Flat-top!" Rill accepts the flowers and sniffs at them, smiling at the delicate aroma. Her delicate white teeth take a small bite from one of the green leafs and she chews, experimentally.
"Aren't these beautiful, Brahmah?" she asks, and bats her long lashes at Flat-top.
Zeoll Monday October 17th, 2005 8:30:37 PM
The liontaur agrees with Brahmah. "Yes, let's divide up everrything and then each can donate as suits his or herr hearrt."
"Do we all agrree that everryone gets one perrmanent magic item, and we sell the human chain mail?"
Goodies. (DM Jim) Monday October 17th, 2005 10:52:42 PM
This day wears on with much talk of what little bits of goodies they have gotten. A little talk is made of going to the local temple to see about potions.
Some useful scrolls are discovered, in fact three of them will help them out greatly with identifing. It is quickly decided that the round white gems are pearls and maybe useful as well with what they must do.
The day wears on and night is approaching but they group has made no move to identify anymore treasure but at least they are talking about it it seems.
Peace of mind. There is no cursed items in the lot. With the policy on those items you will not see them from me.
Included caster levels for the scrolls. :)
Dominic and Eunice I have the unfortunate news to tell you, have left the game. As for Sam...I am unsure and would have to second what Ceil has stated.
No potions were identified as all rolls were too low, even with help. Changed the quiver's name back but have posed that question in the CC.
Let me know what gets identified and in what order. If you want to check about potions at the local temple let me know as well. Some DMs will allow for such stuff to happen in game if they deem it worthy of the group.
Zeoll Monday October 17th, 2005 11:50:39 PM
[OOC: The online version of the D&D Rules, called the SRD, names the magic item as an Efficient Quiver. That may be a good name to use for the item.]
Zeoll asks Rill if she would read the scrolls to identify three of the items. If she does not have Identify in her book, she should use one of the scrolls to put it there, In Zeoll's opinion. Then she can prepare it at will.
So the liontaur hopes to volunteer the centaur to let the group know what each item is.
So far Zeoll has claimed the leather armor, Flat-top has claimed the bracers, and Toros has claimed the quiver. How about Brahmah, Gecktar, Kale, and Rill? Zeoll is glad to offer Ban whatever the last item is of the eight as a welcome gift.
Julie is still out as I have heard nothing from her yet. I do believe that she already has identify on her spell list so, even if she does not I will allow her to add it when she comes back. Think of it as a DM bonus. If you want all the items identified by Rill than just let me know. I will subtract the three identify scrolls and how ever many pearls as needed. I will not do the potions as they could be identified easier if Al wants to try some spellcraft checks. I said that I figure that Phaerill has at leas an +11 or +13 to that skill, use the higher one for now.
Brahmah Tuesday October 18th, 2005 1:00:02 AM
Brahmah makes it apparent he's interested in the longsword and one amulet(the animal pendant).
He frowns at the dandilions Rill shows him. "Nice."
Gecktar Tuesday October 18th, 2005 5:10:03 AM
(OOC : the SRD states a roll of 25 to identify the potions, are those potions special potions ?)
Aftre trying to identify the potion, Gecktar looks at the loot. "I will take money as nothing catch my eyes and make me blind" he says with a smile.
Gilles, you may want to actually tell me what your rolls were so that I do not have to do all the math. As I see it from your post even with an 18 for your rolls you fall a point short of identifying a potion with a 24. Next time just give me the full check and if I messed up any of those adding to 25 then let me know.
Zeoll d20+20=22 Tuesday October 18th, 2005 7:13:28 AM
The liontaur suggests that the group sell the scrolls, including the Identify scrolls, and split the proceeds. THe one exception would be keeping an Identify scroll for a mage (Rill? Ban?) to put in their spell book, if they do not have it there already.
So far: Zeoll (leather armor), Flat-top (bracers), Toros (quiver), Brahmah (sword or amulet).
Brahmah, did you want the evocation amulet or the transmutation amulet? Neither has been identified otherwise. And do you want the sword or the amulet -- pick just one, friend.
Zeoll says to Gecktar, "Please choose an item, any item, my frriend, and then you can take it to the Catacombs magic shop and sell it therre."
Zeoll suggests the following: Brahmah (sword or amulet), Kale (sword or amulet), Gecktar (bow), Rill (amulet), and Ban (brooch).
[OOC: Guys, can we get some consensus here! Let's pick and go. Zeoll's heart is eager to set sail for the Taur Isles, and i think that's what we are doing next.]
Finally, Zeoll makes a quick trip to the Temple of Domi, and asks there if any spellcrafty priest would be willing to look at 13 potions ... with a donation as the priest deems appropriate, of course. [OOC: Diplomacy check 22 to arrange this.]
Flat-top Tuesday October 18th, 2005 8:49:05 AM
Flat-top pick up the Bracer(s), "Would some one tell me What kind of bracers they are?"
But deep inside flat-top is glad that Brahmah is a little mad at the flowers for Rill."
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Tuesday October 18th, 2005 10:48:22 AM
Phaerill looks up from the attentions of the two attractive Taurs. The young centaur glances down at the scrolls, looking down over her pert little nose.
"Identify," she says, sounding out the name of the spell. "Alright. I can do this. Who wants their magic item identified? First come first serve." She trots into the center of the group with the three scrolls in hand.
[OoC: DM, could you identify the first three who chime in?]
Ban Maeve Tuesday October 18th, 2005 5:01:44 PM
Ban sits back to watch the evolution of the splitting of the booty, taking special interest in Brahmah's jealousy towards Phaerill and her flaunting of it.
Brahmah Tuesday October 18th, 2005 6:53:22 PM
OOC: Brahmah would like the sword. But if it exceeds his portion, we will sell it and give the difference to the Chosen, that way everyone gets the fair amount.
As for the newcomers getting loot, I suggest we vote. Thats how the Chosen do most things, the democratic way.
I vote, "Yes, split with newcomers; Rill and Ban."
Also, it looks as if the Chosen will be gaining two new players soon. This will be good news for the Chosen. :)
DM Jim, will we be getting new taur races, like the gnoats, or are still sticking the old classics? :)
Zeoll Tuesday October 18th, 2005 8:24:36 PM
Zeoll says that we will need to have all the items identified. So if Rill will check out the sword and the two amulets, then that would be fine.
Then Zeoll takes charge. "I also agrree that Ban and Rrill should get an item." Then he starts to divide up the loot.
Zeoll says to Brahmah, "Let us not quibble overr the value of individual items. Herre, take the sworrd. Whateverr its value, it is yourrs. Rrill will tell you morre about it in a little while."
"Herre, Flat-top, take these brracerrs and 100 gold pieces. Use the money to identify the brracerrs at the Catacombs."
"Here, Kale, take this (evocation) amulet. Rrill will tell you in a moment what it is."
"Herre, Torros, take this Quiverr. We alrready know what it is, from Rill's earrlierr Identify."
"Gecktarr, please take this bow and 100 gold pieces. Use the money to pay for an Identify in the Catacombs and then feel frree to sell the bow."
"Ban, you have just joined us, but as a sign of that joining, please take this brrooch and 100 gold. Use it to Identify the item in the Catacombs; then keep it orr sell it as you prreferr."
"Rrill, the (trransmutation) amulet is yourrs. You will know in a moment what it is. Also take this 100 gold to compensate you for casting the Identify on the Quiverr."
"And this leatherr arrmorr is mine. I will take an extrra 100 gold to pay to identify it."
After all this, the trreasure looks like this:
To sell and divide among eight:
400 platinum 2500 gold -- minus a possible donation to the Temple of Domi to pay for Spellcrafting those potions. 5 white gems 3 red gems 1 chainmail(medium) 13 potions 8 scrolls - fireball[CL5](2), magic missile[CL6](4), summon monster III[CL6](2)
Divided
1 longsword(large) -- Brahmah 1 composite longbow(taur) and 100 gp -- Gecktar 1 leather(taur) and 100 gp -- Zeoll 1 bracers - moderate conjuration and 100 gp -- Flat-top 1 amulet - faint evocation? -- Kale 1 amulet - faint transmutation and 100 gp -- Rill 1 quiver- quiver of Ehlonna -- Toros 1 brooch - faint abjuration and 100 gp -- Ban
Toros Tuesday October 18th, 2005 10:40:46 PM
Toros takes his quiver, thanking Zeoll and places his stuff in it, while listening to his friends and commenting on them.
"Rill, has been with us for a good enough time and Ban, please feel comfortable to get your item, consider it as a welcome present, and use it in good health."
Ban Maeve Wednesday October 19th, 2005 1:33:06 AM
"Thank you for your kintness. a most generous offer."
OOC: Do I go to the Catacombs page or is there a Catacombs bramch nearby?
Gecktar Wednesday October 19th, 2005 3:46:16 AM "I appreciates you efforts to divide the loot among each other but I think we must first identify the items to know their true value and then share evenly according to the real cost."
"If you want I can take the loot to the Catacombs and ask to identify all items."
OOC : just took this example. If the bow is +2 the value is more than 8000 gp and the quiver of Toros is 1800 gp... Not a fair share I think. We must identify the item first. I can go to the catacombs and try to share the loot according to everyone wish.
OOC2 here are the rolls made for identifying potion with all bonus : Potion 1 d20+12=27 identified Potion 2 d20+12=23 Potion 3 d20+12=25 identified Potion 4 d20+12=15 Potion 5 d20+12=19 Potion 6 d20+12=24 Potion 7 d20+12=22 Potion 8 d20+12=27 identified Potion 9 d20+12=18 Potion 10 d20+12=14 Potion 11 d20+12=20 Potion 12 d20+12=21 Potion 13 d20+12=29 identified
Flat-top Wednesday October 19th, 2005 8:37:03 PM
With his chest puff out, he ask Rill "Please Beautiful Rill! Could you identify these Braces for me? Please!" Flat-top swishes his tail at Brahmah.
A meeting of the minds. (DM Jim) Wednesday October 19th, 2005 8:59:12 PM
Rill is soon busy doing three more identifications from the scroll that the group has gotten. This way it takes less time and things are much faster than before when she had to do the whole spell herself.
While all this is going on Gecktar and Ban head off to the local temple to inquire with the priest there about the potions. Gecktar finds that he had gotten some luck with a few of the potions when he had worked with them earlier, he just wanted to take his time and be complete.
Treasure 400 platinum 3000 gold 5 white gems 3 red gems Large Longsword of Frost+1 1 composite longbow(taur) 1 leather(taur) 1 chainmail(medium) 1 bracers - moderate conjuration Amulet of Natural Armor+1 Amulet of Health+2 Quiver of Ehlonna 1 brooch - faint abjuration 9 potions Elixir of Fire Breathe CMW Potion Enlarge Person Potion Spider Climb Potion Fireball[CL5](2) Magic Missile[CL6](4) Summon Monster III[CL6](2)
Gilles, thanks and sorry for seeming so anal about those rolls...I just hate to hurt the group when I am not sure about things.
Neal, you will need to go to the Catacombs board to identify the item. :) You can post that your character goes to a branch office in South Harbor to get it identified but you will also need to post on the real Catacombs board as well.
Ceil, could you please post your new email again for me? I know I have it but not sure where I put it...need to send you some XP.
Sorry, no gnoats as of yet. They are not approved though I suppose I could take it to the BGC. Still I would not say you will get any gnoats in the game.
Wanted to let you all know that we have lost Sam for the time being. I am finding out from Jerry for how long. I have not gotten any word from Julie as well.
Al, that means that I will need you to make a post for her tomorrow that has her going off to do something in South Harbor. Maybe volunteer to work at one of the apple orchards or fill in at the local shop that sells wizard supplies. That means that Rill will be going inactive till she decides to come back. :)
Phaerill (Sub/Al) Wednesday October 19th, 2005 10:10:01 PM
"Thank you, Zeoll." Rill weighs the amulet in one hand and the one hundred gold coins nearly spilling out of her palm in the other. With a big grin, she opens the pouch at her waist and pours a stream of gold within.
In an impressively dramatic voice (especially for such a small young centaur), Phaerill reads from the scrolls, gesticulating with her free hand and swinging the amulet about. She laughs in triumph after having identified each of the three items, and she rears back up on her hind legs, pawing the air with her front hooves.
"I'm going to find some place to spend my money!" Rill announces. "Here!" Phaerill slides her amulet over Flat-top's head with a giggle. "Hold this for me." Then she charges off in the direction of town.
"I'm going to try and find a wizard's shop!" Phaerill's voice drifts back as she disappears from sight.
Zeoll Wednesday October 19th, 2005 10:39:00 PM
Zeoll addresses Gecktar's concern: "Well, since the items werre all divided beforre we knew what they werre, everrybody had an equal chance to get something special. That's fairr, rright?"
"What do the rrest of you all think? The otherr option is to sell everrything and just divide the gold, I guess. I could go forr eitherr one -- grrab bag as prreviously divided, or sell it all and split the gold."
Brahmah Thursday October 20th, 2005 3:42:30 AM
Brahmah looks down and ignores the flirtation of Flat-top and Rill.
He looks at the newest sword and is happy with the choice.
Toros Thursday October 20th, 2005 6:32:40 AM
Toros listens Gecktar and Zeoll and expresses, what he thinks: "Actually, I have thought everyone's share from the loot will be equalized with the split of money gained from other sold items and earned gold, which we did last time with the loot. I have thought everyone will be even at the end, and because of this I have taken one item which I can use and do not necessarily have a high value, hoping this will ease the loot share for others, as well. It was identified already and I knew its value, it was not a choice of chance for me. Nevertheless, I do not want to sell this Efficient Quiver, but I also have wanted to use the money that would come from the other loot to get some other stuff later. I hope this makes sense..?"
Flat-top Thursday October 20th, 2005 7:37:01 AM
Flat-top stands there, not believing his eyes as the fleeing form of Rill disappers into the town. He call after her "BUT! BUT! BUT! What kind of Braiser are these?" Then look down at the Amulet that Rill place there, "What this? What does it do? Your A magic user and I'm a fighter!" No use she has gold in her pouch and is off to spend it. Flat-top is disapointed, with a slowly walk, goes along side Zeoll and Ban, telling them " Rill has two pieces of gold in her pouch and she's off like the wind! I'm Giving Up Females Forever! or at least for today!"
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Zeoll Thursday October 20th, 2005 11:27:06 AM
Zeoll listens to Toros and sighs. "You arre rright, frriend! Yourr choice was not rrandom, since you know what the item was. I see no way out of this dilemma than to sell everrything and split the gold. What do you all think?"
[OOC: Honestly, I just don't have the time to figure out the value of everything and then to make equivalent loot piles like I did before. If someone else wants to do that, go for it! Or let's just sell it all and split the cash. But let's not spend another week on it! :-) ]
Gecktar Thursday October 20th, 2005 2:05:47 PM "Right, everyone get his item identified and then we will see what can be done with the gold to split among each other so as to make equal piles"
"Well now, what we are going to go next ? Does anyone has any need or idea ?"
"Where is the map that we get from these chests ?"
Zeoll Thursday October 20th, 2005 2:45:16 PM
"Good answerr," says Zeoll. "When all the items arre identified, we'll know how to divide the gold."
Ban Maeve Thursday October 20th, 2005 3:59:15 PM
"Since it is a vote you wish for, here is my vote: Gektar has offeret to have all of the items itentifiet, perhaps one of us can go with him to to this, then we can make an etucatet tecision about who keeps what. If no one wishes to accompany him, then I will." To help make the decision easy, Ban begins to collect the unidentified objects and the 100 gold coins that go with each item. OOC, I stated Ban's actions assuming this was a favorable decision, if there is further protest about how the goods get divided then he certainly won't take the items by force.
Flat-top Thursday October 20th, 2005 5:29:27 PM
Flat-top gives the Bracers, the gold pieces and the Amulit, Tell both Zeoll and Ban " Here is my gold, the gold that I chose, and here is the Amulet that Rill chose, But forget about the gold she received. She ran to town as fast as she could. Shish! Females!"
Brahmah Friday October 21st, 2005 3:21:32 AM
"I think the decision to keep one item each and splitting the difference equally is a great idea.
Zeoll usually splits the loot very well Ban. He's our accountant." He says, smiling.
Flat-top Friday October 21st, 2005 9:04:51 AM
Flat-top agrees with Brahmah, So he'll take back his bracers but leave the 100 gold and Rill's Amulet in the pot. "Sound Good to me!"
Ban Maeve Friday October 21st, 2005 1:56:34 PM
"Oh that is good to have someone to to the numbers, but what of having everything itentifiet together? It could save us a lot of time ant energy, or we coult just all go together."
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